This reminded me of Lauren Asher and Catherine Maura which my top tier favorite smut/romance writers! This was just the right amount of romance, steam, love, and realistic events! I hope to cruise through more books with this author! Thank you to Kay Cove, publisher, and Netgalley!

Best friends to lovers? ✔️ Secret feelings? ✔️ A dash of mystery? ✔️

Lennox “Lenny” and Dex have been circling each other for years, both too stubborn (or maybe too scared 👀) to admit what everyone else can see—THEY BELONG TOGETHER. But just as sparks start flying, someone is out to bring Dex down, and let’s just say… things get real interesting. 👀🔥

The romance? Swoon-worthy. The mystery? Kept me guessing. The ending? Wrapped up beautifully like the perfect snapshot of love and suspense. 📸✨

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ HUGE thanks to NetGalley for the ARC—I’m officially obsessed!!

This book has a set up for a tropey, spice filled predictable romance but it isn't! It has a good amount of depth, heart and a strong-willed main character. I really enjoyed this one.

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

I went in expecting the usual smutty romance.
What I found, instead, was a treasure.
A deeply moving story about the love of family and the joy of finding yourself.
From the story's beginning, featuring a grandmother hand-writing letter, I was caught up.
Then I met her grandson Dex, got acquainted with him, and then I found Lennox.
Lennox is such a great character. She's someone I could know in real life, and definitely someone I can cheer for. "I'm not going to work a job where I'm not respected like a human being should be."
The story takes lovely little time skips, just enough to keep my interest without becoming off-putting. And a powerful ending to finish it off.

I LOVE an obsessed MMC and a super strong FMC.... and a marriage of convenience? Sign me up!

Dex was working in a dive shop and Lennox was his roommate.... but, it turned out that Dex was actually an ultra wealthy man who now needs to give up the fun life to go run a business. Dottie, Dex's grandmother, wrote many letters and we end up learning about her former lover. It was such a special story, and added SO MUCH to the book.

Slow-burn... but sooo worth it! The only thing I didn't like was that Lennox seemed to be far too trusting and ended up getting burned a few times. I liked the first book, but found this one to be more touching.

Kay Cove’s writing is just so special. She had me invested from the first page to the last and I absolutely devoured every single word of this book! The built up tension in this friends to lovers story was so swoon worthy. The way they rubbed off on eachother and were the balance and push they each needed, ugh so good! I love this series and can’t wait for the next installment!

I've enjoyed multiple of Kay Cove's books now and this is just as good as her previous ones. I'll be keeping an eye out for this one

I absolutely enjoyed this book. Kay Cove had me from the beginning, and I could not put it down. The characters, chemistry, and story line were well written, and I loved it. I think the Cinderella theme of the book but with a spicy nature made this an excellent book that I would read again. I can't wait to read more from this author. I highly recommend this to the romance/spicy romance lovers.

Thank you Net Galley ARC, Victory Editing, and Kay Cove.

Everything you want in a romance - Cinderella vibe, sassy and smart female, savvy and sexy male - add in corporate dealings and secrets, family secrets, a few betrayals, and you have a complex and addictive read with the HEA you deserve.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! No spoilers. Beyond amazing I enjoyed this book so very much. The characters and storyline were fantastic. The ending I did not see coming Could not put down nor did I want to. Truly Amazing and appreciated the whole story. This is going to be a must read for many many readers. Maybe even a book club pick.

This is book 2 in the Lessons in Love Series. Lennox is having money trouble and her friend Dex is here to help. He can't keep the family business without a wife, so.... Lennox agrees to play the part for a year. Unfortunately, once it, it is WAY scarier than she thought. Can she make the marriage work, now that it is more than a ruse, save the company, and make a new life?

Lessons in Love is a steamy marriage of convenience romance that revolves around two friends, Dex and Lennox, who strike a deal to save Dex's billion-dollar cruise company. With Dex facing financial difficulties due to his irresponsible roommate, he proposes a temporary marriage with Lennox. She becomes the unexpected CEO and majority shareholder, stepping into a world filled with corporate sharks. As they navigate the challenges of their new roles, their relationship evolves from friendship to something much deeper. The story unfolds with a blend of humor, drama, and undeniable chemistry, showcasing the protagonists’ journeys of self-discovery and love. The dynamic between Dex and Lennox is pretty spicy with their evolving bond keeping readers engaged throughout. Themes of trust, empowerment, and overcoming obstacles run through the narrative, adding depth to the romantic storyline. Fun boardroom scenes and spicy intimacy. You'll be drawn to this book for its engaging friends-to-lovers dynamic and the delightful twist of a marriage of convenience. The chemistry between Dex and Lennox is hot, making their journey compelling and steamy. Kay Cove's witty writing, combined with the high-stakes corporate backdrop, creates an entertaining and emotionally satisfying experience. I enjoyed it and think you will be invested until the very end.

