This book had an interesting premise, but I think it could have been executed better. The main character is magically brought into her favorite TV show and her life plays out as if she's actually living in the Dawson's Creek-esque teen show. The book was fine, but wasn't anything memorable. It reminded me a lot of Ashley Poston's A Novel Love Story which was basically the same thing but the main character is brought into a book rather than a tv show.

A touch of magic, roommates to lovers, and perfect for anyone who loved early 2000s bingeable teen dramas! A fun sweet concept of giving characters the chance they deserve at a happy ending.

Brynn is a 30 year old divorcee who mysteriously taken to Carson’s Cove along with her roommate. This book gives Dawson Creek vibes. Definitely lots of similarities to teen soaps from the 2000s. The story is slow to move and at times just not my cup of tea.

Thank you to Net Galley, Random House for this ARC.

This books comes out September 3, 2024.

I think this was a cute read! It definitely took me awhile. The beginning was good, way better than the rest, but it started to go really slow and felt... unimportant. I think it needed a little more unph.. you know what I mean? I don't have a lot to say about this one, it's a romance... That's about it. Didn't feel super unique or anything. It was cute though

Thank you to #NetGalley and Dial Press for the gifted e-galley of "Prime Time Romance" by Kate Robb.

The premise of this book had me intrigued and hopeful for a quirky-magical romance and there were elements that definitely worked for me, while others left me skimming and bored.

(Spoilers ahead:)

What worked:
- Robb's writing in the present day Toronto hooked me right in.
- stepping into vulnerability and questioning what character's really want, not just what they do on autopilot
- everything between Josh and Brynn, loved their chemistry and connection
- the bar scenes
- righting wrongs, choosing yourself and what is true to your values - all great themes

What didn't work for me:
- the majority of the story in the fictional town was a drag
- anytime episodes were recapped in detail, I found myself skimming.
- Sheldon

Overall this wasn't a win for me. It was a quick read and I'm looking forward to reading Robb's debut that I have waiting for me on my shelf. This will be a good book for fans of television and those who understand the idea of seeking comfort and safety in the escapism of watching shows. .

This book was pure comfort. I had a half smile the whole time. It was like bread fresh from the oven. Soft and sweet and maybe just one more slice and oops it is all gone and I don't regret a thing.

I was holding off on starting this until I needed a palette cleanser because I knew that, based on my experience with This Spells Love, it would be a delight.

The angst was minimal. Enough that it keeps you invested but not so much to raise your heart rate. The setting was immaculate. The dash of magic was just the right amount.

But the points that set this apart from every other magical realism rom-com?
1. The uniquely Canadian references. Yes, Tim Hortons was the obvious one, but when kilometres per hour was referred to as "clicks"... amazing.
2. The end of the book contains a Prime Time Romance Easter Egg Hunt! I wish I had known this so that I could see how many I would have caught on. This is me telling you there are 8 easter eggs - now when you read it, keep track of everything that you catch.
3. The book's end also lists late 90's/early 2000's TV boyfriend opinions that may be controversial (though I fully agree with #1).
4. A cake recipe! If I enjoyed baking in the least, I'd give it a try. Maybe I'll just send it to my sister instead.


Big thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing for a digital advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

I really wanted to love this book. I am a SUCKER for the 90’s early 00’s teen drama shows and this book is a cute little take on those shows. Overall I did enjoy this book..just not exactly as much as I hoped I would. Sheldon was a bit too creepy for him to remain as “innocent” as he was and I was left wondering about Carson’s Cove when Brynn made it back! I did love Brynn and Josh. I related to Brynn’s not so subtle way of being a little more than I probably should have 😂 overall a pretty cute read!

The premise of this seemed cute if a bit farfetched, and a cute romance is always up my alley. Also I was obsessed with teen dramas so I went into this with a total open mind (i have to say the best part was the readers note referencing some of the inspirations). The buildup of the relationship was adorable, but the whole concept of the them living in this dawsons creek world 10 years later yet everyone was there felt a bit bizarre. i love to suspend my disbelief and love where magical mystery books make hard to explain things fabulous (case in point all of Rebecca Searle books) but here it was a bit odd and it just felt weird. I was getting more sketchy than nostalgia in some of the pages and it was totally putting me off. I did like the ending quite a bit.

Wow, my millennial heart absolutely loved this book! The magical realism and nostalgia hooked me from the start, and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen next. The premise was so original and I was fully invested and immersed. I enjoyed the bonus content so much, and this is catapulted to one of my favorites!

Thank you to Random House Publishing and NetGalley for the e-ARC in exchange for my honest, unbiased review.

Roommates, Brynn and Josh, end up in a teen soap after a birthday wish gone wrong. Brynn is forced to play the FMC of the show and give her the ending she deserves.

I LOVE the premise of this book! You see similar stuff in manga/anime but I don’t think I’ve seen it romance before.

