I’m fake dating my ex’s brother…all on national television.GabbyI just needed a fake boyfriend to be on the reality show Desperate Househusbands with me to prove once and for all I was over my evil ex and living my best life.Too bad the only guy willing to do the job turned out to be my ex’s half-brother.Dimples are my kryptonite and he’s got two of them.RhettI was intrigued by her before I knew … and he’s got two of them.
Rhett
I was intrigued by her before I knew who she was.
And I admit, I signed up for the fake boyfriend position because I was curious how someone so successful could have dated my asshole brother.
Maybe it’s the way her edges soften at night when she cuddles up to me.
Or maybe it’s watching her rebuild her confidence brick by brick.
Maybe it’s just the goats stirring up repressed sexual desire.
Either way, I have feelings. Real ones.
Which is a bummer when my brother, the wrecking ball, comes back through the door, ruining everything we fought so hard for.
Where’s a goat to rekindle the flames when you need one?
Desperately Seeking Househusband is the third sexy RomCom stand-alone novel in the Reality of Love series.
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What a fantastically funny story. I laughed so much reading this book. I got a few funny looks. I really enjoyed this story. The characters were very likeable and brilliant. An absolutely amazing read that I enjoyed.
I laughed so much reading this one, I just about died!!!! I have only read a few books by this author but her and RomComs are perfect!!
The use of words her characters (well Marika Ray) to describe body parts or scenes in the book are HILARIOUS!! I had to read a couple of excerpts to my daughter and she was like that was pretty good! (She’s 19 so back off)
I can’t recommend this book fast enough if you need a good LOL and I mean literally gut workout laughing. Marika is my go to for a good RomCom in the future. So if I am feeling down I know my day will get brighter reading one of her books.
Nothing beats a great rom com and this book hit the nail on the head. Absolutely amazing read. From the moment I started reading this book I had a smile on my face, with many belly dull laughs in between, this book just left me completely happy after and in a really good mood. I could not put this book down once I started reading. A fantastic read and highly recommended.
Gabby and Rhett come from different worlds but their zest for life makes them a natural for each other. The book places them together and through the aftermath of sticking it out, never allowing anyone to come between them, they realize there is a connection between them. He designs surfboards and is not intimidated by her money. In the end, they realized they are in love and this is a witty and steam story, pushing the idea to believe in yourself. A great book.
This amazing rom-com will have you laughing so hard and often you’ll almost be passed out on the floor from lack of oxygen and leave you swooning. The storyline is incredibly funny and sweet but has a bit of drama and emotional turmoil to keep things balanced. This book captures and holds your attention easily. I loved Gabby and Rhett. These two were so perfect together it was almost a crime. Their chemistry was steamy and their banter clever. I loved how each of these characters gave support and encouragement to the other. A simply delightful read!!
Desperately Seeking Househusband by Marika Ray is exactly what you need to feel happy, relaxed and chilled in the stressful life. This was hilarious and witty. This was sexy and sweet. The whole story was a colourful party with some amazing characters and smart writing.
Gabby hired Rhett to be her fake boyfriend in national reality tv show to prove to her asshole ex that she is happy without him. But later she finds out Rhett with his killer body, wicked sense of humor, golden heart and sexy dimple is the half brother of her ex. What started as a game, becomes real. But Rhett and Gabby both has hangover from past. So we have a blast of a story with some ridiculously lovable characters. And goats.
The one liners in this story is spot on. I could not help but laugh out loud with the funny situations, the inappropriate banters and the comedy of errors. I love Rhett with his charm and easy going personality and sex appeal. I loved how he is protective and respectful of Gabby. Gabby is a sweet and adorable character. Her ex dimmed the light in her but Rhett helped the confident and sassy woman to come out. Like Gabby helped him to get a direction and motivation for his career. They were a perfect couple. The slow burn was so good and the chemistry was electrifying.
You will laugh,swoon and sigh while reading Desperately Seeking Househusband by Marika Ray. It won my heart and I felt so happy and light while reading it. I can promise you will have a good time!
Received ARC for Honest review
I love Gabby and Rhett! Haha such a great story. Fake relationship turns into real feelings. What’s not to love?! I enjoyed this book to the fullest. Highly recommend.
*This is my honest and voluntary review. I requested an ecopy to read from Kylie’s Fiction Addiction.
OH MY GOODNESS !!! This book is Amazing, I completely Loved it.
Marika Ray is a comical genius,Rhett and Gabby’s story will have you laughing to the point of tears.
It is a Fantastic, Witty,sweet,Romantic,and delightful read.
I was enthralled from the start ,it is a book that will make you feel good throughout and I couldn’t Adore it any more it was a totally joyous and pleasurable must read.
I Highly recommend it.
This is a must read rom-com! This is my first book by Marika and she had me cracking up from the beginning to the end! I loved watching Rhett and Gabby work through their issues together because it made their relationship that much stronger. I’ve never laughed so much over a Goat before! That alone should make you want to read this book! This is the 3rd book in the Reality of love Series. Each can be read as a standalone, but now I definitely want to go back and read the other 2 books!
Absolutely loved it!! Gabby and Rhett are adorable and funny!
Rhett and Gabby were great together. I laughed, swooned and fell in love with these two. I wanted to read so much more about these two.
