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Soul Beliefs
In a world full of true soulmates, how far would you go to find yours?
Katherine Miller has a plan to move halfway across the world and find her soulmate. Since the day she received her soul stone at sixteen, she’s thought of nothing else. After losing her father five years ago, the crushing feeling of not having enough time with her soulmate is suffocating. But finding her soulmate never included James and his ability to make her question herself every step of the way. All she wants is to find the person she’s meant to spend her life with. Or at least that’s what she’s thought.
For James Buckley, nothing would make him happier than to never hear the word ‘soulmate' again. The local surfer working in Katherine’s Aunt’s surf shop has no want for a soulmate and never will – not after soulmate love tore his family apart. If love is the enemy, then Katherine is too. She stands for everything he despises. The sooner she finds her soulmate and gets out of his town, the better. So why can’t he stay away from her?
Despite being completely wrong for each other, the universe seems to keep pushing them together. Can a change in perspective make them see each other in a new light? Or will deep-rooted beliefs be too hard to break from?
Katherine Miller has a plan to move halfway across the world and find her soulmate. Since the day she received her soul stone at sixteen, she’s thought of nothing else. After losing her father five years ago, the crushing feeling of not having enough time with her soulmate is suffocating. But finding her soulmate never included James and his ability to make her question herself every step of the way. All she wants is to find the person she’s meant to spend her life with. Or at least that’s what she’s thought.
For James Buckley, nothing would make him happier than to never hear the word ‘soulmate' again. The local surfer working in Katherine’s Aunt’s surf shop has no want for a soulmate and never will – not after soulmate love tore his family apart. If love is the enemy, then Katherine is too. She stands for everything he despises. The sooner she finds her soulmate and gets out of his town, the better. So why can’t he stay away from her?
Despite being completely wrong for each other, the universe seems to keep pushing them together. Can a change in perspective make them see each other in a new light? Or will deep-rooted beliefs be too hard to break from?
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Published September 13, 2024
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September 9, 2024
✨A R C R E V I E W✨
Title: Soul Beliefs
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I want to first say a massive thank you to Penelope Coggins and ForeverAfterPR for this amazing opportunity! It was such a delight to be able to read Katherine and James’s story! My review is entirely my own thoughts and opinions!
This was such an incredible debut novel! I loved reading the progression in this book, there was light and heavy topics mentioned within that you see a lot from Katherine as she navigates her anxiety in a new country with new experiences all to find her soulmate! I loved how Penelope showed the realness of anxiety through what Katherine went through in different situations she navigated!
There was a grumpy x sunshine, enemies to lovers element to this one that I absolutely loved, they are some of my favourite tropes and Katherine and James perfected this! It was so exciting watching them dance around their feelings all with Kat having the idea of finding her soulmate looming over them and their blossoming feelings and relationship!
I am a sucker for a nickname and I loved it every time James callers her “sunshine”, it instantly brought a smile to my face and ultimately sums Kat up perfectly, she is a radiant character that you couldn’t help but admire her and everything she does in this book, she has so much growth in finding herself and giving herself the opportunity to believe in herself more!
I loved how integral all the side characters were to help elevate the book even more! I adore additional characters that you are able to fall in love with alongside the main couple and I can happily say I can’t wait to hopefully see what is in store for all of these characters very soon!
I enjoyed the fantastical element to the book of everyone having a soulmate and being brave enough to go out and find them. With Kat in search of hers and James not wanting to because of the experience with his parents, there’s two sides of this whole experience. It was an adventure of self discovery and realising love can be found when you’re not actively seeking it out for Kat and James!
I love an epilogue and add in an extended epilogue and that’s even better! It was so beautifully written and a lovely insight into their future together! It really rounded it all up perfectly for me!
This was such an incredible debut novel with such amazing values and life experiences incorporated to make this light hearted with some elements of a heavy nature included with a perfect blend of sweet and spicy that I really enjoyed! Thank you Penelope once again and I can’t wait to see what you have in store very soon!
Soul Beliefs releases 13th September!💚
You can also find my review on my Bookstagram account: _romanticallybookish_ ☺️
Title: Soul Beliefs
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I want to first say a massive thank you to Penelope Coggins and ForeverAfterPR for this amazing opportunity! It was such a delight to be able to read Katherine and James’s story! My review is entirely my own thoughts and opinions!
This was such an incredible debut novel! I loved reading the progression in this book, there was light and heavy topics mentioned within that you see a lot from Katherine as she navigates her anxiety in a new country with new experiences all to find her soulmate! I loved how Penelope showed the realness of anxiety through what Katherine went through in different situations she navigated!
There was a grumpy x sunshine, enemies to lovers element to this one that I absolutely loved, they are some of my favourite tropes and Katherine and James perfected this! It was so exciting watching them dance around their feelings all with Kat having the idea of finding her soulmate looming over them and their blossoming feelings and relationship!
I am a sucker for a nickname and I loved it every time James callers her “sunshine”, it instantly brought a smile to my face and ultimately sums Kat up perfectly, she is a radiant character that you couldn’t help but admire her and everything she does in this book, she has so much growth in finding herself and giving herself the opportunity to believe in herself more!
I loved how integral all the side characters were to help elevate the book even more! I adore additional characters that you are able to fall in love with alongside the main couple and I can happily say I can’t wait to hopefully see what is in store for all of these characters very soon!
I enjoyed the fantastical element to the book of everyone having a soulmate and being brave enough to go out and find them. With Kat in search of hers and James not wanting to because of the experience with his parents, there’s two sides of this whole experience. It was an adventure of self discovery and realising love can be found when you’re not actively seeking it out for Kat and James!
I love an epilogue and add in an extended epilogue and that’s even better! It was so beautifully written and a lovely insight into their future together! It really rounded it all up perfectly for me!
This was such an incredible debut novel with such amazing values and life experiences incorporated to make this light hearted with some elements of a heavy nature included with a perfect blend of sweet and spicy that I really enjoyed! Thank you Penelope once again and I can’t wait to see what you have in store very soon!
