As rival showbiz journalists, they are always out to get one-up on each other – whether being the first to scoop the latest celebrity gossip, or sabotaging a potential lead.
So when their bosses ask them to join forces and go undercover at an exclusive celebrity retreat, they can’t think of anything worse – except that they are going to need to pretend to be in couples therapy to blend in…
Being on a tropical island for work would be most people’s idea of heaven, but for Lara and Sonny it’s hell. Can a week of sun, sea and uncovering showbiz secrets together chip away at Lara and Sonny’s rivalry? And once they get home and the fake relationship is over, could a real one be left in its place?
Imogen Kaplan may be a runaway bride, but she’s determined to take her “honeymoon” at a luxury wilderness resort, even if she is surrounded by annoyingly mushy couples. No husband. No happily-ever-after. Just trees, bugs, and one very grouchy, mouthwateringly fit, and—let’s just admit it—unfairly gorgeous guide who’s shown up to take her fishing at Nope O’Clock in the morning…
Easton Reeves is pretty sure that Hell looks a lot like Honeymoon Week. It’s over-the-top romantic crap as far as the eye can see—everything a guy who’s been dumped at the altar wants to avoid. And now he’s supposed to teach this cute, smart-mouthed little city pixie how to fly fish? I’ll be lucky to escape without a hook in my ear.
Now it’s like fate keeps throwing them—the two people least interested in romance—together at a resort that’s all about the love. Sparks are not supposed to happen, let alone the temptation to kiss each other senseless. But it’s one thing to get hooked on sizzling chemistry…and quite another to turn a sexy little fling into real life.
Published Date: 12 June 2023
My Review
Easton Reeves has sworn off romance ever since he was abandoned at the altar by his high school love. Juggling roles as a sheriff, search and rescue worker, and fly fishing instructor, he aspires to run a tackle store and lead fly fishing trips full time. Everything changes when he meets Imogen Kaplan while providing a fly fishing lesson. Intended to be on her honeymoon, Imogen called off her wedding a month prior. However, having already booked the “Honeymoon Package,” she decides to experience it solo. When their paths cross, Easton immediately feels she’s going to be a handful. As Imogen realizes she’s the only single person among couples, she strikes a deal with Easton: he pretends to be her spouse during the events, and in exchange, she’ll be his plus-one at his ex-fiancée’s wedding. Both Imogen and Easton, entertaining characters with trust issues, enjoy challenging each other. Though neither seeks love or commitment, destiny might have other ideas. Their evolving relationship and playful banter are a delight to witness.
I enjoyed this light-hearted read, especially the lively exchanges between Imogen and Easton. Easton, with his endearing grumpiness, was a treat. We learn about Imogen’s background in fragments, which sometimes made it hard to connect with her. The story’s pacing seemed uneven at times. Nonetheless, it was an entertaining read overall. I particularly liked Easton’s close-knit group of friends and their unwavering support for one another.
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