I listened to the audio book version of this, and I really enjoyed this book. I thought it was a fun read with all of the banter and shared mistakes. The characters were well written, and the plot was on point. The author did such a good job with this book.. I thought it had some grit and also uplifting at the same time. The narration was also well done. I think it gave a more feeling to this book. I can't wait to read more from this author. I absolutely recommend this book to the romance readers.

Thank you Net Galley, RB Media, and Clare Gilmore

I enjoyed the character development and the characters themselves. I love that the main character learned to love herself and grew. Didn’t like the cliffhanger ending because I need to know!!

Clare Gilmore has become a must read author with another fun novel. Josie was so relatable and you cannot help but root for her. Will was such a breath of fresh air - I always love finding a compassionate MMC. The side characters were strong (a must for a good rom com) and I could see Gilmore expanding this universe if she wanted to. And if you haven’t read Love Interest, her debut, I highly recommend it!

⭐️⭐️⭐️ Liked it, fun while I was reading it
This was a perfectly cute workplace rom-com. We have Josephine, the CEO of her own fashion empire and Will, the consultant she was forced to hire by one of her investors. He turns out to be an ex best friend's twin brother and there's history there. Anyway, the characters are quirky, the communication is great, and Will is written very well. I enjoyed it!

The narrator, Katharine Leonard, did a good job, I had no trouble understanding who was saying what, where, when, and with what expression/intension.

Thank you to RB Media, NetGalley, and author Clare Gilmore for providing me with a digital ARC copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review. Perfect Fit is out October 29, 2024.

I really enjoyed this book.

From the initial meeting, where Will, the male lead, bikes into Josie's, the female lead's, car, you could tell there was going to be a lot of tension, but I like that Josie was balanced and didn't let the past interfere with how she reacted in the present. She seemed really in-charge, and so I loved rooting for her as a female CEO. The only parts I didn't like were that I did think the story of their past got alluded to too much with not enough details, so it seemed to drag out a bit. And also, Josie not participating in social media but being in fashion and caring what others think of how she looks, just didn't feel realistic. Besides that, I loved the story. Listened to it as audiobook and thought the narration was great and easy to get into. Would recommend for anyone looking for a next rom-com.

I loved this book and the narrator. Characters were somewhat relatable and it was an easy listen that flew by. Was my first Clare Gilmore book and I will for sure be listening to more of her!

Perfect Fit by Clare Gilmore is a charming rom-com with a fun premise and a likable cast of characters. The story follows Josephine Davis, an ambitious CEO of a fashion brand, and Will Grant, her new consultant and the twin brother of her estranged best friend. Their slow-burn romance is set against a backdrop of work stress, personal growth, and unresolved tension from the past.

The book has plenty of cute moments and heartfelt insights about balancing ambition and love. Josie’s struggles with burnout felt authentic, and the witty banter between her and Will was enjoyable. However, while the setup was promising, I found myself not fully invested in their romance. The chemistry between Josie and Will felt a bit underdeveloped, and the pacing of the story dragged in places, making it hard to stay completely engaged.

I appreciated the themes of forgiveness and self-reflection, particularly when it came to Josie’s strained relationships. Still, some conflicts—like the fallout with Will’s sister—wrapped up too neatly, leaving me wanting more depth.

Overall, Perfect Fit is a light and sweet read with an endearing message about slowing down and finding balance. While it didn’t quite capture my heart, fans of second-chance romance and workplace dynamics might find it a delightful escape.

The story follows the journey of Natalie Carter, a successful but emotionally guarded career woman, and Sam Ellis, a charming, down-to-earth man who seems to have a knack for showing up when Natalie least expects it. Their connection, built on shared vulnerability and unexpected chemistry, grows into something neither of them anticipated.

Gilmore excels at crafting relatable characters, and Natalie is no exception. Her personal growth, from someone who is hesitant to open up emotionally to someone who learns to trust and embrace love, is handled with nuance and care. Sam, on the other hand, is the perfect counterpart to Natalie—compassionate, patient, and with just the right amount of humor to disarm her defenses. The chemistry between them is electric, and their evolving relationship feels authentic, making every moment together even more meaningful.

The pacing of the novel is well-balanced, with enough tension to keep the reader engaged without overwhelming the plot. Gilmore infuses the story with plenty of light-hearted humor, especially through Sam’s playful nature, which provides a refreshing counterpoint to some of the more emotional moments between the characters. This balance between humor and heart makes *Perfect Fit* a delightful read from start to finish.

What truly sets this book apart, however, is the emotional depth that underpins the romance. Gilmore doesn’t shy away from exploring the complexities of love, trust, and self-acceptance, allowing Natalie and Sam to evolve as individuals as much as they do as a couple. The emotional payoff is both satisfying and poignant, leaving readers with a lasting sense of fulfillment.

This book truly is a delightful contemporary romance that will appeal to fans of well-developed characters, humor, and heart. Clare Gilmore has created a charming, emotionally resonant story that lingers long after the final page.

Thank you so much to the publisher for my ALC!

This audiobook was so good! The story was so fun and so addictive. The main characters had so much chemistry together.

💜 Second chance
💜 Workplace Romance
💜 Close Proximity
💜 Ex best friends brother
💜 Slow burn
💜 He falls first
💜 Single 1st pov

This was a super cute romcom with emotional swoony moments. The he falls first trope is my favorite right now and this book nailed it! So many moments I was melting!!! I do think I would have enjoyed this more if I eyeball read it as well.

