I thoroughly enjoyed Jayci Lee's The Date Dare, the second book in her A Sweet Mess series. I'm looking forward to the next book.

It took me so long to read this book because the chapters were so long and draggy. No smut, the romance wasn't any good - it felt like they would suit each other more as friends. And I literally can't remember anything else. Just couldn't connect to anybody.

The Dating Dare was a quick, fun, easy read! Both Tara & Sean were very likable and I loved them together as a couple. The writing was good and the story was good as well. I will definitely be looking out for the next book from Jayci Lee!

In typical Romance fashion, you’ll laugh, cry, and swoon.

This story is cute and fun. I recommend it to romance lovers out there.

This is an easy romance read.
A little predictable but still enjoyable to read.
I liked that her job was different from what we see most women doing in the romance world.
Some fun banter helped while reading.

This was not my cup of tea, and therefore I struggled a bit to get through it but I can absolutely see how this would work for other romance readers.

In "The Dating Dare" by Jayci Lee, Tara Park has one rule: no serious relationships. As the owner of Weldon Brewery, she has no time for anything more than occasional flings. But when Seth Kim, her best friend's new brother-in-law, walks into her life, Tara finds herself tempted to break her rule. After a few rounds of beer and a game of truth or dare, she agrees to go on four dates with Seth. The catch? They are only allowed four dates.

Pros:

Witty banter: The characters have a playful and engaging dynamic, making for enjoyable banter and dialogue.

Heartrending romance: The slow-burn romance between Tara and Seth is heartwarming leaving readers rooting for their happily ever after.

Fun premise: The idea of a dating dare adds a playful twist to the story.


In conclusion, "The Dating Dare" is a fun and engaging romance with well-developed characters and playful banter. While the plot may be predictable for some readers and the scope limited, those who enjoy a heartwarming love story with a unique twist will find this book to be an enjoyable read.

It was an enjoyable book. It’s really interesting characters. The premise of the book kept me engaged and the chemistry between the characters was very good. I enjoyed how the relationship progressed throughout the story. All in all it was a fun book.

I wanted to love this book, but found it a bit too cheesy and cliche. I finished it, but barely made it through.

The Dating Darestarts off drunk and kind of raunchy, with a members of a wedding party squaring off. She's determined not to date him, he challenges her to give him a chance. I read it a year ago, gave it three stars, didn't recall a thing about it and started to re-read it so I could produce a review, and I've read so many better books (and have better ones in my queue) that I gave up.

I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley and was unfamiliar with the author. The plot sounded fun, and it was. Tara and Seth were both hurt by their first true college romances. As a result, both have guarded their hearts and refused to be vulnerable with anyone. Tara, in particular, has sworn to never love again and has no plans to ever marry. She runs in the opposite direction whenever the possibility of love presents itself.

Putting aside the extreme decision to never love again, as if the pain they suffered was worse than what anyone else has ever experienced, I thought the story was well-written. There were some wonderful metaphors and beautifully worded descriptions. The characters were relatable and fun, and if I’m being honest, I’d want to be friends with them. They made me laugh.

When Seth says something scandalous to Tara: “She gasped, and her hand fluttered to her chest. She actually freaking did that. Like some Victorian maiden. What the fuck. She cleared her throat loudly, planning to give him her best comeback. What came out was, ‘Um…abba…wha?’”

Tara’s family owns a brewery/pub so she’s used to men hitting on her. “‘Hello, gorgeous.’ An unfamiliar man approached her at the bar with a slimy smirk that begged to be punched off his face. He appeared to be in his early twenties, brimming with the false confidence that came from the misguided belief that he was invincible. Oh, the follies of youth.”

Seth did something out of character that offended Tara and she stormed away from. His texts to her grew increasingly frantic as she refused to answer him. This one made me laugh:
“SETH: I’m a piece of chewed gum stuck on the bottom of a second grader’s desk with black pock marks made by a freshly sharpened pencil.”

After taking the expected photos at a formal event, they decided to have more fun. “Then they got creative. Seth stood behind her and pretended to bite her neck like a vampire. She jumped on his back in an impromptu piggyback ride, swinging her arm high in the air like an overzealous cowgirl. They stood ramrod straight side by side and wore their very best poker faces. Of course, they didn’t forget the silly shot, where Tara pretended to pick Seth’s nose while he wore his duh look.” I seriously, and literally, laughed out loud when I read that section.

It’s a good book and I recommend it.

This book was ok, but I didn't much like the characters acting like teenagers rather than grown people. I guess I judge contemporary romance a lot harsher than historical romance because it's harder for me to suspend disbelief in situations that are familiar. That being said, it can make for a cute read (even though it is overly cheesy).

I think this one was hard for me because it almost seemed too juvenile to enjoy. The premise itself is something that could happen but the dare and whatnot made it less enjoyable for me. I also just didn't find the two compelling enough as they bantered. I think it was the writing that made it indistinguishable from other rom coms similar in this genre.

Mostly passable, and I guess I'd recommend but it didn't stand out for me.

This book was a bit of a love hate for me. Overall I did enjoy it, but the major misunderstandings that could easily hve been resolved by acting like adults got a little annoying.

The dating dare is my first book by Jayci Lee and it definitely won't be my last. This feel good love story is exactly what I needed to read during this rainy day.

Enjoyed reading the witty, sassy banter between Tara and Seth in The Dating Dare by Jayci Lee. The story overall was somewhat predictable but still entertaining to read and had my attention throughout. The writing overall reminded me of a Jasmine Guillory book. I heard this is one book of a series and I can't wait to read the others.

This was a quick and easy romantic read! The characters were believable and likeable, and I definitely found myself laughing along with the story. A solid romance read!

Solidly in the middle for me. I enjoyed the humor, but found the chemistry to be hit or miss. Overall it was an enjoyable read.

DNF - really struggled to get into this romance. The cover is SO cute but the story has a very jarring start. I didn’t buy the start of the relationship between the love interests and unfortunately this one just wasn’t working for me.

I have not read the first in the series- and maybe if I had I'd have connected a little more to the characters- but this one was enjoyable enough and passed the time just fine. It's a pet peeve of mine when communication between two characters is SO horrendous. Like, a little honesty goes a long way. But the natural progression of love was nice and the characters were likable in their own way. I loved Tara's job and Seth was chivalrous despite him being painted as Mr. Playboy.