I knew from the title and blurb of this book that it was one of those that would either be a hit for me or a complete miss. I think that a fake girlfriend or wife is a really tough sell, and usually the relationship ends up feeling so rushed that to me its just not believable. I did not have that problem with this story at all. I really loved this book and I thought that it was written beautifully. There is so much going on with these characters beneath the surface that I had to keep reading to see what layer Monica Murphy would peel back next. 
 Fable has not had an easy life. She can't go to college because she is forced to work multiple jobs in order to support her brother and her mostly absent mother. She sometimes uses men to cope with her life, and because of gossip and over exaggerated stories she has a reputation for being easy. Drew is dreading going home for the holidays. He hasn't been home in a few years but when his father insists this time, he decides that he needs someone to go with him as a buffer. After hearing about Fable's reputation, Drew approaches her about being his fake one week girlfriend and offers to pay her a substantial amount for it. Fable agrees and they travel to his hometown. But while at his home, Fable quickly realizes that there is more to Drew than she ever could have expected. As the week goes on, Fable and Drew are drawn to each other more and more and their feelings quickly start to become real. Soon they are both trying to figure out what is real and what is fake. But when Drew begins to open up to Fable and the truth about his past comes out, can they have any chance at having a real relationship together? Or will they push each other away in order to try and protect themselves? 
 I really liked Drew. He was beautiful and damaged all at the same time. He felt so much guilt and you could tell just how much it really tore him up. He didn't think that he was good enough or worth having someone stick by him and care for him. I was absolutely heartbroken for him and all that he had been through. I loved seeing how despite his best efforts he wasn't able to keep Fable out. He would constantly try to push her away and you could tell that it was the only way he knew to try and cope. I really liked Fable despite her name. I thought that she was damaged herself, but I loved how she looked after her brother Owen and Drew. She didn't judge and was really there for Drew. She supported him and did everything that she could to let him know she was there for him. I have to admit I really loved how fierce and protective she was of Drew, especially where Adele was concerned. I thought that Drew and Fable were not only perfect for each other, but that they were a really great balance for each other also. They were pretty much complete opposites, and yet they had a connection and chemistry that was natural and just worked. These two were really hot together and I loved seeing them open up to each other. 
 Overall, I really liked this book. I was said that it was over and I wasn't ready for the way that it ended. I am really looking forward to reading the next book in this series, and I cannot wait to see what happens next. Drew and Fable are so perfect together and I feel so invested in them and their happiness. There is no other option but for these two to get their HEA. I will admit that there were times that this book moved a little slowly. I also felt like some of the drama with Adele was a bit over the top and pretty predictable. Those things are what kept me from giving this one five stars. However even with those things, I still really enjoyed reading this one and found Drew and Fable's relationship and feelings to be real and believable. I was honestly surprised how much I felt their connection and the emotions behind it when they really only knew each other for such a short time. This is definitely a book and characters that will stick with me. I know that I will reread this book and continue to love and root for Drew and Fable. I think that this story is one that fans of the New Adult genre should read, and I think that most will really enjoy it as I did. This story does deal with some difficult and dark things though and isn't always sweet and light hearted. If that is what you are looking for then this story probably isn't for you. I can't wait to read more from Monica Murphy in the future, and I'm excited to read the rest of this series.