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The Sweetest Revenge is my first Lizzy Dent read even though I have been meaning to read her other work, too. The story is described as a mix between Bridesmaids, which I enjoyed, and Emily in Paris, which, unfortunately, I can’t stand, so I was apprehensive before starting. Amy Duffy works in TV in New York. When her boss/ex-boyfriend, Chris, betrays her, she gets drunk and ends up being filmed making a mistake. Seeking a fresh start, Amy ends up moving to London, but her past may soon be catching up to her. The beginning of the story is strong where the reader can feel Amy’s frustration and how she ends up in a spiral. She seems to be getting by making trailers at a British tv show and having some sparks with her downstairs neighbor, Jake, but her life is about to change when Chris reenters the picture.
Jake is a screenwriter with a past of his own who meets Amy randomly as they are neighbors. The two become closer when they decide to work on a tv project together, so I enjoyed their collaboration. The romance that develops between them is a very slow-burn, which was frustrating as it is a lot slower than even a typical slow-burn. Since this is a romance story, or at least that is how it came across initially, this part did not work for me. I felt the two have chemistry, but, for me, there wasn’t enough there to connect to a romance. As this story is also about Amy facing Chris again, I had ideas about the “revenge” part of the title where it could be her just overcoming her past and becoming a success while showing the world (and Chris) what she has become, or it could be a little more over-the-top where the revenge could just be targeting Chris. I am sure there are other revenge plots that could fit the story, but those were the two that came to mind at the start.
The language used in this novel includes a lot of cursing, which can turn-off some readers who prefer cleaner word choices. For me, I don’t mind those, so it did not affect my enjoyment one way or another. There are a lot of tv and other pop culture references, even the names Jake and Amy seemed to be an unofficial reference to a show. The story does its job on delivering a journey about recovering from public humiliation. Amy is not always the most likeable as she came off self-centered a few times, but she was well-written. I still don’t quite understand why Amy stayed away from home for so long even if her moment was humiliating as I did not find it to come across as extreme as it seemed. Overall, this was a fun story about growth. I still am not quite sure if I would call it a romance even though it included one, but it was still an interesting novel.
**I give a special thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this entertaining novel. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.**

Over all the Lizzy Dent wrote the story well but it was a bit of the struggle of a read.
I loved Jake but Amy was a tad whiney for my taste.
The ending was everything I hoped for and I am glad that I stuck it out.
A slow but worthwhile read for the ending.

Amy Duffy is washed up, and it's her own fault-- or at least that's what she tells herself. This fluffy rom-com is full of snappy banter and a detestable ex. Working on a project together with a handsome new neighbor pushes Amy to realize she's selling herself short. Neither Amy nor love interest Jake do a lot of work, but I found myself not wanting to put this down.

this is my first book by lizzy dent & I genuinely really really enjoyed myself reading this! It had humour, sexual tension, chemistry between the character & most of all HEART. A lot of rom-coms miss that extra something that makes them more than just silly-happy-go-lucky romances...this had that something for me. It definitely helps that I love a lil bit of revenge against a-hole men.
I will forever have the scene with the paddling pool & too much wine ingrained in my brain since it made me laugh-out-loud in a cafe at my new job.
I suggest checking this one out if you love Emily Henry, Beth O'Leary or just need something a bit lighthearted with some great characters!
Thanks the Insta Book Tours, the author & netgalley for providing this copy.

Thank you NetGalley for the eARC!
This was a fun book, and a quick read. I was drawn into the to story fairly quickly, and I was eager to get back to it whenever I had to put it down. My only "complaint" about this book is the fact that Amy's family uses British terms in their conversations, on Amy visit back home, in New York. I can believe that Amy would have picked up certain terms and phrasing in the two years that she has lived in London. However, it really bothered me that her family, who have not lived in the UK, were using British phrasing. I would think that an editor, or someone, would have caught this.

