This was a fun read and I absolutely enjoyed the plot a lot. I enjoyed the mystery and the romance elements in this novel. I can't wait to reread this.

i got a problem with 3rd person POV maybe people like it but i cant even . the book even if a bit entrained wasn't for me , i really wanted to like it but it was hard for me to even finish . thank you for the opportunity of the arc and

I have just finished Ms Perfectly Fine and I absolutely loved it! Its about a prodigy pianist, Autumn, who is recovering from a tragic accident, slowly rebuilding her confidence to perform in public again. She struggles with her chronic pain, coupled with her desire to rebuild her career make her both relatable and endearing. In comes Elijah, who literally shakes up her world. He breaks all the defences she has created around herself, and helps her recovery both physically, mentally and spiritually. He sees her for her, and not the past or the prodigy. There are some amazing twists, and anyone who is aware of the competitiveness in the professional classical music world will identity with so much that happens in this book. Especially the unwillingness to share the spotlight. There is so much that happens and develops in this book, and to top it off a cute dog! This book deserves more than 5 stars!

This had a lot that was really going for it at first, but it ultimately feel quite flat for me.

Lets start with the good: this story had really great chronic pain rep, and I could tell that there was a lot of care and thought put into how the author depicted this. Autumn was a likable character, and I liked the orchestra/piano aspects of the story. I also surprisingly really enjoyed the mystery storyline, and I thought I had the ending pegged early on and ended up being completely wrong.

Unfortunately, this is where things start to fall apart. The enemies-to-lovers/unwanted roommate premise had a lot of promise, but the LI was needlessly inconsiderate and mean to Autumn, and often under the guise of "wanting to get under her skin," but it never felt organic. Really, the chemistry never felt organic to me for these two, and it felt like the romance came out of nowhere with no build up. Also, while I did like the mystery in a lot of ways (and honestly may have DNF'd without it,) the parts that ended up surprising me were the kind of unexpected that was born from no foreshadowing, so it was less satisfying than I wanted even though it was a twist.

All together, I do think I will try this author again, as I know this was her first contemporary romance and the rest of her work has a fantasy aspect (which I tend to love). I definitely have my eye on her Christmas romance! Thank you to Kate Callaghan & NetGalley for the eArc of this title!

Ms. Perfectly Fine is a sweet forced proximity romance following Autumn, a pianist, and Elijah, a gamer developer. The book starts with a tragic event that affects Autumn physically, mentally, and emotionally. When she thinks she is finally doing better and establishes a new routine, Elijah moves in to her townhouse without her knowledge. Turns out, the landlord approved it and just forgot to tell Autumn. The general conflict starting early on worked really well, it started on a high note - we got to see these two characters at each other's throat and rightfully so. Both Elijah and Autumn were valid in their remarks towards each other. Then, when it starts to simmer, and there is some tension between them and then we are hit with another conflict; a mystery person leaves Autumn little gifts. We get snippets at this before it is introduced but it felt like an attempt at creating more drama. It felt like too much was happening while not enough was making sense.

This read very much like a debut in it's showing vs telling and over descriptive prose. I have a hard time with over descriptive prose mostly because I am incapable of picturing what the author describes, no matter how well-written it is. So scenes where it's pages of descriptions don't work for me and this book had MANY.

I really liked the main characters, they were developed and had great chemistry, but it felt forced compared to being an organic relationship. I think this would do well if marketed a bit more as contemporary fiction compared to romance because it follows a lot of the traditional contemporary staples.

⭐⭐⭐.5/5 -- The romance between Autumn and Elijah is a cute grumpy sunshine enemies to lovers romance - but the stalker element/thriller vibes were done REALLY well!

Ms. Perfectly fine was a 3.5 star read for me - which means it's a perfectly acceptable pool side, easy palette
cleanser with a cup of tea type of read!.
- I liked the way the story evolved and the writing was really good (which I totally didn't expect either.)
- The reveal of the dark secret... almost made this a bit of a thriller towards the end and I loved the mixing of the genres!!

NOTES:
- Mental health representation in this book is also really good. I think so often we just read about anxiety - but the circumstances surrounding Autumn were a great take on chronic physical pain too.
- 🌶️🌶️/5 - Not a ton of spice but the spice thats there is tasteful - and in combination with the thriller aspects made it not feel overwhelming. Lots of tension build up!

This was a fun story. I like the fact that the mc suffers from chronic pain but that doesn't prevent her for reaching her goals. I also appreciate the fact that it mentions the need to take meds, slow down sometimes and allow your body to recover. The love interest was cute, and I liked his drive to make her business success. But I must say, and I don't know if this is a normal occurrence in other places, the fact that Elijah just moved to the house, put Autumn furniture in storage, set up his things in without talking to her first, was super jarring to me and kind of put me off for a while. The mystery part, even if there was hints and clues throughout the story, felt a little abrupt to me. Otherwise, this was a very enjoyable read.

This had some cute moments. The dynamic between Autumn and Elijah was quite entertaining and I liked seeing how their relationship played out after its rocky start. It was nice to see Autumn brought out of her comfort zone by Elijah’s company and to see her soften over the course of the book.

