Enemies to Lovers follows Flo and Jamie’s story, as they are on a family vacation in Greece.
The two have history, as Jamie is Flo’s brother’s best friend. Jamie is considered as one of the family, which makes the dynamic odd for Flo as she has always felt some way toward Jamie. They also have an incident from the previous Christmas that brings them together, only to have it not end well.

I loved the story telling here, Flo is engaging and fun, not to mention relatable. She is honest because of some recent events she’s gone through, and is really focused on herself, and taking care of her mental health, which I love to see the female characters do.

I love Flo and how well her character is developed, and I would have loved some more development of Jamie. His appearance is described pretty often but as far as who he is, is a bit of a mystery, although it’s mentioned that he can be hard to read.
I am not a huge fan of a miscommunication trope, which we discover seems to have been a huge blocker for them as they navigate their feelings. I am however, glad it gets sorted and they are able to have a HEA. I look forward to reading more of Laura Jane, now that I’ve discovered her!

The interior monologue was a bit much and so frustrating. Before I was halfway through I just wanted to shake Flo into her senses.

Thanks to #NetGalley and the publisher for access to this book in exchange for an honest review.

Right off the bat, the title of this book piqued my interest. This was such a good summer read, and a fun book to get lost in. The chemistry between Jamie and Flo seemed to be lacking just a bit to me, but I still had such an enjoyable time reading about their story.

3.5, if they had just talked to each other and he explained his letter sooner rather than waiting most of the problems could’ve been solved. She was also kinda annoying but the mental health representation was appreciated

This was a fun read but it did feel like it dragged on a bit! I wish I would have loved it but maybe the timing was not right for me. Might give it another try.

For fans of Emily Henry and Sally Thorne, Enemies to Lovers.

Set in sunny Greece on a family holiday, Flo joins her family to take a break from the stress of her career in academic. She doesn’t realize that her brother’s friend Jamie is also coming, and finds herself extremely combative due to a previous encounter between them.

I read this book in 3 days (which is fast for me). The characters are well developed and the writing is really professional. That sounds like table stakes, but I read a lot of chick lit and while there are many great stories - not all of them meet that criteria. The author did a great job giving dimension to all characters, not just the main couple. This felt much more on par with a best selling author.

My only slight frustration was that a lot of the issue boiled down to one major point of confusion that could be clarified with a discussion. I guess I didn’t realize it, but that’s not a trope I am very patient with! I also wish the author had spent a bit more time diving into the Jamie and Flo’s past relationship. A lot of it was revealed in the last few pages, and I think it made some of the backstory hard to believe.

All in all, I would recommend this book and read other books by this author happily.

Thank you to Penguin Group, NetGalley, and Laura Jane Williams for this advanced copy.

*Enemies to Lovers* by Laura Jane is a delightful and heartwarming romance that explores the classic trope of two characters who start off as enemies but gradually fall in love. The novel follows the story of two seemingly incompatible individuals—each with their own quirks and flaws—who are forced to work together, leading to unexpected chemistry and emotional growth.

Jane’s writing is fun and engaging, with witty banter and well-developed characters who evolve in believable ways. The dynamic between the two leads is full of tension and humor, making their eventual romance satisfying and well-earned. While the plot is familiar, the strong character development and the author’s ability to capture the ups and downs of a relationship make the book a charming read.

Overall, *Enemies to Lovers* is a perfect pick for fans of lighthearted, feel-good romances with a touch of humor and heart.

Less enemies to lovers, more intense tension of two people that should probably just date. It kept my interest and was a light reading option for an intense time.

"Enemies to Lovers" is a bit misleading of a title... But the story itself was still enjoyable.

Flo had a crush on her brother's best friend, Jamie. And last Christmas, it seemed like maybe something was finally going to happen between Jamie and Flo. But rather than coming to her room that night, as he said he would, a note was slid under her door instead, stating that he was sorry to lead her on, but they weren't right for one another, and they shouldn't discuss it again.

Heartbroken by the rejection, Flo left and has been avoiding Jamie ever since. But when he unexpectedly shows up on HER family's summer vacation trip in Greece, she has no choice but to try to get along with him.

She decides to treat the whole situation as exposure therapy, thinking that will help her get over him. But the more time they spend together, the more complicated everything gets.

The thing I loved most about this book was the family itself and how much they actually enjoyed spending time together. Of course, the setting was nice too. But since Flo was dealing with a lot in her life, including recovering from a nervous breakdown a couple years prior, she feels a bit detached from it all. Oddly enough, that made me feel detached from her too, which is not what you really want for your main character.

That said, it was still an enjoyable read!

Thank you to Laura Jane Williams, Penguin Group, and NetGalley for an advance review copy.

What a fun read!

This book has one of my absolutely favorite tropes, enemies to lovers. And then you add in the beautiful setting in Greece? I knew I would like this book!

While this book had those things, it was also about Flo opening up to her family about her struggles. I appreciated that depth of character.


This is the perfect beach read!

Enemies to lovers set on a Greek island? This book was cute, with a great setting. As a lover of the enemies to lovers trope, this was fun for me. The tension was clear from their first meeting. And there is even some forced proximity when they are forced to share a room :)

*Enemies to Lovers* by Laura Jane Williams is a delightful and witty romantic comedy that takes the classic trope of rivals turned lovers and gives it a fresh, modern twist. From the moment we meet the main characters, Lottie and Sam, their fiery chemistry and palpable tension leap off the page. Williams expertly builds their antagonistic relationship, using their clashes to create both humor and emotional depth, which makes their eventual shift from enemies to lovers feel earned and satisfying.

