4 stars!!
I love loved LOVED this one!!
It started off strong and I think just carried on the whole way through.
I loved the characters (Vincent was the CUTEST MMC), the storyline and the TROPES!! It left me wanting to non-stop read it to find out what was going on and ended up being so so good!

Okay, so....I really liked our MCs! Kendall is a total bookworm and Vincent is a jock but....a shy one, which was cute.
Their relationship starts with a casual make out, and while they both want more they're not sure how to ask for it. Kendall goes a little overboard with her trope matching and overanalyzing. I get it. For some girls its hard not to and if I was her, I probably would have misinterpreted things too but.....when it kept happening it got frustrating. She KNOWS miscommunication is a thing and hates but, doesn't stop her from purposely not communicating and figuring out what actually went down lol
It seemed very physical for these two, but they did have moments of genuine connection. Vincent's vulnerability was adorable and sweet and made their more sexual encounters all the sweeter.
It took their friends to make them talk about their issues they were letting get between them and then....the last few chapters of the book were all about sex lol
It was hot but....again, I felt it dragged on a bit before they actually got to it haha
So yeah, a bit over the top with its bookish trope uses, maybe a bit too much focus on the spice, a tad frustrating but.....it was also cute, funny, and hot so I'm too mad about it 😂
Love how both characters started to learn about the others interest both because they really wanted to learn more about each other and to just impress each other. So cute ☺️
Real relationships be like that. We do things we normally wouldn't but we also respect each others comfort zones and needs.

4/5 ☆’s

This was a really cute and wholesome quick read. The author used the characters knowledge of typical book tropes in an interesting way to move along the plot.
Kendall and Vincent’s relationship progressed so naturally in such an adorable way.
The really liked the side characters and the groups friendship. I loved how supportive they were of one another.
The book is a pretty quick read so it doesn’t go very in depth with the plot or characters but overall it was enjoyable.

This book is a cute college romance. Kendall is a bookworm and there is a cute incorporation of romance novels into the book. Vincent is the star basketball player and the way they tumble together really adds to their story. I love that the author mentions the character hating the miscommunication trope, but then having the trope happen to the characters - however, they keep trying to fix it! There is certainly spice, and it veers a bit cliché and cheesy for me.
For a debut novel this is adorable and I can’t wait to see what else this author writes in the future! 4⭐️, 2🌶

Honestly I loved this book so much. The FMC, Kendall is super relatable, self aware and flat out acknowledges that her and the MMC, Vincent, need to continue talking and making sure they’re on the same page and not have so many miscommunications. The fact that the beginning and the end are basically the same with just a different/more intense interaction between them is my favorite.

Vincent proves over and over again that he is a nice, genuine guy who is just putting on an outgoing persona and isn’t afraid to show his emotions to those he deems trustworthy. The respect and care he shows Kendall at every step in their relationship, making sure she’s aware that she’s in charge of every interaction and what she says goes no matter what. He’s patient with her and makes sure to be as open with her as possible once they realize there have been some miscommunications along the way. Seriously this is one of my favorite couples, it was so cute.

Thank you Wattpad books, Annie Crown and Netgalley for the arc!

I loved this book so much. It game me One Tree Hill vibes, which is my all time favorite show. I cannot wait to get my hands on a physical copy of this book!

First off thank you Annie and NetGalley for the ARC, I could not be more grateful and secondly I LOVED THIS BOOK!!

OMG, when I tell you I couldn’t put this down I mean it! I want everything Kendall and Vincent have, The way it was realistically written and the meaningful spice and miscommunication made it so much more relatable as a reader.

I love how Kendall relates back to her own romance books and the tropes that they entail (just like I do haha.) I highly recommend this book and can’t wait to read more from this author!!

I loved this book! I love that they both communicated even after some bumps in the road. The tension, flirting and chemistry was unmatched. The world needs more Vincent’s in the world.

3.5

it’s basic - you can definitely TELL it came from wattpad - BUT was exactly what i needed. things moved relatively quickly, which i appreciated. i had mild issues with kendall; she was ALWAYS jumping to the worst-case scenario (as a fellow introverted, bookish type, i get it, though). overall, a quick, simple, & sweet read.

#netgalley

A light rom com with a library background that was extremely fun to read! Perfect cozy book for fall

This book was so cute! I was giggling like a little kid & my feet were doing the kickies while I was reading this. I could not get enough!!

Night Shift is about our main character Kendall, who prefers to work Friday nights at the library rather than go out to parties. On one night shift while Kendall is reading a spicy novel, the school's star basketball player Vincent comes in and ask for her help locating a poetry book, which ends in a steamy make out session in between the isles of books.

I can't stop talking about how amazing this book is. I loved everything about it. The main character was relatable, the romance was both cute and spicy & I was invested right from the beginning. The pacing of the story is perfect, I could not put the book down! I was even invested in the side characters too.

I will seriously be re-reading this book whenever I'm in a bad mood, and will be picking up anything else Annie Crown decides to write. Can't recommend this enough!

