I fell in love with Holly James’ stories and writing when I had the privilege of reading/reviewing her previous book, The Deja Glitch, and this second book did not disappoint. I love books that feel like you’re watching an early 2000’s romcom and it was too good to put down. The forced proximity trope will always do it for me, especially when both lead characters have impeccable chemistry together. If you like a cute, short, summer romance with enjoyable characters, I would highly recommend name your price by Holly James

A different take on the second chance romance storyline! Loved the reality show setting and banter between Olivia and Chuck. Would of loved to read more about their relationship before the breakup. Fun summer read!

<i>I received a copy of this story from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.</i>

3.5 stars

I loved <i>The Deja Glitch</i> so I had high hopes for <i>Name Your Price</i>. The premise sounded unique and entertaining. The cover is adorable. I love Holly James' writing.

Unfortunately, while this book has interesting moments, it didn't grab me. It held enough of my interest for me to keep going; I never thought about not finishing it. I was vaguely curious where it was going (and unsurprised by the direction it took). But I had a few issues with it:

It had a weirdly condensed but slow timeline, if that makes sense. The events of the story were smushed into like 2 weeks but it dragged at times. The supporting characters were fun but the nature of the setup didn't give us much time to get to know them. It put a lot more pressure on the main characters and I think it did the story a disservice.

We needed more time to get to know Olivia and Chuck before they ended up on the show. Maybe more time pre-breakup? Or immediately post breakup? We needed something more because Olivia is intensely unlikable in the beginning. The story is told from a third person limited PoV so we're in Olivia's head but at a remove that makes it difficult to relate. It isn't flattering to Chuck, either. But I know that without that, Olivia's arc wouldn't pay off in the same way.

I feel ambivalent about this one.

Emphasis on the COMEDY in romcom, this one will definitely make you laugh.

There’s a story for every mood, I’d recommend this one for a playful and fun vibe. Olivia & Chucks story is lighter hearted than most, so if you want an easy read you’ve definitely found it.

I enjoyed their banter and the backstory, but wish we could’ve gotten just a bit more depth. I would recommend the read, just make sure you’re in the right mood for it!

Thank you to the publisher for the gifted ARC

I wish that this novel was told through alternating perspectives because I would have warmed up to Chuck much sooner. I kept waiting for the real romantic interest to show up. I wish that there was more exploration of the house and challenges. The steamy scenes were steamy and good.

What a fun silly romance. Perfect for the poolside or the beach. Easily to devour.

Olivia and Chuck get filmed when they explosively broke up and they are both already a little famous so a reality tv show wants to do a segment where they live as exes in a house together for a month for a million dollars each if they complete ridiculous challenges and don’t leave the property.

This was a fun take on reality tv shows and it did add in some heart with Olivia’s grandmother in a care facility and Olivia needing the money to keep her where she wants to be. I enjoyed it.

Thanks to netgalley and penguin group for an eARC.

DNF at 33%.

Despite having some of my favorite tropes, this fell flat. The main characters hate each other and are forced to live together for a reality tv show.

They had undeniable chemistry but were otherwise boring. They lacked depth and it was hard to root for either of them because they were so shallow. There was no plot outside of their centralized conflict.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐⭐

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁:
📺 Reality TV Show Setting
💔 Viral Breakup
✨ Forced Proximity
🫶🏻 Second Chance

I loved Holly James’s sophomore book, The Deja Glitch because of the fun storyline, the way Holly writes and the fun characters and Name Your Price follows in it’s footsteps and is such a fun read.

I wish all books made me laugh as much as Name Your Price while also making me feel all the feels and being unable to put it down. If I didn’t have real world responsibilities, I would’ve for sure finished this in one setting.

Olivia and Chuck agree to live with each other for one month for one million dollars, after a viral breakup, for a reality tv show which gives us the perfect recipe for tension and their exploding chemistry to blossom. The showrunners are totally all of bookstagram putting these two in situations to force them to give into their temptations. Like having there be only one bed 😈

I was hooked from the beginning so be sure to pick this one up as your next pool side/beach read.

I really enjoyed this book! The action starts right away (so does the chemistry) and it was a pretty non stop fun read. I loved both Olivia and Chuck. I thought they were really great together, but just needed to find better ways of communicating besides running from conflict and people pleasing. It’s funny, I don’t watch reality TV, but I really love reality tv rom coms! I thought that part of the story was such a hoot. I really enjoyed the side plot of Olivia’s famous parents and their decades long scandal that she discovered the truth about. That was really fun to read about. I also loved how Olivia and Chuck really knew each other and figured out how to better communicate and be there for each other. I highly recommend this one for fans of reality TV, the entertainment industry and chemistry that leaps off the page!
CW: mentions of sexual harassment, mentions of parental death

Thank you to NetGalley and Dutton for an advanced digital reader’s copy in exchange for an honest review.

gosh I liked this book. I honestly didn't expect to like it as much as I did. Enemies to lovers only sometimes works, but the lack of pranks and the deep connection of these two characters in close proximity just made me need to follow their story.

