Kasie West is one of my favorite authors and it's not surprising that this book is terrific. Margot is a hopeless romantic who hates dating apps. Unfortunately, dating apps consistently matches her with Oliver, a hot guy that she had one sexy make-out session. Margot just wants to be a literarcy agent to bring romance books to the world and Oliver is the only who helps her...

Love Margot and Oliver. Oliver is terrific... and I love their banter. Made me laugh out loud so many times...

Thanks to the publisher for the arc.

I've really like this author's YA work, but could not get farther than a couple of chapters into this. I may try it again in the future, but for now it's not for me

I loved following Margot through her rough patch in her life. I think we have all hit a point where everything seems to go wrong, and nothing ever feels right. The main story is following Margot and Oliver. They met on a dating app and had a horrible first date. 3 Years Later, they keep getting matched on dating apps, and try out a friendship. I loved Oliver for the most part. The way he never judged Margot, and always wanted to help her. The only thing I didn't like about him was what you find out towards the end. But honestly, it wasn't that big of a deal. I thought this was a sweet story. The Dating App messages made me laugh because they were so similar to some I have received before. I really enjoyed it.

WOW! I read this in one sitting, I couldn't put it down. Margot and Oliver's chemistry jumped off the page and the twist at the end was so satisfying and I'm glad Audrey came around.

Sloane was a great side character, and screw Rob!!

West did not disappoint. I loved both characters and craved more once the story ended.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publishers and author for an advanced copy of this book, We Met Like This by Kasie West.
I ate this book up. Margot and Oliver meet on a dating app and have an awkward first date. They have chemistry but not much else. 3 years later they meet again on the same app. While they still have chemistry they decide to be friends to see if there is something more. This was so cute. I loved both Margot and Oliver. Margot is quite a mess but so relatable. And as Margot told him more than once, Oliver was an absolute golden retriever.
I figured out the twist but it was still a fun surprise.
I can’t wait to read more from this author.
4.5⭐️

I love Kassie West’s writing style, the way she tells a story and her characters, and this was no exception. I adored the chemistry between the characters and their banter. I struggled a bit at first with how lusty it read. Without going into details, I struggled with the opening scene and I was unsure if I would like the book. But then I found myself reading the first half in one sitting and I do stand by what I said, her writing is so good! I did get a little frustrated with the miscommunication at some point, but not enough to put it down. So in the end I had fun reading, the subject might have been a bit spicier than my preference, but the writing and their chemistry made up for it and I am still Kasie West.

4.5/5

I really liked this book! I started one day and woke up the next day thinking about it which is always a good sign for me. Margot is a hopeless romantic set on meeting someone via a meet cut. She has been working as a publishing assistant and feeling a bit stuck. She keeps matching with Oliver over the course of three year period. The day they reconnect she also quits her job and puts her life on a new path.

The banter in this book was excellent between Margot and Oliver (and I was definitely rooting for them). There was also good emotional depth in the characters. While the FMC annoyed me towards the end (as she should), I really liked the way Kasie West finished up the book. Would definitely recommend!

I really wish I could leave a glowing review for this book, but unfortunately, it just didn’t work for me—at least not right now. I’m hoping it’s a case of right book, wrong time, and that someday I can come back to it with a fresh perspective and truly enjoy it.

I’ve always loved Kasie West’s writing for its emotional depth and the way her stories center on the characters' connections without relying on sexual content. Going into her adult debut, I anticipated a shift in tone and possibly more mature themes—but I wasn’t expecting it to begin with explicit content right on the first page.

To be clear, I don’t have anything against spice or smut in books; I just went into this one expecting something entirely different based on her previous work.

So, for now, I’m giving We Met Like This a soft DNF. I’m holding onto hope that, with different expectations and better timing, I’ll be able to revisit it and appreciate it for what it is.

This was a cute read. I think the early part of the book, when Margot and Oliver are reconnecting, really shone. Later on, I began to find their will-they-won't-they a bit tiresome and I was not a fan of the ending—it didn't feel very true to the characters. But, it was generally lighthearted and a nice escapist romance. 3.5 stars, rounded up.

Thank you to St. Martin's Press/Saturday Books and to NetGalley for providing an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A big thank you to Marissa at St. Martin's Press for the opportunity to read *We Met Like This* by Kasie West early! I received this out of the blue and almost passed since it’s not my usual genre—but I’m so glad I gave it a chance.

Margot and Oliver’s story had me curious from the start. I kept wondering what really happened between them all those years ago, and when they re-matched… bam! I did *not* expect the twist Oliver was holding onto. It added a layer of complexity that made the story even more memorable.

Overall, a wonderful read if you're in the mood for a relatable adult rom-com with humor, heart, and a bit of mystery. I’ll definitely be checking out more from Kasie West!

It's safe to say Kasie West's first adult rom-com was a success. I absolutely adored Margot Hart and found her so relatable. Her chaos matches my chaos for sure. Watching her navigate through her late twenties and trying to find her place in the world felt like a song to my millennial heart. West also did a great job of humanizing her as well, Margot wasn't perfect but I can 100% say I was rooting for her the entire time.

The banter between Margot and Oliver was absolutely electrifying, it was so funny reading their back and forth- both of them quite sarcastic and witty. I loved that they seemed to have been orbiting each other for years as well. The 'second chance' after a horrible first date component was so fun to read!

If you are looking for a sloooow burn romance, with the wittiest of banter- I would highly recommend reading We Met Like This.

This was my first Kasie West read but will definitely not be my last! Overall I thought this was a cute story. I love a second chance romance, and this was equally sweet and steamy. I really, really loved Oliver and his story, but I was frustrated by their conflict. It felt a little predictable so having to wait so long for the reveal and resolution wasn't my favorite, but overall I loved Margot and Oliver together and just wanted them to get their HEA! It was a great, quick read!

