With HIS BEST KEPT SECRET officially launched on September 12th, I’ve had one fun question on my mind all week: If Erika and Julian’s story was adapted into a movie, who would play them?
As authors, we all have subtle visual inspirations while drafting. But when it comes to a full-blown cinematic adaptation, complete with high-contrast London boardrooms, intense late-night corporate showdowns, and forbidden chemistry... a few actors immediately spring to mind.
Julian Vane: Brandon Sklenar
When I think of billionaire Julian Vane, a man who is powerful, fiercely controlled, and brooding, yet capable of losing his mind over the one woman he shouldn't touch... Brandon Sklenar (Housemaid, It Ends With Us) is perfection.
He radiates that sharp, dangerous sophistication mixed with an intense, quiet gravity that makes Julian so captivating on the page.
Erika Sampson: Daisy Edgar-Jones
For Erika Sampson, our brilliant, watchful PA with working-class Salford roots and absolute "quiet steel"... Daisy Edgar-Jones (Normal People, Twisters) hits every single note.
Daisy brings a grounded resilience, emotional depth, and razor-sharp intellect to her roles. She’d play Erika’s transition from an invisible assistant to a woman quietly executing a high-stakes takeover with incredible screen presence.
Check Out the Concept Movie Poster! 🏙️
My hubby and I had so much fun pulling together a concept poster.
What do you think of this dream team?
💬 Over to You!
- Do you see Brandon and Daisy as Julian and Erika?
- Who would you cast as the cruel heiress Chloe, or the unpredictable Sasha?
Drop your dream cast choices in the a message to me! And don't forget: HIS BEST KEPT SECRET is available for just 99p/99c for the first week of launch.