I loved the continuation from "Don't want you like a bestfriend", and I liked how it was handled. I originally thought that we would get Gwen and Beth's perspectives, but I am happy it was truly Bobby and James' story. I was able to get an incomplete edit of the book, so there may be some minor changes from the version I read to the final copy; and I hope there is because while the over all ending was fantastic, the wording of the end of the book just felt weird and left me wanting something a bit more solid. But that is truly my only gripe with the book, overall a fantastic read that had me giggling and kicking my feet quite often.

Adorable little society romance that will warm the heart.
We see two members of London ton navigate the trails of society, the season and scandals.
Bobby is a second son who wants a purpose in life, this purpose comes in the shape of befriending James a Viscount new to his title.
The both fight against their attraction for each other and when they finally fall, a villian threatens to out them to the papers and have the thrown in jail!

All in all the story is charming and heartwarming if somewhat predictable. It was enjoyable and relaxed read.

Thank you Net Galley and publishers for letting me read an arc of this book in return for an honest review.

This sequel was super sweet and fun. I loved their chemistry so much, just the angry tension until they finally kissed was great. I was kicking my feet the entire second half of the book. I loved that we got to see the same fun characters from book 1 return and learn more about them. I just loved the family dynamic and how everything eventually worked out so they could all have a happy ever after. There wasn't really an ending for Raverson and how his bullying got resolved. I wanted to know why he was so vile and what predicament he got himself into to need to get his hands on money. Other than that I loved the story. Starts off slow but then picks up speed, very entertaining.

Thank you to Netgalley, Avon and LibroFM for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

I would recommend if you're looking for (SPOILERS)

-m/m historical romance
-forced proximity
-slow burn
-frenemies to lovers
-meddling families

I had so much fun with this one on audio. everything I loved about he first book, and it was so nice to follow up with these characters. The meddling, the historical vibes, the banter. Truly recommend this one on audio.

DNF @ 52%. I tried. I really did. However, I’m sure I read all the parts about pregnancy/childbirth mortality but I do not want to keep reading in case they talk about it more. And with no content warnings? I couldn’t believe it.

Thank you Avon for the eARC. I think this is just not for me.

I really enjoyed this book—it had a great balance of compelling characters and an engaging plot that kept me hooked. The writing was clear and vivid, making it easy to get lost in the story. Overall, it left me thinking about its themes long after I finished the last page.

A queer rom-com with Taylor Swift in the title, sharp banter, snarky characters and a slow burn....hell yeah.

You're the Problem, It's You, by Emma R. Alban is a queer Victorian romance with Bridgerton vibes. Bobby Mason, tired of being the overlooked second son, clashes with the newly titled Viscount James Demeroven. Their mutual disdain is complicated by meddling cousins and an extortionist threatening their families, forcing them to work together despite their differences.

It’s the second book in the Mischief & Matchmaking series, but it stands up on its own. You're the Problem, It's You is an engaging enemies-to-lovers tale that will be a treat for fans of queer historical romance.

I received this advance reader copy of You're the Problem, It's You, from Avon and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I am not a huge historical romance fan but always make exceptions of LGBT+ works, especially ones with adorable covers like Emma R. Alban's. This story follows Bobby and James, both of whom were introduced in Alban's first book. It's an interesting look at navigating the social season of the time as a closeted person, as well as a very cute romance. I do think things moved kind of fast in this. I wish we spent more time building the resentment between the two before they gave into their feelings for each other, and I wish we saw them connecting more on an emotional level. This one felt a little more smutty than the first one, and I wish that time was spent more on character development. Still, I was just as charmed by these characters as I was in book one and found both James and Bobby to be very likable. James' story in particular felt very touching, as he allowed himself to open up more and become part of the kind, caring family he's found himself involved in.

This is an easy recommendation for me. It's a quick, fun read and I think historical romance lovers will like it. Emma R. Alban knows how to write flirty banter, and characters you'll really love. I don't think every romance needs to be perfect, as long as I'm having fun, and I really did with this one!

4.25 stars. This is actually the second in a series, the first one being "Don't Want You Like a Best Friend." The two main characters from the "Don't Want You" are very prominent in the sequel, but one could read this book without having read the other one. I have to admit that I kept getting very confused and a bit distracted about how the different characters were related, but that's more on me than the writer. Although the main villain comes across a bit cartoonishly, overall the book had a lot of depth and feeling. I was especially impressed by how much the difficulties of being LGBTQ+ in the Victorian era were represented and acknowledged and dealt with. The HEA feels just slightly forced and rushed and is maybe not 100% believable, but I felt the characters and plot were spot on. Very much recommend this one, and I'm looking forward to reading its predecessors and successors.

Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publishers for a digital ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinions.

This was fun, but like. not fun enough. It felt flat in several places, and felt super forced in others.

You're the Problem, It's You was one I picked up as I found the title name to be witty and synopsis intriguing- who doesn't love a historical romance enemies to lovers? However; I was not able to finish the book at 20% as i found both characters to be flat, without much depth besides them complaining about one another. I understand why the homophobia was presented but it was overdone, in my opinion and I wanted more of other things.

Loved James and Bobby's story so much!! I loved how they both started out grumpy and ended so incredibly happy. They worked together to achieve happiness for themselves and Beth and Gwen. Definitely need more of this story.

Cute book regency romance with LQGBTQ+ themes. Loved the banter.

I received this book to review for NetGalley

I did not finish this book but because netgalley counts it against you if you dont leave feedback I'm giving it 3 stars

I had such a fun time with the first book in this series, and the second did not disappoint! I absolutely love these characters :)

This book was so effing cute, it was a great ending to the series and the epilogue was just so adorable.

I was soooo excited to read this book after finishing Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend and I just love these characters so much.

This series has such good representation of queer joy and it’s so adorable and I love it.

If you’re thinking about picking this book up, be sure to read Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend first since the stories are closely connected.

Thank you to Avon for an ARC in exchange for a review.

This second installment in Emma R. Alban's historical duology romance was another fun romp - full of hope, swoony love, and great friendships! I loved the characters and the final resolution to the issue that has been a part of the story since book one, and I can't wait to read more of Emma's books!

You’re the Problem, It’s You has a ton of potential and I just don’t feel like it met it. I felt similarly about the first book also. I think it was a fun time and while I don’t regret my time with, it isn’t a reread for me.

This queer, historical romance is a related standalone to her debut, Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend which I gave 4 stars. In this book, we follow Gwen’s cousin Bobby and Beth’s cousin, James.

Bobby and James’s love story starts in a much riskier way to Gwen and Beth which was a definite slow burn. They meet at a clandestine queer bar and initially are “enemies”/rivals/definitely butt heads, but this is quickly resolved as a simple misunderstanding.

James and Bobby go through similar trials as did Gwen and Beth as they struggle to be in a relationship due to the stigma and social dangers of living in the Regency era.

What I appreciate about Alban’s work is her patience in giving each character their own arc and struggles instead of immediately jumping into their dynamic as a couple.

For instance, James struggles to fill the role that was left to him by his stepfather as a leader in Parliament. Bobby meanwhile is trying to live up to his family in a different way. This allows the characters to connect deeper in a relationship because they understand each other.

This book dovetails so nicely with DWYLABF because it allows for 2 lavender marriages and showcases a very real piece of queer history in that.

The spicy scenes in this book were well done, as they were in DWYLABF. Kudos Emma! Love a queer HEA.