This was my weekend activity!! If you love (I may be showing my age 🤣🤣) You’ve Got Mail this book is for you! The author even notes at the end of the book that she wanted to write her own version of the classic story that had been done a few times. 🙂
On the love front, Gracie meets a man on a dating app. The thing is she has never actually met him since his account was started by a friend as a joke and he has a girl friend. They just chat. On the work front, Gracie is having to fight for her family business against Sebastian Andrews who is trying to propose a buyout. Gracie is in for a surprise!
This was a fun way to start my summer reading. I loved the authors note at the end when she explained a little about why she wrote a book. Everything clicked into place for me when I read it. Like I said if you loved You’ve Got Mail or The Shop Around The Corner, check this one out. (I have loved all of these authors books so do yourself a favor and check out a few 🤣.) It comes out June 29! Thank you to @netgalley and @gallerybooks for a chance to read it.

I really enjoyed reading this book. I was able to grab an early copy through NetGalley, and just fell in love with the characters and the story retelling. If you've read the book 'You've Got Mail' or watched the movie (still one of my top faves), then you already know the story. This is just an updated version where instead of laptops and email, smartphones and a dating app is used for the MCs anonymous method of communication.

I may be a bit biased since about two weeks ago, I finished a massive Lauren Layne binge read of every book she's written thus far, but I enjoyed the reminiscent feel of the story with the aura of brightness every character seemed to have emanating from them. It's a light, charming and entertaining read that basically is an updated version of the Tom Hanks/Meg Ryan classic we all love but with an art-based/fairy tale oriented twist.

This is a feel good read with a MC that feels torn between familial responsibilities and breaking out on her own, and fighting with her own decision to wait out her ideal 'Prince Charming' she's dreamed of from a young age or make the hard decision between her two crushes, one she considers the enemy...and the other she hasn't even met IRL. I'd recommend this book to fans of lighter romances that are wholesome, fun and uplifting

Lauren Layne's To Sir, with Love was a great modern day update to The Shop Around the Corner and the more recent You've Got Mail. Gracie is an amazing character - adorable, sassy, stubborn. Sebastian Andrews is used to people doing as he asks in the business world. But even a rich developer has a heart - he goes out of his way to make favorable deals for those whose property he buys and even helps them get back on their feet. Sebastian definitely meets his match with Gracie Cooper and the banter between the two is amazing!
Because the book is from Gracie's perspective - you have a huge cast of entertaining characters in her life making appearances - from her brother & sister, to the entertaining staff at Bubbles & More, to the various girlfriends that she has in NYC. But you don't have the same in-depth look at Sebastian's life and the people in it - only his perspective through his notes to Gracie through the MysteryMate dating app. I found myself wanting to know more about him and see a bit of his life. But overall, the novel was highly enjoyable to read and I look forward to reading more from Lauren Layne.
Thank you to Gallery Books and NetGalley for giving me the chance to read this book!

A charming and delightful romance. An remake of an old story which has been updated several times previously. Love them all. Fun to follow along knowing that eventually the truth will be revealed leading to a happily ever after.

To Sir, with Love by Lauren Layne is the hilarious and beautiful story between Gracie Cooper, owner of the Midtown Manhattan champagne shop and Sebastian Andrews, head figure of a cooperation that means to buy her out. As these two adversaries battle it out—readers eagerly watch them grow closer together with delicious tension and feelings that become further complicated when they are each also corresponding with and falling for an anonymous person on a dating app. If you have read any of Lauren Layne’s novels—you know that she is an expert at creating interesting characters with dynamic relationships that get readers so invested in the story. The in-person and online relationship between Gracie and Sebastian is so honest and heartfelt. To Sir, with Love by Lauren Layne is a lovely and entertaining story that will keep readers coming back to read it over and over again to relive the magic.

Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

5 stars. 10 stars. A million stars!!! I loved this so incredibly much. This had all the delicious romantic tension and fun secret messages to love from You’ve Got Mail.

This is type of book to leave you feeling full and satisfied. Highly recommended.

To Sir, With Love was a cute story similar to You've Got Mail but with a twist. Gracie has been running her family's champagne store after her parents' passing, but the store is struggling. Sebastian is head of the company that owns the building the shop is in and is wanting to buy out the lease, in which case the shop would close.

