I received this book complimentary of NetGalley however all opinions are my own. This was good, not great. The characters were good. I just didn’t love reading it so much. I did read it quickly and it was a good read; I can’t really put my finger on why I didn’t love this. I will pick up another by this author to see if it was just the characters or I don’t know. I liked the plot and setting and it was well-done in that regard; I think I just didn’t relate specifically to any of the characters and didn’t love some of the plot points (such as Veronica taking the partnership after it was offered to Avery). I wish I had a more concrete opinion but I just didn’t love it but did like it.

We love light-hearted romcoms with a side of drama and Spencer’s books mostly fit this groove nicely. This one is no exception. It has an entertaining premise – racing against time (35th birthday being round the corner) to find The One, in a month via thirty dates and thirty days.

Veronica Welch, a habitual achiever, is a hardworking lawyer. She’s been so intent on her career that by the time she’s reaching 35, she has no love life. Her mother and assistant, Bea, take matters in their hands and put her on a dating site. Bea convinces Veronica to go through a month of dating and takes the onus of setting up the dates and shortlisting the women. Veronica agrees and the venue is a quaint, rustic bar close to their office. The bar is owned by Charlotte Monaghan whose mother is seriously unwell, so her cousin Rachel, a much sought after wedding and celebrity photographer, pitches in to bartend as much as possible. Rakish Rachel has sworn off love and has a maximum-three-dates rule that she lives by.

We started off thinking that with the profile of the character, Veronica would be a closed, arrogant ice queen but she is quite delightful. She’s warm, vulnerable, funny and fearless about taking risks. Rachel, on the other hand – we couldn’t quite feel for her despite the dramatic reason for her closedness. Honestly, we cannot fathom how Veronica continues to interact with, feel attracted to and have feeling for Rachel despite the way Rachel rejects her more than once. But the book is engaging enough to suspend disbelief and go with the flow.

The return of Madison and Ana from The Road to Madison was nice in their first appearance but forced later. It was not quite needed and didn’t add in any way.

This is a great choice for a light-hearted weekend romance read.

Elle Spencer is slowly but surely taking her spot up there on my fav authors list! The thing about her is that she’s consistent .. you know when she has sthg new, that it will be on your “to read” list even without reading the blurb.
This one specifically was as expected very entertaining! The idea and the plot was interesting..
So I really liked Rachel (even had a small crush on her) but I wanted to strangle Veronica ! It’s not that I didn’t like her character it’s just that god she’s so annoying! But then comes Rachel and somehow I start liking Veronica more! It’s like I could feel the change Rachel had on Veronica! She became funnier and more alive when Rachel got into her life ..
So the best thing also about this book is the incredible dialogue! I thought Elle Spencer did a brilliant job there!
There’s also an appearance by Anna and Madison, a couple that I really liked from her previous book! I thought this was a very cool addition :)
My only issue is the ending felt a bit too rushed for me but I have a feeling the next book might feature this couple and give us more news on them :) I just felt the book needed an epilogue !
My rating is a 4.25 and I really recommend this book! It’s so romantic ..
“I received an ARC for an honest review.”

Elle Spencer is absolutely my favourite lesbian romance author.  I've read every one of her books and they are all great reads and 30 dates in 30 days does not disappoint. Spencer just does angst so well and the dialogue between her characters is always interesting and witty.  In fact the humour in this book made me laugh out loud several times and if wasn't doing that I was smiling my way through it.  I also loved the fact that she had a few guest appearances from her characters in The Road To Madison and we could see their progression .  The main characters Rachel and Veronica were very likeable as were the support characters along with a good storyline has made this book a definite must read.
Can't wait until the next Elle Spencer book.

I started reading this book at the beach and laughed out loud several times during the descriptions of the initial dates and their drink choices, I imagine fellow beach-goers wondered what I was reading or simply thought I was crazy!

I obviously found a lot of humor in this story, but also thought the characters were well developed and interesting including the secondary cast of characters at the bar. I also loved the character cross overs from "The Road to Madison". It was an inspired fit with this story and made sense.

