Title: My Fake Fiancé
Author: Odette Stone
First published June 16, 2018
373 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.46
Overview
Meet Beth Stirling, the anti-socialite who’s had enough of her privileged life. After a messy breakup with her cheating boyfriend and losing her job, Beth finds herself in a run-down one-bedroom apartment.
But her problems don’t end there. She’s now forced to help her dad with his political campaign, which she despises.
Enter Porter, a Navy SEAL who’s back in town to win back his ex-girlfriend. Fate brings them together, and when Beth ends up in jail, she convinces Porter to be her fake boyfriend.
But things take a turn for the worse when she announces him as her fake fiancé to the world. As their lies get bigger, Beth struggles to keep what’s real and what’s fake straight.
But when danger comes knocking, she knows there’s only one person she can turn to for protection. Whatever you do, don’t fall in love with your fake fiancé.
About the Author
If you’re a fan of contemporary, new adult, or sports romance books, you’re going to love Odette Stone. As a KDP All-star author, Odette has ranked among the top 50 Amazon Authors, with one of her books landing in the Top 20 bestsellers.
When she’s not writing, Odette resides in beautiful Vancouver, Canada, where she enjoys coffee, walks on the beach, a good book, and TV dramas. She’s also a proud dog mom to her beautiful fur baby puppy named Mica.
Described as introverted, funny, and an excellent listener, Odette is a pro at keeping secrets. Her friends even call her “the vault.” Although she hates being the center of attention, she’ll push you to take the stage.
Odette writes real, honest, and intense romance novels, featuring hot, intelligent Alpha males. Her writing goal is to keep her readers up late at night, saying “Just one more chapter, I’m just going to read one more chapter.”
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Editoral Review
My Fake Fianc by Odette Stone is a delightful and heartwarming romantic novel that offers an escape from the grind of everyday life. Published on June 16, 2018, Stone’s novel offers a fresh take on the fake relationship trope, taking the reader on a journey of self-discovery and forgiveness.
Set in modern-day New York, the novel introduces readers to the two main characters, Tessa and Cole, who are both struggling to make ends meet. Tessa, a struggling actress, is desperate for a role that will resurrect her career while Cole is a successful businessman with a stake in his family’s company.
After a chance meeting, the two partners agree to enter into a fake engagement for their mutual benefit. One of the book’s strengths is Stone’s ability to create a compelling and exciting premise that draws readers in.
The pacing is excellent, with just the right amount of backstory and character development effortlessly woven into the story. The book’s central conflict, Tessa’s dream of becoming a successful actress and Cole’s obligation to support his family’s business, is interesting and well-executed, and the well-drawn characters make the emotional stakes high.
Another strength of the writing is its humor. The witty banter between Tessa and Cole is delightful, and their constant flirting adds a charming element to the novel.
The romantic moments are steamy and well-written, and the novel’s light tone makes it easy to read and enjoyable. However, the book does have its weaknesses.
Some of the secondary characters feel underdeveloped, and the plot can be predictable at times. Stone’s writing style is easy to read, but the result is sometimes generic and lacks originality.
The book’s predictability might be a turn off to readers who prefer more twists and turns in their novels. Despite its limitations, My Fake Fianc is a delightful novel that readers of the romance genre would enjoy.
Stone’s writing is well-crafted, and her characters are compelling enough to keep readers invested. It’s a light read that offers a reprieve from the stress of daily life.
I recommend this book to romance readers looking for a heartwarming read. I give the book a 3.5 out of 5 stars.
