Book Review: Arranged Vacancy

 

In Washington, where everything is at stake, no one’s hands are clean, and nothing is ever as it seems.

Jaclyn Taylor’s life is curated to absolute perfection. Despite having secret political ambitions of her own, the only way the Washington darling will have a seat at the table is on the arm of a Senator, Vice President, or if she plays her cards right, as the wife of the next President of the United States.

Engaged to presidential hopeful Christopher Blake, everything is falling into place for Jaclyn. Until he doesn’t show up on their wedding day. Forced to either postpone or cancel the wedding, his twin brother offers to take Christopher’s place for the day, helping her save face and maintain her loveless arrangement.

Temporary. A charade. Smoke and mirrors.

Except for Alexander Blake, nothing about standing in for his missing brother is pretend. Even through the lies and deceit, he finds himself falling for the one woman he shouldn’t. But when Christopher reappears, ready to claim his place as Jaclyn’s husband, Jaclyn and Alexander face the difficult choice between love and politics.

Arranged Vacancy is a deliciously spicy political romance that is intended for mature audiences.

If you are looking for a romantic comedy, you will not find it here.


My Review

Jaclyn and Alex share an instant attraction to one another. It did not take too long before they were giving into their attraction. This led to many steamy scenes. I could tell how much Alex cared for Jaclyn. The fact that he respected her and wanted her to have her own opinions versus just agreeing to what his brother's campaigning for is awesome. 

Even before I met Chris, I already did not like him. This did not change once I did meet him. Even when he was trying to win Jaclyn over, all I could do was root for Alex. Every time that Alex and Jaclyn came together, their connection grew stronger. 

I loved the ending to this book. Which I did find to be a very quick read for me. Not surprised as Irene is a must-read author for me. 


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Meet Irene Bahrd:

Irene Bahrd is a Gryffindor Capricorn and one of the most avid readers you will ever meet.

She started her writing journey as a dare from a friend, after recounting dating stories from

her early twenties. They inspired her to write spicy parody and romantic comedy novels that

feature a variety of book boyfriends—from growly alpha heroes to cinnamon roll golden

retrievers.

Her favorite genres to read include fantasy romance, romantic comedies, and contemporary

dark romance. You’ll find some of her favorite books and authors referenced by main

characters in her own books.

Irene can be found on Instagram and TikTok under @irenebahrdauthor

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