Wow, this might be the man they never met but I want to meet them. I’m just interested in meeting everyone but that’s besides the point. I had a good time reading this. this book was nothing special but an overall good read.

This book got me right in my heart – ouch. I enjoyed this story but definitely prepare to feel the sad feelings with this one, I think I anticipated a bit more of the romance and less sad. It was very real, which is a good thing, but if you're a mood reader, I would keep that in mind when picking it up!

I went into this book assuming it was a contemporary romcom. I was not prepared for how heavy the struggles of our main characters would be. Usually that wouldn't be a problem, but with the particular trigger warning topic I was struggling to get through this book. I'm glad that the ending was happy at least however rushed it felt.

4.5 Stars rounded up for Goodreads. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to review this book. All thoughts/opinions are my own.

The Man I Never Met is a fun rom com about a woman who receives a call from an unknown number that turns out to change her life. I really enjoyed this storyline and the message it showed throughout the book of that unconditional love.

I think the author did an excellent job of showing the heartbreak/turmoil that this relationship went through in a really healthy way. I also think she showed the "moving on" process really well and made the whole thing believable in every aspect.

If you enjoyed Five Feet Apart, The Fault in Our Stars, or any other type of romance novel involving illness then this is definitely a book for you! It is essentially the new adult versions of our teen favorites.

The book has a unique premise of the accidental meeting and how the universe guides you. Hannah, who lives in London, receives a phone call from a man who dialed the wrong number for a job interview. Davey lives in the US and is relocating to England. He sends her a message later to let her know that he got the job. As they are both single, they begin texting, calling, and eventually video chatting as Davey progresses toward moving. They develop feelings for each other and Hannah arranges to meet him at the airport...but he doesn't show up. Really enjoyed reading the book and the idea of meeting someone.

I really enjoyed the characters in this one, they seemed genuine, and I rooted for Hannah and Davey in different ways. I loved the friendships that Hannah and Davey both had – I think that’s an element often missing from books. I loved the dual points of view and how each chapter covered a month in the year the book takes place. The writing is very realistic with the points of view. If you enjoy realistic romances with some surprising twists along the way, this is the book for you. Also did not realize the author wrote under a different name Lorna Cook.

Thank you to Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine, Dell and NetGalley for the opportunity.

Hannah picks up a call from an unknown number and has no idea that the fumbling American trying to contact a would be employer where she lives in London would soon become someone she can’t forget. A series of follow up texts soon become a series of phone calls and Hannah wonders if this unconventional friendship may end up something more.

This will they-won’t they story is one filled with lovably flawed characters who happen upon both the serendipitous and tragic. The author’s writing was heartfelt and engaging and kept me turning pages until late at night. I just had to know how it all ended!

4.5 stars rounded to 5

Hannah get a call by mistake which creates an unlikely friendship between people half way across the world. They keep up with their communication which leads into a friendship and then into more.
I loved this relationship and I love when authors bring in real life issues.

Loved this book and couldn’t wait to know how it ended. The story of two people who fall in love but then life gets in the way. I love that it’s set over time & you see the characters evolve while they deal with complex issues. A quick feel good read

This was such a fun read and I happen to finish it one single sitting. These two main characters were plain adorable and their romance very much cute. I loved to see how far they have come after flipping back to the beginning and then reaching the end again. Overall, I really enjoyed it

Wow. This book is really something that I was not expecting. I wanted to read it because it sounded intriguing. It does not disappoint.

Hannah receives a call from a man she does not know. He called her in error while calling from the US for an interview. She wishes Davey well and goes on with her life. She receives a message from him that he got the job and will be relocating to the UK. They continue to message and make plans to meet at the airport. Something big happens and Davey never shows up. I won't go into much more as there are spoilers but it is very deep and does involve a life changing situation.

There was a lot of emotion put into this book and it really shows. This is listed as a romance but it really a story about the life we live and how we choose to live it.

Thank you to NetGalley, Elle Cook and Random House for the e-ARC. This review is my own opinion.

This book started out giving me all the swoony-type feelings. Hannah (living in London) gets a call mistakenly from Davey (in the US) when he misdialed what he thought was an employer he was interviewing with in the Uk. A friendship blooms over these wrong number calls. I adored their phone relationship- definitely felt like You’ve Got Mail.

