Make Me Hate You
Found a better price? Request a price match
Make Me Hate You
Latest News
The Book Briefing: 2nd October
Get stuck in with all the latest from the literary world including book announcements, controversies...
The Book Hero Team's September Reads
September was an especially busy month for the Book Hero team as we did the...
Come Celebrate New Zealand Bookshop Day with Us!
Next Saturday, New Zealand celebrates Bookshop Day - a day to celebrate the special place...
Rating All Our Julia Donaldson Picture Books
With Gruffalo Granny coming out recently I couldn't not do a post celebrating the collection...
New Releases to add to your TBR this week (29th September)
From celebrity memoirs to a brand new follow up to The Whale Rider, here is...
See moreFrom USA Today, BookTok, and #1 Amazon bestselling author Kandi Steiner comes an angsty and emotional stand-alone romance about first love, buried pain, and the one person you can never quite let go of, featuring bonus content exclusive to this print edition.
From USA Today, BookTok, and #1 Amazon bestselling author Kandi Steiner comes an angsty and emotional stand-alone romance about first love, buried pain, and the one person you can never quite let go of, featuring bonus content exclusive to this print edition.
How can you hate someone who still owns your heart?
Jasmine Olsen hasnβt been home in seven years for a very good reason. Some memories cut too deep, and sometimes running is the only way to survive. But when her best friendβs wedding brings her back to the small town she desperately tried to escape, she finally comes face to face withβ¦ him.
Tyler Wagner. The boy who broke her heart. The man she never quite forgot. And, unfortunately, her best friendβs brother. Charismatic, confident, and unyielding, Tyler is everything Jasmine canβt afford to want. And now, as the wedding fast approaches, heβs everywhereβtesting boundaries they never defined, stirring feelings they both pretended were long buried.
With every stolen glance, his golden eyes lure her into their depths. Unable to escape his pull, the memory of them tightens like a rip current, dragging her under. And when he flashes her that smile, she loses her breath along with the last of her restraint.
She wants to hate him. She needs to hate him.
But if he kisses her again, sheβll drown. And this time, sheβll take him down with her.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781923232563
Publisher: Keeperton
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 October 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: Arndell
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 127.0mm
Height: 203.0mm
Weight: 281g
Pages: 320
About the Author
Kandi Steiner is a USA Today bestselling contemporary romance author bestΒ known for writing emotional, relatable love stories. Her works range from angstyΒ and heart-wrenching to uplifting and sweet, offering a story for every kind of romantic. With over 35 novels to her name, Kandi has earned a devoted following of readers who affectionately dub her the "Queen of Angst".
Born in Oklahoma, a 20 year resident of Florida, and now settling down in Tennessee, Kandi draws inspiration from her surroundings, often weaving themes of family, love, and self-discovery into her narratives. When sheβs not crafting compelling stories or getting lost in the words of another author, you can find her hiking in the mountains, indulging in cozy moments with her family, or practicing pole dancing and yoga. Her books, including the viralΒ hit A Love Letter to Whiskey, have been translated into multiple languages,Β resonating with readers worldwide.
Also by Kandi Steiner
View allMore from Romance
View allWhy buy from us?
Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!
Service & Delivery
Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 100,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.
Auckland Bookstore
We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.
Our Gifting Service
Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.
Romance lists from the team
Explore our curated lists from our heroes to find your next read!














