The Love Script

The Love Script may be about a red-carpet romance, but the way Toni Shiloh writes it is so relatable. I could gush about the romance and how the "fake" dating turned into the main characters falling in love-and trust me, that was swoon-worthy. But for me, the biggest takeaway from this book was the faith element.

"Churches weren't perfect and weren't meant to be. Like my mom had told me, they were a place for sinners in need of a Savior and run by redeemed sinners. There were bound to be issues with that combination. But when I took the time to focus on the Lord and not my comforts, it made all the difference in the world." 

Nevaeh and Lamont are both Christians, but they are both at different parts of their faith journey. I liked that the author showed that even when we feel like our Christian walk is going well, we still will have problems and need to seek Jesus. We will have doubts, and we still mess up. Mountains and valleys. The main characters find themselves in a situation where their reputations could be ruined. They choose not to "lie" by fake dating, and instead actually date. However, they are still stretching the truth in their relationship. Eventually, they each realize that they didn't fully trust God to get them through the situation. This causes both of them to seek truth and forgiveness in the end. 

Each of the characters made mistakes throughout the book, but what I enjoyed was that they sought out advice from people who would hold them accountable. Lamont's friends and Ms. Rosie were shining stars as supporting cast. Lamont often went to his friends, Chris and Tuck, for prayer. And equally as important, they checked on him throughout the journey. **I cannot wait to hear their stories!** Ms. Rosie had a way of putting Lamont in his place with boldness, grace, and motherly love. There is also a special scene between Nevaeh and Ms. Rosie where she imparts spiritual wisdom. 

Toni Shiloh writes authentic and faith-filled sweet romances. And I usually walk away with a sense of encouragement. The Love Script was no different. Life is hard and messy sometimes. It's my trust that God will see me through, and Jesus is my Savior that gets me through each day. 

About the book: 

A Hollywood hair stylist.

Nevaeh Richards loves making those in the spotlight shine but prefers the anonymity of staying behind her stylist chair, where no one notices her. But when a photo of Nevaeh and Hollywood A-lister Lamont Booker goes viral for all the wrong reasons, her quiet life becomes the number-one trending topic.

The silver screen's latest heartthrob.

Lamont Booker's bold faith has gained him a platform, and the authenticity of his faith is well known . . . until the tabloids cause the world to question everything he claims to be. With his reputation on the line, he finds himself hearing out his agent's push for a fake relationship--something he never thought he'd consider in a million years.

A love that goes off script.

With their careers at risk, Nevaeh and Lamont have to convince the world that their scripted romance is more than just an act. But when fake seems to turn into something real, can Nevaeh trust her heart in a world where nothing is ever as it seems?

Author: Toni Shiloh

Title: The Love Script

Publisher: Bethany House

Publication Date: August 1, 2023

**I received an advanced copy of this book. All opinions are my honest thoughts.

Making a special appearance in this photo is my Grandma's hair pick that she kept in her bible. 😊