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A review by emcroll
Name Your Price by Holly James
4.0
Big thanks to PENGUIN GROUP Dutton for providing this eARC via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own and freely given.
Let's chat about "Name Your Price" by Holly James – a rom-com that throws Liv, a struggling reporter, and Chuck, a recently axed C-list actor, into the chaotic realm of reality TV romance. Their messy past and present fraught with tension explode when their viral breakup lands them on a reality show. With a million-dollar prize at stake and a strict "no touching" rule, they're in for a wild ride.
On the upside, the premise of "Name Your Price" is seriously intriguing, giving off vibes of popular reality shows like "Too Hot to Handle" and "Big Brother." Watching Chuck's family dynamics unfold and seeing Liv's unwavering commitment to her grandma added depth to the storyline. Plus, the closure Liv found from confronting her past gave the whole plot an extra layer of feels.
But, there were a few hiccups along the way. The pacing felt a bit wonky, taking forever to get into the competition and then wrapping up too quickly. I was hoping for more build-up in the competition department – you know, some nail-biting tension to really amp things up! The last 20% felt like it came out of nowhere, leaving me skimming through in search of more satisfying closure. Also, a dual POV would've been killer, giving us a deeper dive into Chuck's side of the story.
Even with its flaws, "Name Your Price" still delivers on the romantic tension and laugh-out-loud moments. It's a wild ride of emotions that'll keep you hooked until the end. So, if you're up for a fun escape into the world of reality TV romance, give it a shot!
Overall rating: 3.75 stars/ 1 chili pepper
Tropes: forced proximity, second chance
Let's chat about "Name Your Price" by Holly James – a rom-com that throws Liv, a struggling reporter, and Chuck, a recently axed C-list actor, into the chaotic realm of reality TV romance. Their messy past and present fraught with tension explode when their viral breakup lands them on a reality show. With a million-dollar prize at stake and a strict "no touching" rule, they're in for a wild ride.
On the upside, the premise of "Name Your Price" is seriously intriguing, giving off vibes of popular reality shows like "Too Hot to Handle" and "Big Brother." Watching Chuck's family dynamics unfold and seeing Liv's unwavering commitment to her grandma added depth to the storyline. Plus, the closure Liv found from confronting her past gave the whole plot an extra layer of feels.
But, there were a few hiccups along the way. The pacing felt a bit wonky, taking forever to get into the competition and then wrapping up too quickly. I was hoping for more build-up in the competition department – you know, some nail-biting tension to really amp things up! The last 20% felt like it came out of nowhere, leaving me skimming through in search of more satisfying closure. Also, a dual POV would've been killer, giving us a deeper dive into Chuck's side of the story.
Even with its flaws, "Name Your Price" still delivers on the romantic tension and laugh-out-loud moments. It's a wild ride of emotions that'll keep you hooked until the end. So, if you're up for a fun escape into the world of reality TV romance, give it a shot!
Overall rating: 3.75 stars/ 1 chili pepper
Tropes: forced proximity, second chance