Katherine center does it again! Such a sweet, funny, and enjoyable book. The narrator was absolutely perfect!

I really enjoyed this sweet romcom about screenwriters coming together to write a romcom! It had sweet moments, funny scenes, and was just an all around feel good book. You can always rely on Katherine Center to write a book that will warm your heart while also dealing with some tough topics like grief and caretaking. This one also surprised me a bit because there were a few occasions where she broke the fourth wall, but I felt like in this story, it worked. I would definitely recommend this one!

✨𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄✨

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙢-𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙗𝙮 𝙆𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧
𝗠𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚: ★★★★★

Gosh I just love Katherine Center and her writing! This was such a fun story, full of banter, great laughs and heartwarming moments.

Emma and Charlie, the two main characters, are such intriguing and complex characters. I loved their strong personalities, their backgrounds and the way they molded together. I found myself laughing often and shedding some tears in between.

The story line going from Emma being a full time caregiver for her father and a super fangirl of Charlie’s, to her living with him in LA and co-writing together was seriously a beautiful story!
This book had all the typical Katherine Center warm fuzzy feelings, similar to her other stories and I loved everything about it!

The narration of the book was done perfectly and I enjoyed the way the Patti Murin portrayed the characters.

𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗟𝗜𝗞𝗘
Forced Proximity
Grumpy x Sunshine
Workplace Romance
Famous MMC
Disability Rep
Screenwriters
Fun Banter

Katherine Center's books are always auto-buys for me. I just love them! This one didn't disappoint and might just be my favorite! I really enjoyed listening to this and the narrator was great as was the story line! I couldn't stop listening and really enjoyed the unlikely relationship, fun story line and banter. I will definitely be recommending this story and audio book!

An absokute joy of a book - Katherine Center never fails to give us amazing book after book, and The Rom Commers is no different! The audiobook is such a fun listen - excellent narration!

Wonderfully huge thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan for the gifted audiobook for The Rom-Commers. This book was an absolute delight from start to finish. This was surprisingly my first Katherine Center books and it most definitely will not be my last. I enjoyed the premise of this one. There was a lot of tension. There was so much hurt and ache that both characters have gone through and need to overcome which made them feel so human to me. I loved the dynamic between Charlie and Emma. It was wrapped up with the most beautiful bow. I can't wait to read more from Katherine in the future! Defintiely recommend!

What an absolute delight!

This story follows Emma Wheeler and Charlie Yates, as forces bring them together to write a rom-com for the screen. Emma teaches Charlie how to both write and live a love story. Along the road, the two develop feelings for each other, and learn that perception and the life they live can only come from the path they create for themselves.

I don’t typically love peppy “sunshine” FMCs but this one was absolutely enamoring and in many ways relatable. I was rooting for Emma throughout. The chemistry between Emma and Charlie was off the charts, and I actually laughed out loud several times through this read. I loved how the author treated the third act break-up, and tied up the story neatly in a bow. It was extremely heartwarming and satisfying.

The one thing I wasn’t a huge fan of was the authors use of breaking the fourth wall, where the narrator made commentary directed at the reader. However, this is a personal gripe and something a lot of others might actually enjoy, as it is a common tool used in romcom films.

My review of the audiobook narration:
Initially, I was hesitant and unsure if I was going to like this one, because the narrator used a very peppy, high inflection vocal interpretation. However, once i got about 20% in, I really started to enjoy the way the narrator read this. She perfectly reflected the facets of our FMCs character in a way that was enjoyable and kept me interested. Her ability to go back and forth with the voices of the MMC and FMC was seamless. I highly recommend doing this one on audio!

I will be immediately pre-ordering this one in physical format as well! I mean the bright pink sprayed edge! Come on 😍

Thank you Macmillan Audio and Netgalley for the opportunity to listen to the audio ARC!

The Rom-Commers is now my favorite Kathrine Center book and one of my favorite book of all time. It is a sweet romance with a healthy dose of family life and Hollywood life. Charlie and Emma were an adorable couple and I loved reading their banter and how they fell in love.

