The Proposal Project | Donna Marchetti

If you’re looking for a fun, easy, and adorable rom-com to enjoy, then look no further than The Proposal Project. The story follows Priscilla, who has recently been fired, and then is convinced by her best friend, Tina, to help her plan an elaborate and dramatic wedding proposal.

Only Tina’s boyfriend, Ryan, has bought a ring and left with his best friend, and Priscilla’s arch enemy, Oliver, until the time is right. With some light theft and a faked Taylor Swift sighting, Priscilla manages to get Oliver to agree to making this proposal as spectacular as possible, the only catch, they’ll have to work together.

This book was fun to read, filled with humour and has a spicy little punch to it. And if that hasn't convinced you to pick it up, just know that inside these pages, you will find:

An MMC who liked her all along
a FMC who thinks the worst of him
Frenemies-to-lovers
forced proximity
Fake dating, except he isn’t faking
A weekend always with only one bed
Idiots who don’t express their feelings
and lots of pining.

This was a cute rom com but it was hard to relate to the characters and it felt a little dated (especially the names Priscilla and Tina made me feel like it was set in the 80s or 90s). In the end I found it to be an enjoyable fun story but I had no connection to the story or Priscilla and Oliver's love plot.

It was so cute, and I absolutely adored the romance! My favorite will always be hate mail, but this one was super cute too

I absolutely loved this. The chemistry and connection between Priscilla and Oliver was palpable and the tension was well written. It didnt feel overly done to the point that it becomes frustrating as a reader. This book was cute and had me swooning and kicking my feet.

A fun, flirty romcom with a proposal twist - just not the one you were expecting.

I absolutely adored the premise of this one—two frenemies forced into cahoots to plan the perfect proposal for their best friends, who, inconveniently, are planning to propose to each other. Priscilla, newly unemployed and keen to throw herself into something meaningful, teams up to help her best friend pop the question. Unluckily for her, Ryan has the same idea—and he’s roped in Oliver, Priscilla’s former crush turned sworn enemy, to keep his secret. Cue chaos.

The dynamic between Priscilla and Oliver was a joy to watch unfold - full of snark, tension, and just enough tenderness to make the enemies-to-lovers arc feel believable. I particularly liked how their forced partnership gave way to mutual understanding and a few rather steamy scenes.

That said, I'm never the biggest fan of simple misunderstandings dragging things out—it’s a bit of a pet peeve, and I did find myself thinking, “this could’ve been solved with one honest conversation.” But that aside, the book delivered plenty of laughs, charm, and heartwarming moments.

A sweet, silly, and satisfying romcom with just the right amount of heat and heart.

This was a charming romcom that I thoroughly enjoyed. Easy to read and digest, with relatable fun characters.
However, docking a star due to the book being described as “enemies to lovers” when in reality I just didn’t see that. This felt very “miscommunication trope” “fake dating” and even “dislike to lovers” or “mildly annoyed acquaintances to lovers”. But overall, a charming romcom that was worth the read.

4.5⭐️ This hit the spot. Cute, fake dating, and a lot of forced proximity. Little bit of second chance in here too.

Thank you to Harper Collins, One More Chapter, @netgalley, and Donna Marchetti for the advanced reader copy.

Priscilla has lost her job, and her best friend has hired her to create the best proposal. Tina is ready for the next step with Ryan. Why wait!

Ryan seems to have the same plan. So, Priscilla decides to put some past hurt aside and find out Ryan’s plan from Oliver, his best friend. Priscilla and Oliver end up together so much it gets harder to hide the truth. They end up pretending to date to justify planning both proposals together. Will it be the proposal of the year. Not to mention the growing attraction between Oliver and Priscilla seems to be more real than fake.

The premise of this book sounded intriguing. But, I couldn’t get into the story like I had hoped.
It is described as an enemies to lovers. I have to say, for me personally, it was very very heavily a miscommunication trope.
I found Priscilla to be sooooo immature for her age!
The romance aspect? Definitely lacked substance.
There are some cute moments…which helped keep me reading.
Overall, this was just a ok read for me.

Donna Marchetti delivers another feel-good romcom full of heart, heat, and chaotic proposal planning. The Proposal Project is a delightful mix of fake dating, enemies-to-lovers energy, and “please just kiss already” tension. Priscilla and Oliver have electric chemistry, and watching them go from rivals to partners in crime (and maybe more?) was both hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt. I loved how the dual proposal setup gave the romance space to grow while keeping the pacing tight and entertaining. This is the kind of book that makes you smile, cringe, and swoon all at once — and honestly? I wouldn’t have it any other way. Can’t wait to see what Marchetti writes next!

Fake dating can sometimes really frustrating to read, but I loved this book. Priscilla and Ryan's chemistry is bonkers good and the way they both want a real relationship but are too scared to admit it was perfectly written. It was tense while still being delicious.

Overall I thought the cheesiness outweighed the funny bits. I found myself suffering from secondhand embarrassed majority of the second act. I don’t love the miscommunication troupe but it somewhat worked for Priscilla and Oliver

I found this such a cute and easy read - I love a bit of fake dating with a hint of enemies to lovers! When the lines start to get blurred of what is real and what is fake I am INVESTED. I listened to some of this on audio and found that a great addition. The spicey scenes were really well done in this. I need to go back and read Hate Mail now!

A great book . Priscilla is a event planner and she just got fired . Her best friend Tina wants to be the one to propose to her boyfriend Ryan so she hires her and persuade her that she must start her own business . When Priscilla learn from Oliver Ryan's best friend that he also is ready to propose they team up so they both propose the same time . Priscilla and Oliver can't stand each other but for their friends happiness they pretend that they are dating . All the pretending makes her realize that her crush for him is still there and maybe she is even in love with him . Will she be able to be successful both in work and love ?
I received this book from netgalley , the author and the publisher as an ARC . Thank you . All thoughts and opinions are my own .

