In the whirlwind rom-com that is "The Dating Plan" by Sara Desai, Daisy Patel's life is a perfectly organized series of lists and plans, with no room for the unpredictability of love. However, when familial pressure to find a husband mounts, she finds herself turning to the one person she never thought she’d ask for help—her childhood crush and her brother's best friend, Liam Murphy. Liam, a venture capitalist in need of a wife to secure his inheritance, sees Daisy's proposal for a fake engagement as the perfect solution to their mutual problems. What starts as a simple arrangement to appease their families quickly spirals into a series of not-so-fake dates that ignite long-buried feelings and desires. As Daisy and Liam navigate the charade, they are forced to confront their past; a teenage heartbreak at Liam’s hands that Daisy has never quite gotten over. Their journey is a rollercoaster of emotions, wit, and the messy realities of blending business with pleasure. Desai masterfully crafts a story that is both hilariously funny and deeply poignant, exploring themes of family, love, and the courage to let go of the past. "The Dating Plan" is a testament to the unexpected paths love can take and the beauty of second chances, making it a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of love to redefine our best-laid plans.