Lexi and Dyson are able to build a foundation of friendship which is really lovely before they decide to explore a more physical side of their relationship. I really love that these two see the worth in the other, they both are able to understand each other.

I love the softness of the way Lexi and Dyson begin to develop their relationship, they are both attracted to each other, but they have both had poor romantic relationships in the past that they spend a lot of time tip toeing around each other. Dyson is sweet and smart, his heart is also big and he loves his sisters so much. Her heart is so big that she just wants the best for her kids and her friends even at the cost of her own comfort. Lexi is such a hard worker who puts others before her. This story is just really delightful, sweet and charming. What turns out as a mutual relationship of help blossoms into friendship that might just tip over into love. Dyson can do pro-bono work in order to bring the center up to code and Lexi can help Dyson by being his fake girlfriend to get his sister's off his back. This charming start to their relationship is taken in stride and humor as these two learn that they can be of help to the other. Lexi mistakes Dyson for a birthday strip-o-gram present from her best friend and roommate, but soon comes to realize he is a real firefighter here to do a fire code inspection of the Kid's Center. The story is well paced, with fun situations and wonderful moments of sweetness that it keeps the reader engaged with a smile on their face as they root for this romance. Ankenman's story is low on angst, full of humor and charmed with strong familial and friend relationships.

This novel is an absolute delight, Mariah Ankenman has written such a charming and delightful romance between a fireman and a woman who runs an center for kids. If you are looking for a fun, fake-dating romance that has a wonderful element of friendship and family, then look no further.

The Dating Dilemma by Mariah Ankenman