If you're looking for a well-written romance with Elvis impersonators and fun bearded dragons, you're in for a treat. I enjoyed seeing the relationship between Jack and Clementine develop. There were so many sweet moments between the two. I will say that for anyone who is like me and looking for that extra flair of heist action, you may be in for a disappointment as the majority of the story focuses on Clementine trying to come to terms with her past and struggling with how she commits crimes for a living. This was the only aspect of the book that I would critique, but that's more of a personal preference of the storyline, the writing and character development is excellent and I will definitely be reading more of Kelly Siskind's books! I was given an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

The King, Elvis Presley, has spoken – this book is a hit! Not only is the cover eye-catching, but the story pulls you in and keeps you hooked until the very last page. Give me a romance, and I am a happy girl. Give me romance with a bit on intrigue and suspense, and I am in love.

Follow along as modern day “criminal” Clementine Abernathy finds herself in the small town of Whichway, where she stumbles upon Jack David, a hunky Elvis tribute artist, who just so happens to be her next mark. She wants to steal his Van Gogh. He wants to steal her heart. Can the real-life cat burglar find her happy ever after? Will Jack forgive her for trying to steal from his family? One-click this romantic suspense today!

Thank you to NetGalley and CD Books for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

3.5 stars.

This book has a very interesting concept and it what made me request it from Netgalley. Also, I thought it'd be nice rom-com. I was wrong. This book is not bad, I think it's still a nice read that's why it got 3.5 stars from me. But I didn't enjoy it that much.

I do love the characters. Maxwell is adorable and Clementine is clever and driven. I really admire her dedication to helping foster kids because she knows how hard it is to be one. She wants to help even if it means she does unlawful things. She is like a modern Robinhood. That concept alone is an interesting plot point but overall, I think the plot is all over the place.

There are a lot of things in the plot that I feel overwhelmed reading them. There's Clementine unlawful job, her secrets, her sob story, and overall complicated life, and then later her feelings to Max. See there are already lots to deal with Clementine alone. With Maxwell, it's his family, their company, his awkward social ability, and then his goal to win this year's Elvis tribute contest. I don't mind these conflicts individually but put all of them together in one book...

I just think that there's no need to include all complications known to fiction in one story, especially if it's a romance story and is branded and advertised as humor. The promotion is entirely misleading. I didn't laugh even once the entire time reading it. I'm not saying it's depressing, but I wouldn't label this as rom-com. Also, the twist at the end is not that interesting but that's just me.

Still, this is a nice read and I still recommend this. Just don't expect it to be a perfect rom-com. Clementine always reminds the reader of her past and present complicated life so there's really not a lot of time to laugh.

This was an entertaining story, but I was expecting something lighter. The story has some heavy topics including child abuse, bullying, psychological manipulation, suicide, and violence. Also, the whole Elvis sexual fetish thing was totally not my cup of tea. If that had been in the description, I would have passed on this one. I liked the story overall, but it wasn't

I just couldn't get into this one. I'm not sure what it was exactly because I really liked Clementine and Jack but I think it's becasude the whole premise was just a bit... Bizarre.

I know Robin Hood was a thing but it's not really a story that I feel translates to modern day and this just seemed too far fetched for me. To really enjoy.

That said, I enjoyed the writing and I'd definitely read this author again.

I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review

Rating: 3.5

The yellow cover drew me in but the premise sold me. I mean who doesn't want to read a romance with a real life catwoman? I definitely did and here we are. I had a good experience with this one overall. There were a couple things that made me go hmm but that's okay.

Clementine was an interesting character to read about. She doesn't have a great background and that is what has led her to the life of crime. She definitely isn't your typical criminal though. She does everything with good intentions. It's easy to see why she does it and feel for her.

Jack has a much better background and even though that's the case, it's easy to see why they would like one another. There is also common ground later on the book which definitely brings them even closer together. He is a very awkward, terrible flirt kind-of-guy and as an Elivs impersonator, that made for an interesting plot point. Haha.

I will say that this book may not be for someone who has dealt with suicide because it is mentioned.

A few things I didn't like, but this is just personal taste, was one of the stories Jack told from his childhood, the sex jokes between them, and how quickly their relationship went. I'm not going to talk about the childhood besides that I am sure it was meant for humor but honestly it was more gross and weird than anything. I get the jokes because there was tension between them but again personal preference. As for their relationship, he was able to quickly forgive her and she also moved in pretty quickly but it was pretty slow-burn until that point so I let it slide a bit.

