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The Starlight Studios Series #2
Lovestruck
I want to punch my arrogant, hot co-star in his stupid, beautiful face.
I have to pretend to love Roman Everett on screen, and thanks to the film studio, I have to fake date him too. But it’s hard to hate someone who looks like… that.
Not only do I want to punch that beautiful face, I also want to kiss it.
What’s worse? I’m trying to live up to everyone’s expectations of me. Just when I feel like I’m about to break, Roman surprises me and seems like someone I can lean on.
Roman Everett may be a great actor on-screen… but the role he plays in our relationship is feeling less like a character, and more like he might really want this.
Lovestruck is a loathe to love fake dating romance with spicy scenes and a happily-ever-after. It is the second book in the Starlight Studios Series, and can be read as a standalone.
Loathe to loveFake datingCelebritiesWorkplace RomanceHe Falls First
I have to pretend to love Roman Everett on screen, and thanks to the film studio, I have to fake date him too. But it’s hard to hate someone who looks like… that.
Not only do I want to punch that beautiful face, I also want to kiss it.
What’s worse? I’m trying to live up to everyone’s expectations of me. Just when I feel like I’m about to break, Roman surprises me and seems like someone I can lean on.
Roman Everett may be a great actor on-screen… but the role he plays in our relationship is feeling less like a character, and more like he might really want this.
Lovestruck is a loathe to love fake dating romance with spicy scenes and a happily-ever-after. It is the second book in the Starlight Studios Series, and can be read as a standalone.
Loathe to loveFake datingCelebritiesWorkplace RomanceHe Falls First
344 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 4, 2025
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Ivy Dawes
4 books68 followersIvy Dawes has always had an over-active imagination. Since writing her first book at the age of four (which she scribbled down and tried to give to the library), she's always had a series of stories on the go in her mind.
Ivy is an avid lover of ghost shows, good books, and hot chocolate. She is currently living out her happily ever after in Alberta, Canada, with her husband and two children.
Ivy is an avid lover of ghost shows, good books, and hot chocolate. She is currently living out her happily ever after in Alberta, Canada, with her husband and two children.
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October 27, 2025loved this one!!! rtc <3
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havent read a pr/fake dating book in a minute 🤭 this cover is so cute and cant wait for this one!!!
thank you ivy for sending me an arc
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havent read a pr/fake dating book in a minute 🤭 this cover is so cute and cant wait for this one!!!
thank you ivy for sending me an arc
October 16, 2025
Wow this was so good. I am down so bad for the fake dating troupe. It has me foaming at the mouth everytime.
I absolutely love Clover and Roman. The concept of struggling with body image was written so well along with the consequences of outside criticism. My absolute favorite thing about this is how Clover was not a doormat to Roman. I have read way too many books where that’s the case and it was refreshing having a fmc who stood up for herself. I pretty much read this entire thing in one sitting, could not put it down.
The ending was a tad unnecessary, it was resolved so quickly there was zero point for it. I do love everything else otherwise. 4.5 stars.
I absolutely love Clover and Roman. The concept of struggling with body image was written so well along with the consequences of outside criticism. My absolute favorite thing about this is how Clover was not a doormat to Roman. I have read way too many books where that’s the case and it was refreshing having a fmc who stood up for herself. I pretty much read this entire thing in one sitting, could not put it down.
The ending was a tad unnecessary, it was resolved so quickly there was zero point for it. I do love everything else otherwise. 4.5 stars.
November 2, 2025
a perfect cosy loathe-to-lovers read with the perfect amount of banter and spice. even though they didn’t like each other, they definitely still had hidden feelings for one another which is why i wouldn’t say it’s a true enemies to lovers - i also found the story went a bit quick in terms of one moment they were fake dating and the next they were confessing their love for each other but over all i loved the the romance and both the characters were super likeable - the representation of different mental health issues and the use of side characters to add to the story - can’t wait to read more from this author!
October 19, 2025
I don’t know how she topped Starstruck but she did - what a romp
November 4, 2025
I am so incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have received an advanced copy of Lovestruck from the author! 🫶
Lovestruck is such a heartwarming story and I loved it! 🥹💕 This is the first book I have ever read from Ivy Dawes and it won’t be my last because I plan on going and reading Starstruck. Lovestruck is the second book in the series but is easily read as a stand-alone! 🫶
Clover is such a determined FMC! 🫶 She has been spending years chasing her dream of getting a big break in the Hollywood industry. She finally gets a big break in a superhero movie but the catch is that she needs to fake date her co-star Roman! 🤭 The loathing and tension between the both of them is the stuff I love most from an enemies to lovers situation and this did such a great job of that! 😍 The book is in dual POV so it was really cool getting to discover more and more about them both and the things they truly both struggle with! 🫂 I also love that there is a part of the book where they are at San Diego Comic Con and that just melted my heart! 🥰🫶 I have been to that so many times over the years so it truly felt so special with that being in there! ❤️
If you love enemies to lovers (loathe to love), forced proximity, fake dating, dual POV, rom-coms, workplace romance, movie set, and a book that will make you smile then this is the book for you! 🫶
Lovestruck is such a heartwarming story and I loved it! 🥹💕 This is the first book I have ever read from Ivy Dawes and it won’t be my last because I plan on going and reading Starstruck. Lovestruck is the second book in the series but is easily read as a stand-alone! 🫶
Clover is such a determined FMC! 🫶 She has been spending years chasing her dream of getting a big break in the Hollywood industry. She finally gets a big break in a superhero movie but the catch is that she needs to fake date her co-star Roman! 🤭 The loathing and tension between the both of them is the stuff I love most from an enemies to lovers situation and this did such a great job of that! 😍 The book is in dual POV so it was really cool getting to discover more and more about them both and the things they truly both struggle with! 🫂 I also love that there is a part of the book where they are at San Diego Comic Con and that just melted my heart! 🥰🫶 I have been to that so many times over the years so it truly felt so special with that being in there! ❤️
If you love enemies to lovers (loathe to love), forced proximity, fake dating, dual POV, rom-coms, workplace romance, movie set, and a book that will make you smile then this is the book for you! 🫶
October 21, 2025
Thank you Victory Editing and Netgalley for the ARC! I thought the book was entertaining overall, but it really struggled with pacing and flow. One thing I genuinely enjoyed, though, was Roman and Jill’s sibling dynamic. Their relationship felt natural and heartfelt, and their interactions added warmth and authenticity to the story. The way they supported each other and shared that unspoken sibling understanding was beautifully done. I actually found myself wishing there had been more scenes between them.
The writing itself felt a bit choppy, with abrupt transitions that made it hard to stay fully invested in the story. I wanted to love the relationship between Roman and Clover, but their chemistry just didn’t feel believable. They barely had any meaningful conversations or moments of real connection, yet we were suddenly expected to believe they had fallen in love. It all came across as rushed and underdeveloped.
The plot had potential, but it moved too quickly and lacked focus. There were too many time jumps between chapters, and some scenes felt inserted without a clear purpose. At times, it almost seemed like the story didn’t know where it wanted to go. With stronger character development and a smoother, more consistent timeline, this could have been a more enjoyable read.
The writing itself felt a bit choppy, with abrupt transitions that made it hard to stay fully invested in the story. I wanted to love the relationship between Roman and Clover, but their chemistry just didn’t feel believable. They barely had any meaningful conversations or moments of real connection, yet we were suddenly expected to believe they had fallen in love. It all came across as rushed and underdeveloped.
The plot had potential, but it moved too quickly and lacked focus. There were too many time jumps between chapters, and some scenes felt inserted without a clear purpose. At times, it almost seemed like the story didn’t know where it wanted to go. With stronger character development and a smoother, more consistent timeline, this could have been a more enjoyable read.
October 29, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and Ivy
Dawes for the ARC!
I ateeee this one up! This had everything I love in my romances.
One bed, forced proximity, he falls first, loathe to love, celebrity romance. I found this to be an easy fast paced read with short chapters.
I will definitely be reading more from Ivy!
Dawes for the ARC!
I ateeee this one up! This had everything I love in my romances.
One bed, forced proximity, he falls first, loathe to love, celebrity romance. I found this to be an easy fast paced read with short chapters.
I will definitely be reading more from Ivy!
November 13, 2025
really cute!!!
a solid 3.75 stars
spice: 2🌶️
the characters were really likeable and i loved that Clover had a back bone and stood her ground whenever she has to
i feel like it was missing something, maybe making the plot more complex, idk, but overall a really cute read and i totally recommend reading it
a solid 3.75 stars
spice: 2🌶️
the characters were really likeable and i loved that Clover had a back bone and stood her ground whenever she has to
i feel like it was missing something, maybe making the plot more complex, idk, but overall a really cute read and i totally recommend reading it
October 20, 2025
Books have always been my happy place, and romance is the genre I never get tired of. No matter what kind of reading mood I’m in, romance is the one I always come back to. Out of all the tropes, fake relationship stories are one of my absolute favorites. The tension, the teasing, the moment when the characters realize they actually want it to be real… it just never gets old for me. So when I picked up this book, I was already pretty excited to see how it would go.
This story grabbed me right from the beginning. I was hooked almost immediately and really liked how both main characters were written. Usually, I end up liking one a little more than the other, but this time I honestly loved them both. They were flawed in ways that felt real, and even when they made some questionable choices, I understood where they were coming from. I especially connected with the FMC. I completely got her struggle with being her own worst critic, and I was rooting for her to finally give herself some grace.
