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PR STUNT
Hollywood's sweetheart.
Hollywood's bad boy.
And a PR stunt that's about to break the internet.
Charlie Grace has spent years curating the perfect image, poised, polished, always in control. Grayson Cole is a tabloid dream, reckless, charming, and always in the headlines for all the wrong reasons.
So when one photo sends the internet spiraling into a frenzy, their teams see the perfect fake a relationship, ride the headlines, and make everyone believe it.
The rules are
• Play the part.
• Sell the chemistry.
• Don't actually fall for each other.
But in a world where image is everything, the real problem isn't the cameras. It's what happens when the lines start to blur.
PR STUNT is a sizzling, slow burn romance filled with undeniable tension, Hollywood glamour, and a love story that might just rewrite the script...
Hollywood's bad boy.
And a PR stunt that's about to break the internet.
Charlie Grace has spent years curating the perfect image, poised, polished, always in control. Grayson Cole is a tabloid dream, reckless, charming, and always in the headlines for all the wrong reasons.
So when one photo sends the internet spiraling into a frenzy, their teams see the perfect fake a relationship, ride the headlines, and make everyone believe it.
The rules are
• Play the part.
• Sell the chemistry.
• Don't actually fall for each other.
But in a world where image is everything, the real problem isn't the cameras. It's what happens when the lines start to blur.
PR STUNT is a sizzling, slow burn romance filled with undeniable tension, Hollywood glamour, and a love story that might just rewrite the script...
- GenresForced Proximity
380 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 13, 2026
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September 15, 2026
4.5 stars! What an amazing debut romance book. PR Stunt was everything I needed in a lighthearted rom-com. An ode to all things girly and fun!
I adored the celebrity romance aspect. Charlie was a confident, type A FMC, and I loved her work ethic and dedication to her craft. She complemented Grayson so well. They had fantastic banter, and it was hilarious how he pushed her buttons. Yet she slowly grew accustomed to pushing his right back. And they had so many humorous scenes that stemmed from their fake dates, such as the mud race. I loved all of the staged (and not staged) dates. So many fun locations...beach resorts, galas, and motorcycle rides!
The pacing as a whole was great. I specifically loved the pacing of the romantic relationship. It felt like Charlie and Grayson progressed naturally as they spent more and more time together. And the slow burn build-up was everything.
I would've liked to see a bit more of Charlie's backstory + how she got into acting. Also maybe a bit more how Grayson had to deal with being the breadwinner of his family growing up and how he worked through that trauma. But this was such a cute romance, and perfect if you're in the mood for something lighthearted, comedic, and fun!
Thank you so much to the author for sending me a copy of PR Stunt. As always, my reviews are one hundred percent voluntary and all opinions are my own :)
I adored the celebrity romance aspect. Charlie was a confident, type A FMC, and I loved her work ethic and dedication to her craft. She complemented Grayson so well. They had fantastic banter, and it was hilarious how he pushed her buttons. Yet she slowly grew accustomed to pushing his right back. And they had so many humorous scenes that stemmed from their fake dates, such as the mud race. I loved all of the staged (and not staged) dates. So many fun locations...beach resorts, galas, and motorcycle rides!
The pacing as a whole was great. I specifically loved the pacing of the romantic relationship. It felt like Charlie and Grayson progressed naturally as they spent more and more time together. And the slow burn build-up was everything.
I would've liked to see a bit more of Charlie's backstory + how she got into acting. Also maybe a bit more how Grayson had to deal with being the breadwinner of his family growing up and how he worked through that trauma. But this was such a cute romance, and perfect if you're in the mood for something lighthearted, comedic, and fun!
Thank you so much to the author for sending me a copy of PR Stunt. As always, my reviews are one hundred percent voluntary and all opinions are my own :)
Review of advance copy received from Author
Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, showstopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before...
September 10, 2026
4.5⭐️s ARC from the author - this was so delicate, sweet & witty. So much fun!!!
August 13, 2026
Advance Review Copy received from the author 🤍
This book was a HUGE wow wow wow!!!
And the PR + fake dating + all the build-up?! 👀 I LOVED IT. This was actually my first time reading a book with this kind of storyline, and I really, really enjoyed it. I was completely invested.
I’ve read a lot of books in my life, but honestly, this one was such a favorite. It was so easy and quick to read. You immediately get pulled into the story, and there’s never a dull moment. There’s always a scene, an action, or something happening that keeps the story moving.
I absolutely loved the characters, but seriously, Grayson, what a man. This couple was so lovable and easy to connect with, and I really enjoyed how simple and fluid the writing was. Everything was well explained, with the perfect descriptions to make you feel like you’re in the story.
