Fate and Chance Collide in Maurene Goo's Steamy New Romance "One & Only"

Maurene Goo's debut adult novel "One & Only" is a captivating story about matchmaking and fate, set to hit bookshelves next winter. The novel, described as a blend of "In Five Years" and a "millennial Joy Luck Club," follows the story of Cassia Park, a woman who believes in soulmates and fated love stories.

Cassia's family has been in the matchmaking business for centuries, using their ability to peer into clients' past lives to find their one true love. However, Cassia herself has been searching for her own fated partner, Daniel Nam, for 10 years without success. On the eve of her 40th birthday, Cassia decides to take matters into her own hands and has a fling with the younger and attractive Ellis.

But Cassia's world is turned upside down when Ellis introduces her to his boss, Daniel Nam. As Cassia battles between fate and chance, head and heart, a family secret is revealed that will make her question everything she's ever known. Cassia must decide whether to follow her fate or forge her own path.

Goo describes the novel as a "funny and fresh love story" that also explores love, grief, and complicated family histories. With a focus on the warmth and sensory details of Los Angeles, the book promises to be an immersive and captivating read, complete with "breathtakingly sexy scenes" that will leave readers reaching for a "tall drink of water."