Soul Beliefs releases 13th September!💚
You can also find my review on my Bookstagram account: _romanticallybookish_ ☺️
July 5, 2024
had the HONOR AND PRIVILEGE to read this gem of a story early & i can say that it lives rent free in my mind. the storytelling and detail is everything <3
August 21, 2024
Oh my God, what a book! I can say that I was super looking forward to this book and as soon as I received an arc from this book, I had to read it right away🤭
This book did not disappoint, it was everything and much more. The author is to be congratulated on this work of art, I can say that I became a super fan of her writing, the delicacy but also honesty and reality at describing issues such as mental health, the way she transpose the feelings of the characters is simply incredible. I loved this book so much🥹
This book had so many points that made me love even more, such as the romcom vibe it goes through, small reference of taylor swift, characters that are easy to like, this book had so many good things that I would stay here for an eternity to praise it, because really this book, the author's work should be praised!!! And the fact that I shed a few tears at the end only shows how good this book was and how much I really felt connected to the story and how happy I was to see how this wonderful book ended. For me this is an important factor because it means that the book really moved me.
In short, I loved the book, I highly recommend that you give it an opportunity because I think you may really like it!!!! For me this book deserves a lot more than 5⭐️
If you love romcom vibes, surfer mmc, grumpy x sunshine, haters to lovers, slow burn and much more this book is for you!🫶🏼
This book did not disappoint, it was everything and much more. The author is to be congratulated on this work of art, I can say that I became a super fan of her writing, the delicacy but also honesty and reality at describing issues such as mental health, the way she transpose the feelings of the characters is simply incredible. I loved this book so much🥹
This book had so many points that made me love even more, such as the romcom vibe it goes through, small reference of taylor swift, characters that are easy to like, this book had so many good things that I would stay here for an eternity to praise it, because really this book, the author's work should be praised!!! And the fact that I shed a few tears at the end only shows how good this book was and how much I really felt connected to the story and how happy I was to see how this wonderful book ended. For me this is an important factor because it means that the book really moved me.
In short, I loved the book, I highly recommend that you give it an opportunity because I think you may really like it!!!! For me this book deserves a lot more than 5⭐️
If you love romcom vibes, surfer mmc, grumpy x sunshine, haters to lovers, slow burn and much more this book is for you!🫶🏼
September 1, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️.5
I’ll admit, initially I felt like I was reading in an alternate universe where everyone knew about soul stones, as important as food and drink because everyone seems to have one. It threw me off a little bit because I’d never heard of it before. That being said I grew to love the purpose of the soul stone.
Kat’s determination for a soulmate was frustrating (not a bad frustrating - like I found myself pleading with her to enjoy life and see where it takes her, much like the other characters in her world. I’m glad she experiences an epiphany around this. Though maybe not to this extent, I think a lot of people will be able to relate to this need to control every step of their life and when it’ll happen. I certainly did.
James felt dreamy, a proper surfer guy with floppy hair. Again; I wanted to shake him and slap his head at how frustrating his insurance on hating Kat was, I wouldn’t say it was full enemies to lovers but they definitely fit the grumpy x sunshine bill which irritates them about each other.
A cute book with a little bit of spice.
🌶️.5
I’ll admit, initially I felt like I was reading in an alternate universe where everyone knew about soul stones, as important as food and drink because everyone seems to have one. It threw me off a little bit because I’d never heard of it before. That being said I grew to love the purpose of the soul stone.
Kat’s determination for a soulmate was frustrating (not a bad frustrating - like I found myself pleading with her to enjoy life and see where it takes her, much like the other characters in her world. I’m glad she experiences an epiphany around this. Though maybe not to this extent, I think a lot of people will be able to relate to this need to control every step of their life and when it’ll happen. I certainly did.
James felt dreamy, a proper surfer guy with floppy hair. Again; I wanted to shake him and slap his head at how frustrating his insurance on hating Kat was, I wouldn’t say it was full enemies to lovers but they definitely fit the grumpy x sunshine bill which irritates them about each other.
A cute book with a little bit of spice.
September 12, 2024
For Katherine, finding her soulmate and making her soul stone glow was one of her goals. After losing her father, she decides that finding her soulmate early and spending time with them, would mean she doesn't lose any time. As a result, she travels to Australia where her soulmate is expected to be. Unlike her, James would rather not believe in having a soulmate. When she starts to work with him, and he ends up popping up in places they find themselves interacting no matter how much they claim to hate each other. Yet they soon realise, there's a fine line between love and hate, and maybe a stone isn't needed to find the love of your life. This was a cute and well-written debut by Penelope Coggins. I cannot wait to read more in this series and any future work.
Thank you to Forever After PR and Penelope Coggins for giving me a free copy in return for an honest review.
Thank you to Forever After PR and Penelope Coggins for giving me a free copy in return for an honest review.
August 16, 2024
What a great debut this was! I was immediately intrigued by the cover and the concept of the book and it delivered. It had a beautiful feel to it and the subtext was thought provoking and it was like a movie playing out in my head as I was reading.
The mental health aspect was done gracefully and it honestly made me feel seen, it was done in a very relatable way. The things Katharine was saying and doing could’ve easily been things I’ve said or done and it gave me chills.
I loved seeing the characters growth throughout the book and their own individual journeys and the epilogues were the icing on the cake, it ended the book beautifully.
I loved the side characters and what they brought to the book and I’m excited to see how their own stories go.
Can’t wait to see what else we get from this author!
Thank you Penelope for the arc in exchange for an honest review.
The mental health aspect was done gracefully and it honestly made me feel seen, it was done in a very relatable way. The things Katharine was saying and doing could’ve easily been things I’ve said or done and it gave me chills.
I loved seeing the characters growth throughout the book and their own individual journeys and the epilogues were the icing on the cake, it ended the book beautifully.
I loved the side characters and what they brought to the book and I’m excited to see how their own stories go.
Can’t wait to see what else we get from this author!
Thank you Penelope for the arc in exchange for an honest review.
September 12, 2024
What a debut!!! I had this built up in my head from the moment Penelope started posting about it and what can I even say without spoiling everything?! I have never wanted to move somewhere so bad in my life. The arguments, the slow burn, the light house scene (I'm not crying you are) everything about this book had me in a choke hold. I can not wait to see what's next!
September 18, 2024
"I 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘮𝘢𝘺𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴𝘯'𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘺, 𝘪𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘵."
Grumpy x Sunshine and Enemies to lovers are two of my fave tropes, so what was not to like with this book, I went in blind and loved it, I was routing for Kat to find her soulmate from chapter one..