Halleluiah for no third act breakup! Multiple POV's but it is a very well rounded book instead of it becoming distracting. Part of a "series" but is fine as a stand alone.

I couldn’t really get into this story. I liked Dex, but I lost interest after they became married and Lennox started to irritate me. I didn’t really feel invested in their story, and although I enjoyed the letters Dex’s grandma had written, it took me a while to finish it because it wasn’t for me.

I loved this story, the built up tension between Lennox and Dex and how they had this pent up emotions. Seeing their true love blossom was so cute. I also loved Dottie’s story!

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐✨ (3.5/5)

Snapshot: Lessons in Love by Kay Cove is a steamy, trope-packed marriage of convenience romance that delivers plenty of drama, chemistry, and heart. While it doesn’t entirely escape the predictability of its genre, the sizzling connection between its leads and the high-stakes backdrop make for an entertaining read.

The premise hooks you immediately: Dex and his best friend hatch a plan to save his billion-dollar company by pretending to be married, and what starts as a business arrangement quickly spirals into something far messier—and far more real. Marriage of convenience is a classic trope for a reason, and Cove leans into it with flair, crafting a dynamic between Dex and the protagonist that’s equal parts heartfelt and explosive.

Dex is a swoon-worthy romantic lead—supportive, charming, and deeply protective. His evolution from skeptical grandson determined to follow his grandmother’s unconventional will to a man realizing he might actually want a real future with his “wife” is one of the book’s strengths. His passion for his company and his growing respect for his wife as she takes charge in the boardroom are particularly compelling.

The protagonist’s journey from struggling temp worker to a powerful CEO is another highlight. Watching her step into the intimidating world of corporate sharks and find her voice is satisfying, especially as she starts to command the respect of those who initially underestimated her. Her relationship with Dex transforms alongside her own growth, and their shifting dynamic keeps the tension high.

Favorite moments? The boardroom scenes where the protagonist silences her detractors are immensely gratifying. Also, the moments of quiet intimacy—when Dex lets his guard down or when the protagonist begins to see herself through his admiring eyes—are swoon-worthy. Their chemistry is undeniable, and the steamy scenes are well-written without overshadowing the emotional beats.

However, the novel does have its weak points. The plot, while enjoyable, doesn’t stray far from the expected beats of a marriage of convenience romance, and some of the twists—particularly around the corporate drama—feel underdeveloped or too easily resolved. The pacing also falters slightly in the middle, with some repetitive scenes that slow the momentum.

Themes of self-discovery, trust, and the blurred lines between love and obligation run throughout the story, adding depth to what could otherwise be a straightforward romance. The protagonist’s determination to prove herself in a male-dominated industry is especially empowering, though I wish the book had dug deeper into some of the corporate intrigue and power dynamics.

Final verdict? Snapshot: Lessons in Love is a fun, steamy romance that’s perfect for fans of marriage of convenience, friends-to-lovers dynamics, and high-stakes drama. While it doesn’t completely reinvent the wheel, it delivers on its promises of passion, growth, and a happily ever after. Kay Cove offers a feel-good read with enough spice and heart to keep readers engaged, even if the journey feels familiar.

A marriage of convenience between two friends which quickly turns romantic. I liked the main characters, Lennox and Dex, you could not find to opposite people than these two, but their friendship made sense. When Dex's grandmother, who was a delight, passes away and he has to return to the family business and get married Lennox fits the bill. The stakes quickly change and you see the personal growth of both, especially Lennox who has never had faith in herself, but rises to the top as she faces resistance from multiple adversaries.

I received this advance review copy from NetGalley & the publisher for my honest review.

I'm not normally one for a billionaire romance but Dex Hessler isn't like the other billionaires! I enjoyed this book and the electric relationship between Dex and Lennox. The dual first person POVs made me feel like I was in their heads and immersed me into their feelings.

I appreciated the connection they had through Jacob and Dottie and loved the couple of chapters from Dottie's POV. I also felt than Lennox was so relatable as a person in her 20s trying (and often failing) to find the right job and the right person while trying to also take care of the people in her life. The intimate scenes were very hot and demonstrated the deep and undeniable connection between Dex and Lennox.

It was difficult to watch Lennox walk into the traps of manipulative industry people because it seemed like everyone but her was aware of the figurative sharks in the water. And it was mind-boggling to me that Dex never sat down with her to have a conversation of "don't trust these people" even after the second or third time she feel into those same traps. Despite enjoying the lack of third act break up and make up in this book, I was craving just a bit more tension between Dex and Lennox at points.

All in all, however, I found this to be a passionate and sexy love story between two people who were compellingly written and a story that kept my eyes glued to the page. I'll certainly be tuning in for the next installment!

I enjoyed this one. It was a great second book in the series of standalone. I enjoy the body positivity and character growth. The character are so lovable and I love their romance development.