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Doing It for the Plot
Cassie's not looking for love. She's just doing it for the plot...
Cassie is looking for a man. She knows exactly what she doesn't want: no one with a podcast or more Instagram followers than her, and definitely no one who is 'in between jobs'. It should be easy enough, but London's soul-crushing dating scene (and her dry spell) is making it harder than it should be...
So when Cassie comes across OuiMeet, an app for hiring escorts, she signs up as a laugh. Until she sees Jericho – smooth and sexy, he's just her type. Their chemistry in person is electric too, and it's just a little bit of fun... right?
The rules of their arrangement are clear, but there's just one problem: she's starting to fall for him...
Bridget Jones's Diary meets The Wedding Date in this hilarious, witty and unputdownable romance about a woman who hires an escort after a string of bad dates and ends up falling for him.
Cassie is looking for a man. She knows exactly what she doesn't want: no one with a podcast or more Instagram followers than her, and definitely no one who is 'in between jobs'. It should be easy enough, but London's soul-crushing dating scene (and her dry spell) is making it harder than it should be...
So when Cassie comes across OuiMeet, an app for hiring escorts, she signs up as a laugh. Until she sees Jericho – smooth and sexy, he's just her type. Their chemistry in person is electric too, and it's just a little bit of fun... right?
The rules of their arrangement are clear, but there's just one problem: she's starting to fall for him...
Bridget Jones's Diary meets The Wedding Date in this hilarious, witty and unputdownable romance about a woman who hires an escort after a string of bad dates and ends up falling for him.
345 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 23, 2026
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July 23, 2026
Funny, chaotic and just wild… this book had me laughing out loud.
Cassie is struggling in the dating world. She’s tried it all, right down to the dating apps, and when nothing seems to be working, she decides to take a chance and joins an escorting site. That’s where she meets Jericho.
Sis starts spending a lot of money talking to him on the phone, going on dates and inviting him over for some private time. It was becoming concerning! The arrangement is supposed to be casual and fun, but neither of them expects to catch feelings. As they both start crossing the boundaries they agreed on, it becomes obvious that this is turning into something more.
Cassie is Ghanaian, so she can’t help but worry about what her family will think. I really enjoyed seeing her navigate those expectations while trying to figure out what she actually wanted for herself.
One of my favourite parts of the book was Cassie’s friendship with Sade. That one friend who tells us the truth, even when we don’t want to hear it. She kept it real from beginning to end.
The family dynamics were another standout. As the oldest daughter, Cassie finds herself carrying so much of her divorced parents expectations and emotional baggage, so it was great to see her finally start setting boundaries. And her mum’s wedding? Let’s just say there was no shortage of drama.
And can we talk about that creepy colleague? The drama surrounding him had me rolling my eyes.
Overall, this was such a fun romcom. It was messy, funny and full of drama, and I had such a good time reading it. I would definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a romance that will make you laugh.
Cassie is struggling in the dating world. She’s tried it all, right down to the dating apps, and when nothing seems to be working, she decides to take a chance and joins an escorting site. That’s where she meets Jericho.
Sis starts spending a lot of money talking to him on the phone, going on dates and inviting him over for some private time. It was becoming concerning! The arrangement is supposed to be casual and fun, but neither of them expects to catch feelings. As they both start crossing the boundaries they agreed on, it becomes obvious that this is turning into something more.
Cassie is Ghanaian, so she can’t help but worry about what her family will think. I really enjoyed seeing her navigate those expectations while trying to figure out what she actually wanted for herself.
One of my favourite parts of the book was Cassie’s friendship with Sade. That one friend who tells us the truth, even when we don’t want to hear it. She kept it real from beginning to end.
The family dynamics were another standout. As the oldest daughter, Cassie finds herself carrying so much of her divorced parents expectations and emotional baggage, so it was great to see her finally start setting boundaries. And her mum’s wedding? Let’s just say there was no shortage of drama.
And can we talk about that creepy colleague? The drama surrounding him had me rolling my eyes.
Overall, this was such a fun romcom. It was messy, funny and full of drama, and I had such a good time reading it. I would definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a romance that will make you laugh.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This was a fun read that at times was way too relatable—from dating horror stories and workplace issues, to parental expectations and an inability to beat Phantom Ganon in TotK! I found myself empathising a lot with Cassie because, let’s face it, dating is THE WORST and I too am the eldest daughter in a non-white family.
The main conflict however didn’t make sense (though it’s quite interesting if you analyse how the gender roles are reversed from typical romance plots). But it’s resolved in a dramatic way that ties everything up in a neat bow.
The books strengths lie in its humorous delivery, the strong healthy friendships Cassie has, and its relatable depiction of modern dating and family pressures.
Thank you Orion Publishing Books and NetGalley for the ARC
The main conflict however didn’t make sense (though it’s quite interesting if you analyse how the gender roles are reversed from typical romance plots). But it’s resolved in a dramatic way that ties everything up in a neat bow.
The books strengths lie in its humorous delivery, the strong healthy friendships Cassie has, and its relatable depiction of modern dating and family pressures.
Thank you Orion Publishing Books and NetGalley for the ARC
July 23, 2026
Thank you to NG for the arc.
3.5 stars rounded down. An enjoyable and relatable read. I particularly enjoyed the humour and that this was set so close to home. As well as the family dynamics and friendship between her and Sade.
I think for a romance it was a little too long and drawn out (lots of unnecessary detail at times) but overall it was an easy read and the plus size FMC was great to see.
3.5 stars rounded down. An enjoyable and relatable read. I particularly enjoyed the humour and that this was set so close to home. As well as the family dynamics and friendship between her and Sade.
I think for a romance it was a little too long and drawn out (lots of unnecessary detail at times) but overall it was an easy read and the plus size FMC was great to see.
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