The chemistry between the two of them was so good. Their “fake” relationship had plenty of fun and banter, but there was also a lot of heart underneath it all. Watching them go from pretending to caring for each other for real made me smile the whole way through. I found myself reading way later than I planned just to see how it would all play out.
By the end, I was really happy with how everything turned out. I do wish the epilogue had been a little longer, just because I wasn’t ready to let them go yet. Still, this book gave me everything I wanted: humor, heart, and that perfect dose of romantic tension. It’s the kind of story that makes me remember why I love this genre so much.
**I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.**
This story grabbed me right from the beginning. I was hooked almost immediately and really liked how both main characters were written. Usually, I end up liking one a little more than the other, but this time I honestly loved them both. They were flawed in ways that felt real, and even when they made some questionable choices, I understood where they were coming from. I especially connected with the FMC. I completely got her struggle with being her own worst critic, and I was rooting for her to finally give herself some grace.
The chemistry between the two of them was so good. Their “fake” relationship had plenty of fun and banter, but there was also a lot of heart underneath it all. Watching them go from pretending to caring for each other for real made me smile the whole way through. I found myself reading way later than I planned just to see how it would all play out.
By the end, I was really happy with how everything turned out. I do wish the epilogue had been a little longer, just because I wasn’t ready to let them go yet. Still, this book gave me everything I wanted: humor, heart, and that perfect dose of romantic tension. It’s the kind of story that makes me remember why I love this genre so much.
**I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.**
November 4, 2025
3.5⭐️
Roman is your typical Hollywood heartthrob, born into an entertainment mogul family and headlining a big blockbuster franchise based on a famous superhero comic. Clover, on the other hand, is a struggling actress best known for an acne cream commercial. But when their chemistry read is off the charts, the studio not only casts Clover, but convinces them to fake date to promote the film. And we all know where that leads…
This was a fun loathe-to-love romance with some well executed fake dating shenanigans. The banter is sharp, the writing is flirty and engaging, and I found myself wanting to keep reading. I really appreciated how the story tackled body dysmorphia and anxiety in the spotlight, adding emotional depth and insight into both Clover and a secondary character without feeling heavy-handed. I did find the transition from fake dating to love confessions a bit rushed, but overall, I really enjoyed this story!
I’m excited to see what Ivy Dawes writes next, maybe about Roman’s sister Jill?
Read this if you’re looking for an enemies-to-lovers, fake dating romance with a Hollywood/PR twist!
Thank you to Ivy Dawes and NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
Roman is your typical Hollywood heartthrob, born into an entertainment mogul family and headlining a big blockbuster franchise based on a famous superhero comic. Clover, on the other hand, is a struggling actress best known for an acne cream commercial. But when their chemistry read is off the charts, the studio not only casts Clover, but convinces them to fake date to promote the film. And we all know where that leads…
This was a fun loathe-to-love romance with some well executed fake dating shenanigans. The banter is sharp, the writing is flirty and engaging, and I found myself wanting to keep reading. I really appreciated how the story tackled body dysmorphia and anxiety in the spotlight, adding emotional depth and insight into both Clover and a secondary character without feeling heavy-handed. I did find the transition from fake dating to love confessions a bit rushed, but overall, I really enjoyed this story!
I’m excited to see what Ivy Dawes writes next, maybe about Roman’s sister Jill?
Read this if you’re looking for an enemies-to-lovers, fake dating romance with a Hollywood/PR twist!
Thank you to Ivy Dawes and NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
December 5, 2025
3 stars
Lovestruck is a really nice book from start to finish. The writing style, banter, and character dynamics pull you in quite easily. This is the kind of romance that feels both comfortingly familiar and refreshingly unique. The chemistry between the two main characters is also there—it's cute, believable, and filled with emotional tension. The characters’ personal journeys are thoughtfully written, and by the end, you're really happy for them, not just as a couple, but as who they've become. #characterdevelopmentyay
Thank you lots to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!
Lovestruck is a really nice book from start to finish. The writing style, banter, and character dynamics pull you in quite easily. This is the kind of romance that feels both comfortingly familiar and refreshingly unique. The chemistry between the two main characters is also there—it's cute, believable, and filled with emotional tension. The characters’ personal journeys are thoughtfully written, and by the end, you're really happy for them, not just as a couple, but as who they've become. #characterdevelopmentyay
Thank you lots to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!
November 4, 2025
I’m truly obsessed with this book! It had some of my favorite tropes in it: enemies to lovers, Hollywood romance, and workplace romance. It had me laughing, swooning, and even about to cry at some points. In addition to all the fun Lovestruck tackles some deeper topics, like body dysmorphia and negative self talk. So definitely check your trigger warnings. Overall this was the perfect spicy Hollywood romance! I can’t wait for book 3 in the Starlight Studios series!!
November 4, 2025
I received an advance copy of Lovestruck and really enjoyed it! Reading Starstruck first made me love the characters even more. This sequel had all the charm, chemistry, and heart I was hoping for. The banter and tension between these two was so good. Sweet, emotional, and another great 4-star read from Ivy Dawes!
October 19, 2025
I love love love a good enemies to lovers/fake dating romance. I eat it up! And Clover and Roman did NOT disappoint!! The banter was chefs kiss, the spice was perfect!
Tropes-
Enemies to lovers
Fake dating
Work place romance
Movie star romance
I was so happy to receive this ARC! Thank you, I loved every second of it!!!
I can’t wait to see what Jill gets up to!
Tropes-
Enemies to lovers
Fake dating
Work place romance
Movie star romance
I was so happy to receive this ARC! Thank you, I loved every second of it!!!
I can’t wait to see what Jill gets up to!
November 4, 2025
this was such a cute book!! ever since reading starstruck i’ve been waiting for roman’s book and here we are. loved the banter between roman and clover.
October 15, 2025
ARC Review!
I was so excited to read this book after finishing the first one. The author did an amazing shop train the characters and the struggles that they have within their own careers! I loved Clover and Roman’s story, and how they were so supportive of each other throughout the book. I read this page cover to cover throughout the day very easy read. This book is open door by the way.
Overall rating: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Tropes: fake dating, one bed, and enemies to lovers
I was so excited to read this book after finishing the first one. The author did an amazing shop train the characters and the struggles that they have within their own careers! I loved Clover and Roman’s story, and how they were so supportive of each other throughout the book. I read this page cover to cover throughout the day very easy read. This book is open door by the way.
Overall rating: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Tropes: fake dating, one bed, and enemies to lovers
October 16, 2025
ARC Review
I loved it! I was laughing, crying and ready to punch people right along with the characters. I found that sensitive topics were handled well and the spicy scenes were spicy without being "too much". Behind the romance part of the story is an important message of self love just as much as romantic love from a partner.
I throughly enjoyed this book and I'm honoured to have been selected as part of the launch team to read it before official release 💙✨️
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🔥🔥
I loved it! I was laughing, crying and ready to punch people right along with the characters. I found that sensitive topics were handled well and the spicy scenes were spicy without being "too much". Behind the romance part of the story is an important message of self love just as much as romantic love from a partner.
I throughly enjoyed this book and I'm honoured to have been selected as part of the launch team to read it before official release 💙✨️
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🔥🔥
October 21, 2025
ᴀʀᴄ ʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ!
↬ 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙢𝙮 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙗𝙮 𝙄𝙫𝙮 𝘿𝙖𝙬𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙍𝘾.
★ 𝙄 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖 2.93 𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧 𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙤𝙛 393 𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙂𝙤𝙤𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙨, 𝙨𝙤 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝙢𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬. ★
𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬 𝙗𝙮 @𝙭𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙭
✧ Loathe to Love
✧ Open Door Spice
✧ Workplace Romance
✧ Forced Proximity
✧ Fake Dating
✧ He Falls First
✧ Celebrity Romance
✧ Movie Set
✧ Romantic Comedy
✧ Dual POV
𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐭.
Twenty-eight?
Actor. Lead star of 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘙𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨.
ℕ𝕖𝕡𝕠 𝕓𝕒𝕓𝕪.
Compass on the back of his right hand, winding up to an intricate sleeve up over his pec.
Dark caramel hair and pale blue eyes.
Siblings: James & Jill.
Prolific shit-talker.
Piano player and song writer.
Porsche Panamera.
𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐥𝐲. Sparky.
Twenty-six?
Actress. Lead star of 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘙𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨.
Five-nine.
Wavy long red hair and sea-green eyes.
Chartreux cat named Smokey.
Doesn’t back down from a challenge.
Roman and Clover share undeniable, off-the-charts chemistry, and they're currently co-starring in a superhero film. Roman’s family owns Starlight Studios, the production company behind the movie, but his relationship with his father is tense and strained, which is something Clover notices almost immediately. Though their relationship is just for show, she quickly grows protective of him. Roman can be difficult at times, but that doesn’t stop Clover from fully committing to her role as the perfect fake girlfriend.
