This was my first Lindsey Kelk book and it certainly won’t be my last. I’m about to make my way through her whole backlist!

Honestly, this book was so damn cute and adorable I loved every second of reading it. There’s a lot of laugh out loud moments that actually had my husband telling me to shut up and then asked to read what was so funny. The romance was sweet. I loved the love letter aspect of the story and the LA setting was perfect for it. The friendships in this book was amazing. I loved all the side characters so much! But the star of the show was definitely Myrna. That woman was batshit crazy and I freakin loved her!

If you love a good friends to lovers with slow burn and love letters then I highly recommend picking this one up on September 5th!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Harper Collins for the e-arc!

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an e-book advanced reader copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

This is my first book by Lindsey Kelk but it will certainly not be my last. The writing was fabulous and the humor in this book was so great.

We meet Phoebe, a girl from England that has come to LA to visit her sister in an attempt to keep her mind occupied during a week when her toxic ex is going to marry someone else. Plans are altered when she learns her sister has to go on an emergency business trip, leaving her completely alone in her sprawling LA villa. Reading, TV watching, eating all the snacks and a sparkly pool in a house that rivals the swankiest Beverly Hills hotels, what more does a girl need?

Enter a cast of characters that Phoebe was never expecting, including a hot bird watching next door neighbor, a sweet and energetic new friend that is her sister's personal trainer, and a mysterious ex actress from Hollywood's Golden Era. Even the city of LA becomes a character which Phoebe quickly grows to love. The dynamics of each of these relationships was real and relatable and I really loved the growth of the relationship with her sister once she gets back from her business trip.

This Rom/Com is perfect as a beach or vacation read and was giving "The Holiday" movie vibes which I loved! It was a sweet and very funny read. The humor in this book was some of the best I have read and had me laughing out loud constantly. I can't wait to read more from this author.

This book follows someone who has been through an emotional and mentally abusive relationship, who has now put walls up that are very hard to break down. After visiting her sister, meeting a new friend, meeting her sisters neighbor things take a wild turn. She tries to play matchmaker between her new friend and her sisters hot neighbor. She put other peoples feelings before hers, and with the help of Myrna Moore, she was able to realize it was time to put her wants and needs first.

Enjoying a book is one thing, but falling in love with a book is a whole different sensation. This is a book that opens doors to topics that sometimes are looked past when it comes to writing a good book. As someone who has experienced many things that take place in this book, it is amazing to have representation. It gave me a love for the book that I never would have thought been possible. I was able to annotate without being forced to think about things, it all just came naturally. The writing style provides vivid detail, detail that puts a reader in the middle of the story, as if it were real life. That is something that I find not many authors will do, but Lindsey Kelp blew this one out of the water, or hit this one out of the park ;) Not only does this book involve love, but it involves hurt, raw emotions, and many other feelings not only for the main character, but for all of the characters around her. I believe that this bit of perspective into the other characters feelings is what really keeps the book calling you back for more.

While I did give this read 5 starts, I hope to everything in existence that in a. future book we can have an insight of what happens to Phoebe and Ren in their future together. Thanks Lindsey...

I am a loyal Lindsey Kelk reader and this book did not disappoint!

We follow Phoebe on her whirlwind two week vacation to see her sister who lives in LA. However, the day she lands, her sister announces she must go to Seattle for a work emergency for a "few days" leaving Phoebe alone. She quickly encounters Bel, her sister's personal trainer, and Ren, her sister's dashing neighbour, and Myrna, an old hollywood star, who all help her see beyond the glitz and superficial facade of LA.

All characters were charming in their own way and I wish I could have been on vacation in LA with them all. Lindsey gives each character in her books such personality and there is always some great British humour built in! This book has a little less banter than others but still easily devourable and entertaining. Readers will enjoy the sprinkle of Twilight references, Real Housewives , Taylor Swift and Disneyland moments too!

I appreciated how Lindsey wrote a lighthearted romcom book but also managed to interweave serious topics. Prepare for some instalove, holiday romance and other tropes that make you squee but also some moments the discuss grief, domestic abuse and toxic past relationships.

Plot -- Phoebe goes to LA for a two week vacation from the UK to visit her sister. Her sister ends up having to go away for work. Phoebe finds herself playing matchmaker for her sister’s friend Belle and her neighbor Ren. Early on Belle is smitten with Ren. What she doesn’t expect is to find herself falling in love with Ren during the process of trying to set him and Belle up.

I had a hard time getting into this story, it was a pretty slow start. Slow burn.

I didn't resignate with the characters very well and I feel like Belles character was run short even though she is a "main character" in the story.

The romance was just okay for me, nothing stood out really.

Thank you for the chance to read this novel. Overall I'd rate it a 3.5 star.

Who doesn’t love a modern day take on Cyrano? Love Me Do is a delight rom-com take on the famous French romantic where Cyrano is replaced by British greeting card writer, Phoebe Chapman. We follow Phoebe on her vacation in Los Angeles where she makes new friends, discovers new strengths in herself, and maybe even finds love.

