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3.59 AVERAGE
3.59 AVERAGE
I was about half way through and I didn’t have the urge to pick this book back up at all. There was awkward dialogue when they spent the night together for the first time. Part of the issue was that the book seemed like everything was just happening exactly as it should “hallmark” movie as a hallmark movie. Overall the dialogue felt forced and it didn’t make me care about the characters that much.
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Absolutely delightful! Full of forehead kisses and swoony casual intimacy. I love a good fake engagement trope, and Will and Lexi delivered all the warm fuzzies!
If you're in the mood for a cozy, heartwarming fall romance, Sophie Sullivan's "Can't Help Falling in Love" delivers all the feels. With a mix of fake engagement shenanigans and opposites-attract chemistry, this rom-com is a fun ride from start to finish.
The story centers on Lexi Danby, a waitress struggling to make ends meet while caring for her grieving mother and finishing school. She meets Will Grand, the heir to a major Seattle company. After a disastrous first date and a misunderstanding at a party, the two are thrown into a fake engagement that quickly spirals out of their control. Will needs to keep up appearances for a big business merger, and Lexi, well, just wants to survive this wild ride. While the fake dating trope isn’t new, Sullivan breathes fresh life into it with a storyline that’s both fun and emotionally engaging.
The Pacific Northwest fall setting—complete with apple picking and cozy breweries—adds a charming backdrop that makes this the perfect seasonal read. Will’s complicated family relationships and Lexi’s bond with her mother give the plot added dimension. Grab a flannel, a pumpkin-spiced latte, and settle in with this one...
Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for the opportunity to review a temporary digital ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.
The story centers on Lexi Danby, a waitress struggling to make ends meet while caring for her grieving mother and finishing school. She meets Will Grand, the heir to a major Seattle company. After a disastrous first date and a misunderstanding at a party, the two are thrown into a fake engagement that quickly spirals out of their control. Will needs to keep up appearances for a big business merger, and Lexi, well, just wants to survive this wild ride. While the fake dating trope isn’t new, Sullivan breathes fresh life into it with a storyline that’s both fun and emotionally engaging.
The Pacific Northwest fall setting—complete with apple picking and cozy breweries—adds a charming backdrop that makes this the perfect seasonal read. Will’s complicated family relationships and Lexi’s bond with her mother give the plot added dimension. Grab a flannel, a pumpkin-spiced latte, and settle in with this one...
Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for the opportunity to review a temporary digital ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
So cute! Will and Lexi are one of my favorites that I’ve read recently. Will was pretty perfect while Lexi was relatable. The family dynamics were so moving and many readers can connect to some of the feelings our characters went through. I found the grieving process that Lexi’s mother was experiencing was pretty on the nose for what a lot of people go through and how Lexi responded towards it was pretty on the nose as well. I thought there wasn’t going to be any third act break up to make up in this because it happened so late in the story. So when it happened I was disappointed. There was still a HEA thankfully but still I’m not a fan of super delayed 3rd act break ups. Even though I really enjoyed Will he was to perfect. I wish he was written to be more realistic with his reactions to situations happening. I also wasn’t a huge fan of how long it took Lexi to stop being a sort of Debby downer. Whether it’s toward herself or others in her life it got a little old when she had to be given the 1000th mini pep talk. Overall, it was a very good story and was very easy to binge in one sitting.
Thank you to. Netgalley and St. Martins Press for the chance to read this!
Thank you to. Netgalley and St. Martins Press for the chance to read this!
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
This is the first book I've read from this author but I loved it a lot. I'll definitely be reading more of her books and this was such a fun read. I would recommend it to anyone who wants a cute fall read that has great banter. Oh my goodness, it's just so cute.
This was my second marriage of convenience and I loved the way this was done. It's just adorable.
Thank you Netgalley for this ARC. (this is a closed door romance, adorable meet cute, fake engagement, he falls first, and opposites attract.
This was my second marriage of convenience and I loved the way this was done. It's just adorable.
Thank you Netgalley for this ARC. (this is a closed door romance, adorable meet cute, fake engagement, he falls first, and opposites attract.