Loved this- I had not read anything from this author before, but I plan on looking for more from her!

Lucy works at a flower shop in London and struggles to make ends meet, so she moves in with her best friend and her six roommates at a warehouse. Henry, a photographer who travels during the month, comes home and stays with them once a month, catches her eye.

I liked the story about the roommates and their interactions. Once a month, they have warehouse weekends where all the roommates get together, plan activities and have fun together as roommates. They are like a bickering family. I love the found family aspect of the story, and I loved her friendship with Raj. I wasn't a fan of the romance or Henry, as I thought he was selfish. I'm looking forward to reading more by this author.

Thanks to @avonharpervillage, @netgalley, and the author for this arc.

This one had all the elements of a really cute story, but it honestly fell pretty flat for me. The romance didn't feel like it worked all the way. I did finish the book, but it was getting old by the end.

It's almost been a year since this book was published (!) so figured it was the best time to give my thoughts on it -

Lucy is struggling to stay financially afloat and has to give up her London flat and move into a warehouse with her college bestie, Raja, and 7 other flatmates. When Lucy meets Henry, the ever elusive traveling photographer who only comes home once a month, she can't deny her attraction to him. The real question will be - is their attraction enough for him to decide that London will be his forever home?

My favorite part of this story was the chosen family wholesomeness and learning about flowers. My least favorite part was the dynamic between hen & luce. While she seems overly eager to get started on their life together, he's half in / half out 99% of the time (except for the 1% of his time when it's convenient for him lol). When she's given the chance to walk away, she chooses to dip her toes back into the possibility of being together with Henry time and time again. #oliverdeservedbetter

If you're looking for a fluffy happy read, this ain't it lol but overall a solid read.

Weekends with You by Alexandra Paige is a truly heartwarming debut that had me hooked from start to finish! The story follows Lucy Bernstein, who unexpectedly becomes a flatmate in a quirky London warehouse after she can no longer afford the rent on her own. Her best friend offers her a place to stay with seven other roommates, and although she’s nervous, it turns out to be a life-changing decision.

This book is a beautiful journey about creating your own family and finding unexpected love along the way. The characters, especially the eclectic group of flatmates, are so well written that they practically jump off the page. Lucy is such a relatable and charming protagonist, and I loved watching her grow as she navigates her feelings for one of her flatmates.

The romance is sweet and slow-burning, with the added challenge of the guy only being in London one weekend a month due to work. The tension between them was palpable, and I loved seeing how their connection deepens despite the distance.

Filled with witty dialogue, rich characters, and plenty of heart, Weekends with You is an absolute delight. If you’re looking for a charming, emotional read about found family and love that defies the odds, this book is a must-read!

When Lucy joins a flat with eight other people, her only hope is that the money she saves will help to keep her flower shop afloat. What she doesn't expect, is to fall for one of her flatmates. Henry is home quite as often as the others, so getting to know him isn't as easy. But once a month they all get together for a weekend of fun that one of the others has planned. It's during these short times that Lucy and Henry start to fall. Will they be able to survive just weekends?

This was a cute, quirky romance.

A debut novel for Alexandra Paige. The book seemed more geared towards the younger reader. Not much of a romance than a family friends book. A group of friends living in a shared space so that they can afford the rent, but still carve out time to plan one weekend a month where they spend time together. The characters were written so well that you can not help but love them. What got me was the repeated miscommunication and false starts to Lucy and Henry's relationship. There is too much repetition and not enough meat in this novel. Appreciate the opportunity but this one was not for me. Thank you to Netgalley, the author, and publisher.

This was such a fun and cute story about figuring life out in your 20's. In such a unique way, over 12 months, the author did an incredible job of drawing the reader into the fun and interesting dynamics amongst her seven roommates and her desire/struggle for true love. The added bonus was the beautiful imagery of London (you could almost smell the flowers in Lucy's flower shop and taste the Sunday roast). I look forward to future books by Alexandra!

Thank you to the publisher for the review copy! I just couldn't get in the mood for this one, but I do love this author!