Very cute funny read by a new to me author! I loved the premise, woman needs a fake boyfriend to come on a reality show with her to prove a point to the ex, feelings get involved (naturally), hilarity ensues, but this author’s humor is what jived with me the most. All her references and little inside jokes between the characters were understood and totally laughed out loud at. Rhett and Gabby were the sweetest, cheesiest characters I’ve connected with in a while. Great book to get lost in and a very promising introduction (for me) to this author and this series and I’m excited now to go back in and read the first two and whatever she has planned to continue I hope to have a front row seat for!
Funny sweet and a bit surreal at times.
The saying goes the best way to get over someone is to get under someone else. Or in this case, pretend to be madly in love with someone else and have it all filmed for a reality show.
All is going well, Rhett is hotter than expected, easy to get on with and the sexual tension is growing thicket by the minute. Then comes the bombshell, he is thr half brother of her ex.
After the shock wears off its time to decide if the showmance has a real shot ar becoming a romance. The supporting characters are kooky, quirky and totally add to the story.
Marika Ray has written another entertaining rom-com. I found myself laughing out loud at many of the scenes in the book. The characters were both likeable and relatable.
I enjoyed watching the development of Rhett and Gabby’s relationship.
Definitely a must read if you want to laugh.
This is the third book in the Reality of Love Series, but all can be read as stand alone.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
4 Stars.
Loved this rom-com… the story, the characters, the goats… all so fun! Can’t wait to check out more by this author!
Funny and goofy this books is everything you need for a lighthearted happy read. Characters were great and the premise of a fake relationship turned more on a reality show was the perfect setting.
Gabby jumped at the chance to appear on the reality show ” Desperate Househusbands”. Not only would she make some money, but she could prove to her despicable ex that she WAS over him: totally and completely…. Now… If Gabby could just FIND a boyfriend… Or a fake fiancee… She’s be set!
After interviewing many, MANY men, and having scared off her last prospect with a question about his purported third nipple, Gabby is ready to admit defeat…. That is, until Rhett spoke up…
“Why would a beautiful woman, who seemingly had her crap together, based on the well-kept hair, nails, and clothes, need a speed dating event to get a date? I expected rolled eyes, maybe even some shifting away from me and then a hasty exit. What I got was a stimulating word play game about nipples, which proved this chick had a sense of humor. Then I got lost in her flashing dark eyes, the kind that make you stare like a mesmerized fool. Here’s the kicker: I knew her.” – Rhett O’Donnell
As soon as Rhett heard Gabby answer her phone, he knew. He knew OF her, from her ex…. His brother. Oh, this was going to get interesting! Rhett lived for the strange and unusual, and it didn’t get much stranger than this! Now, how to tell her he knew OF her? And what would Gabby do when she discovered that she had just hired her ex boyfriend’s BROTHER to be her fake boyfriend… On national TV, no less!
““Loving another person isn’t easy and it’s never perfect. But if you love them, it’s worth fighting for.” – John Herrington
Oh my!!! What a wild ride! Ups and downs, shocks and surprises, and a love that sneaks up on Gabby and Rhett like a cat’s paw fog… Slowly, so slowly twining in and around; deepening as time goes on, just like the sexual tension between them. More than a kiss of heat in this one!
Desperately Seeking Househusband is definitely my favorite book of the Reality of Love series. It was fun, flirty, quirky, sexy – just a truly enjoyable story! From the beginning, I just knew that Gabby and Rhett were going to a perfect match for the other. I mean, when your first conversation is about a third nipple and you still want to enter into a fake relationship for a reality TV series – yup, they totally were going to make it. Of course, there was bound to be drama (the twist – yeah, that one definitely surprised me), but for the most part this story was light and fun and absolutely hilarious.
This is such a sweet story that says so much. I’m not sure how this author comes up with all these fabulous ideas for her stories but I hope she never stops.
Gabby is a woman trying to move on with her life and put her horrid ex-boyfriend behind her by going on a reality show (which in fact isn’t reality at all!) to show him what he’s missing and how she’s moving on with her life. Enter , Rhett, gorgeous, dimpled and full of life and excitement.
These two have instant chemistry together. Another thing they have in common is Hewitt, ex boyfriend and horrible half brother. Can they rid themselves of the awfulness of the past and make it or will it haunt them forever?
Along the way we come to meet over the top secondary characters and situations that feed into the story and make you howl with laughter and sometimes make me sad. Even though the story is crazy fun there are a lot of truths hidden into the storyline. There’s a saying that goes, “many a truth is said in jest”. I find that to be the case in this story. We’re so busy trying to prove that we’re fine when in fact we’re not. Why do we need to prove to someone else that our life is golden without them? They only person we need approval from is ourselves.
This book has everything you want; laughter, ridiculousness, smiles, tenderness, understanding, heat, and true love. Seriously, what more could you want? I don’t do spoilers so you’ll have to read this gem to be as taken in as I was by this treat of a book. I love Gabby but Rhett will steal your heart and you will want to be stolen!
So step away from reality for a little while and enjoy this book. You’ll be glad you did!
This rom com was a very enjoyable and entertaining read that made me smile and laugh as I turned each and every page! The storyline was very well written and the characters were very likable, believable, relatable and engaging! The chemistry and the interaction between Gabby and Rhett made this book well worth the read!