If the Ring Fits is Camilla Isley’s newest romantic comedy in her Funny Feelings series. It is a hilarious age-gap marriage of convenience romance and should be read after This Is Not a Holiday Romance. This story contains several F-bombs sprinkled throughout and one sex scene in the bonus scene.

28-year-old Rowena Taylor was introduced in This Is Not a Holiday Romance as Nina’s roommate. She is a software engineer and dated Liam until their breakup six weeks ago. One day she goes to see her doctor on her lunch break and is informed that she’s seven weeks pregnant. Then her boss comes into her office and tells her that her job was eliminated and to pack up her office immediately. As she’s walking across the lobby, she’s hit with nausea and runs into the restroom where she pukes.

39-year-old Adrian West is a career-obsessed investment banker in New York City. He’s the Chief Investment Officer and is competing with the COO for the CEO position when the current CEO retires later this year. Adrian is flabbergasted when he overhears the CEO saying that he will most likely choose the COO, Preston, because he has a wife and children. So Adrian invents a pregnant fiancé and tells the CEO that she will accompany him to the firm’s July 4 barbecue which is being held in two weeks. As Adrian rides in the elevator, he is overcome by nausea and suspects that his sushi lunch is making him ill. He hurries across the lobby and into a restroom stall where he vomits profusely.

Rowena and Adrian strike up a conversation between vomiting episodes as they hover in their adjacent bathroom stalls. Rowena confesses her present circumstances, and Adrian admits to inventing a pregnant fiancée for his boss. Adrian offers a deal to Rowena to pose as his fiancée so that she can remain in New York City. The rules of engagement are simple:
• Pretend to be madly in love
• Keep their real lives separate
• Absolutely, positively do NOT catch feelings

Their off-the-charts chemistry and the nights spent in close proximity wear down their resolve. Naturally Rowena and Adrian fall for each other, forcing them to decide after six months of marriage if they want to stay together. While Rowena’s friends know the truth, Adrian’s colleagues believe the ruse. Complicating the situation is Rowena’s emotional struggles after the baby is born, and Adrian’s adjustment to having a family after a terrible childhood.

This author consistently writes smart and funny romantic comedies featuring STEMinist heroines who find worthy mates. She creates sparkling banter between the main characters, who engage the reader in their lives. The authenticity of Adrian and Rowena’s emotions and character development is what makes If the Ring Fits special. While it has many humorous scenes, there is more emotional depth to this story than the author’s previous works. The friendships, work relationships, and Nina and Dylan’s sibling affection add a richness to this series. I cannot wait to read Hunter and Dylan’s story next!

I received an advance review copy (ARC) from NetGalley and Boldwood Books for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This book is definitely five stars. I love the relationship in this book. I love how it started with the future showing where they were in the pseudo divorce and then jumping back into the past to show how they got there, and I loved how their relationship slowly developed. It wasn’t a slow burn, but it definitely gave you insight into each personality. I love the romance, the banter The cute couple things this book is definitely a five star read.

If you loved the first one then you know you will love this one! I love the tech/business world like it's Camilla specialty! The romance and situationship is relatable! I hope the author continues writing in this world because I really love the side characters and setting. Thank you so much to Camilla, the publisher, and Netgalley!

A cute and entertaining romance.
Yeah sure you might find the regular romance troupes… one bed troupe anyone ;) but honestly they work that’s why they’re familiar and so used. But in this book they almost feel new! They’re handled so well with humour and a freshness it genuinely feels like new.
This is one of those book that remind you why you like romantic comedy’s in the first place.

4.5 Stars

Who doesn't love a bathroom meet-cute... or a "meet-puke" as described in the book. With a marriage of convenience, only one bed, and dual POV, this story is a quick read that had me hooked, as I didn't want to put the book down.

Camilla Isley does it again, bringing readers another fun rom com with likeable main characters and good banter. "If The Ring Fits" is the second book in her Funny Feelings series, but it can be read as a standalone. However, I recommend you read the first book as well, so you don't miss out of another good book. I can't wait to read the third book in the series due out in May 2025.

Thank you to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

I love a good Camilla Isley story and this one even though i found it a little slow to start off really drew me in and I must say it was a good time. Really enjoyed the characters and the plot.

Highly recommend!

⭐️ 3/5

Ok, hear me out... the writer is good and the writing is good.

The story, however, is not.

I was frustrated with multiple patriarchal vibes... for example, the FMC is very educated and capable, but she becomes pregnant and is suddenly incapable, and the only things to save her are her parents or a rich man?! Like, why?

Then she becomes wingy and mean and gives him the silent treatment 🙄 😒 I just couldn't catch a vibe.

This felt more dramatic and less comedic.

But hey, it got alightly better as it went on. But even then, it wasn't for me.

