If you're a fan of adventure movies like National Treasure and Indiana Jones but also want cheesy romance then you should definitely check this book out.
Is this book ridiculous? Yes, of course it is! But it's also a lot of fun and I really enjoyed It.

Digging Dr Jones was such a fun read perfect for lovers of Indiana Jones and National Treasure.

I did feel like it was a very slow start but the second half did pick up. There is a few spicy scenes but not too many that you lose touch with the romance. The characters are likeable and I enjoyed the plot.

I absolutely loved this book! It is so easy to read and just a real feel good book. The characters are perfect and i loved the romance.

For those who want the feeling of the mummy, in a book, this is it. The plot is exciting, the banter is witty, the romance is on point. This book is everything.

Ever since The Lost City movie with Sandra Bullock came out I’ve been craving all the action-adventure romance I can get my hands on so I was quick to request this title for the premise but I found some of the setup to be unbelievable which took me out of the story.

I DNF’d at 10% but I think Digging Doctor Jones is great for someone looking for a low-stakes romcom with some action and adventure subplots that’s a quick read!

Digging Dr. Jones by Olivia Jackson is a captivating romcom adventure that follows Adriana Jones, a down-on-her-luck business owner vacationing in Costa Rica with her brother, William. When a mysterious bracelet is mistakenly delivered to her, Adriana unknowingly becomes entangled in a treasure hunt alongside the handsome archaeologist, Dr. Andrew Jones, who desperately needs the bracelet to find ancient treasure in the Colombian jungle. As they trek through perilous landscapes and face unexpected challenges, the chemistry between Adriana and Andrew ignites amid their sharp banter and contrasting personalities. Their journey transforms from a simple vacation into a thrilling quest filled with danger, mystery, and romance.

I liked Digging Dr Jones for its fun blend of adventure and heart-pounding chemistry. It has an Indiana Jones kind of vibe. The dynamic between Adriana and Andrew is both entertaining and relatable, with their witty exchanges and slow-burn romance keeping readers hooked. The forced proximity trope heightens their connection as they navigate thrilling escapades, making for a delightful reading experience. The unique setting and treasure-hunting theme add depth, while the lighthearted humor ensures it’s a fun escape. I love the relationship between Adriana and her brother, William. I enjoyed her backstory in that she worked hard to get to where she is today. I think some of the reviews of this book are particularly harsh about the insta-love and things that happen on their adventure. It's a fun fiction, adventure rom-com (like Indiana Jones) and a hot treasure hunter who finds the hot chick on vacation. Adriana has been recently dumped and duped by a long term boyfriend, so she got some well deserved fun and sexy times in her life. My imagination is happy to spend some time with a smart, British archeologist who knows how to please women. Yum!

I love a good adventure romance! The exotic setting of Columbia is great for this book, really helps the reader escape their life to somewhere lush and warm and far away. I am a sucker for a sidekick and I loved the relationship in this book between the main character and her brother. It brings the emotional note the reader needs to understand what's at stake for her. It took me a bit to warm up to the couple, and granted it was that way for them too, but they definitely had me at the end. Fun little adventure. I'd recommend Jo Segura's books to anyone who liked Digging Dr Jones. Similar setting / vibe and super escapist.

What a fun read. This is a story with the perfect balance of action, adventure, and romance. Well done!

Big thank you to NetGalley again and Harper Collins UK!

This book follows the MFC Adriana Jones and her Brother William in the middle of their vacation in Costa Rica. When a packaged addressed to Adriana is dropped on her doorstep she opens without question and what she finds leads her to an adventure of a lifetime.

Adorable and cheeky banter with incredible characters with fitting personalities. I could not get enough.

Overall I enjoyed this one but wish it didn’t feel as rushed given it was within a span of two weeks. We got to explore with them but not go more in depth which I would’ve gave this more stars from me.

Definitely would recommend to those who enjoy a little adventure in their romance books!

Digging Dr. Jones had all the makings of a great adventure romance: a mistaken-identity meet cute, a mysterious artifact, and a reluctant jungle expedition with a charming archaeologist. The setup was a lot of fun, and the Indiana Jones vibes were exactly what I was hoping for.

That said, while I enjoyed the humor and the occasional witty banter, some parts of the story felt underdeveloped. The romance leaned heavily on insta-attraction, and I would’ve loved to see more emotional build-up between Adriana and Andrew. The pacing was also a little uneven—slow in the beginning, then rushed through key plot points later on.

Still, it was a light, entertaining read with a unique setting and some laugh-out-loud moments. If you’re in the mood for a breezy rom-com with a side of treasure hunting, this one’s worth a look.

Thank you Harper's Collins and OneMoreChapter for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley.

