Annie Knows Everything

by Rachel Wood

Annie always thinks she knows what’s best for everyone, but when her life goes sideways, she realizes that she doesn’t even know the inner workings of her own heart.

After getting fired from her dream job at a tech company in New York City on the same day as she learns that her sister is engaged to the Worst Man Alive…again…Annie refuses to let this bad day get worse. When she sees an open position on her company's data strategy team, she’s determined to get it. So what if she’s never coded; how hard can it be?

Connor, the interim department head, is unconvinced. But Annie capitalizes on her insider knowledge that Connor’s team of jolly nerds lacks a socially capable person and makes it her mission to convince him that she’s the perfect fit. She’ll just have to ignore the fact that he’s an unfortunate combination of exceedingly aggravating and distractingly hot. If that wasn’t tricky enough, Annie also has to attend her sister’s second engagement party, an engagement Annie ruined the first time, and her sister has not forgotten.

So Annie must try to succeed in a job she has no business doing, navigate the budding tension with her new boss, and save her sister before she makes the worst decision a person can make. Annie’s not worried though. If there’s one thing she knows how to do, it’s getting involved in the lives of others. But what if, this time, her efforts to help destroy everything she treasures most?

“This is the tech-world romance I didn’t know I was craving. Crisply written, smart, and full of unique, quirky characters, this is a truly joyful and healing love story. Five big stars from me.”—Annabel Monaghan, New York Times bestselling author of Nora Goes Off Script

“Annie Knows Everything has it all—wit, humor, workplace flirtation, and a band of dynamic characters easy to love. Rachel Wood has gifted us a perfect escape into a New York City romcom peppered with a sassy best friend, tricky family dynamics, and entertaining side glances into the tech industry. Did I mention the goth roommate and complicated big sister? Statistically, it’s impossible not to devour this book.”—Beck Dorey-Stein, New York Times bestselling author of Spectacular Things


“This was such a delightful read! It’s a smart, funny, and heartwarming tech-world romance, with some of the best banter I’ve seen. I fell in love with the quirky cast of characters . . . and the chemistry was sizzling! Rachel Wood is a new favorite.”—Natalie Sue, bestselling author of I Hope This Finds You Well

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Adult

368 pages, Paperback

Expected publication April 21, 2026

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Reviews

[Annie K · Rating 5 out of 5]

After being laid off, Annie somehow finagles her way into a new role at her company — one she’s completely unqualified for. She joins the data strategy team, full of technical experts whose skills she definitely doesn’t share. But what she does bring to the table is tenacity, confidence, and a strong ability to say no.

As she settles into her new role, Annie finds herself clashing — and sparking — with her boss, Connor. Their chemistry is undeniable, but with strict rules against dating your boss, things get complicated fast. Annie’s know-it-all attitude lands her in hot water more than once — with Connor, her sister, and her job. Can she admit that maybe, just maybe, she doesn’t actually know it all?

This was such a fun read! As a recovering know-it-all myself, watching Annie’s story unfold felt like watching an old version of me. And honestly, as an Annie, it felt like a must-read. It’s definitely a workplace-forward romance — and while I don’t always love office romances, her interactions with the nerdy data team were so endearing. And gah, Connor! Total dream boyfriend — boy genius, successful start-up founder, and handsome. Plus, he’s completely smitten with Annie. Swoon.

Tropes:
💼 Workplace romance
🧠 The geek & the popular girl
🚫 Forbidden romance

Thank you to NetGalley and Dial Press for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Jenny · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am having trouble scoring this book. On one hand, I can tell this author can write — the pacing is solid, the dialogue flows, and the overall story is well put together. But honestly? I just didn’t enjoy it. The main character drove me up the wall, and it made it really hard to root for the romance or care how things turned out. Truthfully, as a data and analytics professional, Annie just made me super mad. I can’t tell if the author was going for that or not. I struggled with all the female characters, especially her sister too. Connor and the data guys were ok. So, I’m going to split the difference at a 3. Also, definite open door scenes that are a bit longer.

