Thank you for letting me read this arc! This book was such a fun refreshing read. The main female character is a romance author who's never been in love and the main male character is a childhood actor who's a recovering alcoholic. There was some touching moments throughout of their journeys. I also enjoyed the tiktok bits as well! Would recommend!

I was intrigued within the first two lines; in love by the end of the second page. Sometimes you just know that a book is going to be a new favorite from the first chapter—that was Plot Twist for me.

The leads were relatable without becoming stock characters common in so many rom-coms. Sophie was a curvy pansexual romance author who has never been in love. Dash was a short tattooed indie actor trying to find his place in the world with his new sobriety. That already made for interesting and compelling characters, but then they both got bonus points for talking about crafting and candles. As someone who loves making decorative concrete candles, I feel like I just met my new book BFFs.

This book did a wonderful job of covering tense topics, while still retaining the joy and laughter found in rom-coms. I loved this book, and am already looking forward to buying it in paperback when it is released. This was an easy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating from me and I 10 out of 10 recommend.

Will post review to Instagram in October 2023.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

I wholeheartedly enjoyed this book. The cover caught my eye and I went into not really knowing what to expect. I loved the struggling author and the guy finding his way through sobriety. Their connection was undeniable! I thought the story wrapped up beautifully.
While I'm not a TikTok user, I don't think it took away from the story at all. I loved Dash helping Sophie and the encouraging comments he left on her posts.

really loved every moment with Sophie and Dash and was surprised by how much of the sorry wasn’t necessarily focussed on their romance, but on their own struggles and work to overcome them. Sophie and Dash are both flawed but in such relatable, real ways and it was a joy to read their stories. I also saw myself quite a bit in Sophie - especially in how difficult it was for her to share her love - and it was refreshing to see a female love interest with this struggle. She felt very real.

The only reason I docked one star was because it felt like there was a LOT going on. Sophie had a pacemaker that was barely touched on, the tiktok plot kind of went away about 60% in, and dash’s stalker just kind of disappeared towards the end. it just felt like maybe some of the side stories could have been trimmed back a bit. Nothing that made it bad or made me dislike it. I just found myself at the end going “wait a minute what happened with xyz?”

I’m excited to read the story about Sophie’s sister, which I hadn’t realized was already out when I picked this up.

Thank you to NetGalley and Erin La Rosa for a copy of this eARC in exchange for an honest and willing review.

This is a really cute take on the next door neighbor, also best friends brother, trope.

Sophie is a romance author who’s never been in love and Dash is just trying to stay sober. Their relationship is a roller coaster, 100% but I was here for the ride.

Definitely entertaining, but not enough character development for me. The “villains” (Dash’s family) were unbelievable and 2-dimensional. Parts were fun, parts were silly/cliche but overall I don’t regret reading! Thanks to NetGalley for the free e-arc.

Sophie is a fun-loving romance writer with one book that was successful. She is under a deadline with her second book and she is stuck. If she can’t believe in love, how can she write a romance book? Dash was a teen movie star and Sophie had a crush on him. He is now her landlord and the brother of her best friend, Poppy. Dash has his own problems but once Dash starts trying to encourage and support Sophie, they develop feelings for each other. That can’t happen because Sophie believes she would lose Poppy as her best friend. Sophie decides to visit each of her ex significant others to see why they dumped her. Dash is helping her use TikTok to share her findings and increase her popularity. I loved this book. The characters are wonderful. The portrayal of Sophie and her insecurities is done so well with Dash, her sister, Poppy, and her past relationships. Dash’s mom thinks only of herself and tries to make Dash continue acting at the expense of his recovering alcoholism. His struggles to stay sober adds so much to the book and illuminates the need to have a support system as well as the love between Dash and Sophie. Great book with important topics done extraordinarily well.

This charming and light read follows the story of a romance novelist who has never been in love herself - talk about irony! Ok, it certainly has its fair share of tropes, but it does so in a way that will have you rooting for the two main characters, Sophie and Dash.

This book pretty heavily caters to the TikTok/BookTok audience, which I personally am not a part of — and if you're not either, you may find some of the references to the platform to be a bit forced. But still, if you like a good rom-com, the story is worth giving a chance. The likable characters and engaging writing style will keep you hooked until the end. Things do heat up quite quickly between Sophie and Dash. So much so, that I had to double-check if I was already halfway through the book when they made their connection.

