Love, Unscripted is a story that will take you on a journey, that takes you to a small community, the glamour of Hollywood, a movie set, a family owned restaurant, the paparazzi, and friends determined to help you go through the things you have to go through. I loved reading the book and seeing how it all could blend together, and bring them all to where they are now.
I received an ARC from Thomas Nelson through NetGalley.

I received an advanced reader’s copy through Netgalley, although the opinions are my own.
A very good friend of mine introduced me to Denise Hunter’s books for Christmas last year. I love the sweet little stories, a pallet cleanser if you will. I got to meet her at a book signing and found her to be a lovely person- and I could be easily persuaded to read any of her work.
I personally, like the stand alone novels- because I can read it and enjoy it and move onto the next heavier read. And I really like the stories about writers- or bookstore owners 😊 This one was no different- I loved how she crafted the hero she needed when she wrote the original book and then how he was eventually fleshed out. I cried when he’s on the press circuit, and then at the movie premier. I loved this one!

Denise has done it again! A beautiful story of learning to trust, forgiveness, and love in a small town setting. I loved it and I think fans of Denise Hunter will love it as well!

Hollywood comes to North Carolina when Chloe Anderson's novel is made into a movie. Chloe is not happy with the actor chosen to be the lead character; Hollywood's heartthrob and playboy, Liam Hamilton. She will do whatever it takes to ensure Liam performs his part to perfection - including faking a relationship with him. Love Unscripted is a delightful book about small-town life, friendship, and a bit of romance. Denise Hunter has once again given us an excellent reason to forgo all housework and curl up to read a good book. Thanks to the author, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Thomas Nelson, and NetGalley. I received a complimentary copy of this ebook. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

Chloe is an author whose dreams are coming true- her book is being turned into a movie! And it will be filmed in her small, quaint town: Stillwater Bay in coastal North Carolina. Chloe is over the moon excited but when she hears who is playing the main male character, her heart is dismayed. It’s Hollywood’s ultimate playboy, Liam Hamilton. Liam goes against everything Chloe has pictured for the movie and she doesn’t want his reputation tainting her big hopes and dreams. She holds nothing back letting her producer know she does not like this match but oops, the call is on speaker phone as Liam is listening in.

Meanwhile, Liam’s agent is putting together a brilliant PR plan to ensure Liam’s image is seen in a more favorable light. There’s only one catch: it involves Chloe fake dating Liam the entire filming of the movie. Chloe with her wholesome persona will give Liam a brand new public profile… Chloe and Liam have had a rocky start already, can they really pull off a fake relationship, too?

I loved this clever, light-hearted plot! Denise Hunter skillfully weaves together hilarious situations and unexpected twists that had me laughing out loud. From the disastrous first speaker phone call to their awkward first face to face meeting, every chapter was brimming with delightful surprises.

Both Chloe and Liam have the best chemistry together, Chloe is skeptical and has some abandonment issues that she takes out on Liam but he is kind and respectful of Chloe, debunking all the gossip she’s ever heard in the news… it’s a sweet love story at its very core featuring the power of trust and forgiveness.

This is the perfect book to get lost in, bring on vacation or just snuggle in with on a cold winters afternoon. Small town vibes meets Hollywood motion pictures in this feel good romantic comedy that will leave you with that warm and fuzzy feeling!

Love, Unscripted releases 3.12.24

Special thanks to @deniseahunter ,@netgalley, and @harpercollinschristian @thomasnelson for this electronic advanced readers copy!

Content: closed door, no language

Thank you Net Galley for the complimentary kindle edition of Love, Unscripted by Denise Hunter. This review is 100% my personal opinion and will contain spoilers of the title mentioned.

This title is set in a small-town where everyone knows everyone and you can garner the feeling throughout the novel. Chloe published her first book and it was being turned into a movie. She had high hopes for the movie and its success, but she had no idea how things were going to go with Hollywood star, Liam Hamilton. He rolls into town to play her idea of what a boyfriend should be in Ledger and she is none to happy about the star as he has quite the past of his own.

Chloe comes to know Liam and realizes the media does not portray him as Liam, but as some Hollywood star moving from one girl to the next. But Chloe has a secret she has never told anyone, except Liam and it is exploited for the tabloids to print. Broken-hearted she doesn't know why Liam would divulge this secret for the world to read, but then she finds out it was her bestie who owns up to the mistake.

After filming is completed, Liam takes the first flight out of this small town and heads back to L.A. Both are crushed from his departure, but neither were willing to swallow their pride and talk through the tiff they had. Chloe did the unthinkable and blocked his number.