The writing is generally good but the tone wasn’t really my cup of tea, and I found the opening a little difficult to get past. The set up for them moving in together didn’t feel very believable to me and I thought both characters behaved quite childishly – even Autumn, who I thought definitely had a right to be angry and upset!

I also didn’t think it needed the additional suspense storyline. The main plot about their romance was cute and fun, but that aspect of the book was distracting and played out a little cartoonishly. Overall, though, this was an easy read and fairly entertaining; it had some really cute moments. It wasn’t entirely my cup of tea but I would recommend it to anyone looking for an enemies-to-lovers, forced proximity romance. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing a free copy of this book.

Content Notes: Serious accident, death of a close friend, chronic pain, stalking, harassment, violence, blood. 0n-page sex, unprotected sex.

"Ms Perfectly Fine" is an absolute gem that deserves all five stars! From the moment I delved into the pages, I was captivated by the enchanting world of Autumn Adler, the esteemed concert pianist, and Elijah Wells, the ambitious game designer. Their clash of wills, as they each fought to reclaim their spaces, added an exhilarating layer of tension to the story.

The plot is a masterfully woven tapestry of romance, suspense, and fun that kept me eagerly flipping through the chapters. The mystery at its core had me on the edge of my seat, yearning to unravel its secrets. Every twist and turn had me guessing, and I couldn't wait to discover what would happen next.

Autumn, the protagonist, is a remarkably relatable character. Her resilience in the face of chronic pain and her determination to lead a normal life despite the challenges struck a chord with me. She embodies the hope that we can overcome any obstacles that life throws our way, inspiring readers with her unwavering spirit.

And then there's Elijah—a delightful character who brings warmth and encouragement to the story. His presence is like a beacon of light for anyone facing adversity. His compassion and support for Autumn and others in need left me wishing that anyone who was struggling has someone like him in his/her life. Kudos to Kate for crafting such a wonderfully developed character arc for Elijah.

In its entirety, "Ms Perfectly Fine" is an exceptional read that has earned a place on my cherished book recommendation list. With its promising premise, delightful characters, and an irresistible blend of romance, fun, and suspense, this book is an absolute must-read. Trust me, you won't be able to put it down once you dive into its pages.

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This book was good but it was definitely not was I was expecting. I enjoyed the suspense aspect of the story and the way everything ended; however, it lacked in the middle for me a bit.

Autumn is forced to share her town house with Elijah who also doesn’t have a choice and they immediately get off on the wrong foot. The love unfolded too quickly for me. There wasn’t enough build up from the hate to love. I love the banter when characters hate each other and this Kate Callaghan definitely gave that. What lacked was that turning into chemistry.

I am and will always be a fan of “he falls first” and Elijah did not disappoint with his golden retriever tendenies (and I’m not talking about Brinkley!)

What you will get:
-forced proximity
-hate to love
-grumpy/sunshine
-suspense
-chronic pain

3.5 ⭐️ rounding up to 4⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was an easy, quick read. I thought the story was cute and well written. However, there were a few things that fell flat for me.

First, there was a LOT going on. The prologue to this story was great and intriguing and set up the plot well. Or so I thought. FMC Autumn's recovery and quest to make a comeback with her orchestra all while falling in love was not the only main plot point. Let's recap:

Plot point 1: Autumn's comeback piano solo after an accident that left her with chronic pain
Plot point 2: a stranger moves into Autumn's rental home without Autumn knowing and she navigates that
Plot point 3: MMC Elijah (the new housemate) is secretly related the landlord of his and Autumn's house (this is a much bigger thing in the story than it needed to be)
Plot point 4: someone is leaving roses for Autumn and their frequency is jarring
Plot point 5: Elijah is working on a video game for his gaming company and needs it to be bought out by a huge tech company (this also relates to plot point 3)
Plot point 6: a friend turns into an enemy and pulls a knife on Autumn LIKE WHAT

Obviously, TOO MUCH is going on. Being billed as a romance, I was thinking there'd be some typical romance tropes that are the main focus, not everything else that was going on.

Second, there were some loose ends. Why wasn't Autumn's dad speaking to her? What happened to the showcase after Autumn's injured hand? I had questions that weren't answered, especially with Autumn's family. Her parents are mentioned enough in the story that as a reader, I need closure with that.
Third, the romance moves SO fast. It's almost like love at first sight. It was sort of.... cringe? But also sometimes it wasn't? It seemed like FMC and MMC's feelings toward each other changed quickly and out of nowhere.
Fourth, this book is wordy. A lot of things could have been condensed. Instead of the author telling us all the character's feelings, they could have shown us.

Besides the few things that didn't work for me, I found the main, main plot (I guess one would call it that), to be unique. I loved the chronic pain/disability representation. The things that happened seemed... sort of realistic? Realistic enough for me at least. It was a fast read and it kept me entertained, so point for that.
I'm excited to see the final version available for purchase on June 7th!

