This is a good book. The two main characters are Mila and Kai. Mia runs an inn and mother to Noah. Kai is the manager of the surf shop. They have known each other for four years. They are close friends. Mila doesn’t known what to do when her ex shows up. When she is talking to her ex, Kai shows up and introduces himself as her boyfriend. They decide to be fake boyfriend and girlfriend. They date a lot and decide to make it real. They fall in love.

Savannah Scott is always such a a comfort author for me. I absolutely love her rom-coms. And this series is my FAVORITE by her.

With that being said, this book was absolutely INCREDIBLE. I loved every moment about it. I laughed, I cried (because duh I always do... I'm such a sucker for HEAs) I laughed some more.

Fake dating is seriously one of my favorite tropes and this one pulled at all the stops.

Book Review: A Heartwarming Tale of Love and Resilience
In The Boyfriend Role, we are introduced to a relatable and inspiring protagonist, a single mom and business owner who juggles the responsibilities of raising her seven-year-old son, Noah, while managing the family bed and breakfast. The narrative begins with her candid acknowledgment of the challenges she faces, highlighting the balancing act of motherhood and entrepreneurship.
The author paints a vivid picture of a life enriched by the influence of three “fairy godmothers,” her spirited aunts who have shaped her upbringing. This unique family dynamic adds depth to her character and provides a backdrop of love and support that resonates throughout the story.
Enter Kai Kapule, the charming manager of the resort's water sports rentals, who unexpectedly steps into the protagonist's life with a bold declaration of being her boyfriend. His presence brings a delightful twist to the story, showcasing the warmth and humor that can arise from unexpected situations. The protagonist's initial surprise at Kai's declaration adds a layer of authenticity to her character, as she navigates the complexities of her feelings while attempting to maintain her independence.
As the plot unfolds, we witness the evolution of their relationship from a practical arrangement to a deeper connection. The chemistry between the two characters is palpable, particularly through moments that illustrate Kai's caring nature towards Noah, which is heartwarming and endearing. Readers will find themselves rooting for this unconventional pairing, even as the protagonist grapples with the fear of what it means to let someone in.
The author skillfully explores themes of love, friendship, and the struggle of maintaining boundaries while also allowing vulnerability. The tension builds as our heroine must confront her feelings for Kai while managing her responsibilities and fears of past relationships.
Ultimately, The Boyfriend Role is not just a romantic tale; it’s a story of self-discovery, resilience, and the beauty of unexpected love. It reminds us that sometimes, when we least expect it, life can surprise us in the most delightful ways. This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys heartfelt romance intertwined with humor and relatable life challenges. #netgalley

A fun fake dating romance, the story of Kai and Mila. I loved both characters and wanted everything to work out for them. Looking forward to the rest of this series.

This is a delightful story full of small-town charm, heartfelt moments, and laugh-out-loud humor that kept me captivated and engaged from start to finish.

Mila is a hardworking and fiercely independent single mom, running a bed and breakfast and raising her adorable son Noah. The last thing she needs is for her ex to pop back into her life, wanting another chance. That's where Kai comes in. He manages the resort's water sports rentals and has been friends with Mila for a while. He steps in to be her pretend boyfriend to keep her ex at bay. What starts as a harmless charade quickly becomes more complicated as sparks fly between them. The chemistry between them crackles, and their growing connection is beautifully portrayed. Kai’s kindness, especially towards Noah, absolutely melted my heart, while Mila's struggles and dedication made her a realistic and relatable character. The humor sprinkled throughout was spot-on, adding a lively touch to this sweet story.

Though part of the Love Trippin series, the novel can be read as a standalone. A charming closed-door romance, that offers heartwarming kisses, plenty of tropical vibes, and a feel-good romance with depth and charm. Absolutely loved it!

I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

This was a fun book I loved it! Mila and Kai were both strong charecters and it was fun to watch them navigating dating with her son.
Kai and Mila were a fun addition to the rest of the characters from the other Marabella books.
This was a sweet read, totally PG. .

Loved this fake-dating romance

This was a fun book! It was interesting to see how Mila and Kai navigated dating with her son, it added a nice dimension to the story.
It was great to see Kai and Mila come together and see the rest of the characters from past Marabella books. I look forward to the next book.
This was a sweet read, I'd rate PG for kissing.

