As a struggling author, Emily Hung is the child her mother is most worried about. This includes badgering her into meeting Mark Chan, the perfect boy her mother can’t stop pushing on Emily. At her wit’s end, Emily decides to ask Mark if he’s interested in a fake-dating scheme. While they fake-date, Emily starts to realize that Mark isn’t the stuck-up and perfect guy she thought he was. Can this fake relationship turn into a real one? 

I love Jackie Lau’s sweet romances! Love, Lies, and Cherry Pie is the perfect lighthearted read for readers seeking a Pride and Prejudice inspired relationship. I can clearly see Emily’s resemblance to Lizzy and Mark’s to Darcy. One of my favorite parts was Emily’s relationship with her mom and her sisters. They all love each other fiercely, but don’t always know the best way to express it. Jackie Lau will make readers want to take a vacation to Toronto! Love, Lies, and Cherry Pie is ideal for readers looking for fake-dating, complex family dynamics, and sweet romance. 

Thank you to Jackie Lau, Atria/Emily Bestler Books, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.