# The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightley (Hardback)

**'Utterly unique, hilarious, swoony beyond my wildest dreams! This book is an instant classic and a true masterpiece, it took my breath away and made my heart explode'** Ali Hazelwood  
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A slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romantasy featuring a scholarly healer and a gentleman assassin, set in an exquisite fantasy world, perfect for fans of _The Love Hypothesis_ and _Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries._**  
  
Osric Mordaunt, member of the Fyren Order of assassins, is in dire need of healing. Naturally - such is the grim comedy of fate - the only healer who can help is Aurienne Fairhrim, preeminent scientist, bastion of moral good, and member of an enemy Order.  
  
Aurienne is desperate for funding to heal the sick - so desperate that, when Osric bribes her to help him, she accepts, even if she detests him and everything he stands for.  
  
A forced collaboration ensues: the brilliant Woman in STEM is coerced into working with the PhD in Murders, much to Aurienne's disgust. As Osric and Aurienne work together to heal his illness and investigate the mysterious reoccurrence of a deadly pox, they find themselves ardently denying their attraction, which only fuels the heat between them.  
  
**Tropes include:**  
Enemies-to-lovers  
High interaction slow burn  
Hypercompetent idiots  
He falls first and harder  
Slaughter as a love language  
  
Praise for _The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy_:  
  
**'Sworn enemies, underhanded shenanigans, dazzling magic and delicious romantic tension make this a witty, wonderful gem. Whether you're Team Aurienne (she of the incandescent brilliance) or Team Osric (he of the magnificent cheekbones) or just Team Would You Two Just Kiss Already, I promise you'll love this'** Sangu Mandanna, author of _The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches_  
  
**'Brilliant and wildly imaginative, with a delicious forbidden romance set in a fascinating fantasy world. Knightley is a remarkable talent, weaving together witty comedy, slow-burn longing, and heart-wrenchingly poetic imagery'** Sarah Hawley, author of _A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon_  
  
**'With the most wickedly delicious banter, Brigitte Knightley is sure to become your next favourite author. This had all the things I love most: a slow-burn romance that hurts so good, truly agonizing enemies-to-lovers, with a twisty mystery at its core'** Julie Soto, author of _Forget Me Not_  
  
**'Brigitte Knightley is such a wonderfully talented writer with a unique voice and a real genius for banter. Anyone who loves enemies-to-lovers romantasy, will surely adore _The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy_!'** India Holton author of _The Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love_  
  
**'The slow burn romance of my dreams. Whip smart, creative, and brimming with banter and wit . . . both the hero and heroine had me laughing _and_ shouting to just kiss already. This one is a rare delight'** Isabel Ibañez, author of _What the River Knows_  
  
**'Utterly unique and delightful, this is the perfect romantasy for those who like their villains (and heroes) with a touch of murder, thievery, and questionable morals. Sexy and hilarious with dry-as-bone humour, Knightley's writing is not to be missed'** Elissa Sussman, author of _Funny You Should Ask_  
  
**'This debut boasts gorgeously-written, vivid settings, a unique magic system and fresh fantasy world, razor-sharp wit, and graceful characterization. In short, Knightley's debut is nothing short of irresistible itself'** Isabel Cañas, author of _The Hacienda_

## Details

- **Price:** 18.5 GBP
- **Vendor:** Little, Brown Book Group Limited
- **Tags:** All Books, Fantasy, Romance, Thrillers

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
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| Default Title | 18.50 GBP | In stock |

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> Updated: 2026-09-17