Practice Makes Perfect is part of a series but can be read as a stand alone. This is Will and Annie’s story. Annie is a sweet and introvert. Will is the grumpy bodyguard, who has seen a lot. I loved the quirky meddlesome town folks. This is a fun rom-com book. A quick read with laugh out loud moments. I can’t wait for the next one in the series. Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group/Ballantine for the E-ARC. This is my own opinion.

Oh my goodness I was so excited when I saw that this was added to my list of books to review. I moved it to the front of the line of my TBR and read it all in one sitting. I was so enthralled with the story and so happy to be back in the small town from the first book in this series. Loved every moment! Would give them 11 out of 10 stars if I could. Perfectly paced to keep me wanting to read more.

I was such a fool for thinking I wouldn’t love this as much as When in Rome and I think I might have loved it even MORE? I such a sucker for small town romances and it was a joy to return to Rome, Kentucky with all the meddling townspeople.

I related to Annie with her social anxiety and having a hard time standing up for herself, but loved seeing her come into her own and go after what she wants!! This book was so fun and sweet from start to finish. Annie and Will have my whole entire heart.

Grumpy man who doesn't believe in love and sunshine girl who dreams of fairytale, romance will always be a hit. WillAnnie served one of the best grumpysunshine couple,

Also seeing now NoahAmelia crumbs are so cute, i was blushing seeing them together in love and being mushy mushy. These two together created magic which was hard to miss.

Can't wait to see next sarah adams book.

This is the platonic ideal of cozy small town romance for hallmark fans and a gateway to the more spicy reality of the market

5 Stars - If you loved When in Rome, then you must read this next book by Sarah Adams to see what everyone is up to in Rome, Kentucky. Practice Makes Perfect picks up right where we left off with Amelia and Noah … well, I won’t say anything else about that. No spoilers in this review. However, I will say that you must read When in Rome first.

Within minutes of starting Practice Makes Perfect I felt like I was going back to a town that I loved. The people I knew were all there, as well as a few new ones. In fact, that’s what makes this book so good and so hard to put down; it’s the “to be continued” from the will they won't they, happily ever after love story. Annabelle was a supporting character in the first book and we only had a glimpse into her life - She is the youngest of the three sisters and owns the local flower shop. Now she is the main character and watching her grow and learn to love herself for who she is at her core was beautiful. Growing up without parents has left her broken and when she turns to Will (Amelia’s bodyguard) for guidance in the dating world, she learns that he too is walking a similar path to love. What starts out as ‘Dating Lessons 101’ with time in and time outs, quickly becomes real as feelings develop between two people that seem to be polar opposites. At least on the outside, but inside they may want the exact same thing. From Angel Annie to steamy pirate romance novels played out in her daydreams, the story of Annie and Will’s relationship made me laugh out loud and shed a few tears.

Sarah Adams has created this family, the Walkers from small town Rome, Kentucky and writes so beautifully about their relationship with each other as siblings and the secrets that are kept from each other and those around them. Yet one person, Mabel, seems to know exactly what everyone needs and can make everything better with a smile and a hug … and Jason, that neighbor we’ve known all our lives, the one who is like a brother, well he may just be the next person we learn has a secret love. I can’t wait to see what happens next in Rome, Kentucky!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for sending this ARC for my review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I give this book 5 Stars.

Practice Makes Perfect is available for purchase on May 2, 2023

Annie is the youngest in her family and is essentially seen as a goody goody. She feels like something is missing in her life and determines it is a husband and kids so she sets out to fix this issue. However, Annie doesn't have much dating experience and after a bad first date she confides in her soon to be sister-in-law. Said sister-in-law then sets out to help Annie with the assistance of her body guard.
I didn't realize this was the second in a series and haven't read the first, but that did not affect my enjoyment at all. If you love small town romances, this is definitely one to pick up. The characters, both main and side, are likeable and the story is great.

