✨ I received this book as an ARC for my honest review✨

Rate: ⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

I'm usually a sucker for fake dating or fake engagement tropes, so when I read the blurb for this book, I was immediately hooked! There were definitely aspects of the book that I found enjoyable, particularly the spicy scenes which were well-executed, and the banter between Liam and Audrey. However, I couldn't help but feel that certain elements needed more fine-tuning. The story had more internal monologue than I was expecting and I believe that took away from some of their story. The jump to Liam and Audrey realizing they loved each other could have been longer and left kind of rushed. However, when they finally came together it was super sweet! Liam is so swoony!

While the romance and chemistry between Liam and Audrey were engaging, I found myself wishing for more depth in their relationship and other areas of the story. For instance, Audrey's family dynamics and Liam's grandmother's health seemed to be brushed over rather than fully explored. I think the book could have benefited from a longer length to properly delve into these aspects and ensure that all the plot points were clear and well-developed. I wish we also got more of a back story between Liam and Audrey as to how they spend time together.

Additionally, the pacing felt a bit off to me. I would have liked more tension and build-up, especially regarding the fake dating aspect of the storyline. It felt like there were missed opportunities to heighten the stakes and emotional conflict, which could have added more depth to the overall storyline.

Nevertheless, I found the book to be a quick and easy read. The spicy scenes were definitely a highlight and kept me engaged throughout.