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The way I would perform fellatio for this MMC at every given opportunity 😂

This is the second book in a series, it’s a stand alone, so the books can be read out of order. I personally have not read the first book but I was hooked that now I can’t wait for the next one.

So this story follows Rowena and Adrian, these two meet while hurling their guts up in neighbouring stalls, how romantic 😘. Rowena has found herself in a bit of sticky situation, and no not the kind we all love, and Adrian just so happens to be looking for a marriage and convenience.

SO WHAT ARE THEY GUNNA DO!!

Well they do the two finger tango and he goes down under because everything is better in the southern regions 😉

Lovely easy to read love story with all the wonderful elements. Adrian, who needs a wife for a secure position in the company and Rowena, who is pregnant, alone and jobless, are lovable characters. They fake an engagement and then marry each other to conveniently overcome their terrible situations. It was hilarious, romantic, and emotional all at the same time. Their chemistry is superb, and the way they started to care for each other is sweet. It's a perfect happy ending. Highly recommended. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the eARC.

I recently went on a bit of a NetGalley request surge as so many great-sounding rom-com books were coming out early in 2025. If The Ring Fits is the first of these!

When Adrian and Rowena woke up, they didn’t expect to end the day engaged to a stranger. But Rowena has lost her job after just finding out that she’s pregnant and Adrian lied to his boss that he had a pregnant fiance back home in the hope it would help him get a promotion. The pair agree to fake it but soon fall in love. So will they still want to get divorced at the end of it or not? Or will they decide to be a real family?

I did find this a pretty fast read. Once I started it I was immediately sucked in and I read more in one sitting than I expected, so that’s a pretty good start.

The first half of the book was definitely stronger than the second.

I loved seeing Rowena and Adrian get to know each other. There were some cute scenarios and Adrien was a pretty helpful and kind man. He was a little older, so that could be why, but never once did he treat Rowena badly due to her pregnancy. And as soon as the baby is born he is super helpful, which is lovely to see. That said, sometimes it felt like…maybe he was a little too perfect? I generally like nice guy love interests. But I guess with his career choice, the reason for the marriage and then him just being so nice? I don’t know, it did feel a little fake in a way that pulled me out of the story.

But that wasn’t necessarily a bad thing.

It was very Hallmark-vibes, so I can see why this book will do so well. It was also pretty obvious who the next pairing in this series will be as well and I think that could be a fun book as well.

For me, however, once they were together, I kind of stopped caring? Especially with Adrian helping Rowena with her career by putting a business plan together, helping her get meetings etc. Like, yes, it was nice of him but it did feel a little steam-rolly? I know it was supposed to be kind, but I would have preferred to see her working on her business a little more independently. It would have been this whole plot on its own that could have helped with Rowena’s growth, and yeah.

So overall, it was an okay book. I would read more from Isley and I would say this one is worth picking up if you’re looking for a cute marriage-of-convenience romance.

Loveeeddd it!!!
It was so beautifully written!
It's about Rowena and Adrian, who work in the same building.

It's just funny how everything fitted, if you know, you know.

I do recommend this book, it' s a quick read. I read it in 2 days and couldn't put it down.
At the beginning I was so confused, but when we went back in time, everything made sense.

Was so hopeful for this storyline to be good, but ended up feeling like ChatGPT was the true author.

3.5 stars


The storyline was good and so was the writing. I just had a hard time connecting with the characters. I enjoyed the plot. I like marriage of convenience a lot. This one was well done. If I had connected with the characters more, I would have enjoyed the book more.

One of Isley's best books to date, I enjoyed reading this .marshmallow fluffy romance. I usually hate billionaire romances, but this didn't have any of that cringe. The self reflection thay both characters do grounded this book more in reality. I read the previous book in this series and this one is so much better! I guess Hunter's story is next. This cozy fantasy of new york love story is a great read for cold winter days. 3.5 stars. Thanks to Net Galley and Boldwood Books for this eARC in exchange for my honest review.

Amazing Romance story,

I loved the caracters and the development all over the story,

Just the right kind of HOT HOT.

