Oh I loved this book! It was such a fun and enjoyable read with great characters. Autumn and Elijah had a great relationship development and I enjoyed their banter.

What would happen if your well-meaning landlord purposefully rented out half the house to a business partner without your permission AND without warning you. You'd probably be annoyed...but what if the intruder was kinda hot?

Ms Perfectly Fine is a romance following Autumn and Elijah as they learn to accommodate one another in their shared space, forced proximity realness. However, there is more going on in Autumn's life than meets the eye, as they become closer, secrets are revealed.

This is a new genre for me that I didn't expect to enjoy so much, romance with secondary suspense. Let's get into my favorite thing about this book. There was no third act breakup. There was minimal miscommunication once the couple got together. The main character deals with chronic pain that regularly effects her work performance. The man is the sunshine, and she is oh so grumpy.

I'm giving this book 4 stars because it didn't blow me out the water and become an instant favorite, but I really enjoyed the book. I loved seeing disability representation that felt authentic and wasn't looked at as the end of the world. Most importantly, I loved how genuine the chemistry was between the couple.

Finally, I received this book for free from the publisher to review. All my opinions are my own.

Thank you Kate Callaghan and Net Galley for the ARC!

I really enjoyed this book. The banter was my favorite. He falls first, grumpy x sunshine, forced proximity, chronic pain and a little bit of suspense. I flew through this book I loved Elijah and Autumn together. Thank you again for the ARC!

Brilliantly written, slow burn romance. The two main characters were so likeable and I was rooting for them from the start! Enemies to lovers is my favourite trope ever and this was such a brilliantly delicious slow burn. I loved the mystery twist to this book, it really added another element to the usual romance story. The topic of chronic pain in this book was so well written and sensitively handled by the author. I loved Autumn's back story and how this was explained.

A thoroughly great read. I don't usually go for books with a serious thread such as chronic pain, but it was done so well, still being entertaining whilst raising my awareness of some of the issues. The main characters were very well crafted and I really invested in their relationship. I felt some of the background characters needed a little more fleshing out, for example Autumn's parents. Other than that, a really well written novel.

Ms. Perfectly Fine by Kate Callaghan is a heartfelt novel that beautifully captures the journey of Autumn Adler, a talented concert pianist battling chronic pain. As she prepares for her comeback, she encounters unexpected distractions, including her landlord Elijah Wells, a game designer who becomes more than just a nuisance. The book seamlessly blends romance, mystery, and personal growth, keeping readers engaged throughout.

The combination of genres in Ms. Perfectly Fine is a pleasant surprise. While primarily a romance, the addition of mystery elements adds depth and excitement to the plot. Elijah's unwavering determination to win Autumn's heart is endearing, while Autumn's resilience and self-discovery make her a relatable and inspiring protagonist.

Kate Callaghan's writing style really brings the story to life. The townhouse setting is vividly described, and the tension between Autumn and Elijah is palpable. The pacing is well-balanced, maintaining a satisfying rhythm that keeps readers hooked until the end.

With a captivating blend of romance, mystery, and personal struggles, Ms. Perfectly Fine is a beautifully written novel. Kate Callaghan's storytelling will tug at your heartstrings as you follow Autumn and Elijah's journey through love, pain, and unexpected secrets. If you enjoy heartfelt stories with a touch of suspense, this book is a must-read. The twist elevated this book to 4.5 stars for me.

I was really hooked by this book's blurb and lovely cover. Sadly, it didn't live up to my expectations for it. This is, by no means, a terrible book, and there are a lot of people out there who will really love it. I mean, a concert pianist and a game designer should make for amazing dynamics. Lol. However, they are pretty one-dimensional, and they fell for each other *really* quickly. There were also several side plots that either should have been left out so as to make more room for development of the main characters and their relationship, or the book should have been longer to allow for those side plots. It was just a lot happening and not enough space for all the drama.

Thank you to NetGalley and Kate Callaghan for this ARC.

This book centers around pianist Autumn Adler as she gets ready for her solo comeback, 10 years after a tragic accident that killed her best friend and left her with chronic pain. This book begins with Elijah Wells moving into her house, prompting a misunderstanding, as he believes she'd been told he was arriving and moving in.

