Abi stumbles into Declan's life and becomes the perfect 'opportunity' to become his fake girlfriend for a work-event filled weekend. There's class-difference, extreme inherited (and earned) wealth (him) to barely getting by (her). Of course they are good at the ruse and catch feelings which have to be untangled.
If you/your patron are new to Lynn Painter, I would start them elsewhere. This one just didn't hit for me the way others have. The main characters aren't particularly memorable and there's a lot of attraction but not much depth. The banter isn't as sharp as I have come to expect from Painter, either.
Thanks so much for the ARC and the opportunity to preview!

This was the first adult romance I’ve read by Lynn Painter and although I don’t think any of her books will top “Better than the Movies” for me, I did have an enjoyable time. I enjoyed the subtle (and not so subtle) references to Cinderella, Pride and Prejudice and Taylor Swift. It was exactly what I want out of a rom-com. I had a fun time and I kept wanting to read more. Thank you to NetGalley for an early copy! I’m excited to get this one into our store!

I will read anything that Lynn Painter writes. I love her books that include weddings. They all just feel so magical. She is the best romance writer out there right now!

I am already a fan of this author. There's something to be said for how great this writing is though. This book sucks you right in with it's easy going nature and all and then sweeps you up and you're completely invested in the book and the characters. This book had depth, the characters grew throughout the book, and I didn't expect to be emotional throughout, but this book delivered on all the levels. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a good read!

Huge thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC! Loved it!

When a housecleaner/barista is displaced from her apartment due to an infestation (interesting that she was not able to keep her own home clean enough…), she crashes at one of the posher apartments she’s assigned to, knowing she only cleans when the owner is out of town. When Declan’s parents unexpectedly show up, she introduces herself as his girlfriend. Mystified, Declan tracks the squatter down. Their sparring is not off-putting enough to suggest she allow him to hire her as his fake girlfriend for some upcoming familial and business obligations. Abi, an aspiring writer and desperate grad student, decides all of this can be fodder for the romance novel she’s penning, and uses Declan as the template for an unlikeable protagonist–before she discovers the billionare philanthropist is very generous with his wealth; his discovery of her hurtful character analysis is the excuse for a convincing third-act breakup.

This fish out of water story with shades of Pretty Woman, Robin Hood, Cinderella, and Maid in Manhattan explores the gap between the haves and the have nots and the ethics of generational wealth. Painter portrays Abi as a character with severe asthma and allergies (so it’s interesting she choose a career working with dust and chemicals…). As a she While Declan and Abi speak more kindly to one another than in previous novels by this author, which is a profound relief, I did not find them particularly endearing or relatable. The pacing was a bit slow, making this a bit of a slow burn; the swoony intimacy is out in the open.

Fans of fake dating, dual point of view, low stakes, rich man rescues working class girl will enjoy Maid for Each Other. I like books I can savor as I’m tearing through them, and Painter’s work are more like Harlequin bon-bons: sweet,, a quick yummy bite, easily digestable, and then sort of forgetable. They tend to be quick reads, even when the pace is dragging and the plot and character development are not well-executed. The dialogue and descriptive writing is good, but when I was searching for a particular word and then did a little digging, she tends to use the same words over and over, and if I’d been editing, would have given the note “vary your vocabulary.”

I received a free advance reader’s review copy of #MaidForEachOther via #NetGalley courtesy of Berkley in exchange for a fair and honest review. A review will post to HLBB in July 2025.

“You’re cute when you’re serious.” And I dropped a kiss on the tip of his nose.”

Oh, Lynn. Lynn, Lynn, Lynn. You have bewitched me. I love all your books. Yes, ma’am, May I have another?

✨THINGS AND STUFF✨
-dual pov
-a pretty woman situation aka fake dating
-making a deal
-he’s a billionaire
-a butterflying my caterpillar moment (it’s a makeover)
-pals with zero romantic interest
-the hotel room with only one bed
-oh no, you’re wounded!
-inhalers & EpiPens
-surprise peck attack 💋
-#IsThisAKissingBook open door, non explicit.

