Every Sunday we are taking a look at the world of books. I read a lot and always want to share my opinions on what I read, so I thought it would be fun to write reviews. Today we are looking at a rom com about enemies…

The Launch Date (2025)

Annabelle Slator

Synopsis

Grace Hastings is in a rut. Her career is stagnating, her boss is a leech, and she feels like a fraud working for Fate, a dating app whose ethos she no longer believes in. And don’t even get her started on the state of her love life.

So when the company’s CEO offers her an opportunity for a big promotion and the chance to work on the launch of a dating app that she actually cares about, Grace can’t believe her luck.

That is, until she discovers that she must test drive a series of ‘first dates’ with her competition for the job: notorious socialite playboy and Grace’s biggest work rival, Eric Bancroft.

But Grace refuses to give up her dream job because of a man. And besides, how romantic can a handful of fake dates with your biggest rival really be?

There’s absolutely no way it’s an office romance waiting to happen.

– from Waterstones

Positive Points

If you are looking for a predictable rom com that is fun along the way then this is the book for you. It is an easy read and whilst it is the structure you expect it is good for a beach or a holiday read.

Negative Points

Like i said it is predictable and doesn’t follow it’s own rules so you won’t be surprised by the outcome.

Overall Review

I think the book cover is a bit too illustrated and makes you think that you are going into a bit of a boring read. Initially, it can take a while to get into but if you give it a chance you may enjoy it.

Rating : *** 3 Stars

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