Well, Actually follows Eva Kitt who is the host of Sausage Talk interviewing B-list celebrities over hotdogs. Eva ends up calling her college ex-boyfriend out online and it goes viral. Said ex-boyfriend is Rylie Cooper who has a social media platform deconstructing toxic masculinity. Her producers force Eva to confront Rylie on a live episode of Sausage talk and they end up going on a series of dates and discussing them online.

This was okay but to be honest I’m really not a fan of this author’s writing. I just cannot connect to it. Plus I was really drawn to this book because of the cover. I just didn’t really buy into this story. It was fine but Eva was a bit too cold for me. I appreciated the bisexual representation in this as it’s not often we seen bisexual men in romance books.

Mazey Eddings delivers a vibrant and witty second-chance romance that feels both contemporary and deeply emotional. The story centers on Eva Kitt, a journalist who never expected her career to revolve around interviewing minor celebrities about hot dogs rather than pursuing hard-hitting stories. But life has a funny way of surprising people, and Eva’s turning point comes when she goes on an impassioned on-air rant about her college ex, Rylie Cooper—who just happens to be a well-known influencer. When her outburst goes viral, she suddenly finds herself at the center of attention for all the wrong reasons.

Rylie, whose brand is all about helping men become better partners, sees this as a chance to show the world (and Eva) that he’s changed. He pitches an idea: a series of dates where Eva gets to test his growth firsthand, documenting each experience for his followers. It’s an outrageous proposition—one that Eva is more than happy to exploit for her own benefit. But as their playful sparring starts to turn into something more, she’s forced to question whether the guy who once shattered her heart might actually be the one who truly gets her.

Eddings nails the beloved “black cat/golden retriever” dynamic. Eva’s sharp-tongued, cynical nature collides in the best way with Rylie’s earnest, people-pleasing personality, making for some truly electric chemistry. Their quick-witted exchanges, laugh-out-loud situations, and unexpectedly tender moments create a relationship that feels both authentic and entertaining. The social media aspect brings a refreshing spin to the classic second-chance romance, and though some sections felt a bit drawn out, the humor and charm kept me hooked.

All in all, this is a lively, flirtatious, and surprisingly heartfelt read—ideal for rom-com lovers who enjoy snappy dialogue with an emotional core. I’d rate it 3.5 stars, rounded up to 4 for its clever writing and emotional depth.

Big thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!