I adored Bethany Turner’s <i>Plot Twist</i>, a romance that unfolds over a decade blending serendipity, personal growth, and complicated relationships into a slow-burn love story. Beginning with a somewhat whimsical premise, complete with funny meet-cute—an aspiring screenwriter and a mysterious actor and making a ten-year pact—gradually reveals itself to be about something deeper: the relationships that truly shape us, even when we don’t see their importance right away. Put bluntly, this is not the story of an actor and a screenwriter, but rather the path of growth made by a young woman as she manages the expectations she has for her life and the realities of who she actually is.

At the heart of the novel is Olivia Ross, whose journey as both a writer and a person is far more central to the story than the romance. Her friendship with Fiona and Liam adds emotional complexity, especially as Liam, the man she breaks up with early on, never fully exits her life. Instead, he becomes one of her closest friends, even dating Fiona at one point. The romantic tension between Olivia and Liam lingers beneath the surface, as obstacles—both external and internal—keep them from fully realizing their feelings for years.

Turner does a great job weaving serendipity into the love story without making it feel forced. Olivia and Liam’s journey is marked by missed opportunities, near-confessions, and moments where timing just isn’t on their side. However, rather than leaning on miscommunication as an easy plot device, the book takes a more thoughtful approach. The delays in their romance stem from their genuine care for the people around them and their own need personal growth (primarily Olivia). When they do finally come together, it feels satisfying—not just because they’re in love, but because they’ve grown into people who are ready for that love.

One element that may be a drawback for some readers is the inclusion of a cheating plotline. However, the way it unfolds feels authentic rather than gratuitous, adding to the emotional complexity rather than serving as a cheap source of drama. It forces the characters to confront their feelings in an honest, sometimes painful way, making the resolution of the romance feel even more earned.

A slow-burn romance with depth, heart, and a satisfying resolution, <i>Plot Twist</i> is precisely that. The story handles love, friendship, and personal growth with nuance, and while it includes a cheating element, it’s woven into the story with emotional realism. Fans of second chances, depth character development, and realistic love stories will appreciate the journey Olivia and Liam take—both apart and together.

I value the opportunity I was given to read this in advance, but it has been four years and I still haven't read this. With so many books ahead of me, I cannot return to this title.

This delightful read follows the journey of a screenwriter determined to pursue her career ambitions, no matter the challenges life throws her way. Through the highs and lows of her dating life, she remains resilient, navigating romance with humor and heart. Yet, despite new encounters and fleeting relationships, her thoughts keep circling back to one man who may just hold the key to her heart. With relatable characters, witty dialogue, and a charming blend of ambition and love, this story is both entertaining and inspiring—a celebration of following your dreams while keeping your heart open to unexpected possibilities.

Not a fan of the characters so dnf-ed it pretty quickly. Could not keep reading even though I tried a few times

Gave this book a try but overall didn’t enjoy it. Wasn’t able to get into the story as much as I wanted to.

For readers who adore lighthearted, humorous romance stories with a touch of whimsy and a strong focus on the power of love and second chances, this is a delightful and engaging read that will sweep them off their feet.

Plot Twist by Bethany Turner is a delightful read perfect for fans of lighthearted, humorous romance novels who will appreciate the charming, feel-good story of a woman's journey to find love and success, as she navigates the ups and downs of life, love, and the power of serendipity.

Plot Twist by Bethany Turner
A book that starts out with such potential but
eventually I felt fell flat . The was some humour along the way but Olivia didn’t evolve as you would have expected over a decade. Really I felt the book a bit of a let down .

I honestly laughed out loud whilst reading this. A lovely romance that doesn’t make you feel icky at all. Definitely a unique take in writing which if not experienced much.

Plot Twist drew me in with the unique and adorable cover!

I enjoyed the support that Olivia and Fiona gave to each other but wish we could have gotten a little more.from Olivia.

I have yet to meet a Bethany Turner book I didn’t like and Plot Twist is no different. This delightful rom-com made me giggle so many times people were looking at me funny. And I am ok with that! Turner fans will love her new release.

I received a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I must firstly apologise for the amount of time it has taken me to provide a review of this book, my health was rather bad for quite some time, something that had me in hospital on numerous occasions and simply didnt leave me with the time I once had to do what I love most.

Unfortunately that does mean I have missed the archive date for many of these books, so It would feel unjust throwing any review together without being able to pay attention to each novel properly.

However, I am now back to reading as before and look forward to sharing my honest reviews as always going forward. I thank you f0r the patience and understanding throughout x

Thanks NetGalley for the preview!

Gosh, I really liked and disliked this book all at the same time. It felt so drawn out that everything happens over ten years. I loved the ending so so much. But I feel like the story could have been so much better over 5 years. It makes me so sad that Olivia and Liam missed so much of their lives together.

The unique set-up of this one; revisiting the same date year after year, drew me to this title. I'm also fascinated with the life of a screen-writer, so the premise was a winner for me. In the execution, I wished that we could learn more - the set-up also seemed to limit character development, but for those who enjoy time-travel/groundhogs day set-ups, this one may be a major winner.

I wanted so much to love this book. I adore Bethany Turner and her previous books have been hilarious and adorable. For me, though, the heroine never grew up and wasn't the kind of person I wanted to read about. I didn't care for the way she treated the other characters. The writing is great and the plot concept is super fun and unique, but even after skimming the last half of the book to reach the end, I just never could make myself like the heroine. And that's okay, sometimes it happens in real life too.

Surprising and unique, with a touch of whiplash

I really enjoyed the meet cute in the coffee shop. The friendship between Liv and Fiona was awesome. This was an interesting format for a book. The chapters each year on the same day were a little jumpy. It was interesting to see how everything came together, I just didn't really click with the characters.
This was a sweet read, I'd rate PG for kissing and minor cheating.

I was so frustrated with this book. The love interest was always there and I found it frustrating that she was so wrapped up in the “ten year guy” to notice. I felt there needed to be more chemistry between them.

Olivia works as a greeting card writer in LA, but her genuine aspiration is to become a screenwriter. Despite having a work in progress, it still needs some improvements. One day, while at a coffee shop, she meets an aspiring writer, and they share a joke about him starring in her future movie once it's completed. They agree to meet again in the same place after ten years. However, as time passes and Olivia's screenplay remains unwritten, she realizes that the aspiring writer she met is now a famous movie star. She questions whether their encounter was a missed opportunity to meet her soulmate. They continue to cross paths on the same day each year until the tenth anniversary. Olivia is determined not to show up, but her friend persuades her otherwise. The question remains: will they finally get together?

The story started slowly, but once it got going, it got better. Not for everyone, as the main character can be a bit frustrating, but the premise was interesting.

This book has a spectacular meet-cute scene! Olivia is determined to follow her dream and so is sexy Irish guy, so they strike a deal to meet again in 10 years. I love the premise and how so much changes. This was a really cute book idea that played out well.

I am sorry for the inconvenience but I don’t have the time to read this anymore and have lost interest in the concept. I believe that it would benefit your book more if I did not skim your book and write a rushed review. Again, I am sorry for the inconvenience.