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It's Not Me, It's You: A Compulsively Readable YA Romance About a Heartbreaker and Her Nemesis
Jackie Myers is a fraud. Or she might be a genius—the jury’s still out. The thing is, she secretly runs "pleasebreakmyheart," a gone-viral account aimed at breaking hearts and ending relationships—and she just used it to break up her insufferable eternal nemesis's picture-perfect relationship.
Wilson is the buttoned-up, type-A assistant manager of her nightmares—but it turns out he’s also, apparently, a really great boyfriend.
So with her conscience (and paycheck) on the line, Jackie decides there’s only one thing to do: She’s going to help Wilson win his ex-girlfriend back. Which should be easy, considering Jackie hates him…right?
Wilson is the buttoned-up, type-A assistant manager of her nightmares—but it turns out he’s also, apparently, a really great boyfriend.
So with her conscience (and paycheck) on the line, Jackie decides there’s only one thing to do: She’s going to help Wilson win his ex-girlfriend back. Which should be easy, considering Jackie hates him…right?
384 pages, Paperback
Published November 5, 2024
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Alex Light
3 books1,812 followersAlex Light grew up reading too many books and listening to too many Taylor Swift songs. Now, she writes books that make people laugh (and sometimes cry).
Alex began writing as a teen. She shared dozens of love stories online, which have now been read over 150 million times. Shockingly, she graduated with a BA in English Literature, giving her the perfect excuse to read even more books when she wasn’t busy writing her own.
Living in Toronto, Canada with her 3 furry friends, Alex is an avid donut-eater, sometimes baker, and lover of the frozen winter months.
Alex began writing as a teen. She shared dozens of love stories online, which have now been read over 150 million times. Shockingly, she graduated with a BA in English Literature, giving her the perfect excuse to read even more books when she wasn’t busy writing her own.
Living in Toronto, Canada with her 3 furry friends, Alex is an avid donut-eater, sometimes baker, and lover of the frozen winter months.
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December 8, 2023Whatever the heck Alex Light publishes next, I don’t care, I’m getting the book and devouring it.
April 24, 2025
I didn't expect "It's Not Me, It's You" to be THIS good, and let me share why!! 🤭
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This is one of the rare "enemies-to-lovers but they TRULY hate each other" books, and it is hard to find a true enemies-to-lovers book 'round here! All the characters were amazing and there's nobody there that I hate. Jackie and Wilson's chemistry is amazing, she's the unserious one who likes to annoy him [and have a good time], and he's more put together and serious. It's like opposites attract, so that's a plus! <3 Under that tough exterior, Wilson is a big sweetheart who notices the small things (like how Jackie loves Twix). And may I add, their banter is amazing, and I loved all their moments together! I loved the relationship between Jackie, Jillian, and Julie, and it can make people realize how important strong sibling relationships are! Suzy is an amazing friend and I love how she stuck with Jackie to the end, and she never abandoned her, so Suzy has my respect. 🥹 Also, is it embarrassing that I smiled and chuckled at this book? 🥺
(I'M GONNA LIST A QUOTE THAT MIGHT SPOIL THE BOOK!!)
(☞^o^) ☞ Q U O T E I L O V E D :
"A cute picnic in a park or something.
Filled with all my favorite foods.
That's exactly what Wilson did.
"Wilson." I sound completely breathless. "You didn't plan Kenzie's perfect date."
"What do you mean?"
"You planned mine," I say."
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Now that I listed my reasons, give this book a try! These partners in crime will be in my heart. <33
I love Wackie!!! 💚
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This is one of the rare "enemies-to-lovers but they TRULY hate each other" books, and it is hard to find a true enemies-to-lovers book 'round here! All the characters were amazing and there's nobody there that I hate. Jackie and Wilson's chemistry is amazing, she's the unserious one who likes to annoy him [and have a good time], and he's more put together and serious. It's like opposites attract, so that's a plus! <3 Under that tough exterior, Wilson is a big sweetheart who notices the small things (like how Jackie loves Twix). And may I add, their banter is amazing, and I loved all their moments together! I loved the relationship between Jackie, Jillian, and Julie, and it can make people realize how important strong sibling relationships are! Suzy is an amazing friend and I love how she stuck with Jackie to the end, and she never abandoned her, so Suzy has my respect. 🥹 Also, is it embarrassing that I smiled and chuckled at this book? 🥺
(I'M GONNA LIST A QUOTE THAT MIGHT SPOIL THE BOOK!!)
(☞^o^) ☞ Q U O T E I L O V E D :
"A cute picnic in a park or something.
Filled with all my favorite foods.
That's exactly what Wilson did.
"Wilson." I sound completely breathless. "You didn't plan Kenzie's perfect date."
"What do you mean?"
"You planned mine," I say."
