woah immediately need to read all her other books

Well, this one was kind of a letdown for me.
I had high expectations of loving this book, since I’ve heard multiple people rave about how good of a book it is.

Honestly, I might have find this book more relatable if I were a middle-aged  woman like the main character in the book is. (I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with that just that it wasn’t for me). I did not really like her or the guy. They were just okay. I felt that their relationship went from 0 to 100 very fast. I didn’t feel the chemistry or connection between them. When she said she was his girlfriend I was like, “Did I skip a chapter or something?”, like when did this happen??

The miscommunication in this was comical. I really didn’t expect most of the second half of this book to be about some big dumb miscommunication. I didn’t even care what the reason was anymore. I was just so upset the book was over by the time they finally revealed “the reason why” 🙄 If only they communicated like adults they could have realized what was going on and all that heartache and misery could have been avoided.

At least I wished it wouldn’t have focused so much on them being apart not talking, and more on them being together and learning more about their relationship. 

Overall, it was a very quick read and I was honestly curious to continue it. There were some good parts that I enjoyed in the writing but I wouldn’t really recommend it. 

Got through two chapters, I can't do it. This has high reviews, but I agree w/the person saying "is this the same book as the rest of you have??". 

Nora I get, she's just gone through a divorce, and really only wants to write and make meatloaf and get her kids from school. 

Leo. Leo needs whole man disposal services. In two chapters he steals alcohol from Nora AT LEAST four times. Maybe he gets more personality later, but "actor who steals alcohol from a broke divorcee...and also breaks into her kitchen unwelcomed at least once" does NOT make me want to root for this man. Which isn't great for a romance novel. Trash, trash him. 

Am I a hater-turned-sucker for a Hollywood romance???

Nora Hamilton is a screen writer for The Romance Channel, delivering those cheesy romance movies with its Happily Ever Afters. When a movie script based around her marriage and subsequent divorce gets optioned for the big screen, Nora plays host to a whole production team on her property as filming takes place. After filming ends, the movie's leading man Leo, offers Nora $1,000 per night to stay in her tea house for a week. Strapped for cash and thinking about her family, Nora agrees to Leo’s proposition. Will Nora’s close proximity and flirty banter with a Hollywood heatthrob lead to something more??? 

This quote broke a my heart a little bit. I think many people will be able to relate to this line specifically. It can be easy to lose ourselves in the midst of a relationship, but watching Nora grow and shine anew on her journey was beautiful. Her strength as a mother was inspiring. Leo’s relationship with Nora’s children was literally the cutest. I am an absolute höe for a story that features a strong bond between one's partner & their children. It really does something for me 🥵😮‍💨 

I absolutely adored this book! Monaghan writes a beautiful novel with a sweet romance. The relationship and banter is something I truly enjoyed watching blossom on page.

This story left me feeling hopeful and smiling. I can definitely see myself rereading this when I need a fast paced pick me up that is for sure!!

PICK THIS UP IF YOU:
-love a forced proximity romance
-need a quick/fast paced read
-want some banter between the mmc+fmc
-adore strong familial bonds
-enjoy the Hollywood romance trope