⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ (4.5 stars)

read if you like:
+ witty banter
+ forbidden romance
+ dual POV
+ pumpkin spice lattes

Looking for a cute, quick, laugh-out-loud rom-com? Lynn Painter’s got you covered with this hilarious story of Izzy, who impatiently snags an unclaimed coffee for someone named Amy, and immediately runs into sexy businessman Blake—who, of course, ends up being her new boss. Can they hide their undeniable connection to avoid a forbidden workplace romance?

I had the best time laughing my way through this book! Sometimes you just need a book that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s light-hearted, full of fun banter, a lovable hot-mess FMC (Lynn Painter’s specialty), a few spicy scenes, but also lotssss of humor. I especially loved Izzy and Blake’s witty text threads, the Chiefs shoutouts, and Blake’s genuine admiration of Izzy’s unpredictable, chaotic, wonderful mind.

This isn’t one of those deep, groundbreaking books I’ll think about every day of my life, but I had an absolute blast reading it! Lynn Painter, you have my heart!

✨ Thank you so much, @berkleypub, @berkleyromance, @netgalley, and @lynnpainterbooks for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. I’m so grateful! 🥰

This was a cutie little fall read! I love how Blake and Izzy met and their immediate banter and chemistry!! And then the drama of him being above her in their work org, gasp!! The awkwardness into friendship worked well and that friendship was just sooo sweet! This book could have used a little more depth but I really liked it for what it was! Very bingeable read! Grab a PSL and settle in!!

This is one of my favorite books and I’m so happy to see it traditionally published! And I LOVE seeing Ink and Laurel’s cover on another traditionally published book 🥹

There is quite nothing causal about Izzy and Blake and I loved every second of it. I loved how much they tried to be friends, and they were! They focused on their friendship, they got to know each other in the best ways. Izzy didn’t have a lot of friends, she didn’t know how to make friends, and then there was Blake wanting to make being friends work between them and she wasn’t going to give it up. And because of their friendship element, it made it so it wasn’t your typical office romance, boss/new employee who hate each other even though they actually love each other. We didn’t see a lot of their work place relationship, and I liked that so much.

Their banter was top tier! They were both so funny! Izzy had no filter and Blake needed that. It was a quick book and a quick timeline and I don’t always love that, but this was done perfectly. I think it’s because they focused so much on being friends first. And then of course when they went all in…perfect!

Thanks to Berkley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

Olivia Dade’s Accidentally Amy is a charming and witty romantic comedy that will leave readers with a smile. The story centers on Amy, a librarian whose life takes an unexpected twist when she inadvertently becomes a viral sensation. As Amy navigates the fallout from her newfound fame, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and romance that is both engaging and heartwarming.

Dade’s writing is refreshingly clever, with a knack for balancing humor and heartfelt moments. Amy is a wonderfully relatable protagonist, and her character’s growth throughout the novel is both genuine and inspiring. The romantic plot is sweet and unfolds naturally, with chemistry that feels authentic and well-developed.

The supporting characters enrich the story, each bringing their own flair and depth to the narrative. While the plot follows some familiar beats typical of the genre, it’s executed with a unique voice and plenty of charm, making it feel fresh and enjoyable.

The only minor drawback is that some elements of the story might feel predictable to seasoned readers of romantic comedies. However, this doesn’t detract significantly from the overall experience, which is full of warmth, humor, and feel-good moments.

Overall, Accidentally Amy is a delightful read that combines humor, romance, and a touch of self-discovery. It’s a perfect choice for anyone looking for a lighthearted, engaging book that delivers both laughs and heartfelt emotions.

I love everything Lynn Painter writes. This wasn't my favorite of hers but still fully enjoyable. Shes the queen of romcoms

Such a cute romcom! I loved it.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc in exchange for an honest review!

When Isabella is running late for her first day at work, she steals a PSL from a girl named Amy who isn’t fast enough to come grab her order. When Izzy turns around, she slams right into the most beautiful man she has ever seen, effectively spilling the latte all over him. Problem is, when Izzy gets to work, PSL guy is her boss. And thinks her name is Amy.

