This is such a fun heist romance!

If you haven’t read the first book in this series, I definitely recommend reading that first. While you likely will be able to follow the series, it really is a continuation of that story.

We have the class amateur heist hijinx - a ragtag group of misfits, lots of scheming, mishaps, everything that makes a fun and captivating story. There’s also a couple of plot twists that I didn’t see coming, which changed the course of the story!

Beyond the heist and the crew dynamics, there’s also a second chance love plot. There’s enough angst and tension to keep the story interesting, and while following the heist dynamics, you’re also rooting for the main characters to figure out their love and find their way together. There’s also a couple of side romance pairings, so the story never slows down or gets boring.

I would definitely recommend this for anyone looking for a lighthearted but action-packed romance!

Book 2 didn’t make me laugh as much as the first one did, but it was still a fun read! Most of the rag tag crew is back, plus a few additions that make for a twisty ride! Each character is well developed that even though there are quite a few, I was easily able to follow along and am fully invested in each one’s story! But I highly encourage reading these books in order. There is enough of a recap throughout the book to refresh your memory if it’s been a while, but I don’t think it’s enough to dive in as a stand alone.
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If you’re looking for drama, action, mystery, banter, humor and a relatively small amount of spice, I definitely recommend this series!

I’ve read Sara Desai books in the past and liked them. However I was just not able to get into this one. The plot points feel a bit forced. I wasn’t able to bring myself to care much for the characters. The stakes don’t seem that high. Also the touches to Indian culture feel like afterthoughts.

Having said that, I believe this is a sequel book? I haven’t read the previous one. So maybe others may like it.

This was an e-ARC so first off, thank you so much to Sara and her team for allowing me to read this book before it is out to the public! I am so honored because this was my first time getting an ARC.

Having said that, I feel like I would’ve maybe liked it more if I had read the first book “To Have and To Heist” first to get to know the characters better. My favorite character in THIS novel however was Emma, which I don’t think she’s supposed to be anyone’s favorite so read into that how you will. Simi and Jack, in my opinion, are the epitome of a relationship that needs adrenaline and adventure in order to be sustained. Their lust for each other during really inopportune moments was kind of irritating to me. They would be in the middle of making an important decision for the heist and then Jack and Simi would be distracted, wanting to get it on right then and there.

Speaking of the heist plot, I don’t understand how this crew got anything done when they would argue for 20 minutes about the plan every single time. I understand they’re a “rag tag” team but come on guys. They got lucky 90% of the time and didn’t really do much themselves.

I did however enjoy the banter throughout the friend group and the found family they created. I definitely didn’t see the plot twist at the end coming and my jaw was on the floor! For my first heist romance book, I enjoyed myself but it also took me a long time to read because I wasn’t fully locked in till around 50% of the way through.

Thank you again to Sara and her team, and I hope to get another chance to read an ARC in the future!

This was a fun second book in this series, but it seemed to be missing something that the first book, To Have and to Heist, had which made it a bit of a let down for me. I can’t quite put my finger on why this one felt different, it might have been my mood, but I would still recommend this one especially if you have read the first book.

Simi is back in full force and is struggling to keep not only her business afloat, but her relationship with Jack from quickly sinking. I still really liked Simi in this next book. I like how quickly she can think up a plan when the last one totally went off the rails. I also like her relationship with Chloe, her best friend and with her family. But it was her relationship with her crew that is really what makes me like her so much. She is just so loyal to them and will do anything to keep them from harm.

We got to learn a lot more about Jack’s past in this one, which really rounded him out nicely as a character. He to, will do anything to protect the ones he loves and cares about, and sometimes this gets him into trouble. I really do like the chemistry between him and Simi. They really click together as partners both in crime and in bed. Some nice steamy, hot sex scenes in this one, that were not overly graphic.

I think one of the things that I didn’t like about this one is that we didn’t see as much of the secondary characters as I would have liked. There was still some great banter between them all, but if you hadn’t read the first book, you would feel no connection with these characters. There was just a bit too much focus on Simi and Jack and not enough on the heist or other characters. But there was a new addition to the crew, Simone, who is in the first book but now is a more central character, who I really enjoyed and I loved how she worked with the rest of the group.

The plot was well done and nicely paced. I did like the whole set up for the heist and loved how they found themselves chasing the necklace all over the east coast. The banter between the characters was a lot of fun and I really enjoyed seeing them all work together. There are some great plot twists that were a lot of fun even when I knew they were coming.

This was a fun and cozy thriller with a great cast of characters. It could be a standalone, but I wouldn’t recommend it. You are much better off reading the first book, before picking this one up. The ending of this one does leave it open for a third book, which I am certainly going to keep an eye out for. Another great summer beach read, especially for those of you who have read the first book.