ARC Review:

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Mila swore off love seven years ago when her husband Brad walked out on her and their unborn child. While the couple never planned for children, she thought their relationship was strong enough to weather the unexpected new addition. Now a single mother, Mila spends her time raising her son Noah and running her bed and breakfast, Mila’s Place. But her world is about to be rocked when Brad reenters her life asking to get to know Noah.

Kia, an ex professional surfer, spends his days running the water sports rental for the island resort and giving surf lessons. Despite having lots of loved ones on the island, he lives a rather quiet and solitary life. With his sister’s upcoming wedding, he is desperately trying to prove to his family and friends that he is happy on his own and doesn’t need them playing matchmakers.

When Mila and Kai learn of each other’s struggles they decide to work together. Agreeing to fake date, the pair aim at establishing healthy boundaries with Brad and Kai’s family. Will their plan be a smashing success, or will it blow up in their faces?

Resorting to Romance is the third book in The Love Trippin’ Series by Savannah Scott. While the book is intended to be apart of a series it can easily be read as a standalone. I myself came into the series late, starting with book three. While I plan to read and aquire all of the books, I have only had the opportunity to read two of the five thus far. Thankfully, Scott does a phenomenal job of catching readers up on important information so no matter where they start in the series they can enjoy themselves.

The single parent trope isn’t one I tend to read. However, Scott opened my eyes to how beautiful it can be when done correctly. Her character development of the main characters was perfectly executed. Kai was the ideal MMC displaying patience and understanding. He allowed Mila to set the pace and always kept Noah’s interest above his own. In the same way I loved watching Mila’s journey as she learned to set aside her trepidation and become brave for the sake of love.

Needless to say, I adore this story!!! If you are a fan of contemporary romances I urge you to read this. Special thanks to Netgalley, Victoria Editing, and Savannah Scott for allowing me to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

I saw this romance bewing for a while now and was excited to explore it.
Savannah has a really cool way of making you feel as though you're there at the beach, at the bnb, or whereever the couple was watching with your own eyes the relationship blossom. The main characters had such good chemistry.

This very slow burn story tells us the story of Mila, a single mom that runs an Inn in an tropical island, and Kai an ex-surfer who now gives surf lessons on the beach.
They know each other for several years , and have been really good friends since they met. It actually seemed that they were already in a romance without the displays of affection.
So when her ex shows up, and she needs to send hom some 'back off' feelings, Kai gets a caveman reaponse and acts as her boyfriend. They soon realise that being in a fake relationship can be benneficial, but don't count the wheight of their (unspoken) feelings and how they tend to grow with their proximity. It takes some good time, but they eventually give in.
It was nice seeing a good friendship and how they valued one another, not wanted to lose what they had for fear of losing one another.
Mila had some bad experiences with men, and was also afraid to have someone with her little boy in the middle. Kai is an easy-going guy, whith a big heart and a problem solver. He loves to take care of those he loves (yes, even the mutt) and Mila and Noah are is family (even if they don't know it yet). He is really a lovable character.
The side characters, mainly Kai's friends were perfect for some laugh out loud moments, especially Ben!

Awe! I was so excited to read Kai and Mila’s story. I felt like we really got to know Kai when we read Kala and Bodhi’s story. It was nice to see him in another light in this story. We still got to see how he was protective, we got to see him fall in love. Mila is such a strong woman. The fact she is a single mom while running a business is so admirable and I’m glad she was able to open up to Kai. I also love stories where there is a child involved because of the innocence and honesty the child provides. Noah just said it like it was and how he saw things and I think that helped open Mila’s eyes when the time came.

This is a dual pov, clean romance. It is part of a series but can be read as a stand alone novel.

Kai sees Mila as a friend. A friend he wants to help out with the inn she owns. A friend who has a loveable 7 year old son. A friend that he wants to date. Wait, scratch that. Definitely not. A friend he wants to protect by pretending to date her. There, that's it... He's just stepping in to keep her ex-husband at bay. There is definitely no possibility of a relationship. Mila is just kind and beautiful and feels like home. But she is very anti a real relationship. So, this is very much not happening.

