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Madi doesn’t have time to date. Oliver has all the time in the world.
When wedding photographer Madi is challenged to find herself ten dates in three months, she turns to her older brother’s three best friends to be her stand-ins. It helps her win the challenge without having to deal with the stress of dating. What could go wrong?
Oliver hasn’t had much to do since selling his company, and helping Madi has given his life meaning again. But when she asks him to pose as her boyfriend—more than just a date here and there—he suddenly finds himself questioning his feelings toward the girl he always saw as a little sister. Feelings that would get him murdered by his best friend.
No one sees the real Oliver the way Madi does, and Madi has never been as comfortable around anyone as she is with Oliver. With the fake part of their relationship feeling less and less fake, they both have to decide if they’re brave enough to take that first step toward something real. Is a chance at love worth risking a lifetime of friendship?
When wedding photographer Madi is challenged to find herself ten dates in three months, she turns to her older brother’s three best friends to be her stand-ins. It helps her win the challenge without having to deal with the stress of dating. What could go wrong?
Oliver hasn’t had much to do since selling his company, and helping Madi has given his life meaning again. But when she asks him to pose as her boyfriend—more than just a date here and there—he suddenly finds himself questioning his feelings toward the girl he always saw as a little sister. Feelings that would get him murdered by his best friend.
No one sees the real Oliver the way Madi does, and Madi has never been as comfortable around anyone as she is with Oliver. With the fake part of their relationship feeling less and less fake, they both have to decide if they’re brave enough to take that first step toward something real. Is a chance at love worth risking a lifetime of friendship?
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February 15, 2025
I’m going to try not to gush, but seriously, I just found a new favourite rom-com author! 😍 (Thanks, Drew and Anna!)
This book is just so utterly sweet, cute, and adorable I can’t even!
I adore Madi. She’s shy, talented, sweet, thoughtful. And she and Oliver together are just *chefs kiss*!
AGH, the Wonder Boys are just perfection! I laughed so much, and I absolutely need the rest of their stories ASAP! My heart is a melted puddle. 💛
Also, Dana has written characters with bonds I would love to meet, hang out with, and be friends with in real life!
Perfect if you love: faking dating, brother’s best friend, STELLAR friendship dynamics, big brother protectiveness, and a wedding photography angle!
This book is just so utterly sweet, cute, and adorable I can’t even!
I adore Madi. She’s shy, talented, sweet, thoughtful. And she and Oliver together are just *chefs kiss*!
AGH, the Wonder Boys are just perfection! I laughed so much, and I absolutely need the rest of their stories ASAP! My heart is a melted puddle. 💛
Also, Dana has written characters with bonds I would love to meet, hang out with, and be friends with in real life!
Perfect if you love: faking dating, brother’s best friend, STELLAR friendship dynamics, big brother protectiveness, and a wedding photography angle!
June 11, 2022
Bets and boys…what could go wrong😂
I love any and every book written by Dana LeCheminant!! If you haven’t been reading her books, pick up any one of them and you’ll love it!!
This is a great brothers best friends/friends to more trope that is masterfully written!! While Madi and Oliver steal the show I can’t wait to see what’s next for The Wonder Boys!!!
There were so many sweet moments in this book that you could really feel the connections between each character.
Ahhh, this one is so good friends!! Highly recommend!!
Thanks to the author for the copy. All thoughts in this review are my own.
I love any and every book written by Dana LeCheminant!! If you haven’t been reading her books, pick up any one of them and you’ll love it!!
This is a great brothers best friends/friends to more trope that is masterfully written!! While Madi and Oliver steal the show I can’t wait to see what’s next for The Wonder Boys!!!
There were so many sweet moments in this book that you could really feel the connections between each character.
Ahhh, this one is so good friends!! Highly recommend!!
Thanks to the author for the copy. All thoughts in this review are my own.
March 22, 2023
This book. Oh my word this books so so stinkin’ adorable. I found myself grinning like an idiot just THINKING about Madi and Oliver and honestly that says a lot about a book for me.
I loved the Wonder Boys and their love for each other and their adoptive little sis. I can’t wait to read their stories (especially Kit as I want to know more about him!) and just AGH I have a new favorite romcom author 😂
Five out of five! Jumping into Ben’s story next! 💛
I loved the Wonder Boys and their love for each other and their adoptive little sis. I can’t wait to read their stories (especially Kit as I want to know more about him!) and just AGH I have a new favorite romcom author 😂
Five out of five! Jumping into Ben’s story next! 💛
July 12, 2022
I adored Love on Camera! Loved the Wonder Boys and Madi! After finishing this book, I have major book hangover. It’s going to be hard to wait for the next book in this new series. Such a darling romance with all the feels. The author expertly combines three romance tropes in one: fake relationship, brother’s best friend/best friend’s little sister, and friends to lovers. I loved the humor, swoony clean romance, and especially the relationships between all the characters.
Madi is a wedding photographer who’s too busy for dating. When her friend Danny offers her a bet with an amazing career opportunity as the prize, Madi is all in. The bet? She has to go on ten double dates. Danny is nervous around other women and wants Madi there to be his wingman. He also genuinely cares about her and wants her to have some fun. She calls on her brother’s friends dubbed the Wonder Boys to pose as her dates since she really doesn’t have time to meet anyone new. She’s missed these guys who have been like brothers to her and relishes the chance to reconnect with them and of course win the bet. But what happens when her fake dates with Oliver become too real?
Oliver has known Madi since she was four years old. After selling his multimillion dollar company three years ago, he’s sort of drifted, traveling here and there. He hasn’t spent any quality time with his best friends for a while, so when Madi asks a favor of the Wonder Boys, Oliver can’t resist. He’s always had a tender spot for her, but when he starts fake dating her, his feelings begin to change, especially when she asks him to be her fake boyfriend. Will they both risk their longtime friendship for something more?