However I won't lie I was getting frustrated at my kindle at them over their miscommunication, just wanted to scream at them both being like you like each other stop messing around cause the slow burn was slow 🤭 I couldn't believe this was a debut novel, it was really good!
Im a sucker for a cute nickname 'Sunshine' was cute! he wasn't wrong you could just imagine her bringing the sunshine in every room she was in!
I love a epilogue and we were spoilt by getting two, it was chefs kiss 🤌🏻
Thank you @penelopecogginsauthor and @foreverafterpr for my ARC copy, in exchange for an honest review.
Grumpy x Sunshine and Enemies to lovers are two of my fave tropes, so what was not to like with this book, I went in blind and loved it, I was routing for Kat to find her soulmate from chapter one..
However I won't lie I was getting frustrated at my kindle at them over their miscommunication, just wanted to scream at them both being like you like each other stop messing around cause the slow burn was slow 🤭 I couldn't believe this was a debut novel, it was really good!
Im a sucker for a cute nickname 'Sunshine' was cute! he wasn't wrong you could just imagine her bringing the sunshine in every room she was in!
I love a epilogue and we were spoilt by getting two, it was chefs kiss 🤌🏻
Thank you @penelopecogginsauthor and @foreverafterpr for my ARC copy, in exchange for an honest review.
September 15, 2024
Happy release day to soul beliefs & thank you to foreverafterpr for the arc 🌸🐚🏄♀☁️
This was the perfect book to end the summer and also such an amazing debut novel! Soul Beliefs follows such a unique plot that I’ve never seen anyone do before and I absolutely loved it. The whole idea of a soul stone to find your soulmate is so interesting and I was hooked from the start.
Katherine our fmc, has dealt with anxiety ever since she was little and after a recent loss in her family she finally decides to take a leap and travel to Australia to find her soulmate. Unfortunately for her, James her new coworker has something against her finding the one and is determined to make her life hell. Suddenly they seem to be finding themselves in multiple sticky situations that make them start to question whether what they’re feeling is actually hatred…
Soul Beliefs definitely follows some more deeper topics so the mental health rep is something I really admired. It was done so well, I felt like I could understand the characters on a deeper level and it made them come across more relatable as well. I loved Katherine’s determination and James’ secret soft side, but mostly I think the connection between our two main characters was so special. Seeing both James and Kat battle with their feelings was so funny as you could tell James did not want to give in, but knew that he would eventually. Watching them be able to bond over similar experiences they’ve shared in their past was so beautiful, I think it made James realise that actually there is more to Katherine than he thought and gave him that extra push towards admitting his feelings.
I immediately fell in love with Nick & Bella, Katherine’s two best friends, as well as James’ friends too. I cannot wait to see their stories if Penelope writes about them 👀
This was such a beautiful novel, full of hope and love and I adored every second I was reading this! Congrats on the debut Penelope 🥂🧁🎉🎀
This was the perfect book to end the summer and also such an amazing debut novel! Soul Beliefs follows such a unique plot that I’ve never seen anyone do before and I absolutely loved it. The whole idea of a soul stone to find your soulmate is so interesting and I was hooked from the start.
Katherine our fmc, has dealt with anxiety ever since she was little and after a recent loss in her family she finally decides to take a leap and travel to Australia to find her soulmate. Unfortunately for her, James her new coworker has something against her finding the one and is determined to make her life hell. Suddenly they seem to be finding themselves in multiple sticky situations that make them start to question whether what they’re feeling is actually hatred…
Soul Beliefs definitely follows some more deeper topics so the mental health rep is something I really admired. It was done so well, I felt like I could understand the characters on a deeper level and it made them come across more relatable as well. I loved Katherine’s determination and James’ secret soft side, but mostly I think the connection between our two main characters was so special. Seeing both James and Kat battle with their feelings was so funny as you could tell James did not want to give in, but knew that he would eventually. Watching them be able to bond over similar experiences they’ve shared in their past was so beautiful, I think it made James realise that actually there is more to Katherine than he thought and gave him that extra push towards admitting his feelings.
I immediately fell in love with Nick & Bella, Katherine’s two best friends, as well as James’ friends too. I cannot wait to see their stories if Penelope writes about them 👀
This was such a beautiful novel, full of hope and love and I adored every second I was reading this! Congrats on the debut Penelope 🥂🧁🎉🎀
September 7, 2024
Thank you Penelope Coggins for sending me your book! This book was such a fun summer read! I absolutely loved all the vibes from this. It was so playful and so fresh!! And 100% for the romantics! I loved how James and Katherine were fated right from the start! It just made them finally getting together that much better! Their relationship was definitely rocky at first. The hate to love was written so well, you could instantly tell they despised each other and also a hint of confusion where they slowly start to realize they might not actually hate the other person 😂 Watching James try to be nice to Kat was so awkward. It was genuinely so funny to read because he kept saying how much he despised her but overheard and remembered her coffee order 🤭 ok James real slick buddy! Watching Katherine and James slowly not hate each other and fall for one another (finally) was so heartwarming!! Reading their povs and how they talked about one another was so cute! I loved their bickering and teasing, but also their sweet and tender moments where they actually understood one another. I was living for the last couple of chapters where there was all this communication and all the confessions!! And the angst made me not want to stop reading!! Im so happy with how the book ended! There was closure, and happiness and the epilogue was sooooo adorable 🥹 one of my favourite things in the book was definitely the mother daughter relationship Katherine and her mom had. It was everything! And it really healed my own soul with how supportive her mom was! And not just her mom but also her friends! I loved how everyone was written! You can tell there was a lot of heart and soul put into this book and I really enjoyed this💚
February 13, 2025
Okay, let me take a deep breath because wow, the way I connected with Katherine is beyond words. I’ve never felt so deeply attached to characters like I did with her and James. Their journey? Emotional. Messy. Beautiful. I swear, I could see everything happening like a movie in my head.
From the start, you know Katherine is a fierce, strong-willed woman who believes in soul stones with every fiber of her being. And then there’s James bitter, angry, convinced they’re nothing but a curse. So naturally, from the very start, he hates Katherine and everything she stands for. And Katherine? She hates him right back, because duh. She’s a strong-willed woman who literally traveled across the world to find her soulmate, and she won’t let some guy belittle her for it or judge her beliefs.
