I was so happy to receive an ARC for this book, I've never read anything like this before! I enjoyed the concept so much and it's definitely made me want to read more magical realism. The town of Carson's cove was described so perfectly, it reminded me a lot of Gilmore Girls or One Tree Hill. This feel-good small town romance gave me all the feels! I love the friends to lovers trope but I do wish there was a couple more heart-felt moments because towards the end their story felt a little rushed. Pick this up if you want the perfect dose of 2000's nostalgia!

I loved this book so much! The concept of being transported into the tv show plot was so unique. Brynn and Josh had such great chemistry with each other. I loved how as the story went on, Brynn realized her favorite characters were not all she thought they were. This one had great banter, amazing chemistry, sweet moments, and the perfect dose of magic.

sigh. i was so so sooo excited to receive an ARC for this book because I loved This Spells Love, it was one of my favorite reads last year. and i expected to love this book as much as the other. sadly, i was very disappointed. this book took me almost a week to get through. it didnt really do anything for me. i thought the wishes and alternate reality situation in Carson's Cove was super cool but everything else fell flat. i felt like Brynn and Josh had ZERO chemistry. They were just kind of thrown together and then fell in love in like 2 days?? it was so slow none of the characters stood out out to me, not even the side character. Except Luce, she was okay. i just wan't looking forward to finishing it or seeing where it went. and when Brynn got back i feel like Josh wasn't even excited. i also love witty banter but this did not and the only funny thing was the fact they couldnt cuss. overall, was not favorite. 3/5 thank you random house and net galley for this e arc in exchange for my honest review.

I was not a huge fan of the storyline. I found it weird that she was a huge fan of this obscure show and then had to go into the show.

This book was really different from anything I’ve read in awhile, and I mean that in a positive way. The plot of this was unique but also very predictable, just like your favorite sitcom. I liked Brynn and Josh and enjoyed their chemistry but there wasn’t enough of it. It makes sense plot wise but the focus on Brynn (Sloan) and her TV boyfriend, Spencer, really took away from the romance with Josh. Also Sheldon gave me the creeps…

This book had me from the dedication. If you want to take a second from reality and step into your favorite 90s/00s teen drama then this is the book for you. To get a chance to live in a town you only got to experience through your screen, this book gives you that nostalgia feeling. I only wish it came with the forehead kisses from Pacey (Dawson’s Creek).

Thank you to Dial Press Trade and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of "Prime Time Romance" by Kate Robb in exchange for my honest review.

"Prime Time Romance" was an absolute delight! It transported me back to my high school days, reminiscent of watching One Tree Hill with friends every Wednesday. The magical twist of Brynn and Josh ending up in her favorite sitcom was a brilliant touch.

I found myself completely immersed in the story, not wanting it to end. Brynn's character was wonderfully relatable, especially as she learned that life doesn't have to be perfect and to expect the unexpected in love and life. The book's nostalgic nods to the 90s and 2000s, combined with its whimsical and adventurous spirit, made for an incredibly enjoyable read.

Overall, "Prime Time Romance" is a fun, adventurous, and heartwarming story that I highly recommend!

Magical realism, early 200's the drama nostalgia and a small-town romance what more could you ask for? This was simply adorable. I was a big fan of Kate Robb's first book This Spells Love and this book is an incredible sophomore book. We meet Brynn who like most of us has her favorite comfort show and Josh her roommate who is a bartender. They end up magically in the town where her favorite show is based and have to play out a new ending. It has whimsy and so many fun easter.eghs.and nods to shows we loved in the 90s and early 200s. A must read!

Kate Robb knows how to craft a love story! If you are a fan of the classic soapy 90s and 00's teen romance shows, this is the epitome of that! I loved the character arc's for our two leads, Josh and Sloane. It was the perfect escapist romance. There is magic in her writing on every page, with humor and emotion pouring out of every word!

How cute was this rom-com?! I was looking foward to reading Kate Robb’s sophmore novel, and this did not disappoint.

The idea of this novel is so original and straight out of my early 2000’s high school dreams. The whole notion of how we are terrified of failure in a relationship, and sometimes we just wish we could be in our favorite tv show rings so true.

I really enjoyed reading this one; a fun take on the expectations of happily ever after that we all have.

Thank you to Netgalley and Random House Publishing Group for this ARC; all opinions are my own.

Thank you to NetGalley, Kate Robb, and the publishers for allowing me access to the e-Arc.

4.5 stars

There was something just so comforting and nostalgic about this book. I adored the romance between the main characters. I loved the fact that the FMC was a divorced twenty-nine-year-old turning thirty. Our main characters get sucked into a 2000s teen soap. I thought this was such a cool concept. I’m so glad that I got to read it. I can’t wait to read more by Kate Robb.

