Title: D'Vaughn & Kris Plan a Wedding
Author: Chencia C. Higgins
Published: Carina Adores, January 25, 2022
Pages: 332
Genre: LGBT Romance
Instant I Do could be Kris Zavala’s big break. She’s right on the cusp of really making it as an influencer, so a stint on reality TV is the perfect chance to elevate her brand. And $100,000 wouldn’t hurt, either.
D’Vaughn Miller is just trying to break out of her shell. She’s sort of neglected to come out to her mom for years, so a big splashy fake wedding is just the excuse she needs.
All they have to do is convince their friends and family they’re getting married in six weeks. If anyone guesses they’re not for real, they’re out. Selling their chemistry on camera is surprisingly easy, and it’s still there when no one else is watching, which is an unexpected bonus. Winning this competition is going to be a piece of wedding cake.
But each week of the competition brings new challenges, and soon the prize money’s not the only thing at stake. A reality show isn’t the best place to create a solid foundation, and their fake wedding might just derail their relationship before it even starts.
So you're telling me this is a book about a fake engagement reality show, AND they're queer. Say less. I am all the way in. If I'm going to watch TV, there's a 33% chance it's going to be a reality dating show. I LOVE THEM. I also love reading about them!
D'Vaughn has struggled to come out. So she signs up for this show to come out, with a fake fiancé, on national television. I get that this could really help a lot of people struggling with talking about their sexuality with their families. However. I could not relate to this AT ALL. Like, girl. I guess the only thing I can say in her defense is that it wasn't aired live, and Kris did end up being someone very important to her. But dang. It could have gone so badly!
Then Kris. She's doing it for the clout, and that felt very genuine. Her family was amazing. Don't get it twisted, D'Vaughn's family were also very supportive. But the Zavalas were so fun to read about. They were funny and loving and kind of perfect.
The chemistry between Kris and D'Vaughn was HOT. I just loved them. I could not put this book down. It only took me so long because I was trying to pack and leave for a family vacation. I regret nothing, though. Because this got me through the flight, laughing out loud the whole time.
Ratings
Stars: 5/5
Spice: 3/5
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