I will admit, I was a little skeptical about the story having a time loop. However, this was done so perfectly. I absolutely loved this story.

The story follows Gemma and Jack. They have been repeating the same day over and over for 147 days. Jack knows he has been repeating the same day while Gemma is not aware. Each day she wakes up and relives the same day as if it is happening for the first time.

Jack has devised a plan to do something different in hopes of getting out of this time loop. He realizes Gemma is the reason for it. When he ran into her it was as if time stopped.

The story takes us through the day Gemma starts to get that déjà vu feeling. Jack and her best friend are there every step of the way. I loved the way things unfolded and how they came together in the end.

This makes you really think about your decisions and everything you do in life. If you had done one thing differently, your life could change and be so different.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Dutton for an eARC in exchange for my honest review.

If you love time loops and rom-coms, and grew up watching 50 First Dates and Groundhogs Day, this is perfect for you!

A quick, but enjoyable read---the chemistry between Gemma and Jack was great, the theme of being stuck and not being able to move on really resonated with me. The bit of magic (time loop) enhanced, but didn't overtake the plot. Jack was a total swoon worthy lead. A lovely read!
Thanks #NetGalley and PENGUIN GROUP Dutton for the ARC.

Jack has been reliving the same day for months and believes the only way out of this circle is to get Gemma Peters to fall in love with him. The Problem? Gemma has a feeling of deja vu, but she cannot remember Jack and she has made a vow not to date musicians again (after her last boyfriend used her).

I had high hopes for this time travel romance and it did not let me down. Do not be worried that you will have to read the same things over and over. This book has a refreshing spin that was utterly enjoyable. Thank you for my gifted copy of this book.

This is a cute romance about a man, Jack, who is stuck in a time loop. He realizes that Gemma, a girl he has run into countless times in his glitch, might be the key to getting him unstuck.

This genre can get repetitive (think of Groundhog Day) and boring but this one is unique in the characters only live one day in the span of the book. There were some incredibly cheesy moments and a third act breakup but overall a very refreshing, short, and enjoyable read!

I'm a total sucker for time loops, and I enjoyed Holly James' twist on the trope. Not only does only one person remember all the previous iterations of the day in question, but it seems the only way to get out of it and move into the future is to get the other to fall in love with him.

The book packed a LOT into just one day, but it worked for me since one character had had many, many days to think about the best way to approach it.

I'm grateful to have had the chance to read the ARC of The Deja Glitch, and I definitely recommend it.

A wonderful, clean romance (endless kissing but anything beyond that is off-page--felt like I needed to clarify that if you were looking for more spice).

It might not have the thrill of a budding romance the way we're used to, but as Gemma struggles with remembering Jack, and how what she needs to do to reclaim her happiness is tied into what Jack has already experienced with her, I still felt the pull. Jack's wide-eyed longing is sweet, even if he comes across as a little too pure for Hollywood. (Again, this is not how this book rolls.)

I'm glad Gemma doesn't get to experience endless days the way Jack had--when I read Christina Lauren's "In a Holidaze," even a half dozen(?) repeats for the female main protagonist, Mae, was a bit tedious. For some readers this contributed to them not feeling a connection to Jack and Gemma's romance, but I did. The fact that a kiss kicks off their time loop in a whole new direction was really sweet.

Yes, there is A LOT that takes place in one day. But that's because Jack has worked out a lot of the kinks, so to speak, knows how certain events keep directing themselves, and so by his very insights manages to inadvertently (with a few times intentionally) shift them once again--hopefully in a direction that brings him and Gemma together, and keeps them together back into a regular old "tomorrow." Obviously it's the final reckoning--both of them finally facing their demons and the life-altering decisions that began "the day before" due to each one's unhappiness--that brings us our HEA.

I'd recommend this, especially to readers who like very low spice romances, if the time loop plot device doesn't go over their heads.

Holly James is a new to me author and after reading (and enjoying) a time loop book earlier this year, I decided to request this one from NetGalley. It was very charming! The tag line said it is a Groundhog Day meets Love Actually but it really gave me more Groundhog Day meets 50 First Dates vibes and I loved that combination. It was so sweet to see Jack’s pursuit of Gemma and trying to get her to remember. The sweet romance, friendship, family/ex boyfriend drama and just overall growth of Gemma throughout the story was an enjoyable read.

