I will always go hard for a Jasmine Guillory book! I really enjoyed her first venture into queer storytelling. Her writing style is so very good and it keeps you engaged and reading just one more chapter. I really liked both of the female mcs, although I could have done without the slut shaming (it's 2025 for gods sake, just let people have sex and be happy, it's all we got right now).

I love Jasmine Guillory's romance books. Her characters always have so much life and their personalities, including their personal histories, shine. I think this is her first queer romance, and the characters kinda fell flat for me. Avery is coming out of a break-up with her boyfriend Derek and now feels like she likes women. And then there is Taylor, a woman that tends to hit and quit it, frequently. Taylor is extroverted, charismatic, and all the queer women flock to her... so no is better than her to give Avery "flirting lessons" on the regular. They quickly become good friends, and then the chemistry comes soon after.

The thing that was lacking for me was more depth into the characters. Outside of the above, I never really got a feel for Avery or Taylor. What made Avery think women are her go-to love choice now? Why did Taylor not want a committed relationship? I have so many questions.

This didn't feel like JG book to me. Definitely some good parts, including humorous banter, but I really wanted to love these characters more.

I didn’t really enjoy this book, it’s not that anything was wrong with it, it more so wasn’t my speed. I loved the wlw rep but I didn’t agree with how the whole fake dating/teaching trope played out. This is my 2nd book by this author and I think it’ll be my last.

Flirting Lessons 💕🔥
By: Jasmine Guillory
Story: ✨ ✨ 2.8 /5
Narration: N/A

Thank you to Berkley Publishing Group and NetGalley for a an e-arc of this book. “

Avery, my friend, you’ve come to the right place. I’m going to teach you how to flirt.”

Taylor Cameron is a flirt. She leads girls on without committing to them. Everyone loves her, yet she hasn’t found the one who she wants to give her all to.

Well, that is until she meets Avery…

Avery is an uptight over-thinker. She has a hard time approaching people. These people especially include those she wants to date. If only she knew someone who could show her how…

When Taylor’s friend Erica bets her that she can’t stay celibate until the end of the summer, she knows it’s a challenge she cannot fail. After spotting Avery at a Napa Valley winery, she desperately wants to stick to the bet. Yet, there’s just something about her.

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What did I think of this book? See below for my Final Sip ☕️:

Let’s be very clear - Jasmine Guillory is one of my favorite feel good authors. I enjoy the flow of just about every story she writes. However, for some reason, the suspense of this one fizzled quickly. I found myself putting it down in search of random tasks so often, I ultimately had to put it down for good. Despite not attaching to this title, I will still be on the lookout for her next.

Okay this was adorable! I have never read a Queer love story but I trust Jasmine Guillory with my reading life. I fell in love with Avery and Taylor. Although you knew they would end up together it was a cute and flirty story to follow!

Taylor is a flirt, majorrrr flirt and her friends think she can’t just be cordial with someone. When she agrees to be Avery’s flirting coach we already know where it will end up!

Loved the backdrop of Napa, the jobs they had, and the minor characters who made up the friend group! Dancing lessons!?! Ugh the slow burn I needed.

Super appreciative of NetGalley for the opportunity to read this early! I def recommend:)

Guillory is one of the greats in romance novels today. She respects all the critical tropes of the genre, but always adds in twists and writes characters that feel distinct.

Cute concept, likable characters, lots of diversity (and it doesn't feel gratuitous). It didn't exactly stand out or stay with me, but it was a fun read.

I wasn't enjoying this book enough to get a good start on it, much less finish it. I may try to pick it up again later.

For any Jasmine Guillory fans who always wondered if she was ever going to write a queer romance, you will be so happy with this one. It's 100% Guillory and 100% queer and it's a complete delight. I loved it!

Guillory’s first queer romcom is just as fun and steamy as her other books, and I loved it! After a bad breakup, Avery realizes she has no hobbies and no clue how to flirt—especially with women. Enter Taylor, a total flirt with a heartbreaker rep, who offers to teach Avery the ropes. Sparks fly, and even though their “lessons” start as just friends-with-benefits, it’s clear they’re dancing around something more. The writing had some awkward moments, and the characters could’ve had more depth, but overall, this was a flirty, fun, and salsa-spiced sapphic romance!

There is something SO GOOD about Jasmine Guillory’s writing!! Much like all of her books this was one absolutely wonderful. It was fun to be back in Napa!! And we got to see Margot and Luke a little bit! And Avery and Taylor were so much fun!! I loved how quickly they formed their little friendship and started their flirting lessons and how SEAMLESSLY they fell for each other!!

They both needed someone that was low risk, fun, and easy?!! And they did have so much fun! They learned so many things about themselves! watching Avery really find herself was so good!! She needed not only flirting lessons but she really needed a chance to find her place, a place she could really be comfortable and herself!! And I really loved watching Taylor go from a commitment phobe to a girl who had it BAD. She needed someone to really be on her side and be there for her. They were really so SWEET!

