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So Very Lucky
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Expected 1 Mar 26You knew her. You loved her. Then she vanished…
When celebrated singer Calista plunges to her death during a concert in Rio, her former girlfriend Stevie is watching, along with the rest of the world. But while millions of fans mourn, Stevie can’t shake the feeling that something isn’t right.
Then Calista returns—alive, a little changed, but wanting Stevie back in her life for the first time in years. At first, seeing her again feels like a miracle. But as Stevie is drawn deeper into Calista’s world of smoke and mirrors, she begins to question Calista’s overprotective team, the gaps in her memory and the clues that don’t add up about what really happened the night she fell.
As she gets closer to the truth, Stevie is also falling for Calista all over again. Stevie must is uncovering the truth worth losing the person she loves twice?
Perfect for fans of Luckiest Girl Alive and Taylor Jenkins Reid, So Very Lucky how well do we ever really know the people we love? An incredibly suspenseful novel, packed with secrets, that will stay with you long after you finish reading.
When celebrated singer Calista plunges to her death during a concert in Rio, her former girlfriend Stevie is watching, along with the rest of the world. But while millions of fans mourn, Stevie can’t shake the feeling that something isn’t right.
Then Calista returns—alive, a little changed, but wanting Stevie back in her life for the first time in years. At first, seeing her again feels like a miracle. But as Stevie is drawn deeper into Calista’s world of smoke and mirrors, she begins to question Calista’s overprotective team, the gaps in her memory and the clues that don’t add up about what really happened the night she fell.
As she gets closer to the truth, Stevie is also falling for Calista all over again. Stevie must is uncovering the truth worth losing the person she loves twice?
Perfect for fans of Luckiest Girl Alive and Taylor Jenkins Reid, So Very Lucky how well do we ever really know the people we love? An incredibly suspenseful novel, packed with secrets, that will stay with you long after you finish reading.
329 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication March 1, 2026
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January 25, 2026
[arc review] if you’re chronically online, love pop culture, or even know about the infamous conspiracy theory that avril lavigne was replaced by a clone—this is for you!
‘so very lucky’ follows stevie stone—the ex girlfriend of pop sensation, calista (callie), who falls to her death on stage live streamed worldwide on copacobana beach… or does she?
the story delves into parasocial relationships with celebrities and the online commentary that comes with it.
throughout the book, we learn about stevie and her relationship with callie—but who is stevie? at times it felt like she didn’t really exist until she met callie, and afterwards that’s all she lived for. if callie asked her to jump, stevie would ask ‘how high?’
I enjoyed this and it’s very different to what I usually read! it had me gripped and if I wasn’t busy while I read it, I probably would’ve finished it one sitting. I can’t go into too much detail, though, because it’ll spoil the book.
my only wish was that the big reveal—again, no spoilers—happened further in the book, so it would add more suspense while reading as there wasn’t much afterwards.
otherwise a solid 3.5* read!
thank you caitlin devlin for the advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review!
‘so very lucky’ follows stevie stone—the ex girlfriend of pop sensation, calista (callie), who falls to her death on stage live streamed worldwide on copacobana beach… or does she?
the story delves into parasocial relationships with celebrities and the online commentary that comes with it.
throughout the book, we learn about stevie and her relationship with callie—but who is stevie? at times it felt like she didn’t really exist until she met callie, and afterwards that’s all she lived for. if callie asked her to jump, stevie would ask ‘how high?’
I enjoyed this and it’s very different to what I usually read! it had me gripped and if I wasn’t busy while I read it, I probably would’ve finished it one sitting. I can’t go into too much detail, though, because it’ll spoil the book.
my only wish was that the big reveal—again, no spoilers—happened further in the book, so it would add more suspense while reading as there wasn’t much afterwards.
otherwise a solid 3.5* read!
thank you caitlin devlin for the advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review!
January 29, 2026
this one is for all my chronically online lesbians xx i’d lowks be in those comment sections liking the ‘that’s not callista’ comments xx
in loveee with caitlin’s devlins writing style and her female characters - i was gripped throughout the whole book and i WANNA KNOW what happened to yk who after wembley 🙏🙏🙏
in loveee with caitlin’s devlins writing style and her female characters - i was gripped throughout the whole book and i WANNA KNOW what happened to yk who after wembley 🙏🙏🙏
Review of advance copy received from Author
Everyone knows Calista. But no one knows her like Stevie. After 10 years in the spotlight, singer-songwriter Calista has reinvented herself many times. Suddenly, performing far above the crowd during a show, she crashes to the stage in a terrible accident. Her ex-girlfriend Stevie watches live on tv, along with the rest of the world, convinced Callie can’t have survived. But then Callie emerges - alive, a little different, but suddenly wanting Stevie back in her life. Stevie feels like something isn’t adding up. What really happened that night? And is this really Callie? You can’t just replace a celebrity without anyone noticing…right?