Unfortunately this book didn’t do it for me. There was way too much insta-love and miscommunication, and I couldn’t quite believe that two people could be so head over heels for each other after only three interactions. I also found that the development of the friends, especially on Vincent’s side, was almost nonexistent. It was insanely readable though, and I did like their relationship and their dialogue (even though the instalove was over the top) at the end of the book. It was also a very quick read, and I still would recommend for someone wanting a steamy college romance.

4.5 ⭐️
listen yall, I finished this book 5 days ago and I’m still thinking about it!!

It’s got the athlete and the bookworm, flirting in the library, and the spice!!!! it’s fun, it’s cute, and such a quick read because you simply cannot put it down.

Kendall works the library night shift when Vincent, the university’s top basketball player, needs to check out a book. 👀👀

Tutoring, poetry, books, and sports, and most importantly the ROMANCE- this was everything I was looking for!!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!

Night Shift was a great read where I could just turn my brain off and enjoy the characters, banter, and story. Kendall and Vincent were easy characters to get into and enjoy. I liked how gentle they were, not too obnoxious while still being memorable in their own ways. With that being said things did get..... wild....
The side characters were great additions to the story/setting and I do actually wish we got to see them more incorporated in the plot!
FInally, without spoiling anything the ending was super touching and relatable as a girl who enjoys reading romance books. I thought it was a nice message and sweet way to end.

I heard a lot about this book, especially when it was on Wattpad. I’ve been very curious about it and I can’t believe I waited this long to read it!!

This was so cute and spicy and just amazing!

I loved Kendall and Vincent. They were so awkward and cute around each other, but their chemistry had me sweating.

I wish it was longer, because everything moved really fast. And I won’t lie, I wished there was more spice lol.

But overall, it was very enjoyable and a quick read!

I really enjoyed this story. The story is told completely from Kendall's point of view and is a sweet college sports romance with some spice. I really liked that the main theme of the book was about communication in relationships. Kendall being an English major and connecting situations she was going through to romance novel tropes was fun and a good storytelling device. Vincent was a sweet and well written male character. This is a fun quick read for those that love a sports romance.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for an eARC of this book.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for an advance copy of Night Shift by Annie Crown in exchange of an honest review.

"Prepare to be whisked away on a delightful and spicy journey with 'Night Shift' by Annie Crown. This quick-paced novel introduces us to Kendall, a romance reader who brilliantly uses her knowledge of tropes to navigate her own relationship with the sweet and shy Vincent. It's refreshing to see a protagonist who embraces her love for romance novels and incorporates it into her own love life. Kendall's relatable qualities and realistic struggles make her an endearing and engaging character. The chemistry between Kendall and Vincent is palpable, and it's a joy to witness their relationship evolve throughout the story.

Reading 'Night Shift' was like taking a trip down memory lane to those cherished college days, where uncertainty and self-discovery intertwined. The book captures the essence of that phase of life, where we are still figuring out who we are and what we want to become. It's a relatable and nostalgic theme that many readers will appreciate.

While the book had some slower moments and an unconventional communication style, it doesn't overshadow the overall enjoyment of the story. The feel-good nature of 'Night Shift' shines through, leaving readers with a warm and contented feeling by the end.

In conclusion, 'Night Shift' by Annie Crown is a captivating and feel-good romance that transports readers to the thrilling and uncertain days of college. With relatable characters, a unique twist on romance tropes, and a heartwarming storyline, this book is a delightful escape from reality. Fans of spicy and quick reads will find themselves unable to put it down. Get ready to be swept away by 'Night Shift'."

This book was adorable! I have a guilty pleasure for Wattpad stories and this book did not disappoint. I was easily able to read this book in a day, I just couldn’t put it down! Kendall and Vincent were so cute and I loved their story!
If you’re looking for an easy, fun, wattpad level read-here’s your book! I’m excited to read more from this author as well.

Thank you NetGalley for this arc, all opinions are my own.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

I absolutely devoured this book! It was sweet and sexy. I wholeheartedly related to the main character as an introverted bookworm & i just know everyone is going to adore her!

Vincent is swoon-worthy and one of the best book boyfriends I've read in a while. Prepare to fall in love with him!!

This is the perfect palate cleanser! It was a quick read, had witty banter, and lots of pop culture references that I enjoyed. And all of the references about literature and book lovers in general had me grinning!! Please read this book! 🥹❤️

I LOVED this book! This book got me out of a reading slump and the only thing I would change is to have more of K&V!!

Kendall is a shy, introvert who works the night shift at the library, reads her books, talks in tropes and stays close with her 2 best friends and roommates. That is, until Vincent Knight enters the chat!

The initial action is fast burn, like real fast, but then it takes a slower turn and I was here for it. I didn’t know I needed to read this book as bad as I did, considering it was a one seater for me.

Kendall and Vincent have a major issue with communication, but with a lovable cast of characters (who are awesome) and the fight to not be that “one trope”, K&V pull it together and give us that ending we all love.

I truly wish I could have more of these characters, and like I said before, the only thing I would change at this point it to have more awesomely written pages filled with their story, adventures and library back corner shenanigans!