Thank you, Random House | Dial Press Trade Paperback, for providing this book for review consideration through NetGalley. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

[Helen Wu ✨ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wait…is office romance officially my new favorite thing? Because this book had me smiling like an idiot the entire time. The humor, the banter, the swoony little moments—I was all in. It actually reminded me a bit of Moderation, but this one felt lighter, funnier, and honestly kind of addictive.

And maybe it’s because I convinced my company to adopt Monday.com (yes, I’m that nerd), but every time they talked about dashboards and reports, I could totally picture the office. It felt so real, like I was right there watching it all unfold between coffee runs and project updates.

Also, I have to say—Annie is ridiculous in the best way. The kind of chaotic that makes you roll your eyes and laugh out loud at the same time. But she’s also wildly creative and full of heart, which made me love her even more.

The friendships were sweet, the roommate cracked me up, and I adored the whole Canadian family vibe. But Connor and Annie’s chemistry? Chef’s kiss. My heart was racing for about 40% of the book and I was giggling through the other 60%. If you love witty, feel-good, office romances that make you want to text your work crush immediately after finishing—this one’s for you.

Now I just need an audiobook version because I already want to re-live it all over again.

Thank you NetGalley and Random House for the ARC!

[Blair Callow · Rating 4 out of 5]

Office romance that had me smiling while reading. Big fan of the banter between characters and the story flowed really nicely. The story in itself reminded me of the movie Set It Up and the Proposal. Loved the dynamic of Annie with her coworkers and seeing her interacting with her family in Canada
Thank you to the author and NetGalley for the eARC

[Tori · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am always up for a workplace romance — the banter, the tension, the alliances. I loved Annie’s integration into the data strategy team and her protectiveness over her coworkers. Everyone in this story was nerdy and endearing!

Not only does Annie Knows Everything explore workplace relationships, but also sibling and friendship dynamics. Annie’s strife with Shannon was both frustrating and heartwarming. We always want more for our loved ones, but who are we to determine what that more looks like for them? I loved this realistic portrayal of sisterhood.

Overall, this was a super cute romcom! I loved Annie and Connor’s relationship, the creativeness of DinoCode, and the well-developed cast of characters. This story was not unlike Jane Austen’s Emma with its know-it-all protagonist and matchmaking subplots. Highly recommend for anything looking for an uplifting and fun read!

Thank you to Netgalley, Dial Press Trade Paperback, and Random House for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

[Danielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75 ⭐️

This was a light hearted, fun, genuinely cute workplace romance. The story follows Annie who has just been laid off at her job but is able to fill a role in the data strategy team despite not knowing how to write code. Annie is smart, funny, and a little type A, and her new boss Connor comes in and throws her off in the best way. I really enjoyed their dynamic. The banter was cute without being over the top and their chemistry was easy to root for. And the side characters were also so likable. Overall really sweet, feel good vibes that will make you smile.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House | Dial Press Trade Paperback for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Kimberly Bleacher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Devoured this book!

Tropes:
Enemies to Friends to Lovers
Opposites Attract
Office Romance
Family Drama
Risky Romance
Cinnamon Roll Boyfriend

I love a book that hits the ground running and this one did not disappoint. There was chaos from the first chapter and I LOVED IT!

These lead characters were so fun and flirty! The author made you feel like you were sitting in the cubicle next to all the action. And let’s be honest, if you work in corporate, a lot of this stuff is spot on. I loved the inside jokes and the banter between all the characters. It kept me giggling the entire time.

Annie is pretty confident and thinks she KNOWS EVERYTHING. But under that blunt exterior is a girl that really cares and wants the best for everyone.

Honestly my only complaint is I wish there was more to read! I could’ve stayed in this story for the foreseeable future ❤️

Thank you NetGalley, Dial Press and Random House for the ARC!

[T · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun office romcom alert!! After being made redundant, Annie manages to deviously manoeuvre herself into a job in the same company’s data strategy department, one which she is wholly unqualified for (#womeninmalefields).

This was a lovely read, Connor and Annie’s workplace banter had me smiling and I loved the wholesome dynamics of the data team. The family drama added a great backdrop for character growth and improved maturity. I devoured this and didn't want it to end!

Thanks to Zaffre/Bonnier Books and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!

