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Mum in Waiting
280 pages
A classic, fast-paced romance where a comedic lie spirals into unexpected passion and a high-stakes marriage of convenience.
What it feels like
This is a quintessential, comfort-read contemporary romance that hits all the beloved trope buttons with brisk, satisfying efficiency. The atmosphere is warm and emotionally charged, wrapping the reader in a swoony, tension-filled bubble where comedic misunderstandings quickly give way to genuine vulnerability. The prose is accessible and dialogue-heavy, keeping the focus squarely on the crackling chemistry between a protective, duty-bound hero and a heroine learning to demand true love rather than settle for convenience. It reads like a nostalgic, feel-good afternoon escape, moving swiftly from a playful high school reunion setup into the deeper emotional waters of unexpected family. Fans of classic category romance who adore the oops-baby and marriage-of-convenience tropes will find this a delightful, heart-tugging treat.
- Mood
- swoony
- cozy
- heartwarming
- tension-filled
- Tone
- earnest
- romantic
- playful
- dramatic
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- unexpected family · duty versus desire · vulnerability and trust · marriage of convenience · letting down walls
- The writing
- Accessible and dialogue-driven, prioritizing emotional immediacy and romantic chemistry over flowery descriptions.
- The arc
- Moves from comedic defensive posturing and accidental intimacy to a vulnerable, high-stakes negotiation of true love.
- Who it's for
- Readers who devour classic category romances featuring protective heroes, accidental pregnancies, and the marriage-of-convenience trope.
Content notes
- accidental pregnancy
About the book
HER STAND-IN FIANCE?
When Tracy Hall vowed to be the belle of her high school reunion, she thought all she'd need was a glamorous new look, a diamond ring on her finger and a fiance - conveniently left behind, of course. Simple, right? Wrong!
Once she met up with high school heartthrob Rick Bennet, her simple plan went awry. For after an unexpected night of passion with the gorgeous marine captain, Tracy suddenly found herself inconveniently pregnant. Now Rick no longer wanted to be her pretend fiance...but her husband of convenience. But what Rick was willing to do for duty, Tracy could only do for love...
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