Sometimes when I read multiple books by the same author, they lose their magic. This doesn't seem to happen with Christina Lauren books. I loved this one.

I loved Fizzy as a character- I thought she was hilarious but also tethered to reality. I loved Connor and his relationships with his family and also Fizzy. He is quiet but sincere and honest. I also really enjoyed how much Jess and Juno pop up in this book. Sometimes authors write a sequel or another book in the same universe and the previous characters only flash through once quickly. Not here, and it works well.

I was nervous for a bachelorette reality show story line, but it is managed well in the book. I thought it was a clever tie in to The Soulmate Equation by using River's dating app.

Two quick things that I did wish for:
First, the men on the show- the "Heroes" are all given an archetype when they are introduced. The second time we see them they aren't reintroduced or referred to them by this again. Since I read this digitally I couldn't flip back to check and I felt that this took away from some of the characterization of them.
Second, the book is steamy, but I do feel like Christina Lauren books are losing a bit of steam as they publish more.

Overall, I thought this was great and it will be a great beach read for the summer. I'm jealous of everyone who gets to read it for the first time.

I loved this book!! This story picks up with Fizzy's story from the Soulmate Equation, when we first met her as Jess' best friend & author.

When the story begins, Fizzy has had a major heartbreak and it has thrown her entire life off balance. She agrees to appear on a reality show in order to help her through the rough patches in her personal life but also because she is aware that it may help to boost her book sales. Win-win, right?? Except, when she begins to fall for the one person who is off-limits in her reality show agreement.

First time reader of this author & it didn't disappoint! Yes, there was some predictable rom-com type events but it was a pleasant read. Both main characters definitely had depth that you could understand beyond the pages. Thank you NetGalley & the publishing company for this arc!

Christina Lauren does it again! The Allstar writing duo has given me a new favorite.

Loved that Fizzy was the main character .. and Jess, River and Juno .. from The Soulmate Equation. BUT, I do think this reads as stand alone and you don’t need to read that book first.

Loved that Fizzy is a romance author - that this genre is discussed and divided - and of course how incredibly likable she is. She is funny, smart, witty and confident.

Connor is so swoony and the chemistry and banter was *chefs kiss*

There was not a shortage of romance and spice.

Add to cart & preorder - publishes May 16, 2023

I received this copy of The True Love Experiment as a digital ARC from NetGalley, but my opinions are my own.

This follow up to the Soulmate Equation focuses on Fizzy Chen as she struggles with her writing and love life following a bad break up. I found it funny, sweet, heartwarming and steamy. I really appreciate the healthy examples of feminine self worth in this book, and I was drawn into the characters' world. I definitely recommend this if you've enjoyed Christina Lauren before or are a fan of Alisha Rai, Courtney Milan, Talia Hibbert and others like them.

I thought The Soulmate Equation was my favorite Christina Lauren book ever - but The True Love Experiment may have knocked it down to my second favorite. This book was so good - some of the best banter I've ever read - off the charts amazing. I loved Fizzy as Jess's best friend in The Soulmate Equation - but to see her in all her unapologetic glory in this novel was incredible. And Connor is the perfect match for her - challenges her and is able to keep up with her wit. I laughed out loud at so many moments! This novel definitely helped me get out of a bit of a reading slump. I'm so excited for this to come out in May! Thank you to Gallery Books and NetGalley for the chance to read this book in advance.

This was a solid story. I feel like it could have been edited a bit tighter. There were some redundancies and the story seemed longer than it needed to be. The relationship between the main protagonists was handled well, with lots of humor and longing. It was fun to revisit some of the characters from the previous Soulmate Equation.