This book takes a more serious turn than most romances I’ve read. The second half of the book was slower going and frustrating at times but still I wanted to keep reading even though it was predictable at that point. The characters, friendships, and banter are reminiscent of Katherine Center novels which I love. I could see this being adapted to film and would definitely want to watch it.

Many thanks to Netgalley and Dell publishing for this copy in exchange for an honest review.

This book is so frustrating (in the best way) and truly amazing. I didn't know much going into it and I think that's best.

Hannah and Davey meet through an accidental phone call which turns into texting, which turns into friendship. I can't imagine what it's like to meet someone this way, it sounds too good to be true.

Following both of them on their journey and life in general was so enjoyable and special. I loved every moment of it!

Thank you to the publisher for sending me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Oh my goodness. This book gave me chills in all the best ways. This is a story about love, but also about heartbreak and trying to move on from The One That Got Away. 

The Man I Never Met evoked all of my feelings- excitement at the prospect of new love, utter sadness over Davey's cancer diagnosis, anger at how he pushed Hannah away, gratitude for friends like Joan, Miranda and even Grant (omg when he called Hannah to convince Davey to save his life? That's a true friend), and finally hope, for the ending that I won't spoil.

From sad tears with a lump in my throat to happy years with my body buzzing with excitement, this book was an incredible read. All of the coincidences (meeting Davey's almost boss, the train scene and then again in the poppy field) is a strong nudge towards fate. Now I feel like I was fated to read this story and I absolutely loved it. 5/5, just like Joan's Nespresso coffees!

Dnf. Couldn’t get through it. Rating will not be posted to goodreads or retailers as I only share ratings there for books I complete.

A cute story but a bit slow at times and predictable. I enjoyed the lead up to how Hannah and Davey met and found myself rooting for them to work out as the story progressed

This book had a lot of things in it that should have made me like it, but I just couldn’t get into it. I liked the initial set up but it just couldn’t hold my attention.

I really enjoyed the story of this book.

A wonderful meet cute between Davey and Hannah, that happened by accident. That turned into a friendship and then behind. But then took an unexpected turn.

The book is in Hannah’s POV in most of the first half, but later on you get Davey’s POV which I thought was a great addition.

Overall and pleasant read and I loved following their story.

The Man I Never Met by Elle Cook is a romance that starts with a phone call. Hannah, who lives in England, answers her phone one day; and it's an American named Davey on the line, except he dialed the wrong number. They start talking and find that they enjoy conversations with each other. They continue to call each other, and then Davey receives a job offer to work in London. He's about on his way there, but he gets some bad news, and he doesn't end up coming. And he ghosts Hannah. This story was super cute, and I really liked the ending. Thanks to NetGalley for the free digital review copy. All opinions are my own.

More than just a rom-com or a meet-cute (can it even be a meet-cute if they don't meet?), this book had substance and real romance - long phone calls, caring deeply for another person, and patience - not just fluff and kissing.

I saw this as a must-read recommendation on Bookstagram and was noted as similar to Josie Silver's writing. Now, I enjoy Josie Silver so I had to check this book out, and it definitely did not disappoint! I loved the insta-love trope as well as the main characters. Hannah reminds me of myself in the sense that she's kind-hearted, falls easily, and is willing to go the extra mile for those she loves. Davey is *swoon-worthy* upon first meeting him, tackles a life-changing illness, and - in complete opposition to Hannah - turns inward, pushing away those he loves. This story was a roller coaster that kept me craving more. I loved Hannah and Davey's initial relationship - until Davey pushed Hannah away. I felt for Hannah - and tried to sympathize with Davey's struggle - mentally and physically. Fortunately, I have not personally gone through this situation, but I have, unfortunately, witnessed someone I love go through that struggle. (I don't want to name exactly what this struggle is, as it's kind of a little bit of a shock to the reader). The one grievance I do have is that Hannah is half-ass-committed to George for a year!! There's severe lack of vulnerability, communication and expression within the relationship, and I literally - the whole span of the relationship - thought we'd discover that George was a big 'ole cheater. Besides that, I was relieved when the relationship (FINALLY) ends - rightfully so (long-time coming). I overall was settling on a 4-star rating, but after reading the Author's Note at the end, my heart couldn't resist bumping it to a 4.5.