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Soulmates: A Metaphysical Love Story
Audrey Anderson is the perfect example of a young, devout Evangelical woman, right down to the future pastor she’s dating. But when she meets sweet, irreverent Zachary, everything she believes is called into question. While her boyfriend is exactly who her family wants her to be with, Zachary is, unbeknownst to Audrey, her soulmate from many lives past.
Travel through time and space in this epic love story about two souls destined to meet one another in life after life. Through snapshots of many lives and realities, this epic reincarnation romance places Audrey and Zachary’s love on a cosmic stage. Follow Audrey’s journey as she breaks free from the pressures of family and religion to pursue her dreams, and witness as the unearthly tether that binds her to her true love pulls them together again and again—in our time, in the past, and on strange and distant worlds.
This book contains the following content, which some readers may find difficult to read: domestic abuse (mental/emotional), religious trauma, family estrangement, abortion, illicit drug use.
Travel through time and space in this epic love story about two souls destined to meet one another in life after life. Through snapshots of many lives and realities, this epic reincarnation romance places Audrey and Zachary’s love on a cosmic stage. Follow Audrey’s journey as she breaks free from the pressures of family and religion to pursue her dreams, and witness as the unearthly tether that binds her to her true love pulls them together again and again—in our time, in the past, and on strange and distant worlds.
This book contains the following content, which some readers may find difficult to read: domestic abuse (mental/emotional), religious trauma, family estrangement, abortion, illicit drug use.
- GenresRomance
333 pages, Hardcover
First published October 9, 2022
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About the author
Sarah Faeth Sanders
4 books27 followersSarah Faeth Sanders has been a storyteller since she was a little girl, when she would sit her parents down and spin new tales on makeshift stages, always ending her narratives with the mysterious phrase “A Duck and a Rabbit” instead of “The End.” This tendency to avoid absolutes followed her into her career as an author with the release of her debut novel, Soulmates: A Metaphysical Love Story, a reincarnation romance. This tale of destined love and found family plays with time and avoids absolutes like “The End” through its exploration of the multiple lives of its characters. Soulmates quickly turned into The Metaphysical Love Stories series, a series of standalone reincarnation romance novels. Book two, Fated Tides, released in January 2024.
Sarah grew up in the beautiful, wide-open spaces of Northeastern Nevada. She received her BA in Sociology in 2012. She attended a private Christian university, inspired by her conversion to Evangelical Christianity in high school. She began the process of deconstruction at this college and would eventually leave Christianity behind and embrace her more spiritual upbringing. Sarah’s process of healing from religious trauma and Evangelical patriarchal control informs much of her creative work.
Sarah and her partner, Adam, welcomed their son Damian into the world in 2017. In 2022, she received her MS in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She currently lives in the Pacific Northwest, where she draws inspiration from her natural surroundings to create new worlds. Sarah aspires to become an elusive hedge witch someday, increasingly one with the forest, communicating with the outer world solely through her increasingly whimsical and cryptic stories and a few friendly crows trained to deliver handwritten messages.
Sarah grew up in the beautiful, wide-open spaces of Northeastern Nevada. She received her BA in Sociology in 2012. She attended a private Christian university, inspired by her conversion to Evangelical Christianity in high school. She began the process of deconstruction at this college and would eventually leave Christianity behind and embrace her more spiritual upbringing. Sarah’s process of healing from religious trauma and Evangelical patriarchal control informs much of her creative work.
Sarah and her partner, Adam, welcomed their son Damian into the world in 2017. In 2022, she received her MS in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She currently lives in the Pacific Northwest, where she draws inspiration from her natural surroundings to create new worlds. Sarah aspires to become an elusive hedge witch someday, increasingly one with the forest, communicating with the outer world solely through her increasingly whimsical and cryptic stories and a few friendly crows trained to deliver handwritten messages.
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September 17, 2022
I cried nineteen times while reading this book. NINETEEN. This was one of the most beautifully written books I’ve read in a long time if not EVER. I got this as an ARC and I will 100% be buying a physical copy when it drops. I can’t live without it.
The author has an absolute talent when it comes to tearing your heart out in a good way. The storytelling was magnificent. I loved every flashback to every life, and I had cried 4 times before chapter 5. The very first reunion for the current life being told had me sobbing for an HOUR.
Zachary is definitely and will forever be within my top three book boyfriends of all time. I’ve never experienced a book where a man is so incredibly selfless and willing to let the person he loves achieve their dreams. The fact that they picked up right where they left off every time even with years and years in between was so amazing and wholesome. He truly is the perfect man.
I legitimately almost threw up from how much this book broke my heart, but it did it in the best way possible. This was such a heartfelt, deep, transcendental love story spanning over so many lives. It had to be one of the saddest books I’ve ever read and I loved every single minute of it.
I feel like a broken human being. I am in pieces. I’m going to have such a serious book hangover from this it’s unreal. But I feel like it’s exactly what I needed at this moment in time.
I’m so incredibly excited for books from this author in the future and I can’t wait to see what she comes out with next.
The author has an absolute talent when it comes to tearing your heart out in a good way. The storytelling was magnificent. I loved every flashback to every life, and I had cried 4 times before chapter 5. The very first reunion for the current life being told had me sobbing for an HOUR.
