I would give the romance a 2/5 but the actual story a 3.8/5

This book was recommended to me as a romance but there is barely any in it. I would call this story more of a women's fiction. It is really interesting to see Edie's growth as a character and the dynamic she has with her cousin and neighbors, I will say this book did have me staying up trying to find out what will happen next. I like drama ;) Certain scenes had me gasping and honestly I felt so betrayed too because I was tricked alongside Edie. Its filled with friendships, betrayal, workplace problems, bantering and a drop of romance,

Thank you Netgalley for the arc in exchange for an honest review

Thank you to Netgalley for this e-arc in exchange for an honest review!

The cover is definitely quite misleading as I felt this was more of a character driven book rather than a romance, so don’t go into it expecting that. I enjoyed reading about Edie’s journey of navigating through awful friends, learning from mistakes and trusting people.

I think I started to enjoy this more once I took the romance notion out and began to appreciate Edith’s attempts at patching up issues after the exit of a manipulative coworker. The characters were interesting, but I wouldn’t say I felt quite attracted to them as I was to the main character. I found Kerry and Edith’s friendship quite fun.

I wouldn’t necessarily say this is a slow burn romance, as Edith spends most of the book with friends and focusing on her career rather than looking for love. The final chapter was my favourite and I wish there was a continuation but I’m really happy with the ending.

Well, this wasn’t what I expected as it is definitely more of a Womens fiction than a true romance. The story centers around Edie and Cameron, two coworkers who grow to have feelings towards each other. There is also some side characters. This is also a novel based in the UK. Overall it was just ok for me. I did like the ending. Thank you to netgalley for the ARC.

This book is more like fiction with romance in it, rather than an actual romance book. This was my first time reading Jo Platt, and I enjoyed it! The way she wrote Ruby was incredible, because you can just FEEL that there's something off about her relationship with Edie. I wished there was a little more Cameron, but I actually really liked how this story was more about Edie and her journey with learning to trust herself and others. Not a bad read overall, but I probably won't read it again. I'll definitely try out some of Jo Platt's other works though!

despite the cover suggesting otherwise, i wouldn't say this is a true romance. the story is more about edie's journey through trusting the wrong people, learning how to grow stronger through mistakes made, and ultimately figuring herself out through a series of events that has a very slow burn love story intertwined within the narrative.

it was only after taking the romance notion out of mind that you see this is a character driven story about what constitutes a true friendship. through a work relationship with a manipulative co-worker, edith finds how taxing it can be when that person exits your life after detonating a bomb that could threaten more than your career, as it impacts her personality and how she views others around her. it's only through the truth and how those implode, that she begins to climb out of the debris left behind.

i think going into this without the romance in mind is the best way to read the book. i wouldn't even necessarily call it a slow burn, as a good percentage of the book is spent on her friendships with others rather than looking for love. the latter half is on repair and forgiveness, with a very minute part of the book dedicated to growing a love story. i did enjoy the final chapter, almost wishing that it continued from that point forward for at least a few more, but all said and done, it was a good journey to take with a character that has flaws, but you feel for despite them.

I found this clunky. It took so long to get into and then I found aspects of the story a bit difficult to stomach. Not the best book I’ve read this year by a long shot.

A quick read focusing on friendship, relationships and betrayal. I enjoyed both the story and the characters. A nice book for a lazy winter Saturday

An interesting read about a workplace romance. Edie and Cameron, initially, don’t have a lot in common, but they eventually work out common grounds. As the book progressed I wasn’t sure if they would ever get it together, even at the end I was left in doubt. So read it for yourself to see if they work it out.

Working It Out by Jo Platt is a great contemporary romcom that kept me entertained and chuckling from beginning to end.

I really enjoyed this romance between Cameron and Edie. Misinterpretation and miscommunications add to obstacles that the characters must face at first before things can evolve and change. I enjoyed the growth, progression, and actual change between the main characters. Both deserved a second chance in life, love, and from one another.

I thought the dialogue was quick, the little comments/one-liners/banter that was sprinkled throughout the book in perfect balance to some of the more serious subject matter. I would find myself literally laughing out loud at certain moments.

I really enjoyed this book and look forward to more from this author.

5/5 stars

Thank you NG and Canelo Publishing for this wonderful arc and in return I am submitting my unbiased and voluntary review and opinion.

I am posting this review to my GR and Bookbub accounts immediately and will post it to my Amazon, Instagram, and B&N accounts upon publication on 2/3/22.

The story of Edie and Cameron. They work together, and don't get off to the best of starts, and then he appears in her social life as well. Will she give him a chance when she realises she was wrong about him?

Loved the side story too!

A great read, looking forward to move from this author.

Working It Out is my first Jo Platt read.
And how I've never heard read her work before is beyond me.
Because this was a very cute and light story.
This book is funny, light-hearted and romantic!
Working It Out by Jo Platt is a very well written story with great characters.
Platt set the scene and introduced the characters well and it was a joy to read.
I really adored this one from start to finish. It’s my first novel by this author, but it won’t be the last.
I just couldn’t read enough, it was so much fun.
This is the kind of book which leaves you grinning and smiling throughout the book.
With it's hilarious moments, and there are many.
If you enjoy a good, funny read with an entertaining story line then this is for you.

Canelo and NetGalley,
Thank You for this eARC!
I will post and tag to my platforms closer to pub date.