I wanted to love this book but I just couldn’t. Well it isn’t terrible I just couldn’t get into it. It started sweet but then just turned for me. If some of the story would have been different I am sure it would be 5 stars for me but it just fell short.

Sadly, this was really a 2.5 stars rounded up.

The start of the book was so promising, Jessie has this wacky afternoon and met this guy that clicks everything thing clicks, so good that they don't want to end the date. She shared her dreams with him and he was so supportive and positive to see her succeed. But something random happen and of course they did not exchange last name or numbers. She's hung up on this wonderful day with this awesome guy, totally blind to what's going on around her.

Come days later, her employer's bf is THE guy, Cal. First off, <spoiler> they're both stupid for acting like they don't know each other. Then, he said he'll break up w/ Ali but didn't. His lame excuse was that he can kept seeing Jessie under the guise - that's just super coward of him. Meanwhile for Ali, Cal was a placeholder for her and her ex. And even Cal knows that he's not that into Ali.

What I did not appreciate is that Leo who has been flirting w/ Jessie to no end, showing up when she ask, being there for her, and he really hangs her words like it's the moon. She just brushed him aside. Here's what I don't get, there was no real explanation of why she thought that. She just knows he's good looking, flirty, and friends to all, but no real evidence of women coming and going. Also, when women went up to him, he politely decline. Though he said he won't wait forever, you can sense that he was holding out for her too. By the time they get together, the entire process felt flat and transactional, you can sense this is just another boyfriend, not the lifer. So the title throws you off.

Another thing I didn't appreciate was the down fall of Cal, the author wrote him to be such a dream guy, best thing since slice bread, but how it ended was so mean and horrible that doesn't seem to be in-line with what started out. </spoiler>

I know there are readers that finds Jessie annoying but on a deeper level, her mom abandoned her and her dad at 18 to find another family, a real family to start her life; as though her and her dad were not enough. Then the dad was siding with the fiancee. Like she's been abandoned time (by Cal) and time (by her mom) and time (now her dad) again. Thank goodness for India, her BFF to be her rock and her ground. She's the reality check to keep Jessie on the ground and not float away in her head.

I liked the writing, the pace, the banter. They flow very well, but the story just annoy me. I do like the twist that it's not what she first set out to be, but the way it was deliver was not executed well.

Thank you to NetGalley & Putnam for the ARC.

I thought this book to have an interesting storyline but overall didn't end up being a book I see my self reading again. I enjoyed the main female character.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

3.5⭐️ This book starts with Jessie and Cal meeting in Whole Foods during a fire alarm evacuation and ends with a suicidal lady and forgetting to exchange info. After unsuccessfully trying to locate him, imagine Jessie's surprise when she finds out he's dating her boss, Ali. Instead of coming clean, she acts like she doesn't know Cal.

The book has several side characters that are not likeable and I found myself not rooting for any of them. I felt like the passing gas scene was totally immature and not necessary.

I'm glad Jessie decided to take a chance with dating her perfect guy at the end and focusing and putting herself first. The book was slow at the beginning, but don't let that deter you. The more I read, the more I ended up enjoying this book and binge read it.

Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an ARC of this book.

Are you ready for an engaging read? Check out Love at First Sight by Laura Jane Williams. It was so much fun and it's available soon.

I’m not a fan of insta-love or justifying cheating and being the other woman so I had a hard time getting into this story. I do feel like it had a fun tone with a lot of wit and good writing, and the characters each had distinct personalities rather than being flat caricatures, but ultimately I just don’t think this was a story I was ever going to enjoy due to the tropes it had.

I have a lot to say about this book so lets start with a summary:
The story follows Jessie, who is a happy career nanny to the cutest boy Henry but she has dreams of running her own business and going home to the love of her life. One day in Whole Foods she runs into Cal and they have the most perfect day together that she thinks he could be the one. But alas she didn't get his number so she figures if they were meant to be he'd find her (with the help of her best friend India). During all this, Jessie's dad is getting remarried to an evil young woman and her butcher Leo has made it clear he has a growing crush on her. What is Jessie to do when all this drama is heading her way?

While I do think the story had potential, there were too many plot points. I often found myself confused, wondering what was going on or why things were mentioned. I felt that the love triangle was confusing enough but then throwing her boss and Thom in there. That was a whole different ball game especially when you factor in all the cheating aspects. I wanted to root for Jessie so bad but she acted like a teenager 90% of the time and completely ignores the guy she ends up with for like 80% of it. This is all I can say without giving any spoilers, it is a good woman's empowerment story, a mediocre romance, and an okay book overall. I think with some editing and refining this book could be amazing!! The bones are there!! There's just too much going on for the good parts to shine.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Laura Jane Williams for the chance to read this book!