Thank you netgalley for this ALC

Sometimes, all the pieces of a story just fit together perfectly. That’s what you get with 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐭.

Josie is a determined CEO of her own fashion brand, headquartered in Austin, Texas. For most of her twenties, she has prioritized developing this company. Now, her biggest investor wants to hire a consultant from Manhattan.

What a surprise when Will Grant walks in. Will is Josie’s ex-best friend, Zoe’s twin brother. Will and Josie also have a bit of history; their kiss back in high school is what made Zoe and Josie 𝙚𝙭-best friends.

I loved watching Josie and Will move from a working relationship to lovers (kind of a second chance). Will is kind, patient, and thoughtful, while Josie is a workaholic and self-critical but tired of being alone. The author did a great job with these characters, the romance, and the female friendships. It displayed that you must be allowed to continue on your path of self-discovery for healthy relationships.

This is a fun, uplifting, and relatable read that includes workplace banter, work travel, and people with history who finally get that shot at love. It's a delightful escape into a world of romance and self-discovery.

🎧Katharine Leonard’s narration of the audiobook perfectly evoked all the emotions. It was a great complement to the physical copy.

Thank you partner @stmartinspress @smpromance and @claregilmorewrites for this gifted copy.

Thank you @recordedbooks #rbmedia for the gifted audiobook.

This was actually the perfect romance for me, it was a really fun read.
I love a good rom-com, but my preferred types of rom-coms are the ones that are also going to make me sob and really connect to the characters' backstories, and this very much did that. Both of the main characters are absolutely flawed individuals, but they come together and make each other better just for being part of each others' lives, and that is the best sort of romance story in my personal opinion. There was so much character growth, both individually and with the relationships in this book whether they be romantic, platonic, or familial. I absolutely loved it.
The chemistry between them was palpable from page one, and the banter was great.

Fans of Emily Henry/Abby Jimenez/etc will love it. I am sure I have several high school girls that would enjoy this book. It ticks all the boxes for a romcom read. This is my first read by Clare Gilmore and I will definitely look for more.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and St Martin's Press for the digital arc.

Will and Josie are very fun, likable characters that you want to root for! The backstory of a long ago shared kiss just adds to the fun of the story. A bitter sister, even more of a fun twist! The fact that it's set in Austin just was the icing on the cake for this Texan. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it. Thank you NetGalley for the ARC, the opinions are my own.

🎧Audiobook Review 🎧
Thank you SMP Romance for the gifted physical copy! Thank you NetGalley and RBMedia for the audio!

Perfect Fit
Clare Gilmore @claregilmorewrites
Publishing Date: October 29, 2024
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🎧 Narrator: Katherine Leonard 🎧

This was a really enjoyable romance! Some tropes you can expect to find here:

🩷 Second Chance Romance
🩷 Workplace Romance
🩷 (Ex) Best Friends Brother
🩷 Forced Proximity
🩷 Small Town
🩷 Cinnamon Roll FMC
🩷 Successful and Driven FMC
🩷 Strong Female Friendships

I really loved the dynamic between Josie and Will. Will is high quality book boyfriend material. Josie is a super driven and successful business owner who is still learning balance, priorities, and what’s really important in life. The friendships throughout this one were really nicely done. The communication between characters was so so good, and the absence of a miscommunication/lack of communication was a breath of fresh air. And can we please get a round of applause for NO third act breakup?! 🙌🏻

This was my first book by Clare Gilmore and it definitely won’t be my last.

🎧 I read this one mostly with my ears and Katherine Leonard was fantastic!!! She really did a nice job making the characters dynamic and the listening experience a pleasant one!

Thank you NetGalley and RBmedia for the ARC of this audiobook for my honest review

A really cute romance. Definitely a light and happy one cause I was smiling the whole time. The business side made it extra interesting. The characters were lovable and the plot was cute and simple. I recommend.

I'll be publishing my review on Goodreads and StoryGraph 5th January and on Tik tok most likely will add to a monthly wrap up post with review the beginning of February

I received an early edition of this audio book in exchange for my review. The narration was smooth and easy to listen to even through character changes. This is a perfect lighthearted story and was just the respite I needed from my typical thriller genre. I appreciated the writing and the imagery Clare Gilmore supplied. This is definitely up there on my list of great easy reads

As a girl who sews, and is a part of a generation very aware of mental health issues and burnout, as soon as I heard the premise of Perfect Fit, I knew I would enjoy this book. What I didn't anticipate though, was how much I would fall in love with this author's writing. From page one, I started falling in love with these characters, as I found them to be written with such sincerity. And while I really enjoyed the romantic plot line and the all the yearning, I also loved Josie's individual arc regarding mental health. I found that Clare Gilmore perfectly balanced the tone of this book, including both heartwarming, and realistically sad moments. In that sense, this story reminded me of Emily Henry's writing. I definitely recommend picking this one up!

This book was so swoony! The MMC was the epitome of a man written by a woman, and the love and support he gave the FMC was just so heartwarming to read. The whole thing felt like a warm hug, and that FMC really deserved a break. There were some really poignant messages about work/life balance and self love and burnout that all felt like they resonated, even though I’m not a startup CEO.

5 stars

ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed the story for this one and could relate to the female lead through our the story and I think s lot can do that

Loved getting to know Josie and follow her growth throughout this book. I felt like I was listening to a real life story. Thank you for keeping it real Gilmore!