Rating: 4/5
Spice: 3/5

Tropes:
He falls first
Dual POV
Workplace romance
Meet cute

Triggers:
Lay offs

My Thoughts:
The book is so sweet. And Blake, a secret cinnamon roll, is a dream. I really enjoyed watching the main characters fall for one another and even though I knew how the book would end, it was nice to have an uncomplicated HEA.

What a fast and enjoyable reissue! I think the author self-published this, and it's being republished now that it's been edited and proofread! This book, in my opinion, is ideal for people looking for something light to read in between heavier works. The two characters have amazing chemistry, and their banter will definitely make you smile! Since it moves quickly, this might feel a little insta-love-ish to those who are more of the slow burn type. Still, this was such a FUN READ because I adore Lynn Painter's writing and she is a master at character dialogue! I need someone to have the same level of obsession with me that Blake has with Izzy!

anything lynn painter writes, i'm all in. i did love the fmc, she was a little chessy but is it a lynn painter book if there's no cheessy, over the top fmc with a love for romance??? nope. it's not my favourite of lynn painters as just felt it was a little cringey but it's not my favourite of hers.

3-3.5 🌟 for me. Loved the concept of a woman grabbing someone else’s coffee while waiting forever for her order and immediately spilling it on a super hot dude. And then running to said hot dude immediately afterwards on her first day at her dream job. And then finding out that he is, in fact, her new boss. 😬

And yet they have chemistry that radiates through the pages and witty banter for days. And super solid 🌶️ scenes too.

My only real issue is that it was a bit too insta-love and a bit unrealistic in my mind how a staunch rule follower would go so far against the grain and risk their job for someone they barely know. Felt a little contrived in that sense.

Overall a super fun read - an enjoyable palette cleanser.

3.5 stars for this cute and easy read!

As always, Lynn Painter's writing shined here, with lots of witty banter, cute interactions, and quirky characters. I appreciated the dual POV and the gradual deepening of Izzy and Blake's friendship and then relationship. There definitely were some cringey aspects though, such as the overabundance of pop culture references and mentions of pizza and PSL's. But overall, I'd recommend to any romcom reader.

I love Lynn Painter. She could write the phone book and I'd read it. Her romance is truly that...romantic. Izzy is such a fun, cleaver character. And who doesn't want to read about a man who is crazy for a woman. I won't have any problem selling this book. I hated to finish it. Please write more and faster, Lynn!!!

i felt a reading slump coming on, so i needed to pick up a really quick, light read. this book was perfect for that! izzy is this insanely chaotic woman that reminds me of myself but even more insane. blake is her forbidden boss, but they end up meeting at a coffee shop before they find out that her new job’s boss is him. anyway, it’s very much insta love - i normally hate that so very much; however, because i knew this was a quick read and was semi a “forbidden lovers” storyline, it didn’t both me. i do have the say that lynn painter always does such a great job at making me smile and laugh. lovely book. some spice, but overall wholesome. a hilarious quick read perfect for the fall and to get you out of a slump!

Lynn Painter knows how to make you fall in love with love and just so in love with the characters and their love. Her words just are IT. I love LOVE and want to be loved like Blake loved Izzy. How many times can I say love in a sentence???

This is the perfect rom com fall 🍂 book! Banter was immaculate and I’m always scratching my head how Lynn comes up with this stuff, laughing at all of it.

Also, if I didn’t know it by her book Better than the Movies, she’s a Swiftie 🥲 ”you told me about your past, thinking your future was me”

I thoroughly enjoyed Accidentally Amy. The film exemplified the charm of a quintessential romantic comedy, with its endearing characters and delightful humor. I was particularly impressed by the quirky nature of Izzy and the seamless chemistry she shared with Blake. Their spontaneous banter was both engaging and amusing, evoking genuine laughter. Izzy’s character reminded me of Jess from New Girl, which added to my enjoyment.

While I found the narrative to be captivating overall, I did have some reservations about the conflict introduced towards the end. I felt that the complications surrounding the boss-employee relationship, though significant, could have been approached differently. Nonetheless, this was my first adult romance by Lynn Painter, and I am eager to explore more of her work in the future.

