Sweet romance that has a little fun mystery to it. Slow burn that was just about right for the romance. However some downfalls. Too many characters that are never fleshed out. Savannah's family is also underdeveloped, but also toxic. They all expect her to be happy with her boyfriend dumping her for her sister. Will kinda mentions the toxicity at one point, so the author knew, but it's barely dealt with.

Do yourself a favor and get this book in your hands. Right now. It will bring you joy and happiness. It was the cutest and easiest read ever.

I loved this book! I read in just a couple days, the characters were well written and very entertaining, I loved the world of books and publishing and authors, I think any book lover will enjoy It!

I love books about books and this one was great! I also love books where people fall for others sight unseen, and it always turns out to be a sort of disaster. This was great!

There was so much about Meet Me In The Margins that I loved. Who doesn't love a woman who feels stilted in her life and has a workplace romance while trying to pursue her dreams? Falling in love with someone through their written words? Sign me up.

It falls apart a little in the details. Moments added to bring drama to the book instead take me out of it. The ending, meant to me a big romantic scene, made me think about the lack of acknowledgement of possible conflicts in the workplace. Complete reality is not needed in romance, just give me enough not to have to think about it.

This was a good read. It was fun and the way it explored the world books and publishing, was great.

The characters were likable. The plot was good. But, in the end, it left me with the feeling of wanting more.

For a book about editing and not writing cheesy love stories, it really was cheesy. The couple annoyed me. The main character just let EVERYONE walk over them. Like I'm sorry but if my boyfriend of 8 years left me for my sister and she was totally into the relationship, I would lose my shit. The whole family was toxic AF and the MC was such a doormat.

A great read. Beautifully written, emotional and heart-wrenching, and characters that have a depth to them. I truly enjoyed this one!

Savannah Cade is a serious book editor with a guilty secret – she is secretly writing a very unserious romance novel. After nearly revealing her hidden hobby in a staff meeting, she quickly stashes her manuscript in an out of the way office. The next day, she discovers someone has found her pages and made notes in the margins. As Savannah continues to edit her work, the mystery editor continues to comment, and Savannah finds herself falling for him. She just wishes she knew who he was!
I liked this novel. It was cute and sweet, but I wanted to like it more. The characters took a long time to get together making the pacing seem to drag a bit in the middle and the ending slightly rushed. Despite these minor flaws, I enjoyed the novel and would recommend it to library patrons wanting a sweet, smart contemporary romance. 3.5 stars.

This was a sweet book in general, And the premise was different, but as a romance it missed the most important part, the chemistry. An ok read that could be pushed further.

Cute rom-com novel. Savannah is an editor at a publishing company and she secretly is writing a romance novel. She accidentally leaves her manuscript in the Book Nook. After she retrieves it, she finds there are notes written on the side of the margins. She goes on the defensive when she sees the criticism. As she continues, she does start to pour her heart into the mysterious editor for her book and falls in love with the mystery person.

What I truly appreciate was how this novel gave a good look at how the publishing world works from development to the actual manufacturing to the books hitting the stage for authors to meet their public. It was very interesting.

That said, what I did not care for is Savannah's family dynamics. Rule #1 - it is not acceptable to date one's ex. It is just wrong on so many levels. Then Rule #2 - to read the family is all, "Oh get over it," attitude just made my blood boil. Talk about betrayal by those closest to you. Whatever happened to "Blood is thicker than water?!" Thankfully there's a certain man who tells her, that her family and not her is in the wrong. I just couldn't get over that.

Special thanks to NetGalley and Thomas Nelson Books for sharing this e-arc with me in exchange for my honest thoughts.

This was such an adorably charming romance. I love any book centered around books and this one was absolutely delightful. The characters felt real, as did their connection, and it was a fun, fast read.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy.

Meet Me in the Margins by Melissa Ferguson was such a fun premise, with a bookish setting and a fun, unique premise that was quick and easy to read. I did find that it took a bit long to get into the actual margin note part of the story. When we did finally get those notes, it was a smaller portion of the plot than I was hoping for. While I really enjoyed our two main characters and the interactions we did have, by the end I felt there were a a bit too many subplots going on (i.e., everything with Ferris) and not enough of the romance. Overall - cute and enjoyable, but not a new favorite.

Thank you to the publisher for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I wanted to love this. I truly did. But as much as I can usually enjoy a rom-com, something about this was just too much.

It reads like a Hallmark movie. Which I’m sure is something that will appeal to loads of readers. Sadly, it’s just not for me.

3.5 stars. A cute story. I thought I had reviewed it already, but I guess not. I guess it wasn't that memorable, as I can't recall many details. It was a fun, quick read.

I loved this book! I found the concept of the mystery editor really compelling and I love when people get to know one another in unique ways. A great book for people who prefer a closed door romance.

It's a cute story. Reminiscent of You've Got Mail or Sleepless in Seattle. Very PG, with just two non descript kisses throughout the whole book.
I just wanted more for a marketed adult romance read.

This was such a cute book Sometimes you just need a feel good story and this hits the spot! No divisive topics, just a cute workplace romance set in the world of publishing. Meet Me in the Margins kept me turning the pages, finishing it in a day! Thank you Netgalley and Thomas Nelson Publishing for gifting me this little gem in exchange for an honest review.

Meet Me In The Margins by Melissa Ferguson

3.5/5 🌟

This was a fabulous quick rom com vibe. I think I wanted a bit more spice but it was certainly a unique plot and the characters were human which grounds the whole book.

This book is about an aspiring writer, and her complicated life balancing her job as a publisher, love life, and family all while tangled in some romantic feels for her mystery ghost editor. They send written notes on her manuscript about how to sell it. She has her guesses as to who it could be along the way but we don’t find out until the end. We also meet some supporting characters in her mean bff, over active prefect sister engaged to her ex bf, and her new boss the attractive son the company’s CEO.

I really liked the story in a story, her writing made me want to read the full manuscript she was writing too. The romance part was a bit flat but the real relatable get to you someone as a friend then want to date was spot on. Friends are always the best lovers.
No spoilers but it is a happy ending!

This book had such a unique plot line that I just had to read it. I was not disappointed. Savannah was the most relatable character. Hardworking, lovable, and committed to her job. I really loved the idea of her writing her own book and hoping to get it published. The whole idea of a mystery editor helping her write was amazing and absolutely well done by the author! Will was such a great male lead in this book and I loved the chemistry between Savannah and him. I will definitely be re-reading this book soon and look forward to reading more from this author!