I enjoyed the back and forth messages Gracie had with her Sir on the messaging app she was trying in her quest for her happily ever after fairy tale. There was some great banter and witty quips and they genuinely seemed to connect very well while messaging.

I think the story was interesting and showed promise. It was cute and fun and a little different from the norm which was nice.

Lauren Layne's newest book does not disappoint! It has all the feels and I love the nod to "You've Got Mail". I absolutely loved this book! There were so many aspects of this story that was so relatable as someone who is also in their early 30's still looking for "the One" and having high standards and fairy tale-like hopes and dreams. The artist in Gracie Cooper also spoke to me as my creative artistic side is only used as a hobby in my life, but would never dream I could ever make a successful career out of it. Sebastian Andrews' "Darcy-esque" qualities will definitely make you swoon over him and I only wish we could have read his POV. The messages that Gracie (Lady) and Sebastian (Sir) sent to each other were so endearing and the final ones we read in the epilogue are so sweet and a perfect way to end their story. This book is definitely now on my all time favorites list by LL and I can't wait for her next release!

Gracie Cooper has always been the people pleaser in her family. So when her father passed away and left the family champagne business to his three children, it was Gracie that decided to hold off on her dreams and take charge. Gracie had other ambitions, but wants to preserve her family legacy.

That is until Sebastian Andrews starts sending notices to buy out the family business. You see, Sebastian is the landlord of the shop and profits for the shop haven't been doing so well. But Gracie isn't one to back down without a fight! Let the games begin.

To complicate matters further, Gracie has been corresponding to a man known as Sir on a dating app. They're both not looking for anything serious and not in the right place for a relationship, but their interactions online have become meaningful to Gracie. She frequently turns to Sir when her interactions with Sebastian leave her frazzled. Will they ever meet? And the more Gracie and Sebastian start spending time together - would she rather not meet Sir and pursue Sebastian instead?

To Sir, With Love was a unique twist on the classic You've Got Mail It was a charming book. I do feel like the romance perhaps took a bit of a backseat in the book at times. And while I did love the secondary cast of characters, I couldn't help but maybe want something more from the relationship between Gracie and Sebastian. Perhaps some more angst, longing or more chemistry between the two.

Overall I would give To Sir, with Love between a 3 and 3.5 stars.

4 Learning To Really See Stars
* * * * Spoiler Free-A Quick Review
Lauren Layne is an automatic click for me. She has given me many many hours of reading enjoyment. Her talented crafting allows her to give us all sorts of life lessons along with humor, insight, and heart. Oh, and let's not forget the heat.

To Sir, With Love highlights how handy it can be to communicate with someone we haven't met. The internet has provided this option. Faceless, judgment-free communication can lull us into being more open and willing to strip away all the walls we put up to protect ourselves.

The other added benefit to this form of relationships with these faceless people is they can become your support system, your allies when in your Real Life you may not have that outlet for your frustrations.

Ms. Layne has taken these concepts, married them with "enemy to lovers", and a dash nod to "You Got Mail", and made sure it all added up to a winning Layne book.

To Sir, with Love is an excellent enemies-to-lovers story. Very fun, with a heavy nod to the movie "You've Got Mail". To Sir, with Love is a story of love for one's city, one's family, and one's dreams. The rich details had me picturing the little shop, Bubbles &amp; More as well as the small apartment where Gracie lives. All of the characters are incredibly likable and well thought out. I love how Gracie learned that it's never too late to dream new dreams or to follow old ones.<

Gracie Young runs her family’s champagne boutique in Manhattan, but times have changed and customers are moving to online sales, leaving running the small business a challenge. She loves the family business, but keeping the business afloat requires creative thinking. Her love life is non-existent but maybe her Prince Charming is online? In walks the gorgeous Sebastian Andrews determined to buy her lease out and turn her family legacy into another parking garage. Underneath his arrogance, there seems to be a connection. Soon she finds herself with feelings for two guys—and both are available. Or are they?

