A charming little book in the women's lit genre blended with a small mystery. Some what predictable and goes a little off the rails at points but a good beach or escape read for an afternoon

I loved the idea of this story and the Author didn’t disappoint with colorful writing and characters. It started strong but I feel it started to drag and was a bit unrealistic as it progressed. I thought the ending was well thought out and wrapped things up in a more realistic way - I just wish most of the book read like the ending. This is my opinion and I appreciate the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the ARC.

Thanks to Netgalley for my first ARC read, ‘The Heirloom’ follows the journey of a young, superstitious and recently engaged woman searching for her ring’s history. What she ends up finding (after traveling to Italy, Portugal AND Boston) is herself :) A great read as a young, recently engaged woman in her 20’s- it created a space for introspection and thought.

"The Heirloom" by Jessie Rosen takes readers on an introspective journey alongside Shea, a woman at the crossroads of her life, triggered by her boyfriend's proposal. The tale centers on Shea's pursuit to uncover her authentic self after the sight of an "heirloom ring" awakens her fascination with the concept of "forever energy." Venturing forth to trace the ring's lineage and unravel its history, Shea's odyssey becomes a testament to self-discovery. Despite this promising premise, the novel's romance aspect struggles to claim the spotlight, remaining subdued throughout most of the narrative and only revealing its presence towards the conclusion, leaving readers wanting more. Through Shea's eyes, we navigate the intricate web of love, legacy, and identity, embarking on a captivating journey filled with enigmatic twists that keep the pages turning.
I really loved the exploration of self and the depths of history weaved together, crafting a tale that resonates with those who relish the intrigue of untold stories and the captivating journey of self-discovery.

Thank you, PENGUIN GROUP Putnam and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for a honest review!

3.5 stars. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this advance reader copy. All opinions our my own. So the premise of this book was enticing. I loved the idea of the main character, Shea trying to trace the provenance of the heirloom ring. It was a cute, whimsical story. I just felt like the writing was a little bit flat at times and I struggled some with the believability of the characters and their actions. The travel descriptions were lovely and for a light beach read, I would recommend it.

I will be honest, I struggled with this book and stopped reading halfway through. It captivated me in the beginning with an interesting premise of finding the background of a vintage engagement ring. But it seemed like the story went on and on. I felt bad for the fiancé and grew to not like the main character, Shea. Shea goes off gallivanting all over Europe liking for the previous wearers of the ring while her fiancé is at home. Oh and wait…twist …another man (a journalist) goes with her. I didn’t like the direction the storyline was going so I stopped reading. I think this book had a good idea but unfortunately it fell flat for me.

Thanks Netgally for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

I will read anything that takes place in Italy!! 4 stars

I definitely think this will be a go-to beach read when it's published

Shea is determined to find out the history of her heirloom engagement ring because she takes superstitions seriously. I really liked all of the characters, the pacing was a little slow in the middle but overall I really liked this story. The beginning sucks you right in and has you flipping the pages to know what's going to happen and find out the history of Shea's ring.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

I don’t know what kind of drug they put into this book but I am addicted. Shea’s journey is touching and beautiful and I loved every word of it.

The Heirloom by Jessie Rosen is a wonderful read that draws the reader into the main character’s search for the previous owners of a ring.

Thanks so much Penguin Group Putnam and NetGalley.

Shea's beloved Nonna had several rules for a successful and happy life. One was to never get an heirloom engagement ring. When Shea's boyfriend proposes with an heirloom ring, she is sent on a long quest to determine its history so that she can feel reassured that her future marriage will last.

I thought this was such an interesting and fun premise! The romance in this book is light and the story is more about Shea and the history of the ring, as well as Shea figuring out some things she might not have been aware of. I really loved this book!

ARC book review! The Heirloom by Jessie Rosen 💍

⭐️ : 4.5/5

I loved this book! Following along on Shea's chase to determine the history of her heirloom engagement ring, while exploring her feelings for her current fiancé, this was the perfect story for me to fall into while reading after work. Shea's beloved Nonna passed on four superstitious rules that dictate how Shea lives, one of them being to never accept and heirloom ring. Naturally, when Shea's boyfriend proposes with an heirloom ring, this sends Shea into a panic that sends her on a journey throughout the world to discover the ring's history and previous owners' stories. From LA to Italy to Portugal to Boston, Shea's journey crossed many stories of romance, relationships, and humanity on her hunt to trace back her ring to the original owner, while also determining if the ring's energy was something she wanted to keep in her life.