Zachary is definitely and will forever be within my top three book boyfriends of all time. I’ve never experienced a book where a man is so incredibly selfless and willing to let the person he loves achieve their dreams. The fact that they picked up right where they left off every time even with years and years in between was so amazing and wholesome. He truly is the perfect man.
I legitimately almost threw up from how much this book broke my heart, but it did it in the best way possible. This was such a heartfelt, deep, transcendental love story spanning over so many lives. It had to be one of the saddest books I’ve ever read and I loved every single minute of it.
I feel like a broken human being. I am in pieces. I’m going to have such a serious book hangover from this it’s unreal. But I feel like it’s exactly what I needed at this moment in time.
I’m so incredibly excited for books from this author in the future and I can’t wait to see what she comes out with next.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 9, 2022
I made the mistake (and a glorious one) of downloading the ARC of Soulmates before I got into my bath this morning. I finally dragged myself out, three hours and multiple refills later, to replant myself on the sofa and carry on reading it. I may have lost my day, unintentionally reading, but, oh, my, it was beautiful, wonderful, and beyond anything I can think of to describe how full of enjoyment it was. By my age, after a lifetime with my nose in a book, I've read more books than I could possibly hope to count but it is many many years since a book touched me so profoundly. I imagined a heartwarming romance story, a feel-good few hours in a Sunday afternoon, but it was so much more than that. In many ways, the romance of it was almost secondary to the heartfelt emotional hope of the story. It had that rare quality that makes you forget you are reading and feel like you are sitting with an old friend as they tell you their story. At heart, and for decades, I have been a fantasy nerd and most books I read are fantasy. But, this is the first book in almost fifty years of reading that would make it to make to my favourite books list and not be fantasy. There are a few books, in my life that have spoken to me on the level this did. Although it bears no similarity to them, it held that wonderful "thing" that speaks to ME. It was beautifully crafted and I knew I had to I loved it, cried with it, laughed with it, hated it, and felt it.
September 16, 2022
I was lucky enough to come across a post for an ARC for Sarah’s debut novel. I didn’t know it when I made the decision to download it—but as soon as I read the first chapter—that moment felt fated. I was hooked immediately.
I can say with 100% certainty, that this is THE BEST book I have ever read. Going into it, I didn’t set any expectation, as I usually read thrillers/horrors more than any other genre. That being said, I’ve been trying to branch out into different genres and I am so happy that I did.
The book follows the characters Audrey and Zachary, who are soulmates, destined to meet one another in every single one of their lifetimes. The main story follows their current lifetime, but contains little sub chapters of their other lives throughout the book.
For anyone who is a big sap for romance like me, you will find that this is somewhat of a slow burn. However, the author does such an amazing job with developing Audrey’s character, that you can’t even be mad! Getting to know Audrey and diving into who she is, helps to make this story so relatable. She struggles with figuring out who she is, what she believes in and how to navigate her way through what she believes society expects of her.
Zachary is such a beautiful character. He is the type of person I feel like everyone would want in their life (hence, SOULMATES lol). But after reading this book, I’m convinced everyone will wish Zachary was their soulmate!
I don’t want to say much more about the book itself, as I don’t want this review to contain any spoilers! However, please do yourself a favor and RUN to buy this book as soon as it comes out! I will be recommending it to everyone I know 😏
Sarah, thank you for this amazing book. You have truly done an amazing job of filling my soul with a beautiful love story that expands beyond this lifetime 💖
I can say with 100% certainty, that this is THE BEST book I have ever read. Going into it, I didn’t set any expectation, as I usually read thrillers/horrors more than any other genre. That being said, I’ve been trying to branch out into different genres and I am so happy that I did.
The book follows the characters Audrey and Zachary, who are soulmates, destined to meet one another in every single one of their lifetimes. The main story follows their current lifetime, but contains little sub chapters of their other lives throughout the book.
For anyone who is a big sap for romance like me, you will find that this is somewhat of a slow burn. However, the author does such an amazing job with developing Audrey’s character, that you can’t even be mad! Getting to know Audrey and diving into who she is, helps to make this story so relatable. She struggles with figuring out who she is, what she believes in and how to navigate her way through what she believes society expects of her.
Zachary is such a beautiful character. He is the type of person I feel like everyone would want in their life (hence, SOULMATES lol). But after reading this book, I’m convinced everyone will wish Zachary was their soulmate!
I don’t want to say much more about the book itself, as I don’t want this review to contain any spoilers! However, please do yourself a favor and RUN to buy this book as soon as it comes out! I will be recommending it to everyone I know 😏
Sarah, thank you for this amazing book. You have truly done an amazing job of filling my soul with a beautiful love story that expands beyond this lifetime 💖
September 7, 2023
Firstly, I have to say, I don’t think I’ve ever read a book as fast as I read this story of Audrey and Zachary.
Not only did I melt within the first chapter of Sarah Sander’s comforting and empowering writing voice, but the core of the story, the soulmates aspect, was very interesting and took some turns I didn’t expect.
What I loved most about this lovely book was the adventure of seeing the main character, Audrey, grow. It was incredibly empowering and was so unique to witness. I applaud Sarah Sander’s character development in making that growth feel organic.
I look forward to seeing Sarah Sander’s work continue to flourish, and congratulate her on a beautiful debut!
