My Accidental Valentine

by Lily Love

I was in Vegas to be the maid of honor in my best friend's wedding, not to blank out and marry my business rival. But that is exactly what I did!

Love is in the air, and romance blooms sweeter than candy hearts!

In charming towns across the country, love awaits those with open hearts this Valentine's Day. Fate brings together couples who discover that true connection goes beyond sweet nothings printed on candy. As they navigate the season of love and their own hesitations, they learn that sometimes, all it takes is one heartfelt message to change everything. Each story in 'Valentine's Sweethearts' celebrates the joy of finding love during the most romantic time of the year.

This sweet series will be filled with cozy small-town charm, heart-fluttering moments, and the magic of Valentine's Day. The books in this series will release from mid-January 2025 through February 2025.

Genres: Clean Romance

76 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 1, 2025

Reviews

[Whit · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet!!!!!!!!!!!! Sassy!!!!!!!!!!!! Clean Fun!!!!!!!!!!!

Sara indirectly works for billionaire Marcus. So imagine how embarrassed she feels when he receives a text not meant for him.

Sara's mother is hilarious and out of control. She will do anything to get Sara married off and producing grandbabies!!!

Loved watching Sara and Marcus fall for each other. Unfortunately, Sara is fighting against it, every step of the way. And the reason is heartbreaking!

[BetweentheCoversLiterary · Rating 4 out of 5]

so freaking cute

This was such a cute valentines short. It was a good read even though Sara almost blew it, my guy Sterling was like hell no and went to get his woman. I cannot wait for Maggie’s story next

[The Bourbon-Sipping Bibliophile · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sara, a social media manager from a small town, accidentally texts a frustrated rant about her dating woes to the wrong number. Unbeknownst to her, she's contacted Nashville's most eligible billionaire, Marcus Sterling. Their unexpected conversation leads to an accidental meeting with the paparazzi, and soon, a fake engagement to avoid a media scandal.

The premise is cute and the "wrong number" meet-cute is definitely a classic. I enjoyed the initial awkwardness and the gradual development of their connection. The characters are likable, and I appreciated the focus on an African-American billionaire and a curvy heroine.

However, the story felt a bit rushed. The shift from fake engagement to real feelings happened quickly, and some of the character development could have been deeper.

"My Accidental Valentine" is a quick and enjoyable read for fans of clean romance and those who love a good fake dating trope. It's perfect for a light and fluffy escape.


I gave this book 3 out of 5 stars.

I received a free copy of this book via Lily's Loveland Girlies and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Connie Alderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a sweet, clean, fun romance. Sara is a social media manager with a mother who's intently driven to seeing Sara married even to the extent of embarrassing antics. In an upset moment of her mother's latest ploy, Sara shoots off a crazy text about it to her best friend. Unfortunately, the last two phone number digits get transposed. The person who returns the text is no other than the owner of her latest and largest media account, and he's standing in the doorway of the coffee shop enjoying the by play when Sara realizes what she's done!

The paparazzi is also close by and are snapping photos and gossip is flying! Sara and Marcus agree to a fake engagement which quickly begins to feel too real. Can they both learn to trust each other enough to give this fake relationship a real try of happily ever after?

I was given this book free as an ARC reader. Its a deliciously fun read. Be prepared to laugh lot!.

I received a free copy of this book via Lily's Loveland Girlies and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Celina · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a sweet, very fast paced story with Sara accidentally texting her frustrations about her mother getting into her dating life to Marcus Sterling, the CEO of the social media marketing account she just took over. When she realizes who she texted, Marcus appears at the ice cream shop she's currently at.

The paparazzi soon finds Marcus and starts taking their pictures. Before they both know it, the gossip says they are engaged and are planning a wedding for Valentine's Day right around the corner. They both agree to keep the charades going until the wedding.

I loved the characters, but this story just felt really rushed. There's not much character development and feelings from fake engagement to real just happen so fast. I would have really liked a lot more development of the story with this one.

This sweet series will be filled with cozy small-town charm, heart-fluttering moments, and the magic of Valentine’s Day. The books in this series will release from mid-January 2025 through February 2025.

[Terry T · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is a sweet clean small town, texting wrong phone number, meet-cute, take engagement, billionaire, African American romance with no cliffhanger.
Some of the lines I really like --- Sounds spicy. Though maybe she should switch metaphors. "Missing ingredient" makes it sound like she's a recipe in progress. --- "What? I'm just thrilled our Triple Chocolate Therapy is apparently good enough for billionaires." --- "Like you just won the lottery and found out calories don't count on the same day." --- "But some people just shouldn't be allowed near toasters." --- A life where success isn't measured in stock prices or magazine covers, but in small moments of joy shared with someone who sees your worth beyond your net worth." ------
What's Sara's mom up to? What's Jesse up to? These and other questions will all be answered.
I loved Sara and Marcus's story and I'm sure you will too. I've loved everyone of her books that I've read and can't wait to read her next book.

