If you were looking for a book that has banter has characters quite like each other in the beginning, but really fall for each other in a realistic way. This is the book for you. I found it to be well written, and I really did enjoy how the plot flowed throughout the book.

Another fun read from my one of my all-time favorite romance novelists - you just can't ever go wrong with Jasmine Guillory!!

I am a librarian which means I was a pretty bookish child, which also means that I grew up loving Beauty and the Beast. Belle was, after all, the book-girl princess. So I was so excited for this book from a romance author I love. It is enemies to lovers, based on a fairy tale, and a rom-com -- these are things I love. So of course I really liked this book. Izzy is a likable and relatable protagonist and Beau is broody and tortured but certainly less dramatic than the actual beast. This is a fun romance story without too much spice. Fans of Jasmine Guillory will be very satisfied.

So cute!! I was living for these two! I love a book set within the publishing industry and By the Book did not miss. Beau had some really great character development (that let’s be real, is kind of swoon-worthy). A truly modernized Beauty and the Beast retelling.

This was another fun, swoony, romantic entry in the Guillory universe. A perfect fun read—can't wait for more!

I am a huge Jasmine Guillory fan but I'm also a mood reader so I wasn't really in the mood for a romance/rom com when I started but I was so happy I did by the end. With both subltle and pretty on the nose Beauty and the Beast references woven throughout, it's still the best of what Jasmine Guillory does with a love story. I was rooting for the characters and I got my HEA without the eye roll that sometimes accompanies it for being too tidy and too predictable.

Thank you to NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue for the opportunity to read the book. All opinions expressed are mine alone.

4 out of 4 stars!

Jasmine Guillory has solidified herself as the RomCom queen, and I will continue to read everything she puts out. Loved this book, and the chemistry between the characters. She had me hooked from the first page.

Thank you, NetGalley, and Hyperion Avenue for the ARC. By the Book by Jasmine Guillory was a fun modern retelling of Beauty and the Beast. The author did a nice job adapting the classic fairy tale to the current world. A cute, easy read, I would recommend to anyone who can’t resist a HEA!

By the Book had me so excited as I was thrilled to read a beauty and the beast retelling. The beginning was strong, but about 25% in, the story started to lose by interest. I can't put my finger on what was missing...maybe tension?

In the past Jasmine Guillory has always been a five-star author for me and thankfully she continues to be.

Thanks to NetGalley / Edelweiss and the publisher for providing me with an eARC of this book in exchange for a review.

I loved By The Book! It was a fun book and the concept was so interesting. Izzy editing Beau's book was a really interesting way to create tension and it made the plot easy to read because it was so fun. I will be reading Jasmine's books in the future because By the Book was so sweet.

This book packed a lot of punch in such a small package! And it super enjoyable! I normally don’t love loose retelling for fairytales but this was done super well!

Ever want to read a fairytale that takes places in today’s modern world? Well, Jasmine Guillory delivered just that with this book. Books about books are like extra icing on the cake! This is a retelling of a fairytale and I loved everything about it. The characters, the plot, and the romance. I felt like it dragged in the middle/end but overall it was a great read.

Thank you to the publisher for allowing me advance access to this title. I really enjoyed reading this story and look forward to reading more from this author. As a reader, I am really motivated by character driven stories and I found myself quickly becoming immersed in these characters’ lives. Full review to come.

Jasmine continues to amaze us readers. I’m not one that is into romance novels but this as a start will have me wanting to read all of Jasmine’s novels. The characters could be real people. The love and drama can be real life . I appreciate her relatable writing , the twist and turns keep you reading. It was a fast quick read

By the Book is a charming and heartwarming romance novel by Jasmine Guillory. Guillory does a wonderful job of creating two likable and relatable characters in Izzy and Beau. Izzy is a strong and independent woman who is fiercely passionate about her work. Beau is a complex and wounded man who is struggling to find his way in the world. The two of them have a natural chemistry that is undeniable. This is a sweet and tender romance that will leave you feeling happy and uplifted once you finish!

I love everything that Jasmine Guillory writes! By the Book (a Meant to Be Novel) was no exception. She writes the best characters!

Thank you to Netgalley and Hyperion Avenue for sending me a copy of this book! All opinions are my own!

This was such a cute Beauty and the Beast retelling, and I devoured it so quickly! I absolutely loved all of the little nods to the original story! It was all really well placed and stayed away from veering into the realm of cheesy, and I really appreciated that for a romcom!

I loved the chemistry between Izzy and Beau and I really enjoyed the way that their relationship progressed so naturally. They actually got to know each other and ended up bonding despite their differences. I loved the ways that they bonded and the banter between them and the fact that, despite the attraction at first sight, there wasn't instalove. They ended up being so cute and I loved watching them together!

I also really enjoyed the look into the publishing industry and (lack of) diversity within it. This really gave such a cool depth to the story for book lovers to see and understand a bit more about the behind the scenes of the work.

If you're a romcom fan, you'll definitely want to check this out!

I loved this one. Jasmine Guillory is a treat to read always. Fans of hers will adore this book as much as her others. Thank you netgalley for a copy!

Once again an amazing Disney retelling!! These Meant to Be books are so much fun and I love that they are for an adult audience! This book is fun and heartfelt and a great one for book lovers! I always love Jasmine's writing and this was no different. I can't wait to see what comes next in the Meant to Be series!!