Ms Perfectly Fine first caught my eye because the title reminded me of one of my favourite Taylor Swift Songs titled Mr Perfectly Fine and that was reason enough for me to want to read it! This book is your average enemies to lovers romance with forced proximity and a dash of mystery. As both a romance fan and a mystery fan, I always love reading the two genres combined. I do, however, think that the cover was slightly misleading. I thought that this book would just be a cute romcom but luckily in this case, the mystery was a welcome surprise. I really enjoyed this book and I quite liked Autumn. I wasn't overly fond of Elijah but in the end I do think that he and Autumn work well together.

Thank you to NetGalley for an e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

⭐⭐⭐.75/5

Going into this book i thought you'd get a bog standard enemies to loves, force proximity romance... I was wrong... I didn't read the blurb properly my bad, so the mystery aspect was a mystery to me, one which I very much enjoyed.

I really liked the development of Autumn and Elijah (bloody love his name) relationship and it is enemies to lovers and force proximity done at its finest. I really liked the music and game aspects and found it very interesting.

When the mystery bit started I had my thoughts about who it was <Spoiler> I suspected Heather I wont like </Spoiler> and I really enjoyed the twists and turns that it took and I thought it really kept you on your toes.

I will definitely be recommending this book to family and friends and look forward to picking up more from this author.

Thank you NetGalley and Kate Callaghan for the ARC! All opinions below are my own.

This book looked and sounded so cute and I was in the mood for a romance story, which I definitely got! I loved the banter between the two main characters, the details about Autumn’s music career, and the descriptive language the author used. Elijah is such a sweet golden retriever type of man—not to be confused with his dog, Brinkley!

I wish the characters had been a bit more flushed out. They seemed very one-dimensional and hard to empathize with, which is unfortunate especially because Autumn is someone who lives with chronic pain and this book could help open the minds of others who don’t experience it themselves. Overall this was a very sweet, lighthearted story! I hope that the final version is more detailed and can give readers more insight into the characters’ personalities and motivations.

TW: stalking, some violence
Spice level: 3/5
Language: 3/5

Autumn is a concert pianist who is preparing for her comeback. She needs to focus on her music, so she isn’t prepared for Elijah, the man who her landlord lets rent the first floor of her house. She tries to get him to leave, he tries to win her over. Will this work out?

Autumn suffers from chronic pain due to an accident when she was younger. This was handled realistically and overall very well. It was meant to be a major obstacle for Autumn but it was not something that consumed her whole life. The author included situations of how others were handling it and possibly perceiving Autumn’s capabilities, which I believe enriched the story.

I do think there could have been more added to the story with Elijah and his dad mending fences, but with that not necessarily being the main focus, I can see where that was really just glossed over and kept short.

Overall, a great story and I would recommend it!

Thanks to NetGalley and CallaghanWriter for this ARC! All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Ms Perfectly Fine was a great read, I loved Autumn and Elijah. It was different to have a main character who is dealing with chronic pain and it was well done. The storyline was great, I just felt it was a little too bonkers at the end, but it was still a really good book.

I really enjoyed this book and watching Autumn and Elijah’s relationship develop. I also really enjoyed the unexpected mystery element of the story too. There were a few sections that confused me and seemed like plot holes but were resolved as I kept reading eg. their first time. As someone with chronic pain, I also really enjoyed the representation in this book.

"Ms Perfectly Fine" by Kate Callaghan strikes a fine balance between romance and mystery, integrating two captivating genres within a single narrative. The story revolves around Autumn Adler, a concert pianist making her comeback after a tragic accident, and Elijah Wells, a game designer trying to establish his own company. Their lives intertwine when Elijah rents the ground floor of Autumn's house, leading to a unique enemies-to-lovers relationship.

The author brilliantly incorporates the theme of chronic pain (which I really connected to) in the narrative. Autumn's experiences are relatable and are presented in a way that doesn't seem forced, making it a sensitive and noteworthy representation. The book does a commendable job of demonstrating how people with chronic pain are often misunderstood and neglected by society.

While the narrative's romantic progression is enjoyable, with engaging banter between the protagonists, the transition from enemies to lovers could have been more gradual and developed. Elijah's swift and profound feelings for Autumn seemed rushed, though their dynamics remain interesting.

The mystery element, while intriguing, appears abruptly and seems slightly disjointed from the rest of the narrative. The suspense aspect, involving a potential stalker, adds an extra layer to the plot but is not fully explored until late in the book. This makes the climax feel a tad rushed, despite the suspenseful buildup.

Overall, "Ms. Perfectly Fine" presents a compelling blend of romance and mystery, well-drawn characters, a commendable representation of chronic pain, and an intriguing plot. While there's room for improvement in pacing and development, the book is satisfying for those who enjoy nuanced characters and multifaceted plots. Thanks to NetGalley, Kate Callaghan, and CallaghanWriter for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

*4.5

Elijah and Autumn are so adorable!! I love that even though they don't like each other that much at first they still had a strong attraction to each other. The banter between the two of them is so good. He cares so much about her and just wants what's best for her. Seeing him worry about her just warmed my heart. Autumn is such a strong character and I love her a lot.

I received an arc through netgalley.

Thank you to Kate Callaghan and Netgalley for this ARC.

3.5⭐️

Ms Perfectly Fine is a suspense, reverse grumpy/sunshine romance, and while I liked the characters, I thought the storyline was predictable.