This is the second book I've tried by Goymer. The first one i finished, but it was meh. This one sounded good though, so I decided to give her a second chance.

Unfortunately this was a DNF only a few chapters in.

A Harry Potter mention in 2025? Plus, I didn't realise our heroine would be in a relationship at the start when she meets her LI. I didn't get far enough to know if there's cheating or a break up but yeah...I was put off.

So sadly, not for me.

I hate to say it, but this one was a DNF for me. I tried, I really did, but the painfully slow burn and an unbearably unlikeable main character made it impossible to push through. I don’t mind a slow build if there’s a payoff, but this? I just didn’t care enough to stick around to find out.

The writing itself had potential, and I can see why some might enjoy it, but when you’re actively annoyed by the protagonist and waiting (and waiting… and waiting) for something to actually happen, it’s time to call it quits.

It's a heartwarming, predictable, but sweet story. I think there were just too many subplots—writer’s block, Allie and Will’s romance, Martin’s marriage, and an editor takedown. With so much happening, some storylines didn't get the spotlight I hoped for.

I loved the concept of this book but the execution kinda fell flat for me. I never really connected with the main character finding her behaviour very opportunistic, self-serving, and shallow. Her communication skills were so lacking too which was hard to read. So much of what happened was so easily avoidable with just a moment of communication and it seemed unlikely that a woman of this age would be so lacking here. The dynamic between Allie and Martin was somewhat entertaining but the relationship between her and Will was so up and down that it barely registered to me. I wish the author had spent more time building their relationship so I could have been more invested in them and their happily ever after. I think this one just wasn't for me but I'm sure others will enjoy.

I received a digital copy of this book through NetGalley and the publishers in exchange for my honest review.

Such a fun read with a bit of an Emily Henry vibe. I’ve seen a few books lately with this plot line of an author having writers block and not being able to complete or start their book. The key difference here that made the book stand out was the introduction of martins character. Rather than him being the romance pair, he fit in so well as the mentor. Would recommend.

Romance, villainous bosses, secret identities, handsome strangers… what’s not to enjoy? In addition a sweet story reigniting a tired but lasting love. There were parts of this one that needed a it of suspension of disbelief but I was happy to allow that. Enjoyable and sweet, with a little bit of heat.

Thank you netgalley for an advanced readers copy in exchange for an honest review. The Plot Twist was cute, charming and emotional. This book will definitely tug and your heartstrings and the main character, Allie, will quickly work her way into your heart.

*Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter | One More Chapter for providing me this book in exchange for an honest review*

It was an adorable read, Goymer's characters felt a little flat at the beginning but soon the story picked up. The plot twist was...something!

I thought the premise to this book sounded interesting, but I was concerned that the romance aspect might take a backseat to the main character's friendship with the fellow author.

I couldn't make it that far in the book to find out.

The main character just seemed flat to me. She whined a good bit in the opening and I get the writer's block situation, but I never could connect with her.

This would probably be a good choice for those who typically like women's fiction with an author character plot.

Thank you NetGalley and Harper Collins UK, One More Chapter an e-copy of THE PLOT TWIST to review.

I rate THE PLOT TWIST two out of five stars.

Both the book and audiobook are enjoyable yet the story itself is what captures the attention for this heart-felt romance. It becomes very clear from the beginning of the story that the title is more than just the title. The plot twists of the story are not extreme or over powering which makes them all the better. Each one moves the story forward and makes sure to hold the attention of the reader/listener by creating small moments of suspense hoping to see the outcome. I love everything about this book. The book does not come across as a great romance in the beginning. However, the deeper into the book and the situations that arise the romance builds and it is sweet and wonderful.

I enjoyed the audiobook just as much as the book. Cicely Whitehead is a wonderful narrator. I was very impressed how each character voice was so distinct from others. That does not always happen but when it does there is a stronger connection to the characters and the story. Personally, I look forward to listening to more of her narrations.

There is no doubt that this is a book to be read/listened to more than once. And I will definitely be doing so. Put this book at the of your TBR list!