For a first book, honestly: 15/10 for Bailey Marshall 🫶🏼 I truly hope she writes more books because I will absolutely be there for all of them.
My only. ONLY. little negative point and honestly, this book is a 10/10 otherwise is that I would have LOVED to have Grayson’s POV 😭
I’m such a big fan of dual POVs, and honestly, I would have paid good money to know what was going on inside Grayson’s head. I would have loved to see the story from his perspective and know what he was thinking during certain moments. But that’s literally my only complaint.
Such a huge favorite 💗 10/10, and I need more! Thank you for this amazing book!
This book was a HUGE wow wow wow!!!
And the PR + fake dating + all the build-up?! 👀 I LOVED IT. This was actually my first time reading a book with this kind of storyline, and I really, really enjoyed it. I was completely invested.
I’ve read a lot of books in my life, but honestly, this one was such a favorite. It was so easy and quick to read. You immediately get pulled into the story, and there’s never a dull moment. There’s always a scene, an action, or something happening that keeps the story moving.
I absolutely loved the characters, but seriously, Grayson, what a man. This couple was so lovable and easy to connect with, and I really enjoyed how simple and fluid the writing was. Everything was well explained, with the perfect descriptions to make you feel like you’re in the story.
For a first book, honestly: 15/10 for Bailey Marshall 🫶🏼 I truly hope she writes more books because I will absolutely be there for all of them.
My only. ONLY. little negative point and honestly, this book is a 10/10 otherwise is that I would have LOVED to have Grayson’s POV 😭
I’m such a big fan of dual POVs, and honestly, I would have paid good money to know what was going on inside Grayson’s head. I would have loved to see the story from his perspective and know what he was thinking during certain moments. But that’s literally my only complaint.
Such a huge favorite 💗 10/10, and I need more! Thank you for this amazing book!
September 23, 2026
4.5 ⭐️
I was hooked just a few pages in (shoutout Açai Dude) and the slow burn was well worth the wait. Bailey made Charlie, despite being a celebrity, feel relatable by balancing her vulnerability with professional strengths, and her mansion with sushi and wine nights.
I was already hoping for a sequel before I hit 80%. More from Juno’s perspective maybe? The foundations for a whole universe are there. I hope this impressive debut isn’t the only book we get from Bailey.
I was hooked just a few pages in (shoutout Açai Dude) and the slow burn was well worth the wait. Bailey made Charlie, despite being a celebrity, feel relatable by balancing her vulnerability with professional strengths, and her mansion with sushi and wine nights.
I was already hoping for a sequel before I hit 80%. More from Juno’s perspective maybe? The foundations for a whole universe are there. I hope this impressive debut isn’t the only book we get from Bailey.
August 10, 2026
Review of advanced copy received from author
I never knew I loved the forced proximity trope so much until I read this. This book was genuinely so good, it got me out of a reading slump and out me in a good mood when I wasn’t feeling the best. Normally I’m very picking about fake dating but oh my gosh this was literally perfect. I genuinely can’t wait to read more from the author.
I never knew I loved the forced proximity trope so much until I read this. This book was genuinely so good, it got me out of a reading slump and out me in a good mood when I wasn’t feeling the best. Normally I’m very picking about fake dating but oh my gosh this was literally perfect. I genuinely can’t wait to read more from the author.
September 7, 2026
I absolutely DEVOURED this book!!! It is the perfect early 2000's romcom movie vibes. I loved the slow burn, the banter, the setting, and even the little twist at the end!!! Must read for all the romance girlies 🎥📖🍸💗
August 5, 2026
Ooh we love a fake dating trope! These two had spicy chemistry, hilarious banter and Charlie had so many relatable qualities. Got to read this one early, crushed in about a day !
Sayulita was hotttt.
Sayulita was hotttt.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 28, 2026
4.5 ⭐️💕Slow burn PERFECTION
This book is genuinely so witty, their banter is just TOO perfect!!
From page 10 I was literally eating this uup! As soon as we got our first Grayson appearance at the gala i was locked innn
Overview of “the plan”
They’re PR Dating, so that she looks more “human”, her team wants to reshape her image, people see her as too perfect and she wants to seem more relatable. Casting directors don’t see her for gritty roles. So the goal with Grayson is that she saw past the Hollywood “bad boy” image and took a chance on him.
Meanwhile Grayson, is always in the headlines for being with someone new and being late. This plan will make him seem professional like he can actually be with someone long term.
He’s soooo flirty from the second we meet him, already asking her if he wants to sneak off with him!! Everything he says JUST TOO GOOD IM CHEESING EAR TO EAR!! He has the BEST one liners.
