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The Spanish Love Deception
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Book Brief
482
Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas, Catalina "Lina" Martín, a Spanish woman working at a New York City engineering firm, needs an American boyfriend to accompany her to her sister's wedding in Spain. Her colleague Aaron Blackford offers to go, despite their contentious relationship. Throughout the trip, their professional façade begins to dissolve, revealing deeper personal connections. This novel references alcohol and explicit sexual content.
Romantic
Humorous
Emotional
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
772,636 ratings
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Review Roundup
Elena Armas' The Spanish Love Deception entertains with a breezy romance and engaging characters. Readers praise its humor and chemistry between leads, though some critique its predictability and pacing. Overall, it's a delightful read for romance enthusiasts, despite minor shortfalls.
Who Should Read The Spanish Love Deception?
Readers who relish slow-burn romance, witty banter, and fake dating tropes, such as found in Sally Thorne's The Hating Game, will find Elena Armas' The Spanish Love Deception irresistible. Ideal for fans of contemporary romance with strong, relatable characters and light-hearted, yet heartfelt, storytelling.
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Aaron Blackford
Aaron Blackford
A high-performing team director at InTech known for his stoic demeanor, who made a poor first impression on Lina by rejecting her welcome gift. Once a college football player, he harbors secret feelings for Lina while contending with personal and familial challenges.
Rosie
Rosie
Lina's loyal and insightful best friend, known for her unwavering support and wise nature. She remains a devoted confidante, standing up for Lina at work and always being there for emotional support.
Gerald
Gerald
A divisive character described as overweight and hostile, known for his sexist remarks and toxic behavior, particularly towards Lina. Though only appearing in a couple of scenes, his negative influence is felt throughout the novel.
482
Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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