When I found out that SM Shade was writing a new romcom series I got excited! She has the best personality and her humor and love for her characters iWhen I found out that SM Shade was writing a new romcom series I got excited! She has the best personality and her humor and love for her characters is truly evident in her stories. I remember when I first read her; the book was Scarlet Toys, and I haven’t been able to stop reading her since. In FAKE AROUND AND FIND OUT we get a whole new world (The Happy Haven trailer park ...more
Meghan Quinn has been one of my favorite authors since I started reading romance books back in 2015 and my love for her work hasn’t wavered since. SurMeghan Quinn has been one of my favorite authors since I started reading romance books back in 2015 and my love for her work hasn’t wavered since. Sure, it’s been a while since I’ve read on of her novels but that’s simply because I wasn’t in the mood for a romance book (I’m a total mood reader!). So, getting back into her novels is like visiting an old friend.
A Not So Meet cute is a fresh and funny book that incorporates both the fake dating trope and the enemies-to-lovers trope. I enjoyed the banter (Meghan writes the BEST banter) and how Huxley and Lottie very slowly developed feelings for each other despite the contract that kept them as associates only. Huxley though did come off as a jerk and it took me a while to warm up to him but in the end, I did enjoy his characters especially when he showed off his true character. Lottie of course was my favorite as she’s sassy, smart mouthed, down to earth, and has a winning personality. She certainly brought Huxley to his knees, and I loved her take charge attitude.
If you’ve enjoyed Meghan’s novels in the past, then this is definitely one that you’ll also love. She has a special way with bringing her characters to life and making them super relatable to her readers. Not only that, but the humor in her novels is also top notch and I laughed quite a bit while reading this one. Obviously, I recommend it!
Release Date: February 5, 2020 Actual Rating: 5 stars
Young Adult Romance | Opposites Attract | Fake Relationship
EEEPPP! I’ve been CRAVING a boo Release Date: February 5, 2020 Actual Rating: 5 stars
Young Adult Romance | Opposites Attract | Fake Relationship
EEEPPP! I’ve been CRAVING a book like FITYBI for so long that I almost gave up in my pursuit because I couldn’t find what I was looking for!! But this book gave me ALL I NEEDED in a romance and truly blew me away! This book is EVERYTHING! From the first few pages I was obsessed and this obsession grew with each word. Being in this world was like being in heaven and I couldn’t put it down. Meagan Bandy SLAYS the new adult romance genre and it’s very apparent WHY when she writes a book like THIS. Gosh, it’s so good I may even have to go read it a second time just to get these feels all over again!
Fake It Till You Break It is a smorgasbord of tropes (LOL I never thought I would use that word in a review but it’s so FITTING). This book is an opposites attract romance, a fake relationship romance, and new adult/young adult HIGH SCHOOL romance. It’s much tamer than The Brayshaw series but just as swoony! I love how Meagan can write uber sexy novels and sweeter romances- she has the skill to nail them all! This book is also set in a brand-new world that I hope to see more of. I know it’s a standalone, but maybe some day in the future well see some more books? Here’s to hoping!
Anyway, in this one readers will meet Demi and Nico. Demi is the kind of girl who doesn’t care about boys and relationships- she’d rather do good in school. She’s not a nerd per se but she definitely sits closer to that than being a pompom welding girl who prefers socialization over grades. Nico on the other hand is a brooding bad boy. He’s got an ALPHAtude in the beginning of the book, but readers will see a little bit of a softer side as the book progresses. NOT too much though- he still comes off as a bad boy through and through! I loved this! I don’t always want to see heroes change for the heroines and it was nice to see him still stay in the same shell.
Nico and Demi, while totally opposite, decide that they should pretend to be dating. Why? Well, I won’t tell you because it will spoil some of the story, but they DO, and it turns into something neither of them were expecting. Of course, there’s a bit of drama and everything they build during their fake relationship comes tumbling down at their feet. Can they overcome it all? Or are they destined to stay FAKE? You’ll have to read to find out!
Once again, Meagan Brandy writes absolutely PERFECTION. Readers will quickly see why when reading this one and are sure to have a hard time putting it down. I highly recommend it!
Release Date: January 23, 2020 Actual Rating: 5+ stars
Romantic Comedy | Office Romance | Marriage of Convenience
Incredibly fun and absolutely HIL Release Date: January 23, 2020 Actual Rating: 5+ stars
Romantic Comedy | Office Romance | Marriage of Convenience
Incredibly fun and absolutely HILARIOUS! I laughed the whole way through and I’m not exaggerating at all! Meghan Quinn knows what her readers want and always delivers. From devastating breakups to insanely romantic makeups Meghan Quinn SLAYS it. Again, and again, and again. There’s really no wonder why she’s one of my top 3 favorite authors of all time! Her books are magical!
