3.5/5

Long Story Short is a good quick read. I enjoyed the character development and the setting was wonderful. It made me feel like I felt when I first visited New York. The way it's seen through Freya and Jack is perfect.

Unfortunately, there were points where the dialogue felt a little stiff and I just didn't think that's how people would talk in real life. Also, for me the timing of the story felt a little rushed and everything seemed to fall into place too perfectly.

That said, I did like how everything came together in the end. I thought it was great that Davis turned into more than just the annoying character portrayed in the beginning and that Hayley got what she deserved.

Thank you to Boldwood Books, Victoria Walters and NetGalley for the ARC of this book!

This book had an intriguing premise, but unfortunately, the execution didn’t fully work for me. While I enjoyed the idea of a romance between a literary agent and her client, the dialogue often felt stiff and unnatural, making it difficult to fully connect with the characters. Conversations didn’t always flow the way real people speak, which pulled me out of the story at times.

One particular aspect that stood out was the male main character’s reaction to overhearing the female main character mention a dry spell. Despite having only met her twice, he begins making overt sexual references, which felt forced and out of place given their professional relationship. Instead of building chemistry, it made their dynamic feel awkward rather than compelling.

That said, the story had potential, and I appreciated the unique setup. With stronger character development and more natural dialogue, this could have been a standout. Fans of workplace romances may still find aspects to enjoy, but for me, it missed the mark in creating a truly engaging connection between the leads.

3.5 ⭐️

This book felt simultaneously like a warm hug while also having some ups and downs that were really realistic and important to the story. I absolutely loved our main characters Jake and Freya. The setting of New York City was such a good choice for this book and it truly had me wanting to go there myself. Walters’ writing in this was such a delight to read and it was so easy to love our main characters. This book was written in a way that makes you feel like you’re experiencing it right alongside Freya.Having both of them as bookish people in publishing was also so interesting to read and offered a different perspective on the book world. I really liked this one!!

I'm utterly enchanted by this romance novel! The hero is absolutely swoon-worthy, and the story is filled with charm, wit, and a gorgeous concept that had me hooked from start to finish.

The twists and turns kept me guessing until the very end, and I couldn't help but smile from ear to ear. This book is a true delight, offering a fun and romantic read that will leave you feeling uplifted and satisfied. A must-read for romance fans!