Dishonestly Yours is the first book in a new series by Krista Ritchie and Becca Ritchie, the authors of Addicted to You and the Addicted World series. I've never read anything by these authors, but have heard such good things about their writing that when I saw this on NetGalley, I just had to try it.

Dishonestly Yours introduces the reader to two families who have raised their children from birth to be con artists. With six children across the two families, now in their 20s, they have executed every type of con imaginable. After a job goes bad, Phoebe and her best friend, Hailey, agree to try and live an honest life. Without telling their parents, they move to a small town and decide to see if they can get by without doing any more con jobs. Hailey's brother and Phoebe's longtime crush, Rocky, catches them as they're leaving and comes with them to ensure their safety.

Without giving too much away, I LOVED this. The plot was fascinating and I enjoyed this take on crime romance so much more than the overplayed mafia boss with a sweet wife trope. I loved that Phoebe and Rocky have a history of conning together and that they were both apex predators who cherished each other and their siblings above all else. Their dynamic reminded me a little of Marrow, with Rocky calling Phoebe Little Nightmare. This book had the twists of a thriller, the small town upper class drama of a great beach read, and scorching romance. I loved that this was a friends to lovers with off the charts tension and a level of bantering you usually only find in enemies to lovers.

I will absolutely be buying this when it comes out and will be going back to read the Ritchie sisters' existing series, too. Thank you so much to Krista & Becca Ritchie and to Berkley Publishing Group for this ARC through NetGalley. Dishonestly Yours will be available for purchase July 2nd, 2024.

✅ MF romance with spice
✅ Best friend's brother
✅ Friends to lovers
✅ Found family
✅ Morally gray characters
✅ Crime romance

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 Stars!!

📅 Out July 2nd, 2024

Krista and Becca Ritchie can do no wrong in my eyes and this book is a perfect example of that! As a massive fan of the Addicted series, I was very excited to start their new book and meet new characters. Wow! I was blown away and so hooked on the storyline. There were so many moments where my jaw was on the actual ground. I have never read a book like this before! I loved it! It was thrilling, different, exciting, and just overall AMAZING!

Y'all this book is so hard for me to rate because I have never read a book like before in my ENTIRE LIFE. So if you see me coming on here to bump it up to a 5 star read, mind ya business. I was completely enthralled with this book and it truly read just like movie. I LOVED the dual pov, when starting this book I assumed the dual pov would be between someone else and was pleasantly surprised with who we got instead.

Kirsta and Becca Ritchie have an amazing way with words and craft the best found family tropes I have ever read. I'm super intrigued with how everyone will feel about this book when it comes out, but I had a great time with it and NEED THE SEQUEL NOW. please and thank you :)

Krista and Becca Ritchie have my heart forever.


I can’t believe I got the ARC for this book

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FASCINATING - DIFFERENT - THRILLING

Dishonestly Yours was just the beginning of a (I'm sure will be) fascinating series.

The plot was really cool, I got sucked in the minute I started the book, and it never let me go.

The main couple gives off the most delicious enemies to lovers but also soulmate vibes - this mix is so intriguing and I want MORE of it. And the sizzle between them is this bubbling heat, building until it explodes, and I can't get enough of it.

The wait until the next book is going to be really long, especially after the twist in the end and that cliffy 😮

The cast, especially the core six, are as mysterious and appealing as it can get. I'm super excited about the next book in this series, and I'm so happy that this new series is a must read for me!!!

In the captivating world of Krista and Rebecca Ritchie's "Dishonestly Yours," Phoebe Graves finds herself entangled in a life of deception and seduction. Hailing from a family where such practices are as ordinary as breathing, Phoebe and her loyal companion Hailey have been on the run all their lives. However, after a high-stakes con job takes a turn for the worse, they decide to break free and start anew. Seeking refuge in a quaint Connecticut town, they discover a life seemingly too idyllic to be true. However, their pursuit of honesty is challenged by the arrival of Hailey's irresistibly handsome brother, Rocky. With a past entwined with Phoebe's, Rocky poses a significant threat to their newfound peace. His inherent dishonesty and messy history with Phoebe make him both alluring and untrustworthy. As Phoebe grapples with her feelings for Rocky, she fears that he will drag them back into their old ways, where deceit is second nature. Determined to protect her new life, Phoebe struggles to maintain her distance from Rocky. Yet, the longer she remains in town, the more she begins to understand the value of reputation and the allure of a normal life with the man she loves. "Dishonestly Yours" takes readers on a thrilling journey of self-discovery, love, and the complexities of morality. With twists and turns that keep readers enthralled, Ritchie sisters weave a tale that explores the consequences of deception and the transformative power of honesty.

