I have two requirements when it comes to books - make it smart and make it bookish. Blame it on the Bronte's is the absolutley perfect combination of these two elements and will appeal to every bookish, romcom, bibliophile out there.
The snappy dialogue and the quick witted literary references were so natural and entertaining that I wanted to live in this story. Athena and Thorn, our lovers to enemies are surrounded by such a hilarious gaggle of community members and family and yet there are some really touching moments too. I loved the almost perfect tie in of books, baked goods and best friends - it is absolutely a book lovers dream!

3.5⭐️
Blame It on the Brontes by Annie Sereno was a cozy romance. Kinda like a cozy mystery feel?! Not to serious but lots of side characters and mystery.
Books about books is my favorite and Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights are my favorite jam. So I sank down into my comfy reading spot with my favorite blanket and dove right in.
It started out strong and I love a second chance. But as the novel progressed I wanted the romance to start back up sooner. Stronger. And for a minute I thought it might never happen. Couldn’t there be more tension? Long glances? Undeniable chemistry?
I loved this and then I didn’t and then I did again. But mostly I wanted more…
I started out reading this and finished by listening to this on audio. The narrated was Katie Schorr and she was great. She did a really good job with this. And it was enjoyable. Will I read another by her? Maybe
Thanks Hachette Audio and Grand Central Publishing via NetGalley.

Thank you Hachette Audio and Netgalley for this alc.

It was an easy enterteining book. There were many characters but it worked out nice. For my taste maybe a little to many soapopera moments. But if you like reading about secrets and matching, betraying and more. This autors stories in books always make me smile. Great ending guaranteed.

I really enjoyed this dual perspective third chance at love story between English Professor Athena and Thorne, her college sweetheart and the man who broke her heart after he dumped her without any explanation. When Athena returns home on a sabbatical determined to write a book uncovering the mysterious C. L. Garland who writes spicy retellings of classic love stories she runs into Thorne, who has taken over the local cafe and is her new boss.

Full of witty banter and great chemistry, Athena and Thorne slowly repair their relationship. The miscommunication trope is huge in this book so if that's not your thing you might want to pass. I didn't mind it so much when you learn why Thorne kept secrets from Athena but it is a big plot device. Other strong points included the mental health and caregiver rep, small town charm and great Bronte references. The characters do definitely hook up but this is a fade to black, closed door romance which was the biggest flaw for me. The characters get us all worked up and then it's the morning after - is there anything worse??

Overall though this was a fun read that I do recommend, especially for Bronte lovers. It was also great on audio narrated by Katie Schorr. There are a couple (somewhat predictable) surprise reveals but definitely a solid, highly enjoyable story. Much thanks to NetGalley and Forever for my advance review copies!