💍 WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS, FAKE AN ENGAGEMENT

💍 Pick this up if you like/don’t mind:
📌 book series ( this is the second book in the “funny feelings” series but can be read as a stand alone too )
📌 fake dating/ marriage of convenience
📌 slow burn
📌 dual POVs
📌 opposites attract
📌 age gap
📌 witty funny banters/ sexual tension between the characters
📌 one bed troupe
📌 forced proximity
📌 millionaire, workaholic, swoon worthy MMC
📌 HEA

💍 This was my first book by the author and it had everything I needed in a good rom com. It was an emotional rollercoaster ride that will make you smile, laugh, fill your heart with warmth, shed a few tears, feel giddy with happiness and give you butterflies watching the main characters fall in love. Talking about the characters, I loved the chemistry between the two and how they transform themselves through out the story. Personally I prefer books with no spice/closed door romance, so that was another bonus point. And I loved the fact that this book explored themes beyond romance such as post partum depression & prioritising family over career.

💍 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. I loved every second of it. Thanks Netgalley and author for the ARC.

💍 PS: I can’t wait to read more by the author.

It was my first book my Camilla Isley and I appreciate her dedication to STEM rep for FMCs. I'd say she's similar to Ali Hazelwood, but with no spice and less quirky characters.
It was a cute basic love story. Clean and closed doors. Neither character felt particularly deep or fully fleshed but it wasn't a horrible read. The most emotional part was the 1st POV of the FMC suffering from PPD, which I really appreciated. At least until it was quickly accepted and dealt with. It was a bit formulaic with no smut scenes to differentiate it from other similar stories, which I know sounds odd. But I find those to be the defining parts of many stories these days.
I'm at a loss about why one of the reviews referred to both of them as billionaires. They are not. This initial misunderstanding led to a long rant on my part lol but in the end I was so very happy to read about MCs that aren't billionaires. That worked hard for a reason, and he was 'just a millionaire and she as a programmer but still struggled to make ends meet once she lost her job. (No closure about that though, which did leave me a little disappointed)

Thank you to Boldwood Books, NetGalley, and Camilla Isley for this ARC book. This was a roller coaster ride. I was on the edge of my seat as this slow burn romance blossomed. It was quite the ride as Adrian and Rowena randomly met in a bathroom, arranged a fake relationship, and overcame obstacles and insecurities and blossomed into a power couple. This is was a whirlwind romance with just the ending I hoped for. This is a must read if you’re looking for a slow burn whirlwind romance with all the feels.

Romance inversée.

L'alchimie entre Rowena et Adrian est palpable, ils forment un couple crédible et touchant. J'ai beaucoup aimé leur rencontre, que j'ai trouvée amusante et qui sort de l'ordinaire. Cependant, je n'ai pas cru à l'histoire de mariage arrangée, cela semblait trop simple. Et, dans la seconde moitié du livre, on tourne trop autour du pot, il y a un trop grand nombre d'incompréhensions entre eux qui paraissent forcées et sonnent fausses. Cela m'a fait sortir de l'histoire.

Je n'ai pas lu le premier tome de cette série, mais cela ne m'a pas perturbée dans la compréhension de l'histoire. J'ai l'intention de lire la suite qui reprend les personnages de Dylan et Hunter, car malgré tout, c'était une romance agréable.

Merci à Netgalley, à l'autrice et aux éditeurs pour cette lecture.

If the Ring Fits by Camilla Isley
Publishing January, 25 2025 with Boldwood Books

What a way to meet someone. Adrian gave a big lie to his boss and Rowena had two big shocks back to back. What better way to fix two problems but a fake marriage. It starts with a future first then back to the meet-cute and ends with a bonus treat and then preview for the next book.
At times it felt jumpy but in general it was a fun quick day only took two days for me to read.

Rowena’s life is flipped upside down when she receives news of two life changing events. The first is she’s pregnant with her ex’s child. The second is she’s also just been laid off. While this is happening, Adrian also receives life changing news. He is in the running for a promotion he has worked years for. However, he overhears his boss question if he’s the right fit for the job, as Adrian has no work life balance. Desperate to prove his boss wrong, he lies about having a pregnant fiancé to keep himself in the running. What happens next can only be what the author describes as a meet puke since these two literally meet in a bathroom as they’re both vomiting for different reasons. Soon after meeting they both agree to help each other by entering into a fake marriage that is beneficial to both parties.

