My Favorite Fake Romance

The classic enemies-to-lovers trope is fun, but I wonder what made the author decide to have the fake relationship evolve naturally. Did it come from personal experiences or just a love of the genre?

The journey seems to mirror the emotional one of the characters, but I’m curious if the author planned the trip to reflect their personal travel experiences or just as a storytelling device.

There are moments that made me laugh out loud but also scenes that felt genuinely heartfelt. Was this a conscious choice to keep the tone light while exploring serious feelings?