The Soft Life Pact A Romance Novel by Lila Bloom

Simone James is a brilliant, burnt-out therapist who spends her days untangling other people's emotions-and ignoring her own. Andre Coleman is an overworked tech consultant with chronic anxiety and a perfectly curated tea shelf. When the two meet at a self-care brunch gone rogue, they make a radical decision: no dating, no drama, just peace. A "Soft Life Pact."

But what starts as weekly vision boards and wine nights quickly turns into something deeper-lingering glances over candlelight, quiet moments of care that feel more intimate than any date. As boundaries blur and the rules of their pact start to crack, Simone and Andre find themselves navigating the scariest thing of all: a love that feels safe enough to stay.

Warm, funny, and heartbreakingly tender, The Soft Life Pact is a slow-burn friends-to-lovers romance that celebrates Black joy, emotional healing, and the radical act of choosing softness in a world that demands your hustle. Perfect for fans of Insecure, Living Single, and stories where care is the ultimate love language.

Come for the lavender candles and cozy playlists. Stay for the pillow talk and wine-stained kisses.