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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A cute fun read with a hint of adventure, mystery, as well as history! If you're looking for Indiana Jones vibes, forced proximity and a disastrous meet-cute, this one's for you. Rating: 3,5/5 stars.

I really wanted to like this book, but unfortunately it fell flat for me. I didn’t quite understand how this could be categorized as enemies to lovers when it was clear to me that our MMC liked her very early on in the story. I liked the banter between Adriana and William as it definitely felt like a real sibling relationship. I just wish there was more chemistry and more showing instead of telling in terms of the romance between Adriana and Andrew.

I love the new trend of books with the Indiana Jones-type adventure that brings two people together so I thought this would be great and it started out interesting enough but then fizzled. The characters were wooden and unlikeable and the relationship between Adriana and her brother was confusing; he seemed more like the best friend with the conversations they were having. Also, the funding issue – who has unlimited money to put artifacts back in museums?!! The sexual tension in this one was a little cringeworthy and when they get together, it seems like the whole story stops and they’re not running from bad guys because they have tons of alone time and no cares in the world; it seemed off. The pacing also wasn’t consistent and made it difficult to get into the story though there were some funny parts. This one just didn’t work for me.

Adriana and William are on vacation when Adriana is surprised with a bracelet—or so she thinks. The bracelet isn’t meant for her, but for a certain Dr. Andrew Jones. Andrew is a handsome archaeologist on a mission to find a long-lost treasure, and he just so happens to need the bracelet adorning Adriana’s wrist to do so.

In Digging Dr. Jones, you're taken on an adventure in search of an ancient lost treasure.
While Andrew and Adriana are trekking through jungles, traveling to multiple destinations and crawling through crypts, you will find yourself laughing out loud at the cheesy (romantic) lines and puns. The cheesy lines and puns were an absolute treat for me. They had me laughing out loud!

Overall, the story is lighthearted, fast paced and pleasantly written making it a fun and enjoyable read.
I’m glad that I was given the opportunity to read this book! It was an amazing adventure!

Thank you NetGalley, Harper Collins and Olivia Jackson for my e-arc of Digging Dr Jones.
Our FMC Adriana Jones puts on a bracelet due to mistaken identity with our archaeologist Dr. A Jones - and is forced into adventure when the bracelet won't come off but is needed for a treasure hunt.

This book was so promising - with vibes of Indiana Jones and Romancing the Stone, but it just didn't follow through.

The pacing is sporadic, and the conflict was underwhelming.
The spark between Adriana and Andrew was good, but the rest was a bit one dimensional.

Digging Dr. Jones is a laugh-out-loud, spicy adventure rom-com that totally delivers on fun and flirty vibes. Adriana’s vacation takes an unexpected turn when she accidentally ends up with a magical bracelet meant for the irresistibly handsome archaeologist Andrew Jones—and there’s no taking it off!

Thrown together on a wild treasure hunt through the jungles of Colombia, Adriana and Andrew’s banter, chemistry, and mishaps make for a delightful read. Think The Lost City meets a sexy rom-com with just the right dose of adventure and humor.

If you love treasure hunts, quirky characters, and sizzling romance, this book is a real gem.

A thoroughly enjoyable Indiana Jones style romp through Columbia - I found the start to be a bit slow but once it got going the story really took me by suprise and I loved the twists and turns! Read if you enjoy forced proxmity and treasure hunts 😍

Thank you to Netgalley and Olivia Jackson for my review copy!

I love the beginning and the chemistry between MMC and FMC. The Indiana Jones vibe is amazing. Where it started losing me was how she kept obsessing about coming from different worlds. I found the FMC a little annoying at times. But over all I did enjoy my time reading this.

This was such a fast-paced book that i really enjoyed for a debut novel. I cannot wait for more books by this author!

Just finished Digging Dr Jones by @oliviajacksonbooks and had so much fun with it!

The banter made me smile. The pacing was zippy and addictive. I laughed out loud a few times. It's like a sunny afternoon on the beach with a pina colada in hand. 🍹 But in book form. 💁🏼‍♀️

Because treasure hunting in Colombia, forced proximity, amazing settings, and all the adventure?! Yes please. If a bit of archaeology mischief sounds fun to you, too, add this to your TBR immediately. Total gem. 🥭🌴🌺

Thank you to @oliviajacksonbooks and Netgalley for the ARC! 😊😊





A note to the publisher: I purchased this book in a physical copy once published, and read it that way. Please be aware that there is a shocking amount of editorial errors in this book, even the printed version. Names are spelled differently (Ruby/Rudy), punctuation issues, long paragraphs that should have been split up based on action from the characters, and more. I have never seen so many errors in a traditionally published book. I highly suggest a different editor go through this book and fix the issues. Thank you!

Thank you to NetGalley, One More Chapter, and HarperCollins UK for an e-ARC of Digging Dr. Jones!

Adriana Jones's vacation takes an unexpected turn when a surprise gift turns out to be magical, stuck on her wrist, and intended for the handsome archaeologist Andrew Jones. The bracelet is key to uncovering a legendary treasure in the Colombian jungle, and Andrew won't let Adriana's mix-up derail his mission. The only option? She must join him on his adventure. With danger, crypts, and unexpected chemistry ahead, Adriana’s accidental detour may lead her to the real treasure: love.

Digging Dr. Jones is definitely a favorite of 2025! It has everything: forced proximity, destination romcom, opposites attract, and a treasure hunt! Adriana and Andrew were a perfect couple with off the charts chemistry. Andrew is now added to my list of book boyfriends. Plus…there’s no third act break up!

Yes, the romance was great, but I also thoroughly enjoyed the adventure plot. I wanted to know where the treasure was hidden and why. The mystery of it all was fascinating. And the villains? They were straight out of Indiana Jones and The Mummy. 10/10 no notes.

I can’t wait to read what Olivia Jackson writes next!

I had such a fun time reading this book. I flew through it and recommend for a fast fun read. It's a book mostly based on vibes and a fun plot so read this i you are looking for that plus a nice romance.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced digital edition.

Digging Dr Jones is sexy rom-com with plenty on offer to keep readers entertained., It's a bit of a cross between the various Indiana Jones stories and Romancing The Stone, as struggling business owner Adriana teams up unwillingly with archaeologist Dr Andrew Jones in search of treasure that is linked to a bracelet which she has put on and can't get off. The story moves rapidly through different South American locations, each with their own appeal and their own dangers. There are plenty of plot twists as well as greedy antagolists, who will apparently stop at nothing to beet Adriana and Andrew to the prize. Then there is the chemistry between these two, and it is off the charts. I loved watching their emotional engagement building as their relationship grew closer. This book kept me on my toes from start to finish and was a thoroughly entertaining read.

Thank you Harper Collins for my gifted copy. All opinions are my own.

This was such a fun and steamy ride. Adriana meets Andrew Jones when she puts on a mysterious bracelet that was delivered to her by mistake. They end up going on an adventure together (with her brother William) to remove the bracelet and try to find lost treasure.

I had so much fun with this! Adriana and Andrew had great chemistry and banter. Her brother. William, was also a fun side character. I liked how Adriana was skeptical at first, but really got into the mystery. Adventure romance seems to be a newer subgenre and I’m here for it! I’d recommend this for fans of movies like Romancing the Stone and books like Code Word Romance or Temple of Swoon.

Insta love works only in certain, quite rare cases, and this wasn’t the case. The MC was whinny and annoying plus the writing was not to my taste.