Ｒｏｍａｎ ❍ “𝚃𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚌𝚑𝚎𝚖𝚒𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚢 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚍 𝚏𝚎𝚕𝚝… 𝚍𝚒𝚏𝚏𝚎𝚛𝚎𝚗𝚝. 𝙴𝚕𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚛𝚒𝚌 𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚗. 𝙻𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚜𝚑𝚎 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝙼𝚘𝚘𝚗𝚋𝚎𝚊𝚖, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝙴𝚌𝚕𝚒𝚙𝚜𝚎. 𝙸𝚝 𝚏𝚎𝚕𝚝 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚠𝚎 𝚠𝚎𝚛𝚎 𝚖𝚎𝚊𝚗𝚝 𝚝𝚘 𝚍𝚘 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚝𝚘𝚐𝚎𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸 𝚌𝚊𝚗’𝚝 𝚜𝚊𝚢 𝙸’𝚟𝚎 𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚏𝚎𝚕𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚘𝚗𝚐𝚕𝚢 𝚊𝚋𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚊𝚗𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚌𝚝𝚛𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚋𝚎𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚎.”
With some paparazzi scrutiny and relentless speculation about the authenticity of their relationship, Roman and Clover escape the spotlight by taking a short vacation during a break in filming. Away from the cameras, Roman begins to notice that Clover is quietly battling insecurities. Particularly about her body image and her relationship with food. She’s internalizing the harsh criticism from tabloids, focusing more on the negative noise than on how she actually feels in her own skin.
Ｃｌｏｖｅｒ ☪ 𝚂𝚒𝚗𝚌𝚎 𝚖𝚢 𝚖𝚒𝚗𝚍 𝚒𝚜 𝚊𝚙𝚙𝚊𝚛𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚕𝚢 𝚖𝚢 𝚠𝚘𝚛𝚜𝚝 𝚎𝚗𝚎𝚖𝚢, 𝚒𝚝 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚓𝚞𝚛𝚎𝚜 𝚞𝚙 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚜𝚝𝚞𝚙𝚒𝚍 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚜𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗 𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚎 𝚖𝚘𝚛𝚎. 𝙿𝚕𝚊𝚢𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚊 𝚑𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚕𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝 𝚛𝚎𝚎𝚕 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚜𝚑𝚒𝚝𝚝𝚢 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚜 𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚐𝚊𝚒𝚗.
𝙸’𝚟𝚎 𝚋𝚎𝚎𝚗 𝚠𝚘𝚛𝚔𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚑𝚊𝚛𝚍, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚕𝚘𝚐𝚒𝚌𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢, 𝙸 𝚔𝚗𝚘𝚠 𝙸’𝚖 𝚒𝚗 𝚏𝚊𝚗𝚝𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚒𝚌 𝚜𝚑𝚊𝚙𝚎 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚛𝚘𝚕𝚎. 𝙸’𝚖 𝚝𝚊𝚕𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚎𝚍, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸’𝚖 𝚋𝚎𝚊𝚞𝚝𝚒𝚏𝚞𝚕, 𝙸 𝚠𝚘𝚞𝚕𝚍𝚗’𝚝 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚋𝚎𝚎𝚗 𝚌𝚊𝚜𝚝 𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚠𝚒𝚜𝚎. 𝙱𝚞𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚜 𝚜𝚒𝚗𝚔 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚒𝚛 𝚗𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚢 𝚕𝚒𝚝𝚝𝚕𝚎 𝚑𝚘𝚘𝚔𝚜 𝚒𝚗𝚝𝚘 𝚖𝚢 𝚋𝚛𝚊𝚒𝚗.
Roman becomes a steady source of support for Clover, helping her rebuild her confidence and reminding her of her worth beyond the headlines. But as Roman’s feelings for her deepen, he realizes he needs to come clean about a mistake he made early on in their relationship, which is something he can’t ignore if he wants a real chance with her. To make it right, Roman confronts his father, Deacon, even though it means walking straight into a mess. Deacon, true to form, only makes things worse.
Ｃｌｏｖｅｒ ☪ “𝙸 𝚖𝚎𝚊𝚗 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚏𝚛𝚘𝚖 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚋𝚘𝚝𝚝𝚘𝚖 𝚘𝚏 𝚖𝚢 𝚑𝚎𝚊𝚛𝚝. 𝘍𝘶𝘤𝘬. 𝘠𝘰𝘶.”
Thankfully, Clover isn’t facing it all alone. Roman’s sister, Jill, has grown close to her and offers genuine friendship and support, without expecting anything in return. Meanwhile, Roman is ready to risk everything—his career, his family’s approval, even his reputation—just to earn Clover’s forgiveness. And in the end, she does forgive him. More than that, she encourages him to stop living under his father’s shadow and start pursuing the life and dreams he truly wants for himself.
Ｒｏｍａｎ ❍ “𝙸 𝚠𝚒𝚕𝚕 𝚍𝚘 𝚊𝚗𝚢𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚘 𝚏𝚒𝚡 𝚖𝚢 𝚖𝚒𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚔𝚎, 𝙲𝚕𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚛. 𝚈𝚘𝚞 𝚍𝚘𝚗’𝚝 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚐𝚒𝚟𝚎 𝚖𝚎, 𝙸’𝚕𝚕 𝚞𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚒𝚏 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚍𝚘𝚗’𝚝. 𝙱𝚞𝚝 𝚛𝚎𝚐𝚊𝚛𝚍𝚕𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝, 𝙸 𝚗𝚎𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚜𝚎𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚜 𝚛𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝. 𝚈𝚘𝚞 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚊 𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚌𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚋𝚎 𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚔𝚘𝚗𝚎𝚍 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚍𝚎𝚜𝚎𝚛𝚟𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚠𝚑𝚘𝚕𝚎 𝚠𝚘𝚛𝚕𝚍. 𝚈𝚘𝚞 𝚍𝚎𝚜𝚎𝚛𝚟𝚎 𝚠𝚊𝚢 𝚖𝚘𝚛𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗 𝚊𝚗 𝚒𝚍𝚒𝚘𝚝 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚖𝚎, 𝚠𝚑𝚘 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝚝𝚘𝚘 𝚜𝚝𝚞𝚙𝚒𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚊𝚍𝚖𝚒𝚝 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚌𝚕𝚘𝚌𝚔𝚎𝚍 𝚖𝚎 𝚘𝚗 𝚜𝚘𝚖𝚎 𝚜𝚑𝚒𝚝 𝙸 𝚗𝚎𝚎𝚍𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚑𝚎𝚊𝚛. 𝙸’𝚕𝚕 𝚗𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚙 𝚋𝚎𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚜𝚘𝚛𝚛𝚢 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚠𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝙸 𝚍𝚒𝚍, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸’𝚕𝚕 𝚗𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚙 𝚝𝚛𝚢𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚘 𝚖𝚊𝚔𝚎 𝚞𝚙 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚒𝚝.”
ꜱᴛᴀʀꜱᴛʀᴜᴄᴋ【ᴛʜᴇ ꜱᴛᴀʀʟɪɢʜᴛ ꜱᴛᴜᴅɪᴏꜱ ꜱᴇʀɪᴇꜱ #1】『ᴜɴʀᴇᴀᴅ』
ʟᴏᴠᴇꜱᴛʀᴜᴄᴋ【ᴛʜᴇ ꜱᴛᴀʀʟɪɢʜᴛ ꜱᴛᴜᴅɪᴏꜱ ꜱᴇʀɪᴇꜱ #2】★★★☆☆
↬ 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙢𝙮 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙗𝙮 𝙄𝙫𝙮 𝘿𝙖𝙬𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙍𝘾.
★ 𝙄 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖 2.93 𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧 𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙤𝙛 393 𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙂𝙤𝙤𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙨, 𝙨𝙤 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝙢𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬. ★
𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬 𝙗𝙮 @𝙭𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙭
✧ Loathe to Love
✧ Open Door Spice
✧ Workplace Romance
✧ Forced Proximity
✧ Fake Dating
✧ He Falls First
✧ Celebrity Romance
✧ Movie Set
✧ Romantic Comedy
✧ Dual POV
𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐭.
Twenty-eight?
Actor. Lead star of 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘙𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨.
ℕ𝕖𝕡𝕠 𝕓𝕒𝕓𝕪.
Compass on the back of his right hand, winding up to an intricate sleeve up over his pec.
Dark caramel hair and pale blue eyes.
Siblings: James & Jill.
Prolific shit-talker.
Piano player and song writer.
Porsche Panamera.
𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐥𝐲. Sparky.
Twenty-six?
Actress. Lead star of 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘙𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨.
Five-nine.
Wavy long red hair and sea-green eyes.
Chartreux cat named Smokey.
Doesn’t back down from a challenge.
Roman and Clover share undeniable, off-the-charts chemistry, and they're currently co-starring in a superhero film. Roman’s family owns Starlight Studios, the production company behind the movie, but his relationship with his father is tense and strained, which is something Clover notices almost immediately. Though their relationship is just for show, she quickly grows protective of him. Roman can be difficult at times, but that doesn’t stop Clover from fully committing to her role as the perfect fake girlfriend.
Ｒｏｍａｎ ❍ “𝚃𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚌𝚑𝚎𝚖𝚒𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚢 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚍 𝚏𝚎𝚕𝚝… 𝚍𝚒𝚏𝚏𝚎𝚛𝚎𝚗𝚝. 𝙴𝚕𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚛𝚒𝚌 𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚗. 𝙻𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚜𝚑𝚎 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝙼𝚘𝚘𝚗𝚋𝚎𝚊𝚖, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝙴𝚌𝚕𝚒𝚙𝚜𝚎. 𝙸𝚝 𝚏𝚎𝚕𝚝 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚠𝚎 𝚠𝚎𝚛𝚎 𝚖𝚎𝚊𝚗𝚝 𝚝𝚘 𝚍𝚘 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚝𝚘𝚐𝚎𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸 𝚌𝚊𝚗’𝚝 𝚜𝚊𝚢 𝙸’𝚟𝚎 𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚏𝚎𝚕𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚘𝚗𝚐𝚕𝚢 𝚊𝚋𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚊𝚗𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚌𝚝𝚛𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚋𝚎𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚎.”