They fight. They banter. But and it’s a huge but not even for a second can they deny the pull between them. The way James wants to be with her despite everything he believes. The way Katherine needs to understand the pain that made him hate the very thing she believes most. The story follows how they slowly bridge the gap, navigate their past traumas and mental battles, and somehow, against all odds fall in love.
This book isn’t just about love and soulmates, it’s about healing, about facing your fears, about finding home in someone when you least expect it. I love them. James and Katherine aren’t just characters, they’re home. They taught me so much, and reading their story felt like being understood. The writing? Phenomenal. The banter? Chef’s kiss. The sexual tension? So. Freaking. Good. You need to give this book a try
From the start, you know Katherine is a fierce, strong-willed woman who believes in soul stones with every fiber of her being. And then there’s James bitter, angry, convinced they’re nothing but a curse. So naturally, from the very start, he hates Katherine and everything she stands for. And Katherine? She hates him right back, because duh. She’s a strong-willed woman who literally traveled across the world to find her soulmate, and she won’t let some guy belittle her for it or judge her beliefs.
They fight. They banter. But and it’s a huge but not even for a second can they deny the pull between them. The way James wants to be with her despite everything he believes. The way Katherine needs to understand the pain that made him hate the very thing she believes most. The story follows how they slowly bridge the gap, navigate their past traumas and mental battles, and somehow, against all odds fall in love.
This book isn’t just about love and soulmates, it’s about healing, about facing your fears, about finding home in someone when you least expect it. I love them. James and Katherine aren’t just characters, they’re home. They taught me so much, and reading their story felt like being understood. The writing? Phenomenal. The banter? Chef’s kiss. The sexual tension? So. Freaking. Good. You need to give this book a try
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September 6, 2024
‘Anxiety is like having a friend with you all the time that you’d like to leave you alone. It’s like having someone in your ear constantly telling you everyone will hate you a hundred times, it’s someone telling you that you look so terrible and you should just leave and go home because no one wants you there. It’s telling you all the worst case scenarios and never the best.’
I had the absolute pleasure of being an ARC reader for this book, and I had such a good time reading this. As someone who suffers with anxiety, and also recently lost their dad, I related to Kat so freaking much it hurt. The real life issues in this book were touched on and written so beautifully, and this really hit home for me.
I instantly developed a connection with the characters - Kat and James both had their own backstories which I thought were woven amazingly well into the story and really helped shape the plot and the character development in this.
There is some spice, which is always a plus for me, which was also done really well. The overall romance plot was also a huge win. I love a slower burn, and this just hit so right.
It’s safe to say that I absolutely loved this book. All the stars from me!
I had the absolute pleasure of being an ARC reader for this book, and I had such a good time reading this. As someone who suffers with anxiety, and also recently lost their dad, I related to Kat so freaking much it hurt. The real life issues in this book were touched on and written so beautifully, and this really hit home for me.
I instantly developed a connection with the characters - Kat and James both had their own backstories which I thought were woven amazingly well into the story and really helped shape the plot and the character development in this.
There is some spice, which is always a plus for me, which was also done really well. The overall romance plot was also a huge win. I love a slower burn, and this just hit so right.
It’s safe to say that I absolutely loved this book. All the stars from me!
September 9, 2024
I'm not sure if I'm heading into a reading slump or what but I didn't gel with this book at all. I struggled to connect with the characters and the storyline.
I was very underwhelmed with the characters. I expected to love the main FMC especially as I have anxiety as well but I wasn't sure on her. We seemed to have a lot of repetition in relation to her anxiety and it got tedious after a while. I struggled to connect with James as well, I struggled to understand why he hated her at the start. I got the whole soul stones situation but it just wasn't that interesting to me.
I enjoyed Penelope's writing style but I just wish there were more Australian references throughout. I lived in Australia for a few years so I was looking forward to the setting but apart from a couple of references, the book could have been set anywhere.
I was very underwhelmed with the characters. I expected to love the main FMC especially as I have anxiety as well but I wasn't sure on her. We seemed to have a lot of repetition in relation to her anxiety and it got tedious after a while. I struggled to connect with James as well, I struggled to understand why he hated her at the start. I got the whole soul stones situation but it just wasn't that interesting to me.
I enjoyed Penelope's writing style but I just wish there were more Australian references throughout. I lived in Australia for a few years so I was looking forward to the setting but apart from a couple of references, the book could have been set anywhere.
September 17, 2024
This needs to go to the top of your TBR!!
This book called to me, I knew I had to read it and I loved every second of reading it. I was gripped from the first chapter.
How Penelope talks about the anxiety Kat feels, was so refreshing and was like she was talking about my own mind.
It really dealt with some life changing topics, but they were done in such a knowledgeable and respectful way, it gave so much insight to the characters.
I'm wanting more stories about their world, because it sounds exactly where I want to be.
For a debut novel, it was spectacular. I cannot wait to see what Penelope does in the future.
This book called to me, I knew I had to read it and I loved every second of reading it. I was gripped from the first chapter.
How Penelope talks about the anxiety Kat feels, was so refreshing and was like she was talking about my own mind.
It really dealt with some life changing topics, but they were done in such a knowledgeable and respectful way, it gave so much insight to the characters.
I'm wanting more stories about their world, because it sounds exactly where I want to be.
For a debut novel, it was spectacular. I cannot wait to see what Penelope does in the future.
September 9, 2024
I really enjoyed this book and was extra impressed that this was Penelope's debut work! This read as though the author had written many other books previously. Very mature and concise with great flow through the plot. The storyline of this book, centered around a "soul stone" that helps you find your soulmate, was so unique and creative. I loved the enemies to lovers trope (as always). I also loved the setting of the book and all the side characters. Excellent read and I highly recommend grabbing a copy of it when it comes out!
August 22, 2024
I was glad to be able to read this early before its release!
I loved the premise of this book, I love a little sprinkle of magic in an otherwise standard world setting.
I enjoyed that the main character felt very real and the representation of her struggles with her anxiety helped her feel more authentic.
For a debut novel this is a really lovely book! 🌟
I loved the premise of this book, I love a little sprinkle of magic in an otherwise standard world setting.