The subtle acotar references they had me geeked 🤓
“Are you reading about my book boyfriend?"
If Grayson Cole could ever look embarrassed, this might be it. "I told you," he says, leaning casually against the doorway. " needed to know what I was competing against." !!!!!
"And? Thoughts?" I glance at his non-pointy ears. "You do realize you're missing the crucial part. High Fae.""I have the most important features, though." !!!!!
super unexpected plot twist with the stalker, but I was lowkey like: her assistant wouldn’t leave a flower on her bed 👀 so that was a fun addition to the storyline and bring them together 🤍
This book is genuinely so witty, their banter is just TOO perfect!!
From page 10 I was literally eating this uup! As soon as we got our first Grayson appearance at the gala i was locked innn
Overview of “the plan”
They’re PR Dating, so that she looks more “human”, her team wants to reshape her image, people see her as too perfect and she wants to seem more relatable. Casting directors don’t see her for gritty roles. So the goal with Grayson is that she saw past the Hollywood “bad boy” image and took a chance on him.
Meanwhile Grayson, is always in the headlines for being with someone new and being late. This plan will make him seem professional like he can actually be with someone long term.
He’s soooo flirty from the second we meet him, already asking her if he wants to sneak off with him!! Everything he says JUST TOO GOOD IM CHEESING EAR TO EAR!! He has the BEST one liners.
The subtle acotar references they had me geeked 🤓
“Are you reading about my book boyfriend?"
If Grayson Cole could ever look embarrassed, this might be it. "I told you," he says, leaning casually against the doorway. " needed to know what I was competing against." !!!!!
"And? Thoughts?" I glance at his non-pointy ears. "You do realize you're missing the crucial part. High Fae.""I have the most important features, though." !!!!!
super unexpected plot twist with the stalker, but I was lowkey like: her assistant wouldn’t leave a flower on her bed 👀 so that was a fun addition to the storyline and bring them together 🤍
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 15, 2026
Thank you so much for an ARC of PR Stunt! THIS BOOK! I have recently taken a break from reading fake dating/Hollywood tropes because I feel like they can often be surface level. This book made me love the fake dating trope again. Both Charlie and Grayson felt very well-rounded and I found myself wanting the best for them. Sometimes I find it hard to connect to Hollywood characters, but these two were so human and I loved watching them grow.
I can’t put my finger on it specifically, but I loved the writing style. Every description felt purposeful. The confessions of love felt genuine.
Spoiler: at the beginning of the book, Grayson and Charlie sign a contract about their fake dating and as a reader you find out all of the things they have agreed to do together. Despite knowing what they had planned, each arranged meeting/date felt unique. It didn’t feel like we were just checking a box. Each time they had a plan, Grayson tweaked it a little bit to show that he truly was falling for her. Kicking my FEET!!
I really enjoyed this book. I would love to read more from Bailey Marshall in the future!!
I can’t put my finger on it specifically, but I loved the writing style. Every description felt purposeful. The confessions of love felt genuine.
Spoiler: at the beginning of the book, Grayson and Charlie sign a contract about their fake dating and as a reader you find out all of the things they have agreed to do together. Despite knowing what they had planned, each arranged meeting/date felt unique. It didn’t feel like we were just checking a box. Each time they had a plan, Grayson tweaked it a little bit to show that he truly was falling for her. Kicking my FEET!!
I really enjoyed this book. I would love to read more from Bailey Marshall in the future!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 13, 2026
Disclosure: This book was provided as an Advance Review Copy (ARC), in exchange for an honest review. Receiving an ARC never influences my rating or opinions.
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I am absolutely blown away that this is a debut novel, Bailey Marshall did such an amazing job with this book.
The whole feel of the book felt very much like an 2000’s rom-com. It had me kicking my feet and giggling CONSTANTLY. I can absolutely tell that this will be in my reread rotation.
The slow burn in this book was fantastic, it really did pay tribute to the dedication “Being vulnerable is sexy”. If how to loose a guy in 10 days is your vibe, you will fall in love with Charlie and Grayson. The little hints of a more sublte plot line was great and didn’t over shadow the slow burn.
Typically I love getting a dual POV, but I liked that we really dug into Charlie’s insecurities while still getting to see Grayson’s laid out later on.
I will be needing to get a phyiscal trophy of this for my book shelf immediately.
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I am absolutely blown away that this is a debut novel, Bailey Marshall did such an amazing job with this book.
The whole feel of the book felt very much like an 2000’s rom-com. It had me kicking my feet and giggling CONSTANTLY. I can absolutely tell that this will be in my reread rotation.
