I will start by saying that I am a sucker for a workplace romance so I knew that I would like this one right off the bat! Josie and Will are two characters that I just want to hug and I would read a million more stories about them!

First of all, thank you NetGalley for this arc.

I thought this read was cute! It was fun and lighthearted, and a well-written second chance romance.

I also thought the realness and communication between them was refreshing, and I definitely appreciated the lack of the third-act break up. And the chemistry chemistry between Josie and Will? 👌🏻✨

Clare Gilmore writes the way I want to write! I loved her first book and found Perfect Fit to be a delightful second book! I found the characters to be wonderfully complex and lovable. There was something so comfy in watching this second chance blossom. I really enjoyed it!

Single POV, Spicy, CEO x Consultant, Work Proximity, Second Chance, Ex-Best Friend's Brother, He Falls First

The character growth alone makes this book worth reading, Josie goes through so much and the way she slowly learns to slow down and appreciate the small moments is so relatable. I wish this had been a dual POV as I was dying to get inside of Will's head as he is such a dreamy MMC.

Perfect Fit was an excellent read for me. There was something about these characters I just fell in love with and I really did enjoy this book so much. Clare Gilmore has a really easy writing style to read and I thought the way she developed these characters was great. They were equally interesting on their own as they are together. This was fun and heartwarming and I found myself unable to put it down.

Many Thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for providing this ARC in exchange for my honest review!

A solid 3.5 stars - Will is the definition of golden retriever and one of the most supportive book boyfriends out there. I loved seeing the juxtaposition of his support and Josie's work burnout not as a savior moment but truly as a partnership. The author wove great female friendship conversations throughout that created solid supporting characters that were there for the story rather than just the romance. The high school friendship "break-up" was a bit hard to believe that it would last so long (or devolve in the way it did based on what happened) but the author did a great job making it a learning experience for them which is so rarely done.

Perfect Fit is a book I won’t be letting go of anytime soon. From the moment I saw the cover reveal, I knew I’d be captivated, and after reading the blurb, I was certain I’d fall in love. The story did not disappoint. I had been eager to read this author’s debut for a while, and I was fortunate enough to get an ARC, which only heightened my excitement. From the first chapter, I was hooked, especially by the heartfelt quotes and emotional moments that made my heart flutter. Will Grant quickly became my new book boyfriend—he’s charming, caring, and genuinely stole my heart.

The characters and relationships in this book were everything I could ask for. Josie, the protagonist, is a strong, driven CEO who is as down-to-earth as she is successful. Her journey of navigating stress, burnout, and her passion for her work made her feel incredibly relatable. I loved how she balanced vulnerability with strength, and her growth throughout the book was inspiring. The friendships, too, were beautifully written—especially Josie’s relationship with Camila and the emotional depth she shares with her ex-best friend Zoe. The romantic relationship between Josie and Will was equally captivating, built on open communication, mutual support, and undeniable chemistry. The way Will cares for Josie, both professionally and personally, is swoon-worthy.

Overall, Perfect Fit was everything I’ve been looking for in a romance, and it has quickly become one of my favorite reads of the year. The setting had an "Intern" movie vibe, with Josie’s love for her job and her determination to make it all work despite the pressures. Will was the perfect match—professional, funny, and irresistibly attractive. What really made this book stand out was the depth of the relationship between Josie and Will. Their honest communication and unwavering support for each other made their love story feel real and grounded. This book is a must-read for romance fans, and I can’t wait to see where this author takes us next.

WILL GRANT THE MAN THAT YOU ARE

This was a fun read, but most of what I loved about it boils down to: HELLO NEW BOOK BOYFRIEND. The (ex) best friend's brother trope -- with LOTS of male pining -- is very delicious to me!!!!

Sadly, the FMC had strong "pick me" energy and it was hard to invest in her journey. I am ALL for an unlikeable female character, but Josephine just came off as "not like other girls" and it really irritated me. I loved Will's character development and journey, but not Josephine's. And personally, I just don't really buy into (or enjoy) the conflict that a woman is simply TOO busy for love. Her career means is SO important that a relationship will completely derail it. I need a more compelling and high-stakes (to high reward) reason.

I did like the banter and the pop culture references throughout:

"You were Season One Conrad Fisher. You were Olivia Rodrigo's entire Sour album, on repeat. You were Ken when Barbie took away his mojo dojo casa house."

Overall, it wasn't my favorite read, but still enjoyed Will. I mean it.

Thank you to St. Martin's Griffin and NetGalley for the e-ARC in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. PERFECT FIT is out now.