I received an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley and opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Content Notes: Infidelity, make-outs/closed door romance

I adore timeloops and while I absolutely LOVED The Deja Glitch, it didn't feel like your normal time loop. We meet Gemma & Jack on the last day of the time loop, but we hear about all 146 days of the time loop from Jack because he is determined to make Gemma fall in love with him to finally end it.

I adored the chemistry between Gemma and Jack. I really loved all the characters because even the side/background characters had so much personality that they truly shown. I loved all of the interactions and I loved how much growth that we saw with Gemma just over the course of one day.

I felt a lot of emotional tie to the book - I actually deducted half a star because of the fact that I didn’t get my normal time loop where we experience the day multiple times.

4.5 stars and I want to re-read this one because it was so much fun the first time that I bet I would love it just as much reading it multiple times.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!

I had never read a time loop trope before and really liked the way that even though the story took place in a matter of days it didn't feel repetitive or boring. I adored all the characters and Lila was my favorite side character of all time! I do wish we had gotten a bit more back story and character development for Jack. His character was great but just wanted more of him and who he was. I loved watching Gemmas self confidence grow throughout the story. If you are looking for a cute rom com, Deja Glitch is a great choice.

4 star rating...Thanks to Holly James, the publisher, and Netgalley for an advanced copy for my honest review.

i absolutely loved this!! i love time loops and it was such a unique twist on the trope, with only one person knowing!! it reminded me a bit of see you yesterday by rachel lynn solomon, since miles and jack are both stuck in the time loop first! watching gemma go from reluctant to confident was such a lovely bit of character growth. i also loved the cast of side characters, although i firmly believe we needed more rex the dog.

Let me start by saying: Holly James, you have a new fan! The Déjà Glitch follows Jack and Gemma, two people who have been stuck in a time loop for almost five months. The problem is Jack remembers everything that has happened and Gemma doesn’t. Now, he needs to get the girl of his dreams to fall in love with him, or be stuck in the time loop forever.

If you love romantic comedies, this is the book for you. This book has everything: meet cutes in a coffee shop, artistic jobs for our leads, family drama, conniving exes, an airport scene, and even a rock star serenade. This book could have been cheesy with all of the tropes, but James wrote it in a way that made every scenario make sense. This book was a ton of fun to read, and unlike other time loop books, this one only focuses on the one day rather than the different iterations of it. I loved the characters and how they were open to admitting their flaws, but acknowledging that they will work through them.

James’ writing is easy to read and she gets straight to the point without flowery language. She made me invested in the characters and I could not help cheering them on to get there happily ever after.

One thing I will say is that the book did start off slow, but it was only for the first chapter or two.

Rating: 4.5⭐️. I absolutely loved this book and cannot wait for you all to experience it.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This book comes out 8/1!

A fresh take on the time loop romance and genuinely pretty adorable. I've never seen a time loop story mainly from the perspective of the non-looping individual, and was hooked instantly. This story is very sweet, with characters who feel generally like real people with credible problems (except maybe the time looping). A great choice for those who like their fluffy silliness to have a little weight and heft to it.

Finally, a time loop romcom that doesn't make the reader sit through chapter after chapter of that day actually repeating! Holly James gives us about a day and a half of repetition just to get the point across and then uses Jack's memories and anecdotes to show how his day has been repeated 148 times.

The Deja Glitch is a sweet closed-door romance that moves quickly and has a clear intention. You know that they'll come together in the end and a happily ever after will ensue. However, James doesn't speed the love story up to an unrealistic degree; you still feel like Gemma and Jack could break up for other circumstances a year or more down the line, despite falling in love that day.

The plot doesn't waste time on unredeemable villains and the exes come and go pretty quickly which is appreciated. The chapters are on the longer side but events move quickly and time isn't wasted.

Overall, this is adorable and shows that the time loop trope can still be done well.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for a review.

This was a fun read with a high concept premise. Jack keeps reliving the same day over and over, ala Groundhog Day, only he's not a jerk. He has been falling for Emma more each day, but she doesn't even remember him. Emma gradually realizes that she has an advanced case of deja vu and together they try to find a way to break out of the time loop.

