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Dating Dr Love
Diagnosis: career chaos...
Doctor Chloe Henry is a no-nonsense surgeon gunning for a promotion. All that stands in her way is her smug colleague, Doctor Johnathan Carson, who’s beloved by the board for his charm and for simply being a man. When a one-week medical conference promises her a chance to shine, Chloe packs her power suits and determination, ready to crush it—or at least avoid strangling Carson.
Take once a day...
Enter Logan Broderick, aka Doctor Dante Love, TV’s hottest (and most medically inaccurate) neurosurgeon-slash-plastic-surgeon. After yet another scandal involving booze, starlets, and bad decisions, Logan’s sent to the same hotel to lay low. But things go awry when Logan and Chloe literally crash into each other—half-naked—in her bathroom. Cue viral chaos.
Prescription: Romance!
To save face, Logan proposes they fake-date. She’s the real doctor to his fake one; he’s the PR boost she didn’t want. But as bickering turns to banter and sparks fly, Chloe wonders: can Dante Love save her?
Doctor Chloe Henry is a no-nonsense surgeon gunning for a promotion. All that stands in her way is her smug colleague, Doctor Johnathan Carson, who’s beloved by the board for his charm and for simply being a man. When a one-week medical conference promises her a chance to shine, Chloe packs her power suits and determination, ready to crush it—or at least avoid strangling Carson.
Take once a day...
Enter Logan Broderick, aka Doctor Dante Love, TV’s hottest (and most medically inaccurate) neurosurgeon-slash-plastic-surgeon. After yet another scandal involving booze, starlets, and bad decisions, Logan’s sent to the same hotel to lay low. But things go awry when Logan and Chloe literally crash into each other—half-naked—in her bathroom. Cue viral chaos.
Prescription: Romance!
To save face, Logan proposes they fake-date. She’s the real doctor to his fake one; he’s the PR boost she didn’t want. But as bickering turns to banter and sparks fly, Chloe wonders: can Dante Love save her?
247 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 16, 2025
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About the author
Rachel Dove
112 books213 followersI am a wife, mother of two boys, avid reader and writer of words. I sometimes sleep, always have eye bags and dream of retiring to a big white house in Cornwall, with 2 shaggy dogs, drinking wine on my seafront balcony whilst creating works of romantic fiction. All done with immaculate make up and floaty dresses.
In the meantime I nearly always remember to brush my hair, seldom have time to look in a mirror and write many, many to-do lists. I write fast paced sexy medical romances for Mills & Boon, and contemporary fiction and romantic comedies for HQ Digital and Boldwood Books. I always have a few books in progress, and am always jotting down new shiny ideas to torment myself with.
Rachel Dove Bursary founder - RNA 2018 - 2020 (stopped due to RNA restructure)
Writers Bureau Writer of the Year - first place 2016
Come say hello on social media! @writerdove
In the meantime I nearly always remember to brush my hair, seldom have time to look in a mirror and write many, many to-do lists. I write fast paced sexy medical romances for Mills & Boon, and contemporary fiction and romantic comedies for HQ Digital and Boldwood Books. I always have a few books in progress, and am always jotting down new shiny ideas to torment myself with.
Rachel Dove Bursary founder - RNA 2018 - 2020 (stopped due to RNA restructure)
Writers Bureau Writer of the Year - first place 2016
Come say hello on social media! @writerdove
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June 15, 2025
The blurb sounded so interesting but unfortunately this was a complete miss for me.
Couldn’t connect to the characters at all. The storyline felt so flimsy and chaotic. I felt no chemistry between the fmc and mmc, their meet cute was also a mess.
ೃ⁀➷ Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC! ♥︎
Couldn’t connect to the characters at all. The storyline felt so flimsy and chaotic. I felt no chemistry between the fmc and mmc, their meet cute was also a mess.
ೃ⁀➷ Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC! ♥︎
August 4, 2025
ARC REVIEW
I really enjoyed this read!! It was a nice lighthearted romance. It gave a Hallmark movie vibe! Readers are able to witness Chloe’s confidence in her career and family life bloom.
I really enjoyed this read!! It was a nice lighthearted romance. It gave a Hallmark movie vibe! Readers are able to witness Chloe’s confidence in her career and family life bloom.
June 14, 2025
I really enjoyed Dating Doctor Love as a light hearted beach read! The meet-cute had me hooked right away. It was charming, funny, and set the tone for a fun, breezy story.
The UK writing style tripped me up a little, especially the grammar and use of single quotation marks for dialogue, which I’m less used to as a U.S. reader. There were also a few moments where the story jumped around a bit, leaving some small gaps in the premise that I wish had been filled in more.
That said, it was still a quick and enjoyable read! perfect if you’re in the mood for something fun, flirty, and not too heavy. Thank you Boldwood Books for the ARC!
The UK writing style tripped me up a little, especially the grammar and use of single quotation marks for dialogue, which I’m less used to as a U.S. reader. There were also a few moments where the story jumped around a bit, leaving some small gaps in the premise that I wish had been filled in more.
That said, it was still a quick and enjoyable read! perfect if you’re in the mood for something fun, flirty, and not too heavy. Thank you Boldwood Books for the ARC!
June 25, 2025
Dating Dr. Love was such a funny, entertaining, and romantic read! I absolutely LOVED the banter that Chloe and Logan had, Chloe really earned that ‘wildcat’ nickname and I was cackling at every interaction.
I also DIED over the first meeting between our MCs in this book. Picture this: Chloe, FMC, at a hotel for a doctor conference, showering (in her assigned hotel room), when suddenly, world famous tv star Logan Broderick strolls in and sees her naked. Obviously, Chloe threatened him within an inch of his life, but then the paps got a photo of her in her towel with Logan… PR nightmare. It was especially a PR nightmare for Logan, who already had his career in potential shambles and reputation askew. So, his manager, Pete, (one of the best side characters) decides fake dating will fix it.
I’ve read a lot of fake dating in my time, but the fake dating between Logan and Chloe was SO GOOD! I lovedddd this slow burn, I was absolutely feral.
Fake dating// doctor FMC // tv star MMC // touch her and die // protective MMC // slow burn // tension and banter
I also DIED over the first meeting between our MCs in this book. Picture this: Chloe, FMC, at a hotel for a doctor conference, showering (in her assigned hotel room), when suddenly, world famous tv star Logan Broderick strolls in and sees her naked. Obviously, Chloe threatened him within an inch of his life, but then the paps got a photo of her in her towel with Logan… PR nightmare. It was especially a PR nightmare for Logan, who already had his career in potential shambles and reputation askew. So, his manager, Pete, (one of the best side characters) decides fake dating will fix it.
