☆⋅⋆ ── 5 stars ── ⋅⋆☆
Thank you Netgalley & Florence Fields for granting me access to this book in exchange for an honest review!
Release date: July 23rd 2023
My thoughts:
⤷ I finished this book in a little over 24hrs bc it was THAT good, I couldn’t put it down. I ADORE romcoms and this book gave me all the classic romcom feels: I was constantly kicking my feet while squealing and giggling like a little kid and I loved every single second of it<3
What I liked
➵ All. Of. It. I especially loved their banter, the beginning of their travels when they were getting to know eachother and when Ophelia met Adam’s family🥹
What I didn’t like
➵ The fact that this book isn’t 9282526272738 pages long because I want NEED to read more about Ophelia and Adam
The main characters
⤷ I am obsessed with both Ophelia and Adam, they seem to bring out the best in eachother - I want what they have🥹 Also Gemma and Adam’s siblings >>>>>>>
Read this if you like/tropes in the book
➵ enemies to lovers
➵ forced proximity
➵ one bed
➵ dual pov
➵ slow burn
➵ he falls first & harder
➵ romcoms
Sypnosis
Ophelia Brooks and Adam Abrams are both journalists, but that’s where their similarities seemingly end.
Ophelia writes for a fashion magazine; Adam writes for an outdoors magazine. She loves beautiful gowns and haute couture; he likes puffy coats and Vibram-soled shoes. She’s bubbly and outgoing; he’s broody and composed.
Adam and Ophelia’s paths collide during a disastrous set-up, that leaves behind a ruined Dior dress, two bruised egos, and an unlikely pair on the verge of becoming enemies. Ophelia swears she never wants to lay eyes on Adam again, but fate has other plans when their publishing company faces mass layoffs.
With her life hanging in the balance, Ophelia reluctantly relies on Adam to save her career. She joins him on a week-long work trip in Europe complete with picturesque scenery and adrenaline-rich interviews. Throughout their journey, the two of them find they have more in common than they ever imagined, but every trip must come to an end eventually.
Quotes (SPOILERS!!)
➵ I can tell myself that Ophelia has no effect on me, but I’m undeniably drawn to her, despite how unsettled that makes me and despite what I told Gemma. If she truly is smarter than she is beautiful, like Gemma claims, she must be Marie Curie-level smart.
➵ Adam straightens and his body leans toward mine slightly, as if he’s being drawn by a magnet.
➵ I stay a few steps ahead of Adam so I won’t have to look at him. Despite myself, his intense gaze has a habit of making my cheeks flush.
➵ I roam around aimlessly, looking for anything else to have her try on so I can prolong our time together. I really should focus on my own prep work, but she’s so unique, I’m itching to see what makes her tick.
➵ She pulls the harness up until it hangs loosely above her hips. Then, I get down on one knee in front of her to adjust the fit. “Abrams, I’m flattered, but this all is happening way too soon. We should at least go on a date before you propose.”
➵ She grins playfully. It’s a gorgeous sight.
➵ When we get into the bedroom of our suite, we throw our bags onto the bed at the same moment. My eyes flash to Ophelia and I see the situation click for her right as it’s clicking for me. One bed.
➵ “You drive me crazy. Wholly, wonderfully crazy. And I can’t get enough of it.” I knot my fingers with his. “The feeling is mutual.”
➵ “I’m yours, Ophelia. I think I’ve been yours since the moment we met.”
➵ I don’t think I’ve ever seen her smile so much, and it’s the most beautiful sight. When she smiles, her entire face comes alive. The curve of her lips is like a work of art, begging to be studied and appreciated. Ophelia is the embodiment of sunshine.