Madi and Ollie (Oliver) were so cute together. They definitely have amazing chemistry combined with a sweet history. I absolutely loved when they go stargazing, the rain scene, and the tiara scene. There were some great laugh out loud moments involving bowling, weights, and a singles BBQ. The other Wonder Boys including Madi’s brother Kit also completely won me over. I can’t wait for Ben, Cam, and Kit’s stories.
Though it’s a romcom, there’s a lot of depth and tenderness. The relationships make it so enjoyable and not just the romantic relationships. These five are truly the best of friends and really there for each other. I am so excited to read Ben’s story! Highly recommend to romcom and contemporary romance fans! I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author and also purchased my own copy. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.
Madi is a wedding photographer who’s too busy for dating. When her friend Danny offers her a bet with an amazing career opportunity as the prize, Madi is all in. The bet? She has to go on ten double dates. Danny is nervous around other women and wants Madi there to be his wingman. He also genuinely cares about her and wants her to have some fun. She calls on her brother’s friends dubbed the Wonder Boys to pose as her dates since she really doesn’t have time to meet anyone new. She’s missed these guys who have been like brothers to her and relishes the chance to reconnect with them and of course win the bet. But what happens when her fake dates with Oliver become too real?
Oliver has known Madi since she was four years old. After selling his multimillion dollar company three years ago, he’s sort of drifted, traveling here and there. He hasn’t spent any quality time with his best friends for a while, so when Madi asks a favor of the Wonder Boys, Oliver can’t resist. He’s always had a tender spot for her, but when he starts fake dating her, his feelings begin to change, especially when she asks him to be her fake boyfriend. Will they both risk their longtime friendship for something more?
Madi and Ollie (Oliver) were so cute together. They definitely have amazing chemistry combined with a sweet history. I absolutely loved when they go stargazing, the rain scene, and the tiara scene. There were some great laugh out loud moments involving bowling, weights, and a singles BBQ. The other Wonder Boys including Madi’s brother Kit also completely won me over. I can’t wait for Ben, Cam, and Kit’s stories.
Though it’s a romcom, there’s a lot of depth and tenderness. The relationships make it so enjoyable and not just the romantic relationships. These five are truly the best of friends and really there for each other. I am so excited to read Ben’s story! Highly recommend to romcom and contemporary romance fans! I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author and also purchased my own copy. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.
January 2, 2026
Love on Camera by Dana LeCheminant is a sweet, contemporary romance about Madi, a wedding photographer who hates dating yet agrees to a challenge to go on ten dates in three months, leading her to enlist her older brother’s group of close friends, the “Wonder Boys,” as stand‑in dates and ultimately sparking unexpected feelings with one of them, Oliver, the friend she’s known almost her whole life. It’s a friends‑to‑lovers, fake‑dating story with a warm focus on friendship, belonging and the courage it takes to risk what’s familiar for something deeper.
From the very beginning I felt wrapped up in how comfortably Madi and Oliver know each other, like characters I could imagine laughing with over coffee or lighting up in a backyard gathering; that sense of long‑standing connection gave their slow burn a lovely texture and made me feel genuinely invested in every step they took toward honesty about their feelings.
What resonated with me most was how the book blended lighthearted, playful moments with honest introspection: the banter about photography, the clumsy way their “dates” start feeling less staged, and the shared history that makes Oliver’s growing attraction feel tender rather than rushed. While the premise leans on familiar romance tropes (friends to more, fake dating, brother’s best friend), I found the emotional sincerity and the strong group dynamic of characters around them gave the story a grounded, warm energy that kept me smiling.
There were times I wished for a bit more background on the whole Wonder Boys group and their ties to Madi, but overall the rhythm and tone felt cozy and uplifting. I’m giving Love on Camera 4 out of 5 stars because it made me laugh, feel hopeful about love that grows from friendship, and close the book with a contented heart.
From the very beginning I felt wrapped up in how comfortably Madi and Oliver know each other, like characters I could imagine laughing with over coffee or lighting up in a backyard gathering; that sense of long‑standing connection gave their slow burn a lovely texture and made me feel genuinely invested in every step they took toward honesty about their feelings.
What resonated with me most was how the book blended lighthearted, playful moments with honest introspection: the banter about photography, the clumsy way their “dates” start feeling less staged, and the shared history that makes Oliver’s growing attraction feel tender rather than rushed. While the premise leans on familiar romance tropes (friends to more, fake dating, brother’s best friend), I found the emotional sincerity and the strong group dynamic of characters around them gave the story a grounded, warm energy that kept me smiling.
There were times I wished for a bit more background on the whole Wonder Boys group and their ties to Madi, but overall the rhythm and tone felt cozy and uplifting. I’m giving Love on Camera 4 out of 5 stars because it made me laugh, feel hopeful about love that grows from friendship, and close the book with a contented heart.
August 31, 2022
4.5 ⭐️
Listen. This was just pure sunshine in book form!
It was also super addictive. Thank started this way too late one night and ended up staying up the whole night reading! I haven’t done that in a while. But, I just couldn’t stop!
This was my first book by Dana, and I’m now so excited to read her other books!
The Wonder Boys were of course the highlight of the book! I loved their dynamic, their brotherhood. And I loved how much they all loved Madi. It was really really sweet.
Oliver of course was the main “Boy” in this book and he was adorable! I related to his struggle with trying to figure out what to do with his life next, if he’s happy, and if he’s been a good enough friend. Those are pretty common anxieties and I liked how honest he was about them.
Madi and Oliver were such a great pair.
Their relationship was such a natural progression and flow from good friends to more. It was very believable! Friends to lovers isn’t usually my most favorite trope but Dana added in so much extra that it felt unique! It was friends to lovers, fake dating, brother’s best friend, forbidden love… It was a beautifully mixed trope milkshake! 🥰
I also LOVED how relatively low drama this book was! Sometimes I absolutely need to read a book like that!
I am SO excited for Ben’s story that’s coming next! He was such a sweetheart! And the sneak peek has me very anxious for his HEA! 😊
If you need a pick me up, a book to binge, a beach read, or whatever, then you have to grab this ASAP!