Not only did I melt within the first chapter of Sarah Sander’s comforting and empowering writing voice, but the core of the story, the soulmates aspect, was very interesting and took some turns I didn’t expect.
What I loved most about this lovely book was the adventure of seeing the main character, Audrey, grow. It was incredibly empowering and was so unique to witness. I applaud Sarah Sander’s character development in making that growth feel organic.
I look forward to seeing Sarah Sander’s work continue to flourish, and congratulate her on a beautiful debut!
November 5, 2022
Wow. I just finished this book and I’m still trying to process a bit. I was given an E-ARC of this book and once I stared reading it, before I even got a quarter of the way in, I bought a physical signed copy from the authors website because I needed to have it on my shelf so I could always come back to it.
This book made me bawl SO MANY TIMES! It ripped my heart to shreds and put it back together over and over in the most beautiful way.
This is the most magnificent story of love. I am still a bit speechless. What a truly touching concept with these soulmates. My physical copy will be delivered today and I can’t wait to reread it and annotate. I am obsessed. So beautiful.
Thank you for this story.
This book made me bawl SO MANY TIMES! It ripped my heart to shreds and put it back together over and over in the most beautiful way.
This is the most magnificent story of love. I am still a bit speechless. What a truly touching concept with these soulmates. My physical copy will be delivered today and I can’t wait to reread it and annotate. I am obsessed. So beautiful.
Thank you for this story.
April 13, 2023
I’ll be honest, this isn’t a book I’d pick up in stores if I saw it. But a friend lent it to me and I’m really glad she did. While initially I thought the writing was really one-dimensional and didn’t give the readers much room to analyze the characters or think critically about the scenarios, I’m ultimately glad most things were explained by the end. I’m a sucker for an honest resolution. Super sappy, lovey-dovey story but it was so easy to read and was hard not to fall in love as the characters did. I even related to Audrey to some extent with super Christian upbringings and straying away from religiously-enforced ideations to live a life bigger than a God that is often shoved down our throats. Last note: Colleen Hoover fans y’all will LOVE this one.
September 18, 2022
I had the immense privilege of reading this before it came out as a beta reader!
I usually go for audio books (and I hear Soulmates has one set to come out close to release!!) But I didn't want to wait to read this one!
It was a perfect blend of reality and fantasy, tragedy and joy, detail and space for you imagination to run!
Sander's ability to bring in sensitive, current, subject matter without making it feel extra or so "in your face" is a skill that would be nice to see in more literature and entertainment.
I laughed, I literally cried, I curled up in my bed and didn't want to put it down. I haven't been able to get through a physical book for years (Mom of 2 los), but I barricaded myself away from my family and finished this book in 2 days.
Soulmates will fill your mind with wonder and leave you wanting! I hope Sanders has at least 1 sequel (or prequel)in the works!
Soulmates is a feast for your mind! Enjoy!
I usually go for audio books (and I hear Soulmates has one set to come out close to release!!) But I didn't want to wait to read this one!
It was a perfect blend of reality and fantasy, tragedy and joy, detail and space for you imagination to run!
Sander's ability to bring in sensitive, current, subject matter without making it feel extra or so "in your face" is a skill that would be nice to see in more literature and entertainment.
I laughed, I literally cried, I curled up in my bed and didn't want to put it down. I haven't been able to get through a physical book for years (Mom of 2 los), but I barricaded myself away from my family and finished this book in 2 days.
Soulmates will fill your mind with wonder and leave you wanting! I hope Sanders has at least 1 sequel (or prequel)in the works!
Soulmates is a feast for your mind! Enjoy!
October 13, 2022
Wow what a beautiful page turner, was not expecting that as first chapter bit cryptic and left me unsure, but was all uphill and engrossed as story began.
Loved the vignettes in between chapters of previous life interludes.
Great debut novel, good characters, unexpected storyline and beautifully written.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Loved the vignettes in between chapters of previous life interludes.
Great debut novel, good characters, unexpected storyline and beautifully written.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 22, 2022
"In the grand tapestry of existence, you and I are interwoven threads."
Ratings: 5 ⭐️
TW: trauma, abuse, gaslighting, manipulation, abortion
Thank you to Sarah, the author of this book, for personally sending me a copy. It is truly an honour and I really appreciate it.
THERE ARE SO MANY GOOD THINGS I WANT TO SAY ABOUT THIS BOOK, but i know I cannot properly put them in words. This book is like a crossover of "It Ends With Us" by Colleen Hoover and "The Next Together" by Lauren James.
Soulmates is a story about Audrey Anderson whose life has all figured out– her relationship with Paul, her belief to Christianity, until she met Zachary Peters. This follows the story of Audrey and Zachary through more lives than one as they search for each other across time and space.
The writings? IT WAS WHIMISCAL, BEAUTIFUL AND POETIC. I was genuinely surprised by it as I didn't expect much from a debut novel. But this book? Amazing. (The second debut novel that got me in awe after The Poppy War and The City of Brass). The vivid description, the songs, the emotions. ALL THE FEELS.
The characters are all amazing. I could feel the instant connection between Zachary and Audrey the moment they first met each other. The author did a good job on manoeuvring their relationship instantly. And not to mention, Paul is a good epitome of abuser and I was terrified by his behaviour. And I truly understand why Audrey can't ditch him as soon as she saw all the redflags.
