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This story was cute and fun to read. I enjoyed the character development and the plotline that felt unique. I found it difficult to get through at times because I was not as enraptured as I can get, but this was a great book for laying on the beach.

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I enjoyed this for the most part but I had some issues with the pacing. I have a soft spot for queer books so by default I liked it in that regard.

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I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

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This was a miss for me. I was loving the first 30%, then the pacing dropped off and the plot stalled out. I appreciated the diverse cast of characters and the sex positivity throughout the book.

Sincere thanks to NetGalley and St Martin’s Griffin for an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

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I was really excited for this book because I am from Green Bay and since this takes place there I needed to read it. The book was ok but it just didn't catch me like some other books have.

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Wow! This book really worked for me and I barely know how to explain it!

First of all, the UST in this book was off the charts and it's possible that the sexiest thing about this book is the amazing and vulnerable communication both main characters are capable of.

Honestly I don't even know how the authors achieved the strong sense of stakes because even in reflection, it's hard for me to articulate it but I can tell you I felt them. The obstacles felt real and meaningful, which made the story so compelling.

And the way these two see each other, ask each other questions - seeking to understand. Super hot. Also loved the wonderful parental units and other secondary characters.

There was a tiny pacing blip for me around the 70% mark and I worried it would not end as strong as it started but it totally recovered and I think this might make it into my top books of the year.

Oh and I listened to the audio and it was really well done. I'll be seeking out other books by the authors and the narrator!

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Thank you, Netgalley, the author, and St. Martin's Press for the gifted e-book! ❤️ #gifted. My review is comprised of my honest thoughts.

Read this book if you like: Dual POV, steamy, friends to lovers, actress, Sapphic romance

This was so cute and sweet. I love second chances. This one happens to be childhood best friends, who grew apart. I love how strong their connection is. The tension is 🔥. I highly recommend it!

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Everyone I Kissed Since You Got Famous feels like it’s destined to be a queer classic! This heartfelt story follows two former best friends who reunite and face old and new feelings head-on. It’s that classic story of realizing, just a moment too late, that friendship might actually be something more. Luckily for these characters, they get a second chance—and they don’t waste it.

The romance here feels incredibly real and beautifully layered, striking a perfect balance between sweet, tension-filled moments and deeper, bittersweet themes. While there are definitely emotional parts, the characters’ growth feels genuine and moving, making the journey all the more satisfying. This book delivers a mix of rom-com charm with a touch more depth, ideal for anyone looking for a romance that explores love, friendship, and identity with nuance and warmth.

Highly recommended.

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Thank you to Netgalley and the publishing company for this Digital Advanced Readers Copy! I thoroughly enjoyed it!

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I love this book so much I'd kiss it on a TikTok video! 💋 😘❤️ Such an interesting concept. Loved the kitty communication buttons 🥰 Katie and Will FOREVER! Also this is technically a spoiler but I was THRILLED there was no third act breakup tripe, no miscommunication trope, YAY WE LOVE TO (not have to) SEE IT!

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I think for the right reader this is a five star. I had trouble getting into the novel and after repeated attempts dnf’d after a few chapters. I really loved the concept of the book and the tropes just could not get into the characters.

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OMG, I REALLY loved this book!!!! I was drawn into the story immediately, and Mae Marvel SERIOUSLY knows how to write sexual tension! The main characters had insane chemistry and their story was so beautifully written. 5 stars from me, for sure! I will be buying this book.

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thanks netgalley and the publisher for an arc in exchange for a review.

I thought this book was super cute. I also loved the way both characters come back to each other. I thought this was a bit refreshing coming from other romances I have read that seem so typical or have my number one pet peeve, miscommunication, this book had none of that and was a lot more light-hearted. I think it could have been a little shorter for my taste, but still a recommended book from me.

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This book was adorable. I found myself reeled in from the beginning. This book has a lot of heart and some steam to go with.

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I had such a hard time with this, and almost DNF'd it three times mostly because no one in real life talks the way these characters do. It was so stilted and awkward and just...strange. The plot felt like it ground to a halt around 30% into and then the characters did nothing but talk...which is what I had the biggest problem with, overall, so I struggled to finish.

I also felt like a sensitivity consultant (is that a thing?) would have been a good move for this book. The issue of Huntington's Disease is a hard thing to tackle, and a tough pill to swallow if you or anyone you know has been affected by the absolute atrocity that is that disease. It felt poorly researched and handled and not a true reflection about a family coping with that disease would be. On top of that, it felt like every possible issue was shoehorned into a thin plot.

Overall, not for me. At all.

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What can I even say? I love a sapphic romcom and I ate this one up! Second chance romance, slow burn, and all the queer happy vibes are just everything in this story. I snort-laughed several times and I may have teared up at the end which is all I truly want in any book that I read. When you’re looking for your next sapphic romcom, definitely reach for this one – you won’t regret it!

Thanks to St. Martin’s Press & NetGalley for an E-ARC copy of this story.

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The story was cute, and for the right reader, I think they would love it. This was out of my normal wheelhouse and I had trouble relating to the characters

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this book was fun! i loved the forced-friendship to actual-friendship to total-absence to crushes to lovers arc. i liked how it was about tiktok fame and movie fame. i liked the ways that they talked to and cared for each other.

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Thank you #griffin and @netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I love a book with a small town aspect and this was a fun one. Kate is a small town girl who made it big as an actress. When she returns home she comes face to face with her past in the face of Wil! A lot of history leads to happiness!

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A queer, friends to lovers, second chance romance checks all my boxes. I loved this story! It was well written and a fun rom com read. Oh and it was a cozy read!

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