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The Code of Love
From award-winning author, Katy Summers, comes another perfectly pitched romcom that will steal your heart away. Narrated by Stuart Martin (star of star of Miss Scarlet and The Duke) and Emily Atack (star of Rivals).
Sydnie De Grado’s a bonafide girlboss who isn’t looking to settle down; she’s been there, done that, twice. When her dad unexpectedly announces he’s selling their not-for-profit tech firm she’s torn between family loyalty and a suspicion that something isn’t right… especially as the deal hinges on a chatbot that’s not even ready for market yet.
But then Syd finds an unlikely ally in Nathaniel Caldwell, the quiet CEO at the company trying to buy them out.
Nate’s heir to a vast business empire and a title that will one day make him a Lord, but under his polished exterior lies someone very different. Forced to mask his autism and hide his creativity, Nate’s set aside his dreams of Broadway musicals to become the tech-savvy businessman his father demands.
As the deal gathers pace, it’s all-hands-on-deck to test the chatbot. When Syd and Nate take a road trip for a family business summit in the Scottish Highlands, an undeniable attraction sparks. But Nate doesn't do casual relationships, and Syd’s allergic to commitment, so there’s absolutely no danger of crossing any lines, right?
Under the pressure of a deal neither of them believes in, and parents who force them to be something they’re not, they each turn to the safety of the chatbot to bare their souls. But as the conversations grow deeper, the technology begins to feel eerily human – almost as if they’re not speaking to a bot but someone who really sees them…
Meddling families, corporate intrigue, and a romance for the ages, The Code of Love is the literary love child of You’ve Got Mail and Succession. Blending her trademark wit with emotional depth, Katy Summers delivers a whip-smart romantic comedy about ambition, authenticity, and finding love where you least expect it.
Sydnie De Grado’s a bonafide girlboss who isn’t looking to settle down; she’s been there, done that, twice. When her dad unexpectedly announces he’s selling their not-for-profit tech firm she’s torn between family loyalty and a suspicion that something isn’t right… especially as the deal hinges on a chatbot that’s not even ready for market yet.
But then Syd finds an unlikely ally in Nathaniel Caldwell, the quiet CEO at the company trying to buy them out.
Nate’s heir to a vast business empire and a title that will one day make him a Lord, but under his polished exterior lies someone very different. Forced to mask his autism and hide his creativity, Nate’s set aside his dreams of Broadway musicals to become the tech-savvy businessman his father demands.
As the deal gathers pace, it’s all-hands-on-deck to test the chatbot. When Syd and Nate take a road trip for a family business summit in the Scottish Highlands, an undeniable attraction sparks. But Nate doesn't do casual relationships, and Syd’s allergic to commitment, so there’s absolutely no danger of crossing any lines, right?
Under the pressure of a deal neither of them believes in, and parents who force them to be something they’re not, they each turn to the safety of the chatbot to bare their souls. But as the conversations grow deeper, the technology begins to feel eerily human – almost as if they’re not speaking to a bot but someone who really sees them…
Meddling families, corporate intrigue, and a romance for the ages, The Code of Love is the literary love child of You’ve Got Mail and Succession. Blending her trademark wit with emotional depth, Katy Summers delivers a whip-smart romantic comedy about ambition, authenticity, and finding love where you least expect it.
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Published March 26, 2026
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About the author
Katy Summers
2 books68 followersKaty’s debut, LOVE, REBOOTED was released in 2025, as an Audible Original. It was awarded the Joan Hessayon Prize for New Writing at the Romance Novels of the Year Awards, and was shortlisted for Romance Audiobook of the Year at the inaugural Speakies Awards.
Book two, THE CODE OF LOVE, is now availabe exclusively from Audible. Both books are STEM RomComs, narrated by Emily Atack (star of Rivals) and Stuart Martin (star of Miss Scarlet and the Duke) and explore themes of acceptance, neurodiversity, body positivity and finding love in your 30s or 40s.
Katy lives in South London and describes herself as an over-caffeinated, autistic/ADHD, Snoopy-loving, cat-butler to two noisy bengals.
Book two, THE CODE OF LOVE, is now availabe exclusively from Audible. Both books are STEM RomComs, narrated by Emily Atack (star of Rivals) and Stuart Martin (star of Miss Scarlet and the Duke) and explore themes of acceptance, neurodiversity, body positivity and finding love in your 30s or 40s.