I was hesitant about this book at first (for reasons i’m sure you all share) but besties... I think you’re going to love it (or at least I really hope you do). There’s angst, tension, drama, secrets, and (in a sense) found family. This was such a great start to the series, a bit slow at first but it picks up along the way. Trust me when i say you’ll be invested in these characters, in their lives and relationships, rooting for them every step of the way. Despite their being manipulative and deceitful, you’ll grow to love and want the best for them.

The characters:
Phoebe: I adore her. Her role in cons is to be the seductress. More than once, she has been used just for her body, seen simply as an object and nothing more. It makes my heart ache to see her being treated that way and made to believe that that’s where her worth lies. Though she’s escaping her life of crime primarily for her best friend, Hailey, she too finds relief and comfort in the steadiness of her new life. She reminds me of Lily in some ways, who’s been through so so much but gets back up every time. She is strong and resilient, and I found myself admiring her resolve throughout the book.

Rocky: cynical, protective, and sarcastic with a silver tongue AND he hates everyone but her — need I say more? He doesn’t like or trust most people, but he is unfailingly loyal to and supportive of those he loves. As her older brother, he entertains Hailey’s desire to start over even though he doesn’t agree with it, and he goes out of his way to ensure their parents don’t find out. He may not be a man of many words, but his actions make up for it.

Hailey: she is the embodiment of “looks like they could kill you but is actually a cinnamon roll.” Underneath her seemingly dark exterior is a gentle, loving friend and sister. We don’t get her POV in this book though so her character isn’t as developed as phoebe’s and rocky’s.

The romance: Krista and Becca Ritchie shine when writing romance. They truly do it best. No one will ever beat lily and lo for me, but seeing Phoebe and Rocky’s relationship grow in this book was beautiful. They have feelings for each other, know those feelings are reciprocated, but choose not to be together for fear of what would happen if they made it official. There is a push and pull between them, and despite everything that happens, they remain in each other’s orbits. Because that’s where they feel safe.

Found family: there are six of them, two sets of three siblings, and they’ve known each other since forever, so I’m not quite sure if found family is the correct term. BUT the bonds between these characters are so much like that of the addicted series. They would go to the ends of the earth to protect each other. If one of them is hurting, they are all hurting. If one of them is on the run, they are all on the run. I absolutely love their dynamic and I can’t wait to read more about them in the next book(s).

I love all of KBR’s work, so I was so naturally excited for this new series, but didn’t know what to expect. It was just as engaging and addicting as their other series, but so different from previous books in the most fun, entertaining way.

This story felt unique and was such a fresh take on your typical romance storyline. I was hooked right away—the characters, the plot, the tension—everything draws you in from the first page. Phoebe and Rocky’s relationship reminded me a bit of Lily and Lo’s, but was still distinctive to them as new characters. I cannot wait to see more from all of the Tinrock and Graves siblings and where KBR takes this series next.

This was my first foray into Krista and Becca Ritchie so I had no idea what to expect. While this was very info dumpy, I still really enjoyed this romance. Definitely looking forward to the next one!

Thank you to Berkley, Krista and Becca Ritchie, and NetGalley for giving me an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. When this comes out, PEOPLE ARE GOING TO EAT THIS UP!!! The tension between these top characters got me from the get-go…. No one does angst like Krista and Becca Ritchie!

I am honestly amazed and captivated with the authors because this book was so bingeable, fun and interesting. I have never read anything like it before. It felt like watching a tv show. It was hard to put it down because there were so many things happening and it kept me on my seat.

I loved the characters: they were complex and unique in their own way. They had their own struggles and the whole dynamic / relationships between Phoebe, Hailey and Rocky was the perfect example of how found family should be. I loved it. I had a great time. I can't wait to read the next book in this series.

Krista and Becca have done it again! This book is hot and filled with so much tension and mystery and banter. RED THIS BOOK!!! You'll never see the plot twist coming and the ending will have you on the edge of your seat.

My God, THE FEELS!!!! What an amazing start to the series. Though, this is little different than the other books by the author but definitely amazing all the same. The angst, the tension, the engaging plot; everything about this book had me hooked since the very beginning. I can’t wait enough to see in which direction this goes.