[R.S.05 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh yeaaaah!

Another amazing book in the ‘Valentines Sweetheart’s’ series.

Marcus and Sara’s story was so freaking cute!

It took me a little time to get into it - I was a teeny tiny bit bored in the start - but the second I got into the story I loved it.

Our main characters relationship developed quick (since this is a short book). It was cute to see Marcus and Sara go from strangers to fake engaged, and then finally to a happily married couple.

Their whole story was so wholesome and cute. I especially loved the way they managed to fix up their little “breakup”.

It was extremely enjoyable to meet every single character in this book, and I adored the storyline.

Lily Love did a great job with this book! I’m excited to see what else she comes out with!

I received a free copy of this book via Lily's Loveland Girlies and am voluntarily leaving a review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Yvette89 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Small town
Fake relationship
Billionaire
Close proximity
Clean romance

A cute quick read.
Sara is a small town social media manager with a mother who is bent on getting her married. Sara may over her mother’s shenanigans but they make for funny moments in the story.

Marcus is the billionaire business man dubbed Nashville’s most eligible bachelor. He has the rep of a playboy but is really down to earth. He bakes chocolate chip cookies at midnight and watches Hallmark movies. He just wants someone to see him and not his money.

An accidental text to the wrong number set off a chain of events that lead to a fake engagement. Of course it quickly becomes so much more.


Good clean fun and romance

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is part of the Valentine’s Sweetheart series. A multi-author series of sweet cozy small town Valentine romances. This is Marcus and Sara’s story. An accidental text leads to a fake relationship and that leads to more. Well-developed characters that you will fall in love with and root for their happy ending. The emotions in this book will pull at your heart strings. Will they find the happily ever after that we all want for them? The author does a great job developing the realistic and relatable characters. This story is well written and will draw you into the characters emotions. You feel all their angst and love. This review is based on an early review copy I was sent by the publisher, but this didn't affect the content of my review that I am voluntarily providing.

[Reader_for_LifeTLG · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wrong number, right lover - Two little numbers being transposed has Sara texting her biggest client and most eligible bachelor Marcus Sterling, billionaire CEO. An adorably sweet meet-cute that gets turned into a media circus when an offhand comment to her friend Jesse becomes front page news. Between the media and her mother, it is all Sara can do to maintain her sanity while trying to go with flow of a fake engagement that feels all too real. A sweet story with likeable characters who have great chemistry from the start. No pretense included as they reveal their deepest, darkest secrets over hot chocolate with mini marshmallows.

I received a free copy of this book via Lily's Loveland Girlies and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Tami Willard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some of the characters overlap with other books, but can be read as a standalone.

She's getting frustrated with her mom's constant pressure for her to get married. In an attempt to vent to her best friend she accidentally texts the wrong number.

He's tired of his lifestyle and pressure in the city. In an effort to regroup and save his reputation he moves to a small town. What happens when he receives a text by mistake?

Discovering that they know each other is a surprise. How does her mom react to tthe news? Will they find a HEA from a wrong number?.

I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Holly Zegalia · Rating 4 out of 5]

You'd think accidentally texting a stranger would be the most embarrassing thing to happen to me this Valentine's season. However, Sara texts her biggest client, Marcus, with something hilarious but mortifying!

Ms. Love has another great read! A sweet, clean romance novella with just enough intrigue to keep you reading. MY favorite part was that there were African-American characters in boss positions. Add in that the heroine is not a stereotypical skinny female and it’s a great read!

Tropes Include:
Fake Dating
Accidental Engagement
Small Town
Forced Proximity
Billionaire
Text to the Wrong Number
Black Love
Curvy Heroine
Over The Top Protective Hero
Closed Door Romances

[Bibliophile Foodie · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the very first page, Sara's unexpected journey with billionaire Marcus had me hooked. I loved how funny the book was, kept me laughing.

The premise is adorable, imagine accidentally texting your dating disasters to one of Nashville's most eligible bachelors. The resulting media frenzy and the plan to stage a fake wedding are hilarious.

Sara is a relatable, down-to-earth character whose clumsy mistake leads her into a world she never expected. Their interactions are filled with genuine chemistry, it was a fun journey to see them go from awkward strangers to something much more real.

There's a beautiful balance between lighthearted moments and the deeper emotional connection.

[Theresa Lambe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Squee. Can we talk about the absolute best meet cure? I mean, it was so adorable. Wrong text. Epic!

And these two, Marcus and Sara, were so perfect, even if he wanted a billionaire and she didn't know what to make of it. Of course, if I was her, I'd be questioning a lot of things as well. But their coming together was so sweet that you just wanted more. More of the little things that made them perfect. I get that a novella means there's only so much time, but this flowed so well.

