I’m not sure how I feel about this one still. I liked it while I was reading it but I found it very forgettable. I did really like the characters and the story line.

"Same Time, Same Place" by David M. Barnett is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that delves into themes of friendship, nostalgia, and the power of reconnecting with the past. Barnett's storytelling prowess shines as he crafts a tale of second chances, personal growth, and the intricate threads that bind people together. The book's relatable characters and evocative plot create an immersive reading experience that resonates with readers of women's fiction. Barnett skillfully explores the complexities of life's crossroads, the significance of shared memories, and the unexpected ways people's lives intersect, adding depth to the narrative. "Same Time, Same Place" is a poignant reminder that life is full of twists and turns, and that the bonds of friendship and the memories we cherish can lead to unexpected and heartwarming reunions, leaving readers with a warm sense of nostalgia and a renewed appreciation for the people who have touched their lives.

i think i’ve found with a number of british situational romances, i usually desire more characterization and more interaction between leads. this was cute but restrained. maybe it’s cultural

A slow-burn and character-driven novel featuring two deeply flawed characters who are as different as night and day!

Nate Garvey and Daisy Dukes are security guards working at a museum on different shifts. They only basically interact with each other for five minutes each day during their handovers. When things start to disappear and then re-appear at the museum, they set it upon themselves to investigate. Soon, they discover the unexpected including the things they have in common.

A caveat, this is not a Night at the Museum-esque light-hearted read. I do have a penchant for romances that tackle heavier topics such as domestic abuse, depression and alcoholism and this book did not hold back on these. It gave an insight on their lasting effects on people long after they have stopped. Nate and Daisy both had difficult childhoods with a string of baggages and it's refreshing to read them opening up to each other, developing a relationship from merely co-workers to something more.

An overall satisfying and heartwarming read with dual POV.

Thank you so much to Sourcebooks Landmark, NetGalley and the author for my copy. All opinions are honest and my own.

Thank you to Netgalley for this early access in exchange for an honest review. This was an unfortunate event where I just couldn't get into this story. It was a slow pace that I just couldn't connect to and ended up lacking any joy from the experience.

British writing can sometimes be a struggle for me to read. So obviously a me problem, but I don't want to take away from the story. It was a good read. Lots of different dramas and some heavier topics. A closed door romance.

Thanks to Sourcebooks Landmark for the copy of this ARC. I've tried to pick up this book a few times to finish it and just cannot get into it. Loved the sound of the premise, but unfortunately just didn't hold my attention.

At the Manchester Museum of Social History Nate is the daytime security guard and Daisy works the night shift. For five minutes each working day they cross paths at the handover. While Nate loves interacting with the museum visitors, Daisy likes the peace and quiet of the evening shift. But, when she realizes that museum objects have gone missing, she enlists Nate’s help to unravel the mystery.

Same Time, Same Place is a gentle story about two people who are dealing with upheavals in their lives. Both are having a difficult time moving forward and both are facing uncertain futures. Although it is not the main topic, the story does deal with depression, which can be part of many people’s lives. But, the subject is handled quite well, it is germane to the storyline, and the description of how depression can feel is very well-done. Meanwhile, the characters are sympathetic and likeable and, while the ending is fairly predictable, it is quite satisfying.

All in all, this is a good book to read when you need a reassuring and positive story that will warm your heart. 3.5 stars

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing a copy of this book for review.

I really enjoyed this contemporary romance where opposites attract. Daisy and Nate are both security guards at a museum, he is on the day shift and she is on at night. So they only see each other for a few minutes during the handover - when they fill one another in on what happened during the previous shift.

Daisy is pretty obviously neuro-divergent. She is a strict rule follower and pretty particular about things. She is also caring for her terminally ill mother and is haunted by her past.

Nate is outgoing and chatty. He is a single father who is trying to do right by his kid. He is also the only person who believes Daisy when she starts noticing pieces going missing in the museum, only to have them reappear days later. Together, they decide to crack the mystery.

While there are light moments and it is a sweet book, there is a LOT of heaviness and childhood trauma plays a huge part in the story. The romance is not steamy, but I liked the relationship between Daisy and Nate. They both deserve their HEA!

