The Professorвђ™s Date By Lane Hayes -

A former jock who is open about his sexuality and has a grounded, realistic backstory. He provides the "outsider" perspective to the brilliant circle of friends known as the Script Club. Notable Themes

The story centers on Thomas "Tommy" Hartwell, a PhD student and Caltech professor specialized in astrophysics. Tommy is a quintessential "gentle geek" with a quiet confidence and a tragic sense of style. When his twin sister’s upcoming wedding requires him to find a date—and undergo a mandatory makeover—he crosses paths with Noah.

⭐ The Script Club series is known for its low-angst, sweet romances. Readers often recommend reading the previous books to fully appreciate the "HEA" (Happily Ever After) of the final member of the group. If you'd like to dive deeper into this book or the series: The Professor’s Date by Lane Hayes

An astrophysicist who is smarter than most but struggles with the social pressures of his family. He has been a background character throughout the series and finally takes center stage here.

As the series finale, the book brings back beloved characters from previous installments, providing a heartwarming conclusion for the entire group. A former jock who is open about his

Noah is a dazzling hair stylist and former soccer player. While he doesn't usually date, he agrees to help Tommy with a "fashion mission" that includes a haircut and a wardrobe overhaul. What begins as a professional consultation quickly shifts into a deep mutual attraction. Key Characters

The core of the novel is the chemistry between the nerdy, commanding professor and the sweet, funny stylist. Tommy is a quintessential "gentle geek" with a

The Professor’s Date is the fifth and final installment in Lane Hayes’s popular M/M romance series, The Script Club. This book follows the established "geek meets jock" formula of the series, pairing a brilliant but fashion-challenged academic with a charismatic hair stylist. The Premise