A really enjoyable fake dating romance with a neurodiverse main character and the pilot she guides in to land.
Pippa is fed up of being asked about having a boyfriend so suggests to pilot Andrew they should start fake dating to stop the questions.
This is an own voices romance and the whole plot and characters felt very real. I loved the awkward conversations between the characters and the steamy scenes were great too.
Definitely recommend reading this one.

Love At First Flight by Jo Watson is an excellent heartwarming love story!

Pippa sees and feels the world differently. She's a special, young woman, who works as an air traffic controller and loves synonyms.
As 'City Tower' she often talks to 'Flightbird Six Zero Zero' - who's actually the pilot Andrew Boyce-Jones, but it's only work-related.
Until Pippa needs his help, and he could need her help as well. But... what happens when they mix business with pleasure? Could there be more than fake-dating?

I absolutely loooooved this kind of love story.
Pippa is on the autism spectrum and it was so interesting to get to know how she sees and feels. Yes, it's kinda different from how I see things, but that doesn't mean she's weird!
I absolutely fell for her and her whole personality. ❤️🙏
Experiencing how she opened up to someone like Andrew was wonderful.
Oh my... the whole book put me in a certain and special mood.
I can't quite describe it... but I'd say the whole mood is heartwarming and some kind of quiet and sensible and charming.
I'm not sure if my words will do it justice, but... I try to express my feelings.
I loved to get know more about Andrew and his life. How he grew up and stuff like that.
How he sees the world and... how he is when he's with Pippa. 😌🥰😍❤️
When they spend time together?! I got goosebumps everywhere and I couldn't do anything about it. Well, why should I wanna stop feeling good? 😌😌😌😌
Pippa and Andrew are two wonderful characters and I truly enjoyed and loved to experience their story.
They absolutely stole my heart. 💖

I read Jo Watson before and I'll definitely read more of her books.

Thank you so much to Jo Watson and Headline Eternal for this ARC via NetGalley.
This is my honest review in my own words.

I want to express my gratitude to NetGalley and the author for providing me with the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review. This book was a delightful and charming read that perfectly captured the essence of summer. The diverse cast of characters, particularly the main character, Pippa, added depth and authenticity to the story. Pippa's genuine nature made her a relatable and endearing protagonist, while Andrew brought a lighthearted and adorable energy to the narrative. While this romance novel may not have been my usual go-to, the slow-burn romance and the inclusion of neurodivergent representation added a unique and refreshing twist. Overall, while the book didn't fully captivate me, it still had its merits and may appeal to readers seeking a light and easy read.

This was so adorable!

Andrew and Pippa are the perfect feel good book couple. I think they were both wonderfully written and had well rounded personalities.

Pippa is delightful. She’s interesting and authentic with a bonus of being someone you can see yourself in.

Andrew was likeable from the start. I particularly loved the fact he was so accepting of Pippa without it being ‘a thing’. He just got it. He responded to what she needed and saw every part of her. It’s the kind of reaction every neurodiverse person wants but having to ask for it means you’re not getting it. He’s just the dream book boyfriend and I’m so happy he was written the way he was.

The fake dating trope is a classic and we all know how it ends. I loved the fact that its use in romcoms was mentioned and how completely oblivious Pippa was initially.

It was just wonderful, sweet and heartwarming read and I’ve already recommended it to friends.

I procrastinated reading ARCs this year. And unfortunately, this one had me picking up & putting it down on the regular. I can’t really pin-point why I personally didn’t gel with the writing or why the reading didn’t flow for me as per usually.
Could it be the single POV? The writer’s style I’m not used to? Or the time-lapses between some chapters? I’m not sure, but I came close to DNF a few times in the first half of the book. I continued reading, however, since I needed to know more about Pippa’s backstory and Andrew’s side of their landing into love.

There is a lot to love about this love story:
▶ The meet-cute was brilliantly set-up with the voice recognition of Flightbird Six Zero Zero and City Tower.
▶ Not a typical cookie-cutter romance
▶ Our FMC is on the spectrum, so Neurodivergent representation
▶ Pippa feels like a real person with a very clear opinions and specific thoughts that in certain situations were really recognizable.
▶ Andrew is sweet, understanding, patient and oh so charming. He’s the perfect book boyfriend, even without the pilot uniform.
But somehow it just didn’t click the way that I would have liked for this to be a 5 star read for me.

