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My name is Courtney Jane Salinger...
and I just got married.


I was sick of Netflix and chilling, hanging out, catfishing, ghosting, break-ups, make-ups, and games.

So, what did I do?

I signed up with a married-at-first-sight matchmaking service,
and I married the man who was waiting for me at the altar.

We did it.
We’re married.
He’s mine.
I’m his.
Man and wife.
Missus and Mister.

Except…
We barely know each other.
We’ve never lived together.

Turns out I’m an early bird, and he’s a night owl.
He works nights and I work all day.
His parents keep asking when we’re having kids,
while mine keep emailing me the names of divorce lawyers.
Women everywhere want to get in his pants, including
his omnipresent ex … and my newly-single boss can’t seem
to get the hint that I am off the market.

No one thinks we can make it.
And now I’m starting to wonder too.

Being arranged was just the beginning.
Is happily-ever-after even possible?

250 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 20, 2019

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Katy Regnery

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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Katy Regnery has a heart for smart romance featuring strong women and decent men. Almost exclusively self-published, Katy claims authorship of over 60 titles, including three RITA® finalists. Translated into French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, and Turkish, Katy has sold over 1.8 million books worldwide.

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1,521 reviews218 followers
September 16, 2019
Arrange Us by Katy Regnery is book two in the Arranged Duo series and continues the story of Josh and Courtney. Arrange Us picks up from where Arrange Me, left off. Courtney and Josh are married, but they know nothing about each other as theirs was an arranged marriage, which was organised through a website called Arrange Me that specializes in matching couples based on certain algorithms. Courtney has realized her dreams of being married and Josh has gotten the girl to whom he has been attracted from the first time he met her. However can they stay married, much less to have a happily ever after.


Arrange Us highlighted the issues and the high points of marriage. Courtney and Josh are learning things about each other that they never knew before. Some of these discoveries led to insecurities rearing its ugly head. Josh had a hard time dealing with Courtney’s wealth, while Courtney felt insecure about her looks and wondered why he chose her when he had his pick of women. These two sure had many issues dealing with in their marriage. Parents’ disapproval, insecurities, egos, lack of trust, failing to communicate and deception. There should never be a need for deception, but sadly, this has happened a lot in marriages, which leads to a breakdown in the relationship.


I wondered if Josh and Courtney could move past their issues.


I found the story engaging. I especially loved the marital advice offered at the start of each chapter. Told from both Josh and Courtney’s POV, it helped me to understand situations from their perspective. I may not have agreed with most of their actions, or how they handled most of their problems, but I understood why they thought they had to make those decisions.

I have to admit Courtney’s behavior got on my nerves. She constantly whined and cried when things did not go her way. Josh patience shined at these trying points. Josh was not without his faults though. He needed to be a little more understanding. He needed to realise Courtney was used to a certain style of living, it would not change so quickly now that he is married her.

The issues were resolved easily with little or no conflict.


Narration

I thoroughly enjoyed the narration. It is my first time listening to JF Harding and Brooke Hayden. Both narrators did a great job in bringing the character’s emotions and voices to life.


Conclusion/Recommendation

Overall, a good story and one I enjoyed.
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1,283 reviews49 followers
August 23, 2019
I've written a review and decided to change it up completely.. I'm known as being totally and absolutely blunt yet I HATE being unnecessarily mean so I hope you'll take my review as my PERSONAL opinion and nothing else. This book rubbed me the wrong way as it deals with a subject I feel STRONGLY about and though I've love SO MANY of Katy's books (I've read them ALL) this one in my personal opinion is HORRIBLE in the way it glorifies deception when it's for the "right" reasons (that's all I'm willing to say while staying spoiler free..).

While I had my issues with the previous installment, it was mostly "personal taste" and though I wasn't pleased I accepted Courtney's decisions as her own, even if I HIGHLY disagreed with most of them if not ALL of them. A lot of people found the story to be quite unique and REALLY enjoyed it. I guess I'm too "modern" in my thinking to romanticize arranged marriages (the problems Courtney and Josh dealt with in this one were EXACTLY why I thought it was a bad idea from the start... just saying..).

For me this one was absolutely NOT A ROMANCE NOVEL. To say I disliked this book would be an understatement. I was RAVING MAD most of the book. I highlighted like crazy all those HORRIBLE thoughts and discussions between Courtney and Josh that showed how this is NOT WORKING and for good reasons. I was truly WAITING for them to break up because I think it would have been the best solution as they are CLEARLY not looking for the same things in life (though the sex is great..).

