“He refused to spend any more time worrying about how it would feel when it all eventually ended”

My kind of trouble is a pretty cozy book, funny and very easy to read. Yet, it lights up some deep and important themes, like book bans, especially in small towns/communities. I truly enjoyed how that problematic was written, and how Preston dedicates himself to avoiding “his” library stop being a safe place for kids, no matter who they are. That aspect truly kept me inside the story, making me turn the pages faster.
I loved that Preston is autistic, and so is his sister. Their experience felt right to me, as a fellow Au(HD). I think I would have liked a more “internal” experience of this character, but every autistic person is different, so that’s completely OK. Choosing Harmony, a Robin-Wood-like scammer, as his love interest was just perfect to make both characters grow. She is an amazing character too (major bonus for her plus size body, without any self shame), even though I found the resolution a bit too easy for her. I think I would have liked a true redemption arc at the end of the book –but that’s probably autistic me talking. In any case, I spent a great time with both characters and their romance with an expiry date. I would love to read more books from this author in the future.

Thank you Net Galley, Alcove Press and LA Schartz for the ARC. My opinions are my own.

My Kind of Trouble was a fantastic read; it is cute, funny, hot, and swoon-worthy. The romance was top tier, and the theater nerd me loved it! I needed more of this in the best way. I can't wait to read more from L.A. Schwartz!

Excellent pacing, will definitely be recommending this one for our romance readers - many complain about specific verbiage “ruining” the love scenes, and My Kind of Trouble hit the mark perfectly. Our library already owns To a Darker Shore, and this will be a great addition to our collection

My Kind of Trouble by L.A. Schwartz 3.5⭐️

Harmony Greene is an orphan turned conwoman who’s come to Brookville to get revenge on the man who drove her father to drink himself to death. There she meets Preston Jones,the world’s hottest librarian, and key part of her next con. Watching Harmony slowly win over dedicated but grumpy Preston was my favorite part of this book! I loved his relationship with his sister and thought the author did a good job of portraying neurodivergence without making it a huge burden. Harmony is effortlessly funny and extremely confident. It was a joy to watch her make a home for herself in Brookville. The side characters in this one really shown through and elevated everything. I’m always a sucker for a found family. I will say, I thought that Preston got over being deceived far too quickly, especially as someone who has been described to only think in black and white. Overall I enjoyed this fun read and the library scene will live rent free in my head for a while!!

My Kind of Trouble comes out 10/8!!


Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

If you grew up watching The Music Man (or if you've ever loved it), you absolutely need to leap on this rom-com, which is a fabulous, gender-swapped homage to that musical. Every detail and every line of banter is so sparkly and sharp! I looooove the sweet, nerdy, autistic librarian and his fight against the book banners in town, and the fabulous, brilliant conwoman who plans to ruin everything ended up sneaking her way into my heart, as well as his. SO clever and so much fun!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book for its swift, engaging, and delightful narrative. The vibrant prose and dynamic pacing held my attention, compelling me to complete it within a few hours. While I typically prefer first-person narratives in romance books, "My Kind of Trouble" is presented in the third person, a deviation that did not detract from my enjoyment. Of particular note is L.A. Schwartz's treatment of character diversity, portraying it not as a mere plot device but as an integral aspect of the characters. Harmony and Preston are depicted realistically, facing challenges that resonate with real-life experiences without reducing them to stereotypes based on their physical attributes or characteristics. Such a great read!

The banter and the third act grand gestures were so top tier, I'm -- I'm speechless 😭

This was so interesting and so swoony and well-written, I loved each and every chapter! And I really loved how the two MC's plot points ended so well in large part they worked together and supported each other on it 😭 don't mind me, I'm crying happy tears over here

10/5 stars for sure 💫

-- ty to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy!

I wanted to read this book based on how unique the storyline seemed from the summary, and it did not disappoint! What a fun story. The theater kid in me was hooked from “gender-swapped homage to The Music Man” and I loved putting all of those connections together as I was reading.

I was never bored with this book. It would be great as a weekend or vacation pick. It was easy to get lost in the pages and the small town romance vibes. Unexpectedly spicy, but super fun.

I loved the representation in My Kind of Trouble, from neurodiverse rep to a curvy FMC to book bans and small town drama. It never felt forced or overdone, just authentic in representing the world and communities we live in.

More than anything, I enjoyed getting to know Harmony as the main female lead. She was bright and funny and her thought process was so interesting to me. I loved that she was a conwoman doing good in the world in her own way. She had a lot of dimension and was cunning (in a good way!). All of the moving pieces that went into her cons made me that much more invested in what was going to happen!

And who could forget Preston, the sweetest librarian there ever was? Immediate swoon.

There were some storylines I thought were a bit of a reach and weren’t fleshed out properly, but it was still a fun and entertaining read. I do definitely recommend giving it a shot if you need something a little different and refreshing!

Thank you NetGalley and Alcove Press for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!

