Throwing out the traditional format of a romantic comedy, Luci Adams takes an invigorating and realistic approach with her hilarious debut novel, Not That Kind of Ever After.  Read the rest of my review in the Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group or on romcombc.com.

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The splayed open honest communication in this book was so refreshing that I had to make sure I mentioned it. There was no &ldquo;saving face&rdquo; or long breaks due to miscommunication. Rachel Lynn Solomon (<a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz notranslate _a6hd" tabindex="0" role="link" href="https://www.instagram.com/rlynn_solomon/">@rlynn_solomon</a>) did what every romance reader begs authors to do, she made the characters talk to each other, not just about the easy things but the hard, embarrassing, vulnerable truths we have a tendency to avoid. Add in the humor, sultry scenes, and (as always) fantastic writing and Business or Pleasure will be yet another book by Rachel that you simply can&rsquo;t put down. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Business or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon

Truth be told, I REALLY struggled with this book. I also question the comparison of People We Meet on Vacation and The Unhoneymooners. Taking into account they are two strangers traveling together that have some hostility between them, that is the extent of the similarities. For this reason, readers may be set up with unrealistic expectations when diving in, setting the foundation for a less than thrilling reading experience &ndash; especially with the heavy, trigger topics throughout the book. As the debut novel of Elle Everhart, I wanted to like this book, especially after reading the summary, but it was only a three star experience for me. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Wanderlust by Elle Everhart

As a contemporary romance with a friends to lovers to enemies to lovers vibe, Will They or Won&rsquo;t They by Ava Wilder (<a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz notranslate _a6hd" tabindex="0" role="link" href="https://www.instagram.com/avawilderwrites/?next=%2F">@avawilderwrites</a>) takes you behind the scenes of what makes and breaks a Hollywood couple, the ups and downs of making it big, and how getting everything you wish for may be more of a curse than a blessing. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Will They or Won't They by Ava Wilder

Brand new to Sonia Hartl (<a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz notranslate _a6hd" tabindex="0" role="link" href="https://www.instagram.com/hartlsonia/?next=%2F">@hartlsonia</a>), her refreshing writing style was right up my alley. The banter, the chemistry, the obnoxiously lovable characters &ndash; Rent to Be is a wonderful fake relationship, best friend&rsquo;s sister to lovers, quid pro quo trifecta! Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Rent to Be by Sonia Hartl 

Once again, Carrie Clarke takes a typical trope, puts her wickedly clever spin on it, and makes it refreshingly new and insanely entertaining. When I saw Blueprint for Falling in Love was the second book in the series, focusing on Josh and Greer, I immediately went &ldquo;Who?&rdquo; Not able to recall them, I did a quick scan of The Art of Falling in Love and reacquainted myself with their brief injection into the story. While I am not sure of the exact timeline, The Art for Falling in Love overlaps with Blueprint for Falling in Love, giving a sneak peek to readers on the insanity that is about to go down between Josh and Greer. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Blueprint for Falling in Love (Falling in Love Book 2) by Carrie Clarke

I became a fan of Michelle Angelle&rsquo;s when I read Hammer My Heart. Meaning to go back to the beginning of their collection, I was gifted the opportunity to read Dear Roomie. I am so happy I did! I will admit I am a little jealous I can&rsquo;t be adopted by the Russo clan and participate in game night! Realization of this book being fictional aside, I think I actually broke a record on how quickly I finished it &ndash; I could NOT put it down. To even begin to explain how much I adored this family leaves me at a loss for words. Definitely intend to go back and read Gabe and Gloria&rsquo;s stories (two out of the SEVEN siblings). You want a challenge. Try keeping all seven names straight. If you are looking for lots of laughter, an abundance of family love and support, and of course a swoon worthy love story, you are in for a treat with Dear Roomie. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Dear Roomie by Michelle Angelle

While I was bewildered by the title, I was drawn to this book based on the summary. A huge fan of the movie Center Stage and still building up the courage to watch Black Swan, I have an admiration for the dedication and sacrifice that goes into being a ballerina &ndash; especially the elite status of being a prima ballerina. To read a story of a woman who achieved the impossible only to lose it all, I wanted to see what message Rachel would carve out for her readers. Sushi and Sea Lions takes on the challenging approach of what happens after the fairytale is achieved and the credits roll. Sometimes they don&rsquo;t get to live happily ever after. What do they do then when their once perfect fairytale becomes their living nightmare? Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Sushi and Sea Lions by Rachel Corsini 

