The Enemies' Island by Jessica King: Book Review

 **ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own. 

The Book

I’ve just been selected to be on the reality show of my dreams, but there’s a catch—my teammate is the man of my nightmares.

Colton Downing, senator’s son, golden boy, and the thorn in my side since high school, has just decided to join me as a contestant on Sunsets and Sabotage—my favorite show. Not his, mine. It’s clear from the get-go that he cares little for the game show and even less about the prize money, which I’m desperate to win. No, for Colton, his sole object in being my partner is just to vex me.

At least, that’s what I thought—but everything changes when we get to Sabotage Island.

Between the grueling competitions, savage competitors, and constant hunger, I quickly learn that Colton has as much to lose in this game as I do, and if we stand a chance of beating out the other teams and gaining America’s votes, we’ll need to work together to pull off our crazy plan.

But playing nice with Colton is not something I’m prepared for, especially when his soft glances and heroic actions aren’t just changing the game; they’re melting me like butter on a biscuit.

With each day that passes on the island, I’m more certain of one thing—winning the show, with my heart intact, will be the greatest challenge of all.

The Enemies’ Island is an enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy filled with adventure, playful banter, endearing characters, and swoony moments that will make your heart squeal with happiness! This is a clean romance book with all the chemistry and without any language or explicit scenes (kisses only).

The Author

Jessica graduated from Brigham Young University with a major in English and a minor in editing. In her younger years, she spent many hours “zoning out” while imagining plots, characters, and epic meet-cutes. Now, she continues to zone out, except this time, her ideas actually make it to paper. Jessica is a mom to three cute kids and a wife to the most supportive husband ever. In her spare time, she loves to puzzle, listen to movie scores, and watch k-dramas with her husband.

Connect with Jessica on Instagram (@authorjessicaking)

Book Review

Reality TV may not be my thing, but I'm beginning to realize that books about reality TV most certainly are! And this particular fictional show (Sunsets and Sabotage) certainly seemed entertaining... like a mix between Survivor and Hunger Games (without the death)... and I was here for it. But mostly I was here for the romance... and it certainly delivered on that front too! Colton and Miss had such a unique dynamic... having been part of the same friend group since high school, but never really getting along. Cue the banter! But when they're actually forced to work together to try to win the competition, they discover that their long-held impressions might be a little off... and the chemistry when they do? So good! Their story was so fun, keeping me at the edge of my seat right through to the end! If you enjoy reality TV romance and enemies-to-love, this is one not to be missed! 

The Enemies' Island is a closed-door romance with kisses only and no language. It is the second book in the Hearts of Pine Lakes series but could definitely be enjoyed as a standalone as well.


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