The slow burn in this book was fantastic, it really did pay tribute to the dedication “Being vulnerable is sexy”. If how to loose a guy in 10 days is your vibe, you will fall in love with Charlie and Grayson. The little hints of a more sublte plot line was great and didn’t over shadow the slow burn.
Typically I love getting a dual POV, but I liked that we really dug into Charlie’s insecurities while still getting to see Grayson’s laid out later on.
I will be needing to get a phyiscal trophy of this for my book shelf immediately.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thankful to have received this ARC!!!!
Coming from someone who has been in a reading slump for literal MONTHS… this book may have been the cure?! 👀
I’m not typically someone who reaches for fake dating, but the way it was done in this book just WORKED. It felt natural and actually made sense for the story. Add in the California setting, celebrity vibes, slow burn, tension and banter?! I mean how cute, I was HOOKED. It really gave me romcom vibes that you get when you watch your favourite movie from back in the day.
Charlie & Grayson had me invested from the second I picked up this book I found myself wanting to keep reading instead of forcing myself to pick up the book. I mean truly it’s taken me months to get through books lately so the fact that I stayed up late to FINISH this one…. That should tell you how much I enjoyed it. 😂
For a debut novel, I am BLOWN AWAY. Great job Bailey, I can’t wait to get my hands on a physical copy of this one!!
Coming from someone who has been in a reading slump for literal MONTHS… this book may have been the cure?! 👀
I’m not typically someone who reaches for fake dating, but the way it was done in this book just WORKED. It felt natural and actually made sense for the story. Add in the California setting, celebrity vibes, slow burn, tension and banter?! I mean how cute, I was HOOKED. It really gave me romcom vibes that you get when you watch your favourite movie from back in the day.
Charlie & Grayson had me invested from the second I picked up this book I found myself wanting to keep reading instead of forcing myself to pick up the book. I mean truly it’s taken me months to get through books lately so the fact that I stayed up late to FINISH this one…. That should tell you how much I enjoyed it. 😂
For a debut novel, I am BLOWN AWAY. Great job Bailey, I can’t wait to get my hands on a physical copy of this one!!
September 4, 2026
Advance Review Copy received by the author!
This book was everything to me, as I only read romance books, they often get repetitive, so being able to hook me from the start is something I need; and this book delivered!!! From the PR stunt to the fake dating, I loved it all. Let me not forget the addictive banter and the complete desire between the characters. This book truly made me go through all emotions: laughing out loud from Charlies commentary, blushing from the spicy scenes and happiness by reading Grayson and Charlie fall blindly in love. Not to mention, the nickname, "Miss Grace" I'm sat.
Glad to have had the chance to read it early, it really is a great book!
This book was everything to me, as I only read romance books, they often get repetitive, so being able to hook me from the start is something I need; and this book delivered!!! From the PR stunt to the fake dating, I loved it all. Let me not forget the addictive banter and the complete desire between the characters. This book truly made me go through all emotions: laughing out loud from Charlies commentary, blushing from the spicy scenes and happiness by reading Grayson and Charlie fall blindly in love. Not to mention, the nickname, "Miss Grace" I'm sat.
Glad to have had the chance to read it early, it really is a great book!
August 30, 2026
I am so excited to say that I was one of the lucky people that got the arc of this book!
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I’m gonna keep this one spoiler free so people who want to read it get to see this review
But man, oh man, do I want this in a physical copy ✌︎('ω')✌︎
For this to her debut novel it was GREAT!!! I was in for all the drama!!! I love a good fake dating, celebrity drama, he falls first trope and this HIT the SPOT ƪ(˘⌣˘)ʃ
I love Charlie and Grayson together ughhh I have a lot to say but don’t wanna spoil so I’ll end it here
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I’m gonna keep this one spoiler free so people who want to read it get to see this review
But man, oh man, do I want this in a physical copy ✌︎('ω')✌︎
For this to her debut novel it was GREAT!!! I was in for all the drama!!! I love a good fake dating, celebrity drama, he falls first trope and this HIT the SPOT ƪ(˘⌣˘)ʃ
I love Charlie and Grayson together ughhh I have a lot to say but don’t wanna spoil so I’ll end it here
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September 23, 2026
Absolutely loved this book and completely fell in love with Charlie and Grayson! Their tension and chemistry were so palpable, and I loved that their relationship slowly shift from a PR stunt into something that felt so real.
I loved the slow burn and also loved that they both felt like full characters outside of the romance, which made me even more invested in them as a couple.
