The Wedding Date Disaster

by Kate R. Mathieson

Gemma thought she had The One, but now her Plus One is making her realise there’s more to life than just ‘good enough’…

Gemma Evans goes from being on the brink of everything she’s ever dreamed of, to the brink of a nervous breakdown when she’s passed over for a promotion and forced to watch her work nemesis, Ben McDonald, become the new Chief Editor at Peacock Press.

To add insult to injury, she’s got to attend a family wedding in Italy and her boyfriend can’t make it. No way is Gemma showing up alone so she asks a friend to help her secure a ‘date’. But Gemma’s blind date turns out to be her worst nightmare…

Ben is the last person Gemma wants to have to rely on but it’s too late to turn back now and as the wedding weekend unfolds, she’s surprised to realise he’s human after all and, dare she say it, a really nice guy? A really nice guy she’s suddenly developing very real feelings for…

What you can expect from Never Too Late…
• Enemies-to-lovers
• Fake dating
• Destination romance
• Workplace
• Family dramas
• Self-awareness

The must-read spicy romance for fans of Book Lovers, The Spanish Love Deception and The Love Hypothesis.

Genres: Romance, Enemies To Lovers, Contemporary Romance, Fake Dating, Contemporary, Rom Com, Fiction

303 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 30, 2025

About the author

Kate discovered she wanted to be a writer at the age of 8, when her love of Nancy Drew novels inspired her to start writing.

In 2009, she took a one-way ticket to Africa, re-wilding herself. Her story would become her breakthrough memoir, Ways to Come Home – a finalist for the 2017 Finch Memoir Prize.

She is currently a writer-in-residence working on her first romantic comedy fiction book, and loving every minute of the juicy details.

A contemporary writer, naturalist and poet, Kate is happiest with the wind on her face and leaves in her hair. She is a cheese lover, whiskey enthusiast and loves walking in the rain, with her one-eyed rescue dog, Maximus.

Reviews

[Fairuz ᥫ᭡. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you SO much to HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter, and NetGalley for the ARC of The Wedding Date Disaster! 🖤 This book was such a FUN and entertaining ride, even though there were a few moments when I just wanted to shake Gemma and tell her to get a backbone! 🤦‍♀️ It releases on January 30, 2025, and trust me, it’s 384 pages of enemies-to-lovers, fake dating goodness that you’ll definitely want to devour.

✨ Tropes & Themes ✨
✧ Enemies to Lovers 💘
✧ Fake Dating 🥰
✧ Destination Romance 💓
✧ Workplace Drama 💖
✧ Family Drama 👀
✧ Self-Awareness 💭
✧ Slow Burn 🔥
✧ Forced Proximity 💞
✧ Swoon-Worthy Hero 😍
✧ Hilarious Banter 😆

Let’s talk about Gemma… ugh, I really needed her to have a little more backbone, y’all! 😩 She let everyone walk all over her, and it was tough to watch. Her family? Horrible. Her boyfriend? Basically a ghost. And then there’s her work nemesis turned fake date... OH BOY. Ben started off as a total jerk (like, WHY was he so rude??), but by the end? I was all about him 💖. The way he stood up for Gemma when she wouldn’t stand up for herself? Swoon-worthy hero material right there! 😍

The chemistry between Gemma and Ben? Chef's kiss—sparks were flying, especially when they were fake dating in Italy 😘. The banter? On POINT. And let’s talk about the anticipation... That kiss? THE KISS. 🔥 Like, I could feel the heat through the pages! But as much as I adored the romance, I do wish the plot focused a bit more on... well, the plot. The whole “Gemma being treated like garbage” thing went on a little too long for my liking, and I was just like, “Girl, stand up for yourself already!” 💪

Still, I couldn’t stop turning the pages. By the end, I was so invested in their love story! And Italy as the backdrop? Yes, please! 😍 The slow burn had me dying—watching Gemma finally realize her worth and take charge was everything... but I wanted that earlier in the book!