“We Met Like This” by Kasie West is a charming and heartwarming young adult romance that captures the excitement and uncertainty of first love. With relatable characters and witty dialogue, it delivers an engaging, feel-good story that’s perfect for fans of sweet, coming-of-age tales. To summarize- you will love this book!

Okay so- I don’t normally rate books three stars but this one I had a hard time rating it anything other. Kasie West is a great YA author and while I didn’t hate her first adult debut, I wouldn’t say it was great either. There were some things that I loved about it (the main characters relationship, the banter, etc.) but there were just more things that I didn’t.

One of things that I wasn’t a huge fan of was most of the story being written in text blocks to show the main characters tinder messages. It was cute at the beginning but the longer the story went on the more I felt myself not being able to fully understand what the characters were feeling. Another thing was the switching between past and present tense. It was just sort of jarring to switch between the two so constantly and took me out of the book.

I did love the banter though! I thought it was adorable but again the cons just outweighed the pros for me. I think I would give her next adult novel another chance but this one didn’t quite do it for me unfortunately.

4.5 ⭐️

this was an ABSOLUTE blast!! you don’t understand- i have loved kasie west since her debut and grew up with her romcoms throughout my preteen years, so to have her release her debut adult romance as a 20 year old myself felt so full circle 🥹 this had her classic kasie magic and the banter was top notch!! i really hope she continues in this space 💖

This author’s adult debut, We Met Like This, was every bit as witty, heartfelt, and charming as I hoped it would be! As a longtime fan of her YA romances, I was excited to see how her signature humor and lovable characters would translate into an adult novel, and she absolutely delivered.
Margot was such a relatable protagonist—quirky, hopelessly romantic, and determined to write her own love story the right way. Her resistance to dating apps made for some hilarious inner monologues, and her ongoing (and often exasperating) history with Oliver was the perfect slow-burn setup. Their witty banter and undeniable chemistry kept me hooked, and I loved how their dynamic evolved from near-misses and misunderstandings to something genuinely heartfelt.
Oliver was a total golden retriever of a love interest—steady, thoughtful, and always there when Margot needed him, even when she didn’t realize it. Their contrast (her chaos, his structure) made for some great moments, and the way he supported her as she tried to build her literary agency was one of my favorite aspects of the book.
If I could make one minor change, it would be that some of the conflicts, especially surrounding Oliver’s past and his hesitations, would have been explored more deeply. I wanted a bit more emotional payoff toward the end, but that didn’t take away from how much I enjoyed their journey.
Overall, We Met Like This was a fun, swoony, and feel-good read, perfect for fans of smart, playful rom-coms with heart. If you love witty banter, forced proximity, and a romance that sneaks up on the characters just as much as it does the reader, this one is definitely worth picking up!
Thank you to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

we met like this - arc review

margot is absolutely head over heels for romance and is particular about finding the love of her life in a “meet cute” story sort of way, something worthy of the romance novels she reads and loves so much, but all of her attempts thus far have amounted to nothing. the longest standing relationship margot has had in the last three years is with oliver, a guy she always winds up rematching with on dating apps. they went on a date once and it was a disaster, so margot swears there won’t be a second date, regardless of how witty his banter is through a screen.

i loveeeeeddd this read. so quick, easy, and witty. this was such a good adult rom-com debut, and i can’t wait to see what Kasie writes next.

the details ✨
- second chance
- opposites attract
- “we’re just friends”
- messy fmc
- golden retriever mmc
rating : 4 stars

Margot Hart is an aspiring literary agent that is desperate to have her meet-cute. With much pressure from her roommate, Margot falls back into the world of dating apps. Through years of failed matched, one name stands out, Oliver, the font obsessed, programmer who she keeps matching with on the apps. Margot knows they cannot be compatible if their first date three years ago was any indication.

When Margot finally decides to take her chances with Oliver, she quickly realizes she may not be the only one stifling this relationship.

5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
2/5 🌶️🌶️

Well, I am thoroughly impressed! I loved every second of this book. An amazing debut romance novel from YA author Kasie West! I’ll be preordering to make a forever home on my shelf!

The wittiness and angst between the two main characters had me sucked in! I couldn’t put this story down! I laughed, I gasped and punched my pillow approximately 32 times.

Listen, toothpaste will forever be sexy to me. I will be turned on anytime I squeeze toothpaste onto my brush.

I freaking love that Margot talks to herself and that the monologue is added to the book.
IT WAS SO RELATABLE!!!

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press, Saturday Books and Kasie West for the ARC and opportunity to enjoy this book!

I really enjoyed this book! The plot was fresh and interesting and I really enjoyed the characters, as well as their different personalities!

Kasie West absolutely crushed her adult debut with We Met Like This!! I was hooked on Margot and Oliver from page one, and I didn’t put the book down until I finished it. The characters are so real and relatable- I truly feel like I am a combination of Margot and Oliver- and it was impossible to not root for Margot’s success as well as her love story.

Margot’s obsession with having a meet-cute is incredibly relatable as a romance writer. And her meet-cute is PERFECT. Kicking my feet in the air and squealing perfect. I adored Oliver and his witty sense of humor and genuine kindness towards Margot. He showed up for her in a messy place in her life and it was the most touching thing.

Basically, I’m obsessed with this book and now everyone I know needs to read it. I loved the tenderness between these characters in between their banter and wicked chemistry. I loved Margot’s life as a literary agent and her real struggles there. This happily-ever-after truly felt like the perfect fit for them & I am so utterly content after reading this book.

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press and Saturday Books for the opportunity to read and review this book! I received a free advance copy of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions expressed are my own.