Loved it! Such a sweet clean romance- I didn’t think I would enjoy this one but it made me laugh! The characters were perfect and believable. I will definitely pick up more from this author. I rarely give 5 stars, especially to romances but this one earns it.

I really enjoyed this continuation in the series so much. Annie and Will were so sweet together. I’m always a sucker for a relationship that grows from “lessons” when he’s teaching her how to be more desirable. I would recommend this read to anyone who is a fan of light hearted romances with MC’s that are non toxic and communicate their emotions.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

💐 opposites attract trope
💐 grumpy-sunshine
💐 fake dating
💐 small town romance
💐 romantic comedy
💐 protective MMC

This is a MUST READ to everyone who enjoys fake dating and “introverts who are ready to shine”

Annie is such a relatable character and is a giant bookworm. I just loved the banter that they have with each other. And who doesn’t love a tattooed MMC but a softie at heart???

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This book was yet another amazing read by Sarah Adams. It was like nice big hug that you needed after a long work week. I devoured, DEVOURED this book and dare I say it might be even better than the first!? I feel like everyone can relate to sweet Annie especially when it comes to hiding yourself to make others feel better. And everyone WANTS a Will in their life. A bad boy exterior who is really a teddy bear under his hard shell.

I will never stop talking about how good Sarah Adams’ writing is. It’s funny, witty, and she has a way of making the genre of romance good again. She takes cliches and making them readable. She writes the guys POV like a guy would actually sound, instead of it sounding like a girl author writing a male perspective. Finally, she makes the plot realistic. This is not like a hallmark movie (it’s better) where the guy and girl bump into each other 2 or 3 times and then BAM they’re in love. There’s a plot, a story line, a reason to their hesitations, the characters actually have back stories and good ones, too. And most of all, when the guy and girl finally decide to be together, she stays true to their characters with a realistic but romantic happy ever after. She is my new favorite author and these are my new favorite books! 5 stars!!!!

Everything about this book is wonderful -- from chapter one, Annie's voice shines on the page. She's quirky, comical, and embarrassingly relatable at times, so much so that I cringe for her...but in the best ways. Will is an attractive bodyguard with tattoos, need I say more?

Their chemistry is palpable and sweet, making this one of my favorite stories.

After reading When in Rome, I became a fan of Sarah Adam’s writing. I felt like I could relate to Annie where she grew up with many siblings and feeling like nobody would understand her passion for reading romance. It reminded me of a younger version of me wanting to find my voice. It was a closed door romance which is my fave but overall I loved the plot and characters so it was enjoyable.

Practice Makes Perfect is exactly how I feel about Sarah Adams' books. The more books she writes, the better writer she becomes. I absolutely LOVED When In Rome and the second book in the series lived up to my expectations. The sweet fake dating trope between Will and Annie was adorable, yet steamy, and filled with the one of a kind Sarah Adams charm!

Absolutely LOVED this, the first in the series was a high 3 stars I rounded up for 4 for me but this was a five. It’s technically a stand alone but I think it would be hard to understand all the side characters and backstory of the town if you haven’t read When in Rome first. Annie has lived in Rome her whole life, she has her siblings and a successful floral business, the only thing missing is a relationship. After a string of bad dates, and some meddling from her future sister in law, she enlists the help of Will - the body guard who’s stationed in Rome until the wedding. A grumpy x sunshine fake dating story set in a small town was basically a perfect set up to get 5 stars from me and it didn’t disappoint. Each book of hers that I’ve read I’ve liked more and more so I’ll continue to read this series as each sibling gets their story!

This copy was kindly given to me by the publisher and netgalley for review. All opinions are my own.

I overall enjoyed Practice Makes Perfect. It was fun, fast paced and I couldn't put it down. I loved the small town vibes and the girl next door/bad boy romance. I really enjoyed Annie's POV and the representation of anxiety when it comes to intimacy. I really enjoyed too her quest and determination to discover and be who she truly is versus staying in the box that she and those around her have put her into.

I will probably continue one with the series/go back and read the first book. They are a good inbetween book when I don't want something too heavy but not pure fluff and can be read fast.

This was a very fun small town romance. I’m loving this trend of the tattooed grumpy male lead and the sunshine female lead trope. There was strong female friendships, which I love, love. Also, a closed door spicy moment, which I think works with the book.

Annie is on a quest to find her perfect match who is nice, kind, and ready to settle down. When she decides a little practice is all she needs, Will Griffin, a tattooed and gorgeous flirt, is the best candidate. Except Will wants the opposite: not to settle down and to stay away from Annie. But as a fake relationship blossoms to keep the meddling town at bay, the lines start to blur.

This is certainly cute rom com, however I didn’t find anything life altering while reading. Annie is certainly relatable, and Will has the dark body guard personality yet is a cinnamon roll for those he cares about. Which honestly, what more could you want in a story like this? It gives those feel good Hallmark movie vibes, but is spicier and not as cheesy.

