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.

This is an enjoyable enemies-to-lovers romance. Teagan and Heath share the same friend group that they have been part of since childhood. We meet Teagan as she is breaking things off with her boyfriend who could not satisfy her in bed. Her subsequent venting about this situation prompts Heath to offer his “services” for the summer. After setting times and dates they begin their “situationship”. They have a bunch of shared social events for the summer because one of their friends is getting married. Spicy sex scenes, nice relationship dynamic once the hot and cold between Teagan and Heath wears off.

Situationship by E.M. Wilson is a steamy and fast-paced romance that delivers on heat and heart in equal measure. From the very first chapter, the chemistry between Teagan and Heath sizzles, drawing readers into a summer fling that’s anything but simple. What sets this story apart is its clever banter and undeniable chemistry—their interactions are sharp, flirty, and full of emotional tension that evolves beautifully as feelings deepen. Wilson excels at capturing that messy, electric in-between space where attraction and vulnerability collide. Beneath the romantic spark, Situationship also shines in its portrayal of a diverse, issues-driven cast. Through its characters, the novel touches on adoption, race, privilege, and mental health in a way that feels modern and relevant, without being preachy.

Love a good frenemies to lovers but could not get into this book. I will definitely give it another try.

I received a complimentary copy of Situationship in exchange for an hoenst review. This book defintely hit home with the current dating environment, and friends with benefits was not a hugs stretch. What I found starnge was the contractual "we meet on certain days." That worked until it didn't. There was not any single event or a transition that moved them out of the FWB stage. Overall, this was an entertaining book and I'm glad I had the opportunity to read it.

"Situationship" intrigued me with the first line!

I am glad that Teagan recognized her boyfriend was not cutting it for her in the bedroom area of their relationship. It didn't appear as if he was cutting it in a vast majority of areas for their relationship, but I digress. Nonetheless, Teagan and Heath bring the heat! Literally. They love sex and they have banter.

My main concern was the amount of story that I read so that I could fully understand and see what happened to Teagan and Heath for their relationship dynamic to be considered a second chance. That part caused me to tear up so therefore in actuality I bumped my rating, but the friend group within this story just rubbed me the wrong way as I do not consider them to be friends of the main characters, at all! Regardless of them, I would recommend this story.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Messy, Relatable, and Totally Addictive

Situationship by E.M. Wilson nails the chaos and confusion of modern love. It’s raw, real, and at times uncomfortably accurate in portraying the emotional limbo between “just talking” and something more. The main character’s inner dialogue is sharp and painfully relatable—you’ll find yourself nodding, cringing, and rooting for her all at once.

Wilson captures the grey areas of dating culture with honesty and wit, and the tension between the characters feels so authentic it practically jumps off the page. It’s the perfect book for anyone who’s ever overanalyzed a text or tried to define the undefinable.

One star off only because a few emotional moments could’ve gone deeper, and the ending felt a bit rushed. Still, Situationship is an addictive, clever read that feels like reading your group chat out loud—with more heart.

Highly recommend for fans of Sally Rooney and Talia Hibbert.

Situationship was a great summer read. It was hot, steamy, emotional but not devastatingly so, and it had a sweet ending. Heath and Teagan had absolutely electric chemistry. Despite the fact that, for most of the book, they were bickering and insisting they didn't feel anything for the other, their sexual connection, and they way they showed up for each other showed how deeply they cared for one another.

I appreciated that the pieces of the puzzle of Heath and Teagan's history were dropped slowly throughout the book, it made me want to keep reading. I also was impressed by the character development. Not just the main characters, but also their families and friends. Heath's mom and Teagan's brothers acted as wonderful cheerleaders. And Richie and Brett were antagonists that I absolutely loved to hate.

I flew through reading this book because I was so invested in things working out, and I wasn't disappointed. Some of the intimate scenes felt repetitive by the end but the writing was overall still excellent. Overall, a thoroughly spicy and enjoyable story!

The main characters' make an arrangement to have a purely smexy relationship. Too bad feelings start to get in the way. While this is not a book about race, the MFC is a black woman adopted by a rich white family. The author explores what it means to be in that relationship. This is a debut book, as such it does need polishing. However, it made for an entertaining quick read with plenty of steam and witty banter. I would read more books from this author. If you like light-hearted stories with strong MFC and second chance interracial friends to lovers stories, this book is for you.

I had really high hopes for this book, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. I kept waiting for something to happen that was going to set the story on his ear and in the end, it never came..

