I admit the cover caught my
attention in a big way (Jack Greystone is freaking beyond gorgeous), but it was
the synopsis that immediately drew me in. Every so often, I need a ‘destined
for love’ feel good story and I really enjoyed this read. From the mystery surrounding
the prologue, to this couple’s chemistry and banter, I was captivated. The
characters, their history, the instant connection ~ Fake Fiancée was a cute and flirty, slow burning yet fast-paced
college sports romance and one of Madden-Mills’ best stories to date in my
opinion. Max and Sunny belonged together from the moment they met, despite the
fact that their relationship started out as a façade.
Max made for a swoon-worthy
hero that I adored, but often found myself wanting to knock him over the head
for the fumbles he made along the way to finding true love. All in all, he was
a charismatic and sexy leading man who earned my affections.
“I loved
her. I loved her. But I was terrified to say it.”
Max Kent, prized athlete and big
shot on campus, was a lovable fraidy-cat.
Starring quarterback for
Leland University’s football team, Max’s focus was on his career and winning
the Heisman trophy. He tries to avoid any drama, team groupies and serious relationships,
(especially after being screwed over by his bitchy ex). To stay clear of trouble and the swarm of
girls that constantly threw themselves at his feet, he makes a deal with his pretty neighbor, Sunny. In
public, she was his perfect little girlfriend. In reality, it was a scheme that
will help Max keep his nose clean while financially benefiting the likeable and
spirited Sunny Blaine.
There’s a vague familiarity
and strong attraction to this girl that Max fought, but could not deny. Believe
me he tried. And Mr. Super-Star-Cocky-Jock had some less than stellar moments
where he messed up big time, pulling stunts that upset Sunny, which exasperated me. His terrible ideas truly hurt her feelings. But when the romantic
and sweet side of Max emerged to mend her heart, I couldn’t help but fall
deeper for his character. His feelings for Sunny were genuine. I
loved their connection from the first page to the very last.
"I
want to kiss you. Without anyone watching. No audience. Just me and you."
Sunny was a heroine with a
painful past who carefully guarded her heart. I found myself cheering for Max
to finally let go of his hang-ups, turn up the charm, and win her affections. Boy
did Sunny make him work for it and rightfully so. She had her own problems to
deal with as well. Both characters were stubborn, which built just a hint of
drama and sexual tensions into the plot, having me anxious for the moment where
their destined past and present collided.
"She
wore her scars like wings”
A stand-lone novel told in
dual points of view, Fake Fiancée was
a sexy, light-hearted addicting read that I adored and consumed in just one
sitting. Loved Max, Sunny and their cast of loony friends. Recommended to sport
themed romance lovers and readers looking for a sweet, low angst YA story filled
with passion and tender moments.
”He was
mine. My heart knew it. My body knew it.”
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