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This Used to be Easier
Meg Doyle did not intend to return home from college with a suitcase and nowhere else to go.
Ideally, she would have rolled up to her tiny home town in a limousine and jumped out wearing a designer tuxedo. She would have shaken a few hands, signed a few autographs, and maybe kissed a few girls before riding off into the sunset of her glorious, post-grad future in set design.
Instead, she’s stuck spending the summer in her childhood bedroom, trawling the internet for job listings after a last minute internship cancellation in Europe.
It’s anything but triumphant. Her friends in the city won’t stop reminding her what she’s missing, her mom won’t stop researching lesbian slang terms to seem more ‘relatable,’ and around every corner in the small town of Chapel Creek, there’s Connie Shipley.
The girl Meg used to know better than anyone in the world.
The girl she spent countless nights huddled under the blankets with for sleepovers and movie marathons.
The girl who leaned in and kissed her four summers before.
The girl who hasn’t spoken to her since.
…Which makes it very inconvenient that Meg’s heart still stops every single time she sees her.
This Used to Be Easier is a New Adult, small town WLW romance from Katia Rose. It features a quirky cast of unforgettable characters, an endless supply of cheesy fishing puns, and the kind of love that lasts a lifetime, despite a few bumps along the way.
Ideally, she would have rolled up to her tiny home town in a limousine and jumped out wearing a designer tuxedo. She would have shaken a few hands, signed a few autographs, and maybe kissed a few girls before riding off into the sunset of her glorious, post-grad future in set design.
Instead, she’s stuck spending the summer in her childhood bedroom, trawling the internet for job listings after a last minute internship cancellation in Europe.
It’s anything but triumphant. Her friends in the city won’t stop reminding her what she’s missing, her mom won’t stop researching lesbian slang terms to seem more ‘relatable,’ and around every corner in the small town of Chapel Creek, there’s Connie Shipley.
The girl Meg used to know better than anyone in the world.
The girl she spent countless nights huddled under the blankets with for sleepovers and movie marathons.
The girl who leaned in and kissed her four summers before.
The girl who hasn’t spoken to her since.
…Which makes it very inconvenient that Meg’s heart still stops every single time she sees her.
This Used to Be Easier is a New Adult, small town WLW romance from Katia Rose. It features a quirky cast of unforgettable characters, an endless supply of cheesy fishing puns, and the kind of love that lasts a lifetime, despite a few bumps along the way.
348 pages, Paperback
First published October 16, 2021
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25 books991 followersKatia Rose is not much of a Pina Colada person, but she does like getting caught in the rain. She loves to write romances that make her readers laugh, cry, and swoon (preferably in that order). She’s rarely found without a cup of tea nearby, and she’s more than a little obsessed with tiny plants. Katia is proudly bisexual and has a passion for writing about love in all its forms.
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October 20, 2022
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This Used to be Easier is my third book by Katia Rose. Catch and Cradle is still probably my favorite of her books that I’ve read, but This Used to be Easier is a really enjoyable read with some great mental health discussions. The anxiety representation is so spot on and accurate. It was hard to read at times because of how close it hits to home for me, but I appreciated how Katia portrayed anxiety and how Katia chose to include Connie getting help for her anxiety. I’m always super appreciative when books show characters getting help with and overcoming their mental health issues.
The ending of this book was absolute perfection. It was so sweet and it flowed so nicely with the rest of the story. I’d honestly love a novella that explores what life a few years down the line looks like for Connie and Meg even if it’s just vibes and no drama. I couldn’t get enough of the happy moments in their relationship.
The only issue that I had with this book is that I found it hard to get connected to the story at first. I think it was in part because the writing was just so dang cringeworthy at first. For example, “women of the heterosexual variety might even say he’s become quite attractive” and everything that Justice says is extremely cringeworthy. Meg also didn’t feel as deep as some of Katia’s other characters, but as soon as Connie’s anxiety was explained more in the story, I was able to get more invested in the story. The story went from being a shallow, cheesy story to being a serious, complex story once Connie’s anxiety was discussed. If you’re going to try reading this story, you’ve got to push through the first part of the book to get to the good stuff.
Overall I enjoyed this book and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a cute, sapphic, small town romance. I’m looking forward to reading even more of Katia’s books and thank goodness I have a Kindle Unlimited subscription so I can easily binge read all of her books.
This Used to be Easier is my third book by Katia Rose. Catch and Cradle is still probably my favorite of her books that I’ve read, but This Used to be Easier is a really enjoyable read with some great mental health discussions. The anxiety representation is so spot on and accurate. It was hard to read at times because of how close it hits to home for me, but I appreciated how Katia portrayed anxiety and how Katia chose to include Connie getting help for her anxiety. I’m always super appreciative when books show characters getting help with and overcoming their mental health issues.
The ending of this book was absolute perfection. It was so sweet and it flowed so nicely with the rest of the story. I’d honestly love a novella that explores what life a few years down the line looks like for Connie and Meg even if it’s just vibes and no drama. I couldn’t get enough of the happy moments in their relationship.
The only issue that I had with this book is that I found it hard to get connected to the story at first. I think it was in part because the writing was just so dang cringeworthy at first. For example, “women of the heterosexual variety might even say he’s become quite attractive” and everything that Justice says is extremely cringeworthy. Meg also didn’t feel as deep as some of Katia’s other characters, but as soon as Connie’s anxiety was explained more in the story, I was able to get more invested in the story. The story went from being a shallow, cheesy story to being a serious, complex story once Connie’s anxiety was discussed. If you’re going to try reading this story, you’ve got to push through the first part of the book to get to the good stuff.
Overall I enjoyed this book and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a cute, sapphic, small town romance. I’m looking forward to reading even more of Katia’s books and thank goodness I have a Kindle Unlimited subscription so I can easily binge read all of her books.
October 19, 2021
4.5⭐️ – Katia Rose is still pretty new to the sapphic author scene, but her name is already associated in my mind with books I’m pretty sure I’ll enjoy. Catch and Cradle was adorable, as was the free spin-off novella Stop and Stare.