My thanks to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Same Time, Same Place
By David M Barnett

Same Time, Same Place by David M Barnett is a lighthearted and charming romance with an incredibly fun premise and meet cute.
The novel is set in the Manchester Museum of Social History, where both Daisy and Nate are security guards and work opposite shifts and meet for a few minutes when their shifts overlap.

I adore Daisy and her quirky ways – the way she works out the light mystery in the museum as an amateur sleuth is just a fun read. I also enjoyed Nate and his kind ways and the way he always knew what to do around Daisy.

I felt that Same Time, Same Place was a fun romcom that was uplifting and also covered themes of mental health in such a beautiful and sensitive way. Wonderful read I enjoyed.

This was a big-hearted British romance between two museum security guards on opposite shifts who team up to solve a mystery and end up falling in love. Both Daisy and Nate are dealing with some heavy family things but both are also lonely. Together they help each other find happiness in this moving, kissing only romance. Recommended for fans of authors like Mhairi McFarlane and Lia Louis. Much thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest review.

Same Time, Same Place

This was a slower-paced, more serious romance that dealt with some heavy topics.

Daisy and Nate both work security at the museum but Daisy works nights and Nate works days, only overlapping for a short time during changeover. When things start getting a little fishy at the museum, though. Daisy and Nate team up to solve the mystery. Then they start running into each other more and learning they actually have a lot in common.

I really enjoyed how everything tied together at the end, too! I was really rooting for all of the characters.

Trigger warnings for alcoholism, depression, family violence, some racism.

Read if you like
-Dual perspectives
-Emotional stories
-Low-steam romance


Thank you @bookmarked for my e-ARC of Same Time, Same Place!

I found it hard to connect to the characters as the writing style was....robotic? I don't know how to describe it, but the characters felt very surface level, and I didn't end the book feeling like I was reading about real people. A good try at a romance; someone not wanting anything too heavy would probably enjoy.

I received an advance copy. All thoughts are my own.

This was just so slow moving. The writing was okay but the story felt like it took forever to progress. Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read

An incredibly fun, heartfelt read. Daisy and Nate are truly a couple to root for, each with their own deep, unique issues.

Enjoyable read. Two broken people living lives that connect for only a short time each day somehow find their way together and become whole.

Same Place, Same Time
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Genre: Romance
Format: Kindle eBook
Date Published: 6/7/22
Author: David Barnett
Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark
Pages: 336
Goodreads Rating: 3.54

TW ⚠️: Mental illness, bullying, some racism, and alcoholism.

I requested a digital advanced readers copy from NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark and providing my opinion voluntarily and unbiased.

Synopsis: Daisy and Nate both work at the museum, opposite shifts, except for five minutes daily where they overlap. It's the only interaction they have...until mysterious things begin to happen at the museum. Daisy notices priceless objects going missing and then reappearing, with no explanation. No one believes her except Nate, and he agrees to help her investigate. They soon discover they have a lot more in common than they realized...and their investigation uncovers not only the truth, but new possibilities for their future.

My Thoughts: This was not a typical light beach read, this was an emotional story. The story is narrated by Daisy and Nate, from their own perspectives, in a dual timeline. Our two MCs are polar opposites. Daisy is more of an introvert, reserved, and quiet. Where Nate was more of an extrovert, outgoing, and engaged in conversation with others, even strangers, very easily. Both of the MCs had a past of childhood trauma, but they both dealt with the trauma in different ways. The supporting characters add a flare to the story. The characters were well developed, had depth to them, some witty banner, were charismatic, had a connection with chemistry that grew throughout the story, and a perfect pair to solve the mystery at the museum. The author’s writing was complex, romantic but mysterious, and kept me engaged. The author did a brilliant job in writing the story, from the beginning, through the plot, and until the end.

I did enjoy the authors writing even if I didn’t connect with Daisy and Nate. I had trouble connecting with the story as I went in thinking it was more light-hearted and cute romantic mystery per the description. I believe updating the synopsis help find the correct reader.

I liked how the story built slowly and gave us real insight into Daisy and Nate. Usually idiosyncratic characters like Daisy get on my nerves but she was likeable at the end. The mystery connected the story well.

I thought it had a great cast of characters that I couldn't help but root for!
Nate is outgoing and charming while Daisy is a strict rule follower and I enjoyed reading about how these somewhat opposite characters worked together to solve the mystery of the missing artifacts. This was a sweet and heartwarming story!