Okay, I fell head over heels with this book. The banter, relatable scenerios of feeling like life is passing by and your life isn’t looking like the blueprint? All so good. The only thing I think would have made it better was some sort of emotional description of the sex. I liked how it wasn’t descriptive but it felt like it just jumped into post-sex and nothing was said about it at all. It was a bit awkward and the only part I didn’t love.

I loved Lauren Forsythe's novel The Fixer Upper so I was excited to read your subsequent novel. Unfortunately I was disappointed with a subpar storyline and superficial characters. The romantic relationship in Fixer Upper was more believable and had the foundation of relationship history, whereas I didn't feel I got to know Lucas and Marina well enough and see enough chemistry to really feel moved by their development.

Also, I felt the side characters in The Fixer Upper were given more backstory and chemistry, and I didn't feel I got to know the friends that well (thus feel much interest in) with Dealbreakers.

I did enjoy the different "missions" Lucas and Marina were sent on and thought that was where the strength of the story was. Overall I thought Dealbreakers was fine, but it was hard not to compare to The Fixer Upper which I thought was more relatable, more sussed out, and had a more satisfying ending.

Forsythe's writing is witty and sharp, and the chemistry between Marina and Lucas is undeniable. The story is a perfect blend of humor and heart, making it an enjoyable read from start to finish. Dealbreakers is a great choice for fans of romantic comedies and anyone looking for a light, feel-good read.

Enemies to lovers with a little work competition. I’m not usually big on enemies to lovers but really enjoyed this romcom! It reminds me of The Hating Game (which I liked despite some of it’s problematic parts) but this was better and I felt the relationship was more believable/realistic for me.

I received a DIGITAL Advance Reader Copy of this book from #NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I really don't have much to say about this book other then it being a very cute and easy read. The characters in this book were a lot of fun and I enjoyed their interactions. I really liked Lucas and absolutely loved the banter between him and Marina.

If you're looking for something easy and fun to read then I definitely would go for this book.

Too slow for me and didn’t love their banter and hate to like story. Also the side characters were pretty annoying.

I thought this was really cute. It was a bit slow but I love forced proximity, It took me a while to feel connected to the story and the characters but in the end I was really happy with it.

Lucas. Ahhh Lucas. Such as sweet man, but he’s been burned by love and now his dates have written things about him that aren’t too flattering on a new dating app that Marina created in her desperation to find a decent date.

Then through no fault of their own (ok, it was kind of their fault), they forced into a series of dates. We all know where that will lead, but with Lucas, it’s going to be a just fine.

This is a book that holds no surprises at all except for how much the reader will enjoy the development of the characters. The author does a great job is creating their appeal and putting them into situations that enhance that appeal.

One of my best bookish friends refuses to read descriptions before she picks up books. In the case of this one, I wish I had followed her lead. I put off reading it because the description didn't appeal to me at the time but ultimately this was a fairly classic enemies to lovers read. I really connected with the female lead who had a plan and a list and struggled to realize that sometimes, it's ok to let all that go. It was cathartic to see her character grow.

I'm not a fan of the writing style. It's a very slow build and reads predictable to me.
DNF




*****************I received an ARC for my honest opinion from NetGalley************************

I adored this book! It was funny, romantic, witty and inspiring. I adored the characters and the writing was so easy to read. The description was described for anyone who likes Sally Thornes, The Hating Game and i couldn't agree more! It had that same type of humor and I would highly recommend!

This was a cute, easy read. Although I didn’t connect with either main character, I didn’t dislike them.

Pros: fun read, LGBTQIA+ representation, women in STEM. Love a good forced proximity romcom.

Cons: I felt like the main character gave up the one thing that was most important to her through the entirety of the book. Some of the language was strange and a bit cringey i.e. arse, darling.

Overall I really enjoyed the book!

I love a good light hearted book. Something that takes me away from the everyday of life.

Marina Spicer’s plan for the perfect life is thrown out the window when her boyfriend of 15 years decides that it isn’t what he wants. However, this doesn’t make Marina stop with her plan for her life. Instead she comes up with an app to check out the men prior to going on a date with them. Going in with preconceived notions of them. She also needs to get that promotion at work in order to have that perfect flat. Enter Lucas who is her enemy, the co-worker who in the past has thrown wrenches in her work. Now he’s done it again, but this time he might just take her promotion.

Go on a fun ride with Marina and Lucas taking dates to compete with the same job. See what might happen along the way.

Thank you #NetGalley for the advanced copy

A good read -- I thought the characters were well-developed but I didn't connect with their chemistry as much I had hoped.

My gut told me this would be a good one because Lauren Forsythe's writing is brilliant; I was not wrong! I loved, loved, loved this story! The characters were really interesting, the enemies-to-lovers trope was done perfectly, and the chemistry between Marina and Lucas was feisty with fireworks- my favorite! Well done, Lauren Forsythe; you are killing it! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Special thanks to NetGalley and G. P. Putnam's Sons for sharing this digital ARC with me in exchange for my honest review.

Dealbreakers

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC!

Marina and Lucas are competing for the same promotion and do a series of dates to test out events for their company. Newly single, Marina relies heavily on the app she created to weed out men on dating apps, on which, Lucas has terrible reviews. Even with his bad reviews, Marina can’t help falling for him.

This book has forced proximity, workplace romance, and good banter! This cute cover holds an easy romance read perfect for summer.

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I got the chance to read Dealbreakers from NetGalley! First and most important is that I adored the relationship between Marina and Lucas! I think the whole aspect of Marina fighting to let go of her "high standards" and step out of her comfort zone that includes an unwavering plan is very relatable for a lot of people. The banter in this book was top notch. This is my first Lauren Forsythe book and I can't wait to pick up her other novel! This book is a page turner and will keep you rooting for Marina and Lucas both individually as they go through their own character developments but also as a couple!

Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read this novel prior to publication.
Loved the theme of this one. Beautifully written, all about how change is hard, but sometimes necessary. You may think you know exactly what you want, but maybe different is better.
Loved these characters. Absolute must read.

This was sweet and fun. While the premise was definitely unrealistic, the characters were loveable, the love story believable, and I liked that the ending wasn't quite set in stone. An enjoyable read.


Thank you to the publisher, author and Net galley for the ARC

Ever make a list? A plan? For your partner and your life? Ever have it all fall apart? Dealbreakers is the book all about what happens when you’re life doesn’t go as planned…and that It’s not always a bad thing. Opposites attract, enemies to lovers, and a workplace romance combine to create a story that is anything but boring. Imagine some crazy ways to spend your time and throw in two people who can’t stop bickering and driving each other nuts, all for the sake of work and you’ve got a unique story on your hands.