When I reflect on my career, I see your handprint on every significant milestone. I remember the day you put that copy of LaVyrle Spencer’s Separate Beds in my hands, opening my eyes to the wonder of the romance genre. And when you loaned me one of your precious Judith McNaught novels and changed my life forever. I’m not sure you ever knew how consequential those moments were, how consequential you were. I owe all of this to you.

You have been with me for every step of this amazing journey. You were the first person I called after getting “The Call,” and the one I had to share every achievement with, no matter how big or small. It is impossible to envision living in a world where I cannot call on you, yet that’s where I find myself.

My life will never be the same. How could it be, and why would I ever want it to be the same if you’re not here? But I am determined to live every single day in a way that will honor you. Because, as always, everything I do, I do it to make my big sister proud.

Until we see each other again…

With all my love,

Farrah

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

—Romans 8:28

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Discussion Questions

1. The fake dating trope is a popular one for romantic comedies. Do you find them believable? Have you ever encountered a real-life fake dating story?

2. Taylor had several reasons for not wanting to date Jamar, including not wanting to cross the boundary between instructor and client. What are your thoughts on couples whose relationships began in a professional capacity?

3. How do you feel about Taylor’s relationship with her family, especially her brother? Do you believe she was fair to her family?

4. Jamar took it upon himself to care for his family, Silas’s family, and Taylor. How did you feel about Jamar’s instinct to take care of everyone? Where do you think this comes from?

5. Was there anything about Taylor’s or Jamar’s journey that you connected with on a personal level? If so, what was it?

6. Did your opinion of the characters change at all during the course of reading The Dating Playbook?

7. Was there a particular scene that stuck with you? If so, which scene was it and why do you think it resonated with you?

8. How did you feel about the way the book ended? Did Taylor forgive Jamar too quickly? Was she justified in being upset with Jamar’s decision to go through with the workout?

Q&A with
Farrah Rochon