If you love enemies-to-lovers, fake dating, family drama, and destination romance (plus adorable banter), this book is a MUST. Get ready for some emotional moments and prepare to fall for Ben hard. 💘

Bottom line: I had an absolute blast reading this, even with a few bumps along the way. A solid 4 stars for this fun, swoony rom-com! 💫

[Anila · Rating 2 out of 5]

Well, this book was a miss for me…

One of my issues with this book is that I didn’t like either of the leads. The FMC Gemma was too judgemental and annoying for my liking and the MMC Ben was rather rude. I did not feel the chemistry between them at all either. It also bothered me that they kissed twice while fake dating. I mean Gemma has a BOYFRIEND. He might not be the most attentive partner but that was still so wrong. There were just a few too many inappropriate moments between them that made me uncomfortable because again Gemma is NOT single.

I also went into this book expecting a fun romantic comedy, but the book was a bit depressing. Gemma’s family treats her like crap. They honestly bully her at times and she just takes it. It was hard to read.
Overall, the book had a lot of tropes I typically enjoy, but the execution could have been better.

***I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review***

[Andrea ☾ [is inconsistently consistant] · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF at 23%

I'm officially giving up on this book. I just realised that Ben is supposed to be the MMC. This horrible, awful, sexist assh*le is not redeemable, I can tell you that one for free.

I tried - I really tried since this is an ARC and I hate not giving a fully informed review, but I truly cannot bring myself to keep reading. Gemma, the FMC, is an absolute doormat and I really hope she finds a backbone at some point in the story... I'm just not going to be there to read it.

[REEMUU · Rating 1 out of 5]

أحسن حاجة في الرواية إنها خلصت

[Sabrina Lindsay · Rating 3 out of 5]

Can a certified people pleaser find confidence and true happiness at an over-the-top destination wedding with her sworn enemy? 💐

3.5 ⭐️ This one was a bit of a conundrum for me, because I’m not a big fan of enemies to lovers when everyone is just downright mean, but I liked it when all was said and done. You have to read well over 60% of the book for our FMC, Gemma, to give a literal single inch to our MMC, Ben, which was way too far into the book in my opinion. I didn’t find Gemma all that likable given she was a total doormat (never my fave) and treated Ben terribly when he was nothing but nice to her. I also think the wedding and nasty stepsister/family were way too front and center for most of the book. The parts between just the MCs without all of the “extra” I really enjoyed, but the overall balance between the two storylines was really off for me. Ben was nice and lovely and taught Gemma valuable lessons, and this would have rated higher for me with more of them and the Italian countryside and less of the family/wedding/stepsister dramatics.

My thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK for a complimentary advance copy of this eBook, out 1/30/2025.

[Megan Wadsworth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Received as an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review

So this book was fine. I liked the premise of it, but the characters really fell flat for me. The FMC is a doormat with a robot boyfriend and the MMC is kind of a jerk disguised as "radically honest". I didn't really understand the chemistry between the two, and no one really grew as a person until the very end when people just started doing complete 180s and it was like whiplash. There are also HP/JKR references in this book, which I didn't love. Overall it was a fine romcom, but it didn't really stand out for me.

[cait.wms.reads · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a cute read! I really enjoyed it being set in the book world, with both main characters loving books! It was also a nice little way for me to relive my own adventures in Italy. The way the author describes the region and the little things about Italy really took me straight back to my own visit!

As for the story, the dynamics of the main character relationship took some getting used to. The main character has a pretty negative self image, which is not the type of character I typically read. Her internal dialogue is a bit chaotic, with her consistently talking down to herself. She eventually grows out of this, but because of it, she thinks the male main character is "out to get her" for a heavy majority of the book, which I thought was unfair. While yes, he does tease her, perhaps a little aggressively, I never felt like what we saw from him was pure malice, despite what the main character would make herself believe. We only see her side of the story through much of the book, but as their ruse continues, there are many points where the reader can tell she is not giving him enough credit and is just stuck in her own head and self sabotaging. These moments especially start happening once we are in scenes with her family and during her illness. He sees far more about her than she ever gives him credit for. All in all, the main character does come around and she has a lot of growth. She finally sees that she has someone in her corner and finds the backbone to stand up to her family for walking all over her. I was really glad to see her finally accept this after reading her negative internal dialogue all book.

