My least favorite out of the series. I actually liked the books much better than the Netflix series and wish they had followed the book closer… however this book was boring, predictable and redundant… the author should have stopped at the last one

Joe Goldberg is the psychopath we all hate to love! I mean we can't NOT root for the guy, no matter what he's done or who he's killed!! He's easily one of my favorite literary characters. He's just always trying to do the right thing! LOL! Now he's become an author and has been invited to join an exclusive writer's workshop in prestigious Harvard. Finally he'll be among the same likeminded people; people who are there only for their love of writing and reading, for the books. Or so he thinks. He'll be deeply disappointed in all but one truly like himself, Wonder Parish. He can't help but fall for her. And we all know what happens when Joe Goldberg falls in love....
Loved this book so much! Kepnes's writing is superb as ever and when this story gets going, it doesn't stop. And it's an extra bonus hearing Joe's voice thru the voice of Penn Badgley's, Joe Goldberg in the Netflix adaptation. I just can't get enough of him!!

The popularity of the tv series and previous books makes this a must purchase. However, as a reader, I didn't think this book added anything new to the series.

The man we love to hate and hate to love has returned. He has popped up on campus; part of a prestigious writer's group, run by the new literary darling, Glenn Shoddy. Joe has promised himself that he is not there to fall in love (enter Wonder) but to focus on his book and making connections to have it published. All the sins of his past are far behind him (or so he thinks.)

The truth always comes out, doesn't it? Dear Joe once again finds himself entangled in murder, mayhem, and keeping all of the women in his life on his good side. Only problem is that this time he has let his guard down and allowed his ego to be inflated by his newfound "friends ". He is making amateur mistakes that could prove costly.

I really enjoyed this latest installment; there was a significant storyline that, as I neared the end, didn't seem to be coming to completion. Thankfully the last 5 pages wrapped up the loose ends enough to leave you with the knowledge of what was coming next but also wanting to see how it played out.

Many thanks to NetGalley, Random House, and the author for this ARC.

This was a crazy read but I definitely enjoyed it. Joe is at it again in this one. It was slow and dragged at times but overall a great addition to the You series.

I received an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review. I had previously reviewed You Love Me (YOU 3) and was invited by the publisher to review this book. It's a little overwhelming being in Joe Goldberg's head and especially with 2nd person, long run on sentences. I found myself thinking the same way while reading For You and Only You. I wasn't quite as exhausted with this book - as with the 3rd. You can't convince me that Wonder Parish, the new "you" he addresses- is worthy of this pedestal. Not because she works at "freaking" Dunkin', but because of things that happen in this book. I didn't hate her like I hated Beck, but I didn't like her like *RIP* Mary Ann.

Joe is in Cambridge Mass with a fellowship at Harvard University, in his aim to publish his book "Me". He rode out covid in Orlando. The other people in the fellowship are mostly more successful authors or writers. Joe feels like he is in the wrong place until he meets Wonder (named after a Natalie Merchant song).

A lot of this book is focused not on the writing process but the whole imposter syndrome and the feeling of superiority or inferiority as writers. The fellowship professor is a published author of 1 hit book. Glenn Shoddy and his wife Sly Caron- neither particularly likeable characters. The other participants are more interesting but we hardly get to know them because Joe's singular focus is you- Wonder. This book goes a little off the rails waiting for Joe to hold people captive or murder them. That's the tension throughout the book- when things go haywire for Joe, what will happen? It's a slow burn. There's a lot of dialogue and talking and inner thoughts. The action is comprised of a few mishaps and "incidents" that don't feel as murder-y as in other books.

In any case - this was slightly easier read than book 3 but slightly less likeable main character. Release date now 4/25/23. 4/5☆

Wow this book was absolutely amazing! It kept me on my toes and glued to the edge of my seat the entire time!

Another You is out and I was here for it! Joe is hitting restart and headed off to Harvard. I don’t know if it’s just me but I’m kind of dwindling down on this guy. Initially it was sucking me in full throttle by the first book. Now I want to break up with Joe too. I did love the writing in writing and I enjoy the jokes and smirks I got throughout but I think I may just be burnt out unfortunately. The ending also left it to be another possibility for another Joe return for more Joe love and being in love. Ehhh…

Thank you Random House and netgalley for the arc in exchange for my honest review.

Joe is at it again! While I still enjoy Joe and his warped sense of reality, this one felt slow and long. I loved the previous books but not sure how much more can be done that hasn’t already been done.

This book! I hope Caroline never stops writing Joe. I am a huge fan. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who is obsessed with the YOU series and if you haven't started yet--start now! This book is the perfect encompassing of the You Series.

Would definitely recommend to all!

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the eARC!

The satire is killer in this installment of the You/Joe Goldberg series. Yet again I find myself rooting for Joe no matter how awful he is. I see I rated others in this series higher but I think this was my favorite yet. If you are a writer and/or have dated a writer, this one hits so laughably hard. I think what strikes me the most about this series is how Joe is a narcissist who continuously finds himself loving (or hating!) and murdering other narcissists. But it’s not his need to kill his darlings that pisses me off more than the cockiness of the other characters - and then I realize he’s being just as cocky and have a little eye roll at myself. Joe’s love interest, Wonder, is as insufferable and hopeless as she is relatable and GOOD, and his nemesis Sarah Beth is a series favorite of mine!