I’ve read a lot of fake dating in my time, but the fake dating between Logan and Chloe was SO GOOD! I lovedddd this slow burn, I was absolutely feral.
Fake dating// doctor FMC // tv star MMC // touch her and die // protective MMC // slow burn // tension and banter
July 18, 2025
This was a very quick read. I listened to the audiobook, and even the audiobook thought it was quick, as it missed a chunk of the book, so I had to go back and find where I was. I did think it was strange that I was the end, as we hadn't had much strife. But no, there must have been a ghost!
When I did go back, I realised I hadn't missed much angst. Don't get me wrong,g Wildcats' speech was nice, and did make me tear up, but there wasn't a much longer space between being apart, and for the reader to see them grow individually, so I felt it was a bit rushed.
I did love the first half; however, Logan defended Chloe, aka Wildcat, until the ends of the earth. I mean, who doesn't want a man like that, and they had only just met!! He was a great fake date. From their opening meeting, naked in a shower, you knew it would be fun! I loved their journey together. The way that he helped her see who she was. Not just supporting her, or being the all-important character to boost someone. He enables Chloe to realise she deserved more and better.
It was a cute read, and I read it in one day, but I did enjoy it. There were some comedic moments, paintballing anyone?! And some really loving and tender moments, and that's what I will remember the most. Those touching moments.
When I did go back, I realised I hadn't missed much angst. Don't get me wrong,g Wildcats' speech was nice, and did make me tear up, but there wasn't a much longer space between being apart, and for the reader to see them grow individually, so I felt it was a bit rushed.
I did love the first half; however, Logan defended Chloe, aka Wildcat, until the ends of the earth. I mean, who doesn't want a man like that, and they had only just met!! He was a great fake date. From their opening meeting, naked in a shower, you knew it would be fun! I loved their journey together. The way that he helped her see who she was. Not just supporting her, or being the all-important character to boost someone. He enables Chloe to realise she deserved more and better.
It was a cute read, and I read it in one day, but I did enjoy it. There were some comedic moments, paintballing anyone?! And some really loving and tender moments, and that's what I will remember the most. Those touching moments.
July 18, 2025
Dating Dr. Love was such a fun and cute romcom—I had the best time reading it in one sitting! While I usually prefer first-person POV, the third-person narration here was easy to follow and really worked for the story.
Fake dating stories can be tricky to pull off, especially within a short timeframe, but the chemistry between Chloe and Logan came through right away. Their “meet-cute” was chaotic in the best way, and while I was initially skeptical about some possible plot holes, Rachel managed to surprise me and keep things on track.
What I loved most was how deeply Chloe and Logan supported each other. They truly saw one another, offered the kind of encouragement neither of them was used to, and helped each other grow—both together and individually. Their banter and heart-to-hearts were equally hilarious and wholesome. I enjoyed every moment they were together.
The third act even got me a little teary-eyed (in a good way!), and I really appreciated how the resolution was handled. And of course… the cat totally stole the show!!
Thank you to Netgalley and Rachel and team for the ARC!
Fake dating stories can be tricky to pull off, especially within a short timeframe, but the chemistry between Chloe and Logan came through right away. Their “meet-cute” was chaotic in the best way, and while I was initially skeptical about some possible plot holes, Rachel managed to surprise me and keep things on track.
What I loved most was how deeply Chloe and Logan supported each other. They truly saw one another, offered the kind of encouragement neither of them was used to, and helped each other grow—both together and individually. Their banter and heart-to-hearts were equally hilarious and wholesome. I enjoyed every moment they were together.
The third act even got me a little teary-eyed (in a good way!), and I really appreciated how the resolution was handled. And of course… the cat totally stole the show!!
Thank you to Netgalley and Rachel and team for the ARC!
July 9, 2025
Chloe Henry is a high achieving surgeon determined to get a promotion at an upcoming medical conference, but her path is blocked by a colleague Doctor jonathan Carson, whose charm outshines her in the eyes of the board. Enter Logan Broderick, aka "Doctor Dante Love'" a hollywood famous actor with a reputation for wild behaviour. When a scandal lands him at the same conference venue, fate intervenes. Chloe and logan collide, triggering viral chaos.
July 22, 2025
3.5 stars
This was a cute, light read. The way the couple met was cute. The writing is engaging and I finished reading this quickly because it was a book that I wanted to keep reading. The ending is predictable but I still enjoyed seeing how it would unfold.
The spice level is very low. Implied but no graphic descriptions or scenes.
I’m not a big romance reader but I enjoyed this as a change of pace from other things I’ve been reading.
This was a cute, light read. The way the couple met was cute. The writing is engaging and I finished reading this quickly because it was a book that I wanted to keep reading. The ending is predictable but I still enjoyed seeing how it would unfold.
The spice level is very low. Implied but no graphic descriptions or scenes.
I’m not a big romance reader but I enjoyed this as a change of pace from other things I’ve been reading.
July 19, 2025
Dating Dr. Love by Rachel Dove has been such a fun read. I would recommend it to fans of Bridget Jones, for the British humour, and medical shows, for anyone who ever had a crush on a swoonworthy TV doctor. Myself, I'm partial to Robert Chase from House, so he's the face of the MMC for me. And let me tell you, that image changed things for me. 🥵
But first thing's first: I loved the premise, a fake-dating situation between a real doctor and an actor playing a TV doctor, to avoid a media frenzy that would ruin both their careers after a chance encounter and a paparazzi camera pointed their way. Add to that: she's obsessed with his TV show and has a celebrity crush on him. But will she give him the satisfaction? Oh no, she'll keep him on his toes. The banter in this one was amazing, I was eating it up. And the way he calls her "wildcat". I was screaming and kicking my feet at all the scenes between them.
Fake-dating is one of my favourite tropes and here it's done so right. The transition between fake relationship to real feelings and pining was executed perfectly. Oh the pining! Girls, if you want your men down bad, this is it. Logan Freaking Broderick, the man that you are. 💕💕💕 He is one of my new favourite book boyfriends, I can tell you that. He is super protective and caring, he just wanted someone to give all his love to. I can tell you, he pulls all the right moves and he had me swooning...like, for real swooning, out loud. 🤭🤭
I also loved Dr. Chloe Henry, our FMC. She is very relatable, in that she talks to herself, feels awkward, prefers the date of her cat in the couch, with pizza and a TV show than to go out. But she is also incredibly fierce, hardworking and determined. She can stand her ground when she needs to and I found her incredibly inspiring for that. And oh, to live the fantasy of having the attention of your celebrity crush. She handles it as all of us would - panic, on top of stomach butterflies, with sprinkles of anxiety and the overwhelming dread that no one else would ever compare to HIM.
