Absolute perfection. That's all this review needs because it was just SO GOOD. I love Christina Lauren's writing and her characters more than most. Even though the tropes in this book weren't my favourite and I'm pretty over the fake dating plots, this book blew me away and will receive a top notch review for the year.

Dare I say this is now my favourite Christina Lauren book!

Christina Lauren have done it again! I love their books and this one is no different. Liam’s family is the worst but Blair was definitely super entertaining. The family reminded me a lot of the Le Domas’s from Ready or Not 😂 There were plenty of fake marriage shenanigans and I loved how Anna brought out Liam’s fun side and brought some heart and levity to this ridiculous family.

I was able to read an ebook arc of this thanks to NetGalley. A fun romance. Great read. Would read more by this author.

I adored this Christina Lauren book! Super cute premise & i loved the ending. Very predictable, but a perfect beach/vacation read!

Let’s just start with Christina Lauren is the Queen of heartfelt romcoms. I laughed out loud more times that I can remember while reading this one. The banter between the MCs was fantastic. I loved the whole storyline, the inheritance but the catch you have to be married for 5 years first.. surprise.. it was so much fun to read I couldn’t put it down.

Christina Lauren's books always remind me of the feeling of watching an early 2000s romcom - there's always a balance of heart and humor and vibes that just hits right. At this point I've read nearly all of their books - and The Paradise Problem is a firm top 5 book for me! I particularly loved Anna as a character - she was messy, delightful and relatable. I loved the opposites attract vibes - on paper Liam and Anna didn't make a lot of sense - but as the story went on it was clear how perfect they were for each other.

OH MY GOD! This was SOOOOO fun. I will admit that it was not at all what I thought it would be (the cover maybe was misleading to me? not sure). I adored every second of it. I feel like Christina Lauren's talent for banter mixed with heartwarming moments is one of my favorite parts of their books, and this one delivered. This is a summer romance book at its finest.

This book was so fun! I saw it described as "the most eat the rich a billionaire book can be" and I think that sums it up perfectly.
I loved the opulence and crazy family dynamics, paired with a sweet marriage of convenience romance. Hard to do marriage of convenience realistically in a contemporary rom-com, but Christina Lauren can do no wrong!

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Ahhh ladies.... what another successful romance from this amazing duo.

Engaging, romantic, and and so much fun!

I absolutely love the journey we take between Anna Green and Liam “West” Weston.

This book was so much fun!! Every interaction between Anna and Liam had me either swooning, laughing, or mouth open haha. The banter was top notch and it reminded me a little bit of The Unhoneymooners which is my absolute favorite book by them :).

I couldn’t put it down and was so sad that it had to end. I loved Anna... she was quite the hoot. And oh Liam... was rooting for both of them.

I highly recommend this one. Fake dating is one of my favorite tropes and Christina Lauren well played ladies well played ;).

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️/5

Super enjoyable read! Whie not my 1st Christina Lauren book, it is my favorite!

The Paradise Problem is a delightful escape featuring an opposites-attract romance set against the backdrop of a private island wedding. Christina Lauren's charming and relatable characters, along with the intriguing premise of a marriage of convenience, make this a captivating and enjoyable read. The fast-paced plot keeps you engaged from beginning to end.

I appreciated the depth of both Anna and West's characters. Anna's unwavering passion for painting and loyalty to her family made her a sympathetic figure. West's decision to pursue a career in academia rather than joining the family business demonstrated his strong principles, making him instantly likable.

Many thanks to NetGallery and Gallery Books for sharing this charming romantic comedy featuring likable characters and a heartwarming love story.

Another hit for Christina Lauren and probably one of my top five from them! This book was an absolute joy to read.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advance copy of The Paradise Problem. As a big fan of Christina Lauren, I was excited to dive into another one of their engaging reads. The storyline had the charm of a Hallmark movie but with a spicier twist, and I could easily see it being adapted into a film. I gave The Paradise Problem four stars—while I enjoyed the romance, the level of spice was a bit much for my personal taste. That said, the characters and their journey kept me hooked, and I had fun watching Anna and Liam's love story unfold.

THIS BOOK SHOULD BE CROWNED BEST BANTER EVER. I was enthralled reading this one.

We've got it all: opposites attract, fake dating, slow burn. And it was perfection. This was such a fun read. Liam and Anna were so in tune with each other throughout the book, it was so beautiful. I laughed a lot, I cried a bit, and I loved hard.

If you want a fun book where we go on an island and have rich family drama and awesome clothes, check this out!

I've never laughed so hard through a romance book. The beginning had me YELLING at this man and questioning why she'd even get back together with him when he clearly DID NOT CARE???? Then I realized what was happening and I was like "oh okay, you can calm down now Tori."

This was a refreshing take on marriage of convenience that was much needed. I swooned over this man and the FMC was one of my favorites to date. The growth in Liam was inspiring for someone who deals with any kind of parent issues. Sometimes, as the oldest daughter who also wants to tell my dad to give me a break, I dream of being able to tell a parent to take a step back in books like this.

I have loved every single book Christina and Lauren have written, but they truly knocked this one out of the park.

You'll like this book if you like
✨ Fake dating
✨ Opposites Attract
✨ Marriage of convenience (take 2)
✨ One bed

5⭐️ | 2🌶️

I received this book on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review ❤️

Christina Lauren. The authors that I love and hate. They have some books I love and some books I feel neutral about. This one was neutral. The characters were a bit too much. I had a hard time buying into the romance in this one.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read and review an advanced copy of this novel. I highly enjoyed it and will be recommending it to others.

Steam? Check. Funny? Check. Perfect setting? Check. Christina Lauren still reign supreme with this latest title.

The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren is a light and enjoyable read, but it doesn’t quite reach the heights of their previous works. Set against a tropical backdrop, the story follows a familiar mix of romance, personal growth, and misunderstandings. The characters are likable enough, but they sometimes feel a bit underdeveloped, and the plot, while engaging, lacks the twists and depth that fans of the authors might expect.

The writing is breezy, and the setting is vividly described, making it easy to get lost in the island atmosphere. However, the pacing feels uneven, with some parts dragging while others are rushed. For readers looking for a relaxing, beachy escape, The Paradise Problem will hit the mark. But for those expecting a standout romance or more complexity, it might fall a little short. Overall, it’s an enjoyable but forgettable entry in Christina Lauren’s repertoire.

SLIGHT SPOILERS: I loved the inevitable chemistry between Anna and Liam once they were trying to pull off the “married for almost 5 years” ruse. I wish the author hadn’t let the book get too stuck in all the technicalities of how the inheritance got resolved though I understand having to give some amount of information to make it feel believable. The challenging family dynamics took the focus off of the couple in a way that took away from the flow of their relationship. I would definitely read another one of Christina Lauren’s books though and appreciated the realism both main characters had approaching each situation they were in.

I enjoyed this and the writing style, and the story was compelling. I am very interested in reading this author’s future work and this was a very solid romance. Would definitely recommend to others.