The premise for This Used to Be Easier is the same as Stop and Stare: two childhood friends and a kiss that changed everything. The rest of the story is very different, however. At twenty-two, Meg Doyle is back in her hometown of Chapel Creek after the program that was supposed to send her on an internship at the Paris Opera got cancelled. Meg never felt like she fit in in Chapel Creek but at least, she had Connie Shipley by her side. Until they kissed as the result of a dare and nothing was the same after that. Connie’s life isn’t going as planned either. Even before that fateful kiss, she was grappling with anxiety and her parents’ hold on her. Bumping into Meg again might be just what she needs to realise she deserves more.
A word of warning: Connie’s scenes with her parents made me feel claustrophobic, the mounting anxiety perfectly described. It might be a trigger for some, but to me, it was very much worth the effort. Katia Rose handles the mental health issues really well, and it’s why it feels so accurate and relatable. Some parts might be a little hard to read but they bring a lot to the story. It Used to Be Easier begins as a cute NA romance, then gets a lot deeper. Not angsty so much as real. I felt really proud of Connie by the end, for taking control and believing in herself.
As is common with New Adults novels, there’s a fair amount of character growth, including from pretty important side characters. Meg’s mum is wonderful and overwhelming, and I loved Meg’s relationship with her younger brother, a teenager with Down syndrome. But what I’ve come to expect from Rose, and the main reason, I think, why I love her stories, is the chemistry between characters. It’s palpable and makes everything plausible. I also appreciated the way Meg and Connie try to solve problems by talking to each other. They don’t always manage, but they try. And despite dealing with some rather challenging topics, this book never feels heavy, never loses its rom-com feel.
I received a copy from the author and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
The premise for This Used to Be Easier is the same as Stop and Stare: two childhood friends and a kiss that changed everything. The rest of the story is very different, however. At twenty-two, Meg Doyle is back in her hometown of Chapel Creek after the program that was supposed to send her on an internship at the Paris Opera got cancelled. Meg never felt like she fit in in Chapel Creek but at least, she had Connie Shipley by her side. Until they kissed as the result of a dare and nothing was the same after that. Connie’s life isn’t going as planned either. Even before that fateful kiss, she was grappling with anxiety and her parents’ hold on her. Bumping into Meg again might be just what she needs to realise she deserves more.
A word of warning: Connie’s scenes with her parents made me feel claustrophobic, the mounting anxiety perfectly described. It might be a trigger for some, but to me, it was very much worth the effort. Katia Rose handles the mental health issues really well, and it’s why it feels so accurate and relatable. Some parts might be a little hard to read but they bring a lot to the story. It Used to Be Easier begins as a cute NA romance, then gets a lot deeper. Not angsty so much as real. I felt really proud of Connie by the end, for taking control and believing in herself.
As is common with New Adults novels, there’s a fair amount of character growth, including from pretty important side characters. Meg’s mum is wonderful and overwhelming, and I loved Meg’s relationship with her younger brother, a teenager with Down syndrome. But what I’ve come to expect from Rose, and the main reason, I think, why I love her stories, is the chemistry between characters. It’s palpable and makes everything plausible. I also appreciated the way Meg and Connie try to solve problems by talking to each other. They don’t always manage, but they try. And despite dealing with some rather challenging topics, this book never feels heavy, never loses its rom-com feel.
I received a copy from the author and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 20, 2021
Love and anxiety.
This author has an earlier NA novel (Catch and Cradle) that received many positive reviews but I never got down to reading it so I'm pretty new to Katia Rose. But Statum recently told me said that I had to read this one, so I did.
This is not quite a second chance romance but a missed opportunity the first time around romance because the characters never got together the first time around. They drifted apart after one long and heated kiss in high school and never got to address their feelings for each other after that. Meg left for college and Connie stayed behind after her parents decided she wasn't ready for college due to her anxiety issues. The main plot begins when Meg returns home temporarily and feelings are re-ignited when they see each other and there's plenty of pining and awkward moments. I love how there's a lot of focus on Connie's character growth, from being a pretty puppet to her parents to finding the courage to speak up for herself, dealing with anxiety, stepping out of her shell and finding her own way. This made the book a lot more meaningful. There isn't as much angst as I thought there would be, but Connie's controlling parents got me riled up a little.
Rose did a great job with this one and readers who love NA novels will definitely enjoy it.
I received an ARC from the author through StoryOrigin in exchange for an honest review.
This author has an earlier NA novel (Catch and Cradle) that received many positive reviews but I never got down to reading it so I'm pretty new to Katia Rose. But Statum recently told me said that I had to read this one, so I did.
This is not quite a second chance romance but a missed opportunity the first time around romance because the characters never got together the first time around. They drifted apart after one long and heated kiss in high school and never got to address their feelings for each other after that. Meg left for college and Connie stayed behind after her parents decided she wasn't ready for college due to her anxiety issues. The main plot begins when Meg returns home temporarily and feelings are re-ignited when they see each other and there's plenty of pining and awkward moments. I love how there's a lot of focus on Connie's character growth, from being a pretty puppet to her parents to finding the courage to speak up for herself, dealing with anxiety, stepping out of her shell and finding her own way. This made the book a lot more meaningful. There isn't as much angst as I thought there would be, but Connie's controlling parents got me riled up a little.
Rose did a great job with this one and readers who love NA novels will definitely enjoy it.
I received an ARC from the author through StoryOrigin in exchange for an honest review.
October 23, 2021
I’ve been following this author on social media since I read Catch and Cradle, and then her novella Stop and Stare. Ms. Rose writes mostly m/f romances but This Used to Be Easier is her third f/f book.
Meg Doyle just graduated and was about to go to Europe for an internship when it got canceled last minute. Now she has to return to her small hometown to live with her parents to figure out what to do in the future. To make matters worse, at every turn she meets Connie Shipley, her former high school sweetheart, the girl who broke her heart…
This is a new adult, small-town, second chance rom-com between two former best friends who lost contact with each other after Meg left for college in Montreal. The small-town backdrop sets the overall tone of the story where typically everyone minds their neighbours’ business and people tend to be more conservative and judgemental about other people’s lives. Not the best of environments for Meg, an openly lesbian or for Connie, a closeted one.
I loved the character development in this novel, for both the main and secondary characters. Talking about the latter, my favourites were Pat the Pervert, and Meg’s mum who tries to bond with her daughter by asking the most inappropriate and, at the same time, hilarious questions. Both Meg and Connie are absolutely sweethearts and the reader has the feeling early on that they belong to each other. It’s very easy to root for them.