This book deserves way more hype and I encourage you all to pick this up. It's everything a romance should be - funny, exciting, based on real feelings and challenges that make it not be so straightforward, but overall just incredibly fun and, did I mention, swoonworthy. 😍😍😍 Pick this up immediately!
Thank you Boldwood Books for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
But first thing's first: I loved the premise, a fake-dating situation between a real doctor and an actor playing a TV doctor, to avoid a media frenzy that would ruin both their careers after a chance encounter and a paparazzi camera pointed their way. Add to that: she's obsessed with his TV show and has a celebrity crush on him. But will she give him the satisfaction? Oh no, she'll keep him on his toes. The banter in this one was amazing, I was eating it up. And the way he calls her "wildcat". I was screaming and kicking my feet at all the scenes between them.
Fake-dating is one of my favourite tropes and here it's done so right. The transition between fake relationship to real feelings and pining was executed perfectly. Oh the pining! Girls, if you want your men down bad, this is it. Logan Freaking Broderick, the man that you are. 💕💕💕 He is one of my new favourite book boyfriends, I can tell you that. He is super protective and caring, he just wanted someone to give all his love to. I can tell you, he pulls all the right moves and he had me swooning...like, for real swooning, out loud. 🤭🤭
I also loved Dr. Chloe Henry, our FMC. She is very relatable, in that she talks to herself, feels awkward, prefers the date of her cat in the couch, with pizza and a TV show than to go out. But she is also incredibly fierce, hardworking and determined. She can stand her ground when she needs to and I found her incredibly inspiring for that. And oh, to live the fantasy of having the attention of your celebrity crush. She handles it as all of us would - panic, on top of stomach butterflies, with sprinkles of anxiety and the overwhelming dread that no one else would ever compare to HIM.
This book deserves way more hype and I encourage you all to pick this up. It's everything a romance should be - funny, exciting, based on real feelings and challenges that make it not be so straightforward, but overall just incredibly fun and, did I mention, swoonworthy. 😍😍😍 Pick this up immediately!
Thank you Boldwood Books for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
July 20, 2025
I absolutely LOVED this book!
The story follows strong Doctor Chloe Henry and onscreen Dr Dante Love... AKA Logan Broderwick.
Working in a Manchester Hospital, in a male environment, is hardwork for Chloe. She wants a promotion, but the old boys' club stands in her way...
She was an incredible character, so strong and resilient. Working in a primarily male environment as a woman can be awkward and frustrating at times but Chloe dealt with them well - a real role model for any woman having to deal with misogyny.
Logan... I LOVED Logan. Initially I felt the same way as Chloe (that he was a bit of a jerk).but Rachel has a way of revealing his true nature slowly and you suddenly find yourself loving this character so much. He is utterly perfect for Chloe.
I also adored how Chloe lives and works in Manchester. As a Northener, while I love stories set in big Southern cities it is really lovely to be able to relate to a more local city and one I viated regularly at one point!
The story is serious in that it shows an intelligent and hardworking woman fighting the old boys club but it's heartwarming and light, in that it shows us two people qho are evidently made for each other... just the world around them has other ideas!
It is a beautiful book and one I just devoured!
I highly recommend this to romance lovers everywhere!
The story follows strong Doctor Chloe Henry and onscreen Dr Dante Love... AKA Logan Broderwick.
Working in a Manchester Hospital, in a male environment, is hardwork for Chloe. She wants a promotion, but the old boys' club stands in her way...
She was an incredible character, so strong and resilient. Working in a primarily male environment as a woman can be awkward and frustrating at times but Chloe dealt with them well - a real role model for any woman having to deal with misogyny.
Logan... I LOVED Logan. Initially I felt the same way as Chloe (that he was a bit of a jerk).but Rachel has a way of revealing his true nature slowly and you suddenly find yourself loving this character so much. He is utterly perfect for Chloe.
I also adored how Chloe lives and works in Manchester. As a Northener, while I love stories set in big Southern cities it is really lovely to be able to relate to a more local city and one I viated regularly at one point!
The story is serious in that it shows an intelligent and hardworking woman fighting the old boys club but it's heartwarming and light, in that it shows us two people qho are evidently made for each other... just the world around them has other ideas!
It is a beautiful book and one I just devoured!
I highly recommend this to romance lovers everywhere!
July 3, 2025
Fake dating, forced proximity, hot chemistry, and a cat? Yes, please!
Dating Dr Love is a fun, feel-good romance that had me smiling throughout! It has everything: a swoonworthy MMC, a smart FMC (with a cat!), and tropes that are done well. The fake dating and forced proximity tropes felt believable and brought so many funny, flirty, and heartfelt moments between the characters. The banter and dialogue was fun to read.
There were scenes when the MMC gives off protectiveness and 'touch her, you die' vibes and I'm absolutely living for that!
I read this book in 2 days and absolutely loved it! Rachel Dove has delivered a heartwarming romance that you should add to your TBR! You will be left grinning and giggling, I know I did!
This book will be released on July 16, so save the date!
Thank you for NetGalley and Boldwood Books for sending me an e-ARC!
Dating Dr Love is a fun, feel-good romance that had me smiling throughout! It has everything: a swoonworthy MMC, a smart FMC (with a cat!), and tropes that are done well. The fake dating and forced proximity tropes felt believable and brought so many funny, flirty, and heartfelt moments between the characters. The banter and dialogue was fun to read.
There were scenes when the MMC gives off protectiveness and 'touch her, you die' vibes and I'm absolutely living for that!
I read this book in 2 days and absolutely loved it! Rachel Dove has delivered a heartwarming romance that you should add to your TBR! You will be left grinning and giggling, I know I did!
This book will be released on July 16, so save the date!
Thank you for NetGalley and Boldwood Books for sending me an e-ARC!
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July 5, 2025Thank you Boldwood & Netgalley for the ARC!
I really enjoyed this read! It was perfect to get me out of a reading slump too. It was a quick, fun read covering some of my favorite tropes: fake dating, forced proximity, and witty banter. Even though the book is rather short and the story moves along quite quickly, their relationship felt realistic given the circumstances. I liked how their characters grew as well as the side characters. It was a sweet and fast-paced book perfect for summer!
Overall, this definitely was a 3.5/5 read for me due to how many pop culture references there are (i.e. friends and hunger games). Even though I am familiar with these millennial references, others definitely might not get them.
I really enjoyed this read! It was perfect to get me out of a reading slump too. It was a quick, fun read covering some of my favorite tropes: fake dating, forced proximity, and witty banter. Even though the book is rather short and the story moves along quite quickly, their relationship felt realistic given the circumstances. I liked how their characters grew as well as the side characters. It was a sweet and fast-paced book perfect for summer!
Overall, this definitely was a 3.5/5 read for me due to how many pop culture references there are (i.e. friends and hunger games). Even though I am familiar with these millennial references, others definitely might not get them.