The Wonder Boys are here to save the day! 😉😂💛
Extra things I loved:
Cam!
Singles BBQ and Tight Shirt Terry 😂
Workout with Cam 🏋️
Bowling with a little dose of jealousy 🤭🎳
Oliver assisting at the wedding
Stargazing 🌌😍
Cooking together 🍝
Kiss in the rain! 🌧 (as I have said, this should be in all books! Lol!)
Confessing to the Boys 😂
The sweetest and dreamiest of endings! 💗
+ Ben and Grocery girl! 🤗
Listen. This was just pure sunshine in book form!
It was also super addictive. Thank started this way too late one night and ended up staying up the whole night reading! I haven’t done that in a while. But, I just couldn’t stop!
This was my first book by Dana, and I’m now so excited to read her other books!
The Wonder Boys were of course the highlight of the book! I loved their dynamic, their brotherhood. And I loved how much they all loved Madi. It was really really sweet.
Oliver of course was the main “Boy” in this book and he was adorable! I related to his struggle with trying to figure out what to do with his life next, if he’s happy, and if he’s been a good enough friend. Those are pretty common anxieties and I liked how honest he was about them.
Madi and Oliver were such a great pair.
Their relationship was such a natural progression and flow from good friends to more. It was very believable! Friends to lovers isn’t usually my most favorite trope but Dana added in so much extra that it felt unique! It was friends to lovers, fake dating, brother’s best friend, forbidden love… It was a beautifully mixed trope milkshake! 🥰
I also LOVED how relatively low drama this book was! Sometimes I absolutely need to read a book like that!
I am SO excited for Ben’s story that’s coming next! He was such a sweetheart! And the sneak peek has me very anxious for his HEA! 😊
If you need a pick me up, a book to binge, a beach read, or whatever, then you have to grab this ASAP!
The Wonder Boys are here to save the day! 😉😂💛
Extra things I loved:
Cam!
Singles BBQ and Tight Shirt Terry 😂
Workout with Cam 🏋️
Bowling with a little dose of jealousy 🤭🎳
Oliver assisting at the wedding
Stargazing 🌌😍
Cooking together 🍝
Kiss in the rain! 🌧 (as I have said, this should be in all books! Lol!)
Confessing to the Boys 😂
The sweetest and dreamiest of endings! 💗
+ Ben and Grocery girl! 🤗
July 16, 2022
This was a low-drama, friends to lovers romance and I was here for every single word. I loved the pull between Oliver and Madi! The longing, you guys. THE LONGING. I was eating it up. It was sweet and tenderly romantic in believable ways and I absolutely recommend it.
I loved all of the Wonder Boys and I’m so excited to get their stories as well.
Thank you to the author for an ARC of this book! The thoughts and opinions in this review are my own.
Content:
No language
No violence
Closed door romance
I loved all of the Wonder Boys and I’m so excited to get their stories as well.
Thank you to the author for an ARC of this book! The thoughts and opinions in this review are my own.
Content:
No language
No violence
Closed door romance
July 7, 2022
I have LOVED everyone of Dana LeCheminant’s books. And it made me so happy to see that she had written a romantic comedy. And she used my favorite fake relationship trope! Happy dance! This book is so great!
I loved Madi. It made me laugh that she could never make up her mind about anything, down to cake and ice cream flavors. I’m kind of the same way. She is a great wedding photographer. That leads to a bet with Danny, the wedding planner. He’ll pay her to take new pictures for his website, if she’ll double with him on ten dates. Madi wants the job, but doesn’t have time for the dates. So she enlists her good friends, the Wonder Boys, to help her out.
I loved the Wonder Boys. Each of these guys has been friends with Madi and her brother, Kit, for a really long time. And they all have each other’s backs. I loved the friendship between all of them. And the way these guys were willing to help Madi with anything she needed.
I loved that Oliver and Madi had been friends for so long. It both seemed a little awkward and completely natural when they started dating. Awkward if they were around Kit or the other guys, because they both were feeling way more than fake feelings for each other. Everything about their love story was so great!
I loved this one and I can’t wait for more of this series!
I was sent an e-copy of Love on Camera as a gift from the author. All opinions are my own.
I loved Madi. It made me laugh that she could never make up her mind about anything, down to cake and ice cream flavors. I’m kind of the same way. She is a great wedding photographer. That leads to a bet with Danny, the wedding planner. He’ll pay her to take new pictures for his website, if she’ll double with him on ten dates. Madi wants the job, but doesn’t have time for the dates. So she enlists her good friends, the Wonder Boys, to help her out.
I loved the Wonder Boys. Each of these guys has been friends with Madi and her brother, Kit, for a really long time. And they all have each other’s backs. I loved the friendship between all of them. And the way these guys were willing to help Madi with anything she needed.
I loved that Oliver and Madi had been friends for so long. It both seemed a little awkward and completely natural when they started dating. Awkward if they were around Kit or the other guys, because they both were feeling way more than fake feelings for each other. Everything about their love story was so great!
I loved this one and I can’t wait for more of this series!
I was sent an e-copy of Love on Camera as a gift from the author. All opinions are my own.
November 18, 2022
I have loved all of this author's previous books but I simply adored Love on Camera!! Oh my heart! This best friends' sister/friends to lovers/fake dating story was THE best! I didn't want to stop reading Oliver and Madi's story.
Madi and Oliver have known each other since they were kids and they're very comfortable around each other so it wasn't a big deal to fake date Madi to help her win a bet. That is until their feelings became real. *swoon* While teenagers, the boys made a pact that none of them would date Madi, so it made for some awkward moments when Oliver and Madi tried to act natural in front of Madi's brother Kit. I especially liked that Oliver and Madi's relationship didn't have drama--it flowed from their friendship.