Having been introduced to Natalie and August in Secretly Yours, I knew I wanted to see where their story went (if they didn&lsquo;t kill each other first). While Unfortunately Yours wasn&lsquo;t what I expected, I did enjoy the witty banter, the overall story, and the surprise depth of August&lsquo;s background. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Unfortunately Yours by Tessa Bailey

Ciao For Now was surprisingly profound for a romantic comedy. There were so many memorable quotes, life affirming moments, and eye opening proclamations that you finish the book inspired and invigorated &ndash; ready to see what life truly has to offer if you are willing to put yourself out there and not take &ldquo;no&rdquo; for an answer. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Ciao For Now by Kate Bromley

Enthralling. Captivating. Hard to put down. All of these describe the charm that is captured in Emma on 83rd Street. Whether you are a fan of Jane Austen&rsquo;s Emma or one of the many cinematic captures of Jane&rsquo;s classic tale (i.e. Clueless. If you didn&rsquo;t know that was based on Emma &ndash; now you do and you are welcome), this modern day twist takes us into the heart of New York where the Woodhouse and Knightly clan take on nuisances of the 21st century. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Emma of 83rd Street by Audrey Bellezza and Emily Harding

Initially a tad off putting and very slow to find its rhythm, Kristyn J. Miller&rsquo;s (<a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz notranslate _a6hd" tabindex="0" role="link" href="https://www.instagram.com/kristynjmiller/?next=%2F">@kristynjmiller</a>) debut novel Seven Rules for Breaking Hearts finishes strong as it weaves a cautionary tale of how too many rules protecting us, can also act as the weights that sink us. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Seven Rules for Breaking Hearts by Kristyn JJ Miller

Better Than This made me angry in a way a good book should. It also reminds me why I steer clear of romantic dramas (and also why people love them so much). I was completely invested in these characters and was so sucked in, I couldn&rsquo;t do anything else but see where the story went. I wanted to protect Ali, reassure Carl, scream at Taamarai, and we will leave out all things I wanted to do to Darren but I am positive the highest court wouldn&rsquo;t convict me! I know most avid romance readers have &ldquo;book loves&rdquo; or book boyfriends but Darren is officially my &ldquo;book loathe&rdquo;. I don&rsquo;t think I have ever detested a character as much as him. The raw feelings that clearly emit from this review is a true homage to Rose Marzin&rsquo;s writing ability. I invite you to enjoy this carefully woven tale of two people whose self worth has been defined by everyone but themselves. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

For fans of SNL or television parodies such as 30 Rock or Studio 60, this is the perfect book for you! New to Curtis Sittenfeld, I was so impressed by her talent in creating (what seemed like) a recollection of her real life experiences that I actually stopped to see if she, indeed, worked on SNL. While her biography is very intriguing, she in fact did not. This leads me to believe she either binged on 30 Rock (like I have) or simply created a plausible universe that one could easily believe. In either case, to walk the halls of TNO along side Sally Milz was thrilling. I couldn&rsquo;t put the book down (once I finally got into the groove). Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld

While &ldquo;A Brush with Love&rdquo; has been staring at me from my TBR list for awhile now, this is the first book I&rsquo;ve read by Mazey Eddings. I have to say 1) I thoroughly enjoyed it and 2) I am kicking myself for having not read A Brush With Love because it and Lizzie Blake&rsquo;s Best Mistake are within the same universe. While each are standalone, like most standalone with cross over characters &ndash; the stories intertwine and when read out of order, you end up with spoilers of the prior books. Despite the glimpse into the previous books, this one went straight to the bone. The intricate emotions Eddings weaves into the story pulls you in and doesn&rsquo;t let go. It&rsquo;s too real and too relatable as it describes moments, situations, and life experiences that anyone can either personally or within two degrees, relate. Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/the-art-of-falling-in-love/">romcombc.com.</a>

The Plus One by Mazey Eddings

I love reading a book where the female lead (in this case &ndash; Violet) is someone I would hang out with in real life! This book was just fun and being inside Violet&rsquo;s head kept me in stitches. As I haven&rsquo;t read anything by Cathryn Fox before, I wasn&rsquo;t sure what to expect &ndash; especially when this book kept comparing itself to Crazy Rich Asians. I am so excited to say it did not disappoint! Read the rest of my review in the <a href="https://facebook.com/groups/romcombc">Romantic Comedy Book Club Facebook Group</a> or on <a href="https://romcombc.com/book/crazy-apologetic-canadians/">romcombc.com.</a>

Not That Kind of Ever After by Luci Adams

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