The Last Big Fake

by Kate Kerns

From forgeries to fake fiancée, Darcy's life hasn't been exactly authentic, but her growing feelings for the man she has no intention of marrying might scuttle her plans to play let's pretend one last time.FAUX BEAUWhen Seth Moreau offered Darcy Smith a job in his upscale art gallery, he had no idea two years later she'd be his fake fiancée helping him keep his inheritance out of his nefarious brother's hands.Darcy Sherwood - her real name...Seth doesn't know he unwittingly hired an art forger - learns the estranged brother is none other than Victor, her dangerous ex-boss from her forgery days.Keeping each other secrets doesn't last long. Victor tries to blackmail her into doing one last forgery or he'll tell his brother her ugly truth.Before pretending to love Seth, she might've caved, but after learning there's way more to him than being the honorable, sexy nerd on the other side of the office wall - and the other side of the bed - she's not so sure she wants to disappear to save him. But there's that pesky, risky con hanging over her head.

Genres: Romance

190 pages, Paperback

Published April 28, 2021

Reviews

[Kayla Davenport · Rating 5 out of 5]

*I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.*

I do not usually read adult contemporary romance, but decided to give this book a shot...and I absolutely loved it! I had so much fun with the characters, the story, the setting! The Last Big Fake follows Darcy and Seth as they enter into a fake engagement to please Seth's family so he can inherit the London family estate over his estranged brother, Victor. The thing is, Darcy and Victor used to work together...forging art pieces. There is humor and heartbreak and clever plans, while through it all, Darcy tries to navigate a potential relationship with Seth and keep her secrets of the past and present hidden from him. I couldn't put this book down and definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a lighthearted, fun read!

[Susan James · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous. It's funny with lots of heart.
This is the first book I've read by this author. II will be looking for more. She's got a wonderful sense of voice.
Darcy and Seth's voices are great. I loved the plot it was twisted and believable and kept me reading far past bedtime. It was a very happy read.

[Caroline Robbins · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was excellent, and I couldn’t put it down! I fell in love with Darcy, Seth, and their love story! This is the perfect book for a fun summer beach read.

[Jill Fitzgerald · Rating 5 out of 5]

Honestly this is the most fun read I've found in a long time. Ms. Kerns' characters feel delightfully authentic, and the plot kept me up reading late into the night. But I also laughed out loud multiple times throughout this novel. Good to the last page, and the perfect light read for a weekend or vacation.

[Andrew Breza · Rating 5 out of 5]

I shouldn't like this book. After all, I'm a grouchy pedant, not a hopeless romantic. Yet I couldn't help loving The Last Big Fake's charming characters, richly detailed setting, and intriguing plot. Darcy and Seth feel so real, (despite the fakeness of their situation) and some of my favorite passages consist of them just talking to each other.

Overall, The Last Big Fake is a marvelous debut novel from Kate Kerns that easily earns five stars.

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book! So much fun to read.