This is a first time read for me by this author. It's a heartfelt and slow-burning romance with depth, emotional stakes, and undeniable chemistry and delivers a beautifully crafted love story that balances emotional growth, witty banter, and an opposites-attract dynamic that feels fresh and deeply satisfying. Rowan Mackey is a fiercely independent and resilient character. She has built a life centered on self-preservation, particularly after enduring past trauma. When her safe, predictable relationship with Dean leads to a botched public proposal, she clings to the idea of security—until her new neighbor, Jack Graham, upends her carefully constructed world.

Jack is a bestselling romance writer who is struggling with writer’s block. He's not too thrilled about Rowan moving in next door. In the midst of their clashes, while quite entertaining, Rowan inadvertently becomes Jack's creative muse. The tension between them is electric, and the relationship that unfolds between them feels both inevitable and hard-won. The love triangle that forms between Rowan, Jack, and Dean, adds a layer of complexity to the narrative, delving into Rowan’s internal conflict with nuance, forcing her to choose between the safe life she planned and the unpredictable, but deeply fulfilling, connection she never expected.

An amazingly satisfying story that delivers a delightful mix of heart, humor, and heat.

I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

Absolutely adorable. Rowan and Jack are both perfectly flawed and doing their best for themselves and their ragtag family/community they build

This was such a cute and heartwarming novel. I loved that our MC had some trauma, but that it didn't completely engulf the whole plot. I loved the community that Rowan and Jack live in and I'm jealous that I don't have such great neighbors. The author did a great job conveying the emotions that Rowan felt as well as how Jack felt.

Even though the story is incredibly hopeful and, at times, lighthearted, the themes and topics in this one are tough and real-life struggles that are talked about realistically. I loved the character's connection because it was genuine and realistic. They fell in love slowly, with lots of banter, serious conversations, and sticking up for each other.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher!
If you mention both Lin-Manuel Miranda and Taylor Swift in your first 100 pages, I am your target audience. Seriously couldn’t put this down!

Yes No Maybe by Jessica Sherry is a charming enemies-to-lovers romance that delves into themes of self-acceptance, love, and personal growth. Rowan Mackey, a teacher with a painful past, seeks a quiet life with her fiancé, Dean, but finds her world turned upside down when she moves next door to Jack Graham, a best-selling romance author with a reputation for partying. Their initial clashes spark a surprising connection, forcing both to confront their emotional barriers. Sherry masterfully weaves humor, heart, and chemistry into a compelling narrative, making this a perfect read for fans of opposites-attract romances with emotional depth.

Wonderful story, great character development, great writing! Highly recommend this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it

Yes No Maybe by Jessica Sherry is an irresistible contemporary romance that is equal parts heartfelt and humorous. The story follows Rowan Mackey, a teacher who has spent years hiding from the world and avoiding romance after experiencing emotional scars from her past. When she buys a house next to Jack Graham, a charming yet troubled bestselling romance author with a penchant for partying, sparks fly—and not always in a good way. Their initial clashes turn into a compelling and slow-burn romance as they both challenge each other to open up and confront their pasts.

One of the standout elements of Yes No Maybe is its emotional depth. Rowan’s journey toward self-acceptance and healing is relatable and inspiring. Her evolution from a guarded, emotionally wounded woman to someone willing to take risks in love is both empowering and satisfying to read. Jack, with his own vulnerabilities and creative struggles, adds complexity to their dynamic, making their romance feel genuine and earned.

The tension between them is palpable, but it’s the emotional growth—both personal and relational—that makes this novel truly shine. Sherry’s writing combines the perfect balance of humor and poignant moments, and her characters are well-crafted with layers that go beyond surface-level attraction. The book explores themes like vulnerability, self-worth, and the importance of embracing imperfections.

Yes No Maybe is a wonderful read for fans of contemporary romance with a rich emotional core. It offers a refreshing take on the opposites-attract trope, with endearing characters and an uplifting message. If you're looking for a romance that feels both real and hopeful, this book is a must-read​.

This is everything it promises to be! This is at once light-hearted and still discusses serious topics. This is a romance of insta-annoy to eventual true love. I couldn't put this down! Rowan and Jack are stunning and their banter and eventual soft touch with one a other is breathtaking.

