I really wanted to enjoy this book but the beginning didn't have enough to keep me intrigued. I got about 30% into the book and set it down. Now almost 40% in, the pacing of this book is just a little too slow for me, and I am just not invested enough in the character despite such an interesting plot.

This was just ok? I wasn't enthralled with their story and felt it hard to root for them as a couple. But love the representation!

I ended up skipping a lot of parts as I just wasn't as engaged with the book as I wanted to be. I didn't get a sense of chemistry between the FMC and MMC and didn't feel pulled into their stories. While I get that miscommunication is a very real thing IRL, it sometimes got a bit too much in the book. WHY CAN'T PEOPLE JUST TALK TO EACH OTHER!!

Thanks to Canary Press for the eARC; all opinions are my own.

I really liked this and thought it was an interesting take on a long distance relationship. I did have to wonder how much each of those flights cost for FMC since she was just an assistant though. But overall, a good love story and liked seeing the different character arcs.

A contemporary romance that explores love, family, and self-discovery. With rich character development and emotional depth, the story offers a compelling journey of personal growth and unexpected connections. Kirwan’s writing is engaging, making it a great read for romance fans who enjoy nuanced relationships and heartfelt storytelling. While the pacing may feel slow at times, the novel’s warmth and authenticity make it a rewarding read.

Overall: 3.75
Spice: 3

A tense interaction during a flight leads you to finding the love of your life. We take multiple trips from New York to London while the FMC and MMC become comfortable with moving on from past relationships and stop letting their family control there life. It was great love story going from strangers to lovers.

Lanie and Ridley meet on a plane ride from New York to London. Their first impressions aren't great, but after a few hours things start to get interesting and they start to click. Several flights later, and they might just be falling in love. This is a cute story with good characters.

Whimsical in the age of dating and getting to know another person. This book is a beautiful representation of creative work; the love and the banter was a theme I have loved and since admired.

2 5 stars

This just didn’t work for me. The only reason I made it through was because it was an arc.
The writing style just wasn’t for me. The FMC was a doormat and a cry baby. The MMC had no charisma. And together they had not one ounce of chemistry 😩

I also didn’t like any of the other characters. Everyone one of them was insufferable and got on my nerves 😟

There were definitely some aspects of this book I enjoyed. The romance between the main characters, Lanie and Ridley, that develops as they travel back and forth between New York and London was a fun concept. I also really liked the banter between Lanie and her family—it added some humor and warmth to the story.

That said, I had a hard time connecting with the main characters. Lanie, in particular, could be quite immature at times, which made it difficult for me to like her. The communication (or lack thereof) between Lanie and Ridley was frustrating, and it felt like a lot of unnecessary drama came from their failure to just talk things through. The rushed ending didn’t help either, leaving me feeling a bit unsatisfied.

While there were some entertaining side characters, I didn’t really care for Lanie’s cousin, Gemma, and I found Ridley to be somewhat one-dimensional. He seemed like a nice guy, but I didn’t feel like I got to know him deeply. The ending wrapped up too quickly for my liking, and some parts just felt a little unrealistic.

Overall, while the concept was fun, the lack of communication between the main characters and the rushed conclusion made this a bit of a frustrating read for me.

This was an okay book, it just never really clicked for me. There wasn't a fun spark or a can't put it down feeling. It was too long and I didn't enjoy single character unfortunately. I did go in expecting a cute and light love story! Laine was annoying and immature for how long she was suppose to be. This book had a lot of protentional.

Their meet-cute had me locked in to see how their long-distance relationship worked. An FMC who's sheltered and an MMC who is smart and direct—what a combo! This is a pretty straightforward contemporary romance.

I think the romance aspect was super cute and I loved their meeting. I didn’t enjoy the family aspect for both main characters.