With some paparazzi scrutiny and relentless speculation about the authenticity of their relationship, Roman and Clover escape the spotlight by taking a short vacation during a break in filming. Away from the cameras, Roman begins to notice that Clover is quietly battling insecurities. Particularly about her body image and her relationship with food. She’s internalizing the harsh criticism from tabloids, focusing more on the negative noise than on how she actually feels in her own skin.
Ｃｌｏｖｅｒ ☪ 𝚂𝚒𝚗𝚌𝚎 𝚖𝚢 𝚖𝚒𝚗𝚍 𝚒𝚜 𝚊𝚙𝚙𝚊𝚛𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚕𝚢 𝚖𝚢 𝚠𝚘𝚛𝚜𝚝 𝚎𝚗𝚎𝚖𝚢, 𝚒𝚝 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚓𝚞𝚛𝚎𝚜 𝚞𝚙 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚜𝚝𝚞𝚙𝚒𝚍 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚜𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗 𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚎 𝚖𝚘𝚛𝚎. 𝙿𝚕𝚊𝚢𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚊 𝚑𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚕𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝 𝚛𝚎𝚎𝚕 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚜𝚑𝚒𝚝𝚝𝚢 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚜 𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚐𝚊𝚒𝚗.
𝙸’𝚟𝚎 𝚋𝚎𝚎𝚗 𝚠𝚘𝚛𝚔𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚑𝚊𝚛𝚍, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚕𝚘𝚐𝚒𝚌𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢, 𝙸 𝚔𝚗𝚘𝚠 𝙸’𝚖 𝚒𝚗 𝚏𝚊𝚗𝚝𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚒𝚌 𝚜𝚑𝚊𝚙𝚎 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚛𝚘𝚕𝚎. 𝙸’𝚖 𝚝𝚊𝚕𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚎𝚍, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸’𝚖 𝚋𝚎𝚊𝚞𝚝𝚒𝚏𝚞𝚕, 𝙸 𝚠𝚘𝚞𝚕𝚍𝚗’𝚝 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚋𝚎𝚎𝚗 𝚌𝚊𝚜𝚝 𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚠𝚒𝚜𝚎. 𝙱𝚞𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚜 𝚜𝚒𝚗𝚔 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚒𝚛 𝚗𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚢 𝚕𝚒𝚝𝚝𝚕𝚎 𝚑𝚘𝚘𝚔𝚜 𝚒𝚗𝚝𝚘 𝚖𝚢 𝚋𝚛𝚊𝚒𝚗.
Roman becomes a steady source of support for Clover, helping her rebuild her confidence and reminding her of her worth beyond the headlines. But as Roman’s feelings for her deepen, he realizes he needs to come clean about a mistake he made early on in their relationship, which is something he can’t ignore if he wants a real chance with her. To make it right, Roman confronts his father, Deacon, even though it means walking straight into a mess. Deacon, true to form, only makes things worse.
Ｃｌｏｖｅｒ ☪ “𝙸 𝚖𝚎𝚊𝚗 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚏𝚛𝚘𝚖 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚋𝚘𝚝𝚝𝚘𝚖 𝚘𝚏 𝚖𝚢 𝚑𝚎𝚊𝚛𝚝. 𝘍𝘶𝘤𝘬. 𝘠𝘰𝘶.”
Thankfully, Clover isn’t facing it all alone. Roman’s sister, Jill, has grown close to her and offers genuine friendship and support, without expecting anything in return. Meanwhile, Roman is ready to risk everything—his career, his family’s approval, even his reputation—just to earn Clover’s forgiveness. And in the end, she does forgive him. More than that, she encourages him to stop living under his father’s shadow and start pursuing the life and dreams he truly wants for himself.
Ｒｏｍａｎ ❍ “𝙸 𝚠𝚒𝚕𝚕 𝚍𝚘 𝚊𝚗𝚢𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚘 𝚏𝚒𝚡 𝚖𝚢 𝚖𝚒𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚔𝚎, 𝙲𝚕𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚛. 𝚈𝚘𝚞 𝚍𝚘𝚗’𝚝 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚐𝚒𝚟𝚎 𝚖𝚎, 𝙸’𝚕𝚕 𝚞𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚒𝚏 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚍𝚘𝚗’𝚝. 𝙱𝚞𝚝 𝚛𝚎𝚐𝚊𝚛𝚍𝚕𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝, 𝙸 𝚗𝚎𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚜𝚎𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚜 𝚛𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝. 𝚈𝚘𝚞 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚊 𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚌𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚋𝚎 𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚔𝚘𝚗𝚎𝚍 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚍𝚎𝚜𝚎𝚛𝚟𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚠𝚑𝚘𝚕𝚎 𝚠𝚘𝚛𝚕𝚍. 𝚈𝚘𝚞 𝚍𝚎𝚜𝚎𝚛𝚟𝚎 𝚠𝚊𝚢 𝚖𝚘𝚛𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗 𝚊𝚗 𝚒𝚍𝚒𝚘𝚝 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚖𝚎, 𝚠𝚑𝚘 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝚝𝚘𝚘 𝚜𝚝𝚞𝚙𝚒𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚊𝚍𝚖𝚒𝚝 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚌𝚕𝚘𝚌𝚔𝚎𝚍 𝚖𝚎 𝚘𝚗 𝚜𝚘𝚖𝚎 𝚜𝚑𝚒𝚝 𝙸 𝚗𝚎𝚎𝚍𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚑𝚎𝚊𝚛. 𝙸’𝚕𝚕 𝚗𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚙 𝚋𝚎𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚜𝚘𝚛𝚛𝚢 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚠𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝙸 𝚍𝚒𝚍, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸’𝚕𝚕 𝚗𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚙 𝚝𝚛𝚢𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚘 𝚖𝚊𝚔𝚎 𝚞𝚙 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚒𝚝.”
ꜱᴛᴀʀꜱᴛʀᴜᴄᴋ【ᴛʜᴇ ꜱᴛᴀʀʟɪɢʜᴛ ꜱᴛᴜᴅɪᴏꜱ ꜱᴇʀɪᴇꜱ #1】『ᴜɴʀᴇᴀᴅ』
ʟᴏᴠᴇꜱᴛʀᴜᴄᴋ【ᴛʜᴇ ꜱᴛᴀʀʟɪɢʜᴛ ꜱᴛᴜᴅɪᴏꜱ ꜱᴇʀɪᴇꜱ #2】★★★☆☆
October 31, 2025
Thanks to Ivy Dawes for an ARC of this book. Thoughts and opinions are my own!OMG!!
Okay, so I actually went out and read Starstruck first, because I'm a little weird and since I had time, felt like reading in order was better. Honestly, you don't have to read that one first if you don't want! While references are made to James and Kat's story, there's nothing that you miss by reading this first! Both books stand on their own with just enough to know they're connected. Anyway, beyond that, I will say that I think I liked this one just a bit more than Starstruck. The chemistry between Roman and Clover was amazing and I loved they way they were together!
Clover was pretty great. I liked how she stood up to Roman from the beginning and even when she was angry she still told him where to shove it. I did get a little...frustrated(?) at her handling of the body image comments. I do think that situation was overall handled well, once it got out in the open, but I did feel like it took a smidge too long to get to that point. Although the flipside is I think that situation did a good job of showing how stuff like that can come up and how it doesn't take much for it to happen. I liked the friendship Clover struck up with Jill and how she was able to lean on her when she needed it. When things went sideways, I liked her finally kicking Anita to the curb because that woman needed a smack.
Roman was also decent. In the last book, you could tell he had issues with Deacon like James did but he was just this side of trying to keep the peace. It was upsetting learning about all the ways Deacon has always been a little sh*t to his kids, including the way he talked down about Roman's love of music. Then the way he handled the whole clause situation (which, yes Roman was an a** to do that in the first place but at least he acknowledged/admitted it and he figured out how to turn it around) was just downright sh*tty, especially after making that not-so-subtle, underhanded "you owe me" comment. Kind of glad(?) that with Deacon's handling of that means that he shouldn't be able to pull that rug out from under him. And the epilogue was super sweet and hopefully Roman and Clover do more of that kind of thing!!
I did wish there'd been a little more about Clover's roommate/that whole situation. There was the day Clover came home when she'd clearly been up to something but we never found out exactly what beyond just some potential "she was snooping probably", especially once her little leak was revealed. Deacon needs to get slapped. In the face. With a bag of bricks. Repeatedly. Then maybe have someone swing a shovel at him too. A**hat. While I'm interested in Jill's story, I'm also very wary of what BS Deacon is going to try and pull with her.
This book releases November 4th, 2025
November 3, 2025
4✨ - Would I recommend? ☑️
⭑ Publication date: 4th November 2025
⭑ Format: Kindle (eBook)
⭑ Genre: Romance - Spicy, Comedy, Celebrity
⭑ Tropes: Enemies to lovers, Loathe to love, Fake dating, He falls first, Open door spice, Forced proximity, Cocky MMC, FMC who takes none of his sh!t, Early 2000s romcom vibes
📚Book 2 in the Interconnected standalone ‘Starlight Studios’ series.
⭑ Book 1 ‘Starstruck’ (A Spicy Celebrity Romcom) is available to read on Kindleunlimited.