The largest issue that I had with this book was that I was never rooting for Elijah. When the book starts, he's not only moving into Autumn's house without ever having met her or learned that she's okay with it, he's also hired movers who are taking her belongings and sending them to storage, without ever consulting her. He then changes the locks in her house, making her stay outside in the rain, repeatedly eats the meals that she's prepared for herself, and repaints her hallway,

Additionally, when he first moves in she agrees on the terms that she needs to practice piano a lot, as she's a concert pianist, and he agrees that she can do so. The very first time she tries to practice he gets annoyed that it's early (because he stayed up until 4am) and throws her over his shoulder and bans her from practicing in the mornings. While all of this could maybe be overlooked if he was meant to start as obnoxious and grow, his character does not evolve over the course of this book. All of these things are "poking fun" at Autumn, and she decides that they're cute and charming as soon as they realize they're into each other, despite there being no real transition from hating each other to being in a relationship. The entire relationship plot line threw me off, as there was no point in which I liked him enough to want them together.

Where this book thrives is actually in the little mystery/thriller element of the plot. Someone has been leaving mysterious roses for Autumn for years, and is increasing the number of roses and adding notes now that her solo comeback is closer. This part of the book did keep me guessing for a while, and mostly made sense with where it lead. Overall, this book has some cute elements, but I couldn't quite root for the love interest.

2.5/5 Stars

*Thank you to Kate Callaghan and NetGalley for allowing me to receive an ARC in exchange for an honest review*

Autumn is a famous concert pianist who is a working on her comeback after a tragic accident and she wants peace and quiet to do so; Elijah just rented out the bottom floor of the townhouse she lives in—unbeknownst to her—while he gets his company off the ground. She wants him out, he wants to stay, and the tension is phenomenal. This book has enemies to lovers, forced proximity, dual POC, grumpy/sunshine, chronic pain rep, AND a mystery!

I truly loved this book and will absolutely be recommending it to my friends! The fact that it’s both a romance and has a mystery stalker makes it stand out and I was equally invested in both sides of it. Autumn is determined, talented, stubborn, relatable, and a total badass. Elijah is smart, equally as stubborn, kind, and loyal. Their chemistry is solid from the start and only grows as they get to know each other and even as I yelled “Recognize you love each other!!!” at my book, it was never in a way that frustrated me enough to have to close the book for a minute. I rooted for both of them the whole time even as I tried desperately to guess who the stalker was before it was obvious. Sometimes, side plots can take away from the main story of the book but, with this one, it felt like they all worked together for the culmination of it all. There was nothing unnecessary or forgotten. It was amazing.

Honestly, I have very little to complain about. My biggest complaint is probably more editing than anything else because I DID almost scream when I would hit another scene where someone changed clothes multiple times within a scene without *actually* changing clothes. Minor things but things that absolutely took me out of the scenes.

Overall, phenomenal book. Absolutely will recommend. 4.5 stars!!!!

was very excited to read this book because of its stunning cover (i love the lavender border so much!) but it fell kinda flat for me. i didn’t enjoy reading it much and i didn’t care for the two characters love story.

In "Ms. Perfectly Fine," author Kate Callaghan masterfully crafts a deeply moving and empowering story that delves into the life of Autumn, a concert pianist whose world is shattered by a traumatic accident. This remarkable novel takes readers on a journey of resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of dreams amidst immense challenges.

One of the most compelling aspects of this book is the authenticity with which the author portrays Autumn's emotional turmoil and the complexities of her relationships. As she navigates the uncharted territory of sharing her home with a new housemate, dealing with the lingering effects of chronic pain from her accident, and coping with the unsettling presence of a potential stalker, Autumn's strength and vulnerability shine through. The portrayal of her struggles is both poignant and relatable, allowing readers to empathize deeply with her character.

Overall, this book is a triumph—a compelling and heartrending tale that will resonate with readers long after they've turned the final page. It is a must-read for anyone seeking a story of resilience, personal growth, and the enduring pursuit of one's passions.

