Cara Bastone's has a gift for writing! I've loved her books for a while now and this was no surprise! I really enjoyed this story!
I like the premise and I found it to be original despite this being a popular trope in romance.

I absolutely adored this book!!! This is a book that I now tell everyone they have to read. Cara Bastone is a must read author for me now. This book was perfectly written. The cover is also beautiful!

I LOVED This book. The Romance, The plot, the characters, everything was amazing!
I really enjoyed how the story flowed and how the relationships developed so well. I was nervous the main character and her child father would date just complicate things but I’m so glad they didn’t. Shep is amazing! He was so supportive and kind and he is definitely on the top of my book boyfriend list. I think the author wrote Willa and Eve’s friendship very well. I appreciated that Willa wasn’t just immediately 100% fine with eve’s pregnancy. It added a layer of depth and realism to their relationship. I do hope to see Willa have a happy ending. Cara Bastone did an amazing job with this novel.

This was cute! This was the first book I read with the pregnancy trope and I actually really enjoyed it!

Before this book I had been in a reading slump. Even reading very popular books it was all unrealistic millionaire stories with no character development. I feel like this story was so down to earth and relatable that I finished it in about 4 days. I loved the story and felt the characters were portrayed in a realistic way. I thought the plot was different and refreshing and am looking forward to reading .more books from Cara Bastone

So this is the first book by this author I picked up and it was really good. I thoroughly enjoyed it and it was hard to put down. There were many ROFL moments and so much chemistry between the characters I want another add on story to Eve & Shep’s story and also the other characters in this story. So good I’m gonna go find Cara’s back log of stories.

REVIEW: Ready or Not by Cara Bastone

Cara Bastone's "Ready or Not" is a delightful contemporary romance that perfectly balances sweet and steamy.

Bastone's writing shines in her character development. They are relatable and multi-dimensional, carrying their baggage and insecurities. Their r journey from hesitant attraction to deep connection feels authentic and earned.

The author skillfully weaves in themes of self-discovery, family dynamics, and second chances, adding depth to what could have been a simple love story.

While the plot occasionally relies on familiar romance tropes, Bastone's fresh take and engaging prose keep the story feeling original. The pacing is generally good, though some readers might find the middle section slow.

Overall, "Ready or Not" is a heartwarming read that will satisfy romance fans looking for a well-crafted story with genuine emotional resonance. Bastone proves once again that she's a talented voice in the genre.

Thank you, Netgalley and Random House Publishing Group - Random House | Dial Press Trade Paperback, for the free advanced copy for my honest review!

I am always weary when it comes to reading about accidental pregnancies because the characters tend to just end up together due to the circumstances they have been put into, so I was surprised when the plot of this book steered away from that. Firstly the characters had such a cute relationship and their friendship made me want to cry sometimes. Tell me why Shep was the nicest person ever! He was so lovely and made the book worthwhile.
Although I would say that the relationship and somewhat miscommunication between the main characters drove me nuts and made me want to throw my phone across the room..., I ended up liking it more than hating it.

I really enjoyed this book. The main character is trying to figure out her next steps in life and finds out she is pregnant. Throughout the story she realizes who is there for her, who she can rely on and what she wants not only for herself but for her baby.

I received a copy of the ebook from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I absolutely adore Cara Bastone’s writing. This one did not disappoint! I laughed and cried and just enjoyed every moment of this book. It is a very heartwarming story. I would recommend this book to anyone enjoys sweet romance with a pinch of spice mixed in.

TW: this book talks about pregnancy, loss of pregnancy and loss of parents.

Eve is having a baby…with Ethan? A one night stand turns into a surprise pregnancy. Eve doesn’t live near family, but she has her best friend, Willa, and Willa’s brother, Shep, to lean on throughout her pregnancy.

I really enjoyed how the book with split into parts by trimester. I love that we got how Eve’s thoughts and body changed over each distinctive section. It reminded me of times throughout my own pregnancy.

Ready or Not by Cara Bastone was probably my favorite romcom of this year!! It's such a heartwarming story with amazing characters that feel so realistic. Even though pregnancy trope isn't typically my go-to, this is quite different and I'm so glad I gave it a chance because it was so worth it! I don't want to spoil anything so I won't mention anything else but please read this book so you can swoon along with the FMC! Also this cover is gorgeous!

I adored this book so much!! I don't usually like the accidental pregnancy trope, but Cara Bastone wrote it so well, and I absolutely loved the characters and the story. I liked how complex the characters' relationships with each other were, and I thought that the author handled the heavier themes in this book very well and with a lot of care. Overall, I would completely recommend this book!! :)

I read this book in one day. I couldn't put it down! Eve finds herself pregnant after a one night stand with a bartender named Ethan. She tells her best friend, Willa, and her best friend's brother, Shep. Willa, Shep, and Eve grew up together.

I loved the relationship between Willa and Eve. Willa has had fertility struggles, and I felt like she was written in such a realistic way. As Eve goes through her pregnancy, she spends more time with Shep. Shep shows up for her, and he is so amazing! Willa starts to develop feelings for Shep, and they are so sweet together!

I think that her situation with Ethan was handled in such a great way too. I was pleased to see that it wasn't a love triangle, and he was still a really good guy.

Overall, this book was an amazing read. Thanks to NetGalley and Random House for an ARC of this book.

This book hits you in all of the feels!

I'm pretty sure that Cara Bastone writes amazing characters. Eve and Shep are so well written that you want to keep reading after the story is complete. I fell in love with the story.

I loved Eve Hatch. She is a strong person who didn’t realize how strong she was. Ethan’s character was a bit much but he worked with the storyline. Shep was probably my favorite character. I wish we saw more of Willa since she was supposed to be Eve’s best friend but I get why we didn’t. Shep and Eve’s chemistry was strong and well written.

This is a slow-burn and for a little too slow. with way their chemistry was written, it shouldn’t have taken so long to admit their feelings and for more to happen.

I received a copy of this for my honest

I love Cara Bastone and have heard such great things about this book.

I absolutely loved this book! If you enjoy authors like Abby Jimenez or Emily Henry, or if you're a fan of the Friends to Lovers trope (which is my personal favorite), this book is definitely for you. It was the perfect escape during a tough week.

The story has a wonderful balance of humor and heartfelt moments, and the characters feel incredibly authentic. I connected with them so much, I wanted to give them all a hug! There were even some beautiful lines about motherhood that resonated with me.

Romance has been a comfort genre for me lately, and this book is a prime example of why. It's a slow burn with a few heart racing scenes! I highly recommend it to my fellow romance readers!

Thank you, Cara Bastone, Netgalley, and Dial Press Trade for the honor of the Arc in exchange for my honest reI loved this one! Cara Bastone is now an autobuy author for me.

Ready or not was like a warm hug and hot coco. I loved reading about this little slice of life and watching Shep and Eve's relationship. The found family and side characters were enjoyable to read.

Friends to lovers and slow burn. Zero toxicity,

If you enjoy Kate Clayborn, it had similar vibes.

Please go pick this up if you haven't already.

Ready or Not by Cara Bastone had well-developed characters and a plot that was engaging. This book was a great read. I highly recommend!

**Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for the e-ARC. All opinions expressed are voluntary and my own.**

This was a great way to spin a surprise pregnancy. I liked how Eve had to slowly come to grips with the idea, but that she had a good deal of support backing her. The background characters were the best. Shep was the best of cinnamon rolls and I wanted so much more of him!

Overall, this was a fun quick read that I was eager to watch unfold.

Thank you to the publisher for the advanced ecopy read in exchange for an honest review.