I absolutely loved this title. Regardless of the ending, the characters were well developed and loveable. Instantly, I could tell Chloe was going to be a fun character and I could not wait to see the blooming romance between her and Liam, but it didn't go how I expected which is what I loved about it. A secret arrangement to date for publicity purposes and to boost their image was a great idea, until love happened and then the tabloids learned of their scandal. This kept Chloe tucked away at home while Liam darted off after filming was wrapped up.

Denise does a great job of having numerous characters, but really honing in on this pair of Chloe and Liam which I enjoyed. Sometimes too many characters just turns me away from a book because it is too many to keep track of, but when they focus the budding romance on just one couple it makes the story richer. Also, the storyline flows really well, it does have any time swaps which is also complimentary to this novel.

Great read!

Love, unscripted is a lovely story about a small town girl and a famous actor. Chloe has written a book and it’s so good that it’s turned into a movie. And Liam has the lead role. To boost his career and her book and the movie, they decide to enter into a fake relationship. Both Chloe and Liam find it hard to open up to somebody; Chloe after what her father did and Liam because he’s famous and many people try and take advantage of him. But soon the line between fake and real gets blurred, but they both also have trust issues they need to face. Laying feelings on the line was terrifying for both of them, but the reward could be priceless…
The story is a bit predictable, as are the secondary characters, but it is a sweet read about love, trust, childhood trauma, forgiveness, being vulnerable and facing your fears. It’s a clean story which I highly appreciate. I can honestly recommend this book and I hope you’ll enjoy it like I did.
I received and reviewed an advanced copy of this book and I am grateful for this opportunity. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Does the perfect man exist? After Chloe Anderson's heart is broken from a wayward fiancé, she decides to write a novel with a main character who has all the qualities she dreams about. And it is a best-seller! When she is offered a movie contract, she can hardly believe it - then her worst nightmare occurs. The leading man is one whose character has tanked and is the last person she would pick for her movie. Liam Hamiliton is looking for redemption - in his career and personal life. But having to work with someone who is adamantly opposed to him is not what he signed up for. The PR team for the movie decides a fake relationship is just the thing to boost Liam's ratings, help Chloe's social media accounts and should be a win-win for everyone, but will it? Follow this rom com from LA to NC and find out what happens when healing takes place in the most unlikely places.

I received a complimentary copy of this novel from the publisher through NetGalley and all opinions expressed are solely my own.

I’m a sucker for books about authors, bookstores, and of course romance, so I was immediately “all in” when I heard about Denise Hunter’s new contemporary romance, Love, Unscripted. This was the second one of her books I’ve read — I also highly recommend her other wonderful book, A Novel Proposal—yes, another great read where one of the main characters is a romance author!

Set in a small seaside town in North Carolina (beautifully described), the story features local girl Chloe, who, besides working in the family’s restaurant (along with her brother), has also written a best-selling romance novel that is being made into a movie. The male character in her book is the man of her dreams, and she’s very protective about how he will be portrayed. Enter Liam, the star who has a PR problem because of his reputation (whether or not deserved) for being a bit of a cad when it comes to dating. Chloe is determined that her main character be portrayed as she wrote him, and Liam needs some good press, so they decide to work together for each other’s best interest. Yes, you can see where this is going, and I loved going along on the journey!

I found both main characters, and many of the secondary characters, to be well-developed, multi-dimensional and very likeable. This isn’t just about the couple, but about family dynamics, both past and present. Including those moments (backstory and current relationships) really helped to understand how the two main characters were shaped by those dynamics and events, and made me like them even more. I also love books about restaurants and food, so I would have liked to have read more about Chloe's life at the family restaurant. The dialogue and banter were realistic, often humorous, and shows Ms. Hunter’s quick wit. A truly enjoyable book!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley and Thomas Nelson Publishing. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

I really loved the ideas that were intertwined within this book. It felt as if it was a rom com from the very beginning. The characters were easy to follow, and the plot was perfect. Who doesn't love a book about books and movies? I will be trying more of Denise Hunter's books for sure. 📚

Love, Unscripted by Denise Hunter is a beautifully written romantic story. Chloe knows something about heart break. Rather than wallow in this, she pens an epic story that is being made into a movie. I do love the behind the scenes look at how a book is turned into the big screen. I literally laughed out loud when she found out about Liam being the leading man. That was one of the best scenes ever written. Or maybe the bikini scene? It’s hard to say. There are so many painfully laugh out loud scenes in this book. True to Hunter form though, there are also deeply emotional experiences with a perfect balance of curl your toes romance. I enjoyed the transformation of both characters and the journey they took to get there. Be prepared, once you pick up this book, you will not want to put it down. I highly recommend!

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via NetGalley and all opinions expressed are solely my own, freely given.

A tepid 3 stars. I've read other books by Denise Hunter and enjoyed them, but this one was very cliche'. Fake dating a celebrity? Check. Misunderstanding at 75%? Check. The writing was decent, but the story just felt very unoriginal. She's better than this. Especially with the fake dating trope. That is very overdone these days.

