4.5
That was pretty perfect . Sinfully hot and sweet. Straightforward and predictable sure, but only in the best way, so you can just sit back and relax. Paced really well. Though I would've liked the HFN end, instead of the last chapter trying to tie it up quickly and add a kid. I just love anything set in Hawaii. Though it did feel like a very touristy description, if you wantna mini vacation this is a great book, to sit back and not think too hard with.

Thank-you NetGalley and Joffe Books for allowing me to read this ARC. All opinions are my own.

This was a simple, fun, easy and quick read. The perfect type of book for your holiday, beach, pool kind of read. This is a first for me by the author and one I enjoyed, and I would read more of their work. The book cover is eye-catching and appealing and would spark my interest if in a bookshop.

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A cinnamon bun MMC with a touch her and die attitude! An adorable story with a wholesome ending and a great plot. The setting was enjoyable, the plot flowed without any slow points that made me want to put the book down. A true feel good romance!

A huge thank you to NetGalley, Joffe Books, and Lily Parker for the ARC!

This book completely took me by surprise, in the best way possible! I went into it expecting a fun romance, but I didn’t realize just how hilarious it would be. The plot itself is so unique, and from the very first chapter, I was hooked. The surprises just kept coming, especially in the beginning, making it impossible to put down. I found myself smiling and laughing so much while reading, which only made me love it more!

Let’s talk about the characters because they truly made this book shine. Olivia, the female lead, was incredibly well-written, and I connected with her right away. She felt so real, with her thoughts and emotions jumping off the page. And then there's Dom, who, honestly, might just be the dream book boyfriend. Their chemistry was fantastic, with just the right amount of tension and banter to make their relationship feel natural and engaging. Even the side characters had depth, adding to the immersive feel of the story. I felt like I was right there with them, enjoying their holiday in Hawaii!

For a book under 300 pages, it packed everything in perfectly, romance, drama, friendships, and just the right amount of spice! I never once felt like anything was rushed or missing. Every scene hit exactly how it was supposed to, whether it was fun, heartbreaking, or deeply emotional. I was completely invested in every moment!🩷

I honestly wish there were more books about the other characters! If this turns into an interconnected series, I’d be first in line to read the next one. Overall, I highly recommend this book, and I genuinely think it deserves all the hype once it’s released. If you love romance with humor, heart, and a swoon-worthy love interest, The Best Wrong Move is a must read!😍

3.5 🌟

This steamy Hawaii set read was a fun little read. It ticked a lot of great trope boxes - fake dating, secret millionaire, holiday romance. It's definitely an escapist read and I think being in dreary wintery England made it hard for me to really connect with what was happening. Some bits were veering on cringe but if you can suspend belief somewhat this is an enjoyable read.

With thanks to Netgalley & Joffe for the ARC

Congratulations on the debut! I loved this romance and had a very fun time reading this book! The banter is super fun and my evil side had fun seeing the ex run himself into a wall!

The tropical vibes were unmatched and reading this on a beach would be best!!

This was a fun romance beach read! It was a nice quick romance. I would definitely recommend this book.

A super-fun rom com set on the beach, with an excellent cast of characters, an ex turning up next door, surfing and sun. Loved it!

As a fan of the fake dating trope, this book was right up my ally! The story is solely told from Olivia’s POV which is fine but I would have really liked to see the story also from Don’s POV. While a lot of the themes were predictable there were twists that kept me wanting to read more. I really liked how direct the main characters were with one another. I can’t stand the miscommunication trope where all you want to scream is “JUST TELL THEM!” But with this book I never had that feeling. A very cute (and spicy!) story with a guaranteed HEA!

The Best Wrong Move was a fast read romance set in picturesque Hawaii. After getting rejected on national tv, Olivia moves to Hawaii on a brief sabbatical to write, rejuvenate, and get away from the viral meme fame she’d recently acquired. A number of serendipitous events end up making her question if she should stay on the island or not.

I wanted to like this book more than I did. The premise was a bit like Forgetting Sarah Marshall, which was fun. I felt the plot was a little choppy — some aspects dragged on while others felt quickly skated over. I didn’t think the conflict was strong enough near the end. I felt like I needed to understand the appeal of Olivia more to truly grasp the romance.

It was still cute, but I finished it wanting a little more depth.

Thank you to Lily Parker, Net Galley, and Choc Lit Contemporary Romance: A Joffe Books Company for the ARC.

3 stars. This was a cute, quick read romance.

Olivia proposes to her boyfriend on live TV. Her boyfriend refuses, so Olivia decides to take a little sabbatical to Hawaii. There she meets Dom, and a sweet love story develops between them. I'd say this is good reading to a beach vacation!

WHAT I LIKED: Meet cute, beach vibes, Dom's friend group
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: Dom's brother and sister-in-law were kinda weird

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Pov: heroine,1st person
Heat: open doors
Pacing: it was ok
Communication: mostly communication was ok but with some miscommunication too
Third act: hiccups
Ending: HEA

Main characters:
* Strangers to friends to lovers
* Millionaire

What?
* Fake dating
* Forced proximity
* Found family

Where?
* Hawaii

Drama?
* Heroine's ex is there too

Other vibes:
* Beach vibes!

Perfect holiday/cold weather reading. Escape to Hawaii from the humiliation of a spurned proposal on national tv. then discover you are living next door to the man in question and there's nowhere else available. Enter Dom, the apartment owner, just the man to make Rex jealous and realise what he's missing .Or will it just complicate the situation? Loved it.

