The world seems full of men who are initially infatuated by our eccentricities, but who ultimately expect them to be temporary.”

Synopsis: Carey Douglas has worked for home remodeling and design gurus Melissa and Rusty Tripp for nearly a decade. A country girl at heart, Carey started in their first store at sixteen, and—more than anyone would suspect—has helped them build an empire. With a new show and a book about to launch, the Tripps are on the verge of superstardom. There’s only one problem: America’s favorite couple can’t stand each other. Hazel calls Josh and he goes to her apartment. Both of them say that they have something to tell the other, but they have sex first. Josh worries that he hurt Hazel because she is bleeding. Hazel realizes that her pregnancy is in danger. She decides to go to the doctor. Josh finds the ultrasound results and realizes that Hazel is pregnant, not Emily. He says that he is going to the doctor with Hazel. They go and declare that they are going to stay together no matter what. When she and Josh meet again 10 years later, they know they aren't a suitable match romantically, but each grows enamored of the other as a friend. They happily settle into their role as best friends, and begin setting each other up on blind dates, with each one turning out a bit more disastrous than the last. Also really loved how important family was in this book... Hazel had an equally eccentric mother, and the bond between them was undeniable... josh’s family was equally fabulous, I loved how accepting they were of Hazel.... i’d also really love Josh‘s mom to cook some Korean food for me! and nothing-I mean nothing-scares me more than the idea of us dating and him deciding that I’m too wild, too weird, too chaotic. Too much.Quirkiness, fun double dates, sexy times that became unexpected, everything combined together to bring two individuals that are beyond different but definitely meant to be... Fourteen years later, Tate, now an up-and-coming actress, only thinks about her first love every once in a blue moon. When she steps onto the set of her first big break, he’s the last person she expects to see. Yet here Sam is, the same charming, confident man she knew, but even more alluring than she remembered. Forced to confront the man who betrayed her, Tate must ask herself if it’s possible to do the wrong thing for the right reason… and whether “once in a lifetime” can come around twice. This book was actually funny, too! Like, I was giggling alone in bed while reading at least a third of this book. Hazel is one of the most fun protagonists I’ve read about, and she and her animals had me laughing constantly. And all the dates? So freakin’ funny! I honestly could perfectly picture this book, and I actually think it would make for a fantastic romcom movie adaptation. I don't know, but after reading their newest book, Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating, one thing is clear: I'm all in on the Christina Lauren fan train. Their books may be predictable at times, they may be a little sappy, but I don't care. They are I-wish-I-could-stay-in-this-chair-until-I-finish-this-book readable, and they're utterly heartwarming to boot. There’s a twist in the usual rom-com plot, and the story is sure to please readers looking for a fun-filled novel to escape everyday life. ” – Booklist

But at the end of the day", she says, and puts her hand outside the open window, letting the wind pass through her fingers, "being myself is enough. I'm enough. Hoover is one of the freshest voices in new-adult fiction, and her latest resonates with true emotion, unforgettable characters and just the right amount of sexual tension.

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Christina Lauren did a number on me! I just can't really say anything else than it was amazing! I can't seem to find any flaws...it is perfect for me. I was waiting to find a romance book that I can read and re-read and re-re-read, The Hating Game didn't do it for me...this one did! I realize that finding the perfect person isn't going to be easy for me because I'm a lot to take,' she says, 'but I'm not going to change just so that I'm more datable.'" This was easily my favorite rom-com I've read all year. It was absolute perfection that kept a goofy smile on my face the entire time! I couldn't get enough! I adored everything about this book and the characters. If you're looking for your next read, look no further. Because this book is simply not to be missed!