Emma’s role as caregiver and the struggle trusting her sister to take far of their dad was something I think many readers will identify with.

What an absolute BLAST. I’ve never read anything by Katherine Center before, though I’ve always heard great things, so this was a fabulous first intro to her! It was like being projectile catapulted into bright colors & sparkle with a hint of “grief is inevitable”—which is, like, my exact vibe. If you’re looking for a book that truly feels like watching a rom com, this is your girl. There were so many layers of story, so much banter & so much heart.

Our main characters were such a joy to experience. Emma was the Romance Defender™️, sunshine girl, who has seen her fair share of grief & heartache. Who has given up her dreams to take care of her perfect (& I mean PERFECT) dad (I seriously think he was my favorite character). Enter Charlie—an acclaimed screenwriter who has been turned jaded by a series of painful circumstances that he calls his life. & since then, has just lost steam & cannot write this rom com he has been tasked to write. So of course. It’s gonna be written together. The two must write together & LIVE together. WE LOVE TO SEE IT. They had such fun chemistry, it felt so easy & natural. Like even from the first page they’re just meant to be. I will say, Emma frustrated me a bit at the end, but I did end up forgiving her—we all have our moments. This book is for the lovers of Beach Read, lovers of opposites attract & writers falling in love. People who want to hear a human story about how grief & love are so carefully intwined, you might think they’re enmeshed. It was an overall amazing time, perfect for laying on the beach & crying & giggling & kicking your feet.

This is 4 stars from me! The kind of story you truly love to hear & makes you smile like a fool—the best kind.

Thank you so much to NetGalley & Macmillan for the arc!

Katherine Center is a automatic read for me and I have absolutely adored each and every one of her books. This one might be my absolute favorite. This was one of those books that I just never wanted it to end, but also, never wanted to stop reading. I will be singing its praises to all my book loving friends! The Rom-Commers was an easy 5 stars!

This contains a review for the audiobook.

Katherine Center writes entertaining and captivating books. This one is no exception. The story and characters were well rounded and interesting. I thought the plot was well laid out and kept my interest throughout the book.

I will say that the language was definitely stronger than I remember in the previous Katherine Center book I read. There are plenty of F-bombs and some other curse words as well. There would be enough to give it a R rating if it were a movie. I was going to it a fan of that at all. I think the book would have been just as impactful without, what I felt to be excessive cursing. I will also note that there is a mention of a homosexual relationship even though one of the characters is never on page. Just wanted to make note of that for those of you that might want to know.

Now for the audio. It is a single female narrator that reads this book. It is told from the female character's point of view, so that fits well. I thought the narration was excellent. She really kept me invested in the story. I didn't have any trouble listening at an increased speed either.

I am also glad that the author's note and additional chapter are included in the audio format. Those are both read by the author herself. That adds a nice touch.

I think overall the story is 5 stars but I personally would remove one due to the language content. I know this is a secular book and I could tolerate some. I just felt that a line was crossed and so I'm giving 4 stars.

Thanks to Macmillian Audio and Netgalley for the opportunity to listen to a copy of this book. I am happily and voluntarily leaving my honest review.

If loving cheesy romances is wrong I don’t want to be right! That’s exactly how this book felt. It was adorable in a kicking your feet kind of way. There’s a part in this book where she is telling him what a romance is and it definitely fit this book. We all know how it ends, but it’s the process that gets us there that makes it fun. I absolutely adored Emma and related to her and her inability to put herself first. Her relationship with her sister, although strained at times brought joy into the book. Charlie although grumpy at first stole my heart about halfway through and I found myself rooting for him and Emma before I knew it. Overall, a very fun listen and will definitely be recommending to my friends.

