Drunk on Love

by: Jasmine Guillory
Published: Sep 20, 2022
Genre: Romance, Contemporary, Fiction
384 Pages, Paperback
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I always know exactly what I’m getting when I pick up a Jasmine Guillory book. Pillowy Fluff – Sex – Nonsensical Argument – More Sex – Boy & Girl Live Happily Ever After.

Margot and her brother, Elliot inherit their family winery upon the passing of their uncle Stan. I thought that sentiment was cute however, I would have liked to hear more about their mom and dad. It’s mentioned that they live in California, it would have been nice to see them at the anniversary party. By all accounts, Margot is struggling with imposter syndrome even though, she has single-handedly turned the winery around – she does gloat about herself early in the story but then spends so much time questioning her role and achievements.

Luke walks into the same restaurant where Margot is already taking up residence at their bar. He’s cute (of course), Guillory only writes about beautiful, dreamy, successful men. Margot’s friend and, the restaurant owner Sydney, dares her to flirt with him. And again, in true Guillory fashion, that flirting leads to some very hot sex.

Over the course of about six weeks, we are taken through the emotional turmoil of a new, blossoming relationship between Margot and Luke. Luke battling imposter syndrome himself, he and Margot seemingly have a lot in common.

Here’s what I liked:

Outside of all the secks. There was also communication. Although this love story moved quick (just 30 days), there were lots of moments where these two really talked and got to know one another. This is something I complained about in “The Wedding Date”.
Avery! She’s the best friend that everyone needs. A straight shooter and willing to ride with you, until the wheels fall off.
Elliot was understanding and kind, which was very sweet and I love how that relationship dynamic shifted. I would love to hear more about him, he has a story to tell.
Guillory never gives “struggle love” and for that, I always have to BIG her up. In this story, both characters are kind decent people, and even the arguments, don’t o below the belt or are too hurtful to the other. There is no huge deceit that one has to forgive.

But with likes, come some dislikes…

My one and only gripe was, Margot blew everything out of proportion and that argument didn’t need to be an argument. PERIODT.

Guillory, thank you for always having a no-drama, no-triggering, no-struggle love in your books. Just pure Disney Princess love. The kind of love that all little black girls should hope for.

One-Word Summary: Cabernet Sauvignon

Other Jasmine Guillory books I’ve read & reviewed.
The Wedding Date
By The Book
The Proposal