A review by bookish_emily
How to Fail at Flirting by Denise Williams

4.0

Naya Turner is a survivor of an abusive relationship, and has been burying herself in her work. When her friends challenge her to create a bucket list to get out of her shell, at first she resists the idea. But when following the list causes her to have an incredible encounter with a sexy stranger, it doesn't seem like such a bad idea after all. Will she be brave enough to continue the relationship with Jake, or will she retreat right back into her comfort zone at the first sign of trouble?

How to Fail at Flirting deals with some heavy topics - domestic violence, women experiencing workplace harassment - but it still manages to be a fun and sexy romance. It's impossible not to root for Naya to overcome her insecurities and let herself love again, and it's refreshing to bask in Jake's respectfulness and decency towards her. I look forward to reading more from Denise Williams in the future!