Emma, an aspiring screenwriter who has put bigger dreams on hold to care for her father, is hired to help her favorite screenwriter, Charlie Yates, rework a terrible romcom script. She uproots her life after 10 years of serving as sole caretaker to pass these duties along to her younger sister for the summer and take a career changing opportunity. Only, she shows up in LA to find Charlie hasn't agreed to work with her and doesn't see the issue with his script. He's a talented award winning writer in several other genres, but the romcom script is a means to the end of getting his mafia gangster script produced. He doesn't seem to buy into love or any of it.

This is my first novel from Katherine and it was such a joy. I enjoyed the narrator, Patti Murin, and the life she brought to the characters and this story. Even with some heavier life moments, the characters were likeable and I found myself rooting for them to find their way.

Thank you to MacMillan Audio for an advanced listening copy on @NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

A romantic comedy that celebrates the magic of Rom-Coms! Katherine Center was able to weave together witty banter and warmth throughout the story. I loved learning how each character's past traumas impacted them in their current situations. Overall, uplifting- like a big hug!

Another great read from Katherine Center. Likable characters. Nice simple story line. Narrator is great as well.

This is my first Katherine Center romance and, man, I didn't expect this to go this way. I'm not sure if it's the narrator's voice, but I wanted to crawl out of my skin with how much I disliked this female character and everything she was saying/thinking. She sounded, to me, like one of those people who try to come off as quirky and silly and also snarky and spunky, but you just want them to shut up. I didn't like her at all, so I just couldn't enjoy this. Again, I'm not sure if it's the writing and the narrator or just the narrator, but I just couldn't stand it. I'll definitely give this a second chance, but I'll be reading it.

I have always loved Katherine Center's characters because of how real they feel in their personal past lives and their new romantic lives. This book was no different; it was full of flawed yet fun characters. The only thing that took me out of the story was the insane secondhand embarrassment I felt when she kept begging this man to like her and be with her. But that is a personal feeling for sure—I just wanted her to find her chill in that moment.

I loved the narrator and thought she did a great job bringing this story to life. I would definitely recommend this to romance fans!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me listen to this!

Katherine Center’s “The Rom-Commers” is a delightful blend of humor, romance, and introspection.
Wonderfully Formed Characters: Center’s characters come alive on the pages. Emma Wheeler, our aspiring screenwriter, is relatable and endearing. Her struggles, dreams, and quirks make her feel like a close friend. And Charlie Yates, the famous screenwriter, is equally captivating. Their chemistry sparks off the page.
Relatability: We’ve all yearned for our dreams, balancing them with real-life responsibilities. Emma’s journey resonates with anyone who’s dared to chase their passion. The struggles, sacrifices, and moments of triumph are beautifully portrayed.
Immersive Storytelling: The writing style envelops you like a cozy blanket. You fall into the story effortlessly, rooting for Emma and Charlie. The rom-com world they inhabit feels like a safe haven—a place where love blooms against all odds.
I knocked a star off because the fourth-wall break wasn’t necessarily my jam and the resolution felt a bit too neat, like a perfectly tied bow. Still would highly recommend! Thank you for the ARC!!!!

So I am going to do this review in two parts, the first being my review of the actual book and the second being the audio narration.

The Book:

This was my first Kathrine Center book and I had a good time! It was cute & quirky. It made me tear up and feel for the main characters. I liked the relationship between the FMC & the MMC but to be honest it felt just a little lacking. I didn’t think that there was enough context to really make you feel the emotions between them. Overall, it was a quick easy read and sometimes we just need that.

The Narration:

I have a few qualms with this part. First of all, I didn’t really love how the MMC “sounded” he just felt off the way it was done. About 3/4 of the way in the narrator sounded congested maybe.. not sure here. The biggest thing for me that drove me absolutely crazy was that you could hear intakes of breath so often it distracted from the book, I noticed it more heavily towards the end of the book but either way it was enough to make me pause a few times out of annoyance.

WOW. This was perfect. I loved it so much. The narrator was amazing and it was hard to put down! It was such a feel good story with all the right amount of emotions. I teared up a few times. Two screen writers falling in love while writing a rom com (the man is a grump) it felt like I was watching a 2000s rom com with Julia Roberts as the star.