Fast paced and fun! This was a delightful refresher after reading some denser fantasy books. Kate is a type “A” event planner who is trying to branch out from her usually wedding events and show her range at planning other things and Drake is an introverted horror writer who feels like he’s been type casted into a specific genre but is too scared to step away from it. The two have a very chaotic and funny meet cute when Kate is selected to plan Drake’s book launch and of course romance ensues from there.

I really loved the characters in this book. Both Kate and Drake are really earnest about who they are and it was really refreshing to read. Their romance progressed sweetly and there were no games played or misunderstandings about feelings and I really appreciated that.

What I didn’t love, however, was the pacing of this book. While the romance did progress sweetly it also seemed to be moving too fast. Which in turn made it hard to connect to because the readers aren’t getting enough of the scenes that would justify the feelings they were having for each other.

I also, didn’t love the “big” conflict at the end of the book. I felt like several things that happened were out of character for both Drake and Kate and it made it hard to believe their actions from that point on.

Overall, this was a cute romcom and I enjoyed my time reading this and definitely would pick up something else by this author in the future.

Thank you to NetGalley and Forever (Grand Central Publishing) for the E-arc in exchange for an honest review.

I probably should have known better based on this synopsis but I really did come into this one fully expecting a gruff, grumpy male MC and an overly girly, type A female MC (I don't know I read horror writer and wedding planner and here we were) but I loved loved loved these characters from the beginning and getting both their POVs throughout the book really helped PLUS a scene early one where they discuss their biggest fears put SO much of their core into perspective. Newton was able to create wonderfully driven characters and I think that is where this book really shines.

I'm always hesitant when blurbs include "for fans of..." but in this case, I do think it fell well within the Beach Read vibes. Characters trying to step out of the box they feel was created around them, acknowledging and overcoming past experiences, and phenomenal side characters that I would 100% read a sequel about (wink wink, more Matthew's brothers please)

I did feel like the ended was too rushed. I remember thinking "wow there isn't much left and yet we have X and Y and Z that I feel all still need to happen" so I do wish we got maybe an extra couple of chapters at the end. Not that I felt items were missing, but I wanted a bit more time at each of these "checkboxes" at the end.

This is such a charming, romantic story! Event planner Kate finds herself planning a book launch for a famous horror author, Drake. The characters are so genuine, including the supporting characters, and the plot definitely keeps you turning the pages.

This book is great if you are in the mood for a lighter, funny read.

You meet Kate who is an event planner. She is sweet and hilarious. You watch the (un)fortunate events that play out when she attempts to organize a book launch for an author. I really enjoyed her character. She is very charming with her innocence and she made me laugh multiple times. I also really loved Drake’s character as well. I loved the chemistry between the two couples.

Overall, it was enjoyable. Definitely a feel good read for me.

All Kate Sweet - master event planner - wants, is to win an EVPLEX, and when she lands the job of planning popular horror author Drake Matthews' next book launch, she thinks she can do it and finally prove to everyone that her job is a lot more serious than simply putting on a party. But, after an awkward first meet, sparks start to fly between the two as they spend more time together and learn more about one another than they ever expected to.
This book was an adorable colleagues/friends to lovers and it was really what I was wanting to read. Kate and Drake were really cute together and I thought they had loads of chemistry in an opposites attract kinda way. This was also a very quick book and I found myself speeding through the chapters.
Both main characters had jobs I found really interesting to find read about (Kate being an event planner and Drake a horror author) and I loved the way Drake found his inspiration in Kate. That was very sweet.
I am not someone who always enjoys the 'conflict' section at the end of a romance book (I just want everyone to be happy!) but even I do think the conflict at the end of this was a little bit rushed, even just an extra 10 pages of Kate and Drake sorting things out would have been good.
All in all this book made me laugh and smile a lot and I will be telling everyone I know who likes adult romance to pick this up when it comes out in July.

I don't think I can rave enough about this book. It made me smile and want to hug the book and that is what I crave in my rom-coms! The chemistry was so good and the writing was flowing along the whole time!

