A review by greenteabookme
Not Exactly a Small Town Romance by JJ Knight

emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

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

4.0

Not Exactly a Small Town Romance is my first book by JJ Knight and it was a sweet binge-worth read that I enjoyed disappearing into. It was a unique take on the wing-manning, best friends to lovers trope … apart from one delicious spicy scene, it mostly felt like a twist on a hallmark story as Kelsey tried to find her true love by trying out the main meet cutes in romcoms. It also felt like a love letter to romance readers everywhere. I also really enjoyed the leads work in the casting industry as it’s not something I’ve read about much. 

Thanks for the arc Montlake and NetGalley.