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.

A sweet, cozy romance that is one of Painter’s sweetest stories. Easy, quick read that I couldn’t put down.

lynn painter never fails to amaze me with her stories and characters, and i love the fact that i can always count on her for that. this book is a gem and one of her best works, i'm truly obsessed.

Lynn hooked me from the get go, as I went on the fabulous ride with these two characters. A Sweet Romance , filled with Painters signature humour makes this a must read for all Romance fans.

This story was pretty cute. Declan makes up a fake girlfriend named Abby. The woman, Abi, that cleans his apartment decides to squat there while he’s away because her place is being fumigated. His parents crash at his apartment, meet Abi and believe they’ve met Declan’s girlfriend. Fake dating ensues. I enjoyed that Declan and Abi both had pretty negative first impressions of each other and throughout have to work through their own preconceived notions of each other.
It was a light, fun read. Their connection was believable and sweet. They each have a really good friend in their corner, which I love in a story.
3.5 stars, rounded up.

Loved this book, I absolutely was so in to this book. I really enjoyed the fake dating aspect of this book. you get all the swoony and enemies to lovers you can get.

Such a fun (and less grungy) version of Pretty Woman--this is my opinion, I'm not sure if it's actually inspired by Pretty Woman. Abi is a lovable student and multi-job working girl who stumbles into a fake dating situation with a hot billionaire. Yes, please! Declan is so genuine for a wealthy person--it's refreshing. They are certainly attracted to each other but they nurture their friendship before anything physical and it's so sweet. The miscommunication was irritating but resolved quickly. The banter wasn't as good as The Love Wager but I smiled often. The term "little shit" will never not be funny. Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC

Thank you Berkley for the advanced copy of Maid for Each Other by Lynn Painter.

This was a solid romance with interesting characters that had unmatched chemistry! I love Lynn Painter and had no doubt in her skills to write a great adult romance. She did not disappoint!

Declan and Abi are characters you can’t help but fall in love with! I didn’t want to put this book down!

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 !

This was my first Lynn Painter book and it certainly did not disappoint. I love the fake dating trope and it was done so well in this. The characters were wonderful. I loved the banter between everyone not only the main characters. It was crazy and outrageous but so good!!! I found myself laughing and snorting in public while reading this! I was hooked within the first few chapters. I can't wait to read more by this author!

If you love Cinderella stories, vibes like Maid in Manhattan, Pretty Woman, forced proximity, and witty banter, this one will have you kicking your feet and speed reading to find out what happens! I flew through this one, and like every Lynn Painter book, I absolutely adored it. 10/10 knocked it out of the park with this one!

She’s a maid and he’s a millionaire - and he needs a girlfriend stat. Declan has been telling his closest friends and family that he has a girlfriend but she’s conveniently never come around. When he meets Abi, he asks her to stand in for his longtime fake girlfriend and as you might expect, things get complicated.

I am a Lynn Painter newbie and this is my first. I enjoyed the story - it truly read like a 90s/00s romcom - complete with a millionaire and a sassy female lead. Although the chemistry between the two could be better/brighter, I felt like the banter itself was super clever. Declan rubs against his family’s wealthy confines and Abi is struggling with multiple jobs and little income, and while this seems like a standard trope, Painter does explore it thoughtfully. I think this book is a lovely escape, and I am definitely going to read more Lynn Painter.

4.5 ⭐, .5🌶️- What a cute rom com read! I really enjoyed reading this ARC. I was hooked within the first few chapters. I loved the plot. It's so cute that she is his maid and he's a billionaire, but they have never met. I love the Cinderella Vibes it gave without it being too cheesy. I just was so excited to dive into this romance novel. Lynn Painter was able to give all the emotions that a person would have when they are in a fake dating relationship. I just really enjoyed this book so much and how each MC was really able to give their side of the story. I'm not the biggest fan of the miscommunication trope but was thankful that even though there was a touch of it in the story, it didn't pull me away from finishing the story.


Favorite Quote:
“I’m fairly certain no amount of money could tame your brat factor so i appreciate the effort.”


Tropes: Forced Proximity, Fake Dating, Billionaire


Thank you NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review!

I really enjoyed this book! I've yet to read a book by Lynn Painter that I don't like! I loved the fake dating aspect of this book and although third act break ups aren't my favourite, she did it in a way that worked with the story line and made me fall in love with the characters even more.

In a hilarious catastrophe of events, Abi the maid has found herself in a predicament: either pose as mega-wealthy business-bro Declan’s girlfriend ‘Abby’ for the weekend at his companies retreat, or Declan will turn her into the police for crashing in his apartment. Seems obvious, right?