I actually haven't even finished reading the whole thing.. I've read 95% - leaving out the Epilogue - as I just didn't want to read them "finding HEA" as it would have been a total unbelievable lie the way I see it. I don't think these two CAN have a happy life together with a shattered foundation filled with selfishness, lies and deception. There is no trust, no respect. So how could there be ANY future?

I know I haven't really written anything about the plot and I'm not going to.. instead I'll add a pretty line and after it I'm going to ramble with EXACTLY what made me so mad. It's going to be long, it's going to contain HUGE spoilers so be advised..

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What does consent means? Is it something that we can chose to give or take if it's REALLY important to us. If a guy REALLY wants kids is he allowed to rape his wife? Wait, but if a woman really wants kids is SHE allowed to trick her spouse into having a kid he doesn't want?

What's the difference? Is it the rape itself? Let's say the guy DIDN'T rape the woman but he gave her "placebo" pills so the sexual act WAS consensual but the conceiving of the kid sort of wasn't.. So is what he did okay? He DECEIVED her yet it was for a "great cause" / something that meant the WORLD to him. he just CHOSE not to discuss the matter with his significant other and trick her into dealing with something she was unready or unwilling to do. Yeah, there is always abortion. Right?

Well.. if you trick your significant other into thinking everything is simply great and nothing is going on, then tell him when it's impossible to extremely complected to have the abortion you basically RAPED YOUR SPOUSE so you can have the baby you wanted.

So for the fun of it, let's play a game. How much of a say a girl has over guy for having kids? Is it 100% woman, 0% man? Isn't it a "bit" unconsentual to look at it this way? Even if you say 90% - 10% I'll somewhat accept but MAKING someone a father without the simplest discussing over it is nothing else than RAPE.

As a woman I'm the first to admit I don't actually want to have kids. I don't mind going out / being with someone who already has kids but if he wants more kids - from me - he will know right from the start it's not something I want so if I DO get pregnant he'll already know I DON'T want the kid and would probably get an abortion. PROBABLY. That's an important word.

If I date someone who I love and adore, the kind I want to spend the rest of my life with and I get pregnant we'll HAVE to TALK about it. I'll say listen, you know I don't want it - I want to have an abortion. He will say his part whatever it is.. and you know what? I MIGHT CHANGE MY MIND. I don't hate kids, don't have anything against them but it's simply something I don't see myself having personally. But for someone special who REALLY wants the child I'm willing to have an adult conversation about it because it's MY body but it's HIS kid as well.

Except for REAL rape I don't see ANY reason to lead a guy on and NOT tell him you got pregnant from him. He is going to be a father, first he should know - as soon as possible. There are many decisions to make during and surely after the pregnancy, the guy SHOULD have a say about it. It's not "worth the discussion" it's a MUST to have it in the first place regardless if he's going to stay in the picture or not. Naturally if the woman decides she wants an abortion it's HER decision as it's HER body, but if she decides to HAVE the kid she isn't alone in this show anymore..

No matter what - the important thing as I see it - a kid is conceived from two people. There are two people here that are involved. It's not just about the woman because she is carrying the kid. because in 9 months she won't be anymore and the father would still be the father till the end of his life.

There is NO excuse for Courtney's actions. If I was Josh I would feel more than betrayed. I would have divorced her (with all the love for her). This is NOT the way to treat your significant other. If she can lie about THAT she can lie about ANYTHING and EVERYTHING and it also shows she sees that his opinion means ZERO in their relationship. I DO think he should and would be a part of the baby's life but not as Courtney's husband.

I've read reviews saying "he should have groveled more" and I was truly baffled. REALLY? HE was the one who PLAYED Courtney? NO. He was USED by her. her conversation with her friend from college should have showed her how WRONG SHE WAS. How much she has TAKEN from him. I get she forgot the pills at home. No problem. Talk to Josh and tell him - listen, I'm sorry, but we'll have to use condoms this weekend.. Be FRANK with him, he deserves it. Don't lie to him and keep lying to him then give him an ultimatum - either you are WITH me (and the baby) or not (and I'll be raising the kid without you).