Overall, it was a pretty good read and I liked the burglar aspect. It was definitely a unique plot and one i haven't read before.

O que me chamou atenção em Don't Go Stealing My Heart foi justamente esse trocadilho com a música do Elton John (Don't Go Breaking My Heart). Em segundo, foi essa sinopse um tanto diferente de romances que estou acostumada. No fim das contas, foi mais uma história fofa e divertida que me surpreendeu bastante na sua execução.

Clementine é uma mulher que não teve uma vida fácil. Órfã, ela passou por muitos lares temporários até conhecer Lucien, seu mentor e figura paterna. Ele a ensinou tudo que sabe sobre roubos e golpes. A golpista é praticamente uma Robin Hood moderna; todo o lucro dos seus roubos vão para instituições de caridade e orfanatos ao redor do mundo. Porém, Clementine já está tendo dúvidas sobre a vida solitária que leva, e elas só aumentam depois de conhecer seu novo alvo, Jack.

Clementine é muito marcada pelo seu passado trágico, ao mesmo tempo que tem uma personalidade marcante e gentil. Apesar de fazer o bem, ela está cansada de ser sozinha e sem amigos. Afinal, na sua linha de trabalho é difícil manter relações sociais. Quando baixa sua guarda, vemos uma Clementine divertida e apaixonante.

Maxwell Jack David the Third, mais conhecido como Jack, já entrou na lista de crushes literários. O chefe da divisão de tecnologia da empresa legado da família não está passando por uma boa situação. Além de mentir para a cidade toda sobre a verdade de seu pai e o risco da fábrica fechar, ele se vê bastante envolvido com Clementine mais do que queria.

Jack é um personagem que te conquista pela sua crença no melhor das pessoas. Ele é um homem bastante íntegro, honesto e de grande coração, acreditando que guardar rancor e vingança não leva a lugar nenhum. Por baixo de toda uma timidez gerada por anos sofrendo bullying por conta de sua gagueira, ele viu na personificação do Rei do Rock uma forma de trabalhar sua confiança. Porém, com Clementine, ele não precisa de vestir de Elvis para mostrar que é um homem charmoso e sedutor.

Pense numa história fofa e apaixonante! Clementine e Jack são perfeitos um para o outro e trazem o melhor de si à tona quando estão juntos. Apesar de uma espécie de instalove, à medida que vão se conhecendo e descobrindo medos e inseguranças um do outro, mais o sentimento cresce. Fora que eles têm um amor incomum por répteis, o que achei bem fofo e diferente. É bem visível o quanto Jack se importa com Clementine e vice-versa, mas o que pesa no envolvimento de Clementine é justamente o fato de ter que roubar o empresário.

Outro ponto legal na história é a o pano de fundo. Tudo se passa numa cidade chamada Whichway (traduzindo, fica algo como QualCaminho) e tudo na cidade é relacionado a esses pronomes indefinidos: What Not Café, Whatever Diner... achei bem criativo e engraçado da autora. Tudo é tão narrado, desenvolvido e explorado que rola aquela vontade de realmente morar em Whichway. E nessa cidade, também rola um festival anual de homenagem ao Elvis, que sempre gera muita competitividade e diversão entre os habitantes.

Quanto ao lance de Jack ser o alvo de Clementine, achei que a autora iria focar praticamente o livro todo nessa situação, mas logo a golpista abre o jogo para Jack. Gostei porque foi um passo bem importante na relação entre os dois e um modo também de desenvolvê-los. Afinal, será se Clementine está mesmo disposta a largar sua vida ou é simplesmente uma fase? Será se Jack irá continuar a querê-la mesmo sabendo de seu passado? Todas essas e outras questões são bem trabalhadas no desenvolvimento da relação.

Gostei bastante do conflito final. Claro que conta com alguém do passado de Clementine, mas a autora usou de artifícios e alguns Elvi (plural de Elvis) para deixar a situação um pouco menos tensa e pesada. O epílogo conta com mais uma interação fofa do casal, que me deixou suspirando de felicidade pelos dois.

