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The Unhoneymooners

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Christina Lauren

The Unhoneymooners

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hawaii • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren follows Olive Torres, who, after a disastrous wedding where the entire party falls ill except her and the groom’s brother, Ethan, reluctantly takes her sister's honeymoon trip to avoid waste. Forced to pretend to be a couple, Olive and Ethan's mutual animosity slowly turns to affection, leading them to navigate romantic feelings, misunderstandings, and familial complications.

Romantic

Humorous

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.1

1,002,746 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren is broadly praised for its humor, engaging plot, and chemistry between characters. Readers appreciate the light, romantic escapism and witty banter. However, some critique the story for predictability and lack of depth in character development. Overall, it's a fun, feel-good read for fans of romantic comedies.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Unhoneymooners?

A reader who enjoys witty romantic comedies with a mix of sarcastic banter and heartfelt moments will find The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren delightful. Fans of Emily Henry’s Beach Read and Sophie Kinsella’s Can You Keep a Secret? will appreciate its humor, charming characters, and roller-coaster romance set against a tropical backdrop.

4.1

1,002,746 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Character List

Olive Torres

The protagonist, she has a biology PhD and works in the pharmaceutical industry; she is Mexican American, an identical twin, and has a streak of mishaps and misadventures.

Olive’s identical twin sister, she works as a hematology nurse and is known for her organization, confidence, and love of winning contests.

Dane’s older brother, serious and witty with striking looks; he shares a competitive streak and a preference for honesty and conversation with Olive.

Ethan’s younger brother, characterized by a shallow, party-loving persona which earns him the nickname “dudebro.”

Ethan’s ex-girlfriend, small, blond, and cheerful; her presence in Hawaii highlights differences between past and present dynamics with Ethan.

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hawaii • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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