digging dr jones was a bit cringey in places but overall the premise delivered exactly what it needed to …

the plot and premise was what excited me most about this book ,, hoping for the adventure and puzzles that you usually see in all the treasure hunting films ! i did feel as though this book to a whole to get to that stage and it only really got exciting towards the 70% which was such a shame .. it seemed the relationship between our two main characters went so fast but so slow at the same time ?? and it was slightly insta lovey ..
however by the end i did find myself really enjoying the writing and the plot coming together !

the characters were written very well .. with some unfortunate cringey lines but nothing toooo bad …

overall , i did have a good time reading this book , it’s just not ones of my faves i’ve read this year!

I was so happy when I was approved for this book, but unfortunately it wasn’t all I hoped it would be. The beginning of the book was really slow for me, and I and to push through to get into it. I’m a sucker for anything to do with archeology, but it was clear the author didn’t do any research about what archeology is. The book has major Indiana Jones vibes, and anyone who enjoys those films will enjoy this book it is the same type of “archeology” Ultimately it was a quick and easy read.

As an Indiana Jones girlie, I LOVED this! I have no been in my romance era recently but this got me back into it! I loved this and want to read more by this author soon!

Wow wow wow

I couldn’t get enough of this book! It put me into a mini slump because nothing hit the spot like this did! It’s got everything you need. The right twist of adventure, mystery and romance.

Well.. I wanted to love this book, but I sadly didn't. The plot of the book sounded really cool and I was so excited to read it!
At the beginning (until around 50% of the book) I really enjoyed this book, but the more I read I cared less about the characters and how the story unfolded. It's quite hard to describe. At one point I wanted to DNF it.
It's not a bad book per se, and I read many great reviews but somehow I couldn't really connect with the characters and sadly it wasn't my cup of tea!

I loved this one! It started a little slow for me even though the 'adventure' aspect starts early on, it took me a bit to get invested in the story and characters. Once I did I couldn't put it down. I loved Adriana and William's relationship and how he was never afraid to call her out. It was a bit of a slow burn but very spicy when it got going. The end was kind of crazy but I loved it.

Thank you Net Galley for this ARC. The story is a fresh take on an Indiana Jones quest with Adriana and Andrew on the hunt for hidden treasure. Throughout the hunt for treasure we see Adriana and Andrew interact and slowly fall in love. The story is fast paced and very engaging as it has lots of action, great banter, and good spice. I also loved how both Adriana and Andrew were very close to their siblings and the importance of family. I thought this was a fantastic read and would definitely recommend it!

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC.

This follows the adventure of Dr Andrew Jones and Adriana Jones.

Adriana is on holiday in South America at a lovely resort with her brother William after dealing with bad news back home. She returns to her room to find a package had been left for her from the concierge , and inside finds a beautiful old bracelet. Naturally she puts it on.

Later that evening , she meets Dr Andrew Jones , who informs her that there was a mix up delivering the package , and this was intended for his room. He is an archaeologist and professor , And this bracelet is actually a very valuable artefact which is the key to unlock a century old hidden treasure which he has been hired to help recover. Naturally it is stuck on her wrist.

Andrew , Adriana and William then embark on an adventure around Columbia trying to find the missing treasure.

This was a slow burn forced proximity romance. Giving me all The Mummy, Indiana Jones and National Treasure vibes. This was a high action adventure , really heartwarming and funny romance.

Adriana Jones está disfrutando de unas vacaciones cuando recibe por error un paquete destinado a Andrew Jones, un arqueólogo famoso. Dentro, encuentra una pulsera con gemas que, al ponérsela, descubre que no puede quitarse. Pronto se entera de que la pulsera es clave en la búsqueda de un antiguo tesoro en la selva de Colombia, y Andrew necesita recuperarla para salvar su carrera.

Sin otra opción, Adriana se ve arrastrada a una peligrosa aventura, acompañando al apuesto arqueólogo en su misión. Mientras enfrentan junglas, tumbas y misterios, la atracción entre ellos crece, pero también lo hacen los riesgos. ¿Será esta peligrosa expedición el verdadero tesoro que Adriana necesitaba en su vida? Una historia llena de aventura, química explosiva y secretos del pasado que cambiarán sus destinos.




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Estuvo entretenido, pero esperaba más acción y aventuras.


Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I am a sucker for anything archeology related so I took a chance on this more romcom based novel and was so pleasantly surprised! It’s an absolute good time! Adriana and her brother William are hilarious and entirely relatable. Dr Andrew Jones is a perfect book boyfriend and such a dreamboat! I loved the adventure part of the story and it reminded me so much of a mix between “Jewel of the Nile” & “Indiana Jones.” There’s a good helping of spice and some great banter. A very solid good time!!

Thank you to NetGalley & Olivia Jackson & HarperCollins for letting me read and review this book!

Indiana jones vibes
Treasure hunting
Forced proximity
Found family

Book moved very quickly and was insta love. He got the girl and the treasure in the end

Thank you NetGalley and Harper Collins UK for the arc!