4🌟 this book was SO CUTE! one word - bingeable. I had the honor of reading an ARC of this book, and I just love lynn painter’s writing so much! fake dating always gets me when it’s done right, and lynn did it right!!! the banter between the main characters was so fun, and the ambiance created, filled with wealthy businessmen and fancy cars, food, and jewelry, made for such a silly and fun plot. would recommend this book to anyone looking for a fun, cheesy, light romcom ❤️

Ok this is adorable!!! I was hooked right from the beginning. I could not put it down. I loved Abi. She was so spunky. And Declan was a pretty perfect book boyfriend. I loved the millionaire boyfriend but of course he was also super generous. Big fan!

I don't think I'll ever read a billionaire romance again if that's what they all look like. It was slow, sometimes frustrating to read.

Abi was an insufferable character—she lacked development and was very judgmental. She mocked Declan throughout the entire book for not caring about money (because he has it) without considering the hard work he’s done in his career to achieve it (granted, he does come from money, so it was easier for him). Only when she found out he runs a charity did she have an epiphany and apologize for being judgmental. She was just an awful person.

And why was he so hell-bent on keeping his charity work a secret, not wanting his grandma to know for fear of being disowned? Even though he raved about how good she was and how she "started from the bottom, but now she's here!"

In the end, they stayed together, as we knew they would. But alas, the journey leading up to it was not as exciting as I would have hoped. We never found out how his family and employer reacted when they learned her true identity. Did they keep up the charade for the rest of their lives? How did she become a professor so quickly?

I need a second part to hear Roman's story. Out of all the characters, I liked him the best.

Read Happily Never After by Lynn Painter, now that is a good Romance.

This book was everything I could want in a romantic comedy! The tension, the banter, and the chemistry were top-tier! This has easily become my new favorite Lynn Painter book and I won't stop shoving it down everyone's throats.

Swooon! Thank you Lynn Painter for giving us two adorable characters that captured the fake dating, grumpy/sunshine with a little Pretty Woman vibe (even the red hair!).

Loved the vibes and chemistry between our two MCs and how smitten grumpy became so quickly.

Would love to see a book about our meddling best friend and business partner!

Lynn Painter is one of my favorite authors so I had high hopes for this new rom-com and it did not disappoint!!

Her writing is so descriptive I literally felt like I was watching a movie play out in my head! I loved every minute of it!

Abi Marino in a hardworking student juggling two jobs, one of which is as a house cleaner. Life isn’t exactly easy for Abi, especially compared to Declan Powell’s luxurious, carefree life where money is no object. When Abi faces maintenance issues in her apartment, she decides to spend the night in an empty unit she’s supposed to be cleaning. But things take an unexpected turn when she wakes up to an uninvited surprise-Declan’s parents!

After discovering her “little escapade,” Declan initially threatens to have her fired. But soon, he comes up with an alternative: she’ll pose as his fake girlfriend to help him and In exchange, all will be forgiven.

Their chemistry was SO good, you'll be kicking your feet and rooting for them the whole way through!

Enemies to lovers, fake dating, banter, tension and a happily ever after - this story literally has it all! This is the kind of feel good read everyone should pick up! Perfect to get you out of a slump!

Lynn Painter's writing style is SO good! You will be hooked within the first few pages - I couldn't put this one down and ended up reading it in a day!

Perfect read for fans of the movie Pretty Women and Maid in Manhattan!

Thank you Netgalley and Berkley Romance for this eARC!

SO CUTE! another hit from Lynn Painter.

It's almost unfair of me because I am always going to give a Lynn Painter book 5 stars but I assure you, she deserves it every time and this book is no exception. I twist on the classic tale of Cinderella, this book is stuffed full of witty banter, smitten (and very rich) men, a relatable female main character that has you rooting for he the whole time. LOVED IT!

The Accidental Girlfriend is a delightful, trope-filled romance that delivers humor, chemistry, and just the right amount of chaos. If you love fake dating, forced proximity, and opposites-attract dynamics, this book is a must-read!

Abi Mariano is a hardworking cleaner and part-time student who suddenly finds herself in need of temporary housing. With few options, she takes a risk—staying in the empty penthouse she cleans while the owner is out of town. Everything is going smoothly until she’s caught in the kitchen by two unexpected guests: her employer’s parents, who mistakenly believe she’s their son’s girlfriend.

