There were some really fun elements to this story - all of the random and amazing trivia, the extremely vivid seedy motel descriptions, the spicy scenes. However, the characters were so singularly focused that they ended up feeling a little two-dimensional. It really bugged me that neither of the main characters seemed to have good friends in their lives, like they were just in stasis because of a high school relationship - it just didn't quite land for me. Overall, it was a fun pool read, but not one I see myself re-reading.

"Let's Get Quizzical" by Kelly Ohlert is a delightful and heartwarming romance novel that explores the themes of second chances and unexpected connections. Ohlert's storytelling charm shines as she crafts a tale of rekindled love, personal growth, and the power of revisiting the past. The book's engaging plot and relatable characters create an immersive reading experience that resonates with fans of romance and second chance stories. Ohlert skillfully navigates the emotions of nostalgia, forgiveness, and the journey of self-discovery, adding depth to the narrative. "Let's Get Quizzical" is a heartwarming reminder that sometimes the best way to move forward is to reconnect with our past, leaving readers with a sense of hope and a renewed appreciation for the transformative power of love's second chances.

Charlotte and her family are longtime game show lovers so when she finds out she’s been selected to be on her favorite trivia fame show, it’s a dream come true. Not only because of her love for the show, but also because her family could really use the money to help cover her grandmother’s medical bills. Unfortunately, she soon discovers that her high school boyfriend who broke her heart is going to be a contestant as well as he needs the money to help bail him and his father out of debt. With the stakes being so high, they decide to put the past behind them and work together so they can win the money. But there are a few kinks going to be thrown in their plan. Can they get through them and come out on top?
I didn’t love this one but it wasn’t bad. My main issue with it was that it wrapped up too quickly leaving several questions unanswered.
It’s just your average story. Fine but nothing super memorable about this for me.
Thanks to Alcove Press and NetGalley for this eArc in exchange for my review

I requested this book from NetGalley immediately after seeing the title.
I love the quiz show premise, being a big fan of quiz tv shows myself, and I really loved the random general knowledge trivia facts which are peppered into the prose. There was also good humour in this book, it made for a very enjoyable and easy read.
This book is written in two POVs, which I usually enjoy, but unfortunately they read too similar and I frequently was confused whose POV I was reading from which was a shame.
I think the main issue with this book was the repetitiveness, I think the plot just isn't strong or developed enough. The main plot of the book is a moral dilemma which I found interesting but I think possibly it took away from the romance of the book.
Both of the main characters have good development arcs and I liked them both a lot, especially Charlotte. I just wished they each had a more distinct personality and voice. But I really rooted for their romance throughout and wished for their HEA.
Let's Get Quizzical is a cute second-chance romance which I would especially recommend if you personally enjoy quiz and trivia.
⭐⭐⭐ 3/5

Thank you to NetGalley, Alcove Press and Kelly Ohlert for the opportunity to read this advanced reader copy.

Review is posted to Goodreads and to be posted on Amazon on publication date.

I love the title of this book! I loved Ohlert’s previous book as well in this world. Second chance romances are a hit or miss for me. To me this was a miss. The grudge seemed over the top which pulled me out of the story and then the forgiveness part just didn’t work for me. I loved the idea of the tv show and quizzes though! The title is perfect!

There was something about Let's Get Quizzical that caught my attention immediately. I do love a good pun title, and the premise sounded like so much fun with the trivia show and second-chance romance. I've been looking forward to finally read this book, although I confess I was a tad worried about the lower rating on Goodreads... Sadly, I do understand this rating now that I've had the chance to read this story myself.

There is no doubt that the premise of this story is very promising. I loved the sound of the reality TV angle with the trivia show, and Let's Get Quizzical definitely delivered on that front by incorporating lots of nerdy facts as well as the shooting of the actual episodes. This probably ended up being one of my favorite aspects of the book for me, and it was fun learning some of the facts. The second-chance romance also had a lot of potential, with the two main characters not talking for thirteen years and their reunion being shown on live TV. BUT. And here is where it went wrong for me...

