This was such a beautiful book I loved Ghosted and because of the tittle this one caught my interest.
It was a little difficult for me to understand the beginning, but after the first chapter I liked the way the story was going I felt it was a little fast paced and I was mad at the main character for some decisions she makes after meeting him.
I had the honor of reading both the digital book and the audiobook and it was a wonderful experience, I really like the narrator and also because the main character loves physics some information had beautiful artwork that made the book more enjoyable.
It was beautiful seeing the characters of Ghosted again and how their lifes were going. Also I liked that this one was a little more explicit talking about the menstrual cycle, men's and women's body.
The story at the beginning was really good I felt like I was reading a normal romcom and then when the switch happens I remembered that they were supposed to switch bodies, which was surprising.
Loved how the theme of loving someone could change who you are, having examples of both points of view which could explain why each character were like that.
Something that felt that was missing was a little more of the characters lifes in the last chapter but maybe we get to see more of them in the next book.
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for this book and audiobook.

I was given an Advanced Reader Copy of this book in exchange for a fair review. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher.

Once I started reading Sarah Ready's book "Switched", I could barely put it down! I really was rooting for Henry and Serena. They had amazing chemistry, and I was invested in the plot, and getting to learn more about both of their families. I'm going to definitely go back and read the first book in this series, and pick up some of her other works.

My favorite niche is a cross between romance and magical realism and Sarah Ready has got this niche down pat! I loved her previous book Ghosted and now absolutely adore her newest book Switched. She has a remarkable of straddling magic and science that makes my heart pitter-patter. And the sweet, emotional love stories that unfold are just the cherry on top!

Serena Otaki is such a lovable, free-spirited science nerd determined to not let love distract her from her true love with science. It’s sweet to witness the way she navigates opening her heart while still remaining committed to all that matters to her. The storyline in this book is so unique and distinct, that I found it to be a breath of fresh air after a string of trope-y romcoms. If you are looking for a sweet, funny romance with a reality-bending twist, Switch should be the next book on your TBR!

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced copy! I loved it!

This story is a little wild and out there. The first 1/3 was hard to get thru. The tone was very much the ramblings of a physicist. There is A LOT of science and physics talk and if you aren’t into that, it’s tough to get thru. I love a good stem story (ala Ali Hazelwood, Elizabeth Everett), but this was a tough subject. Then, they switch bodies. The story got much more enjoyable after that and it was fun reading how they navigated some familial challenges. Overall, unless you are a physics fan, try this from the library.

Thank you W.W. Crown for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Well, she’s only gone and bloody done it again! Sarah Ready -a must read Author in our opinion- has completely stolen our hearts with Switched. We can’t say we’re surprised as every book she’s written has left us in awe. In awe of the way in which we connect to every single character. In awe of her seamless and flawless writing. In awe of her unique storytelling that always captures our attention as well as our hearts. In awe of her flair for bending the rules and challenging concepts of romance. We could go on!

There’s something so human about Sarah Ready’s characters, sure, they encompass a little magic but mostly they’re made up of -real- real emotions, real fears, real dreams, real aspirations, real awkwardness, real hope, and real and honest love. Her stories are all so different, yet every single one has this realness running through the pages which is what makes us fall in book love. We laugh, we cry, we fall in love.

Switched is an unusual story of love. It’s the second book in Sarah Ready’s Ghosted Series, however, can absolutely be read as a standalone. We highly recommend reading both though as each is as wonderful as the other. Serena and Henry, as different as night and day yet both complement each other beautifully, but wow does it take quite the journey for them to understand and realise the why and the how. A heartbreaking, beautiful, funny, and ever so sweet journey. One that had us smiling and laughing and falling in love.

An opposites attract romance with a slightly paranormal twist as the hero and heroine somehow manage to switch bodies – think Freaky Friday and you’ll get the idea. Serena ‘Ducky’ Otaki was a free spirited, trekkie physicist with no intention of ever settling down as she had a healthy fear of losing her identity to a husband. Henry Joule was a tea swilling, uptight Brit who dreamt of settling down and giving his family the same kind of life he’d had growing up. After a meet cute beginning, the planets aligned, and they spent the night together, but Ducky ran crushing poor Henry’s dreams before they had a chance to bloom. Then she found out Henry was her new boss at CERN.

