Okay, I loved this book and practically couldn't put it down. I have already put her other book on hold at the library.

I liked this book as there was some complex character development and growth, as well as a slow burn romance. I am afraid to type more without including spoilers. Josie and Will are a fabulous couple and I just couldn't wait to see how their story unfolded.

Thanks for the ARC! I loved it.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advance review copy in return for an honest review. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I loved Clare Gilmore’s debut novel and this one didn’t disappoint either! I love a good slow burn romance with closed doors so this was right up my alley.

“Perfect Fit” written by Clare Gilmore follows Josephine Davis, a young CEO of her very own clothing company on her journey between chapters. There’s a time for everyone where one chapter closes and another opens. This novel perfectly stitches together the positive and negative effects of these enormous life changes. Josie struggles immensely with letting others in and her own self image, but with the help of her best friends, love interest, her mentor, and her ex best friend with whom she reconnected with. There are so many themes within this novel but my favourite is the healing aspect. Clare provides accurate representations of several different issues young woman deal with in todays society. I think more of these stories need to be written, even though the romance seemed to be the main point I think the most important point was Josie entering her healing era and we doing see that as often as we should.

I was a huge fan of Clare Gilmore’s first novel, and her sophomore did not disappointment. I adore Josie and Will, and the addition of Josie’s ex-best friend creates such perfect tension between the two of them and Josie herself. I loved this book so, so much.

Josie’s grandmother taught her to sew and after she died, Josie’s main comfort came from sewing original items. The sewing consumed her life and eventually she needed investors and consultants to help with her company. The consultant ended up being Will Grant, the twin brother of her high school friend, Zoe. Zoe saw Josie kiss Will on their senior trip and believed their friendship was just so Josie could be with Will. Josie, Zoe, and Will had not spoken since that event 9 years ago. Will professed he would do whatever Josie needed to be successful, hoping to make up for the kiss and the separation. This book is wonderful, all about forgiveness, hard work, and re-evaluating what is important in life.

Get excited for this Fall 2024 romcom release! I loved this light-hearted, meet cute that starts with a bike crash. I also loved the Austin setting. Outdoor recreation, bars, and food are all central to this story. Josie’s character and the Revenant brand felt referential to the story of the young female founder and CEO of Outdoor Voices. I thought the background behind Josie and Will and their respective friendships, family and coworkers all helped move the story forward. As someone who spent 20+ working in corporate retail who has definitely burned out more than once, this one hit home for me personally. Maybe I just needed validation that we should all be doing what we love, but sometimes you need a break. Thank you to St. Martin Press and NetGalley for my ARC. Add this to your fall TBR list now!

This is the first book I have read by this author and she did not disappoint. This book is my favorite genre of book to read and this one was delightful. Will and Josie are so lovable and their story and personal growth were perfect. I will definitely recommend this book to others and read more by this author. I love the ending too. :)

Oooooh this book was so cute, may I even say...swoon worthy! I LOVE LOVE LOVE healthy communication and this book had it in spades! I also love independent work boss vibes, with a supportive golden retriever man waiting (to not save the day), but to help the girl in whatever way she needs. I really really enjoyed this book, the HEA the characters *earned*, and the sweet little moments between all the characters. The only thing I didn't love was the teeny tiny cliffhanger/open ending in the last sentence with the cute little ellipsis...4.5 stars rounded down to 4 stars.

“Perfect Fit” by Clare Gilmore is a refreshing take on the romance genre, offering readers a story that is grounded in reality and resonates with the strength of its characters. Gilmore’s portrayal of relationships is remarkably realistic, providing a mature and thoughtful perspective on love that is rare in contemporary romance novels.
The characters are the pillars of this narrative, each one crafted with depth and complexity that make them memorable and relatable. At times I wanted a little more, though. More internal dialogue, more vulnerability. Still loved though!

I loved the writing style, and highlighted quotes left and right! The chemistry between the main characters was swoony-worthy, and I LOVED Will Grant, what a perfect book boyfriend. A very enjoyable read from Clare Gilmore! I can’t wait to read more from her.

Thank you to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest, unbiased review!

This is my second book from Clare Gilmore, and she is going on my list of must reads when something new comes out. I devoured this book in a day. Josie is such a millennial girl, working too hard and trying to please everyone. I definitely think that most people can relate to her. And Will. Oh, Will. The most patient book boyfriend there ever was. I laughed. I cried. The friendship theme in this book hits hard. Especially reconnecting with an old best friend after years apart.

This book comes out in October and I simply say you must read it!

Annnnnd omg can we please talk about the last sentence of the book when you do?!?!? I need your thoughts.

Bottom Line: Read it!