I was APPALLED by her behavior. I think he would be better off with Sammy (his ex). At least she called him RIGHT AFTER she cheated on him.. Unlike Courtney who thought she could HIDE a pregnancy from him and then be "accepting" if she "has" to throw him and their relationship out the window if he is somewhat reluctant about her pregnancy. Jesus girl, maybe give him like, more than 10 minutes to come to terms with what you just said? and maybe give him a chance to actually SAY what HE is thinking and ACCEPT his opinion instead of deeming it IRRELEVANT if it's not what YOU had in mind?

I'm sorry Katy for this review but I'm REALLY ANGRY. This was suppose to be a ROMANCE novel. It was a testament to EVERYTHING that is WRONG with women who TRULY BELIEVE men have NO SAY in having (or not having) kids. In my personal opinion women who accept Courtney's behavior as legitimate should also feel the same about being raped. CONSENT IS NEVER ONE-SIDED.

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2,568 reviews276 followers
May 21, 2019
4 1/2 "Team Dalton!" Stars!!

Well, let me tell you, I am so happily surprised by how much I enjoyed this second part of the Arranged Duo. (I'm kind of anit-duo/duet.)

Courtney and Josh were both just fantastic! They both had their growing pains, but they really came through for me. I'm putting this on the Favorite Love Stories list. Wishing them the happiest of happily ever afters. Happy reading!
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1,016 reviews34 followers
May 22, 2019
Ok, this book was so much worse than the first one.

Courtney cries all the time in this book. ALL. THE. TIME.
It's not that she can't handle confrontation, she just can't handle her new life. So she cries because there's nothing else to do.

And guess what: Josh can't handle her life either ! But hey, the sex is great.

Then, out of the blue, there's Josh's ex who wants to get back with him, there's Courtney's friend who wants a chance with her (he didn't get the memo she was married or he doesn't care).
You know when you want to play with a toy because another kid is playing with it ? THAT'S THE PLOT OF THE BOOKS.

Courtney waits 3 months before telling her husband she's pregnant because he doesn't want a baby and she's scared about his reaction.
This book combines all the DON'T about a relationship.

So Josh gets angry because he's finally successful in his career and he's not ready for a baby. So she leaves. And his mom shames him and asks him to get a divorce. Not an ounce of compassion for Josh from his lovely mama. I mean, he's an idiot, but he doesn't deserve to be force into being a father if he doesn't want to.

In the end, everything is fine because it's a romance book so a HEA is needed. Josh is happy to have a baby, Courtney is happy because Josh is happy, they will probably grow old together and have lots of babies. Arranged marriage is a success. YOUHOU.

What a waste of my time.
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396 reviews73 followers
May 22, 2019
Wish he groveled more !!
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602 reviews103 followers
May 21, 2019
TROUBLE IN PARADISE FOR NEWLYWEDS #Team Dalton

After my so-so reaction to the first book, I was on the fence about reading this one. The sequel picks up after the honeymoon on the flight home as doubts about the marriage creep in. They hardly KNOW each other outside the bedroom, and come from different worlds. Trust fund Courtney vs. starving playwright/bartender Josh. Every question becomes a major issue. But, levelheaded Josh comes up with the brilliant idea of #Team Dalton – they can get through anything together with honesty and communication. Easier said than done.

This book has more drama than the first, but it’s basically more of the same, only from inside the marriage. A lightweight and sweet take on how to navigate an arranged marriage between virtual strangers. Communication is the key to muddling through their issues, usually through compromise. There’s laughter, tears, good times and bad – but through it all, they love each other. What happens is basically a how-to marriage manual, complete with chapter headers. It was a cute structure, episodic, with some choppy time jumps and tell over show, but a unique flow to how the marriage is tested. Their insightful thought processes often made me smile. I really liked how they talked through issues and feelings.

I wasn't impressed with superficial treatment of their problems. Each was easily overcome, so no heavy drama, despite a crapload of marital decisions. His troublemaking ex, her handsy boss, and meddling parents were mostly drive-by complications that either drop off or resolve in a blink. And, there was weird filler like a big discussion about religion that went nowhere. For me it was just meant to be a little slice of sweetness on the rocky road to finding marital bliss. The process was alternately charming or annoying how they figured out normal couple issues so fast, yet the writing style brought me back to why I love Katy Regnery so much. Overall dialogue (playful banter and serious talks) was good, but I loved Josh more than Courtney. Crybaby Courtney worked my last nerve in the previous book, and fear not … she’s still a crybaby over EVERYTHING. It’s a wonder Josh stays married to her. Emotionally, she was simply an insecure, overly-sensitive hot mess. But, dear Josh was more centered and mature about things because of his upbringing, while Courtney was stilted by hers.