For those who love humanity-filled books covering love, joy, pain, and loss, I cannot recommend this book enough! Additionally, if you loved the Seven Sisters series by Lucinda Riley, I am sure you will enjoy this book as well. This was my first time reading Jessie Rosen, and I would definitely read more of her books in the future!

Anyone who knows me knows that I love pretty much anything involving Italy, so I had to read this as soon as I got the chance! Shea’s boyfriend, John, proposes with an heirloom ring triggering a series of events that spans continents trying to uncover the ring’s original owner. Shea wants to put her superstition to rest at last, but every detail she uncovers seems to only make her more unsure…

I loved the first half of this book and I found myself lost in Italy reminiscing of my own time there with my sister. The writing is picturesque and the quest is fun and entertaining. Unfortunately, it comes at John’s expense and by the halfway point I honestly felt bad for the way he was treated. This man had the patience of a saint. Shea made some questionable decisions and had to learn a lot of hard lessons on the way to her ending, but I fell back into like with this book just in time for the end.

This was light on the romance and more just contemporary fiction but was worth the read!

Thank you to NetGalley, Putnam, and Jessie Rosen for the chance to read this early in exchange for an honest review!

This story is about Shea Anderson's journey to secure her very own fairy-tale ending. When John pops the question with a ring that comes with a warning from her dear Nonna, our leading lady, Shea, embarks on a l quest around the globe. Shea crisscrosses countries searching for the ring's previous owners, all in a bid to infuse it with the enchanting essence of "forever energy." We follow Shea's footsteps as she unravels the mysteries of love and legacy, hunts for the past, and explores the depths of her identity. With every page turn, you'll find yourself immersed in Shea's world, living her adventures, and grappling with those deliciously intriguing twists.

And let's not forget the heart of the matter – the romance! We can't help but root for Shea and her fiancé John as their relationship takes center stage. Yes, there might be a few eyebrow-raising decisions along the way, but what real relationship doesn't have those moments?

Shea's adventures, the tantalizing mystery of that heirloom ring, and the vivid descriptions of Italy and Portugal will paint a vivid tapestry in your mind, all while you ponder the intricacies of family, love, and self-discovery. I enjoyed this book and recommend it for just a fast, fun read.

“Um, it’s a pretty long story involving three countries, ten cities, five nightmares, a surprise reunion . . .” It was exciting to follow Shea travel across the world to track down previous potential owners of her engagement ring. (Five nightmare scenes were unnecessary in my opinion. Not a fan of hearing or reading about dreams personally.)

What I loved about the first half was the description of her travel to Italy and the people she met. My favorite quote from the book: “I loved Italy most because it reminded me humans have five distinct senses, and they can all be lit up at the same time.” But after leaving Italy, I felt like the rest of the story felt flat and repetitive. I did also like Shea’s nuanced relationship with her family and twists that were revealed. I’m still processing how I feel about Shea and her fiancé John’s relationship.

The Heirloom was a fun beach read. Jessie Rosen is a witty writer, and the story was a fun, romantic quasi-mystery. The main character, Shea, goes on a very entertaining journey to find out if her heirloom engagement ring belonged to a happy couple. Her global adventures and personal journey to figure out who she is will keep you engaged.

Thanks to NetGalley and Putnam for the opportunity to read The Heirloom by Jessie Rosen. I enjoyed the story, the characters, the travel adventures, and the surprises.

An immersive read about a superstitious woman trying to figure out her life.

Shea is in a great relationship. So why does she feel so ill at ease when her boyfriend proposes to her? Probably because he’s proposed with an heirloom ring and Shea becomes determined to find out whether the previous ring’s owner had a happy marriage. Her quest takes her around the US and Europe, and while she learns more about the ring’s history, she also discovers more about herself.

This was an intriguing story and I was riveted by Shea’s adventures and the ongoing mystery of her engagement ring’s previous owners. Shea makes some questionable decisions along the way and but it was still fun to follow along and enjoy the lovely descriptions of Italy and Portugal.

Recommended to anyone looking for an unusual, surprising, and charming read.

Thank you very much to Putnam Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advance copy.

I really enjoyed this book. Shea's Nonna had some rules about love, including not accepting an heirloom ring so as to not have the bad karma from the ring enter the current relationship. So what is Shea to do when her boyfriend, John, proposes with, yes, an heirloom ring? She heeds Nonna's advice, and decides to trace the history of the ring's previous owners to find out if the ring has positive karma. Shea travels the world with her sister and a journalist (what fun!). I loved the world journey and the unique story, and I always enjoy a character delving into self-discovery.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam for giving me this ARC in exchange for an honest review.