What I love about this book is how Williams balances the humor with more tender, introspective moments. Lottie and Sam aren’t just two people who bicker—they both have personal baggage and vulnerabilities that they need to confront before they can let their guards down. The way they slowly get to know one another, peeling back layers and discovering each other’s complexities, makes their romance feel real and heartwarming.

The writing is sharp, funny, and full of heart, and the pacing is just right, keeping the reader engaged throughout. Lottie and Sam’s dynamic is perfectly matched—there’s the perfect amount of push and pull, with moments of tension, vulnerability, and, of course, undeniable chemistry. The supporting characters are also well-drawn and add to the overall charm of the story.

If you’re a fan of the *enemies to lovers* trope, this book is a must-read. Laura Jane Williams delivers a funny, swoon-worthy, and deeply satisfying romance that will have you laughing, sighing, and rooting for Lottie and Sam every step of the way. It’s a perfect blend of humor, heart, and heat, and I couldn’t put it down!

Flo arrives for her family's vacation on a dreamy Greek island to see Jamie, her brother's best friend who she had an almost fling with last Christmas. Unfortunately, it ended in a brutal rejection.

A plumbing disaster lands Jamie in Flo's bedroom for the remainder of the trip, forcing Flo and Jamie to face their issues. If they hate each other, what happened last Christmas,,, and if they're meant to be, why did Jamie reject Flo so harshly and flee town?

Reading this book felt like I was creeping through the windows of an authentic family vacation. I loved how the Greenbergs deeply cared for each other, sometimes, too much. Flo was a relatable character who showed interwoven strength and weakness.

This was a fun, beach read with a healthy dose of real life. 4 stars!

This book was a quick romance-ish read. Perfect for vacation, since the setting is in beautiful Greece featuring a family vacation for the MFC. While I did really like this book and am giving it a 4 star rating (rounding up from 3.75), I will say that it was not what I expected as a romance. To me, this book was a lot more about Flo (FMC) overcoming things in her own personal life and getting back on track with communicating with her family after a breakdown she suffered. The romance aspect was lacking IMO, the actual romance plot was so drawn out, another story line where the miscommunication between the 2 main characters could have been solved so many times, it almost gets annoying. Again, because I did love the aspects of this book that were Flo developing as a character, and felt the author has a great writing talent, I am giving 4 stars. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a quick and easy read for vacation or travel. BUT... if your looking for a true romance, this book will not do it for you!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book, in exchange for honest feedback.

I was able to read this because NetGalley provided with an arc. I loved this romance. Great Read. I would read more by this author.

Typical romcom, but these types of books are always a comfortable read for me. I really enjoyed the storyline and I enjoyed the characters! Thank you netgalley and the publishers!!!

Jamie (Flo’s brother’s best friend) and Flo almost had a “thing” last Christmas. Jamie leaves abruptly causing a misunderstanding and hurt feelings. Looking for relaxation, Flo joins the whole family in Greece for a two week vacation… Jamie included. Two weeks of forced/close proximity puts all their issues on display. Hopefully this will be the chance for them to clear the air.

I really like this story. It had a great way to explore mental health and how it looks to all those affected. The family dynamic was great as well. You should definitely check it out, you will not be disappointed.

Thank you to Netgalley and Putnam for the chance to read and review this book.

While I enjoyed this one, it didn’t quite come across as “enemies” to lovers like the title suggests, more like underlying tension to lovers? I did really enjoy the family dynamic, it’s nice to see a close-knit family and the sibling banter as this really hits home for me and LOVED the Greece setting! I mean it doesn’t get much more picturesque than that! But unfortunately the romance didn’t jump off the page between Flo and Jamie (which is generally what we’re all reading romance for), but it was a nice, easy read that was still very much enjoyable,

Overall, I found this to be an enjoyable light vacation read. I wouldn’t call the trope enemies to lovers, as much as I would say there was a misunderstanding. Honestly, I think the book would have been better served as a friends to lovers dynamic versus the misunderstandings/meddling that it was. It also felt disingenuous that Jaimie and Flo wouldn’t have discussed the misunderstanding at Christmas once they became vulnerable with one another earlier on in the storyline. I also did not like how things ended with Adonis considering how likable he was and how open and comfortable she was with him and sharing her mental health storyline with him in the book. I feel like he could’ve just remained in the friend zone and it would’ve been totally fine. There was no need to demonize him or use him to create a dramatic turn. I absolutely LOVED the family dynamics, writing of the relationships between the siblings and the parents- all that was really well done. I do like that the author wrote about women’s mental health and the journey and the pressures that many women face, I do wish that it was incorporated more throughout the holiday, versus it kind of being brought to airs at the very end, though. 3.5 stars. I would definitely explore more writing by this author. Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this arc..

Enemies to Lovers was just not for me. I am a big fan of the trope but this one didnt have the same level of enemies feel like other books in the genre. The two characters did not have a lot of chemistry for me and I found myself hoping I would get to read more of the family dynamic than the love story. It was all just ok for me.