Although the pacing in the first half of the book could use a bit of finessing, the story picks up and captures your heart with a strong middle and finish. The character of Myrna Moore, a now elderly Hollywood starlet is gold, and honestly who we would all love to be when finding ourselves in our 80’s. Definitely a highlight of the story.

Synopsis: When Phoebe goes to LA for a two week vacation, she finds herself playing matchmaker for her sister’s friend Belle and her attractive now next door neighbor Ren. What she doesn’t expect is to find herself falling in love with Ren during the process… not until she’s in too deep.

What I liked:
-Kelk, like always, did a great job adding humor into her writing. I loved all the modern day jokes and references
-Phoebe was a likable main character who saw the best in others
-The LA setting and adventures set there were fun to read about, especially from the POV of a British main character
-The love triangle trope was done well with minimal miscommunication
-The ending was super sweet

What wasn’t for me:
-The story didn’t feel original
-I didn’t love Belle’s character and she played such a big role in the book for a side character
-I needed more than the last 10% of the book with Phoebe and Ren together!

Thank you Harper360 for the ARC! Pub 9/5

“On the other hand, what a way to go.” This author just got a new fan! I’m completely obsessed🔥!!!

First, this book is so hilarious!!!😂😂 On page 21, my cheeks hurt from laughing so hard. By the end of the book I laughed my ass off so much!! Everyone needs a Myrna Moore in their life! Favorite character.

“You gotta know your freeways if you’re going to make it in LA.”

I really like how it explains different areas in LA. For example, the mention of the 101 freeway is one of my favorite drives! The descriptions were so amazing as well. I could picture everything so vividly.

Phoebe makes a trip from England to visit her sister Suzanne in LA. While Phoebe left a horrible relationship two years ago, she’s not expecting to like someone on her trip.

Suzanne, the hard-working sister ends up flying to Seattle for business leaving her sister to discover the city with Bel, her trainer.

Bel was really funny to me. So much enthusiasm and positive vibes but the guy department just didn’t seem like her thing.

“I’m here. If you fall, I’ll catch you.”🤤

Let’s talk Ren! I enjoyed how simple, down-to-earth and romantic he is. But he for sure needed to open his eyes up. Some things were so obvious that he should have noticed.

“Myrna Moore never, ever missed a trick.”
That lady is absolutely amazing! She had me laughing the majority of the time and her character really stood out to me. I’m actually going to miss reading about her! She was the perfect friend that Phoebe needed. What she did at the end of the book, made my heart so happy.

I could go on and on about all the things I loved about this book. Again, this author has a new fan and I’m definitely checking out her other books!

Thank you, NetGalley for the EARC! As always, my review is my opinion and thoughts. This review will be shared on my Instagram (@Alexandriavwilliams_) shortly

I felt this book was very back and forth for me. I did not love the pacing and the ending felt disjointed.

Lindsey Kelk has been a bit hit and miss for me in the past. I loved The Christmas Wish so much, and I was very excited about this book. That cover is adorable! There were some strong elements here, but some parts of the book didn't come together for me.

The premise is kind of odd here. There's a matchmaking situation, some found family, but ultimately it's about Phoebe getting over past trauma and moving on with her life.

My problem with the book began with the slow start. It took a good 45% for me to get into the rhythm of it. That's a long time for a summer rom-com. I didn't care for the matchmaking situation at all. It took too long to set up and felt icky with the mistaken identity. It seemed like a plan concocted by 14 year olds instead of people in their late 20s. I'm definitely not a fan of the hero of the book kissing other women while the MC's relationship develops. Speaking of relationship development, I wish we would have had more time with them. It felt like a side story.

There were some high points of this book. The humor was very cute, and I laughed out loud a few times. Kelk is a witty writer, and her takes on some current events/trends was very funny. I loved the found family aspect. Myrna was the best character in this book. She sparkled every time she was on the page. I really liked Phoebe and her British way of living. She grew a lot throughout this book, and I was glad to see her transformation. I also liked the tour of LA, especially visiting Disneyland!

I will continue to read the next books from Lindsey Kelk. Some of her books are bigger hits for me, but I'm usually promised an entertaining time!

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for the e-book in exchange for my honest review.

Unfortunately not my cup of tea! Very sad that this book just didn't work for me, I failed to connect to any of the characters or develop anything more than a passing engagement in the story.

I do think it's a great book for fans of Christina Lauren though! But that should've been my first hint that while it is good it just isn't for me.

thank you so much to @lindseykelk and @harpercollins for the opportunity to read this arc. this was such a fun read full of all the summer vibes!

the multiple relationships in this book really were the star for me! seeing phoebe became friends with people she would’ve never thought and how much fun their conversations were was so delightful.

i also loved phoebe and ren together & the way they just made sense. my only wish is that we would have seen even more of them together and a bit more development of their romance.

A really lovely story about self-confidence, friendship, and seeing yourself as others see you (with a great romance as a bonus!).

Phoebe has flown all the way from the UK to spend a couple of weeks with her sister in LA. Unfortunately, her sister has to immediately rush to an emergency business trip leaving Phoebe on her own. Fortunately, her sister has an incredible home (and a very handsome next door neighbor). As Phoebe gets to know the neighborhood and her neighbors, she finds herself unexpectedly falling in love with LA.