There is an interesting counterpoint between Meg and Connie’s relationships with their respective parents. Even though Meg’s mother has a clear issue with boundaries, and her dad tends to be reserved, Meg feels that she is accepted and loved. Connie’s parents, meanwhile, have rigid expectations for her and a set of strict conservative rules. This is the cause of Connie’s high level of anxiety and panic attacks. I liked the way Connie’s mental illness was dealt with in the story and it helped me empathise with her past life choices and root for her journey of self-discovery and independence.
I won’t say much to avoid spoilers but I loved the author’s take on the small town vs. big city trope which sets this book apart from most. I also loved the message of tolerance towards diversity and the thoughtfulness for mental health issues without losing the overall romantic comedy tone. If you are looking for an entertaining, romantic, and sometimes deep new adult Rom-com, this one is for you. 4.5 stars.
ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
Meg Doyle just graduated and was about to go to Europe for an internship when it got canceled last minute. Now she has to return to her small hometown to live with her parents to figure out what to do in the future. To make matters worse, at every turn she meets Connie Shipley, her former high school sweetheart, the girl who broke her heart…
This is a new adult, small-town, second chance rom-com between two former best friends who lost contact with each other after Meg left for college in Montreal. The small-town backdrop sets the overall tone of the story where typically everyone minds their neighbours’ business and people tend to be more conservative and judgemental about other people’s lives. Not the best of environments for Meg, an openly lesbian or for Connie, a closeted one.
I loved the character development in this novel, for both the main and secondary characters. Talking about the latter, my favourites were Pat the Pervert, and Meg’s mum who tries to bond with her daughter by asking the most inappropriate and, at the same time, hilarious questions. Both Meg and Connie are absolutely sweethearts and the reader has the feeling early on that they belong to each other. It’s very easy to root for them.
There is an interesting counterpoint between Meg and Connie’s relationships with their respective parents. Even though Meg’s mother has a clear issue with boundaries, and her dad tends to be reserved, Meg feels that she is accepted and loved. Connie’s parents, meanwhile, have rigid expectations for her and a set of strict conservative rules. This is the cause of Connie’s high level of anxiety and panic attacks. I liked the way Connie’s mental illness was dealt with in the story and it helped me empathise with her past life choices and root for her journey of self-discovery and independence.
I won’t say much to avoid spoilers but I loved the author’s take on the small town vs. big city trope which sets this book apart from most. I also loved the message of tolerance towards diversity and the thoughtfulness for mental health issues without losing the overall romantic comedy tone. If you are looking for an entertaining, romantic, and sometimes deep new adult Rom-com, this one is for you. 4.5 stars.
ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
October 20, 2021
(Yes, I know this review is too long LOL. Am I sorry? Not sure...)
Katia Rose has outdone herself! I haven’t been this impressed with a romance in a long time. I read and loved Catch and Cradle and Stop and Stare, so I was super excited to read this one. I thought I’d end up liking Catch and Cradle best, but I think this book is even better than Catch and Cradle. Absolutely nothing felt contrived or unnecessary, and it’s amazing how much emotional depth is packed into a relatively short romance novel. Once again, this book is written in double-first-person POV, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Katia Rose’s writing is succinct and effortless, with hilarity for days.
Meg Doyle (22, lesbian) is upset when her Paris architecture internship falls through, and she’s even more upset that she must return from Montreal to her hometown of Chapel Creek to get things settled. Meg is an out-and-proud lesbian, but she feels stifled by the expectations that come with living in Chapel Creek. I adored Meg from the start: she’s hilarious, caring, and wears her heart on her sleeve. I can just picture her unique swagger and style, and I know I’d love to be her friend. In the book she gets compared to a lesbian icon we all know and love, and god, I could not agree more! While Chapel Creek is a stifling place for Meg, she has a loving family in her taciturn dad, exuberant mom, and angsty-yet-lovable teen brother, all of whom enthusiastically accept her as she is.
Connie Shipley (22, anxiety) has been raised as the “perfect First Daughter of Chapel Creek.” Since her dad runs the biggest resort in town, the town expects her to behave a certain way. Her Hollywood beauty means she gets underestimated as nothing but a “pretty girl” and stands out from the crowd more than she’d like. While I love Meg, I think Connie is my favorite of the two protagonists due to how much I related to her. Connie suffers from anxiety that was especially terrible in the year after she graduated high school (god, same), making it so herself and her controlling parents doubted her readiness to go off to university. As a result, Connie spent four years working at her family’s resort when she’d have rather gone to school in Montreal to major in creative writing.
Connie’s anxiety is portrayed so well and I felt for her so, so much. My social anxiety presents differently from Connie’s anxiety, but god, I felt her hopelessness deep in my bones. I know what it’s like to feel anxious over the stifling, crushing weight of your community’s expectations of you. I also know what it’s like to feel like you’ve wasted important parts of your life due to mental illness. Mental health representation in books is so important and I’m so glad a character like Connie exists. Connie is a kind, creative, badass woman, and the strength she shows throughout the course of this book made me incredibly emotional.
Reading this book reminded me that I LOVE a good second-chance romance. The yearning, the regret, the angst, the amount of time that their love has had to simmer and grow…just yes! Meg and Connie were best friends from seventh grade until twelfth grade, when they kissed and things fell apart. From the first time they meet on-page, it’s easy for them to fall into their old friendship patterns despite their situation, and it’s obvious that they care for each other deeply and still have amazing chemistry. Every time they’re on page together, there’s a charge to the air and declarations of love begging to burst forth. There are a few parallels to their first relationship that happen, and it’s great seeing them process the events while trying to avoid jumping to conclusions. Meg and Connie are both flawed, but I could understand each decision they make. I’m happy that there’s plenty of honest communication in this book and that there’s no contrived breakup/conflict to be found.
There are plenty of cute date/hangout scenes, which is what I need in a romance. And as you’d expect from the cover, some scenes involve boats! The two make friendship bracelets together, which I love because I’m around the same age as Meg and Connie and also made friendship bracelets as a kid. Also, there are some ridiculously cute scenes of Meg introducing Connie to queer/sapphic culture, which had me smiling from ear to ear. These two can’t not be adorable together!
As for side characters, the standout for me is Meg’s mom. She’s well-meaning and hilarious but extremely overbearing, and I loved how Meg and her mom come to understand each other better. One scene between the two of them brought a lump to my throat. I also love Meg’s university friend Justice, who gets little screen time but makes a huge, hilarious impression. Every single side character is fleshed out (and most are lovable), which really brings this book to life.