My Kind of Trouble is a debut romance that brings together the unlikeliest of couples—a cunning conwoman and a nerdy, small-town librarian. Harmony Hale, a slick scam artist with a vendetta, targets Brookville’s wealthy mayor using her elaborate fake music festival.

Her plans collide with the orderly world of Preston Jones, an autistic librarian dedicated to his job and caring for his little sister. The dynamic between Harmony and Preston is the best thing about this book. The plot was a bit far-fetched, and I had some trouble connecting with the story, but it's still a nice read. I loved the writing and the underlying message between the pages. Preston is so dang sweet - I found myself crushing hard for him. This is a promising debut, and I would read more from this author!

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed this book a lot. It was a great book!

I didn't expect this book to be this good! Went in without any expectations and came out so giddy🥰 I can't write a review for this book without giving away spoilers so let's just say the full review is coming after a week of the release day!🤭 Thankyou to Netgalley, the AUthor and the Publisher for this wonderful ARC in exchange for an honest review!!

🌈 Curvy FC
🌈 Neuro-divergent MC
🌈 Librarian geek
🌈 Small town romance

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I usually don't get drawn to novels where the main character cons people - it makes me uncomfortable. But in this book, Harmony the main character, has a heart of gold and only cons people that deserve it. She targets people who are total douchebags and usually there's not much of a fall out for other people.

When she meets Preston, the small town librarian where her most important con is about to begin, she needs him as part of an elaborate plan. Preston is autistic and is the guardian to his autistic sister. He sees things in black and white, but even though on the surface these characters seem very different, they both share a huge capacity for empathy and a strong sense of justice.

They change each other for the better and everything works out (spoiler) but it gets pretty hairy there for a minute -I definitely had no idea how their relationship would prevail.

The other characters were very entertaining, especially Alice and the teenage townspeople. I loved the inclusion and diversity in this book.

This is the first book by this author I have read and I would definitely read more.

I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

This is absolute delight! The neurodiverse hero and a vigilante super star heroine who is determined to take done bed guys. Small town romance with big heart!

“My Kind of Trouble” by LA Schwartz is a delightful and refreshing read that beautifully balances humor, heart, and genuine emotion. One of the standout aspects of this book is its commitment to diversity. Schwartz skillfully incorporates a wide range of characters from various backgrounds, identities, and experiences, making the world of the novel feel vibrant and authentic.

The representation of diverse voices is not just a backdrop but an integral part of the story, enhancing the narrative and bringing a richness to the plot. The author does a fantastic job of portraying these characters with depth and respect, avoiding stereotypes and instead giving them full, dynamic personalities that readers can connect with and root for.

The chemistry between the protagonists is electric, filled with witty banter and genuine moments of connection that make their journey from initial tension to understanding and love both believable and satisfying. The story tackles important themes like acceptance, self-discovery, and the courage to embrace one’s true self, all while keeping the tone light and engaging.

Overall, “My Kind of Trouble” is a must-read for anyone looking for a romance that is as inclusive as it is heartfelt. LA Schwartz has crafted a story that celebrates diversity in a meaningful way, making it a standout in the romance genre. I highly recommend it to readers who are looking for a story that is not only entertaining but also thoughtful and inclusive.

This is my third book trying from this author and I couldn't get into it due to the writing style. Switching genres I assumed it would be better but personally, not for me.

This book was EVERYTHING. I can't even put into words how good it was, so I'm just going to share some of my favorite quotes and hope that speaks for itself.

"Someone who might want to curl up and discuss what they were reading. Someone kind, like he'd said. Though he wasn't against a little hair-pulling among consenting adults."

"She kissed him back hard, silently declaring that she might have been a thief but all she wanted was this stolen moment with him."

"'This was the perfect chance to talk about what she wanted them to be. Or maybe it was the perfect chance to grab a bread stick and shove it in her mouth and not say anything at all because feelings were stupid and relationships were scary but bread - bread would always love you."

Convinced yet?

This cover is so cute!! I love the idea of a steamy, gender-swapped homage to The Music Man. In high school I was in our school's performance of The Music Man so I was excited to read this story.

This book was really fun - I loved the autism rep and the plus size body rep! Preston was super sweet and yes, Harmony is a conwoman but I loved her character growth. She was funny and smart and I loved how she responded to Preston.

I really wanted to get into it, but sadly the writing style didn't fully tick for me. Had to sadly DNF it halfway, as it was propelling me into a reading slump...

I wanted to like this book. I really did. But it was just to silly for me. I feel like this author doesn’t really know how to write a romance book.

I I’m a sucker for small town romances, so I knew I would enjoy this the second I saw the synopsis.

The writing style is so good and engaging, I just flew through this book. So yeah, the plot may be a bit silly at times and yes, the ending was a bit far fetched, but it was such a fun book.

Harmony and Preston are such layered characters and I really enjoyed learning more about them as the book progressed. There’s a whole cast of side characters from the town as well, but they really didn’t contribute that much to the story and could have been fleshed out a little more or appeared a bit more on page.

The romance was so sweet and I loved seeing all the representation in this!