So in short Toni and Audrey have a one night stand and then end up working together. with this being 200 pages it was a quick read with short chapters but super insta lovey. from the one night stand, they are either together or thinking about one another and I just couldn’t really connect with this or with any of the characters. I’m not a fan of the insta love trope and then i also felt like the writing was more tell not show so especially towards the end, we didn’t get to see everything. Although it’s not a holiday romance, there is a part of the book set throughout the Christmas holidays so this could be a quick and light read for then? thank you NetGalley for the arc.

4/5 ⭐️s
🌶️🌶️ - medium spice

LOVES:
- Consent IS sexy 🙂‍↕️👏🏻
- When Audrey calls out Toni for her professionalism and respect at work. And the way Toni is apologetic and owns up to her mistakes.
- The double sister friendship is cute 🥰
- I really appreciate the maturity and communication happening in some moments, especially from between friends. See below ⬇️
- Max is full of great advice and she just a joy 😄
- The grand gesture sure is grand!

CRITIQUES:
- Audrey was in a tough situation for a while, but she doesn’t handle her relationship with Toni or her sister very well. She acts selfish and unkind.
- I guess I don’t totally get the role-playing bar scene. It seems random and doesn’t really make sense for where the two are at.
- The ending felt a little abrupt

Overall, this was cute and had a lot of good moments. A few things were a little frustrating for me, but not so much that they ruined the book, by any means.

Thanks to @netgalley and @bookouture for the eARC.

About last night is a fun romance with a bit of comedy & spice. It was slightly predictable but was a good easy read.

I loved the banter between the characters, it really lightened the book and did give me a bit of a laugh.

Toni & Audrey had my heart singing from the moment they met. They had an amazing connection that was tainted by Audrey's past relationship. There were some very sweet moments, as well as some harsh moments that made you a little sad.

It did lack a bit of relationship building, the future jumps left gaps and I felt it needed the gaps to be filled.

If you love a bit of spice, then you will find that in this book. "About Last night" is a FF romantic relationship, with spice, close proximity, hiking, and a narcissist.

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Fun, quick. spicy read. For those who enjoy a light afternoon spritz.

Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for providing an eARC for a honest review.

3.5 STARS

About Last Night is the story of two women (who have unknowingly been ogling each other for months) who have a one-night stand and then find out they're going to be working together for the next six months. Though they agree to keep things professional, there is an undeniable spark between them that is impossible to resist.

This was a fun, quick read that felt more like a novella than a full-length novel. The spice was top-notch and I enjoyed the chemistry between Audrey and Toni. However, I'm used to reading contemporary romances that contain depth and a lot of character development, so this fell a little flat for me. There was also a side story that was never wrapped up, and we don't get the "six months/one year later" epilogue I've become accustomed to.

Overall, About Last Night was an enjoyable read that I'd recommend to readers who like fun, fast, and bantery sapphic romances.

*Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the complimentary advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.*

3 star read!!
if you need a short cute pallete cleanser romance book, this is for you.
loved the sibling relationship here, it’s always great when you read about 2 sisters that support each other and do anything for each other.
hated hated hated Shae! Audrey, you’re so much better now <3
there’s a lot of spice here so if that’s not your cup of tea, please don’t read this book :)

I want to thank NetGalley and the Author for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Audrey is fresh off a break up. She decided to pursue a hook up with Toni. They part and end up meeting up again at their new jobs. They have to deal with their attraction to each other while simultaneously healing from their own relationships before they can move forward.
I was drawn for the lgbt nature and it’s not written as much as the heterosexual relationships that dominate this genre. I went into this book blind and kept my mind open. The story jumped right off the bat with the characters going home together. Unfortunately, the pacing made it difficult to follow at times especially because the reader wasn’t present, which loses its significance. I felt at times the relationship was a bit rushed with not a lot of proper development to make it a happily ever after. I liked Toni a lot. She never failed to make me giggle and her tension with Audrey was off the charts. Overall, a cute read !

“This is the **FIRST** book I have ever read, from start to finish, in one night. I didn’t respond to texts, calls, or anything while I was enthralled in this story… OMG, I felt like I wanted to cry, I was definitely very turned on, and I couldn’t stop laughing… RUN, don’t walk, to buy this book… I am hooked and I need more of it

This book starts off with a BANG and then it honestly just completely fizzled out for me. I didn't get any real personality or depth from the characters, not did I really feel their chemistry. The plot didn't really deviate from any established genre norms but didn't bring any depth or anything special to it :/ Also, as an avid hiker, I've never heard any hiker call themselves a dirt bag and that was said over and over in this?

Meh. Thanks for the ARC regardless!

After reading previous reviews, I wasn't sure! But still! This book was fantastic! Even though I cringed at some of the phrasing, I managed to finish this book in three and a half hours! I had a great time reading this book. Although I didn't like the third act breakup with the second FMC Toni, I could relate to the FMC Audrey's first split. However, by the time the narrative concluded, I felt like I needed more resolution about the two side characters, Greta and Willa. All in all, though, I thought the novel was entertaining, that the spicy parts weren't overdone, and that it followed a good premise while delving into other possible directions.

