A second chance romance with a home (inn) renovation setting told in dual POV. There's definitely lots of miscommunication/lack of communication altogether in this one that was a bit frustrating but also led to some entertaining moments. I'm happy we had the dual POV so we could see what was going through each of their heads. This one is fun with a bunch of quirky characters and ridiculousness but also lots of tender moments and character development. I love the building renovation setting and all the random side characters who become a found family that Rosie is really desperately in need of since her own family is awful. Both MCs bring their own drama and baggage to the story and while at times it felt unrealistic, the miscommunication and ten years of separate life drama was also very realistic if that makes sense. You can tell from the beginning that they both never got over each other but Tom is the one really driving this second chance and he's so earnest in his love for Rosie and trying to show that he's grown and changed. You can't help but root for him. Rosie is understandably more hesitant to try again but she also doesn't have a great support system or healthy model of love to draw from. Plus, her own assumptions get in the way of what she wants frequently - hence the miscommunication. Overall, I enjoyed the story and am happy they find their HEA and some found family along the way!

celebrity romance
love triangle.. kind of?
miscommunication
second chance romance
only one bed
found family
lgbtqia+ rep
family drama

I received a drc from Berkley via NetGalley which I voluntarily read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

No One Does It Like You is a contemporary second-chance romance about a couple who has been divorced for 10 years. After a hurricane damages her family’s bed and breakfast, Rose has no one to turn to for help making repairs and asks the last person she can think of – her ex-husband, Tom. Despite having not a single handy bone in his body, Tom offers to help in hopes of winning Rose back.

When I picked this book up, I was hoping for an adorable, heartfelt romance set amid a HGTV show. Sadly, I did not find any of the things I was hoping for. While it is clear the plot is contrived from the synopsis, it felt truly ridiculous once I started reading. The writing leaves you feeling like you are starting in the middle of a book. Plot points and details are written with little to no set-up, leaving readers confused. This is made worse by the fact the characters are about as confused as you are.

No One Does It Like You is an entire book that epitomizes the miscommunication trope to a laughable extent. The two protagonists might as well be on different planets, just making assumptions about the other, with the little that they actually communicate. Tom just assumes that Rose asking for his help means that she wants to reconcile, despite the fact she has said nothing to him about it or spoken to him for a decade. Meanwhile, Rose assumes that Tom is in a relationship with his male costar, because she saw a photo of them together online. So when Tom breaches the subject or reconciliation, Rose is thrown for a loop. Because they fail to communicate at the most basic level, their interactions and conversations are awkward and uncomfortable. While I kept hoping it would get better, I could not even root for the main characters due to their immaturity.

So that I do not absolutely tear this book to shreds, let me tell you what I liked. I thought the LGBTQIA+ representation was well done. I enjoyed the found family elements of the story, and I liked Boyd’s character best as a himbo with a heart of gold.

Overall, No One Does It Like You felt like an amateur self-published novel that forwent editing. I would not recommend it unless you are dying to read a romance novel that mentions fandoms and shipping.

This is a good book. The two main characters are Rose and Tom. Ten years ago they got a divorce. They had gotten married while the were in college. There is still an attraction. Rose is trying to save her aunt’s inn, that has been damaged during a storm. All of her family wants her to sell it. She calls Tom and he offers to help. He helps and they fall in love.

While I enjoyed this had a unique premise, it just wasn't the second chance romance for me. I loved the side characters so much and that's pretty much what got me to finish this book. The fact that it took me almost two weeks to finish the audiobook is telling enough, but I had the hardest time liking Rosie and that's hard when it's a main character.

Three’s Company in this romance between former College Sweethearts. This second-chance, forced proximity romance, shows that sometimes you have to take a leap to change your life.

It's hard to have a unique premise in a second chance romance, but this one did. Rose and Tom have been divorced for many years when a hurricane upends their lives. Told from both POVs, we see Tom and his friends try and help Rose save the family inn.

I had a hard time connecting with Rose so in turn I had a hard time rooting for them as a couple, but friendship and strength of it really propelled me to keep reading. That rag tag group of friends was a fun addition to the romance. And Tom willing to do anything for Rose stole my heart.

While this isn't one of my favorite romances of the summer, I did enjoy the read.