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Now that I listed my reasons, give this book a try! These partners in crime will be in my heart. <33
I love Wackie!!! 💚
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February 24, 2024i can't wait!!!
after meet me in the middle... i have expectations
after meet me in the middle... i have expectations
August 3, 2024
Thank you to NetGalley and the author for provided me with an arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.
When Jackie Myers accidentally breaks up her boss and arch nemesis’ Wilson and his girlfriend’s perfect relationship she is determined to right her wrongs and help them get back together. Unfortunately for her she starts to care a little more than she should… Let me start by saying this is the most tooth rotting fluffy romance. If you read and enjoyed Alex Lights other books you will definitely like this. It could lean towards being a little wattpady at times but I think you kind of have to expect that with this author and it’s not necessarily a bad thing. The only issue I had with this is that I feel like Jackie’s older sisters acted very juvenile and Wilson acted very comically old for his age. Like I just couldn’t buy into the fact that a teenager was running a business by himself that’s kind of unrealistic. I also think the third act conflict was solved pretty fast considering the magnitude of it. Other than that I really enjoyed this.
When Jackie Myers accidentally breaks up her boss and arch nemesis’ Wilson and his girlfriend’s perfect relationship she is determined to right her wrongs and help them get back together. Unfortunately for her she starts to care a little more than she should… Let me start by saying this is the most tooth rotting fluffy romance. If you read and enjoyed Alex Lights other books you will definitely like this. It could lean towards being a little wattpady at times but I think you kind of have to expect that with this author and it’s not necessarily a bad thing. The only issue I had with this is that I feel like Jackie’s older sisters acted very juvenile and Wilson acted very comically old for his age. Like I just couldn’t buy into the fact that a teenager was running a business by himself that’s kind of unrealistic. I also think the third act conflict was solved pretty fast considering the magnitude of it. Other than that I really enjoyed this.
June 28, 2024
Alex Light's It's Not Me, It's You is a delightful and captivating read that expertly balances humor, romance, and self-discovery. This novel is a gem for anyone looking for a feel-good story with a modern twist.
Jackie Myers is a fascinating loveable character who everyone will fall in love with. By day, she's an unassuming young woman, but by night, she secretly runs pleasebreakmyheart, a viral social media account dedicated to breaking hearts and ending relationships. Jackie’s dual life is both intriguing and entertaining, and Alex does a fantastic job of making her both relatable and unique. Her journey through the moral complexities of her actions provides a compelling backbone to the story.
Enter Wilson, the seemingly perfect assistant manager who is Jackie’s sworn enemy. He’s organized, meticulous, and the opposite of everything Jackie stands for. When Jackie's actions inadvertently lead to the breakup of Wilson's picture-perfect relationship, she decides to help him win his ex-girlfriend back—a task that proves to be both challenging and enlightening.
The dynamic between Jackie and Wilson is electric. Their witty banter and evolving relationship keep readers hooked from start to finish. Alex skillfully develops their characters, transforming their initial animosity into a nuanced and believable romance. Watching their relationship unfold is a joy, filled with laugh-out-loud moments and heartfelt scenes.
Alex Light's writing is engaging and full of charm. Her ability to create vivid characters and lively dialogue makes the book a page-turner. The story is well-paced, ensuring that there is never a dull moment. Each chapter leaves you wanting more, eager to see how Jackie and Wilson's story will unfold.
It's Not Me, It's You is a wonderfully entertaining and heartwarming novel. Alex Light has crafted a story that is as thoughtful as it is fun, with characters that resonate long after the book is closed. It's a perfect read for anyone who enjoys a clever, modern romance with a lot of heart. Highly recommended!
A special thank you to Netgalley and Harper Collins Children’s Books for gifting me an ARC copy of this Amazing book!!!!!
Jackie Myers is a fascinating loveable character who everyone will fall in love with. By day, she's an unassuming young woman, but by night, she secretly runs pleasebreakmyheart, a viral social media account dedicated to breaking hearts and ending relationships. Jackie’s dual life is both intriguing and entertaining, and Alex does a fantastic job of making her both relatable and unique. Her journey through the moral complexities of her actions provides a compelling backbone to the story.
Enter Wilson, the seemingly perfect assistant manager who is Jackie’s sworn enemy. He’s organized, meticulous, and the opposite of everything Jackie stands for. When Jackie's actions inadvertently lead to the breakup of Wilson's picture-perfect relationship, she decides to help him win his ex-girlfriend back—a task that proves to be both challenging and enlightening.
The dynamic between Jackie and Wilson is electric. Their witty banter and evolving relationship keep readers hooked from start to finish. Alex skillfully develops their characters, transforming their initial animosity into a nuanced and believable romance. Watching their relationship unfold is a joy, filled with laugh-out-loud moments and heartfelt scenes.