What do you do when your dream comes true but all the details aren't necessarily what you had envisioned? Denise Hunter's latest book features Chloe, a great daughter, supportive sister and writer. Her first book has been published, resonated with readers and is headed for the big screen. What possibly could hamper this for her? One name: Liam Hamilton, that's what or rather who. He's the actor set to play the lead male character and he's so not the guy for the job.
And so readers get an amusing and engaging story as Hunter unfolds the drama of the situation and how her characters compromise and work together to get the movie to the big screen on time.
Along the way there's falling in love, happy family moments, questions, doubts, realizations and love. Readers will love the setting and get caught up in the characters, rooting for things to work out. Definitely worth the read.
I received an ARC through NetGalley. The opinions are mine and freely given.

I felt that this book was not an original story, very clunky to read and hard to finish.
While I enjoyed the comic relief from the main characters sibling and friend, sadly this book was not for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy.

I’ve always loved Denise Hunter’s books. But I thought I knew where this one was headed and that I probably wouldn't love it as much as others. Well, let me tell you – I was wrong!!! It’s not that I didn't know where it was going as much as all that happened between the beginning and the end.
I loved the book and the feels it evoked. I loved learning all about filming a movie and all the many things that went into filming on location. I loved knowing that Denise has had some books turned into movies that that she knew a lot of what she was talking about from first hand experience.
I loved that Chloe was big into being honest above all with Liam. And Liam let Chloe see his real self.
This was a fun book to read. I certainly recommend it!
Thank you to Net Galley for allowing me to read this book. The opinions are entirely my own.

I enjoy Denise Hunter's books and this one did not disappoint, and we are with an author, who's book is being made into a movie.

Author Chloe Anderson's book has been chosen, and she is a little upset about whom was chosen to play the hero of her book, and Liam Hamilton is not what she wants.

This is a story of sweet romance, past broken families, and some sibling problems.

Can opposites attract? Well, maybe they really have more in common that they think?

When a betrayal appears, will these two pretend friends be able to repair the damage? Answers come, and thus the page turner!

I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Thomas Nelson, and was not required to give a positive review.

When a movie adaptation is planned for Chloe Anderson's debut novel she can't believe her good fortune. Until, that is, she learns of the actor cast as leading man. He's THE Hollywood bad boy and it's up to her to help clean up his PR issues. She'll have to pretend to be his new love interest. What could go wrong?
Readers who love a fake relationship trope will want to grab a copy.. It's an easy, predictable read which is sometimes the perfect read.
3.5 stars rounded up.

I’ve loved every Denise Hunter book that I’ve read, and when I finish one, I always decide that that one is my favorite. Now Love, Unscripted is my favorite! I adored it! I don’t know about you, but I’ve had plenty of celebrity crushes. My first celebrity crush was Donny Osmond. I was five. Yes, five. Needless to say, Love, Unscripted’s heroine Chloe is living my best life. Though she didn’t have a crush on the star cast as the hero of her novel…

Love, Unscripted is just so charming and gave me all the feelings! Chloe wrote the hero in her book with the characteristics of her perfect man…as if one man could fit her mold. I think we can agree that the best heroes are flawed because that makes them real! Hunter’s characters are so well-written with lots of depth, plenty of good characteristics, and yes, definitely flaws. I could go on and on about how swoon-worthy Liam is, but you’ve got to trust me here and read it!

I just cannot say enough good stuff about this completely captivating novel! It will have you cracking up, and it will have you crying. I realize it’s early in the year, but this is going on my best novels of 2024 list! It will be hard to beat this sweet, clean, small town romance book. I highly, most ardently recommend Love, Unscripted!

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

I like the fake relationship genre, so I enjoyed this read. It was a very slow burn romance - another of my favorite reads. Seeing Liam and Chloe navigate their relationship was interesting, felt realistic and had a few twists.

The story was predictable in the best way. The twists were unique. It was great to watch them react to the unexpected things that happened.

I have read a few of Denise Hunters books before and I will continue to read her. This was my first read of this year and I am glad this is how I chose to start my year of reading.

This was another cute and fun read from Denise Hunter!
I thoroughly enjoyed this one and didn't want it to end!.
So very good!
Wonderful, captivating, and cool characters that you will love from the very beginning.
To me, there's no such perfect anyone boyfriend or not, and Liam seems to be the perfect example of not so perfect. Neither is Chloe.
Of course, eventually, they made me fall in love with both of them, and yes, they sometimes made me grin while at the same time I wanted to shake them silly.
A Hallmark movie could be made from this one in my opinion.
The cover is simply gorgeous.
Another 5 star from me for a very entertaining read. I highly recommend.