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review

Unfortunately, this book wasn't for me. I appreciated how both Teagan and Heath had complex backstories and inner conflicts they were working through. However, I wish we got to see more of their progression in the plot. The romance was difficult for me to get into, and I found the ending to be unrealistic considering how much the couple had gone through, making it feel a bit rushed. In terms of the writing, it was easy to follow and fast-paced, which made for a quick read. All in all, I thought this was a good premise, but I wished the character development was more drawn out.

Dnf at page 74/255… this one had a hooking start but quickly lost its allure. Health objectified every woman that we were introduced to in his perspective chapters and that was really a turn off for me. Teagan and Heath didn’t seem to have much chemistry, steamy or just friendship wise, either. Their whole arrangement was a friends with benefits vibe, but after so many interactions together they just really didn’t seem like they had any foundation to eventually fall in love. Essentially, the trope from fwb to lovers didn’t feel realistic to me unfortunately.

I loved this book was very cute and I love a benefit situation. I wish some stuff were different but it Wass cute and enjoyable that I was really asking myself when would be my turn lol. I was feeling too much while I was reading as I identity as situationships are too close to my heart lol, but I loved the way it was handles and both main characters were relatable

2 stars: ★★☆☆☆
Huge thanks to Wattpad WEBTOON Book Group | Frayed Pages x Wattpad Books & NetGalley for the eARC! 💌

Okay so… this one had me raising my eyebrows more than it had me kicking my feet.

When I first saw Situationship, I thought, “Ooo spicy hookup book??” It was listed under erotica, the blurb screamed steamy fake-dating summer mess, and I was like yes pls, give me the drama and the spice. 😌 But what I got was… kinda like ordering extra hot peri-peri and getting plain yogurt.

The writing? Solid. Like actually smooth and readable, which is why I got through it in the first place. Some lines were witty, the pacing didn’t totally drag, and there were moments that could have hit emotionally. But that’s where the good news ends.

Here’s the tea: the romance was a ghost. I’m not even exaggerating. The first 50%? Hookups. Just hookup after hookup like it’s a calendar appointment. No tension. No buildup. No chemistry. It wasn’t sexy, it wasn’t emotional—it just was. I kept waiting for that one scene to punch me in the gut or make me scream “just kiss already” but nah. It all felt… distant. And the spice? Bro, I’ve read more tension in IKEA manuals. 😐

And then comes the whiplash.
At 57%, this man was literally grinding on a stripper at a bachelorette party.
At 76%, he’s seconds away from hooking up with someone else.
Then suddenly—BOOM—he “loves” Teagan??
At 87%, we get the shocking plot twist: they dated before?? Since high school??? Where was any sign of that for most of the book? 😭 It’s like watching a whole movie then getting told it was a sequel.

Honestly, I thought this was gonna be a fun, chaotic, spicy mess where two friends catch feelings over time. Instead, it read like a Wattpad fanfic from 2014 that forgot to include the slow burn, forgot to develop the romance, and threw in an ending because deadlines exist.

Also, I have to say this: you can’t just say two people are in love. You gotta make us feel it. Otherwise, it’s just noise. And Teagan and Heath? They cared more about convenience than connection. Even their deep talks felt like speed-run therapy sessions.

This wasn’t friends-to-lovers. It wasn’t enemies-to-lovers. It was "we hook up when it’s convenient and oops guess we’re in love now" and I wasn’t buying it. By the end, I was like—okay. So this is how it ends. I guess.

There was potential here. There really was. The idea of two people navigating expectations, privilege, image, and complicated history? That’s good stuff. But the execution? Meh. It needed more heat, more emotion, and wayyyy less fake-deep plot twists.

Tropes:
🥀 Situationship / Friends-with-benefits
⏳ No-Strings-Attached/Hookup Culture
🥀 Second Chance Romance (Secret Past Relationship)
⏳ Convenience Romance

Final thoughts?
It’s like walking into a bakery expecting cake and getting stale toast with glitter on top. Pretty cover, but the story didn’t deliver what it promised. I really, really wanted to root for this—but the spark just wasn’t there.

Situationship? More like misfire.

Thank you to NetGalley for the eARC!

I was genuinely surprised by how much I enjoyed this book! As someone who’s been in a situationship, I found Teagan’s struggles incredibly relatable. At first, her anger felt a bit over the top, but as the story unfolded—and especially after that epic plot twist—I started to truly understand her. She wasn’t intentionally miserable; she was exhausted from constantly trying to be perfect and feeling indebted to her parents for everything they’d sacrificed for her and her siblings.

And Heath? He was adorably mushy, even when he was spouting complete nonsense. I couldn’t get enough of him—or his hilarious inner monologue.