Again, Katia Rose writes the new adult experience SO WELL. It’s a weird transition period where no one’s sure what’s gonna happen and everyone’s at a bit of a different stage. Meg knows what she wants in life and is ready to take the world by storm, while Connie’s just starting to discover her career goals and has spent years not living fully as herself. Despite their differences, the two completely accept each other where they’re at! I love how Connie is filled with joy at seeing how far Meg has come, and I love how Meg never, ever disparages Connie for anything and always wants to celebrate her. These two are an OTP if there ever was one!
In short, I adore this book and Katia Rose is a standout writer. I can’t wait to read what she comes up with next! In the meantime, I just might binge read some of the f/m romances in her backlist!
content warnings: alcohol (recreational), anxiety/anxiety attacks, blood, controlling parents, graphic sex, guilt, homophobia, hospitalization, injury, mentions of anti-Asian racism/stereotypes, trauma (PTSD?)
I received an ARC from Katia Rose via StoryOrigin in exchange for an honest review.
Katia Rose has outdone herself! I haven’t been this impressed with a romance in a long time. I read and loved Catch and Cradle and Stop and Stare, so I was super excited to read this one. I thought I’d end up liking Catch and Cradle best, but I think this book is even better than Catch and Cradle. Absolutely nothing felt contrived or unnecessary, and it’s amazing how much emotional depth is packed into a relatively short romance novel. Once again, this book is written in double-first-person POV, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Katia Rose’s writing is succinct and effortless, with hilarity for days.
Meg Doyle (22, lesbian) is upset when her Paris architecture internship falls through, and she’s even more upset that she must return from Montreal to her hometown of Chapel Creek to get things settled. Meg is an out-and-proud lesbian, but she feels stifled by the expectations that come with living in Chapel Creek. I adored Meg from the start: she’s hilarious, caring, and wears her heart on her sleeve. I can just picture her unique swagger and style, and I know I’d love to be her friend. In the book she gets compared to a lesbian icon we all know and love, and god, I could not agree more! While Chapel Creek is a stifling place for Meg, she has a loving family in her taciturn dad, exuberant mom, and angsty-yet-lovable teen brother, all of whom enthusiastically accept her as she is.
Connie Shipley (22, anxiety) has been raised as the “perfect First Daughter of Chapel Creek.” Since her dad runs the biggest resort in town, the town expects her to behave a certain way. Her Hollywood beauty means she gets underestimated as nothing but a “pretty girl” and stands out from the crowd more than she’d like. While I love Meg, I think Connie is my favorite of the two protagonists due to how much I related to her. Connie suffers from anxiety that was especially terrible in the year after she graduated high school (god, same), making it so herself and her controlling parents doubted her readiness to go off to university. As a result, Connie spent four years working at her family’s resort when she’d have rather gone to school in Montreal to major in creative writing.
Connie’s anxiety is portrayed so well and I felt for her so, so much. My social anxiety presents differently from Connie’s anxiety, but god, I felt her hopelessness deep in my bones. I know what it’s like to feel anxious over the stifling, crushing weight of your community’s expectations of you. I also know what it’s like to feel like you’ve wasted important parts of your life due to mental illness. Mental health representation in books is so important and I’m so glad a character like Connie exists. Connie is a kind, creative, badass woman, and the strength she shows throughout the course of this book made me incredibly emotional.
Reading this book reminded me that I LOVE a good second-chance romance. The yearning, the regret, the angst, the amount of time that their love has had to simmer and grow…just yes! Meg and Connie were best friends from seventh grade until twelfth grade, when they kissed and things fell apart. From the first time they meet on-page, it’s easy for them to fall into their old friendship patterns despite their situation, and it’s obvious that they care for each other deeply and still have amazing chemistry. Every time they’re on page together, there’s a charge to the air and declarations of love begging to burst forth. There are a few parallels to their first relationship that happen, and it’s great seeing them process the events while trying to avoid jumping to conclusions. Meg and Connie are both flawed, but I could understand each decision they make. I’m happy that there’s plenty of honest communication in this book and that there’s no contrived breakup/conflict to be found.
There are plenty of cute date/hangout scenes, which is what I need in a romance. And as you’d expect from the cover, some scenes involve boats! The two make friendship bracelets together, which I love because I’m around the same age as Meg and Connie and also made friendship bracelets as a kid. Also, there are some ridiculously cute scenes of Meg introducing Connie to queer/sapphic culture, which had me smiling from ear to ear. These two can’t not be adorable together!
As for side characters, the standout for me is Meg’s mom. She’s well-meaning and hilarious but extremely overbearing, and I loved how Meg and her mom come to understand each other better. One scene between the two of them brought a lump to my throat. I also love Meg’s university friend Justice, who gets little screen time but makes a huge, hilarious impression. Every single side character is fleshed out (and most are lovable), which really brings this book to life.
Again, Katia Rose writes the new adult experience SO WELL. It’s a weird transition period where no one’s sure what’s gonna happen and everyone’s at a bit of a different stage. Meg knows what she wants in life and is ready to take the world by storm, while Connie’s just starting to discover her career goals and has spent years not living fully as herself. Despite their differences, the two completely accept each other where they’re at! I love how Connie is filled with joy at seeing how far Meg has come, and I love how Meg never, ever disparages Connie for anything and always wants to celebrate her. These two are an OTP if there ever was one!
In short, I adore this book and Katia Rose is a standout writer. I can’t wait to read what she comes up with next! In the meantime, I just might binge read some of the f/m romances in her backlist!
content warnings: alcohol (recreational), anxiety/anxiety attacks, blood, controlling parents, graphic sex, guilt, homophobia, hospitalization, injury, mentions of anti-Asian racism/stereotypes, trauma (PTSD?)
I received an ARC from Katia Rose via StoryOrigin in exchange for an honest review.
November 20, 2021
Totally diggin' this.
Meg's a good egg and Connie gives me a toothache, she's so sweet.
Meg's a good egg and Connie gives me a toothache, she's so sweet.
October 27, 2021
My rating: 4.5
Have you ever found yourself stalling to finish a book? I found myself delaying the ending of this book numerous times. I would put the book down or be pleasantly happy when my Kindle battery got too low, and had to plug it in. This meant the book wasn’t going to end too quickly. On the flip side, if I was able to, I would have easily read this in one sitting. It had me captivated.
