A review by amberdlewis
The Fiancée Farce by Alexandria Bellefleur

hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The first time I tried to read this book, I simply couldn't get into it. The whole fake dating thing happened way too fast to the point where it didn't feel logical at all. The second time I powered through and while I still think it fell into place a little too quickly, I didn't mind as much. 

I liked Tansy and Gemma and I appreciated the fact they communicated clearly. There were multiple things they could have kept hidden from each other that would have led to blow ups later, but they avoided the drama by actually talking through. I think they worked well together, but I honestly didn't get "love" from their relationship. Appreciation? Sure. Companionship? Yes. Friendship? Definitely. Attraction and lust. Oh yeah. But love? Eh. I wasn't really convinced. Honestly, I felt more invested in Brooks and Lena.

Overall, I did end up enjoying the book. If you like a good fake dating/fake engagement book, this is a great option.