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✧ P L O T ✧
Set amongst the bright lights of Hollywood, Lovestruck is centred around up & coming actress Clover Daly & Celebrity actor Roman Everett. When Roman’s co-star drops out of the hotly anticipated movie ‘Darkness Rising’, Clover somehow finds herself stepping into the role & as a Hollywood newbie, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime! Unfortunately, her cocky co-star doesn’t think she’s up to it & even worse, thanks to a clause in her contract the pair are stuck ‘fake dating’ for the foreseeable!
Forget the movie, playing Roman’s girlfriend is going to be her toughest role yet! Or is it….
“Lovestruck is a loathe to love fake dating romance with spicy scenes and a happily-ever-after”
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✧ C H A R A C T E R S ✧
Clover & Roman were fantastic characters both together & as individuals. Their relationship was the perfect blend of sweet & spicy with chemistry that was off the charts. The banter was hilarious but it was the softer, more vulnerable moments that got to me. I appreciated how Ivy approached Roman’s tumultuous relationship with his father & Clover’s self doubt & insecurities with body image with such care. Their journey was quite the emotional rollercoaster but I was so relieved & content with the outcome, who doesn’t love a happy ending 🥰
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✧ F A V O U R I T E • P A R T ✧
No word of a lie, since exiting my kindle app I’ve been having an internal battle as to what my favourite part of the book was. But after much consideration, it was Clover’s bad b!tch, strong willed, takes no sh!t from anyone, I’m actually going to slap you attitude that tipped the scales. The pairs first meeting/screen test sits firmly at the top of the pyramid with the Napa weekend a close second🏆
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✧ F I N A L • T A K E A W A Y ✧
Lovestruck was the first book of Ivy’s that I’ve read but it definitely won’t be the last!
It delivered everything I was hoping for & then some! I’m talking sugar, spice, humour, heartache, banter, growth, palpable tension, redemption & more. You name it, this book has it. Due to that, I really feel like it will appeal to many but for my fellow romance lovers in particular, this will not let you down❣️
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📣 A huge thank you to Ivy Dawes for giving me the opportunity to read this ARC. This is my honest opinion & I’m sharing it voluntarily
⭑ Publication date: 4th November 2025
⭑ Format: Kindle (eBook)
⭑ Genre: Romance - Spicy, Comedy, Celebrity
⭑ Tropes: Enemies to lovers, Loathe to love, Fake dating, He falls first, Open door spice, Forced proximity, Cocky MMC, FMC who takes none of his sh!t, Early 2000s romcom vibes
📚Book 2 in the Interconnected standalone ‘Starlight Studios’ series.
⭑ Book 1 ‘Starstruck’ (A Spicy Celebrity Romcom) is available to read on Kindleunlimited.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
✧ P L O T ✧
Set amongst the bright lights of Hollywood, Lovestruck is centred around up & coming actress Clover Daly & Celebrity actor Roman Everett. When Roman’s co-star drops out of the hotly anticipated movie ‘Darkness Rising’, Clover somehow finds herself stepping into the role & as a Hollywood newbie, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime! Unfortunately, her cocky co-star doesn’t think she’s up to it & even worse, thanks to a clause in her contract the pair are stuck ‘fake dating’ for the foreseeable!
Forget the movie, playing Roman’s girlfriend is going to be her toughest role yet! Or is it….
“Lovestruck is a loathe to love fake dating romance with spicy scenes and a happily-ever-after”
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
✧ C H A R A C T E R S ✧
Clover & Roman were fantastic characters both together & as individuals. Their relationship was the perfect blend of sweet & spicy with chemistry that was off the charts. The banter was hilarious but it was the softer, more vulnerable moments that got to me. I appreciated how Ivy approached Roman’s tumultuous relationship with his father & Clover’s self doubt & insecurities with body image with such care. Their journey was quite the emotional rollercoaster but I was so relieved & content with the outcome, who doesn’t love a happy ending 🥰
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
✧ F A V O U R I T E • P A R T ✧
No word of a lie, since exiting my kindle app I’ve been having an internal battle as to what my favourite part of the book was. But after much consideration, it was Clover’s bad b!tch, strong willed, takes no sh!t from anyone, I’m actually going to slap you attitude that tipped the scales. The pairs first meeting/screen test sits firmly at the top of the pyramid with the Napa weekend a close second🏆
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
✧ F I N A L • T A K E A W A Y ✧
Lovestruck was the first book of Ivy’s that I’ve read but it definitely won’t be the last!
It delivered everything I was hoping for & then some! I’m talking sugar, spice, humour, heartache, banter, growth, palpable tension, redemption & more. You name it, this book has it. Due to that, I really feel like it will appeal to many but for my fellow romance lovers in particular, this will not let you down❣️
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📣 A huge thank you to Ivy Dawes for giving me the opportunity to read this ARC. This is my honest opinion & I’m sharing it voluntarily
November 5, 2025
They’re one pap walk away from romance… or a TMZ-worthy breakdown. 🍿
Lovestruck- by Ivy Dawes
🎬Blurb🎬
I want to punch my arrogant, hot co-star in his stupid, beautiful face. I have to pretend to love Roman Everett on screen, and thanks to the film studio, I have to fake date him too. But it's hard to hate someone who looks like... that. Not only do I want to punch that beautiful face, I also want to kiss it. What's worse? I'm trying to live up to everyone's expectations of me. Just when I feel like l'm about to break, Roman surprises me and seems like someone I can lean on. Roman Everett may be a great actor on-screen... but the role he plays in our relationship is feeling less like a character, and more like he might really want this.
🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
She didn’t mean to fall for him. She just meant to insult him creatively.
Lovestruck is the literary equivalent of a rom-com movie you swear you’ll watch just for the plot… and then find yourself fully feral over the co-stars’ chemistry five minutes in.
We follow Clover, who is one sarcastic comment away from committing a felony against her insufferably attractive co-star, Roman Everett. On screen, they’re paid to pretend they’re madly in love; off screen, she would like to (lovingly) punch that perfect face right off his head. And then, because the universe enjoys chaos, the studio decides the only thing better than their fake on-screen romance… is a fake off-screen one too.
Let me tell you: the banter is Olympic level, the tension is illegal in several states, and Roman? That man has mastered the art of being both infuriating and devastatingly soft…like if a smug smirk and a forehead kiss had a baby.
What I loved is how the book balances the glitter of Hollywood with the quieter, aching pressure of being “on” all the time. Beneath the memes, the heat, and the publicist approved hand holding, there’s a real tenderness…two people trying to figure out who they are when everyone else thinks they already know.
By the halfway mark, I was unwell in the best way: laughing at their bickering, swooning at the soft moments, and pausing to scream into a pillow every time a “for the cameras” kiss went way too hard to be acting.
This isn’t just enemies-to-lovers with fake dating spice. It’s a story about being seen, supported, and chosen without the spotlight. It’s charming, chaotic, swoony, and sprinkled with just enough emotional depth to make your heart do that “oh no I care about them” thing. I giggled. I swooned. I ascended.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you to the Author for allowing me to ARC read this chaotic in the best way possible story for you.
Lovestruck- by Ivy Dawes
🎬Blurb🎬
I want to punch my arrogant, hot co-star in his stupid, beautiful face. I have to pretend to love Roman Everett on screen, and thanks to the film studio, I have to fake date him too. But it's hard to hate someone who looks like... that. Not only do I want to punch that beautiful face, I also want to kiss it. What's worse? I'm trying to live up to everyone's expectations of me. Just when I feel like l'm about to break, Roman surprises me and seems like someone I can lean on. Roman Everett may be a great actor on-screen... but the role he plays in our relationship is feeling less like a character, and more like he might really want this.
🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿🍿
She didn’t mean to fall for him. She just meant to insult him creatively.
Lovestruck is the literary equivalent of a rom-com movie you swear you’ll watch just for the plot… and then find yourself fully feral over the co-stars’ chemistry five minutes in.
We follow Clover, who is one sarcastic comment away from committing a felony against her insufferably attractive co-star, Roman Everett. On screen, they’re paid to pretend they’re madly in love; off screen, she would like to (lovingly) punch that perfect face right off his head. And then, because the universe enjoys chaos, the studio decides the only thing better than their fake on-screen romance… is a fake off-screen one too.
Let me tell you: the banter is Olympic level, the tension is illegal in several states, and Roman? That man has mastered the art of being both infuriating and devastatingly soft…like if a smug smirk and a forehead kiss had a baby.
What I loved is how the book balances the glitter of Hollywood with the quieter, aching pressure of being “on” all the time. Beneath the memes, the heat, and the publicist approved hand holding, there’s a real tenderness…two people trying to figure out who they are when everyone else thinks they already know.
By the halfway mark, I was unwell in the best way: laughing at their bickering, swooning at the soft moments, and pausing to scream into a pillow every time a “for the cameras” kiss went way too hard to be acting.
This isn’t just enemies-to-lovers with fake dating spice. It’s a story about being seen, supported, and chosen without the spotlight. It’s charming, chaotic, swoony, and sprinkled with just enough emotional depth to make your heart do that “oh no I care about them” thing. I giggled. I swooned. I ascended.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you to the Author for allowing me to ARC read this chaotic in the best way possible story for you.
