I love anything Clare Gilmore writes and I will read it all!

This is an adorably cute and sweet office romance that I could not get enough of! It's full of quirky banter and had me laughing out loud!

Do yourself a favor and read this, and everything else Clare Gilmore has written!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

There is just something about a work place, enemies-to-lovers romance. I really enjoyed this story and will look for more from this author.

I’m not sure why it took me so long to pick this book back up, but I’m so glad I did.

Casey is quite happy with her job as a financial analyst at a magazine publisher, but when the opportunity arises for a promotion, she decides she’s the woman for the job. Unfortunately, nepotism rears its ugly head and Casey loses the job to Alex, the son of the company’s chairman. When the pair are tasked with working on a project together, the lines between hatred and love soon become blurred.

I really had a lot of fun reading this book and it did remind me a bit of The Hating Game. Both main characters were likeable and that made it really easy to root for their romance.

Read if you like:
*Enemies/rivals to lovers
*Workplace romance
*He falls first
*NYC setting
*Great banter

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press for a review copy.

"Love Interest" by Clare Gilmore is a charming and insightful contemporary romance that explores the complexities of attraction, identity, and the quest for self-discovery. The story follows the protagonist as she navigates the ups and downs of a budding relationship, filled with both heartwarming moments and challenges. Gilmore's writing is witty and relatable, capturing the nuances of modern love and the impact of social expectations. The characters are well-developed, and their chemistry is palpable, making readers root for their connection. Overall, "Love Interest" is a delightful read that balances humor and emotion, perfect for those who enjoy heartfelt romantic tales.

I usually adore the enemies to lovers trope, but this book did not fully develop that trope. It needed last longer to create more tension between the two main characters. Instead, the lack of development created for a slightly boring story that lacks chemistry.

Workplace romance with a hint of enemies to lovers.

What I liked:
NYC setting
Career focused and driven female main character.
Casey’s friend group

What didn’t work:
I felt like I already read this plot (The Hating Game) although I liked this book better.
Slow at parts with some miscommunication that made me roll my eyes.

Thank you to NetGalley and St Martins Press for an eArc in exchange for an honest review.

This was so cute! Exactly what kind of book I needed to read! This story is about two coworkers who go from being enemies to lovers. The back and forth, the realization of love, and the light story line, made for a quick and easy read. This one will definitely pull at your heart strings!

Unfortunately this was a dnf for me. I really wanted to like this book but I found myself unable to relate to the characters. I did not love their chemistry and I found this book hard to pick up after putting it down.

LOVE INEREST is a cute, enemy to lovers and workplace romance. I enjoyed the competition for the same job and the gradual growing closer when forced into close proximity! A perfect blend of witty banter and realistic characters. Highly recommend this debut rom-com.

I liked this romance, I did not love it. It was quirky, full of banter and I liked the supporting cast. What I did not like was that for the life of me I could not connect with either main character. Since there was no connection I would get a bit frustrated with the story, therefore it took me a while to get through. It really did read like a romcom and that’s what kept me going.

Thank you NetGalley and St Martins Press for this eArc of Love Interest. While this one wasn’t for me I’m sure it will be a great read for others. I am excited for the author’s 2nd book.


Read if you like:
•Workplace romance
•Light spice
•Witty banter
•NYC setting

Love Interest | Clare Gilmore
Job-stealing, kiss me so my ex sees, loml on a time limit

Alexander Harrison stole her job. He may have the inherent charm that captures everyone’s attention, but she’s the one who has all his attention. Casey Maitland is not your typical finance-girly – she is organized and color-coded but ready to find the spark of adventure she’s usually too afraid to grasp. She thought nepotism stole her chance, but what if the route to London just shifted (with a quick stopover to finding the one without letting him get away)?

I’ll often put myself in the shoes of characters that unapologetically demonstrate the traits that I don’t possess. This is the joy of reading – living all the lives that could never be true on my current course of reality. This is the case with Alex for me. I love his embraced acknowledgement of his nomadic preference and capturing the moment for what it is. He doesn’t try to craft the world around him into his personal utopia, even when it means loosening his grip on the one person he wants to keep forever. The meant-to-be vibes are so strong, but Alex is secure in his identity to the point that this security oozes out of him. It is not a blind optimism that everything will work out, and it is not a dismissal of the severity of his feelings for Casey. He simply stands firmly in the present moment and absorbs all the good he can find. I haven’t seen a character like this on the page and I love him 

This was not a portrayal of two flawed characters who changed in drastic ways to find their HEA – these are two people who get to have it all by the last page, even if it means moving thousands of miles away from each other, and primarily by acknowledging who they are and what they want most. I loved their story and their crew of friends (Brijesh might be my favorite) and I wish there was a whole series for each of their stories! Clare, if you could get right on that, it would be much appreciated.

4.5/5 stars!
Big thanks to publisher, NetGalley and Clare Gilmore for the ARC for review!

This was cute! The first half started offP fell off towards the end however, I still enjoyed myself and feel like it would be a good read for someone that wants a quick quirky Romance

This was so fun, I loved the banter, I eat up a work place romance everytime trust. It got a bit weird at times but we ignore I just cringe at everything

I love Clare Gilmore. One of my favorite authors and this book was so good and blew me a may. It was so funny. One of the best Romcoms I have read.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy of Love Interest by Clare Gilmore in exchange for my honest review and opinion. This is a really cute story that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Who doesn't love a fun romance story to let you escape life every now and then. You will really enjoy this one so I encourage you to read it the first chance you get.

A fun and laugh out loud story, I had a great time reading this. The tropes were wielded with expert precision to execute a really well crafted narrative.

This book sadly feel into the hole than so many good books go to die... too much background information. I loved Casey and Alex so much but I do NOT love learning about a job and position at that job that don't exist. I was still able to finish the book, and overall loved the writing style and characters, I just wish that the workplace was scaled down. I do love the ADHD representation and how many pop culture references there were. It defiantly had me giggling.

Alex and Casey are everything! And Clare Gilmore is a new favorite author of mine

Alex and Casey have a bit of a meet-cute before it turns not as cute when Casey learns she didn’t get hired for a job that Alex now has. These two are work adversaries for a bit but honestly also can’t stay away from each other. The more they spend time together, the more they realize they can’t help but like each other.

I really loved seeing these two trust each other and open up. There are some twists and conflicts within their work that threaten to keep them apart, but by the end there’s no question these two are IT for each other! I don’t think you can help but root for them both to get the love they deserve!

This book has been on my Netgalley shelf for years and I haven’t picked it up. No shade to the author or the book, I think my taste has just changed and I’m not the right person to review it anymore.

I attempted to get through this one multiple times however the utilization of modern terms such as “so aesthetic” and “girlboss” took me out of the believability of the story. While people may talk like that online, it made the characters not realistic. Along with the pace of the relationship being difficult to buy into.