Overall, if you're looking for a light-hearted and entertaining read, then give Plot Twist a shot. It's not going to reinvent the wheel when it comes to romance novels, but it doesn't need to - sometimes a well-executed formula is exactly what you're looking for.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade. Publishing for the Advance Reader Copy of this book!

thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. I as slightly leery to begin reading when I saw a lot of not so great reviews of this book, but I was pleasantly surprised. I did not find myself agreeing with the negative reviews!
This was a sweet, quick read romance, with a little bit of spice and some really likable characters. I did find this book to be pretty realistic, unlike a lot of romance books.
There may be some triggers for readers, **cue a spoiler** the main character deals with substance abuse issues, relapses and enters rehab during the book.
I am still confused why the book is titled Plot Twist, because nothing really surprising happened.
3.5 stars, because I did like this book, and I think a lot of my friends would love this quick romance!

thank you netgalley for this ARC
I was glad to accept it and it was a good palette cleanser because this flirty rom com is so different from that I usually read.
The romance between the two main characters is great, but I could of used some more pinning for one another.
It was a cute in that very contemporary way, and it did show recovery which a lot of people do struggle with. It showed how an author can struggle with writers block.
It just felt upbeat and the love story was just plain cute.

I think CUTE is in this review a few times but thats the best word I can use for it.

Thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing, Canary Street Press for an arc of this book. Below is my honest review.

Sophie is a romance writer whose first book was a success, however, she can’t manage to write her second. Writers block is her current nemesis. And, her lack of love life isn’t helping. If she doesn’t finish her second novel in six weeks, her publisher will drop her and take back the advance they gave her. Yes, the advance she already spent on food and shelter.

Dash lives next door, is a recovering alcoholic, and is Sophie’s landlord. His sister, Poppy, is Sophie’s best friend, too. Poppy sent Dash over to make sure Sophie knew a video of her went viral where she claimed love isn’t real. Nice look for a romance writer. Dash suggests she make a stitch (I learned something here…it is a response to a TikTok video, who knew?)

Sophie makes the video and … suggests she ask her exes what is wrong with her. Why did they break up? Is she lovable? Sophie writes best with a fleshed out plan and used her sisters love story for the overarching plot of her first novel. So, she is hoping to use these experiences reconnecting with exes to help cure her writers block while figuring her own stuff out.

Dash’s father and brother are famous actors. Dash tried … but doesn’t want to act anymore. His family, especially his momager, isn’t having it. To make matters worse, Dash needs to write a speech to present his dad with a star on the Hollywood walk of fame. Dash is not a writer … but he knows one that offered to help.

Will Sophie write her book? Will Dash be pushed back to acting? Will Sophie believe in love again?

Okay, so imho the last 25% of this book was much stronger than the start. I’m giving 3 stars for the first 50%, with gradual improvement until it reaches 5 stars for the last 25%. I’m giving it 4 stars overall.

This book has all the tropes. Every. Last. One. Well, maybe not that many but a lot. If you do not like tropes, stay far away. If you do? This book is made for you.

It took a while to connect with the characters, which is key for me. Once I did, my enjoyment skyrocketed. The witty banter between the leads was my favorite part. I absolutely hated Kitty but her character made complete sense in context. Dash’s father is a bit of an enigma. Richard the squirrel was the hit of the book for me.

CW: alcoholism, unsupportive family.

This was such a nice refreshing read, it was fun and it also portrayed some topics that may be triggering for some people. It also has almost everything that us hopeless romantics & romcom lovers-love 😂 Forced proximity, one bed, best friend’s brother, friends with benefits, and so much more… I am recently loving dual POV’s and this one was great to learn about both of the main characters. It definitely has a couple of plot twists!

I loved how Sophie is a writer but it’s different from other writers of books I have read. I loved how Dash unlike other book boyfriends has a different passion/work which is pottery.

Don’t miss the chance to add this one to your TBR list!

Thank you Netgalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for the opportunity to read this eARC in exchange of an honest review! ❤️

This book was adorable! Sophie and Dash are such unique characters that each have their own hurdles to overcome before they see possibilities with one another. The slow burn, creative solution and awkward moments kept me captivated and turning the page. Solid reading selection and one I could see made into a movie.
I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

First and foremost, I feel I should lead with the opinion that this book needs to be included in a LGBTQ+ category. Like it or not, Sophie is part of that community, and it should be noted as such. Frankly, I would not have chosen this book had I known this ahead of time. It’s not my thing, and I certainly can’t relate to it. I wouldn’t necessarily expect a reader who is part of that community to read a romance about two straight characters and find the story relatable. This situation definitely knocked my overall experience, and therefore my review, down a peg.

That aside, while the story has the appearance of a good flow, it still felt choppy. I wish I could offer constructive criticism here, but I’m not sure why. It seemed as though the characters were thrown into situations and it worked because it HAD to. The whole thing was very tropey, which La Rosa even acknowledges as part of the story, but not in a good way. There is also the whole T!ȼk T0ȼk thing, which felt highly unnecessary. There are so many other ways that could’ve been done.

