I voluntarily read an ARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I'll be honest, I'm not a huge fan of the snowballing lie trope. It frustrates me when the main character can't tell the truth at different opportunities. I understand it makes the story more interesting, but yeah, not for me.
The characters were relatable, and I liked the history behind Kimmie's adoption. Was nice to see how they could reconnect again.
Kimmie and Matt were sweet once everything was out in the open.

4.5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and Lyn Liao for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review!!

This book was super cute!! It made me laugh and I loved that Kimmie was an Etsy store owner!!!
Matt’s grandma was sooo cool and awesome too!!
I really enjoyed every minute of this book

Thank you to Netgalley and the author for an ARC of this book.

Kimmie works at a clothing store but after she goes viral yelling at the owner for being rude to his employees she focuses all her time on her Etsy store. Matt is an FDNY firefighter who recently left his dad's company. He messages her after buying one of her products for his grandmother and so their romance begins The story continues with an almost innumerable amount of subplots.

I enjoyed the subplot surrounding Kimmie meeting her biological mother and finding out more about her heritage. I also enjoyed Matt's grandma. She was definitely my favorite side character.

However, I think this story has so many subplots that every single one felt rushed, Honestly even the romance felt rushed because of how many subplots were included in this book. This book was also really REALLY cheesy. Like, the main character twerks in that viral video at the beginning of the book but she didn't do it intentionally levels of cheese. That amount of cheese made it personally really difficult for me to relate to her.

If you are looking for a romance with cheesy humor that isn't boring or slow this is definitely for you.

Received this ARC via NetGalley…

This was a super cute book and quick read. If you need a fun, feel good book, this is for you. And it tugged on my heart strings, but not too much ❤️

Content warning: discussions around death of parents.

Crazy Bao You is a heart fluttering delight of a romance filled with quippy banter, misadventures, and a loveable cast of friends and family. I rooted hard for Kimmie and Matt from beginning to end as they found themselves, and love along the way.

I loved reading this one. I just love this kind of books.
4 stars read for me. I love this authors writing style.
Thanks to netgally for this arc.

Mistaken identities, sexy firefighters, and steamed buns make for an irresistible romance filled with heart and humor. You will go wild a-bao this story!

It's really hard to capture everything that happens in this book. Kimmie quits her job with A LOT of energy (including twerking), and it's all captured on video. Of course, it goes viral. To help her deal with her professional and personal crisis, her best friend and aunt move in with her. She was living alone after her parents died suddenly and traumatically. On top of all of this, her Etsy shop is blowing up online, and she's becoming romantically involved with someone who bought something from her shop. Matt is a FDNY firefighter. He's definitely a romance trope: sweet to his grandmother, hot, and the son of a retail store magnate. He and Kimmie start flirting almost immediately, and things get heated between them very quickly. The big problem is that Kimmie is in Oklahoma, and she's been using photos of her model best friend to sell her merchandise online. Matt thinks Kimmie is her best friend, and Kimmie has a lot of a insecurity. Oh wait, did I forget to mention that she's also trying to figure out if she wants to meet her birth mother? Her understanding of her own identity has shifted from Korean to Chinese to Taiwanese.

If you're looking for a Romance with a lot of plot points, this one won't disappoint. You're definitely not going to be bored while reading this. And if you're craving sweet and sexy firefighter in your Romance, you'll find it here as well.

Thank you NetGalley for the digital ARC of this book.

I loved the name of this book and thought the cover was cute. I expected some cheesiness, but the amount of cheese in this book gave me a stomachache.

I did enjoy the dynamic between the two main characters. They had adorable exchanges and I liked how real Kimmie was. However, if you expect any spice in this book, it is not the book for you. There was none.

It was also really repetitive. As in the characters actually repeated themselves many times throughout the book word for word, which I didn't care for. This was a really easy read, so that is appealing to some.

It didn't have enough layers to fully get hooked by the story. There was a lot of build=up prior to them meeting which is fine because there was some good tension during that time. However, the end of the book was a rollercoaster. It felt like it just keep being bad thing after bad thing and it came out of nowhere.