September 16, 2025
Thank you Rachel Dove and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read this ARC via NetGalley.
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Vibes: 🏥😂💞☕👩⚕️👨⚕️📱🎉🌸✨
Tropes: workplace romance / medical setting / opposite attracts / fake dating
Rating: 3⭐
Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️
I really wanted to love this book, because I'm currently in my Grey's Anatomy era and thought a medical setting would be a fun read but I found myself struggling at times with the writing. A lot of the chapters had paragraphs that felt like walls of text, which made it harder to stay engaged.
On the brighter side, I actually thought that “Dr Love” was just a clever title once I realized that it is the name of an actual character.
Cute story idea, but the execution didn’t fully click for me.
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Vibes: 🏥😂💞☕👩⚕️👨⚕️📱🎉🌸✨
Tropes: workplace romance / medical setting / opposite attracts / fake dating
Rating: 3⭐
Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️
I really wanted to love this book, because I'm currently in my Grey's Anatomy era and thought a medical setting would be a fun read but I found myself struggling at times with the writing. A lot of the chapters had paragraphs that felt like walls of text, which made it harder to stay engaged.
On the brighter side, I actually thought that “Dr Love” was just a clever title once I realized that it is the name of an actual character.
Cute story idea, but the execution didn’t fully click for me.
June 14, 2025
Dr. love, TV personality, otherwise known as bad boy Logan - gets thrust together with real life Dr. Chloe Henry after a mishap with hotel keys. Put into a crazy fake dating scheme to save both their careers, this book is charming and funny. My least favorite part was the nickname wildcat and I just kept thinking I was reading about Troy and Gabriella. But Logan was sort of annoying and unrelatable and honestly both characters were hard for me to like. But what really stuck out to me was Logan sticking up to Chloe’s family and saying that Chloe was strong enough and just being a small piece to empower Chloe to say everything she needed instead of being a big savior complex moment.
July 19, 2025
What began as one hotel room mishap turned into a long-lasting matchup, and I was here for it. Author Rachel Dove’s Dating Dr. Love was a fun, sweet read. I loved the romance and banter. Though the spice was pretty light, I enjoyed the dialogue and lightheartedness of the plot. There are several laugh-out-loud scenes from their mishap in the hotel room. And countless moments when I said, “awwww” out loud. Logan, though he has a reputation, falls hard for Chloe and does and says the sweetest things. I loved the HEA too.
𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘉𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘸𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴, 𝘙𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘭’𝘴 𝘙𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘰𝘮 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳 𝘙𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘭 𝘋𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘪𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘦-𝘈𝘙𝘊. 𝘐 𝘢𝘮 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸 𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘭𝘺.
𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘉𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘸𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴, 𝘙𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘭’𝘴 𝘙𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘰𝘮 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳 𝘙𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘭 𝘋𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘪𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘦-𝘈𝘙𝘊. 𝘐 𝘢𝘮 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸 𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘭𝘺.
July 8, 2025
Dating Dr Love - Rachel Dove
RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
SPICE: 🌶️🌶️
“I wonder if blocking your parents’ email addresses is frowned upon these days. Is ghosting the people who gave you life a thing? Drew Barrymore divorced hers, right? She seems to be doing pretty well.”
I found that this was a super quick read and definitely was a fast burn romance.
The UK style of writing kind of threw me for a loop at the beginning and therefore I struggled to understand fully. After a bit though it started to go a bit smoother for me and I was able to get past that and really soak up the story unfolding.
The FRIENDS references 100% sucked me in. I mean the MMC was basically Joey. Ladies man who plays a doctor on a tv drama. The FMC on the other hand was something I could related to. Hard working and just trying to prove her worth.
RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
SPICE: 🌶️🌶️
“I wonder if blocking your parents’ email addresses is frowned upon these days. Is ghosting the people who gave you life a thing? Drew Barrymore divorced hers, right? She seems to be doing pretty well.”
I found that this was a super quick read and definitely was a fast burn romance.
The UK style of writing kind of threw me for a loop at the beginning and therefore I struggled to understand fully. After a bit though it started to go a bit smoother for me and I was able to get past that and really soak up the story unfolding.
The FRIENDS references 100% sucked me in. I mean the MMC was basically Joey. Ladies man who plays a doctor on a tv drama. The FMC on the other hand was something I could related to. Hard working and just trying to prove her worth.
June 17, 2025
For as long as I can remember, I have been a fan of traditional romance. Once I read more, I started to really enjoy both romantic suspense, and romantic comedies. Just from the description of this book, I knew I was going to love it.
My instincts were spot on! It’s been such a long time since I have started reading a book and immediately loved both of the main characters. I really liked how this story was written. This is a slight spoiler, but I also liked how there wasn’t some huge “misunderstanding” that needed to be fixed. Simply, one of the characters had to figures some things out, which they did.
I absolutely loved this book, and I loved the ending. I can’t wait to read other books from the author.
**I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.**
My instincts were spot on! It’s been such a long time since I have started reading a book and immediately loved both of the main characters. I really liked how this story was written. This is a slight spoiler, but I also liked how there wasn’t some huge “misunderstanding” that needed to be fixed. Simply, one of the characters had to figures some things out, which they did.
I absolutely loved this book, and I loved the ending. I can’t wait to read other books from the author.
**I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.**
June 30, 2025
This book was cute and would make a nice beach read. It moved slow at times and was a bit choppy with events. I still enjoyed Logan’ and Chloe and their journey together as they both learned lots about them selves and became better people with each other.
Thank you Net Galley, Rachel Dove, and Boldwood Books for an ARC copy of Dating Dr Love.
Thank you Net Galley, Rachel Dove, and Boldwood Books for an ARC copy of Dating Dr Love.
July 27, 2025
Fake dating and TV star MMC are my autobuys, so I knew I was going to enjoy this one!
The banter was so much fun, but I also enjoyed the way Logan defended Chloe and helped her stand up for herself too.
While I love that he called her 'wildcat', I love even more the name of her actual cat... LOL at that scene.
I had a few other LOL moments througout, but the feels were there too. Tears aplenty!
Love, love, love Dating Dr Love!
The banter was so much fun, but I also enjoyed the way Logan defended Chloe and helped her stand up for herself too.
While I love that he called her 'wildcat', I love even more the name of her actual cat... LOL at that scene.
I had a few other LOL moments througout, but the feels were there too. Tears aplenty!
Love, love, love Dating Dr Love!
July 20, 2025
Give me a fake GF/BF trope ANY DAY!!!!!!!!!!!! These two were on FIRE, and I was so damn Romantic! I couldn’t get enough of these two.
Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book.
Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book.
June 18, 2025
ARC.
Got me in the beginning w the Friends reference.
Got me in the beginning w the Friends reference.