3.5 Stars, Rounded to 4. Thank you for the opportunity to read this ARC. I really enjoyed the book and found I was excited to pick it up each day to see what was going to happen. So many different Love Triangles in this book. But it was easy to follow along and most of the characters were likeable. I don't want to give spoilers, but I did feel the love triangle was lopsided until much closer to the end. Although I do understand that the reader was really just following along with the FMC and her thoughts and who hasn't obsessed about one guy while another was right there. I will definitely be reading more books by this author.

Loved this book, and Leo the most!! Thanks so much for this early, cozy read. Love the setting and characters. I think I really liked the depth of the storyline qirh Stray Kids too!

This story was a great look at how important self confidence is. The FMC struggles with feeling like she is enough and important. She grapples to enjoy the goods that she not only has been cultivating for herself but also the goods life has thrown in her path. Her character development is one I enjoyed seeing develop.

I was intrigued by this from the summary, premise, and cover of an iconic London monument (if you know me, then you know it's my bookish weakness!), and I was pleased that I was not let down. There's a ton of compelling language that draws me in. I liked how the ending wasn't a traditional, cookie-cutter, expected HEA because this was anything but. It was completely unexpected, with twists and turns that I actually enjoyed more than if everything worked out as I imagined it would.

I really enjoyed this romance story and thought the writing was clever and funny! These characters had so much chemistry and I would definitely recommend this story

This book was a little hard for me to get into. Once I did get into the story, it turned out to be a cute read. This is my first from this author. I think that I was expecting more from the description of this book, but it wasn’t a bad read.

This book started slow but hooked me about 1/4 of the way through. The book has twists and turns that remind the reader that, like real life, first impressions are not always the whole story.

Laura Jane Williams gives readers all the feels in Love at First Sight, where we follow Jessie, a career nanny, as she navigates the downs and ups of family, employment, and love.

On page 1, Jessie meets Cal, and there's a fantastic supermarket meet-cute. Things take off from there, until they are separated and Jessie goes back to her everyday life - flirting with the butcher, Leo, avoiding her Dad's new fiancée, spending time at the gym, and caring for Henry, the son of a movie star.

As the story progresses, Jessie learns to have faith in herself, and to embrace those who have faith in her.

I truly enjoyed the depth of the characters, their humor and honesty, and their growth throughout. Also, I love a story set in London!

I give this enjoyable read 4/5 stars. It has so many enjoyable moments and characters. I'm looking forward to reading Laura Jane Williams' other work.

Thank you to Penguin Group, GP Putnams Sons for the gifted ARC. #NetGalley #LoveAtFirstSight

What a fun story! The premise was interesting to me and I loved the way the story built. I was definitely worried about the love triangle at times but it turned out well and the character development was incredibly strong.

I’ll be recommending this to everyone!

Rating: 3.5 rounded up

Love at First Sight begins with a delightful meet-cute: Jessie, a professional nanny, meets Cal while shopping at Whole Foods. When a fire alarm forces them to evacuate, they end up spending a spontaneous, wonderful day together. But just as quickly as their connection sparks, it ends abruptly—with no exchanged contact info, leaving Jessie wondering if she'll ever see Cal again.

The setup was undeniably charming, and even though the pacing felt slow at first, I’m glad I stuck with it. Jessie’s life soon gets complicated when she discovers that Cal is actually dating her boss, Ali. Stunned, they pretend to be strangers, adding tension to an already layered story. Meanwhile, Jessie is also dealing with struggles in her relationship with her father, who is engaged to a woman close to her own age and clearly doesn’t like her.

As Jessie navigates the turmoil of her personal life, she begins spending time with Leo, the local butcher, who seems interested in her—though she doubts his sincerity. On top of everything, Cal encourages her to pursue her longtime dream of creating a program for children, and she secures a grant to bring her vision to life. Jessie finds herself pulled in several directions—between her father, Ali, Cal, Leo, and her career—until she finally chooses herself and what truly makes her happy.

The book had a lot going on, sometimes too much. The love triangle dragged out longer than necessary, and Jessie’s back-and-forth made her frustrating at times. Some subplots, like her friend India’s love life and Ali’s relationship drama, felt like extra layers that didn’t need as much focus. However, the writing itself was beautiful, especially in how the author captured the essence of London and Jessie’s work as a nanny. Henry, one of the children in her care, was especially lovable!

Overall, Love at First Sight is a unique and engaging story about self-discovery, love, and finding clarity amid life’s chaos. While some plotlines felt excessive, Jessie’s growth made the journey worthwhile.

Thank you Netgalley, G.P. Putnam's Sons, and PENGUIN GROUP Putnam for the opportunity to review this ARC!

This book starts pretty slow, but gets better through the read. it's a feel good romance but looking for a little more depth. Looking forward to checking out another book by this author in the future!

This book gives that warm fuzzy feeling that you search for on a rainy day. The story line, and its twists, will have you turning the pages wanting to know what will happen next.

I loved the story. It has everything—humor, romance, empowerment, and personal growth. It keeps you on edge, wondering what might happen next. I loved the main character: a very determined woman with a great sense of humor and a big heart. I loved the ending—it really took me by surprise.