I was surprised by how invested I was in Phoebe's and Ren's relationship and absolutely adored Myrna. I do wish we had more time with the characters, perhaps another chapter or two, as I enjoyed spending time with them and it felt like a lot was happening toward the very end. Recommend this to anyone looking for a sweet and fun read set in sunny California.

Thank you very much to Harper 360 and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advance copy.

Every time I pick up a contemporary romance, I'm pleasantly surprised! This was a very quick, cute read. Definitely The Holiday vibes. Would recommend!

This book is just fantastic. I loved it so much. I laughed and cried so many times. I figured I'd sit down and read a few pages. A few hours later I was laughing and crying. I loved Phoebe, Ren, Bel and Myrna. It reminded me abit of the Holiday. Phoebe finds her true worth after a nasty break up.
I loved this book. There's so many great quotes that I can't wait until my pre-ordered copy comes to read and highlight it again.

Love Me Do by Lindsey Kelk is a quick and easy rom com that was the perfect choice for my day of lazing in my backyard. (Sadly not with a pool, but in hot miserable Missouri summer sun)

The story of Phoebe and Ren is great and all, but they didn’t have as much alone time as I liked, but that’s okay because the side characters were, to me, the stars of the book. Bel and Myrna made me laugh out loud and I think the real love story is the relationships that Phoebe develops with them.

There are pop culture references, two sisters finding their way to a better relationship, and of course, the happy ever after we want. It was a terrific book.

I’m off to read Ms. Kelk’s other books now!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this advanced copy. All opinions are my own.

3.5 stars rounded up. This book was difficult to decide how to rate. I enjoyed everything about this book, except the romance.

Giving vibes of ‘The Holiday’, Phoebe comes from London to LA to visit her sister, Suzanne, who ends up leaving her alone as she has to travel for work. Phoebe finds herself in a mess when she tries to help set her sister’s trainer, Bel, up with her handsome neighbor, Ren. She also befriends another neighbor, Myrna, who is a former star from the golden age of Hollywood.

I loved Phoebe and Myrna’s unlikely friendship. It was one of the highlights of the book for me. I also loved the moments later in the book between Phoebe and Suzanne. They were really heartwarming and showed a strong sisterly bond. I found Bel annoying, but she had a good heart.

My problem with the romance was that I just didn’t buy it. It’s difficult for me to feel invested when most of the time spent on the romance plot portion of the book is Phoebe trying to help Bel date Ren. There wasn’t enough time with Bel removed from the situation for me to believe the depth of Phoebe and Ren’s feelings for each other.

While the romance didn’t work for me, the female friendships and sisterhood bonds provided enough that I enjoyed the book overall. Also, I don’t know if my mind just automatically thinks in Taylor Swift lyrics, but I’m pretty sure there were some little Easter eggs in here to her songs. Even if it wasn’t intentional, I gave bonus points for the vibe I got.

This book was a little hard to get into because I felt like I couldn’t relate to Phoebe; however, I am so glad that I stuck with it. I am more like Phoebe than I thought, and I was crying at the end of the book. It’s an amazing, fun read.

I honestly went into Love Me Do blind - all I knew was it was by Lindsey Kelk (an autobuy author for me) and had a super cute cover with summer / vacation vibes.

As usual, Lindsey didn’t let me down. She delivered another heartwarming romcom filled with a sweet cast of characters, some wonderful sisterly growth moments, and a slow burn romance I was rooting for.

I love how her FMCs all just feel relatable and authentic, they tend to heave average jobs and lives, slightly clumsy, and muck things up a bit — you know, not be perfect 🤷‍♀️ In this case, we have Phoebe who’s gone out to LA for a super long overdue visit with her older sister.

Phoebe was relatable and I loved seeing her grow unexpected friendships during her stay with Bel and Myrna. I loved her messy matchmaking attempts and the growth we saw with her relationship with her older sister too.

Phoebe and Ren were so cute together Manda it was fun seeing them interact and grow their connection throughout too. If you’re looking for a lighthearted summer or vacation read, look no further.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and Harper Collins for the opportunity to read an early copy! 💜

I fell in love with the world in this book. I had originally planned to read some of the book yesterday, pause, collect my thoughts, then finish the book today but i couldn't put the book down and ended up reading straight through it in one sitting. Pheobe was sweet and anxiety driven and easy to relate to. Then your introduced to Bel who has this glorious larger than life personality, she's just so contagiously happy i think everyone needs someone like Bel in their life. Of all the people in this book i absolutely didn't think id become so attached to Myrna so quickly, she's so glamorous even in her attempts to separate herself from the modern world and so loving in her own brash way. Then there's our dear Ren who sees the world through rose-colored glasses. Everything he finds even slightly intriguing becomes all-consuming so quickly its like one moment he's being introduced and the next he's absolutely enraptured in it. I wish i could go back and read this for the first time all over again just to relive the feelings i experienced through this book.