This book is a bit of puzzlement for me when it comes to giving it a rating. There are moments that sparkle, and the angle it take on 2nd chance romance and on modern social media's influence on everyone, whether they like it or not is wonderful. While the main characters are relatively robust, some of the 2ndary ones leave me with questions. Why is all of Rose's family so against her restoring the old house her aunt has asked her to manage? How can the lead man be so attracted to another one who seems to be dumb as a box of rocks?
That said, the story of the rehab of the property, the shifting relationship between the two main characters, and the actual effect that secondary characters have on the outcome of the story are delightful. If you're looking for a lively romance and not too invested in background details, this is a winner.

A second chance romance, a b&b and a hurricane makes for a fun story! Not to mention a fun cast of characters made this so enjoyable!

Thank you #berkleypub and #NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review

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This was an ADORABLE read and will most definitely going on my list of favorite rom-coms of 2024! Katie Shepard has done it again!

I loved the chemistry between Rosie and Tom, and I enjoyed that this book put a spin on the trope of having a second chance romance...but this time it’s between two exes who are divorced. That seems to be a rare occurrence in the romance books that I have read, so it was quite refreshing to me.

This book reminded me of a Hallmark movie and I ate up every second of this charming romance.

The audiobook is narrated by Savannah Peachwood and I love how she brought the character’s voices to life. She is a wonderful narrator with a soothing, sweet voice like honey!

If you are looking for a “second chance” romance to curl up with this fall, I definitely recommend this book!

Many Thanks again to NetGalley, Berkley, and Penguin Random House Audio for providing me with this book in exchange for my honest review!

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This was my first Katie Shepard book, but it won’t be my last! While its slower pace made it harder to get into, the found-family aspect was strong, I loved how Tom and Boyd made Rosie’s dreams come true, and Tom’s commitment to both Rose and her aunt warmed my heart.

I didn’t realize this book was part of a series until after I finished it, but knowing that, I’m eager to go back and read Katie’s earlier books! I feel like her writing has potential, and I’m curious to see what the other books are like. Rose is a sweet, spunky character and the motley crew that rallied around her yo babe her bird-inspired inn a success made me smile 😍

I found myself having a really hard time getting into this one for whatever reason. I really liked the story line but I just was never fully hooked on it and kept getting distracted.

Thanks to berkley for the copy--i just wish i liked it more!

This was a no for me. Would others like it? Yes.

I didn't feel like the two main characters went together well.

The story itself was slow and hard for me to get into. The idea of it sounded amazing though. I love old houses and it's even better when it's a family home they fix up.

This could have been my mood at the time of reading, but I just couldn't connect with anyone in this.

A wild and renovation heavy second chance romance that brings in theater, fandom, allergies, and realizing that your family doesn’t have to be the source of all your love and support. It’s sideways found family.

Tom is a middling actor that lost the love of his life and after a life risking experience, calls and tells her he loves her and he’ll do anything for her. Rosie, needing help renovating her family’s hurricane damaged inn, takes him up on the offer. Along comes his famous costar and the fandom that ships them together, and shenanigans because none of them know what they’re doing.

Sweet and deep, with characters you desperately want to get back together.

"No One Does It Like You" by Katie Shephard is a heartwarming and engaging romantic novel that explores the complexity of relationships. The story follows Broadway actor Tom Wilczewski and his ex-wife Rose Kelly as they navigate their past while dealing with the aftermath of a Category 3 hurricane on Martha’s Vineyard. The author skillfully weaves together themes of love, forgiveness, and self-discovery, creating a compelling narrative that keeps the reader emotionally invested throughout.

The timing of Tom's declaration of love to his ex-wife amidst a hurricane adds an element of urgency and unpredictability to the plot, which sets the stage for a captivating and emotional journey. As Tom and Rose are brought together to repair the family inn, their interactions are filled with tension, humor, and poignant moments that make their rekindling relationship believable and heartfelt.

The novel beautifully captures the intricacies of second chances and the challenges of rebuilding trust and love. The setting of Martha’s Vineyard adds a charming backdrop to the story, immersing the reader in the beauty of the island and the struggles faced by the characters. Additionally, the supporting cast of characters, including Tom’s Broadway cast members and Rose’s family, adds depth and humor to the narrative.

Overall, "No One Does It Like You" is an enchanting tale of love, resilience, and the transformative power of forgiveness. With its compelling storytelling and relatable characters, this novel is a delightful read that will resonate with fans of contemporary romance and anyone who appreciates a heartwarming story of redemption and hope.

