DNFed - I chose to DNF this book in the past. I am typing as a review so it doesn't harm my %. I haven't chose to pick the title back up. I do not enjoy this author's writing style.

I have decided that Lucy Score's books just are not for me. They are way too long and there is too much filler in the book. When I would put the book down it was hard to pick it back up. I pushed through but kind of wish that I wouldn't have.

I love Lucy score books! I started with her popular Knockemout series (Things We Never Got Over), and absolutely devoured every book of hers that I could get my hands on since!

I always love reading a small town romance. Luke and Harper's love story was so cute to read, but frustrating at times. I get why Luke had the feelings the way that he did, but it was taking up the whole time til like the last chapter. I would at least wanted to read a little bit more of their happily ever after.
Harper was this lovable, strong, caring person that you wish she was a part of your life.
Luke is this military man that is always there for everyone but himself. I'm glad at the end he could let go and be happy. I just wanted to read more about it. Can't wait to read the next book in the series. Gloria and Aldo are so cute together.

Talk about a grand gesture 🥹😭

Harper is a free spirit and Luke is no nonsense. The way he worries about her from day one was so sweet and absolutely hilarious if I’m being honest because that girl is kind of a train wreck. 😆 I love how different they are but connect like magnets. Their physical connection.. 🥵🔥

The found family though.. if you know, you know. This is one of my absolute favorite tropes. The way the entire town (including Luke’s family) takes to Harper was so beautiful. Especially someone who has literally been on her own most of her life.

I cannot wait to read Gloria and Aldo’s story. 😍

forced proximity x fake dating x small town x military x found family x grief

Ugh, this book was amazing! Classic Lucy. I loved her Knockemout series, and I loved this one just as much, if not more. 10/10 recommend if you want a great romcom!

The writing is both engaging and lyrical, with vivid descriptions that transport you into the characters’ lives and settings. This novel isn’t just about romance; it’s about the journey of finding oneself through love and connection.

This one had the charm , the romance and oh the drama! The fake relationship aspect worked so well here. It was a very good read.

I love Lucy Score books and I never get tired of them. This book is about Harper and Luke, Luke is in the military and Harper helps him out with a little bit of a fake dating scenario. This book had such good romance and I highly recommend giving it a shot

Harper is a badass woman who stumbles into the town of Benevolence and meets home town hero Luke. Harper and Luke have pasts that are haunting them and have to learn to live together and be strong.

This book was good and great for people who love small time romances. It made me think of It Happened One Summer so if you’re a fan that book definitely check this out.

A spicy read that is released already.

This was my first book by Lucy Score and won’t be the last! I’ll admit, the length scared me, but once you start reading, you get sucked in! I now understand all of the hype around Lucy Score! I can’t wait to read the next one in the series!

I think Lucy Score might be one of my favorite new authors. I really enjoy this story and the characters in the book. From what was supposed to be a one month fling, turn into stay with me for a while. Heartbreak and grief are hard to get through, but knowing that someone you love sent someone for you to be happy so you aren't alone know that they care about you no matter where they're at.

Thank you Netgalley & Sourcebooks Bloom Books for an e-Arc in exchange for an honest review.

This is my first book by this author, and won’t be my last. Highly recommend, fast paced.

It was interesting to see how Lucy's writing has grown throughout the years. I really enjoyed this book. Harper was a complete ray of sunshine that brought happiness to everyone around her. Luke, the hero, was fantastic. He truly cared for Harper and came to her rescue. I recommend this book to everyone seeking a lighthearted novel filled with finding oneself.

𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲: Special thanks to Lucy Score for providing me an ARC copy to share my honest review.

Once again Lucy Score writes a swoonworthy small town romance! I absolutely loved how spunky and fearless Harper is. She grabs life by the horns and takes what she wants. I loved Luke, but was also not a fan of his being unable to move past prior heartbreak and trauma. I understand having a hard time opening your heart to love, but at times, his words and actions felt toxic. The spicy scenes were super hot and I throughly enjoyed this book for the most part.

4 star rating

Lucy Score does it again! I devour her books and fall in love with the characters. This series was easy to read and follow along with the plot. 4/5 stars and would recommend!

This was a good small town romance. I really liked our h. She is probably one of the strongest and likeable h I've read in a while. I did struggle with her accepting less than the best at times because she was so accustomed to getting the short end of the stick, but I still really liked her. I think the main reason for my lower rating was that I felt like I needed a little more from the H at the end to make up for some of the stupid things he did towards the end. I wasn't so easily forgiving as our saintly h was, and I never felt like he fully redeemed himself. Maybe I needed more time with the couple together and happy after all the drama before it just cut off into the time jump epilogue. It was on the longer side, so I think that sort of thing could've been added and some other irrelevant parts could've been removed IMO

I think Lucy is now one of my new favorites. I loved the world building, the characters, and even the cover art of both of these books.. I definitely have to read more!

Harper lives life without a plan. She jumps from place to place without forming any long term attachments. She accidentally finds herself in Benevolence in as a pit stop on her way to her next adventure and ends up sharing a bed with the brooding hometown hero. He has no desire to form long term attachments and that's perfect for Harper's wanderlust lifestyle. But what's they find with each other won't just go away so easily.

This book brought everything I love in a romance. It's such a good book to curl up with and escape from reality. Lucy Score is the master of creating small towns I fall in love with. All the characters of Benevolence just captured my heart. I can't wait to read the next in the series!

Thank you to NetGalley and Bloom Books for the ARC of Pretend You're Mine.

Thanks to Netgalley, the publisher, and author for the copy of this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Lucy Score is a new fave of mine. I loved this story, the characters, everything!