A cowboy, a billionaire, and a hockey player walk into a bar...
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Full disclosure: I came up with this at 11pm instead of doing literally anything productive. It's backed by exactly zero research and one very strong opinion about book boyfriends. You're welcome.
A cowboy, a billionaire and a hockey player, walk into a bar….
…and you can only take one home for the night.
Who are you choosing? Let’s play a quick game. Grab a scrap piece of paper, keep track of your letters (A, B, or C), and find out below who you’re taking…
1. Your ideal weekend getaway involves...
A) A quiet cabin in the mountains, horseback riding, and a campfire.
B) A luxury penthouse suite in New York City with room service.
C) Sitting front row at a high-energy game, eating stadium popcorn.
2. How does your dream hero handle a conflict?
A) Quietly, with hard work, a protective streak, and a steady hand.
B) By making one phone call to fix the problem completely.
C) With fierce loyalty, intense passion, and a bit of protective swagger.
3. Your absolute favorite clothing item on a man is...
A) Worn-in denim, flannel, and a well-shaped hat.
B) A custom, perfectly tailored three-piece suit.
C) A slightly oversized jersey (or honestly, just a sharp grey hoodie).
4. His love language is definitely...
A) Acts of service—fixing things around the house without being asked.
B) Extravagant gifts—buying out the whole bookstore just for you.
C) Physical touch & quality time—holding your hand under the table.
Got a tie? If you got an equal number of letters, it means you’re a troublemaker who wants both - or them all - yes please! Since you can only take one home tonight, use my official tiebreaker rules:
Cowboy vs. Billionaire tie: Take the Cowboy. He looks better in a cap.
Billionaire vs. Hockey Player tie: Take the Billionaire. He can buy you a hockey team.
Hockey Player vs. Cowboy tie: Take the Hockey Player. The banter is unmatched.
YOUR RESULTS:
Mostly A’s? You’re taking the Cowboy home! You crave rugged charm, deep roots, and a protective man who knows how to take care of what’s his. If this is your vibe, you’ll love: The Cowboy & the Nanny
Mostly B’s? You’re taking the Billionaire home! You love high stakes, absolute power balanced by secret tenderness, and total lavish escapism. If this is your vibe, dive straight into: Off The Market
Mostly C’s? You’re taking the Hockey Player home! You need witty banter, gold-hearted golden retrievers, and a fiercely loyal hero who isn’t afraid to fight for you. If this is your vibe, check out: Off Limits
Hit reply and tell me your result! I’m dying to know which team wins on my newsletter list.
Happy reading, Ellie
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