4.25 stars. This was super fun, quick, easy read while also managing to touch on themes of figuring yourself out and finding your path. I loved the astrology theme and the concept of going on a date with each sign in the zodiac was really cool. There was a rich cast of supporting characters that really filled out the story. I would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a cute, sweet and fun read!

Thank you NetGalley and Random House for this ARC. First of all, Susie Dumond writes very well. I felt the dialog was great and the characters were individualized, and there was a solid plot that kept the story moving. Gray meets with a renowned astrologer after breaking up with her long term girlfriend which leads her on an experiment to try dating someone from each of the twelve astrological signs. Between her new job and her supportive friends, Gray feels open to the exploration as long as it helped her reach her ultimate goal of a wife and family. She eventually realizes that astrology is only a tool and doesn't provide all the answers she thought it would.

The first two-thirds of this book were ok; it was humorous but not laugh out loud funny, it was kind of obvious where things were headed but still unclear how it would happen. The last third of the novel was really what I felt made the story worthy of four stars. Once we got out of the somewhat kitschy plot device of dating all the signs, the real depth to both Gray's character and her challenges, especially concerning her past experience with her family's religious expectations, was revealed and felt very emotionally relatable. I'm glad I stuck it out because it was definitely worth getting to that. It made the resolution feel true and unforced.

In the vibrant streets of New Orleans, where jazz notes hang in the air like promises, “Looking for a Sign” by Susie Dumond weaves a delightful tale of love, self-discovery, and celestial alignment. This story is a rom-com that will leave you grinning, sighing, and perhaps even checking your horoscope.

Meet Gray, a newly single queer woman who relocates to the Big Easy after a breakup with her long-term partner. Armed with optimism and an Aries spirit, Gray sets out on a mission: to find her most compatible match by going on a date with someone from each astrological sign. Yes, you read that right: twelve dates, twelve signs, and a whole lot of cosmic curiosity.

As Gray navigates the quirky world of New Orleans dating, she encounters a cast of characters as diverse as the city itself. From the fiery passion of an Aries to the dreamy introspection of a Pisces, each date brings its own surprises. And let's not forget Madame Nouvelle Lune, the astrologer who encourages Gray to look to the stars for guidance. Skeptical yet desperate, Gray dives into this quintessentially queer dating challenge.

But "Looking for a Sign" isn't just about zodiac compatibility. It's about finding oneself amid the constellations. Gray's journey isn't just about romance; it's about understanding her own needs, desires, and sense of adventure. Dumond deftly explores themes of family, acceptance, and the courage to leap into the unknown, even when Saturn's return threatens to shake everything up.

The writing sparkles like a star-studded sky. Dumond's prose is both tender and witty, capturing the essence of New Orleans: the sultry nights, the jazz-filled bars, and the magic that hangs in the humid air. You'll feel the rhythm of the city as you turn the pages, and you might even catch yourself humming a jazz tune.

And the characters? Oh, they're as vibrant as Mardi Gras beads. Gray's best friend, Cherry, adds a dash of sass and wisdom. The dates, each sign with its quirks and charms, will make you root for Gray's heart to find its cosmic match. And then there's Gray herself: a mix of vulnerability and determination, seeking love while learning to love herself.

"Looking for a Sign" is a celebration of found family, second chances, and the magic that happens when you dare to look beyond the earthly realm. Whether you're a believer in astrology or a skeptic, this book will leave you smiling and believing that love might just be written in the stars. Let Dumond take you on a celestial adventure. Trust me, you'll want to follow the signs all the way to the last page.

Thank you to NetGalley, Random House Publishing Group, and Dial Press Trade Paperback for a temporary e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I read this book on NetGalley - I gotta say the synopsis of this book did not disappoint. It is funny, charming, and one I will definitely reread again. Gray is going thru a pinnacle in her life and decides to go see Madame Nouvelle Lune to get her birth chart read. Madame Nouvelle made me want to find a way to meet her and get my birth chart read. Gray goes on 12 different dates with every sign, it was exciting to see which sign she would be her match. I love that although Grays growth was quick, Susie didn't skip watching her going thru the motions, to where it doesn't feel all too rushed. I can't wait to read it again once its out.

thank you to netgalley and the publisher for providing this arc! while im not really the biggest astrology girl, this book was still fun to read!

This was honestly precious and just what my brain needed going into the month of May.

Thank you to the author & to NetGalley for allowing me to have an e-ARC to read.

I love sapphic rom coms. They are very much my comfort zone but it wasn't like what I have read before. I really enjoyed the idea of going on a date with every single zodiac sign. Dumond hit it right on the nose. Even though the cast of characters is so large, all of them have distinct personalities. I laughed out load and can not stress how much I want more.

This book was a really rough start for me, I couldn’t really get into it until around 25%. The first quarter took me 3 months to read, the rest took me half a day! Once I got into it, I was really into it.

I wasn’t really into the idea of a sign being narrowed down to one person, but the individual dates were so fun to read. I really loved all the characters in the book (though I did have some side eye for Gray when she was hating on Disney, but I got past it).

I would have loved a little bit more, like an epilogue. But the ending was cute in its own right. I really ended up enjoying this book a lot!

