4.5*
Digging Dr Jones was absolutely adorable! It was well balanced, funny, did not contain many (or any?) predictable tropes, was well written, enjoyable from start to finish.... Can't believe this is a beginner novel. I didn't really love the first few chapters, but that could just be a me problem. It went heavy with the Indiana Jones trope, if that's a thing. Oh, and heavy on the slow burn. Overall, delightful.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

I was invited by the publisher to review this book. Adriana Jones puts on a bracelet with gems on it, but then realizes that not only was it not meant for her, it also doesn't easily come off. The bracelet was meant for Andrew Jones, and he needs it for his archeology expedition in Columbia. Thus, the only solution is for Adriana to tag along on his quest.

This book was a great blend of romance and Indiana Jones, and Andrew and Adriana had perfect, sizzling chemistry. I enjoyed that Adriana, who had been burned in past relationships, wound up having to trust Andrew as he navigated the landscape - but in her trusting him, she also gained confidence in herself as a person, too. This was a really well-paced book, and I just loved the adventure and both of the characters!

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK/One More Chapter for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book is what it would be like if The Mummy and Indiana Jones had a romcom baby and I adored it. This is a wonderfully done debut novel that starts with a mix up between Adriana Jones and Andrew Jones by way of a package delivery. This was a lighthearted adventure with action, mystery, banter and a bit of spice. I really loved these characters and could not put this book down. I think when doing a book like this it can go terribly wrong, but this one is terribly right and many readers will love this one! 4.5 stars

Thank you NetGalley and HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter | One More Chapter for access to the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a quick and fun read, I loved how easy it was to get lost in and I really enjoyed how from the very first page the story was so engaging with just the right amount of adventure, humour and romance and such compelling characters that were so relatable,I loved the dynamic between them so much. The pacing was just right and added in with the captivating writing just made this debut book a joy to read, highly recommend to anyone looking for an easy feel good book!

This book had a great plot with intriguing characters. I’ll definitely be looking out for more from this author.

Thank you to NetGalley, Olivia Jackson, and HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter for allowing me access to the e-arc.

4.5 stars

I thought this was a great debut. If you loved the National Treasure movies but wanted more romance and spice then you will eat this book up. I adored the main characters. It was nice that Adriana and Andrew both had complicated pasts. It made them feel like more realistic characters. Then the bonus of the archaeological mystery they are trying to solve.

Digging Dr. Jones is a fantastic debut from Olivia Jackson that blends adventure, humor, and romance in the best way possible. If you love The Lost City, Indiana Jones or Something Wilder by Christina Lauren, with a side of sizzling chemistry, this book is an absolute must read!

Adriana and Andrew’s dynamic is so much fun. She’s completely out of her element, accidentally getting tangled in his high stakes treasure hunt, but instead of being just along for the ride, she fully embraces the adventure. I loved how Andrew never dismissed her ideas, always treating her as an equal and making sure she knew how much he valued her, even though she had zero background in archaeology. Their connection was built on respect, trust, and an undeniable spark that made every moment between them feel special.

Adriana’s past heartbreak made her hesitant about love, but the way she let herself trust Andrew and follow her instincts was so refreshing. And Andrew? Total book boyfriend material. He was supportive, kind, and a guy she could easily fall for (and did) from start to finish. Their island picnic date? Pure perfection.

The story moves at a great pace, balancing action, romance, and humor effortlessly. The forced proximity trope works so well here, and the ending wraps everything up in the most satisfying way. This was such a cute, fun, and spicy read. I can’t wait to see what Olivia Jackson writes next!

Thank you to NetGalley, Olivia Jackson, and One More Chapter for the eARC of this book.

I absolutely loved Digging Dr. Jones by Olivia Jackson! I read it in one sitting because the story was so engaging and fun. The plot had the perfect balance of mystery and adventure, and the characters were both relatable and compelling. The author's writing style made it easy to dive right into the story, and I found myself hooked from the first page. It was a thrilling, quick read that kept me entertained all the way through. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an enjoyable and fast-paced adventure!


*thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

I loved this debut by Olivia Jackson. It was the perfect combination of adventure (Indiana Jones vibes) and romance. Andrew and Adriana were partners in crime and very cute together. Even though Adriana gets roped into this journey, she becomes very interested in the expedition and gets incredibly involved, and I liked how Andrew valued her as an equal and took her ideas seriously even though she had no background in archeology. He never lets her forget how much he respects and likes her, especially when Adriana shares her insecurities with him. And even though Adriana has been burned badly by a past relationship that has put her off from love, she wasn't scared to grab it by the hands and listen to her gut/instincts when she found it with Andrew. And even though they were on a mission, they always prioritized each other (aka that cute island picnic date). Overall, it was a very cute book, and the ending is wrapped up very nicely.

Thank you to HarperCollins and NetGalley for the ARC!

I absolutely loved Digging Dr. Jones by Olivia Jackson! I read it in one sitting because the story was so engaging and fun. The plot had the perfect balance of mystery and adventure, and the characters were both relatable and compelling. The author's writing style made it easy to dive right into the story, and I found myself hooked from the first page. It was a thrilling, quick read that kept me entertained all the way through. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an enjoyable and fast-paced adventure!


*thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*