[Kieran Lee-Hamilton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Flew through this in a few days and loved it. Such an easily addictive read with such a strong voice that rings all the way through. My favourite part of this novel was the how clearly the character (and author’s) voice jumps off the page; sharp, dry, witty and endlessly readable. Amazing debut!

[Tabs · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25🌟 So I REALLY enjoyed this one. Connor Reid (our MMC) is one for the history books - a charismatic dork who can flirt AND code at the same time?! Brilliantly paced and written, there's a sumptuous blend of (deserving) angst and laugh-out-loud humour. And there's a whole cast of side characters that are well-rounded and add more fun relationship dynamics to the mix.

When Annie (our FMC) is made redundant during a surprise series of layoffs, she manages to wrangle her way into a job she is absolutely, unequivocally NOT qualified to do. The undeniable perks of having a best friend who works in HR (except when she's the one firing you, then it kinda sucks, actually). But Annie's new boss isn't an idiot (he is actually very hot and charming and appears to have dimples?) and is very quickly on to her. Fortunately, Annie is a grafter - if anyone is capable of charming the pants off her new, geeky, all-male team of computer science bros, it's her. But faking it till she makes it in Data Strat isn't Annie's only concern... Her sister, who she hasn't spoken to in two years, is engaged (again) to the worst person on earth (again), and she's not about to let that slide without a fight.

This feels like a mature read without ever becoming preachy. There's a lot about staying in one's lane and how you can start to compromise on the things that matter when energy levels are low and you've fallen into a funk. Annie is a fantastic protagonist, because while some of her decisions are destructive, you absolutely understand how and why she makes them. She's very much her own creature, with lines that she will not cross, and you can't help but root for her at every turn.

I'll absolutely be picking up a hard copy when this comes out in May!

𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘉𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘦𝘳 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴 𝘜𝘒, 𝘡𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘎𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘈𝘙𝘊.

[Beth England · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

What a fun and heartwarming read! I was lucky enough to attend a publisher event for this book, which will be released in May this year and I immediately picked it up to read after receiving my proof - and I’m so glad I did!

The book follows Annie, who is made redundant and moves into the Data Strategy team where she meets our lovely MMC Connor. Connor is everything you want in an MMC. He’s kind, considerate, goofy and just a big ol’ green flag. Annie is loving and loyal. She makes some mistakes, like anyone, but learns and grows. The couple themselves were brilliant. I loved the humour (genuinely laughed out loud at some moments) and their chemistry was beautiful.

I devoured this book, loving every moment from start to finish. I was excited at times, infuriated at other times, and of course happy and content. Hiiiighly recommended, what a great rom-com!

[Joyce · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow, I loved this book way more than I care to admit. It's a hilarious rom-com filled with witty banter, some pretty good spice, and well-rounded characters. I found myself laughing out loud or grinning throughout the book because it was just so funny and the dialogue was hilarious. When Annie manages to get herself "unfired," she meets Connor in her new department and these two characters could not have had more chemistry. It was not an insta-love, but rather, more gradual, which is the best.

The secondary characters in this book were also just amazing. Often times, writers will cast off their secondary characters until they need them and will not spend the time fleshing them out, giving them personalities, etc. I like to think that a good secondary character is written if a reader is able to walk into a coffee shop and know what they want to order. I could do that for all of these characters!!

The writing, like I mentioned above, is great. It was easy to follow with the best dialogue between characters. The rapport between them feels so natural and doesn't feel robotic.

Yes, there were certain parks in the book where I raised an eyebrow and thought, "Could this actually happen in the real world?" And likely, no, but the book was just too good, I didn't even care!

As I was approaching the end of this book, I got so sad because I just wanted more!! It's all tied off at the end, but gosh, would I love a sequel!

Spice rating: 3/5 - The spice in this book is good and well timed. It's not all over the place. There's a scene and a half with open door spice.

I highly recommend reading this!! Also, opinions are my own. Thank you to NetGalley for sending me an ARC.

[Sonja · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was so much fun! The humour was on point, loved the sarcasm, and the whole book felt more like general fiction than the usual run of the mill romance. There was none of the awful romance tropes that feel unoriginal, all the characters were flawed (especially the FMC, so high handed 😕) and they all needed to be taught a lesson about miscommunication. Some heat, nothing crazy, charming side characters, and a bonus duel. And Canada🇨🇦😊

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this novel.

