This was such a fun read! As a Below Deck fan, I loved the yachting setting—it gave the whole story a fun, summery vibe that made it easy to get into, and I felt right at home. I liked the forced proximity of the boat and felt like it was done well.

I really liked Tiffany as the FMC—she was confident, funny, and held her own in every scene. I also liked the tension between her and Theo, and the spicy scenes were crafted so we'll!

My only complaint is that the ending felt pretty rushed—I would’ve loved a little more time for everything to settle and play out. But overall, I really enjoyed the story, the setting, and the characters. A perfect beachy escape!

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for a copy of this eARC!

The absolute perfect read for a heat wave!
I loved the setting, the characters were well developed and I definitely binged this.

An easy to binge, 3rd person POV about a billionaire playboy that cannot get his one night stand from his brother’s wedding out of his head and is shocked when she shows up to work on his boat.

Tropes include:
🛏️One Night Stand
⛴️Reconnect on a Boat
📥Boss/Employee
💰Billionaire Hero
😅Forced Proximity
🇬🇷Set in Greece
🌶️Spicy
3️⃣Third Person POV

Theo & Tiffany’s story is a hot & spicy one! The setting-on a yacht, in the Greek isles and Mykonos in particular-is so well written that it feels as if you’re there in person! In addition there are great characters and a great storyline! A nice escape read on a hot summer day! I definitely recommend.

I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me the privilege of being able to read this book!

I've had the privilege of recently reading 'The Payback Plan' by Amy Andrews and I adored it, so I just knew she wouldn't disappoint me with this book. I was right! I've read a lot of fake engagement/ fake relationship books, especially lately and this is honestly the best one I've ever read! It had everything most of those other books are usually lacking; actual connection I can truly feel, a genuine interest in knowing things about each other, and not just for the premise of their fake relationship but because they want too and my gosh that chemistry!

I fell in love with the characters; Theo and Tiffany they're everything. They're perfectly well rounded characters that despite where they come from they feel so real, just like you and me and the growth they go through and their relationship from start too finish was beautiful! It's so nice reading characters that actually feel and act their ages. I love that they actually talk things out like you or I would! There is an event that occurs that is really emotional (not a third act breakup thank gosh) and it really pulled at my heart, probably more for me than most. But that's because right now I might end up going through something similar. But that epilogue stole my heart and it was exactly what I hoped it would be! What really stole my heart though was the setting! The way the author was able to weave her descriptions of everything and every place, I couldn't stop picturing it all and feeling like I was right there alongside the characters and I so wish that I could be, it sounds so beautiful!

Also should the author ever write a book involving a little myth and fantasy (a concept alluded too in the book) I will be the first one lined up to read it, because I can completely see her being able to write something like that!

Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart for writing a book I've fallen for I truly appreciate it! I loved this so much, I know I'll be able to read it again and again and I can't wait until I can bring it home along with some of her other works!

Theo Callisthenes - renowned playboy and heir to a multi-billion-dollar Greek shipping company’s sex-capades – always make the front page! But when one misdemeanor goes too far, his brother offers up a challenge - a 4-month sex ban. Vowing to see the ban through, Theo takes up residence on his superyacht sailing around the Greek islands. That is until one day, the one woman he hasn’t been able to forget – Tiffany Wainright - strides onboard as the newest member of his crew. Their connection is still as electric as ever and despite Tiffany living on the lower deck, the attraction sti pulsates between them.
When an opportunity to save a lost business deal comes up, Theo comes up with a proposal to have Tiffany pose as his fake fiancé. Only convincing her might be not as easy as he thought.
This was a quick read with some sizzling chemistry and witty banter. Their chemistry is so hot that I kept reading quickly wanting to know will they or won’t they. I liked the emotional connect Theo and Tiffany formed as they sail around the islands. It was a fun read and I also enjoyed getting an update on Ari and Kelsey from undercover billionaire.

My first boat themed billionaire ARC read and I am not mad about it. This one hit all the classic spicy little book mentalities and I suppose I'm just going to have to go out and find another.

Call it an easy read because I drank it down. We do love the betting atmosphere and a touch of fake engagements, so there's really no surprise here I was happy to consume this so quickly.

Sooooooo the whole bet that the entire book hinged on just up and disappeared a MONTH before it was due to end? Like after they slept together for the first time, it’s never even mentioned again. Where’d it go??

