I love a good adventure romcom, and Love at First Sighting is no exception. This one is fun, fast-paced, and just the right blend of flirty banter and mysterious intrigue!
Summary (spoiler free)
Los Angeles social media influencer El Martin might have a perfectly curated feed, but she’s starting to feel like her life is all filters and no real connection. She wants something authentic. Something to make her heart race again!
She definitely doesn’t expect that spark to come from capturing footage of a UFO… or from the charming Man in Black who keeps showing up in her life.
That man is Agent Carter Brody, who’s doing his best to drag the Private Intelligence Sector (P-I-S) into the twenty-first century while secretly longing to follow in his father’s footsteps tracking extraterrestrial sightings.
When El’s video hits his desk, he sees something disturbingly familiar an image eerily like what he witnessed before a family tragedy.
Assigned to El’s case, Carter is determined to get answers. But as they dig deeper into a conspiracy that stretches further than either expected, the lines between professional duty and personal connection blur.
Their chemistry is undeniable, their banter electric, and the mystery they’re chasing could change both of their lives forever.
Review
⭐ 4 stars A charming, swoony romcom with a dash of conspiracy, perfect for fans of romantic adventures and banter filled partnerships.
This book is pure fun with just enough emotional depth to keep you hooked beyond the romance. The insta-love vibe is definitely there (not shocking, given the title), but I didn’t mind it.
The chemistry feels genuine, and the mystery thread gives the relationship room to grow alongside the action.
Is it quite as perfect as Love and Other Conspiracies? For me, not quite but it still delivers an absolutely delightful reading experience.
If You Like:
- The X-Files but add romantic tension
- Dual POV romcoms
- Sunshine/grumpy(ish) dynamics
- Mystery and adventure woven into romance
- Influencer heroines with depth
- Government agent love interests
Love at first sighting is for you!
What I Loved
- X-Files but make it flirty secret government ops meets witty banter and romantic tension.
- Influencer FMC + government agent MMC a pairing you didn’t know you needed.
- Dual POV you get both sides of the tension and attraction.
- A dash of trauma and self-discovery adds depth to the romcom charm.
- He’s down bad Carter is so obviously smitten, and it’s delightful!
- Mystery & adventure the UFO element keeps the pace brisk and the stakes high.
5 Reads if you liked for Love at First Sighting
1. Love and Other Conspiracies by Mallory Marlowe
If you liked the blend of romance and mystery in Love at First Sighting, Love and Other Conspiracies should be next on your list. It’s got a similar flirty, adventurous vibe complete with quick banter, high-stakes shenanigans, and a couple you’ll be rooting for from the very first chapter.
2. The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
This one swaps UFO sightings for STEM research, but the chemistry between the leads will give you the same swoony rush. Ali Hazelwood has a gift for awkward, hilarious, but totally heartwarming pairings and if you liked Carter’s “secret softie” side, you’ll adore Adam Carlsen.
3. Stars in Your Eyes by Kacen Callender
While Love at First Sighting blends conspiracy with comedy, Stars in Your Eyes blends celebrity romance with emotional depth. Both explore the vulnerability behind a carefully curated public image, while giving you a love story that’s as tender as it is swoony.
4. The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling
What Love at First Sighting does for UFOs, The Ex Hex does for witchy romcoms fun, fast, and sprinkled with a little chaos. You get banter, magical mishaps, and a romance you can’t help but root for, all wrapped in a whimsical, slightly spooky package!
5. The Plus One by Mazey Eddings
If you enjoyed the balance of humor and emotional beats in Love at First Sighting, The Plus One nails that combination. It’s got witty dialogue, lovable characters, and just enough heartfelt moments!
Final Thoughts
Love at First Sighting is the kind of romcom that feels like a cross between your favorite comfort sitcom and an adventure movie easy to read, full of personality, and perfect for fans of mystery-tinged romance.
If you pick it up, let me know what you think… and if you spot any UFOs in the process.