This was such a fun, addictive read and one of those books where you genuinely don’t want to say goodbye to the characters when it’s over
I loved the slow burn and also loved that they both felt like full characters outside of the romance, which made me even more invested in them as a couple.
This was such a fun, addictive read and one of those books where you genuinely don’t want to say goodbye to the characters when it’s over
September 7, 2026
Loved this rom com debut novel! The author nailed it with the 2000's movie vibes and the ending had an unexpected twist that made everything come together so well!
September 21, 2026
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I really liked how this celebrity romance actually had aspects of their life as a celebrity and it wasn’t just some background information!
I really liked how this celebrity romance actually had aspects of their life as a celebrity and it wasn’t just some background information!
September 24, 2026
This book was soooo good! Just the right amount of everything to keep you hooked! I cannot wait for another book by Bailey!!
October 26, 2026
Such a fun read! I love a slow burn romance
August 23, 2026
Loved this romance read! Fake dating, close proximity, and spice 🌶️! It was a fast paced read for me. Each chapter made me want to read more. Also love the cover !
September 23, 2026
Amazing book!
Perfect romance book for romance lovers.
Easy and a fun read.
Couldn’t put it down.
Perfect romance book for romance lovers.
Easy and a fun read.
Couldn’t put it down.
September 27, 2026
Sat down to read a couple chapters but ended up finishing the whole thing. This book was so much fun. Loved being a part of these characters story. I’ve found a new obsession with Grayson Cole. Not only was this book fun, it also touches on some REAL topics like vulnerability and the downsides of being a public figure. So excited to see what future work Bailey Marshall does!
September 27, 2026
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! I couldn’t put it down! Such an easy read, great characters and just the right amount of spice 🌶️😍 I immediately fell in love with the characters and every page left me wanting more. I cannot wait for Bailey to write more books!!!
October 24, 2026
Flew through this book in a couple of days!! Such a fun read👏 slow burn & fake dating?! YES! Such a great debut novel by Bailey🔥🔥
September 28, 2026
This was such an unexpectedly fun read. Absolutely recommend!
Thank you for such an enjoyable read Bailey Marshall!💗
Thank you for such an enjoyable read Bailey Marshall!💗
September 25, 2026
Loved it!! I had a long, exhausting week and still couldn't put this down. Such a great slow burn that kept me hooked from start to finish. We NEED a part 2! 🙌
Review of advance copy received from Author
🎬 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗜 𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗻'𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝗵𝗮𝗱. The aesthetic. The atmosphere. The writing. I ate it all up. 🍽️
Bailey's writing immediately drew me in. It felt like poetry at times, and it was so easy to get completely lost in Charlie's world. It's probably why I have an excessive amount of highlights that are just Charlie's outfits, makeup, food, and the setting. Charlie is THAT girl. ✨ Every outfit, every makeup look, every meal... everything felt so vividly written that I could picture it effortlessly.
I'm usually a first person dual POV girl, so I was genuinely surprised by how much I loved experiencing this story entirely through Charlie. Would I have devoured Grayson's POV? Without a doubt, but not knowing exactly what Grayson was thinking added just enough mystery & kept me reading into every little interaction between them.
And Grayson 🤏🏽🤏🏽🤏🏽
If your love language is an MMC who actually pays attention, this man is for YOU. 🫦🫦 His confidence, the teasing, THE BIKE. UGH. Chefs kiss.
Such an incredible debut, and I can't wait to see what Bailey cooks up next. 👩🍳💋
⚠️ SPOILERS BELOW ⚠️
Okay... NOW we can talk about it.
Going into this, I was expecting a cute, low-stakes contemporary romance with fake dating, good banter, and immaculate vibes. I was not expecting a stalker plot to sneak up on me! As a dark romance reader, I should've known better, but my morally grey loving brain immediately decided it was Grayson being romantic. 💀😂
Once everything clicked, I immediately wanted to go back and reread it. Those are my favorite kinds of twists. The ones that make you realize the clues were there without making you feel like they were being shoved in your face. 🤏🏽🤏🏽🤏🏽
Freddy was CREEPY. 😭 What got me wasn’t that he was some over-the-top villain hiding in the shadows. It was how normal he seemed. Looking back and realizing how long he’d been watching Charlie and the way he’d twisted completely innocent interactions in his own head… absolutely not. 🤢
Grayson 💚 I love that Grayson never relied on one huge grand gesture to make an impression. It was all the little things that slowly added up. Remembering Charlie's margarita order because of one offhand comment she'd made earlier? Reading her romantasy just because he wanted to understand why she loved it so much? Bringing her breakfast? Those little moments said so much more about who he was than any over-the-top declaration.