And the whole fake fiancé schtick that the blurb mentioned didn’t even happen until the 50% mark and lasted all of TWO (2) days.

The way Tiffany acted when she found out about Theo’s vasectomy wasn’t cool. Asking him all those questions we all know damn well she wouldn’t have enjoyed being asked had the roles been reversed.

And what was up with all the AF’s? It just… didn’t sound right.

The casino scenes on the boat and the spice was really all that I enjoyed unfortunately. The plot didn’t really feel all there either and I had trouble connecting with both Tiffany and Theo…

Below Deck Billionaire was a great romance read - the perfect amount of spice, nicely paced, a bit of drama and a lot of fun.

Lots of pining and longing!

Ah, I just loved this steamy but mostly hands-off romance! Theo and Tiffany start off with a one night stand the night they meet, and her best friend's wedding to his brother. Months later, Theo is goaded into a no-sex dare then Tiffany, taking a break from working for the cruise line owned by Theo and his brother, is assigned to work on his private yacht for a couple months.

The close proximity is tempting enough, and I loved all their teasing and back-and-forth as they worked side-by-side. The week-long visit of his childhood friends was so much fun to read, and I loved how they both got along with all the rest of the crew members.

Then Theo needs to pretend to be engaged in order to close a deal with an important client, and he just can't picture anyone else in the role of his fiancée besides Tiffany. I really enjoyed his inner monologue as he struggled with why he felt that way, as there's nothing more fun to read about than a playboy falling for the one woman he can't have!

There's so much emotional depth to this story, as the author takes us inside both Theo's and Tiffany's family ties and romantic histories. I also loved that we got a nice update on Ari and Kelsey's HEA (from Undercover Billionaire). Theo and Tiffany get their own wonderful HEA with a very satisfying epilogue set two years later. As much as I loved the first book, this one is my favorite. Recommended for anyone who loves steamy contemporary romances.

This was a great read! I love a fast-paced will they/won't they story and the chemistry between Theo and Tiffany was great! A perfect summer read.

Theo is known for his 'one-and-done,' no relationships, but when his one too many risky escapades could cost him a business deal, his brother, Ari, makes him a bet to go celibate.

Challenge accepted, until onboard his super yacht, the newest crew is Tiffany, Ari's wife's best friend and a previous 'one and done' from his brothers wedding a few month previously, but is it karma that the woman he can't get out of his head is the one who is standing in front of him during his celibacy?

But Tiffany is following her dreams, and she doesn't trust men, especially not the playboy the tabloids are always printing about, Theo. But Tiffany and Theo might be exactly what each other needs to fall in love.

I loved that we were able to visit previous characters, Ari and Kelsey, and adored the character of Tiffany; she just wanted the easy life, and to help her younger brother.

Whereas Theo was living his best life, and it was the collision of these two characters into one another's lives that opened them both up for more.

Andrews gives us a feel-good novel, with a lot of cleverly written spice, and a great addition to this series.

Quick Summary: A Greek billionaire romance

My Review: Below Deck Billionaire by Amy Andrews is a "BRAND NEW forced proximity billionaire romance. It is scheduled for release on 7/28/25.

About the Book: "Theo Callisthenes - renowned playboy and heir to a multi-billion-dollar Greek shipping company...enters "a challenge...a 4-month sex ban…

Vowing to see the ban through, Theo takes up residence on his superyacht sailing around the Greek islands. Until one day the one woman he hasn’t been able to hit and quit – Tiffany Wainright - strides onboard..."

In My Own Words: An uber-rich player who doesn't believe in one night stands is haunted by the memory of the woman who causes him to take a second look. When a work assignment unexpectedly brings the two of them back together, all bets are off.

My Final Say: This story seriously reminded me of a Harlequin of old. It had the classic elements - a rich guy with a reputation, business dealings and soirees, a woman from humble means with a tragic backstory, an instant attraction that reveals a burning passion, and a low to medium boil conflict that uncovers an unsettled matter between the leads.

There were a couple of plot points that dangled, in my opinion. Despite that, the writer brought the story to the inevitable conclusion.

Other: Readers who enjoy close proximity working situations, ONS to forever scenarios, fake relationship drama, and/or Greek billionaire romances may like this novel.

