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When in Rome by Sarah Adams

43 reviews

gingerbiscuit's review against another edition

funny lighthearted relaxing slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.5

This books reads like a Hallmark movie that's dragging on for 10 hours. The plot is predictable, the writing reads like a newbie author having a go at romance (not bad, but it lacks a lot of depth and at times I found myself rolling my eyes or even skipping lines) and the characters are a little annoying/lacking depth. Read it if you're in that weird mood where you want to read something but you don't feel like paying attention fully.

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lunahale's review against another edition

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funny inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.25

three things:
1. how did she give the phone back to him when the cord was stuck in the window?
2. why does the cover blurb say “slow burn” when they kissed on pg.80?
3. the beginning of this reminds me of sour grapes and the whole book generally reminds me of hannah montana: the move.

this was pretty cute tho, and i’m happy i picked it up 🫶🏼

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ellaticonstellation's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

The story started slow, to be honest, I almost DNF it. But it picked up and I loved it. Amelia, Noah, and the rest of the people in Rome were so fun and funny. Noah was rough around the edges kind of guy, but the ice wall melted eventually. Amelia was so crazy about Audrey, she lived her life like the movie! 😂 But, I loved her because I felt her genuine vibe and I could relate to her simping towards Noah😂 The sisters were also great in their ways💕 The story was fun overall, and I loved that Amelia was a popstar, but she was down-to-earth✨

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tuliptohru's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

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laheath's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Admittedly, a familiar plot, but likeable characters, humor, and an overall sweetness make this a fun read. World-famous singer, Amelia, (Rae Rose to her fans), has had enough of the demanding career and being told what to do by her manager, and just wants a break before her next world tour. As is her norm, she finds solace in Audrey Hepburn movies and takes it as a sign from Roman Holiday that she should go to Rome. Since driving to Italy is not possible, the map shows her Rome, KY is the most feasible, so she escapes into the night, telling none of her entourage. Her car then breaks down off the highway in the front yard of Noah, just outside of Rome, coincidentally. Good guy that he is, he offers to help, and when it ends up taking 2 weeks for her car to be repaired, they get to know each other, she meets the townspeople and his family, they fall for each other, etc. It seems like impossible obstacles stand in the way of them having any kind of future, plus they both have things to overcome from their pasts. Somewhat predictable but sweet characters and still a fun story.

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chloelj27's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

You can’t help but adore the characters Sarah writes and When in Rome is no different (except you Susan!!! If you’ve read this book, you know exactly why I say that). I loved Amelia and Noah together- their banter, their secret glances, their slight jealousy and protectiveness of one another. I adored all the other relationships that came with the story too - Noah and his sisters, James and Noah, Amelia and Noah’s sisters too! Not to mention how amazing the community of Rome was!

I really related to this story in terms of Amelia’s self doubts, mental and physical exhaustion as well as Noah’s reluctance to open up to people and love again. I’m so proud of them both for their journey as a couple and as individuals.

The story is such a heartwarming, beautiful romance, but packs a punch of emotional scenes and quotes too. The romance had me smiling from ear to ear and Noah is just the perfect gentleman! When in Rome had me both laughing and crying (yes, I even cried at the dedication because I miss my nan too) and I hated the thought of finishing it.

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rickireadss's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

this was so cozy. i loved the small town guy/city gal but make her a famous singer aspect. noah was kinda a d!ck in the first 20ish% but he came around (thankfully). i still loved his grumpy-surliness even while he was being a douche-canoe. this was just all around a fun little read. it also is closed door/fade-to-black if you don’t like spice or just want the cozy romance w/ no sex-on-page kinda read!! it read like a really good hallmark movie, so if this ever does get adapted, i would 100% watch it :)

⚠️tw/cw: alcohol, emotional abuse, death of parent, toxic relationship, dementia, infidelity, death

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