I enjoyed that the main character felt very real and the representation of her struggles with her anxiety helped her feel more authentic.
For a debut novel this is a really lovely book! 🌟
August 23, 2024
I was very kindly sent an early copy of this book and i couldn’t be more grateful. This is by far one of the best / one of my favourite books i have read this year so far. i loved the plot and loved the characters even more. The anxiety representation in this book was so well done and also something i love to see in books. This was one of my most anticipated reads of the year and it definitely didn’t disappoint <3
August 8, 2024
Katherine and James are so sweet, but they do haters to lovers SO GOOD. you guys don’t wanna miss this one! 🫶🏼
December 18, 2024
What a wonderful read. That was a fantastic slow burn romance. James and Katherine take a little while to figure their relationship out. Katherine is a pure romantic at heart who believes in the soul stone with her whole heart. James is against love and soul mates because his family was torn apart because of it.
James thinks Katherine is naive and stupid and crazy for travelling across the world on a silly mission, but Katherine thinks it's her reason. She doesn't want to waste time.
I was very unsure throughout the book if kat was going to simply allow herself to feel the feelings for him. He falls first even though he tries to deny it.
Was she going to trust herself and her feelings or rely on the stone?
Kat is riddled with anxiety and doesn't trust herself. I was on the edge of my seat wondering, waiting. The moment in the shop when all was revealed. I was excited and then instantly upset and angry.
The third act breakup worked for the storyline, and I was happy with the ending.
There's is a great found family aspect to this as well and I liked the whole premise of the soul stones along with the surfing aspect. I hadn't read that in a sports romance before.
Great read, would recommend. 2 🌶
James thinks Katherine is naive and stupid and crazy for travelling across the world on a silly mission, but Katherine thinks it's her reason. She doesn't want to waste time.
I was very unsure throughout the book if kat was going to simply allow herself to feel the feelings for him. He falls first even though he tries to deny it.
Was she going to trust herself and her feelings or rely on the stone?
Kat is riddled with anxiety and doesn't trust herself. I was on the edge of my seat wondering, waiting. The moment in the shop when all was revealed. I was excited and then instantly upset and angry.
The third act breakup worked for the storyline, and I was happy with the ending.
There's is a great found family aspect to this as well and I liked the whole premise of the soul stones along with the surfing aspect. I hadn't read that in a sports romance before.
Great read, would recommend. 2 🌶
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 13, 2025
✨ eBook Review ✨
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
"What if your soulmate was written in the stars, but your heart had other plans? And what if the one who challenges everything you believe is the one you can’t let go of?"
I’ll admit—I was a little skeptical when I started this book. But a few chapters in, and oh my god!!! I was completely hooked. This story took the soulmate trope and turned it into something beautifully unique, making it one of my absolute favorite ARCs from my recent reads!
What I Loved:
💎 A Refreshing Take on Soulmates – Instead of the usual cliché (which I secretly love), this book delivered something fresh and deeply moving.
💎 Kat & James Are EVERYTHING! – Their chemistry? Off the charts. Their passion? Absolutely addictive. I couldn’t get enough of them!
💎 A Sprinkle of Enemies-to-Lovers – You know it’s true love when soulmates bicker with such fiery passion!
💎 Side Characters That Shine – Bella, Maddie, and sweet Ella stole my heart. Every character, no matter how small, felt real and well-written.
💎 The Most Wholesome HEA – Not just for James and Kat, but for everyone. Seeing all the characters find their happiness made my heart so full.
💎 Perfectly Balanced Storyline – Drama, heartbreak, passion, love—it all wove together seamlessly, making it impossible to put down.
Honestly? I have zero complaints. But I do have one question—@pene, where’s my soul stone?! Because I need one!
Tropes You'll Love:
💎 Grumpy × Sunshine
🌊 Forced Proximity
💎 Soulmates with a Twist
🌊 Workplace Romance
💎 Writer Girl × Surfer Boy
🌊 Open-Door Romance
💎 Slow Burn
🌊 Anxiety Representation
💎 Dual POV
🌊 He Hates Her First, She Hates Harder!
This book had me swooning, laughing, and holding my breath all at once. If you love heartfelt romance with a magical twist, you need to pick this one up!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
"What if your soulmate was written in the stars, but your heart had other plans? And what if the one who challenges everything you believe is the one you can’t let go of?"
I’ll admit—I was a little skeptical when I started this book. But a few chapters in, and oh my god!!! I was completely hooked. This story took the soulmate trope and turned it into something beautifully unique, making it one of my absolute favorite ARCs from my recent reads!
What I Loved:
💎 A Refreshing Take on Soulmates – Instead of the usual cliché (which I secretly love), this book delivered something fresh and deeply moving.
💎 Kat & James Are EVERYTHING! – Their chemistry? Off the charts. Their passion? Absolutely addictive. I couldn’t get enough of them!
💎 A Sprinkle of Enemies-to-Lovers – You know it’s true love when soulmates bicker with such fiery passion!
💎 Side Characters That Shine – Bella, Maddie, and sweet Ella stole my heart. Every character, no matter how small, felt real and well-written.
💎 The Most Wholesome HEA – Not just for James and Kat, but for everyone. Seeing all the characters find their happiness made my heart so full.
💎 Perfectly Balanced Storyline – Drama, heartbreak, passion, love—it all wove together seamlessly, making it impossible to put down.
Honestly? I have zero complaints. But I do have one question—@pene, where’s my soul stone?! Because I need one!
Tropes You'll Love:
💎 Grumpy × Sunshine
🌊 Forced Proximity
💎 Soulmates with a Twist
🌊 Workplace Romance
💎 Writer Girl × Surfer Boy
🌊 Open-Door Romance
💎 Slow Burn
🌊 Anxiety Representation
💎 Dual POV
🌊 He Hates Her First, She Hates Harder!
This book had me swooning, laughing, and holding my breath all at once. If you love heartfelt romance with a magical twist, you need to pick this one up!
September 13, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️- such an amazing debut novel with amazing aspects and such fun characters and beautiful writing!!
I was so excited and will be forever grateful to Penelope Coggins and ForeverAfterPR for this amazing ARC and opportunity to read this book prior to its release! TODAY!!!!
