Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood is a witty and heartfelt romance novel that follows Elsie Hannaway, a theoretical physicist who secretly works as a fake girlfriend to make ends meet. Her carefully balanced life is thrown into chaos when she interviews for her dream academic job and meets Jack Smith, a physicist who despises theorists and unknowingly exposes Elsie’s double life. As their chemistry grows, Elsie must confront her insecurities and decide whether to prioritize her career or take a chance on love. This story blends humor, vulnerability, and passion in a compelling academic romance.