Josie and Will meeting again after all these years was a solid story. I enjoyed reading how they came back together and overcame their past. Josie started to irk me a bit but overall, I still enjoyed the story.

Thank you to NetGalley, RB media, and the author for the opportunity to listen to and review this story.

In summary: this was a relatively stress-free read that was the perfect escape with a decent amount of spice. If more info is what you crave, read on:

I'm picky about romance as a genre. I prefer it to be secondary to whatever the main experience is within a book. I think this book did that well overall. We have two likeable main characters, and some supporting characters that play both "devil" and "angel" as expected. Josie is a hardworking (over-worked) fashion/retail CEO who sees herself as an anti-hero, with many regrets. This is the story of how she repairs some old wounds, comes to terms with her self identity and finds some love (and steam) along the way.

Audio Read
Heads up - spicy and language

Josephine “Josie” Davis is creator and owner of Revenant, a fashion brand in Austin, Texas.

When a consultant is brought in to check out the company, Josie is shocked to see it’s Will Grant - the twin brother of her former best friend….and the boy she kissed at a spring break party in front of everyone.

While each of them has a not so great opinion of each other from school, they come to realize they are crazy for each other…but Josie is fighting it. Her head is in saving her company and the strict guidelines she’s set for herself and her company (neither of which includes a personal life).

This is such an enjoyable listen. It is kind of explicit in the intimate scenes and there is some language, so if that’s not your thing, this may not be the book for you.

It is well written and very entertaining…a great storyline!

I have SO thoroughly enjoyed this lighthearted, fun, and relatable book!
I love how the author incorporates so many big topics into one book successfully, and in such an enjoyable manner. The FMC is the CEO of a sustainable fashion company, and the difficulties that go with working in the line of sustainability truly resonated with me. The romance in this book is just perfect! Clare Gilmore also does such a wonderful job at depicting the perfect example of positively taking care of our wellbeing and dealing with emotions.
Overall would 10000% recommend it!

Favourite quote: “…a young Henry Cavill”

This was such a sweet and positive romance read, a perfect example of what a relationship with good communication can look like and it just left me feeling hopeful. Katharine Leonard was a perfect narrator choice for Josephine and she really embodied the character and her personality. This book provided what I feel is a very realistic look at what being an entrepreneur looks like and how easy it is to get pulled in to the grind. Following along with Josephine's trials and tribulations as she navigates the ups and down of owning your own business felt very realistic. The connection between Josephine and Will was just so good. The fact that they knew each other when they were in high school and the way they reconnect was a fun twist. They show up for each other and really brought what the other needed to the table...the perfect balance! This book just left me feeling hopeful and good and I love that!

Synopsis: Josie Davis is the CEO of a thriving fashion business. Will Grant is a business consultant and also happens to be the twin brother of Josie’s ex-best friend. When Josie’s investors insist she hires a consultant, Will is the last person she expects to walk through the door.

Thoughts: Perfect Fit is a sweet workplace romance with genuinely likable characters. Josie and Will actually have a super believable romance progression, and I enjoyed their honest communication. The struggles of being a woman in a business leadership role, especially in the time of social media, is well portrayed here. I actually thought the star of the show was Josie’s female friendships - I love to see fun, supportive adult friendships in books. Overall I enjoyed it - not a stand-out read, but very cute nonetheless.

Read this if you like:
👗 workplace romance
👗 second chance
👗 best friend’s brother

I thoroughly enjoyed this audiobook as well as this the narrator. I feel she did a great job and made the listening process enjoyable.

While this is a lovely little workplace romance - what I've loved most about Josephine's story is that the romance doesn't feel center stage! What feels the most important about Perfect Fit are the female friendships and coming of age as a full-on adulty-adult that we get to experience! There are so many stories out there where the protagonists are coming of age as 18-year-olds - but we rarely talked about that transition from mini-adult to adultier-adult when you have your life **mostly** together.

It's perfect for anyone going through a season of transition and change, with a little doubt 'salt-bae' style sprinkled on top!

