Such a fun premise to base a romance on a reality TV show. Really enjoyed this one!

Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for ARC. All opinions are my own.

I really loved the narrators, I think they did a great job. I sorta liked the amazing race aspect of this trope but reality TV marriages aren't my cup of tea. I also had a hard time connecting with the characters.

My Thoughts:

Million Dollar Marriage was signature Katy Evans! I loved every single moment of it! I am a huge fan of reality television, and my favorite show is The Bachelor. Million Dollar Marriage was The Amazing Race meets The Bachelor! I thought this story had such a fun and entertaining premise, and I felt like I was right beside Luke and Nell on their many challenges and adventures with reality television, falling in love, growing as individuals, and as a couple.

I must admit, at the beginning of the story, I was a little worried about Nell's likability. She came off as overly judgmental, critical, and full of self-importance. However, Nell really grew on me. We realize that she has a low self-esteem and a lot of baggage. Once she starts to address these issues and Luke makes her see her self-worth, she grows so much, and I ended up loving the person that she becomes.

Luke was an amazing character. I loved him as a secondary character in Million Dollar Devil, and was thrilled that he got his own book! He was outgoing, loyal, and the type of guy that helped everyone whenever they needed it. His heart was huge! I could feel how much he loved Nell, and any woman would be lucky to be loved and cherished by a man the way that Luke loved Nell.

This story was so fast-paced. It was filled with fun, romance, adventure, and a breathtaking love story. I kept hoping it wouldn't end, because I wanted it to go on forever! All of you Katy Evans fans, or readers that enjoy reality television, and sexy and romantic love stories with a lot of fun and adventure, need to check out Million Dollar Marriage! It was such a wonderful reading escape!!!

3 reviews - all 4 stars

This is the second book in the Million Dollar Series but can be read as a complete stand-alone but I would recommend the first book Million Dollar Devil too! I really enjoyed this book and would give it a 4 stars! Luke was the perfect Alpha male and Nell was the perfect hard headed heroine, and we all know how she can write some great characters!

A million dollar bet... Marry a guy/woman you have never met... and try not to fall in love because neither Nell nor Luke are looking for a relationship but both have reasons for needing the money. But they have to fake it till the make it to end to survive. Will they be able to put past there differences and split a cool Mil? Or will it all be too much and they call it quits?

Get to one clicking to see what happens you don't wanna miss this one!
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Oh how I loved this story. It was so different. The miscommunication, lust, friendship, angst, steam... this book has it all.

Nell is afraid to take a step towards adult hood. She is hiding behind being a perpetual student with degrees she hasn't used and surmounting amount of debt.

Luke owns the bar Tim's and is in debt. This bar was left to him by his grandfather and he really wants to save it.

Nell and Luke are paired on a tv show - Million Dollar Marriage - and compete a la Amazing Race style, but as a married couple. At the beginning of the race they are polar opposites, have nothing in common and argue. But somehow they manage to stay in the game, every round. As the race progresses the more they learn about each other.

So what happens when the race is over? Will they stay married and win the big cash prize? Definitely one click to find out.
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Penelope needs the money.
Her student loans have piled up, and she has no job to pay them. Luke's bar has mortgages that can't be covered. Million Dollar Marriage is looking for contestants for their new show. What could possibly happen?

I liked the concept and the idea of this story. If you can get past Luke's over the top roughness and language, you'll love this story. Definitely one click this.

Million Dollar Marriage is absolutely one of the best books I've read this year. I love pretty much everything that Katy Evans writes so it wasn't much of a surprise that this one was just as easy to love as the rest of her books. I did have my doubts about this one in the beginning, one I thought there was absolutely no way these characters were going to fall for each other because they were too different, but two, it was a reality show type romance and I am in general not a fan of reality shows so I almost stopped reading. I am SO glad that I didn't stop reading because Luke and Penelope stole my heart and I don't want it back. Now I'm wondering how soon is too soon for a re-read.

Holy cracker jacks, I freaking loved this book!! Katy Evans NAILED IT with this exciting new story. What an awesome roller coaster of adventure mixed with a love story that had me hot to trot and swooning over hunky lead man Luke Cross. Million Dollar Marriage is a fantastic read!! I was flipping the pages so fast to keep up with the adventure of a lifetime.