Declan Powell is a career-focused executive who has no time for relationships—so much so that he once invented a fake girlfriend to keep his family off his back. When he learns that his parents have met his supposed girlfriend (who is actually his maid), he sees an opportunity. If Abi agrees to play the role, he’ll make sure she’s taken care of for the duration of their arrangement. It’s strictly business… until their undeniable attraction starts making things a little too real.

This book is full of witty banter, sizzling tension, and heartwarming moments as Abi and Declan navigate their unexpected situation. The charming execution and strong character dynamics make for an entertaining read. If you love rom-coms with fake dating and a dash of chaos, The Accidental Girlfriend will leave you grinning! I loved this book so much and cant wait to buy it !

I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Lynn Painter is an auto buy authors; both teen/YA and adult. I was really excited to read this one because the premise sounded delightful. It did not disappoint! I love a good dual point of view story- I like getting to hear the perspectives of the MCs. Abi and Declan are such a delightful pair- their chemistry and banter was so great. I also really liked how their friendship and respect for each other grew and developed. Their meet-cute was hilarious. The supporting characters were a hoot, especially Dex’s parents and Roman. This is the kind of book that I wish I could read for the first time again. Highly recommend!

Another fun romance, Lynn Painter’s Maid for Each Other is a mix of a Cinderella retelling with a fun Robin Hood plot twist! Filled with unforgettably laugh out loud moments (I’m already laughing recalling how Abi tells Declan’s parents and co-workers how they met) and genuinely sweet ones too, romance readers will gobble this one up.

Highly recommended, especially if you enjoy fake-dating, grumpy + sunshine, and Painter’s trademark humor!

Pre-order this one, book friends.

Cute. Quick read from Lynn Painter that was teased at the end of her last book. I didn’t love this one like I did some of her other books, felt like the writing was rushed, and the storyline had holes in it. Nevertheless it was a fun read and I’ll continue to pick up anything Painter writes.

📖 ARC REVIEW 📖

Thank you @prhinternational @berkleypub and @berkleyromance for an early copy of Maid for Each Other by @lynnpainterbooks. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. 🤍

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Release date: July 15th, 2025

Blurb: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/220155637-maid-for-each-other?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=6SfwVDsbmf&rank=1

🛑Read on with caution; review may contain spoilers🛑

Maid for Each Other is a fake-dating romance between working class woman Abi and rich guy/philanthropist Declan. Being a workaholic, Declan has no time to date, and just to have his parents’ concerns over his lack of a dating life go away, he lies about having a girlfriend named Abby. Meanwhile, Abi, a house cleaner who occasionally cleans Declan’s apartment every time he’s out of town, crashes into his apartment while hers is being fumigated. She was planning on sleeping in his apartment incognito, but she gets caught and winds up pretending to be Declan’s girlfriend, Abi come to life.

As always, Lynn Painter is the queen of flirty banter! Declan and Abi’s conversations were hilarious, and their chemistry really shone through. Abi was so very charming, especially with Declan’s family and colleagues, that they really bought into her acting as his fake girlfriend.

Maid for Each Other was a fun and light romance. There’s really not much drama, which was refreshing. I would definitely recommend picking this up when it releases in July for your Lynn Painter romance fix! 😍

Thank you so much Lynn Painter , Netgalley and Berkley Publishing for the opportunity to receive this arc in exchange for my honest opinion .

This was my first Lynn Painter book and I enjoyed it a lot . Abi is a professional cleaner and was found using the clients apartment for sleeping and baking . Declan threatened her job but realized she could benefit him by being his fake gf .

I loved how their relationship developed and how loved Abi was by Declans family . It was super cute and can't wait to read more of Lynn Painters writing !

Oh my gosh, the chemistry, the banter, grumpy x sunshine, billionaire x maid... so delightful. I have read most of Lynn Painter's books, usually preferring her YA but this was so good. It was funny and charming; the drama wasn't too intense which was nice. I do wish it was a bit longer, but still very good. Also loved the couple Psych references

Thank you to NetGalley and Berkley Publishing Group.