Book Title: The One and Only
Author: Jake Anscombe
Genre: Romance, Mystery, Thriller
Publishing date: 18th November 2025
Language: English
Format: AWZ3; EPUB; MOBI; PDF
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How far would you go to find your perfect match?.
Teaser
In The One and Only, Jake Anscombe delivers a provocative and pulse-pounding thriller that explores the price of certainty in love. A revolutionary DNA test promises to match you with your genetically destined soulmate—just a quick swab, and your future is rewritten. For millions, it’s a dream come true. For others, it’s the beginning of heartbreak, betrayal, and chaos.
Now, five strangers receive the life-altering notification: they’ve been “Matched.” But as they prepare to meet their one true love, they’ll discover that destiny isn’t always kind—and even soulmates have secrets. Some are seductive. Some are deadly.
Love was once a mystery. Now it’s a science. But science doesn’t care who gets hurt.
Why readers love Endless Dark
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High-Concept Premise: The idea of DNA-based matchmaking is both thrilling and disturbingly plausible.
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Multiple Perspectives: The story unfolds through five distinct lives, each with its own twist and emotional depth.
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Fast-Paced Suspense: Every chapter ends with a revelation that keeps readers hooked.
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Exploration of Modern Love: It challenges conventional ideas of romance, compatibility, and fate.
Who This Book Is Perfect For
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Fans of Tech-Driven Thrillers: If you loved Black Mirror or The Circle, this hits the same nerve.
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Readers Who Enjoy Relationship Drama: Perfect for those who crave emotional complexity and moral dilemmas.
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Anyone Curious About the Future of Love: If you’ve ever wondered what dating might look like in a world ruled by algorithms, this is your next obsession.
About the Author: Jake Anscombe
Jake Anscombe is a former behavioral geneticist turned novelist whose work explores the intersection of science, emotion, and identity. Raised in Manchester and educated at Oxford, Anscombe spent years researching the biological roots of attraction before trading lab reports for fiction.
His debut novel, The One and Only, draws on his scientific background to craft a chillingly plausible world where love is no longer a mystery—it’s a calculation. Known for his cerebral plots and emotional punch, Anscombe writes from a converted observatory in Cornwall, where he lives with his partner and an ever-growing collection of vintage science journals.
When not writing, he’s often found kayaking at dawn or debating the ethics of AI matchmaking over strong coffee.
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