Laire McKinney

The cover of the book is beautiful, though misleading since the book takes place on an island in the Pacific. The blurb about the book was what hooked me into reading. It was very in line with a made-for-TV movie on Hallmark or LMN. It was insta-love, which isn't my favorite, but it made for an interesting story. I wish there was a little more back story about Serena and why she decided to travel and join the coterie. I'd be interested to see more about Shai and Serena.

Overall, this book was a quick and cute read. 3.5 out of 5 stars. Thank you to LibraryThing and BHC Press for an early reviewer copy for an honest review.… (meer)

Serena goes undercover in a modern harem to get a scoop to secure a staff position at work. She's recovering from a broken heart and recent breakup, combined with jet lag and one too many drinks, her first hours on the island are a bit madcap. She's thrown into a formal dinner and manages to muddle through.
Prince Shai has to marry quickly to save his island nation and ascend to the throne, but a surprise from a neighboring kingdom gives him a shock about his situation, his late father, and his priorities.
Life with Serena is never dull, and their time together is full of sparks. Shai had hoped to marry for love, but things aren't going his way. He's warring with feelings he's never felt and searching for anything to save his homeland.
Misunderstandings abound between the modern interpretation of a harem, secrets, familial obligations and those to the kingdom. Is there a chance for a modern girl to find love in a jasmine-scented paradise which seems too good to be true? Shai's deadline is looming and everything is on the line, he wants it all, but can he find the hidden clues in time?
A fun, smexy read!
**Received a review copy from LibraryThing**… (meer)