This is a sweet and enchanting story that weaves a story of love, growth, and the unexpected beauty of found family. The novel captures the magic of London and the delicate art of discovering who you’re meant to be. Lucy Bernstein’s journey—juggling her flower shop, a new romance, and her quirky flatmates—feels like the perfect blend of laughter, tension, and heartwarming moments. The metaphor of flowers is woven throughout, as Lucy learns from them the importance of patience, balance, and giving as much as you receive. Her blossoming connection with Henry, the photographer with a wandering heart, is tender and gradual, just like the flowers she tends to. What begins as a complicated arrangement of emotions and responsibilities soon grows into something full of love, comfort, and belonging.

Each character is written with such warmth and depth, especially the flatmates who transform from strangers into a vibrant family. This is a delightful read that will leave you with a full heart and a smile long after turning the last page.

I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

This book was so disappointing. Maybe teenagers would like it but it was so boring and predictable. Sad that all they could plan for a weekend was drinking and drugging and sex with an occasional educational art exhibit or interesting adult conversation thrown in. It was just too dysfunctional for me.

Okay, hear me out—Henry is *absolutely* the villain here. I get that the characters are in their twenties, so of course, the story leans into that whole chaotic, “figuring life out” energy. And while I can appreciate the character development, I have to admit there were so many moments when I just wanted to scream at Lucy. Seriously, girl, what are you doing?

That said, I’ll put my curmudgeonly feelings aside for a second because, in the end, this really was a good read. It’s got that warm, Hallmark-y vibe that’s both heartwarming and comforting. If you’re into romance, I think you’ll really enjoy this one.

Let me know if you’d like me to tweak it further!

I think I got persuaded to request this book bc I thought I’d heard good things about this author and I’m a sucker for a pink cover. I do however not want to write a review because this book wasn’t never for me.

Wonderful story, great character development, great writing! Highly recommend this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it

A sincere thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Weekends with You is a witty romance novel, filled with a cast of characters! Lucy, finds herself sharing a house with a group of complex, interesting, and no surprise, attractive group. Harry, in particular. Watching Lucy fall for Harry made for a fun read, but what I enjoyed most with the storyline of Lucy’s flower shop. Complicated by several episodes of miscommunication, Lucy and Harry’s relationship was a bit of a struggle at times, but ultimately made for a sweet novel.

This is a light read, with a likeable heroine, and a somewhat hard to love hero. Lucy falls in love immediately with Henry, her flirty and hard to pin down flatmate. We learn a lot about flowers and photography as Lucy and Henry get to know each other over the course of a year.

Along with Lucy, I found Henry's commitment-phobia frustrating and their on-again off-again relationship got a little bit tedious by the end of the book. Lucy and Henry live with a whole pile of flatmates, and their friends are some of the best characters in this book.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Really fun, really quick read. I read this between fantasy books and enjoyed the change in pace and lightness of the book as a whole.

LOVED the idea of visiting together once a month over the course of a year, and then a storyline that followed this premise. THe characters were AMAZING and they really got along well... except Lucy and Henry. I dislike strongly (is hate appropriate here???) the miscommunication trope and HOLY guacamole was that evident throughout this entire story. Lucy, dear, you are way, way too good for Henry. Our secondary love interest could and SHOULD have been the main love interest, but I digress. Overall, I liked the story idea and premise behind it, just didn't feel it for my boy Henry. Also, flowers? YES. Loved their appearance throughout the story from the flower shop to the language of flowers and what each type and color of flower given meant to the characters. Such a cool representation of emotions! Thanks for the opportunity to read this one!

This is such a sweet story about found family and learning to bloom where you’re planted—literally, in Lucy’s case, with her flower shop! I loved the quirky group of flatmates and the cozy vibe of their monthly Warehouse Weekends, even if the romance between Lucy and Henry felt a little rushed and hinged on too much miscommunication for me. Still, it’s a heartfelt, easy read that left me smiling and wishing I could join their little London crew.

Weekends with You by Alexandra Paige is a delightful rom-com set in London that will leave readers rooting for Lucy and Henry - even when the obstacles seem too immense.

Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for sharing this book with me.