Alex Light's writing is engaging and full of charm. Her ability to create vivid characters and lively dialogue makes the book a page-turner. The story is well-paced, ensuring that there is never a dull moment. Each chapter leaves you wanting more, eager to see how Jackie and Wilson's story will unfold.
It's Not Me, It's You is a wonderfully entertaining and heartwarming novel. Alex Light has crafted a story that is as thoughtful as it is fun, with characters that resonate long after the book is closed. It's a perfect read for anyone who enjoys a clever, modern romance with a lot of heart. Highly recommended!
A special thank you to Netgalley and Harper Collins Children’s Books for gifting me an ARC copy of this Amazing book!!!!!
November 5, 2024
Sorry, this one couldn’t hold my attention. DNFing.
November 7, 2024
Great character development for the fmc 🥳
Love that the mcs also used crush and like and not love 🥰 very refreshing 🫶
Love that the mcs also used crush and like and not love 🥰 very refreshing 🫶
July 7, 2025
Sehr süße enemies-to-lovers-Geschichte mit einer schlagfertigen Protagonistin und ihrem grumpy Chef (kein age gap lol)
Ich mochte es sehr, dass die Liebesgeschichte tatsächlich eher im Hintergrund stand und es vielmehr um Jackie und ihre Entwicklung ging. Anders wie in vielen anderen Jugendbüchern war hier der Love Interest nicht der Hauptfokus, sondern es ging auch viel um ihre beste Freundin und vor allem um ihre Schwestern, was ich echt gut fand.
Kleiner Kritikpunkt: Viele Reaktionen von Figuren auf bestimmte Dinge fand ich übertrieben dramatisch und manchmal etwas unverhältnismäßig.
Ich mochte es sehr, dass die Liebesgeschichte tatsächlich eher im Hintergrund stand und es vielmehr um Jackie und ihre Entwicklung ging. Anders wie in vielen anderen Jugendbüchern war hier der Love Interest nicht der Hauptfokus, sondern es ging auch viel um ihre beste Freundin und vor allem um ihre Schwestern, was ich echt gut fand.
Kleiner Kritikpunkt: Viele Reaktionen von Figuren auf bestimmte Dinge fand ich übertrieben dramatisch und manchmal etwas unverhältnismäßig.
November 3, 2024
Alex Light is a YA author that I will pick up EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. Not only does she write banter well, but she has a way of tackling the adolescent experience from a very relatable and realistic angle.
What I liked about the book:
1. The banter between enemies Jackie and Wilson was fantastic! Not only was their backstory perfect for why they didn’t care for one another, but they both were so stubborn and sarcastic that watching them talk was like the best ping pong match.
2. I loved how this book had the larger theme running throughout it of finding yourself and what you want to do with your life in your late teens. Jackie starts out having no drive or motivation to move in any one area for her life, and she’s a bit worried about it. Throughout the story, she finds that she really likes helping people in different ways, and that allows her to come into her own and decide on her future.
3. Despite having very similar names, Jackie and her sisters Jillian and Julie were all so different that you could easily tell who was talking at any given time. This also went for Jackie’s best friend Suzy and her nemesis Wilson. Everyone had such a unique voice that this really felt like hanging out with a bunch of friends in your final year of high school / first year of college.
4. It was just plain fun! I love YA romance books for this very reason. Everything seems possible, the mistakes are easily remedied, and the people are the focal point.
What I wasn’t a fan of:
1. Despite Kenzie being super cool, I just did not like the whole thing of him trying to win her back for far too long in the book. I also didn’t like the way the epiphany came about because it just seemed odd. I won’t spoil it, but it wasn’t my favorite way to see the attention turn from one relationship to another.
2. I definitely felt there were times that Jackie’s older sisters acted younger than her. They were supposed to be these women with careers, one even getting married soon, and they just came across as very juvenile at times. I get that they’re probably not much older than Jackie who just graduated high school, but I was still expecting a bit more maturity from them than arguing over shirts, adopting cats who they just dropped on their family to deal with, and shutting down and running away because of a lie that they told coming back on them.
Thank you to NetGalley, Harper Collins, and Alex Light for the opportunity to read this book. The thoughts and opinions expressed above are honest and my own.
What I liked about the book:
1. The banter between enemies Jackie and Wilson was fantastic! Not only was their backstory perfect for why they didn’t care for one another, but they both were so stubborn and sarcastic that watching them talk was like the best ping pong match.
2. I loved how this book had the larger theme running throughout it of finding yourself and what you want to do with your life in your late teens. Jackie starts out having no drive or motivation to move in any one area for her life, and she’s a bit worried about it. Throughout the story, she finds that she really likes helping people in different ways, and that allows her to come into her own and decide on her future.