September 9, 2025
Rachel Dove does wonderful expressing complicated relationships. Growth is shown from characters from beginning to end, healthcare bias shown well with how men are more respected.
July 24, 2025
This is a light hearted easy read and insta love was a big part of this book.
Logan is a famous actor in a medical drama and he's accidentally given a key to Chloe's hotel room so their chance encounter happens as she's getting out the shower. However the moment doesn't end up being a private one it's gets papped. What's left for them to do other than fake a relationship? A real doctor and a fake doctor.
Logan is a famous actor in a medical drama and he's accidentally given a key to Chloe's hotel room so their chance encounter happens as she's getting out the shower. However the moment doesn't end up being a private one it's gets papped. What's left for them to do other than fake a relationship? A real doctor and a fake doctor.
June 29, 2025
Dating Dr. Love is a cute little enemy to lovers romance perfect for a summer day. It’s a light and easy read, although somewhat predictable, but truly fulfills its purpose of giving us a good vibe book.
Thank you Boldwood books and NetGalley for allowing me to read before release date.
Thank you Boldwood books and NetGalley for allowing me to read before release date.
June 13, 2025
I received and ARC copy of this book from NetGalley!
I really enjoyed this book. It is simple and easy to read, yet it has such a sweet and funny story. I couldn’t stop smiling while reading it, and it’s also very humorous. It made me really root for Chloe and Logan and their love story. If you’re looking for an easy and entertaining romance, you should definitely read this!
I really enjoyed this book. It is simple and easy to read, yet it has such a sweet and funny story. I couldn’t stop smiling while reading it, and it’s also very humorous. It made me really root for Chloe and Logan and their love story. If you’re looking for an easy and entertaining romance, you should definitely read this!
July 20, 2025
I liked it, but don't remember much of it. She was from a medical family, he was a TV star, both happened to be in the same room by accident, and somehow, paparazzi found them and caught them, so they had to fake a relationship.
An okay read, but had much room for improvement.
3 stars.
ARC was provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
An okay read, but had much room for improvement.
3 stars.
ARC was provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
June 22, 2025
🇬🇧 ARC Review "Dating Dr. Love" by Rachel Dove
“Dating Dr. Love” is a sweet and sparkling romantic comedy that tells the story of Chloe, a brilliant surgeon up for a major promotion, and Logan, a charming TV actor with a bad boy reputation, best known for playing a doctor on a hit show — which just happens to be Chloe’s favorite.
The two end up at the same hotel: Chloe is attending a conference that could be a turning point in her career, while Logan is laying low to escape the spotlight and clean up his public image. Due to an unfortunate (or perhaps fortunate?) mix-up with their last names, they’re accidentally assigned the same hotel room… right when a paparazzo is lurking, ready to snap a compromising photo. From there, a fake engagement begins — but it quickly evolves into something much more real, full of chemistry, tenderness, and mutual support.
The novel leans on several romance tropes (instalove, fake dating, just one bed), but blends them with grace and cleverness, creating a light, heartwarming, and satisfying read. Chloe and Logan are well-crafted characters: she’s a compelling mix of quiet strength, competence, and determination; he’s protective, honest, loyal, and incredibly caring. Their relationship is tender, sprinkled with humor and just the right amount of spice — always serving their emotional growth.
Some story elements could have used more depth — like Logan’s backstory or Chloe’s complicated family dynamics — and the sudden shifts in POV within certain chapters can feel a bit jarring. Also, the pacing is slow in the beginning and only really picks up in the final chapters.
One subplot I found especially engaging was Chloe’s struggle in the workplace, facing discrimination and prejudice due to her last name. As the daughter of famous surgeons, she’s constantly battling to prove her worth on her own terms, which adds a meaningful layer to the story.
If I had to point out a flaw: Logan might be too perfect. He’s sweet, sensitive, gorgeous, and always ready to protect and uplift the woman he loves. His desire to shield Chloe from the media — even if it means letting her go — was touching. Still, I found the certainty both characters had about their relationship being doomed a bit unconvincing, as if their differences were too great to overcome.
The ending is incredibly sweet: during the premiere of his film, Logan hears Chloe’s name being called and rushes over to hug her and shield her from the paparazzi. Is the HEA a bit rushed? Maybe. I would’ve preferred a more private reunion, but it’s undeniably a heartwarming scene.
And the tattoo scene? Absolute genius. Chloe has the words from an iconic scene — lines written by Logan himself, not the show’s writers — tattooed on her back. And Logan? He gets the same words tattooed over his heart while they’re apart. OMG. Total swoon!
“Dating Dr. Love” is a romantic and thoroughly enjoyable read. Perfect for anyone in the mood to dream a little with a modern, tender love story full of charm and a touch of magic.
Recommended for anyone looking for a light but captivating romance, with lovable characters and that fairy tale feel we all need sometimes.
Thanks to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for providing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
🇮🇹 ARC review "Dating Dr. Love" di Rachel Dove
Dating Dr. Love è una commedia romantica tenera e frizzante che racconta la storia di Chloe, una brillante chirurga in lizza per una promozione importante, e Logan, un affascinante attore televisivo dalla fama da bad boy, noto per il suo ruolo di medico in una serie TV di successo — che, guarda caso, è anche la preferita di Chloe.
I due si ritrovano nello stesso hotel perché Chloe deve partecipare a un congresso che potrebbe segnare una svolta nella sua carriera, Logan deve invece volare basso per un po’, sfuggire ai riflettori e cercare di ripulire la propria immagine. A causa di uno sfortunato (o fortunato?) scambio di cognomi, finiscono per errore la stessa stanza... proprio nel momento in cui un paparazzo è pronto a scattare una foto compromettente. Da qui prende il via una relazione basata su un finto fidanzamento, che però si trasforma ben presto in qualcosa di autentico, fatto di chimica, dolcezza e reciproco sostegno.
Il romanzo si affida a vari cliché del romance (instalove, fake dating, just one bed), ma li mixa con grazia e intelligenza, offrendo una lettura leggera, dolce e soddisfacente. Chloe e Logan sono personaggi ben delineati: lei è un mix affascinante di riservatezza, competenza e determinazione; lui è protettivo, diretto, leale e incredibilmente premuroso. Il loro legame è tenero, con momenti di umorismo e una buona dose di passione, che però resta sempre al servizio della loro crescita emotiva.
Alcuni aspetti della storia avrebbero meritato un approfondimento maggiore — come il passato di Logan o la complicata situazione familiare di Chloe — e i cambi di POV all’interno di alcuni capitoli risultano un po’ bruschi. Inoltre, l’inizio della storia procede a rilento, mentre il ritmo accelera solo negli ultimi capitoli.