This book is about a college graduate, Meg, who must return to her hometown after graduating college when a job doesn’t pan out. Her hometown that has always been stifling to her. It’s the same hometown where Connie Shipley lives. Connie Shipley is the town celebrity just because of her last name. She’s beautiful on the outside but inside she struggles with crippling anxiety disorder.
The character development in this book was off the charts good. The character development of the supporting characters was essential in the book, and they were a big reason why this book works so well. As for the main characters, I became so invested in their story that at certain points, I would smile, as if I were hearing about a friend’s new relationship. They have a history, and they have a wonderful future once they can get past the present. I won’t add on as to not reveal spoilers, but I will say, their chemistry is magnetic and it’s so lovely to read about them. Katia Rose can produce intimacy between characters better than most authors I read. That’s not just to say her sex scenes are fabulous but also there is just an air of intimacy throughout the entire book that I really enjoyed. She explains feelings and emotions so well, it almost comes off as poetry.
This book is likely to be relatable to so many. I related to both main characters and even to some of the supporting characters as well. I love that this book is all about self-acceptance. These main characters are new adults learning to navigate a very harsh world. Katia Rose writes about some truly sensitive and meaningful topics. I also praise her for including neurodiverse characters in her books. As a parent of a child who is neurodiverse this is very meaningful to me. She isn’t afraid to weave in tough topics into her books and it adds a maturity about her writing that I really enjoy.
The end of this book fell a tiny bit short for me. It did not end badly. I suppose I just had my hopes up for a little more at the end, given the book drew me in so deeply. Regardless, this is a wonderful book, and I would highly recommend it.
Even though I did receive this book for free in exchange for an honest review, I still plan to purchase the book once it is released on 10/20/2021. We should always do our part to help indie writers like Katia Rose.
Have you ever found yourself stalling to finish a book? I found myself delaying the ending of this book numerous times. I would put the book down or be pleasantly happy when my Kindle battery got too low, and had to plug it in. This meant the book wasn’t going to end too quickly. On the flip side, if I was able to, I would have easily read this in one sitting. It had me captivated.
This book is about a college graduate, Meg, who must return to her hometown after graduating college when a job doesn’t pan out. Her hometown that has always been stifling to her. It’s the same hometown where Connie Shipley lives. Connie Shipley is the town celebrity just because of her last name. She’s beautiful on the outside but inside she struggles with crippling anxiety disorder.
The character development in this book was off the charts good. The character development of the supporting characters was essential in the book, and they were a big reason why this book works so well. As for the main characters, I became so invested in their story that at certain points, I would smile, as if I were hearing about a friend’s new relationship. They have a history, and they have a wonderful future once they can get past the present. I won’t add on as to not reveal spoilers, but I will say, their chemistry is magnetic and it’s so lovely to read about them. Katia Rose can produce intimacy between characters better than most authors I read. That’s not just to say her sex scenes are fabulous but also there is just an air of intimacy throughout the entire book that I really enjoyed. She explains feelings and emotions so well, it almost comes off as poetry.
This book is likely to be relatable to so many. I related to both main characters and even to some of the supporting characters as well. I love that this book is all about self-acceptance. These main characters are new adults learning to navigate a very harsh world. Katia Rose writes about some truly sensitive and meaningful topics. I also praise her for including neurodiverse characters in her books. As a parent of a child who is neurodiverse this is very meaningful to me. She isn’t afraid to weave in tough topics into her books and it adds a maturity about her writing that I really enjoy.
The end of this book fell a tiny bit short for me. It did not end badly. I suppose I just had my hopes up for a little more at the end, given the book drew me in so deeply. Regardless, this is a wonderful book, and I would highly recommend it.
Even though I did receive this book for free in exchange for an honest review, I still plan to purchase the book once it is released on 10/20/2021. We should always do our part to help indie writers like Katia Rose.
October 27, 2021
Earlier this year I read Catch and Cradle by Katia Rose after seeing a lot of people sing its praises, and while I enjoyed the book overall, was a little let down after the hype and didn't seem to enjoy that book as much as many other readers. So when I saw a lot of similar people praising This Used To Be Easier, I was a little more skeptical going in and kept my expectations lower. But surprisingly, I really enjoyed this book, much more than Catch and Cradle.
This Used to Be Easier follows Meg Doyle and Connie Shipley. Meg and Connie used to be best friends all through school, practically joined at the hip. And towards the end of their senior year of high school the lines between friendship and relationship got blurry, and it all falls apart right before they were supposed head off to university and now haven't spoken in over four years. Then when Meg unexpectedly and suddenly has to move back to their small hometown for a summer where Connie also works, they are thrown together and have a lot of feelings to sort out.
This book is peak New Adult coming of age novel. It handled the characters and their progression so well.
Meg and Connie are wonderful characters. Meg is so openhearted and knows exactly what she wants. I loved seeing her interact with her family and eventually Connie again, as you can see the love pour off of her- and with that dichotomy of feeling like she doesn't totally belong either. I really loved how that was depicted. And Connie was incredible too! Connie has anxiety bad enough that it caused her to delay heading off to school. She feels stifled and dormant in their hometown but doesn't know a way out until Meg comes back and gives her the confidence she needs.
Meg and Connie's relationship was so perfect. Both are far from perfect and both have other issues, but also they just accept each other where they are at and don't expect change overnight- they just show each other love. Like it really was heartwarming to see them grow and heal together. I loved how it was handled.
And this book is also very funny! Meg has a ton of great interactions with their family, and Connie and Meg have some really fun and cute banter and moments too. And despite being funny, this book is definitely touching too.
I really enjoyed this book overall, it might be a bit on the longer side as far as NA novels go, which was also a criticism I had towards Catch and Cradle, but I think there is more overall content here than in Cradle to balance out the length.
Anyway, I really loved this cute book with a lot of heart. 4.5/5
This Used to Be Easier follows Meg Doyle and Connie Shipley. Meg and Connie used to be best friends all through school, practically joined at the hip. And towards the end of their senior year of high school the lines between friendship and relationship got blurry, and it all falls apart right before they were supposed head off to university and now haven't spoken in over four years. Then when Meg unexpectedly and suddenly has to move back to their small hometown for a summer where Connie also works, they are thrown together and have a lot of feelings to sort out.