3. Despite having very similar names, Jackie and her sisters Jillian and Julie were all so different that you could easily tell who was talking at any given time. This also went for Jackie’s best friend Suzy and her nemesis Wilson. Everyone had such a unique voice that this really felt like hanging out with a bunch of friends in your final year of high school / first year of college.
4. It was just plain fun! I love YA romance books for this very reason. Everything seems possible, the mistakes are easily remedied, and the people are the focal point.
What I wasn’t a fan of:
1. Despite Kenzie being super cool, I just did not like the whole thing of him trying to win her back for far too long in the book. I also didn’t like the way the epiphany came about because it just seemed odd. I won’t spoil it, but it wasn’t my favorite way to see the attention turn from one relationship to another.
2. I definitely felt there were times that Jackie’s older sisters acted younger than her. They were supposed to be these women with careers, one even getting married soon, and they just came across as very juvenile at times. I get that they’re probably not much older than Jackie who just graduated high school, but I was still expecting a bit more maturity from them than arguing over shirts, adopting cats who they just dropped on their family to deal with, and shutting down and running away because of a lie that they told coming back on them.
Thank you to NetGalley, Harper Collins, and Alex Light for the opportunity to read this book. The thoughts and opinions expressed above are honest and my own.
July 7, 2025
This was okay.
I enjoyed the banter and developed friendship between Wilson & Jackie, but was fairly disappointed with Jackie's behaviour overall.
Jackie made shady decision after shady decision even when the correct answers were (quite literally) handed to her.
She basically stabs everyone she knows in the back and doesn't understand why her whole life fell apart as a result.
Seriously???
Anywho, this was decent, but not likely to reread it.
Thanks to NetGalley & HarperCollins Children's Books for by ebook.
I enjoyed the banter and developed friendship between Wilson & Jackie, but was fairly disappointed with Jackie's behaviour overall.
Jackie made shady decision after shady decision even when the correct answers were (quite literally) handed to her.
She basically stabs everyone she knows in the back and doesn't understand why her whole life fell apart as a result.
Seriously???
Anywho, this was decent, but not likely to reread it.
Thanks to NetGalley & HarperCollins Children's Books for by ebook.
August 21, 2024
Finally. I finished it. I guess it was okay for a light romance between two co workers. I was hoping for more of a romance story. There wasn’t much of one at all until much later in the book. But I got more of a sister’s relationship story. Which was just okay. If you enjoyed her other books you will enjoy this one. Overall, it a an okay family bonding story. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for my ARC in exchange for my review.
November 8, 2024
Me duele pero esto es PÉSIMO. La parte romántica ni siquiera queda en segundo plano, porque NO EXISTE. Hay más escenas con las hermanas de la protagonista que con el interés amoroso, que decepción ¿a quién le importa tu hermana? ME VALE!!! Yo venía aquí esperando sentir amor, no aburrimiento.
January 21, 2025
Ok I actually rated this based on sheer enjoyment because I had fun reading it??? Idk I haven’t read an actual light YA romance in a while and it was really nice!
Thinking back on it there were some things I didn’t like (some stuff with the conflicts that I just didn’t like)
Like when the sister was like “I CANT BELIEVE YOU ACTUALLY BELIEVED ME WHEN I TOLD YOU MY SO CHEATED ON ME, YOU’RE SUCH AWFUL PEOPLE FOR HATING HER” like HELLO??? Of course they’re going to believe what their SISTER told them over a near stranger!!!
It was still fun though
Thinking back on it there were some things I didn’t like (some stuff with the conflicts that I just didn’t like)
Like when the sister was like “I CANT BELIEVE YOU ACTUALLY BELIEVED ME WHEN I TOLD YOU MY SO CHEATED ON ME, YOU’RE SUCH AWFUL PEOPLE FOR HATING HER” like HELLO??? Of course they’re going to believe what their SISTER told them over a near stranger!!!
It was still fun though
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 1, 2024
It’s Not Me It’s You is a witty, banter filled romance that will have you smiling and laughing all the way
Tropes: enemies to lovers⚡️opposites attract🧲 office romance ✏️hate to love you😤
Features: easy to read writing, multidimensional characters, coming of age plot, relatable fmc, LOTS of sarcasm, HEA ending
This book is a feel good romance about Jackie, the goofy, rebellious “froggy” mascot at Monty’s, and Wilson the new ownership at Monty’s who seems very uptight and serious but does have a soft side
Jackie begins a blog giving relationship advice she has learned from her two older sisters to help strangers on the internet but everything spirals out of control when she ends up with fame overnight. Will she find a way to navigate this or will her secret be found out?