The book itself is well written, and the banter between the characters is great, with Ben really having some zingers that made me smile. As mentioned before, the setting of Italy is magical, and I really enjoyed the sub story of the over the top wedding and crazy moments from the wedding weekend!

Thank you to One More Chapter for the e-ARC via NetGalley!

[Maria · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received an advance copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

2.75

This was a quick, fun read, and definitely better-paced than The Spanish Love Deception (which I found way too long). The writing here was enjoyable, and the love story was okay, but a few things held me back from fully loving it.

First, I really wish the FMC had broken up with her boyfriend much earlier—it felt unnecessary to drag that out until nearly the end of the book. Second, the MMC being called “weasel” over and over? Not my favorite. It would have been way more satisfying if she had started calling her family a bunch of weasels —they were definitely deserving of the title!

On the bright side, I adored all the Harry Potter, Jane Austen, and other bookish references scattered throughout the story—those were such a nice touch for book lovers. And the destination wedding setting? Italy! So charming! The main conflict was resolved a bit too quickly for my liking, but hey, we got what we came for: a happy ending.

Overall, this is a lighthearted romance that’s perfect for a weekend escape. Not a favorite, but it had its moments!

[Chiara · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice interesting romcom with Gemma finding herself in need of a fake boyfriend to take to her half-sister's wedding, since her real boyfriend couldn't be bothered to go.

I really like this book because it shows and emphasises Gemma's growth, thanks to Ben, her work archnemesis who's standing in as her boyfriend. She finds out there's a different side to him. He helps her realise that her beahaviour is not leading to her happiness and he pushes her into stepping up for herself.

Thank you NetGalley for the arc, all opinions are my own

[Hailey · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a super cute quick read, it’s like a really great mix of The Hating Game meets The Paradise Problem, I love the growth Gemma has in this book, I really related to her. Thank you so much NetGalley, HarperCollins, and One More Chapter for the eARC!

[Alya · Rating 4 out of 5]

I got intrigued when they said perfect for emhen book lovers cus THATS MY FAVORITE BOOK?! So i spent tremendous time comparing the characters to each other and concluded that they’re the worst version of nora and charlie. I hated it.

Thus, judging only from the first part of the book, it deserves 1 star rating with its insufferable doormat fmc and her misogynistic mmc.

But i guess it was worth it at the end when we get to see both of them experience the characters development together which was quite satisfying.

The ending was rushed to conclude every issue of the story while including some steamy scenes which.. was kinda weird? As if i had to read those two completely different scenes stressfully.


Although it kinda had some sort of cheating trope but i guess people who support ai kinda deserved it.


Overall im happy for them

Edit: should’ve read it slowly cus now im back in a slump

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

A bit too predictable but easy to read and satisfying ending.

[Oana · Rating 3 out of 5]

I came across this one and the comparison with the spanish love deception is what drew me in but i feel like i got lost on the way somehow
And quite honestly i did not like the man character but it was an easy read and think it worth trying it
Thank you so much to the publisher for the arc

[Kirsty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this as an ARC. Loved every minute. Definitely highly recommend!

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Spanish Love Deception crossed with The Hating Game. I really enjoyed this one which included some of my favorite romance tropes; fake-dating, holiday romance, workplace romance and enemies to lovers. This book had it all, laugh-out-loud moments, emotional and heartfelt scenes, two main characters that you can't help but fall in love with and a fun and hilarious scenario. This author was new to me but someone I am looking forward to reading more from.

[SelkieReader · Rating 4 out of 5]

While I really liked this book- I feel like I need to give fair warning that there is a lot of micro/macro bullying, taking advantage of someone and what seems like main character depression/disassociation about it.
Which I didn’t really realizing going in and I want those who read it to know that.
However, it is a great book.
The main character as you can guess goes through some big break throughs, it takes her awhile, she really goes through it.
But she has support from the most unlikely of source.
And in the end is on a path to get everything she has ever wanted and more.

The best part is the author didn’t try to pretty up the ending, not everyone changed for the better. Some didn’t deserve a happy ending and didn’t get it. Honestly. I loved that.
Not everyone is meant to stay in our lives and sometimes even those we love need to be cut off
Growing up is realizing that and following through.