The premise sounded great for this novel, two authors with writers block helping each other overcome their issues to help produce a best seller. However, it fell flat and I don't feel the story between Martin and his wife really materialised,it just plodded along. Also Allie just irritated me at times. Thanks to Net galley for the advanced copy

I went into The Plot Twist expecting a fun, light romance, right up my alley. But honestly? I disliked almost everything about it.

We follow Allie, a bestselling romance author who’s hit a serious case of writer’s block. She meets grumpy thriller author Martin who hasn’t published in years. They agree to help each other get back on track, and along the way, Allie crosses paths with Will, a waiter at an event, and instant sparks. (allegedly)

My biggest issue was Allie. She’s just… not a good person. And not in an entertaining, morally gray way, more like the author didn’t realize how bad she truly is. She’s mean, dismissive, zones out of conversations constantly, and is so self-absorbed that it’s exhausting. On top of that, she’s supposed to be a wildly successful author with six bestsellers, yet she acts like she’s never been published before.

Beyond Allie’s questionable character, the book itself has an identity crisis. It tries to be a romance but flops spectacularly. There’s barely any chemistry, the love story relies on the worst kind of insta-love and the MCs don’t spend any time with each other. It also attempts to make some deeper commentary on patriarchy and publishing and power dynamics but ends up trivializing the very issues it brings up.

By the end, reading this felt like a chore, and my frustration with Allie only grew with each page.

After breaking up with her boyfriend, romance author Allie is with a severe case of writer's block. At a cocktail party for her publishing company, she runs across Martin, a thriller writer also facing the same debilitating writer's block as Allie. With rapidly approaching deadlines, Allie and Martin strike up an unlikely alliance. They agree to trade plot ideas. As they spend time working together, they form a special relationship. Martin becomes more than just a writing partner, he becomes a father figure.

At that same cocktail party, Allie met the caterer, Will. There was an immediate spark. And that spark broke another hole in Allie's writer's block. It proved an impetus to get her words flowing again. As deadlines draw closer, though, the line between story and real life draws thinner and thinner forcing Allie to examine what's most important to her.

What I enjoyed most about this story is the relationship between Allie and Martin. There is a true connection between the two. The age difference didn't hinder their friendship, it enhanced it. It allowed them to share different points of view about more than just their plot lines. They became much more than just writing partners.

The relationship with Will adds both fun, whimsy and a touch of humor. I enjoyed their connection and their interactions. The story takes a bit of a serious turn as secrets are revealed, leading to an honest, heartwarming conclusion.

This is a quick moving story, fueled by witty dialogue, interesting characters and emotion that comes from the realization of the important things in life.

The beginning did hold my interest pretty well, but then I became less interested very quickly. Overall it was a fun, cute book but it was not for me.

3.5⭐️ I enjoyed this for the most part. It was just on the slower side. The story focuses on Alley. She is a romance writer that is blocked. Lost without her editor, Alley has more thoughts on a murder mystery story than the romance book she is supposed to write. When she meets a famous murder mystery writer, they form a bond and a mutual agreement. Martin will use her idea and help her get past her writers block. What Martin doesn’t know is his marriage is Alley’s inspiration. Plus, the new attractive guy named Will that is giving her all the hopes for a romantic lead.

Thank you to @netgalley, Harper Collins, and the author for the advanced copy.

Thank you to Netgalley for an eARC of The Plot Twist. All opinions will be my own.
This was a cute, fun read and the couple were SO good together! I love that they are both writers switching their genres to help with writers block, as a sucker for books about books.

I was in the mood for a good romance book and this did not disappoint! I thought that this was incredibly well done, the characters were super likeable and I loved the actual romance bits.

I really wanted to love this book but struggled with it and had to DNF. The pacing was off and I really struggled with the characters themselves and their behaviour.

This romance sounded really good while reading the synopsis. However I felt like it was nothing out of the special. There were some funny scenes, but the romance felt a bit blunt at some times. Therefore this book is just an avarage read for me

I wanted to love this book, but it was simultaneously shallow and boring. It's such a cute concept, but it disappointed me. DNF'd at 28%. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.