(2.5 stars) Thanks, St. Martin’s Griffin, for the arc!

I have to say I expected from Claire GIlmore’s second novel, PERFECT FIT, after being a fan of her debut, LOVE INTEREST. The first book had me laughing out loud, interested in the love story, and rooting for the couple, while this had me wondering when it would be over. I didn’t DNF because I would be pulled back with my interest piqued, only to be disappointed. I finished it, but it won’t be memorable, where I still remember LOVE INTEREST from when I read it last year.

A PERFECT FIT has a strange type of insta-love in it. They already know each other, reconnect, and are suddenly hot and heavy again. Then there is all this back and forth because of her ex-best friend, his twin sister. It just wasn’t exciting. I was more interested in listening about her fashion business than her life. I honestly feel that it kept drawing me back in, and I should have just skimmed to the fashion parts with it and DNF the book.

I hope Gilmore’s next book is more entertaining, like LOVE INTEREST, because I enjoyed that one!

5 Stars!!!!!!
I didn't know what to expect with this one but I was so so so happy and loved this book. The main character, Josie, showed so much growth from being a severe workaholic who defend her self-worth by her work productivity to being able to take a break from work and enjoy life (with will grant). Such a deep story, I loved the flashbacks to the past and the relationship between Will and Josie and how it had developed. A fantastic book about the realities women face in work, love and in friendships. Would strongly suggest you pick this book up and I don't think my words can do it justice. Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the advanced reader copy :)

4 stars

I tend to stay away from anything #GirlBoss but Perfect Fit from Clare Gilmore called to me and I was pleasantly surprised. I love the characters (and could really empathize with mid-trip food poisoning/flu). I absolutely loved it!

A huge thank you to St. Martin's Press | St. Martin's Griffin, NetGalley, and Clare Gilmore for the advanced copy in exchange for my review

Oh I loved loved LOVED this one. I love the fated elements of Josie and Will knowing each other from childhood and the complicated relationship due to the one very important person in common they share. I loved their chemistry and I've thought about them every day since I finished this book. Will Grant, the man that you are!!!

OHHHHH I LOVED THIS ONE!

From the cover to the story to the characters - this one was a hit. I ESPECIALLY loved the chemistry written between characters - not only romantic, but the friendships as well. I was fully invested in this story and all of the players. What a fun read.

I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

I liked this one, but it did drag a bit in the middle. Slower paced than some romances. It had good elements, a fund story, good characters, chemistry between the main couple. Fun locations and settings, good boyfriend material.

I thoroughly enjoyed this second chance romance. Josie and Will knew each other as teenagers and their memories of a shared kiss and the fallout that ensued were not positive. They end up working together years later and their connection is still there. The characters had great chemistry and were so likeable. The writing flowed smoothly and the pacing was great. Overall a very entertaining read.

Unfortunately, I had to DNF this one as I wasn’t in the right headspace for it. It has a lot of promise, and I think it replay will be a wonderful read. I hope I can get back to it in the new year!

I thought this book was a delightful and fun romcom. I am grateful to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with both and ARC and ALC. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys romances. A beautiful story!

This is women’s fiction at its finest. A compelling, relatable protagonist who struggles with being a perfectionist and workaholic (raises both hands guiltily). Struggling because what she poured her whole life and self-worth and identity into… isn’t satisfying anymore.

And then she hits a man with her car.

3.5 ⭐️

For the most part, this book was light and fun - catch me SQUEALING over Will Grant and his flirty banter. Personally the girlboss hustle culture vibes were a miss for me, and the nods to social media were cheeky at first but became a bit much. Overall I still really enjoyed this though…until the last page, what was that?!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

This book was a bit of a mixed bag for me. There were definitely parts I loved, and then there were moments that just didn’t work for me. First off, the chemistry and tension between Josie and Will were chef’s kiss. The build-up between them had me hooked, and I loved seeing their connection grow. That part of the book was so well done, and I couldn’t put it down.

But then, there were a few things that really threw me off. I was kind of frustrated that the book never clarified what she was actually going to do with Revenant in the end. That left me hanging and a bit unsatisfied.

On the flip side, I really appreciated the resolution between Josie and Zoe. The way they worked through their issues and rebuilt their friendship was heartwarming and really added depth to the story.

So, overall, while I had some qualms with certain moments, I still really enjoyed the book for the emotional arcs and the tension between Will and Josie. If you're into that slow-burn chemistry and character growth, this one might just be worth it.