I wasn't a fan of the background of that second-chance romance. There is a lot of drama around the past and Eli breaking Charlotte's heart; neither of them seemingly ever getting over the relationship they had as a teenager. The fact that they never talked after what happened just didn't seem credible to me, and especially considering the fact that they went to the same school at the time. The whole reason they stopped talking was so underwhelming as well, and as a result their supposedly strong bond just didn't feel credible either.

I found the whole grudge to be over the top, but if Charlotte was still so angry all those years later, the switch to forgiveness was too abrupt to be believable. I also found that the main characters themselves lacked fleshing out beyond their troubled backgrounds and issues; I somehow never felt like I truly got to know them. Sure, some of their interactions were kind of cute, but I never felt all that invested in their growing relationship. Charlotte could also be considerably frustrating and narrow-minded with her whole 'honesty and truth above all' without thinking about the consequences...

I also felt that Let's Get Quizzical was trying to squeeze to many different elements and storylines into the plot, and as a result the romance was mostly lost. There were some elements with potential, including the corruption, long-lost grandfather and family issues, but they weren't developed in a sufficient way to truly add more dept to the plot. They say that sometimes less is more, and I feel that definitely applies to this story.

All in all I did end up having mixed thoughts about Let's Get Quizzical. There were a couple things I loved including the trivia show and random facts, but as a whole I felt that this story didn't meet its true potential.

2 stars

This book was just a miss for me.

Sure, the blurb and tropes are super compelling, but the execution falls flat in it's attempts to make the readers fall in love with the characters.

Most of the story felt like a bunch of external events being thrown at the characters, and then trying to navigate through them with zero emotion. The so called 'love' between the characters was completely absent, and so was the chemistry.

A constant presence, however, in the story was that of honesty. And honestly, I didn't understand the ruckus created (and a joyless sequence of events) being dragged unnecessarily for its apparent importance.

I had high hopes as a big trivia fan but it did not land well for me. Everything felt so depressing and the romance wasn’t clicking the way I needed it to.

This book is a cute romcom about second chances and quiz games. I liked the second chance romance, but I would really have loved if we had gotten a lot more details about the past.

This first half of the book was a bit slow paced for me, but once I got to the second half of the book it felt a lot faster.
I loved the character development, but I didn’t really connect with any of the characters.

I really loved the authors book To Get to the Other Side, but sadly this one didn’t do it for me. I still think it’s worth giving a chance and I will definitely recommend it, because of the writing and the character development. The plot and the characters just wasn’t something I personally connected with.

I hope to read more of this author, since I really loved her first book!

Let’s Get Quizzical is a second chance romance that follows former high school couple Charlotte and Eli. They are reunited as reluctant partners on a TV quiz show. They must work together to overcome their past and deal with the shady show producer.

I really enjoyed this book. Charlotte and Eli are both very family oriented and this is main focus of why they want to do well on the game show. They also have a really cute if somewhat tense connection with each other.

I also appreciated the way the book deals with Eli’s father that spent time in prison. A lesser book would not have treated him with respect and dignity.

"Let’s Get Quizzical" by Kelly Ohlert is a heartwarming slow burn romance that's a delightful mix of love, laughter, and second chances. Charlotte and Eli's story unfolds on a trivia game show, adding an exciting twist to their rekindled connection. The witty banter and endearing moments between them create a captivating dynamic that keeps you hooked.

What makes this book stand out is the seamless integration of trivia tidbits into the narrative, offering readers a chance to learn as they enjoy the romance. The characters' personal growth and healing journeys are beautifully depicted, reminding us that answers often lie within our own hearts. Though the pacing occasionally slows, the overall charm and character chemistry make up for it.

"Let’s Get Quizzical" is a heartwarming tale that captures the magic of rediscovering love amidst competition. Kelly Ohlert's skillful storytelling shines through, making this novel a solid choice for those seeking a sweet and engaging read. With its unique premise, relatable characters, and a touch of trivia, this book earns a well-deserved 3.5 stars.