A few honorable mentions... 🤓
Charlie saving Grayson as Stank Breath in her phone had me laughing every time it came up. “You made my contact name Stank Breath?” 💀 I was cackle laughing!! Their banter never missed.
“Goodnight, Charlie. By the way… You owe me a new shirt for drooling on it.” 🤣🤣🤣🤣
The Shrek debate! "You're a dronkey." 😂 I've never heard the word dronkey before, but now it's permanently part of my vocabulary. And as a fellow Shrek 1 stan... I had to side with Grayson on this one. 💚😌
The food deserves an honorable mention too. 😂 Between the sushi, tuna tartare, Greys eggs, smoothie bowls, and everything else, I don't think I made it through a single meal scene without wanting a snack.
💬 Favorite Quotes
"The offer stands."
"What offer?" I grit out.
His mouth curves, slow and lethal.
"That ride." 👀
"I wouldn't touch you even if you got on your knees and prayed for it." 🛐
"Is that what you like, sweetheart?" he murmurs, voice lower now. "Me on my knees, before you? Worshipping you?" 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵
"You're staring."
"I'm admiring." 🥹
"Jalapeño margarita for her, and I'll take a Modelo." 🍹😭😭
"My perfect doll." 🤢 NO BECAUSE IM SICKK in the best way 🤣
Bailey's writing immediately drew me in. It felt like poetry at times, and it was so easy to get completely lost in Charlie's world. It's probably why I have an excessive amount of highlights that are just Charlie's outfits, makeup, food, and the setting. Charlie is THAT girl. ✨ Every outfit, every makeup look, every meal... everything felt so vividly written that I could picture it effortlessly.
I'm usually a first person dual POV girl, so I was genuinely surprised by how much I loved experiencing this story entirely through Charlie. Would I have devoured Grayson's POV? Without a doubt, but not knowing exactly what Grayson was thinking added just enough mystery & kept me reading into every little interaction between them.
And Grayson 🤏🏽🤏🏽🤏🏽
If your love language is an MMC who actually pays attention, this man is for YOU. 🫦🫦 His confidence, the teasing, THE BIKE. UGH. Chefs kiss.
Such an incredible debut, and I can't wait to see what Bailey cooks up next. 👩🍳💋
⚠️ SPOILERS BELOW ⚠️
Okay... NOW we can talk about it.
Going into this, I was expecting a cute, low-stakes contemporary romance with fake dating, good banter, and immaculate vibes. I was not expecting a stalker plot to sneak up on me! As a dark romance reader, I should've known better, but my morally grey loving brain immediately decided it was Grayson being romantic. 💀😂
Once everything clicked, I immediately wanted to go back and reread it. Those are my favorite kinds of twists. The ones that make you realize the clues were there without making you feel like they were being shoved in your face. 🤏🏽🤏🏽🤏🏽
Freddy was CREEPY. 😭 What got me wasn’t that he was some over-the-top villain hiding in the shadows. It was how normal he seemed. Looking back and realizing how long he’d been watching Charlie and the way he’d twisted completely innocent interactions in his own head… absolutely not. 🤢
Grayson 💚 I love that Grayson never relied on one huge grand gesture to make an impression. It was all the little things that slowly added up. Remembering Charlie's margarita order because of one offhand comment she'd made earlier? Reading her romantasy just because he wanted to understand why she loved it so much? Bringing her breakfast? Those little moments said so much more about who he was than any over-the-top declaration.
A few honorable mentions... 🤓
Charlie saving Grayson as Stank Breath in her phone had me laughing every time it came up. “You made my contact name Stank Breath?” 💀 I was cackle laughing!! Their banter never missed.
“Goodnight, Charlie. By the way… You owe me a new shirt for drooling on it.” 🤣🤣🤣🤣
The Shrek debate! "You're a dronkey." 😂 I've never heard the word dronkey before, but now it's permanently part of my vocabulary. And as a fellow Shrek 1 stan... I had to side with Grayson on this one. 💚😌
The food deserves an honorable mention too. 😂 Between the sushi, tuna tartare, Greys eggs, smoothie bowls, and everything else, I don't think I made it through a single meal scene without wanting a snack.
💬 Favorite Quotes
"The offer stands."
"What offer?" I grit out.
His mouth curves, slow and lethal.
"That ride." 👀
"I wouldn't touch you even if you got on your knees and prayed for it." 🛐
"Is that what you like, sweetheart?" he murmurs, voice lower now. "Me on my knees, before you? Worshipping you?" 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵
"You're staring."
