Off the Charts Chemistry was a very cute romance with lovable characters and adorable banter. I enjoyed the characters and how their romance developed. It also included lovable side kicks that I hope make appearances in the next books. There were some times where the dialogue was a little cringey but nothing so horrible it made me not want to continue. There was room for improvement in the grammatical editing and making the conversations flow more. I found some of the conversations to not come across as conversational and written in a way that would not be natural in a regular conversation. Overall, I enjoyed the cute and lightness of this romance and would be open to reading the next installments. I think with some editing and creating more flow in the conversations, this could be a really good read.

3.5 ⭐️

I'm always a sucker for the gym-teacher-guy and nerdy-teacher-girlie trope 😵‍💫😍

the thing that is a major positive thing for the book but wasn't really working for me is their age. though hers is never specified (I think), it's said several times he's 40. BUT it can easily be ignored, his manner of speaking feels pretty young imo so it wasn't hard to picture them as a couple of 20 something year-olds. now this means people who want to read about real adults romance and those looking for younger adults romance can both find their happiness here🌞

it was really soft and cute, not my preferred cup of tea tbh I wish he had the opportunity to defend her in some way shape or form but for the cozy readers you can dive in with your eyes closed 🙏

now what really annoyed me is the not so subtle repetition of "devilish grin". I counted, the term devilish in relation to his grins appears exactly 13 times. the book isn't long enough to balance it out, his grins are literally never qualified as anything other than devilish 👿

loved the students subplot, they felt like real high-school boys and not just sub characters added in the background to thicken the story🤌

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This book was really fast paced and I read in just a few hours. As a woman in STEM my self I really enjoyed this, and where I've read some books with awkward FMC's earlier, this was not definitely awkward at all. It was really well executed, and I'm very excited to continue reading this series.

Smart and somewhat introverted Stacey gets drawn out of her comfort zone of the chemistry lab when she meets the new coach, Reece and gets ensnared into helping him gain footage at his new school and job. The author tackled the unsavory behind the scenes reality of sports management, creating exposure and following it through to its gratifying resolution. Equally humorous and serious at intervals ,this book was well written and kept you intrigued, anticipating what would happen next and how it would affect the budding relationship between the main characters.

Thank you to Sealed with a Swoon Books LLC and Christine Miles for my eGalley copy of this book via NetGalley.

Stacy is the self-proclaimed nerdy (and football hating) chemistry teacher at Brigid's Vista High School (BVHS), and Reece is the new football coach who is affectionately known as "the sexiest man to ever walk the halls of BVHS", so Stacy never expects to do more than simply cross paths with the dreamboat. However, after one awkward run-in between the two in her classroom, both can clearly feel the unmistakable chemistry they have with one another. Can Stacy overcome the trauma her previous relationships caused and let herself fully fall again, and can Reece let Stacy in while also dealing with the stress of a new coaching job after the last went so poorly?

This was a cute low-stakes romance set in a stereotypical small town. I did enjoy the beginning of the book, though as it went on I felt like I was having to force myself to get through it. I did like the characters, but the dialogue felt flat, and the writing came across as too straightforward/boring (this isn't something I typically call out or bother mentioning, so the fact that I am should highlight how significant it was). Also, I think the length of the novel could have been cut down, because a great deal of description felt repetitive. I think there were too many characters introduced, it was hard to keep track of them all, but I know this will be a series so I assume that will get better as the series progresses and you see those characters return.

That being said, this really was a sweet book, and I think it would be great for anyone looking for a read that is simple and guarantees HEA feelings throughout the whole book.

Off-The-Charts Chemistry, is exactly as the title suggests. Super cute romance between the book loving science nerd and the chemistry teacher.
This was a fast paced book.

An easy to devour opposites-to-lovers small town open door rom-com. A bit more sports than stem, but the perfect steamy chemistry of both.

Since the moment sexy head football coach Reece gazes upon self-proclaimed quirky science teacher Stacey in an awkward classroom meet cute, they can’t seem to stop bumping into each other. Finding each other tangled in small town scandals when it comes to careers and love.

Stacey and Reece are relationship goals. Seriously. Mature main characters with strong morals and values. The support of their extended family and friends. Developing real friendship with healthy communication skills and an undeniable physical attraction. Imperfect pasts with the relentless understanding and support of one another’s dreams. Plenty of internal conflict, just not with each other. Individually they may have found themselves undesirable — but together they are a smart and sexy journey to self-confidence and redemption!

2.5 stars rounded down. I read this book in an evening. In the end, it was just ok for me. A good way to pass the time, but not very memorable. Like a tv series you binge in a night but can't remember the name of the next day.

If you’re feeling down and need something to cheer you up, this is the book to read! If you’re feeling cutesy and want a book that matches your mood, I’d definitely recommend this one!

Is there anything nicer than a (mostly) wholesome small town romance? I adored this book, the story line and the characters; it's an easy charming read with a lovely opposites attract vibe. Smart definitely is sexy and this has some great sub-plots surrounding high school football which was fun to read.