Between having a second job with her sister Jillian, trying to help Wilson get his ex girlfriend back, and her best friend Suzy about to leave for college Jackie has to “leap” into action before it’s too late 🐸
Tropes: enemies to lovers⚡️opposites attract🧲 office romance ✏️hate to love you😤
Features: easy to read writing, multidimensional characters, coming of age plot, relatable fmc, LOTS of sarcasm, HEA ending
This book is a feel good romance about Jackie, the goofy, rebellious “froggy” mascot at Monty’s, and Wilson the new ownership at Monty’s who seems very uptight and serious but does have a soft side
Jackie begins a blog giving relationship advice she has learned from her two older sisters to help strangers on the internet but everything spirals out of control when she ends up with fame overnight. Will she find a way to navigate this or will her secret be found out?
Between having a second job with her sister Jillian, trying to help Wilson get his ex girlfriend back, and her best friend Suzy about to leave for college Jackie has to “leap” into action before it’s too late 🐸
November 3, 2024
I'm not gonna say this was the worst book I've ever read, cause it's not but it wasn't one of the best books I've ever read either. It was okay. Not very memorable and maybe it's because I read a similar plot for this book, but with characters that were older. It was okay.
I got an e-arc of this book on NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I got an e-arc of this book on NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
January 5, 2025
While some of the character decisions aggravated me to no end, I did, for better or worse, greatly enjoy this book. I’m also deeply embarrassed that I missed 100% of the (very obvious) Hozier references until I read the acknowledgments.
May 16, 2025
Cute, funny, and a couple dashes of drama made this a fun read. I liked how Jackie could joke around about things without being too over-the-top. Her banter with Wilson was super cute and as much as she called him her enemy, she was still pretty nice to him and appreciated his frog humor.
This felt a bit long in places, but I enjoyed Jackie's relationships with Wilson, Suzy, and her sisters. Another fun book from Light!
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book. All opinions are my own. Thank you to HarperCollins and NetGalley for the copy.
This felt a bit long in places, but I enjoyed Jackie's relationships with Wilson, Suzy, and her sisters. Another fun book from Light!
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book. All opinions are my own. Thank you to HarperCollins and NetGalley for the copy.
November 11, 2024
and that's how you work on and improve your writing bc lord, this was miles better than alex' debut whew i will eat up big sister dynamic every time
February 19, 2025
lets not make wackie the ship name. this was just fine tho very basic
May 13, 2025
3.5⭐️✨
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August 12, 2024Why is no one talking about the publishing date??! 2075
September 5, 2025
Top tier banter
November 22, 2024
❤️ Blurb -
Jackie Myers is a fraud. Or she might be a genius—the jury’s still out.
The thing is, she secretly runs pleasebreakmyheart, a gone-viral account aimed at breaking hearts and ending relationships…. And she just used it to break up her insufferable eternal nemesis's picture-perfect relationship.
Wilson is the buttoned-up, type A assistant manager of her nightmares—but it turns out he’s also, apparently, a really great boyfriend.
So with her conscience (and paycheck) on the line, Jackie decides there’s only one thing to do: She’s going to help Wilson win his ex-girlfriend back. Which should be easy, considering Jackie hates him…right?
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I loved this book. It was such a cute read. I loved following Jackie's journey through the book on her journey to self discovery. Even though it's a YA novel, I feel that it can be read by adults too. I hadn't read anything by the author before, but I will definitely be reading more by the author. I highly recommend it.
💝It's Not Me, It's You is released in paperback on 21st November.
💖 Thank you to Instagram Book Tours, the publisher, Harper Collins and the author, Alex Light for my copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Jackie Myers is a fraud. Or she might be a genius—the jury’s still out.
The thing is, she secretly runs pleasebreakmyheart, a gone-viral account aimed at breaking hearts and ending relationships…. And she just used it to break up her insufferable eternal nemesis's picture-perfect relationship.
Wilson is the buttoned-up, type A assistant manager of her nightmares—but it turns out he’s also, apparently, a really great boyfriend.
So with her conscience (and paycheck) on the line, Jackie decides there’s only one thing to do: She’s going to help Wilson win his ex-girlfriend back. Which should be easy, considering Jackie hates him…right?
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I loved this book. It was such a cute read. I loved following Jackie's journey through the book on her journey to self discovery. Even though it's a YA novel, I feel that it can be read by adults too. I hadn't read anything by the author before, but I will definitely be reading more by the author. I highly recommend it.
💝It's Not Me, It's You is released in paperback on 21st November.
💖 Thank you to Instagram Book Tours, the publisher, Harper Collins and the author, Alex Light for my copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
August 23, 2024
A cute love story with the realization that the person who is your arch nemesis might not be all that bad.
I loved Wilson’s nickname for Jackie, Froggy. It starts out as him making fun of her for having to wear a frog costume at their job, Monte’s Magic Castle. Froggy then turns into an endearing nickname. You can see that switch when Wilson finally starts calling Jackie by her first name and shares more personal things about himself. The more they hang out Jackie has this moment of realization that Wilson isn’t as bad as she thought he was. He actually is a good guy. Their back and forth banter really made the story come to life and it made me fall in love with these two characters.