"I'm admiring." 🥹
"Jalapeño margarita for her, and I'll take a Modelo." 🍹😭😭
"My perfect doll." 🤢 NO BECAUSE IM SICKK in the best way 🤣
Review of advance copy received from Author
Advanced Review Copy received from the author <3
I feel speechless. All I can say right now is WOW.
I've read lots of fake dating tropes, but I didn't know I needed it celebrity-style! I'm very big on following celebrity drama, who they're dating, what happens BTS, etc, and this book just gave all of that.
PR Stunt felt like such an easy summer read! Whenever I put it down, I was able to pick it back up and continue where I left off easily. I was immediately immersed in this book and felt heavily connected to Charlie and Grayson. Bailey has a way of making both characters super relatable. Especially Charlie! She felt like a best friend, and I loved that Bailey was able to make her feel very familiar.
And don't even get me started on Grayson, SUCH A MAN!!! I absolutely loved his characteristics and how he was able to get under Charlie's skin without even trying. This couple was hard not to cheer for. The banter, the TENSION, the slow burn! UGH, I just kept waiting for that kiss, a touch, and when it finally came, it just felt so special, and I couldn't help but get giddy at these two.
The Mexico trip was SO needed. If anything, I wish they got their vacation extension, but I loved how real it felt. Two celebrities only getting a week off for a vacation sounds about right. It really was a turning point for Char and Gray. They were able to get more real and vulnerable with each other, and I feel like that was such an important step for their relationship to grow.
I do wish Grayson had some POV chapters so I could get more of a feel for who he was inside, and what he was actually thinking about Charlie, BUT I do love the creative intention Bailey took with just giving us Charlie's POV. It gave Grayson more of a mysterious persona, and when he was finally able to open up to Charlie, it just felt freeing. Like YES, I love a man who speaks his feelings.
This book was definitely a 10/10, and I can't wait for the general public to experience this greatness. The fact that this is Bailey's DEBUT novel is insane. You would think she's written a few books because of the attention to detail in each scene in this beauty of a book.
Bailey, I am so incredibly proud of you, and I can't thank you enough for giving me the privilege to read this book. I seriously can't wait for whatever project you have lined up next because I can't stop thinking about Charlie and Grayson.
I feel speechless. All I can say right now is WOW.
I've read lots of fake dating tropes, but I didn't know I needed it celebrity-style! I'm very big on following celebrity drama, who they're dating, what happens BTS, etc, and this book just gave all of that.
PR Stunt felt like such an easy summer read! Whenever I put it down, I was able to pick it back up and continue where I left off easily. I was immediately immersed in this book and felt heavily connected to Charlie and Grayson. Bailey has a way of making both characters super relatable. Especially Charlie! She felt like a best friend, and I loved that Bailey was able to make her feel very familiar.
And don't even get me started on Grayson, SUCH A MAN!!! I absolutely loved his characteristics and how he was able to get under Charlie's skin without even trying. This couple was hard not to cheer for. The banter, the TENSION, the slow burn! UGH, I just kept waiting for that kiss, a touch, and when it finally came, it just felt so special, and I couldn't help but get giddy at these two.
The Mexico trip was SO needed. If anything, I wish they got their vacation extension, but I loved how real it felt. Two celebrities only getting a week off for a vacation sounds about right. It really was a turning point for Char and Gray. They were able to get more real and vulnerable with each other, and I feel like that was such an important step for their relationship to grow.
I do wish Grayson had some POV chapters so I could get more of a feel for who he was inside, and what he was actually thinking about Charlie, BUT I do love the creative intention Bailey took with just giving us Charlie's POV. It gave Grayson more of a mysterious persona, and when he was finally able to open up to Charlie, it just felt freeing. Like YES, I love a man who speaks his feelings.
This book was definitely a 10/10, and I can't wait for the general public to experience this greatness. The fact that this is Bailey's DEBUT novel is insane. You would think she's written a few books because of the attention to detail in each scene in this beauty of a book.
Bailey, I am so incredibly proud of you, and I can't thank you enough for giving me the privilege to read this book. I seriously can't wait for whatever project you have lined up next because I can't stop thinking about Charlie and Grayson.
November 12, 2026
As a healthcare professional and researcher, my days are filled with dense, non-fiction material. When it is time to unwind, I skip movies and reach for fiction across almost every genre. While my shelves are full of established bestselling authors, I make a point to read debut novels because you never know when you are going to uncover a hidden gem—and I think I just found one with Bailey Marshall’s PR Stunt.
