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valerieullmerauthor's review against another edition
5.0
I do enjoy a friends to lovers read and this one is no exception. Nick, who's been estranged from his family because of his father's views on his sexuality and his artistic talents, agrees to go home for Christmas because of his sister. Because of how he left, he feels as though he needs reinforcements, which comes in the form of his best friend and roommate, Jackson. Although Jackson has feelings for Nick, who is oblivious that the two could have more, he keeps them to himself. But everything changes as the three days unfold. It's a sweet, slightly angsty, story but Nick and Jackson are perfect together. This is a great read for the holiday season!!
sharingthebooklove's review against another edition
4.0
When fake boyfriends, best friends to lovers and Christmas meet we end up with a super cute fluffy read!
I liked this story from Jay as it was mostly light hearted with a lil bit of family drama but Jackson and Nick work and honestly were a bit clueless and it was like a Doh! moment happened for them.
I liked this story from Jay as it was mostly light hearted with a lil bit of family drama but Jackson and Nick work and honestly were a bit clueless and it was like a Doh! moment happened for them.
karentje's review against another edition
5.0
A new favorite! What a delightful, touching fake boyfriend romance! The love and desire between Jackson and Nick grows very organically and enchanted me completely. The friends to lovers aspect is written incredibly well. I loved how genuine their friendship felt, the way they communicated so honestly, knowing and accepting the other, warts and all, and then gradually realizing they have the potential to be so much more still. Jackson was my absolute favorite, and I adored him for supporting Nick, even when they have such different perspectives on certain situations. The storyline about Nick’s troubled relationship with his family, especially his father, feels almost as important as the romance itself, and I mean that in the best way possible. It felt very authentic to me, and it gave added emotional depth to the story. The whole family thing and its potential for turning a holiday romance into truly heartwarming territory is what I look for during this time of year, and Jay Northcote absolutely delivered.
boyanna's review
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
k8books's review against another edition
4.0
Nick finally agrees to go home for Christmas to see his distance family, but only after his best friend, Jackson commits to being his fake partner.
Even though Jackson questions if they will be able to be convincing, he knows that he will be able to fool Nick's family as his feelings are not as fake as the relationship maybe.
This was a classic Jay Northcote book with the lovely writing that he puts into all his books. I liked that the relationship building between Nick and his father took work and it was not an instant repair or going back to the pervious relationship they had. It take time, communication and down right hard work. Although, I wished that the heat between Nick and Jackson was hotter and higher. It was overall a nice enjoyable holiday read.
Even though Jackson questions if they will be able to be convincing, he knows that he will be able to fool Nick's family as his feelings are not as fake as the relationship maybe.
This was a classic Jay Northcote book with the lovely writing that he puts into all his books. I liked that the relationship building between Nick and his father took work and it was not an instant repair or going back to the pervious relationship they had. It take time, communication and down right hard work. Although, I wished that the heat between Nick and Jackson was hotter and higher. It was overall a nice enjoyable holiday read.
cutdeeptalkshit's review against another edition
5.0
Any book that has me smiling by the end is a good book!
Operation Fake Realtionship is your standard fake holiday boyfriend romance. It has all the things you want and expect in a holiday romance between two men pretending to be more than friends.
Secret infatuation, loads of pining, forced proximity, all the little adorable kissing with some holiday cheer and decoration thrown in for good measure before finally the moment of realization and truth.
Jackons and Nick were total sweethearts and I enjoyed reading as Nick slowly come to the realization that he wanted a real relationship with Jackson. Jackson was a great friend and an over all sweetheart. It was obvious how much he cared for Nick even before he realized he loved him.
For all the holiday feels and warm love fuzziness I definitely recommend Operation Fake Relationship.
Operation Fake Realtionship is your standard fake holiday boyfriend romance. It has all the things you want and expect in a holiday romance between two men pretending to be more than friends.
Secret infatuation, loads of pining, forced proximity, all the little adorable kissing with some holiday cheer and decoration thrown in for good measure before finally the moment of realization and truth.
Jackons and Nick were total sweethearts and I enjoyed reading as Nick slowly come to the realization that he wanted a real relationship with Jackson. Jackson was a great friend and an over all sweetheart. It was obvious how much he cared for Nick even before he realized he loved him.
For all the holiday feels and warm love fuzziness I definitely recommend Operation Fake Relationship.
xanthe87's review against another edition
4.0
Operation Fake Relationship is another great festive story from Jay Northcote.
Best friends, Nick and Jackson, play at being fake boyfriends as Nick travels back to his parents home for Christmas for his first visit in several years. Issues with his family mean that Jasckon's support is really important but neither expect things to turn physical or to bring true feelings into the mix.
Jackson has been crushing for quite a while but getting to be so close to Nick is hard for him but he's just happy to be able to help his best friend with something he knows will be especially hard. He's definitely a good influence on Nick as well as he provides a different perspective to things that are happening/being said. Nick clearly has some things that he's still dealing with when it comes to family, though mostly his father. Having Jackson there means the world to him and it actually shows him in a different light as they act the roles of boyfriends with hand holding and kisses beneath the mistletoe. I liked how things evolved for the MC's and their relationship but also how everything unfolds between Nick and his family. With them being apart for so long, people can change but it definitely takes work from both sides to be able to move forward.
I love reading Jay's stories as they truly give an English Christmas experience and the setting is beautiful and wonderfully descriptive. Definitely a recommended read for me.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
Best friends, Nick and Jackson, play at being fake boyfriends as Nick travels back to his parents home for Christmas for his first visit in several years. Issues with his family mean that Jasckon's support is really important but neither expect things to turn physical or to bring true feelings into the mix.
Jackson has been crushing for quite a while but getting to be so close to Nick is hard for him but he's just happy to be able to help his best friend with something he knows will be especially hard. He's definitely a good influence on Nick as well as he provides a different perspective to things that are happening/being said. Nick clearly has some things that he's still dealing with when it comes to family, though mostly his father. Having Jackson there means the world to him and it actually shows him in a different light as they act the roles of boyfriends with hand holding and kisses beneath the mistletoe. I liked how things evolved for the MC's and their relationship but also how everything unfolds between Nick and his family. With them being apart for so long, people can change but it definitely takes work from both sides to be able to move forward.
I love reading Jay's stories as they truly give an English Christmas experience and the setting is beautiful and wonderfully descriptive. Definitely a recommended read for me.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.