Review: How to Sell a Romance by Alexa Martin 

I’ve really enjoyed Alexa Martin’s previous books, so I was excited for How to Sell a Romance. On paper, the premise had so much potential: a kindergarten teacher caught up in an MLM, a burned-by-the-system investigative journalist, and a slow unraveling of both a company and a romance. Unfortunately, this one just didn’t land for me.

To its credit, the book did a great job portraying the predatory nature of MLMs—the way they lure in vulnerable women and strain relationships felt honest and impactful. Emerson’s inner monologue occasionally felt natural and raw, and those early chapters captured how easy it can be to get swept up in something that seems like a solution.

But beyond that, I struggled. The pacing dragged, especially in the first half, and Emerson’s growth arc didn’t feel believable or earned. Her immaturity made it hard to root for her, and her chemistry with Luke didn’t feel authentic. Given his backstory, his quick involvement with her felt off and underdeveloped. Many of the characters felt one-note, and overall, the romance never quite clicked.

As someone who works in education, the school-based details didn’t feel accurate either, which further pulled me out of the story.

I respect what this book was trying to say, and I know others will enjoy it—but for me, it was a miss. I’ll definitely keep reading Alexa Martin’s work, but this one wasn’t the right fit.

Book Stats:
⭐️⭐️ (2/5 Stars)
Tropes :
Opposites Attract
Enemies to Lovers
Close Proximity / Working Together
Single Dad
Slow Burn
Redemption Arch