The story was cute with not a lot of depth or serious conversations (but a lot of people falling into water). I liked the friendship between Jessa and the bride. Overall it was a fun, lighthearted read.

3.5 stars, rounded up.

Kindly received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I want to say thank you to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me the privilege of being able to read this book.

This was an okay book, the story is cute and I really loved the full circle moment from the beginning to the end, as sad as this is that was able all I enjoyed. I've said before I don't mind the instalove troupe usually you end up finding ways in the book that make it work, or its dual pov so you get an inside into the other parties thoughts, or the main character has conversations with the other character and you can see how they work. None of that is here. This book would have worked flawlessly for me if it had been dual pov between the main characters, I really needed insights into how Brody actually thought, what he even liked or anything really about him. You learn all of literally a handful of things about him and three of them are mentioned in the description of the book.

I kept waiting for them to have an actual real in-depth conversation, truly alone about each other. If you pretend to fake date you might actually want to learn about the other so you're not caught. Even as they got closer that still never happened. Most of the conversations they really had were just about how Jessa is going to get back at Todd/ thinking about Todd. One Nikki is way worse, two maybe it'd be nice if she considered Brody's feelings about Nikki besides being jealous of it, and three instead of thinking hmm I wonder if she was this physically cruel to Brody maybe ask him? Honestly that thought popped into my head more times than I can count. It didn't really feel like a romance story, it felt like a story about a woman getting dumped and than getting a real fairytale come true. I just wish it was a little more personable, a little more real feeling. I also wish it had a little more fun. I didn't laugh, I didn't feel sad or bad for someone. There just wasn't much emotion in this book for me for the first time in a long time. Technically speaking this is a good read, I enjoyed it, it's just missing a lot for me.

Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart for allowing me to read this book I really appreciate it.

I love all of Portia Macintosh’s books and I can honestly say this is my new favourite. I love her writing style creating lovable but flawed characters but Jessa was a masterpiece and Brody? What can I say about Brody.? He was an absolute dream. Three weddings, a cruise, a psycho ex and forced proximity and fake dating makes this the perfect read. I devoured it in one sitting.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 stars!

Going overboard is a warm and funny light read that had me smiling at my kindle from the moment we meet Jessa being hit on by a drunken T-Rex and obnoxious super mario brother to the absolutely perfect HEA.

What I loved in particular:
- Portia MacIntosh’s set up for the fake dating part of the story was perfect, the start of the book is a nightmare for Jessa, she’s dumped during the slow dance at one wedding only to find herself competing to catch the bouquet with her ex’s new girlfriend and a wedding 2 weeks later, who wouldn’t jump at the chance to fake date a sports star under those circumstances.
- Jessa and Brody were adorable, his teasing jokes made me laugh out loud.

This was the perfect read for a lazy Sunday morning.

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read this ARC

I think that this might just be Portia MacIntosh's best book yet! (At least in my opinion and when compared to the other books I have read from her.)

This book has an unexpected break-up (at the beginning with her ex, so don't worry), likable characters, easy writing style, fake dating, forced proximity, and a friend's destination wedding.

Need I say anything else?

I really enjoyed this and think this is perfect for anyone who is looking for a quick and easy (and very fun and enjoyable) little summer read. It really does feel seasonally perfect.

I really did speed through this. I read like half of it a little after midnight last night and the rest of it before lunch. A two sitting read, easily (and if you wanted to, I bet you could read it in one sitting if you need a nice little afternoon beach read).

I enjoyed the ease of the writing style and how easy the characters were to like and root for. And I think this is so important. I need to like the characters I am reading about, I need someone to root for. And I need to be made to fall in love with the characters alongside the characters.

Thanks to NetGalley for the e-ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review! My Goodreads review is up and my TikTok (Zoe_Lipman) review will be up at the end of the month with my monthly reading wrap-up.

This was such a fun, lighthearted read with a great mix of humor, romance, and adventure. I loved the setting—it felt like a mini escape—and the characters kept me entertained from start to finish. The banter was sharp, and the storyline had just enough twists to keep things interesting without ever feeling too heavy.

The romance was sweet, though I think I wanted a bit more buildup or emotional depth between the characters. But honestly, I picked this up looking for something fun and easy to enjoy, and it definitely delivered on that front.

Perfect for when you want something light, funny, and a little bit escapist.

Going Overboard is such a fun, feel-good romance. It kicks off when Jessa gets dumped at a wedding—totally awkward—and then ends up teaming with Brody, a famous cricket player who’s also dealing with heartbreak. They come up with a plan to get back at their exes, which leads to a lot of funny and sweet moments.

I really enjoyed the classic rom-com vibes — fake dating, forced close moments, and the slow change from dislike to love. The cruise setting adds a fun, fancy backdrop that makes the story even more entertaining.

If you want something light, funny, and romantic to read on a weekend or holiday, this book is perfect. It’s a reminder that love can show up when you least expect it, sometimes in the most unexpected ways.

I just finished a good book. Going Overboard by Portia MacIntosh is available soon and is one you should put on your list.

This book had it all for me and that was it. I had to read this to see what it was all about. I was not disappointed and enjoyed the content. Enjoyed this book. I want to find more of her books.

Picture thinking the love of your life might propose to you soon to find out that the whole time you were thinking of ways he might propose, he was thinking of ways to break up with you (don't worry it all works out in the end). This book is like a warm hug; you keep reading because you don't want to let go. I adored the short chapters (they make it even easier to devour the book) and the characters, apart from Nikki (you'll see why if you read the book). I love a fake dating trope and this book has lived up to my expectations and more. If you are looking for a romance that fills you with happiness then this is the book for you - you will not regret reading it!

Thank you to net galley, Boldwood Books, and Portia MacIntosh for allowing me to receive an ARC in exchange for my honest review