This was such a great read, and I’m so glad NetGalley sent it my way. I really hope we get more stories about the rest of the friend group—I’m dying to know what everyone else is up to!

Situationship is a fun, steamy friends-with-benefits-to-lovers story that blends fake-dating, social pressure, and emotional baggage in a high-society setting. Teagan and Heath have great chemistry and a shared past that makes their “arrangement” feel believable, even as it inevitably gets messy. The story is spicy, dramatic, and has just enough heart to keep things interesting. It’s not breaking new ground, but it’s an enjoyable read for fans of modern romance tropes

Situationship was a fun ride with all the good stuff—friends with benefits, second chances, and just the right amount of spice. The banter between the characters was solid, and the chemistry? Definitely there.

I really appreciated the diverse cast and how the story didn’t shy away from showing different perspectives and experiences. It had its emotional moments, too, but never felt too heavy.

While it didn’t completely blow me away, it was definitely entertaining and had me flipping pages. A great pick if you’re in the mood for a steamy, slightly messy romance with heart.

Thank you to Wattpad WEBTOON Book Group, Frayed Pages x Wattpad Books for the gifted Advance Reader Copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

E.M. Wilson's Situationship is a fantastic and spicy contemporary romance that delivered all the drama, humor, and heart I could ask for! This book captured my attention from the very first page, giving me all the addictive vibes of my favorite TV shows like New Girl. It's a truly engaging read filled with emotional ups and downs that made me feel deeply for the characters.

The premise is instantly captivating: fiercely independent Teagan, a law student navigating family expectations and a packed social calendar, decides a no-strings-attached arrangement with long-time friend-group member Heath is the perfect solution. Their agreement for pre-scheduled hookups is meant to keep things simple, but as you can imagine, complications arise when feelings inevitably get in the way.

Tropes to expect:

Friends-to-Lovers (ish)
Fake Dating (of a sort!)
Friends-with-Benefits
Secret Relationship
Close-Knit Friend Group
Steamy & Open Door

Teagan is a strong, independent protagonist whom I truly admired, even through her moments of angst. Heath, while occasionally frustrating, was equally compelling, and I understood his complex motivations. Their dynamic together is electric, and their chemistry practically leaps off the page. Don't let the charming cover fool you—this book packs some seriously steamy scenes!

E.M. Wilson is incredibly clever in how she develops Teagan and Heath's relationship, bringing their story full circle in a deeply satisfying way. The journey they undertake, filled with challenges and unexpected turns, is what makes this book so memorable. The diverse cast of characters and the exploration of evolving friendships also added wonderful layers to the narrative.

I absolutely loved the ending; it truly solidified my appreciation for Wilson's storytelling. If you're looking for a blend of spice, emotional depth, and a compelling "situationship" that turns into something more, you need to pick up this book!

Situationship
By E. M. Wilson

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4 Star Review!
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ 5/5 Spiciness Level

Situationship is a contemporary romance with moderate angst, dual POV and tropes including enemies-to-lovers, college age, summer fling, and a nepo babies friend group.

The FMC is Teagan who is black, was adopted young into a very wealthy white family and grew up in a relatively small but very rich community. She is a very powerful FMC, soon to be finishing up law school. Summers in her circle of people are always busy and social. After breaking up with her d-canoe of a boyfriend, she is stressing about not having dates for all the many summer events.

The MMC is Heath- f-boy, arrogant, a bit immature, working on becoming a Physical Therapist.

Teagan and Heath have an obvious past and are not at all nice to each other. He really wants to sleep with her again so he makes a proposal that they have no-strings-attached relations throughout the summer. No attachments. No BS. Just satisfying, mind blowing schmex. She decides she will do this, but makes a very iron clad, lawyer made contract that should protect either of them from catching feelings or allowing things to become complicated.

Once the problems in their individual home lives start to surface, the situationship is put to the test.

Read this book as an ARC via NetGalley. Thank you NetGalley!

Happy Reading! ❤️‍🔥

This was my first NetGalley read, and I found it quite enjoyable! I think that this is a unique, well-written look at a contractual friends with benefits to lovers trope.

While I found myself getting annoyed sometimes with Teagan and how stubborn she was, I can understand her more now that I've finished and gotten the context that was needed. I truly enjoyed Heath - which surprised me because he is not the typical MMC that I go for. I liked reading the progression of the relationship and was truly rooting for Teags and Heath to end up together!

LOVED the banter between the two, it really did make up for how much I disliked all of the douchey friends in their friend group 😂

Thank you @netgalley @wattpad and @emwilsonauthor for the opportunity to read this!