In "Fake" by Kylie Scott, Norah, a curvy waitress, finds herself in a fake relationship with movie star Patrick in order to help him change his image. What starts as a business arrangement soon turns into something more as the two characters develop a genuine connection. The story is a blend of humor, heat, and emotion, with well-developed characters and a Cinderella-like storyline that appeals to readers looking for a sweet and light romance read.
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Has Romance?
The romance in 'Fake' is a prominent element, capturing the development of feelings between the characters.
From The Publisher:
The newest romance from New York Times bestselling, Audie Award winning author Kylie Scott!
He walks the red carpet. She's more familiar with vacuuming one.
When a scandal tarnishes the reputation of hot as hell A-lister, Patrick Walsh, he needs a reputation rescue, pronto.
Enter waitress Norah Peers-a nobody who's average with a capital A. She's available, dependable, and has sworn off men for the rest of her natural born life. In other words: the perfect match for a no-strings fake romance.
For the right amount of money, she can avoid waitressing and play the part of his dependable down-to-earth girlfriend. What she can't avoid-dammit-is the growing steam between them.
But being hounded by the paparazzi and having her life dissected on social media is a panic attack in the making. And while Patrick might be a charming rogue on screen, in real life he's a six-foot-two confusing, gorgeous, brooding grump, who keeps her at a distance . . . but also makes her feel like this bond between them might be more than just an act.
Being dumped on cue should be no big deal. Except being fake with Patrick is the realist relationship Norah has ever had. What's a girl to do, but flip the script, and ask for a re-match made in Hollywood?
" Fake kept me up late reading because I could not put this story down. I adored Patrick and Norah, the fun, the banter … all the sweetness. Not to mention the heat! Kylie Scott delivers again!" -Carly Phillips, New York Times bestselling author
"Kylie Scott has been one of my favorite authors for years. Her way with words, and her ability to make me fall in love with men I know I shouldn't but do, anyways has always been the recipe for the perfect read for me. I absolutely loved Fake, and it was easy with brooding alpha Patrick and quirky lovable Norah. The two of them together are a match made in book heaven. I couldn't put this book down once I started and know everyone will feel the same." -Aurora Rose Reynolds, New York Times bestselling author
"Kylie Scott proves once again why she is one of my auto-buy authors. Fake is an absolute delight . . . for every woman who wished her celebrity crush would fall madly in love with her. Fake is romance gold from one of the genre's best!" - Naima Simone, USA Today bestselling author
"Grumpy, megastar hero whose rare smiles bring out all the warm and fuzzies, and the upbeat, every girl heroine he never saw coming." -Ally Blake
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I was drawn to this book because I love the fake dating trope, especially when it involves someone really famous. In this case, Patrick is a renowned actor recently embroiled in a scandal. Knowing this was the central theme of the story really appealed to me. And I wasn't disappointed. While there’s nothing particularly unique that sets this story apart from other similar ones, I had a really good time reading it. Even though I’m writing this review some time after finishing the book and don’t remember many details, I recall the overall impression it left on me.
Kylie Scott’s writing style is very easy to read, which I appreciated. As for the plot, I enjoyed the fake dating theme, especially involving celebrities. I would have liked it even more if Norah were also a well-known personality, but the story of a famous actor and a poor waitress worked quite well. Of course, you need to overlook some inconsistencies at times.
The main characters are decent. While I didn’t always understand Patrick's actions, which seemed inconsistent at times, it didn’t bother me too much. Neither Patrick nor Norah stand out significantly compared to other characters in similar stories, but I didn’t have any major issues liking them. I especially appreciated Patrick’s protectiveness towards Norah, which is evident from the start.
The chemistry between the main characters is undeniable, although I’m not entirely convinced about how quickly they developed such deep feelings for each other. It’s not entirely insta-love, but their relationship progresses quite fast. Nevertheless, they seem to fit well together, though I would have preferred if they had more time to realize this.
One scene that left a strong impression on me was when one of Norah's ex-partner posted compromising photos of her online. It felt very real and heartbreaking, partly because it’s such a true-to-life situation. I also liked Patrick's reaction in this scenario. The final chapters are filled with a good deal of drama, perhaps a bit too much for my taste. The main characters don't completely break up, but there is a sort of separation. However, the issue is resolved relatively quickly, which I appreciated. I also enjoyed Patrick’s best friend and hope the next book will be his story.
Overall, I recommend this book. Those who have read Kylie Scott’s previous works will know what to expect, as this book falls within her typical style. Fans of romances involving famous and wealthy characters with ordinary girls won’t be disappointed. And for those like me who enjoy the fake dating trope, this book offers a well-executed and reasonably justified version of it.
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