Hello, romance lovers! Today, we’re diving into the world of Money Shot with an exclusive interview with Liam Murphy, one of the novel’s central characters. Liam’s journey from a newly-graduated tech hopeful to an unlikely internet star is both spicy and suspenseful, not to mention complicated by feelings for his best friend and roommate, Jackson Barrett. Let’s hear what Liam has to say about it all—especially that romance budding between him and Jack!
Q: Hi Liam! Readers are already curious about you and Jack. How would you describe him?
Liam: Laughs Oh man, Jack is… complicated. We’ve been best friends since college, so living together was an easy decision at first. He’s that guy who keeps everything together, you know? When my life blew up, Jack was right there for me. He’s got this laid-back charm, never freaks out—and definitely doesn’t judge. And even if he’d deny it, he’s got a soft side that makes him easy to love. grins
Q: Love? That’s a big word, Liam!
Liam: blushes Well, “love” is complicated when you’re hiding in plain sight. We’ve had this connection for years, but making it anything more? That’s where it gets tricky. I’d be lying if I said he didn’t mean a lot to me.
Q: So, tell us how you went from “tech guy” to creating videos with Jack.
Liam: Ha, definitely not what I had planned for myself! After I lost my job, I went to this party and met this woman who made bank from adult content. At first, I thought she was kidding. But after running the numbers and facing rent with zero income, I thought, “Why not?” One thing led to another, and I was creating content. Jack found out by accident, and instead of flipping out, he offered to help. We’re both trying to figure out what this means for us… as friends and, well, maybe more.
Q: Speaking of “more,” what’s it like filming with someone you’re close to? Does it get… complicated?
Liam: It’s impossible not to feel… something. Our first few shoots were hilarious—awkward as hell, honestly. Jack likes to joke that we’re “method actors” because we kept laughing and stumbling over each other. But that awkwardness started to change, and things got real. Fast. There are moments on camera where I have to remind myself it’s just a “job” because, well, my feelings for him are real.
Q: Is anyone else in on this? Who knows about you and Jack’s videos?
Liam: Nessa, our building manager, knows everything. I’m convinced she’s psychic. She’s got this insane Queens accent, cherry-red hair, and no filter. She somehow knew before we even did it, and she hasn’t stopped “coaching” us since. Then there’s Dimitri, the perpetually grouchy security guard in our building. They’re the quirkiest support system we never asked for.
Q: And your other roommate, Bradley—what’s his role in all of this?
Liam: Bradley… he’s a whole different story. Jack and I had no idea he was dealing drugs until the cops showed up at our housewarming party. He got arrested, which is how we landed in this financial bind. We’re stuck covering rent, bills, everything. Jack and I are in survival mode, really, but it’s brought us closer in ways I never thought possible.
Q: We have to ask—where do you see things going between you and Jack? Is this just about friendship, or could it be more?
Liam: I’d love to say I know, but the truth is, we’re still figuring it out. Jack’s the person I trust more than anyone. I just don’t know if he feels the same way I do, or if he’s just here because we’re in this crazy situation together. I hope that by the end of it, he realizes… well, that maybe there’s more between us than just friendship or even business.
Q: Before we let you go, can you share any hints about what’s next for you two?
Liam: I can’t spoil too much, but I can say that the line between “pretend” and real feelings gets blurrier every day. And as for what’s next—well, we’ll either make this thing work, or we’ll figure out how to stay friends. Either way, I don’t see my life without Jack in it.
That’s it for today’s exclusive! Stay tuned for Money Shot, where you’ll see how Liam and Jack handle the pressure, the passion, and the surprises life throws their way. And maybe, just maybe, they’ll find the love they’ve both been looking for.
Ian O. Lewis and Luke Jameson 