A review by abercrombie1986
Love ad Lib by Evie Alexander

funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I read a lot of thrillers, so the author’s rom coms are the perfect break in between all the death and murder.  She writes such great characters and I always laugh out loud at least a couple of times each book.

Henry’s family is rich and very eccentric.  They throw sex parties, and his parents fully participate in these parties and have quite the reputation.  Libby thinks she in love with Lucas and is in debt trying to help his art career.  I don’t want to call this a Pride and Prejudice retelling as it’s been quite a while since I read the original and I am not sure how close it sticks to the plot, but it is definitely inspired by it.  There are so many references and the characters even discuss which screen version is their favorite.  I really liked Henry and Libby and even early on when there were other potential love interests, I was rooting for them.  They are lovable and relatable.  And no matter how closely this story does or doesn’t mirror Pride and Prejudice, Henry and Libby really are the epitome of Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy.

I love fake dating and this is done quite well as Henry hires Libby to play his girlfriend at the out of town weekend activities surrounding his birthday.  What could possibly go wrong as he is surrounded by family and friends?  Of course as Mr. Darcy, Henry is definitely grumpy to Libby’s sunshine personality.  I love how generous Henry is when it comes to anyone he loves.  I am a fan of romances tell the story from both main characters POVs as this one does.  It allows insight to how both characters view each other and the events happening.  And don’t let me forget to mention the reward you get as the characters come to their senses and open their hearts.  Some spicey love scenes that showcases their love for each other and some awesome banter.

This is my fourth or fifth book by the author and I’ve loved every one.  At the time I am writing this, there aren’t any ratings on Amazon that are less than a 4!!!  What are you waiting for?  I see this has a second book coming out in the series this fall.  You need to be ready.