It wasn’t a bad story, but I’m glad I was granted the opportunity to read this for free, because I’d definitely have buyer’s remorse. Would I recommend this to a friend? Meh. Probably not.

Thank you to NetGalley, Canary Street Press, and Harlequin Trade Publishing for granting me permission to read this ARC.

Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Love a HEA!! Really enjoyed this one! The characters were likable and interesting. For me it was not a book that breaks you, but I appreciated it for what it was. Some scenes were 🔥🔥 but I missed an emotional pull.

I loved the flawed characters and the chemistry - there was FAR too much smirking but the sex scenes were A+. I didn't know smirking was my hill to die on but it's the second book that it's so noticeable, it drove me crazy. Twice on the same page? Love absolutely everything else.

Not my typical romance read (usually prefer dark romance) but this may have sent down a new bookworm hole. I loved the twists and turns, character development between Sophie and Dash. With an imperfect love story, Plot Twist really captured the truth about love: it’s perfectly imperfect. This book had me hooked and I couldn’t put it down. Heartwarming and funny, just what I needed.

Romance author Sophie has writer’s block. Her second novel is due in just a few weeks and she can’t quite figure out how to write the ending because she has never been in love. When’s video of her proclaiming she has never experienced love goes viral, she has a chance to gain more followers which should help her sell more books.
Her neighbor just so happens to be Sophie’s best friend’s brother. Dash, is a former child actor from a famous Hollywood family and all he wants to do is stay sober. He’s made it 18 months during which he has taken up posting his pottery videos on TikTok. But now his overbearing mother wants to push him back into the public eye and has demanded Dash give a speech for his father’s Walk of Fame induction.

When Sophie agrees to help Dash write his speech in exchange for TikTok advice, they can’t help but feel an attraction and agree to try friends with benefits arrangement. But do either of them really want to stay friends?

Sophie and Dash were relatable characters with big, real world problems. Plot Twist isn’t a fairytale, it’s a realistic look at how to find a happily ever through acceptance, trust and love. They aren’t perfect and they never will be but they are committed to trying to figure it all out. LaRosa expertly handled their very complex issues as well as their growth and this book is a beautiful exploration of how to have a mature relationship.

I did find the grand gesture at the end a little over the top and rushed. Also everyone was famous. There were so many famous characters it came to feel a bit unreal, which was unfortunate given the very real issues that were explored.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.


Things readers might like:
Tropes (so many tropes)
Best friend’s brother
Boy next door
Friends with benefits
Only one bed
Celebrity crush becomes real life
He falls first
Dual POV

CW: main character alcoholism, death of parent, dysfunctional family dynamics

Dnf 50%

I really tried to like this book but it just wasn’t for me. First off, the entire book was filled with tropes. I enjoy a trope or two in romance novels but this was one trope to the next, so much so that there wasn’t much plot underneath. And the plot that was left was all over the place. Second, I just couldn’t connect with the characters. They didn’t seem fleshed out enough. Third, I felt like the characters hooked up too fast and that there wasn’t enough time for the tension to grow. There are more things about this book that I didn’t get into (such as why are most of the characters famous?) but the three reasons mentioned are the main reasons why I couldn’t finish the book. I only made it halfway since I was hoping it would get better, but it just wasn’t for me.

Sophie is at risk of being a one-hit-wonder romance writer if she can't get past her writer's block by her deadline. Her landlord is her best-friend's brother, Dash, who is a former child-star from a Hollywood-dynasty-family trying to avoid the spotlight and any stressors as he secretly struggles with new-found sobriety. As they face their own battles, they are there for each other, and their acquaintanceship turns into friendship, which turns into something more that they're both afraid to face - but they can't stop being drawn into each other's orbit.

The chemistry between Sophie and Dash is fierce and fun. Their sexual attraction and interactions are scorching and satisfying. But those interactions can be easily eclipsed by their witty banter and genuine appreciation of who each other is as a person. They are each other's biggest fans and cheerleaders, which is a very wholesome dynamic.

The characters (friends and family included) are also imperfect, so they do hurt each other. The ways in which hurt and conflict is handled varies in detail, but each time one or both of the main characters communicates, learns, and grows.

Despite the end-game pairing being hetero-presenting, there is natural and casual inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters. Sophie is confirmed to be pansexual - which is nice representation to see! I always adore bisexual representation, but I haven't seen enough pansexual characters, so this was really refreshing.

The narration is a fun, casual third-person voice that took me a couple of pages to get into, but I feel is important to the tone of the story. There is a sense of light-heartedness amongst some serious issues that eases the reader through the storm and into the HEA.

Fans of contemporary and quirky romance stories will enjoy Plot Twist. It is tropes-galore.