I liked this and it was cute but the romance did feel quite rushed, they seemed to fall for each other before they really knew anything about each other at all and it kind of stayed that way. I did also like the mystery of the roses element as well.
It was a fun, quick read but I didn’t love it as much as I hoped I would.

In all honesty, I was drawn to this book specifically for the play on a Taylor Swift song title, however what I got within Autumn and Elijah's story was more than I had expected and I loved it!

Two strangers in one house, what could possibly go wrong? Autumn's life was knocked back by a strange man moving into her house with no warning or explanation beforehand. As expected, Autumn didn't take lightly to this and began to set ground rules with Elijah immediately. The romance blossoming between Autumn and Elijah was built up so subtly, by gentle gestures and caring words that you never knew when they were finally going to admit their feelings for one another.

I got a lot more than I bargained for with this book, in the best way possible. There was a lot of plot lines that I hadn't seen coming, e.g. Autumn's past, Elijah's connection to the house and the stalker who left a rose on Autumn's doorstep. There was a lot going on here, a lot of twists and turns, with a romance in between and it was executed perfectly. I loved this book and can't wait to keep following what Kate does next.

Two strangers are thrown together in one house...what could possibly go wrong? Easy beach read that you can finish in a day by the water. Thanks, NetGalley and the publisher, for providing me with an ARC ebook in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you Netgalley and Kate Callaghan for the ARC!

I went into this book blind (as I often do) and am so glad I did! This book was cute with a trickle of suspense and what can I say except I’m a sucker for the suspense romance genre.

I thought this was a great book. Core ingredients of a nice and easy romance story, but with a little twist of intrigue thanks to the roses and fear of a potential stalker.
Amber’s character is likeable despite her insistence on pushing people away and Elijah is VERY likeable. I thought it was interesting reading about different careers- concert pianist and video game developers and found this a lovely and pleasant way to while away an afternoon in the sun.

3,5 ⭐️

- Reverse Grumpy Sunshine
- He falls first
- Enemies to lovers
- Chronic Pain
- Suspense

Het verhaal was op sommige punten net iets te gehaast en ik moet eerlijk zeggen dat ik het plot niet helemaal passend vind, maar al met al is het wel een leuk/mooi boek die ik met plezier heb gelezen.

*Arc Review NetGalley*

Thank you to netgalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I love thrillers and I love cheesy romcoms so I felt like this was a slam dunk when I read the description. I liked aspects of the book, but despite loving thrillers I felt like the thriller aspect could have been completely nixed from this book! It just felt like something the author didn’t completely know how to work with, and I kind of just felt like Autumn was incredibly dumb with how she handled it (and the red herrings).

The Romcom part of it was kind of cute - I hate instalove/saying “I love you” so quickly in books and this couple sure did move way too fast for me, but they were a sweet duo. I appreciated the delve into Autumn’s chronic pain at least.

Ms Perfectly Fine by Kate Callaghan was a great enemies-to-lovers romantic mystery.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this, it was so entertaining, realistic with likable characters.
I loved the relationships and the development of the characters in through this story.
Kate Callaghan’s writing is crisp and funny, the characters are fully engaging, and the story is delightful.

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

Thank You NetGalley and CallaghanWriter for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

I will say, as a pianist, I enjoyed seeing the frustration side of the music. I feel that with books that have a musically inclined MC, they always get it the first time and never have to practice. That is not what this book is at all, it tackled her frustration with her own music, her body, and Elijah. I like the forced proximity and the mystery element to the novel. However, I thought the two character’s fights lasted for pages and the make up’s took a page. The romance was good but lots of miscommunications and lots of unfinished conversations. The mystery did leave you wondering but I thought for it being so threatening to her life it was a bit…..lacking? The tension was absent for the first 70% of the book and was squeezed into the last 30%. The spice was very light. I loved how Autumn’s chronic pain was written and described to the reader. However, I have no literal idea as to what the characters look like in this book, the descriptions were very light.

I was given an ARC of this book for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Thank you NetGalley and Kate Callaghan for my arc.