I loved the friendship between all of them--I felt they were more like family to each other, than just friends. Those are my favorite types of friendships. I liked how Madi helped Oliver figure out what the next step in his life should be and how Oliver helped Madi at the wedding--doing whatever she needed. The singles mingle BBQ was hilarious--Tight Shirt Terry. IYKYK (LOL).
Dana LeCheminant was already and auto-read author for me and I'm so happy she decided to write a romcom and I can't wait to read all about the other Wonder Boys--I want more of their backstory.
Madi and Oliver have known each other since they were kids and they're very comfortable around each other so it wasn't a big deal to fake date Madi to help her win a bet. That is until their feelings became real. *swoon* While teenagers, the boys made a pact that none of them would date Madi, so it made for some awkward moments when Oliver and Madi tried to act natural in front of Madi's brother Kit. I especially liked that Oliver and Madi's relationship didn't have drama--it flowed from their friendship.
I loved the friendship between all of them--I felt they were more like family to each other, than just friends. Those are my favorite types of friendships. I liked how Madi helped Oliver figure out what the next step in his life should be and how Oliver helped Madi at the wedding--doing whatever she needed. The singles mingle BBQ was hilarious--Tight Shirt Terry. IYKYK (LOL).
Dana LeCheminant was already and auto-read author for me and I'm so happy she decided to write a romcom and I can't wait to read all about the other Wonder Boys--I want more of their backstory.
July 21, 2022
Love on Camera a super cute romance with a combination of brother's best friend/fake dating/friends to lovers!
When Madi takes a bet to go on 10 double dates, she turns to her brother's friends for help. Ollie agrees to go on a date or two to help her out but the situation quickly escalates and before he knows it, he is now Madi's fake boyfriend.
Soo much slow-burn chemistry and tension between the Ollie and Madi and they are so sweet together! Lots of memorable scenes though I think the stargazing is my favorite. Sigh. I would have loved to get a little more history on the Wonder Boys and why their friendship is in its current state, but I have a feeling we will be getting more of that in future books in the series...so excited for the rest of the books!
Dana is an auto-read, auto-buy author for me because I know I am going to love her books before I even start reading. This is a light, fun read that I will definitely be picking up again! 4.5 stars
I received a complimentary copy of the book but a positive review was not required.
When Madi takes a bet to go on 10 double dates, she turns to her brother's friends for help. Ollie agrees to go on a date or two to help her out but the situation quickly escalates and before he knows it, he is now Madi's fake boyfriend.
Soo much slow-burn chemistry and tension between the Ollie and Madi and they are so sweet together! Lots of memorable scenes though I think the stargazing is my favorite. Sigh. I would have loved to get a little more history on the Wonder Boys and why their friendship is in its current state, but I have a feeling we will be getting more of that in future books in the series...so excited for the rest of the books!
Dana is an auto-read, auto-buy author for me because I know I am going to love her books before I even start reading. This is a light, fun read that I will definitely be picking up again! 4.5 stars
I received a complimentary copy of the book but a positive review was not required.
June 20, 2023
This book is so cute, sweet, low drama and feel-good romance. Madie and Oliver have been friends since she was four years old, and she is also Oliver's Best friend's little sister, Madie was always off-limits to date her brother's friends until she suddenly needed Oliver to fake date. But what happens when her fake dates with Oliver become too real? lots of heart-heartwarming moments-funny scenes. That first kiss under the stars and the ending were really swoony.-fantastic group of friends- sweet older brother's best friend romcom!
July 18, 2023
Thank you to the author for a gifted audiobook.
THIS WAS CUTE.
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This was my first book by this author and I enjoyed it! I definitely want to try some more in this series.
As this was an audiobook I do have a few thoughts on narration: I loved the female narrator except for when she was actually voicing Madi. It came off like she was much younger (almost teen like) and it took me a long time to get used to it. The male narrator did a great job on their end though.
I thought Oliver and Madi were reallll cute together. I liked the slow burn friends to lovers and seeing the inner conflicts on both sides. Oliver works through a lot of loneliness and understanding his worth while Madi is finding her own footing too. There’s some sweet fake dating moments and I liked how the third act was handled.
A sweet story and a quick read to make you smile.
Overall audience notes:
- Contemporary Romance
- Language: none
- Romance: kisses
- Trigger/Content Warnings: workaholic parents
THIS WAS CUTE.
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This was my first book by this author and I enjoyed it! I definitely want to try some more in this series.
As this was an audiobook I do have a few thoughts on narration: I loved the female narrator except for when she was actually voicing Madi. It came off like she was much younger (almost teen like) and it took me a long time to get used to it. The male narrator did a great job on their end though.
I thought Oliver and Madi were reallll cute together. I liked the slow burn friends to lovers and seeing the inner conflicts on both sides. Oliver works through a lot of loneliness and understanding his worth while Madi is finding her own footing too. There’s some sweet fake dating moments and I liked how the third act was handled.
A sweet story and a quick read to make you smile.
Overall audience notes:
- Contemporary Romance
- Language: none
- Romance: kisses
- Trigger/Content Warnings: workaholic parents
July 8, 2022
A friends to lovers, brother’s best friend, all in one kind of story and let me tell you I am here for all of it. I LOVE this first book in the Wonder Boys series.
You are going to want to read Madi and Oliver’s story. I have read a lot of friends to lovers lately and this is my favorite yet. Madi and Oliver’s relationship is everything you could want in a book. They have years of friendship- from a very young age, they have heart to heart conversations about life, they push each other, support each other. It’s all there and Dana LeCheminant does a fantastic job writing their story.
This was my first book from this author and I loved it! On top of a great couple you have wonderful characters that fill their lives, especially the Wonder Boys. I love this world of characters LeCheminant has created. These guys are fun, sibling pushy, individuals who’s stories I cannot wait to read! They are going to be good. Definitely pick up the first Wonder Boys book today and enjoy this fun and heartwarming read!
*I received a complimentary copy from the publishers, publicists, and/or authors. A review was not required and all opinions are my own.