[BW · Rating 5 out of 5]

First off I would like to thank Random house and Rachel Wood for sending a ARC to the bookstore I work at!

I LOVED THIS. There’s not many romances that I actually can give 5 stars because well…they’re all so unrealistic. Even the ones that are meant to be realistic, always have men that are so unrealistic. Conner was a realistic man, that I felt like someone could meet in everyday life. That’s what made this book so enjoyable!
The love between them blossomed in a very realistic way aswell. It all felt natural. It wasn’t like they randomly met each other and then BAM! WE’RE IN LOVE!

Thank you, and I can’t wait to see this on the shelves

[Lily · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.73 !
I never tire of enemies to lovers albeit 'enemies' was short lived
can't decide on how I feel about the ending with the sis but I think that's kind of the point??
Oh and why did no one ever apologise to her like ???? I'd be pissed too if i had planned an entire weekend with my sister and she turned up with her partner without warning and messed it up

[Eden Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐

This book was so fun! A definite must read for romcom lovers. The pacing was great, the plot was easy to follow and the characters (both main and side) were enjoyable and extremely likeable too ❤️

I loved the dynamic between Annie and Connor, their messages in particular really had me laughing!!

If Rachel releases more books in the Taskio world I would 100% be rushing to read them ❤️

[Tessa King · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this! How I looked the entire time reading it:🥹🥹

[Aubrey Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

i am in love with rachel wood. i cannot believe how enamored i am with this book. the characters are perfect, their development is even better. the story line is fucking *chefs kiss*. if youre a fan of ali hazelwood, julie soto, or emily henry, this book is one to read. i will absolutely gush about this book to anyone who will listen. i am beyond honored to have read the ARC.

[Kayne Spooner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, I had fun with this! It’s full of workplace humor with lots of witty banter, wonderful characters and a sweet romance. It’s one of the best books I’ve read this year.

Annie arrives at work to find that her job has been eliminated but there’s an opening on the data strategy team. The only problem is, she can’t write code, but she’s willing to try anything. I loved all of the characters, including the guys on her tech team (especially her sweet boss, Connor), her sister and Samantha (her best friend and snarky roommate). They all bring fun to the story. Annie is a fixer with great ideas and passion but sometimes she gets herself into trouble when she thinks she knows what’s best and things implode.

When she goes home for a weekend to help with her sister’s engagement party, we suspect that Annie did something in the past, at her sister’s last engagement party and we wonder what happened. We find out more as the story unfolds along with her adventures at work and her sweet romance. I loved it! I haven’t read this author before and this reminded me of books by Annabel Monaghan, Jessica Joyce and Katherine Center. This kept me smiling and I look forward to more books by this author. Thank you to the author, Random House and NetGalley for the ARC. It comes out 04/21

[Bb · Rating 5 out of 5]

​​First-person single POV done right.

No time is wasted, and we meet Annie just as she discover she's a victim of lay-offs after a recent merger. Instead of getting drunk at the nearest pub with her fallen comrades, Annie convinces HR (who just happens to be her "work wife") to submit her as a candidate for an open position in Strategic Development. Despite having none of the required experience or skills, Annie sets to work convincing Connor, acting head of the department and whom she (hilariously) describes as “a kid who ate a magic bean and got turned into a grownup.”

Spoiler alert: Annie gets the job and her opinion of Connor evolves.

Annie's chutzpah and impulsivity drives the story and leads to some wild decisions. Sure, some of her choices had me reading like 🫣. But her narrative rationalizes every action and reaction so seamlessly that she kept me in her corner the entire time (well, most of the time. I wouldn't have trusted Andy with holding my coffee while I tied my shoe).

Connor is your next book boyfriend. Humbly confident. Quietly capable. Pragmatically passionate. Boyishly handsome. And tall. As someone who finds Annie deeply (and embarrassingly) relatable, I can attest that someone like Connor is her ideal match (and good luck to you, good sir).