Una sottotrama che ho trovato particolarmente interessante riguarda le sfide che Chloe affronta nel suo ambiente lavorativo, tra discriminazioni e pregiudizi legati al suo cognome: figlia d’arte, ha sempre vissuto con il peso di un nome importante, cercando di dimostrare di valere per ciò che è, non per la sua eredità. Questo elemento ha aggiunto spessore alla narrazione.
Se proprio devo trovare dei difetti: forse Logan è fin troppo perfetto. È dolce, sensibile, bellissimo e sempre pronto a proteggere e incoraggiare la donna che ama. Commuovente il suo desiderio di tenere Chloe lontana dai riflettori e dal giudizio dei media, anche a costo di lasciarla andare. Tuttavia, ho trovato un po’ forzata la convinzione di entrambi che la loro relazione non potesse avere un futuro, come se le differenze tra le loro vite fossero insormontabili.
Il finale è dolcissimo: durante la première del suo film, Logan sente pronunciare il nome di Chloe e si precipita ad abbracciarla, difendendola dai paparazzi. È forse un HEA un po’ affrettato? Forse sì, e una reunion più intima mi avrebbe convinta di più… ma resta comunque una scena emozionante.
E poi, la scena del tatuaggio? Un vero colpo da maestro! Chloe ha tatuato sulla schiena le parole di una scena iconica pronunciate da Logan — parole scritte da lui, non dagli autori della serie. E lui, che si fa tatuare le stesse parole sul cuore. OMG. Swoon!
Dating Dr. Love è una lettura scorrevole, romantica e molto piacevole. Perfetta per chi ha voglia di sognare con una storia d’amore moderna, tenera e piena di magia.
Consigliato a chi cerca un romance leggero ma coinvolgente, con personaggi adorabili e quel tocco di favola che non guasta mai.
Grazie all’editore BoldwoodBooks e a NetGalley per aver fornito l’ARC in cambio di una onesta review
“Dating Dr. Love” is a sweet and sparkling romantic comedy that tells the story of Chloe, a brilliant surgeon up for a major promotion, and Logan, a charming TV actor with a bad boy reputation, best known for playing a doctor on a hit show — which just happens to be Chloe’s favorite.
The two end up at the same hotel: Chloe is attending a conference that could be a turning point in her career, while Logan is laying low to escape the spotlight and clean up his public image. Due to an unfortunate (or perhaps fortunate?) mix-up with their last names, they’re accidentally assigned the same hotel room… right when a paparazzo is lurking, ready to snap a compromising photo. From there, a fake engagement begins — but it quickly evolves into something much more real, full of chemistry, tenderness, and mutual support.
The novel leans on several romance tropes (instalove, fake dating, just one bed), but blends them with grace and cleverness, creating a light, heartwarming, and satisfying read. Chloe and Logan are well-crafted characters: she’s a compelling mix of quiet strength, competence, and determination; he’s protective, honest, loyal, and incredibly caring. Their relationship is tender, sprinkled with humor and just the right amount of spice — always serving their emotional growth.
Some story elements could have used more depth — like Logan’s backstory or Chloe’s complicated family dynamics — and the sudden shifts in POV within certain chapters can feel a bit jarring. Also, the pacing is slow in the beginning and only really picks up in the final chapters.
One subplot I found especially engaging was Chloe’s struggle in the workplace, facing discrimination and prejudice due to her last name. As the daughter of famous surgeons, she’s constantly battling to prove her worth on her own terms, which adds a meaningful layer to the story.
If I had to point out a flaw: Logan might be too perfect. He’s sweet, sensitive, gorgeous, and always ready to protect and uplift the woman he loves. His desire to shield Chloe from the media — even if it means letting her go — was touching. Still, I found the certainty both characters had about their relationship being doomed a bit unconvincing, as if their differences were too great to overcome.
The ending is incredibly sweet: during the premiere of his film, Logan hears Chloe’s name being called and rushes over to hug her and shield her from the paparazzi. Is the HEA a bit rushed? Maybe. I would’ve preferred a more private reunion, but it’s undeniably a heartwarming scene.
And the tattoo scene? Absolute genius. Chloe has the words from an iconic scene — lines written by Logan himself, not the show’s writers — tattooed on her back. And Logan? He gets the same words tattooed over his heart while they’re apart. OMG. Total swoon!
“Dating Dr. Love” is a romantic and thoroughly enjoyable read. Perfect for anyone in the mood to dream a little with a modern, tender love story full of charm and a touch of magic.
Recommended for anyone looking for a light but captivating romance, with lovable characters and that fairy tale feel we all need sometimes.
Thanks to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for providing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
🇮🇹 ARC review "Dating Dr. Love" di Rachel Dove
Dating Dr. Love è una commedia romantica tenera e frizzante che racconta la storia di Chloe, una brillante chirurga in lizza per una promozione importante, e Logan, un affascinante attore televisivo dalla fama da bad boy, noto per il suo ruolo di medico in una serie TV di successo — che, guarda caso, è anche la preferita di Chloe.
I due si ritrovano nello stesso hotel perché Chloe deve partecipare a un congresso che potrebbe segnare una svolta nella sua carriera, Logan deve invece volare basso per un po’, sfuggire ai riflettori e cercare di ripulire la propria immagine. A causa di uno sfortunato (o fortunato?) scambio di cognomi, finiscono per errore la stessa stanza... proprio nel momento in cui un paparazzo è pronto a scattare una foto compromettente. Da qui prende il via una relazione basata su un finto fidanzamento, che però si trasforma ben presto in qualcosa di autentico, fatto di chimica, dolcezza e reciproco sostegno.
Il romanzo si affida a vari cliché del romance (instalove, fake dating, just one bed), ma li mixa con grazia e intelligenza, offrendo una lettura leggera, dolce e soddisfacente. Chloe e Logan sono personaggi ben delineati: lei è un mix affascinante di riservatezza, competenza e determinazione; lui è protettivo, diretto, leale e incredibilmente premuroso. Il loro legame è tenero, con momenti di umorismo e una buona dose di passione, che però resta sempre al servizio della loro crescita emotiva.
Alcuni aspetti della storia avrebbero meritato un approfondimento maggiore — come il passato di Logan o la complicata situazione familiare di Chloe — e i cambi di POV all’interno di alcuni capitoli risultano un po’ bruschi. Inoltre, l’inizio della storia procede a rilento, mentre il ritmo accelera solo negli ultimi capitoli.
Una sottotrama che ho trovato particolarmente interessante riguarda le sfide che Chloe affronta nel suo ambiente lavorativo, tra discriminazioni e pregiudizi legati al suo cognome: figlia d’arte, ha sempre vissuto con il peso di un nome importante, cercando di dimostrare di valere per ciò che è, non per la sua eredità. Questo elemento ha aggiunto spessore alla narrazione.
