This book surprised me in a good way. 1st person POV isn’t always my favorite but it worked here. I was drawn into Ciara’s world and the chemistry and plot kept me going through the end. At times some things were repetitive and Ciara bordered on immature, but just when Ciara was about to lose credibility, McGeown roped her back in and elevated her character. I liked the complexity of Ciara’s feelings about being a sugar girl while also navigating actually dating someone, and her reasons for joining the business and sticking with it. The book had more depth than I expected given the blurb. I also liked Charlie. There were a couple things that didn’t fully pan out, like why Charlie was painted as a player, but overall she seemed like someone I’d want to know. I also liked the way the author handled the rising tension between the women and the aftermath. It seemed plausible and reasonable considering both characters’ realities and motivations, and more nuanced than some others I’ve read. I liked it!

Short Summary: Ciara is a Sugar Girl/barista struggling to make ends meet when she unexpectedly meets gorgeous, wealthy Charlie. Neither is looking for anything serious but they can’t help that they click. Will they fit in each other’s worlds? Can they trust each other or will their secrets prove insurmountable?

Thanks to Netgalley and Bold Strokes Books. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.

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