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Change the prophecy
In a world where destiny seems etched in stone, Aurora Le Fay feels the weight of a cruel prophecy hanging over her—a former ballerina in her late twenties, she’s grappling with the remnants of a tragic accident that shattered her dreams. Careless and loveless, her life spirals into a chaos of uncertainty, punctuated by the looming specter of her sister's upcoming wedding in glamorous Rome. Desperate to avoid the pitiful glances and incessant questions, she concocts a plan: find a fake boyfriend to bring along.
Enter Elliot Hill, the infuriatingly charming next-door neighbor whose unforgettable prank from high school still lingers in her mind like a bad dream. To her shock, Elliot agrees to play the part, and what starts as a mutual agreement spiral into an unexpected adventure through the streets of Rome’s breathtaking beauty. As Aurora and Elliot navigate the tangled web of pretend romance, sparks fly, and she begins to uncover the layers of Elliot’s life beyond her past grievances.
Is it possible that the prophecy she felt bound by could be rewritten?
Enter Elliot Hill, the infuriatingly charming next-door neighbor whose unforgettable prank from high school still lingers in her mind like a bad dream. To her shock, Elliot agrees to play the part, and what starts as a mutual agreement spiral into an unexpected adventure through the streets of Rome’s breathtaking beauty. As Aurora and Elliot navigate the tangled web of pretend romance, sparks fly, and she begins to uncover the layers of Elliot’s life beyond her past grievances.
Is it possible that the prophecy she felt bound by could be rewritten?
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Published June 15, 2025
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About the author
Shira De Rooij
9 books8 followersShira De Rooij is a romance author.
Since she was a little girl she loved creating stories in her head and write poems and stories in her journal.
She's always loved the idea of writing about all the sides and shapes of love, and capturing moments like the first kiss or a sweet love confession.
She likes painting, and learning new languages and completely obsessed with Taylor swift, Kdramas and Harry Potter.
You can catch her active on instagram
(@shirader), where she posts and updates about her books and writing journey.
Since she was a little girl she loved creating stories in her head and write poems and stories in her journal.
She's always loved the idea of writing about all the sides and shapes of love, and capturing moments like the first kiss or a sweet love confession.
She likes painting, and learning new languages and completely obsessed with Taylor swift, Kdramas and Harry Potter.
You can catch her active on instagram
(@shirader), where she posts and updates about her books and writing journey.
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June 15, 2025
Thank you to Shira De Rooij for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 / 5
This was such a sweet romance with a fake dating setup and a stunning Rome backdrop, the vibes were dreamy 🇮🇹💫
Aurora is a former ballerina who’s been through so much, still holding on to the pain of losing her dream after tragic accident and constantly comparing herself to the people around her who have found love.
Then there’s Elliott, her childhood classmate turned neighbor, who accidentally pulled her into a prank back in high school and ruined her big shot. She hates him. But when she needs a fake boyfriend for her sister Violet's wedding in Rome, he agrees… only if she stops playing piano at night 💀🤭
He was honestly the standout, supportive, patient, and carrying his own emotional weight after losing his father and raising his brother Johnny. I really loved getting to know his side of the story too.
One of the things I really loved was how Elliott gently encouraged Aurora to discover a new passion for singing. He helped her rediscover fun, teaching her soccer, taking her exploring around Rome, and encouraging her to step outside her comfort zone. It was so sweet seeing her find joy again, especially after missing out on so much in her teen years.
My only gripe was that some of the emotional beats felt repetitive, and the writing really needed tighter editing. I noticed quite a few grammar errors, which distracted me a bit.
Still, It’s charming, comforting read about second chances (not romantically, but in life) and learning to open your heart again.
Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 / 5
This was such a sweet romance with a fake dating setup and a stunning Rome backdrop, the vibes were dreamy 🇮🇹💫
Aurora is a former ballerina who’s been through so much, still holding on to the pain of losing her dream after tragic accident and constantly comparing herself to the people around her who have found love.
Then there’s Elliott, her childhood classmate turned neighbor, who accidentally pulled her into a prank back in high school and ruined her big shot. She hates him. But when she needs a fake boyfriend for her sister Violet's wedding in Rome, he agrees… only if she stops playing piano at night 💀🤭
He was honestly the standout, supportive, patient, and carrying his own emotional weight after losing his father and raising his brother Johnny. I really loved getting to know his side of the story too.
One of the things I really loved was how Elliott gently encouraged Aurora to discover a new passion for singing. He helped her rediscover fun, teaching her soccer, taking her exploring around Rome, and encouraging her to step outside her comfort zone. It was so sweet seeing her find joy again, especially after missing out on so much in her teen years.
My only gripe was that some of the emotional beats felt repetitive, and the writing really needed tighter editing. I noticed quite a few grammar errors, which distracted me a bit.
Still, It’s charming, comforting read about second chances (not romantically, but in life) and learning to open your heart again.
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