This is Penelope Coggins’ debut novel and honestly it was amazing! I loved it so much and everything about James and Katherine was fabulous!
Katherine is in search of her soulmate and travels to Australia to her aunties house to search for them! Whilst working in her aunties surf shop she is determined to find them whilst she is half way around the world. Sceptic James thinks her search is useless and that she is a hopeless romantic….
The grumpy x sunshine and enemies to lovers aspect of this book was so so fun to read and really added an amazing element to the book!
I absolutely love and devour enemies to lovers and grumpy x sunshine romance books and I honestly think Penelope perfected this in her characters and in this book!!
I love a good nickname and James has the absolute best one that perfectly matches Kats personality… ‘Sunshine’ just gave me so many butterflies when reading and I was rooting for their relationship right from the start!! (Even if he was a bit mean ) 😂
I specially loved Ellie so much and her character was so fun to read.
The writing in this book was magical and beautiful and flowed so well. This was such an amazing read and I cannot express my love for it enough!!!
I was so excited and will be forever grateful to Penelope Coggins and ForeverAfterPR for this amazing ARC and opportunity to read this book prior to its release! TODAY!!!!
This is Penelope Coggins’ debut novel and honestly it was amazing! I loved it so much and everything about James and Katherine was fabulous!
Katherine is in search of her soulmate and travels to Australia to her aunties house to search for them! Whilst working in her aunties surf shop she is determined to find them whilst she is half way around the world. Sceptic James thinks her search is useless and that she is a hopeless romantic….
The grumpy x sunshine and enemies to lovers aspect of this book was so so fun to read and really added an amazing element to the book!
I absolutely love and devour enemies to lovers and grumpy x sunshine romance books and I honestly think Penelope perfected this in her characters and in this book!!
I love a good nickname and James has the absolute best one that perfectly matches Kats personality… ‘Sunshine’ just gave me so many butterflies when reading and I was rooting for their relationship right from the start!! (Even if he was a bit mean ) 😂
I specially loved Ellie so much and her character was so fun to read.
The writing in this book was magical and beautiful and flowed so well. This was such an amazing read and I cannot express my love for it enough!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 14, 2025
“Soul Stone (noun) Definition: A crystal-like object that everyone finds upon reaching the age of sixteen, designed to assist in finding their true soulmate. The stone initially appears foggy and misty with a crystal look. As the individual is looking at their soulmate, the soul stone emits a radiant glow, normally lasting a few minutes. Once the soulmate has been indicated, the soul stone becomes fully transparent, symbolising the discovery of one's soulmate.”
This book was so cute and so much fun to read! Such an incredible debut novel by Penelope Coggins!
I loved the idea and concept of soul stones but it was hard tor me to root for as someone who believes we have many soul mates (platonic or romantic). I do think if they truly existed many more people would be like Kat, searching and never allowing themselves to love.
Kat - finding her soulmate is everything to her. She won’t allow herself to love or even like anyone if “there isn’t a point”. She also loves control. She wants things that are certain, fact.
James - the complete opposite of Kat. He hates soul stones and anyone who believes in them because of past trauma with his mom. Which means he automatically hates Kat when she moves to town in search for her soul mate.
These two are so firey and fierce! They have so much chemistry! The entire book I was just fiending for them to get together and stop being enemies! I love that they both contribute to each others personal growth. These two truly complement each other instead of completing each other.
I loved the setting and side characters, especially Aunt Ella! I want to run away to Australia & work at a surf shop
This book was so cute and so much fun to read! Such an incredible debut novel by Penelope Coggins!
I loved the idea and concept of soul stones but it was hard tor me to root for as someone who believes we have many soul mates (platonic or romantic). I do think if they truly existed many more people would be like Kat, searching and never allowing themselves to love.
Kat - finding her soulmate is everything to her. She won’t allow herself to love or even like anyone if “there isn’t a point”. She also loves control. She wants things that are certain, fact.
James - the complete opposite of Kat. He hates soul stones and anyone who believes in them because of past trauma with his mom. Which means he automatically hates Kat when she moves to town in search for her soul mate.
These two are so firey and fierce! They have so much chemistry! The entire book I was just fiending for them to get together and stop being enemies! I love that they both contribute to each others personal growth. These two truly complement each other instead of completing each other.
I loved the setting and side characters, especially Aunt Ella! I want to run away to Australia & work at a surf shop
December 20, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️- I feel really fortunate to have been given the opportunity from Penelope to read this early, it was an amazing debut novel! Thank you!
This was such a sweet, swoony and cute read. I could physically not put the book down and now it’s 4am. 🤭 A small amount of spice but not extreme in any case. 🌶️
Katherine is in search of her soulmate after losing her father early in the book she mourns his loss with his soulmate, her mother. She finds someone in DC who can help her with locating her soulmate, she learns he’s actually in Sydney Australia whereas she is living in New York. After an emotional farewell to best friends Bella and Nick she leaves to find her soulmate. After arriving, Kat lives with her aunt Ella and works in her Surfing Shop with Jason and Maddie. Jason is NOT a fan of Kat due to her only coming to Sydney to find her soulmate due to his mother leaving him and his father to find hers. Their relationship is quite rocky gradually becoming a bit of whiplash with mixed emotions on both sides. Feelings develops between the two but suddenly, her soul stone glows for him…
“Some things in life are inevitable, and you and I, Sunshine, we’re one of them” ☀️💛
I definitely recommend this read it was beautiful, I did cry a few times as I truly could feel the characters emotions with how beautifully it was written and portrayed.
Grumpy x Sunshine
Workplace romance
Forced proximity
He calls her Sunshine
This was such a sweet, swoony and cute read. I could physically not put the book down and now it’s 4am. 🤭 A small amount of spice but not extreme in any case. 🌶️
Katherine is in search of her soulmate after losing her father early in the book she mourns his loss with his soulmate, her mother. She finds someone in DC who can help her with locating her soulmate, she learns he’s actually in Sydney Australia whereas she is living in New York. After an emotional farewell to best friends Bella and Nick she leaves to find her soulmate. After arriving, Kat lives with her aunt Ella and works in her Surfing Shop with Jason and Maddie. Jason is NOT a fan of Kat due to her only coming to Sydney to find her soulmate due to his mother leaving him and his father to find hers. Their relationship is quite rocky gradually becoming a bit of whiplash with mixed emotions on both sides. Feelings develops between the two but suddenly, her soul stone glows for him…
“Some things in life are inevitable, and you and I, Sunshine, we’re one of them” ☀️💛
I definitely recommend this read it was beautiful, I did cry a few times as I truly could feel the characters emotions with how beautifully it was written and portrayed.
