I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

I loved everything about this book. The story, writing, and the narrator was all so good! I fell in love with these characters and didn’t want the story to end!

Katherine did it again. What fun characters. They female protaganists are always so whimsical and flighty in the best ways. They aren't the perfect girl saying the perfect thing, and so I relate to them greatly. I foundt the writer to writer plot so interesting, and I enjoyed their back and forth experiences together as they tiptoed around each other. I loved it.

Katherine Center is one of the best when it comes to writing such relatable and loveable characters with a sweet romance and storyline that is full of emotion. Her books will have you laughing out loud one moment, and tearing up the next.

The Rom-Commers was one of my most anticipated reads this year, and I loved it!

Emma Wheeler is a romantic comedy enthusiast who knows all about what makes a great rom-com. She’s been writing romance stories for years, and had dreams of becoming a screenwriter, but put her desires on hold to care for her dad who needs around the clock care.

When the stars align, and she’s asked by a friend who represents famous screenwriter Charlie Yates, to be his ghost writer, Emma decides to take the chance of a lifetime to help fix the story Charlie has written, and bring on the next romantic comedy together.

The only catch is that she must go out of her comfort zone, and travel to LA for the next six weeks to live and work close to Charlie.

Filled with such fun banter, great chemistry, well developed characters, and an emotional storyline that gripped me right away, I couldn’t help but fall in love with The Rom-Commers.


𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧
-celebrity romance
-enemies to lovers
-grumpy x sunshine
-great banter
-well developed characters
-Hollywood/classic Rom-Com movies
-self discovery
-forced proximity

🎧I paired the book with the audiobook, and loved the narration by Patti Murin, who captures the emotions so well. I’ve come to know her voice and performance from a few of Katherine’s previous books, and was delighted to see her narrate The Rom-Commers as well.

*many thanks to St Martin’s Press and Macmillan Audio for the gifted copy for review

Katherine Center is a master of sweet, clean, romance novels and I love her dedication to sharing stories about love and hope. The Rom-Commers is another fun, lighthearted read, full of fun banter and a witty heroine that’s easy to adore. This was definitely a slow burn, but full of laughs and fun, so it never felt like the story was dragging. I also LOVED the Jack Stapleton and Hannah cameos (from The Bodyguard ❤️). The narration was another excellent performance from Patti Murin 👏

Read if you enjoy:
🎭 Romcoms (duh 😂)
🎭 Opposites Attract
🎭 Strong FMC
🎭 Close Families
🎭 Forced Proximity
🎭 Grumpy x Sunshine

Katherine Center can do no wrong in my opinion. This book was excellent and have recommended it to my book clubs and on my social media accounts. At one point, I d LOVE a dual narration.

Thank you to @netgalley and @Stmartinspress for a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. Thank you to @macmillian.audio for a free download of the audiobook.

The Rom-commers by Katherine Center is another delightful addition to Center’s collection of heartwarming stories. As an auto-buy author for me, Center never disappoints, and this book is no exception. It’s a perfect blend of humor, romance, and emotional depth that feels like a big hug.

What I Loved:
Character Development: Center excels at creating well-developed characters that you can’t help but fall in love with. The protagonists, Emma and Charles, are relatable and multi-dimensional, with their personal growth and evolving relationship feeling authentic and deeply moving.
Engaging Plot: The storyline is both fun and thought-provoking, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers engaged. The mix of romance, personal challenges, and the dynamics between the characters make for an enjoyable read.
Emotional Resonance: Center’s stories always have a way of touching the heart. The themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery are beautifully woven into the narrative, making it a deeply satisfying read.

Audiobook Experience:
Narration: The audiobook, narrated by the author herself and Patti Murin, adds an extra layer of depth to the story. The narrator’s ability to convey the characters’ emotions and personalities enhances the listening experience, making it easy to get lost in the story.

Overall, The Rom-commers is a beautifully written and emotionally resonant romance that will appeal to fans of contemporary love stories. Katherine Center delivers a story full of love, laughter, and heartfelt moments, making it a perfect read (or listen) for anyone who enjoys a deeply emotional romance.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It struck a perfect balance between being fun and realistic. The characters were likable and relatable, with a depth that added richness to the story. I felt genuinely invested in their journey, which is a rarity for me in romance novels. I also appreciated the restraint regarding more explicit content; while the chemistry between the characters was palpable, the narrative didn’t rely on excessive intimate scenes. This is my favorite work by this author to date.

DMF because I didn’t have enough time to read it, not because it wasn’t interesting! Katherine Center first captivated my interested with The Bodyguard and held on to it with a tight grip when she wrote Hello, Stranger. Her books just have that something special

Thank you to NetGalley and MacMillan audio for the advanced audiobook.

The Rom-Commers is a heartwarming story of two people overcoming traumatic pasts. One of them believes wholeheartedly in love, while the other needs a lot of convincing. They meet while trying to fix a screenplay for a romantic comedy.

The first half of the book was cute and funny. The pair have quite a few mishaps and there's a guinea pig to boot. As the story progresses, so does their relationship and their ability to open up to each other. The end of the books gave me all the feels.

