You’ll Love It Here: A Novel

by Natalie Sue

From the bestselling author of I Hope This Finds You Well comes a sharply funny, surprisingly tender novel about a woman stuck in place, her nosy neighbors, and the journey to find where she belongs—with all the heart of a grown-up The Breakfast Club.

Mona thought her living situation was bad… but the real mess is just beginning.

One day is all it takes for Mona’s life to implode. After years of climbing at her marketing firm, she was supposed to be getting promoted and finally moving out of her crumbling apartment building. Instead, she’s jobless, aimless, and still stuck in a space barely big enough for a yoga mat.

Then her eccentric landlady takes a tumble and asks Mona to step in as the building’s reluctant super. The deal is simple: help prep the place for sale, and she can secure the upgrade she’s been chasing. But that’s easier said than done when the neighbors treat “boundaries” as optional. There’s the shouting couple, the mysterious shut-in, a possible panty thief in the laundry room—and Sami, the relentlessly cheerful diner owner who keeps showing up with coffee and unsolicited ideas about community. As Mona gets pulled deeper into the building’s chaos—and closer to the people inside it—she’s forced to confront what, and who, she’s really been trying to outrun. Sometimes, the place you’re desperate to leave is the one that finally shows you who you are.

Wise, heartfelt, and laugh-out-loud funny, Natalie Sue’s sophomore novel is a story about burning out, starting over, and finding your people in the most unexpected places—perfect for fans of The Wedding People and Anxious People.

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary, Adult

320 pages, Hardcover

Expected publication August 11, 2026

Reviews

[MagretFume · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adored it. It's a beautiful chronic of modern life in the city  and everyday adversity. 

It's deeply funny, full of feelings and growth, and never preachy. The characters are interesting, layered and colourful. 

The journey Mona goes through, both in her ambitions and her relationship with others, really resonated with me and I think will be really relatable to a lot of people.  

I loved I Hope This Finds You Well and this one is even better. Nathalie Sue is a genius. 

Thank you William Morrow for this ARC.

[Stephanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another hit from Natalie Sue!

[Danielle D · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved I Hope This Finds You Well, and somehow this book is even better. I laughed out loud multiple times, and despite how funny it was, it also managed to be emotional and genuinely heartwarming. All loose ends were wrapped up beautifully, making the whole story feel incredibly satisfying.

I received an arc of this ebook from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

[Marlaina Kaine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a lovely collection of characters in this book! I really loved Natalie Sue’s first book and this one is a nice follow up (though I Hope This Finds You Well is still my fav). Good balance of humor, tenderness, uncomfortable misunderstandings, self-realization, and a bit of romance — not easy to do!

Thanks to William Morrow and NetGalley for the ARC!

[Angie Miale · Rating 4 out of 5]

A vibrant and purely tender hearted sophomore novel from Natalie Sue. As a big fan of her debut novel, I jumped at the chance to preview her latest and I am so glad I did. I found these characters to be very original and the ensemble cast to be delightful.

Mona’s alcoholic father died a few months ago. They had a strained relationship and never made things right, so she didn’t think she needed any time to grieve. But when one of her biggest clients makes a rude remark, she snaps right back at him. Her boss thinks she should take her leave and all of her back PTO, so this workaholic had some time on her hands. She takes up an offer to be a stand in super at her apartment. It’s always because she has always tried hard to avoid the people in her apartment building, but suddenly she finds herself getting by to know them as she helps the owner prepare the apartment for sale.

It’s a sad but common tale of gentrification, delayed grief, and reconciling how her workaholism is her way of avoiding her father’s alcoholism. Mona was frightfully a bit of a mess, but we learned along with her and rooted for her journey. There is also a love story with Sami at the diner, an almost obligatory storyline that is really overshadowed by the residents. It’s about how we think we know people we see every day, but how we see them is just a reflection of how we see ourselves. Just like in real life, there is more to each complicated person than meets the eye.

Thanks to NetGalley and William Morrow for the ARC. Book to be published August 11, 2026

[Meghan Darby · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adored Sue's debut novel and could not wait to read her sophomore effort. With the same true and loving fashion, Natalie Sue weaves a tale that is evident of her Persian roots and tender in her exploration of a protagonist finding her way.

Mona is going places with a "BIG JOB" in MARKETING. She's distanced herself from her Iranian parents. Her dad is an alcoholic and unstable and mom is just....embarrassing. She consumes herself with office politics and moving up the corporate ladder.

But, when her dad dies from complications from his lifestyle unexpectedly, she moves on. When a weird alcohol exec makes an off color comment and she loses her cool, she is swiftly put on "bereavemant leave." She has never not worked in her life.

Her apartment makes sense. Despite her good salary, she stays because she can help her mom and pay her massive student loans. When the super is incapacitated, her neice asks her to step in and prep the building for sale. But, Mona falls in love with the cast of characters in the building. She soon can't imagine returning to her own life.

The publisher described this as a grown up The Breakfast Club. But, I feel that undermine the wiether of generational grief from immigrant families. This is my fave type of novel... deeply funny, dark, apt, and suprpising in the very best of ways.