I’ve read many Christina Lauren books, but I think this might be my favorite. I actually reread the last 10% three times now. I read through the book so quickly, that I had to go back to savor the ending. I’ll probably read it again and again.
What worked:
1. Romance author turned reality tv heroine Fizzy is the best. She’s confident in who she is, loves a challenge, and apologetically seeks out joy.
2. Environmental documentary producer Connor is an A+ heroine. He doesn’t want to make a reality show, but his boss says he has to in order to continue working at his San Diego based company. British and somewhat buttoned-up, he is enthralled with Fizzy and her approach to life.
3. The kids. I normally don’t love kids in a romance novel, but Juno and Stevie are hilarious.
4. The secondary characters. There were A LOT, but they were all necessary and it never felt like too much.
5. I have to admit I mixed up the bachelors on the reality show, but I don’t think they were supposed to be more than “background.”
6. The conflict. I honestly didn’t know how Fizzy and Connor could work things out when millions were watching her date and hopefully fall for 1 of 8 different men. I actually felt anxious whenever they were together knowing the stakes were so high.
7. The banter between Fizzy and Connor was the best. There’s no way anyone could miss their chemistry.
8. The ending. SO good.
What didn’t:
1. I wish we saw more family reaction to the ending. Maybe a short “extra” chapter?
2. It ended.
Thank you to Net Galley for providing me this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Christina Lauren is a notorious author duo known for releasing major hits in the book world with their romance novels making us laugh aloud in public. Their new release, True Love Experiment, is no exception, and may even be a contender for my new favorite Christina Lauren book! If it gives any indication of how good this book is, I was DOWN FOR THE COUNT with the stomach bug, and still was sucked into the book that I had to continue reading it with one eye open.
True Love Experiment is somewhat of a spin off from a previous book, The Soulmate Equation (which I also loved!) I remember when I was reading The Soulmate Equation a couple of years ago and falling IN LOVE with the main character's best friend, Fizzy. Well lucky for me, this new release is focused on Fizzy with her humor and quick wit being a main theme throughout the novel.
True Love Experiment is about a romance writer, Fizzy, and although she is known for many dates and many men, she cannot find THE ONE. Until one day a hunk of a producer, Connor Prince, approaches her to do a reality show where they find her “perfect match” using a DNA app and having tv viewers vote on who goes home each week. As we all know from romance books...nothing is as easy as it seems.
I was SHOCKED at how much I LOVED this book because dating reality shows are not really my thing. To say I would tune in for this show every week would be an understatement. I became obsessed with the concept but even more obsessed with the characters. I loved Fizzy from the previous book but fell in love with her even more. She has no filter comments, sexualized jokes, and a personality that I really resonate with.
If you are curious, you do not need the previous book to follow along with True Love Experiment. They are two separate stand-alone books that have similar characters. This book will be FLYING off the shelves when it is released May 16th,2023 and was an easy 5 out of 5 stars for me!!

Fizzy Chen is a spirited romance writer, who’s never been in love. She herself in a slump in her life and her writing. Connor Prince III wants to make marine documentaries, but his boss forces him to make a reality tv show instead. He approaches Fizzy to be his leading lady. As the two grow closer while working on the show, their chemistry is hard to ignore.

I loved Fizzy as a protagonist. She was great in The Soulmate Equation, and I’m so happy she got her own book. Connor is a wonderful hero and I appreciated his growth. There were plenty of swoon worthy moments. I even got butterflies a few times while reading.

I’d give this 4.5 stars. Half a star taken off because I didn’t love how the conflict towards the end played out.

4.75 stars

Fizzy Chen has a great career as a romance author, but her next book just isn’t coming to her. She’s just realized it’s due to the fact that she has never been in love. She doesn’t practice what she preaches. When documentary filmmaker Connor Prince comes to Fizzy with a crazy idea (or the perfect idea), Fizzy finds herself the lead of her own dating show to find her perfect match. Let the True Love Experiment begin!

I was not sure I would be able to get into the whole reality TV concept in this one, but was worried for nothing. It was not over the top and I found myself looking forward to each of Fizzy’s dates.

Speaking of Fizzy - I’ll be honest. I had forgotten who she was at first (beyond being the best friend of Jess). However she quickly became a force of a character with a fabulous family. I just loved these characters.

Connor and Fizzy had ridiculous chemistry in these pages with fun witty banter and non stop flirting. The slow burn friends to lover’s relationship felt so real!

Not to repeat myself but I really loved all of the fun characters in this story. We even got to reunite with our faves from The Soulmate Equation. But don’t worry if you haven’t read that one- this totally stands on its own. Though that book is great too so why wouldn’t you read it!?

*Thank you to Gallery Books and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.

“I don’t know how to go about the rest of my life pretending I don’t want her with a force that rivals the pull of the tides.” - Connor Prince III (aka Daddy Prince)

^ what a dude, honestly. Also, preface: I did NOT read “The Soulmate Equation” before reading this.

Easily a 4.8 star ( round up to 5 ). Maybe tied for top book of Christina Lauren’s that I’ve read thus far. Had an overwhelming amount of great humor, quick wit, sarcastic banter, and STEAMY scenes. I love Connor & how authentic he is without feeling fake, I love the realness of this without it feeling like it’s written from someone who doesn’t buy their own groceries or do their own makeup.

