How Often We Collide

by Madeline Flagel

Vivian Westwood has always felt behind in life. Being recently fired and with no family to speak of, she decides to shift her views after a sudden accident.

Dr. Matthew Halloway has spent his adult years fixing mistakes—broken arms, lacerations, but mostly his own life.

When the pair collide over and over again, fate seems set on their fiery love affair. Vivian dares to hope her life may be on an upswing, newly dating the doctor and landing her dream job at a bookstore. At her new job, she befriends the elderly owners who treat her like the grandparents she never had. Vivian feels complete for the first time in her life.

But when one of Matthew’s mistakes hits too close to home, Vivian must decide if she can look beyond his past or must live life without the man who stole her heart.

Genres: Romance, Smut

289 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 15, 2023

Reviews

[Kaitlyn Hochuli · Rating 2 out of 5]

I came back to change my rating because the more I think about this book, the more pissed off I get.

[Jamie Fenstermaker · Rating 2 out of 5]

The bones were there for such a good story, however, it was not executed in the correct way to make this book stand out. It seemed repetitive, had plot holes, grammatical mistakes (which I can look past for indie authors, especially with debut novels), and for me the FMC was not likeable, acted immature, and made so many terrible decisions. By the end I was ready to move on to another book.

Also, this could be the mental health clinician in me, but the way the main characters spoke about having social anxiety and not knowing/finding any other coping mechanisms aside from drinking was a huge turnoff to me, and I’m not quite sure how the MMC put up with it.

[Jailene · Rating 1 out of 5]

I’m actually so upset that I made myself finish this book. Poor writing and the characters have no depth to them.

[Farheen Rizvi · Rating 2 out of 5]

i think vivian’s an alcoholic

[Jazzy · Rating 4 out of 5]

For a debut novel, I feel like it shows the potential this author has. Yes there were parts that seemed repetitive or plots that could of been deeper explored but in my opinion, it was good nonetheless. It was a short book that was easy to get through and hard to put down. A few plot twists seemed to be predicable but I still really enjoyed the story. I can’t wait to see what the author writes next!!

[Landry Duffin · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5. it moved really fast at certain points that needed more but considering it was 212 pages it was good and I couldn’t put it down. ending also made me cry so that’s a plus

[MacKenzie Emerson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short, sweet, and a little spicy…can’t complain🤷‍♀️

[Bri Schultz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was incredible! I literally could not put it down. I finished the book in less than 5 hours.

[Tiffany Brennan · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s a yes from me! I mostly figured out the twist ahead of time, but that didn’t make it hurt any less. 🥺 I’ve had this one sitting for months, and I wish I would’ve read it sooner. I went through all the emotions here, and even shed some tears. Totally not one of my typical favorites, but I loved every minute. It’s a quick read. Gooey, with just enough angst and spice. I think a part of me fell in love with Dr. Matthew Halloway. I could’ve used an epilogue though; that’s probably my only complaint.

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a cutie wholesome book 🥹
There’s no way you could dislike any of the characters from the book (except the two guys… but you get what I mean). It was a very easy read that I needed as I’m trying to get out of this book funk. The spice was nice, but wasn’t so overwhelming it took over the book.
Also, I am officially a Vivy and Matt stan. What I liked about Vivian is she was a pretty realistic character, so it was very easy to like her. Matt is nothing but green flags!!

[Victoria Perrin · Rating 4 out of 5]

So I finished how often we collide. I'm gonna say 4/5. It was a quick read, it wasn't ever boring or just dragging on. It's only 1 perspective so you don't know what he's thinking. He is perfect. Legit golden retriever German Shepard mix. She's a mess. While it wasn't boring, I feel like somethings happened a little too fast especially at the end but it wrapped up nicely.

[Katie Martinez · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 stars; If you’re looking for a fast read, this is your book! It jumped right in to what was going on, no slow burn. Occasionally, the fast pace seemed to skim over a little too quickly, but overall that’s what you get from a ~212 page book. Great spice, great story; even shed a few tears.

[Karli · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it! I will admit, after some of the reviews I was a little nervous I wouldn’t like it or make it through the whole book. WRONG! I loved it, shed a couple small tears and just loved how everything came together. Madeline, you did great for your first book! :)

[Christina Nelson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great slow burn. I loved the build up and the sexual tension. I enjoyed the plot and the loved the relationship Vivian developed with Bill and Caroline. Sex scenes could’ve been better but we’re still decent.

[FA · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNF AT 80%

I enjoyed it at first. But the characters lacked any depth that I didn’t care enough about them to finish the book. It felt like a chore after the 50% mark. I held out for a bit thinking it’s going to get interesting but it didn’t.

[lexbuss · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 starts. this book wasn’t horrible but i guessed what was going to happen like 30 pages in. there were also multiple grammar and plot mistakes which definitely brought the rating down. i feel like i could’ve found this book on wattpad 🫤

[Heidi Wolff-Stanton · Rating 3 out of 5]

Had a good base and heartwarming at times, sweet with lots of smut. But the book needed editing, lacked depth, and was repetitive with the FMC non stop drinking. I can look past some of that for a debut novel, hence the 3 stars. Started off strong for me but by the end I was ready to be done. Good thing it’s short

[Lucille · Rating 5 out of 5]

Could not put it down I enjoyed it so much. Laughed and cried!

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fun read for me. I was hooked instantly and it kept my attention through the entire thing. LOVED the spice!!

[Shawna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome read. Ending made me cry

[cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it!

This book was a great fast read. Also got a few tears out of me but my heart feels happy at how the story ended! I wish for was a bonus chapter 🥰❗

[Sarah Moore · Rating 3 out of 5]

🔥🔥 3.5 ⭐️

[alyanna · Rating 3 out of 5]

this book was okay! there was a few actually like really good twists and turns in the plot but i love how it ended up and how mature the characters are in the book. it’s so cute

[Sam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty well written and a compelling story. Clean and simple.

[Hunter · Rating 3 out of 5]

The ending made me cry the rest was eh

[Haelyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

the ending was…🫤

[Melanie McCool · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good story, nice and short, but oh my god the typos!!!
Please please pay an editor and republish this. The quality in this book is just not there.

[Cashi · Rating 2 out of 5]

This would’ve gotten three stars but the last 15% percent just made me mad therefore it gets 2.5 stars

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars, i enjoyed reading this book and had a good time. was frustrated at 85% in but it was resolved quickly

[Tara Nixdorff · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was AMAZING!
Wow! I was nervous to read it at first but it sucked me in right from the start!