Florist Annie Walker feels like there’s something big missing in her life. A closet romance reader and romantic, she decides the missing piece of her puzzle is a husband and family of her own. After an epically bad date, introverted Annie is discouraged with her inability to put herself out there and connect with others. Amelia, Annie’s future sister in law and music superstar, hatches a plan to help Annie. Amelia’s bodyguard, Will Griffin, will become Annie’s dating coach and help her practice her real world dating skills. Outgoing, adventurous Will is perfect for the job. He’s got the skill set required and because of he’s traumatic childhood has no intentions of marrying…ever. Which means there’s no chance of these two opposites catching feelings for each other. At first Will is reluctant to help. He thinks Annie is wonderful and shouldn’t have to change for others. Annie, however, is tired of living in the box her family and community has stuffed her into. Angel Annie, perfect Annie, sweet, quiet, innocent Annie. She wants her loved ones to finally see who she really is and wants Will to help her. But what happens when fake dating becomes all to real?

A so, so sweet slow burn from Sarah Adams. I loved Annie. It’s nice to see an introverted character so well represented. She’s uncomfortable in crowded situations and with new people, but she’s not a doormat. When she’s in familiar surroundings with loved ones, she’s fun and sweetly funny. Will is such a good complement to her. He’s outgoing and adventurous, a bit of a risk taker, but he’s not a jerk. He enjoys Annie and is gentle with her feelings, but he’s willing to push her as she tries to show the world the real Annie. The relationships Annie has with her siblings are realistic and fleshed out. Annie is so concerned with their feelings and making them happy, she loses bits of herself in the process even though she knows they love her unconditionally. Adams has created an hilarious cast of characters in the citizens of Rome. They’re big, bold, nosy, gossipy, and protective of their own. Things you most assuredly find in real life small towns. The busybodies of Rome play an integral roll as Annie and Will dance around each other and their relationship. A magical, small town romance. I can’t wait to return to Rome for the next Walker siblings adventure.

I absolutely adored this book. I never thought a book could top When in Rome but this one takes the cake. I loved that while it had conflict, the book was still kept light and humorous. Will Griffin might just be one of my new favorite book boyfriends. I love that the story ended a little bit differently than most…yet still with a HEA. Annie’s journey to find her true self was relatable and honest and I love that this book included that journey as well. Sarah Adams….YOU HAVE DONE IT AGAIN!

Brilliant, amazing, what can I said , I beyond adored the book, amazing follow up for when in rome and im here for the reat of the books, definitely will be back with a more thru review.

Sarah Adams is back with another adorable, will give you all the butterflies, rom-com. Practice Makes Perfect has Sarah’s signature sweetness infused with Southern charm and a cast of lovable characters. A modern retelling of Funny Face circa 1957, readers follow Annie (Noah’s youngest sister from book 1 of the series, When in Rome), as she works with Will Griffin, Amelia’s bodyguard and serial dater, to improve her success with dating.

Annie is known for her kindness and sweet disposition, but she is tired of being underestimated by her family, the town, and eligible bachelors. She has depth and wants the chance to break free from the mold. Will, a charming workaholic, who prefers adventures to putting down roots, refuses to settle down after a traumatic childhood with his dysfunctional parents. After some meddling from Amelia (his boss and Annie’s soon to be sister-in-law) Will agrees to be Annie’s dating coach. However, between their instant connection and growing bond, both their feelings and futures are on the line.

I loved the small-town vibes and fake dating/ teach me how to date dynamic of this book. Sarah Adams has such a gift with writing relatable and endearing internal character dialogue. I related so much to Annie’s personality. She is shy and introverted with some social anxiety and has trouble navigating and participating in some social situations. I really enjoyed watching her break out of her shell and start living for herself.

It is closed door with the tiniest peak. There is so much build up to intimacy that every touch, every kiss, every finger brush makes this book sparkle with chemistry. The language is respectful and delicate, focused on their connection. The steamy scenes are so tender and handled with so much care.

I had a great time reading this book. It is impossible to read a Sarah Adams book and finish feeling anything but happiness. Joyful, lovely, and sweet!

Thank you so much to Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine, Dell and Net Galley for an opportunity to read this one early!