This was one of my most anticipated releases for 2026, and I was over the moon to receive a personalised copy from the brilliant author! I dropped everything to read it straightaway. I was immediately gripped, and could not put it down! Instantly, Stevie seems a little too fixated on Callie (now known as Calista). But in fairness - if your ex & their songs were everywhere, wouldn’t you find it hard to let go? I loved seeing everything through Stevie’s eyes, including flashbacks and memories, as she tried to figure out the truth. Stevie has never really moved on from Callie, and it was fascinating how this coloured her theories. She still laid claim to Callie, and her stubborn refusal to let go played a big part in her motivation, which made for an interesting dynamic. Did she love Callie - or the idea of Callie? The characters were so well-developed, and felt very real, even in the extraordinary situation. The whole book is brilliantly written, holding the reader in suspense before upping the ante with shocking twists. It was an unsettling, immersive page-turner that kept me questioning everything! I can’t say much without giving spoilers, but would absolutely encourage everyone to read it.
If you’re a fan of thrillers and mysteries, I would absolutely recommend putting this at the top of your TBR. Fans of The Goldens, Lisa Jewell, Big Little Lies, and other mysterious but alluring female main characters will love this 💙
This was one of my most anticipated releases for 2026, and I was over the moon to receive a personalised copy from the brilliant author! I dropped everything to read it straightaway. I was immediately gripped, and could not put it down! Instantly, Stevie seems a little too fixated on Callie (now known as Calista). But in fairness - if your ex & their songs were everywhere, wouldn’t you find it hard to let go? I loved seeing everything through Stevie’s eyes, including flashbacks and memories, as she tried to figure out the truth. Stevie has never really moved on from Callie, and it was fascinating how this coloured her theories. She still laid claim to Callie, and her stubborn refusal to let go played a big part in her motivation, which made for an interesting dynamic. Did she love Callie - or the idea of Callie? The characters were so well-developed, and felt very real, even in the extraordinary situation. The whole book is brilliantly written, holding the reader in suspense before upping the ante with shocking twists. It was an unsettling, immersive page-turner that kept me questioning everything! I can’t say much without giving spoilers, but would absolutely encourage everyone to read it.
If you’re a fan of thrillers and mysteries, I would absolutely recommend putting this at the top of your TBR. Fans of The Goldens, Lisa Jewell, Big Little Lies, and other mysterious but alluring female main characters will love this 💙
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Caitlin Devlin is a genuinely skilled writer, to the point where I would probably read anything she wrote and be gripped by it. And this might be my favourite book of hers yet. The book is narrated by Stevie, whose first love (and let's face it, now obsession) Callie has gone on to become a Taylor Swift-level pop star named Calista. The book opens with Calista experiencing a terrible accident while performing at a massive live concert. But she survives, or does she? Though Stevie hasn't been in contact with Callie for years, she's determined to find out the truth.
Stevie isn't a wholly reliable narrator, which is part of what makes this book so compelling. And like the author's other books, it has some interesting things to say about fame. The book touches on the relationship between celebrities and their fans, the internet tendency to search for conspiracy theories and cover-ups, and how the persona of a pop star takes on a life that's almost separate from the real person underneath it. It's also about messy emotions, first love and our ability to delude ourselves.
Stevie isn't entirely a good person. None of Caitlin Devlin's POV characters are. They're flawed and messy and flailing. But that's what makes them so compelling to read, because they feel a hundred percent real.
If you enjoyed her other books, you'll like this one too. And if you're new to the author, this is a great place to start.
Stevie isn't a wholly reliable narrator, which is part of what makes this book so compelling. And like the author's other books, it has some interesting things to say about fame. The book touches on the relationship between celebrities and their fans, the internet tendency to search for conspiracy theories and cover-ups, and how the persona of a pop star takes on a life that's almost separate from the real person underneath it. It's also about messy emotions, first love and our ability to delude ourselves.
Stevie isn't entirely a good person. None of Caitlin Devlin's POV characters are. They're flawed and messy and flailing. But that's what makes them so compelling to read, because they feel a hundred percent real.
If you enjoyed her other books, you'll like this one too. And if you're new to the author, this is a great place to start.
Review of advance copy
I received an advance copy of this book from Amazon Prime First Reads. Intriguing concept but this book was not for me. Could not identify with the main character. Stevie was too passive. She just let things happen to her.
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Review of advance copy
3.5. Loved! Ending was disappointing :/
February 5, 2026
This had so much potential! I wanted to love it but it was just meh
Review of advance copy
Hard to put down! I read it all in one day. I enjoyed it but was disappointed that it didn't have the ending I was hoping for.
February 5, 2026
So unsettling and so addictive! I loved it so so much!!
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