I was excited to read this because the concept sounded so cute and I love Night at the Museum. Unfortunately, I found out pretty quickly that this wasn't the book for me. They jump right into some over the top "spice" in chapter 3. There wasn't anything in the description that would suggest that, but I guess most books are full of that now and I should just assume. I don't mind some of that but to just go right into that with zero build up that early in the book was too much. I'm sure some people will love it though. I'm giving a neutral rating since I DNF.

This was a whimsical and cozy read filled with time travel, romance, and even magic. I paired the book with audio and loved diving into the story this way.

*many thanks to Berkley Romance and Netgalley for the gifted copy for review

This is a cute and cozy story, a lovely little way to pass an evening or afternoon with some adorable characters and a nice happy ending

A delightfully quirky and sizzling romance with just the right amount of magic. Her Knight at the Museum kept me on my toes. Time travel, curses and romance?! Yes please! While I did really enjoy this book, the insta love trope isn't my favorite, and boy did Emily and Griffin get spicy quick.
The plot is over the top and campy, and knowing that going in made it all the better.
I'll definitely pickup future releases from Donovan.

This book was such a wild, whimsical ride, and I had so much fun with it! I mean, a cursed medieval knight coming to life in modern-day Chicago? Yes, please.

Griffin was equal parts charming and hilariously out of touch, and watching him fumble through the 21st century (while falling head over heels for Emily) totally melted me. The banter was great, the chemistry was there, and I loved the blend of magic, romance, and chaos.

was in a silly goofy mood when i decided to read this… and it didn’t disappoint! such a fast, fun, mind-numbing read (i mean that in the nicest way!) with a surprisingly decent amount of spice! like a 2.5-3/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️

(Thank you, Berkley, NetGalley, and the author for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.)

This was so surprisingly delightful! I knew this would be a fun and funny read, but it was also very smart, heartfelt with just the perfect amount of spice! I love how the story addresses the very real concerns that many would have about historical illness and modern vaccinations that don’t always get talked about in time travel stories. It actually felt like there was real world consequences for the magical hijinks. I will definitely be reading this one again!

This was a sweet and spicy rom-com that I didn't know I needed. A knight frozen in a curse and the modern woman who wakes him up. I love a time-travel story and this was kind of a twist on that. The romance was sweet.

I wanted to love it, but it fell short. I do believe that this mostly has to do with me reading it during a massive reading slump, however, the idea was pretty solid. I just wish the execution was better.

I really wanted to like the book, but I found it a bit too cheesy and insta-lovey for me. The premise is very clever and it was fun to see how it was explained how Griffin ended up as a statue, and then his exploring modern life once freed.
I struggled to empathize with Emily, as it felt like her happiness really depended on having a man love her.
The ending wrapped things up in a way that suited the story line.

Thanks to Berkley for the eARC; all opinions are my own.

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I really enjoyed the fantasy piece of this book and having a statue come alive was kind of fun because it was a new idea, but unfortunately this book is riddled with insta-love and that's just not my thing.

I would recommend this book to anyone who really enjoys that trope and loves the idea of people being soulmates. This book strongly delivers those ideas and would be perfect for that type of reader!

Her Knight at the Museum has the feel of a Hallmark movie - fun, funny, sexy, emotional and a good time.

Emily Porter, an art curator and recent divorcee, is tasked with restoring a statue of a medieval knight. What she wasn't expecting was said Knight coming into her dreams and spicing them up a bit (if you know what I mean 😉).

As it turns out the statue (Griffin) has been cursed by an enchantress and trapped as a statue for centuries. Emily has the power to set him free. Once free Emily is tasked with hiding Griffin (because you know...art theft), and turning him into a modern man.

This is a slightly cheesy book with the instalove trope, but I truly enjoyed it. If you are a fan of the recent Jo Segura adventure books or Kerry Rea's Jewel of the Isle, I think you will like this one!

Her Knight at the Museum follows Emily, an art conservator who has just gotten over her recent divorce and is looking forward to starting over at a new museum. When she is assigned to work on documenting and revitalizing a new statue, Emily is instantly enraptured by the historical knight to the point where she dreams of him at night. When she goes to work the next day, Emily is shocked to find that everything from her dream was real and she may be able to help him come to life.

This was such fun and quirky read! While a little bit campy, the romance and story were so sweet and humorous. I loved that Griffin was so chivalrous and bright, his reactions to modern life and love were comical. The chemistry between him and Emily was palpable, the contrast of Griffin's historical tone and upbringing worked so well with his unabashed desire for Emily and her love; the man was completely enamored. Overall, this is a very lighthearted and entertaining read full of humor, history, steam, and so many fun happenings; I highly recommend it!

Bryn Donovan’s Her Knight at the Museum is an absolute treat for romance lovers, blending history, magic, and heartfelt emotion into a captivating story. With a fresh and imaginative premise, this novel sweeps readers into a world where the past and present collide in the most enchanting way.
The chemistry between the protagonists is undeniable, and their journey is filled with charm, humor, and just the right amount of tension. Donovan’s writing is beautifully descriptive, making every scene—whether set in the modern-day museum or moments of historical wonder—feel vivid and immersive. The blend of romance and adventure keeps the pages turning, and the emotional depth of the characters makes their love story all the more rewarding.
Fans of time-slip romances, strong heroines, and swoon-worthy heroes will absolutely adore Her Knight at the Museum. It’s a delightful escape, brimming with heart and magic, and a perfect read for those who love a little history with their happily-ever-afters. Highly recommended!

DNF pretty early on. The execution of this is pretty cringey in my opinion. I didn’t realize there was literally a talking statue in the book. Thanks anyway for the ARC.

It was definitely a bizarre and absurd premise but personally, it was still worth reading. I was very entertained by it and I thought the writing was done well. Even though the story was kind of insta-love, the author does it well and it was a good lighthearted romance.

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing Company for this Advanced Readers Copy of Her Knight at the Museum by Bryn Donovan!

Seriously this reminded me of Crocodile Dundee crossed with Night at the Museum. All his I’ve never seen this before in addition to springing to life.

A little bit campy and definitely offbeat. But I mean that in the best way.

There is great chemistry between the two. And would you believe me if I mention this is both touching and spicey? Who knew that combination was a thing? I liked how much they ended up caring for each other and on the other hand, I loved her spicey dreams that came true.

I didn't have enough time to fall in love with the characters or root for them before we immediately moved into romance. I thought it moved too quickly and it lost me before I really had time to commit to the premise.