Boss Man Bridegroom is a unique mix of an office romance and marriage of convenience. This is a story about getting over broken hearts, finding love in the most unexpected ways, and letting your freak flag fly! Meghan Quinn writes the best quirky characters and Charlee is one of my favorite heroines EVER! I love her zest and outlook on life and the way she projects herself on her grumpy boss, Rath. The comedy? Top notch! As I mentioned above, I laughed the whole way though. I simply couldn’t get enough and didn’t want it to end. Even though I flew through this book because of how invested I was in Charlee and Rath’s unconventional love story, I wished there was MORE. Not because the story isn’t perfect the way it is but because I simply loved their story HARD. It’s just so GOOD.
If you haven’t read a Meghan Quinn book you need to rectify that immediately! She’s such a talented author and each and every book she writes are easily top favorites of mine. This one in particular is going down to be one of my top 3 favorites of hers. Seriously!
Now, Boss Man Bride Groom IS a standalone but characters from two other books do make appearances here. You can choose to read this prior to this one (if you haven’t already) or not. It doesn’t matter either way, but you may see a few small spoilers from the other relationships here. I’ll list the books below.
PS: I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK
Want more? Here are the other two that are interconnected with this one (again, you don’t have to read them before this one, but I recommend them regardless):
Release Date: January 21, 2020 Actual Rating: 5 stars
Romantic Suspense | Ex Con | Fake Relationship
Devney Perry delivers in yet another romantic Release Date: January 21, 2020 Actual Rating: 5 stars
Romantic Suspense | Ex Con | Fake Relationship
Devney Perry delivers in yet another romantic suspense novel about family, revenge, and fighting for the truth. This book is precisely layered, breathtakingly romantic, and absolutely GRIPPING! I’m THRILLED with the shocking twist at the end AND at the epilogue which sets us up for the next book. Devney writes amazing romances and I fell hard and fast for her small-town love stories. I didn’t know how her darker novels would fare in comparison to her sweeter novels, but I know now. They are JUST AS GOOD. I am loving the suspenseful aspects of these books and her characters are achingly beautiful. This book shouldn’t be missed! I will recommend reading Gypsy King prior to this one if you haven’t though. Otherwise you may not fully understand the characters and what happened to them.
That being said, I have to admit, the first book FELT like it ended on a cliffhanger (even though it DIDN’T in a romantic sense) because there were so many unanswered questions. It left me feeling a little defeated because I love everything wrapped up in a nice little bow. However, after reading this novel I have to say I am GLAD she left questions unanswered because all my questions from the previous book slowly reveal here with a SHOCKING, AND TWISTED ENDING. How they revealed themselves also felt very authentic. Why? Because this book is truly about FAMILY and fighting for the truth. Without the added bonus of Genevieve and Isaiah’s relationship in the mix it would have felt stunted. So really, it all makes sense and feels RIGHT! Bravo, Devney!
If you’re looking for you’re next 5 star read LOOK NO FURTHER. Devney Perry has it RIGHT HERE. I love her stories and how she weaves her romances through them, and I know MANY readers feel the exact same way! I highly recommend this one!
START THE SERIES TODAY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED PRIOR TO READING THIS ONE
Release Date: July 22, 2019 Genre: Romantic Comedy Actual Rating: 4.5 stars
Lake Redstone by J.D. Hollyfield is a standalone romantic comedy! Oh ma Release Date: July 22, 2019 Genre: Romantic Comedy Actual Rating: 4.5 stars
Lake Redstone by J.D. Hollyfield is a standalone romantic comedy! Oh man did this book make me laugh out loud SO MANY times! There were moments where I had to physically put my iPad down because I was laughing so hard! If you are a fan of romcoms like The Virgin Romance Novelist, The Chocolate Lovers series, and The Wild Ones series by CM Owens this is a must read for you! I promise, you will be giggling the whole way though!
That being said, this book follows the fake relationship trope. Our heroine Casey feels sort of like the 5th wheel in her friendships as her best friends are are happily married. Then to make matters worse what's supposed to be a girls only trip turns into a couple trip. So what does Casey do? She tells a little white lie to her friends and hires someone to be her fake boyfriend for the weekend.
Enter JIM Bob. Or, just JIM. He's nothing like she was expecting- handsome, sweet, and totally into her despite their little lie. And the feeling he brings to her heart? Totally unexpected! But you can't help it when it comes to intense connections and chemistry and these two have it.