Zachary, my dreamy man! He was truly a man written by woman. He's thoughtful, charming, would go to a supermarket and the first thing that ran through his mind is 'Audrey would be so happy if I bought this for her.', support his woman's dreams, save Audrey a seat in his boat, listen to her, give Audrey his handmade wooden flower and the list will keep going!!
The concept of this book was unique and I have read a book that similar to it which is The Next Together by Lauren James. I can't help but love Soulmates more 🤪
Though the romance was sweet and fluffy, this book brought so much heavy topics and I would really advise you to search for its trigger warning before picking it up!
Second chance romance would always have a soft sport in my heart. Call me bias or whatever, I would never stop talking about this book!!
Soulmates are now available for purchase.
I would highly recommend this book is you are a fan of:
🤍 second chance romance
🤍 friends-to-lovers
🤍 metaphysical romance
An instant 5 ⭐️ read for me!
p/s: this book talked a lot on religions and beliefs. as a Muslim and also a reader, I always separate the reality from fictions as I do have my own faith to my religion. so to all fellow muslim readers out there, if you want to pick this book up, just read it with open heart okiee, no worry.
Ratings: 5 ⭐️
TW: trauma, abuse, gaslighting, manipulation, abortion
Thank you to Sarah, the author of this book, for personally sending me a copy. It is truly an honour and I really appreciate it.
THERE ARE SO MANY GOOD THINGS I WANT TO SAY ABOUT THIS BOOK, but i know I cannot properly put them in words. This book is like a crossover of "It Ends With Us" by Colleen Hoover and "The Next Together" by Lauren James.
Soulmates is a story about Audrey Anderson whose life has all figured out– her relationship with Paul, her belief to Christianity, until she met Zachary Peters. This follows the story of Audrey and Zachary through more lives than one as they search for each other across time and space.
The writings? IT WAS WHIMISCAL, BEAUTIFUL AND POETIC. I was genuinely surprised by it as I didn't expect much from a debut novel. But this book? Amazing. (The second debut novel that got me in awe after The Poppy War and The City of Brass). The vivid description, the songs, the emotions. ALL THE FEELS.
The characters are all amazing. I could feel the instant connection between Zachary and Audrey the moment they first met each other. The author did a good job on manoeuvring their relationship instantly. And not to mention, Paul is a good epitome of abuser and I was terrified by his behaviour. And I truly understand why Audrey can't ditch him as soon as she saw all the redflags.
Zachary, my dreamy man! He was truly a man written by woman. He's thoughtful, charming, would go to a supermarket and the first thing that ran through his mind is 'Audrey would be so happy if I bought this for her.', support his woman's dreams, save Audrey a seat in his boat, listen to her, give Audrey his handmade wooden flower and the list will keep going!!
The concept of this book was unique and I have read a book that similar to it which is The Next Together by Lauren James. I can't help but love Soulmates more 🤪
Though the romance was sweet and fluffy, this book brought so much heavy topics and I would really advise you to search for its trigger warning before picking it up!
Second chance romance would always have a soft sport in my heart. Call me bias or whatever, I would never stop talking about this book!!
Soulmates are now available for purchase.
I would highly recommend this book is you are a fan of:
🤍 second chance romance
🤍 friends-to-lovers
🤍 metaphysical romance
An instant 5 ⭐️ read for me!
p/s: this book talked a lot on religions and beliefs. as a Muslim and also a reader, I always separate the reality from fictions as I do have my own faith to my religion. so to all fellow muslim readers out there, if you want to pick this book up, just read it with open heart okiee, no worry.
October 9, 2022
This book gave me ALL the BIG FEELS. I laughed, I cried, I yelled in frustration and rage, I screamed in delight. This book is love, the human experience, and beyond.
It is very important to note that there are some triggers, so read in detail the trigger warnings in the front of the book or on Sarah's website. They include emotional domestic abuse, religious trauma, family estrangement, abortion, and elicit drug use.
The story follows Audrey and Zachary throughout all their lives in different timelines and worlds/realms. The longer story arc follows them through a contemporary timeline into the future. The longer timeline is interrupted (most interestingly and not frustrating at all) with snippets of their former lives in between each chapter. In some of their lives they end up together and in others they do not. this makes the longer story arc all the more suspenseful as you are not sure if they will end up together or not until the end. To say anything beyond this would probably provide too many spoilers, so I won't give too much away.
The romance part of the story is definitely a slow burn, but the character development and the plot makes the whole book so worth it. I personally read romance on all sides of the spice spectrum. It is definitely not a smut novel, so if you're looking for that you won't find it here.
Audrey's character is every woman. She is a modern woman trying to find her place in the world . She faces pressure from society, family, and her own thoughts of who she is supposed to be. Her story is a tale of courage, redemption, and the processing of trauma. By following her own heart and her dreams she becomes the woman that she is meant to be. Zachary is just the most supporting romantic partner. His patience puts every man ever to shame. My heart broke for him over and over again throughout the book. He has his own personal successes that you cheer for throughout the story as well though.