This was an okay romance read for me. With the exception of the meet puke, nothing else really stood out. I also didn’t realize when I received this book that the FMC was pregnant. I’m not a huge fan of pregnancy romances so maybe that’s why this was also an okay read for me. It is sweet how Adrian falls for Rowena and her child though.

The pacing also just felt all over the place. In some spots, like the beginning, I feel like a lot of time is spent on them getting to know each other, but then by the end it felt like it was a rush to get the third act breakup in. (Also it’s a third act breakup that comes out of nowhere and is easily resolved in 3 short chapters). Also, there could’ve been more shown to us about her postpartum depression instead of it just being told to us a few times over the course of two chapters. I don’t know, the last 8 or so chapters just felt super rushed, with info like the postpartum depression being dumped on us and then quickly moved away from. Then the breakup happens, leaving the reader confused, to be resolved super quick and then be given a HEA.

Overall I just don’t think this one was for me, but others who like cute romances that are also pretty quick reads will enjoy this one.

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

She did it again! This was a book I really enjoyed. The growth between the two of them. The way that this book sort of started at the end, but took us back to the beginning. The friendship vibes. Also seeing some characters from the first book in the series was a bonus! 4 stars

If the Ring Fits by Camilla Isley is an absolute gem! This is book 2 in the Funny Feelings trilogy, and it somehow outshines the first one! From the moment I started, I was engaged. The witty dialogue and heartwarming romance made it impossible to put down.
The chemistry between Rowena and Adrian is palpable, and I loved seeing how their relationship unfolded in such a fun and unexpected way despite their rather unorthodox start. Camilla Isley’s writing is as engaging as expected, with the perfect balance of humor and emotion.
If you enjoyed the first book in this series, you're in for an even better ride with If the Ring Fits. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a delightful, romcom! I couldn't put it down and I can’t wait for Dylan and Hunter to finally pair up!
I would like to thank Netgalley, the publisher and most importantly Camilla Isley for entertaining me with this wonderful read!.

If the Ring Fits was a fantastic read! Although I hadn’t read the first book in the series, the author does a great job of explaining the characters and events, so I never felt lost.

This story follows Rowena and Adrian, two hardworking individuals brought together in the most unexpected way—inside a bathroom, on what might just be Rowena's worst day. Both are in desperate need of a solution to their problems, and they strike up a mutually beneficial marriage of convenience.

Adrian is laser-focused on becoming the next CEO of his company. He’s a no-nonsense, workaholic kind of guy who stops at nothing to achieve his goals. But when his boss suggests that the ideal CEO should be family-oriented, Adrian realizes he has a problem.

Meanwhile, Rowena is reeling from a double blow: losing her job and discovering her scumbag ex has left her with a lifelong consequence. While she’s a skilled coder and no stranger to hard work, she’s at a crossroads. Enter Adrian, whose proposition—six months of marriage to help each other achieve their goals—seems like a lifeline. Their arrangement is simple: Adrian gets the image of stability he needs for the CEO role, and Rowena gets time and support to find her footing again. But as their fake marriage unfolds, it turns into something far more real than either of them anticipated.

One thing I especially loved about the book was its closed-door romance, with an optional spicy scene available at the end for readers who wanted more. This thoughtful detail gave readers the freedom to choose the tone they preferred. The story had me laughing, crying, and even angry—all within the span of just a few pages! I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a heartfelt and entertaining romance.

Thank you, NetGalley for this eARC!

I would like to thank Netgalley and Boldwood Books for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a really enjoyable read. However there was build up to spice that didn’t really happen on page (apart from in the bonus chapter).

What a fun, funny little story - of course how can a fake engagement go wrong? It does sound like a tired old trope, but this was a fun story to read, and I love a FMC in STEM.

I had the best time reading this story! I immediately fell in love with Adrian and Rowena. Adrian is all kinds of goodness - he is a sexy billionaire who discovers there is more to life than just work.

Rowena finally has a chance to get her life together after some major set backs. And Rowena is funny! Isley has given her a personality that includes quick wit and quick back and forth banter Adrian. I laughed at so many times during their conversations.

Isley does a nice job of setting the pace for these two characters to realize they each have things to figure out about their themselves, their lives and each other. Truly, I was lost is this book from the beginning and could not put it down.

Adrian and Rowena start out in a backwards manner but the fun is seeing how they turn it around!