Don't Go Stealing My Heart foi meu primeiro contato com a Kelly e com certeza irei conferir outros trabalhos seus. Ele está com lançamento internacional previsto para amanhã, porém sem previsões de chegar em terras brasileiras. Aooooo editoras, não percam a chance de publicar essa história de amor diferente e divertida, que com certeza iria conquistar os leitores.

Clementine Abernathy is a con woman who steals art to make money for the poor. When Clementine's boss Lucien gives her the next assignment it's to find Elvis Presley in a small Nebraska town. Every year the town hosts an Elvis festival in which she will be sitting in as a judge in disguise.

David Maxwell is the owner of the Van Gogh in which Clementine is supposed to steal. David and Clementine meet by chance prior to the festival when David’s car breaks down on the side of the road. Rule #1 don’t fall in love with the man you are attempting to steal a painting from…….

This book was marketed as a rom com; however, I found the comedy parts to be spread thin throughout the book. I did love the budding relationship between Clementine and David. I also enjoyed the originality with Clementine being a con woman and with the Elvis festival. All in all, I thought this to be an enjoyable read but it could have been wrapped up around the 65% mark.

Big thank you to CD Books and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book to read and review!

I absolutely adore a book that has characters with history and backstory that is handled really maturely. Yeah, Clementine had quite some baggage, and she deceived Maxwell, obviously - that's the whole premise of the book, trying to steal his Van Gogh. But the way she handled the situation was miraculously mature for a contemporary romance story and I loved it so much.

This was sweet and sexy and raw and emotional and funny. Clementine and Maxwell are really great characters and really good to and for each other. Kelly Siskind had given us a pure story of forgiveness; how to forgive yourself and others, with a whole lot of love on every page. This book stole my heart!

Let me start by saying I absolutely adored this book!!!

Clementine has spent her adult life as a modern day Robin Hood. She steals from the rich to give to the poor, as she was raised in foster care. Her latest assignment is to steal a rare Van Gogh painting, but when Clementine falls for the son of the family it belongs to, her task isn't so simple...

This book was incredible. I adored Clementine as a character, and I fell in love with Jack. Not only did this story have romance and laughs, but it also had an excellent back story that I don't see in many romance novels. In my view, the back story mixed with the romance made for a more believable and deep read than other romances I have read recently.

I had never heard of Kelly Siskind before reading this book, but I will definitely be checking out her past books, and eagerly awaiting her new ones.

I would highly recommend this if you enjoy romance novels that have depth to them but don't sacrifice the steam.

Huge thanks to CD Books and NetGalley for providing me an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Well, this was refreshing and different! Don’t Go Stealing My Heart is a unique standalone contemporary romance. I’ve never read a book like this, with characters like this. Clementine is a modern day Robin Hood. She steals from the rich to give to the poor. She’s had a very hard life, losing both parents at a young age, entering foster care and enduring difficult circumstances. When she is assigned to steal a painting from a rich guy, she thinks it should be easy. What she doesn’t expect is to have an instant connection with this man, Jack. He’s not what he seems, and she begins to fall for her mark. There’s also some thrilling scenes in there with some rival thieves. It’s quirky, fun, and entertaining, and I would absolutely recommend this lighthearted romance to all.

* ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!

This is the story of Clementine who is a cat burglar charged with stealing a rare Van Gogh painting from the David family. The David Family live in a small town in Nebraska called Whichway and it is know for its Elvis Tribute Artist concert. Every year Jack David is in the show and this year Clementine has him marked so she can get close to the painting that hangs in the David's home. During the book we see how Clementine grapples with the life she's in and if she deserves anything more. Jack was a very compassionate person which was just what Clementine needed to realize there was more for her in life. I really enjoyed this one overall, I thought the plot and characters where really fun and well developed. One of my favorite things in the book is the name of the places in the town. You have the Who's It's Cafe, Wherever Park, Whenever is a bar and the the Whatnot Diner. I thought this just added a nice touch to the overall sense of the town. I will say this was a bit steamy at times so just know that going in. I would pick this one up if you are looking for a fun and charming read. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you Netgalley and CD Books.

It is hard to explain why I thought this book was only 'okay' for me. The book has aspects I normally like.

A heroine with a tragic childhood, stealing from the rich to help the poor. A hero who seems to have it all, but has family troubles and is trying to save the business. Clementine is on her way to Whichway to try and steal a painting from Jack's family. They have a meet cute where she somehow reveals her real name and they have an instant spark. But she has a plan to execute...

