Busted | By Olivia Sinclair

If you’re looking for a steamy, fast-paced escape, by Olivia Sinclair (2021) is a spicy contemporary romance that takes the "dad's best friend" trope to a whole new level. The Hook: When Your Secret Diary Becomes a Bestseller

: The tension of dating someone strictly "off-limits". Busted by Olivia Sinclair

Reviews on The StoryGraph and Amazon highlight the book's unique premise. While some readers found the pacing a bit rushed and the characters lacking deep development, many enjoyed it as a "non-serious," easy-to-devour romance that hits all the major genre requirements, including a satisfying . Perfect For Fans Of: Military Heroes : Alpha-male leads with a stern exterior. If you’re looking for a steamy, fast-paced escape,

: The meta-element of the heroine being an author herself. While some readers found the pacing a bit

: Aiden is portrayed as a stern, serious surgeon and military alpha who is initially unhappy about being the inspiration for steamy novels but eventually sets out to "cure" the heroine of her crush in his own way.

: This is a classic "Dad's Best Friend" and "Age Gap" romance. It also features "Forced Proximity," as the two eventually find themselves sharing a remote cabin.

: Billed as a steamy rom-com, it’s a quick, "over-the-top" read intended for fans of safe but high-heat romances. Reader Takeaways