Book 11 - The Love Wager by Lynn Painter

Hallie and Jack first meet at Jack’s sister’s wedding. Hallie’s a bartender and Jack’s girlfriend freaks out when she sees Hallie and Jack talking. They reconnect on a dating app and decide to be each other’s wing-people. They make a bet on who will find love first, and you’ll never guess what happens. Ok, there’s nothing overly new or surprising here, but the story was a quick, fun read. Very tropey, with fake dating for a wedding and, gasp, one bed. Their interactions are cute and funny, and they have good chemistry. Very quick read. (7.75)

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