[Shannon Carroll · Rating 3 out of 5]

I can forgive a lot in a book, but referring to a character almost solely by the nickname “Weasel” is a step too far even for me.

How am I supposed to form a positive association with the male lead in a contemporary romance novel when I’m bombarded with his derogatory nickname? Oh, let me just daydream about WEASEL. Oh, WEASEL is such boyfriend material. Oh, if only I was dating WEASEL. Yeah, no, thanks. The name “Weasel” appears more than 250 times in the book; the character’s real name appears less than 150 times. “Weasel surveys the room,” “Weasel says,” “Weasel’s room,” “winks at Weasel.” I forgot the character’s actual name and had to look at the book’s blurb when writing this review to remember it (it’s Ben).

Because I received this book as an ARC and I didn’t think I could weasel my way out of reading it, I persisted… and the book ended up being better than I thought it was going to be. The story gets off to a slow start, is occasionally overwritten, and takes too long to make the MMC likable, but this is a cute-enough romance book. The story eventually found its way — even if that was 200 pages later than it should have been.

The book kicks off with the FMC, Gemma, thinking she’s going to get a promotion… only for it to go to Ben/Weasel. She hates him and doesn’t understand why no one else can see his true colors. Then, Gemma gets a wedding invitation to her (awful) half-sister’s wedding in Italy — which is perfect because she can bring her boyfriend, Adam, along. Alas... he needs to have his ceiling cleaned and can’t come. (I wish I were joking.) Not wanting to go alone, Gemma agrees to be platonically set up with a plus one for the wedding who will pretend to be Adam. And guess who shows up?

Author Kate R. Mathieson has us spend the entire time in Gemma’s head, which isn’t a pretty place to be. She’s full of negative self-talk, doesn’t seem to want anything better for herself, accepts being treated like a doormat, and thinks Ben/Weasel has something nefarious planned for her. I didn’t particularly like Gemma or Ben/Weasel, which made this book hard to get into, although they got better as the story progressed. Ben/Weasel comes across as a class-A jerk (although that’s due, in part, to a miscommunication) who isn’t given much of a personality beyond that until late in the story. And the rest of the characters aren’t much better. Gemma’s boyfriend is a robot who doesn’t care a lick about her and is more interested in his future-planning spreadsheets (and doesn’t seem to care whether Gemma wants that same future). Gemma’s family is full of horrible people who treat her like a servant. And on and on and on.

As much as Gemma’s boyfriend sucks and as much as he encouraged her to find someone to go to the wedding who would pretend to be him, she still wasn’t single as she was falling for her plus one, which… yeah, let’s not do that. (I also could have done without all the Harry Potter references. Let’s grow up, yeah?)

Gemma and Ben/Weasel’s chemistry only showed up in the last third of the book, when their banter finally turned from sounding like snotty kindergartners to a closer approximation of actual human speech. There were a few other times the writing style came across as weird to me — such as Mathieson’s insistence on describing every single article of clothing a character is wearing (even though Gemma says she knows nothing about clothes or fashion). The rest of the book holds together OK, however. The setting — a bridezilla’s Tuscan wedding — is nice and allows for hijinks. The characters eventually grow, the romance has cute moments, and some much-needed family communication happens. The book is easy to read (I finished it in one sitting) — but I’m not sure I’ll remember much about it in a week.

I won’t ever forget Weasel, though, as much as I wish I could.

Thanks to NetGalley and One More Chapter for providing me with an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Holly McRae · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Wedding Date Disaster by Kate Mathieson is the perfect mix of romance, humor, and a bit of drama, with a refreshing twist on the enemies-to-lovers trope. Gemma Evans, the protagonist, is a relatable character, thrown into a whirlwind of emotions after losing a coveted promotion to her workplace nemesis, Ben McDonald. The fact that she has to attend a family wedding in Italy alone, with her blind date turning out to be none other than Ben himself, makes for an explosive combination of tension, awkwardness, and undeniable chemistry.

I absolutely loved watching the dynamic between Gemma and Ben unfold. Initially, it’s hard not to root for Gemma—she’s been wronged, and Ben seems like the last person she'd ever want to rely on. But as the story progresses, you see a deeper side of Ben that is truly heartwarming. He’s not just the office rival anymore, but a genuinely caring person who goes out of his way to support Gemma, both emotionally and practically. His efforts to show her kindness and help her navigate the wedding debacle had me swooning. Ben's sweetness, mixed with his vulnerable moments, made him such an easy character to fall for.

