Black Ties & White Lies Review

by Kat Singleton

From the Back

Life is never black and white.

One minute you’re a struggling graphic designer in LA that's finally coming to terms with being single forever, and the next you're flying to New York in a private jet to get engaged to your ex-boyfriend’s older brother.

At least...that’s what everyone thinks.

Forced to clean up his playboy image in order to protect his company, Beckham Sinclair, the city’s most eligible billionaire bachelor, wants me to be his fake fiancée and personal assistant.

Now I'm spending every spare second with a man I thought I’d never see again.

My freshly mended heart has barely recovered from the first time a Sinclair broke it. But with each passing day, Beck’s dirty mouth and lingering stares make me question his motives—and mine.

As the line blurs between real and pretend, only one thing is certain: there are secrets hiding in this city full of black ties and white lies.

Themes

• Fake Dating and Forced Proximity: This story dives into a classic romance setup. Beckham Sinclair, a billionaire, and our main character are thrown together constantly, testing their self-control and cranking up the romantic tension.

• Secrets and Deception: Navigating New York's elite scene means keeping up appearances. Both characters have their own hidden agendas and secrets—from Beck's mission to protect his company to the emotional scars from the main character's past.

• Forbidden Romance (The Ex's Older Brother): The stakes get even higher with the forbidden twist of their relationship. Dealing with tricky sibling dynamics and past betrayals amps up the angst and emotional drama.

• Overcoming Past Trauma: Our protagonist is on a journey to heal from a heartbreak caused by another Sinclair, pushing her to confront her fears and rethink her feelings as she grows closer to Beck.

Review

The tale of Margo Moretti and Beckham Sinclair offers an engaging billionaire romance brimming with fake dating, hidden emotions, and unforgettable twists. Beckham is unwavering and persistent in chasing what he wants. The chemistry, emotional depth, and plot twists completely captivated me. I thoroughly enjoyed their playful and flirtatious emails at work. I appreciated Beck's passion for cooking for Margo and his admiration for her uniqueness, always keen to pamper her. Margo encountered greater challenges due to her history as Beck's brother's ex-girlfriend, adding depth to their story. I am eager to continue the series and delve into the stories of Margo’s friends and Beckham’s circle next.