As mentioned by other reviewers, this book gave me a hangover. I also may have regurgitated word vomit all over my husband after finishing the novel. He just nodded and smiled and gave me a look like he was placating a crazy person, but to be fair there was a lot to unpack.🤣
Read it. It will pull your heart out of you chest, tear it into little bitty pieces, and then put it back together in the most beautiful way.
It is very important to note that there are some triggers, so read in detail the trigger warnings in the front of the book or on Sarah's website. They include emotional domestic abuse, religious trauma, family estrangement, abortion, and elicit drug use.
The story follows Audrey and Zachary throughout all their lives in different timelines and worlds/realms. The longer story arc follows them through a contemporary timeline into the future. The longer timeline is interrupted (most interestingly and not frustrating at all) with snippets of their former lives in between each chapter. In some of their lives they end up together and in others they do not. this makes the longer story arc all the more suspenseful as you are not sure if they will end up together or not until the end. To say anything beyond this would probably provide too many spoilers, so I won't give too much away.
The romance part of the story is definitely a slow burn, but the character development and the plot makes the whole book so worth it. I personally read romance on all sides of the spice spectrum. It is definitely not a smut novel, so if you're looking for that you won't find it here.
Audrey's character is every woman. She is a modern woman trying to find her place in the world . She faces pressure from society, family, and her own thoughts of who she is supposed to be. Her story is a tale of courage, redemption, and the processing of trauma. By following her own heart and her dreams she becomes the woman that she is meant to be. Zachary is just the most supporting romantic partner. His patience puts every man ever to shame. My heart broke for him over and over again throughout the book. He has his own personal successes that you cheer for throughout the story as well though.
As mentioned by other reviewers, this book gave me a hangover. I also may have regurgitated word vomit all over my husband after finishing the novel. He just nodded and smiled and gave me a look like he was placating a crazy person, but to be fair there was a lot to unpack.🤣
Read it. It will pull your heart out of you chest, tear it into little bitty pieces, and then put it back together in the most beautiful way.
September 25, 2022
I did an ARC reading for this book for an honest review. “Soulmates” was a cute story about two souls who meet up again and again in different lives. The main focus was on one life between Audrey and Zachary, but in between groups of chapters, there were little snippets of previous lives where their souls found each other. I really enjoyed the idea for this book, and I like how Sanders kept bringing the story back to their current life. Sanders’ writing was also very good at stirring emotions. I felt happy, sad, and angry throughout this novel.
Though Audrey and Zachary are soulmates, some plot points manage to tear the characters apart. I was compelled to keep reading because I wanted to know if they would eventually get to a point in their lives where they could be together. Some of the timelines when they were separated frustrated me because some of the time gaps were longer than I expected. There were so many opportunities when they could have tried harder to be together. Also, there could have been easier ways to track each other down when they weren’t together. Zachary wasn’t on social media, so Audrey couldn’t have found him that way, but she knew he was going to start his own business, Peterson Designs, so she could have searched for his company. I understand why Sanders kept them apart in the first part of the novel, though, since they come together again by fate.
Overall, this novel was a charming tale about fated lovers and how life sometimes gets in the way. There were a few parts where Sanders could have expanded the story because it has a very fast pace since it covers both characters’ entire lives. I enjoyed the whimsical aspect when Sanders describes the souls and how they call to each other, each like a magnet trying to reach one another. I recommend this book if you adore fated love, feeling a wide range of emotions, and the real hardships of life for the decisions made throughout.
Though Audrey and Zachary are soulmates, some plot points manage to tear the characters apart. I was compelled to keep reading because I wanted to know if they would eventually get to a point in their lives where they could be together. Some of the timelines when they were separated frustrated me because some of the time gaps were longer than I expected. There were so many opportunities when they could have tried harder to be together. Also, there could have been easier ways to track each other down when they weren’t together. Zachary wasn’t on social media, so Audrey couldn’t have found him that way, but she knew he was going to start his own business, Peterson Designs, so she could have searched for his company. I understand why Sanders kept them apart in the first part of the novel, though, since they come together again by fate.
Overall, this novel was a charming tale about fated lovers and how life sometimes gets in the way. There were a few parts where Sanders could have expanded the story because it has a very fast pace since it covers both characters’ entire lives. I enjoyed the whimsical aspect when Sanders describes the souls and how they call to each other, each like a magnet trying to reach one another. I recommend this book if you adore fated love, feeling a wide range of emotions, and the real hardships of life for the decisions made throughout.
October 9, 2022
And she did it. She brought me to tears. I haven’t cried over a book for quite some time now but she did it. Soulmates is like nothing you have ever read before. It takes you on a spiritual journey, Audrey’s journey of self discovery. Who does she want to be? How does she listen to her heart when so many others are forcing her in other directions? This book explains that sometimes not all is as it seems or more simply put, things are not always for us to control. This isn’t just a love story; this explores more than just love as we know it in this physical world. It makes you really use your brain and think of all the possibilities and secrets this universe holds for us.
This book made me question every decision I have ever made in my life. As a true romantic, to find such a connection as a soulmate seemed just that to me. Romanticism. Beautiful but not of this world.
“If this is not something you have experienced, dear reader, there is still hope. For time is a plentiful thing, though perhaps you cannot see that yet. There is time, in this life or another, or somewhere in between, to love and be loved in exactly the way your heart desires.”