I really enjoyed this book! It was funny an charming, and I read it in one sitting. The concept was great, the main character owns an event planning business, and she mainly does weddings. She’s agreed to put on a book launch for a famous horror writer, and the situation gets crazy fast.
I highly recommend this book!

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC of this book. All opinions are my own.

This was such a cute, fun read! I enjoyed this story so much, and I devoured this book in about twenty-four hours. I think anyone looking for a sweet, fun romance will enjoy this book. The characters are really relatable and real, and I found the love story element of the book believable and engaging. Overall, I was very happy with this story!

Cute story with an easy to follow story line. The characters were very lovable and you liked them. Definitely a weekend type of book.

There were many individual parts of this book that I liked, but I didn't really enjoy how they fit together. I liked both Kate and Drake individually, they were really likable and I wouldn't mind hanging out with them. However if these two were my friends there is no chance I would try to play matchmaker for them though.

They are set up for a slow burn romance I found myself incredibly underwhelmed with when it finally 'heats' up. While they make for a believable team trying to set up his book event and attending all the (unrelated) events Drake got her to go to, I couldn't really believe the moments that, I guess, were supposed to be romantic and relationship developing. Especially since most of these romantic moments do not get the breathing space to actually make me feel anything, as they are directly followed by some joke or awkward moment, taking me out of the situation entirely.

The general tone of the book is slightly chaotic and over the top. From a series of slap-stick like injuries to his mother who's only memorable character trait is that she want's to see her son married, it feels like a caricature at times. Again, I could probably like this but paired with a very slow burn romance and low-key romantic moments, this story overall feels dissonant.

How Sweet It Is is a quick, sweet romance. This story was interesting because it was from both of their perspectives. I loved that he's a horror writer who writes romances while she's a party planner. The writer integrated both characters' jobs to create a great story. It was wonderful to see Kate and Drake's romance blossom in such a short time. A fun, engaging read with a hint of spookiness.

Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC of this book. This was an honest review.

A stellar debut novel. This romantic comedy delivers. The premise is fun, the pacing is on point, and the tension and relationship building creates a satisfying read. Believable chemistry and relatable characters. I really enjoyed this book.

This book was given to me as an ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

I enjoyed this book a lot and it was a quick , light hearted and fun Rom-com .

I enjoyed the premise and liked the characterization of Drake & Kate. I would have liked a little more resolution on backstory or epilogue . I thought they made a nice couple and I hadn’t read any storylines with characters like them before . I look forward to more from Dylan as an author!

TW: for one open door scene and some cussing for those who want to skip that part.

This book is one big AWW moment and I absolutely loved it! Kate was an ambitious career-driven woman with fierce determination and Drake was the brooding writer with a heart of gold... Need I say more? While the burn is initially slow, the steam at the end more than makes up for it! Plus I'm a sucker for any book about cupcakes and event planning.

*Thank you to NetGalley and Forever for the ARC in exchange for an honest review*

Absolutely loved this book! It's told in Dual POV and one of my favorite parts was getting to see Drake's perspective. I loved watching their romance bloom and was totally onboard with them as a couple by the end of the book.

Dylan Newton's How Sweet It Is plays sweetly on the trope of enemies to lovers. Well, if not enemies than people who really misunderstand each other and get off to not the best start.

Kate Sweet is an event planner wanting to make her mark and gain the prestige in her field that will finally impress her parents. Drake Matthews is a somewhat-reclusive horror writer who doesn't want his book launch to be a mockery. When the two meet, there is chemistry...and a bit of hostility...and a fair bit of miscommunication.

It's fun to see how these two grow as individuals and together throughout the book, and it was a fun setting for a rom-com.

Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book. All thoughts are my own.

Color me surprised because I started this book with a small percentage of anticipation from the small hype it received on Instagram. With that being said, when starting it already I had a trigger because it is in the third pov, not my cup of tea but the story started evolving and I truly did appreciate it and felt some flutters in my stomach when it came down to Kate and Drake.

These were just MEANT to be on paper. Though this is a considered a romance, I would call it a chick flick type of trope as well. You get a lot of excitement when it comes down to Kate's life evolution, not only when it comes down to her romance but also her independent self and her career. As a new author to me and this being the only book by hers that I have read, and her writing style has caught my eye for sure. Not my usual type of trope and "meet cute" but it was refreshing and loved it!