Sure, it left me wanting more, but I was still so happy, and so thrilled with it. Don't miss it.

[Trina Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

OH WOW 😮 this was a great book. It was a sweet and tender moment. I was on the edge of my seat and I couldn’t even put it down. Sara and Marcus had accidentally text each other and they developed a bond. She was on a mission to get married but the physical attraction between them was captivating and overwhelming of desire. Will she be getting married to this other man or turn around to be with him as they fight the temptation of romance.
I definitely recommend this book and you won’t be disappointed. I am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion. Trina Jones

[Erin Lewis · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 Star Review My Accidental Valentine by Lily Love

Lily Love is a relatively new author to me and I have enjoyed what I have read.

What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. Or does it? This is Sara and Marcus’s story and one that although short was entertaining.

Their meet cute was find when Sara accidentally sends a rant text to the wrong number without entertaining results.

The secondary characters, particularly Sara’s mother was a hoot and she had me laughing out loud.

All in all a story that left me with a smile on my face

[Jackie Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a new author to me but after reading Sara and Marcus’s story in My Accidental Valentine I will be looking at her other works.
Sara accidentally texts a rant about her dating mishaps to the wrong number. She had mistakenly texted Nashville’s most eligible billionaire, Marcus Sterling…….
What’s follows is a cute, entertaining read. This story had me giggling and smiling and although it was a quick read it still entertained me.
The characters are adorable and Sara’s mother is a hoot who had me laughing out loud.

[Liberty Munson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lighthearted love story that can be read in a few hours. Marcus and Liv have a fun meet cute and instant connection that turns into a fake engagement that quickly turns into real feelings for both. Marcus is willing to admit that they are real feelings, but Liv has a history that makes her mistrust these feelings. Of course, they get their HEA with the help of her best friend. Overall, a good love novella.

[Livy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was super cute!!! It was a bite sized romance with everything you want!

Marcus fell from the start and Liv wasn’t convinced. Marcus didn’t hide his interest from the start but Liv couldn’t trust it. But when they finally got on the same page it was magic! ✨ I will be reading this over and over and over

Love love love Lily Love.

I received a free copy of this book via Lily's Loveland Girlies and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Bonnie Theel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a sweet romance story with plenty of LOL moments. Have you ever texted a wrong number and carried on a conversation with the person after you found out it was the wrong number? That is exactly what happened in this story. I recommend this novella.

I received a free ARC, and this is my honest opinion.

[Micki-D · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a cozy little billionaire romance. It reads like a small town hallmark movie all it took was an accidental text to the wrong number. Next thing Sara knows she’s in a fake relationship with the most eligible millionaire 3 years running. Leading to a real life romance ending with a Valentine’s Day wedding.

[Sabrina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This novella is part of The “Valentine's Sweethearts” series, which is a collection of 13 heartwarming clean romance stories. This story is a very sweet and beautifully written story with lovingly written characters. I loved Sara and Marcus's story and their chemistry together.

I received a free copy of this book via Lily's Loveland Girlies and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Cathy Brockman · Rating 3 out of 5]

This blurb is not tge story I read... however it's cute.
This is a sweet, clean, charming romance. It's fast paced but fun.
The characters are interesting and story pretty good too.
It's funny as well. A nice change of pace.
If you like fake fiance, small town romance, meddling moms, and a nice romantic rom come this is for you.

[BeLinda P. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Accidents Can Be Good

The story of Sara and Marcus was endearing. Not every misstep is disaster. The assumption that because a person is profiled a certain way causes many assumptions. Sara was deemed too regular and Marcus very accomplished. It proved there are so many layers to people that we sometimes overlook until we get to know them on a more personal level.

[G · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an incredibly sweet and fun romance novel. I loved the interaction between the characters and the banter. This is definitely a lough out loud romance novel that is still sweet to dream.

I received a free copy of this book via Lily's Loveland Girlies and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[L H · Rating 4 out of 5]

Marcus and Sara meet in an interesting way. Things started with a text from a wrong number and mushroomed into a fake relationship that eventually ended up being something real. Too cute.

I received a free copy of this book via Lily's Loveland Girlies and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the fun and mishaps with Sara and Marcus. These two have quite a story. The paparazzi is quite a problem and when the fake turns real...the story ended the way I wanted. Love it.

I received a free copy of this book via Lily's Loveland Girlies and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jacquelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

‘My Accidental Valentine’ was amazing. Its plot involved an adorable meet-cute, a fake engagement, having real feelings, and falling in love. This was a sweet love story that had some quirky characters and lots of humor. It was delightful, and I enjoyed reading it.

[Rebecca White · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute

This story that starts with a wrong number text that ends up with the couple fake engaged shows heart and love.

[Nicole Garcia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a cute quick read, I devoured this book it’s perfect for the month of love!
Thanks for sending me a eARC, I definitely can’t wait to read more from this author. 🤗