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An American in London
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Expected 24 Jun 25For a people-pleasing New Yorker and a disagreeable (if seriously hot) Brit, it’s love at fourth sight in a funny and emotional romantic comedy by a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author.
Tuesday Reynolds’s dreamy life in Manhattan has gone belly-up. Ditched by her college sweetheart and with her Wall Street banking job at risk, she’s off to London to prove herself to a new CEO. Plans change when Tuesday meets Ben Kelley, a wealthy, scowly, and movie-star-handsome stranger. He’s just missing one thing to make his professional dreams come true.
What does Ben need? Oh, just a fake fiancée to impress a duke and duchess. What’s in it for Tuesday? Enough money to put a down payment on an apartment back in New York, a new wardrobe, and a weekend in the country at the stately home of the duke and duchess. The Bridgerton vibes are absolutely off the charts.
Everything between Ben and Tuesday is completely professional, until the rehearsals for their weekend romance start to feel…almost authentic.
It’s official. Tuesday’s life has been hijacked by a rom-com scriptwriter. But the best love stories aren’t the ones on the big screen. Maybe they’re the real ones that sneak up on you when you least expect it.
Tuesday Reynolds’s dreamy life in Manhattan has gone belly-up. Ditched by her college sweetheart and with her Wall Street banking job at risk, she’s off to London to prove herself to a new CEO. Plans change when Tuesday meets Ben Kelley, a wealthy, scowly, and movie-star-handsome stranger. He’s just missing one thing to make his professional dreams come true.
What does Ben need? Oh, just a fake fiancée to impress a duke and duchess. What’s in it for Tuesday? Enough money to put a down payment on an apartment back in New York, a new wardrobe, and a weekend in the country at the stately home of the duke and duchess. The Bridgerton vibes are absolutely off the charts.
Everything between Ben and Tuesday is completely professional, until the rehearsals for their weekend romance start to feel…almost authentic.
It’s official. Tuesday’s life has been hijacked by a rom-com scriptwriter. But the best love stories aren’t the ones on the big screen. Maybe they’re the real ones that sneak up on you when you least expect it.
271 pages, Paperback
Expected publication June 24, 2025
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About the author
Louise Bay
70 books7,260 followersInternational, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author, Louise Bay writes contemporary romance novels that make you laugh - the kind she likes to read.
Ruined by the bonk-busters of the eighties, Louise was inspired by Judith Krantz and Jackie Collins, but wants to be Emily Henry when she grows up.
Louise loves the rain, RHOBH, London, days when she doesn't have to wear make-up, hanging out with her kid, elephants and champagne (not necessarily in that order).
She loves to hear from readers so get in touch!
Ruined by the bonk-busters of the eighties, Louise was inspired by Judith Krantz and Jackie Collins, but wants to be Emily Henry when she grows up.
Louise loves the rain, RHOBH, London, days when she doesn't have to wear make-up, hanging out with her kid, elephants and champagne (not necessarily in that order).
She loves to hear from readers so get in touch!
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March 22, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and Montlake for the ARC!
An American in London was a fun and lighthearted read! Tuesday is such an outgoing and lively FMC, the complete opposite of the more reserved and serious Ben. Their dynamic made for an entertaining contrast, especially as their paths cross during Tuesday’s work trip to London. The twist? Ben is a doppelgänger for the famous actor Daniel De Luca—someone Tuesday was absolutely obsessed with growing up. And to top it off, there’s a convention for the actor happening right at her hotel, making for some hilarious and over-the-top moments.
While the book leans heavily into the cheesy side—maybe a little too much for me—I can see how others might enjoy it more. The banter was fun, the premise was unique, and the romance had its swoon-worthy moments. If you’re looking for a lighthearted escape with an opposites-attract romance, this one is worth picking up!
An American in London was a fun and lighthearted read! Tuesday is such an outgoing and lively FMC, the complete opposite of the more reserved and serious Ben. Their dynamic made for an entertaining contrast, especially as their paths cross during Tuesday’s work trip to London. The twist? Ben is a doppelgänger for the famous actor Daniel De Luca—someone Tuesday was absolutely obsessed with growing up. And to top it off, there’s a convention for the actor happening right at her hotel, making for some hilarious and over-the-top moments.
While the book leans heavily into the cheesy side—maybe a little too much for me—I can see how others might enjoy it more. The banter was fun, the premise was unique, and the romance had its swoon-worthy moments. If you’re looking for a lighthearted escape with an opposites-attract romance, this one is worth picking up!
