I really enjoyed reading this book. The enemies to lovers is a trope I never pass up. I thought the book was ver well written.

Casey’s goal is to become a travel journalist however she finds herself stagnated in her current position with the magazine where she works. Facing nothing but challenges, both personally and professionally, to ensure she gets the assignment of interviewing the CEO while on a Caribbean cruise she claims a relationship with him that one might say is exaggerated.

Philip is a successful businessman who has a past with Casey that he would like to forward even if it happened two decades ago. He has no intention of being interviewed by anyone but especially Casey however he soon realizes the sparks of animosity between them are only a cover for feelings that run much deeper.

Humorous banter, a less-than-ideal past and feelings and chemistry that neither expected is sure to entertain as what begins as a battle of wills evolves into so much more.

This was a fun read. It has R.S. Grey’s signature banter and recipe for “enemies-to-lovers” just like the romcom queen does them. It was not my favorite of hers though. Although I did enjoy this one, it felt lacking in certain areas compared to other of R.S. Grey’s works.

This may be just me, but I didn’t feel a strong emotional connection between the two main characters, and it just felt too insta-lusty for my taste.

I did enjoy all the banter though, because I just live how R.S. Grey writes banter. I also really enjoyed the cruise ship and vacation aspect of the story. It makes me want to hop on a cruise for a few days and just bask in the sun and forget about all my responsibilities. *chuckles while folding clothes*


*A huge thanks to R.S. Grey and Grey’s Promotions for providing me with an eARC for review. All thoughts are my own.*

What a delightful summer read! This is the quintessential vacation read with so many amazing tropical scenes. This was such a fun enemies to lovers/second chance romance/forced proximity read. I loved Casey and Phillip. Their banter was super fun, a key ingredient to RS Grey’s perfect romcom recipe. I loved Casey’s grit and they way that she handled herself to stand up and fight for what she wanted when it came to her career. And her friendship with Sienna??? Oh my goodness! Mega friendship goals! Would love a book where Sienna gets her happy ending! Tyson definitely deserves a good friend award as well.

Bottom Line: Read it!

**I received a copy of Caribbean Crush and am leaving this review voluntarily. All opinions are my own.**

Caribbean Crush was a fun, entertaining read from R.S. Grey!

Casey is a fact checker for a travel magazine who really wants to make the jump to writer. She sizes the opportunity to prove herself when a luxury, green cruise ship is being launched by a guy from her past, Philip. They didn't part on good terms years ago and don't stay out on a good foot either. I enjoyed their relationship development and seeing them grow closer over the course of the cruise.

The story and character development were nicely paced and it all flowed really well. I enjoyed this one quite a bit and was hooked from the beginning.

Caribbean Crush
by R.S. Grey

Caribbean Crush by R.S. Grey is a delightful enemies-to-lovers romance set aboard a luxury cruise ship. The story follows Casey Hughes, a travel journalist desperate for her big break, who must land an exclusive interview with reclusive CEO Phillip Woodmont—her former middle school rival. What ensues is a slow-burn romance filled with witty banter, tension, and undeniable chemistry.
The tropical setting and forced proximity make for the perfect backdrop as Casey and Phillip clash at every turn, only to discover their feelings run deeper than grudges. R.S. Grey's humor and charm shine through, creating a fun and lighthearted read. The characters are well-developed, and their journey from enemies to lovers is both engaging and satisfying. This book is a great escape, perfect for fans of romantic comedies and anyone in need of a feel-good read. Ideal for a beach day or a cozy weekend indoors!

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This was a fun light hearted vacation fling meets real feelings read. Casey and Phillip had immediate chemistry, built on their childhood friendship and it was fun to see how things heated up on the high seas.

The plot was a biiiit messy, how they ultimately got together, how her work came between them and how they kept pushing away the very real feelings so quickly and easily that when it finally came time for the third act resolution (at 96% mind you) I really wanted more to the next stage of their relationship.

Never the less this was a great beach read and I would love to see a follow up for Sienna, or Tyson!



Thank you Netgalley and Montlake for the ARC in exchange for my review!