I enjoyed all the characters and the plot, and has those swoon worthy moments you look for. I love that Will gives Annie the adventure she subconsciously needs.

I got the ARC for this and I was so excited because the first book in this series, When In Rome, was a 5 star read for me and one of my all time favorites so I was sure I would like this one but didn’t think it could beat the first one - AND YET - I may have loved this even more! Will and Annie are the best together, I love the banter and their journey together. I especially love all the names she teases him with that start with ‘Will’ 🤣💕
I like the serious parts too where Will’s past is brought up. The whole story checks every box for me for a perfect romcom book! (Noah and Amelia from the first book make appearances too!)
I can’t wait for more in the series- and may even reread the first 2! Definitely pick these up if you’re looking for some adorable romances!

Sarah Adams is quickly rising the ranks of favorite authors!

Annie is an introverted, socially anxious flower shop owner. She's so adorably awkward, but that makes her absolutely relatable in almost a painful way. As any socially anxious person knows, communicating with people you're attracted to is downright agonizing, so when she overhears a date talking about how boring she is, she knows it's time for a tutor.

In walks Will, a sexy, tattooed bodyguard. Though he claims to have trust issues, the one person he can open up to is Annie. So when she asks for dating help... he can't help but say yes.

The chemistry between the two characters is electric and, unlike a lot of modern romances, completely genuine. I feel like Annie could be my best friend and that Will would be my perfect match (if he wasn't already head over heels for Annie).

This was so fun to read!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

I think I have come to accept that Adams’ writing style is just too sweet for me. Everything is just too cute, in a way that comes off as cloying. I also think a premise like this needs some spice, but I recognize there are people who like their books without it, and I think this book will appeal to them. It’s just not for me.

Perfect follow up to when in Rome! All the feels! Loved exploring Annie’s journey to her own HEA.
Was a fun quick read. Absolutely so cute! This has the following tropes: small town, fake dating, closed door, friends to lovers, bookish fmc, bad boy/ good girl.

4.5 stars, only because of all of the foul language. I loved their connection and I loved how sweet Will was with Annie, but I didn’t love all the sexual innuendo and all of the swearing. That said, I do love Sarah’s books and appreciate all of the time and effort she puts into them. It was a sweet story of someone who didn’t think she was good enough for the man she had always adored. Their love for one another was very strong in this book and I really did love the characters!

*I received a copy of this book as an ARC reviewer, but a positive review wasn’t required. All thoughts are solely what I personally thought of this beautiful book.❤️❤️❤️

I’m in love with this book!!! There’s not a single thing I would want differently. I love Will & Annie and their love story so much!! This book had me swooning!! ( I never used the word swoon before 😂) it’s funny, sweet, such a light hearted read.

Shy introvert who reads pirate romance books meets hot bodyguard that has trust issues about relationships but has a heart of pure gold? Yes please!! Annie wants to learn how to be better on dates and not be shy and awkward. Will is FOINE 🥵 and is so sweet that he has one month to help Annie out. The thing is, what happens when you start to get butterflies during fake dates? 😌🥹💕🫶🏽

This book is actually part 2 to When in Rome but Sarah did amazing in the writing that you can read this as a stand alone! 🫶🏽

Read if you like:
-small town romance
-friends to lovers
-blossoming introverts
-hot tattooed men with a soft side
-touch of found family

My heart flutters for this book. I cannot stop thinking about it.

Annie Walker is only known for one thing in her small town, being the nice girl. Her first date is an absolute disaster. That is until the lousy boy bodyguard her future sister-in-law needs comes into town. Will comes from an upsetting home but is overly protective of those he cares most about. Will and Annie come up with a plan to help Annie get better dating but will their true feelings for each other get in the way?

Why I loved this book:
~Dual POV
~Fake Dating
~Secret teaching/learning sessions
~Working through trauma
~Dry humor
~Amazing dialogue

Thank you, NetGalley and Dell Publishing for the opportunity to read this amazing book.

This is my first Sarah Adams' book and holy cow I was not expecting to not want to put it. I loved every minute of Practice Makes Perfect and plan to read all of her backlist and future publications.

Annie is so easy to identify with; the crossroads she was in, the set image her family and friends had of her, and her introverted nature. I loved that she was in her late twenties. The first scene of the book is so relatable and put me right into Annie's shoes. Everyone knows the feeling of a subpar first date. And Will, who doesn't love a tattooed tough guy with a heart of gold who can communicate. The hero and heroine are amazing, but I had a blast getting to know the entire Walker family and citizens of Rome, Kentucky.

I enjoy a good plot and with romance I love a trope, but characters are what cause me to read a book at lightening speed. Sarah Adams has a way with creating relatable characters that help a reader escape their everyday.

I recommend Practice Makes Perfect to fan of Tessa Bailey who love ensemble casts of characters and a feel-good romance with just a little less spice.

I really enjoyed this romcom! The cover is perfect and sets you up for what to expect. I have already started handselling this hard at my store.