However, I do believe that it very well could be a 5 star read for others who enjoy reading the following tropes:
▶ Single POV
▶ Neurodivergent representation
▶ Workplace romance (ATC x Pilot)
▶ Fake Dating pact
▶ Forced Proximity (one bed)
▶ Golden Retriever MMC energy

Thank you to Headline Eternal and NetGalley for the chance to read a free advanced copy of this ebook in exchange for an honest review.

Love at First Flight is a traditional romantic comedy written by Jo, unabashedly, but it's also the narrative of an autistic woman navigating her profession, friendships, high school reunion, and, yes, love.
Jo has a lot of depth in this "fake relationship" romance since she writes with the authority of a lady who is on the spectrum herself.
In a nutshell, Pippa works as an air traffic controller and meets a pilot in a coffee shop who she recognises by voice. They decide to assist one another since they both need a date for a later event. You already know where this is headed, but along the road, there's unexpected warmth and compassion. I adored it.

Love at First Flight was a quick, easy read for me. I really liked it at the start and then it fell a bit flat for me. I get that the ASS aspect was important and god I wish we had more books with ASS representation so we'd all be more used to it, but to me it was a lot. I feel like the story needed a little setback between the two main characters. Next to that, it was very fluently written and I definitely enjoyed the story and the airport-theme.

Holy smokes I loved this book. It is jam packed with steamy hot romance. You will definitely not be able to put this book down it is incredible. Absolutely loved the characters. Will definitely read more from this author.

Work is her happy place, she’s damn good at her job directing air traffic but her private life is another story. Her high school reunion is coming up and such social events aren’t her scene especially when she has to go alone. When she bumps into Andrew the pilot she’s been talking to over the intercom for months they make a pact, a fake dating pact.

This one immediately caught my eye, the cover is so cute and the blurb sounds amazing. The fake dating trope is one of my favorites tropes by far and I’m not one to say no to a little spice. They really buried the lead in the blurb, the fmc Pippa is autistic. That may not sound like a big deal but in reality it’s one of if not the most prominent part of the story.

I love the representation, giving the reader insight into what it’s like living with autism. However it almost takes over the entire book. I think it would’ve been a more compelling read if there was a dual pov. Kind of like The bride test by Ana Huang. Andrew could’ve provided another interesting perspective and broken off the repetitive narrative.

The main characters are so good together, they build each other up and have great chemistry. The dates are super fun and I love the conversations between them at work.

It’s a sweet read with lots of representation and funny moments. It gets a bit repetitive but overall it’s a good read.

This one felt a bit flat for Jo this time. I mean it wasn't a bad book. It just didn't grip me. But if you are looking for something very light this might be for you.

Well, this was a cute romance book. Nothing that gript me, but a fun time. This one is a 3 stars read.

This was a cute fake dating workplace romance. I loved the characters and the storylines and will definitely read more from this author

Honestly, I was looking forward to this and I don't know how I missed the archive date- especially since I sort my shelf every day. Over to others for a review.

I really enjoyed this book! Wasn’t my typical romance but the slow burn was burninggg and the neurodivergent representation was amazing to see. Fake dating has to be one of my favourite tropes and this was just *chefs kiss*

This was such a lovely read, I loved the representation and the way Andrew loves Pippa exactly as she is throughout the story. I also loved that Pippa was able to live beyond what she thought her comfort zone was and find happiness with others without changing who she was at her core. The steamier scenes were great, and I enjoyed the build up of tension prior to them. I also really liked that their families were completely different but you were able to see how both MCs had been brought up loved and supported.

✔️neurodivergent fmc
✔️workplace romance
✔️fake dating
✔️only one bed
✔️he's a pilot
✔️she's an air traffic controller
✔️ Set in South Africa

This was such a fun and cute read. The vibes it gave me were perfect as a summer or beach read! It had me smiling and laughing so many times! I have always loved reading neurodivergent characters, and reading Pippa, our FMC, was such a fun experience. She was so genuine you can't help but empathise and relate to her at times. Andrew, our MMC, was so cute, lighthearted and just so perfect for Pippa. I loved how he loved and treasured Pippa the way he did.

Friends to lovers is one of my favourite tropes, and I loved reading Pippa and Andrew's story of how they went from strangers to friends to lovers; it was so wholesome and cute.

If you like romcoms, you must read this one.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

‘How’s my favorite ATC today? This is Flightbird Six Zero Zero.’‘You really shouldn’t have favorites,’ I said with a smile , even though he was my favorite pilot too.