Amy Duff fled to London after an unfortunate viral moment of her at her worst made the rounds. She's given up her perfect life in New York and switched from being a TV developer to making trailers. She gives herself pep talks in the mirror every day before going to work. Just as she starts to get her mojo back and take control back of her life and dreams...not to mention the flirty moments with her very attractive neighbor/collaborator, the man she ran from shows back up. Can she continue on her new path of awesomeness or will he derail her once again?

Amy Duffy has gone viral for the most embarrassing incident ever. So bad, she hightails it from NYC to London, and refuses to face her family. It's been two years now and she misses them terribly but shame continues to haunt her. How can she face them after what she did?
She has a job she enjoys working with her best friend Maggie but it isn't her dream job. It's not the job she left behind in New York. Maggie tries to convince her to put herself back out there but if there is one thing she's lacking it's courage.
Then she meets her new neighbor, Jake, who is also hiding from his own moment of embarrassment. One even larger than Amy's as he was on a reality dating show so millions were able to witness his crash and burn. He's not only incredibly handsome but kind too and the pair become fast friends. When she discovers he's a writer that has all but given up on his dream they begin a project together that will hopefully fast track both of them into their true destinies.
There's only one hitch. Amy's ex, Chris, the jerk that caused her so much shame, has signed on as her new boss. She thought she escaped, that she ran far enough away, but trouble has come to town and he's still as handsome as ever. He's the one that will decide whether her and Jake's detective series will come to fruition. Will he do the right thing this time around or will he sell his soul to the devil like the last time she trusted him? You'll have to read this to find out!
The Sweetest Revenge was a super sweet rom-com! Oh how I loved Amy and Jake. Swoony banter for days!!! 😍 I loved Amy's boisterous family and Jake's wisecracking mom. Chris, that prickly prick, was perfectly despicable. There is a fair bit of f-bombs and even a few c*nts for those that take offense but other than that this stays fairly wholesome. There are no open door sexy scenes for which I was personally grateful. I really enjoyed my time with this one. My last book was a real heartbreaker so this was such a nice, smile inducing treat. 4 sweet and shiny stars!
Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group - Putnam for my complimentary copy.

Oh - this book was so much fun. Amy Duffy is a tv content developer at a major network in NYC who dates her boss, Chris. He lets her know he voted to pass on her show she pitched, because he didn’t want to be seen as favoring her. They get into an argument and she misses her cousin’s wedding. Instead, she goes to a pub and gets drunk. She decides to confront him, and ends up denting and peeing on his car… which is filmed and uploaded to the internet.
Two years later, Amy is in London working at a less dreamy job. She meets a new neighbor, Jake, who is a screenwriter and reality show star, and they hit it off. There is a restructure at work and she wants to pitch a new show. Only - her ex is the one heading up the development area. She decides to do it anyway and works with Jake - and sparks fly.
I truly enjoyed this one! It’s the first I’ve read by Lizzy Dent and it was so fun. It’s a light romance, with lots of drama sprinkled throughout. I loved the people in her life. Her family cracked me up. The chemistry with Jake was so great and the banter made me laugh out loud. Was the drama a little out there? Sure, but it was still entertaining! I’d definitely recommend this one!
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I don’t know if I would consider this a romance book. I liked the relationship but it was more about her fixing her life that any actual romance until the last chapter which was a little annoying.

I adore this book. It made me laugh out loud through out the whole thing. The sexual tension is there and both main characters grow and are over all really well developed. Amy does annoy you at certain points because well… trauma but Amy and Jake’s romance is one to worth taking the time to read. Over all 5 out of 5.

Cute book that has you really liking the main character. It was easy to read and very enjoyable. If you enjoy women’s fiction this might be a good one for you.

Better than many in the genre. :) The end seemed abrupt and I was expecting something much more interesting and / or elaborate to happen to Chris, and the book was kinda dragging by the end. But overall I really enjoyed it and *loved* the detailed chemistry between Amy and Jake.

I couldn't put this book down. I read it in a day. A great story, it has drama, shame, struggles, great friends, family dynamics, and romance. Amy has so many good things going for her, a supportive family, a job she loves, and romance. But in one swoop it all came tumbling down. Because of a viral video, she couldn't face her family or her colleagues, so she ran away. You have to read the book to find out what happens next!