You are going to want to read Madi and Oliver’s story. I have read a lot of friends to lovers lately and this is my favorite yet. Madi and Oliver’s relationship is everything you could want in a book. They have years of friendship- from a very young age, they have heart to heart conversations about life, they push each other, support each other. It’s all there and Dana LeCheminant does a fantastic job writing their story.
This was my first book from this author and I loved it! On top of a great couple you have wonderful characters that fill their lives, especially the Wonder Boys. I love this world of characters LeCheminant has created. These guys are fun, sibling pushy, individuals who’s stories I cannot wait to read! They are going to be good. Definitely pick up the first Wonder Boys book today and enjoy this fun and heartwarming read!
*I received a complimentary copy from the publishers, publicists, and/or authors. A review was not required and all opinions are my own.
January 24, 2023
3.5 stars.
“He was like red velvet cake. She’d thought for years she didn’t like it, no matter how pretty it looked, but as soon as she had a taste of the subtle chocolate flavor, she realized she’d been missing out all along and couldn’t get enough of it.”
- brothers best friend
- Friends to lovers
This one had really good potential and really good bones. I loved the premise. There’s 4 guy friends- Kit, Cam, Ben, and Oliver. They are the “wonder boys” according to Kit’s little sister, Madi. They all grew up being friends and now they are all grown up. As an adult, Madi finds herself in a predicament and needs dates for a bet- so she turns to the wonder boys (her brother excluded, obviously) to be her dates for the 10 events she has over the summer.
This book is book 1 in a series- and each book will be about each boy in the group. I love this idea. LOVE.
With this one- I had a hard time understanding Madi’s dynamic with her kind of coworker, Danny. I was confused on their friendship and on the bet that was made. I’m not sure if I missed something or what, but I couldn’t put my finger on Madi’s motivation for taking the bet. Another thing that was tough for me was how fast everything moved at the end. I just felt like all the loose ends needed more time to tie up in a more realistic way.
With that said- I really enjoyed the read and thought it was so cute. I can’t wait to read the next one.
“He was like red velvet cake. She’d thought for years she didn’t like it, no matter how pretty it looked, but as soon as she had a taste of the subtle chocolate flavor, she realized she’d been missing out all along and couldn’t get enough of it.”
- brothers best friend
- Friends to lovers
This one had really good potential and really good bones. I loved the premise. There’s 4 guy friends- Kit, Cam, Ben, and Oliver. They are the “wonder boys” according to Kit’s little sister, Madi. They all grew up being friends and now they are all grown up. As an adult, Madi finds herself in a predicament and needs dates for a bet- so she turns to the wonder boys (her brother excluded, obviously) to be her dates for the 10 events she has over the summer.
This book is book 1 in a series- and each book will be about each boy in the group. I love this idea. LOVE.
With this one- I had a hard time understanding Madi’s dynamic with her kind of coworker, Danny. I was confused on their friendship and on the bet that was made. I’m not sure if I missed something or what, but I couldn’t put my finger on Madi’s motivation for taking the bet. Another thing that was tough for me was how fast everything moved at the end. I just felt like all the loose ends needed more time to tie up in a more realistic way.
With that said- I really enjoyed the read and thought it was so cute. I can’t wait to read the next one.
July 12, 2022
Cute, cute, cute, cute. This book is honestly just so cute (and so is the cover!! 😍). Author Dana LeCheminant really nailed this friends to lovers story between Oliver and Madi who have known each other since they were little. Both Oliver and Madi are gentle people who keep feelings and difficulties close to themselves. They aren't loud or showy, but steady and wicked good at what they do. I really loved them both- separately and together, as friends and then as more. My heart was seriously chanting all the hopeful things, "risk it! Do it! Kiss her!" You get the idea. 😉
I think one of my favorite scenes was when Oliver was running in a park and saw Madi doing a photoshoot. He watches her and then gets caught so he pretends to be stretching. He was trying to play it so cool. It played out in my head like a scene in a movie.
Good news! This is the first book in a new series. We are introduced to the Wonder Boys in this book and man, their stories are going to be fun! I can't wait to read them!
This book is on KU if you have that.
Content: kissing
- I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
I think one of my favorite scenes was when Oliver was running in a park and saw Madi doing a photoshoot. He watches her and then gets caught so he pretends to be stretching. He was trying to play it so cool. It played out in my head like a scene in a movie.
Good news! This is the first book in a new series. We are introduced to the Wonder Boys in this book and man, their stories are going to be fun! I can't wait to read them!
This book is on KU if you have that.
Content: kissing
- I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
May 24, 2023
I'm seriously IN LOVE with the Wonder Boys! Kit, Oliver, Cam, and Ben took Kit's younger sister, Madi, under their wings years ago and now when she's in need of some dates for a bet, they're there for her.
I'm a total sucker for an older brother's best friend trope. In fact, I used to wish I had an older brother just for this reason. Although Oliver and Madi have known each other for most of their lives, when the magic hits, it hits, and it hits hard.
I love the world and characters that LeCheminant has created with this series. There is just the right touch of humor and the perfect amount of swoon. I loved diving right into getting to know this awesome group of friends and the double dates were the best.
Even though this whirlwind romance was full of chemistry and some deception, it was a wonderful escape and I'm exciting to read the other "boys" stories.
Content: mild romance
*I received a complimentary audio version. All thoughts and opinions are my own and were voluntarily given.*
I'm a total sucker for an older brother's best friend trope. In fact, I used to wish I had an older brother just for this reason. Although Oliver and Madi have known each other for most of their lives, when the magic hits, it hits, and it hits hard.
I love the world and characters that LeCheminant has created with this series. There is just the right touch of humor and the perfect amount of swoon. I loved diving right into getting to know this awesome group of friends and the double dates were the best.
Even though this whirlwind romance was full of chemistry and some deception, it was a wonderful escape and I'm exciting to read the other "boys" stories.
