Cute book overall, but could not get to download on kindle. Will edit review after that is figured out.

I love fake dating, and Ellie K. Wilde did not disappoint! I really enjoyed the interactions between Siena and Brooks. The relationship development was done well and I love the development of the cast of characters. There is a lot of spice in this one some of it in slightly unexpected ways. I really enjoyed the communication shared between the characters and their support of each others aspirations.

This a was a cute and entertaining read, perfect for readers who enjoy stories filled with plenty of witty banter, strong friendships, beautiful family connections and sizzling chemistry between the lead characters!

I knew I liked Brooks character from book one but in "Only Between Us" he really shines. One minute he is the most lovable cinnamon roll (he falls first and hard) and the next he's showing his sexy and seductive side to Siena. The transitions in their relationship as it progressed felt very nature, no notes, so well done!

I'll definitely be recommending this one and can't wait to read the next one in the series!

🏈 Sports Romance
🛏️ One Bed
💞 Dual POV
🥰He Falls First
🌶️On Page Spice

Thank you Ellie K. Wilde, Net Galley and Atria Books for providing me with an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own.

“Only Between Us” was such a great slow burn romantic comedy! I enjoyed reading every second of it! This book has all the feels I love all packed in one book. It had comedy, romance, humor, sadness, happiness and a whole lot of spice! Whew! This author brought on the heat and not just in one way! I can see this becoming a movie!

It is about a woman named Siena who is an ex girlfriend of a football player and wants absolutely nothing to do with one again. Then there is this guy named Brooks, who tries to overcome his problematic history in his football career and wants to get in with a football team before the season starts. These two end up meeting in the funniest way possible! Then, they end up having a photo that goes viral, so they both decide to do what only makes sense, fake date! While they are both fake dating, it turns into something else along the way.

As this story unfolds, you will get to see who these two really are and reasons as to why they connect on a deeper level! Be sure to read the content warnings. This is a very well written, captivating and easy to read romance book! I really loved the dual point of views! Overall, I give this book a 4.5 out of 5 stars!

Thank you to NetGalley, author Ellie K Wilde and Atria Books for this digital advanced reader’s copy in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

While this is a sequel to the book “Only in Your Dreams”, you can read this book first.

This book is set to be published on July 8, 2025!

Brooks Atwood is a talented pro football player who has been out injured. He’s ready for his comeback and wants to play for the Rebels. They’re hesitant to sign him because of his reputation.
Siena was accidentally the girl in Brooks’ last publicity disaster. His agent suggests they fake date to help Brooks’ reputation. She realizes that the attention could help her family’s struggling business as well.
As they get to know each other they get closer and closer, but Brooks is going to be on the opposite coast. Can their new relationship handle the pressure?
This is an entertaining book that I had fun reading.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley, I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

This book was so good and I knew it would be. I loved the first book and I loved seeing Brooks have his own story. The way they started out despising each other and then just changed each other’s perception of them with out even trying was so lovely. I loved seeing Brooks knock down Siennas walls. He was so upfront about how he felt and it was so refreshing. I loved this book chefs kiss

This was cute and I loved their journey but I do wish they communicated a little better. Thankful for no third act breakup and love a man obsessed so 3.5 for me!

Just like the first Oakwood Bay Series, Ellie doesn't miss! Siena is the perfect combo of prickly and endearing with her sense of nostalgia and love for her family paired with Brooks 'reformed bad boy turned gold retriever energy.' This book had me laughing at their quick banter and swooning for Brooks and his sweet, over the top gestures. I rooted for Brooks from the very first page as he begin his comeback journey after an injury. He only got better and better as the book went on-one of my favorite MMC in such a long time! I love the Oakwood universe and in addition to Brooks and Siena, the 'side' characters within their story were amazing. I cannot wait to see where Ellie takes the next one.

-fake dating
-sports romance
-he falls first

Huge thanks to Atria for allowing me to read this early through Netgalley! I couldn't put it down!

a sweet little silly romance will do me in everytime. ms wilde, im now a football romance girly thanks to you.

i fell for Brooks & Siena from the moment they met. fake dating WHO?? they def weren’t fooling me and they def weren’t fooling each other bc that chemistry was tooooo hot!! this book tackled “finding yourself” in two very different ways with two very different people but it blended so well for the perfect story. it was so fast paced yet nothing felt rushed and i loved the sense of found family with characters from book 1 as well.

give me Parker & Summer nowwwwww. im already knowing he will be my #1.

