What’s a reality TV dating show and Mr. Darcy got in common? Me.
I may be a contestant on a hit dating show, but I’m not here for love. My activewear line needs some serious spotlight, and apparently, this is how I get it. The only problem? I’ve been cast opposite a man who thinks he’s Mr. Darcy reincarnated.
Enter Sebastian Huntington-Ross: tall, dark, infuriatingly aristocratic. With shoulders that could block out the sun and an accent that could melt glaciers, he’s every inch the brooding British bachelor. Unfortunately, he’s also got an ego the size of a hot-air balloon and enough smug charm to power a small city.
But then I discover Sebastian has his own secret reason for joining this ridiculous show, and suddenly, all that on-screen tension feels a little too real.
Now I’ve got a dilemma worthy of prime time TV. Do I protect my heart and keep this Mr. Darcy wannabe at arm’s length, or risk falling for him as reality and reality TV start to look suspiciously alike?
Medal Award winner in the Readers’ Favorite Book Awards
Praise for Dating Mr. Darcy
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Short, sweet, and filled with humor, Dating Mr. Darcy is a quick pick-me-up for anyone who wants to get an instant boost of happiness. I will watch and re-watch it if the story is made into a movie, to be honest. Emma is feisty and she has a spark that makes her shine brightly. Sebastian is the typical haughty British “gentleman” who knows what he wants and how he will get it. The references to Pride and Prejudice, the hilarious first meeting between her and Sebastian, a.k.a. Mr. Darcy, and even their future interactions are part of the fun experience. The setting of the story is modern. Not every author can execute a romantic comedy, but author Kate O’Keeffe nailed it. This fast-paced romance is perfect for some light-hearted entertainment!” – Readers’ Favorite
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “I loved every word of this book! Such a wonderful, fast-paced, swoony read.” – USA Today bestselling author, Becky Monson
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Fabulous fun! One of my favorite books of the year!” – Rich Amooi, Amazon bestselling author of It’s Not PMS, It’s You
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Hilarious, heart-warming, and deliciously romantic, Dating Mr. Darcy is the perfect rom com escape.” – USA Today bestselling author, Whitney Dineen
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “I loved everything about this book. I had to stop and think before posting this review because the only words in my head when I finished were “Holy $h1t amazeballs!” It truly is one of the best books I’ve read in ages. I devoured it.” – Laura Heffernan, award-winning author of the bestselling Push and Pole Series
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Dating Mr. Darcy is an enemies-to-lovers rom com that had me laughing out loud and swooning, all at the same time.” – Annaballe Costa, bestselling author of My Perfect Ex Boyfriend
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Well written and fun, this book will have you up through the night to finish it!” – Tracy Krimmer, Author of the Rewind Romance series
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “A brilliant and addictive must read.” – Joslyn Westbrook, author of the My Fake Fiancé Rom-Com Series
Readers LOVE Dating Mr. Darcy
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “I laughed so hard my sides still hurt.” – Amazon reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “I literally could not put this book down. The story, characters, and dialogue will have you laughing out loud!” – The Bookish Virgo
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “This book had me sniggering, rolling my eyes, closing my eyes not sure if I wanted to read what happened next, sighing, smiling, going ‘oh no!’ and laughing out loud. I fell in love with the story and the characters.” – Amazon reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Filled with laugh-out-loud humour this was a rollicking delight.” – Amazon reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “I have never laughed so much with a book.” – Bookbub reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Wow, I loved this charming story. I was with Emma for the entire story: there were moments when I was laughing, stubborn, or jealous, and there were moments when I was blindsided by the twists.” – Goodreads reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “This book is the perfect feel good rom-com! Hilarious and witty, with a swoon-worthy Mr. Darcy!” – Goodreads reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “This is one of the most fun books I’ve read in a long time! I laughed out loud so many times reading it, and found myself swooning over Sebastian and cheering for Emma. The fantastic premise, fabulous characters and witty dialogue make this a must-read for anyone who loves chick lit.” – Amazon reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “One of the best books I’ve read in a long time…characters are endearing…couldn’t put it down…it’s a must read…looking forward to the rest of the series!” – Amazon reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “The genius combination of a reality dating TV show and Pride & Prejudice appealed to me on so many levels, and it more than lived up to the promise with great characters, loads of humor and an electrifying attraction between the main characters.” – Amazon reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Filled with laugh-out-loud humour, this was a rollicking delight … If you love Jane Austen you’ll love this book filled with many a nod to the original book but with a modern-day twist and humour all Kate O’Keeffe’s own. ” – Amazon reviewer
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Just what I needed in this time of stress upon stress… Never a dull moment, hard to put down and full of precious moments to remember. A few life lessons and the good guys are scheduled to win! What’s not to like?” – Bookbub reviewer
Titles in the Reality of Love series:
Unlike Kate’s other books, this series follows the adventures of the same couple. You can read them as standalones, but if you want to get what’s happened before and know all the in-jokes,start with Dating Mr. Darcy first.
Book 1: Dating Mr. Darcy
Book 2: Marrying Mr. Darcy
Book 3: Falling for Another Darcy
Spin-off Novella: Falling for Mr. Bingley
Want more? It’s Complicated is a Reality of Love spin-off series starring Sebastian’s sister, Zara, Dating Mr. Darcy reality TV show contestant, Kennedy, and a host of fun new characters. Book 1 is Zara’s story. It’s called Never Fall for your Back-Up Guy and you can check it out here.