I did struggle with this one a bit. I didn't feel the chemistry between the characters. I felt is lacked something. Simone is sentenced to community service at a homeless shelter. At first it doesn't go very well, she isn't the person cut out for it but she defiantly does grow. People also didn't seem to respect Simone, it felt like every one was awful to her and she never really stuck up for herself. Community Service does hit some sensitive subjects that could hit hard for some people.

Community Service by Sal Thomas, published by Harper Collins / One More Chapter, is the second book I enjoyed reading by this author. The previous one was the Accidental Housemate.
But back to CS.
Simone is single, living in London and works as PRexec. She's cynic, edgy and this character traits bring her in trouble and before a judge - getting Community Service at a shelter. Not exactly her kind of experience.
A witty and fun read combined with some serious topics too. I loved the bicker and banter, the story and the beautiful writing.

Unfortunately not for me. The main characters were annoying and lacked the depth I usually like in books. I also missed any spicy elements!

Drawn to Community Service for the plot; stayed for the humor and banter between complex characters. Simone isn’t particularly likable at the beginning of Community Service, which enables us to see her growth as she is educated on a variety of topics through her court-ordered community service. Author Sal Thomas brings to light societal issues while Simone is working with individuals experiencing homelessness. Characters are written in such a way that they feel real to harbor an emotional connection to them. Community Service is a perfect read for those looking for a romance with emotional depth and hard-hitting themes.

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter | One More Chapter for an advanced copy of Community Service in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you @harpercollinsuk, @onemorechapterhc, and @netgalley for the eARC of Community Service by @salthomasauthor in exchange for an honest review!

📖📖 Book Review 📖📖 Being a woman is tough. It’s hard to put into words but Sal Thomas does a pretty great job in her new novel, Community Service. As a single woman in London, Simone, a PR exec, knows this all too well. While some situations she encounters may seem over the top, they are a reality for so many and her cynicism might not be that unwarranted. That hilarious yet edgy attitude does not bode well for Simone when she does not realize that she is interacting with real police officers and not actors at a film festival. She lands in a world of trouble in front of the judge and she gets community service. There are very few opportunities more humbling than volunteering at a homeless shelter and this time provides a huge opportunity for self-reflection for Simone. Community Service is a witty read that combines humor and humility in a brilliant fashion.

Review is posted on Goodreads and will be on Instagram ahead of the publication date!

I love a good redemption story and this one was knocked yo off the park. Sal Tho as you a genius. I loved your inspiring, touching, and moving story. It truly has become e of my most favorite reads as of late. I love how sometimes we can find ourselves in unexpected circumstances not always by choice, but sometimes we land up finding ourselves in the process. I cannot wait to share my full review and thoughts on this beautiful beautiful book. I apologize due to being in the hospital unexpectedly I’ve had a bit of rough time being able to type, but definitely be on the lookout here for more, Ine More Chapter your books are absolute perfection! Please keep them coming,

Not for me. Everyone messes with Simone: her client, her colleague, her boss and her boyfriend (who happened to be married, mind you) and she just puts up with it. Of course I'm hoping she'll be turning all these sad situations around in the end, but somehow I couldn't relate to all that shitty drama or unnecessary unkindness and don't have the patience to finish this book and find out.