Josh was always talking her through stuff so calmly and reasonably, while she was much more emotional. Their work-in-progress ability to communicate problems had a certain charm, but between all the talking and arguments was mainly sex. Both evolved individually and as a couple, with eye-opening introspection, so there's that. But, I almost fell over when Josh went back to his gun-shy ways over the most important thing in the marriage, which again resolved sweetly and quickly. I wanted to junk punch him so bad, but his mother intervenes and has one of the best scenes.

This book was better for me than the first book -- more appealing characters than storyline. The things I liked and didn’t like were equally divided. Sweet and lightweight, but basically predictable and not my favorite by this author.
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4,309 reviews362 followers
May 21, 2019
This was okay.
I'm not sure if my expectations were too high as I enjoyed book 1 but I found the pair of them irritating.
The heroine shows no sense about money and is a real brat.
The Hero shows no spine dealing with his ex.
I found some of it very predictable and the ending a bit corny.
The Hero is very hurtful to the heroine with no huge grovelling I felt at the end considering he accused her of lying and trying to trap him.
Even before that there is a scene where he meets her single friends and one of them explains about the heroines side of an argument they were having and he still behaves in a way to hurt the heroine in front of them all, flirting which he knows upsets her. This wasn't really addressed.
No cheating.
No intimate scenes with anyone other than the Hero and heroine.
Ex drama. The Hero deals badly with his ex, nothing intimate but he is incredibly naive and needs a backbone.
The heroine has offers from other men but isn't interested.
I felt the ending was rushed, ages was spent at the first half and to me I would have preferred more grovelling.
HEA.
Epilogue.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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283 reviews15 followers
March 6, 2020
Nice story! Liked it but not a lot. I hate duets so that’s probably it. This is my lowest rating for a Katy regnery book. Probably because of the duet. I read it for a challenge.
1,557 reviews38 followers
June 10, 2019
Kate Regnery s’est lancée dans un duo qui ne manque pas d’intérêt et est très américain puisque le sujet principal est le mariage, objet d’un désir très fort de l’héroïne Courtney. Lors du premier tome, qu’il faut absolument avoir lu pour découvrir ce second opus, Courtney avait décidé de faire confiance à un site qui proposait de lui trouver le mari idéal qu’elle épouserait sans le connaître. En réalité les choses se sont passées un peu différemment mais Courtney a obtenu le mariage qu’elle souhaitait, avec Josh. Ils ont tout pour filer le parfait amour mais se connaissent peu, ne sont peut-être pas tout à fait d’accord sur leurs priorités dans la vie. Ce second tome va donc permettre de vérifier s’ils peuvent dépasser tous les obstacles à leur amour.

L’enjeu n’est donc pas de savoir si Josh aime Courtney mais réciproquement mais de voir si ça suffit pour avoir un mariage heureux. Ils vont donc abattre un par un les problèmes qui se dressent devant leur bonheur. L’idée est intéressante surtout à une époque où peu de mariages fonctionnent. Je reste toutefois un peu déçue par le résultat. L’idée est bonne, certains passages atypiques sont très intéressants à lire, l’auteur aborde de nombreux sujets qui interrogent comme le harcèlement au travail. Courtney est issue d’un milieu aisé et a un travail qui lui permet de vivre très confortablement. Pourtant, en tant que femme, c’est parfois plus compliqué que prévu. Je salue aussi le fait que Josh gagne moins que son épouse, qu’il a un statut social bien inférieur, qu’il est bien plus craintif qu’elle sur l’avenir… Bref, les deux héros sont loin d’être stéréotypés et l’auteure les confronte à toutes les situations habituelles en romance avec plus de subtilité que beaucoup. Il n’en reste pas moins que le message final est plutôt conservateur et que tout s’arrange bien trop rapidement.