Annie and Connor's chemistry is palpable from the jump. And her gradual attraction to Connor feels natural and realistic. Because--and this may be controversial-- a shared sense of humor is way more important than instant physical attraction (and lowish burn is way more fun to read about than insta-lust). And because we don't get Connor's POV, the reader gets to delight in examining their every interaction while our semi-unreliable narrator picks the petal off her daisy. I thought the romance was well-paced and appreciated that there wasn’t a ton of “but we work together” angst.

There is also a B story that features one of the most nuanced antagonists I've ever encountered. Again, it's due to the excellent POV work that I started off hating Annie's sister and ended up fully empathizing with her by the end.

There is also a charming cast of supporting characters, including a goth gallerina roommate and a trio of stratdev nerds. Shout-out to the author for having Annie come up with nicknames to help her (and, thus, the reader) remember who's who.

One teeny-tiny nitpick: as a fellow Canadian working in the US, I was surprised Annie's work visa was never identified as an issue. I'd imagine it would have been a major reason for her desperation to get a new job as quickly as possible. And there was one point where she definitely shouldn't have left the States.

Also, the corporate politics stuff in the third act sort of blew over my head. But I was ripping through this, so that may be a Me Problem.

All in all, I found this engaging, well-written, and genuinely funny where it was supposed to be. Highly recommend and can’t wait to see what the author comes out with next.

Thank you to the publishers, author, Netgalley et al for the ARC. This review was in exchange for a free copy and a free copy only.

[Dominique Franklin · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC gifted in exchange for review
When I read the blurb for this book, I knew that it was something I needed to read regardless of if I got approved for the ARC or not.
Sometimes we find books exactly when we need them and that was the case for me. Annie was a bit of a mess and in some ways it felt like looking in the mirror with only a few differences. She and her sister haven’t spoken in two years because of a man, her mother keeps trying to force her to participate in wedding activities that she’s not even sure her sister wants her to be there for, her family is standing by waiting for her to mess up for their entertainment and she technically lost her job and finangled her way into a position that she’s technically not qualified for. I know what it’s like to be on bad terms with the one person in the world you can understand you in a way that no one else can and Rachel perfectly captured that pain and how the longer it goes on, the more it bleeds into every aspect of your life. Where Annie and I differ is that she knew she wasn’t technically qualified for the position but she didn’t care, and really took charge of it like she was. She made space for her skillset in that role and in a way that was meaningful not just to her but also to her team. She frustrated me at times with how it was like pulling teeth to get her to step back and see the situation from any other perspective than her own. Connor, the sweet hot nerd was so important for her growth as a person, but also I genuinely believe that she needed him to show her that even when she messed up, she was still worthy of kindness, of love and compassion and care. Their banter made me laugh and the romance made me swoon. My favorite thing about this story was watching her grow, watching her make new meaningful connections, watching her pick herself back up time and time again and keep going even when it was hard. Annie doesn’t actually know everything but give her a shot anyway and she might just teach you a thing or two about yourself, about life and about never giving up.

[Natalie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a charming workplace rom com that had me instantly absorbed. I loved it. While normally I don't like boss/underling workplace romances, I didn't feel like they unequal given Connor was interim. I loved the sparkling banter between effervescent Annie and nerdy Connor who were so well-suited for each other. Annie pushed Connor out of his comfort one, while Connor helped Annie to not always go guns ablazing, especially with her rocky relationship with her sister. Their Slack chat was hilarious and they had such a good rapport that worked as colleagues and as lovers.

I also appreciated that the author set a lot of scenes in the workplace showing us Annie kicking arse carving herself a niche given she was completely unsuitable for the data role as advertised. I loved that she put on the confidence of a straight white man and talked herself into a new role to complement the team. I just loved her. She was never mean, she genuinely worked hard to carve out a niche for her team. Though she was frustrating when she refused to listen, yet I understand her decisions. Speaking of the team, I loved the vibes with Ben, Martin and John who all added to what felt like a real workplace with colleagues you'd love to work with.

The only part that didn't compel me as much was Annie's family. I hated how Annie just flew to Canada upon summoning of her bullying mother. And while I thought the resolution of her sister's marriage storyline felt realistic, even if infuriating, I was surprised by it given the author lead us to believe one direction.

