Lizzie Blake's Best Mistake

Long way to go to make a point about ADHD

Lizzie and Rake’s sexy meet-cute was advantageous for her and surprising for Rake. To him, Lizzie was a breath of fresh air in his lonely life. Rake is somewhat shy and needed Lizzie’s outrageousness to bring him out of his shell. That night, Lizzie was a woman on a mission to have fun and enjoy the evening with a hot guy. Rake was the perfect man to help her forget her problems and make her feel loved, if only for one night. I found Lizzie to be funny, adventurous, and definitely her own person. Sometimes she acted a bit crazy and without thinking, but that is what made her character so endearing! Rake was fascinated by Lizzie’s honesty, her positivity and her ability to light up any room that she entered. Most people she met really didn’t understand her and were caught off guard by her flamboyant behavior, but not Rake. He fell madly in love with Lizzie and was quickly wrapped up in her carefree world. I loved Rake’s family and how excited they were about becoming grandparents. Lizzie found the family with Rake that she had always dreamed of and she finally had her happily ever after.

Four and a Half Stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭒ Lizzie Blake’s Best Mistake by Mazey Eddings is her second book in her Brush With Love series but can be easily read as a stand-alone book. I enjoyed visiting with the previous characters, but you don’t need to read the previous book to enjoy this one. Lizzy Blake has been making mistakes most of her life. Lizzy has ADHD, and her lack of concentration has caused multiple issues her entire life. Instead of disappointing anyone again, she doesn’t have long-term relationships. Instead, her dating life is just a series of one-night stands. Lizzy is also having trouble with her job at a local bakery due mostly to her unorganized brain. When Lizzy meets Rake she breaks her rule and has a two-night stand. Thankfully, Rake has to return to Australia, ensuring Lizzy will not be able to get attached and mess up his life too. Rake is an Australian visiting Philadelphia on business. He’s not one for long-term relationships either, but something about Lizzy has him thinking about her more than usual. When Lizzy turns up pregnant, she contacts Rake to let him know, and she’s surprised by his reaction. He wants to be a part of the baby’s life no matter what. But, they both agree that a relationship between them will be nothing more than co-parents. Wow, this was a wonderful book. Lizzy has ADHD and her mind is often jumbled. I like the somewhat frenzied writing in parts that seemed to reflect the way Lizzy's mind worked. It wasn’t throughout the book, but enough that I got a glimpse into the way her mind operates. I thought the author’s representation of ADHD seemed to be accurate and it gave me such a personal insight into the way ADHD might affect the day-to-day obstacles of life. Rake is a wonderful hero. He accepts Lizzy for who she is and isn't that something we all want in life? He was patient and supportive, and his overwhelming need to be a part of the baby’s life is so lovely. Together Lizzy and Rake make such a balanced couple with each of them balancing the other. The book is a bit steamy, especially in the beginning, but the emotion and characters are so wonderful. I highly recommend Lizzy Blake’s Best Mistake to anyone who enjoys romantic comedies. I received a complimentary copy of this book. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Lizzie hears an accent then ogles Rake in “Lizzie Blake’s Best Mistake” by Mazey Eddings!! Their one night stand turns into a two night stand, then they find themselves in a close proximity situation. Eddings writes another entertaining book! Lizzie is hilarious and witty in her own beautiful way. The banter and chemistry between Lizzie and Rake keeps you smiling. Then there is Lizzie’s creations for her job that gives great visuals that may make you blush, but they will definitely make you giggle! I love the message that the right people will love us by accepting our unique self. The right people will fight for us instantly or eventually. Also, we can add or subtract people from our lives even if they are relations. If you enjoy playful teasing, want an amazing party name tag idea, and love grand gestures, then you will love this book! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Available now! Thank you to Net Galley, St. Martin’s Press, and St. Martin’s Griffin for the ARC in exchange for a honest review.