I'd recommend this book to other readers who want a fun read filled with witty banter, unique dating situations, a slow burn romance with a nice payoff, and that ultimate connection with another person.

I received an ARC from NetGalley and Bold Strokes Books in exchange for an honest review.

I love stories that grab your attention with humor within the first few pages. Elle Spencer’s latest novel did just that.

Veronica was a workaholic NYC lawyer who hoped to attain two goals by her 35th birthday: to be made partner in the law firm and find someone to share her life with. Veronica’s assistant, Bea, set her up on a dating service for 30 dates in 30 days. They would meet at the same local bar with a 30 minute get to know you time limit.
The bartenders and a group of regular customers would often offer Veronica advice on her potential love interest. Rachel, whose cousin owned the bar, would help out when she wasn’t busy with her highly lucrative wedding photography business.
While Veronica was searching for a wife, Rachel strictly adhered to her own 3 dates and done philosophy. She was not in the market for any long term commitment and instead tried to help Veronica find her soulmate.

Elle Spencer created a smorgasbord of very interesting, realistic, and relatable characters. I think most readers will relate to one or more of these characters/situations: workaholics, dating nightmares, biological clock ticking away, loss of loved ones, and relationship failures. These circumstances created a storyline that was extremely humorous, especially the bar scenes with Veronica interviewing her dates. The author created some very quirky characters for Veronica’s dates with dialogue to match.

The storyline was also emotional at times when characters experienced heartbreaking loss. But whatever the circumstances, the author successfully engaged the reader from start to finish. Everything about this story was well executed and is highly recommended.

I loved this book. the writing the characters, and the humor is all amazing. I laughed so hard and connected with everyone. I was not expecting this much joy when i requested the book so it was nice surprised

thank you for granting me free copy in exchange of honest opinion

I really enjoyed the way Elle Spencer wrote her characters, they were believable and realistic. It was enjoyable to read the way she included current trends into the story, it felt very current but timeless at the same time. I found myself wanting to stay in the story when I reached the ending because I enjoyed the development of the characters she created.

An honest review thanks to NetGalley. Casting Lacey is one of my all time favorite books, in the past when I have read Spencer's newer books I was massively disappointed. As I held them up to the standard of Casting Lacey, with 30 Dates in 30 days, I was not disappointed at all. This was a great book that was sweet, funny and had just enough of an obstacle and connection to keep me reading. Rachel and Veronica are perfect together and you will love their story.

Veronica is a New York lawyer on the precipice of becoming partner at her firm. Her assistant, Bea, sneakily sets her up on a date each night until Veronica finds 'the one.' This is all the result of a drunken night where Veronica uncharacteristically spilled how she wanted to be married by the time she was 35. Well, 35 is just around the corner.

I'm an Elle Spencer fan. I want to say that this was surprisingly good, but I guess I shouldn't really be that surprised. She generally delivers on everything I love about reading romance. Feelings, chemistry, conflict, angst, tears, and happiness. This one particularly had great dialogue.

I loved Veronica and her conflicting characterization. Master of litigation. Clumsy with women. She had a lot of drive to achieve her goals and despite her failures, kept pressing on. She has an idealistic look on love. So many times in this story, she could have let herself become jaded. Her perseverance was sweet. And she was snarky. I have to admit that I developed a nice sized crush on Veronica.

Rachel, a photographer slash assistant bartender, is the classic 'burned by love and never going to give my heart to someone again' character. So clearly, her outlook is challenged. The reason this story worked was because her plight felt genuine and it was not resolved superficially early on. This is a slow burn romance that takes it's time delivering the ultimate payoff.

I think some readers may get annoyed by the hot/cold attitude and push/pull situations that Rachel creates. It was great for me because I love the drama. I like authors who play with my heart.

There were plenty of side characters that were used to further the plot. None of them were robustly developed. On the surface with a small bit of backstory where it made sense to relate to the main characters. That was perfectly fine for me.

There was some character crossover from Spencer's last book, 'Road to Madison.' I thought the first introduction and reason for their inclusion in this book believable and cute. A nice nod to a couple that I enjoyed reading about. Unfortunately, they are also make an appearance a couple of times late in the story that felt overdone, campy, and not plausible at all to me.