He's backkkkkk!

Joe Goldberg is trying something new. The one time book seller is now writing books and people are paying attention. He joins a writing group at Harvard. He'll get to showcase his intelligence. Joe is sure it will be a fantastic experience. He meets another aspiring writer named Wonder Parish. Joe is thrilled as she seems to love books and writing just as much as he does.

Once again...Joe is in love.

What could go wrong?

I had no idea there was going to be another book in the "You" series. I was excited to have the opportunity to read it. I loved the first two books in the series but had a little trouble with the third. I found it repetitive and over the top at times and felt the book went on a bit too long. But I was still entertained. And actually it seemed to be the same with this installment. I liked it but was a bit underwhelmed. However, I will continue to read the series as long as Caroline Kepnes keeps writing the books.


I’d like to thank the publisher for providing me with a copy of this novel. All opinions are my own.

I love the You series; Books and Netflix alike, give me all the Joe! Caroline Kepnes is a brilliant writer! The inner workings of Joes mind, the puns, wit, quirks, just absolutely brilliant.

However, I struggled with this book. It was very repetitive, the storyline was mediocre, and overall just way too long. I didn’t know if I was going to make it through this one, but kept hope it would pick up pace. I mean Joe the murderer is what I am here for, versus Joe the writer. And Joe the writer unfortunately didn’t work for me.

The love interest, Wonder, was a bore. I didnt understand why/how Joe was so infatuated with her and frankly I didn’t care. Every time she left poor Joe hanging, I was hoping she wouldn’t come back.

As always, I am a faithful, pun intended, Joe fan; I’ll be waiting for the next chapter of Joe’s story and will be oh so sad when the series ends.

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

For You and You Only is the 4th book in the You series written by Caroline Kepnes. The narrator speaks directly to the reader by referring to the subject of the book (Wonder) as "You," just as he did in previous books with the woman he'd fallen in love with. In the previous three books, Joe Goldberg (narrator) essentially kills his love interest when she doesn't love him the way he wants or needs to be loved. These books must be read in order, or you'd never understand the history and complexity of his mind. That said... as much as we should hate Joe for killing about ~10 people at this point (and not getting caught), we love him. But by this book, I admit, I'm starting to waver about his appeal. All that said, it's not as good as the first in the series (none usually are) but it fits well within the overall theme of the larger story. Fans should read it. Newcomers shouldn't start here. I hope the books end here because there isn't a lot more to do with Joe unless he goes to prison or a psychiatric hospital where he falls in love with a guard, warden, nurse or doctor! But Kepnes is a strong writer and I look forward to maybe a newer series later down the road.

I love Joe and his snarky, inner monologue that is sometimes just over the top but oftentimes spot on and hilarious. This is such a unique book and Kepnes has a very unique voice that I’ve never heard anywhere else. This is another great book for the series. Would recommend to readers who loved the others.

For You and Only You by Caroline Kepnes
⭐⭐⭐/3


We are back for the 4th installment of the YOU series, and Im saddened to say it definitely felt like it was lacking the thrill the previous 3 brought to the table .
I actually can't believe Im feeling this way, but Joe is starting to become monotonous. This is coming from a twisted mind who is low key obsessed with Joe .

I struggle through about 30% of this book . I almost decided to DNF . . It wasn't until Joe decided murder was the best option and decided to persue this . .
But I was so confused over Joes newest love interest "Wonder Parish" . She was so dull and I found myself so uninterested in her I was actually kind of frustrated that I had to read an entire book about someone being so obsessed with her.

Likewise, with the newest installation of the Netflix series . I don't understand the interest there either .

Maybe Im just stalkered out . Maybe Joe has run his course .

It wasn't terrible . But it just didn't meet the expectations I had set with previous books in mind .
And there was possibility for another installment!

#qotd Whose also binging YOU season 4 (part1)?

Thank you netgalley and Penguin group for the ARC of this book .

I enjoy this series and always look forward to a new novel! This title did not disappoint! I enjoyed it and look forward to more work from this author!

I will read anything Caroline Kepnes writes and I love the Joe Goldberg novels so much. Author Joe? In Cambridge? Sign me up. This is so good.

I love YOU and want to love Joe, but this particular book seemed like it needed some editing. Too long, kind of chaotic, and messy.
Thank you, NetGalley, for an advanced copy of this novel.

So, from the beginning of this series I was completely sucked in. I wanted all of it. The third installment felt different though and this final Joe Goldberg story was a little more on pace with the first two, more exciting but still definitely a slower pace than the first two. While I really enjoyed all four books, I do think that I did lose interest in Joe and his motivations for what he ultimately always ends up doing for his obsessions. The characters in all of these book were very interesting and had a lot of depth so I definitely think if you’re a reader who likes to read character and personality driven books this whole series will draw you in! Overall, I did enjoy this book and I’m glad I was able to read it early!