The fake dating aspect of the plot adds so much fun and tension, especially with the beautiful Italian setting that serves as the backdrop for their evolving relationship. The destination romance element really elevates the story—Italy feels like another character in itself, adding warmth and magic to the entire situation. There’s also a perfect blend of workplace drama and family dynamics, which keeps the story grounded while Gemma and Ben’s romance blossoms in unexpected ways.

Gemma’s self-awareness journey throughout the book is also so satisfying. Watching her navigate her emotions, reflect on her choices, and eventually stand up for herself was such a rewarding part of the story. It makes the romantic payoff feel even more fulfilling.

Overall, The Wedding Date Disaster is a delightful read full of heart, humor, and swoon-worthy moments. If you're a fan of enemies-to-lovers, fake dating, and a good dose of romance with a twist of personal growth, this book is definitely for you. Ben will definitely steal your heart, just like he did mine!

[☆Laura☆]

Gemma trabaja en una editorial donde pensaba que recibiría un ascenso, pero al final fue su rival, Ben, quien lo obtuvo. A pesar de sus esfuerzos por ser la mejor y ayudar a todos, nada le sale bien.
Cuando tiene que viajar a Italia para la boda de su hermana, su novio no puede acompañarla por motivos laborales, por lo que le pide a una amiga que le consiga a alguien que se haga pasar por su novio. La persona que acepta ayudarla resulta ser Ben. Durante su estadía en Italia, ambos descubrirán nuevas facetas el uno del otro y cambiarán sus opiniones sobre el otro.

El libro tenía todos los elementos para que me gustara, excepto por dos cosas:
1. La personalidad de Ben. Es de esas personas que le caen bien a todos, pero te preguntas por qué, ya que constantemente critica a los demás con comentarios que disfraza de bromas. Aunque se muestra que también tiene un lado bueno y sus acciones se explican, no fue suficiente para perdonar cómo trató a Gemma.
2. La infidelidad. Durante el 93% del libro, Gemma está de novia con Adam, pero se enamora de Ben y se besan varias veces, sin que a ella le importe engañar a su novio. Puedo entender que no vea la infidelidad como algo grave, dado que proviene de una familia en la que su padre desapareció de un día para otro para irse con su amante, y luego regresó con ella y su bebé como si nada, para quedarse a vivir con Gemma y su mamá. En lugar de echarlos, su madre decidió servirles, y cuando la amante se fue, perdonó al esposo.
Adam no era el mejor novio, pero no se merecía eso.


Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[The Bern Book · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kicking off 2025 with a bang, I've just finished my first five-star read of the year!

I received an advance copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The Wedding Date Disaster by Kate R. Mathieson is a laugh out loud romantic comedy that follows Gemma, a pathological people-pleaser who’s always felt like the outcast of her family. Born in the UK but now living in Australia, Gemma works as an editor for a major publishing company and is on the verge of securing a big promotion. Enter Ben, the charming new guy who becomes her arch-nemesis and swoops in and takes the coveted Chief Editor role. As if that wasn’t bad enough, Gemma’s sister is getting married in Italy, her dream destination, but her boyfriend couldn’t care less about going. To avoid facing her family alone and looking like a failure, Gemma enlists the help of a friend to find a fake boyfriend for the wedding. Enter Ben, who secretly volunteers for the role, and Gemma has no choice but to present him as her real boyfriend, Adam.

There’s nothing I love more than a fake dating, enemies-to-lovers story, and The Wedding Date Disaster hit every note perfectly. From the witty banter to the electric chemistry between Gemma and Ben, I was giggling and kicking my feet throughout. I absolutely adored their journey from rivalry to romance, and the pacing was spot-on. Often in these kinds of books, the enemies dynamic fizzles out too quickly, or the fake dating aspect feels rushed, but this book took its time to develop both, making the story feel authentic and satisfying.