I really hope the cast a good narrator (like maybe Alex Finke or Kristen Sieh) who has the right vibe for Annie because I want to re-read this as an audiobook.

A feel good workplace rom com. I highly recommend it.

Thanks to Dial Press and NetGalley for the ARC.

[Ellis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Having met Rachel and her wonderful team at Rare Birds Books many times over the years, and knowing of her love for rom coms and romance books, I was expecting big things. And Annie Knows Everything definitely delivered.
It is a true rom com, with plenty of brilliant banter and comedic moments, as well as a romance I was rooting for.
Sometimes you get one without the other, but this balanced the two fantastically.
I will also always love a book with an NYC setting, and the trips back and forth to Canada worked just as well.
I really adored Connor and how their relationship blossomed naturally, with the unexpected weekend day 'date' being one of my favourite moments.
And Annie was a great lead, too.
I wasn’t sure that I would be completely on board with it being primarily set at a tech company, however, it made for a great workplace romance which allowed Annie to grow while still being her usual no nonsense self.
It felt realistic, even if I couldn’t understand why everyone hated Annie for outing Dan. Yes, she could have gone about it differently, but I was waiting on some apologies, on her behalf. The same with when Dan crashed their sister weekend.
All I can say is, I sped through this book in around 48 hours, yet I didn’t want it to end, which is always the sign of a great story.
Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Susan A · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was so heartwarming and so much fun to read!

I love a good office workplace romance and this delivered! The banter? Amazing. The chemistry between Annie and Connor? SIZZLING. There were so many parts of this book that made me laugh out loud.

I loved the dynamic between Annie the DatStrat team, they were so loveable in the glimpses we saw and how well they worked together.

Absolutely loved the way Annie got herself the job. She’s chaotic but her heart was always in the right place. Especially, when it came to the workplace and her thoughts on her sister’s relationship. Annie does not everything, but she tries her best and she learns her lessons.

The side characters - Carrie, Sam, the DatStrat team, fit in the story so well and I loved every interaction we got between them and Annie.

But Annie and Connor? PHEW. Sparks flew right away when they first met and the way they could keep up with each other banter and quips wise? Amazing. And the way the relationship grew? Obsessed!

“I think you might be the most annoying person I’ve ever met.”

Truly loved this energy and I was giggling and smiling the whole time. I had such a blast reading this and can’t wait to pick up a physical copy when it comes out so I can re-read!!!

Thank you so much to NetGalley & Random House for the eARC!

[Courtney Vickers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Annie does not, in fact, know everything. Recently laid off, she somehow talks her way into a role on a data strategy team… despite having zero coding skills and no idea what data strategy actually means. Enter her new (distractingly hot and severely overworked) manager, who gives her a literal children’s coding test, which she promptly fails. No matter. Annie is determined to absolutely smash this new job. Delusion? Maybe. Confidence? Absolutely.

For a funny, swoony, and charming workplace rom-com, Annie Knows Everything is also heartfelt, messy, and completely addictive. Annie is chaotic, stubborn, and hard-headed, which might explain why she and her sister haven’t spoken in two years. The story beautifully balances a toe-curling, grin-inducing romance with a man who can both code and flirt, alongside a deeper, emotional journey of sisterhood, healing, and reconciliation.

I genuinely loved this book. Annie is a stubborn disaster (affectionate), slightly unhinged, and impossible not to root for, and her sister is just as chaotic. Truly two peas in a pod. I also adored Connor, the nerdy, fit coding genius with a top-tier “fuck it” moment (swoon).

I can’t recommend Annie Knows Everything enough. It’s light, laugh-out-loud funny, deeply heartfelt, and the perfect feel-good rom-com that leaves you completely satisfied.

[Katniss Sainza · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating - 3.75/5(rounded up)

Conner and Annie, you totally charmed your way into my life!
This was such a fun read—there wasn’t a single dull moment in this book! The witty banter between Conner, Annie, and their group of friends had me smiling the whole time. It’s been so long since I’ve read a workplace romance, and this one felt so refreshing and enjoyable.Rachel’s writing made it feel like the whole story was unfolding right in front of me. Annie’s charming personality can pull anyone into her orbit. She’s the kind of person who’ll go to great lengths to fix everything on her own( even if it might cause problems later). She’s beautiful inside and out.And Conner? He’s a data strategist and co-founder of a startup (which, by the way, he forgets to mention to Annie). Not only is he super smart, but also incredibly handsome.