Just like the other heroines of Lizzy Dent, Amy, too, is one heck of a mess. Her life & luck seem to be a train wreck with the universe conspiring against her.
What I love about Lizzy's books are how warm, refreshing & funny they are. Apart from the romance, this was high on character development.
I loved watching Amy pursue her passion & finally standing up for herself (twice). With humor undertones, this book was able to deliver some hard-hitting truths.
Thank you Netgalley and publisher for the the in exchange for an honest review.

This was my first book by Lizzy Dent and it won’t be my last.
I love a strong female lead and Amy was just this! She was feisty and knows what she wants in life and in love.
We all make mistakes and although Amy ran away to London to escape her biggest one (Chris) she still owned it and turned it round to her advantage.
Jake was an absolute sweetheart - going though a tough time himself in more ways than one, be managed to find himself and Amy in the process.
I love a book with a happy ending and a bit of just desserts - this one certainly had all that!
There was always a will they won’t they element between Amy and Jake - but when they’re together you could feel that sexual tension so much you were willing them to get it on!
I’m a big one for family relationships and the fact that Amy and Jake were both family orientated too was the icing on the cake 🎂

A really great summer read, Amy Duffy is my new hero, funny and smart this book has it all.
Amy lives in New York has a great job and is dating her boss Chris (secretly) following a bust up with Chris and an unfortunate incident which goes viral online Amy leaves everything and moves to London.
She meta her new neighbour Jake who is also in hiding after a reality show appearance doesn’t work out and the two of them find friendship and someone who believes in them.
Thanks to NetGalley for a copy of this ebook and Instabooktours with Lizzy Dent

Absolutely adored this book. It was such a fun easy read full of wit and banter, perfect for the summer. The sexual tension between Jake and Amy was sizzling from their first encounter and their chemistry was incredible. I was routing for them from the get go.
Amy’s character development was also something I enjoyed reading. She went from a woman who ran from her problems and avoided any reminders of her past to standing up for what she believes in.
This was a first for me with Lizzy’s work, but rest assured it won’t be my last. Her writing style is similar to Emily Henry who is an absolute master at romance. So if like me you’re also a fan, you need to check this out.

3.5 stars
After being screwed over by her boss/boyfriend (now ex boyfriend) & making an unfortunate decision that got caught on video, Amy flees to England to put her life on a different path. She met her cute neighbor and is finally excited about work again - what could go wrong this time? Ohk I enjoyed this one. Both their emotional journeys of healing were sweet to see in tandem & I loved watching their relationship (work & more) unfold. The slowest of burns but we'll worth the wait. Felt a little slow for me at the beginning but picked up once her & Jake started to work together which I really enjoyed.

This book was such a rollercoaster!! I have to admit, the first chunk of it made me extremely anxious and I wanted to talk some sense in to Amy, but I came around and was cheering for her and Jake.
Amy flees her life in New York and moves to London, following a bad and humiliating break up with her boss. She creates a life for herself in London and is doing well when her ex-boyfriend shows up at her new work. Right around this time, a reality tv show heartthrob moves in next door and Amy finds herself working with him on a tv script.
There are so many ups and downs in this book, but ultimately I loved Amy and Jake's story and thought Jake was so swoony and perfect. I enjoyed both their best friends, and all of Amy's family -- who clearly wants the best for Amy while also calling her out on her bs.
A perfect summer read, very transporting -- made me want to be in London walking around with Amy and Jake!
Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced copy of this book!

The Sweetest Revenge is a such a cute rom com that was very fun to read!
It centers around Amy, who after an event that leaves her ashamed, moved to London to start over. We see her 2 years after the event when she is still having a hard time moving on and feels stuck at work. Then she gets a new neighbor who helps inspire her again.
At first I really disliked Amy and found the book hard to read due to her actions. But as the book went on, I found myself really enjoying her. I especially loved the love interest Jake! He was a gem and so sweet.
Overall- if you like a gold romance, this is a perfect one to pick up! Even better if you try to avoid sex in books as there is only some kissing.
Thanks to netgalley for the advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.