Olivia and Chuck have been in a VERY contentious relationship. When their volatility hits it's peak with a viral video, they are asked to be on a reality show. Both are broke, but also a little reluctant to be forced into a small house for a month on camera. Tensions are high. Stakes are higher. Everything explodes in the most fun ways.

A breezy second chance romance for lovers of so-bad-it’s-good reality tv. 4*.

Thank you to Dutton and NetGalley for providing this e-arc.

NAME YOUR PRICE by Holly James is a second-chance romance that is just dripping with sexual tension and frustration.

Olivia and Chuck fight as passionately as they make up, and their final breakup is captured in a video that goes viral. It catches the attention of a game show producer. Now they have to spend 30 days trapped in a house together to win money they both desperately need. Like all reality game shows, there are surprise challenges, designed to create drama and push them to the limit. But the very forced proximity gives them opportunities to talk about their relationship in ways they had previously avoided and remember why it was they came together in the first place.

James does such a good job of winding them tighter and tighter, so you're just waiting for someone to snap. Absolutely delightful anticipation and delayed gratification.

NAME YOUR PRICE comes out July 30th.

Thank you NetGalley, Penguin Group Dutton and Holly James for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Olivia and Chuck have chemistry and an instant connection but it’s volatile and explosive. They break up in a fantastic public display that is caught on camera and goes viral.

Soon, they’re approached for a reality show challenge for an insane amount of prize money if they can live together for a month. Due to sensitive circumstances for each of them, they need the prize money and agree to the show.

The show has challenges that pushes them individually and as a “couple” and they each admit to some areas of weakness that impacted their relationship and are forced to recognize some of the others favorable qualities.

I wished the chapters were shorter but that was my only complaint.

I am so picky about second chance romances, and this one did not do it for me. I need the couple to go through some real work for me to believe in a second chance at happily ever after and I did not get that with this book at all.

Once again Holly James has written a book that I couldn’t put down.

After being in a reading slump for 2.5 months, Name Your Price was the first book in a while to keep me interested.

I loved Olivia and Chuck’s story and will definitely be purchasing this when it comes out; as well as recommending it to others.

4 1/2 stars - such an enjoyable read. Olivia and Chuck were such a great couple and both grew so much in the short week they spent together doing a TV show. Definitely going to check out this author's other books.

First of all, thank you Dutton and NetGalley for access to this e-arc!

Plot: This story centers around a woman named Olivia. She was orphaned as a baby and raised by her grandma. Her parents were famous and got together via scandal, but her grandma had tried to keep her out of the limelight.

Olivia is dating Chuck, a d-list movie star who recently got fired from a high profile film set. Their relationship is tumultuous, and they get into a shouting match and break up in public - the whole thing is filmed and goes viral. A producer of a reality show Name Your Price offers them a million dollars if they can live together for a month and not leave the property. I won’t say too much more for fear of spoiling this one.

Review:

This plot is right up my alley. I love the unique spin that the reality tv angle adds, I love that it’s a second chance romance and the one bed trope/forced proximity. The writing is great - I love the banter between the two leads.

Honestly, the first 65-75% of this novel, I was LOVING this. But the plot went a different direction in the last 25-35%, and I didn’t like it. I also didn’t like the twist about why Chuck got fired, and I didn’t like the additional information we learn about Olivia’s parents. The smut was fine, but one of the scenes felt a little long. I was not a fan of the epilogue.

So overall, I would recommend this - especially to those who love rom coms. I had a lot of fun, and I can’t wait to read more from this author.



3.5🌟

4.5
This was so cute!! I really enjoyed the game/reality show aspect to this. I’m always looking for books like that but tend to stray away because they can be a little cringe. This was so good and kept me entertained. It had the perfect mixture of humor and romance.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Spice: 🌶️🌶️/5. (explicit)

Pros
- fun concept
- loved the dynamic with the couple
- their chemistry really showed

Cons
- honestly, none. it was fun and the negative traits or actions by the characters were worked out in a way that felt authentic

Could you live with your ex for a month to win a million dollars? I loved Holly James’ take on this storyline and found it to be a new and refreshing concept. The two main characters are the perfect example of how love isn’t always easy and often needs some extra work and open communication to flourish. Great read, would definitely recommend.