**I actually ordered a physical copy of this one, too, because I just knew it was going to be good. I've never even read a Clare Gilmore novel before, and something about this one was just calling to me.. whether it be the promise of a cartoon cover or the premise of a workplace romance, I'll never be sure! Nevertheless, I'm so glad I got to listen to this one! Physical copies of books always make me happy to have the momento after listening to the audiobook as well when they're good - and this certainly was!!

review for Perfect Fit by Clare Gilmore:


A Cozy, Relatable Read for Emily Henry Fans

Perfect Fit by Clare Gilmore is the ultimate feel-good novel, perfect for curling up with on a winter night or packing in your beach bag. This book has it all: the bittersweet experience of friendship breakups, the weight of youthful mistakes, and the journey of self-discovery.

The protagonist embodies a “girl boss” energy, but with a refreshing dose of realism about the unique challenges women face—explored thoughtfully without being overly heavy-handed. The story is fast-paced and easy to read, offering a delightful mix of “will they, won’t they” tension and a rare second chance at finding fulfillment.

What sets this book apart is how it highlights more than just romance. The main character learns to look beyond societal pressures—from social media to career expectations—and discovers what she truly values in life. It’s a reminder to let go of the burdens we place on ourselves and embrace what genuinely makes us happy.

Pour yourself a glass of wine, settle in, and enjoy this charming story. Fans of Emily Henry will find Perfect Fit a delightful addition to their bookshelf.

"I should've known...that finding you would be the thing to set me right again."

Josephine Davis has spent her entire twenties building Revenant, a fashion brand headquartered in downtown Austin. When her biggest investor orders Josie to hire a consultant, the last person she expects to be working with is Will Grant – the twin brother of her ex best friend.

Aside from a kiss with Will in high school that ruined her friendship with Zoey, Josie and Will were strangers. He loved in New York and she in Austin. Despite their attraction, it was pointless to start something. Josie also had a lot on her plate and burnout was lurking in the corner.

I loved how all in he was from the start. He was supportive of her and her plans to make Revenant even better. I loved their business trips to Peru, Spain and India as they explored their budding relationship. He said and did the sweetest things for her that had me grinning. There was never a question as to whether he wanted her or not.

I loved her best friend Cami. Their friendship was amazing. Letting her do what was best for her was beautiful of Josie to do. Taking the very same step herself was wonderful to see after her lofty achievements and some failures as well.

The narrator's tone and performance from the beginning was top tier. It made for an enjoyable listen. Thank you to Netgalley and Publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. It's out now!

Rating: 4.5⭐
Steam level: 3🌶️ Two moderate open door scenes

3.5 stars rounded up

This was a super cute book and I think a lot of people will love it! It could technically be considered a second chance story, but that’s my favorite trope and I’m picky about it, and to me this story did not tick the second chance box. But I still really enjoyed it!

I loved the MMC, Will. He was a total cinnamon roll (my fave) and willing to do whatever it took to be with Josie. They both communicated well throughout, which was a breath of fresh air, and my favorite scene by far was when he takes care of her when she’s sick. 🥹🥹🥹 One of my favorite mini-tropes!

I can’t really say why, but I just had a hard time getting into this one and it didn’t really stick with me. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Maybe just the timing, but definitely all me because I know people will love the sweetness of this book!

The audiobook was good and the narrator is super talented, but I do feel like she “overacted” at times, which I think may have contributed to my overall “meh” feelings.

This one released Oct 29 and is out now—definitely worth a read!

I started listening to this book today... and then I finished listening to this book today. Perfect Fit by @claregilmorewrites is a very sweet (and at times really funny) story about Josie, an overworked fashion CEO, and Will, her ex-bestie's twin brother, whom she hires to be her company's business consultant. This book gives an honest look into burnout, female friendship, imposter syndrome, and healthy relationship communication, and I loved it! Possible spoiler - I like the 3rd act breakup tension as much as the next reader, but sometimes you just need an author that says "not today" and delivers that HEA in a realistic and feel-good way.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✨️Friend's Brother
✨️Female CEO
✨️Second Chance
✨️Kismet
✨️Funny banter
✨️No Miscommunication Trope 🙌

I saw so many great reviews for this book, but unfortunately it just wasn't for me. Described as "[a] hilarious and heartfelt rom-com," this book sounded right up my alley. However, I personally didn't find it humorous, and I think it would be better described as a contemporary romance with more serious topics. I just didn't find myself reaching for this book and struggled to finish it. I can see how romance lovers would enjoy this book, especially fans of super spicy books.

