I was so pleased to be given the opportunity to have an advance read of this book by Erin Connor on NetGallery.

Loved the description of the book, particularly the scenario, which is something slightly different to other romance books that I have read, since getting the reading bug back in January of this year.

Sawyer Greene is a New York Best Selling Author who has one slight problem.... Writer's Block.... She is behind in writing her latest novel and has her Publisher breathing down her neck, but cannot bring any ideas to life for her next novel.

Mason Alvarez is the swoon worthy TV Actor that has his own issues.... relationships, and why they don't seem to last. He's latest relationship with his co-star has blown up in the media and he has to try and keep a low profile, and told not to get into another relationship until everything has calmed down.

One day Mason and Sawyer briefly get stuck in an elevator whilst heading to a local bar and it is at the same bar they eventually start talking and end up having a 'one night stand' after which they believe they will never see each other again. Fate though intervenes and they meet again and it is at this point that they then decide to help each other. Sawyer to help break Mason by ruining various romance tropes for him, with Mason then helping Sawyer try and bring romance back into her life in order to break the writers block she is experiencing. Through this agreement they decide two things #1 No more sex and #2 No falling in love.

It is a fool proof plan, until Sawyer and Mason both realise that the more they become involved in their respective roles, the more they begin to realise that they could be heading towards their Happy Ever After.

Thoroughly enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down. Loved all the various romance tropes that this story covered, as well as the references to various romance movies, particularly in relation to Sawyer had her re-enacting certain scenes from Love Actually and Say Anything - this made me melt ❤️

❤️One Night Stand to Strangers to Friends to Lovers to Idiots to Lovers (you have to read the book to understand this 💕)
❤️He Falls First (Cinnamon Roll)
❤️Fate Intervenes
❤️HEA

A decent read, strangers with an instant connection meet in a lift, and sparks fly!

I loved the meet cute, the characters vibe really well and the support they give each other throughout the story is lovely.

Loves the Uromance! I totally got How to lost a Guy In Ten Days vibes not only from the cover but the cool modern storyline as well! I loved how our two mains worked against each other only to come together in the best way! So soooo good! Highly recommend

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

After a painful breakup with her college girlfriend, Sawyer has sworn off love. Which is fine—except she’s a romance author. With a looming deadline and a case of writer’s block, she’s stuck. Then she keeps crossing paths with a one-night stand she can’t get out of her head, and he suggests maybe fate is nudging them to help each other.

Mason West is the ultimate hopeless romantic. His track record of dating co-stars has started to tarnish his reputation, especially after his latest ex goes public with a new boyfriend. He’s ready to give up on love, and when he repeatedly runs into Sawyer—the woman who left a lasting impression—he takes it as a sign. His idea? They’ll team up: he’ll help her with her writer’s block, and she’ll guide him away from romantic tropes so he can stop falling for people. Seems foolproof, right? Until, of course, their undeniable chemistry gets in the way.

These two are beyond adorable. I loved them both individually as characters. Despite their emotional baggage, they don’t let past heartbreaks weigh them down, and they still find joy and connection with each other. Watching them slowly open up and lower their defenses was so satisfying. Their vulnerable heart-to-heart moments were deeply moving, and it was beautiful to see them both feel truly seen and understood for the first time.

Both Mason and Sawyer have really strong character arcs. Their personal growth is just as compelling as their journey as a couple, and Ms. Connor does a fantastic job of showing their evolution, both together and on their own.

This was such an enjoyable read. If you’re in the mood for a cinnamon roll hero and a badass heroine, this is definitely the book for you! Highly recommend.