Overall, this book had a significant amount of personality. The characters were likable. Fun situations. Great chemistry. A slow burn romance that satisfies int he end.

I recommend this to people who love to read about romance, lawyers, bars, photography, foofy drinks, dating profiles, good dialogue, and push up bras.

This is a fun and engaging romance which hits the mark perfectly Veronica Welch, career and goal oriented, is close to making partner in her law firm by 35 but realizes that she hasn't found a romantic partner. Her efficient assistant takes the initiative to sign her up on an online dating site and proceeds to schedule 30 dates in 30 days. What could possibly go wrong? Or more importantly, can this scheme possibly go right?

There's a wonderful level of humour maintained throughout the book although its not a comedy - instead there are amusing dates and witty banter and dialogue between the engaging main and supporting characters that keeps the tone light and hooks you right in. There's a good balance with the requisite horrible dates who mirror their drink choices perfectly and some rather heartfelt moments between the leads as well as with the supporting characters.

Rachel Monaghan, successful wedding photographer who has a rather cynical view of matrimony and love, is helping her cousin out by tending the family owned bar in the evenings and has a front and centre seat to watch the dates unfold. Obviously, Veronica's match is right in front of her - not across the table, but across the bar. The build of the relationship between the two works particularly well and the chemistry pops. Rachel's reluctance keeps the "will they or won't they" tension going,

This is a fun and lighthearted romance that i enjoyed the heck out of.

I received an ARC copy of this book from the Publisher via Netgalley and voluntarily leaving my review.


I really love this book. I can totally see this on screen as rom com.

Veronica aka V. Is a attorney who trying to get a partnership. One day while she was drunk she told her assiant Bea that she wants to be married with children before her thirty fifth Bday or a least be in a relationship.

Bea taking to heart what Veronica said set her up on this dating website call Ryder where she arrange for these dates where take place at a bar where Veronica meet Rachel and company.

Rachel is a photographer when her cousin Charlotte ask her to bartend at her bar so she can be there for her mother who is dying Rachel says yes.

As Veronica goes on these dates she meets Rachel and feel a connection to her as they begin a friendship a attraction begins but Rachel is one night stand kinda girl because she had her heart broken before when Veronica tire of Rachel giving her hot and cold messages she decide to give the dating site one more chance and she meets Lauren who she feels a connection with things get complicate when we learn who Lauren is throw in Veronica on again off again ex Avery and Rachel realizing she wants to be really with Veronica and open her heart again even though she afraid it get broken again.

This was a fun, mostly lighthearted story. First time I’ve read anything by this author, and I’ll happily look for more! I enjoyed the characters, their at times funny banter back and forth, and the supporting characters as well. Definitely thumbs up from me.

I received a complementary copy of the book. I am voluntarily leaving a review of my honest feedback.

I really loved this book by Elle Spencer. The book gave so much with some serious tough times along with some laughs.

Veronica was the hero of this book for me, she was vulnerable, goofy (which I didn't expect at first) and funny which had me rooting for her from the start. Rachel for me was the classic character that you just wanted to shake. She was lucky Veronica was always so forgiving and willing to put herself out there.

This was a fun sweet read which I highly recommend.

I absolutely love Elle Spencer! Two of her other books Casting Lacy and Unforgettable are two of my favorites of all time. Elle did a fantastic job with this book. The plot was interesting and the witty banter between all characters was great. Veronica and Rachel were truly likable mains and the supporting cast of characters (especially those in the bar) really enhanced the novel. This book was a great escape and truly made me smile. Thanks Elle for another wonderful book!!

Oh well, I don't know what I expected but I certainly got more! This book sparkles with good humor, witty banter and beautiful, tasteful flirting! I loved it! Everything in it! Veronica, Rachel, Bea, Charlotte, Harry and the whole gang in the bar. I loved every single character as it's written so skillfully and they all have been given a soul, which I don't find often in books. I heartily recommend this book as it's one of the nicest I've read any time recently.