In the beginning, the the story was light-hearted and amusing and I was loving the way Pippa spoke so candidly to the people around her. Andrew was also genuinely a very good guy and he was undoubtedly the best fit for Pippa. He understood her and always made her feel good about herself and that's what made him feel very attractive in my eyes. Pippa had autism and the way her character was sketched, she felt like a real person. I could sympathize with her and her monologues were really sad. But I was so glad that she eventually realised her feelings because Andrew really made her see herself in a different light. She was awkward, outspoken and sometimes oblivious but she was perfect the way she was. I really enjoyed reading about her quirks and watching her blurting out random facts whenever she was nervous was so funny. Apart from that, Andrew & Pippa had an insane amount of chemistry and the slow burn was really enjoyable. The writing was good, though I really liked the second half more than the first tbh. Also, the last few chapters were very cute and made me smile! Overall, this was a pretty fine book but it wasn't exceptional, in my opinion it's quite forgettable and mildly entertaining but I'm sure those who really like a quick, light-hearted and quirky read, will be pleased by reading this book. So, I'd raree it a solid 3.5 stars.

I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange of an honest review

REVIEW
cw: mentions of addiction, adoption, bullying, ableism
When both ATC Pippa Edwards and pilot Andrew Boyce-Jones need to find themselves fake-dates, they turn to each other. Despite having spoken to each other almost daily for six months, they've never having met in person.
Jo Watson NEVER misses. This book was SO adorable but also poignant and beautifully written. I truly empathised with both Pippa and Andrew at different points in the story, especially given my own family's experiences with neurodivergence.
Their dialogue felt vibrant and authentic, and I adored all of their interactions. From the reunion, vineyard, museum, and aquarium in Cape Town to their family interactions, there was always such a genuine connection between them, and I loved how Pippa flourished around Andrew. I loved Pippa's friendships with Leroy and Blessing, and I particularly appreciated how Andrew's respectful understanding of Pippa, as well as his gentle adoration, helped her to open up to new experiences. The slow burn was exquisite. Their 'pugs' were wonderfully adorable, and their chemistry felt palpable. Also? I have never been more jealous of someone getting their hair braided in my entire life! Their interactions at work were so sweet, and the inner workings of Air Traffic Control was fascinating. As for the final chapters? Wow! This book would make THE most amazing romantic movie.
A wonderful and uplifting story of love and acceptance.

Overall Rating: ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Heat Rating: 🔥🔥.5

*Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to leave an honest review*

Favourite Quotes:

‘I don’t like it when people have fingers like King Charles – sausagey. It’s very off-putting. But you have good fingers.’‘Uh . . . thanks. I don’t think anyone has ever complimented my fingers before.’

‘You do more than you think for me.’

Sometimes it felt as if there was no barrier between me and the outside world. I was porous, the energy of the world rushing straight through my skin and into me. Rushing into my body unfiltered and ready to consume me. Other people’s skin acted like a barrier between their insides and the world around them, but mine did not. Everything penetrated me. In moments like these I needed some silence, some stillness to push back the world around me so I could breathe again.

I tilted my head back and forth, taking him all in, and then I started nodding. ‘Good!’ I closed my one eye. ‘Good proportions. Perhaps a bit more girth than I’m used to, but good.’
'Wow. Did you just review my d**k?’
'It was a good review though.’

'I know you better than you think I know you.’

‘My all-time favorite conversations have been with you...'

'...those are literally all the things I love most about you.’

‘I want all the frozen things with you. I’ll even have the sweetcorn, even though it gets stuck in the back of my throat– wait, that didn’t sound right– what I’m trying to say is I love you too. There, I said it! I love you.’

BLOG TOUR REVIEW

Review for 'Love At First Flight' by Jo Watson.

Read and reviewed for Jo Watson, NetGalley, Headline Eternal and Headline Publishers.

Publication date 18th January 2024..

This is the first book I have read by this author but it most definitely will not be my last!!
This novel consists of 46 chapters. The chapters are short to medium in length so easy to read 'just one more chapter' before bed...OK, I know yeah right, but still just in case!

What an absolutely fantastic laugh a minute, heart warming, stunning must read!!! Absolutely loved it fair play!!! This book has fantastic descriptions that set you straight in the scenes. The cover, title and synopsis suit the storyline perfectly.

The storyline itself was absolutely unputdownable so make sure you clear your schedules before starting to read it!!