Se proprio devo trovare dei difetti: forse Logan è fin troppo perfetto. È dolce, sensibile, bellissimo e sempre pronto a proteggere e incoraggiare la donna che ama. Commuovente il suo desiderio di tenere Chloe lontana dai riflettori e dal giudizio dei media, anche a costo di lasciarla andare. Tuttavia, ho trovato un po’ forzata la convinzione di entrambi che la loro relazione non potesse avere un futuro, come se le differenze tra le loro vite fossero insormontabili.
Il finale è dolcissimo: durante la première del suo film, Logan sente pronunciare il nome di Chloe e si precipita ad abbracciarla, difendendola dai paparazzi. È forse un HEA un po’ affrettato? Forse sì, e una reunion più intima mi avrebbe convinta di più… ma resta comunque una scena emozionante.
E poi, la scena del tatuaggio? Un vero colpo da maestro! Chloe ha tatuato sulla schiena le parole di una scena iconica pronunciate da Logan — parole scritte da lui, non dagli autori della serie. E lui, che si fa tatuare le stesse parole sul cuore. OMG. Swoon!
Dating Dr. Love è una lettura scorrevole, romantica e molto piacevole. Perfetta per chi ha voglia di sognare con una storia d’amore moderna, tenera e piena di magia.
Consigliato a chi cerca un romance leggero ma coinvolgente, con personaggi adorabili e quel tocco di favola che non guasta mai.
Grazie all’editore BoldwoodBooks e a NetGalley per aver fornito l’ARC in cambio di una onesta review
January 8, 2026
Very entertaining story with very likeable characters. I was definitely invested in the story from start to end!
June 15, 2025
Book Review: Rachel Dove – Dating Dr Love. Thank you to the publisher Boldwood Books and NetGalley for my ARC.
Dating Dr Love is the kind of rom-com that doesn’t pretend to be anything it’s not—it’s bright, chaotic, cheeky, and heavy on the tropes. But instead of feeling stale or recycled, it leans in with enough heart and self-awareness to make it work. Chloe Henry is a hard-working surgeon fighting for a promotion in a hospital where charm and gender still carry more weight than competence. Logan Broderick is a walking scandal dressed up as a TV doctor, best known for playing “Dr Dante Love,” who’s been benched by his producers after one too many PR disasters. When the two are forced into a fake relationship after a hotel mix-up results in a viral photo, what follows is a sharp mix of forced proximity, workplace drama, romantic tension, and a dash of public image rehab.
From the beginning, Chloe is a standout. She’s smart, tough, and relatable—not in the “clumsy girl boss” way some rom-coms rely on, but in her quiet, persistent frustration with a system that undervalues her. Her conflict isn’t just romantic; it’s professional, personal, and tied to her sense of identity. Her ambition doesn’t make her cold, and her emotional journey isn’t about being “softened” by love—it’s about learning to stand her ground without apology. That makes her a genuinely satisfying character to root for. Logan, on the other hand, starts off as the classic mess—too charming, too pretty, and just competent enough to skate by. But Dove gives him more dimension than you might expect. He’s not dumb, just disconnected. He knows he’s been coasting and wants more. Watching him slowly figure out what that looks like—and that it might involve less ego and more substance—adds depth to what could’ve been a very two-dimensional love interest.
Their chemistry is undeniable. From their chaotic bathroom collision to their bickering banter, there’s genuine spark. What surprised me was how emotionally grounded their interactions became over time. It’s easy to fake fireworks, but Dove lets the relationship simmer. There’s an intimacy that builds slowly—yes, there’s a spark from the start, but the way they begin to see each other differently as they spend more time together makes the romance more believable. Chloe doesn’t immediately melt for Logan, and Logan doesn’t magically become a new man in three pages. Instead, they grow together—imperfectly, sometimes awkwardly, but with enough moments of clarity that their eventual romance feels earned.
Is it an “instalove” setup? Technically, yes. They go from strangers to fake partners to emotionally involved in a compressed timeline. But the emotional beats work. You believe they’re caught off guard by their connection and unsure how to handle it. Their fake dating trope is used cleverly here—not just for forced kisses or awkward paparazzi moments, though there are plenty of those—but to reveal their vulnerabilities. The “us against the world” energy gives their banter some bite and their quieter moments some real weight.
The supporting cast ranges from amusing to frustrating, though intentionally so. Chloe’s colleague Carson is the kind of guy you want to throw out of a conference room window—perfectly smarmy and a solid antagonist. Her family brings added pressure but also serves as a mirror for her own internal struggles. Logan’s agent and industry circle feel a little more underdeveloped, but they do their job in keeping the stakes high. And then there are the viral moments, media flashpoints, and the conference chaos—all adding momentum and humor. The paintball scene, in particular, is a riot and might be the highlight of the book—it perfectly balances comedy, chemistry, and character development.
Where the book stumbles a little is in pacing and structure. The first quarter is slow to ignite. It’s not dull, but it takes a while for the story to find its rhythm. There’s also a tendency for the prose to meander, especially in internal monologue—Chloe’s thoughts sometimes spiral without really adding new insight. A few editorial issues stand out: inconsistent chapter lengths, some missing transitions, and occasional typos. It’s not distracting enough to ruin the reading experience, but it could’ve used one more polish.
Also, the tone fluctuates. At times, it feels like it wants to be a breezy rom-com, and at others, it leans into emotional drama or social critique—especially regarding gender inequality in medicine. That ambition is admirable, but not all of it sticks the landing. Some readers may find the balance jarring; others will appreciate the added layers. I landed somewhere in between. I respected what Dove was going
Dating Dr Love is the kind of rom-com that doesn’t pretend to be anything it’s not—it’s bright, chaotic, cheeky, and heavy on the tropes. But instead of feeling stale or recycled, it leans in with enough heart and self-awareness to make it work. Chloe Henry is a hard-working surgeon fighting for a promotion in a hospital where charm and gender still carry more weight than competence. Logan Broderick is a walking scandal dressed up as a TV doctor, best known for playing “Dr Dante Love,” who’s been benched by his producers after one too many PR disasters. When the two are forced into a fake relationship after a hotel mix-up results in a viral photo, what follows is a sharp mix of forced proximity, workplace drama, romantic tension, and a dash of public image rehab.