Really enjoyed this romance…seemed to round out the personalities and back histories of the leads very nicely.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review!! I really enjoyed this book!

This was a sweet story between a chemistry teacher and a football coach. Stacey and Reece were obviously smitten with each other from the moment they met. I liked how they acted on the attraction and didn’t shy away from it just because they were colleagues.
They didn’t shy away from the attraction. I liked Stacey’s quirkiness and how Reece always had attention for her. It was also witty and funny and a quick read.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me a copy of the book.

love this due to women in stem!!!! this should be its own genre, as many books like this are being written. Good story, I wish more people would read it! Definitely recommend to other women in STEM like myself.

women in stem will always have my heart.

thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an arc in exchange for an honest review.

Buckle up, romance aficionados, because Christine Miles just dropped a literary bombshell with "Off-the-Charts Chemistry"! This book is not your average love story; it's a steamy concoction of brains, brawn, and black bras that had me fanning myself like a 1950s movie star.

Let's dissect this masterpiece, starting with the synopsis. Picture this: a chemistry teacher with a penchant for perfumery caught shirtless by the sexiest football coach in town. And we're not talking your run-of-the-mill love-at-first-sight; we're talking undeniable, toe-curling chemistry that defies the laws of attraction. It's a rom-com waiting to happen, and Miles delivers it with sass and style.

Now, the characters - Stacey Kinsella, the brainy bombshell with two cats and a black bra collection that could rival Victoria's Secret, is my spirit animal. She's proof that intelligence and sex appeal go hand in hand. And Reece Caldwell, the football coach with a career Hail Mary to throw, is so hot he could melt the polar ice caps. Together, they're a literary power couple that left me swooning, laughing, and wishing I had their chemistry notes for my own love life.

The plot is a touchdown, my friends. Miles takes us on a journey under the Friday Night Lights, where winning football games is just the tip of the iceberg. Scandal, second chances, and a healthy dose of academic rivalry make this plot as addictive as chocolate-covered strawberries. Every page is a surprise, and just when you think you've got it all figured out, Miles throws in a curveball that'll have you shouting, "Touchdown!"

And the romance... oh, the romance! It's not just steamy; it's off-the-charts scorching. Stacey and Reece's chemistry isn't something you read; it's something you feel in your bones. The black bras are just the tip of the iceberg; these two are a dynamite duo that could set a library on fire with their passion.

"Off-the-Charts Chemistry" is a must-read for anyone who believes that intelligence is seriously sexy. Christine Miles, you've outdone yourself, and I'm officially on #TeamBlackBra. Readers, prepare yourselves for a wild ride of love, laughter, and enough sizzle to light up the entire romance genre. 🔥📚💋

Off-the-Charts Chemistry by Christine Miles
Smart is Seriously Sexy #1

Romance is in the stars for the brainy chemistry teacher and new head football coach at Brigid Vista High School.

What I liked:
* Stacey: high school chemistry teacher, bright, believes chemistry is important for and used by all, unlucky in love, has good friends, hates football, rather taken with Reece Caldwell
* Reece: divorced, had to quit playing football after an injury, father a famous college football coach, believes in teamwork, others in his department want him gone, rather taken with Stacey
* Connie: principal, sister of Reece’s ex-wife, supports her teachers, believes in education first
* Stacey’s friends that will probably get books of their own
* That both main characters had supportive loving families, common goals, respect for one another, communicated maturely, and seemed perfect together
* The issue of bullying and how it was handled
* It was an easy somewhat predictable story with a message and no real drama

What I didn’t like
* Who and what I was meant not to like
* Thinking about the damage bullying, lies, etc can have on youth

Did I like this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? I think so

Thank you to NetGalley and Sealed with a Swoon for the ARC – This is my honest review.

4 Stars

The Book Off-the-Charts Chemistry was an enjoyable read. I would recommend any book written by Christine Miles. Happy Reading!

I received an ARC of this book courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely.

This was a fast, light and easy read. I enjoy a nerd-jock dynamic and there was some sweet chemistry between the Chemistry teacher and football coach. Some spice but mostly a slow burn, really. It did not get too deep - very surface level so if you need something quick and fun, this is a good choice!

Many thanks to NetGalley and the author for a complimentary e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This is a cute romance between a high school chemistry teacher and the football coach. Its a fun and easy read, so i recommend! For me thought, it was missing a bit of depth, but i suppose you dont need that in all books.

Thank you to netgalley and the author for sending me the book in exchange for an honest review.

This book has a lot going for it: fast read, cute cover, and a story we want to read. I love a nerdy main squeeze being pursued by a hunky jock and Miles nails that concept with the chemistry teacher/new football coach duo.

And if you want spice, but make it vanilla -- this one's for you.

The story itself wasn't bad -- no third act breakup but still plenty of drama around the football team, the new football coach's backstory, and politics of a school system and small town.

Unfortunately, that's about all I've got in my pros here. The spice was too mild and not nearly detailed enough. But then other mundane and irrelevant parts were overly detailed. Scenes were disjointed with conversations being disrupted by action in a way that it felt out of order and was hard to follow.