: A popular contemporary romance novelist known for books like Try & Resist and Collide . Her works heavily feature popular romantic tropes, including roommates-to-lovers, forced proximity, and slow-burn rivalries . Her characters' romantic storylines are widely discussed across social platforms like Meghan Hollie's Official Threads .
Jess and Zack's on-screen relationship started in 2019 and quickly became a central plot point in the show. Their romance was filled with ups and downs, including a dramatic plot twist where Zack was revealed to be the son of a wealthy and influential family. Their relationship ultimately ended due to the pressures of Zack's family dynamics and their differing backgrounds.