The writing is good, the story has original aspects. But somehow, I did not have that urge to pick up where I left off after putting my Kindle down for dinner and stuff. The story did not pull me in and kept me reading on. Maybe it is just me or the fact I have issues concentrating during Covid-19 lockdown... It was just not the funny romcom I expected.

"She wants to steal his Van Gogh. He wants to steal her heart."

This was a good read about a woman on the run from a past and a man with a complicated life and an Elvis outfit!

I loved the funny place names and learning about bearded dragons.

Some very dramatic scenes towards the end.

This book was adorable! It actually reminded me of a show that used to be on tv a few years back. I loved jack & clementines connection! I did feel like they caught feelings a little fast for my taste but I still enjoyed the story! It was fun and I think a lot of readers looking for something fluffy and fun would enjoy it!

I absolutely loved this book. It reminded me of the Thomas Crown Affair in the form of a romantic comedy. Clementine is a con woman with a heart of gold who falls for her mark, Jack. Both characters were completely lovable and had great chemistry. Don’t Go Stealing My Heart was a fun light read and the perfect distraction from everything going on in the world right now. Be prepared to fall in love with Jack and Clementine. This was my first book by the author and I can’t wait to read more from Kelly Siskind.

Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

ARC provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
5/5 stars. I loved this book. It was seriously so freaking good. Clementine is a conwoman and Jack is her mark. They bond over their shared love of reptiles. Jack is an Elvis tribute artist. The elements that make up this story sound kind of ridiculous, but they work together so well to weave an awesome romance that touches on past traumas and how people cope with them. Clementine’s struggles with her past were so genuine and I could completely understand all of her fears. I think Kelly Siskind did an absolutely fantastic job of writing the characters and the story.
Warning: this book has discussions about suicide, mental and physical abuse, and child abuse.

Look out for my review on my Instagram page when it's posted.

Unterhaltsamer und diebischer Roman

Was passiert, wenn sich eine Meisterdiebin in ihr neuestes Zielobjekt verliebt und auf einmal Zweifel bekommt? Das ist die Grundidee des Romans von Kelly Siskind. Der Grundton des Buches ist trotz ernsterer Passagen meist locker und unterhaltsam, dafür sorgen unter anderem auch die Teilnehmer eines Elvis-Contests. Das mag etwas abgefahren klingen und ist es auch. Da ich kein großer Fan von Elvis bin, hatte ich befürchtet, dass mich alles rund um das Festival langweilen würde, hat es aber nicht. Gerade dadurch kamen ein gewisser Witz und eine Leichtigkeit in die Geschichte, die ihr sehr gut getan haben.

Der Verlauf der Geschichte und vor allem das Ende halten einige Überraschungen bereit, dadurch war es bis zum Ende spannend. Die Liebesgeschichte hat mir gut gefallen und war für mich auch glaubwürdig. Die Charaktere gehören vielleicht nicht zu meinen Lieblingscharakteren aller Zeiten, aber ich habe doch gerne Zeit mit ihnen verbracht.

Alles in allem hatte ich beim Lesen eine gute Zeit, wenn mich das Buch auch nicht umgehauen hat. Dafür gibt es vier Sterne.

A very big thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a chance to read and review this book early.

I love Kelly Siskind's books and this one was no different. The theme is pretty unique and I was swooning half of the time and laughing the other half. The characters were witty and funny specially the female protagonist. I loved Clementine and my heart went out to her after her story became clear. She is such a sweet, selfless girl who is involved with the wrong kind of people. Coming to Jack, where shall I start? Well he was charming from the very beginning and perfect for Clementine. He had my heart from the very first chapter and I am pretty sure readers are gonna love this southern gentleman. The story itself is pretty humourous and filled with laughter inducing scenes and dialogues. I highly recommend it if you are looking for a cute rom-com with an edge. Prepare yourself to fall in love with Jack and Clementine. Hope you all love it too.
Happy reading!!

An average romance read can leave you happy for the love birds but not so happy for yourself because your expectations weren't ultimately met. I wanted a fun con-romance where there's this thrill of hiding identities or faking personalities...nah, this didn't give that. Though, I understand I shouldn't judge a book by what I think it should entail and instead take in the story. Anyway, I do appreciate the sweetness this one gave.