But...the more they spend time together pretending to date, the less comfortable Kai feels staying in the friend zone. Is a real relationship even a possibility?
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All the warm fuzzies and butterflies for this one. Kai and Mila are mature adults who are well established in who they are, so they don't play games with their feelings (although they try really hard to stuff them down and ignore them). So, as they navigate these fake dating waters, their comfort level as friends really shines as they grow even closer. I adore a relationship that is setting up the forms for a solid foundation.

Many single parent books don't feature the kid or kids too much. But here Noah is his own loveable character. His relationship with Kai is so heartwarming and you can see why that is a reason that Mila finally allows herself to admit her feelings for Kai.

This book is a sloowwww burn, so the tension just keeps ratcheting up and when they do finally kiss, it is such a sweet moment and worthwhile payoff.

Savannah Scott continues to knock it out of the park in this series. She balances hilarious shenanigans with heart so well and gives us those characters we have grown to love in previous books as side characters we can love here.
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This is a closed door, kisses only rom com. It is part of a series but can be read as a stand alone.

Content Note (from the author): In this story, you will read about: Divorce (not on page), child abandonment (not on page), parental reconciliation with child (on page), and death of parents (character backstory).

Thank you to the author for the complimentary book. All opinions are my own.

Savannah Scott is a new-to-me author, and my first introduction into her writing was fantastic. I was able to read two of her books recently. Her books have the perfect amount of fun and humor mixed with real life. Resorting to Romance is a great example of this.

Mila and Kai are the cutest couple ever. These friends turned lovers had me cheering them on from the get go. They are the perfect example of how friendship can be a great foundation for a romantic relationship. I loved seeing how these two cared for each other, but it drove me crazy how they denied their feelings. Thank goodness for side characters, who not only add to the fun, but know better, and help bring these two together.

Resorting to Romance is a fabulous read for anyone who loves the beach, fake dating, single mother trope, and definitely friends-to-lovers. I laughed multiple times. I swooned. I loved this one!

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced copy. These thoughts are my own.

"Resorting to Romance" by Savannah Scott is a delightful and heartwarming contemporary romance that whisks readers away to a charming resort setting. Scott's writing shines through with its vibrant descriptions and endearing characters. The story centers on a romance that blooms amidst the idyllic backdrop of a luxurious resort, blending elements of escapism with genuine emotional depth.

I loved Kai and Mika and enjoyed every minute of their story! The small island, surf culture was the perfect backdrop for a summer read. I look forward to reading more of the connected stories in this collection!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this book. It gave me all the summer / beach vibes I could hope for. I loved Kai and Mila's story. Very clean and fun, which is just what I had hoped for.

*4.5

This was adorable. Kai was so in love with Mila even if he didn't want to admit it. He would literally drop everything in his life to go help her or Noah. Mila didn't know if she was ready to love again but Kai was right there and ready. Kai's relationship with Noah was so cute and I loved it.

I received an arc through netgalley.

The newest installment of the Marabella Island series did not disappoint. Mila stays quite busy running the island's bed and breakfast while raising her son on her own. When her son's father returns to the island, her friend Kai steps in as her fake boyfriend. Mila and Kai have been friends for years and their fake relationship is starting to feel very real. A cute, single mom, fake dating romance with lots of heart.

This is such as amazing book by Savanah Scott and I think it’s my favorite by her! I love the mom son bond in this book and loved that the MMC bonded with her son as well. All all the way around I love this book and recommend.

Savannah Scott has done it again - another irresistible romcom. As the fourth instalment in the Love Trippin’ series, Scott weaves deep themes with her usual humour and laugh out loud moments in a seamless and authentic manner. Readers will not feel confused or like they are missing details if Resorting to Romance is read as a stand alone. With a title that tells all, you’ll be reading with a sappy smile on your face the whole time, as these characters are all so loveable.

My only disappointment is how Brad’s reunification falls to the way side and isn’t mentioned in the last few chapters & epilogue. As such a vital component of the book, this storyline for Noah’s sake needed a conclusion. If you haven’t read a Savannah Scott novel, beware they are like Lays chips - “bet you can’t eat (aka read) just one”!!