This was a cute rom com with a lot of fun tropes and likable characters. It wasn't particularly exciting and I found myself skimming some, but it was a solid addition to the genre.

I read an ARC of this book from NetGalley. All comments are my own.

This was a fun, easy read with a cute premise! 💻🌶️

Let's Call a Truce has slow burn tension and a lot of heart (and heat 🥵) to keep the story moving. The interactions between the two main characters were playful and banter-quick, and the writing was light and casual. Great if you’re in the mood for something low-stress!

Also, it was set in Orlando ☀️ which felt like a fun and fresh backdrop!

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Thank you to Netgalley, the author, and the publisher for the early ARC. 😊

All the banter with this one! Workplace romance and enemies to lovers is so fun and Amy nails it! Such a fun romance!

This is a good book. The two main characters are Juliana and Ben. Julianna has started a new job where Ben works. They dislike each other. They argue until one day. They don’t argue. Julianna’s boss ask Ben and her to start up a program for some interns. Their attraction grows. They each have issues but together they work them out and fall in love.

Let’s Call a Truce is a sexy, second-chance romance between two coworkers who dislike one another. Juliana unexpectedly discovers herself a widow with two kids who needs to restart her career and finds herself facing off with her surly coworker Ben dissing her. This starts their workplace animosity, until they’re suddenly forced to work together and find themselves calling a truce in order to ensure this career-making project is a success. The more they work together and finally get to know one another, the more they realize they have more in common than they originally thought and that their friction sparks romance. But when they have to leave their little work bubble, real life awaits, and only when they finally can be honest do they find their second chance at happiness. Full of heart, emotion, and charm, I found myself finishing this in just one sitting because of how captivating the story was.

love when a debut author storms onto the scene with a fabulous romance and Amy Buchanan does just that with Let’s Call A Truce! I loved this one so much! An easy five star read for me!

This enemies to lovers, workplace romance had the perfect balance between banter, tension, emotion and swoon. It’s sexy and witty and super entertaining. It’s a story of love after loss and all that comes with it. The baggage, the guilt, the excitement and the fear. It was sweet at times, spicy at times and very emotional throughout.

I love workplace romance with big city vibes and this checks all the boxes for me!!

Thank you to the author and Netgalley for a copy of this book. This was a fun read outside of my normal genre. I found it fun all the way through with likeable characters. Can't wait to read more by this author!

Juliana has recently lost her husband, and is trying to support her two young children through a heartbreaking change for their whole family. She starts a new job and feels a strong pull to a handsome face—until she hears him speak ill of her family.
Juliana and Ben are, frankly, boring. Juliana frequently behaves like a petulant child and doesn’t prioritize her children despite her constantly arguing that she does. The tension between them is great, but once they got together I was extremely bored. I also didn’t understand Ben’s feelings for her. She truly never gave him the time of day so it didn’t make sense to me that he put in so much effort for her. I hope for more from Amy Buchanan next time.

I received an ARC of this book awhile ago and finally did some catch up and it was a super cute one! I love an enemies to lovers, workplace romance and the added aspect of forced proximity and family/friend blending and a third act mix up all make this one a fun, sweet read. Everyone needs a Ben!

Workplace romance? Single parent romance? So much tension? Ok yeah sign me up

Ben and Juliana are coworkers who immediately get off on the wrong foot and continue to feud for 2 years. Until they both have to work on the same project. Now this is a romance and you can see where it’s going. Overall, I probably loved the side characters most of all. The daughters were fun and funny. The friends knew how to tease and bring out the best and worst in the MCs. I also liked how Juliana was adamant that Ben would never replace her dead husband. There was heart, there was spice, and there was a compelling romance. Can’t really ask for more

Amy Buchanan’s debut nails the perfect blend of humor, angst, and steamy chemistry in Let’s Call a Truce. Juliana’s journey from grief and self-doubt to reclaiming her confidence felt incredibly real and inspiring. Watching her stand up to Ben—who is equal parts infuriating and irresistible—kept me hooked from their first heated clash to their slow-burning romance.

The enemies-to-lovers trope is done so well here, with witty banter and emotional depth that made their evolving relationship feel genuine and earned. Ben’s charm and vulnerability beneath the boardroom bravado added layers that made me root for them even when they were at odds.

What really sets this book apart is how it handles the complexities of blending life, work, and parenting while navigating loss and new love. The balance between lighthearted moments and serious themes felt spot on, giving the story both heart and heat.

Overall, Let’s Call a Truce is a fresh, sexy, and emotional read about second chances that left me smiling and swooning. Highly recommend for fans of smart, office romances with real heart.

No office romance is complete without a desk scene 🙌

I loved getting to dig into Ben’s character with Juliana and feel that enemies to lovers transition. Being a working parent, especially one returning to the workplace, is challenge that makes Juliana’s character so relatable for so many women and it felt so good to see her recover and form those relationships.

This book also dives into a relevant and timely conversation about diversity in the workplace, and these scenes felt like such a triumph in shutting down racism that’s determined to keep systemic barriers in place.

Such a fantastic debut showing from Amy Buchanan, and I would definitely read more from this author!