I didn't fully believe the FMC's fears and hesitations when it came to leaving her home state. The tragic backstory that she was given wasn't enough to justify the massive phobia in my opinion. Especially when she was such a driven woman who clearly had a huge passion for life and her work.

Also, I probably wouldn't include a line about how the MMC "loves animals" when a lot of the book is them talking about all the meals they eat which you guessed it, always contain animals. But that's just me.

my first book from this author. now i have to find the other books. i did enjoy this story and liked it alot. will read more from this.

3.5 / 5
A heartwarming romantic comedy about a creative Etsy store owner and a New York firefighter. This book touched on feelings of grief and loss but Kimmie’s character development, especially her self-acceptance, definitely stood out to me. Matt was such a cute book boyfriend and I thought he handled the mistaken identity situation well.
I did expect some spice because of how hot & sexy Matt and Kimmie described each other but there was just a short paragraph or two (nothing descriptive so safe for any non-spice readers). It was also very dialogue heavy.
I’d recommend this book to any who is a sucker for rom-coms and is looking for a quick and easy read with cute vibes and loveable side characters.
Thank you NetGalley for an arc of this book.

An amazing reading . Kimmie a young woman just quit her job and someone recorded it and post it and she became a viral meme . Her passion is making unique bags and accessories . One of her buyer is Matt an attractive FDNY . Then the two of them start texting and talking . When her best friend Alicia models her creations everyone believes she is Kimmie . She doesn't correct them because she doesn't want them tofind out that she is the woman from the viral video . The problem is when Matt father's the owner of the bigger retail company in NY wants to be partners with her and she has to fly to NY from Oklahoma .and meet Matt in person for the first time . Will she give them a chance to love when something horrible happen to a person she loves ?
I received this book from net galley and the publisher as an ARC. Thank you! All thoughts and opinions are my own .

Crazy Bao You is a delightful and heartwarming romantic comedy that will make you smile and root for the characters from beginning to end. Kimmie and Matt's chemistry is palpable and their love story is both sweet and steamy. The book is well-paced, with just the right amount of conflict and tension to keep the story moving forward.

What I loved most about this book, however, was its themes of self-acceptance and embracing one's true identity. Kimmie's journey to overcome her fears and insecurities is relatable and inspiring, and her friendship with Alicia is both supportive and empowering. The book also tackles issues of grief and loss in a sensitive and heartfelt way.

Overall, "Crazy Bao You" is a fun and uplifting read that will leave you feeling good and believing in the power of love and self-discovery. I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys contemporary romance with a healthy dose of humor and heart.

Crazy Bao You by Lyn Liao Butler is a heartwarming and delightful romance novel that will leave readers feeling warm and fuzzy inside. The story of Kimmie and Matt is one of mistaken identity and long-distance love, and it's impossible not to root for them as they navigate their feelings and their pasts. The dual POV allows readers to see both sides of the story, and it's easy to get lost in the chemistry and banter between the two main characters.

But what really sets this book apart are the B plotline, particularly Frank and Nana, who add depth and heart to the story. The themes of family, grief, and identity are woven seamlessly into the plot, and readers will find themselves moved by Kimmie's journey to embrace who she really is and let go of her past.

Overall, Crazy Bao You is a charming and enjoyable read that will make readers smile and swoon. With well-rounded characters, a well-written plot, and plenty of heart, this book is a must-read for fans of sweet and satisfying romances. Really filled a hole in my heart with what I was looking for, but unfortunately don't think it will be a memorable read

Matt and Kimmie - this is a super cute and light hearted rom com with lots of feels. Bao, craft, a viral meme, mistaken identity, New York, firefighters, controlling dads, secret adoption, so so many things but wonderful fun! There's a great sense of found family for both leads and a sweet romance. Thoroughly recommended - a great read!

Thanks very much to NetGalley and the author for the ARC.

Thank you Netgalley for an ARC of this book.

Well this was CUTE. I really liked the whole mistaken identity aspect and the cross country instalove vibes. This book was well written and flowed really nicely and you know me, I am a sucker for a Dual POV. Frank and Nana were the unsung heroes of this book. Also enjoyed the fact that neither of the main characters annoyed me- both well rounded, good people deserving of good things!