This story pulls you right into the glamorous lives of two Hollywood stars, and let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a peek behind the curtain at how the rich and famous live? From a pacing perspective, this is a wonderfully streamlined and immersive read. Marshall keeps the focus tightly on the core characters and the heart of the story rather than bogging the reader down with an overwhelming cast or pages of excessive scenery descriptions. You never find yourself flipping back just to remember who is who—the story simply flows.
Along with the glitz, the book delivers plenty of great surprises and just the right amount of spice to keep the pages turning. However, what truly elevated this debut for me was the depth beneath the surface. The final chapter packs a powerful punch—so much so that I immediately read it a second time.
Without giving anything away, Marshall leaves the reader with a resonant reminder: we all need to take off our masks. Life is unpredictable, "real life is messy", and we cannot control everything—nor should we try. True growth happens when we stop curating our image, embrace the discomfort, and just allow ourselves to be real. Seeing that universal truth play out in a world where people seem to have it all made the message hit even harder.
If you are looking for an engaging, heartfelt escape with great momentum and a meaningful takeaway, PR Stunt is well worth your time. I cannot wait to see what Bailey Marshall writes next!
This story pulls you right into the glamorous lives of two Hollywood stars, and let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a peek behind the curtain at how the rich and famous live? From a pacing perspective, this is a wonderfully streamlined and immersive read. Marshall keeps the focus tightly on the core characters and the heart of the story rather than bogging the reader down with an overwhelming cast or pages of excessive scenery descriptions. You never find yourself flipping back just to remember who is who—the story simply flows.
Along with the glitz, the book delivers plenty of great surprises and just the right amount of spice to keep the pages turning. However, what truly elevated this debut for me was the depth beneath the surface. The final chapter packs a powerful punch—so much so that I immediately read it a second time.
Without giving anything away, Marshall leaves the reader with a resonant reminder: we all need to take off our masks. Life is unpredictable, "real life is messy", and we cannot control everything—nor should we try. True growth happens when we stop curating our image, embrace the discomfort, and just allow ourselves to be real. Seeing that universal truth play out in a world where people seem to have it all made the message hit even harder.
If you are looking for an engaging, heartfelt escape with great momentum and a meaningful takeaway, PR Stunt is well worth your time. I cannot wait to see what Bailey Marshall writes next!
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC review: Thank you to Bailey Marshall for the opportunity to read an early copy of PR STUNT.
This book really snuck up on me.
At first, I thought it was going to be a cute but fairly predictable Hollywood fake-dating romance. But then Grayson showed up, the fake relationship started doing what fake relationships do best, and suddenly I was invested. Very invested.
The strongest part of the book is definitely the tension. The banter, the frustration, the jealousy, the tiny moments where they almost give themselves away... it all builds beautifully.
And when I say the slow burn pays off, I mean it pays off. Some of the scenes in the second half had me fully kicking my feet, and the Mexico trip completely justified all the waiting.
I didn't love every plot point. The main misunderstanding felt a little flimsy, and part of the suspense storyline wrapped up more quickly than I expected. But by that point I was already attached to these characters and wanted them to figure things out.
What I'll probably remember most is how easily this book transported me into Charlie and Grayson's world. Beneath the Hollywood glamour, the PR chaos, and the romance, there's a message about choosing growth over comfort and just learning to be vulnerable. That part really stayed with me.
I'm genuinely so grateful to have been one of the first readers of this book. If this is what Bailey Marshall can do with a debut, I'll be eagerly waiting for whatever she writes next because she has absolutely gained a new fan. My only complaint now? I would have loved a few Grayson POV chapters.
This book really snuck up on me.
At first, I thought it was going to be a cute but fairly predictable Hollywood fake-dating romance. But then Grayson showed up, the fake relationship started doing what fake relationships do best, and suddenly I was invested. Very invested.
The strongest part of the book is definitely the tension. The banter, the frustration, the jealousy, the tiny moments where they almost give themselves away... it all builds beautifully.
And when I say the slow burn pays off, I mean it pays off. Some of the scenes in the second half had me fully kicking my feet, and the Mexico trip completely justified all the waiting.
I didn't love every plot point. The main misunderstanding felt a little flimsy, and part of the suspense storyline wrapped up more quickly than I expected. But by that point I was already attached to these characters and wanted them to figure things out.
What I'll probably remember most is how easily this book transported me into Charlie and Grayson's world. Beneath the Hollywood glamour, the PR chaos, and the romance, there's a message about choosing growth over comfort and just learning to be vulnerable. That part really stayed with me.
I'm genuinely so grateful to have been one of the first readers of this book. If this is what Bailey Marshall can do with a debut, I'll be eagerly waiting for whatever she writes next because she has absolutely gained a new fan. My only complaint now? I would have loved a few Grayson POV chapters.
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