I listened to the audiobook read by Katherine Leonard. She did a great job narrating the story and bringing the characters to life. I found her narration compelling and enjoyable to listen to.

Thank you to NetGalley and RBMedia/Recorded Books for the ALC in exchange for an honest review.

'If you wake up one morning and decide you want to try out soft living. We do it together. Even if it's only for a little while. If you want to drop everything, then I will, too.''

This book is the sweetest.

Thank you NetGalley for the audiobook <3

I love this kind of story. I love second chances and this one is done perfectly. It follows two people who know each other from high school and end up working together. You can build your own image of how fun that can be! I'd say this really showcases accepting the love you deserve always. Will, Jose, and Camilla are all incredibly well written characters. I'll be thinking about them for weeks to come.

Super fun to read. Funny but still nice and sweet. It will definitely pull on your heartstrings a bit.

Perfect Fit is a second-chance love story with Josie and Will, the twin brother of Josie's bff from high school, as they try to navigate a long-simmering feud from high school, Josie's anxiety about her clothing business, and Will being involved in that. I selfishly loved reliving parts of Austin through the book and I mostly liked Josie and Will, but the story bugged me. I found the underlying feud to be pretty petty and the overreaching descriptions at times annoying (I don't need you to give your coffee a cutesy name, for real). I enjoyed the narration, just some of the other things threw off the flow so that I didn't really get invested in the relationship. All in all it was a decent book, just not my favorite. Thank you to Recorded Books and NetGalley for the early listen in exchange for my honest opinion.

Katherine Leonard nailed it! Josie and Will are perfection!

Perfect Fit is thoughtful, kind and oh so swoon worthy. The characters are exceptionally crafted and I especially loved the strong and supportive female cast of characters!

This was a reread for me and I will definitely continue rereading it to heal my soul.

I loved it so much and genuinely wish it wasn’t over. Thank you Clare Gilmour for the biggest and best book hug of 2024!

4.5⭐️s The hype was real. Josie is a strong entrepreneur but everyone has their moments of weakness. This book played out the reality of how growing a business can take its toll while being incredibly fulfilling too. Will is everything Josie wants and in some ways what she needs. Loved them! Available now!

Synopsis:
Josephine Davis has spent her entire twenties building Revenant, a fashion brand headquartered in downtown Austin. When her biggest investor orders Josie to hire a consultant, the last person she expects to be working with is Will Grant – the twin brother of her ex best friend.

Sure, Will and Josie may have shared one mistake of a kiss during senior spring break nine years ago, but they’ve never been friends. She remembers him as moody; he always thought of her as shallow. Romance isn’t on the table for either of them until they blink, and realize there’s a reason they can’t stay away from each other. But there’s Will’s sister to consider, whom Josie hasn’t spoken with since their falling out. Not to mention, Will and Josie live seventeen hundred miles apart. And it’s not like she has time for a boyfriend anyway when she’s an overworked CEO. As Josie’s burnout looms while she falls deeper and harder for Will, she contends with the fact that eventually, she’ll have to make a choice: stay alone to be productive, or slow down to be in love.

Thank you to @netgalley @claregilmorewrites and RBMedia for the advanced listener copy. #perfectfit #claregilmoreauthor #netgalley #audiobooks #advancedlistenercopy #audiobooklove

I went into Perfect Fit expecting romance and I'd say it halfway met my expectations. There is a romantic aspect to the story, but this is mainly a story about Josie, her role as a fashion CEO, and her growth. Josie was an interesting character, and I appreciated her perspective. Will was less compelling - he was almost too perfect to allow us to focus on Josie. Perfect Fit could have dug a bit deeper into Will's character and Will and Josie's dynamic.

This book makes me think of the Taylor Swift lyrics “to you I can admit that I’m just too soft for all of it.”

This was a soft romance that made my heart feel warm! It wasn’t anything flashy, it was simply two people being honest and vulnerable with each other, and always showing up.

This was such a cute audiobook! I loved Josie as a character. I loved that she was a strong women and I loved that Will supported her through everything! The perfect feel good romance!