You’ll Find —
Enemies to Lovers
Workplace Romance
Single Mom
He Falls First

Thank you so much to the author, St.Martin’s, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read!

Thank you to St. Martin's Press | St. Martin's Griffin and NetGalley for the ARC of this novel. I cannot say that I see many romance novels that focus on a widow and the unique struggles therein so this premise was a bit of fresh air in the genre. While this does fall into tropes, it never does so overwhelmingly and the way the plot progressed made sense for the characters and their choices. Everyone acted like a real person rather than only a character in a book. I would love to read something from this author again and would recommend others give this a try. 3.5 stars.

Thank you, St Martin's Press and NetGalley, for the advanced copy of Let's Call a Truce.

Oh my goodness! I loved this one so much! Our FMC was doing her best to provide for her family while also having a life and staying true to herself. Our MMC was EVERYTHING. This kept me smiling and giggling. I can't wait to see what Amy Buchanan releases next!

Office enemies, desk-clearing kisses, and a heroine rediscovering her strength—what’s not to love? Amy Buchanan’s debut is witty, angsty in all the right places, and full of heart. Juliana and Ben’s chemistry sparks from page one, and their slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers journey is as satisfying as it is swoony. 💖💖💖

This book perfectly blends sharp humor, emotional depth, and the kind of sizzling slow-burn chemistry that keeps you turning the pages or sneaking extra audiobook listens whenever possible. I both read the ebook and listened to the audiobook, which definitely enhanced the experience.
Juliana is a wonderfully relatable heroine—smart, strong, and trying to rebuild her life after heartbreak. Her journey, both as a mother and a woman rediscovering her worth, felt incredibly real and emotionally grounded. Ben, on the other hand, had me fuming and swooning in equal measure. Their banter is electric, the tension delicious, and when that truce finally breaks into something more? Pure romance magic.
The audiobook elevates the experience even more. The expressive narration adds an extra layer to the characters, with the narrator capturing the emotional nuance, the snark, and the tender moments beautifully. It’s a perfect pick for listeners who love witty contemporary romance with just the right touch of angst.
Fans of workplace rivals-to-lovers, strong single moms, and books that balance heat with heart will love this one. I laughed, I blushed, I rooted for every hard-won moment of connection between Juliana and Ben.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

What happens when workplace enemies are forced to call a truce… and sparks fly?

Amy Buchanan’s Let’s Call a Truce is a rom-com that delivers more than just flirty banter and awkward coffee runs—it offers heart, growth, and an authentic look at grief, healing, and second chances. If you're in the mood for a story that balances laughs with real emotional stakes, this one deserves a spot on your TBR.

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After the unexpected death of her husband, Juliana finds herself back in the workforce after years as a stay-at-home mom. But her return isn’t exactly smooth—especially when she overhears her coworker Ben criticizing her lack of experience and work ethic. Determined to prove him wrong, she throws herself into her job, sparking an unspoken feud between them that lasts two years. When they're finally forced to team up on a high-stakes project, the tension shifts—and so does their dynamic.

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When you think of a rom-com, you generally expect something light and easygoing, but Let’s Call a Truce surprised me in the best way with its emotional depth and layered storytelling.

The witty banter between Juliana and Ben had me grinning and kicking my feet like I was watching my favorite rom-com unfold on screen. Their back-and-forth was electric, filled with laugh-out-loud moments and just the right amount of slow-burn tension.

What really stuck with me was the honest portrayal of grief and reinvention. Juliana’s journey, from mourning her husband to reclaiming her independence and identity, was moving and beautifully written. As a single mom trying to navigate both her career and her personal life, her struggles felt deeply real and relatable.

If I had one complaint, it’s that the feud between Juliana and Ben consistently veered into the overly petty, but even that added to the charm. Their rivalry had a humorous edge that made their eventual connection feel even more satisfying.

Enemies-to-lovers isn’t always my favorite trope, but this book is definitely one of the ones to make me a convert. Let’s Call a Truce is heartfelt, hilarious, and unexpectedly poignant. If you love workplace romances with a side of sass and soul, this one is well worth picking up.

ARC Disclosure
Thank you so much to St. Martin's Press and the SMP Influencers program for sending me a physical copy of this book to read and review, along with a branded chapstick. This does not affect or influence my opinion of the story.

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I will never be able to resist an enemies to lovers x second chances x forced proximity book.

I loved Juliana and her girls. If I have one weakness it is the single mom trope. Who am I kidding? I love the single parent trope in general.

I loved Ben and his all-in attitude and his smirks.

Overall, I liked this book and can’t wait to read other books by Amy.

A lovely take on the enemies to lovers trope in an office setting! I loved following Julianna as she navigated life, and the tension between her and Ben!

This book started off as a slow burn for me, but wow, was it worth the wait. Initially, I found myself frustrated with the dynamic between the leads, but as the story unfolded, everything clicked into place, and each unexpected twist made the journey so much more rewarding. The chemistry between the characters was off the charts, and the themes of friendship and family among the supporting cast were a delightful surprise. Buchanan did a fantastic job of making me truly care for the characters she brought to life. Definitely worth the read.