I liked both Emma and Jack and was rooting for their solution. Emma's dynamic friend Lila deserves her own story. This was a fun, cute read.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book

The Deja Glitch Holly James

One day, Jack runs into Gemma and his whole world shifts. There is a loop that Gemma does not even realize is happening but Jack does. They have a day to figure out how to fix it.

This book pulled me in from the beginning with the concept. I was a little hesitant but absolutely loved it. Gemma and Jack are characters who we really care about. Jack was just a dreamboat. He is just trying to right his life and get Gemma there with him. Gemma's best friend, Lila, along with others adds to the fun of the book. I have never read Holly James before but it seems like her books are concepts that make you think and keep you on your toes.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. If you are looking for a fun closed door romance with a twist, this is a book for you!

Thank you to NetGalley, Penguin, and Holly James for the e-ARC. This review is my own opinion.

In this book we have Gemma and Jack who get stuck in a time loop; doomed to repeat the same day over and over again. The only way to break the loop? Our main characters must fall in love in one day.

I’ve only read one other time loop book so I’m new to this type of story line but this one didn’t really feel very loop-y? However, I thought it was a cute read overall.

There were a couple things I didn’t love, and the first thing was the long chapters. It’s probably just a personal preference but any book with long chapters, I just feel like they drain me so quickly if the story isn’t high paced. But I feel like that’s a me problem?

The second thing was there was so much that happened that I would forget it was all happening in one single day and that kept me from being able to fully submerse myself in the story.

The character development was okay. I wasn’t super in love with Gemma or Jack, but I will say how much I loved Gemma’s best friend Lila. She made such a great side character. So if Holly ever decided write a story for her, I would immediately jump on the chance to read it.

Thank you Penguin Group/Dutton and Netgalley for providing this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book is absolutely adorable! I loved the twist on the classic time loop trope! I really enjoyed watching Gemma and Jack try to find their way to their love story. Overall, this was a great read!

4/5 Stars.

Description: If someone told you you had been living the same day over and over again, would you believe them? Because after Jack and Gemma crash into each other in a coffee shop, Jack reveals they've met before but Gemma has no memory of this. What type of loop are they stuck in? How can Gemma get out? Will they be able to get out of it or will Gemma forget all of this tomorrow?

The good:
- I think the story was refreshing, a unique romance story that I haven't read before (even though there are familiar tropes).
- The science part behind it was interesting.
- I do like all the characters in this book, and the characters who are written to be awful were written very well
- There is a major plot twist that I did not see coming. After that twist, I was completely invested in the book.

The loss of a star:
- As mentioned above, there is a plot twist I loved. However, this does not happen until 1/3 of the way through the book. The first 1/3 I found slow and honestly didn't see from that first 1/3 how this could be a full-length book. Due to that slower beginning, that's why I took a star off.

Overall: If you get to the plot twist and still don't like it, I'd DNF. However, if the plot twist compels you to keep reading as it compelled me, I think you'll really enjoy the book!

What a fun romance! Jack has been stuck in a daylong time loop for 147 days. He needs to convince Gemma that she’s stuck too, and that they need to switch things up to break free of the glitch. The entire story basically takes place on day 148, when they run all over Los Angeles getting to know one another and dealing with personal issues that they’ve been putting off for way too long. The Groundhog Day premise means Gemma needs to fall for Jack fast, so there is an element of insta-love. However I’ve never minded insta-love in a novel, and I thought it was written here with charm and believability.
Jack is such a cinnamon roll MMC, it’s no wonder Gemma is falling for him. He is super kind and sweet, and enthusiastically supportive of Gemma at every turn. Gemma has a ride-or-die-bestie named Lila who brings a ton of fun to the story. She is the perfect sidekick! We also meet coworkers and family members who round out the cast of characters and provide several road block type plot points during the day long adventure.
This is a sweet romance - kissing only - with a magical element, that also includes real-world issues Gemma and Jack need to deal with. For a quick romantic read when you don’t mind suspending reality a bit, I highly recommend this one!
Thanks so much to NetGalley and the author for the eARC to read and review. All opinions are my own.