Readers frequently praise the lush Maui setting and the relatable, self-deprecating voice of the protagonist, Olive.
Since the luxury Hawaiian honeymoon is non-refundable, Ami insists that Olive and Ethan go in their place. What starts as a begrudging truce for a free vacation quickly spirals when they run into Olive's future boss and Ethan's ex-girlfriend, forcing them to pretend to be a happily married couple to maintain the lie. Key Themes and Tropes
The core of the book is the witty banter and simmering tension between Olive and Ethan.