Lanie’s crush (Jonah) stringing her along for years and treating her terribly is disgusting - especially since they’re supposed to be best friends. Then Lanie’s cousin (Gemma) and Jonah get together, don’t even tell her when they all know how she feels. Then on top of that when Gemma finds out that Jonah and Lanie lost their virginities together and truly understands the extent that Jonah was stringing Lanie on and being terrible but Gemma still decides to marry him. I just couldn’t get past that.

The family aspect on Lanie’s side ruined the whole book for me because Gemma is the worst, Jonah is a terrible person and it frustrated me that they reconciled at the end.

I loved this book! The mark of an excellent romance for me is whether the author can provide a compelling, emotional plot that allows characters to grow. And Kirwan did all that and more with Lanie and Ridley’s story. I loved the care that was taken with the two of them because they were both coming into their unexpected relationship with a lot of emotional baggage.
I also loved that they both got the opportunity to reconcile not just their romance but also with their families. There was so much tension throughout the book and I loved how it was resolved.
I found the connection between Lanie and Ridley to be so hot. The slow burn of their attraction turned friendship turned more was simply a pleasure to read. And the intimate scenes were Hot!
In all, once again this was just an excellent book and I will absolutely seek out Kirwan’s next one!

Frequent Fliers by Noué Kirwan is a witty and charming romance that explores the ups and downs of love, career, and self-discovery. The story follows two protagonists whose lives intersect through frequent travel and unexpected encounters, leading to a blossoming romance full of sparks and emotional depth. Kirwan's writing is engaging, with sharp dialogue and relatable characters, capturing the complexities of balancing personal ambitions and relationships. The book explores themes of vulnerability, trust, and the challenges of finding love in unconventional circumstances. Frequent Fliers is a delightful read for fans of contemporary romance with a touch of adventure and heart.

The writing felt boring and inconsistent. I got to 33% and seemingly nothing happened. Disappointing.

Thank you to Harlequin Trade Publishing and NetGalley for my ARC copy! This review contains my personal thoughts and opinions.

I thought the premise of Frequent Fliers sounded really cute, but unfortunately, it didn’t quite deliver for me. While the concept had promise, I found that the execution left much to be desired.

The biggest hurdle for me was the characters. Almost all of them annoyed me in some capacity, making it difficult to connect with the story. The slow burn was sloooooow, making the book feel longer than I think it needed to be. That said, I did enjoy the ending—it was cute and wrapped things up in a way that felt satisfying despite my struggles with the rest of the story.

While this one wasn’t a hit for me, I know others may connect differently with the characters and plot. If you're a fan of stories with complex interpersonal drama and are patient with character flaws, it might still be worth checking out.

Rating: 2.5/5

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing | Canary Street Press for the ARC of Frequent Fliers!

After being blindsided by her favorite cousin getting engaged to Lanie's longtime crush, the last thing she wants to do is deal with a rude seatmate on her flight from New York to London but Lanie can't catch a break. However, as the flight gets underway she discovers that Dr. Ridley Aronsen is actually kind of easy to be around. After getting his number Lanie begins to slowly communicate with him and both of their frequent flights become perfect excuses to get to know one another better. But is Lanie over Jonah and can Dr. Aronsen get past the death of his wife so they can be together?

This was a phenomenal romance! It had so much depth and nuance. Both of them felt like real people, not glorified characters. They both screwed up, not just in their relationship with each other but also with those around them. There was a lot of real focus on Lanie's anxiety and how it changed her life but it was never magically fixed; it was something she struggled with, made strides forward, and had backslides with throughout the story. I highly recommend this book!

What a fun read! I loved learning about Lanie as she worked to heal and find love again.

I was also really touched by Ridley and his experience as a single Dad, who is struggling with his own emotional feelings as he grieves his wife.

This book is definitely a slow burn, and more character driven than plot driven, but I enjoyed it all the same.

Add in drama at a wedding, and of course, my favorite thing in general, travel, and you have a really solid read!

2/5⭐️ Something was terribly wrong with this book! I didn’t connect with either characters in the book! Writing was dry and wasn’t intriguing enough! When it ended I was okay moving on!