Book description
## Love Arranged: The Perfect Finale You've Been Waiting For
Let's be real: fake relationship romances can feel recycled. But Lauren Asher's Love Arranged-the stunning conclusion to the Lakefront Billionaires series-takes that trope and injects it with so much heart, history, and real tension, you'll forget you've read a million of these before. Seriously, this is the finale we deserved.
Here's why it works so brilliantly: Lily and Lorenzo aren't just faking it-they're unraveling it. Lily's avoiding Lorenzo for a reason (past pain, family drama), and Lorenzo? He's got a political career on the line. Their deal-she poses as his girlfriend to boost his image, he protects her struggling business-is pure high-stakes chemistry. But Asher never lets it feel shallow. The history is the real engine. You feel every unresolved word, every glance that lingers too long. You know they're both lying to themselves.
And the audiobook? Absolute magic. The narrator (kudos to them!) nails the simmering tension. You hear the hesitation in Lily's voice when she's forced to be near him, the quiet confidence in Lorenzo's promises that feel like they're hiding something. The pacing is perfect-slow burns when it needs to be, with just enough dramatic moments to keep you glued. It's not just hearing the story; it's feeling the weight of every unspoken thing between them.
What truly elevates this beyond a standard romance? The stakes are personal, not just pretty. Lily's business isn't just a backdrop-it's her life's work. Lorenzo's mayoral race isn't just politics; it's his redemption. When they say "this is just business," you know it's a lie they're telling themselves. And that's the genius: Asher makes you root for them to fall, even when they're actively trying not to.
Why this series finale hits harder than the others:
- No easy fixes: Their problems aren't solved by a grand gesture. It's messy, real, and earned.
- The history is the hero: You understand why they're both so scared, and it's heartbreaking.
- The audio amplifies every beat: You hear the crack in Lorenzo's voice when he's vulnerable, Lily's quiet resolve when she's scared. It's immersive.
If you've followed Lily and Lorenzo through the series (or even just started with this book), you'll feel that ah-ha moment when everything clicks. Asher doesn't just wrap up a story-she gives you a story that lives. The fake relationship isn't just a plot device; it's a mirror for their real feelings. And honestly? You'll be listening to the last chapter with your heart in your throat, hoping they finally get the happy ending they've been fighting for.
Love Arranged isn't just a romance. It's the kind of book that makes you want to press play again, just to hear the way Lorenzo says Lily's name when he's finally letting go of the mask. Trust me: this is the audiobook you'll want to share with your book club, your best friend, and maybe even your mom. It's that good.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience