This book had a very cute story. It was a charming love story with a great setting and well drawn out characters. Overall a fun romantic read!

Fake it Till You Bake It is the next laugh out loud, romance novel for the summer! Author Jamie Wesley nails the witty dialogue, steaming romance and pretend relationship drama. Jada shocked the entire nation when she said “no” on reality tv and in desperation, she starts working at a cupcake store in her hometown. Before she knows it, she’s being duped as famous football player Donovan Dell’s girlfriend. While it’s easy to imagine what transpires next, Wesley delivers in spectacular fashion. I often found myself laughing out loud, cringing and delighting in Jada and Donovan’s story. And, I won’t lie, I definitely craved cupcakes the entire time! Fake it Till You Bake It should not be missed and is out now!

A sincere thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I really liked this book, it was fast paced and a delight to read. The characters had an insane amount of chemistry and made me smile throughout the entire book

I went into this book with no idea what I was about to read other than it being a rom-com. I love how protective he was of her from the beginning. I also love this trope so that was a great surprise. I want to see some books about his business buddies.

This was an good book, but not great. I was ready for an easy to read, toe curling romance. And while I did get it, it just seemed to be a bit rushed. I wish there was more! LOADS MORE! It felt like the story that needed to be told just wasnt. Again, would have loved it it wasn't as rushed.

I have never read anything by this author but after completing this book I'll definitely be on the lookout! I love how sports and baking were combined. My favorite part by far is the shania Twain quotes!! When you pick up this book to read it just be prepared to not be able to put it down until you finish it. Cancel your plans now, light a sweet candle and get ready for a sweet treat.

Fake It Till You Bake It was a fun romance with an enhanced take on the fake dating trope. I loved the premise, a disliked reality television star and a hunky football player who owns a cupcake shop decide to start a fake relationship to strum up customers to the bakery and turn the tide on the social media tirade against Jada.

I enjoyed the characters and their stories, especially Jada. I like any book that has a woman finding herself and her purpose. The addition of Jada talking about having dyslexia and how it has affected her self-esteem and family dynamic was insightful and a nice, real addition to the book. I gave the book 4 stars, only knocked one off because personally the book was a bit too cheesy for me. The instant romance/love at first sight aspect doesn't do it for me. But if you enjoy the cheesiness, this is the book for you!

I am obsessed with the cover! I thought the fake dating trope was done well, but overall it wasn't a story that stayed in my mind. I enjoyed it, but won't remember it past The End

Fake It Till You Bake It is a fake dating to lovers romance that I could not put down! I literally finished this book in 2 days. The writing felt real and authentic. It had just the right amount of comedic relief that I appreciate in rom coms. The story begins with both Donovan and Jada at important crossroads in their lives and they literally start off annoyed but also attracted to each other in their first meeting. The chemistry between them was amazing from the very beginning. I also love stories like this that keep it light but also touch on the tough parts of life whether it be trying to find what your true purpose is or releasing the hurt from the past in order to embrace a better, freer future. Wesley was able to add depth to the characters and it definitely made you more invested in their outcomes. Also it looks like this might be a series which I'm excited for!

Thanks to netgalley and SMPRomance for the arc in exchange for my review.

If, like me, you love the fake-dating trope, I suggest you give Fake it Till You Bake It a chance!

Firstly, I liked the premise of the book a lot, especially because it takes place in my hometown, San Diego. After enraging fans of a reality show similar to The Bachelor after turning down a proposal, Jada is sent to work at a bakery, THE bakery that our male main character owns. This has elements of enemies-to-lovers but falls a bit short on that trope.

Although overall, I did like this book, I think I wanted more substance from the characters and their relationship. Their attraction to each other felt very insta-love/like, which I'm not usually fond of. I was looking forward to the yearning and pining and slow-burn that usually occurs when it comes to fake-dating but didn't really ever get that.