I always have a bit of an issue with that Romance Novel Thing™️ 3/4 of the way through where they have a ‘breakup’ moment ( definitely not a spoiler, every romance book has it )- but this one did not make me nearly as upset and angry as other books have. It felt resolved nicely, wrapped up in a neat little bow, and there were no backstabbing/overly-jealous/rude ass men in this, honestly. Everyone got a fair moment and I didn’t have to suffer through 315 pages of a ‘Heroine’ that pissed me off, a ‘Hero’ that was problematic, or a best friend/sister trope that made me want to rip my hair out.

Overall, really damn good. One of my top books by far. I hope to read so much more that hits this same level of intrigue, heart-swooping realizations, swoon worthy love, and overall- figuring shit out together.

I love Christina Lauren books and was so excited to read a follow up to The Soulmate Equation. I loved Fizzy in the Soulmate Equation as a supporting character and was so happy that she got her own storyline in The True Love Experiment. She is so likable and was a fun character to read about. I also really liked Conner. He was such a great character. He was so likable, sincere, caring, and honest. I loved reading how he fell for Fizzy for who she was. Their flirting was amazing and their banter was the best. I also really loved the Pop Culture references. Overall, a great, fun read.

The True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren is a wonderful sequel to their earlier book The Soulmate Equation. I was a little hesitant at starting this book because I was worried the whole "Bachelorette"-vibe wouldn't interest me, but they did a phenomenal job writing a slow-burn romance between Fizzy and Connor. It was another great success for Christina Lauren!

This book is great! Would definitely recommend. Thanks so much to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

THANK YOU NETGALLEY for an ARC of this book!!!! I was so thrilled to receive it and this is my honest review.

This is the absolute definition of the perfect beach read and because Netgalley so generously gifted it to me right before my beach vacation I can review it for you.
Add this to your TBR pile immediately. Do not even read what its about. Just trust me if you love the authors other books or any light rom coms with some spice added in, this is the book for you.
I read Soulmate equation and loved it but couldnt recall Fizzy whom this book is based on. It doesnt even matter. She stands alone. I love that the authors created a character who was mature, and grown with her list of flaws and she got to stay unapologetically herself through out the book. And Connor is really the leading man we are all looking for within our books pages.
I do not care that this book might be predictable. I do not care if you saw the conflict coming from a mile away, I loved it and it had all the things I look for in a great read. I found it funny, the banter was amazing, the spicy bits were so well written as always and I loved the main characters so much that it was easy to root for them to find their happily ever after.
Add this to your summer read pile right away!!!!

Thank you to net galley, Christina, Lauren and Gallery book for the ARC of this book.

This books goes into the life of romance author Fizzy as she ponders why everyone around her seems to fall in love but she can’t. Why can’t someone who writes love stories find a happy ever after of her own?

That’s when we meet single dad tv producer Connor who presents the perfect opportunity for love when he approaches Fizzy to be on the romance show he is in charge of producing.

This is just the opportunity Fizzy needs… but who is she truly going to fall for?

This book was such a fun read and had some of the cutest banter I’ve read this year. If you need a cinnamon roll MMC and a strong willed lovable FMC this is the book for you to read this summer.

I could not put this book down as soon as I picked it up and even needed some time to think of what I wanted to say. If you love reality tv shows relating to romance you must pick this book up.

Fizzy, the sassy and unpredictable best friend of Jess from the Soulmate Equation (released Feb 2022) stars in her own book. Fizzy has hit a “dry spell” and gets prepositioned to be the start of a reality tv show by a producer. Hilarity ensues, multiple pop culture references ensue and you have a saucy book that continues to build on the world described in the Soulmate Equation.

FIZZY FAN FOR LIFE. We were all swept away by Fizzy’s charismatic and fun character in Soulmate Equation and now in The True Love Experiment, it is Fizzy’s turn for love. This is a fun read with great characters. I wish this show was real! I didn’t think I could love Fizzy anymore but diving into her backstory and seeing her growth proved me wrong. Definitely recommend!

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an eARC.

I picked this up not realizing it was a second novel, however, I didn’t find it to be confusing or needed to have read the first one to understand this one. It definitely works well as a stand-alone.

I really liked this one and I like the main character. Her independence and refusal to be anyone other than herself was great to read about.
Overall, definitely recommend.