A review by kcash20
The Design of Us by Sajni Patel

emotional funny lighthearted fast-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? No

4.25

This was a really fun read. I enjoyed the characters a lot, along with the setting. I loved the commentary on tourism in Hawaii. The pace of the story kept me reading, and I finished the book within a couple days. The main characters had excellent chemistry and I felt like the progression of their relationship felt very natural, considering the situation. I've read a lot of books that follow the same trope of fake dating at a wedding, but this one had a very fresh feel to it. Overall, it's a solid romance and an A+ beach read. 

Thank you to Berkley and the author for the free e-ARC.