Laura Jane Williams’ Enemies to Lovers is a delightful and heartfelt romantic comedy with all the right ingredients: sharp wit, sizzling chemistry, and emotional depth. The characters are refreshingly real, with their flaws and quirks making them feel incredibly relatable. Williams expertly navigates the classic enemies-to-lovers trope, adding her own spin to create a story that is both funny and touching. This is a perfect pick for fans of feel-good romance that also explores deeper emotional connections.

Book Review: A Summer of Unexpected Love in Greece
Prepare for a delightful adventure in the heart of Greece with a story that beautifully blends humor, romance, and family dynamics. The novel explores the intriguing relationship between Flo and Jamie Kramer, setting the stage for an unforgettable summer vacation.
Flo's enforced break from life comes at the perfect time as her family heads off to Greece. The backdrop of sun-kissed beaches and vibrant culture adds to the charm of the narrative. Enter Jamie, Flo’s brother’s best friend, who unexpectedly turns her world upside down. Jamie is not just a handsome figure; he’s also the family's "adopted" son, making their interactions all the more complex and engaging.
The author skillfully portrays the tension between Flo and Jamie, who seem to be at odds with each other. However, what unfolds is a captivating tale of hidden feelings and unexpected romance. Flo's mortifying crush on Jamie adds layers to her character, making her relatable and endearing. Readers will find themselves rooting for her as she navigates her feelings amidst the beautiful chaos of family outings and steamy summer adventures.
The writing is infused with wit and warmth, making it a perfect summer read. The journey from "Enemies to Lovers" is not only entertaining but also heartwarming, showcasing the power of forced proximity and the magic of summer vacations. This novel is a delightful reminder that love can blossom in the most unexpected places.
Overall, this book is a must-read for those who enjoy romantic comedies with a touch of family dynamics and a picturesque setting. Get ready for laughter, love, and a journey that will leave you smiling long after you turn the last page! #netgalley

Thank you G. P. Putnam's Sons and NetGalley for the DRC of Enemies to Lovers! All opinions in this review are my own.

I enjoyed this one more than I thought I would. There were a few moments that made me actually laugh out loud and I love the forced proximity trope in such a great setting. My only complaint is that the side characters seem flat and stereotypical at times like they are just trying to fill a role, but I liked the main characters.

I don’t know why I keep trying this author. I think this was my last attempt. Something about her books just doesn’t work for me. I don’t feel invested and there’s always something that just turns me right off.

A light and enjoyable read. The chemistry between Alex and Jamie is palpable and I enjoyed their banter. The plot can feel a bit predictable at times and the pacing is a little uneven but overall the story still offers a fun and escapist read.
Many thanks to PENGUIN GROUP Putnam and to Netgalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Flo Greenberg is highly strung and an over achiever who can’t stand her brother’s best friend, Jamie, or at least that’s what she tells herself. Jamie doesn’t know what he did to make Flo hate him, but here he is anyway. When Jamie tags along for the Greenberg family trip there is no way Flo can avoid him. Will they both make it out of this trip alive?

Enemies to lovers romances are hit or Miss with me and the last one I read was really good so I knew my bar might be set too high for this one and I was right. This book didn’t hit the mark for me. The enemies to lovers wasn’t really there, it was more Flo hating Jamie for no real reason and Jamie just going along with it. I couldn’t connect with any of the chat years and I just couldn’t get into this book. There was so much potential, but most of this book fell flat for me and it was tough to get through. Just because I didn’t connect with it doesn’t mean that it’s not for you, just keep in mind that I don’t think the enemies to lovers angle really hit with this one. The story was okay and I did end up reading it all, but it wasn’t my favorite brother’s best friend of enemies to lovers book.

DNF: 42%

I should've gone with my gut when the first two pages gave me weird vibes.

Instead, I tried. I really, really tried.

I couldn't connect with the characters. The family dynamic is interesting but Flo is annoying. I get that she's dealing with some mental health issues but does she not know how to have a conversation with someone? The dialogue between Jamie and Flo is awkward and unrealistic. The texts with Hope don't add anything to the story.

The most disappointing part is how this book is marketed. The cover and title make you think you're going to read an enemies-to-lovers, summery romance. And that's not how this plays out. I mean, I'm sure there's a happy ending but it is not enemies to lovers. There's some weird tension between Flo and Jamie but it doesn't feel like enemies.

I think this could have benefited from Jamie's PoV. I've read plenty of single-PoV stories that work beautifully but Flo is too annoying and chaotic and in her head for it to work here. I stopped because it really wasn't enjoyable.

<i>Many thanks to NetGalley, GP Putnam's Sons, and the author for providing a copy in exchange for an honest review.</i>

This one was okay, but if they had just talked to each other I feel like most of the problems could’ve been solved. Miscommunication drives me crazy in a book so it's hard to get past.

Thanks for the copy of this!

This one missed the mark for me. I felt like the characters were a bit all over the place and there was a lot going on. 2.5 rounded down.

DNF. May try again in the future, but enemies to lovers is my favorite trope and so it was hard for me to get over that they aren't really enemies at any point...