OMG!!! I absolutely love, LOVE, LOVED this absolutely gorgeous book!!! I must say it has got to be one of the best romances I have ever read!! In this stunning story we meet Pippa who is going to her high school reunion but is absolutely dreading it!! Pippa has ASD and is dreading all the typical questions she is bound to get asked at the reunion such as why she is still single. She comes up with a perfect solution of a fake date. Pippa meets Andrew who is a pilot that she has only talked to once when helping him land the plane via the control tower. Andrew dreads the family meetings where he is constantly asked about his love life. Pippa and Andrew are both in the same situation so have the perfect solution of fake dating!! Will it work out or is it a disaster in the making? To find out you'll just have to grab your copy of this stunning book today!! The first thing I have got to say is congratulations Jo on taking your ASD diagnosis and turning it into something positive, successful and stunning!! I am a mum of twins with ASD and I was absolutely landed to discover the protagonist of this amazing book also had ASD but not only that but was created by someone who is on the spectrum themselves so actually knows about it personally, just absolutely brilliant!! I have ready many books that the authors have used characters with ALN but have not done any research and it can be devastating as a parent as well as have negative consequences on people with ASD when they are described in books as doing certain things or acting in certain ways that would never happen! Anyway, sorry, I went on a bit there but I just wanted to say well done. Anyway, on with the actual book!! I absolutely loved this beautiful slow burn romance that had me hooked from the first word to the last. It is absolutely rammed with humour, love, friendship, synonyms, planes, laughter and just absolutely anything and everything you could ask for in a stunning page turner! I love that the main characters Pippa and Andrew are complete opposites but how Andrew understands Pippa and her fears. They are amazing characters separately as well as together and I just loved seeing their characters and relationship grow throughout the book. It really is a stunning read with beautiful characters and I was gutted when I came to the end. I was completely invested in the characters and the storyline throughout. This is a stunning book by by Jo with multiple layers and many unique and unforgettable characters as well as so much going on!!! Jo's fantastic evocative descriptions ensures the reader can see and feel everything that the characters are felling and seeing and it felt like I had been sucked into the storyline with them. This is a story and characters that will stay with me for a very long time!! Pick up your copy of this stunner and get ready to jump on a rollercoaster ride of emotions from love, laughter, happiness where you will laugh out loud and cry with happiness!!! I was absolutely addicted to this book and just could not put it down!!! There was no chance of just one more chapter and I ended up devouring it in a day!!! I cannot wait to get the rest of the books by this extremely talented author!! The setting and atmosphere was absolutely gorgeous and I loved watching the characters relationships change throughout. It really is one of those feel good books that is perfect to read curled up in front of a fire or lying on the beach. I could go on and on but seriously just get your copy and get sucked in. Your really won't regret it!!
An absolutely stunning, page turning MUST READ!!

A MASSIVE WELL DONE to Jo on a HUGE success!!! I loved every page of your book and I cannot wait to read more past and future amazing books. This is exactly why I would like to welcome to you to my top 3 romance author list!! Here's to your next success 🥂!

Overall an unputdownable, unforgettable, stunning romcom that will have you staying up late at night to finish it.

391 pages.

This book is just £4.99 to purchase on kindle and £9.99 in paperback via Amazon which I think is an absolute bargain for this book!!!

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I’m so happy to be a part of the blog tour today for ‘Love At First Flight’

I don’t know about you but I have been noticing over the last 6 months the amount of air travel based romance books and I know there are another handful coming out soon too and I am so happy about it! I’m not a plane lover at all myself but I do love reading about the real life of flight attendants and the behind the scenes of people who work in airports and plane travel as I think it always seems a bit mysterious!

This book is about an air traffic controller and a pilot, and some fake dating! A super easy and fun read!!

Here is the blurb -
Things Pippa enjoys: her job, airplanes, synonyms and tropical fish.

Things Pippa does not enjoy: repeating patterns, tight clothes, people asking why she’s single and school reunions.

After four months of only speaking over intercom, when air-traffic controller Pippa Edwards finally meets pilot Andrew Boyce-Jones face-to-face, they discover they’ve got much more in common than simply working at the same airport.

In fact . . . they both need a date.

Tired of every relationship ending before it’s even begun, Pippa wants to evade the inevitable questions at her dreaded ten-year school reunion in Cape Town. And Andrew needs to get his well-meaning family off his back about settling down.

The solution seems simple. A pact - a fake dating pact - for as long as it’s mutually beneficial. It’s perfect.

Or at least it would be if their very real attraction wasn’t about to make Pippa question everything she thought she wanted. . .

The book is out on January 18th
*ARC from NetGalley ✨