The Dating Dare
by Jayci Lee
Brewery owner Tara Park has one rule: no serious relationships. Then Seth Kim, her best friend's new brother-in-law, walks into her life just a month before he leaves for a job in Paris. After a few beers and a game of truth or dare, Tara agrees to four dates with him, with the challenge of not falling in love. Their planned dates keep going hilariously wrong while their unplanned run-ins go far too well. Soon the game is something neither of them expected. A playful, flirty rom-com set in a close-knit small town.
About This Book
The Dating Dare is a contemporary romance novel by Jayci Lee, first published in 2021 by St. Martin's Griffin. It runs 320 pages.
At a glance
- Genre
- Contemporary
- Length
- 320 pages
- Format
- Trade Paperback
Where to read or listen
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- A brewery owner and her friend's brother-in-law enter into a four-date challenge to see if they can avoid falling in love before he leaves for Paris.
- Fans of lighthearted rom-coms
- Readers who enjoy comedic dating mishaps
- Playful
- Features Dating Challenge
This may not be ideal if…
- Readers seeking heavy angst or high-stakes drama
- Limited information on character depth or emotional development
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Tropes
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: Contemporary Rom-Com
Pairing: unknown
Power balance: Balanced
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
Mild angst, high humor.
Heat Level
Based on available metadata and editorial review.
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Reading mood
May not suit
Recommended audience: Adult
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Tara Park, owner of a local brewery, lives by a strict 'no serious relationships' rule. When Seth Kim, her best friend's new brother-in-law, enters the picture, their rapport is immediate. After a game of truth or dare, they strike a deal: four dates with the shared goal of not falling in love. As their planned dates turn into comedic disasters and their unplanned encounters prove increasingly successful, the stakes of their little game begin to rise.
Central Conflict
The tension between the leads' growing mutual attraction and the impending deadline of Seth's move to Paris, combined with Tara's personal rule against serious relationships.
Setting
A close-knit small town.
Strengths
- Clear, hook-driven premise
- Strong tonal consistency as a rom-com
Consider before reading
- Limited information on character depth or emotional development
Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 3
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 4
Who would you most want to recommend this book to?
- 5
How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
- 6
Which aspect of the story did you find most compelling?
How This Profile Was Created
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- Editor reviewed:
- Yes
- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- Moderate confidence
- Profile version:
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About the Author
Jayci Lee
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- St. Martin's Griffin
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Length
- 320 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9781250621122
The Dating Dare: quick answers
- Who wrote The Dating Dare?
- The Dating Dare was written by Jayci Lee.
- When was The Dating Dare published?
- The Dating Dare was first published in 2021 by St. Martin's Griffin.
- What genre is The Dating Dare?
- The Dating Dare is a contemporary romance novel.
- How many pages is The Dating Dare?
- The Dating Dare is 320 pages long (Trade Paperback).
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