So, like any self-respecting biologist, Olive panics and kisses the first man she sees. Convincing Anh that Olive is dating and well on her way to a happily ever after was always going to take more than hand-wavy Jedi mind tricks: Scientists require proof. candidate, Olive Smith doesn't believe in lasting romantic relationships-but her best friend does, and that's what got her into this situation. I have a theory you’ll love this book-I know I did!Īs a third-year Ph.D. The Love Hypothesis is everything that you’ll want in your next read. I felt completely invested in Adam and Olive’s love story and how everything would unfold. I found myself reading this book whenever I had the chance. It’s a glimpse into the world of academia and the obstacles women face in the male-dominated STEM field. On the surface, this book is a fun romance about a hilarious fake dating scheme.

Adam and Olive just need to follow a few ground rules and not fall in love. It’s the perfect plan: Olive’s friends will stop worrying about her and Adam’s bosses will believe he’s not leaving for a new job anytime soon. So when she kisses a random person at her university to convince her best friend, Anh, that she is doing just fine, she finds herself entering into a fake dating agreement with the infamously grumpy Professor Carlsen. She certainly doesn’t have time for dating. biology student who spends most of her time in a lab. Set in the world of academia, Olive is a Ph.D. Once I began reading The Love Hypothesis, I knew that it had all the right elements to become one of my new favorite romances. I’m particularly drawn to love stories that also go beyond falling in love, which is why I was excited to read about Olive’s journey as a young scientist. What is the formula for a perfect romance? For me, it’s about the sweet moments, the witty banter, and amazing chemistry.

The hypothesis of love