*I received a free ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

This was a sweet, nerdy second chance romance! Our MCs, Charlie and Eli, had an ill-fated romance when they were teens, and haven't spoken in over a decade. They encounter each other for the first time since then on a game show, and sparks begin to fly. Both of them are in dire financial straits, and are looking to win prize money to help their loved ones. When they are thrust into an awkward (and illegal) situation by the game show producer, their newly rekindled, still fragile relationship is put to the test. Between a rock and a hard place, Charlie and Eli have to decide what is important to them and what the true value of honesty is.

This was a perfect encapsulation of how attraction, trust, honesty, and love (romantic and familial) intersect in our lives. There were some deeper themes that I wasn't expecting from a game show-driven romance, including a father who spent time in jail, an extremely ill grandparent, and blackmail.

Overall, I think the author has done an exceptional job of weaving the lightness of romance with the grittiness of real life to create a wonderfully well-rounded story.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.

This a perfect read for second chance romance lovers and of course quiz game lovers. The book follows Charlotte an intelligent woman who puts family first who gets an opportunity of a life time to be on her favorite trivia game show. It's a dream come true as she wants the prize money desperately. Her optimism is broken when she sees one of her contestants is Eli her high school sweetheart who broke her heart. They both have a reason for why they need the money. It's a refreshing take on second chance romance and absolutely a delight to read. Enjoyed it so much. I look forward to more Kelly Ohlert books

I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. Thank you NetGalley.

Let's Get Quizzical had a fairly unique storyline around our main character Charlotte who has a long-standing goal of wanting to be on a game show. When she finally gets that chance, she sees her first-love Eli on the set too! Their break-up wasn't on great terms, so when they are paired up as a team, they aren't exactly ecstatic. They spend their time bickering on-air, which the tv show producers are happy with, because hello good ratings!

As the game show continues on, they both realize that maybe their old feelings are coming back... and maybe, just maybe, they can let go of the hurt and try again.

This was a sweet story with an unique game-show concept. I did enjoy the writing style, and just may check out another book by the author.

Charlotte finds herself competing in a game show, her dream come true. Only she’s paired with her high school boyfriend who left her high and dry.

This was a cute romcom. I liked the game show aspect of it and all of the drama that can with it. It was a good move to force proximity on these two. It made the angst and tension nice and high.

There were a couple of open door spicy scenes too! I liked the romance between the characters but did feel a little lack of connection between them. By the end, I just wanted more.

But, this was a quick and cute read!

-second chance
-forced proximity
-enemies to lovers.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and Netgalley for the gifted copy. My reviews are always honest.

First and foremost, I would like to thank NetGalley and the publishers for giving me an ARC of this book.

To start, I LOVE lovers to strangers to reluctant partners to lovers. I live for the tension and the angst. Thus, it was no surprise that I enjoyed reading this novel. It was sweet, funny, and overall a great light read.

The game show premise was a lot of fun and the rivals to lovers had great potential but it just didn’t quite hit for me. I enjoyed the writing style but parts of the story were just dragging me in different directions.

I found the writing in this to be really tropey and borderline messy. I wanted to love the characters, but couldn’t.

I want to start by thanking the publisher and NetGalley for my advance copy in exchange for this review. Please note all opinions are my own.

I enjoyed this book, and found it to be a quirky and funny romance. The author did a great job of painting the scenes and creating strong visuals that made my laugh. I loved the game show setting as I also liked to watch game shows with my family growing up, so this book felt nostalgic while being entirely new.

I did think there was a lot going on. With the dual point of view, there were issues that both characters were trying to figure out and they didn't communicate clearly with each other about those issues, which only added to their problems. Miscommunication is one of my least favorite tropes, so I didn't love that inclusion, but the overall plot and seeing the bigger picture at the end made up for it. I wasn't disappointed, and the ending came together.

I liked Charlotte and Eli; their enemies to lovers, second chance romance was really wholesome. The story was fast paced and moved along, and overall, I would recommend this book to my friends that love the tropes of this book.

Tropes: Second chance romance, enemies to lovers, close family relationships.
Open-door spice: Yes

What a cute, easy read!!

I have never read a book quite like this with a game show setting, so I really enjoyed this!

I liked how we got to know the Eli and Charlie’s backgrounds and got invested in their stories.