Grumpy x Sunshine
Workplace romance
Forced proximity
He calls her Sunshine
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 23, 2025
Soul Beliefs" by Penelope Coggins is a beautifully crafted love story that blends romance, fate, and a touch of the mystical. As the first book in the Soul Stone Series, it introduces the intriguing concept of a mystical "soul stone" that guides people to their true soulmates. This unique premise immediately pulled me in, making me wonder what if something like this existed in real life?
Coggins’ writing is mature yet effortless, making the story flow seamlessly. The dual-perspective narration allows readers to truly connect with the characters, understanding their emotions, struggles, and hopes on a deeper level. The slow-burn romance, paired with themes of healing from past trauma and the classic grumpy-sunshine dynamic, adds layers to the story, making it more than just a simple love tale.
As a Swiftie, this book resonated with me in ways I didn’t expect. It beautifully captures the essence of love, longing, and fate things Taylor Swift so often sings about. I could almost hear Enchanted or You Are in Love playing in the background while reading certain scenes. The emotional depth and the idea of soulmates made me think of Taylor’s lyrics about destiny and connection, making the experience even more magical.
If you love slow-burn romance, stories about fate, or just want a book that gives you all the feels, Soul Beliefs is definitely worth picking up!
Coggins’ writing is mature yet effortless, making the story flow seamlessly. The dual-perspective narration allows readers to truly connect with the characters, understanding their emotions, struggles, and hopes on a deeper level. The slow-burn romance, paired with themes of healing from past trauma and the classic grumpy-sunshine dynamic, adds layers to the story, making it more than just a simple love tale.
As a Swiftie, this book resonated with me in ways I didn’t expect. It beautifully captures the essence of love, longing, and fate things Taylor Swift so often sings about. I could almost hear Enchanted or You Are in Love playing in the background while reading certain scenes. The emotional depth and the idea of soulmates made me think of Taylor’s lyrics about destiny and connection, making the experience even more magical.
If you love slow-burn romance, stories about fate, or just want a book that gives you all the feels, Soul Beliefs is definitely worth picking up!
September 14, 2024
Thank you so much @penelopecogginsauthor and @foreverafrerpr for gifting me an arc copy of this for release day! And HAPPY RELEASE DAY!! ✨
I LOVED this book. It follows Katherine and James with dual povs. Katherine believes in soul stones, a stone that glows if you have met your soulmate - a great idea that I just fell in love with the idea of. So Kat moves to Australia, to try and find her soulmate!! And let me tell you, despite reading this in the gorgeous Crete, I really wanted to just pack up all my things and move to Australia!! Because omg what a dream place to live. Anyway - in Australia, Kat meets James, a grumpy, angry, SURF teacher 🤌🏽 the enemies to lovers in this, ughhh you just can't not love it. I also loved the anxiety rep throughout the book and the feature of panic attacks. And family troubles too!! I always think this is so important to read about.
Okay now for the micro tropes !!! "My sunshine" omg I think I died on my sunbed a million times when he called her this 😭 how sweet and what a perfect nickname. He also knew her coffee order, despite trying to "hate" her, adored. And helping her through a panic attack 🥹 ugh this guy is just perfect.
The whole storyline was just perfect, I won't go into it so I don't spoil anything for anybody but just incredible, and the epilogues too 😭
I LOVED this book. It follows Katherine and James with dual povs. Katherine believes in soul stones, a stone that glows if you have met your soulmate - a great idea that I just fell in love with the idea of. So Kat moves to Australia, to try and find her soulmate!! And let me tell you, despite reading this in the gorgeous Crete, I really wanted to just pack up all my things and move to Australia!! Because omg what a dream place to live. Anyway - in Australia, Kat meets James, a grumpy, angry, SURF teacher 🤌🏽 the enemies to lovers in this, ughhh you just can't not love it. I also loved the anxiety rep throughout the book and the feature of panic attacks. And family troubles too!! I always think this is so important to read about.
Okay now for the micro tropes !!! "My sunshine" omg I think I died on my sunbed a million times when he called her this 😭 how sweet and what a perfect nickname. He also knew her coffee order, despite trying to "hate" her, adored. And helping her through a panic attack 🥹 ugh this guy is just perfect.
The whole storyline was just perfect, I won't go into it so I don't spoil anything for anybody but just incredible, and the epilogues too 😭
February 20, 2025
Kat’s determination to find her soulmate was both endearing and frustrating—but in the best way. I wanted her to embrace life as it came, much like the other characters around her. James, resistant to change, struggled with her presence in his life, while sweet Katy didn’t know how to handle his gruff demeanor. His character development was the highlight—watching him embrace forgiveness and growth was truly powerful.
The mental health representation was beautifully done and deeply relatable. Katharine’s journey felt so real it gave me chills. I also loved how the side characters added warmth and depth, making the story even more engaging. It’s always special when you can fall in love with an entire cast, not just the main couple.
The soulmate concept added a unique, fantastical element. Kat actively sought hers, while James resisted due to past experiences, creating a heartfelt exploration of love and fate. Ultimately, it became a journey of self-discovery, proving that love often finds you when you least expect it. I can’t wait to see what’s next!
The mental health representation was beautifully done and deeply relatable. Katharine’s journey felt so real it gave me chills. I also loved how the side characters added warmth and depth, making the story even more engaging. It’s always special when you can fall in love with an entire cast, not just the main couple.
The soulmate concept added a unique, fantastical element. Kat actively sought hers, while James resisted due to past experiences, creating a heartfelt exploration of love and fate. Ultimately, it became a journey of self-discovery, proving that love often finds you when you least expect it. I can’t wait to see what’s next!
February 1, 2025
*5/5 stars*
I was blown away by Penelope's debut novel, 'Soul Beliefs'! As a romance novel, it had all the classic elements, but the writing style and character development exceeded my expectations.