This was a super light, summer read! It was one of a few ARCs I received and I left it on my shelf too long, given how fun this story was!

The story is about Priscilla- an event planner who is asked by her best friend Tina, to plan her dream proposal to her boyfriend Ryan, ironically at the same time he is trying to plan his own surprise proposal for her. Like Tina, Ryan calls on his best friend Oliver for help. But Oliver and Priscilla have had an unpleasant run-in in the past, and so there's some complicated history there. But in order to pull off their secret proposals, Tina and Ryan rope their besties in to help out.

Forced to keep the secret for the friends, Priscilla and Oliver have to work together to pull it all off. As they spend more and more time together, they come up with a plan to "fake date" each other so that they can justify to their friends all the time they are spending together- to keep the ruse going. This happens to the delight Tina and Ryan, who feel that their best friends would make the perfect couple themselves.

The story is filled with witty bander and delightful snark. Throughout the proposal planning, you see Priscilla and Oliver's feelings towards each other start to develop and realize that what they say is a 'fake relationship' becomes more genuine than either of them could of hoped for. They explore their complicated past and realize it was nothing more than a big misunderstanding.

Special thanks to NetGalley and Harper Collins UK for this ARC.

Priscilla and Oliver's story is a rollercoaster of emotions—once they were attracted to one another, but now they find themselves fierce adversaries. An unexpected twist involving a pair of proposals thrusts them together as reluctant partners in a fake relationship, adding layers of tension and intrigue.

From the very beginning, I found myself rooting for Priscilla. She’s had a rough patch, surrounded by people who consistently undervalue her. Her spirited and sassy attitude—particularly in her witty exchanges with Oliver—made her an instant favorite. It was disheartening to watch her get chastised for being passionate; all she truly needed were friends who recognized her worth.The story unfolds solely through Priscilla’s eyes, which initially made it tough to warm up to Oliver. However, once I pushed through that early frustration, I began to see his charm—a mix of cocky confidence tempered by moments of vulnerability. Their chemistry sparked right away, and I appreciated how the narrative didn’t drag its feet; the pace kept me hooked. That said, the constant reminder of their relationship being "fake," especially just before intimate moments, grew a bit tiresome. I wasn’t a fan of Priscilla’s best friend, Tina, who often seemed more of a hurdle than a support. She urged Priscilla to chase her dreams of starting a business but was quick to criticize her when opportunities arose, ultimately deepening the rift between Priscilla and Oliver.

Despite these hiccups, I genuinely enjoyed the book. It was a delightful read that kept me engaged from start to finish. Priscilla and Oliver’s relationship blossomed beautifully, and the sweet resolution left me grinning from ear to ear. I’m eagerly anticipating what Donna Marchetti has in store for us next!

Event planner Priscilla’s best friend asks her to help plan the perfect proposal to her boyfriend. When she talks to Oliver, the boyfriend’s best friend, she finds out the boyfriend is planning a proposal of his own. Priscilla and Oliver team up to plan a surprise joint proposal, but they end up pretending to date in order to cover up the planning.

I love the dynamic between the two characters. They overcome their initial misunderstandings and work together to plan an epic proposal for their friends. Along the way, their fake relationship starts to feel real. The way they have to navigate all the zany things that happen, while still keeping their friends from finding out is a blast! I also love how supportive their friends are too. Priscilla’s bestie fully encourages her to start her own event planning business and uses the proposal as an excuse to help fund the dream. The

All in all, it’s a really fun and uplifting enemies-to-lovers romance. I can’t wait to read mor from this author!

Super cute enemies to lovers romance with a miscommunication troupe that actually works. Love the main couple and their friends. I had a blast reading this and pretty much read it in one sitting.

I received an arc from netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Swoony, fun, and full of rom-com sparkle 💍💖. The Proposal Project is a playful, heartfelt love story about grand gestures, unexpected feelings, and finding love when you least expect it. Donna Marchetti delivers witty banter, slow-burn chemistry, and feel-good energy throughout. I adored the romantic mischief and emotional payoff. A perfect read for rom-com fans.

⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (3.75 stars)
I totally loved this book! The Proposal Project has been such a fun and heartwarming read. The enemies-to-lovers vibe between the main characters is done so well, full of tension, emotion, and that undeniable soft spot they clearly have for each other. It makes every interaction between them feel charged and meaningful. I also really loved how tight-knit the friendships are in this story. Watching both leads go above and beyond to help their best friends plan perfect proposals? It was honestly beautiful. Friends like that don’t come around often, and it added so much depth to the plot. A huge thank you to Donna Marchetti and NetGalley for the ARC, this one was a joy to read!

Thank you NetGalley and Harper Collins UK for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

After losing her job, event planner Priscilla Cain is determined to help her best friend plan the perfect proposal—until she discovers the groom-to-be has plans of his own. Forced to team up with his infuriating (and annoyingly attractive) best friend Oliver, Priscilla must navigate secret scheming, close quarters, and unexpected chemistry. As the proposal takes shape, so does a potential love story neither of them saw coming.

While I was intrigue by the premise (In another live, I’d LOVE to be an event planner!) , this book just wasn’t it for me. Honestly, I probably should have DNF’ed it. Though it’s described as an enemies to lovers, it leaned very heavily into the miscommunication trope. Not only that, I found Priscilla to be shockingly juvenile for her age- I needed much more emotional maturity in order to connect with her. I also felt the romance lacked substance and depth. While there were some cute moments, overall it just fell flat for me.