Having been on several cruise ships, I was transported there immediately while reading Caribbean Crush!

Travel journalist Casey sets out on the Auriela's maiden voyage with the mission of interviewing the reclusive shipping heir and CEO owner of the ship. Small problem: they were bitter rivals as teenagers. Casey and Phillip's story is everything you'd expect from rivals/enemies-to-lovers: witty banter, lots of tension, and a deep-rooted dislike of one another. All set in a tropical paradise! The push and pull between these characters is addicting as they navigate their changing feelings for each other and their messy history.

Summer may be over, but Caribbean Crush is a delightful holiday escape! I received an advanced copy and voluntarily left a review.

This book might just get me to change my mind though. This book was another fun romcom from R.S Grey and the setting of a luxury cruise ship in the Caribbean made me rethink my no cruise stance.

This book follows Casey Hughes a fact checker at a travel magazine who is hoping an interview with the elusive Phillip Woodmont will move her from fact checker to her dream of a travel journalist. The problem, Casey and Phillip have history from middle school and not the good kind. As a result of that history, Phillip refuses to give Casey the time of day. She does not let that stop her and she continues to pester Phillip.

I really enjoyed the dynamic between these two characters. They were kind of enemies to lovers, but not really. Phillip held the grudge against Casey for just a bit of the book, and the reason was actually kind of funny. Where Phillip is buttoned up and formal, Casey is kind of chaos. She has been struggling lately and is really hoping this trip and assignment will be the thing to turn it all around for her.

The travel influencer, Sienna and Casey's neighbor on this cruise was another fun part of this story. The two developed a fast friendship and we should all be so lucky to make a friend that easily. I really wanted to be on this trip with them.

The setting of this story was just as much a part of this book. I wanted to go on these hikes, spend time learning to surf on the beach, and drink and dance in local bars on the islands. I wanted to lounge by the pool on this ship and I was hungry reading about all of the delicious food they got to eat.

This book was a lot of fun to read, Thank you to Netgalley, Grey's Promo and RS. Grey for my arc of this book. Caribbean Crush is out now and is available with Kindle Unlimited.

Caribbean Crush by R.S. Grey was such a good read.
The story is both witty and fun; her signature trait.
I'm in love with this book and I'm so sad that it's over.
The story line was sweet and flowed effortlessly with an enjoyable plot line that is able to engage you all the way through.
It made me laugh, smile, grin, swoon - it made me happy.

4.5⭐️

Caribbean Crush was an unputdownable enemies to lovers summer read! The story follows Casey, an aspiring travel writer assigned to a job on a new luxury cruise ship. We also see a second POV from the MMC Phillip, the heir to the cruise company and the man in charge on the ship.

This book felt like taking a vacation while reading. Expect a lot of beautifully described travel scenery, close friendships, fun banter and plenty of spice! 🌶️🥵 Phillip and Casey had such palpable chemistry, I didn’t want to put the book down and read late into the night. Without weighing the book down too much the author also touched on more serious subjects like grief, and finding your place in the world.

I hadn’t read R.S. Grey in a while but I definitely plan to read more soon!

**Thank you to Montlake and NetGalley for the advanced reader copy! All opinions are my own**

4/5 stars

If you're looking for a tropical vacation book that allows you to escape, this one is it! I kept picturing the beach, the giant cruise ship and the incredible descriptions of food while reading "Caribbean Crush" by R.S Grey.

Casey Hughes is a 'fact checker' at Bon Voyage (yes, that is her real title) and she really is just trying to get her big break so she can be a journalist. She thinks her big break is getting an exclusive interview with Phillip Woodmont but it's a bit harder than she thought because of their history.

Phillip and Casey have so much history but are they willing to put it aside or work through it? I loved the tension, slow burn, chemistry and enemies to lovers aspect.

My favorite part of this book was the friendship between Casey and Sienna! Sienna is the next door neighbor on the cruise ship that turns out to be the best thing that has happened to Casey. Their heartwarming friendship makes me so happy for both of them and we all need a Sienna in our lives.

Read this book if you like:
-enemies to lovers
-slow burn with chemistry
-beach vacation books
-female friendship books

Thank you R,S, Grey and Netgalley for this book!