Kate sweet is an event planner who is famous for her happily-ever-after moments. She wants to expand her business though so when her friend asks her to plan a book launch for bestselling horror writer Drake Matthew she can’t refuse.

Drake is known as the Knight of Nightmares and Kate thinks she knows what she is getting into meeting him at his mansion that is supposedly haunted. Things quickly get out of hand though when they meet and disaster follows.

Drake is tired of his reputation and (unbeknownst to anyone else) is actually is a horror writing slump. Kate may be his ticket out though unless he switches genres altogether?

While Kate makes these elaborate plans for his book launch, Drake convinces her to help with his next novel research. Their attraction is undeniable though despite trying to keep things professional. It doesn’t help that his family is pushing them together at every turn. Will they be able to make things work even after this event?

Things I Loved
🎈The meet-cute was the best that I’ve read in a while and had disaster after disaster happening which was very entertaining.
🎈The laugh-out-loud humor from all the characters! I caught myself several times smiling at the banter and situations.
🎈 Drake = swoon
🎈 The chemistry between Drake and Kate was undeniable
🎈 Drake’s Victorian mansion! Just reading the description made me want to move it!

*Thanks to Forever Publishing and Netgalley for providing a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

“She felt a rush of heat to her cheeks. Somehow she, Kate Sweet, currently had the Knight of Nightmares silent and spellbound. In a tomb.”

What You’ll Find:
✔️Romantic Comedy
✔️Small Town
✔️Opposites Attract
✔️Workplace
✔️Dual POV

Kate is famous for planning HEA moments for her wedding clients. But she’s been somehow roped into planning an event for a bestselling horror writer. And when she meets the gorgeous author and it goes disastrously, her life starts to take a turn she didn’t expect. Drake has found success as the Knight of Nightmares, but he’s ready for something new. Though something new for them both, turns out to be something so much more.

This was such a sweet story. I had such a smile on my face from their first meeting. The MC’s are complete opposites, but their attraction was there from the start. Their story is definitely a slow burn with some tension build up along the way. More character driven I felt. I was actually anticipating it to be a closed door romance, so I was pleasantly surprised when the steam did happen, and it was H.O.T.

The characters are all so likeable. Kate is strong and confident. While Drake is the shy and reserved one. He truly doesn’t know how sweet he is. I felt a little bad for him, having to open his home up to the public. But the setting and all the little details of not only his home, but the town were so charming! There was a little bit of a lull for me in the middle, but otherwise engaging and so unique, I didn’t want to put it down. And I am still picturing scenes from this book in my head! If your looking for a unique romantic comedy, check this one out!

Thank you to Forever Publishing for the eARC via NetGalley for my honest review.

Event planner Kate runs a tight ship. She's always put together and determined to give each of her clients their "awww" moment for their wedding. Kate is the Queen of the Happily Ever After. So when she's contracted to plan a book launch for the King of Gloom and Doom, horror writer Drake Matthews, it's going to be a challenge. Their first meeting is a comedy of errors and Kate's plan is way too over the top for the ultra reserved Drake. But when their interactions start sparking inspiration for Drake's top secret project, he will do anything to keep his muse close.

This debut novel was completely adorable! I loved both the main characters. Kate and Drake are the epitome of opposites attract and I loved how every interaction they had was awkward and riddled with hilarious antics. They both seem to get each other and it was so sweet how they realized how close they fit together. I loved that the book was dual perspectives, so we could get into the minds of both characters.

Drake's character was so vulnerable and endearing! He had the biggest heart, even though he acts rash in the moment. And I loved how he was so nervous around Kate, but wonderful with his fans.

Kate was regimented and put together, so I loved that every time she was around Drake everything always went wrong. For someone that always has to be in control, I loved how each interaction pushed her character further.

I also LOVED Drake's brothers and Kate's best friend Imani. They were perfect compliments to the main characters and I'm hoping one of them gets a book next. And the Wellsville town was awesome. The small town vibe dripped off the pages and I felt like I was in that town.

Thank you Forever and NetGalley for the advanced copy. All opinions are my own.