I read this book in 24 hours. I really enjoyed it. The premise is so interesting and unique. Every time Daphne meets a love interest, she is presented with a piece of paper telling her how long the relationship will last. How would you approach a relationship if you knew exactly how long it would last or knew it wouldn’t last forever? I was definitely intrigued and I loved how Daphne dealt with these experiences. My 1/2 star deduction was really because I felt like Daphne and Jake’s connection was just a bit blah and it made parts of their story (decisions) not seem believable. Serle’s writing style is so easy to read and I enjoyed the short chapters and pacing of the book. The wrap up of the ending also felt like such a satisfying conclusion and it left me smiling as I turned the final page.

4.5⭐️ rounded up to 5!

Read if you like:
▫️a touch of magical realism
▫️character growth
▫️Los Angeles setting
▫️alternate timelines

I've been on a huge romance kick lately and this book did not disappoint! I loved the flashbacks as Daphne explains when she first started getting the slips of paper and talks about her previous relationships. The entire concept of this book was so interesting to me. Imagine entering into every relationship knowing exactly how much time you have with that person. Would you fully invest yourself into the relationship or would you find yourself detached all the time because you know when the relationship will end?

This book had quite a few twists and turns that kept it interesting and made me want to keep reading to find out what happens next. I had no clue how this book would end and it definitely packed a punch considering how short it is. I'm giving this book 5 stars based on the uniqueness of the plot as well as the multiple twists that it had.

The only negative thought that I had was that I wish that this book was longer so I could continue following Daphne's adventures.

I was really excited by Expiration Dates, as the premise seemed to be 100% up my alley. I loved how it approached the concept of fate vs. free will, and particularly loved the timeline shifts between Daphne's past and present day. That being said, I did find Daphne to be annoying, and particularly struggled with being invested in her relationships as I felt like Serle employed a more tell than show style.

This is my 1st Rebecca Searle book but it wont be my last. This was a lovely and whimsical story about finding love. I will definitely be recommending this book to friends!

If you've read Rebecca Serle, you know what you're getting into, a romance with some magical realism thrown in. Expiration Dates is a fast read. The premise is that Daphne, for her whole dating life, receives a mysterious piece of paper telling her when she's starting to date someone, with how long it will last. The question is, is she deciding the length of relationships based on this, or is her fate already determined? There is another surprise midway through the book, and I don't know why it wasn't shared from the beginning, but it complicates matters. Daphne starts dating Jake, who sometimes seems perfect, but is it just because he's the first one without a date?

✨ Magical Realism
✨Fate Based Love Stories
✨ Unique Plots
✨Dual Timelines
✨Quick Reads

When Daphne gets a new boyfriend, the universe gives her a note with the amount of time they will be together for. It's happened since she was a kid, that is, until Jake comes along and she gets a note with just his name.

This one was super cute, I adored the concept, and the execution was spot on. The friends are lovely, the secrets are perfect, and her relationship with her parents is heartwarming. And as someone who dreams of living in LA, this made me fall in love even more. The only reason it's not 5 stars is I wish we had a little more time with the characters before the end, but all in all it was a fun quick read and I cannot wait to get a shelf trophy when it releases March 19.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Atria Books for letting me read this early!

When I started this book I was SO excited for the premise of knowing who the FMC would end up with and for how long. At about 40% I noticed the FMC had a few 'quirks' to her that were really just red flags. I don't know when the last time was that I read a book and disliked the main character wholeheartedly. A man's height is mentioned at least three times in the first half of the book, her lying is a recurring theme, she gaslights people, her way is the only way, she is quite shallow, and she is portrayed as very self-centered throughout the book.

It's really saddening as I can see the thought that went into strategizing when to share flashbacks, when to add certain characters back in, etc., but I don't think any thought went into making sure the fmc appears likeable. By the end I was rooting more for her exes than for her (#justiceforHugo). Hugo was my favorite character, followed by Murphy, and they didn't get the spotlight they deserved with how short this book was.

There were parts of this book that really made me wonder whether this was just written for a very particular audience that I am not a part of. I found I did not relate to the main character's way of thinking. Recurring religious and generational themes that popped up or were mentioned nonchalantly were foreign concepts to me.

Finally, I feel that there were multiple points in this book where I was grasping at air hoping for more. Daphne's illness was really just a filler and was not needed for the overall plot whatsoever. It took away from the magic and mystery or her knowing how long she had with the men. In the end the illness never came back to affect her and proved that it was still an issue. Other instances of this are when Hugo tells her he wrote Jake's note (did they really just get over it after a brief discussion and it never come up again?), and Murphy running back to her (even though she boarded her dog rather than leaving him with her parents on multiple occasions, smh). It felt really rushed and could've done with an extra 50 or so pages.

I am very sorry to say this book left a bad taste in my mouth.

Love this author, cant wait to read more by her! Perfect romance book that kept me interested and hooked for the start!!