Im going to be honest with you, I don't know what has gotten into me but I have been binge reading romcoms lately.

I don't have a preferred trope as Im not too well versed in the romcom lingo just yet but I can tell you that I am LOVING this genre and this book might have just slid right into my top five !!!

No One Does It Like You

First off, I absolutely loved the title, it should be a song

Second, I fell in love over and over again with Rose and Tom.

Everything.

I loved everything.

Restoring the old inn, the college sweetheart past, just everything. This book is the ultimate chefs kiss.

Check out this teaser :

College sweethearts reunite to restore more than just an old inn.

When’s the best time to tell your ex that you want them back?

Probably not in the middle of a Category 3 hurricane. But when Broadway actor Tom Wilczewski is about to dive into the floodwaters to rescue his co-lead, he calls the ex-wife he hasn’t seen in ten years to swear he still loves her and ask for a chance to make things right.

Two months later, Rose Kelly is tired of seeing pictures of her ex-husband Tom rescuing Hollywood darling Boyd Kellagher. Not that she’s jealous. Of course not. She’s far too busy taking care of her elderly aunt and worrying about the storm damage to the family B&B on Martha’s Vineyard to miss the love of her life. But after belatedly hearing Tom’s voicemail, Rosie asks him to follow through on his promises for once by helping her fix the inn. Thinking this is the perfect way to win her back, Tom agrees.

When they get there, things are…less than ideal. Rosie expected the inn to be in better shape. She expected it to have more beds. And she expected more help from her actual family—not from Tom and the rest of his Broadway cast. But Rosie begins to wonder if maybe the life she expected isn’t the one she really wants. If she and Tom can repair the inn together, can they possibly repair the damage to the relationship they both thought was long gone?

Tom and Rosie were married and then divorced for 10 years. They reconnect after a major hurricane and see if they can fix their relationship while repairing Rosie's family inn.

I enjoy stories where there is reconciliation and that was my favorite part of No One Does It Like You. There were parts that made me laugh, parts that were interesting and parts that made me think. It was a bit crass for my taste. I did like Rosie and how she was determined and gained confidence in herself.

I was given a copy by the publisher and not required to write a positive review.

Se

I love a second-chance romance so this one is an automatic love for me! This was a super easy read with the writing and story being super great to follow. The characters had amazing depth. They are imperfect people who really care about others.


“I should have done this years ago.”
“Done what?”
“Anything.”

This was a great take on a second chance romance. I enjoyed the reconnection journey of Rose and Tom especially with of the remodeling shenanigan's that happened. I also like the addition of the former ex lover of Boyd and his influencer entourage with the hilarious names. This book had some fun banter and just gave gave this trope a unique spin!

I'm a huge fan of second chance romances and we rarely get to see a second chance book where divorced exes get back together, which is why I was very excited to read this one. The beginning was very enjoyable and I liked Tom & Rosie but these characters were supposed to be in their thirties so I was expecting them to be a lot more mature but both of them were still somewhat childish tbh. Still, I liked the chemistry between Rosie & Tom and the way he was always so straight forward about his point of getting back together was nice because there was so much miscommunication between them in the past, so it was refreshing to see that Tom was really trying. Overall, I enjoyed reading this book and some instance made me laugh but some side characters except Adrian & Ximena were so annoying.
This had its cute moments, but I found I had trouble suspending belief in places. I still don't buy into the circumstances around Tom and Rosie's initial break up. It fell flat. I did like some of the quirky additions, though. Like the walls being infested with bees, Boyd careening on the roof in the middle of a thunderstorm, and the fandom girlies showing up on the B&B property. A decent pick for those looking for something light and carefree to close out the summer.

Thank you @berkleypub and @prhaudio for my complimentary copy. My thoughts are my own.

Though the premise for this one sounded cute, I have picked the book up several times, and even tried the audio; but each time I quickly lose interest. Second chance romance is one of my favorite tropes, but this one lacked the bittersweet history that would have had me longing for this Rose and Tom to get back together. I felt there was no chemistry between Rose and Tom, and I especially didn’t care for the immature Tom. He didn’t seem like the strong, yet vulnerable male main character that I usually like. This was a DNF for me. I will not be sharing my review, and I do apologize for this. I just can’t recommend it.