I enjoyed all of the characters in this book. Suzy and Jackie’s friendship is so special. They would always have movie nights and they have always been neighbors. It’s sad that Suzy is moving away to go to college and Jackie is trying to find herself and see what her life is like without her. It was nice seeing Jackie’s bond with her older sisters and how much they all care for each other. A special shoutout to Julie’s cat that doesn’t have a name but Jackie decided to call him Mr. Chunks. I couldn’t stop laughing as soon as Julie brought him home and he hid under the couch.
This is definitely a book that I would read again. I can’t wait until it comes out in November and I can recommend it to my friends to read as well. Alex Light’s writing is incredible and keeps readers engaged and wanting to find out what will happen next. Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for the arc in exchange for an honest review.
I loved Wilson’s nickname for Jackie, Froggy. It starts out as him making fun of her for having to wear a frog costume at their job, Monte’s Magic Castle. Froggy then turns into an endearing nickname. You can see that switch when Wilson finally starts calling Jackie by her first name and shares more personal things about himself. The more they hang out Jackie has this moment of realization that Wilson isn’t as bad as she thought he was. He actually is a good guy. Their back and forth banter really made the story come to life and it made me fall in love with these two characters.
I enjoyed all of the characters in this book. Suzy and Jackie’s friendship is so special. They would always have movie nights and they have always been neighbors. It’s sad that Suzy is moving away to go to college and Jackie is trying to find herself and see what her life is like without her. It was nice seeing Jackie’s bond with her older sisters and how much they all care for each other. A special shoutout to Julie’s cat that doesn’t have a name but Jackie decided to call him Mr. Chunks. I couldn’t stop laughing as soon as Julie brought him home and he hid under the couch.
This is definitely a book that I would read again. I can’t wait until it comes out in November and I can recommend it to my friends to read as well. Alex Light’s writing is incredible and keeps readers engaged and wanting to find out what will happen next. Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for the arc in exchange for an honest review.
November 18, 2024
This was cute to be sure, but a couple of small details kept it from being great for me. I spent at least the first half being a bit thrown off by everyone's ages. Wilson is taking over an entire business as, what, a 19-year-old at most? That feels really extreme even if it's a family business and his uncle was sick. I also thought it was "funny" that Jackie was worried she would never see Susie again after she went to college. It's a narrow worldview you'd expect from someone who is younger than Jackie. I also didn’t really understand why the iDiary thing was that big of a deal to Jackie’s sisters. Sure passing it off as her own experiences isn’t the best, but all the advice was general enough that it’s not like any of the strangers reading the advice would know it had happened to specific people. It just seems like conflict for conflict’s sake.
I guess overall a lot of the problems faced by these characters were either too juvenile for their age or too mature, so none of it seemed to really fit with the characters and timeline as it was actually written.
I guess overall a lot of the problems faced by these characters were either too juvenile for their age or too mature, so none of it seemed to really fit with the characters and timeline as it was actually written.
November 25, 2024
Firstly, a massive thank you to the publisher for sending me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
After reading The Upside Of Falling last year and loving it loads, I was very excited to get stuck into this!
It's Not Me, It's You is a cute and quirky YA romcom that will make you giggle with glee!
Jackie reminded me alot of myself with her sarcy comments and witty remarks and I actually think her and Wilson are absolutely adorable together!
If you enjoy the following then you definitely need this book in your life;
💗 Enemies to lovers
💗 Slow Burn
💗 Grump x Sunshine
💗 Sarcy MC
💗 Banter
After reading The Upside Of Falling last year and loving it loads, I was very excited to get stuck into this!
It's Not Me, It's You is a cute and quirky YA romcom that will make you giggle with glee!
Jackie reminded me alot of myself with her sarcy comments and witty remarks and I actually think her and Wilson are absolutely adorable together!
If you enjoy the following then you definitely need this book in your life;
💗 Enemies to lovers
💗 Slow Burn
💗 Grump x Sunshine
💗 Sarcy MC
💗 Banter
March 31, 2025
This was a cute YA rom com that was a nice escape. I felt it focused a lot on the family stuff and not enough on the romance. Though you could see their change of heart, hers more than his, it just left me wanting more - maybe more of their history? With as quickly as they got together, I needed an explanation of why - he was secretly harboring feelings for her or something. Just felt a little off that they both really didn’t like each other and then they both fell for each other in a short amount of time. Just wanted it to go a little deeper I guess.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 2, 2025
DNF @ 20%
Jackie. Is. So. Annoying.