**I received a copy of Perfect Fit from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.**

This was a cute read about a second-chance romance between the CEO of a fashion startup and a consultant who works for her brand, but the two share a somewhat messy past. Josie and Will developed a nice dynamic, banter, and overall relationship. I especially enjoyed Josie's internal monologue and how she dealt with many struggles, including social media, work-life balance, and self-confidence, despite her success so far. She was a complex character with lots of depth, and I found that really interesting.

My only critique is the dialogue between the two main characters. It was a bit unrealistic for me at times, like their speeches for each other, but that's just personal preference. While Will was very kind and patient, better insight into his initial feelings/attraction towards Josie could've been explored more. I agree with other reviewers that more flashbacks to these two in high school would've helped establish more tension. I didn't necessarily enjoy the setting of Austin, but it was refreshing to see another novel set in Texas, as I rarely come across these.

Overall, I did enjoy this and would recommend it for a cute workplace romance. Thank you to NetGalley, St. Martin's Press, and Clare Gilmore for the ARC!

This is the first novel I've read by Clare Gilmore but it did not disappoint! I loved the depth of both Will and Josie's characters, the slow but steady development of their relationship (which was at turns tender, sweet, and spicy), and the focus on female friendship and self discovery. Would definitely recommend!

Really enjoyed this book especially all the details of the cities the main character was traveling to.

I enjoyed the premise, the characters, the friendships, and the relationship between Will and Josie.

It was a very light read for me despite the many issues discussed throughout the book- mainly insecurities, self-doubt, anxiety, stress.

I appreciated the author's attempt to make Josie more relatable through her history and personal struggles: however, I just couldn't connect with Josie. It might have been easier had she not be from a rich family and made it plain that her family money helped support her career. Her life and her very privileged lifestyle made her harder for me to connect with.

However, I did find Josie's struggle with social media very relatable. For some people, myself included, social media is more toxic than enjoyable. For Josie, it was a huge trigger. I respect that and her boundaries with the medium.

Overall, the storyline was well executed, the characters, especially the supporting characters, were very likeable. Overall, a fun, light read!

I really, really wanted to like this. For a sweet romcom, it lost me several times, primarily at the beginning with trying to figure out why Will was needed for the company. Then all the current pop culture references came in- which I follow closely but don’t like in books. I couldn’t warm up to Josephine at all, and not because I didn’t love all her #girllboss moments. I lost the plot completely when someone said, in dialogue, “TL;DR”. Who would ever use that in real life, in a sentence?
At least the book was easy to read and the later sections of globetrotting were fun.

Thank you NetGalley and St Martins Press for this arc in exchange for an honest review!

I didn't think this would ever happen to me," I admit, the words tripping off my tongue.
His lips graze mine, close but still resisting. "Being this much in love?"
"Being at peace," I explain, repeating his same sentiment. "That's why I get to love you. You helped me find it."

I absolutely loved this book. This was the romance book I've been looking for when I've been disappointed by my previous reads, and I can't wait for everyone to get their hands on this.

I really enjoyed the storyline and the setting; was giving The Intern vibes if anyone has seen that movie. Just really loved the feel of the atmosphere that was being described and the love and passion for the job that Josie was outputting. I really loved her character too. Such a humble female CEO character that was still working hard and finding her place the world but also dealing with stress and burnout, even when doing something you started out loving.

And Will. Good grief. This man was amazing in every single way. He was such a good man, had a great personality and sense of humor, and was amazing at his job. At one point, Josie remarks to herself that watching a man with such professional competency is a turn on, and I couldn't agree more.

And throughout all of this, they are communicating, being honest with each other about their feelings and why they may have reservations. But they were there for each other from the word go. Whether it was professionally, romantically, or even just as friends. This was really a beautiful relationship to read about and this is a top 2 or 3 book for me this year so far.

Couldn't recommend this was one more 🩷

I love romcoms with snappy, witty banter and strong leads. This book should have hit all the right spots for me, but it didn't. I rounded up a 3.5 to four because the banter and characters were there. I just couldn't connect to any of it. It was quick-paced, which I normally relish, but not in this case. I almost feel like this book was trying too hard to work, but never quite made it, again, for me.

i want to be in love. i want to read everything clare gilmore ever writes. i'm crying. they have CRUSHES on each other.

thank you to clare gilmore, st. martins press, and netgalley for my arc <3 specifically thank you for reaching out to pre approve my copy <3

Oh my goodness, this book had my heart fluttering and happy tears down my face. Not to compare books but this book had me feeling the same sort of way that I felt while reading "Out On A Limb" by Hannah Bonam-Young which is one of the best books I've read this year. "The Perfect Fit" is pretty up there now too. I could not recommend this book more because it has a little bit of everything - second-chance romance, broken best friendships, family drama, love, and more. Our two main characters are so easy to fall in love with, and so are the supporting best friend characters! I finished this book and I want more! Definitely a 5-star read and a book that I'll want to re-read in the future. Thank you NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read this ARC before release day. I loved it and will be picking up her debut novel, "Love Interest".