Olive is the only one at her twin sister's wedding NOT struck down by food poisoning. So she ends up on the honeymoon — with Ethan, the groom's brother, who she cannot stand. They agree to act like a couple to keep the free trip. Sun, sand, and simmering resentment that might not be resentment at all.
Moderate heat — a few explicit scenes but the fun banter is the main attraction.
Skip if you dislike:
Moods: Fun Lighthearted Banter-Filled Beachy
Tropes: Enemies to Lovers Fake Relationship Forced Proximity Mistaken Identity Adjacent
Yes, completely standalone.
Very — it leans into physical comedy and situational humor more than most romances.
Christina Lauren is the pen name for writing duo Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings.
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