Content: mild romance
*I received a complimentary audio version. All thoughts and opinions are my own and were voluntarily given.*
July 19, 2022
This was such a fun read! I loved the wonder boys and the dynamics they brought. Can’t wait to get all their stories. Loved the childhood friends to lovers trope. It was really well done with the fake dating. Felt like it took a little long to get to them realizing their feelings then wrapped up quick but it was such a cute story and I loved the end! Super fun clean romance read.
August 27, 2022
This is my first from Ms. LeCheminant, even though my sister has read all of her books and loved them! I decided to start with the most recent and loved it! I love the Wonder Boys, their friendship is adorable and I love all the history. This one was super cute, from the romance, to the sibling relationship, to the basically brothers that the Wonder Boys are. So excited for the next book!
June 7, 2022
Wow! This was another amazing book! Love on Camera is the first book in Dana LeCheminant’s new series, The Wonder Boys and I am blown away. I was so excited for this new series especially because it was a rom-com series and it did not disappoint. The characters were so fun and I am already excited for the next books.
Madi was a sweetheart; she was just so thoughtful and kind. And that is probably how she finds herself challenged to find 10 dates in three months. She never expected to actually fall in love, but when she enlists the help of her brother’s friends, The Wonder Boys, she finds more than she expected.
It was cute to read about Madi interacting with the boys and falling in love with Oliver. He was her brother’s best friend, but he was also one of her closest friends too. I loved their interactions and how they really knew each other. Madi was able to see Oliver even when his best friends didn’t and he helped her relax.
Oliver was such a nice guy. He appeared to be a bit lazy at first, but he actually worked hard. I really liked Oliver and I felt for him as he struggled to find himself. He was looking for a purpose and he was a bit lost. It was sweet to read about him coming alive with Madi. She helped him be his best self and she listened to what was going on with him.
Oliver and Madi were perfect together. I liked how they were friends first and then they fell in love. They were comfortable with each other and were able to connect. I also liked how it wasn’t angsty but instead easy to read. They started off as just fake dating but it slowly grew to more especially as they got to reconnect.
The side characters were a lot of fun and I liked how LeCheminant started to expand upon the boys’ friendships. The Wonder Boys were definitely a lot of fun and I can’t wait to read more about them.
Love on Camera is a must read! I can not gush about it more! I read it so quickly and it left me wanting more. I am excited to see how all of the Wonder Boys will find love. Love on Camera was a perfect blend of funny and series, with wonderful characters. Love on Camera is a clean romantic comedy.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.
Madi was a sweetheart; she was just so thoughtful and kind. And that is probably how she finds herself challenged to find 10 dates in three months. She never expected to actually fall in love, but when she enlists the help of her brother’s friends, The Wonder Boys, she finds more than she expected.
It was cute to read about Madi interacting with the boys and falling in love with Oliver. He was her brother’s best friend, but he was also one of her closest friends too. I loved their interactions and how they really knew each other. Madi was able to see Oliver even when his best friends didn’t and he helped her relax.
Oliver was such a nice guy. He appeared to be a bit lazy at first, but he actually worked hard. I really liked Oliver and I felt for him as he struggled to find himself. He was looking for a purpose and he was a bit lost. It was sweet to read about him coming alive with Madi. She helped him be his best self and she listened to what was going on with him.
Oliver and Madi were perfect together. I liked how they were friends first and then they fell in love. They were comfortable with each other and were able to connect. I also liked how it wasn’t angsty but instead easy to read. They started off as just fake dating but it slowly grew to more especially as they got to reconnect.
The side characters were a lot of fun and I liked how LeCheminant started to expand upon the boys’ friendships. The Wonder Boys were definitely a lot of fun and I can’t wait to read more about them.
Love on Camera is a must read! I can not gush about it more! I read it so quickly and it left me wanting more. I am excited to see how all of the Wonder Boys will find love. Love on Camera was a perfect blend of funny and series, with wonderful characters. Love on Camera is a clean romantic comedy.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.
June 20, 2022
There are so many things that I adored about this book. It's a sweet, romantic comedy with lots of heart. I loved the dynamics between all the characters and how they have this deep and rich history with each other.
The Wonder Boys and their care for Madi is just the sweetest thing ever! I love how they all rallied around her and spent their teenage years and beyond protecting her.
Madi and Oliver were just so sweet. I loved the fresh twist on the brother's best friend/friends-to-more trope! Usually, you have one of the characters being secretly in love with the other one for years. But, Dana did a great job of showing how their friendship evolved over the years until they both realize they want more.
This was almost a five-star read, but the ending, while super sweet, felt a little too rushed. Otherwise, this book is a sweet, clean, and fun read! I can't wait for the rest of the Wonder Boys!
The Wonder Boys and their care for Madi is just the sweetest thing ever! I love how they all rallied around her and spent their teenage years and beyond protecting her.
Madi and Oliver were just so sweet. I loved the fresh twist on the brother's best friend/friends-to-more trope! Usually, you have one of the characters being secretly in love with the other one for years. But, Dana did a great job of showing how their friendship evolved over the years until they both realize they want more.
This was almost a five-star read, but the ending, while super sweet, felt a little too rushed. Otherwise, this book is a sweet, clean, and fun read! I can't wait for the rest of the Wonder Boys!
July 7, 2022
Thank you to Dana LeCheminant for a gifted e-ARC. All thoughts are my own.
What I loved:
- the chemistry between Madi & Oliver, kissing under the stars, in the rain *sigh*
- how Madi truly saw Oliver. Even when his best friends or even his family could not.
- a few laugh out loud moments
- The Wonder Boys! I can't wait to read all of their stories
What I didn't like:
- the first half was a little sluggish
- all the lying that Madi and the boys did for their fake dates
- repetitive monologues
3.5 stars
Romance: kisses
TW: workaholic, disapproving parents
What I loved:
- the chemistry between Madi & Oliver, kissing under the stars, in the rain *sigh*
- how Madi truly saw Oliver. Even when his best friends or even his family could not.