I enjoy finding new authors and Laura Henry's debut was a treat. Fun, quick, easy, beach read. The two main characters were fun to get to know and the sisters in their lives rounded out the story nicely. Can't wait to read about the sisters. Thank you Netgalley for the early access.

I loved plot here, having a one night stand and then realising they are your new boss. Overall this book was easy to read.

I had the pleasure of reading an ARC of this book through NetGalley and thoroughly enjoyed it. It is based on the trope of two women getting together only to find out later they are working with each other. Audrey Adams breaks up with her cheating ex through a classic karaoke break-up song and finds comfort with Toni Danzig that night, a beautiful hiking guide that turns her world upside down. Audrey is done with romance, but when she starts a new job she finds that Toni is part-owner of the business. The two are forced to work together and keep their connection under control.

The writing is fantastic with times where you will laugh out loud. You will find yourself hoping for the couple to finally get together, despite Audrey trying to protect herself from another broken heart. If you are a fan of forced proximity romances, you will definitely enjoy this one.

What happens when you run into your one night stand on your first day at a new job? For Toni and Audrey the answer is to try to keep things professional.

This was a good quick read, which I enjoyed. I thought that is could have used a bit more depth to fully flesh out the characters, but it makes for a light and easy beach read.

I would recommend this to anyone looking for a quick easy read.

I received a free copy from Bookouture through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

This was such a fun romance read! I thought the writing style was great, the plot line kept me genuinely interested and I loved each and every one of the characters. I especially enjoyed the found family aspect within the storyline, those are always my favorite within romance stories. The only thing I felt was missing from this one was a resolution or more information on how Willa’s portion of the story ended.

Overall this was a great, easy read. It checked all the boxes for a heartwarming love story for me!

This book started off so well and then it just felt stilted and left me super disengaged.
I wish I could have more to comment on this.

About Last Night surprised me in the best way! It was spicy, heartwarming, and so much fun to read! I would have loved a more fleshed-out ending to the story -- but I was so glad to see that there would be a sequel with Willa & Greta's story! Will definitely add this one to my recommendation list for sapphic romance reads!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

A solid 3 star! This was a fluffy lesbian romance palette cleanser book. A true entertainment read, but I genuinely had interest in the plot as well. I enjoyed the friendship and sister relationships and came to love things about all of the characters. The spice was good but not overdone. I enjoyed it for what it was and would definitely love a book in the POVs of Willa and Greta!

This story centers on Audrey Adams, a woman who just got out of a toxic relationship, and Toni Danzig, a person who has never been in a relationship. Audrey and Toni have both been attracted to the other for years, and on the night of Audrey's big breakup finally meet, hookup, and go their separate ways. Only to find out that Audrey is the new consultant for Toni's family's company.

There were many parts of this story that I thought were cute; however, I often felt like our characters weren't taking the time to get to really know each other. This book was very much instalove, and instead of us seeing two characters fall into love, let alone like, it felt more like reading about lust (which is totally fine, just not what I was expecting with a romcom). I wish there had been a bit more character development between our two MCs; however, I really enjoyed the side characters and seeing how both Audrey's and Toni's sisters connect and they form a foursome and all manage to bring the best out of each other, so I understand why there may have not been as much focus on our MCs alone. The story ends on Audrey and Toni getting their HEA but does leave it open for a second (or third) book for the rest of the group.

Overall this was a very quick read (I read it all in a day: a chunk over my lunch break and then after I put my kid down for bed time), and if you're looking for a lighthearted, quick romcom with some spice, this is your book.

"About Last Night" chronicles Audrey Adams' fresh start after leaving her cheating ex with a bang—singing a break-up anthem in a packed bar. Despite swearing off romance after a memorable night with a breathtaking hiking guide, Toni, Audrey's resolve is tested when she unexpectedly encounters Toni on her first day at a new job in an outdoors store. Complicating matters further, Toni is now technically her boss, and Audrey finds herself reminiscing about their passionate night every time Toni appears in a tempting plaid shirt, discussing upcoming mountain conquests. As Audrey grapples with the taboo of office romance, she navigates this new beginning with cautious optimism.

The novel offers alternating perspectives from Audrey and Toni, allowing readers to delve deep into their likable and evolving characters. While the story moves swiftly, some readers may crave additional chapters for further character development. Overall, I found the book delightful and eagerly anticipate more tales from Willa and Greta. This sapphic romance is a blend of humor, steaminess, and heartfelt moments, making it a must-read upon its release in July.

A heartfelt thank you to Laura Henry, Bookouture, and NetGalley for the advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

Mark your calendars for its release on 7/19/2024—I'll be posting my review on Amazon!