Holly James' books always give me something to think about and make me laugh/cry/emote!! This book was no exception. And the title is perfect!

LOVE!!!!! The plot was amazing and I read it in one sitting. Olivia and Chuck are likable characters. The pacing of the book was perfect and kept me wanting more. I can’t wait to read more by this author!

If you had to live under the same roof as your ex for a million dollars would you do it?

👀😱🥰💞😳😈🥹😍

my answer is absolutely fucking not, but it was cute to read about it 🥰

“please, liv. i’m losing my mind. i’m going to die if i can’t touch you.”
“I think you’re being a little dramatic.”
“maybe, but tell me you don’t feel it too.”

shut up !! shut up !! shut up !!

the tension and chemistry between Olivia and Chuck were to die for!! i’m absolutely obsessed with them!!! the banter, the tension, and pining shesshhhh sign me up!

I would 1000000% recommend this book looking for a fun read that loves watching reality tv ! i was hooked from the beginning and i got the vibes of the movie “ps i love you” opening scene 😭🫶🏻

read if you love:

-reality tv shows/rom coms
-second chance romance
-he falls first
-forced proximity
-fantastic banter


Thank you, Holly James & Netgalley, for giving me the opportunity to receive an ARC for my honest review.

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While I enjoyed the premise of this book and how some scenarios were played out, I found the love between the maim characters to be a bit juvenile. They are both almost 30, but you would never know that from how they acted sometimes, especially Olivia. Like, I get that you have a tragic history with your parents and the trauma of being in the Hollywood spotlight when you want your life to be private, but she honestly reacted very childlishly in some parts. Otherwise, it was a quick, cute, feel-good read, nothing special.

Olivia and Chuck's story is unique, funny and engaging! From the moment we meet them during their very public, viral-video breakup all the way through the ensuing conflicts and character development, their chemistry and internal motivations brought their story to life. The elements of forced proximity, second-chance romance and a really fun game show concept pair well with the unfolding backstories that both Chuck and Olivia have. There were twists and turns that kept me turning the page even when I found myself wondering how I managed not to see what was coming next!

I would have liked to see a little more depth to the game-show portion of the plot, but the ending was enjoyable nonetheless, even though the last portion of the book felt a tad slow. As well developed and emotionally interesting as the characters were, I was hoping for more "show-don't-tell" storytelling, and it fell flat in this area compared to the interesting plot idea and character depth.

This is a 3.5 for me.

(Thank you NetGalley, Penguin Publishing House & Holly James for providing the ARC in exchange for my honest review.)

I really liked this one! I thought the premise was SO unique and fun. I definitely could feel the burn between the characters, and could really feel their emotions with them. The book moved quick, which can be hit or miss for me (when I saw I was 75% done, I had to do a double take), but the plot and characters kept me engaged. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a good romcom or beach read!

A common lament among romance readers is , "If only they would communicate!" What if a couple was locked in a house together and were forced to communicate with each other?

In Name Your Price, Olivia and Chuck have passion; they are either tearing each other's clothes off or tearing each other's heads off. Both know each other really well and share a deep connection. They also fight like it's an Olympic sport. After their latest breakup is videotaped and goes viral, the couple is asked to participate in a reality show. If they can last 30 days in forced proximity, they can win a million dollars. Of course, they will be challenged along the way with different reality show tests. (Just one bed?!)

James keeps the pace moving as Olivia and Chuck rediscover the steady current underlying their relationship and learn how to fight for each other instead of with each other. Both Olivia and Chuck are very likable and sympathetic characters. Both care deeply about family and about doing the right thing.

Thanks to the author and publisher for an advance copy. This is an honest review.

This was a cute, typical romcom book that is great for turning off your brain for a few hours.

Didn’t really believe the love story because all we know about the main couple is they love to fight and apparently just cant get enough of each other physically. Like to the point they literally cant even spend 5 days together as broken up people who say they cant stand each other, without kissing and wanting to sleep with each other. Doesn’t really delve into anything about what they like about each other or why they’re together apart from the physical stuff. The fmc comes off as really mean, and the mmc is really flat with basically no personality. It would have been more interesting to see alternating pov chapters so we could get inside both their heads.