[Kirsten Underwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a huge fan of I Hope This Finds You Well, I was beyond excited for Natalie Sue’s sophomore novel, and I have to say - I was not let down. Everything I loved about IHTFYW was continued in this story: A flawed MC who you can’t help but relate to and root for, a cast of quirky side characters that grow on you, and a sweet romantic subplot that doesn’t detract from the MCs main arc. My only critique is that I thought the ending was a bit rushed. I would have loved to see more of the aftermath and resolution of the main conflict instead of time jumps. However, this was still a 5 star read for me. There’s something so special about the way the author writes her characters and their interactions/storylines, and because of that, I couldn’t get enough of this book. This was so funny and heartwarming, and I loved it. I can’t wait to see what Natalie Sue does next.
Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow for an ARC of this ebook in exchange for my honest review.

[Cindy Bokma · Rating 3 out of 5]

I LOVED Natalie Sue's novel, I Hope This Finds You Well, so I was very excited for You'll Love It Here. Its a cute story with quirky characters who all live in the same apartment building. When the landlady takes a fall, Mona steps up to help.

At the same time, her father has passed away, and her boss has forced her to take leave from her marketing job so she can heal. This puts a crimp in Mona's ambitions. Her goal has been to get promoted and to find a better place to live.

But with the chaos of the tenants swirling around her, she's pulled in directions she never expected. This was a pleasant to read, and it was an enjoyable break between darker suspense novels that I usually read.

[Danielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really loved I Hope This Finds You Well, so I had high hopes for Natalie Sue’s sophomore novel, and it did not disappoint. Sue excels at writing flawed, messy protagonists, balancing humor with genuinely tender moments. Mona, our FMC, is deep in her grief (and not dealing with it well) when she’s forced to take leave from work and unexpectedly becomes the superintendent of her apartment building. What follows is a story about accidental community, strange and wonderful neighbors, and the quiet ways people show up for each other. By the end, I was emotionally invested in every single resident. Funny, sincere, and deeply human, Natalie Sue is officially a must-read author for me.

Thank you to William Morrow and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Marianne · Rating 3 out of 5]

I loved the eclectic characters and the various personalities described in “You’ll Love It Here.” There was a feeling of coziness within the community and its environs. This story has a lot of heart, humor, and a bit of romance. My main issue was with the FMC, Mona. Mona came across as judgmental and opportunistic, and only deigned to get to know her neighbors when a more attractive opportunity presented itself. That alone really soured the story for me. I also wasn’t a fan of the gratuitous swearing.

Thank you to William Morrow and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review. 3.5 stars

[Sandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was so much fun! I found myself grinning at points in this wholesome story following our main character, Mona, and her fall from grace at her big-shot corporate job. Natalie Sue confronts readers with hard-hitting themes, like complex grief after losing a loved one and a community enduing the negative effects of gentrification, but rounds it out with an endearing ragtag ensemble of characters, humor, and just a smidge of romance. You’ll Like it Here is a delightfully heartwarming read that I strongly recommend to fans of Sue’s debut novel.

Thank you to William Murrow and NetGalley for an eARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Natalie Sue’s sophomore book manages to be, dare I say, even better than her debut?! I really did “love it here” as the book was finished in less than 24hrs!

I love an emotional, funny read that has a main character so relatable even in their flaws that I can’t help but root for them while shaking my head and chuckling and their mishaps. I loved reading about the eccentric but misjudged neighbors, and loved seeing the bonds form between Mona and each of them. As a hopeless romantic, the romance subplot was fantastic too! Can’t wait to read what Natalie Sue has in store next!

*Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow for the ARC!

[BHK · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had so much fun reading You’ll Love It Here by Natalie Sue! Mona is such a relatable mess, and the book balances that with so much humor that I found myself laughing out loud at all of the chaos. I loved how every quirky character slowly became someone you we’re genuinely invested in. The accidental community she builds gave me such a warm feeling! The story is fast, funny, and super easy to follow. Perfect for a weekend binge. It’s ultimately a heart hug of a book about starting over and finding connection in the most unexpected place, home!

[Sue Fernandez · Rating 5 out of 5]

This would be me if I'd had to help keep an apartment house going. A hot mess. Mona is so relatable, and I loved the other characters. You could really feel like you were there...or wanted to be.
This came in a bit of a book funk, and I couldn't have been happier.
Thank you to William Morrow and Net Galley for a digital advance of this book in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

#YoullLoveItHere #William Morrow #NetGalley #NatalieSue

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

You’ll Love It Here is a charming, character-driven novel filled with heart and humor. I loved the variety of tenants in the building—each added depth and personality to the story—and Mona’s character arc was especially satisfying. Watching her grow and change felt natural and meaningful. A warm, engaging read about community, connection, and personal growth.

Thanks to William Morrow, the author and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Alyssa Angell · Rating 4 out of 5]

** ARC copy review **

This was a fun little story - really enjoyed the set up and pace of this book! Predictable ending, but fun romcom vibes. The female lead is relatable and the cast of characters is quirky and fun. Less romance and more just a fun fiction story with a little romance. Friends to lovers, found family, a funky old building, and a fish that doesn’t quit.

Swears: High
Spice: None

[Anne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was hilarious. Mona was a relatable mess and the cast of characters in the building were wonderful. Natalie Sue has a way of writing situations that draw the readers in and make us root for a happy conclusion.

Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow for the eARC in exchange for the review.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quirky characters turned found family with a generous dose of humor seems to be Natalie Sue’s formula and it works for her. If you enjoyed her debut, I Hope This Finds You Well, I anticipate you’ll love this one too!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Katherine · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved every bit, masterful storytelling and character development of coming of older age, city life, relationships and growth. Every word creates the illustration of how I picture everyone to be, how the neighborhood, buildings and setting looks like. Plus the big theme of community and from that everything grows, once we let go.