A review by bfdbookblog
The Dating Game by Jay Northcote

4.0

this is my first jay northcote read (i'm not sure why) and it was just a really cute story. i liked that there was minimal angst and the writing was really good. both the characters have a decent history with each other and fall into a believable, sweet and loving, albeit quick relationship. their chemistry is hot and sweet at the same time. owen's relationship history leads us to believe he's a bit shallow and the first scene in the bar solidified that. as his relationship develops with nathan we see him for the man he is underneath the facade - a closet romantic that wants nothing more than to please nathan. nathan is a bit pessimistic that owen can change and be a worthy boyfriend. that coupled with his desire to not be just a casual, one-night stand with owen leads to the 'five dates'. during their time together they both grow into relationship stable men. i'm anxious to see how things unfold in book 2.