Predictable, but still kind of cute. However without spoiling anything, the plot shift from the “reality game show” midway through the book was weird and unexpected. And a bit unnecessary tbh. Because the premise of exes who cant stand each other get locked in a house in order to win a million bucks could have made an interesting book.

Wow Holly James has crafted such a cute rom-com, and I seriously enjoyed it.
This novel follows Olivia and Chuck and their explosive break up which was captured on camera and went viral. They are now tasked with staying in a house together, while filming a reality tv show (ala Big Brother, but with only two people) with various rules and challenges for ONE MONTH.
💞 Second Chance Romance
🎬 Reality TV Setting
🫨 Just The Right Amount of Tension
🧑🏻‍🦱 Your Newest Book BF Obsession
I really really enjoyed this one. I loved the reality tv setting and really enjoyed the tension and lead up to the romantic moments. I also really liked both Olivia and Chuck, which is rare. I find in too many romances, one MC is difficult to like, but in this case I really liked both of them. There were a few quotes that even made my heart melt. This book would be a GREAT summer/beach read!
Publishes in July 2024, so go pre-order this!
Thank you to Netgalley and Dutton publishers for sending me this amazing ARC!

Absolutely loved everything about this cute book. The characters were so relatable and real. The story line flowed and kept me wanting more. And the romance was the perfect amount of cuteness and chemistry. I devoured this book and cannot wait for it to be out in the world for everyone to enjoy as well!

When Olivia and Chuck's volatile relationship explodes for the final time, the video ends up going viral. In the aftermath, Olivia wants nothing more than to keep her head down and look for a way to pay all of her bills, but when the ex-couple is offered the chance of a lifetime, they'll have to put aside their differences and learn to live with their fame - and each other.

All they have to do is live for one month in the same house. Sounds easy enough. If they can keep it together, they may just make it out in one piece - and one million dollars richer. Can they settle their differences? Or will the forced proximity prove too much to handle?

While the growth of character seemed a little too quick for such a short time and interaction, overall the dynamic and premise worked as a whole. Chuck's character was a little too vain for me to handle at some points, but overall their relationship was easy to settle into.

A great new romance for fans of power couples and second chance romances.

NetGalley ARC -

This was a fun romcom and a very quick read. Loved the back stories and the game show environment. Negative was not sure i was invested enough in the couple.

This book reminds me of another rom com book I read with the reality show plot but at least these characters didn’t have crazy names and we weren’t stuck in Christmas.
I loved those trope and had a lot of fun reading it!
This book was fun, fast, and gave me warm fuzzy feelings! Super fun!!

Such a unique and entertaining read.

I did request to view the ARC of this book solely for the cover and the title so I read this for funsies.

Olivia and Chuck's break up went viral so when they got offered to participate in a reality show, they jumped at the chance because they needed the money. We follow them along as they film the reality show at the same time, battling feelings for one another.

It's really easy to read and fast-paced. Right off the bat, we saw the instant connection and chemistry between the main characters. As a fan of reality trashy shows (lol), I did love the whole premise of the book. It's new imo and both characters are so lovable and relatable, so it's easy to root for them both.

We saw both their growth and how they juggled being in a relationship, breaking up and the process of them moving and living together due to the show.

I love the sprinkle of the games and challenges brought on by the producer of the show and the punishment. Reminded me of Too Hot Too Handle which is my fave reality show.

I love that due to the film, they were literally forced to talk and coexist which made them open up about their struggles and challenges in life and in relationship. In a way, it made them their relationship stronger than ever.

Thank you to Dutton Books, @duttonbooks and Netgalley @Netgalley for this arc. All thoughts are my own.


Olivia thought she was done with Chuck, but when their very public, fiery, breakup is caught on tape and goes viral, they find themselves with a unique proposition in front of them. They can go on a reality tv show, for the chance to win one million each, but the twist is that there is one bed, one bathroom, and no dishwasher, oh and they have to do a bunch of challenges over the course of the month.

