A review by marie_thereadingotter
The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson

funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This was surprisingly cute. I've read a fair amount of shifter romance, and at least 95% of it has been cringe at best.

I really loved the characters in this book, and I enjoyed their romance. Fast as it was, it still felt realistic. 

The third-act break up that has become standard for romance books wasn't annoying this time. Sure there's a hefty amount of miscommunication through the last third of the book. But that aside, I really enjoyed this book.