I really wish I had something to say but i just don’t. I don’t see what all the hype was about?

The writing wasn’t the issue so I will give some of this authors other books a go.

Thank you NetGalley and Lily Parker for the arc!

Just want to say thank you to Joffe Books for letting me have an advance copy of ‘The Best Wrong Move’ by Lily Parker.

This was a lovely and thoroughly enjoyable story from beginning to end and certainly matches up to the spice rating 😏
Dom is an absolute dream towards Olivia throughout and caters to her needs in more ways than one. He definitely falls first and hard 🥰
It certainly gives you holidays vibes reading this book, and makes you want to go and book a holiday to Hawaii!!

A definite ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from me.

❤️ Spicy Romance 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
❤️ Strangers / Friends to Lovers
❤️ Fake Dating
❤️ Opposites Attract
❤️ Forced Proximity
❤️ Holiday

*4.5*

It’s been a while since I’ve fully connected with a romance book by an author I hadn’t previously read from. I’m not sure why, but romance is a genre that has been giving me the most disconnect.

However, this book completely changed that for me. I found myself instantly gripped and that inner feeling of detachment slowly faded away. In other words, I really enjoyed this book.

The way is held itself within the structure plus the way the writing style went ahead to compliment this, was just the absolute making of this novel and love story.

Because it’s not the most original plot to exist. The beginning part, I will give credit for, echoed uniqueness but the premise, has been done quite a bit. Which only validates this novel further for me. To take a concept that’s been done before and to make it your own alongside gaining a high rating, speaks volumes.

It was just the right amount of fake dating, character development and side plots to make for a cute and engaging read. The spice too was well done and not over the top or too frequent. The romance also blossomed quite nicely and had me wanting the characters together.

The drama too that is essential for a romance book was actually done so well and didn’t make me cringe or feel as though it was over the top. Okay maybe a little bit but it was fun!! Which is the whole vibe of this book, it’s a fun book. The characters are having fun, you’re having fun. It’s a whole party.

The only thing that I could critique is the ending in the sense it ends quite abruptly and I would have loved for another chapter or two of what happens next in the sense of immediately after certain events occur and decisions are made.

I also had liked to see more of Abby because she was such a great friend and character! However, there is build up there for potentially a book (I hope, please) with her leading.

Overall, this book was just what I needed and it truly made me fall back in love with romance books.

Thanks to NetGalley I received an advanced electronic copy of the book to read and provide a review.

This was a cute, fun and quick read. The last quarter of the book kind of went off the hinges but I enjoyed everything that led us up until Olivia met Dom’s brother.

"The Best Wrong Move" by Lily Parker was an absolute delight from start to finish! This heartwarming rom-com is packed with charm, humor, and just the right amount of drama to keep you hooked. I found myself smiling through most of the story and genuinely rooting for the characters.

The book follows Olivia, a witty and determined protagonist, whose life takes a sharp turn after an on-air proposal goes horribly wrong. Seeking solace (and a fresh start), she heads to a picturesque lakeside town, where she meets Henry—a brooding yet incredibly endearing love interest. Their banter is sharp, their chemistry undeniable, and watching their relationship evolve from reluctant allies to something more was so satisfying.

Lily Parker excels at creating rich, relatable characters. Olivia is the kind of heroine you cheer for—her strength and vulnerability make her feel like a dear friend. Henry is the epitome of a dreamy rom-com hero, and their dynamic is filled with swoon-worthy moments and refreshingly honest communication.

The only reason for 4.5 stars instead of 5 is a slightly rushed resolution. While satisfying, I would have loved a bit more time spent on the ending to fully bask in the payoff of their journey.

Overall, this is a sweet, uplifting story with just the right mix of humor and heart. Highly recommend for fans of modern romance!

Thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC!

Thank you for the opportunity to read this ahead of release! I loved the premise and the cover but sadly I put the put down at 30% and couldn’t carry on. It just wasn’t the book for me - I’m ever so sorry!

This was a cute story about a girl who flees her real life after it blows up on national tv. The guy she is renting an Airbnb from slowly pulls her while she’s living next door to her ex. The story fell a little flat for me when Dom and Olivia first started “dating”. It didn’t have the typical fake dating rules or vibes. I read the book but felt like it left me wanting more to the story.

Lily Parker’s The Best Wrong Move is a delightful romance that blends humor, heart, and a stunning Hawaiian backdrop to create a story that’s as sweet as it is spicy. From the vivid descriptions of paradise to a premise steeped in the modern chaos of social media virality, this book pulls you in from the first page and doesn’t let go.

The story follows Olivia, a morning show anchor whose life takes an unexpected turn when her live television proposal goes viral. Seeking solace and a fresh start, she heads to Hawaii to work on her dream of screenwriting.

The chemistry between the FMC and MMC is electric. Their “meet-cute” is quirky and memorable, and their relationship evolves naturally. Unlike many romance novels, there’s no clichéd third-act breakup here. Instead, the couple navigates their challenges with maturity and respect, making their connection all the more satisfying.

Packed with heartfelt moments, laugh-out-loud hijinks, and just the right amount of steam, The Best Wrong Move is a perfect escape. Whether you’re looking for a tropical getaway or a romance that celebrates the little gestures that show someone truly cares, this book delivers in every way. Highly recommended!

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest opinion.