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3.55 AVERAGE
3.55 AVERAGE
funny
lighthearted
Thank you to Berkley Romance for this free digital copy!
This story was cute! This concept of this story was unique with the workplace and force proximity being a Mars simulation they have to take part in for to get money for their school library.
I love the dynamics between the characters involved. I understood Brianna's struggle of feeling closed off and feeling like an outcast due to her position as vice principal. I'm glad we got to see her open up more with everyone due the simulation. I think the romance between her and Roman was cute and I loved seeing them open up more with each other over the few weeks they spent getting to know each other. Nothing felt ridiculous and forced to me. Her reservations made sense, but I also like how honest and clear she was about them. I also like how when their conflict did occur they didn't beat around the bush. They got straight to the issue, and even though the conflict wasn't resolved right away, I appreciated that there wasn't uncertainty that gave me anxiety. LOL
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I loved this book! It was so sweet. If you enjoy Hallmark-style rom-coms that blend romance with a bit of science and some scandal, I think you will really like this.
The story follows Breonna, a vice principal who signs up for a mission to a Mars simulation in hopes of winning money to remodel the library at her school. Along the way, she finds herself smitten with Roman, who happens to be the principal's son and one of the teachers at the school. I especially love the silent conversations they share and how in tune they are with each other, especially during their charades games. Angie is hilarious, and I’m hoping she gets her happily ever after. I loved the character development and emphasis on self-discovery.
Thanks so much to @berkleypub, @berkleyromance, and @acebookspub for the free book!
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Thanks to the publisher & Netgalley for the complimentary ARC. All opinions provided are my own.
What’s Brianna Rogers to do when her shady boss takes away the funding her school’s decrepit library needs? Join a Mars simulation with the teachers that work under her, of course!
I’m not sure how often/if ever this premise would happen IRL, but it makes for a clever mix of high & low stakes in this contemporary romance. None of the people that Vice Principal Brianna is on the simulation with are in real danger, but in some ways, it’s still stressful when they get themselves into bad situations 🤣.
& oh boy, the move Brianna pulls against MMC Roman when the shit hits the fan is such a boss move. I loved it.
The Love Simulation is a sweet & satisfying contemporary with some steam that also highlights the struggles one might have if they feel mediocre in a family of high achievers. If you’re looking for some space-related romance, check this one & The Kiss Countdown out!
4 ⭐️. Out 03/04.
Please see a trusted reviewer’s list of CWs.
What’s Brianna Rogers to do when her shady boss takes away the funding her school’s decrepit library needs? Join a Mars simulation with the teachers that work under her, of course!
I’m not sure how often/if ever this premise would happen IRL, but it makes for a clever mix of high & low stakes in this contemporary romance. None of the people that Vice Principal Brianna is on the simulation with are in real danger, but in some ways, it’s still stressful when they get themselves into bad situations 🤣.
& oh boy, the move Brianna pulls against MMC Roman when the shit hits the fan is such a boss move. I loved it.
The Love Simulation is a sweet & satisfying contemporary with some steam that also highlights the struggles one might have if they feel mediocre in a family of high achievers. If you’re looking for some space-related romance, check this one & The Kiss Countdown out!
4 ⭐️. Out 03/04.
Please see a trusted reviewer’s list of CWs.
This was a really cute read and if you love forced proximity and romcoms you will enjoy this one. This book follows the fmc who is the voice principal of their middle school as she struggles with a job that she loves and the school's principal. The fmc has a crush on the principal son who is also a teacher in the school but has all the professional boundaries put in between her and all the teachers in the school. They both participate in a space simulation where they are forced into a tight space with a few other teachers to earn money for a new library.
I really liked the school/teacher plot, and I found the struggles of the FMC very relatable in regards to her job. I thought the space simulation aspect to be very cool as well. I like that this author always has a space-related aspect to her books. The romance was cute and a slow burn. I enjoyed both characters but I wanted more in the romance aspect. They had very cute moments but there was a bit of miscommunication and it felt a bit surface level. It was still a cute and steamy read when they got together. Thanks to Berkley for this arc for an honest review.
I really liked the school/teacher plot, and I found the struggles of the FMC very relatable in regards to her job. I thought the space simulation aspect to be very cool as well. I like that this author always has a space-related aspect to her books. The romance was cute and a slow burn. I enjoyed both characters but I wanted more in the romance aspect. They had very cute moments but there was a bit of miscommunication and it felt a bit surface level. It was still a cute and steamy read when they got together. Thanks to Berkley for this arc for an honest review.
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Cute romcom with tons of science-y aspects! For lovers of space + romance!
What’s to love…
- Educator FMC + STEM educator MMC
- did I mention STEM - I love a science-y novel
- interconnected standalone
- Bookish book (I mean the whole point is to get money for the library!)
- forced proximity
- family forward story and characters
What I didn’t love…
- she’s obsessed with him from the jump (that’s never gonna be a favorite for me) - and we spend a lot of time with her internal thoughts regarding how obsessed with him she is…
- the rivals aspect of this is a lot more miscommunication than actual rivals and it makes the stakes pretty low
Thank you NetGalley and Berkley for sending this book (eARC) for review consideration. All opinions are my own.
Cute romcom with tons of science-y aspects! For lovers of space + romance!
What’s to love…
- Educator FMC + STEM educator MMC
- did I mention STEM - I love a science-y novel
- interconnected standalone
- Bookish book (I mean the whole point is to get money for the library!)
- forced proximity
- family forward story and characters
What I didn’t love…
- she’s obsessed with him from the jump (that’s never gonna be a favorite for me) - and we spend a lot of time with her internal thoughts regarding how obsessed with him she is…
- the rivals aspect of this is a lot more miscommunication than actual rivals and it makes the stakes pretty low
Thank you NetGalley and Berkley for sending this book (eARC) for review consideration. All opinions are my own.
I received a free copy of this book thanks to NetGalley and Berkley Publishing Group; all opinions expressed are exclusively my own.
This is another sweet, spicy read from Easton, and I liked it just as much as The Kiss Countdown, to which it is a sequel (but could probably be read as a standalone). The characters are engaging as is the premise (I love the idea of a Mars survival simulation) and the humor and warmth aren't overshadowed in dealing with more complex and unhappier subjects. I'll be keeping Easton on my radar for sure!
For sensitive readers, this novel contains depictions of neglectful parenting, workplace harassment, graphic sexuality, and references to grief and trauma.
This is another sweet, spicy read from Easton, and I liked it just as much as The Kiss Countdown, to which it is a sequel (but could probably be read as a standalone). The characters are engaging as is the premise (I love the idea of a Mars survival simulation) and the humor and warmth aren't overshadowed in dealing with more complex and unhappier subjects. I'll be keeping Easton on my radar for sure!
For sensitive readers, this novel contains depictions of neglectful parenting, workplace harassment, graphic sexuality, and references to grief and trauma.