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria books for an advanced e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This is my third book by Serle and I was ready with the Kleenex as I always ugly cry at the end of her books. But, I was pleasantly surprised that I didn't ugly cry at this one! Just a bit of tears in one part!

The premise of this story was so unique. One day in 5th grade, Daphne received a note with a boy's name and the number 8. Shortly thereafter she started dating this boy and they were together for a total of 8 days. Later in high school, when she gets another note and the length of time that she was with this person turned out to be accurate so she starts to realize that something is different for her.

The book is told in alternating timelines switching from the present to various times in Daphne's past. I was pulled into this book immediately and finished this one in less than 24 hours. There were a few twists, a couple that I didn't see coming. I really loved the realness of the characters and was very pleased with the ending. I loved this one almost as much as her debut, but I especially appreciated not ugly crying! This is definitely one to read if you are a fan of Serle's other books, Emily Henry, or Abby Jimenez.

Many thanks to NetGalley, Atria Books, and the author for access to this ARC. I loved Expiration Dates, it was such a fun, well written book I could not put it down and finished it in one day! Rebecca Serle always writes a book worth reading and Expiration Dates was no different, it was unexpected and witty. Do yourself a favor and grab a copy!

Thank you to NetGalley, Rebecca Serle and Atria books for the free ebook in exchange for an honest review.

This was good. I feel like it’s hard to review without giving anything away, but it has binge vibes all over it. It’s quick, short and delightfully written. It was definitely one I’d recommend.

Here is my review for expiration dates by Rebecca Serle! Thank you again for letting me read this story in advance I am so thankful and appreciative!

Rebecca Serle never disappoints. She creates an amazing atmosphere and gives us a book with heart. Loved it and love her!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

Magical!! This book was so incredible that I don’t think I can put into words how amazing it was.

Ever since Daphne was young, she gets a piece of paper with a name and amount of time she’ll be dating them. Some are just one night, others years. Then one day she meets Jake and the paper is blank. Is Jake her forever?

Her best friend, Hugo, is the heart of this book. I absolutely adored him and Daphne’s friendship. Like all Rebecca Serle books, this one was heartbreakingly beautiful. She has a way of writing that is so different than all the other books out there. Just pure magic! She will forever be an auto buy author for me! This book was wonderful and definitely my top read this year!


📘:Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle
🗓️: March 19, 2024

Thank you to NetGalley, Rebecca Serle, and Atria Books for this ARC!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

*Reviewed on NetGalley, Amazon, and Goodreads.

Expiration dates by Rebecca serle ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 3/5

Publishes March 19

What would you do if you received a slip of paper at the beginning of every relationship that would tell you how long the relationship was going to last? Welcome to Daphne’s life…. PS- I would hate this in real life but definitely wouldn’t be able to resist the urge to look. Daphne handles it better than I would 😅

I was totally preparing for a gut punch with this one, and while I definitely enjoyed it, I wasn’t super emotionally invested for some reason. In five years remains my favourite (while also my least favourite 😂) by this author

Thanks @netgalley for the earc!!

#rebeccaserle #expirationdates

I love all of Rebecca Serle's other books so I was super excited to read Expiration Dates. Daphne receives pieces of paper that tell her how long she is going to date someone so when she receives a note just saying Jake without an expiration date she isn't sure what this means. Is Daphne destined to be with Jake from these notes? But as the story unfolds will Daphne reveal her secret to the people in her life or continue to follow the notes she receives?

I really loved the idea of this book and the dynamic of Hugo and Daphne, I wish we have more dialogue with the two of them together. I do like Jake but there seemed to be no fire between the Daphne and him. Loved the little twists and would recommend this book!

So I appreciated the ending of this book and the premise and the relationships between the characters. I really really dislike the way this author constantly name drops so many references to stores and places, I find it distracting. Also, did not necessarily find the main characters chronic illness and the way it was discussed particularly necessary to the deeper plot.

My favorite by Serle yet. A masterful story that I read in under a day. Unputdownable. Phenomenal. I will be purchasing and sharing with all my friends.

This was my first book I've read from Rebecca Serle. I thought the concept of Daphne receiving a name and time (which she later figures out is the relationship length) was an interesting love story concept. I think the overall pacing was good for the story, but the back and forth timelines was a bit much for me. It also didn't keep my attention very well. I know that they are for story and character development and I have previously read books that do the same concept; I just think in a purely romance setting it was not for me.

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for the eARC!

Daphne begins receiving notes that tell her a name and an amount of time. When this begins, she is at a younger age, and she realizes this is a name and how long the relationship will last. There are definitely ups and downs to this! However, when Daphne receives a note that has no expiration date, she begins to question everything.

This turned into an expected type of story for me, but it was also deeply emotional at times and simply just absolutely enjoyable to read.

Out March 19, 2024!

Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!