My favorite part of the book was definitely Jada. Although at first she is, as expected, a bit of a spoiled rich girl, you soon understand that she is more than that. She wants to find her purpose, something I can relate to.

I definitely recommend this if you're looking for a quick cute story!

I love a fake dating trope! First of all, absolutely adored these two characters — a reality dating show star and an NFL player who owns a cupcake bakery? Couldn’t be better! The story itself was light and predictable as you’d expect from a romcom. Enjoyable read, but nothing too special.

I loved the cover, it’s eye catching and pulled me to this story. The storyline was cute and I enjoyed the characters. I really loved the positive representation of black people, that was definitely a plus.

Overall I liked the story but the writing kinda fell flat. It was too many cheesy moments that just didn’t feel authentic. Yes I know Romcon’s are supposed to be like this but this just felt wrong.
Don’t get me wrong this author has so much potential and so much going for them, just some stuff that needed a little tweaking

Rating: 3.5/5
Steam: 3/5
Tropes: Fake Dating, Sports Romance, Celebrity Romance
Rep: BIPOC, Dyslexia

Thank you to SMP Romance and NetGalley for access to this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

This was cute, but (forgive me) completely forgettable. I loved this concept of a pro-football playing owning a bakery + some fake dating vibes. But a lot of this story felt like we were stopping and starting concepts/plot points. It lacked the depth that there was opportunity for…and felt both rushed and so slow at the same time. I can say I enjoyed that it didn’t include the typical 3rd act breakup, Mrs. T was a gem, and I did like the side characters. Over all a meh, story for me but I know others might really enjoy it.

I received this book as an ARC from NetGalley.

Jada Townsend-Matthews is having a moment. Not a good one. She is the most hated woman in America after "breaking the heart" of the most recent reality show bachelor. So, now she is hiding out in her home in San Diego trying to get her life back on track and out of the headlines.

Donovan Dell is a professional football player and 1/3 owner of Sugar Blitz, a local cupcake shop. The other two owners are on his team. Jada's grandmother is the owner of Donovan's team and has Donovan hire her to work at the shop while she tries to figure out her life.

An unfortunate incident leads to a reporter believing that Jada and Donovan are dating and blows up their lives on social media. However, could this be for the best? Sugar Blitz has never been busier and Jada is getting a makeover in social media. Isn't this what all parties wanted?

I really enjoyed this book - look forward to more by this author.

Another reality based storyline that coupled with the romance genre just didn't work out well for me. It was an average romance for me.

I really enjoyed these characters and getting to know them, especially Mrs. T. However the story felt both rushed and drawn out, and it lacked depth. It was a lighthearted read and fun, but not something I would reread.

Not my usual type of read but it's a sweet and charming little rom-com story. It's hard to not root for the mcs as their romance blooms! I'll definitely check out her next book!

As a (ex) pastry chef, any book set in a bakery has a special place in my heart. This is a very cute, light hearted fake dating story. I really enjoyed the chemistry between the two characters. The book starts off a little slow, but it is well worth reading and I definitely recommend giving it a try!

The premise is adorable: a burly football player and an uptight reality celebrity fake date and eat a bunch of mouthwatering cupcakes. Yes!!

The chemistry didn’t work for me, but give it a shot if you love any of the following: grump/sunshine, cupcakes, fake dating, Black romance, cupcakes, reality TV, fashion, cute side characters, or cupcakes. It's really sweet!

Can we say sweet tooth!!! This book made me crave cupcakes from page one all the way to the end. The story was a fun, spicy romance. Jada is running from her past on a reality dating show and Donovan is just trying to get his cupcake shop to be profitable. When the two run into each other in his cupcake shop and Jada's smart mouth puts Donovan on edge, their lives are set on a crash course. Can their "fake" relationship withstand the pressure of social media, and what happens when true feelings become a reality? I really enjoyed this sugar-sweet story even though I still want a cupcake. 4 stars. Thank you, NetGalley, for the eARC.