A review by novellybritt
When in Rome by Sarah Adams

funny hopeful lighthearted fast-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

5.0

I have this thing for celebrity romances apparently and this one absolutely slayed. This was my first Sarah Adams books and it sure as hell isn't going to be the last. The characters felt so REAL. The chemistry and tension between Noah and Amelia were *chefs kiss.* This is a closed door romance but I wasn't even missing the hot and heavy bc the sexual tension Adams built up between Noah and Amelia was hot af. 

The small town setting was a win for me, of course. I love it when the townspeople gets into the couple's business hahaha. Noah's sisters and his best friend were great side characters, but also his grandma's bestie was quite the hoot too. 

I loved that this was just fluff and has some serious tones to it as well, mostly surrounding Amelia as she tries to navigate who she is in real life besides her famous, pop star persona, Rae. As well as Noah with his grandma and how he is coping with the major life changes. 

It was absolutely delightful and the perfect book to pick up for a quick read. The Cheat Sheet will be my next read by Adams! 

TROPES:
- small town 
- forced proximity
- grumpy x sunshine
- hate to love (more like annoyed to love haha)
- celebrity romance
- closed door
- dual POV
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