LOVE LOVE LOVED. Accidentally Amy was the perfect cute romcom. I loved how quirky Izzy was and how Blake fit right in with her. Their banter literally had me laughing out loud because they just said whatever came to mind. Izzy gave me such Jess from New Girl vibes. I will say this wasn’t a 5 star read for me only because I thought the conflict at the end was unnecessary. I understand the boss and employee relationship was a big deal but I think it could of went a different direction. But overall this was my first Adult Romance I’ve read from Lynn Painter, and I for sure will be reading more!

Star rating 3.75⭐️

Accidentally Amy gets all the stars! I loved it. It had everything I love in a book!! Izzy was a fun, lovable and LIKEABLE character, which is something I always appreciate. I thought the plot was unique and very well written. Our two main characters had a lot of chemistry and while I don’t always love the “meet cute” trope, this one worked for me in every way. I loved the banter as well as their workplace romance. The dual POV’s were also another example of what I love in a book. The texting scenes were some of my favorite moments in the story. This one left me with a smile and left my heart full.

Thank you to Berkley and to NetGalley for the ARC.

𝚁𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚗𝚐: 3.75⭐️
𝙶𝚎𝚗𝚛𝚎: contemporary romance 📚

𝙼𝚢 𝚃𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚜:
A cute read that fell a little short

𝚁𝚎𝚊𝚍 𝚒𝚏 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎:
Romantic comedies
Meet cutes
Great chemistry
Witty banter
Insta love
Daul POV
Workplace romance
Pop culture reference

𝚃𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚜 𝙸 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎𝚍:
A fun read

𝚃𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚜 𝙸 𝚍𝚒𝚍𝚗’𝚝 𝚌𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚏𝚘𝚛:
Characters were a little immature at times
Miscommunication
Some things gave me the ick

I'm totally in love with Lynn Painter. I discovered her last year and have enjoyed every single one of her books. This one was no exception.

When a book is funny, the most I usually do is a little huff of air with a silent chuckle --- but this book made me laugh out loud. The banter between Amy/Izzy and Chest/Blake was hysterical.

I loved them so much and I loved the situation they were in.

Adorkable and quirky Isabelle Shay is on the brink of starting a new job. Running late, she answers to “Amy!” and grabs someone else’s unclaimed pumpkin spiced latte which she promptly spills on another coffee-seeking hottie she instantly nicknames Mr. Chest. They have a playful moment, and then bump into one another later in the elevator. He thinks her name is Amy until she’s introduced with her real name to Blake Phillips, her department VP. Fresh off a divorce from a lying spouse, Blake is less than amused, okay angry; okay, irrationally mean bordering on punitive when he discovers she was dishonest.

They eventually resolve things enough to start to become friends; as her direct report, Blake can’t date Izzy, so they keep things at a respectful if flirty arms-length until there’s a reorganization and she’s reassigned. For one steamy weekend. Now it’s Blake who is being deceitful.

The characters behave as if they are Gen-Xers, not thirty-year-olds, with their behavior and some of the references. The point of view changes frequently enough to give the reader whiplash, sometimes multiple times, mid-chapter. The structure is a mix of narrative and phone call dialogue or text messages, but in the ebook ARC, it wasn’t always clearly formatter, leaving me wondering, it that an inside his head thought? or did he actually convey that?

Blake and Izzy’s chemistry is fantastically written, and the banter shines most when it’s gentle wisecracking wordplay sprinkled with pop culture references that shown their common interests and shared frame of reference. The repartee slides off the deep end into bro-y dialogue between the love interests far too often for my tastes. It might be a turn on for Blake and Izzy to talk to one another that way, but as someone who left a verbally abusive marriage, numb nuts is never a term of endearment, even in jest. Neither is dipshit. Or asshole, dumbass, weirdo, or little shit. And, they refer to themselves in similar, derogatory ways in their internal monologues. It makes them seem immature, not evolved, and not self-aware. I’m especially surprised, because the book is a re-release (formerly self-published), with new editorial review; and to leave in language coded as abusive to self and partner without addressing it feels shocking and irresponsible.

I received a free reader’s advance review copy of #AccidentallyAmy via #NetGalley, courtesy of Berkley.