November 2, 2025
3.5 STARS 🌟
2 🌶️
Thank you to Ivy Dawes and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book early. This is book 2 in the StarLight Studios series, but you could read it as a standalone. This one is perfect if you are looking for a Hollywood glam and PR relationship style romance. If you like action or comic book movies, I think that you might really enjoy it because the movie they are working on is an in -universe comic book movie.
Roman, our MMC is a seasoned actor working for his family’s company, and Clover, our FMC is best known for a single memorable commercial, share far more chemistry (both on and off the screen) than either of them expected. Fortunately, that works in their favour, since they must fake date to promote their upcoming movie. What begins on the wrong foot turns into the start of their own love story and a well-earned happily ever after.
This was such a quick, fun, and engaging read! As a fan of the loathe -to-lovers trope, I thought that this was well executed. The characters were vibrant and entertaining, and I especially loved the witty banter between Clover and Roman. These two definitely have that loathe to loved each other from when they first met, but as we watch their story evolve into love it is evident that this entire thing was meant to be.
When Roman’s previous co-star is let go, he meets clover and there is an instant connection… but it’s a loathe to love situation that we are dealing with. They don’t really want to like each other, but are forced into a PR relationship to give postive press to their upcoming movie. This includes everything from staged meet ups, to attending a planned vacation to Napa Valley until everything gets complicated and real feels emerge. This book was fun, flirty and kept me up late reading it. Roman and Clover’s dynamic was so entertaining, and you wanted to see where this was all going to end up. The spice was good, it was enough that it kept you wanting more as the story went on. There was definitely a moment that I was a standout. The spicy banter between them was at moments blush worthy because there was definitely some times were it got a little HOT… and you are nodding your head “GET IT”!!
Tropes:
* Loathe to love
* Fake dating / PR relationship
* Celebrities
* Workplace Romance
* He Falls First
* “Fight Scenes choreography” moments…
* She gets injured and he gets enraged…
Would definitely recommend this one and Ivy’s first book as well.
2 🌶️
Thank you to Ivy Dawes and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book early. This is book 2 in the StarLight Studios series, but you could read it as a standalone. This one is perfect if you are looking for a Hollywood glam and PR relationship style romance. If you like action or comic book movies, I think that you might really enjoy it because the movie they are working on is an in -universe comic book movie.
Roman, our MMC is a seasoned actor working for his family’s company, and Clover, our FMC is best known for a single memorable commercial, share far more chemistry (both on and off the screen) than either of them expected. Fortunately, that works in their favour, since they must fake date to promote their upcoming movie. What begins on the wrong foot turns into the start of their own love story and a well-earned happily ever after.
This was such a quick, fun, and engaging read! As a fan of the loathe -to-lovers trope, I thought that this was well executed. The characters were vibrant and entertaining, and I especially loved the witty banter between Clover and Roman. These two definitely have that loathe to loved each other from when they first met, but as we watch their story evolve into love it is evident that this entire thing was meant to be.
When Roman’s previous co-star is let go, he meets clover and there is an instant connection… but it’s a loathe to love situation that we are dealing with. They don’t really want to like each other, but are forced into a PR relationship to give postive press to their upcoming movie. This includes everything from staged meet ups, to attending a planned vacation to Napa Valley until everything gets complicated and real feels emerge. This book was fun, flirty and kept me up late reading it. Roman and Clover’s dynamic was so entertaining, and you wanted to see where this was all going to end up. The spice was good, it was enough that it kept you wanting more as the story went on. There was definitely a moment that I was a standout. The spicy banter between them was at moments blush worthy because there was definitely some times were it got a little HOT… and you are nodding your head “GET IT”!!
Tropes:
* Loathe to love
* Fake dating / PR relationship
* Celebrities
* Workplace Romance
* He Falls First
* “Fight Scenes choreography” moments…
* She gets injured and he gets enraged…
Would definitely recommend this one and Ivy’s first book as well.
October 18, 2025
"How typical, a man trying to take credit for something a woman did on her own."
Can I just say that I LOVED the two main characters in this? They are both headstrong and broken in their own ways. Clover is a feisty woman with undiscovered talent as an actress, trying hard to get her big break in Hollywood. In contrast, Roman is a big-time celebrity and nepo baby that has grown up in and surrounded by people in the industry. When Roman finds out Clover, who has no feature films under her belt, is trying out for the lead female part in opposition with him for a huge Marvel-like film, he is not happy, and loudly expresses this, thus the two of them get off on the wrong foot right away. The tension between them only heightens after Clover nails the audition. Now the two actors, who have instant-dislike for each other, are not only going to be starring in a massive production together, but there is a fake dating clause in the contract. Let the fun begin!
I found Clover to be such a real character with real struggles, including low self-esteem and body image issues. TW for an unspecified and undiagnosed ED, which was done with the care and authenticity that was so well written by Ivy Dawes. I love how Clover wasn't afraid to give it straight to Roman, calling him out without mincing her words: "If your last name wasn't Everett, you wouldn't get even half the opportunities you've had. You owe everything you've got to that name, so don't you dare tell me I haven't earned my successes when you have no idea what it's like to actually earn one." Mic drop, girl.
For all of his arrogance, Roman is more complex than your average rich celebrity. He has a contentious relationship with his assh*le of a father (you'll want to punch him) and struggles with his own secret fears of people only seeing him for his last name and who his family is, not for his true self. Sure, he acts childishly in the beginning of the story (I won't spoil what he does, but it's a real d*ck move), but he learns from it and we see his growth as the story progresses.
I highly recommend you check this book out if you like rom coms with depth, two multifaceted characters that go from enemies-to-lovers, Hollywood glamour, and cats because Smokey is the best!
Thank you to Victory Editing/NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Can I just say that I LOVED the two main characters in this? They are both headstrong and broken in their own ways. Clover is a feisty woman with undiscovered talent as an actress, trying hard to get her big break in Hollywood. In contrast, Roman is a big-time celebrity and nepo baby that has grown up in and surrounded by people in the industry. When Roman finds out Clover, who has no feature films under her belt, is trying out for the lead female part in opposition with him for a huge Marvel-like film, he is not happy, and loudly expresses this, thus the two of them get off on the wrong foot right away. The tension between them only heightens after Clover nails the audition. Now the two actors, who have instant-dislike for each other, are not only going to be starring in a massive production together, but there is a fake dating clause in the contract. Let the fun begin!
I found Clover to be such a real character with real struggles, including low self-esteem and body image issues. TW for an unspecified and undiagnosed ED, which was done with the care and authenticity that was so well written by Ivy Dawes. I love how Clover wasn't afraid to give it straight to Roman, calling him out without mincing her words: "If your last name wasn't Everett, you wouldn't get even half the opportunities you've had. You owe everything you've got to that name, so don't you dare tell me I haven't earned my successes when you have no idea what it's like to actually earn one." Mic drop, girl.
For all of his arrogance, Roman is more complex than your average rich celebrity. He has a contentious relationship with his assh*le of a father (you'll want to punch him) and struggles with his own secret fears of people only seeing him for his last name and who his family is, not for his true self. Sure, he acts childishly in the beginning of the story (I won't spoil what he does, but it's a real d*ck move), but he learns from it and we see his growth as the story progresses.
I highly recommend you check this book out if you like rom coms with depth, two multifaceted characters that go from enemies-to-lovers, Hollywood glamour, and cats because Smokey is the best!
Thank you to Victory Editing/NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
November 10, 2025
A nice and spicy book about an actress getting her first break fake dating an established male celebrity, both of whom overcome their misconceptions about each other and have a genuine romance that blossoms. A fun (and at times, not as fun) glimpse into the world of Hollywood including its glitz but also its realities. Did not read the first book in the series (which I am sure I will go back and read but not necessary to enjoy this). Also genuinely enjoyed the portrayal of mental health issues – it felt very realistic without being overdone.
An ARC was provided in exchange for an honest review - thank you @Netgalley and @ivydawes.
Blurb:
I want to punch my arrogant, hot co-star in his stupid, beautiful face.
I have to pretend to love Roman Everett on screen, and thanks to the film studio, I have to fake date him too. But it’s hard to hate someone who looks like… that.
Not only do I want to punch that beautiful face, I also want to kiss it.
What’s worse? I’m trying to live up to everyone’s expectations of me. Just when I feel like I’m about to break, Roman surprises me and seems like someone I can lean on.
Roman Everett may be a great actor on-screen… but the role he plays in our relationship is feeling less like a character, and more like he might really want this.
Lovestruck is a loathe to love fake dating romance with spicy scenes and a happily-ever-after. It is the second book in the Starlight Studios Series, and can be read as a standalone.
Tropes:
• Loathe to love
• Fake dating
• Celebrities
• Workplace Romance
• He falls first
Content Warning. Lovestruck contains:
• Explicit sex scenes between consenting adults (on page)
• Explicit sex scene involving a hand on the throat (on page)
• Explicit language (on page)
• FMC experiencing body dysmorphia (on page)
• FMC having negative self talk (on page)
• FMC reading and hearing negative comments about her body (on page, not from MMC)
• FMC experiencing disordered eating - restriction and use of pills (mentions of restriction, not explicit, on page)
• Panic attack (on page)
• Alcohol consumption (on page)
• Smoking (on page)
An ARC was provided in exchange for an honest review - thank you @Netgalley and @ivydawes.
Blurb:
I want to punch my arrogant, hot co-star in his stupid, beautiful face.