This story combines reality TV sensations Married at First Sight and The Amazing Race for a super fun, heart pulsing, race to the end where the prize is not only a million dollars but perhaps an unexpected soulmate. Dr. Penelope Carpenter and Mr. Luke Cross are coupled up to take a gamble on this brand new reality show. Complete strangers with completely different personalities, they compliment each other perfectly. I loved every page of watching them grow together. Each adventure in the race brought them closer together and I swooned so hard.

This book was so unexpected, I went in blind, but Katy Evans never disappoints. I literally couldn’t keep a smile off my face the whole way through. I’m totally addicted to this story, Luke and Penny made this book EVERYTHING. So fun, charming, exciting and blowing up with dynamite chemistry. Hop on board this race, you’ll love the ride.

Million Dollar Marriage, Luke and Nell both need to make a lot of money in a short amount of time so they try out for a reality show. Despite not really liking each other, they agree to be paired in the contest. The big catch is that they must marry and agree to stay married at the end if they win.

For the most part, I enjoyed the book. I wasn't sold on Nell at first. She was a bit pretentious and looked down at people who didn't seem to be as smart as her. I also had zero sympathy for her financial issue. She was the one who chose to keep going in school for a degree that would not easily result in a job. I felt more for Luke because he had more at stake financially. Let's just say, Nell had to grow on me, as did their relationship. They were so opposite that I had to suspend a little bit of disbelief. However, as the contest went on, I did find myself rooting for them to not only win, but to make it as a couple. This is the perfect book for anyone who loves reality TV shows. I will admit to watching at least one season of The Amazing Race, which this book reminded me of. The challenegs were fun and the contestants cut-throat. I do recommend picking this one up.

Oh my God, Katy Evans! What have you done to me? I loved Million Dollar Marriage! Luke and Nell are such a delight! Complete opposites but you know what they say about opposites. That they attract and the sparks flying off these two  almost ignited my Kindle.

Million Dollar Marriage is a fun, fast-paced, feel good story.

Million Dollar Marriage is Luke and Nell’s book. Luke is the bar owner in Million Dollar Devil. Luke owns a bar that has been in his family for a very long time. The bar isn’t doing so well and Luke could use some money. He signs up to do a reality tv show in hopes of winning a million dollars. While doing the show he is paired with Penelope aka Nell. Nell is a forever college student with tons of debt. She joins the show in hopes of winning to pay off her student loans. They couldn’t be more different, but eventually start working well together. I enjoyed all of their witty banter and the game show aspect of the story. This was a fun and sexy story that I think many people will enjoy.

I enjoyed this journey into reality television as a romance novel. Honestly, I don't like to watch it on TV but I had fun experiencing this world through Nell and Luke's eyes as they took on a crazy challenge to help them each deal with financial issues in their own lives. I don't think either one expected to be picked yet they both rose to the occasion. Nell's journey was more profound as she had to find who she truly is after putting herself in a box to cope with issues within her family and pursuing her passion in literature. She carried a lot of fear and Luke was just the right person to push her out of that comfort zone. Luke is that easy going, likable guy but he's let the business he inherited fall apart. He needs someone to push him and realize he is more than a sexy face. Nell and Luke are definitely opposites and this crazy TV show throws them together where they have to decide to either get along or lose. There are so many amazing moments as each one of them is forced to dig deep to find their true selves. I was pulled in and anxious to know if they could really survive this wild adventure.

4.5 Stars

Million Dollar Marriage by Katy Evans is the second book in the Million Dollar series and it can be read as a stand-alone. This book was sooooo good! Once I started reading I couldn’t stop. Full of adventure, drama, and a unique plot, Ms. Evans knocked it out of the park with Million Dollar Marriage!

Luke and Nell were two amazing characters that I couldn’t help but fall for the both of them. They were complete opposites of each other, but it really worked well for the story. Both needing money for different things, they sign up for a tv show. But neither of them expect the other…

I loved this story so much! It was everything I’ve come to expect from a Katy Evans novel. The writing was fabulous,and the characters were likeable and relatable. Looking forward to reading more in this series!

