"The Rom-Commers" by Katherine Center is a delightful, heartwarming love letter to romantic comedies and the magic of storytelling. Emma Wheeler, a devoted caretaker and aspiring screenwriter, gets the opportunity of a lifetime when she’s asked to rewrite a script for her idol, the legendary screenwriter Charlie Yates. But when Charlie turns out to be a jaded cynic who has lost his faith in love, Emma faces an uphill battle—not only to save the script but to reignite Charlie’s belief in happy endings.

Emma is an instantly lovable protagonist, filled with hope and determination, even when faced with an egotistical, love-skeptic Charlie. Their banter is witty, sharp, and filled with the kind of tension that will satisfy any rom-com lover's craving. Center’s writing is breezy yet heartfelt, and she expertly balances humor with deeper emotional beats as Emma navigates her own dreams and struggles.

While the story is predictable in the best rom-com way, the journey is undeniably charming. My only critique is that Charlie’s transformation from cynical to swoon-worthy feels a bit rushed. Nevertheless, "The Rom-Commers" is a perfect escape, full of warmth, humor, and a reminder that love—like a great screenplay—sometimes needs a rewrite ;)

Katherine Center’s The Rom-Commers is a dazzling triumph of romance and humor that effortlessly captured my heart and left me utterly enchanted. From the first page to the last, this novel is a testament to Center's unparalleled ability to craft vibrant, lovable characters and an irresistibly charming storyline.

The magic of The Rom-Commers lies in its impeccable portrayal of the main characters. The FMC and MMC are nothing short of phenomenal, each bringing their own unique charm and depth to the story. The FMC, with her witty humor and undeniable warmth, feels like someone you’d want to have a coffee with and confide in. The MMC, on the other hand, is the epitome of swoon-worthy, with a blend of endearing vulnerability and charismatic strength that makes him impossible to resist. Their chemistry is palpable and electric, driving the narrative with a refreshing mix of humor, heart, and genuine connection.

Center’s writing is both clever and heartfelt, balancing laugh-out-loud moments with deeper emotional beats. The dialogue sparkles with wit, and the romantic tension is handled with such finesse that it had me rooting for these characters from the very beginning. The story isn’t just a feel-good romp; it’s also a thoughtful exploration of personal growth, love, and the unpredictable twists that life can throw our way.

I’m a bit behind, but this was my first @katherinecenter novel. What a cute, fun and witty book! I loved Emma’s dialogue and how the reader felt like she was having a one on one conversation with you. The slow burn between Charlie and Emma was just enough, and the ending had me sobbing. For real, I mean, the love! Anywho, this was a quick and easy little pick me up a that helped cleanse my reading palate.

I absolutely love the cover and the concept of this book. The first 30% of the book was good but it didn't keep me as engaged as I was hoping it would which inevitably led me to putting the book down and not picking it back up. As a mood reader, this sometimes happens and I think this book has a lot of heart, especially with the family dynamics. Therefore, this was a DNF for me for now but I could see myself picking it back up and enjoying it at a later date.

i LOVED this book!! The Rom-Commers was such a fun ride, with so many ups & downs & a PERFECT portrayal of grumpy sunshine!
Katherine Center's story line was so well done & navigated so many tough topics well like personal sickness, family sickness, caring for a parent, & finding yourself after loss
emma & charlie were perfect characters who brought out the best in each other with TOP NOTCH banter. this was my favorite book that i've read from Katherine Center!

I adore Katherine Center books and The Rom Commers was no exception. This story is about a struggling screenwriter who gets a chance to work with her idol. Except he's a jerk. So she sets out to prove him wrong about love, but things get complicated when they start to fall for each other. This book felt like a warm hug. Highly recommend.

I have accepted that Katherine Center's books just aren't for me. And that's okay! I think it's the writing style, but I'm not 100% sure; I didn't get far into the book before I put it down. I know lots of people who love her books, so I don't think my not liking her books is a reflection on the story or her writing, but just personal preference.

Thanks to the publisher for the opportunity to read.

Another fantastic novel by Katherine Center that brings you very developed characters and some intensely funny and serious moments. I really appreciate how this author captures her male and female characters so well and the dialog is always so solid. You can always count on a very good reading experience with this author.

Center’s latest book “The Rom-Commers” is a very solid enemies to lovers but isn’t as straightforward or predictable as other books that use this trope. There is a lot of misunderstanding what the other is thinking or feeling most of which felt relatable. There were a few insistences that felt like they went too far and one of the main characters said such unkind things I don’t really feel like they could have truly come back from them even with the tricky circumstances. This book does have a happy ending and a lot of thoughtful moments especially the feelings and purpose of love. I enjoyed this book and will definitely read the author’s other titles.