The story follows a typical romance arc, but the author's execution made it feel fresh and engaging. I loved how the novel tackled themes of anxiety and social anxiety, which resonated deeply with me. The protagonist's struggles felt authentic, and I appreciated the emotional connection I formed with the character.
While there were some minor errors in grammar and punctuation, they didn't detract from my overall enjoyment of the book. I am not completely sure if it's just the copy I received.
What impressed me most was the author's potential. As a debut novel, 'Soul Beliefs' shows promise, and I'm excited to see where Penelope takes her writing in the future.
If you're looking for a feel-good romance with relatable characters, 'Soul Beliefs' is an excellent choice.
I was blown away by Penelope's debut novel, 'Soul Beliefs'! As a romance novel, it had all the classic elements, but the writing style and character development exceeded my expectations.
The story follows a typical romance arc, but the author's execution made it feel fresh and engaging. I loved how the novel tackled themes of anxiety and social anxiety, which resonated deeply with me. The protagonist's struggles felt authentic, and I appreciated the emotional connection I formed with the character.
While there were some minor errors in grammar and punctuation, they didn't detract from my overall enjoyment of the book. I am not completely sure if it's just the copy I received.
What impressed me most was the author's potential. As a debut novel, 'Soul Beliefs' shows promise, and I'm excited to see where Penelope takes her writing in the future.
If you're looking for a feel-good romance with relatable characters, 'Soul Beliefs' is an excellent choice.
September 21, 2024
What a sweet romance novel! The idea of the soul stone was so unique in comparison to my other reads, so this was so fun to read! I definitely spent the first 40% wondering whether Katherine was going to pull it out to see if James was her soulmate!
The arguments and tormenting between Katherine and James provided the epitome of enemies/dislike to lovers - and I was living for their internal monologues about how they were drawn to each other despite the arguments!! I also 100% read James’s POV in (probably the worst because I’m British) Australian accent in my head… just me?
Overall, I really enjoyed this novel, I devoured each page! It felt so unique for a contemporary romance which is always so refreshing. It’s not often I find myself rooting for minor side characters, but Ella and Gregg? Yep. I was rooting for those guys!
The arguments and tormenting between Katherine and James provided the epitome of enemies/dislike to lovers - and I was living for their internal monologues about how they were drawn to each other despite the arguments!! I also 100% read James’s POV in (probably the worst because I’m British) Australian accent in my head… just me?
Overall, I really enjoyed this novel, I devoured each page! It felt so unique for a contemporary romance which is always so refreshing. It’s not often I find myself rooting for minor side characters, but Ella and Gregg? Yep. I was rooting for those guys!
February 16, 2025
I'm grateful to Penelope coggins for giving this opportunity to the read!!!
Frankly speaking I haven't read the book with enemies to lovers trope with rom-com vibes. It's so refreshing and entertaining to read this.
I like the writing style of the author, how easily she portrayed the emotions in a easy way.
I like the chemistry between Katherine and James. In the starting you might find the Katherine's obsession with finding her soulmate little bit weird but as the story continued you will understand more and connect with the story at a deeper level.
I would say it's a slow burn but it made the book more interesting.
If you love romance good chemistry and writing this book is definitely for you!!!!
Frankly speaking I haven't read the book with enemies to lovers trope with rom-com vibes. It's so refreshing and entertaining to read this.
I like the writing style of the author, how easily she portrayed the emotions in a easy way.
I like the chemistry between Katherine and James. In the starting you might find the Katherine's obsession with finding her soulmate little bit weird but as the story continued you will understand more and connect with the story at a deeper level.
I would say it's a slow burn but it made the book more interesting.
If you love romance good chemistry and writing this book is definitely for you!!!!
August 26, 2024
🌊 soul beliefs 🌊
This was such an original plot. I mean do soul stones really exist? Because I need mine, it's so hard dating lately and most of the relationships don’t work and I think having a soul stone can be very helpful.
A little context here: a soul stone is “A crystal-like object that everyone finds upon reaching the age of sixteen, designed to assist in finding their true soulmate.” “As the individual is looking at their soulmate, the soul stone emits a radiant glow, normally lasting a few minutes. Once the soulmate has been indicated, the soul stone becomes fully transparent, symbolising the discovery of one’s soulmate.” [Excerpt from Soul Beliefs].
Interesting, right???? 👀✨
Soul Beliefs was a story in which I giggled and dreamed hard. Katy and James were so cute together. Enemies to lovers is one of the best tropes and having it here was perfect. James was grumpy with her because he didn’t like change and having her in his life was something he wasn’t ready for. And Katy was the sweetest soul and didn’t know how to deal with his grumpiness 😙.
James was the one who surprised me the most. He had a very valid reason for being the way he was. His character development was the best part of this story. Forgiveness is hard to find- to let go of resentment and anger is a powerful thing to do and I’m proud of him 🫶🏽.
I’m so excited to continue reading this series. Soul Beliefs is the first book from it and the characters that were introduced here are interesting as well. Will we see more soul stones? I don’t worry but I’m here for it.
This was such an original plot. I mean do soul stones really exist? Because I need mine, it's so hard dating lately and most of the relationships don’t work and I think having a soul stone can be very helpful.
A little context here: a soul stone is “A crystal-like object that everyone finds upon reaching the age of sixteen, designed to assist in finding their true soulmate.” “As the individual is looking at their soulmate, the soul stone emits a radiant glow, normally lasting a few minutes. Once the soulmate has been indicated, the soul stone becomes fully transparent, symbolising the discovery of one’s soulmate.” [Excerpt from Soul Beliefs].
Interesting, right???? 👀✨
Soul Beliefs was a story in which I giggled and dreamed hard. Katy and James were so cute together. Enemies to lovers is one of the best tropes and having it here was perfect. James was grumpy with her because he didn’t like change and having her in his life was something he wasn’t ready for. And Katy was the sweetest soul and didn’t know how to deal with his grumpiness 😙.
James was the one who surprised me the most. He had a very valid reason for being the way he was. His character development was the best part of this story. Forgiveness is hard to find- to let go of resentment and anger is a powerful thing to do and I’m proud of him 🫶🏽.
I’m so excited to continue reading this series. Soul Beliefs is the first book from it and the characters that were introduced here are interesting as well. Will we see more soul stones? I don’t worry but I’m here for it.
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