The communication was tough! They went into their relationship thinking it was going to be casual, which is fine, right? But when they started to age stronger feelings, starting thinking maybe things could change, that they could be in it for real…they just didn’t talk about it!!! I also struggled with the way Taylor’s friends kept talking about her…nothing they said was necessarily wrong?? But it was clear she was uncomfortable about it…and when Erica got in on it…hurt my heart! I WILL say I did like way Taylor and Erica’s story was written! (Even though I was hurting right along side Taylor, and then eventually Erica!!) When things change in a friendship it’s HARD! And you don’t always want to talk about it?? But also you SHOULD! The resolution was written so well too!

I will forever read anything Jasmine writes!!

Thanks to Berkley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

4.5 rounded up. I love Jasmine Guillory, and her sapphic debut is no exception! The eARC was a little weird so switching POV was hard, but otherwise I loved it.

I love this author so much—I’m a completist! Unfortunately, this didn’t work for me as it was just too predictable without the emotional heft of her previous novels. I’ll read the next one!

What a fun way to spend the week of Valentine’s Day, reading this adorable and funny romcom. This was not my first from this author, I’ve read a few of hers, but this was my first LGBTQ+ main focus book. And let me tell you, it was sexy! The chemistry between the characters was insane and everything was very sensual.

Not only was it sexy, it was fun and flirty and such a good time. I enjoyed the messaging throughout the book of confidence and speaking your mind. Going after what you want whether it’s relationships or career. This book was filled with strong independent women and I loved it.

Thank you @berkleyromance , @jasminepics , and @netgalley for allowing me early access to this in exchange for an honest review!

ARC Review: Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory
Pub Date: April 8

Thank you to @berkleyromance for the early #gifted copy of this book! All thoughts and opinions are my own and I am leaving this review voluntarily. #berkleypartner

This one started off a little rough for me - I had a hard time connecting to the characters and adjusting to the writing. But ultimately I'm really glad I stuck with the book because I ended up enjoying it a LOT more than I thought I would! I really liked the concept of the "flirting lessons" and actually think a lot of the tips would be genuinely helpful for people experiencing social anxiety and wanting to challenge themselves to branch out. I thought the characters had genuine chemistry with each other that really leapt off the page. The character growth from both Avery and Taylor throughout the book is wonderful to see and really believable. The book is pretty spicy and I loved it!

I've read one or two of Jasmine's book before but this has by far been my favorite so far! I highly recommend giving it a try. Supporting queer BIPOC books is incredibly important given the current state of the world/this country - reading is political my dear friends. Consider preordering this one to show publishers what kinds of books we want more of!

This was my first Jasmine Guillory book and I'm pleasantly surprised! I thought the characters chemistry leapt off the page and the romance was sweet and tender and slow even though this is very sexy. The stakes could have been higher for me and some early scenes felt a little slow, but I definitely recommend this if you like a lower stakes romance with a lot of interpersonal and sexual tension.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It was a refreshing and captivating experience, and I found the writing to be both engaging and accessible. The story flowed smoothly, making it easy to stay connected to the plot and characters without feeling lost or overwhelmed. The author struck a perfect balance, keeping things interesting while still making the content feel approachable. Overall, it was a wonderful read, and I would definitely recommend it to others who are looking for an enjoyable and easy-to-digest book.

I had high hopes for this one. The cover is gorgeous and definitely caught my attention. Unfortunately, this one was underwhelming for me. I felt like the story and characters didn't have much depth. The story focused too much on the lessons and the friend situations and not enough on building the chemistry between Avery and Taylor.

Jasmine Guillory delivers a fun, flirty, and heartfelt sapphic romance in Flirting Lessons, a novel that perfectly balances sweetness and spice while offering a charming exploration of self-discovery and vulnerability.

Avery Jensen is an absolute delight of a protagonist—reserved, responsible, and ready to finally let loose after years of playing it safe. Watching her bloom under Taylor’s playful and confident guidance is immensely satisfying, as she not only learns how to flirt but also how to trust herself and embrace her desires. Taylor, on the other hand, is the quintessential heartbreaker who doesn’t take anything too seriously—until Avery starts to shake up her carefully curated world. Their dynamic is pure magic, full of witty banter, growing tension, and undeniable chemistry that makes every lesson between them crackle with energy.

One of the biggest wins (for me) of this book is its low-angst nature. Even as Taylor struggles with her emotions and Avery learns to step outside of her comfort zone, the communication between them remains refreshingly open. There’s no unnecessary drama, no frustrating miscommunications—just two women navigating their feelings, learning from each other, and making mistakes in a way that feels real and relatable. And of course, the spice level? Chef’s kiss. The intimate scenes are steamy but never gratuitous, blending seamlessly into the emotional arc of their relationship.

If there’s one small critique, it’s that the story follows a fairly predictable trajectory. While this isn’t a bad thing (sometimes you want that cozy, familiar rom-com rhythm), it means that there aren’t many surprises along the way. But honestly? That didn’t take away from the enjoyment. This book was exactly what I needed at exactly the right time—a warm, romantic, and sexy story about finding confidence, taking risks, and allowing yourself to fall.

Thank you to Netgalley, Jasmine Guillory & Berkley for an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I’ve tried reading Jasmine Guillory’s books for some time now. I’ve read two before and they were just meh to me. Nothing stuck out and both were slow burns. I didn’t feel connected to the plot or the characters and this one was not any different for me sadly. I wanted to enjoy it but i didn’t make it that far to do so.