Rating: 4 out of 5.

Andie and Kit dated but broke up and Kit moved out of town. He’s now back in Atlanta to care for his ailing mother. Andie and Kit both sign up for a reality show, each for their own reasons. The premise is that they marry a stranger sight unseen and if they divorce they get $100,000. But you know it can’t be that easy, right? Of course not. Who does Andie get paired with? Wait for it. Kit! (shocker, I know)

I loved Andie and admired her ambition and drive to take her business to the next level. She doesn’t want or like to ask for help, thinking that she needs to do everything on her own. I can relate, because I’m the same way. But, she learns that asking for help doesn’t make her less than. It took me longer to warm up to Kit. He was a bit too reserved and although he claimed to have strong feelings for Andie, did little to actually articulate this or tell her for a long time.

Miscommunication plays a central role in this book but it’s my least favorite trope. I often find myself screaming at the book saying “Just talk to each other for goodness sake!!” It drives me nuts. But, not everyone will feel the same way and you should judge that for yourself. I liked the premise of the book, and when Andie and Kit finally let their guards down, I liked their relationship.

The reality show backdrop is a fun addition to the story and pushes it forward as the couple’s challenges and counseling inch them closer to each other and helps break down walls. This moves a bit to slow for me, but that’s just a personal preference. It probably won’t bother other people.

I received a complimentary e-copy of this book from Kate Rock Book Tours and Alcove Press. All opinions are my own.