A one-night stand between two old childhood friends turns into something more, but when a scandal threatens to tear them apart, they must decide how hard to fight for love—a steamy romance debut perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey and Kennedy Ryan.
Exhausted and on deadline with a story that could make or break her career, investigative journalist Georgia Ross is on the verge of a meltdown when a cancelled flight leaves her stuck in the airport overnight. But when a familiar face appears—the older brother of her childhood friend—and offers help, Gigi seems to have caught a break.
Alec Kim is handsome, humble, and kind—exactly the sort of man that Gigi has forgotten existed after her own painful heartbreaks. An evening of reconnection followed by a night of no-strings-attached passion with Alec feels like a gift—that is, until Gigi finally realizes that their childhood connection isn’t the only reason he seems so familiar to her.
Alec is determined to prove to Gigi that he is truly the man she thinks he is, even if it means coming clean about his fame—and his family’s connection to the story Gigi’s been working so hard to break.
But as their feelings for each other grow deeper, Gigi and Alec must navigate a new reality…one where both of their hard-won careers are put directly in the path of an international scandal.
Cassie’s Review
4.5 Stars!
This is exactly the right book I needed. Extremely spicy celebrity romance, with a twist of suspense, that will absolutely keep you glued to the pages.
Alec and Georgia have an instant connection that absolutely sizzles. This is definitely not a slow burn romance, these two can’t keep their hands of each other. Pacing on this book was top notch, I never felt like it was plodding along waiting for the other shoe to drop. Overall this was an insta love, but that connection between them was done so spectacularly, which I don’t normally see in contemporary romance.
I loved they were on the same page about their feelings, it really felt like Georgia was coming full circle about how destroyed she felt after her previous relationship.
This was just a great read, and I hope we see more from this author.
TW: assault (not on page)
Ashley’s Review:
⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I really enjoyed Scandalized by Ivy Owens. The cover drew me in; the writing held me captive.
Georgia is an LA-based journalist investigating sexual assault at a nightclub in London. During a flight delay on her way home, she bumps into her childhood best friend's older brother, Alec. The two haven't seen each other in more than a decade, but their chemistry is undeniable. What starts as one night, becomes two weeks, and then so much more.
Alec and Georgia are easy characters to love. Though the story is told entirely from Georgia's perspective, it's hard to miss all of the signs that Alec is falling for her. He's such a swoon-worthy book boyfriend.
I really enjoyed the pacing in this story. The plot moves quickly enough to keep readers entertained, but it doesn't feel rushed. This book is also incredibly spicy. There's one phone scene in particular that will live rent-free in my mind for a while.
I'm happy to report this story matches its cover - beautiful, sleek, and full of fireworks.
Thank you Pocket Books/Simon and Schuster for the eARC for review. All opinions are our own.
