Review by Kayleigh
Favourite Quote:
”What kind of an idiot thinks she has a chance with Jason Connor just because he throws on a smile and gives her a hug? He’s got a closetful of those smiles at home. And for a guy like him, a hug is meaningless, especially when it’s just for some swoony, sappy loser fan like me.”
Book Synopsis:
A romance writer’s wildest dreams—the bestseller list, a movie deal, and a date with the real-life inspiration for her Hollywood hero—are all within her grasp if only she can hold it all together.
Author Emmy Ellison is a sucker for a page-turning happy ending, but she’s no longer counting on one for herself. If she stays focused on her career goals instead of her love life, she just might find success. And now that her latest novel is about to become a movie, she’s determined to become the latest social media sensation.
Enter her plan for her secret celebrity crush, the real-life inspiration for her romantic hero. When he accepts the starring role in the big-screen adaptation of her book, she’s determined to team up with a fake dating scheme—now that he’s in need of some good PR of his own. Ideally, she can ride the wave of popularity all the way to the top of the bestseller lists. But when the harsh spotlight of fame exposes the truth, will they try to turn their on-camera chemistry into a real-life relationship?
Review:
This is a really cute book with a really cute premise. It has everything I like: celebrity gossip, fake dating, and a fantastic cast of secondary characters. This is a light and frothy book perfect for a vacation or on one of those days when you just need to be entertained.
I really enjoyed the insider peek into celebrity world and the glitz and the glamour contrasted with Emmy’s regular life down in Florida in a trailer home. Emmy is a sweet and funny woman determined to make a life for her and her daughter. Jason is her long-time crush who’s on a path for redemption after a tough few years. They have instant chemistry when they meet on a talk show, and Emmy reveals her crush.
This is a debut book, and I enjoyed it. The characters all felt like they acted more like teens than mature adults with families and careers, but I still liked the premise and the plotting. I look forward to reading more of Christy’s books.
Thank you to Forever for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