Do you see now why I cried? I have been happily married for 20 years and this paragraph blew my mind. It confirmed my suspicions of a closeness that felt more familiar than it should have and it gave me hope that the end of my life on this earth is maybe just a beginning of the next chapter. There’s still time. In this life or the next.
This book made me question every decision I have ever made in my life. As a true romantic, to find such a connection as a soulmate seemed just that to me. Romanticism. Beautiful but not of this world.
“If this is not something you have experienced, dear reader, there is still hope. For time is a plentiful thing, though perhaps you cannot see that yet. There is time, in this life or another, or somewhere in between, to love and be loved in exactly the way your heart desires.”
Do you see now why I cried? I have been happily married for 20 years and this paragraph blew my mind. It confirmed my suspicions of a closeness that felt more familiar than it should have and it gave me hope that the end of my life on this earth is maybe just a beginning of the next chapter. There’s still time. In this life or the next.
October 9, 2022
Definitely one of my top reads of 2022, Soulmates gripped me from the beginning and never let go. Soulmates is the story of Audrey and Zachary as they navigate through many lives, while focusing mainly on one.
Audrey was brought up in the church and has a nearly predestined future set out for her – college, boyfriend, marriage, baby. When she decides to take a job at a local coffee shop, she meets Zachary. They develop a friendship and closeness that was unexpected – and confusing – to Audrey. There’s so much more to the story – but you’ve got to read it to find out!
So unique to this story is the narrator. It’s almost like I could hear those sentences being read in Morgan Freeman’s voice. It harkened of what’s to come for the two, while also bringing to the forefront what happened in lives past.
A tale of self-discovery, personal growth, overcoming obstacles, and following one’s dreams (and heart), Soulmates is like a hug to your heart. Please do yourself a favor and read this.
Special thanks to the author for the ARC. All thoughts in this review are honest and my own.
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I just finished this book, and it is so special. I’ll write more later, but this just has to be said. Please do yourself a favor and read this.
Audrey was brought up in the church and has a nearly predestined future set out for her – college, boyfriend, marriage, baby. When she decides to take a job at a local coffee shop, she meets Zachary. They develop a friendship and closeness that was unexpected – and confusing – to Audrey. There’s so much more to the story – but you’ve got to read it to find out!
So unique to this story is the narrator. It’s almost like I could hear those sentences being read in Morgan Freeman’s voice. It harkened of what’s to come for the two, while also bringing to the forefront what happened in lives past.
A tale of self-discovery, personal growth, overcoming obstacles, and following one’s dreams (and heart), Soulmates is like a hug to your heart. Please do yourself a favor and read this.
Special thanks to the author for the ARC. All thoughts in this review are honest and my own.
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I just finished this book, and it is so special. I’ll write more later, but this just has to be said. Please do yourself a favor and read this.
September 14, 2022
This is a beautifully written love story. One that is truly unique as it spans all time.
While you are reading their current love story between Audrey and Zachary, you also gets glimpses of their past lives. All the past lives vary so much from each other, you never know how their souls will interact and find each other. They are so beautiful to see the different ways the love between their souls shows up.
It was fascinating to see Audrey’s character growth throughout the book. You saw her become such a fierce and brave woman, who deserves the world.
Sarah did a fantastic job with the writing and all the characters! I loved how narrator speaks to the reader throughout the book.
While you are reading their current love story between Audrey and Zachary, you also gets glimpses of their past lives. All the past lives vary so much from each other, you never know how their souls will interact and find each other. They are so beautiful to see the different ways the love between their souls shows up.
It was fascinating to see Audrey’s character growth throughout the book. You saw her become such a fierce and brave woman, who deserves the world.
Sarah did a fantastic job with the writing and all the characters! I loved how narrator speaks to the reader throughout the book.
September 21, 2022
I absolutely loved this book and the multiple past lives shown. A beautiful love story, which lovely short stories throughout. I was lucky enough to stumble upon the ARC and preordered a physical copy!
October 4, 2022
I related to this book in so many ways. Sarah’s story and characters brought me healing and new ways of thinking about our lives and souls. This book is filled with compassion that helped me see other souls in my life differently (in a good way). Thank you for this book, Sarah!
November 5, 2022
Hoping to leave a better review for this soon! This story is so good! Did I cry and almost cry in the double or even triple digits? Who’s to say? I enjoyed the writing and the characters so much! I can’t wait to read more from Sanders!
January 20, 2023
Life is unexpected. You never know when, where or who will guide you on your journey. Let Sarah Sanders take you on this adventure with her metaphysical love story—you’ll want to cry, laugh, scream and read it again and again. I am forever changed by these pages.
October 13, 2022
This book made me feel so many feelings. I'm suffering from a book hangover. It was beautifully written but make sure you check the trigger warnings. It may make my top ten list for the year.
August 17, 2025
This was really beautiful. While predictable at times, it really did capture the sweetness of love.
September 29, 2022
This story caught me just by the title, it has everything I like. Soulmates. Love. Story (?). Love Story. Soulmates Story. A Love Story of Soulmates. A Soulmates Story of Love. I think you already understood. Eh? Metaphysical? Uuuuh- I’ve seen that word several times in the past, in different contexts, so I know what it means… barely. But don’t ask me! I’ll not remember if you do!
