Rowena is having the worst day of her life. Shortly after finding out she's pregnant with her horrid ex's baby, she's unceremoniously fired from her job. As she's suffering from all that's happening, a person falls into her life with needs that align with her problems. Adrian is an investment banker who wants nothing more than to reach the top, so he lies to his CEO and invents a pregnant fiance. When the pressure from the lie gets to him, he accidentally runs into someone who just might be the answer he needs. A marriage of convenience will solve all their problems, but will they be able to keep their emotions out of it?

The plot is as predictable as one could imagine from the synopsis, but Isley manages to make it charming enough that you get pulled into Adrian and Rowena's story. They both know what they want and have personalities strong enough to make them reach for it, as long as they don't get in their own way. It's sweet to see them slowly fall in love, despite their best efforts, as they get to know more about each other.

Extra kudos for including the characters from the previous book in a way that's a lovely surprise for those who read it without making it difficult for new readers to follow what's happening. It also makes me hope we'll get a deeper look at another couple's story in a future volume because I want details on how they ended up getting together.

Overall, it's not genre-defining, but it's sweet, funny, and just the right level of spice. Plus, it's the most grossly memorable meet-cute I've ever read.

Very happy thanks to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the romantic read!