Party of Two by Jasmine Guillory

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Olivia Monroe has just relocated to LA to start up a law firm with her best friend. At a hotel bar, she meets a handsome man and flirts with him for the rest of the evening. Olivia finds out that the gorgeous man she had such good chemistry with is none other than junior senator, Max Powell. Olivia has no interest in dating, let alone someone in the public eye. But then Max sends her one of her favourite desserts with a message—can she really turn down chocolate cake?

Because of Max's high profile job, they begin seeing each other in secret. Max is adorable and funny, and Olivia looks forward to their dates, even with Max in disguise. When they finally takes things public, everyone is talking. There is intense scrutiny from the media and they even go so far as to dig up an incident from her past. Olivia knows Max is special, but can she survive living in the spotlight?

This is the fifth instalment from Guillory's Wedding Date series and it is filled with decadent food, flirting, and some spice! You do not need to read Guillory's other books (The Wedding Date, The Proposal, The Wedding Party, Royal Holiday) before reading this one. Although there are subtle references to other characters/storylines from her previous books, there is nothing that would prevent the reader from not following what is going on in this story, but you may get a spoiler or two.

Party of Two stars Alexis' sister, Olivia. She is a fabulous leading lady with smarts and style. Olivia is thoughtful and articulate, whereas Max is more impulsive. He's comfortable in the public eye and incredibly charming. I kept seeing Fitzgerald Grant (Tony Goldwyn) and Olivia Pope (Kerry Washington) in my mind's eye while reading this.

What I love about Guillory is that she pens character that are interesting and engaging, yet are relatable. Her stories flow effortlessly and are so endearing. Like her other books, the premise may be lighthearted and playful, but it is also smart and captivating.

Jasmine, you are a delight and I never want this series to end!

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JASMINE GUILLORY is the New York Times bestselling author of The Wedding Date, The Proposal, The Wedding Party and Royal Holiday. Her work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Real Simple, O The Oprah Magazine, and Shondaland.com.

She lives in Oakland, California.