Unfortunately, since Jim is starting to develop real feeling for his violent fake GF he wants to tell everyone that their relationship was a farce. Casey is too afraid to admit it though and it just may be the nail in the coffin for them. What's a girl to do? You'll have to read and find out!
If you are looking for a book that will have you laughing uncontrollably for HOURS then this is the book for you! I am continuously impressed with Hollyfield's stories but this may be my favorite one yet! The only reason I knocked it down a half star is because I felt like I needed a tiny bit more in the epilogue. You may agree with me if you read it! ...more
Release Date: June 25, 2019 Genre: Romantic Comedy Actual Rating: 5 stars
The Accidental Girlfriend may just be my favorite Emma Hart book to dat Release Date: June 25, 2019 Genre: Romantic Comedy Actual Rating: 5 stars
The Accidental Girlfriend may just be my favorite Emma Hart book to date! I laughed so hard while reading this one. Emma has a certain flair when it comes to comedies and the things she comes up with a priceless! I can't remember the last time a book made me giggle as much as this one and I really needed it after all the heavy books I have been reading lately. If you are looking for a lighthearted romcom that will have you laughing out loud the whole way through then I recommend The Accidental Girlfriend to you. Emma Hart dazzled me with this one!
The Accidental Girlfriend is not only a hilarious romcom. It's also a book about a fake relationship , family ties, and finding love in the most unexpected ways! At the urging of her friends, Lauren places an ad online to be a fake girlfriend to those in desperate need of one. It's supposed to be only a one time thing to get her friends and family off her back about dating. But for some reason, she can't seem to shake the guy who she casually went out with. Is it because she was able to finally find a man who can take her crazy antics and sense of humor?
Mason doesn't need a date to his reunion but his sister is adamant he take a date anyway. Hence the reason she responds to an ad online for him. You see, he hasn't dated in months because his ex girlfriend was found cheating on him with her boss and she (along with her family) thinks he needs to get back out there. So he decides to do it despite his feelings towards dating in general.
When the two finally meet shit hits the fan and shenanigans ensue! You are not going to wanna miss these two as they navigate "fake dating" and the possibility of it turning to real dating! You will laugh out loud, smile, and fall in love with these two. Emma even sets up the end of this book in a way that gives us a little idea of what her next novel with bring. To say I'm excited would be an understatement- I can't freakin WAIT!
Release Date: June 25, 2019 Genre: Contemporary Romance Actual Rating: 5 stars
Save the Date is the perfect summer read! Readers who enjoy travel, Release Date: June 25, 2019 Genre: Contemporary Romance Actual Rating: 5 stars
Save the Date is the perfect summer read! Readers who enjoy travel, fake relationships, second chance romances, and books that revolve around weddings are not going to want to miss Monica's latest novel! I savored this novel- like a fine macaroon! I read it in one sitting as well. It's a lighthearted read with an excellent cast of characters and an engaging story line. Monica Murphy can write a diverse number of books- romances, young adult thrillers, and YA romances which is why I am always coming back for more! Save the Date falls in the romance category (maybe even chick lit) and has everything it needs: a cute relationship (brother's best friend from middle school, and second chances), character growth (Alex finally realized what LOVE is about), and a little bit of sexy times (not too much, just enough to see that the two were compatible). It's an all around wonderful book.
Caroline and Alex were very sweet together. It was quickly apparent that their feelings for one another never fully went away even though they haven't seen each other since they were kids. Their first meeting at the coffee shop proves this and the spark between them FLEW off the pages. Gosh, I smiled so much. There may have been a few things standing in their way at that time (namely, his fiance Tiffany *gasp*) but the hurdles were overcome (even if a little drama played out). Don't worry! This is NOT a love triangle and there is NO cheating (view spoiler)[unless you count the fact that TIFFANY was having a fling behind Alex's back- hence why they broke up (hide spoiler)]. But there is a bit of drama that needs to be overcome prior to the HEA.
Monica Murphy also adds a bit of a fake relationship trope into this one. Alex needs a woman on his arm in order to secure a deal in Paris for a hotel his family wants to buy and his old pal Caroline is happy to accompany him. Too bad one fashion icon see's through the facade and causes a little trouble of her own... You want to know what happens you will have to read Save the Date to find out!
Overall, I adored this book to pieces! As I mentioned, Monica Murphy can write in just about any genre and still engage all her readers. This is not different with Save the Date and I enthusiastically read this one with a BIG smile on my face. I highly recommend it!
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