Beg, Borrow or Steal

* NetGalley ALC Review *

Absolutely Loved It! Sarah Adams Does It Again!”

Beg, Borrow, or Steal is everything I hoped for and more. I absolutely loved this book! There were so many aspects of Emily and Jack’s story that I could deeply relate to, which made it a bit more emotional for me. But honestly? That’s what made it so special. The way Sarah Adams handled these themes was so refreshing—she brought the emotions without it feeling heavy, and I found myself smiling even through the tougher moments.

Emily and Jack’s chemistry? Perfection. Their banter and connection were just the right mix of sweet and spicy (and yes, it’s a 2-spicy kind of story, so don’t expect things to go all-out, but it’s still packed with romantic tension that’ll make your heart flutter!).

This series is hands-down one of my favorites, and getting to know Emily and Jack felt like catching up with old friends. I didn’t want their story to end! If you love romance that’s heartfelt, swoony, and beautifully written, I highly recommend Beg, Borrow, or Steal. It’s a gem, just like the rest of the When in Rome series. ❤️

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐
Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️

Blurb:

Two feuding second-grade teachers (and neighbors) find themselves teaming up in this rivals-to-lovers romance by the New York Times bestselling author of The Rule Book and Practice Makes Perfect.

Emily Walker hates having her carefully crafted world disrupted by anyone, most of all her legendary nemesis, Jack Bennett. He’s the opposite of the wonderful heroes she dreams up in her double life as a romance writer, which is why Emily was perfectly happy when Jack left Rome, Kentucky, mid-school year, with his fiancée. The last thing Emily saw coming was Jack’s return at the start of the summer after calling off the wedding and ending his relationship, but he’s here to stay—as her colleague and her neighbor.

Jackson Bennett is glad to be back, eager to renovate his house and work on the next mystery novel under his bestselling pen name. But when he realizes he’s now neighbors with the one woman who has always pushed his buttons, he discovers something he’s even more excited for—thwarting Emily and her petty plans to sabotage his return.

With their chemistry-fueled animosity at an all-time high, Emily accidentally sends an email to their school’s principal that could reveal her secret literary side hustle. She needs to steal back her manuscript, and Jack—she hates to admit—is just the man to help her. Surprisingly, Jack agrees. Will their unlikely alliance put an end to their rivalry? Or could it lead to a steamy plot twist they never saw coming?

XOXO, Courtney