Simi Chopra and her team must retrieve a stolen diamond necklace from Jack Danger’s vengeful nemesis to appease a Chicago Mafia boss. Amidst this high-stakes mission, Simi grapples with relationship troubles, a rival thief, and a determined detective, making her heist even more perilous.

Til Heist Do Us Part is a sequel to To Have and To Heist, even though it’s not listed as such on Goodreads. To truly enjoy the book and understand the dynamics of Simi and Jack’s relationship along with the quirky side characters that make up the ragtag heist crew, it helps to have read the first book, as they frequently reference their initial heist. The romance here is more of a subplot. Despite its unrealistic elements, I found the book wildly entertaining and binge-worthy. I loved that the author continued to deliver amusing antics and funny characters. However, I didn’t care much for Simi and Jack’s second-chance romance, as I felt Jack's character development was lacking. I wished for more perspectives from Jack to understand him better. Overall, I found this to be an entertaining read and recommend picking it up if you enjoyed To Have and To Heist!

The plot was insane, and I loved it. I’ve never heard of a romance where they make a living doing heists. That’ added a thought of mystery and thrill to this story.

This is book two and why you *could* read it as a standalone, I hadn’t read the first one and felt behind. There was a lot I didn’t know and felt confused on, so I recommend reading it in order.

I also wanted more romance between Claire and Jack because there chemistry was explosive and wasn’t explored as thoroughly as I would’ve liked.

I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Going into this book, I was excited, as I'm always up for an Adventure Romance.  And this one does not miss a beat, with non-stop action pretty much from beginning to end.  But it was almost had too much for me.

I will back up by saying that going into this, I wasn't aware that this was part of a series (Goodreads doesn't indicate it as such), with To Have and to Heist being book one in the series.  The author did a good job of catching me up to speed with the couples featured in the book, but there are a lot of characters, each with their own side story.  So, it was a lot to take in.  Then you add all the action from this book, and my head was spinning.

As the title suggests, this book features some characters who make a living stealing valuable items.  Unsurprisingly, this is a competitive field and for the main character Jack, he is constantly trying to one up his rival, Clare (who he just so happens to have had a prior relationship with).  There is a lot of backstabbing and deception to try and get on top.  But Jack isn't on his own, and her cast of characters all play a significant role in the heist.

There is also a romantic element sprinkled in (not with Clare, to be clear), but it is a small part of the story.  And those brief moments actually seemed like the calmest part of the storyline.

Overall, while this book was entertaining, I would have pared down the sub plots from some of the characters, that made the story a bit overwhelming.

I went into this book not knowing that it was a sequel, whoops, but I still enjoyed it. I think it can still standalone because the story feels new and there was plenty of character introductions that I didn't feel lost or like I was missing something. Told in quasi-dual points of views, this book was written with very compelling language that kept me intrigued to keep reading. It was very cute, and end with an HEA but the epilogue hints at potentially another sequel. If that's the case, I'll definitely be back.

Much like the first one this was chaos in the best way! It was fast paced and silly and serious!! Everything was so complicated and well thought out! You’d think that since this heist team did this before they’d know what they’re doing this time around?? But of course not, and that’s sort of their thing!!

As always I LOVE SIMI! She is a girl after my own heart. She is honestly just a sad girl and she is trying so hard to be strong and stick up for herself!! And I love that she’s able to be with her family, she’s worked through some of the trauma. But that still carries over into her relationship with Jack! And while I do find Jack frustrating…..I think it’s MOSTLY because he’s still such a mystery! It’s so clear how much he loves Simi! SO CLEAR. But he also has a lot to work through.

But also Simi and Jack are SWEET! This time around they were working through her heartbreak and he was trying so hard to woo her!! And be cute and flirty and goofy and!! And so easily seducing her (successfully because really who can resist Jack)!! And she was trying to hard resist! Their banter is so good! And their chemistry is SO GOOD!

I was so happy to see everyone again! The crew is hilarious! Everyone has such a big personality but it doesn’t take up too much space?? It’s just so well balanced! Simone was an excellent addition to the crew this time around!!

Hopefully there’s more to come, cause I think I could read about them forever!!

Thanks to Berkley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

4/5 ⭐️
2/5 🌶️

I had not read the first book in this series when I got into the sequel. I didn’t feel like I was missing much, can be read as standalone, but lots of callbacks to the first one. So I would have liked to read the first before getting into this one if I could do it over. (For some reason I thought I’d already read it!! 🤦🏾‍♀️)

Simi and the gang are all a riot in their own ways. Love their dynamics and utter chaos! 😂 And LOVED the twist ending. I had an inkling of doubt about 2/3 of the way through but it still caught me by surprise, and I loved it!

