The Book Proposal by KJ Micciche. Pub Date: May 16, 2023. Rating: 1 star. I love the premise of a romance author who personally struggles with love to potentially find love in the end. Honestly, the entire scenario of how her ex impregnated their wedding planner and the main character ends up emailing her high school crush because of it following a night of drinking was so far fetched to me. I felt the author was reaching for a ridiculous scenario to hopefully create a romance out of it. I wanted to like this novel and maybe Gracie and Colin may have had more substance to their courtship if it was not all email driven, but overall I felt this novel lacked in multiple ways. Thanks to #netgalley and #sourcebookscasablanca for this e-arc in exchange for my honest review.

2.5 stars

The blurb of this book was so promising, but it wasn't what I was hoping for.

It was too long and over the top ridiculous with characters that were unlikeable at times. A number of the moments meant to be humorous felt forced and jarring to read instead. It was like when in a movie the protagonist is just too quirky and accident prone. I think this author just isn't for me.

Unfortunately, after multiple attempts I have been unable to get into this book. It felt very slow for me and the characters were not likable which made it hard to root for them and enjoy the story. Due to that I have decided to soft DNF the book and potentially pick it up at a later date.

DNF

I couldn’t get past the slovenly nature of the leading lady. I’m assuming it was supposed to be humorous and “real” but the constant gastrointestinal mentions were just gross, unromantic, and offputting. I absolutely understand why this woman is horrible in love. I’d look elsewhere too.

Oh boy, this book’s plot was absolutely sensational (initially at least). While Colin and Gracie do make some questionable decisions, I really enjoyed the drama lol. Mid ending though despite a strong start. Would recommend as a one-sitting-beach-read!✨

I enjoyed this rom-com of a book! FMC Gracie is a romance author who is struggling after her fiance dumps her for their wedding planner, and her book is due like, yesterday. She is a bit of a hot mess, honestly. After a few too many drinks she winds up looking through her high school yearbook and then emails her former crush, Colin. AND HE REPLIES. He's also just had a relationship end, so they do a bit of commiserating together. He comes up with a plan to help Gracie break through her writer's block.

The plan becomes a bit chaotic when they discover different ways in which their lives have overlapped. Along the way, they learn a lot about themselves and their past. It's obviously a bit outlandish at times, but it mostly adds to the humor.

I wish there were better supporting characters in this story. I honestly can't recall any of them, except Colin's ex. And the timeline/ pacing seemed a bit rush. That being said, it was a quick read, and it made me laugh. I would certainly read more by this author.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for the opportunity to read and review this arc honestly.

I really wanted to like this book. The summary, tropes, cover of the book- felt right up my alley but so much of it was cringey. I tried to give it the benefit of the doubt, Maybe she’s got a medical condition for the gastric issues, but no, it felt like a cheap way to get laughs, but not funny laughs, just cringey. The main guy was a walking red flag. Just the whole thing, there’s so many books to read I wouldn’t necessarily suggest this one unless you want to read a train wreck with unlikeable characters.

What a tasty moving story! This is so well devised and written that I cannot recommend it highly enough. The title is catchy and promises a new look at a romance. It is just that! The characters are so well-developed that they could be your neighbor.

The blurb and cover are great but this book was eh. It was a funny and light read but something was just missing. The characters acted like teenagers and it was one big mess.

First of all, this is more of a 3.5 or maybe a 3.8, so I rounded to a 4. Secondly, The Book Proposal had a weak start. I honestly wanted to put the book down after the first few chapters, but something about the storyline and the dual points of view kept my interest. The main character was a bit immature, but this may be intensional so the reader can see her growth and story arc.

The audiobook was well done and the narrator was clear and emotional.

Thank you for the advance copy.

I absolutely loved this book! I don't think I have even laughed out loud as much as I did while reading this. The banter between Gracie and Colin was hysterical, and if I'm being honest, sounded a lot like the banter between my husband and myself. This book was so sweet and cute, with an emotional aspect I wasn't expecting. Loved it!

This book seriously just left me with the warmest, fuzziest feelings ever Simply reached right into the heart and had me connected so deeply with each of the characters. Absolutely LOVE the writing!!

I love the cover! Instantly drew me in and made me request to read. I enjoyed this book and will definitely be reading more from Micciche in the future!

3.5 stars. Thanks to Netgally and SOURCEBOOKS Casablanca for granting my wish for this book. There were parts that made me giggle out loud. Yes giggle like a young girl. I loved that they emailed back and forth. I also loved the concept of actually reading the story that was being written even though I aint gonna lie it was wild. Even though Im usually a girl that needs like a after of what happened the ending was cute and I felt fulfilled.

Sadly, I DNF'd this book rather quickly. I felt that the protagonist was rather immature and I didn't want to even try and push myself to continue reading.

This was adorable ! I loved it and the love story! At first I thought the MC was a bit annoying but I changed my mind at the end

Here's the thing, I didn't hate this book because she started at 8%, relatable. Sometimes you think you're gonna fart and it's not a fart. I didn't have issues with it being relatable, talking about self grooming, tummy problem in some restaurants. I didn't even have issues with the FMC being a romance author that allegedly writes smuts and the book is close door. None of those things bothered me.

What bothered me and made this book a one start book, is the fact this book used phrases like "turned her into a lesbian" "I'm not a lesbian anymore". What bothered me what the Colin knew his ex-wife was a literary agent and still helped Gracie write a book making another woman a villain because she cheated on him with a woman. Fine, he didn't know that his ex-wife was her literary agent, but bruh!!!!! "Maybe part of me wanted her to read this book so she would know how much she hurt me".

Gross. Hated this man. Hated this book.

I really wanted to like this book.... but it just didnt click... I don't know if it was the writing, the plot development or the characters or just me not being in the right mood.

Rating 3 stars because I know that my friends who like romcom would have liked this book.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book.

There were a lot of aspects about this book that I enjoyed and appreciated.
It did make me smile and laugh a little bit at times, however I’m not the biggest fan of the Misunderstandings troupe, or Colin’s using Gracie to get back at his Ex.