The Kiss Quotient

'I just adored every page. I really can't wait to see what Helen Hoang writes next.' -New York Times bestselling author SARAH J. MAAS

'Original and sexy and sensitive.' New York Times bestselling author ROXANE GAY


Stella Lane thinks mathematics is the only thing that unites the universe. She comes up with algorithms to predict customer purchases-a job that has given her more money than she knows what to do with and far less experience in the dating department than the average thirty-year-old.

It doesn't help that Stella has Asperger's and French kissing reminds her of a shark getting its teeth cleaned by pilot fish. Her conclusion: she needs lots of practice-with a professional. Which is why she hires escort Michael Phan. Gorgeous and conflicted, Michael can't afford to turn down Stella's offer and agrees to help her check off all the boxes on her lesson plan, from foreplay to more-than-missionary position.

Before long, Stella not only learns to appreciate his kisses but to crave all of the other things he's making her feel. Their no-nonsense partnership starts making a strange kind of sense. And the pattern that emerges will convince Stella that love is the best kind of logic . . .


'An unexpectedly sweet erotic romance that left me with a huge smile on my face. I dare you not to fall in love with these two characters and their story. Helen Hoang's debut is quite simply delightful!' New York Times bestselling author NALINI SINGH

'Hoang knocks it out of the park with this stellar debut' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

'I loved The Kiss Quotient so much, that I've already begun pushing it into the hands of my friends begging them to read it!' THE BOOKTOPIAN

Winner of Best Romance 2018 (United States) Winner of Best Romance 2018 (United States)

"Clever, sexy and a breath of fresh air! The Kiss Quotient is intoxicatingly witty and romantic!"-Lauren Blakely, New York Times bestselling author

"The Kiss Quotient had me under a spell the moment I met the hero. I was excited, in love, and couldn't wait to get back to this book every time life forced me to put it down. A rare and riveting love story."-Penelope Douglas, New York Times bestselling author

"I devoured The Kiss Quotient. It's one of the best books I've read in a very long time. It has everything-it's funny, sad, poignant and impossible to put down."-Christine Feehan, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Original and sexy and sensitive."-Roxane Gay, New York Times bestselling author

"One of the most inventive love stories in recent memory. A vividly romantic tale filled with depth, humor and a universal sense of humanity."-Emily Giffin, New York Times bestselling author

"The Kiss Quotient is unexpected, unconventional and unputdownable. I loved it. Hoang's writing has a sharp, quirky, emotional edge that will resonate with anyone who has ever tried to navigate the complicated world of modern relationships. Opening this book is like setting a match to a handful of fireworks - lots of sparkle, heat and energy."-Jayne Ann Krentz, New York Times bestselling author

"In just under 24 hours I devoured The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang and it was AWESOME. Adorable, sexy, smart. Exactly the book I wanted to read!"-Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author

"I just adored every page. I really can't wait to see what Helen Hoang writes next."-Sarah J. Maas, New York Times bestselling author

"An unexpectedly sweet erotic romance that left me with a huge smile on my face. I dare you not to fall in love with these two characters and their story. Helen Hoang's debut is quite simply delightful!"-Nalini Singh, New York Times bestselling author

"Hoang knocks it out of the park with this stellar debut about an autistic woman who takes a methodical approach to learning about sex and accidentally gets a lesson in love...Hoang gives [Stella] tremendous depth as a character, never reducing her to a walking diagnosis. The diverse cast and exceptional writing take this romance to the next level, and readers who see themselves in Stella will be ecstatic."-Publisher's Weekly (starred)

"A compulsively readable erotic romance that is equal parts sugar and spice. Highly ¬recommended."-Library Journal (starred)

"The balance of humor, kindness, and honesty in The Kiss Quotient combined with the gentleness in Hoang's style of storytelling charmed and connected with me in a way no other book has done in a long time."-Book Riot

"The Kiss Quotient rings with authenticity."-RT (top pick)

Helen Hoang is that shy person who never talks. Until she does. And the worst things fly out of her mouth. She read her first romance novel in eighth grade and has been addicted ever since. In 2016, she was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in line with what was previously known as Asperger's Syndrome. Her journey inspired The Kiss Quotient. She currently lives in San Diego, California with her husband, two kids, and pet fish.

For fans of The Love Hypothesis ! A heartwarming and refreshing debut novel that proves one thing: there's not enough data in the world to predict what will make your heart tick. 'I just adored every page. I really can't wait to see what Helen Hoang writes next.' -New York Times bestselling author SARAH J. MAAS 'Original and sexy and sensitive.' New York Times bestselling author ROXANE GAY Stella Lane thinks mathematics is the only thing that unites the universe. She comes up with algorithms to predict customer purchases-a job that has given her more money than she knows what to do with and far less experience in the dating department than the average thirty-year-old. It doesn't help that Stella has Asperger's and French kissing reminds her of a shark getting its teeth cleaned by pilot fish. Her conclusion: she needs lots of practice-with a professional. Which is why she hires escort Michael Phan. Gorgeous and conflicted, Michael can't afford to turn down Stella's offer and agrees to help her check off all the boxes on her lesson plan, from foreplay to more-than-missionary position. Before long, Stella not only learns to appreciate his kisses but to crave all of the other things he's making her feel. Their no-nonsense partnership starts making a strange kind of sense. And the pattern that emerges will convince Stella that love is the best kind of logic . . . 'An unexpectedly sweet erotic romance that left me with a huge smile on my face. I dare you not to fall in love with these two characters and their story. Helen Hoang's debut is quite simply delightful!' New York Times bestselling author NALINI SINGH 'Hoang knocks it out of the park with this stellar debut' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY 'I loved The Kiss Quotient so much, that I've already begun pushing it into the hands of my friends begging them to read it!' THE BOOKTOPIAN

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