Except Abi is the stark opposite from Declan in every sense. Abi has worked her whole life to earn her MFA, taking on multiple part time jobs and crappy apartments to afford the minimum on her tuition loans. Her single mom is flaky and boy-crazy, and her idea of good furniture is the cheapest option from IKEA. Declan, on the other hand, is a Harvard finance-bro and heir to his family’s high-end furniture store fortune. Recently appointed VP of the company that bought his family’s chain, Declan needs to prove himself as a reliable family man, and has done so under the guise of a fake girlfriend, Abby. So when his night maid, Abi, accidentally is caught sleeping over by his parents, everything falls into place for a classic fake-dating scheme.

In a princess and the pauper, fake-dating, forced proximity, enemies to lovers trope filled romcom, Lynn Painter once again succeeds in serving up a hilarious and steamy tale that will have you kicking your feet and squealing. Abi is a sassy and lovable female lead with an ambition for writing and a mistrust of the overly wealthy, while Declan is the classic stoic, overly protective man with a hidden heart of gold. What more could you ask for?

Fans of Emily Henry, Abby Jimenez, Christina Lauren, Ali Hazelwood, and Ashley Poston will love!

4.75 ⭐️

first and foremost i need to thank netgalley & the publisher for gifting me an arc of this book. i adore lynn painter & am so thankful to get the opportunity to read this early.

i truly adored this story. i was immediately so sucked in and didn't want to stop reading. the characters were so loveable, had such strong chemistry, and the best banter. if we loved "better than the movies", you will not be disappointed with this one.

i love a good fake dating romance, but the "rich x poor" trope was something i had yet to dabble into. i wouldn't say that i'd pick up a book just because of the trope, but it worked well here. this was super fast paced and super fun. i was in a terrible book slump going into this, and it totally pulled me out.

my only complaint was the lack of depth in the side characters (i feel like the whole "we go weeks without talking but she's my best friend" is just an excuse to not flesh out the character) and the fact that it wasn't mentioned whether they tell dexes family that their relationship was fake to begin with.

most definitely go preorder this!

This was so silly and fun! Lynn Painter is the queen of crazy meet cutes. Fake dating is my favorite trope so I really enjoyed their dynamic. I love a humble billionaire too. I did find the 3rd act breakup or the reason they weren’t together a bit unbelievable but I still enjoyed the drama and watching them reconcile.

Lynn Painter has done it again! Maid for Each Other is a fantastic fake-dating romantic comedy that hooked me from page one. I knew right away this would be a hit, and by the halfway mark, I was already wishing it would never end. Painter’s signature wit, addictive storytelling, and irresistibly endearing characters make this novel an absolute must-read. It's pretty common for me to have a few chuckles while reading a rom-com but on numerous occasions, I was hysterically laughing throughout this book!

One of my favorite things about her writing is how effortlessly it plays out like a movie in my mind—I could practically see every scene unfold, and yes, I’ve mentally cast all the characters lol! If you’re looking for a swoon-worthy, feel-good romance that will sweep you off your feet, Maid for Each Other is an easy five-star must-read. Don’t miss this gem!

Maid for Each Other was a cute romance read!

In this book, Abi, a house cleaner and aspiring writer, is thrown into a fake relationship with Declan Powell, one of her millionaire clients. This rom-com seemed like a mix of Pretty Woman and Maid in Manhattan. The characters were funny and entertaining, although Declan was a bit standoffish and serious at first. But as he got to open up and spend more time with Abi, he became more likable. I admired Abi's hardworking nature and passion for writing. It was especially fun to read about all of their adventures and travels during their fake relationship.

If you enjoy reading enemies-to-lovers fake dating romance books, then Maid for Each Other is for you!
Thank you to NetGalley and Berkley Publishing Group for this ARC.

If you're into kicking your feet and giggling, this one is for you.
Grumpy/Sunshine, He Falls First, Fake Dating. 5 Star Rom-Com for meeeee!

As a professional cleaner, Abi Mariano never thought her apartment would have any sort of infestation, but because of a building-wide outbreak, she now needs somewhere to stay for a week. As a part-time student with two jobs, she doesn’t have many options. Then the solution presents itself: the owner of the penthouse she cleans is out of town for the week. She normally wouldn’t consider it, but he’s literally never around (she’s never even met him). It goes great…until she comes out of the bedroom one morning to find two strangers in the kitchen. They’re the parents of the penthouse owner and they seem to think they’ve heard all about Abi—not as their son’s maid, but as his girlfriend.
Declan Powell has always put his career first, working his way up to executive vice president at Hathaway Holdings, but he still has his eyes set on the next level. When his parents mention they met his girlfriend Abi, he all but chokes on his escargot. As great as it sounds that she was just darling, he doesn’t actually have a girlfriend—he made her up to get everyone off his back. When Dex finds out who Abi really is, he makes her a proposition: pretend to date him, and he’ll provide everything she needs during their little arrangement. What harm would it do? It’s purely business, no pleasure…right?

Thanks to NetGalley & Penguin Publishing Group for the ARC of this book!

Maid for Each Other
by Lynn Painter
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Publication date: 07/15/2025