- a few laugh out loud moments
- The Wonder Boys! I can't wait to read all of their stories
What I didn't like:
- the first half was a little sluggish
- all the lying that Madi and the boys did for their fake dates
- repetitive monologues
3.5 stars
Romance: kisses
TW: workaholic, disapproving parents
July 16, 2022
"An ache settled in Oliver's chest as he thought about the million and a half possible futures he might have missed out on because he'd been too blind to see what was right in front of him."
When Madi accepts a bet from her friend, Danny, she is on the hook for 10 double dates. She doesn't have time right now to try to find these dates, so she decides to fake date the guys she has grown up with, The Wonder Boys. As she dates them, she begins to see one of them, Oliver, in a new light. The more "dates" they go on, the more her awareness of who he is and what he means to her grows. Is there any way that Oliver could have feelings for her too? And, what will the rest of the Wonder Boys, including her brother, think if they find out the truth?
I loved this book with my whole heart. This is a perfect friends to more love story! It was so wonderful. I actually found myself with happy tears at the end of this book. Madi and Oliver are two delightful characters. Madi is talented and caring. Oliver is super smart and so sweet. The romance in this story was so well written as well as the character's journeys. I loved getting to know the Wonder Boys, and can't wait for the next installment in this series. You will not regret picking up this amazing book!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
When Madi accepts a bet from her friend, Danny, she is on the hook for 10 double dates. She doesn't have time right now to try to find these dates, so she decides to fake date the guys she has grown up with, The Wonder Boys. As she dates them, she begins to see one of them, Oliver, in a new light. The more "dates" they go on, the more her awareness of who he is and what he means to her grows. Is there any way that Oliver could have feelings for her too? And, what will the rest of the Wonder Boys, including her brother, think if they find out the truth?
I loved this book with my whole heart. This is a perfect friends to more love story! It was so wonderful. I actually found myself with happy tears at the end of this book. Madi and Oliver are two delightful characters. Madi is talented and caring. Oliver is super smart and so sweet. The romance in this story was so well written as well as the character's journeys. I loved getting to know the Wonder Boys, and can't wait for the next installment in this series. You will not regret picking up this amazing book!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
June 14, 2022
This book was absolutely adorable!! I’m pretty much in love with the Wonder Boys now. Dana has a lot of contemporary romances out there in addition to a historical Robin Hood retelling….but I think Rom-Coms might be her calling. I loved it! Madi and Oliver are so sweet and their relationship is believable, over the span of the book.
Sweet friends, funny scenes, bits that made me giggle, there’s so much to this story and I can’t wait to dive into the series!
If you’re looking for a fun series to get hooked on, this is it. Who doesn’t love a series that revolves around a handsome group of guys who have been friends for a long time?
One of my favorite quotes:
“The last twelve weeks had been the longest of his life. Whoever said all good things came to those who waited, well, they hadn’t known the agony of waiting for someone like.”
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
Sweet friends, funny scenes, bits that made me giggle, there’s so much to this story and I can’t wait to dive into the series!
If you’re looking for a fun series to get hooked on, this is it. Who doesn’t love a series that revolves around a handsome group of guys who have been friends for a long time?
One of my favorite quotes:
“The last twelve weeks had been the longest of his life. Whoever said all good things came to those who waited, well, they hadn’t known the agony of waiting for someone like.”
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
July 16, 2022
This book was so cute 😍
I love the brothers best friend trope so much, I saw that mentioned in this book and I immediately bought it 😂
When I first started this book, I thought there might be a love triangle but there isn’t and I’m very glad about that!
Madi is such a relatable character, I really felt her and her inability to make decisions quickly. That’s me all the time.
I really enjoyed the friendship between the guys and seeing glimpses of Cam, Kit, and Ben make me really excited to learn more about them as this series continues.
I love Oliver.
The scene of him helping her at the wedding was the best!
The editing program! 🥹🥹
I loved the ending. Super cute, quick and fun read. Perfect book for a break between heavier books. Great for fans of Sarah Adams. I think of you liked The Cheat Sheet and the banter then this book than you will really enjoy this adorable contemporary romance!
I love the brothers best friend trope so much, I saw that mentioned in this book and I immediately bought it 😂
When I first started this book, I thought there might be a love triangle but there isn’t and I’m very glad about that!
Madi is such a relatable character, I really felt her and her inability to make decisions quickly. That’s me all the time.
I really enjoyed the friendship between the guys and seeing glimpses of Cam, Kit, and Ben make me really excited to learn more about them as this series continues.
I love Oliver.
The scene of him helping her at the wedding was the best!
The editing program! 🥹🥹
I loved the ending. Super cute, quick and fun read. Perfect book for a break between heavier books. Great for fans of Sarah Adams. I think of you liked The Cheat Sheet and the banter then this book than you will really enjoy this adorable contemporary romance!
July 18, 2022
Love on Camera is my first read by Dana LeCheminant, I was sold when I saw this adorable cover going around on bookstagram and read the blurb. I read it the same day it released, and it was all I hoped it would be and more! This is one of the sweetest friends to lovers books that I have read in a long time. There’s some fake dating thrown in to spur things along, the whole brother’s best friend thing to deal with, and it is a slow realization of feelings on both MC’s parts—full of tension and fun—done so well.
Things I Loved:
-The Wonder Boys
-Knuckle kisses
-Hugs (seriously, some of the best written hugs—swoon!)
-“It felt like coming home.”
-Stars 🌟
-The camera 📷
-Broken foot incident 😂
-So many almost kisses (funny & fire chemistry)
-Kissing in the rain 🌧
-An absolutely adorable, heartwarming HEA ♥️
I love Madi and Oliver together so much, and I can’t wait to read each of The Wonder Boys’ stories. I love that this is a great group of guy friends—friends who have become family. It is such a unique twist and is so, so good.
Things I Loved:
-The Wonder Boys
-Knuckle kisses
-Hugs (seriously, some of the best written hugs—swoon!)
-“It felt like coming home.”
