I will be your romantic comedy beta reader and book critique expert
I provide detailed beta reading for your novel
About this Gig
Need to know if your rom-com chemistry sizzles, your banter pops, or your pacing lands perfectly?
Hi, I'm Clare! I'm a passionate story analyst with a BA in English and 20+ years of professional experience teaching and analyzing narrative structure. I am an elite voracious reader--I devoured 224 books in 2025 and have read 150+ books this year alone! Reading 4 books a week keeps me firmly on the pulse of the romance market. I review all heat levels, from sweet/clean to steamy/spicy rom-coms.
I evaluate your manuscript through a highly trained, analytical lens to ensure it hooks readers:
- Chemistry & Tension: Is the attraction believable and earned?
- Banter & Dialogue: Is it natural, witty, and sharp?
- The Meet-Cute: Does the setup instantly hook the reader?
- Pacing Mastery: Are there slumps in the middle or third act?
- Trope Execution: Is your framework satisfyingly delivered?
What You Receive:
- A comprehensive 2-4 page reader report breaking down major story elements.
- In-line manuscript comments showing page-by-page reader reactions.
- Actionable, constructive suggestions.
Message me for custom word counts!
Genre:
Romance
Language:
English
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Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
FAQ
Do you edit grammar?
No, this is beta reading focused solely on story, pacing, chemistry and reader experience.
What subgenres do you accept?
Light rom-com, contemporary romance, small-town romance, workplace romance, enemies-to-lovers, fake dating, and similar tropes. My specialty is closed-door/sweet romance.
Will you be honest?
Yes — kindly honest. I will tell you what works and what doesn’t, with clear suggestions.
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S sharrgatz

United States
Clare was very prompt and gave a thorough summary of my project.
$50
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4 days
Duration
Helpful?J jimmylis

United States
Clare delivered on time with a thorough reader report and line notes. There was plenty of specific feedback and actionable advice. It was great to get her perspective as a seasoned reader of Rom-Coms, as I was on the fence about the genre of my manuscript, and she offered meaningful insight on that aspect as well.
$100-$200
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7 days
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S sharrgatz

United States
Clare was very prompt and gave a thorough summary of my project.
$50
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?J jimmylis

United States
Clare delivered on time with a thorough reader report and line notes. There was plenty of specific feedback and actionable advice. It was great to get her perspective as a seasoned reader of Rom-Coms, as I was on the fence about the genre of my manuscript, and she offered meaningful insight on that aspect as well.
$100-$200
Price
7 days
Duration
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