This was a super cute rom-com about figuring out who you are and what you really want after years of stagnation. I'm not an astrology junkie, but I liked how Dumond was able to make each date fresh and unique, and really gave made New Orleans come to life. A fun, quick read!

I'm partial ;) but I think it's a great book! A queer woman looking for true love by going on date with someone of each astrological sign, and along the way, she learns some unexpected lessons about herself. This one's for the astrology gays <3

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for allowing me to read an ARC of Looking for A Sign,

Looking for a Sign by Susie Dumond follows Gray as she heals from heartbreak and dives head first into the astrological world, with the help of her best friend and an iconic local astrologer. What follows is Gray jumping into the world of dating as she dates her way through the zodiac, all before her Saturn return.

This book was a fun, lighthearted story of one woman's journey to finding her "perfect" queer family and learning along the way that perfect may not be what she imagines. Chock full of astrology and endless zodiac tropes, Looking for the Sign is a fun read!

This was super cute!! The concept of finding your match based off zodiac sign compatibility is absolutely brilliant. Gray’s character was fun to read during the process of her dates!

I do feel like some of the other signs that she went on dates with had more chemistry then who she ended up with but I still loved the end result! I just wish that had been really flushed out better, sort of like Gray’s character in general. There was so much opportunity for growth and development that wasn’t included that I feel like could have been.

Overall I really enjoyed this!!
Thank you NetGalley for the arc!!

What a ride. When Gray decides to date based on their astrological sign after visiting an iconic astrologer, interesting things happen with each date. Her best friend, Cherry, is there to cheer her on as Gray just has moved to New Orleans to start over after a breakup with a girlfriend of 10 years. The events that unfold are absolutely a joy to read about. Dating each of the signs leads Gray down an interesting path. And she's doing this while working PR at a new job. I loved the realistic approach the author took on each date. Being a fish out of water after the move, it's wonderful to see Gray's arc happen and see the character growth. I highly recommend as this sapphic love story is engaging and fun and it just gets better and better as you go. Very glad I read this and I hope it gives you the same type of smile it gave me! (Posted on Goodreads)

This was a super cute, lighthearted romance! The premise of dating through all the astrology signs was so fun. I don’t know a ton about astrology, but I feel like I learned a lot.

The Nola setting was also perfect for this book, and the author did a great job taking us through different parts of the city, mentioning landmarks, and making the city come to life on the page.

I would have liked a longer conclusion or an epilogue, but overall really enjoyed reading this.

Looking for a sign is a dreamy pivotal romance that brings alllll the goodness, angst, big thoughts and big hopes you could ask for.
It’s a brilliant out-of-the-box concept on dating with perfect spice and beautiful conversations and connection.
Told from one POV, it includes two passionate people from different family backgrounds who both approach life from different perspectives and arrive together.
I loved the backstory, the awesome friends made along the way (of course Cherry takes the cake!), the hilarious disaster dates and the sweet ones too. The conversation, joking and banter was all so natural and funny, and felt like I was right there with them.
I loved how Gray, a big-hearted and caring person, wants to build a different family culture than the one she grew up with.
I appreciated that the book talked about the complexities and draw of black-and-white thinking when leaving a religious belief system. The lure of continuing in similar rigid patterns of beliefs is something I know all too well and the religious trauma that so many queer people live with is something not often written about in romance novels.
Ultimately, a tender and beautiful and real/raw book that hooked me from the start and helped me realize I might not hate Aries so much ;)

This was a fun flirty book about finding your footing after leaving a long term relationship and opening yourself up to something new. I loved Gray's challenge of dating across the horoscopes, and it was fun to see the quirks of each of the signs and the chaos that went along with it! It's also incredibly comforting to see stories about characters in their late twenties/early thirties who are still figuring things out. It feels so real and relatable and I love to see it!

I found this book hard to start, and then I got invested, but it was a slow start for me. I was really intrigued when I read the description of this, but I found the book itself a bit lacking. It was a relatively quick read once I got into it, but I found the ending to be quite predictable. I did overall enjoy reading it though.

Looking for a Sign is a queer romance novel by author Susie Dumond.

I really enjoyed this story! Gray is a fun and charming lead, and I enjoy her full commitment to dating every astrology sign!

I didn't enjoy the third act conflict, but otherwise this was a fun, queer romance!

As someone who is not especially into astrology I did not expect to be as charmed by this book as I was. The premise of someone ending a long term relationship and embarking on a challenge to date someone from each Zodiac sign honestly seemed like it would be really silly but I was thought it was handled so well. I especially loved the different versions of ice breaker questions. This was a cute, queer story that kept me engaged. I didn’t love the third act conflict went. I will avoid spoilers and just say I wouldn’t be so quick to forgive.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book was really cute!! I enjoyed the plot of dating every zodiac sign, I think a lot of times speed dating like this is often done incorrectly in books, but this author did a fantastic job! I truly loved the main character and her found family in her friend, and I enjoyed seeing her come out of her shell! I will say that the "twist" became a bit predictable to me, but I thought it was a great addition to the story and really made everything work out perfectly! This book made me giddy and nervous for her dates, and I laughed out loud many times! I would definitely recommend!!