I have to pretend to love Roman Everett on screen, and thanks to the film studio, I have to fake date him too. But it’s hard to hate someone who looks like… that.
Not only do I want to punch that beautiful face, I also want to kiss it.
What’s worse? I’m trying to live up to everyone’s expectations of me. Just when I feel like I’m about to break, Roman surprises me and seems like someone I can lean on.
Roman Everett may be a great actor on-screen… but the role he plays in our relationship is feeling less like a character, and more like he might really want this.
Lovestruck is a loathe to love fake dating romance with spicy scenes and a happily-ever-after. It is the second book in the Starlight Studios Series, and can be read as a standalone.
Tropes:
• Loathe to love
• Fake dating
• Celebrities
• Workplace Romance
• He falls first
Content Warning. Lovestruck contains:
• Explicit sex scenes between consenting adults (on page)
• Explicit sex scene involving a hand on the throat (on page)
• Explicit language (on page)
• FMC experiencing body dysmorphia (on page)
• FMC having negative self talk (on page)
• FMC reading and hearing negative comments about her body (on page, not from MMC)
• FMC experiencing disordered eating - restriction and use of pills (mentions of restriction, not explicit, on page)
• Panic attack (on page)
• Alcohol consumption (on page)
• Smoking (on page)
November 5, 2025
Thank you to netgalley and Victory Editing for letting me read a copy of this early ♥
If you love fake dating, enemies to lovers, workplace romance, and mental health representation I would really recommend giving this a go.
Clover has been waiting to have her big break as an actress and finally manages to book a dream role - playing the co lead in a new superhero franchise. The only issue? She needs to enter a PR relationship with her much more famous costar Roman but both of them have their own reasons for not liking the other. What starts as just being a contractual agreement grows and develops and the duel POV means we are never kept guessing about how they really feel towards each other.
I love fake dating and I feel that this one was done really well - I did feel the pacing towards them changing the relationship to real felt a little rushed which stopped this being more then 4 stars.
Clover was such a strong FMC and stood up for herself and what she believed in refusing to be bullied but at the same time showed so much vulnerability and how others can really impact her. I felt that some of the issues she faces around food where handled with care but I wish some more of her recovering was touched on and explored. If this is something which you found difficult to read and triggering to read please look after yourself - it is a topic which is a subplot through out the book and so only read if you feel you are in a place to cope with this.
I did not love the issue at the end and felt it was resolved a little fast but had been wondering through out the book how Roman would deal with a topic and enjoyed that he owned up and took ownership of the actions that he did and how they impacted others; making an effort to address and fix this in any way that he could.
This was my first book by Ivy and it has made me want to go back and read starstruck and I am going to be keeping an eye out for the story around Roman's sister Jill and can't wait to see how her anxiety is explored and discussed more then it was in here.
If you love fake dating, enemies to lovers, workplace romance, and mental health representation I would really recommend giving this a go.
Clover has been waiting to have her big break as an actress and finally manages to book a dream role - playing the co lead in a new superhero franchise. The only issue? She needs to enter a PR relationship with her much more famous costar Roman but both of them have their own reasons for not liking the other. What starts as just being a contractual agreement grows and develops and the duel POV means we are never kept guessing about how they really feel towards each other.
I love fake dating and I feel that this one was done really well - I did feel the pacing towards them changing the relationship to real felt a little rushed which stopped this being more then 4 stars.
Clover was such a strong FMC and stood up for herself and what she believed in refusing to be bullied but at the same time showed so much vulnerability and how others can really impact her. I felt that some of the issues she faces around food where handled with care but I wish some more of her recovering was touched on and explored. If this is something which you found difficult to read and triggering to read please look after yourself - it is a topic which is a subplot through out the book and so only read if you feel you are in a place to cope with this.
I did not love the issue at the end and felt it was resolved a little fast but had been wondering through out the book how Roman would deal with a topic and enjoyed that he owned up and took ownership of the actions that he did and how they impacted others; making an effort to address and fix this in any way that he could.
This was my first book by Ivy and it has made me want to go back and read starstruck and I am going to be keeping an eye out for the story around Roman's sister Jill and can't wait to see how her anxiety is explored and discussed more then it was in here.
October 30, 2025
From the first line—“I want to punch my arrogant, hot co-star in his stupid, beautiful face”—I knew Lovestruck was going to be the kind of rom-com that crackles with energy. Ivy Dawes nails the push-and-pull of enemies-to-lovers and the sparkling chaos of Hollywood, wrapping it in all the tension that comes from pretending to love someone you definitely shouldn’t.
Our heroine is sharp, driven, and teetering under the pressure of living up to everyone’s expectations. She’s finally landed a huge role, but her co-star, Roman Everett, is infuriatingly confident, effortlessly charming, and—of course—gorgeous. When the studio forces them into a fake-dating PR stunt, their off-screen hostility becomes dangerously close to heat. What starts as barbed banter turns into stolen glances, inside jokes, and the kind of chemistry that burns brighter than the camera lights.
Roman’s quiet vulnerability is what makes this book shine. Beneath the Hollywood persona, he’s all heart—protective, thoughtful, and absolutely smitten long before she catches up. The “he falls first” angle makes every scene ache just a little bit. There’s humor (plenty of “accidental” touches and deliciously awkward interviews), but there’s also heart—especially as both characters drop their masks and show who they are behind the spotlight.
By the time the fake dating starts to feel all too real, Lovestruck delivers every emotional payoff you’d want from a loathe-to-love romance. It’s cinematic, steamy, and sweet in all the right ways. Think: The Hating Game meets Notting Hill—but with more heat, more Hollywood chaos, and a hero who’s hopelessly lovestruck for the one woman determined not to need him.
Verdict: A perfect mix of glitz, snark, and sincerity. You’ll laugh, swoon, and maybe even tear up a little when the final scene fades to black.
Thanks to NetGalley and Victory Editing for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Our heroine is sharp, driven, and teetering under the pressure of living up to everyone’s expectations. She’s finally landed a huge role, but her co-star, Roman Everett, is infuriatingly confident, effortlessly charming, and—of course—gorgeous. When the studio forces them into a fake-dating PR stunt, their off-screen hostility becomes dangerously close to heat. What starts as barbed banter turns into stolen glances, inside jokes, and the kind of chemistry that burns brighter than the camera lights.
Roman’s quiet vulnerability is what makes this book shine. Beneath the Hollywood persona, he’s all heart—protective, thoughtful, and absolutely smitten long before she catches up. The “he falls first” angle makes every scene ache just a little bit. There’s humor (plenty of “accidental” touches and deliciously awkward interviews), but there’s also heart—especially as both characters drop their masks and show who they are behind the spotlight.
By the time the fake dating starts to feel all too real, Lovestruck delivers every emotional payoff you’d want from a loathe-to-love romance. It’s cinematic, steamy, and sweet in all the right ways. Think: The Hating Game meets Notting Hill—but with more heat, more Hollywood chaos, and a hero who’s hopelessly lovestruck for the one woman determined not to need him.
Verdict: A perfect mix of glitz, snark, and sincerity. You’ll laugh, swoon, and maybe even tear up a little when the final scene fades to black.
Thanks to NetGalley and Victory Editing for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
November 2, 2025
I was so excited to get my hands on this ARC of Ivy Dawes’ Lovestruck! As a fan after reading the first book in the series, Starstruck, I jumped straight into this enemies-to-lovers story with Roman and Clover. This book is without a doubt an entertaining and enjoyable read, and I think it’s a solid choice for anyone looking for a fun escape.
First up, the "enemies" part was totally nailed. The initial hostility and tension felt so real and totally earned. The chemistry between Roman and Clover was definitely strong, and the build-up of heat was really engaging, which kept the pages turning. A huge highlight for me was the deeply supportive sibling relationship between Roman and his sister, Jill—it was warm, well-developed, and it’s definitely got me hyped up for her story next.
But, I have to be honest, the transition during the crucial "fake dating" phase was a little too abrupt for me, which is why it ended up being a 3-star read. They went from loathing each other to being in love way too fast! While the plot was pushing them together quickly, the pacing which took them from high heat to real, deep emotional intimacy felt rushed. It felt like the plot just accelerated, and the emotional journey got a bit left behind.
Also, some important character threads, like Clover’s relationship with food, were introduced and then seemed to be dropped without a proper resolution. I wish we’d got a bit more closure and depth there—it felt like a missed opportunity.
All in all, Lovestruck is a super fun, fast-paced read with brilliant banter and solid chemistry. While I wished for a smoother emotional landing for Roman and Clover, I really enjoyed my time in this world and I’ll absolutely be back for Jill’s book.
Thanks to Victory Editing and Netgalley for the ARC!
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First up, the "enemies" part was totally nailed. The initial hostility and tension felt so real and totally earned. The chemistry between Roman and Clover was definitely strong, and the build-up of heat was really engaging, which kept the pages turning. A huge highlight for me was the deeply supportive sibling relationship between Roman and his sister, Jill—it was warm, well-developed, and it’s definitely got me hyped up for her story next.
But, I have to be honest, the transition during the crucial "fake dating" phase was a little too abrupt for me, which is why it ended up being a 3-star read. They went from loathing each other to being in love way too fast! While the plot was pushing them together quickly, the pacing which took them from high heat to real, deep emotional intimacy felt rushed. It felt like the plot just accelerated, and the emotional journey got a bit left behind.