From the beginning, Chloe is a standout. She’s smart, tough, and relatable—not in the “clumsy girl boss” way some rom-coms rely on, but in her quiet, persistent frustration with a system that undervalues her. Her conflict isn’t just romantic; it’s professional, personal, and tied to her sense of identity. Her ambition doesn’t make her cold, and her emotional journey isn’t about being “softened” by love—it’s about learning to stand her ground without apology. That makes her a genuinely satisfying character to root for. Logan, on the other hand, starts off as the classic mess—too charming, too pretty, and just competent enough to skate by. But Dove gives him more dimension than you might expect. He’s not dumb, just disconnected. He knows he’s been coasting and wants more. Watching him slowly figure out what that looks like—and that it might involve less ego and more substance—adds depth to what could’ve been a very two-dimensional love interest.
Their chemistry is undeniable. From their chaotic bathroom collision to their bickering banter, there’s genuine spark. What surprised me was how emotionally grounded their interactions became over time. It’s easy to fake fireworks, but Dove lets the relationship simmer. There’s an intimacy that builds slowly—yes, there’s a spark from the start, but the way they begin to see each other differently as they spend more time together makes the romance more believable. Chloe doesn’t immediately melt for Logan, and Logan doesn’t magically become a new man in three pages. Instead, they grow together—imperfectly, sometimes awkwardly, but with enough moments of clarity that their eventual romance feels earned.
Is it an “instalove” setup? Technically, yes. They go from strangers to fake partners to emotionally involved in a compressed timeline. But the emotional beats work. You believe they’re caught off guard by their connection and unsure how to handle it. Their fake dating trope is used cleverly here—not just for forced kisses or awkward paparazzi moments, though there are plenty of those—but to reveal their vulnerabilities. The “us against the world” energy gives their banter some bite and their quieter moments some real weight.
The supporting cast ranges from amusing to frustrating, though intentionally so. Chloe’s colleague Carson is the kind of guy you want to throw out of a conference room window—perfectly smarmy and a solid antagonist. Her family brings added pressure but also serves as a mirror for her own internal struggles. Logan’s agent and industry circle feel a little more underdeveloped, but they do their job in keeping the stakes high. And then there are the viral moments, media flashpoints, and the conference chaos—all adding momentum and humor. The paintball scene, in particular, is a riot and might be the highlight of the book—it perfectly balances comedy, chemistry, and character development.
Where the book stumbles a little is in pacing and structure. The first quarter is slow to ignite. It’s not dull, but it takes a while for the story to find its rhythm. There’s also a tendency for the prose to meander, especially in internal monologue—Chloe’s thoughts sometimes spiral without really adding new insight. A few editorial issues stand out: inconsistent chapter lengths, some missing transitions, and occasional typos. It’s not distracting enough to ruin the reading experience, but it could’ve used one more polish.
Also, the tone fluctuates. At times, it feels like it wants to be a breezy rom-com, and at others, it leans into emotional drama or social critique—especially regarding gender inequality in medicine. That ambition is admirable, but not all of it sticks the landing. Some readers may find the balance jarring; others will appreciate the added layers. I landed somewhere in between. I respected what Dove was going
August 17, 2025
I received an Advance Reader Copy from the publisher, via NetGalley. This in no way impacted on my view.
After a disastrous string of headlines in the media, actor Logan Broderick's, aka Doctor Dante Love, career is in tatters. He needs to lay low for the next few weeks or else he'll be written out of his show, and will never get a prestigious role in a Hollywood blockbuster. Under a pseudonym, he checks into a remote Cornish hotel, but a mix up at check in leaves him in the room of surgeon Dr Chloe Henry, and the paparazzi get a risque photo of the pair. Now they need to work together to pretend to be in a committed relationship to repair Logan's reputation, and not completely destroy Chloe's chances of being promoted to head of surgery. That'll be easy, right? It's not like they'll catch any real feelings or anything.
I was blown away by this book. I read another of Rachel's books last year, so when this one popped up, I knew I needed to read it. It was funny, and heartfelt, with the perfect amount of chemistry and romance. Logan was the lead actor on a TV medical drama, a la Grey's Anatomy, who had hit the papers recently with a string of drunken escapades and papped photos with a number of woman, making the public think he's a manwhore or something similar. This also happened at the same time as the show's lead writer's marriage is breaking down, and Logan is in the running for a make or break war film. He seriously needs to clean up his image, or he's going to lose it all. I loved his character and his growth across the book. He was flirty and a bit of a mess at the start, but soon he found his feet and his caring side was definitely a plus. He fell hard for Chloe, and he was there by her side to big her up to the other doctors at the conference, especially those who looked down on her for her name, or her gender. Chloe was one of those Henry's, but because she went into general practice, and the NHS at that, her family all looked down on her, and treated her like rubbish. She was also one of the only women in her department, and that played a huge role in how hard she had to work to even be considered for the promotion. When Logan learnt all of this, his protective side came out, and he fought tooth and nail to show how caring, lovable, and capable Chloe was, in every part of her life. Considering the book focused on a major actor and a surgeon, they both were believable and real characters, who I was rooting for and whose romance was well worth the hard moments. Another great book from this author, I look forward to her next book!
After a disastrous string of headlines in the media, actor Logan Broderick's, aka Doctor Dante Love, career is in tatters. He needs to lay low for the next few weeks or else he'll be written out of his show, and will never get a prestigious role in a Hollywood blockbuster. Under a pseudonym, he checks into a remote Cornish hotel, but a mix up at check in leaves him in the room of surgeon Dr Chloe Henry, and the paparazzi get a risque photo of the pair. Now they need to work together to pretend to be in a committed relationship to repair Logan's reputation, and not completely destroy Chloe's chances of being promoted to head of surgery. That'll be easy, right? It's not like they'll catch any real feelings or anything.
I was blown away by this book. I read another of Rachel's books last year, so when this one popped up, I knew I needed to read it. It was funny, and heartfelt, with the perfect amount of chemistry and romance. Logan was the lead actor on a TV medical drama, a la Grey's Anatomy, who had hit the papers recently with a string of drunken escapades and papped photos with a number of woman, making the public think he's a manwhore or something similar. This also happened at the same time as the show's lead writer's marriage is breaking down, and Logan is in the running for a make or break war film. He seriously needs to clean up his image, or he's going to lose it all. I loved his character and his growth across the book. He was flirty and a bit of a mess at the start, but soon he found his feet and his caring side was definitely a plus. He fell hard for Chloe, and he was there by her side to big her up to the other doctors at the conference, especially those who looked down on her for her name, or her gender. Chloe was one of those Henry's, but because she went into general practice, and the NHS at that, her family all looked down on her, and treated her like rubbish. She was also one of the only women in her department, and that played a huge role in how hard she had to work to even be considered for the promotion. When Logan learnt all of this, his protective side came out, and he fought tooth and nail to show how caring, lovable, and capable Chloe was, in every part of her life. Considering the book focused on a major actor and a surgeon, they both were believable and real characters, who I was rooting for and whose romance was well worth the hard moments. Another great book from this author, I look forward to her next book!
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