♡ Marriage of Convenience
♡ Age Gap
♡ Forced Proximity
♡ Woopsie Pregnancy (not the MMCs baby)
♡ STEM career FMC
♡ Rich MMC

I didn’t love the set up of this book. The whole thing seemed unbelievable and random. However, once the story got going, I came to enjoy the characters and story. I always love Camilla’s writing and this one was just as addicting and fun as the rest.

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

[NET GALLEY READ #23]
4.25 ⭐

"Don't let fear hold you back from something wonderful."

Delightful.

Pros:
- Intriguing premise. Good characters.
- Well written. Dialogues are pretty good.
- Easy to read. A few big or fancy words here and there. But smooth sailing otherwise.
- Has that 'want to read the next chapter' quality.
- Not relevant but all I can think of after reading the name Rowena is Ravenclaw. The character is lovely, though.

Cons:
- Maybe a bit saccharine at a point or two. Otherwise, a good blend of funny and serious.

Other:
The first chapter with Adrian seemed a bit... wonky. It didn't click. But the next few were much much better. The backstory is sad and explains why the character is a workaholic.

Rowena's chapters were really good. Right from the start.
I like that she tells her friends everything from the start. There is no sneaking around and waiting for a few chapters til the friends find out.

Recommended. 👍

This book was so fun to read! And the main characters were likable which is SO great when reading a rom com. The banter was so well written and felt true to the character and plot line. I loved the swoony and spicy scenes.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of the ARC

I absolutely loved this book, it had everything you want in a cute rom com. The MCs were amazing and I loved them both so much! It was funny and witty, the banter was great, there were tender scenes that made you swoon plus an optional steamy bonus chapter for the readers that want a bit of spice (which I also appreciated because I could skip and know I didn’t miss any of the story). I really didn’t want their story to end, I can’t wait for the next couple in the series either.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of the ARC

Basic info:
- Contemporary Romance
- Double POV, 1st person, single timeline
- Part of a series of a series of standalone books.

Tropes & hooks:
- Marriage of convenience
- FMC in STEM, MMC in finances (He is pretty wealthy too)
- FMC in pregnant (MMC is not the father)
- Forced proximity (one bed included)
- Age gape
- He calls her sunshine
- Slow burn

Quick premise:
Rowana (FMC) and Adrian (MMC) work in the same building and haven't really crossed paths before. She is a software engineer and he is an investment broker. The day Rowena finds out she is out of her job because of financial cuts (at which moment she is already pregnant and knows it), Adrian finds out he might be up for a big promotion, but only if he can demonstrate that he is a family man. At this point Adrian most decidedly is not such a person, he is totally devoted to his work. The same day Rowena and Adrian meet and after some discussion, they decide to embark on a journey to help each other and pretend to date and get married. She is moving to his place and as they get to know each other, they slowly fall in love.

<b>My thoughts:</b>
- I Loved the dedication. I was very amused by it.
- Rowena. I loved her. She found herself in a pretty shitty situation but was glad to see she had help from her friends and ultimately from Adrian. As a software engineer myself I felt Rowena. I am totally on board with the business idea she had.
- Adrian. We begin with him being a very work-centered person, he does not care pretty much about anything in the realm of friendships or relationships. The more time he spends with Rowena, the more caring towards her and her baby he becomes. He is very thoughtful and does everything for Rowena to be comfortable and figure out what her next steps should be.
- The tension and banter between the two is delicious. They feel attraction to each other but do not act on it because they both think that for the other is just a business arrangement.
- The meet cure between the main character can go two ways for you, you'll find it funny, or it won't be your cup of tea at all.
- Some might find the third-act breakup not convincing enough.
- It was an interesting choice to start the book with Rowena and Adrian being about to divorce and then go back to explain their story.
- I loved the guest appearance from the characters from The Love Algorithm.

<i>I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion. Thanks to everyone involved in ARC's distribution.</i>

I was really excited to read If the Ring Fits—I love rom-coms, and the premise sounded like the perfect mix of fun, chaos, and swoon-worthy romance. A fake engagement between two strangers who are complete opposites? Count me in!

There were definitely aspects I enjoyed. The fake engagement trope, combined with forced proximity and an undeniable attraction, made for some entertaining moments. The humour and banter kept the story moving, and I appreciated the lighthearted approach to romance. The story had some fun, rom-com-worthy scenarios, and I can see why many readers would find it an enjoyable, easy read.

That said, I did struggle with some aspects of the book. While I can usually embrace suspension of disbelief, there were moments when the plot felt a little too convenient, making it difficult for me to stay fully immersed. I also found it challenging to connect with Rowena—while I understood some of her actions given her circumstances, I struggled with certain aspects of her personality and choices. At times, she came across as immature and self-centered, which made it difficult to root for her.