Rating: 3/5
Recommend: +/-
Audience: A
Status/Level: 💬

Thank you to the author, to the publisher (Boldwood Books), and to NetGalley for providing access to a digital ARC of this title in exchange for an honest critique. I appreciate the opportunity.

This was a fun, escapist read perfect for fans of the billionaire romance trope with a Mediterranean twist. Theo Callisthenes, notorious bad boy and heir to a Greek shipping empire, is given a final ultimatum: four months of celibacy to clean up his reputation. His solution? Hide out on his luxury yacht and avoid temptation at all costs. That is... until Tiffany Wainright, the one woman who got away, shows up as part of the crew.

What follows is a sun-drenched game of restraint and flirtation, with a dash of forced proximity and a classic fake engagement setup. The chemistry between Theo and Tiffany crackles from the moment they’re reunited, and the glamorous island-hopping backdrop adds plenty of charm.

That said, while the premise is undeniably entertaining, the storyline doesn’t stray far from the well-trodden path. Some character motivations could have used more nuance, and I would’ve loved a deeper dive into their emotional arcs.

Still, if you're in the mood for a breezy romantic escape with superyacht fantasy, scorching tension, and just enough drama to keep things moving, this delivers exactly that. Light, steamy, and indulgent — like a beach read cocktail you finish in one sitting.

A great fun easy summer read. Fantastic if you love Below Decks but also great for anyone wanting a fun romantic read based on an amazing yacht!

This book was an easy, pleasant read, but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. The storyline felt like a fairly standard love story without any real surprises or emotional pull. While it wasn’t bad, it also never truly hooked me or made me eager to pick it back up.

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is a fun, entertaining read. Theo and Tiffany captivated me from the first page until the last. These two are fun to spend time with. I enjoyed their romance and the path it took to get to their HEA. I love that we got to see/hear about the couple from the previous related book. The story is easy to read and get into.

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

Loved this book. Great storyline and characters you fell in love with and hoped they would have a happy ending. Really strong writing and just really enjoyable.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an early copy of this book.

I hadn't heard of this series before requesting it, only Amy Andrews from her previous rugby series. Thankfully, the author does a really good job of bringing the reader up to speed so I didn't feel like I missed anything.

The book fits the billionaire romance and the forced proximity tropes nicely, but the fake fiancé doesn't happen until about 50% in. Judging by its placement in the blurb, I thought it was going to happen sooner and this became a recurring problem with the book. The pacing of individual scenes was good, but when it came to the big romantic beats, they were squashed together and came later than they should have. Instead of allowing them time to breathe, we get beats that are a little thin and have to be rushed. That was disappointing since a book of this length shouldn't have this problem.

I'm confused when it came to the comp titles. The Below Deck comp is completely accurate so I didn't have a problem there. However, there was the Indecent Proposal comp. Unless there's another Indecent Proposal besides the book (which I don't think a lot of people know about) and the film starring Robert Redford, Demi Moore, and Woody Harrelson, what other Indecent Proposal are they talking about? I had to keep checking the blurb to see if I had misread it and it wasn't actually a specific reference, but nope it was. If you were intrigued by that comp (I know I was), then you'll be disappointed.

Don't get me started on how, somehow, a 35-year-old man who got a vasectomy when he was in his 20s didn't really know what he wanted and how that relates to him being commitment-phobic. Yeah, that really did my head in and really got on my nerves. Let's be real, it was really shitty that Tiffany was judgmental as fuck about Theo's choice and that made me dislike her a lot.

Ultimately, I went into this expecting one thing based off the blurb and got another as well as some rhetoric about a grown individual can't make reproductive decisions on their own and "what if they meet their soulmate who wants kids" shit (there's been great strides in romance novels about being childfree so this really took me out of the book.)

It was the first book from this author that I read. And I give it a 3.5 ⭐️
It was ok with a good plot. The billionaire playboy with only ONs needs a fiancee for a business deal.
That fake fiancee it is the woman with whom he had a night at his brothers weeding.
The lines blurr between them, and when she needs to go back home because her fathers death, they end everything.
This is the moment when I wish he did some big gesture for her. But it took to lomg and for his brother to open his eyes for him to eventually go to Australia for her.

It was a nice cosy romantic read though and I enjoyed it.