This book is peak New Adult coming of age novel. It handled the characters and their progression so well.
Meg and Connie are wonderful characters. Meg is so openhearted and knows exactly what she wants. I loved seeing her interact with her family and eventually Connie again, as you can see the love pour off of her- and with that dichotomy of feeling like she doesn't totally belong either. I really loved how that was depicted. And Connie was incredible too! Connie has anxiety bad enough that it caused her to delay heading off to school. She feels stifled and dormant in their hometown but doesn't know a way out until Meg comes back and gives her the confidence she needs.
Meg and Connie's relationship was so perfect. Both are far from perfect and both have other issues, but also they just accept each other where they are at and don't expect change overnight- they just show each other love. Like it really was heartwarming to see them grow and heal together. I loved how it was handled.
And this book is also very funny! Meg has a ton of great interactions with their family, and Connie and Meg have some really fun and cute banter and moments too. And despite being funny, this book is definitely touching too.
I really enjoyed this book overall, it might be a bit on the longer side as far as NA novels go, which was also a criticism I had towards Catch and Cradle, but I think there is more overall content here than in Cradle to balance out the length.
Anyway, I really loved this cute book with a lot of heart. 4.5/5
July 16, 2022
3.5 ⭐️ rounded up! :)
October 29, 2021
Cute
Thus was a cute young adult read with little angst and good secondary characters and just cute. Its a kU and definitely worth a read if your looking for something lighthearted.
Thus was a cute young adult read with little angst and good secondary characters and just cute. Its a kU and definitely worth a read if your looking for something lighthearted.
October 2, 2022
3,5 stars
This was quite good.
I liked the story, liked both the characters (most of the time) even with their flaws, and I liked the writing style enough to look up other books by this author.
Can't say I'll need a repeat of this particular story someday, but it was a few hours well spent.
This was quite good.
I liked the story, liked both the characters (most of the time) even with their flaws, and I liked the writing style enough to look up other books by this author.
Can't say I'll need a repeat of this particular story someday, but it was a few hours well spent.
April 4, 2025
This book follows Meg and Connie after they reconnect in their small town. Meg doesn’t want to be there and Connie can’t leave. It’s a sweet, second chance romance, but it’s not my favorite from Katia Rose.
Katia Rose generally writes new adult and the anxieties that come along with that life transition very well. I don’t really feel that both characters were flushed out as well as they could have been. There was also a feeling of darkness there for me that I can’t quite put my finger on.
It’s still well written, filled with lovely metaphors, and not a difficult read at all.
Katia Rose generally writes new adult and the anxieties that come along with that life transition very well. I don’t really feel that both characters were flushed out as well as they could have been. There was also a feeling of darkness there for me that I can’t quite put my finger on.
It’s still well written, filled with lovely metaphors, and not a difficult read at all.
November 12, 2021
This book was so good and the chemistry between the two characters flew off the pages from their very first scene together. I couldn’t put it down. Katia Rose is quickly becoming one of my favorite writers.
May 15, 2023
I loved this! I think this is my favourite Katia Rose book yet. Lovely characters, great descriptions of anxiety, fantastic story. Very well written; some of the sentences were beautiful! Read it!
May 11, 2022
This is a story about besties finding there way back together again.
Nice romantic story, I just wasn't enamored by the chapter to chapter POVs of the main characters.
Nice romantic story, I just wasn't enamored by the chapter to chapter POVs of the main characters.
January 26, 2024
4 Stars
I enjoyed this friends to lovers story so very much. It was funny without it feeling forced, the villains were villainous and the character’s “finding themselves” journey felt authentic and I enjoyed going along with them.
This story made me realise something actually. Some stories are just simply well written. As simple as that. While other stories, despite it following the same formula, just doesn’t feel or read right. Like an ill fitting bra. You tolerate it but you can’t wait to get out of it.
I enjoyed this friends to lovers story so very much. It was funny without it feeling forced, the villains were villainous and the character’s “finding themselves” journey felt authentic and I enjoyed going along with them.
This story made me realise something actually. Some stories are just simply well written. As simple as that. While other stories, despite it following the same formula, just doesn’t feel or read right. Like an ill fitting bra. You tolerate it but you can’t wait to get out of it.
August 20, 2023
Kind of on the fence of if I liked this one, or just needed a palate cleanser and this was around. This is slow burn, childhood best friends to acquaintances to friends to lovers, small Canadian town, recent college graduate having to move back home.
There's some unfortunate dialogue in this, pop culture references and songs that already feel dated, and some parents that like to ask every question related to queer sexual health. Dental dams brought up during family sit down dinner type of 'why the heck was this necessary' situation. Emphasis on clothes and outfits that got distracting and dated the story more. So much Hayley Kiyoko. I swear there's a full ass chapter narrating a music video and both leads watch.
There's also some not so great ableist comments and that classic "I'm the parent/sibling of a disabled kid and I know what's best for them and let me talk about how hard it is for me" dialogue which isn't something I care to read about. It's not malicious, but also didn't feel genuine. There's also a comment associating being Deaf with being stupid that sucked.
There was, however, care that went into one of the lead's anxiety and panic attacks. There's also great mutual pining and angst in this. A very cute and memorable sex scene on a boat. A bit of drama between rich luxury resort parents who think their daughter is being preyed upon by the evil boogeyman lesbian, and small town store owning loveable and nosy family that loves their kiddos. Privileged rich parents being snooty and sending their daughter out on dates with horrendous guys whose parents are friends/guests at the resort.
I finished this, but did I actually enjoy it? Jury's still out.
There's some unfortunate dialogue in this, pop culture references and songs that already feel dated, and some parents that like to ask every question related to queer sexual health. Dental dams brought up during family sit down dinner type of 'why the heck was this necessary' situation. Emphasis on clothes and outfits that got distracting and dated the story more. So much Hayley Kiyoko. I swear there's a full ass chapter narrating a music video and both leads watch.
There's also some not so great ableist comments and that classic "I'm the parent/sibling of a disabled kid and I know what's best for them and let me talk about how hard it is for me" dialogue which isn't something I care to read about. It's not malicious, but also didn't feel genuine. There's also a comment associating being Deaf with being stupid that sucked.