I give this book 3 almost 4 stars because honestly it was such a fun silly romance book and that’s exactly what i expected and this book definitely delivered. I liked basically everything about this book, the characters, the plot, the writing, everything about this was definitely living up to what i expected

Thank you Harper's Collins and OneMoreChapter for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own
DIGGING DR JONES is a charming and sizzling adventure romance that had me hooked from the moment Adriana snapped that mysterious bracelet onto her wrist. What starts off as a quirky vacation detour quickly turns into a thrilling jungle expedition filled with ancient secrets, sizzling chemistry, and laugh-out-loud banter.

Adriana is the kind of heroine you can’t help but root for—smart, sarcastic, and just the right amount of stubborn. Pair her with the brooding and irresistibly handsome Andrew Jones, and you’ve got a dynamic duo that brings both heat and heart to the story. Their clashing personalities and forced proximity create some genuinely fun moments, and the tension between them is chef's kiss.

The plot moves at a good pace, balancing steamy romance with treasure-hunting thrills. There were a few predictable twists, and I wouldn’t have minded a little more depth to the mythology behind the bracelet, but those are small bumps in an otherwise enjoyable ride.

If you love your romances with a side of Indiana Jones-style adventure and a healthy dose of flirty chaos, this one’s a gem—pun absolutely intended.

This was a fun book. I never read modern romances, or romances in general because typically the FMC can’t walk and breathe simultaneously without fainting or fall over. I did have some of the usual trope behavior but the adventure itself was fun and kept me going through the awkward writing bits. For a debut it was well done and I think people who want a summer Indiana Jones romance will really love it!

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC!

This was a cute read, and I very much enjoyed the archaeological treasure hunt aspect of the book. There were lots of fun danger moments and I enjoyed the family dynamic between Adriana and William. I found Adriana‘s character a little bit annoying and I didn’t love her romance with Andrew as much as I was hoping. There was a little bit too much insta-lust and I felt like more time was spent discussing how attractive Andrew was, than building the relationship between him and Adriana.

Overall, if you enjoy adventure romance, this was a fun time.

Thanks NetGalley for the eARC.

This was a cute little adventure romance! I enjoyed Andrew and Lyla the banter between them and the plot of the whole thing.

William gave me skeevy vibes until he didn’t. The setting was beautiful, the South America journey was cool. The ending was fun but confusing and the writing felt a little rushed.

I did enjoy the clue hunting and the treasure mapping. Ended up loving the William and Brandon of the whole story and also Andrew and Lyla’s epilogue.

It was enjoyable and mildly forgettable but still cute!

If you’re looking for a romcom with a Romancing the Stone vibe with a hint of Indiana Jones, then this is for you. It’s fun and pacey, set largely in vibrant Colombia, with entertaining and well-paired characters. Settle in for an amusing and adventurous ride!

3.5/5 stars

As an archaeologist and romance lover, I always find it fun to read these books to see how the authors choose to represent the archaeological field. Olivia Jackson clearly pulled a lot of inspiration from Indiana Jones so it's more of an old school treasure hunt style than actual archaeology, but once I put that aside I was able to enjoy it as a fun adventure story! I loved how a misread envelope brought Andrew and Adriana together, and how while they were both annoyed by the situation in the beginning, they were able to work together, go grand adventure, and unknowingly fall in love along the way :) I loved Jackson's writing style and this ended up being a very cute read!

*thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

Digging Dr Jones is a funny and adventurous romcom. I got Indiana Jones vibes while reading it.
The romance was full of fun tension. Definitely slow burn but then those spicy scenes kicked in!
Sure it’s a cheesy read…but, it is worth reading!

This was SO FUN! I was nervous going into it because I tried another action adventure romcom book last year and didn’t enjoy it but this was so good and for a debut?! Crazyyy!! This for sure is for you if you like The Mummy/ Indiana Jones/ Tomb Raider/ Uncharted. Adrianna Jones and her brother are on vacation when she gets a mysterious delivery of a gorgeous bracelet. She takes the win and puts it on but it was actually an artifact for Dr. Andrew Jones, an archaeologist staying at the same resort and…. The bracelet won’t come off lol. So she is dragged along with this smokeshow of a British archaeologist on an adventure to find some lost treasure. My literal dreammmm. It’s cute and funny and charming and hot. It really was a fun time and I hope we get more adventures from @oliviajacksonbooks

Firstly big thank you to Netgalley, Harper Collins/One More Chapter and Olivia Jackson for inviting me to read the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I actually finished this in May but only just articulating thoughts now. This was a light easy read. Think The Mummy, National Treasure and Indiana Jones but with more sexy times.

The chemistry between FMC and MMC was good and I enjoyed their relationship as wsll as the relationship she had with her brother who is also her best friend and hilarious. In addition it had antagonists you could really despise.

One I'd recommend and it's currently 99p on the kindle!

Tropes:
• Forced Proximity
• Opposites Attract

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