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fsmeurinne's review against another edition
5.0
Oliver and Summer's friends to lovers story is sweet and steamy and simply a great book to read anytime around, faking an engagement should become with a warning, but these two didn't get it. A sizzling chemistry that will drive them closer and have you reading with a smile on your face and pulling an all night to finish it. I definitely recommend it, and the audiobook as well.
sherisshelf's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer and Death
elkfr's review
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
magpieinthesun's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
lisa_me's review against another edition
4.0
Summer writes a letter for a contest that is meant to be a compliment to her best friend, Oliver. But it goes viral and trolls make Oliver out to be a douche. For damage control, Oliver announces to a client that he and Summer are actually engaged. Oliver becomes America's Best Boyfriend on social media. Summer and Oliver, best friends since childhood, who have secretly had a spark for years, suddenly find themselves in a conflagration. But Murphy's Law takes over...
***
I love friends-to-lovers stories, and these two were wonderful friends who deserved to be together. Also, Oliver is a great kisser!
***
I love friends-to-lovers stories, and these two were wonderful friends who deserved to be together. Also, Oliver is a great kisser!
javalenciaph's review against another edition
5.0
Note: An ARC was provided by the author.
Is it weird that one of my favorite things about this book is the male main character's first name? Yeah, he and my late fur baby share the same name, and while Oliver (the fictional character, not the dog) hated his nickname, in my head, I was calling him "Ollie" anyway. This guy was charming and witty and was obviously meant to be with Summer. The thing is, these two were getting in their own way because they didn't want to risk losing their friendship by taking a chance on dating and becoming more. So, of course, things change once they get into the whole fake engagement, and I loved how they continued to be friends even as their non-platonic feelings started to freely surface. And that was the thing--pretending to be lovers was like the opening that was needed for them to not be so careful about those more intimate looks and so on. Another thing I loved about this book was the fact that there wasn't a hint of unnecessary drama with as far as Logan, Summer's twin brother and Oliver's best friend, was concerned. Kudos to him wanting two of the most important people in his life to be happy. I also enjoyed getting to know this new set of characters that make up the Guys Who Got Away series, and I'm already excited to read the next three books. For now, though, I'm happy to hand over 4.5 stars to Dear Sexy Ex-Boyfriend.
Is it weird that one of my favorite things about this book is the male main character's first name? Yeah, he and my late fur baby share the same name, and while Oliver (the fictional character, not the dog) hated his nickname, in my head, I was calling him "Ollie" anyway. This guy was charming and witty and was obviously meant to be with Summer. The thing is, these two were getting in their own way because they didn't want to risk losing their friendship by taking a chance on dating and becoming more. So, of course, things change once they get into the whole fake engagement, and I loved how they continued to be friends even as their non-platonic feelings started to freely surface. And that was the thing--pretending to be lovers was like the opening that was needed for them to not be so careful about those more intimate looks and so on. Another thing I loved about this book was the fact that there wasn't a hint of unnecessary drama with as far as Logan, Summer's twin brother and Oliver's best friend, was concerned. Kudos to him wanting two of the most important people in his life to be happy. I also enjoyed getting to know this new set of characters that make up the Guys Who Got Away series, and I'm already excited to read the next three books. For now, though, I'm happy to hand over 4.5 stars to Dear Sexy Ex-Boyfriend.
booklovershangout's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this story right from the start. I fell head over heels for these characters. I laughed and swooned and the story just made me smile. I can't get enough of Lauren Blakely's writing and I am so looking forward to see what she has in store for us next!
jdemaere's review against another edition
4.0
Lauren Blakely is a very talented writer. I’ve never read a book of hers that I didn’t LOVE. Dear Sexy Ex- Boyfriend is no exception to this rule!! I will always read her books because every one of them holds my attention and keeps me reading.
I am so, very privileged, as a reader, to be able to find books that grab my attention. Lauren Blakely’s books do that for me every time! Even though I have been reading for many more years than I want to confess. I love to read, and have read A LOT! I am always excited to read, or listen to a story that keeps me wanting more! This book did that for me, and the characters are fantastic!!
Summer and Oliver are so good together, very good. Neither of them want to put their friendship at risk by becoming more than friends... although the both think about it. They are each other’s fake boyfriend/girlfriend when necessary. They spend time together, and that time is fun for each of them. They really enjoy each other. He thinks her ex’s are douche, she doesn’t care for his either. They truly are perfect for each other. Can either one of them own up to what they feel before it’s too late? Or will they lose everything?
You need to read this book... whether you’re a long time Lauren Blakely fan like I am or not. It’s a great read!
I am so, very privileged, as a reader, to be able to find books that grab my attention. Lauren Blakely’s books do that for me every time! Even though I have been reading for many more years than I want to confess. I love to read, and have read A LOT! I am always excited to read, or listen to a story that keeps me wanting more! This book did that for me, and the characters are fantastic!!
Summer and Oliver are so good together, very good. Neither of them want to put their friendship at risk by becoming more than friends... although the both think about it. They are each other’s fake boyfriend/girlfriend when necessary. They spend time together, and that time is fun for each of them. They really enjoy each other. He thinks her ex’s are douche, she doesn’t care for his either. They truly are perfect for each other. Can either one of them own up to what they feel before it’s too late? Or will they lose everything?
You need to read this book... whether you’re a long time Lauren Blakely fan like I am or not. It’s a great read!
bettylovesbooksgalore's review against another edition
5.0
Story of Oliver and Summer
The more I read Lauren’s books, the more I love her writing style.
I came into Lauren’s backlist with one of her most recent books so I had to make my way back to the beginning as her characters are intermingled across different series.
Loved this story, it had some very funny parts, omg and I love Noah, please tell me he gets a book, that cheetah running man is gold!
Can’t wait to read Logan’s story next. Love a good single dad book
The more I read Lauren’s books, the more I love her writing style.
I came into Lauren’s backlist with one of her most recent books so I had to make my way back to the beginning as her characters are intermingled across different series.
Loved this story, it had some very funny parts, omg and I love Noah, please tell me he gets a book, that cheetah running man is gold!
Can’t wait to read Logan’s story next. Love a good single dad book
kaydanielsromance's review against another edition
5.0
I love friends to lovers tales and this is classic Lauren Blakely at her best!
A wonderful story of two friends throughout their friendship both past and present. I absolutely adore stories that are woven together until it finally reaches the present pickle they are currently in.
Dear Sexy Ex is heartwarming and fun involving two friends, their dating lives that haven't exactly gone the greatest and the friendship that they have both relied upon to get them out of said horrible dating jams of the past. Neither want to screw up what they have in their friendship to cross that boundary with each other to even tempt fate, but when a fake relationship calls for more than just an hour or evening their feelings are put to test. Lines are blurred. Can they put the genie back in the bottle?
I always love reading Lauren Blakely, she never fails to put a smile on my face and especially now I need that more than ever!
A wonderful story of two friends throughout their friendship both past and present. I absolutely adore stories that are woven together until it finally reaches the present pickle they are currently in.
Dear Sexy Ex is heartwarming and fun involving two friends, their dating lives that haven't exactly gone the greatest and the friendship that they have both relied upon to get them out of said horrible dating jams of the past. Neither want to screw up what they have in their friendship to cross that boundary with each other to even tempt fate, but when a fake relationship calls for more than just an hour or evening their feelings are put to test. Lines are blurred. Can they put the genie back in the bottle?
I always love reading Lauren Blakely, she never fails to put a smile on my face and especially now I need that more than ever!