If you love workplace romance, witty banter, and a story with zero dull moments, this book is a must-read! It truly has it all—sibling drama, workplace drama, a playful “duel” between siblings, a hilarious friend group, and the perfect New York City x Canadian suburb backdrop. If that sounds like your kind of romcom, then this book is for !!

Thank you, Netgalley and publisher, for providing this E-ARC in exchange for my honest review.

[Wendy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Annie Knows Everything was such a fun read! This is the first book I have read by Rachel Wood and it won’t be my last.

Annie is sort of a mess. She loses her job and manages to get an internal transfer into a role she is totally unqualified for. She also has issues at home with her sister and her sister’s loser fiancé.

At the beginning, the book felt a bit disjointed. We started in her workplace and then once she was placed in her new role, she quickly took time off and flew to Canada to go to her sister’s engagement party. It was almost a bit jarring, however, once she returned to New York and the workplace shenanigans began, it found its footing.

I loved the dynamics between Annie and her work colleagues, friends and family and became totally invested in her story. I need a career shift to data strategy so I can meet a Connor!

The only issue I had was with Carrie and her role in HR. This is likely more a me issue, because I am a recruiter and work in HR, so how she handles balancing her work and friendships, with a lack of ethics at times, bothered me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House | Dial Press Trade Paperback for the eARC. Opinions are my own.

[Kaitlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars rounded up
 
A really fun office romance - it felt light and easy to read. I enjoyed the chemistry between Annie and Connor. Their banter was entertaining, and it was satisfying to see their relationship evolve. I thought Annie's relationship with her sister was interesting, it added some color to Annie's character (and I even don't mind that Annie didn't 100% get her way by the end of the story). Annie's coworkers on her new team were also a welcome bit of humor and warmth.
 
An unexpected detail I liked, I thought Rachel Wood did a good job writing about office life and work. In other books, sometimes not a lot of weight is put behind the main character's job (or the job is not super realistic) - in this book, the work elements feel realistic and part of the story in a way that really made the office romance come to life.
 
I'm docking a half star because of the conflict between Annie and Connor towards the end - the weight of the conflict, their initial reaction, and the subsequent resolution felt mismatched. It didn't deter me from reading and rooting for Annie and Connor.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for access to the arc. These opinions are my own.

[Stroop · Rating 5 out of 5]

A well-intentioned know-it-all discovers she has more to learn in this charming romance.

Annie lands a job she is unqualified for, though she is determined to figure it out and prove to her new skeptical boss that she is actually the perfect fit. At the same time, Annie has to figure out a way to stop her sister from making a mistake and marrying her awful fiancé. Will Annie get her way or will she figure out, not everything goes according to her plans?

This was so fun! Annie is an endearing lead and her flirting with Connor via teasing and sarcasm was a delight. It was easy to root for them to be together. A side plot about her deciding to learn how to code using a program geared toward children was entertaining, and her earnest attempts to put her new (though limited) coding skills to use were heartwarming. Overall, it's a wonderful (workplace) rom-com. I look forward to reading more from the author.

Thank you very much to Random House and NetGalley for the opportunity to read a copy.

[Sarah Wissinger · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just really enjoyed this. Annie shows up to her job one morning at an NYC tech startup to find that she's been laid off - instead of packing her bags, she weasels her way into a job transfer to another team, where she finds that her new boss, Connor, while being a nerd, is also quite good looking. We have ourselves an office romance, my friends! I found myself really sucked into this story - the references to startup office culture at a tech company felt very spot on, the pacing was excellent, and I loved seeing the relationship between Annie and Connor develop. We follow Annie while she's navigating her new role and new romance, and also attempting to repair the relationship with her sister, which is hanging on by a thread. Both stories were very compelling, and at the each of each chapter I was eager to keep reading - does Annie know everything? Most definitely not, but I loved her anyway. If you're looking for a fun romcom, I'd definitely recommend this one. Big thank you to Random House and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advanced copy!