She's so selfish. She's mad at Wilson because he caught her texting in a closet at work while she was supposed to be waitressing multiple tables, totally neglecting customers, all because she couldn't put her phone away for her work shift. She just had to respond to the multiple notifications about her sister getting engaged!! And of course she couldn't just send a quick congratulations text and then deal with it after work! No!!! She had to sit in that closet and get sucked into her phone while other coworkers had to deal with her totally disappearing on her tables.
So Wilson was understandably pissed. And then Jackie gets demoted to wearing the frog costume, which is a constant fucking deal during the book. But Jackie blames Wilson for everything and doesn't take any accountability for anything ever!!!!
That's my main problem: Jackie can't take any accountability.
The title of the book is actually a perfect way to sum up Jackie: everything is someone else's fault.
Neither of her sisters will let her borrow their cars for a road trip Jackie wants to go on. Want to know why they won't let her? Because Jackie nearly backed into a pedestrian. But whenever it's brought up, Jackie denies any accountability. She blames the pedestrian for being behind her (she was literally on the sidewalk). She says it's not a big deal and doesn't understand why no one trusts her with their car.
And then there's the stupid, selfish social media thing Jackie has going. It is said again and again that Jackie is glued to her phone. It is her emotional support device at this point.
Jackie is getting all her "advice" from her sisters. They're the ones who went through all the breakups and toxic relationships and now have great advice for other people.
The first time someone asks Jackie for breakup advice, Jackie goes straight to her sister, who then says she's not comfortable with her personal business being public. She says it plain as day.
Jackie lies and says the advice is for one of her friends and no one else would know. So a complete lie. Jackie posts her sister's advice on social media, with zero guilt, because Jackie used "her own words" and her own memories to summarize the breakup advice. Because somehow that makes it better?!?!?!?
And Jackie isn't stopping after that one post, because now she has twenty more people on the internet asking for advice. Which she keeps giving. Advice she only has because of her sisters.
There's not one redeemable feature in Jackie.
Jackie. Is. So. Annoying.
She's so selfish. She's mad at Wilson because he caught her texting in a closet at work while she was supposed to be waitressing multiple tables, totally neglecting customers, all because she couldn't put her phone away for her work shift. She just had to respond to the multiple notifications about her sister getting engaged!! And of course she couldn't just send a quick congratulations text and then deal with it after work! No!!! She had to sit in that closet and get sucked into her phone while other coworkers had to deal with her totally disappearing on her tables.
So Wilson was understandably pissed. And then Jackie gets demoted to wearing the frog costume, which is a constant fucking deal during the book. But Jackie blames Wilson for everything and doesn't take any accountability for anything ever!!!!
That's my main problem: Jackie can't take any accountability.
The title of the book is actually a perfect way to sum up Jackie: everything is someone else's fault.
Neither of her sisters will let her borrow their cars for a road trip Jackie wants to go on. Want to know why they won't let her? Because Jackie nearly backed into a pedestrian. But whenever it's brought up, Jackie denies any accountability. She blames the pedestrian for being behind her (she was literally on the sidewalk). She says it's not a big deal and doesn't understand why no one trusts her with their car.
And then there's the stupid, selfish social media thing Jackie has going. It is said again and again that Jackie is glued to her phone. It is her emotional support device at this point.
Jackie is getting all her "advice" from her sisters. They're the ones who went through all the breakups and toxic relationships and now have great advice for other people.
The first time someone asks Jackie for breakup advice, Jackie goes straight to her sister, who then says she's not comfortable with her personal business being public. She says it plain as day.
Jackie lies and says the advice is for one of her friends and no one else would know. So a complete lie. Jackie posts her sister's advice on social media, with zero guilt, because Jackie used "her own words" and her own memories to summarize the breakup advice. Because somehow that makes it better?!?!?!?
And Jackie isn't stopping after that one post, because now she has twenty more people on the internet asking for advice. Which she keeps giving. Advice she only has because of her sisters.
There's not one redeemable feature in Jackie.
May 27, 2025
˗ˏˋ꒰🐸꒱ 5 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘀
︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵‿︵
This is one of the only five stars I have given a book this year; and it deserves it! I love stories that actually reflect real life. Jackie had to deal with more than one problem, and they weren't tiny subplots either. Like real life, we go through many problems at once and not one at a time, like some books depict. These problems and finding solutions for them help us grow as people and make us better, like Jackie for example.
˗ˏˋ𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗲
One of the reasons I like her so much is that she acted like a normal teenager. I've noticed that authors don't write them realistically, and I think it's because they don't know how teenagers act today, or they think they do. Jackie was hilarious, very sarcastic, and loves her best friend and her family. I could relate to her struggles, and I understood why she made certain choices. I really liked her dynamic with her sisters. It's really nice to see siblings that are actually close.
