The Proposal Project by Donna Marchetti is the kind of book that completely swept me away in the best possible way! From the very first page, I was hooked by the lighthearted yet heartfelt storyline, filled with charm, humor, and a dash of romance.

The main characters are so relatable and their journey felt incredibly real. I loved how Marchetti skillfully blended humor with emotion, creating a perfect balance between fun and sincerity. The story was full of unexpected twists, but always kept a warm, uplifting vibe that left me with a big smile on my face.
If you're looking for a feel-good, heartwarming read with great characters and a story that tugs at your heartstrings, The Proposal Project is a must-read. It’s one of those books that makes you feel good inside, and I absolutely loved every minute of it.

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

This book was amazing.

The development of their story was perfect.

It was an easy and relaxing read with an amazing banter throughout! There were also so many moments which made me laugh out loud.

Thank you for letting me have this ARC

"The Proposal Project" was refreshingly funny and cute to read! The characters feel three-dimensional and the friendships and relationships in this book feel real. I had so much fun reading "Hate Mail" from this author last year, but I enjoyed this book EVEN MORE! All of the wit and banter and interactions between the characters were just so funny. This story is charming and so much fun! I was very impressed with this author's storytelling skills. I am not usually the biggest fan of romcoms that are completely centered around engagements/weddings but I loved this one! The romance is sweet and swoony! I would have preferred less spice but that is just my personal opinion. This was a very fun and enjoyable book with lots of emotional depth! So sweet! I loved it. 5 stars!

Thank you very much to the author Donna Marchetti, HarperCollinsUK, OneMoreChapter, and NetGalley for the wonderful opportunity to read and review this book honestly.

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5 star must read

I totally loved Donna Marchetti's debut novel, Hate Mail, so I was super excited to dive into her second book, The Proposal Project. And let me tell you, it did not disappoint! This book had it all: romance, witty banter, fake dating, spice, and best of all—no third act breakup!

Priscilla gets fired from her job and, with some free time on her hands, her bestie Tina hires her to plan the ultimate proposal for her boyfriend, Ryan. But, plot twist—Priscilla finds out from Ryan’s best friend Oliver that Ryan’s already planning his own proposal to Tina. So, Priscilla and Oliver team up to pull off a double proposal. The catch? Oliver is the hottest (and most annoying) guy ever, and Priscilla absolutely can’t stand him. But somehow, they agree to work together and as they spend more time together, their partnership turns to fake-dating, and the lines between pretend feelings and real ones start to blur.

Honestly, this book was pure magic! It was lighthearted, hilarious, and the author weaves the whole story together so beautifully. I seriously couldn’t put it down—I read it in one day! It was that good. Can’t wait to get my hands on her next novel!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

Publication Date: June 27, 2025