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I Temporarily Do

Book 1 in the series:Cordially Invited

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'I Temporarily Do' in the series 'Cordially Invited' by Ellie Cahill, Liz Czukas follows the story of Emmy, who gets swindled by a fake apartment leasing scam, and Beckett, who gets dumped by his fiancee just before they both have to find new accommodations. With both facing housing crises, they team up to help each other out. The book narrates their journey from being friends to something more, set against the backdrop of college life and relationships. The writing style is engaging, with a focus on character development and a mix of humor and heartfelt moments that keep the readers hooked till the end.

Emmy and Beckett's story is a heartwarming tale of finding love in unexpected circumstances. The plot unfolds smoothly, showcasing the growth of their relationship from roommates to something deeper. The book captures the essence of college life, friendship, and the struggles of young adults trying to navigate love and responsibilities. The author's storytelling keeps the readers engaged, with a mix of sweet romance, relatable characters, and a touch of humor that makes 'I Temporarily Do' a delightful read.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, portraying relatable struggles while transitioning into a romantic relationship.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is light, focusing on character interactions and feelings, primarily through the female protagonist's perspective.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around two friends entering a marriage of convenience due to housing challenges while transitioning to grad school.

Setting:

The setting is primarily around a graduate school, where housing challenges create the premise for the marriage of convenience.

Pacing:

The pacing is generally slow burn, allowing for natural development of feelings without rushing the romance.
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Notes:

The book follows Beckett Anderson and Emily (Emmy), two college students facing housing issues before grad school.
Beckett was supposed to marry his long-term girlfriend Emily but she dumps him shortly before their wedding.
Emmy gets scammed by someone pretending to be her future roommate, leaving her homeless and broke.
To solve their housing problems, Beckett and Emmy decide to marry for convenience to access married student housing.
The story has a friends-to-lovers theme, starting off as platonic roommates.
The book is primarily told from Emmy's perspective, which adds a unique touch to their interactions.
Readers noted that the romance builds slowly, with a 'slow burn' approach to their relationship.
The characters both have relatable struggles, making them feel authentic and engaging to readers.
There's a light-hearted tone with humor throughout the narrative, making it a fun read.
The book’s length is around 220 pages, making it a quick read for those looking for something light and enjoyable.
It features a marriage of convenience trope, which is classic in romance but uniquely applied here.
Overall, the book is described as cute and sweet, focusing more on emotional connection than steamy scenes.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings may include themes of emotional distress from breakups and minor profanity.

Has Romance?

The romance is a significant and central aspect of the story, characterized by emotional depth and gradual development.

From The Publisher:

A little white lie. A little white wedding. A pair of roommates in over their heads.

Days before she's set to move across the country and start a prestigious graduate program, a con artist leaves Emmy with no where to live and less than zero dollars in her bank account. But her day doesn't seem quite so bad compared to Beckett's-his fiancée called off their wedding just days before they tie the knot. Now he's single and ineligible for his place in married student housing.

So what are a girl without a home and a guy without a wife supposed to do? A quickie wedding in Vegas will solve both their problems. It's a business arrangement, and no one even needs to know. They'll just get an annulment in a few months. What could go wrong?

Only Beckett forgot to mention his new apartment is a one-bedroom. And neither of them counted on their new friends at Middlesex University thinking they're a great couple.

The platonic newlywed game might be harder to play than Emmy thought. Especially when it starts to feel less than platonic.

I Temporarily Do is a Stand-Alone Romantic Comedy

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