This was such a fun and adventurous romcom!!! I loved how fast paced and action packed this book was and the forced proximity was so good!!! I loved the quirky dialogue and the romance between Adriana/Andrew was just so cute to read about.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK for the arc <3

"Digging Dr. Jones" by Olivia Jackson is a delightful adventure rom-com packed with action, adventure, and romance. The story follows Adriana Jones, a struggling business owner who unexpectedly finds herself on an archaeological quest with the charming and handsome Dr. Andrew Jones. Their journey through the jungles of Colombia in search of ancient treasure is filled with witty banter, sizzling chemistry, and plenty of unexpected twists.
The book strikes a great balance between mystery, action, and humor, with strong Indiana Jones vibes. The fast-paced adventure keeps readers hooked, while the romance adds a fun and engaging dynamic. Overall, this book is an exciting and entertaining read, perfect for those who enjoy a mix of action, adventure, and romance.

I really had fun with this book! It was adventurous and reminded me of Indiana Jones, tomb raider, and the mummy. I thought the FMC was quirky in a good way and the MMC was HOT. The premise was cute and I love a treasure hunt.

This book drops you right into the heart of the action with the main character receiving a bracelet within the first page. Which she promptly puts on, that locks onto her wrist and away we go on a dramatic adventure.

First things first. This isn't archaeology. This Dr. Jones is as much an archaeologist as the more famous Dr. Jones. I had to pause, close my eyes and mutter it wasn't real for a couple of moments. Once I pushed aside my schooling and allowed my suspension of disbelief to kick in, it went much smoother.

This was a fun little adventure, it might not linger in the mind too long, but it was easy to digest and entertaining enough in its own right. Nothing new perhaps but it wasn't trying to be. This was exactly what it said it was, and it works for that.

I was very torn on the character of William. On one hand, I found him super annoying, the 'token gay' but on the other... I would like a book about his adventures, his pov of this story, because what actually happens to him as it goes on is delightful. He's outside of the main drama, but he has his own stuff and I want more. Pretty please?

4.25⭐️
I wasn’t sure exactly what to expect going into it, but this book reminded me of the movies The Lost City, Jungle Cruise, and National Treasure combined with Indiana Jones. It’s like if Indiana Jones was a rom com. I’m no archaeologist, but I think it’s safe to assume that if you are looking for accurate historical/archaeological information/processes, this isn’t gonna be it, but it was a very cute and entertaining read. It has a little bit of everything: action, adventure, mystery, comedy, and romance. The chemistry between the main characters was great and both the main characters and supporting characters were likable. I think it would have been nice to have some dual POV from Dr. Jones’ perspective in some parts. There were definitely a couple of spicy chapters that seemed a bit over the top and I just kinda skimmed through. Overall I think this was a cute read and great debut novel. I would definitely read future books from this author. Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the ARC in return dor my honest review.

Not for me I fear. Read the word "wowza" on the first page- being used unironically!- and feared the worst, and unfortunately my gut feeling was right, It only got worse from there. The writing style was just not for me. Too millennial for my taste.

Excellent premise! I think we can all agree that a quest with a hot archaeology professor to save ancient treasure sounds like a great book. But the execution missed the mark. The characters felt flat, the FMC was not that likable, and several passages were either confusing or poorly written. Also I was promised laugh out loud! Disagree. I was also promised spicy and that it is. I would pass on this one next time.

Thank you to HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter and Netgalley for this ARC.

I absolutely loved this book!
If you’re coming into it, looking for deep diving history and archaeology, you’re not gonna get it.
This is Like if you mash up Raiders of the lost Ark and the lost city, it’s about action and adventure and archaeology, but it’s also not super serious. There is action and there is adventure, but there is also a lot of comedy and it doesn’t take itself too seriously.

The strangers to reluctant accomplishes to lovers is center in the story
There is background for both characters, but it’s not delve into so deeply that your left heartbroken or crying. This is definitely a feel good book and it doesn’t really lean into any dark themes.

Romance ❤️❤️❤️
Spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Crying❌
Action 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻
Kicking feet 👣
Happy ending 💒💒💒💒

This romcom is a delightful mix of The Mummy and Indiana Jones, it's full of mystery, adventure and a high stakes mission to find some hidden treasure before it falls into the wrong hands. I'm a little disappointed to say that the premise sounded better than what the book actually was, I did enjoy it and would recommend reading it if you're looking for a simple romance that's bound to make you feel like you're somewhere else, but it lacked true depth and some aspects of it just felt off.

I can't say I liked the main heroine and leading lady, Adriana. She's the first to make a mistake but never truly apologises or struggles to own up to it, she comes off as entitled despite having a tragic and traumatic background, and she's also a bit bland. Her brother, William, was quite the same. Thankfully the love interest and 'Indiana Jones' of this book, Andrew Jones, was much more entertaining.

The forced proximity and fish out of water romance didn't quite hit for me, I hardly felt their connection and found it too quick considering Adriana despises romance and most men in general. It did have some cute, cliché moments, mostly with Andrew falling head over heels for the woman who's thrown his plans in the air, and the spice was alright, though maybe too much with one scene right after another for no reason, and the banter and teasing was also humorous at times.

The last few chapters were pretty intense, with the book taking a dangerous turn, I liked the twists and high stakes, but the childish arguments and lack of communication made me less worried about the true dangers and more annoyed at the characters. The story does wrap up well, and gives readers a happy ending, which kind of feels contradictory and somewhat selfish, but at that point I was just rolling with it all. Overall, I can't say I adored this book, but I'm glad to have read it as a filler read.

3/5 🌟