Overly saccharine and too instalove for my liking, but it was a cute book, the leads were charming and I think the premise was good.

For those looking for a HEA that doesn't take much to get, this would perfect for you. Nothing at all problematic but also severely lacking in conflict and drama, which I do like when reading romcoms.

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.

I truly loved this story! This is a rockstar romance meets "one night stand" and the story was great. His a great friends to lovers story and it is something i needed! This story hits all the marks when I am looking for a romance.

When Lexi and Jake first meet, they're both on a path to fulfilling their dreams. For her, it's to become a chef, and for him, it's to become a famous singer. They have one amazing and wonderful weekend together, and then don't see each other for over a year and a half. In that time, Lexi has gotten a job in a restaurant, and Jake has become a famous rock star, but they haven't forgotten about each other. When Jake comes back into her life, they try to be just friends because Lexi doesn't think their lives will mesh together, but love has other plans.

I thought this was so cute, and I'm so shocked this was a debut! It was a great, little binge that was funny, cute, romantic, and it even made me cry a little. I loved the main characters and the side characters. I feel like the characters were likable and relatable. The author also does a good job of making Lexi’s personal struggles real and relatable.

If you’re looking for a fast paced. fun read, you need to give this one a try!

My heart is bursting from the book! I picked it up as a light read and man am I ever glad I did - I binged within a couple hours, I could not put it down. The banter between the MCs and the side characters had me laughing out loud at times, and the chemistry and emotions between our MCs is spot on. The spice here is very emotion based and so even though it was fairly fade to black, there was still plenty of steam. The plot is engaging and while certain events were predictable, it didn’t feel like a rinse and repeat plot like some do. If you like angsty, emotional, feel good romances, definitely read this

I was sad to come across some plagiarism in this book. Had I not read the other book first I wouldn't habe known. But it happened to be my favorite book ever. Disappointed.

3.5 out of 5 stars!

I love a good rom-com. Lexi Berman and Jake Taylor were in the right place at the wrong time, in my opinion. They came into each other's lives on the cusp of living their dreams. So, it was human nature for them to choose themselves instead of each other. And when the time was finally right for them, the second chance love didn't quite feel right. Overall I enjoyed the book.

I really enjoyed this book. It made me laugh and it made me cry.
Lexi is a young Jewish woman searching for authenticity, when she falls for an overnight sensation named Jake Taylor.
I really enjoyed the fact that Lexi didn't lose herself when it came to pleasing her husband, so many women, characters, do. I found it hard to put this book down once I got into it. I really enjoyed the swoon-worthy feeling of this book. The author does a wonderful job of exploring the emotional ins and outs of a relationship between a superstar and someone who is not.

This is definitely a book I will be recommending to my friends.
Thank you to NetGalley & St. Martin's Press for the opportunity to read this story it was a delight.

This was so so cute! I loved it! I couldn’t stop smiling what an enjoyable story . Can’t wait for more by this author

Another new author for me and I really enjoyed this romance! It was fun, sweet, and full of foodie goodness! I really like reading chef romances! It just fits me! I liked the characters and their journey to an HEA! This had all the things I like in a romance! I highly recommend reading it!

im actually very obsessed with this book because I am always obsess with this type of tropes and the male main characters being head over heels over the female main charathers I just love it so much

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

I went into this book thinking it was going to be really good based solely on the cover. I had no information about what this book was about. I wish I had because then I would've known that it was insta love and I would not have read it, as insta love is the worst trope, in my opinion. It was fast to read but I did not enjoy that much. 2.5 stars rounded up to 3 for the pancakes on the cover

I enjoyed reading this book. The drama wasn’t too over the top and there were some very sweet moments between the characters. Will recommend and read again.

This was such a cute contemporary romance. I really enjoyed Lexi and Jake's story and seeing their relationship evolve. Even though the outcome of their relationship was kind of predictable, it still made for an entertaining read. It was nice to see how two people with demanding careers made time for each other and worked through realistic obstacles.
Read this if you like:
→ Second chance romance
→ He falls first
> Famous singer trope
→ Insta-love
→ Single POV
This romcom is the perfect mix of sweet and spicy and worth picking up.

DNFing this book early on because I couldn't get into the writing of it and the main character was a bit annoying. I could see this book working for other people but it's not one for me.

I couldn’t get into this one. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for sending me an arc copy in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book.

I love romance, I love reading, and I love food. Mix those three things together and it gave me this. This was super cute!

3.5 stars
Thank you Netgalley and smp for the arc!

This was a fun debut! I love books where one of the characters is a chef. I'm not super into celebrity romances because I have a hard time relating and connecting to the characters but I did enjoy this one!

Lexi is an aspiring chef who meets Jake, an up and coming musician. He writes a song about her blueberry pancakes and the rest is history! The author is great at making the food feel vivid as if it's right in front of you. My biggest complaint would be the miscommunication that happens. Chloe is a great side character who didn't feel flat or one dimensional. The ending was a bit rushed and overall the second half of the book wasn't as strong as the first half. I did enjoy this book though!

"Till There Was You" by Lindsay Hameroff is a charming debut romantic comedy that blends culinary passion with the world of music stardom. The novel follows Lexi, an aspiring chef focused on her culinary career, who has a brief but memorable fling with Jake, an up-and-coming musician. Their paths cross again a year later when Jake becomes famous with a hit song inspired by Lexi's blueberry pancakes.

Hameroff's writing shines in her depiction of the culinary world, bringing Lexi's passion for food to life with vivid descriptions. The author also skillfully portrays the challenges of balancing personal relationships with career aspirations, a central theme in the story.

The romance between Lexi and Jake is sweet and engaging, with their initial meeting and weekend fling particularly well-executed. However, some readers may find their later interactions frustrating due to miscommunication issues and a lack of mature dialogue.

The supporting characters, especially Lexi's friend Chloe who works in PR, add depth and humor to the story. Chloe's professional life provides an interesting glimpse into the world of celebrity management.

While the novel starts strong, the second half of the story loses some momentum as Lexi and Jake struggle to navigate their rekindled relationship amidst the pressures of Jake's newfound fame. The resolution of their conflicts may feel rushed to some readers.

Overall, "Till There Was You" is an enjoyable read for fans of romantic comedies, offering a blend of culinary delights, music industry drama, and second-chance romance. Despite some pacing issues in the latter half, Hameroff's debut shows promise and will likely appeal to readers looking for a light-hearted, contemporary love story with a dash of celebrity glamour.

I really liked this book! I loved that the main characters had such a good story! I loved that he wrote a song about her! I loved reading about all the food and drama in this book!