-Stars 🌟
-The camera 📷
-Broken foot incident 😂
-So many almost kisses (funny & fire chemistry)
-Kissing in the rain 🌧
-An absolutely adorable, heartwarming HEA ♥️
I love Madi and Oliver together so much, and I can’t wait to read each of The Wonder Boys’ stories. I love that this is a great group of guy friends—friends who have become family. It is such a unique twist and is so, so good.
February 27, 2023
DNF'd at 35%
First of all I want to say that I enjoy a good friends to lovers romance, it can be very cute but unfortunately I had so many issues with this one…
I honestly didn’t liked the concept of the book that much, there’s a group of boys who grew up together called themselves “Wonder Boys” and one of the boys sister Madi. A friend of Madi’s bets her to go on 10 dates during the summer since he thinks she’s lonely and sad. Obviously she doesn’t want to date so she convinces these guys (who they literally calls her they adopted sister!) to go on dates with her.
I found it really hard to pass the fact that they are so close to her as brothers and probably she’s going to fall in love with one of them, but there was no chemistry between them, I literally felt like they’re siblings which was a weird feeling when I’m reading a romance book for sure.
I unfortunately was really disappointed by this book because it looked like a cute, fun read and this wasn’t that for me…
First of all I want to say that I enjoy a good friends to lovers romance, it can be very cute but unfortunately I had so many issues with this one…
I honestly didn’t liked the concept of the book that much, there’s a group of boys who grew up together called themselves “Wonder Boys” and one of the boys sister Madi. A friend of Madi’s bets her to go on 10 dates during the summer since he thinks she’s lonely and sad. Obviously she doesn’t want to date so she convinces these guys (who they literally calls her they adopted sister!) to go on dates with her.
I found it really hard to pass the fact that they are so close to her as brothers and probably she’s going to fall in love with one of them, but there was no chemistry between them, I literally felt like they’re siblings which was a weird feeling when I’m reading a romance book for sure.
I unfortunately was really disappointed by this book because it looked like a cute, fun read and this wasn’t that for me…
March 27, 2024
Love on Camera is my first book by Dana LeCheminant, but it won't be my last.
Mari Bee and Jon Brattin did an awesome job with the narration. This is the first book I have read where both narrators read throughout the story. Normally the girl would do one chapter and the guy the next, but they were both in the conversations. It took the story to another level!
Read for:
📷childhood friend
📷brother's best friend
📷fake dating
📷pineapple and ham pizza
📷the sweetest love story
📷reconciliation
📷no third act break-up
📷wonderful characters
📷witty banter
📷low drama
I was so sad to see this book end. I was also super sad to see that the next book is not in audio (at least through my library) so I am not immediately able to start listening to it. At least the next books have been written so I don't have to wait for them to come out!
Mari Bee and Jon Brattin did an awesome job with the narration. This is the first book I have read where both narrators read throughout the story. Normally the girl would do one chapter and the guy the next, but they were both in the conversations. It took the story to another level!
Read for:
📷childhood friend
📷brother's best friend
📷fake dating
📷pineapple and ham pizza
📷the sweetest love story
📷reconciliation
📷no third act break-up
📷wonderful characters
📷witty banter
📷low drama
I was so sad to see this book end. I was also super sad to see that the next book is not in audio (at least through my library) so I am not immediately able to start listening to it. At least the next books have been written so I don't have to wait for them to come out!
July 15, 2022
Book review: Love On Camera by Dana LeCheminant
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I received an eARC. All opinions are my own.
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Have you ever finished a book and wished you could go back in time to read it for the first time again? That’s how I felt about this book. Friends to lovers and best friend’s brother/ sister are my favorite tropes. Add in fake dating and this book was perfect! Oliver and Madi were so perfect for each other! I loved reading how they navigated their situation and discovered their love. Danny was a great side character and I enjoyed how he fit into the story. All of the Wonder Boys are perfect! I absolutely adored Ben because he is so shy but it’s hard to pick a favorite of the 4. I’m so excited to read whatever is next!
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My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Content: clean
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I received an eARC. All opinions are my own.
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Have you ever finished a book and wished you could go back in time to read it for the first time again? That’s how I felt about this book. Friends to lovers and best friend’s brother/ sister are my favorite tropes. Add in fake dating and this book was perfect! Oliver and Madi were so perfect for each other! I loved reading how they navigated their situation and discovered their love. Danny was a great side character and I enjoyed how he fit into the story. All of the Wonder Boys are perfect! I absolutely adored Ben because he is so shy but it’s hard to pick a favorite of the 4. I’m so excited to read whatever is next!
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My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Content: clean
July 23, 2023
Okay friends. These Wonder Boys have been all over bookstagram and I finally did it. I finally read Love on Camera. Why in the world haven't I read these books until now?! This book was adorable.
Madi and Oliver are seriously the cutest. Their story was the perfect blend of childhood friends to lovers, brother's best friend, and fake dating. All of those put together definitely made for a great time. I love other and how they complimented each other. They brought out the best in each other, which was awesome.
Kit, Ben, and Cam were also awesome. I cannot wait to read their stories too!
Moral of the story here, friends, is don't be like me and keep this book on your TBR list for forever. Read it. Love it. Thank me later. This is the way.
Madi and Oliver are seriously the cutest. Their story was the perfect blend of childhood friends to lovers, brother's best friend, and fake dating. All of those put together definitely made for a great time. I love other and how they complimented each other. They brought out the best in each other, which was awesome.
Kit, Ben, and Cam were also awesome. I cannot wait to read their stories too!
Moral of the story here, friends, is don't be like me and keep this book on your TBR list for forever. Read it. Love it. Thank me later. This is the way.
May 13, 2024
4.5- Not my favorite of this authors. Her books move along nicely. Always up for a good fake relationship troupe. Depth to the characters. The love the wonder boys and Madi have for each other is amazing. Loved that Lit loved and worried about his sister but felt like it was too much. Need to let her spread her wings and then be a soft place to land if she needs. Everyone needs friends like that. Look forward to reading more in this series.
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