This book was okay but it never did grab me. I wanted to like these characters so much but I just never really got into it.

Okay, okay. IF we took this one back through another editor, this could really be something. It has great bones. It just really needs more editing. Multiple times I was lost and I couldn't tell where the story was going. And there wasn't any story indicating the "enemies to lovers" trope we were trying to play, saying you hate someone isn't the same as making me believe that you hate them. But we have other good things happening with throwing in the adoption themes or talking about racism. And growing apart as a friend group, but we need the build up. Because I could not understand why Teagan was friends with anyone other than you saying "oh, they're friends."

I thought this was a relatively quick and easy read which is what I love about romances, you can tell that author has wattpad origins which can be a draw for a book, however, I don’t think it was for me.

I absolutely devoured The Situationship by E. M. Wilson! Teagan and Heath go way back. As a reader, we find them in the present as young adults navigating the complexity of their high pressure family and high status friend group while trying to makes sense of their relationship with each other. After years of animosity, they establish a situationship contract for the summer which ultimately prompts them to unpack their baggage from the past.

I found myself picking up this book every chance I got! There’s plenty of spice in this book, but also a lot of plot to keep you interested. Wilson also waits until the end to reveal what caused the rift in Teagan and Heath’s relationship all those years ago, which keeps you turning every page until the very end! This story is very reminiscent of a modern-day gossip girl. Would definitely recommend to all romance lovers!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!

I had high hopes. I truly thought i would loooove this book, but im just not sure what it was but this fell flat for me and i truly cannot even pin point what it was

I love a good romance with a few hook ups. I found myself enjoying this story of Teagan and Heath. It gets spicy, but overall I was entertained. The situations situationship brings you into their situation and you will keep turning the pages.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this book!!

Wow!! What a great book!! This one was a page turner! Had me hooked from the first page! This was a first for me by this author but will not be my last. I enjoyed the plot, characters and the writing style!!

Situationship by : @emwilsonauthor

4 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Spicy 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️


This book is about two successful people who creates a hookup contract, but it goes bad when they start catching feelings for each other.
I really liked this book at first I just thought it was going to be just two people hooking up but it was so much more. I honestly think the friend group was all a bunch of asswholes. None of them saw the error of their ways but the parents. I feel like Teagan could have stood up for herself way more in that group. Tegan and Heath both had a lot of miss communication going on. They were both making assumption about what the other thought of each other instead of talking. This book made me cry with everything these two had against them and how they dealt with everything. Both Teagan and Heath had the most growth with them throughout the book. Jeremey was the smart friend that actually removed hisself from the toxicity of the group. I wish I would’ve got to know the brothers more.

Quote : “When you asked me if I was catching feelings . . . I wasn’t talking about someone else.” My heart pounds hard in my chest. “I meant I was catching feelings for you.”

Teagan and Heath are both headstrong independent people. Growing up in the same friend group, there is a lot of history between the two that they want to keep closed. Instead, the two decide on a no-strings-attached relationship. What could possibly go wrong?

What was supposed to be a summer full of meaningless hookups, turns into Teagan and Heath beginning to fall for each other. And when their past is brought to the surface, the two realize their flame from way back when may not have been put out…

Heath and Teagan’s story was STEAMY but had substance, which every reader is going to go crazy over. The drama and complications had me in my feels from beginning to end (I’m a sucker for a good fake dating trope!) ✨

In "Situationship" by E.M. Wilson, the author explores modern relationship dynamics through the lens of commitment anxiety and personal development. Teagan, a law student from a family of high expectations, finds herself in a tumultuous relationship with Heath, an emerging physical therapist dealing with a difficult family situation. Both are deeply involved in a close-knit group of friends and after a hectic social summer schedule decide to have a casual relationship with defined timings. As their past returns and their feelings intensify, what appeared to be a simple arrangement turns out to be more intricate.

The character depiction of Teagan and Heath in the book demonstrates both engaging and genuine qualities. The character Teagan shows many qualities of a strong and independent person as she faces both her own desires and the pressures of her society. Her story shows how people must address their powerful drive for achievement versus their need to be weak. The complexity of Heath's character matches Teagan's charming nature as both elements enhance the growing connection between them. The attraction between them is obvious through their humorous dialogue and passionate scenes which sustain the readers' interest.

Through the novel, the author successfully explores major themes including racism, homophobia, adoption trauma and mental health struggles. The story integrates these elements into the plot to build believable character histories and depict the real challenges they encounter. While multiple heavy themes add depth to the story some readers have felt that the inclusion of these themes creates overwhelming content that could benefit from more concentrated exploration.

The story moves at a constant speed throughout the book but some readers might find the middle chapters predictable. The narrative succeeds primarily through its development of characters along with Teagan and Heath's relationship progression. The dialogue throughout the novel shows sharp wit and humorous moments that lighten the intense emotional depth.

Readers who enjoy contemporary romance with meaningful storytelling should find their happiness in "Situationship." Through a thoughtful exploration of love and identity readers will discover the necessary courage to face their past. The novel does not reinvent the romance genre but delivers an enjoyable and reflective read to readers.