Si je ne suis pas toujours d’accord avec le message que fait passer l’auteure, je trouve cette façon d’envisager la romance intéressante et on ne peut pas lui reprocher de ne pas aborder des sujets très actuels. Le couple fonctionne bien, j’ai trouvé Josh particulièrement touchant dans ses qualités mais aussi ses défauts. Courtney est finalement bien plus classique.

Une romance intéressante donc, engagée d’une certaine façon, ce qui est assez rare.

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1,090 reviews7 followers
May 31, 2019
When a man you married tells you " it was mistake, than right the wrong"... And yes, we talking about unplanned pregnancy- what would you answer him??? He knew she wanted child. But if you are so afraid to have kids, put goddamn condom on your stick!!!

Not enough grovelling. He was texting with his ex and didn't tell about it to his wife.
She was clingy, a spoiled brat
Didn't like anything
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1,003 reviews137 followers
December 19, 2019
No tears left. The second book continues where Josh and Courts have to come home to NY to face their families and also the life ahead. Everything is unknown since they did not know each other well before getting married. Josh and Courts can’t not more opposite. Their families, social status, religion, careers, personalities are a bit different. Josh and Courts’ love story is as real as you can get. For any marriage, there are many ups and downs we all have to go through. I understand that there are many issues addressed in this book (exes, meddling families, ailing parents etc…) but believe me I personally went through most of that in my own relationship so I can totally relate to these characters. My parent was not accepting. My hubs was too, a bit “churchy” . I like to spend money while he likes to save. We have to work hard on our differences so that we can grow together. That’s why this story is authentic to me. Josh is a more level-headed one while Courts is more emotional (sounds like my hubs and I too) I appreciate that Josh and Courts were not head over heal in love right of the bat. It’s would not feel right since they hardly know each other. I enjoy how their love develop overtime. The duet is awesome – so much joy, romantic, sexy, emotional, and of course the HEA. I re-read Arrange Me then straight to Arrange Us and it was absolutely worth it. This love story is just beautiful. Gorgeous writing as expected. LOVED IT! My go-to author never disappoints.



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No tears left. The second book continues where Josh and Courts have to come home to NY to face their families and also the life ahead. Everything is unknown since they did not know each other well before getting married. Josh and Courts can’t not more opposite. Their families, social status, religion, careers, personalities are a bit different. Josh and Courts’ love story is as real as you can get. For any marriage, there are many ups and downs we all have to go through. I understand that there are many issues addressed in this book (exes, meddling families, ailing parents etc…) but believe me I personally went through most of that in my own relationship so I can totally relate to these characters. My parent was not accepting. My hubs was too, a bit “churchy” . I like to spend money while he likes to save. We have to work hard on our differences so that we can grow together. That’s why this story is authentic to me. Josh is a more level-headed one while Courts is more emotional (sounds like my hubs and I too) I appreciate that Josh and Courts were not head over heal in love right of the bat. It’s would not feel right since they hardly know each other. I enjoy how their love develop overtime. The duet is awesome – so much joy, romantic, sexy, emotional, and of course the HEA. I re-read Arrange Me then straight to Arrange Us and it was absolutely worth it. This love story is just beautiful. Gorgeous writing as expected. LOVED IT! My go-to author never disappoints.
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43 reviews1 follower
May 22, 2019
Arrange Us was worth the wait

I fell in love with Josh Dalton in Arrange Me. I loved how he goes for what he wants and doesn’t allow the obstacles of his and Courtney’s differences get in the way of their love. The ending was a five star but in my reader’s heart I don’t know what I was expecting from the sequel but I guess more of the arranging and less of the little dramas that took place. Having said that. Love the author for taking this tale and working her magic with sweetness and happily ever after.
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884 reviews91 followers
December 10, 2024
Arrange Us is book two in the series and should NOT be read without reading book one first because then you wouldn't know how Courtney's journey to the alter began.
We knew who was going to be at the end of the isle waiting to marry Courtney at the end of the first book but now we get to see her reaction to her Arranged husband, how they deal with their ever-changing relationship, and lives for that matter. It's fun and for a minute sad, but needless to say we do get our HEA.
Loved the conclusion to this duo!
75 reviews1 follower
May 29, 2019
I have read all of this author’s books and loved them all until this series. I don’t think I’ve run across a “heroine” more immature, spoiled or whiney than this one. Honestly, what does he see in her? I found myself rooting for them to break up so he could meet someone else! I couldn’t care about a heroine this immature and self-centered, much less expect the hero of the story to either.
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613 reviews39 followers
May 25, 2019
I knew this book would be amazing and give me all the feels, as I don’t think I’ve read one single book by Katy Regnery that hasn’t had me addicted or an emotional wreck. ‘Arrange Us’ is the second book in this series after ‘Arrange Me’, a series based on the premise of the famous tv show ‘Married At First Sight’.

