The Most Delightfully Cheesy Rom-Com You Didn’t Know You Needed

Okay, listen up, romance lovers—Mixed Signals by B.K. Borrison is basically the ultimate Hallmark movie shoved between book covers, and honestly? I ate it up like a box of Valentine’s chocolates. It’s sweet, it’s cheesy, and it’s got all the feels. Like, I couldn’t put this thing down, even though I kept thinking, “Girl, this is so sugary it might give me a cavity.” But hey, sometimes you need a little saccharine overload, right?

So here’s the tea: Layla Dupree is your classic small-town baker with a seriously tragic dating record. Ghosted, ditched, and basically left to pay the bill one too many times, she’s ready to throw in the towel on love. Enter Caleb Alvarez—the local teacher with a smile that could melt butter and a plan to fix Layla’s romantic life once and for all: one month of no-strings-attached dating. Fun, pressure-free, no drama. Easy peasy, right? Except when you’re playing with fire and the chemistry between you two is hotter than a fresh batch of cinnamon rolls, nothing stays casual for long.

Now, the tension between these two is the real MVP here. It’s like watching a fireworks show—you know it’s gonna blow up, but you’re too mesmerized to look away. Caleb’s charm and Layla’s sarcastic wit bounce off each other perfectly. Their slow burn is so deliciously painful, you’ll be clutching your chest wondering when the heck they’re finally gonna stop pretending and just kiss already.

Let’s talk characters because they make this story. Layla? She’s hilarious, relatable, and low-key badass—running a bakery in a town that’s basically a rom-com set, yet somehow she’s the walking embodiment of bad luck in love. I loved how she handles her dating disasters with such dry humour—you can’t help but root for her every time. And Caleb? Total swoon material. He’s kind, funny, and has this “I’m your dream guy, but also I’m here to make you work for it” vibe that had me hooked.

The romance isn’t just steam and sass—it’s got heart. The way Caleb listens, the moments where they almost but don’t quite give in, and the little signs of trust growing? So real, it almost made me forget how cheesy the whole thing is. Almost.

And yes, the plot is as predictable as your grandma’s holiday fruitcake, but that’s exactly why it works. It’s like comfort food for your soul—a rom-com checklist of all your favorite tropes served with a side of sugar and spice.

Here’s what you’re getting:

• No-strings-attached dating

• Slow burn romance

• Small-town charm

• Friends-to-lovers

• Second chance at love

• Opposites attract

Plus, the setting! Small-town bakery vibes? Chef’s kiss. I could practically smell the dough rising and hear the clinking of coffee cups. It’s cosy, cute, and the perfect backdrop for some steamy but sweet moments.

If you want a book that’s light, fun, and makes you grin like a goofball with all the cheesy romance feels, Mixed Signals is your jam. It’s like watching a Hallmark movie that actually gets your feels and keeps you hooked with every page. So go ahead—add it to your TBR and prepare to swoon, laugh, and maybe roll your eyes at the sugar overload (but in the best way possible).