Ah~, this book showed me what I already was knowing about how a healthy relationship should be. And how a toxic one can be. I liked it in a higher sense. I have always loved the idea of soulmates, of reincarnation and every time be bonded to meet the same set of souls. Of be… destined for something beyond all of us. To love, and be loved, because that’s the real reason the universe is expanding.
This story not only made me happy, but also made me sad. Because life isn’t always pink color, and no matter if you found the right person, it doesn’t mean that is the right time. Yeah, I already told you, it’s sad. But what isn’t sad is that… this is just one life, one of the countless of the lifetime of your soul. This sadness is temporary, you were made to be happy, you were made to be loved. If not now, then in your next life. And even if you haven’t reached happiness already, it doesn’t mean that you will not meet it soon.
For above all, this book gave me hope.
Ah~, this book showed me what I already was knowing about how a healthy relationship should be. And how a toxic one can be. I liked it in a higher sense. I have always loved the idea of soulmates, of reincarnation and every time be bonded to meet the same set of souls. Of be… destined for something beyond all of us. To love, and be loved, because that’s the real reason the universe is expanding.
This story not only made me happy, but also made me sad. Because life isn’t always pink color, and no matter if you found the right person, it doesn’t mean that is the right time. Yeah, I already told you, it’s sad. But what isn’t sad is that… this is just one life, one of the countless of the lifetime of your soul. This sadness is temporary, you were made to be happy, you were made to be loved. If not now, then in your next life. And even if you haven’t reached happiness already, it doesn’t mean that you will not meet it soon.
For above all, this book gave me hope.
September 9, 2023
⭐️⭐️⭐⭐️⭐️
The author and I went to high school together, but weren't really friends. We should have been, though. Who knew this gem was lying in wait among that imagination? I surely didn't!
Soulmates: A Metaphysical Love Story is something I'm not soon to forget. Or shake.
I am such a huge fan of second chances, friends to lovers, and breaking "the rules". While I felt the story could have been done differently towards the end, it's not my story, and the entire premise had me completely intrigued from the beginning.
Sarah's writing style is intoxicating and captivating; I found myself thoroughly enthralled within a dozen or so pages. (I read it entirely in 3 days, which is fast for me!) The bits between the main story were expertly done and my favorite parts. You get several stories in one here, and I loved it.
What a beautiful transformation Audrey's character went through! As someone getting to go this round with my own soulmate, Soulmates has earned such a special place in my heart. It also reminded me just how lucky I am.
The ups, the downs, the tension, the spirit, the passion for life… it is ALL there in Soulmates. Prepare to have your perspective altered, but I guarantee you will not be disappointed with this read.
And just a side note- my favorite chapter is 19.
Thank you for sharing this amazing story with us, Sarah!
The author and I went to high school together, but weren't really friends. We should have been, though. Who knew this gem was lying in wait among that imagination? I surely didn't!
Soulmates: A Metaphysical Love Story is something I'm not soon to forget. Or shake.
I am such a huge fan of second chances, friends to lovers, and breaking "the rules". While I felt the story could have been done differently towards the end, it's not my story, and the entire premise had me completely intrigued from the beginning.
Sarah's writing style is intoxicating and captivating; I found myself thoroughly enthralled within a dozen or so pages. (I read it entirely in 3 days, which is fast for me!) The bits between the main story were expertly done and my favorite parts. You get several stories in one here, and I loved it.
What a beautiful transformation Audrey's character went through! As someone getting to go this round with my own soulmate, Soulmates has earned such a special place in my heart. It also reminded me just how lucky I am.
The ups, the downs, the tension, the spirit, the passion for life… it is ALL there in Soulmates. Prepare to have your perspective altered, but I guarantee you will not be disappointed with this read.
And just a side note- my favorite chapter is 19.
Thank you for sharing this amazing story with us, Sarah!
January 3, 2024
I went into Soulmates completely blind because of two words: “reincarnation romance.” I came across the author Sarah’s TikTok around Christmas time and I was instantly sold.
At first I was angry (there are some triggers so be sure to check) but not for the reasons one would probably think, I honestly wanted to her to get her revenge on the piece of crap husband. I usually read dark romance and fantasy so I was ready to jump through the book and help Audrey out. Paul really needed to fall off the face of the earth, the fact that there are men like him (and worse) walking around today is disgusting. Then the more I read, the more I just wanted to see Audrey and Zachary and even TJ be true to themselves. And that’s what we got, a transcendent love story that stops even time itself. The glimpses of the past lives were written like poetry to me. The paragraphs about T and Y were beautifully written. I loved the part where it described them as a “moving, twisting, dancing set of spiritual flames, writhing and laughing through the universe.” Debut novel? I would never have guessed. Sarah this was a beautiful love story. And I am looking forward to reading Fated Tides.
Also, I don’t think I would want to consciously be a tree. Because: bugs.