Enemies To Lovers by Laura Jane Williams was a predictable (look at the title haha), but fun romance if you are looking for something light and steamy! I did find Flo to be a little annoying, but she grew on me as the story unfolded.

Thanks to #NetGalley and the publishers for providing a free copy in exchange for an honest review!

Enemies to Lovers follows Flo and Jamie’s story, as they are on a family vacation in Greece.
The two have history, as Jamie is Flo’s brother’s best friend. Jamie is considered as one of the family, which makes the dynamic odd for Flo as she has always felt some way toward Jamie. They also have an incident from the previous Christmas that brings them together, only to have it not end well.

I loved the story telling here, Flo is engaging and fun, not to mention relatable. She is honest because of some recent events she’s gone through, and is really focused on herself, and taking care of her mental health, which I love to see the female characters do.

I love Flo and how well her character is developed, and I would have loved some more development of Jamie. His appearance is described pretty often but as far as who he is, is a bit of a mystery, although it’s mentioned that he can be hard to read.
I am not a huge fan of a miscommunication trope, which we discover seems to have been a huge blocker for them as they navigate their feelings. I am however, glad it gets sorted and they are able to have a HEA. I look forward to reading more of Laura Jane, now that I’ve discovered her!

The interior monologue was a bit much and so frustrating. Before I was halfway through I just wanted to shake Flo into her senses.

Thanks to #NetGalley and the publisher for access to this book in exchange for an honest review.

Right off the bat, the title of this book piqued my interest. This was such a good summer read, and a fun book to get lost in. The chemistry between Jamie and Flo seemed to be lacking just a bit to me, but I still had such an enjoyable time reading about their story.

3.5, if they had just talked to each other and he explained his letter sooner rather than waiting most of the problems could’ve been solved. She was also kinda annoying but the mental health representation was appreciated

This was a fun read but it did feel like it dragged on a bit! I wish I would have loved it but maybe the timing was not right for me. Might give it another try.

For fans of Emily Henry and Sally Thorne, Enemies to Lovers.

Set in sunny Greece on a family holiday, Flo joins her family to take a break from the stress of her career in academic. She doesn’t realize that her brother’s friend Jamie is also coming, and finds herself extremely combative due to a previous encounter between them.

I read this book in 3 days (which is fast for me). The characters are well developed and the writing is really professional. That sounds like table stakes, but I read a lot of chick lit and while there are many great stories - not all of them meet that criteria. The author did a great job giving dimension to all characters, not just the main couple. This felt much more on par with a best selling author.

My only slight frustration was that a lot of the issue boiled down to one major point of confusion that could be clarified with a discussion. I guess I didn’t realize it, but that’s not a trope I am very patient with! I also wish the author had spent a bit more time diving into the Jamie and Flo’s past relationship. A lot of it was revealed in the last few pages, and I think it made some of the backstory hard to believe.

All in all, I would recommend this book and read other books by this author happily.

Thank you to Penguin Group, NetGalley, and Laura Jane Williams for this advanced copy.

*Enemies to Lovers* by Laura Jane is a delightful and heartwarming romance that explores the classic trope of two characters who start off as enemies but gradually fall in love. The novel follows the story of two seemingly incompatible individuals—each with their own quirks and flaws—who are forced to work together, leading to unexpected chemistry and emotional growth.

Jane’s writing is fun and engaging, with witty banter and well-developed characters who evolve in believable ways. The dynamic between the two leads is full of tension and humor, making their eventual romance satisfying and well-earned. While the plot is familiar, the strong character development and the author’s ability to capture the ups and downs of a relationship make the book a charming read.

Overall, *Enemies to Lovers* is a perfect pick for fans of lighthearted, feel-good romances with a touch of humor and heart.

Less enemies to lovers, more intense tension of two people that should probably just date. It kept my interest and was a light reading option for an intense time.

"Enemies to Lovers" is a bit misleading of a title... But the story itself was still enjoyable.

Flo had a crush on her brother's best friend, Jamie. And last Christmas, it seemed like maybe something was finally going to happen between Jamie and Flo. But rather than coming to her room that night, as he said he would, a note was slid under her door instead, stating that he was sorry to lead her on, but they weren't right for one another, and they shouldn't discuss it again.

Heartbroken by the rejection, Flo left and has been avoiding Jamie ever since. But when he unexpectedly shows up on HER family's summer vacation trip in Greece, she has no choice but to try to get along with him.

She decides to treat the whole situation as exposure therapy, thinking that will help her get over him. But the more time they spend together, the more complicated everything gets.

The thing I loved most about this book was the family itself and how much they actually enjoyed spending time together. Of course, the setting was nice too. But since Flo was dealing with a lot in her life, including recovering from a nervous breakdown a couple years prior, she feels a bit detached from it all. Oddly enough, that made me feel detached from her too, which is not what you really want for your main character.

That said, it was still an enjoyable read!

Thank you to Laura Jane Williams, Penguin Group, and NetGalley for an advance review copy.