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

I strongly recommend this book to all romance enthusiasts.

What I expected to be a cute, sweet story took me on an unexpected journey. The characters were well-developed, and their personalities really came to life. I became invested in their story and found myself cheering for their happy ending.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

Teacher and fix-it queen Rowan Mackey avoids attention. Afflicted with serious burns as a teenager, she gets too many unwanted stares already. Consequently, her difficult dating history has taught her to dislike romance, too. So, it’s no surprise when her boyfriend’s extravagant public proposal goes sideways.

Longing for a safe, quiet life with Dean and believing his “independent together” arrangement is her best hope for companionship and a family, Rowan buys the perfect little house to fix things.

Problem is… she shares a property line with Jack Graham, a bestselling romance writer and party-centric playboy, who quickly becomes her next door nemesis. He makes it very clear—he doesn’t want a new neighbor. But when clashes with Rowan end his year-long writer’s block, he must explore his creative fascination with his reluctant muse under atypical Neighbor. Engaged. Off-limits.

These opposites attract, forging a surprise connection. Boundaries vanish as tension rises between them, and they face emotionally charged choices.

Thought that this was an interesting read. Cannot wait to read more from the author. Will recommend to others.

I received this book for free for an honest review from netgalley. Thank you for the opportunity.

These guys are so cute. I loved it.

This heartfelt romance follows Jack Graham and Rowan Mackey. Rowan is a high school teacher who is struggling with her traumatic past. She finds safety in her routine (albeit boring and stagnant). Enters Jack, a romance novelist who moves next door to Rowan. Both work through their insecurities and finding new possibilities in each other.

This book had more emotional depth than I thought was possible in a rom-com book.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the ebook.

Run don’t walk. This book is a breath of fresh air and so much love !! I love watching the growth in this book by both main characters and so thankful it played out the way it did!

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this arc!!

What a good book! I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. I loved the main characters! They had great chemistry and worked so well together. I loved how the book just flowed. My first by this author but will not be my last!!!

Slow burns really are a hit or miss for me, but I thoroughly enjoyed this one so much! The main characters feel real, like I might actually run into them in the real world. Our side characters have just the right amount of depth, even though I was left wanting just a little bit more from them, I liked them a lot. Rowan buys the cutest house that she loves and plans on fixing up, as she is a fixer by nature. However, her neighbor, Jack, has made it ABUNDANTLY clear that he doesn't want to live next door to her...even though tensions slowly rise between the two creating a surprise connection between the two of them.
Jack and Rowan's love story from the beginning is so beautiful, that I was definitely crying on more than one occasion while reading this. Okay maybe like 20 times?!!?! I definitely had a feeling Rowan had a thing for Jack almost instantly, even though she was with Dean.
This book is so incredibly well-written, the pacing is perfect, the characters are literally everything, and the story feels so real and authentic! Which I definitely always enjoy in a book. I am not a fan of found family, but for this book, I feel like it really worked.
It also had my favorite tropes in it:
grumpy playboy/neighbor
he falls first
off-limits
enemies to lovers
forced proximity

thank you netgalley for the e-arc. this was a cute lil romcom! i didn't think i would love this so much, i'll definitely be recommending to friends. i appreciated the problems the characters had on their own and with each other were deeper than the usual tropes. i loved that they were able to clearly communicate their feelings with each other and were able to have a bond like you would in real life

This book was so great! It was an enemies to lovers book that I really enjoyed. It was not completely predictable which I really enjoyed!

This book was so precious. I’m a sucker for a cat on the cover and was extremely satisfied with the story! This book was so cute, as someone that is an avid reader, I love that it was an English teacher and a Writer. The story is caring and complex and had me absolutely hooked. I literally finished it within 24 hours. I highly recommend.

I really like how well-written and dynamic the characters are, and I also like how the neighborhood as a whole feels like a family. Compared to other romances I've read, this one felt a little different. I will absolutely read more from Jessica Sherry.

Thank you Author Jessica Sherry, and NetGalley for sending me this e-ARC.