kenrya's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
chelseacecilia's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
treberry's review
This was the February @indiespines book selection and it brought all of the hot romance vibes!! It was definitely worth being the book of the month for February’s romance theme!
The highlight of the book for me (and I think all of us) - REGGIE!!! Reggie was that dude, the epitome of BDE. The one with a cool, quiet confidence, sexy swagger, and skill to touch you in a way that makes your knees go weak. Sheesh! The seggsss was everything!! And, even more, were the well creative, fun filled dates that Reggie planned out! He was the kinda guy who could walk into any room and win anyone over with his charm and charisma!
I also loved all of the events and activities leading up to the wedding for Mikayla’s mom. They had a lot of family fun, and bonding leading up to the big day and I would’ve loved being apart of it!!
It took me some time to adjust to Mikayla. I’m not sure how she will prioritize Reggie in the longterm since she’s all about her work. I did enjoy the sibling drama that happened throughout, that was so relatable!!
The whole fake dating thing was ok; I’m usually not a fan, but I liked the spin of a real date for each fake date. I felt like Reggie was the one doing all of the giving and Mikayla was just taking with no efforts on her part. Reggie deserved to be treated like THE man because he most definitely was! I just want to tell Reggie::: Come here rude boy, boy, take it take it love me love me 🎶😘
waywardtomes's review
5.0
There are not enough stars. I love this so much. I could go on for hours about my love for this. I can't wait for the rest of the sisters stories and everything else Lady Marie writes. There were so many real relatable moments in this for me. I'm so emotional.
dai2daireader's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
thebookkeepers's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This was a quick and steamy read. I loved the romance between Makayla and Reggie and the whole fake dating trope is a fun one I love to read. I can easily see this story being a cute film adaptation with the family drama and supporting cast being equally as intriguing. The spicy scenes were done so well and kept me swooning. I know some find Makayla annoying at times, but I really loved her and found her character super relatable. I did feel like the love teetered on an insta love, and there were a few cringe moments regarding conversations with Makayla and her Mom, and I craved a few more pre-wedding date scenes. But the sister dynamic was done really well & I’d read more of this author/series!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
montgomerypierce's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sarrie's review
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This was a very fun spicy rom-com with not a ton of angst. I didn't care for the third act breakup but that seems to be the norm for me with contemporary books. I did laugh out loud several times, but ended up skimming a lot of sex scenes so it came out in about the middle for me.
butterflies4b's review
dark
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
xoselenanicole's review
5.0
I shed a few tears. Clutched my pearls at some of Delilahs comments. And fanned myself off while trying not to fall in love. Great read!