2 stars, for a Goodreads rating of it was OK. Practice Makes Perfect did not keep my interest and just was….boring. I had no desire to keep coming back to the story.
I was so looking forward to this book after reading the reviews, and then the inscription really got me excited! However, Practice Makes Perfect didn’t have the same funny and fun feeling as The Cheat Sheet.
Also, the writing felt herky jerky. When describing Annie’s relationship with her sisters compared to Amelia, I’m pretty certain the same sentence showed up three times within the first ten chapters. Similarly, the conversation between Will and his brother regarding his engagement was so unnatural. I personally couldn’t get into the romance or the writing. This one just wasn’t for me.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing this ARC.

An adorably sweet romantic comedy. I loved the main characters, their chemistry, and their fun banter. There was just enough heat and tension with a great balance of serious and light. I would definitely recommend!

I read this on a plan ride to Minneapolis and the nine year old boy next to me must have thought I was crazy with how much I smiled, gasped, and laughed out loud.
I've been a Sarah Adams fan for several years and this is, without a doubt, the absolute best book she's ever written. I don't think I've ever related to a character so much in my life, or wanted it to come alive in my own life. Absolute addiction for softhearted people like myself (or, like me, those of us who love spicy romance without the rest of the world knowing), Will and Annie compliment each other in the best ways, and if I could take that man out of the pages and make him my own you better believe I would. Thank you Sarah, for ensuring I will never date because I will always be searching for my own Will.
So much of this book is gold. So many lines are perfection I want to paint on my walls. As soon as I finished this book I wanted to open it right back up to live in this world and Sarah's words forever.

Thank you NetGallery for the ARC in exchange for my completely honest review!

Yup I loved this go read it. This is my fav book of hers!
Small town
Grumpy/sunshine
Fake dating
Friends to lovers

Thanks Netgalley for my free ebook <3

Oh how I adored this book. It’s a small town cozy read. I found myself broken hearted when the last page turned revealing no more.

Annie has big goals but one she never thought to think of was to really find out who she is and what’s she really wants! She is blinded by the need for a wedding family and white picket fence. But is she willing to give up herself for it ? She has a lot to learn and this sexy bodyguard is more then willing to help her discover what she’s truly looking for.

I thought this was super sweet and it warmed my heart. It’s a bit fade to black which my smut loving heart had to accept but the love found between the pages makes up for the missing lust between the sheets. If you need a pick me up this is a definite read to fit the bill.

In short:
Did I like it? No I LOVED it!
Would I recommend it? Absolutely!
Would I read more by this author? For sure.

WOW! Another amazing book by Sarah Adams. I loved Will and Annie’s story so much. Their development as a couple and individual character growth was so good. I loved the side characters and getting a peak at Noah and Amelia without the book being about them. I want to live with Will and Annie forever, I didn’t want it to end. An incredible story.
*I do wish we got to know what Will’s full name is—William, Wilton, Williamton, Wilbur

A simple romcom about a sunshine/grumpy couple set in Rome, Kentucky. The story is predictable and a bit bland. It follows adult virgin, small-town, good-girl, and ex-military bad boy bodyguard. He isn't her bodyguard, but her friend's. There is fake dating, but they're pretty much really dating.

Pretty clean romance with fade to black bedroom scenes, while we're still in the room.

The storyline wasn't objectively bad, but I didn't find anything noteworthy to help rate this book higher. Would be a good read for someone who was a quick, cute, simple, clean romance read.

Book releases in May 2023

Thank you for the eARC, Sarah Adams, Random House Publishing Group - Ballentine, and NetGalley.

As usual, I fully enjoyed this title from Sarah Adams, as it so clean and sweet but still REALLY good at the achingly swoony romance. I love the setting in Rome, too. The small town-ness of the people and the plot always make me laugh. A fun fun read! 💜📚

This book was absolutely lovely. I am a long-time fan of Sarah Adams, but I think this just might be my favorite of hers yet. It was passionate, heartfelt, relatable, and so, so sweet. Annie was the most relatable character I’ve read, and the way Will treated her was absolutely beautiful to see. I can’t wait to visit this town and family again!

Read if you love:
- good girl x bad boy
- small town
- practice dating
- Audrey Hepburn movies
- book lover heroines