Katy lives in South London and describes herself as an over-caffeinated, autistic/ADHD, Snoopy-loving, cat-butler to two noisy bengals.
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March 29, 2026
Loved it ! This audiobook is funny, witty, geeky and defenitly not your typical surface level romance!
Even though the two main characters, Sydnie and Nate initially have their own ideas of each other, they quickly realise that there is more at play than they thought. Each will have to deal with meddling families and personal issues as they navigate the Deal they’ve both been thrown into. Adding to the mix topics that are very relevant right now, which made it so refreshing and got my brain working!
This book had me giggling and laughing out loud at Syd’s beautifully crude analogies and swooning over Nate’s adorableness!
And again, superb performance by Emily Atack and Steweart Martin! Loved every minute !
Even though the two main characters, Sydnie and Nate initially have their own ideas of each other, they quickly realise that there is more at play than they thought. Each will have to deal with meddling families and personal issues as they navigate the Deal they’ve both been thrown into. Adding to the mix topics that are very relevant right now, which made it so refreshing and got my brain working!
This book had me giggling and laughing out loud at Syd’s beautifully crude analogies and swooning over Nate’s adorableness!
And again, superb performance by Emily Atack and Steweart Martin! Loved every minute !
April 1, 2026
Cute little neurodivergent love story, hot chocolate read whilst celebrating the spectrum
April 6, 2026
Fun, well narrated, great autistic rep.
March 28, 2026
Thoroughly enjoyable fandango
Overview
Syd, girlboss by day, professional single by night, is reacquainted with the musical-loving and reluctant CEO, Nate, when their fathers conspire to sell Syd's family tech business from under her.
As tensions rise and attraction develops during a trip to the Scottish Highlands, both Syd and Nate confide in the chatbot at the centre of the deal, only to find it responding in increasingly human ways.
The Verdict
After Syd’s appearances in Love, Rebooted, I was delighted to see Book 2 was about her!
Syd and Nate were such fantastic characters. They both knew what they wanted, but highly valued family (in some ways maybe too much). The chemistry, the flirting, the unforgettable road trip were all absolute highlights. There were so many laugh-out-loud moments and once again, the autistic representation was a breath of fresh air.
While it felt like a rinse and repeat of Book 1’s formula, it flowed beautifully and is a solid follow-up.
Tropes to Expect
- Second-chance romance
- Neurodivergent representation (autism)
- Close-proximity
- Meddling family dynamic
- Happily Ever After
⭐ Rating: 4/5
🌶️ Spice: 2/5
Consumed via: Audible
Audiobook: Duet narration - Stuart Martin and Emily Atack
POV: Dual – MMC & FMC
Series: Debugged Love - Book 2
Overview
Syd, girlboss by day, professional single by night, is reacquainted with the musical-loving and reluctant CEO, Nate, when their fathers conspire to sell Syd's family tech business from under her.
As tensions rise and attraction develops during a trip to the Scottish Highlands, both Syd and Nate confide in the chatbot at the centre of the deal, only to find it responding in increasingly human ways.
The Verdict
After Syd’s appearances in Love, Rebooted, I was delighted to see Book 2 was about her!
Syd and Nate were such fantastic characters. They both knew what they wanted, but highly valued family (in some ways maybe too much). The chemistry, the flirting, the unforgettable road trip were all absolute highlights. There were so many laugh-out-loud moments and once again, the autistic representation was a breath of fresh air.
While it felt like a rinse and repeat of Book 1’s formula, it flowed beautifully and is a solid follow-up.
Tropes to Expect
- Second-chance romance
- Neurodivergent representation (autism)
- Close-proximity
- Meddling family dynamic
- Happily Ever After
⭐ Rating: 4/5
🌶️ Spice: 2/5
Consumed via: Audible
Audiobook: Duet narration - Stuart Martin and Emily Atack
POV: Dual – MMC & FMC
Series: Debugged Love - Book 2
March 30, 2026
Love love this book so much!
If you’re a fan of Love rebooted then you will devour this.
Katy summers has done it again a massive 5 stars from me !
If you’re a fan of Love rebooted then you will devour this.
Katy summers has done it again a massive 5 stars from me !
April 1, 2026
ok predictable but good steamy scenes
April 3, 2026
Syd was hilarious which is the only reason I stayed interested.
April 3, 2026
Easy romance.
April 5, 2026
like reading a Hallmark movie... with some light steam. made for a good afternoon.
Did not finish
April 6, 2026Blah. No thanks.
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