There was, however, care that went into one of the lead's anxiety and panic attacks. There's also great mutual pining and angst in this. A very cute and memorable sex scene on a boat. A bit of drama between rich luxury resort parents who think their daughter is being preyed upon by the evil boogeyman lesbian, and small town store owning loveable and nosy family that loves their kiddos. Privileged rich parents being snooty and sending their daughter out on dates with horrendous guys whose parents are friends/guests at the resort.
I finished this, but did I actually enjoy it? Jury's still out.
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October 20, 2021
It's finally here! I am beyond excited to announce that my second F/F romance, This Used to Be Easier, is now LIVE. Cue the air horns! I had so much fun with this former-best-friends-to-lovers romantic comedy, and it's got my signature blend of humor, heat, and heart with a touch of angst. I can't wait for everyone to meet Connie and Meg!
This is my very first small town romance, and I loved exploring the setting. Quirky supporting characters are some of my favourite parts of a book, and every small town has its fair share of quirky characters. This Used to Be Easier is no exception, and they all come together to help (or hinder) Connie and Meg's journey to find their way back into each other's lives. This story serves up a whole assortment of swoon-worthy romantic moments, and its features one of my favourite kisses I've ever written.
I hope reading it whisks you away to cottage country and brings some queer joy to your day!
-Katia
October 12, 2022
Pros:
Fun book, good chemistry, good politics, great handling of severe anxiety disorder.
Con:
The main sex scene. Is it just me, or was that a bit weird for a first time together?
Fun book, good chemistry, good politics, great handling of severe anxiety disorder.
Con:
The main sex scene. Is it just me, or was that a bit weird for a first time together?
October 11, 2021
I loved Katia Rose‘s book Catch and Cradle and one of the things that stuck with me was how deep I felt the characters emotions. And wow it wasn’t any different in this book.
Right from the start I got sucked in in the story of Meg and Connie that were childhood friends but went their different way after one kiss on a dare. The kiss changed them both, but while Meg knew that she felt more than just friendship, Connie pushed her away and broke Meg’s heart (including her own).
When Meg returns to her hometown their feelings come back full force. Well not that Meg really believed that Connie felt the same. Connie the one that always had to behave in a way her parents approved of and just as everyone expected from her. Deep inside and also on the outside she is suffering from anxiety and panic attacks. The only person she was ever able to be herself was Meg.
Meg on the other hand only felt that she really fit when she was with Connie and when she moved to Montreal. When she is coming home both slowly navigate to each other. Both start to slowly find their true self, alone and with each other. The depth of their emotions is just incredible. How Katia Rose this but also Connie‘s anxiety and panic attacks is incredible and I felt like I was feeling it too.
For me this book was a total page turner. It’s about finding yourself and finally doing what you want and not what others expect. I can’t say which book I loved more (Catch and Cradle or this one). And I somehow don’t wanna choose. Both are perfect in their own way.
I also loved the side characters (well minus Connie‘s dad). Meg‘s mum is just amazing. But also her dad and her brother. Even Connie‘s mum grew to me the longer the story went on.
I would definitely love to see more of these characters one day. I feel there is so much more to tell. Until then I will definitely look out what’s coming next by Katia and hope many others will join me there.
I received an ARC of this book via StoryOrigin and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Right from the start I got sucked in in the story of Meg and Connie that were childhood friends but went their different way after one kiss on a dare. The kiss changed them both, but while Meg knew that she felt more than just friendship, Connie pushed her away and broke Meg’s heart (including her own).
When Meg returns to her hometown their feelings come back full force. Well not that Meg really believed that Connie felt the same. Connie the one that always had to behave in a way her parents approved of and just as everyone expected from her. Deep inside and also on the outside she is suffering from anxiety and panic attacks. The only person she was ever able to be herself was Meg.
Meg on the other hand only felt that she really fit when she was with Connie and when she moved to Montreal. When she is coming home both slowly navigate to each other. Both start to slowly find their true self, alone and with each other. The depth of their emotions is just incredible. How Katia Rose this but also Connie‘s anxiety and panic attacks is incredible and I felt like I was feeling it too.
For me this book was a total page turner. It’s about finding yourself and finally doing what you want and not what others expect. I can’t say which book I loved more (Catch and Cradle or this one). And I somehow don’t wanna choose. Both are perfect in their own way.
I also loved the side characters (well minus Connie‘s dad). Meg‘s mum is just amazing. But also her dad and her brother. Even Connie‘s mum grew to me the longer the story went on.
I would definitely love to see more of these characters one day. I feel there is so much more to tell. Until then I will definitely look out what’s coming next by Katia and hope many others will join me there.
I received an ARC of this book via StoryOrigin and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 30, 2021
A copy of the book was provided to Sapphic Book Club in exchange for an honest review.
3.5 Stars
I loved another Book Club book, Catch and Cradle, so when another book by Rose became available, I couldn't wait to crack it open. This book follows Meg, a recent graduate who's summer internship is unexpectedly cut, leaving her having to go live with her parents in her home town. There she runs into Connie, her former best friend she hasn't really talked to since graduation after they kissed.
I liked Meg and her family. Her mom was funny! Googling lesbian slang terms and then springing them on Meg at the best of times. Their family dynamic was very heartwarming and great to read. I like Connie and her journey on handling her mental health. Overall, I really enjoyed how all of the characters navigated mental health and the discussions around it.
The one struggle I had with this book had to do with me rather than the quality of the book. I read for fun but also as a way to deal with my own anxiety, and when there is a character that has major anxiety, it can trigger my anxiety. Connie has major anxiety and spends much of the book overcoming her anxiety. There were times I found myself starting to feel anxious while reading Connie's anxiousness. Because of this, there were times when I would speed read through to get out of the anxious parts. I feel like Rose handled the anxiety and the conversations around mental health really well.
Overall, I thought this was well written and has the same fun and witty dialog that I liked so much in her previous book, Catch and Cradle. I would recommend this book to fans of Rose's other works and fans of contemporary romance.
3.5 Stars
I loved another Book Club book, Catch and Cradle, so when another book by Rose became available, I couldn't wait to crack it open. This book follows Meg, a recent graduate who's summer internship is unexpectedly cut, leaving her having to go live with her parents in her home town. There she runs into Connie, her former best friend she hasn't really talked to since graduation after they kissed.
I liked Meg and her family. Her mom was funny! Googling lesbian slang terms and then springing them on Meg at the best of times. Their family dynamic was very heartwarming and great to read. I like Connie and her journey on handling her mental health. Overall, I really enjoyed how all of the characters navigated mental health and the discussions around it.