The teen soap setting was so fun. I loved some of the references (❤️ Buffy). It made my millennial heart happy.

3.25⭐️

Fue como ver una película, la trama me gustó, fue algo diferente y divertido: dos compañeros de piso que fueron transportados dentro de la serie favorita de ella, ¿Se imaginan volverse la protagonista de tu serie favorita y poder darle el final que se merecía?

Si vieron Dawson's creek la trama les será muy familiar ya que el libro fue inspirado en la serie.


Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for and honest review.

3.5 ⭐️

I have complicated feelings about this book. On the one hand, the idea of making a wish and ending up in your favorite comfort show is so fun. But, the execution on this one was a little bumpy at times. There is clear inspiration from the 90s shows like Dawson’s Creek and One Tree Hill so if that’s your thing, you might enjoy this. I found the plot to be missing something. I had to really, REALLY suspend my disbelief on this one. I know it is supposed to be magical, but there was still something that made it feel too far fetched and odd.

I did, however, really love the tension and romance between Brynn and Josh. He was adorable and lovable and saw the best in her. Overall, it was a fun read, but not her best for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing for an advanced reader copy!

4.5 stars! Prime Time Romance by Kate Robb is a unique magical story! We learn about Brynn, a recent divorcee, who shares her home with bartender Josh as she can’t afford the home by herself post-divorce. On Brynn’s 30th birthday, she makes a wish that transports her, and accidentally Josh, into her favorite teen television show, Carson’s Cove. The show is eerily similar to Dawson’s Creek with a smattering of Beverly Hills 90210, and Saved by the Bell thrown in. Brynn and Josh are now characters on this show but 15 years later. Brynn becomes one of the FMC that needs to get a new HEA because the television fans didn’t like the ending from 15 years earlier. And Josh becomes a

I absolutely loved this book! The story is light overall and very quick/easy to read. The approach is very magical, and Robb did a great job transporting us to another world. The MC’s each had their own issues to solve and fell in love along the way. I loved their banter and chemistry and highly recommend reading this book!

A BIG thank you to NetGalley and Random House Group Publishing/Dial Press Trade Paperback for an advanced copy.

I absolutely adored this book and premise. This is perfect for every girl who wishes she could live inside her favorite teen drama/sitcom and it perfectly plays out like your favorite sitcom. Sloan and Josh were such a sweet match and I loved watching them unfold in a slow burning romance.

Love love love! Probably the cutest book I’ve read all year. It’s a sloooow burn but so worth the wait!

I was intrigued by the premise of this book - Brynn, a recent divorcee, makes a wish and wakes up as the lead character in her favorite teen drama. However, her roommate, Josh, also ends up in this idyllic fantasy world, and the only way to get back to real life is to live out a teen romance happily ever after. While in this fantasy world, both Brynn and Josh process their real-life issues in addition to playing out the roles of the characters in the show.

The concept was unique, but the plot felt predictable and the love story felt flat. I enjoyed the nostalgia of the book, but overall felt the romance was average and not super believable. It was a quick read if you’re looking for something light and a little cheesy.

2.5/5 stars

This book was okay. I honestly had high hopes for it on the beginning. The set up was good- thought it was a Netflix and chill type of thing that turned into real love. But I was not expecting them to live in the world of Brynn’s favorite show just for her to find her love then. It became, he was right under your nose the whole time.

Thank you for the ARC. 🦋

Kate Robb's writing is so magical! I love a second chance romance so much and this book just hits the spot! Quick and easy read for any romance reader! This entire premise is so adorable, I fell in love with this story! Of course, everyone imagines what it would be like to be in their favorite tv show! I love all of the characters, the angst, the love! The vibes of this are so nostalgic and wholesome, it takes me right back to my teen years when I would watch drama shows like the one depicted in the story. There was so much character growth in all of the characters & I found so many of them incredibly relatable!

Very enjoyable time reading this magical sitcom romance. Definitely got the Pleasantville vibes, but instead of the 50s it was the Aughts (2000's) in action. I was a fan of the setting and the be careful what you wish for aspect of the storyline. I love how fans are starting to reevaluate past loves. As my favorite movie critic says, was it great or was I eight? Robb successfully mixed all these aspects together into a well-written romance.

Thank you to Random House Publishing Group - Random House | Dial Press Trade Paperback, and NetGalley for providing an eARC for a honest review.

"Prime Time Romance" by Kate Robb seems to offer a refreshing take on the classic romantic trope with a twist of wish fulfillment. Brynn's journey of rediscovery after her divorce, coupled with the magical element of her wish, creates an intriguing premise.

Overall, "Prime Time Romance" appears to be a delightful and imaginative read that blends elements of romance, fantasy, and nostalgia. It's the kind of book that leaves readers pondering which fictional world they would like to inhabit—a testament to its engaging premise and execution.