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A review by emcroll
Sweeten the Deal by Katie Shepard
5.0
"Sweeten the Deal" by Katie Shepard serves up a delightful concoction of opposites attracting in this charming contemporary romance. The premise revolves around Caroline Sedlacek, an MBA student with an imbalanced personal balance sheet—rich but lacking in life experiences, and Adrian Landry, a struggling artist seeking a fresh start. Their worlds collide when Adrian, listed on a thinly veiled escort site, finds Caroline as his unexpected sugar daddy. The ensuing arrangement promises a little culture for Caroline and much-needed cash for Adrian. Despite their age gap and differences, they discover that what they want and what they need may be two distinct things.
I'm handing this book a solid 4.5 stars, fueled by the irresistible vibes and a captivating premise. While it may not be a life-changing read, the book offers an enjoyable escape, delivering on the promise of a fun, contemporary romance. As an accounting aficionado, I particularly appreciated the infusion of business talk from Caroline, adding a unique flavor to the narrative.
Caroline's character, earnest and slightly naive, adds a refreshing dynamic. My only wish was for a deeper dive into her backstory to further enhance the reader's connection with her. The banter between the characters is a definite highlight, providing moments of levity and charm throughout the story.
With a mix of fake dating, age gap, and reverse sugar baby tropes, "Sweeten the Deal" keeps the contemporary romance flame burning. The limited spicy scenes, paired with an open-door approach, offer just the right amount of heat. As the story unfolds, the anticipation for Tom's (Adrian's roommate) tale adds an extra layer of excitement. In the end, Shepard delivers a sweet and engaging read that leaves readers eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this series.
I'm handing this book a solid 4.5 stars, fueled by the irresistible vibes and a captivating premise. While it may not be a life-changing read, the book offers an enjoyable escape, delivering on the promise of a fun, contemporary romance. As an accounting aficionado, I particularly appreciated the infusion of business talk from Caroline, adding a unique flavor to the narrative.
Caroline's character, earnest and slightly naive, adds a refreshing dynamic. My only wish was for a deeper dive into her backstory to further enhance the reader's connection with her. The banter between the characters is a definite highlight, providing moments of levity and charm throughout the story.
With a mix of fake dating, age gap, and reverse sugar baby tropes, "Sweeten the Deal" keeps the contemporary romance flame burning. The limited spicy scenes, paired with an open-door approach, offer just the right amount of heat. As the story unfolds, the anticipation for Tom's (Adrian's roommate) tale adds an extra layer of excitement. In the end, Shepard delivers a sweet and engaging read that leaves readers eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this series.