I love how incredibly human all Regnery’s characters are, and I adored Josh and Courtney. Courtney is the strong woman who just wants to find her happy ever after, when Josh wants to make his way in the world as a playwright. They are two people who enter into an agreement not knowing if it will work, but the foundation was always love.

This book was a complete page-turner and I made sure I finished it in one sitting. I could not get enough! It had me crying, it had me wincing when things weren’t going right, but it also had some sweet moments that made me smile like a lovesick fool! It was the perfect continuation to an already amazing book.

I love how the chapters were all separated into things marriages can encounter and struggle with, the accompanied advice adding an extra touch to the story. It felt well planned, perfectly written and like I have literally read and watched a friend’s life.

This book is a must have! It’s the perfect soppy love story that any romance lover can sink their teeth into. Just perfect! I can’t wait to see what Regnery writes next!
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Author 2 books34 followers
July 28, 2019
I wish I had a guidebook for this.
A Handy Guide for the Newly Married, I think.
No. Better yet:
A Handy Guide for Newly-Arranged Newlyweds.


This book picks up right where the first one ends where our newlyweds are about to head back to their lives to see if they can make this arranged marriage actually work. I was very interested in seeing how things would go for them because they were practically strangers and came from very different worlds. I will say, they were definitely put through their paces over the course of this story. I enjoyed seeing them work their way through the various obstacles that arose. Courtney drove me a little crazy sometimes, she could sometimes be a little bratty and there were certain times where she seemed to be living in a fantasy land. But I shouldn’t be surprised since she was the one who came up with the insane idea to seek out an arranged marriage. I loved how Josh handled her, though. Coming from the world he did, he was very level headed and was not at all shy about calling her out on her craziness. I do think that a lot of their issues were overcome rather quickly or tied up with a nice little bow with little effort. I would have liked if at least one or two of the things made them sweat it out a little more but that’s a minor gripe. Overall I thought this was a good follow up to the first half and I enjoyed seeing if Courtney and Josh could find their happily ever after!
730 reviews
July 13, 2021
This book suffers from what is so common in duets - unnecessary, annoying, perpetual conflict for the sake of filling pages. This story would have been so much better had it ended after the first book.

Josh seems like a great guy who is really trying hard to follow through on what he committed to. Courtney seems surprised that arranged marriages are hard, despite acknowledging this prior to being matched. She comes across as immature, unrealistic and spoiled. Her parents are horrible.

I could go on, but I decided to DNF at 36%. It's just such a slow and painful read. I can't finish.

There is so much potential to the concept, but the execution falls very far short. Hallmark Movies did arranged marriages in "Loving Leah" and "The Magic of Ordinary Days" - one in the current time period and one historical - that show how well this could have been done. But this is less a love story and more just fiction about a selfish woman and the people around her that she uses in various ways.

I rarely DNF, but this one goes on that list.
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666 reviews29 followers
July 31, 2019
Rating: R for sex and language
Sex: multiple scenes
Language: 63 F words, 52 Lord's name in vain
Violence: I don't remember any
HEA: yes!!

Josh and Courtney are now adapting to their "arranged" marriage. The story tells how they learn to compromise, take care of finances, work with in-laws, and prioritize each other. The chapters have excerpts from a fictional book published by one of these proponents of arranged marriages, and then the chapter shows them learning it.

The first book was very good, and this book supersedes it! I read the first book a couple of months ago, and it ripped me apart with a lot of angst, and I frankly did not want to read the second book. But it kept nagging at me, so I buckled down, then got engrossed in it, and loved it far more than I did the first one. I loved reliving the first year of my marriage by watching Courtney and Josh learn in this book. Beautiful beautiful story! And an incredible marriage manual!
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828 reviews20 followers
January 21, 2020
Al igual que el libro pasado, este parte contándote parte del final, para luego retroceder unas semanas y continuar desde el final del primero.