When I read the summary and the comparison to “You’ve Got Mail” I was in. To Sir is a charming and modern update of You’ve Got Mail, with a better ending. The characters are likable and the book was impossible to put down. A charming and fun romance enjoyable from start to finish that will keep you laughing. I found the novel relatable and believable, but that maybe because I met my boyfriend on Bumble.

I love Lauren Layne but this one just fell flat for me. I figured it out/knew from the very beginning who "Sir" was going to be so it kind of just dragged on. I wished for a little more action and a little bit more steam. I did like the idea of a champagne shop though. I need to find one of those in my city. Can't want for whatever Lauren writes next... this just wasn't it for me.

Gracie Young runs her family’s champagne boutique in Manhattan. But times have changed, and customers are moving to online sales, leaving running the small business a challenge. She loves the family business, but keeping the business afloat requires creative thinking. Her love life is non-existent, but maybe her Prince Charming may be online? Then in walks the gorgeous Sebastian Andrews determined to buy her lease out and turn her family legacy into another parking garage. But underneath his arrogance, there seems to be a connection. Soon she finds herself with feelings for two guys—and a either are available. Or are they?

When I read the summary and the comparison to “You’ve Got Mail” I was in. To Sir is a charming and modern update of You’ve Got Mail, with a better ending. The characters were likable, and the book was impossible to put down. A charming and fun romance.

This was an excellent enemies-to-lovers story. Very fun. With a heavy nod to the movie "You've Got Mail", To Sir, with Love is a story of love for one's city, one's family, and one's dreams. The rich details had me picturing the little shop, Bubbles & More as well as the small apartment where Gracie lives. All of the characters are incredibly likable and well thought out. I love how Gracie learned that it's never too late to dream new dreams or to follow old ones.

I don't even know if I could have loved this more. Super sweet and cutesy, but done tastefully and enjoyably. Even though you start out knowing the basic plot line, it keeps you hanging on to see how it gets there.

OMG To Sir, with Love is adorable. I am already a Lauren Layne lifer, but this is one that I am going to be pressing into my friends hands. It's so sweet and fun and the banter is fantastic. I didn't even notice that it was closed door because the pacing and story swept me away. If you are a fan, you must read. For my friends who love British rom-com, family stories and all of the versions of the Shop Around the Corner/You've Got Mail - you probably need this one.

To Sir, with Love
Rating: 5 awesome stars
Thank you to the publisher for the ARC given through NetGalley for review. All opinions are my own.

To Sir, with Love was wonderful! I can honestly say that it has been the best book I've read so far this year. It was just so sweet and I loved Sebastian and Gracie. Their romance was a slow burn, but I never got bored or annoyed with the story. If you are a fan of "You've Got Mail" you're going to love this one.
It actually left me with a happy heart at the end and was hesitant to pick up my next read. My review is not long because I really have no bad things to say about it.

I highly recommend it!!

I loved how this was a little bit Sleepless in Seattle and a little bit unconventional. The female main character is older than your typical romance heroine and classic hero who is a bit arrogant but soft inside. I love the play of her perfect dating app man vs the actual man who has inserted into her life. It's a fun little story and I always enjoy my time spent in the uptown worlds Lauren Layne creates.

I absolutely loved this book. With all the tension between Sebastian and Gracie made this a really good book. The slow burn and the little mystery of who Sir was kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time I was reading this. This book will also pull all of your emotions out and have you on the verge of tears the whole time you are reading. I will definitely be reading this one again. Such a great book.

I am a huge You’ve Got Mail fan so when I read the description of To Sir, With Love I knew I had to read it. It was such a sweet story with definite You’ve Got Mail vibes. Gracie Cooper put her dreams of becoming an artist aside to take over her family’s struggling champagne store, Bubbles. Her love life is also struggling. She is in love with a man she’s never actually met and who has a girlfriend, a man she connected with on an online dating app. When Sebastian Andrews enters her store and makes an offer to buy the building, Gracie never expects to form a friendship with the man who wants to destroy her store but Gracie’s feelings for Sebastian grow leaving Gracie confused as to how she could be falling for two people.

If you are a fan of You’ve Got Mail (and really, who isn’t??) you will fall in love with this story just like I did. The entire cast of characters was super relatable, and the love story was adorable. Thank you Netgalley and Gallery Books for the egalley in exchange for my honest review.