I highly recommend it!

I really enjoyed this book. The story captured me immediately. When it veered into the realm of a sitcom, I started becoming skeptical, but I must say, the author did an excellent job keeping me engaged and I devoured this book! The dialogue was cute and whitty.
This is my first Kate Robb book, and may I say, it will definitely not be my last. It is always so nice to come across a new author who's writing is captivating.
Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for the ARC of this book.

This was such a sweet and fun romcom, and I had a great time reading it. The nostalgia factor of the early 2000s teen drama series setting was so cool, and I loved the whole “what happens after the series finale” vibe. Then, mixing that with two main characters who were unwillingly plucked from their regular lives in present day Toronto created a really interesting dynamic and the perfect stage for some classic teen drama level mayhem.

The book is packed with nostalgia, easter eggs, and references to iconic moments from early 2000s television. The story leans into the cheesy melodramatic style we all know and love in the best way possible and uses it as the backdrop for a great romance and a journey of personal discovery and growth.

This might be a good pick for you if you’ve ever wondered what happened after the last credits rolled at the end of your favourite series, and it might also remind you that you should be careful what you wish for (Please forgive that cliché, it’s totally the vibe, I promise).

I loved Kate Robb’s first book and was so excited to get an e-arc of this one. Sadly, lightning didn’t strike twice with her sophomore release for me.

The book’s premise had a lot of promise but the characters along with the way things played out fell flat. So much so that I put the book down for over a month before coming back to it.

What I can say is that I was invested just enough to want to know how things ended and committed to finishing the book.

Thank you Netgalley and Random House Publishing Group for this ARC.

Brynn is newly divorced and finds comfort in the nostalgia of her favorite teen drama, Carson’s Cove. She makes a birthday wish and is transported (along with her roommate Josh) into the fictional world of Carson’s Cove as two of the main characters.

I really enjoyed Kate Robb’s debut so I had high hopes for this one! It should have worked for me- magical realism combined with 90s/2000s nostalgia should be a home run. However, it just was lacking in romance, small town charm, and the charismatic Pacey-like main character I was hoping for. Lots of side plots and characters made the romance seem secondary and hard to get into. Ultimately I loved the concept more than the execution, but I will still read the author’s future work!

Thank you to Kate Robb, Dial Press, and Netgalley for the arc and opportunity to be an early reader and reviewer.

This book left me wanting more. It could have used more romance for sure! I loved the early 2000s vibe - so nostalgic!

Carson's Cove used to be the it show. Think Dawson's Creek but with even more complicated and animated plots that usually have a happy ending. Pop's Diner gave me the Peach Pitt vibes of 90210. It's no wonder Brynn was completely obsessed with this show. It gave her a sense of peace knowing each episode had a happy ending which didn't match her real life, sadly. Brynn is recently divorced and her 30th birthday is here. She decides the best way to spend the hours going into her 30th birthday is to watch some Carson's Cove, even though the show never made it back for a 6th season to show how things ended. Cliff hanger with no ending.

Josh is Brynn's roommate who is a bartender at a hot spot location. He didn't want Brynn commuting home alone so he left work early that night to go with her. He decides to watch the show with her and a knock at the door happens. He opens it to find a mystery man with a birthday cake for Brynn. Weird but she takes the cake because who doesn't want birthday cake right?

Brynn and Josh are in for a huge surprise when they wake up in Carson's Cove, but 15 years after the finale. They are selected to give the show the ending it deserves. Brynn is Sloane and Josh is Fletch who works at the family tavern. They have to find a way to give the show the ending it deserved. Sloane/Brynn knows that will be in the arms of Spencer. Or so she thinks. Josh is proving to be some pretty stiff competition!

Thank you @NetGalley for my copy to review! Thank you to @kate_robb_writes for writing this awesome book to relieve all the angsty teen soap dramas that I loved and was obsessed with!

When I read “This Spells Love” by Kate Robb, I immediately fell in love with her writing, and knew I just had to get my hands on whatever she writes. I could not contain my excitement when I was granted this ARC, and can definitely say that she’s done it again!

Imagine being transported to your favorite tv show, having to figure out how to live a completely different life (the life of your dreams, literally). But what if the life you thought you wanted, really isn’t what you actually want?
This magical rom-com is the perfect cozy read, and it’s filled with 2000’s nostalgia. The perfect friends-to-lovers, small town & magical realism.

Thanks NetGalley & Random House Publishing for this ARC! This book comes out 09/03/24 and I can’t recommend it enough!

I DNF @ 30%
I wanted to like this book so bad, but the whole concept and the way it was written felt very creepy to me.

Such an unusual idea! This is the first book I’ve seen with this storyline and it was such a joy to read. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and will be recommending!