Devoured this book in 2 days. I loved Wilde's first in the series and was so excited to hear Brooks and Siena's story. It was a very fun, very cute (and very steamy!), and easy-to-read (in the best possible way) modern romance that I would happily recommend to anyone.

If you like these, you'll love this book:
- two broken hearts healing
- banter upon banter upon banter
- only one bed
- he falls first
- no third act breakup (I am loving this "trope" more and more these days)
- healthy communication (especially from the MMC)

This is the second e-ARC of Wilde's that I've received and I have been pleasantly surprised both times. Wilde now has a forever reader in me - if she writes it, I read it!

4⭐
3.5 🌶️
This book took me by surprise and actually ended up being really cute and a really fun read!

I admit, I hadn't heard of this series and had not read the first one when I received the ARC for Only Between US (thank you NetGalley!!), but now I'm a believer. Brooks and Siena were really fun to get to know, their story was adorable, and the character growth was believable.
I can't wait to read the rest of this series!!

I loved Brooks in Only In Your Dreams and was so excited to read his book. He can be this super intimidating guy, and has a filthy mouth when it comes to Siena, but he's ultimately a huge cinnamon roll when it comes to people he cares about.

Some parts of the first half could have been cut down, but I really enjoyed the overall story. Brooks and Siena have fun banter and challenge each other. Though things don't start off well, Brooks and Siena do a lot of growing together. Each had their own issues but the other was supportive and patient. Their relationship felt very natural. And for all the spice in this book (which there was plenty of!), there are even more sweet and tender moments.

This is a romance, but it also shines a light on hardships like family struggles and career pressures, as well as the difficulties of being in the public eye.

Also, I really hope we get to see Summer and Parker, next!

I have been waiting for this sequel for a while and enjoyed returning to the cast of characters in Oakwood Bay. The plot this time was more straightforward with less intrigue driving it forward but it was a quick, fun read nonetheless and only made me more excited for what I hope will be Parker and Summer’s book next!

RIYL fake dating, football romances (with some small town vibes)

I enjoyed this entire book! Brooks & Siena, the storyline, fake dating, spice etc. it made me so very happy the entire time while reading it and I actually miss the characters in the book. I haven’t read the first book but best believe it is next on my list and I can’t wait to read more from this author!

I really loved this book! The pacing was just right—not too fast, not too slow—and the chemistry between the main characters was so good. They balanced each other out in the best way, and I loved seeing their relationship grow. The writing was super engaging, and the way the author handled their struggles felt really authentic. There were some emotional moments that hit hard, but also plenty of sweet ones that made me smile. Definitely a 4.5/5 for me!

Thank you so much to Atria books and NetGalley for this arc!

I thought this book was absolutely adorable and right up my alley. Who doesn’t love a sports romance? If you are into the sports romances you’ll love this story!

Huge thanks to Altria Books & NetGalley for the ARC — This book was so stinking adorable. I loved the relationship between Sienna and Brooks. Their banter was impeccable. I kept imagining Teddy Hamilton doing the MMC dialogue. The way it’s written, suits him perfectly. This is a feel good, kick your feet romance where our athlete falls first.

Wow! Wow! Wow! This book just wow! I literally couldn’t stop reading this book, the smut, the drama, the romance was absolutely amazing!
I read this book as an early release, and am so glad that I did! I have just started reading romance, and I think this is one of my favorites. I can’t wait to read more in this series and from this author!

Just finished the most adorable rom-com, and I'm officially obsessed! Huge thanks to Altria Books & NetGalley for the ARC – this one's definitely going on my 'favorites' shelf. Seriously, from page one, I was hooked. It's just so… light and fun, you know? Like, instantly makes you smile.
The dual POV? Genius! It totally let me get inside both characters' heads, and I loved seeing how they saw things differently. And the romance? Oh my goodness, it was everything. Seriously, the 'he falls first' thing? Done perfectly. I was rooting for them the whole time!
I felt like I really knew these characters, like they were my friends. Watching them grow and change was just so satisfying. If you're a rom-com fan, especially if you love that 'he falls first' trope, you need to read this. I loved it so much, I went straight to buy the first book in the series!

I absolutely ADORED this book. It was deliciously spicy and unexpectedly sweet and I cannot wait to read more from Ellie Wilde!