I love all books by Katherine Center! This book covers some serious topic but does so in a way that does not make it feel too heavy.

Katherine Center feels like it’s always a home run!! This one was entertaining. The characters were good.
This book felt like a love letter from the author on the importance of the romance genre. And I'm here for it!
I didn’t feel like it was very much of a "romcom" as you would imagine with the title, but a really solid romance story!

I adored this book! Katherine Center always brings all the feels. This was a perfect grumpy x sunshine/ opposites attract… They complimented each other so well. I loved the banter between them both. The rom com research for Charlie. Emma and Charlie both show growth throughout the story. And the guinea pig! Ahh! Katherine can take a unique storyline (like facial blindness in her last book) or a traditional rom com, and make it the most addicting, bingeworthy, swoony read ever.

This book changed by perception of romance. Dare I say it. I am now a romance reader. I get it. This story was everything. It had humor and moments of deep pain. It had everything you want in a good book. The main character was funny and relatable. I loved everything about this book. I cried when it was over. The author's note at the end is also one of my favorites I've ever read. I felt called out in the best way possible. More and more these days, I am feeling like mysteries and thrillers are just snooze fests that don't bring me the joy they once did. In walks romance and, I am happy to say, I might be in love. Thank you Katherine Center. This was everything and more.

This book was such a fun read! I read it with my cousin over the summer. Center always writes fun reads that are light and totally put you in a good mood. I cannot wait to purchase a physical book to add to my shelf!

Thank you to St Martin's Press and NetGalley for providing this DRC in exchange for an honest review. Katherine Center is a must read for me and The Rom-Commers did not disappoint. Told from the quirky voice of a perspective writer, this story develops in an enemy to lovers fashion. As much as Emma lives her life in what seems like rom com delusion, while Charlie is a cynic to the nth degree, they find themselves working together on the most high stakes rom com of writer Charlie's career. This is all done while Emma is a live-in co-writer. As they each overcome their own biases in life, they discover their lives must continue to intertwine. Quirky with a happy ending and beautifully Katherine Center!

Okay, Katherine, I see you! This was SUCH A GOOD ROM COM. Ya'll, the banter, chemistry, conflict, and everything was perfect. I'm a huge huge snob when it comes to romcoms (thank you You've Got Mail) but this one checked all the boxes!

*Spoilers ahead*

I don’t even know where to begin in writing my thoughts on this review or what star rating to give The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center.

As someone who loves a good Rom Com and has heard so many good things about Katherine Center I was so excited to read this book. Here’s the conflict, and I have SO MANY OF THEM:

At times I LOVED the FMC so much and could myself in her, yet I also found her annoying and found myself frustrated with the BS she put up with. On the other hand the MMC is a garbage human being in the way he treats her and talks about her. The words “douchey”, “asshole” and “I have never hated a character as much as I hate this man” appeared multiple times in my annotations while reading.

In the end there is “some” happily ever after, but several parts of this book gave me the ick. I think it should be made perfectly clear that this is a work of fiction and that if a person is displaying some of these behaviors in real life they are major red flags you should consider investigating, and if you decide to do so, investigate from a distance, not double down and try harder. (If it were me I would run FAR FAR away). Also, no means no. Period. No matter the gender.

I think the book is well written and there were a few instances I thought were predictable but then threw me for a loop so I liked how it kept me on my toes. The Rom-Commers had many good quotes in it that I consider words to live by, and made me feel things, mostly rage, but that’s still things!

In the end I thought about DNFing this book quite a bit and upon reflection wish I had.
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I’ve got to use Katherine’s own words from the book here. She was describing love but it perfectly captures how I feel about her writing.

“It feels warm. It feels hopeful and kind. Sunshiny. And soothing. It feels like your heart is glowing.”

I mean come on!! 🥹🥹🥹🥰🥰🥰 Katherine’s books make me glad to be a reader. Her characters are so real and funny and her dialogue is UNMATCHED. Charlie and Emma’s banter was everything. The way they worked together. The way they grew. It was 🤌🤌🤌.
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My tiniest criticism is that I thought Charlie was a little too mean on those couple of times Emma overheard him talking about her. I guess it served as conflict for the story but he was so so harsh. 😢
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Still, I wouldn’t feel right giving this book anything less than five stars. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’m so thankful for the opportunity to read KC’s books early!! Thank you St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley!

loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed it! Katherine Center can do no wrong for me. She somehow manages to make PG romance novels that arent cheesy. I love the characters, dialogue, conflict, they are always just such well written books and characters.

Katherine Center is a favorite low spice author for me. I’m a bit tossed up over this one. It seemed like just another rom com, and the amount of times Charlie Yates was mentioned was absurd.

It was cute, fun with a typical ending but I didn’t feel this one was set apart from the rest in the genre.