She never believed in fairy tales, or in wishes coming true.
Growing up in a family where divorce was as common as pad thai, Kat had resigned herself to a life of cautious solitude, armed with sharp wit, a stack of sarcastic comebacks, and a deep distrust of romance.
But fate has a funny way of intervening.
When an accidental photo at a costume party turns her into an overnight social media sensation, Kat's carefully ordered world is thrown into chaos. Suddenly she's Bangkok-famous-fielding awkward DMs, dodging internet weirdos, and trying to figure out how to online date without losing her mind (or her dignity). From a British expat who seems too polite to be real to a charming American who might be just a little too emotionally complicated, Kat finds herself trapped in a digital romance maze with zero map-just hope and heart.
As she juggles unexpected admirers, hilarious dating disasters, and the opinions of her chaotic-but-loving friends, Kat is also forced to confront the deeper things she's been avoiding: her fear of vulnerability, her complicated family history, and the part of herself that still wonders if true love is meant for people like her.
From awkward first dates to cultural misunderstandings and late-night texts that go way too deep, every step brings Kat closer to discovering what she truly wants-and who she's willing to become to get it.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of modern-day Bangkok, this heartwarming and hilarious romantic comedy explores the messy, magical journey of self-discovery, second chances, and finding real love in an increasingly digital world.
How Not To Date 101 is perfect for fans of:
- Strong, funny Asian female leads
- Cross-cultural romance with heart
- Quirky friendship dynamics
- Stories that blend comedy, romance, and real emotional growth
- Readers who loved Crazy Rich Asians, Emily in Paris, or The Love Hypothesis
Whether you've been ghosted, catfished, or just fallen in love with the wrong person too many times, Bangkok Heartbeat will make you laugh, cry, cringe, and believe again in the power of imperfect love.
Will Kat learn to trust her heart and take a chance? Or will fear and old wounds keep her from the unexpected match that could change everything?