March 19, 2025
I received an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
I enjoyed it although I don’t like first person POV. I much prefer third person which allows the writer to let us inside the head of the hero as well as the heroine.
Tuesday (seriously?) and Ben are a perfect couple and for the entire book there is absolutely no reason why they can’t be together. The fake engagement was well done and probably the best part of the book.
Ben is a sweetie - a total hero. Everyone was nice. London was neglected. The Duke and Duchess were like no Duke and Duchess I’ve ever met, but hey - it’s fiction so that doesn’t really matter.
It was a nice story, but it took forever to reach the happy ending that was heralded from the beginning. I just expected … more.
A good read.
I enjoyed it although I don’t like first person POV. I much prefer third person which allows the writer to let us inside the head of the hero as well as the heroine.
Tuesday (seriously?) and Ben are a perfect couple and for the entire book there is absolutely no reason why they can’t be together. The fake engagement was well done and probably the best part of the book.
Ben is a sweetie - a total hero. Everyone was nice. London was neglected. The Duke and Duchess were like no Duke and Duchess I’ve ever met, but hey - it’s fiction so that doesn’t really matter.
It was a nice story, but it took forever to reach the happy ending that was heralded from the beginning. I just expected … more.
A good read.
March 23, 2025
An American in London
I loved this book with its two brilliant characters Ben and Tuesday plus a great supporting cast, sparkling dialogue and a heart warming fast paced story.
Tuesday has had a tough time now in London she has to prove herself to her employers in a New York Wall Street bank by working with a new CEO. As well as this her boyfriend of 10 years has run off with a ballerina.
The first meeting between her and billionaire Ben is really amusing and the story continues with taciturn Ben needing Tuesday’s help with a deal he is trying to make with a Duke.
Their relationship gathers momentum and is wonderfully described with lovely emotional moments.
A throughly heartwarming romance that leaves you feeling upbeat and happy.
My thanks to netgalley and publisher for the opportunity to review this book honestly.
I loved this book with its two brilliant characters Ben and Tuesday plus a great supporting cast, sparkling dialogue and a heart warming fast paced story.
Tuesday has had a tough time now in London she has to prove herself to her employers in a New York Wall Street bank by working with a new CEO. As well as this her boyfriend of 10 years has run off with a ballerina.
The first meeting between her and billionaire Ben is really amusing and the story continues with taciturn Ben needing Tuesday’s help with a deal he is trying to make with a Duke.
Their relationship gathers momentum and is wonderfully described with lovely emotional moments.
A throughly heartwarming romance that leaves you feeling upbeat and happy.
My thanks to netgalley and publisher for the opportunity to review this book honestly.
March 22, 2025
This book has a mixture those Godwink movies (where the universe gives you signs) and a splash of Pretty Woman.
Tuesday and Ben both come from humble beginnings but due to Ben’s success he has become more guarded.
Tuesday is also dealing with personal issues and this trip to London has opened up some emotional wounds for her.
Watch how Tuesday is able to slowly bring down those walls that Ben has erected. Tuesday will find some unlikely new friends including a duchess.
You will enjoy the slow burn as it is mixed in with the sizzling chemistry and banter.
I was lucky enough to get an ARC of this book through NetGalley for a honest review.
Tuesday and Ben both come from humble beginnings but due to Ben’s success he has become more guarded.
Tuesday is also dealing with personal issues and this trip to London has opened up some emotional wounds for her.
Watch how Tuesday is able to slowly bring down those walls that Ben has erected. Tuesday will find some unlikely new friends including a duchess.
You will enjoy the slow burn as it is mixed in with the sizzling chemistry and banter.
I was lucky enough to get an ARC of this book through NetGalley for a honest review.
March 22, 2025
I loved this book so much that I simultaneously couldn't wait to read it and was sad it was finished so soon - it was just that good! I am a huge fan of Louise Bay's books and whenever she has a new one published it is automatically on my TBR list but this book is one of my favorite ever. The characters were wonderful and completely likable and the story was fast-paced and very entertaining while at the same time just so romantic. I rooted for Tuesday from the start and Ben turned out to be the perfect book-boyfriend. For me an excellent romance that I will be sure to reread more than once.
I received an ARC via netgalley.com and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received an ARC via netgalley.com and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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