Fun-angsty romance! Katy Evans had swooned me with her sassy charm. This story was daring and spontanious. Million dollar challenges? Oh yeah.. Nell Carpenter and Luke Cross were on it like two magnets. I adored their relationships throughout the story. It was fun and flirty. MDM will allure you with royal battle of attraction.

I love this book. Penelope “Nell” keeps to herself and has one best friend. Luke is a sexy bartender. They both signup to do a reality tv show. They have to work together. They are so good with one another. Love them together. After both being stubborn and hard headed, they both get what they want...each other. I highly recommend this book

An ok book. Based around marrying a stranger for money, reality tv based.
Nothing special sadly.
Thank you to both NetGalley and Montlake Romance for giving the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest unbiased review

First for me by this author and I absolutely 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 every minute of it. This book follows Luke Cross and Penny Carpenter on the journey of a lifetime. I’ve never read a book that was based on staring in a reality show that was so entertaining.

The disdain they started out with during their initial meeting and in the challenges they were forced to endure, to the passion displayed after attaining a goal and finally bonding were some amazing scenes.

Luke’s determination, positivity and strength coupled with Penny’s intelligence and wit, made them an unstoppable team. Watching their story unfold and being sucked into every moment, you felt all the emotions of the characters.

Well written and great character development.

This is a great romance story that has amazing characters that I really enjoyed. Was page-turning and passionate throughout and really had me hooked from start to finish. Can’t wait for the next book this author brings out next. Happy reading!

I loved this book!! It may be one of my top 3 favorite Katy Evans books ever. Million Dollar Marriage was a fun, easy, sexy read with the right amount of sass and heat.

Luke Cross and Penelope Carpenter are both in debt and in desperate need for money. With no other options, they both agree to participate in a reality tv game show where strangers are required to marry and work together as a couple solving challenges around the world. (I kind of wish Million Dollar Marriage was a real show because I'd totally watch it.) I enjoyed the opposites attract element between these characters. Luke and Nell could not be any more different. She is well educated and a bit uptight. He is a bar owner with a less than stellar past. These two butted heads like crazy but it created the most delicious tension. I live for their push and pull. As the game went on, they definitely brought out best in each other.

I loved everything about this book. I devoured it in one sitting and I didn't want it to end. I highly recommend if your looking for a fun, low angst, sexy read with a game show element.

Katy Evans has been one of my OG's since she released the Manwhore Series. And I have been a fan ever since, most times I instantly gobble up whatever book she releases, Million-Dollar Marriage is no different.

I went into this book blind because I have not read the first book in the series, but it didn't hamper my reading. The story stars two individuals who couldn't be more different. I love a opposite-attract story-line when it is written the right way. And Katy did it just right!

Luke and Penelope are two people who are in deep financial dept. When they see a commercial announcing a new reality show that promises a million-dollars to the winner, they both sign up, even though they don't even know the premise of the show. It turns out to be a reality TV show that is a cross between Marriage At First Sight, The Amazing Race and The Bachelor/Bachelorette.

And it means that each contestant must agree to marry the person they are paired together with, all the while competing against eight other couples while doing challenges that test their newly establish connection or bond as well as their problem-solving skills and endurance.

During their run together lines are blurred and crossed. The chemistry sizzles like a steak on grill. It felt real and raw but be aware that it is a slow burner. The question is do they or don't they? 

You can't ask for more in a story-line like this!

4 Sizzling Stars

Another great story from Katy Evans, she's a go-to author for me and always meets my expectations of a good time.

Characters: Nell and Luke are the main characters of this reality show adventure. They were both interesting characters, who were multidimensional and these sides became more apparent as the story progressed.
Setting: The main setting is Atlanta as that’s where the story begins, but the nature of the reality show was that the setting shifted all over America constantly. This was really cool and really different as most books don’t do that.
Pacing: Good as always.
Romance: I loved the way these two characters fell in love as Nell was so resistant to giving herself to Luke. It felt so rewarding to see them grow close over the course of the reality show competition.

Oh WOW!! Luke and Nell are THE COUPLE that I just adored. I felt their chemistry from the get go. I knew this "act" was going to bloom into something more!

That is as much as a spoiler this review will provide. I loved Million Dollar Marriage was the "IT" book for me. Katy Evans delivers the huge show that everyone wants to win. I love how the main characters connect and eventually have you rooting for these two. Great read and I need MORE!