˗ˏˋ𝗪𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻
Oh, my goodness. Wilson was one of the best love interests I have ever read about! He is a really good boyfriend, so thoughtful, and is a great listener. He has had a rough life, and I'm surprised to see how well he handled everything. Even if there weren't povs of him, I still feel like I know him in the way I would have if we had gotten his point of view.
All the characters in general were wonderful. They all had different personalities and all served a purpose. You could see that they all had lives of their own and you know how much I like realism in books.
I loved the dynamic between Jackie and her older twin sisters Julia and Jillian. It's nice to see siblings that are close because they do exist. I also loved the banter between Jackie and Wilson when they were enemies. And yes, I do actually consider them enemies, and it's explained in the story.
All in all, I loved this book and I would LOVE to see little oneshots or short stories of their lives from the future. Alex Light, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do it!!!
˗ˏˋ꒰💌꒱happy reading !!! ⊰
︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵‿︵
︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵‿︵
This is one of the only five stars I have given a book this year; and it deserves it! I love stories that actually reflect real life. Jackie had to deal with more than one problem, and they weren't tiny subplots either. Like real life, we go through many problems at once and not one at a time, like some books depict. These problems and finding solutions for them help us grow as people and make us better, like Jackie for example.
˗ˏˋ𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗲
One of the reasons I like her so much is that she acted like a normal teenager. I've noticed that authors don't write them realistically, and I think it's because they don't know how teenagers act today, or they think they do. Jackie was hilarious, very sarcastic, and loves her best friend and her family. I could relate to her struggles, and I understood why she made certain choices. I really liked her dynamic with her sisters. It's really nice to see siblings that are actually close.
˗ˏˋ𝗪𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻
Oh, my goodness. Wilson was one of the best love interests I have ever read about! He is a really good boyfriend, so thoughtful, and is a great listener. He has had a rough life, and I'm surprised to see how well he handled everything. Even if there weren't povs of him, I still feel like I know him in the way I would have if we had gotten his point of view.
All the characters in general were wonderful. They all had different personalities and all served a purpose. You could see that they all had lives of their own and you know how much I like realism in books.
I loved the dynamic between Jackie and her older twin sisters Julia and Jillian. It's nice to see siblings that are close because they do exist. I also loved the banter between Jackie and Wilson when they were enemies. And yes, I do actually consider them enemies, and it's explained in the story.
All in all, I loved this book and I would LOVE to see little oneshots or short stories of their lives from the future. Alex Light, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do it!!!
˗ˏˋ꒰💌꒱happy reading !!! ⊰
︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵‿︵
September 6, 2024
I really enjoyed The Upside of Falling when I read it quite a while ago now, so I was really excited to read another YA contemporary romance by this author.
This book follows Jackie, who has just graduated from high school and is at a crossroads. She didn’t apply to college and doesn’t really know what she wants to do with her life. After inadvertently giving love advice about how to break up with someone on her small blog that turns out to be helpful and impactful, she decides to start helping people break up, using her older sisters’ dating lives as the relationship model since she doesn’t have much dating experience.
This story was an excellent blend of funny and also poignant. The author really captured Jackie’s lost feeling after high school. Her friends are moving on and she doesn’t even know if she wants to go to college at all, let alone what to study. Her feelings were realistic and natural, which made her easy to relate to.
I also really liked her relationship with her sisters. They were always there for each other, and Jackie’s love of them really came through.
The book had quite a few humorous moments, mostly due to Jackie’s sarcastic sense of humor, which clashed with her boss Wilson.
I LOVED Wilson. He was very straitlaced and serious, and I liked seeing Jackie bring him out of his shell a little bit.
The romance was super cute and full of tension and chemistry. I loved them together and honestly could have used MORE of them!
This was such a fun contemporary! I’d definitely recommend it.
This book follows Jackie, who has just graduated from high school and is at a crossroads. She didn’t apply to college and doesn’t really know what she wants to do with her life. After inadvertently giving love advice about how to break up with someone on her small blog that turns out to be helpful and impactful, she decides to start helping people break up, using her older sisters’ dating lives as the relationship model since she doesn’t have much dating experience.
This story was an excellent blend of funny and also poignant. The author really captured Jackie’s lost feeling after high school. Her friends are moving on and she doesn’t even know if she wants to go to college at all, let alone what to study. Her feelings were realistic and natural, which made her easy to relate to.
I also really liked her relationship with her sisters. They were always there for each other, and Jackie’s love of them really came through.
The book had quite a few humorous moments, mostly due to Jackie’s sarcastic sense of humor, which clashed with her boss Wilson.
I LOVED Wilson. He was very straitlaced and serious, and I liked seeing Jackie bring him out of his shell a little bit.
The romance was super cute and full of tension and chemistry. I loved them together and honestly could have used MORE of them!
This was such a fun contemporary! I’d definitely recommend it.
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