The romance part of the book is very much secondary or even tertiary I’d say. It’s not a focus of the book and left a bit something to be desired in the romance department. But the comedy and heist aspect were great!!

If you are a fan of heists and whodunnit, you have to check the first book and this sequel out!! I couldn’t put it down and finished it into the early AM. It had me chuckling and rolling my eyes and in anticipation of what was gonna go wrong now!

Thank you to NetGalley for this eARC!

I loved this rom com that was involved heists. It give me grown up Heist society. So it gave me all the feels.

Book 2 in this heist series, and it was as funny and crazy and wholesome as the first book! I really love the found family dynamic in this series, and the romance and the banter are really cute. I believe there is to be another book? I am so frickin excited for it!

-- ty to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy!

"Til Heist Do Us Part by Sara Desai is the ideal combination of romance, mystery, and thrills. This action-packed heist story immediately captivated me from the very first page with its exciting blend of romance and suspense. The chemistry between the characters adds an extra layer of excitement to this fun and engaging caper.

I feel bad that I've been in such a reading slump because I haven't been able to care about a lot of these anticipated releases like this one. I really wanted this one to be the one to break the slump, but unfortunately, this wasn't it for me.

*Thank you to Berkley and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for my honest review*

IT'S HEIST TIME, BABY!!! Simi and Jack are back, rekindling their romance while they hunt down yet another diamond to steal. But this time, there's a mafia boss and sexy new nemesis to deal with. We're getting the crew back together (for the most part), planning and scheming, and of course... getting totally fucked over halfway, because that's the name of the game. While I missed having Rose on board, Simone was a fun replacement. I thought that the subterfuge in this book was amazing, be it on our team's end or against them. Really just impossible to put down, as is the standard with Sara Desai's heist books.

That ending was freaking phenomenal and I'll continue to be obsessed with this series until the end of time. (Also the devastation that there isn't a third book in the pipe yet.... Ugh)

A very fun follow-up to Desai's To Have and to Heist, this is another heist story featuring Simi Chopra, Jack Danger, and the ragtag crew they pulled together for the heist of the diamond necklace in the previous book. Simi and Jack are on the outs because he's never around, always traveling for his mysterious job despite his promises to Simi, and she's trying to focus on her event planning business which has somehow become a funeral planning business. Simi and her crew have basically all used their substantial cuts of the reward money from recovering the necklace, which presents a problem when a Chicago Mafia boss demands that they return the necklace to him. Unfortunately, the jewels are now in possession of one of Jack's exes/colleagues, and now Simi, Jack, and their crew have to work with her on a big con to rob a billionaire. If you liked the first book, you'll like this one - it has a similar zany vibe with the romance (maybe a bit spicier than I remember from the first book?) weaving into a complex, Ocean's 8/11/13 type heist plot. A fun read overall. Content warning: death.

Another great, fast paced, tale of a rag tag group of common people turned thieves. A quick paced, easy to follow and perfect sequel!

i didn't like the first one of this series, but i thought that i would give this one a try and was still disappointed. the plot just did not do it for me and either did the romance

*NO SPOILERS HERE*

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️/5

Main Themes Of This Story:
- Second chances
- Mission impossible
- Supportive BFF
- Realistic
- Lovable characters
- Banter 💯💯💯
- Adventure
- Mystery/Crime

What I Loved: Tons of crime, mystery, and drama in this book! Absolutely loved it, not only for the plot, but the most lovable characters. Sara Desai swiftly creates a compelling story that keeps you wondering who did it until the end. There was so much sexual tension, intense conflict, and a shocking ending to the plot. Let’s not forget a great push at the end for the next book which I am excited for. She definitely did not spare any steaminess for another day in this book, there was plenty to go around.

What I Didn’t Like:
There was a part in the book a jump from ch. 26 to 27, I feel that it left out some of the story. But then I see it all come together. Although this is done in television, I think in books it just leaves the mind to imagine what happened and this did not sit well with me because of it being a crucial moment in the book.

Good/Bad Ending: Great ending with hint of next book in series

Best Chapter: 29 😅

Vibes: Fast and Furious (Movie), Bonnie & Clyde, Sopranos (TV Show), Sons of Anarchy (TV Show), We’re The Millers (Movie)

Additional Thoughts: Keep in mind that this book is not a stand-alone read, but can be read as a stand-alone in my opinion because I did not read the first book in the series. at the start of the book, I was confused but was able to put two and two together because of the writer's ability to tell the story well without needing to have read the first book in order to understand this story.

Special thanks to the Publisher and the Author for providing a complimentary digital Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) of this novel via NetGalley. This is my fair, honest, and personal review. All opinions are mine alone and were not biased in any way.