At first I was angry (there are some triggers so be sure to check) but not for the reasons one would probably think, I honestly wanted to her to get her revenge on the piece of crap husband. I usually read dark romance and fantasy so I was ready to jump through the book and help Audrey out. Paul really needed to fall off the face of the earth, the fact that there are men like him (and worse) walking around today is disgusting. Then the more I read, the more I just wanted to see Audrey and Zachary and even TJ be true to themselves. And that’s what we got, a transcendent love story that stops even time itself. The glimpses of the past lives were written like poetry to me. The paragraphs about T and Y were beautifully written. I loved the part where it described them as a “moving, twisting, dancing set of spiritual flames, writhing and laughing through the universe.” Debut novel? I would never have guessed. Sarah this was a beautiful love story. And I am looking forward to reading Fated Tides.
Also, I don’t think I would want to consciously be a tree. Because: bugs.
October 4, 2022
I was lucky to get an ARC copy of Sarah Sanders' debut novel. To say it was breathtaking would be a gross understatement. From the moment I started the book, I was captivated. Sarah crafts complex and interesting characters and tells a story that somehow manages to be both devastating and heartwarming.
This story follows Audrey through a lifetime of experiences, including escaping Evangelical Christianity and finding her soulmate and herself in the process. As the story is told, we get glimpses into other lives that Audrey and her soulmate have lived.
The book is incredibly written and easy to lose yourself in. It also gave me the courage to face some of my own religious trauma that I'd managed to ignore for 15 years.
Thank you, Sarah, for writing this beautiful, life-changing book.
This story follows Audrey through a lifetime of experiences, including escaping Evangelical Christianity and finding her soulmate and herself in the process. As the story is told, we get glimpses into other lives that Audrey and her soulmate have lived.
The book is incredibly written and easy to lose yourself in. It also gave me the courage to face some of my own religious trauma that I'd managed to ignore for 15 years.
Thank you, Sarah, for writing this beautiful, life-changing book.
January 12, 2024
Oh, this is so lovely. 🥹 This book has been on my TBR for a while, and I finally made it a priority since book 2 is coming out soon. And I’m glad I did! The concept, the execution, and the characters are all so well thought out and delightful. Occasionally I would have a logistical question (the characters are texting as teenagers and have TikTok in their 20s, but given the timeline, does that mean that part of this book takes place in the future…???) but because of the larger framework I ended up not worried too much about that sort of thing, because the story plays with time and history and REALITY to the point that it becomes moot.
SOULMATES is, in some ways, the cozy, wholesome cousin of This Is How You Lose the Time War. I read it in one sitting and teared up at the end because I’m a sucker for soft feelings.
SOULMATES is, in some ways, the cozy, wholesome cousin of This Is How You Lose the Time War. I read it in one sitting and teared up at the end because I’m a sucker for soft feelings.
March 16, 2023
Wow where to begin! I was just saying I don’t like third person point of view and then this book came into my life and made me eat my own words. Lmfao. This work of art was simply (yet profoundly) beautiful. From the story telling of different lives to the grounded nature of the main story, I was hooked from the beginning and this book never let me go. The chokehold that Zachary and Audrey’s love had on me was enough to have me crying at the end. Love love love! This book deserves all the praise. Read this if you believe in soulmates or have ever questioned the laws of the universe! I’m obsessed. My new favorite book.
December 7, 2022
I loved this book. What a beautiful story about conquering trauma and finding one's path to a better life and love, but not always in a straight line to it. I identified with the female main character and the choices she made, having been raised in a right-wing religion that oppressed women. It can take years to shake off the effects. The friendships were wonderful and diverse as well. The interludes between the chapters were thought-provoking, and I love books that make me think. I highly recommend this book.
September 9, 2023
Unbelievably stirring.
This book was such a heart-wrenchingly beautiful, joyful read. I loved the chapters interspersed with the main love story, on how the two souls were with each other over and over again. I grew up in an environment so like Aubrey’s that I ended up telling my therapist all about this book and the thoughts and feelings it was bringing up for me. Sarah Sanders has done something deeply healing with these ideas and words, the tender connection over lifetimes and planes of Z and A, and I am grateful to have encountered it.
This book was such a heart-wrenchingly beautiful, joyful read. I loved the chapters interspersed with the main love story, on how the two souls were with each other over and over again. I grew up in an environment so like Aubrey’s that I ended up telling my therapist all about this book and the thoughts and feelings it was bringing up for me. Sarah Sanders has done something deeply healing with these ideas and words, the tender connection over lifetimes and planes of Z and A, and I am grateful to have encountered it.
January 25, 2024
I found Sarah Faeth Sanders on BookTok and loved the sound of this book. Admittedly - this was the first novel I’ve read for pleasure in, well, probably years! As a hopeless romantic who believes she found her own soulmate in this lifetime, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. A page turner that makes you feel the full spectrum of the emotions that come with love & relationships, beautifully written and captivating. I can’t wait to read the next installment.
April 29, 2025
Best book I've read in a while.
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2024
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This book was truly captivating and the best one I've read in a while. I lost track of how many times I found myself getting emotional. The story had me hooked from the moment Audrey first saw the boy growing up in the forest all the way to the heartfelt ending. I'm eagerly looking forward to getting my hands on Book II. I loved Zachary, an inspiring character that I strive to be like.
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2024
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This book was truly captivating and the best one I've read in a while. I lost track of how many times I found myself getting emotional. The story had me hooked from the moment Audrey first saw the boy growing up in the forest all the way to the heartfelt ending. I'm eagerly looking forward to getting my hands on Book II. I loved Zachary, an inspiring character that I strive to be like.
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