Chuck readily agrees, but Olivia only goes along with it because she needs the money to keep her grandma in a nice nursing home. She really wants nothing to do with Chuck.

Can these two learn how to turn their sizzling hot communication style into one that is more worthwhile?


I fell in love with Holly James in The Deja Glitch. That book taught me how much I love time loop romances! I secretly wanted this book to be that book, but just slightly different, however it wasn’t. I was only slightly disappointed because this book was amazing in it’s own right! I’m quickly learning, with the help of this book, how much I enjoy reality tv romcoms! Funnily enough while reading this one on my kindle, I happened to find myself listening to a thriller set on a reality tv show as well! It made for a fun time.

Getting to know Olivia and Chuck was a lot of fun. They were fiery and spicy. I loved how over the course of the book they learned to communicate despite being jammed up for it. I have been in a relationship that reminded me of Olivia and Chuck’s fiery style. It didn’t end up quite as humorous for me as it did them though!

I recommend this one for those looking for a laugh-out-loud rom com. Do be warned that this book is all about the miscommunication trope, but it was pretty hilarious in my opinion and I didn’t get frustrated by it because I was too busy laughing.

Picture a couple so irresistibly drawn to each other that they can barely keep their hands to themselves. Now, imagine them agreeing to spend an entire month together without succumbing to their passionate urges. Meet Olivia Martin, the scandalous offspring of a clandestine affair between Hollywood icons. Raised by her grandmother and burdened with debt, Olivia dreams of becoming a writer. When faced with the daunting task of funding her grandmother's care, she reluctantly accepts an offer from producers who see potential in her viral video spat with her ex-boyfriend, Chuck.

Chuck finds himself ostracized from Hollywood following a heated altercation with a top-tier director. Desperate to salvage his career and finances, Chuck agrees to participate in the TV show concept that reunites him with Olivia. Yet, beneath his surface motivations lies a deeper desire to mend their fractured relationship, particularly in the eyes of his family.

Can these tempestuous individuals resist the pull of their shared history and simmering emotions? With unresolved feelings lingering, the stakes are undeniably high.

I adored this book, awarding it five stars for its electrifying chemistry! I wholeheartedly recommend diving into it without spoilers for the full experience!

What a wonderful read. I was pulled in and rooting for the characters right away. Such a fun light read that I finished so quickly, enjoying it all.

Thank you netgalley for and advanced copy. My opinions are my own.

I absolutely adored this book!! It was so cute and funny and just perfect. I will be recommending it to everyone I know. It is the perfect mix of funny and romantic.The characters were great and honestly, the plot was so enticing!!

Thank you @duttonbooks and @netgalley for the eARC of Name Your Price by @hellohollyjames in exchange for an honest review!

📖📖 Book Review 📖📖 Olivia and Chuck have a spark that has ignited into a wildfire that is beyond their control. Their passion runs a little too hot and their break-up seems pretty permanent. After all, she “wouldn’t get back together for a million dollars.” They soon learn the meaning of putting their money where their mouth is because when a video of their break-up goes viral, they are approached with a reality show that will pay them each a handsome reward to tape their lives together. Name Your Price is a delicious balance of laughs and romance. Holly James writes an absolutely delightful, clever book that might just leave you asking yourself what your price might be in a similar situation.

4.5/⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Review is posted on Goodreads and will be on Instagram ahead of the publication date!

The concept of this book is great. Put two recently broken up fiery personalities in a house together for a chance to win $1M and they cannot touch each other or lose money. The sexual tension is on high right from the start. The challenges were fun. I love that they learned to talk to one another and learn more about each other that lets them move on from their anger for one another. I also loved Chuck"s "grand gesturing". I do wish the MMC had a different name because Chuck just doesn't do it for me lol.

This was a fun, sexy read.

Thank you NetGalley, PENGUIN GROUP Dutton | Dutton and Holly James for access to the ARC in exchange for an honest review.