I recently finished reading The Bachelor by J.D. Ruiz. The novel is set in the US, and while it was loosely based on the reality show of the same name, there were many differences depicted on the novel. I liked the novel better than the show, to be honest, because the author gave the girls more air time and the protagonist, Zach, was not a heartless, opportunistic sadboi.
The dialogue was witty as its female protagonist, Julianne. She was a novelist who was forced to join the reality show by the producers in order to snag a coveted writing job. It was an interesting premise which was spiced up by the fact that she was not dressed skimpily unlike the other girls. She dove right in there with her comfortable clothing, unkempt hair, and thick glasses. Just when she thought that she was in the clear when it came to attracting Zach, she actually caught his attention from the very start due to her nonchalant attitude. Hilarity ensued when Zach does everything to win her heart, and Julianne continues to become the bestselling author that she is.
I learned from this novel that love is not a formulaic plot that is written for TV. It is an unscripted story between two people who consciously win their own battles in order to pursue the person that they choose to be with each day. It is a touching reminder as our own lives are closely resembling reality shows with our increasingly ubiquitous presence on social media. Real love takes work, effort, and dedication. It is up to us to discern whether the love of our life makes each gesture worth it.
If you enjoy romance, reality TV, and honest to goodness banter, check out The Bachelor on Wattpad. You will not be disappointed.