I couldn’t put this one down! Ben and Gemma’s evolving relationship had me eagerly flying through the pages, rooting for them every step of the way. The book balances humor, heart, and the occasional swoon-worthy moment with ease. I would highly recommend this to anyone who loves a feel-good rom-com with plenty of tension, sweet moments, and a dash of hilarity. This one is definitely going on my must recommend list!

[Connie N. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thanks to NetGalley for a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Mathieson is a new-to-me author that I'll be keeping an eye on. She writes well and easily, and I enjoyed the light-hearted story and the clever banter among the characters. Gemma is a character that was easy to relate to--she tries to be nice to everyone and take care of everything, usually losing herself in the process. She's good at her job, but she's taken advantage of because of her willingness to help everyone out. When she needs a hand with a personal situation, she finds help in a totally unexpected place. She and Ben are enemies at the office, but he is an excellent faux-boyfriend/plus one at a family wedding, and we all found ourselves warming up to him (including Gemma, despite her misgivings). The bride's antics are way over the top (as are the family dynamics), but it's all in fun and makes the story even more hilarious.

[Janae McGinnis · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really wanted to love this book, but it ended up being a bit of a struggle for me. The main female character, Gemma, held onto a massive grudge against the male lead, Ben, which made it hard for me to connect with her. While I totally understood her reasons for feeling the way she did, it felt like that resentment dragged on without any real development. As the story progressed, it became challenging to warm up to Gemma.

In the beginning, I was completely on her side; Ben definitely had his irritating moments. But as their journey unfolded, he started to reveal more layers to his personality, while Gemma felt a bit one-dimensional in comparison. I could empathize with her tough family dynamics and the weight they placed on her, but she seemed so overly sensitive to every little thing Ben did. This ongoing conflict turned what could have been a spark-filled romance into a drawn-out slow burn that left me wanting more.

[Lyndi (mibookobsession) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a new author to me and the writing is lighthearted and fun. Ben and Gemma are total opposites with Gemma being a pushover people pleaser and Ben being almost brutally honest. I could see the reason for her overly nice personality with her horrible family, but from the start of their trip, she shows her true self to Ben. Their banter was really hilarious. I was a bit worried at the beginning of the story with the office dynamics that it was too similar to another book I've read, but it soon changed after they arrived in Italy. I'll be looking for other books by this author!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Britt K · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a light, easy-to-read rom-com. It includes familiar tropes like colleagues-to-lovers, a fake boyfriend, a bridezilla’s destination wedding, a quirky family, and a slow-burn romance. While it may not stand out, it’s an enjoyable and entertaining read.

Thank you to NetGalley and One More Chapter for the eARC of this book.

[Teal Griffin · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC REVIEW

I had such a great time with this book. The tropes are silly and the book needs a TON more editing, but the FMC/MMC dynamic is really fun and I liked it a lot. Even though I often found myself rolling my eyes, I also giggled. This book is far from perfect, but if you just go into it expecting to have a good time, a good time is what you’ll have.

[Kate Cedras · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun and entertaining. Had me laughing, crying, and loving the story throughout.

Absolutely loved and enjoyed it more than I expected and fell in love with the MFC, Gemma.

Worthy of a recommendation- a fun read to get you out of a slump!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this arc in exchange for my honest review!

[Lochi's Library · Rating 3 out of 5]

I came across this book on NetGalley and was instantly hooked by the premise. Take me to Italy to escape the wintery season!

This was a quick and easy read. Gemma's emotional turmoil is palpable in the first half of the book. However, I do feel like the final third of the book was a bit flat and storylines were sort of out of control. At times, the payoffs and emotional beats felt unpolished and rushed. Which resulted in character arcs feeling out of place. I really wanted the setting of Italy to thrive and it didn't really pop in this book. Ben and Gemma's journey could've been set up better so I'm giving this 3 stars.

Thank you HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter, and NetGalley for the arc!

[·˚ ༘ ꒱ | Irene · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.75 stars RTC

[Yaya · Rating 3 out of 5]

Seems weird to hire a fake boyfriend for your sister’s wedding when you have a real boyfriend who just can’t make it.

The characters are in their thirties in this book but it read very YA.

[Ariana · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5⭐️

Who doesn't love great banter, an enemies to lovers and some good pining?!