I was hooked from the very beginning of this story! Casey has found herself in a new situation. She actually put herself out there in her job, and now she has to follow through on what she said. Which is also why she’s finagled a spot on the new cruise ship, Aurelia. Casey and Phillip have a past. And it’s not great. So she’s going to have to win him over. This book had heart and heat and new friendships for the win! Couldn’t read this one fast enough! Be sure to grab your copy!

Caribbean Crush is a quintessential beach read. It’s jammed packed full of genuine female friendship, enemies to lovers, witty banter, laugh out loud humor and lots of steam.

Casey Hughes is down on her luck. She’s stuck in a low level, go nowhere job, she recently lost her grandmother, her only remaining family, and is nearly homeless. She’s assigned to report on the maiden voyage of the cruise ship Aurelia but more importantly get an exclusive with the elusive shipping heir Phillip Woodmont. She and Phillip have a history from middle school that he’s not willing to forgive. He absolutely refuses to give her that interview but Casey is tenacious in her pursuit.

Casey starts to systematically wear Phillip down and he begins to respect her. She challenges him when so few do. Their banter is next level delicious. It was so fun to read. Their chemistry also begins to boil over and feels as if it leaps off the page. They eventually agree to a “one night” type situation. Best laid plans and all that.

Casey also meets Sienna on the cruise. Their cabins are right next to each other. I was initially worried Sienna would be a mean girl but she is friendship goals. Theirs is a friendship you see pretty quickly will last. It was a real highlight of the book.

As they cruise around the Caribbean we the readers are treated to exotic travel destinations and a few hilarious excursions that had me laughing out loud. R.S. Grey’s descriptions of the cruise ship and ports were so vivid I felt I was there with them. And more importantly it made me want to go on a cruise in paradise. If you’re looking for a swoony beach read this is the one to pick up.

Thanks to R.S. Grey and Grey’s Promotions for the review opportunity.

𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚: ★★★★
𝗔𝗥𝗖 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪:

This book was the perfect blend of romance, humor, and a little bit of rivalry. The characters were so well-developed and had great chemistry. I loved the way Casey and Phillip’s past played into their present relationship. It added a layer of tension and made their eventual connection even more satisfying.

The setting was also amazing. I felt like I was right there on the cruise ship, enjoying the sunshine and the beautiful scenery. The author did a great job of creating a world that was both glamorous and exciting.

If you’re looking for a fun and flirty read that will keep you turning the pages until the very end, It’s a perfect escape from reality.

Thank you Netgalley for this arc!!

𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗦: Billionaire romance, frenemies to to benefits to lovers, travel journalist fmc, grumpy/sunshine, vacation romance, second chance romance, forced proximity

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (4.5/5)
🌶️🌶️🌶️ (2.5/5)

Casey Hughes, an aspiring travel journalist, finally gets her big break after she tells her boss she can get an exclusive interview with the ship’s owner. She does know Phillip Woodmont, so what could go wrong? Wellllll…they once knew each other in the eighth grade as competitors in their schools’ quiz bowl tournament. Casey may have sabotaged Phillip’s team back then and twenty years later, he hasn’t forgotten.

Ten days aboard a luxurious cruise ship set to sail around the Caribbean is surely enough time to obtain an interview with Phillip, right? Until every chance Casey gets to ask him for one, his immediate response is “no.” Yeah, he definitely hasn’t forgotten.

An enemies-to-lovers romcom with equal parts sweet and spicy shaken (not stirred) together for the perfect summer read. This story takes place over the duration of the cruise and it was absolutely perfect. The writing was descriptive and sucked me right in. I actually felt like I was on the ship with the characters; sailing, dining, porting and exploring various locations. We lounged by the pool on board, went on some strenuous hikes, saw some waterfalls, ate delicious food, and made some amazing friends!! Maybe even fell in love with Phillip…No, I definitely fell in love with Phillip.

The chemistry between Casey and Phillip was hhhoOoottt. The tension… I mean… I can’t talk about it without blushing. And the side characters were awesome, I loved them all. Even Vivienne. And I absolutely loved Casey and Sienna’s friendship.