The one struggle I had with this book had to do with me rather than the quality of the book. I read for fun but also as a way to deal with my own anxiety, and when there is a character that has major anxiety, it can trigger my anxiety. Connie has major anxiety and spends much of the book overcoming her anxiety. There were times I found myself starting to feel anxious while reading Connie's anxiousness. Because of this, there were times when I would speed read through to get out of the anxious parts. I feel like Rose handled the anxiety and the conversations around mental health really well.
Overall, I thought this was well written and has the same fun and witty dialog that I liked so much in her previous book, Catch and Cradle. I would recommend this book to fans of Rose's other works and fans of contemporary romance.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 24, 2024
finally free thank god its over
September 14, 2024
I didn’t like this as much as I enjoyed Catch and Cradle, but it wasn’t an unpleasant way to spend my time.
It Used to be Easier is a second-chance, friends-to-lovers romance that takes place is Ontario’s cottage country. Meg has just graduated from McGill University in Montreal and has to return to her small town when her internship in France falls through. She’s dreading going home because it turns out being an out queer person in a small town is really hard. And Connie is at home, and she hasn’t seen Connie since she graduated—not since they made out at a party. But when she and Connie run into each other (as is inevitable in small town), it’s like time hasn’t passed. This also means their hangups also haven’t really changed either. Connie’s anxiety is also a reality.
I was pretty underwhelmed by this novel, if I’m being honest. The feelings are too big too quickly. Connie’s parents are ridiculously over the top as villains. There’s protective and then there’s abusive. Her parents lean toward the latter. Also, the obsession with Montreal was so odd. The small town they’re from is somewhere between Toronto and Montreal and both Meg and Connie were just so set on Montreal for reasons that were never explained. It felt super odd to me, a person who loves between Toronto and Montreal.
It Used to be Easier is a second-chance, friends-to-lovers romance that takes place is Ontario’s cottage country. Meg has just graduated from McGill University in Montreal and has to return to her small town when her internship in France falls through. She’s dreading going home because it turns out being an out queer person in a small town is really hard. And Connie is at home, and she hasn’t seen Connie since she graduated—not since they made out at a party. But when she and Connie run into each other (as is inevitable in small town), it’s like time hasn’t passed. This also means their hangups also haven’t really changed either. Connie’s anxiety is also a reality.
I was pretty underwhelmed by this novel, if I’m being honest. The feelings are too big too quickly. Connie’s parents are ridiculously over the top as villains. There’s protective and then there’s abusive. Her parents lean toward the latter. Also, the obsession with Montreal was so odd. The small town they’re from is somewhere between Toronto and Montreal and both Meg and Connie were just so set on Montreal for reasons that were never explained. It felt super odd to me, a person who loves between Toronto and Montreal.
December 25, 2023
4.5 ⭐️ love the anxiety rep and i did in fact shed a tear.
wish i had megs mother in my life it'd be great
wish i had megs mother in my life it'd be great
November 1, 2021
This Used to Be Easier is about Meg Doyle who returns to her hometown after her plans post-grad has been disrupted. She's not exactly happy about her return but runs into the girl who used to be her best friend and once shared a kiss.
My rating: 4.75 out of 5 stars
Wow, I didn't think that this book by Katia Rose could be as good as Catch and Cradle, but I was gladly proven wrong. In fact, I enjoyed reading This Used to Be Easier even more. This book is written in the first person narrative, in case that influences whether you want to read this book or not.
The characters in the book are easy to like (and to hate), but I especially liked Connie's character arc. Katia Rose wrote it well and it was a nice progression to see Connie's development throughout the course of the book. One of the main characters has anxiety and whenever it was described, I could just imagine it.
I think I mentioned this in my review of Catch and Cradle, but I definitely appreciated the fact that the book is set place in Canada. It's not often that I read a book that it is close to home.
I would gladly recommend this book for others to read and I look forward to see what the author has in store for us next.
A copy of the book was provided to Sapphic Book Club in exchange for an honest review.
My rating: 4.75 out of 5 stars
Wow, I didn't think that this book by Katia Rose could be as good as Catch and Cradle, but I was gladly proven wrong. In fact, I enjoyed reading This Used to Be Easier even more. This book is written in the first person narrative, in case that influences whether you want to read this book or not.
The characters in the book are easy to like (and to hate), but I especially liked Connie's character arc. Katia Rose wrote it well and it was a nice progression to see Connie's development throughout the course of the book. One of the main characters has anxiety and whenever it was described, I could just imagine it.
I think I mentioned this in my review of Catch and Cradle, but I definitely appreciated the fact that the book is set place in Canada. It's not often that I read a book that it is close to home.
I would gladly recommend this book for others to read and I look forward to see what the author has in store for us next.
A copy of the book was provided to Sapphic Book Club in exchange for an honest review.
November 15, 2021
This was such a great summer romance to restore some warmth into your heart during the winter season. The only other book I had read by Katia Rose before this was Catch and Cradle (also great), so I wasn’t prepared for the emotional depth of these characters, but I loved it. Meg is completely and unashamedly herself and I think she serves as a great reminder to everyone who reads this that we can all find our place in the world as our authentic selves regardless of where we come from. And Connie…I don’t even know where to begin. Rose captures the feelings of anxiety so well. I physically felt my heart speeding up and my palms getting sweaty with all the scenes with her parents. But, the growth we get out of her character is amazing to watch. Great characters and an easy ready are my perfect recipe for a summer romance so I can’t recommend this one enough!
February 27, 2022
I have never done one of these but i really want to! Anyways this book was so good and pulled out all my emotions - the characters Meg and Connie fit so well together ( I won’t leave spoilers hehe ). How they overcome their past of being best friends and seeing each other for the first time in four years to making it work in the end is amazing! I wish we could have seen a little more of them at the end , but nonetheless it was a perfect WLW read!
January 4, 2022
I really loved this book even though it 'pulled in the middle and I skip read a couple of those chapters and it verged on a Brick wall ending, but the first 60%, and the final 25% made it five stars. Great characters - highly recommended.
October 24, 2021
Not as funny as Catch and Cradle but still a very enjoyable read.
May 10, 2022
3 ½ stars
cute, lighthearted, and just the right book for this time of the year
cute, lighthearted, and just the right book for this time of the year
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