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Mr. Right Now by Isla Olsen

missjackieoh's review

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5.0

This sequel in the Suits and Sevens series was definitely hot, hot, hot. Following Sullivan and Andrew through their HEA was an absolute treat! This has a sexual awakening, cute forced proximity, a way too nosy family, and a very cozy love story. What more can you want?

Though they do briefly mention a small portion of the plot in book 1, this can absolutely be read as a standalone. I do recommend reading book 1 though because it is also amazing...and while you're at it read all of her other books as well!

Can't wait to see what Isla does next!

I received this eARC for free from gayromancereviews.com in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are entirely my own.

smjwilliams2004's review

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4.0

When a fake weekend date for a wedding becomes all too real.

Sullivan is a billionaire who has a tendency to speak with his wallet. After all, this premise has served him well so far. Breaking up with his ex named Andrew, he needs a wedding date and enlists some help. Paying for a wedding date isn't any different - or is it?

Drew - similar name, completely different guy - is a business owner and is in need of cash for repairs. Sullivan's offer comes at the right time to be his wedding date. But what happens when he begins to envision himself as so much more?

Romance is in the air. Sullivan and Drew can't ignore the inevitable. Both are from very different social circles and socioeconomic statuses. Thankfully, that did not stop them from finally achieving their mutual goal, one another's hearts.

**I received this ARC via Gay Romance Reviews for my honest feedback.**

relasaurus_reads's review against another edition

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funny fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

jrv45's review against another edition

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challenging emotional hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

elfflame's review against another edition

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emotional tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

jozey23's review

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4.0

Fake straight boyfriend

What he expect: Paying a straight fake boyfriend to pretend to be the Sally's boyfriend for his sister wedding. (All that because he didnt tell his family they broke up)
What he get: straight guy developing confusing though on his sexuality and decided to explore together.
How it finish: HEA.
Included: Gay awakening. Brother's friend. Billionaire and hard worker. Drama's ex.

emilylovesbooks94's review

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4.0

Sully and Drew weren't my favorite fake-boyfriends-turned-real, but their story was still a fun read. I think what threw me off the most was how casually Drew accepted his attraction to Sully. I know it's a bit of a stereotype for the assumed straight guy to have a big emotional crisis over liking a man, but I was expecting at least a little more confusion and self-reflection. I can appreciate the way his laid-back attitude resulted in tons of deliciously steamy moments, but it made him feel less real as a character to me. I'm torn, because on the one hand I really did like the way Sully and Drew complemented each other, but I also feel like their relationship moved unnaturally quickly, to the point where it was difficult to believe. I wish I'd gotten to see all the off-page moments where they shared their pasts and got to know each other, because I think it would have made me feel more connected to them. Putting that aside, I enjoyed the romance-centered storyline and the way Sully and Drew managed to soar past most of the obstacles in their path. As all couples do at some point, the two of them did take some time apart to evaluate if the relationship made sense for each of them, but not even those moments were particularly angsty and drawn out. All in all, this sweet, steamy story was an entertaining read, but not something I'll revisit again.

**I voluntarily read an ARC of this book. This review expresses my honest thoughts and opinions.

luciecamille's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.25

serenity81's review

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funny hopeful 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? Yes

4.0

bee_thebibliophile's review

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4.0

I love a good fake boyfriend story and a good gay awakening story and Mr. Right Now was a great combination of both tropes.

Sullivan is a confident, successful man who has a penchant for choosing the wrong guy. After breaking up with his last boyfriend, he has to find a date for his sister’s wedding to take his place. Enter Drew, Sullivan’s brother’s roommate who just so happens to have the same name as Sullivan’s ex. But he’s straight. Drew is a business owner and a mechanic who is a little less than confident in his own skin and is intimidated by Sully’s wealth. While at the wedding, their fake relationship starts to feel a lot less fake and brings them together in a way neither of them expected.

Sully and Drew together were on fire - their chemistry was so hot and the steam was turned up high. I loved how patient, understanding and caring Sully was with Drew at each new step in their relationship. There could have been a lot of uncertainty and uncomfortable moments for Drew, but Sully helped to make everything feel natural. I really liked reading how they interacted with each other and how sweet they were to each other. They genuinely enjoyed each other’s company and seeing how they relaxed when they were together was so perfect.

So much of this story was feel-good and fluffy that the miscommunications and things that tore them apart felt a little too fabricated. I don’t think this book needed something to force them apart for them to realize they still belonged together.

I’ve really enjoyed the first two books in this Suits & Sevens series and can’t wait to see who is going to fall in love next - all of the side characters on the rugby team are so interesting so I’m sure their stories will pull me in. Looking forward to the next one...fingers crossed for Deacon!