There was a lot I wished for throughout the book and I did feel like it could have progressed much faster. One thing I felt was missing was either the male POV or at least more than a tiny hint that he was interested in her. At one point I doubted if this was a romance and that they were actually going to end up together. I really didn't feel the romantic chemistry between these two. So the grand gesture at the end kind of came out of nowhere for me, although I did love the gesture.

I wanted to fall in love with this book so badly. I've heard a million good things about the author, the cover is so cute and the premise is adorable. Unfortunately the characters just weren't my cup of tea.

My first book by Katherine Center but definitely won't be my last.
The Rom-Commers was such a fun ride. From the seamless storytelling to the great characters, the story hooked me from the very beginning.
I love the way Katherine Center takes time to build her characters and develop their relationship. The banter and the humor keep the story light, fun and entertaining. I also love her writing, such a bingable read!

I love all things Katherine Center and this was no exception! She is an author I can sell to any age who are looking for love and a great romance!

Emma currently writes great romcoms but she wants to be a screenwriter. Charlie Yates is a famous screenwriter who hates romcoms and failed to write a good one. When they are paired up to re-write the script, she thinks she's hit the jackpot. Until she meets Charlie, who doesn't even believe in love. Thrown together, will she be able to convince him of love and help him write a hit?

This is forced proximity and enemies to lovers. It is so much fun! Katherine Center came by our store and signed some and she was a delight! She will always be an auto buy author for me. I listened to this one and the audio was great!

I enjoyed the narration. The actors voice played well all the characters. The story was entertaining, fun, romantic, emotional and I was teary eyed a couple of times. Katherine Center’s stories are always interesting and fun. I highly enjoy her stories and I’m always looking forward to the next.

KATHERINE CENTER’S BOOKS HEAL!! I will stand by that statement until the end of time. There hasn’t been a KC book yet that has been anything less than extraordinary. Like many of her other books, The Rom-Commers is the perfect blend of awkward, hilarious, angsty, and swoony moments.

Emma is so easy to love from the get-go. I love that she was finally able to do something for herself. Her growth was so good and I love how she slowly broke down Charlie’s walls. When a closed off man crumbles for the woman he’s falling for?! Yes, yes, YES. KC one again expertly writes from a single POV, but you can so easily see how Charlie feels about Emma. There is so much of push and pull in this story and it’s absolutely delicious. The ending almost wrecked me. I had the privilege of reading this and listening to it and I loved it both times. Can’t recommend enough!!

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press and Macmillan Audio for gifted copies. My thoughts are my own.

Katherine Center is always a automatic addition to my reading lists. I was so glad to be given the opportunity to get early access for this one. She has such an ability to tackle big topics all the while creating a heartwarming but high-chemistry romances. Spectacular.

Another really great one from Katherine Center, I loved her last book hello stranger and this one was no different. Really looking forward to what ever she releases next! The narrator does a great job and the book is very well produced and really adds to experience.

3.5 stars
This was a cute story. Very writing focused as the main characters are screenwriters. The book also had some good banter.
It did feel like the side characters were more one dimensional which made the hardships and issues feel light and superficial. It did focus on the couple like most romances.
I enjoyed it still and had a fun time.
I enjoyed the audio and it felt like a fast read through audio.

*thank you Macmillan audio and NetGalley for an ALC in exchange for an honest review.

This is a weird review for me. I was so excited to receive The Rom-Commers audio book because I'm a huge Katherine Center fan. I was disappointed as I listened, as I didn't like it. Yikes. I couldn't believe. I thought some of the parts sounded cheesy and not believable. I didn't want to give up on the book because I have a history of loving Center's books. I decided to get on my long waitlist at my local library and read the book - and guess what??? I loved it. I made connections with the characters that I was unable to do with the audio version. My point being - don't give up on a book, just because you don't enjoy the audio version. I was glad I didn't with The Rom-Commers. 4 stars for the content/writing, 2 stars for the audio.

"The Rom-Commers" is in my Top 10 favorites for 2024.

Emma Wheeler is obsessed with romance stories. And while she longs to be a screenwriter, she knows there's no way she can be. She's the primary caregiver for her ill father, and there's no way she could leave to pursue her dreams.

At least, it seems that way until an incredible opportunity falls into her lap and her father and sister convince her that it's her turn to pursue her dreams. So, off she heads to LA to help her idol, the famous screenwriter Charlie Yates, fix an incredibly poor rom-com screenplay he's written.

But before she can begin to fix what he's written, she needs to understand why he even attempted it since he doesn't even believe in romance, and it's not his usual fare.

While Charlie wants nothing to do with her, Emma challenges him in a way that's new and refreshing to him. And soon they're working on the rewrite together. But the more time they spend together, the more they start to wonder if happily ever after might actually be possible.

I loved the characters and storyline for this book and would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys an enemies to lovers rom-com.

Thanks to Katherine Center, Macmillan Audio, and NetGalley for an advance review copy.

A rom-com about rom-coms it was so dang cute. Characters literally learning how to fall in love. There's emotions and laughs and it all wraps up in the best way. The audio is absolutely a must. Ate it up. The narration flowed so well with the story. It had me chuckling and hanging on to ever word.