Also, some important character threads, like Clover’s relationship with food, were introduced and then seemed to be dropped without a proper resolution. I wish we’d got a bit more closure and depth there—it felt like a missed opportunity.
All in all, Lovestruck is a super fun, fast-paced read with brilliant banter and solid chemistry. While I wished for a smoother emotional landing for Roman and Clover, I really enjoyed my time in this world and I’ll absolutely be back for Jill’s book.
Thanks to Victory Editing and Netgalley for the ARC!
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November 10, 2025
Quick Summary: A nepo baby, enemies to lovers romance
My Review: Lovestruck by Ivy Dawes is book #2 in The Starlight Studios series. It was released on 11/4/25.
About the Book: "I want to punch my arrogant, hot co-star in his stupid, beautiful face.
Not only do I want to punch that beautiful face, I also want to kiss it."
In My Own Words: Two co-stars who initially have a low tolerance for each other find themselves in a Hollywood style arrangement. It soon becomes more than either expected.
My Final Say: This was a potent read. Wrapped up in nepo privilege, arrogance and regret, the male lead [Roman], thankfully demonstrates growth, which he needed to do. He finds a backbone and champions the woman he loves. Not that she needed it. She [Clover] was strong and determined. Even when her heart was broken, she kept her head up. I was all for it. She was a boss when she needed to be.
What impressed me about this story was the way that body image was tackled. Also, familial expectations and the matter of unhealthy dynamics were addressed.
Other: Readers who enjoy contemporary romances with fake dating, close proximity, and enemies to lovers elements should like this story. The emotional arc makes this novel well worth a look-see.
Indicated Tropes:
💗 Loathe to love
😉 Fake dating
🕶️ Celebrities
❤️ Workplace Romance
🥰 He Falls First
Rating: 4.5/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: A
Re-read: Yes
Status/Level: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
Series: Yes
Cover: +
Appreciation is extended to the author, to the publisher (Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op), and to NetGalley. Thank you so much for granting access to a digital ARC of this title in exchange for an honest critique. The words I have voluntarily shared are my own thoughts and opinions. I am grateful for the opportunity to read this work of fiction. I look forward to continuing with this series.
My Review: Lovestruck by Ivy Dawes is book #2 in The Starlight Studios series. It was released on 11/4/25.
About the Book: "I want to punch my arrogant, hot co-star in his stupid, beautiful face.
Not only do I want to punch that beautiful face, I also want to kiss it."
In My Own Words: Two co-stars who initially have a low tolerance for each other find themselves in a Hollywood style arrangement. It soon becomes more than either expected.
My Final Say: This was a potent read. Wrapped up in nepo privilege, arrogance and regret, the male lead [Roman], thankfully demonstrates growth, which he needed to do. He finds a backbone and champions the woman he loves. Not that she needed it. She [Clover] was strong and determined. Even when her heart was broken, she kept her head up. I was all for it. She was a boss when she needed to be.
What impressed me about this story was the way that body image was tackled. Also, familial expectations and the matter of unhealthy dynamics were addressed.
Other: Readers who enjoy contemporary romances with fake dating, close proximity, and enemies to lovers elements should like this story. The emotional arc makes this novel well worth a look-see.
Indicated Tropes:
💗 Loathe to love
😉 Fake dating
🕶️ Celebrities
❤️ Workplace Romance
🥰 He Falls First
Rating: 4.5/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: A
Re-read: Yes
Status/Level: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
Series: Yes
Cover: +
Appreciation is extended to the author, to the publisher (Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op), and to NetGalley. Thank you so much for granting access to a digital ARC of this title in exchange for an honest critique. The words I have voluntarily shared are my own thoughts and opinions. I am grateful for the opportunity to read this work of fiction. I look forward to continuing with this series.
October 26, 2025
“ARC REVIEW” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ star read for me!!
“Lovestruck” is the second book in the Starlight Studios series! It’s a story about two actors, and the most exciting part? They start as enemies and end up in love—my absolute favourite! Roman and Clover’s banter is so much fun to read, and their witty responses are hilarious! And Roman’s nickname for her, “Sparky,” is just too good! It’s a light, sweet romance with cute little moments that give enemies a boost of energy. Plus, the fake dating and open-door spice are just perfect!
ROMAN EVERETT: A famous actor with a body like a Greek god and sexy tattoos that do things to you! 🔥🔥 I can’t stop picturing him! He played a superhero in the movie, and he has that aura. He hates Clover to the core, but he still can’t resist her. The way he teases her is so fun, I was giggling the whole time. From being an enemy to a caring lover, he was everything a perfect MMC could have!
”Close your eyes, I’ve got you.”
CLOVER DALY: The strongest FMC who doesn’t take anyone’s nonsense. With her snarky replies, she was witty, smart, and a very interesting character. The way she makes Roman work up and gives him a hard time is just amazing! I really enjoyed her and Jill’s friendship too, it was quite overwhelming. I really like how hardworking and courageous her character was!
Both of them have their own baggage and troubles to deal with, and with their arrangement and support, how they overcome their problems and get the courage to stand up for what they deserve is written so interestingly!
If you’re into soft romance and these tropes, this one is definitely for you:
• Enemies to Lovers
• Fake Dating
• Workplace Romance
• He Falls First
• Dual POV
• Good level of spice! 🌶️🌶️
“Lovestruck” is the second book in the Starlight Studios series! It’s a story about two actors, and the most exciting part? They start as enemies and end up in love—my absolute favourite! Roman and Clover’s banter is so much fun to read, and their witty responses are hilarious! And Roman’s nickname for her, “Sparky,” is just too good! It’s a light, sweet romance with cute little moments that give enemies a boost of energy. Plus, the fake dating and open-door spice are just perfect!
ROMAN EVERETT: A famous actor with a body like a Greek god and sexy tattoos that do things to you! 🔥🔥 I can’t stop picturing him! He played a superhero in the movie, and he has that aura. He hates Clover to the core, but he still can’t resist her. The way he teases her is so fun, I was giggling the whole time. From being an enemy to a caring lover, he was everything a perfect MMC could have!
”Close your eyes, I’ve got you.”
CLOVER DALY: The strongest FMC who doesn’t take anyone’s nonsense. With her snarky replies, she was witty, smart, and a very interesting character. The way she makes Roman work up and gives him a hard time is just amazing! I really enjoyed her and Jill’s friendship too, it was quite overwhelming. I really like how hardworking and courageous her character was!
Both of them have their own baggage and troubles to deal with, and with their arrangement and support, how they overcome their problems and get the courage to stand up for what they deserve is written so interestingly!
If you’re into soft romance and these tropes, this one is definitely for you:
• Enemies to Lovers
• Fake Dating
• Workplace Romance
• He Falls First
• Dual POV
• Good level of spice! 🌶️🌶️
October 27, 2025
Enemies to lovers and celebrity romance? SOLD.
Roman, a seasoned actor working for his family’s company, and Clover, best known for a single memorable commercial, share far more chemistry (both on and off the screen) than either of them expected. Fortunately, that works in their favour, since they must fake date to promote their upcoming movie. What begins on the wrong foot turns into the start of their own love story and a well-earned happily ever after.
This was such a quick, fun, and engaging read! As a devoted fan of the enemies-to-lovers trope, I breezed through it in just two sittings. The characters were vibrant and entertaining, and I especially loved the witty banter between Clover and Roman. Roman’s sister, Jill, completely stole my heart as well (she was such a standout! I wish I had her baking abilities!).
While I enjoyed the pacing overall, it did feel a bit too fast in places, with a few elements that could have used more depth (the snitch roommate and the rushed ending, for example). The chemistry between the main characters also felt slightly uneven. It wasn’t instalove, but some of their conversations lacked the spark I was hoping for.
Although this is the second book in the series, I had no trouble following along without having read the first. The side characters were easy to keep track of, and now book one is firmly on my TBR list. I’ll also be eagerly waiting for book three... especially if it gives us more of Jill’s story!
Overall, this was an enjoyable 4-star read that I would happily recommend to a friend.
Thank you to NetGalley and Victory Editing for the ARC. All opinions are my own
Roman, a seasoned actor working for his family’s company, and Clover, best known for a single memorable commercial, share far more chemistry (both on and off the screen) than either of them expected. Fortunately, that works in their favour, since they must fake date to promote their upcoming movie. What begins on the wrong foot turns into the start of their own love story and a well-earned happily ever after.
This was such a quick, fun, and engaging read! As a devoted fan of the enemies-to-lovers trope, I breezed through it in just two sittings. The characters were vibrant and entertaining, and I especially loved the witty banter between Clover and Roman. Roman’s sister, Jill, completely stole my heart as well (she was such a standout! I wish I had her baking abilities!).
While I enjoyed the pacing overall, it did feel a bit too fast in places, with a few elements that could have used more depth (the snitch roommate and the rushed ending, for example). The chemistry between the main characters also felt slightly uneven. It wasn’t instalove, but some of their conversations lacked the spark I was hoping for.
Although this is the second book in the series, I had no trouble following along without having read the first. The side characters were easy to keep track of, and now book one is firmly on my TBR list. I’ll also be eagerly waiting for book three... especially if it gives us more of Jill’s story!
Overall, this was an enjoyable 4-star read that I would happily recommend to a friend.
Thank you to NetGalley and Victory Editing for the ARC. All opinions are my own
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