I am a sucker for a good friends with benefits story, so this was right up my alley! I really enjoyed this book for the light and easy read that it is. Sometimes, that's what we need, right? I loved the leads, even when they were being a bit insufferable, but that's one of my favorite parts of this genre - we root for the humanity of these characters in the ways we hope that people would root for us!

There are some small editing things that caught my eye, but all in all, I give Situationship 3.5 stars! BIG thank you to E.M. Wilson and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

3.5 stars!

EM Wilson is one of my favorite wattpad authors, she’s written some of my all time favs. This book was fast paced, fun and had just the right amount of drama at the end. I will say this isn’t my favorite by her but it has the same flare of spice that I know and love. I liked how the characters were shamelessly themselves and knew what they wanted with strong independence. I do however wish we got a bit more of their history in the beginning, but overall I enjoyed reading this and hope for EM to publish some of her other gems!

This is a very spicy frenemies to lovers rom-com. We meet Teagan, who is a busy law student. She is "one of the guys" in her long-time friends group. This group includes Heath, who is her ex-boyfriend.
Tegan and Heath are very sexually dissatisfied and decide to enter into a "situationship" with each other for the summer.
I feel like this was pretty predictable. But it was a decent read.
** I will add that the spice level is a lot. If you are uncomfortable with VERY explicit adult scenes, this is definitely not a book for you.

Thanks to NetGalley and author E.M. Wilson, for this ARC in exchange for my honest feedback.

I really enjoyed this book! I read it cover to cover. It made me laugh, it made me cry, it made me blush! I did find that Teagan had far too many "things": being adopted, a black woman in a white mans world, bisexual, anxiety, eating disorder, abortion, shitty friends, oldest daughter complex... I think it should've been narrowed down to just a few, but I did find that I related to her a lot. I would definitely recommend this to friends!

This book started off slow and predictable and got better about 65% of the way through. Why wait until almost the end of the book to show more of the relationship and history between the two main characters. Once we find that out, it makes it less of a Situationship. I see what the author was trying to do but it just wasn’t quite there.

Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC of this one.

Look - was this a great book? No. Did it provide me a few hours of entertainment? Absolutely.

The writing definitely screamed Wattpad, and these self-absorbed, high society-raised assholes were a bit much at times - but I did feel like Teagan and Heath showed some growth in their characters.

The spice was spicing from the early pages - these two characters banged a lot. Good for them.

I successfully predicted 95% of the big reveal from the end, it was extremely predictable. Honestly I think the book would have been even better if we knew that information up front - it would have helped the reader be more understanding of Teagan’s hatred towards Heath (despite screwing his brains out every other chapter).

All that said - I read this in less than 24 hours, and I’d be interested in seeing what else this author creates in the future.

The Situationship by E.M. Wilson is a captivating, steamy, and emotionally layered read that perfectly captures the chaos of undefined relationships. Teagan and Heath’s “no-strings” arrangement starts off as a practical solution but quickly turns into a mess of complicated feelings, undeniable attraction, and moments that had me glued to the pages.

Teagan is such a compelling protagonist—she’s ambitious, sharp, and juggling the weight of family expectations while trying to carve out a life that’s truly her own. Her struggles with self-worth, vulnerability, and the fear of getting hurt again felt so real, and I appreciated how Wilson handled those deeper themes. Heath, on the other hand, is frustrating in all the best ways—charming, closed off, and completely unprepared for how much Teagan would challenge him. Their chemistry is off the charts, and Teagan’s inner monologue? Hilarious. There were so many moments that had me chuckling out loud.

Beyond the spice and banter, the book also tackles important themes like racism, homophobia, and the difficulty of staying true to yourself under societal pressures. It adds depth to the romance, making their journey feel all the more meaningful. If anything, the pacing dragged a little in the middle, and some plot points were predictable, but that didn’t take away from how engaging the story was. If you love a romance with heart, heat, and a lot of emotional complexity, The Situationship is absolutely worth the read!

When I first started the book; I was so shocked how quickly it moved but then I enjoyed the pace. I went into the story expecting fluffy romance and ended up relating to Teagan on so many levels. The relationship between Teagan and Heath was very interesting & hard to connect to at first being I was trying to decipher what their actual connection was but by the end of the book I definitely understood and was smitten over them.

I really liked this book, but feel like there were several changes that could’ve made to make me love this book. I feel like this book covered so many important topics, but I feel like the way in which they were discussed and the order and time given to the topics felt a little bit rushed and scattered in a lot of moments.

“Situationship” by E.M. Wilson is a captivating contemporary romance that masterfully blends humor, emotional depth, and sizzling chemistry. The story follows Teagan, a determined law student, and Heath, a charismatic yet commitment-averse man, as they navigate a no-strings-attached arrangement that becomes increasingly complex as genuine feelings emerge. Their witty banter and undeniable connection make for an engaging read that keeps you rooting for them throughout. Wilson’s nuanced exploration of modern relationships and personal growth adds depth to this steamy narrative, making it a must-read for fans of the genre. If you enjoy romances with strong, relatable characters and a perfect balance of spice and heart, “Situationship” is sure to delight.