My only complaints would be 1. I would’ve loved to see Casey and Phillip settle what happened in the past. It was brought up and then brushed aside but I would’ve loved to have Casey explain to him what really happened that day at the quiz bowl. 2. I would’ve loved to have more chapters with Phillip’s POV. 3. What does this author have against the word c*ck? Or any words describing genitalia? If I’m reading explicit scenes, go full throttle!!! Gimme it ALL!

If you’re looking for a fast paced, entertaining read because you’re just not ready to let go of summer yet… this is the one! Pick it up! Right now!

I liked this a lot more than I expected to. The two of them were cute but I don't feel like I really know them that well. I enjoyed their relationship but I would have liked to get to know them better as characters.

I received an arc from grey's promotion.

This is Casey and Phillips story.
Casey is a struggling travel journalist, who needs a big break, and is assigned to get an interview from elusive shipping heir Phillip, and she lands the opportunity of a lifetime on a maiden voyage on a luxury cruise ship. Phillip and Casey have a history, but will he forgive the past and give her the interview she desperately needs?
This is a well written story which is easy to read, with enemies / lovers, opposites attract, forced proximity, emotions, tension, drama, twists, humor, witty banter, undeniable chemistry, second chances, romance, engaging and realistic characters and secondary characters, and love, which leads to an entertaining, and fun addictive page turner.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.

stars

“I’ve fallen for you,” he admits boldly. […]
“I’m falling for you, too, Phillip.” I have fallen. hard.”


one thing is certain: whenever R.S. Grey writes, I devour her books within a day. her novels always have the power to cure my reading slumps. 'Caribbean Crush' was no exception - set on a cruise ship, it transported me to picturesque settings and immersed me in a passionate romance. I enjoyed every moment of it.

Casey needed a career boost, so she took a calculated risk by claiming a long-standing friendship with Philippe, the owner of the luxurious Aurelia cruise. what she failed to disclose was that Philippe remembered her as the girl who accidentally broke his nose years ago. as a result, she was sent to secure an exclusive interview with Philippe while enjoying ten idyllic days on the ship. however, Philippe's memory was still sharp, and he was far from thrilled to see her again. he was not inclined to give her what she wanted, setting the stage for a tense and potentially disastrous encounters.

the banter in this book was absolutely delicious, with a perfect blend of witty repartee and humor. the enemies-to-lovers storyline was remarkably crafted, with Casey and Philippe engaging in biting exchanges that left no one feeling comfortable. the tension was palpable throughout the narrative, with well-timed jealousy moments that added to the emotional intensity. Casey's struggles during her crisis resonated deeply with me, and I found myself empathizing with her plight. Philippe, on the other hand, was the quintessential tall, handsome, and successful male man character. while his inner thoughts about his ex-fiancée in the early chapters felt slightly unnecessary, I still enjoyed his character immensely.

overall, I loved the book despite some minor quibbles. the writing was engaging, and the romance was addicting and satisfying. If you enjoy a good enemies-to-lovers story with plenty of humor and heart, this is definitely a book worth reading.

”becoming an orphan when you’re a young adult is a bitter pill to swallow. no one really feels all that bad for you because you’re not a kid anymore, but it doesn’t negate the fact that you’re really on your own now.”


many thanks to Grey’s Promotion for providing the e-ARC in exchange of an honest review

I love that RS Grey has been focusing on vacation romances because they are perfect, I literally loved that this one was set on a cruise. I got to enjoy my favorite things about cruising while also enjoying Casey and Phillip’s enemies to lovers story. Phillip hates Casey from a competition back in eighth grade, and while it’s petty, after learning the facts, honestly I can understand why the man holds a grudge. But when Casey needs an interview from him for her job, he does everything in his power to say no, while Casey does everything in her power to get him to say yes.

The scenes where Casey appears and starts to bother Phillip are my favorite, they have great banter and chemistry, and it was also so funny that I enjoyed them so much. I also love how Casey shocked me just as much as she shocked Phillip, this book was a wild ride and I enjoyed every moment of it!