Messy angst love, lots of money, family drama. This book was impossible to put down. Both pheobe and rocky are such complex characters and I can’t wait to see what happens next in they’re story

This title is the first in this series and contains a lot of background building. This is the first title I have read from the authors and it did take me a while to get through. The writing and story was okay, I think the characters were just a little too young for me, the situations they had been through just seemed very far fetched.

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this title!

4.5 stars

I don’t know where to start but I guess I need to say first that I wasn’t expecting this from Krista and Becca. What I mean is that I’m used to the Addicted series, it’s sweet, it’s welcoming and joyful. Not a lot of pain just a good time. And I love that ok but THIS ??? The angst ??? The tension ???? The pain ???? I was not ready for that and I’ll send my therapy bills to them.
It was so so good and such a good book to start this new phenomenal series (i’m certain it’ll become a favourite for a lot of people). The characters have so much depth as always and the way it’s written is so gripping! I love the way there’s a bit of a thriller/mystery vibe to it.
And the romance ? to die for. Guys if you loved Magnolia Parks, this is for you. It’s painful but so sweet at the same time it hurts. I’m so excited for the next books in the series!

I absolutely devoured this book! This is the first book from Krista & Becca that I've read that wasn't the Addicted/Calloway sisters series. It is a little slower, but I am excited to see where the series goes.
Also can we talk about this cover? It is amazing!

I will post a full review soon on goodreads and instagram! Thank you for the ARC!

kbr’s books mean the world to me, so i was unbelievably excited to start their new series. this was sooo different from their previous books but in the best way — i LOVED it. it was so unique and had me hooked from page one, i could not put it down. the plot was paced so well and i found myself thoroughly engaged throughout the entire story (which is slightly rare for me). also, the romance was to DIE FOR. i love rocky and phoebe’s relationship, it felt so special and unique compared to a lot of the romances i read these days. i have a feeling i won’t be able to stop thinking about this one and i can’t wait to share more of my thoughts online once it’s out!

YALL. THIS. BOOK. I was super nervous going into this because I haven’t read a Krista and Becca book that doesn’t revolve around the core 6 from Addicted/Calloway due to my love and dedication to that series. But this DID NOT disappoint one bit.

This book is giving drama. It’s addicting. It’s undeniably creative. It can be so hard these days to come up with a book idea (especially one marketed as a romance) that hasn’t been done before. But I have truly never read anything like this before, and I ate up every bit. In the words of my friend Taylor, Krista and Becca are lowkey in their thriller era. 🕸️🕷️🍓

I absolutely flew through this book. Krista and Becca know how to write spice, complex characters that you deeply want to root for, and a hot headed MMC that I will undoubtedly start pining for (🤰🧎🏻‍♀️me after literally any scene with Rocky). I loved the flashbacks where we got to see the cons the characters and their families were doing in the past. Honestly, I truly think that this series could MAYBE be on par with the Addicted/Calloway series for a lot of people (perhaps even myself??) 🤭🤭

I don’t want to talk too much about the plot and details of the story too much since there’s still 5 months until release, so this is all I will say for now. Everyone preorder this book because you won’t regret it one bit. I need book 2 now!!!!

Thank you Berkley and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest thoughts and opinions.

I’m somewhere between a 4.25 - 4.5 for this book and I can’t decide! But I LOVED this. If you know me you know Addicted / Calloway is my favorite series of all time so I was dying for a new book by my favorite ladies.

This one did not disappoint!!! I was glued to this book, couldn’t put it down. The best way I can put this is it was pure entertainment. I literally felt like I was watching some kind of reality tv with how wild and entertaining this book was.

As always, I love KBR’s writing. It’s so engaging and entertaining and they really pulled me right into this story. I’ve never really read a story about ex con artists wanting to make a new life for themselves so this was a first for me, but I think they did an excellent job. I loved the flashback chapters to previous jobs to kind of give me a feeling of Phoebe and Rocky as characters and some insight on their history together.

As for the characters, I really loved everyone we were introduced to. I loved how badass Phoebe was, her friendship with Hailey, and the TENSION and ANGST between her and Rocky. I didn’t feel a 100% connection to these characters yet but I get the gut feeling that I will as the series goes on. I’m already pretty invested in this story and these characters, and with that ENDING? Go ahead and give me the second book. I’m sold!

Thank you Berkley for the early copy in exchange for my review :)