Additionally, the book touches on some serious topics, which I appreciate seeing in romance. However, I personally felt that certain elements could have been handled with more depth and sensitivity.

Overall, If the Ring Fits had its enjoyable moments, and I can see it being a fun read for those who love fake engagement and opposites-attract romances. While it didn’t fully work for me, I’m sure fans of lighthearted, billionaire rom-coms will still find plenty to love!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book!

If The Ring Fits is the second book in Camilla Isley’s Funny Feelings series. Both books are standalone stories.

It is the worst day of Rowena Taylor’s life! She has just come from the doctor where she learned she is 8 weeks pregnant with her ex boyfriend’s child, morning sickness is all day, and she has just lost her job. Trying to make it out of the building with dignity in tack calls for an emergency restroom stop.

Financial executive Adrian West has just been told by his boss that he and one other are being considered to take over as CEO when the boss retires after the first of the year. Adrian feels like he is a shoe in until he overhears the boss say that as good as he is the job will go to the other because he has a family and a life outside of work. The shock of this information and the questionable safety of his lunch sushi, Adrian, leaving the building to get his head together, finds himself in the first floor restroom for an emergency stop in the most unusual meet-cute a rom-com ever had.

Is there a way Rowena and Adrian, each with life changing problems, can help one another? And will the plan solve all their problems or create a whole new group to reckon with? This is such a fun story but woven within are serious topics our characters have to deal with. I very much enjoyed this book and I do recommend it!

Spicy, male female, 1st person point of view, contemporary romance. I love a marriage of convenience trope! This was a fun rom com with a handful of tropes. I enjoyed the author's writing style and the story kept me engaged. I'll be checking out her other books!

Okay, I am officially a Camilla Isley fan girl. Her books are simply *chef's kiss*.

Not too long, not too short
Perfect hooks
Laugh out loud moments
Lovable characters
Sharp banter
Wildly unconventional romance

"If the Ring Fits" is the second book in the Funny Feelings series, but feel free to dive into it as a standalone. This book brings us Rowena and Adrian who get engaged in a VERY unconventional way (no spoilers, but it involves a bathroom, very bad timing, and some mutual mortification). Adrian's CEO promotion is not going as planned and Rowena finds her entire life upended before 10 AM. Talk about a bad day! BUT these two have all the witty banter and an even wittier plan.

Fans of Camilla's previous books will be thrilled to see some of her main characters again and discover what they have been up to. If you're a fan of clever, feel-good romances, "If the Rings Fits" needs to be at the top of your TBR!

Camilla Isley is a must read author for me and her latest novel If the Ring Fits did not disappoint.

The trope of this novel is fake dating (or marriage in this case!) and it follows the main characters Adrian and Rowena.

It was a quick, easy read that I flew through. There is some good banter between the main characters that keeps the book lighthearted.

Rating 4.5/5

With most stories, there comes a moment where you have to suspend reality a little bit and with this one, it is pretty much when our two main characters meet for the first time. I feel like for some with this set of circumstances it will be too much of an ask but since I have read a lot of books by Camilla Isley and really enjoyed them I decided to trust her and buy into it, and I’m glad that I did because I loved this story.

I loved that we started with a flash forward to a crucial point in Rowena and Adrian’s relationship. It really set the tone of the story, added some nice tension, and made way for their kind of outlandish meeting. It made me eager to see what twists and turns the story would take, especially because I hadn’t looked at the blurb in a couple of months, so I was going in with a fairly clean slate.

The story was lovely and lighthearted, it explores how these two characters, who come together for convenience, spend most of their time trying hard not to fall for each other, and it was very entertaining watching the push and pull between them. I would say I don’t feel like we go too deep with this couple, but I didn’t mind that it was kept light, there was a more serious topic introduced towards the end of the book but it wasn’t explored too heavily.

I liked Rowena and Adrian, they had an easy and witty rapport which made their trying to stay separate from each other harder the more time they spent together. They also had very good chemistry which added some extra complications in the story. I was also happy to see some characters from a previous story show up in this one, especially my favourite fictional robot.

If The Rings Fits is a good fun romantic story with characters that I couldn’t help but care about, a delightful and entertaining read.

A software engineer has the worst day of her life by getting fired just hours after discovering she's pregnant to her toxic ex. Yet a chance meeting with a desperate fund manager may provide an avenue of temporary rescue with a fake engagement. Cute story that manages to take a tired trope and make it quite enjoyable.

I absolutely adored this book and these characters. Camilla Isley is one of the top queens for fun, emotional rom coms and I adore her stories! There a couple of different romance tropes in this: one bed, fake relationship, etc. But reading about these characters feelings and how much they end up growing closer is so heartwarming. Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for my digital ARC!