Me gustó que la historia se centrara solo en ellos. Aveces me desagrada cuando los autores por todos lados quieren dejar parejas (por ejemplo la amiga del personaje principal femenino se queda con el amigo de personaje principal masculino) es como una regla no hablada entre los autores que aveces me molesta, porque no todos siempre pueden quedar con pareja.

La sinopsis habla de algunos problemas que nuestros protagonistas podrían enfrentarse, pero al final, nunca fue tan así. El jefe se le insinuó solo un capítulo, la ex apareció solo un capítulo. Al final, la trama como tal, estaba enfocados solo en ellos (finally)
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2,272 reviews18 followers
July 8, 2019
I’ve been curious about how Josh and Courtney’s story would resolve itself since reading Arrange Me (part 1 of the duet).

Arrange Us is a realistic look at some of the potential conflicts that can crop up in any marriage - not to mention one started in such an unconventional manner.

There were times when I didn’t like Courtney and times when I didn’t like Josh, but overall I appreciated them as individuals and a couple as they tried to figure out a path for them.

I have to confess that I still don’t love the duet concept, but Arrange Me and Arrange Us are a set of books where the duet is done well and worth the time to read both books.
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1,941 reviews32 followers
May 21, 2019
I absolutely loved the conclusion to this duet. The author took an unconventional topic and turned it into a bestseller! I fell in love with Josh and Courtney. Josh at one point in this book had been the biggest idiot gling but I am so glad he finally wisened up for Courtney's sake. Courtney learned to stand up for what she believed in despite the objections of those around her who should have had her back. I recommend this series!
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919 reviews3 followers
June 5, 2019
Really liked this duo. Courtney was definitely too much of a crier, spoiled (but not a brat), privileged, and entitled, but her personality was spot on her upbringing. As was Josh's personality and expectations of life/things. I think this book made a lot of relevant points about marriage and why so many (American) marriages end in divorce. I absolutely loved the marriage advice given at the beginning of each chapter. And the epilogue was amazing.
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1,574 reviews123 followers
February 13, 2020
3.5 stars

First to experience this book you need to read Arrange Me before diving into this book.

I don’t know what I was expecting as I loved the first book and the concept of everything. It wasn’t that I didn’t like this book it just didn’t have the wow factor I guess I was looking for.

There were sweet moments and the sexiness was off the charts but nothing that stood out for me. I do have to say that I did enjoy the narrators. They did give the characters great voices.

All in all this was just okay for me.


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2,849 reviews119 followers
May 20, 2019
Words can’t begin to express how much this diet touches at the heart of love and marriage! In book one they took a leap of faith into the unknown and in book to they had to discover what the meaning of love and marriage truly are!

Absolutely amazing story line and the writing was truly amazing! Love love love Katy’s Regnery!
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1,464 reviews10 followers
May 21, 2019
Courtney and Josh seemed to have their HEA after the first book but everyone knows that once honeymoon stage is over, then there are lots of adjustments!! With many obstacles to over come these two face all their challenges and realize there is lots of love between them!! Don't hesitate to buy this book!!
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284 reviews12 followers
May 22, 2019
I waited for this part of the duo to come out anxiously and impatiently, and couldn’t wait to start reading it once it was released. I enjoyed this sequel, was captured from the first chapter, and was kept in suspense until just about the end, in a good way. The very end got a bit syrupy, but I was there for it.
1,034 reviews4 followers
September 3, 2019
I loved that this story was so different from anything else I have read. There were times I wanted to strangle Josh, but he always redeemed himself. Loved them both; their conversations and fights were so real and relatable. So many times it was obvious that an action was going to lead to a negative reaction, but through great communication they overcame obstacles.

LOVED this series.
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3,865 reviews18 followers
July 1, 2019
Second half of the story- Courtney and Josh are married and on their honeymoon trying to learn about each other. Everyone is against their marriage, can they make it work if they stick together. Fun read
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368 reviews1 follower
September 13, 2019
I really loved this! I'm so glad they got their happy ending.
I thought there was going to be more drama with Sam (Josh's ex) and Stock (Courtney's friend) but that didn't go anywhere. Which is good, I guess..
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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1,059 reviews11 followers
July 9, 2021
Josh and Courtney didn't really mesh to me. Maybe in the beginning, but she legit was a spoiled ass brat after marriage and she honestly cried and got her way almost every single time. It's immature, a copout for the author, and boring to read.
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