I did enjoy the concept of Switched and there were parts of the book that I loved and other parts…… well not so much. I did find the description of Henry to be a bit of a stereotype, but I loved his chemistry with Ducky and also his relationship with his family. His pain at perhaps not being part of their lives if they couldn’t switch back was touching. Countering this were a few moments where I admit I laughed out loud, namely Henry experiencing menstrual pain – definitely a drama queen! I didn’t enjoy the science side of things which went right over my head, so I was glad when the story moved away from Geneva to the UK and then the USA. I also found Ducky breaking the fourth wall and talking directly to readers a bit off putting but on the whole this book worked for me.

Thank you, Netgalley and W.W. Crown an Imprint of Swift & Lewis Publishing for the advanced reader’s copy. This book was fun and a super quick read. Not sure what part was my favorite- the cat’s name Captain Purrk or that when they switched places, Henry had to experience what period cramps felt like 😂. But really, this book made my laugh out loud at times. I didn’t know it was a sequel, so it can definitely be read as a stand-alone. I’m going to go read the first book in the series now to see what I missed.

This book is going to stay with me for a long time. Serena and Henry couldn't have been more amazing, I totally loved them. I loved Serena's geek side, her freedom and her desire to live her dreams.

I loved the way they both grew up living in each other's bodies, it came across as a very mature book, but I loved that it had a lot of laughs.
I totally recommend it.

"Switched" is a delightful romantic comedy that blends science, humor, and the unexpected twists of fate. I like how Serena and Henry, two seemingly opposite characters, are thrown into each other's lives and bodies, leading to hilarious and heartwarming moments. The author skillfully navigates the complexities of identity and attraction as Serena and Henry grapple with their newfound situation. With witty dialogue and charming characters, the novel explores themes of love, self-discovery, and the interconnectedness of the universe in a refreshing and entertaining way. It's a fun and engaging read that will leave readers rooting for Serena and Henry as they navigate the ups and downs of their switched lives.

Firstly thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an opportunity to read this in exchange for an honest review.

This is my first Sarah Ready book and it won’t be my last. Drawn to it by the comparisons to Ali Hazelwood (who I love!). If you like sweet, heartwarming and emotionally fast-paced narrative than this is for you!

Serena is completely in love with physics, her cat Captain Purrk and Star Trek. She’s enjoying her simple uncomplicated- messy emotion/relationship free life and staying that way. Henry loves phyiscs, family and friends and can’t wait to have it all. Cue a sweet meet-cute, sparks fly, Serena self sabotages and they end up working together trying to be neutral and avoid the elephant in the room. Until one day in a “Freaky Friday” type incident, they swapped bodies and whilst navigating the world as each other, trying to figure out how to switch back is a journey of acceptance, understanding and self discovery.

Sweet, emotional, funny and full of depth this is a rom-com you should definitely read.

I picked this up because I had only just discovered Sarah Ready’s books and my friend raved about Dear Christmas which I really loved, so thought why not give this a go. I am not a scientific type of person at all and I will confess that It took me 3 attempts to get in to this book. Third time lucky though and I really got in to this in the end. You don’t know how the other person feels unless you’ve walked in their shoes…. Well that is this book. I found it pretty hard going until the switch happened and then I was totally absorbed in the story of these two unique main characters and their journey to fix their situation. It had me giggling with laughter and then also gave me all the feels that left you with a big sigh when it finished. I hadn’t read Ghosted, the previous book but didn’t feel like I had missed anything out by not reading it before this one. Sarah Ready was not someone who was on my radar to read but she is now up there for me to check out any new books because I am really enjoying her style of writing and stories.

This book might have sparked my interest once again in contemporary romance.
The heroine, though cast as an intelligent woman has a very relatable life and vocabulary. I salute the author for not filling the book with deep science-y words. At first I cannot understand Serena's deep set aversion to commitment and marriage until I saw how her parents relate and then I totally get her. Still, I liked her already by this time.
For Henry, he was a total package of a hero for me. Almost too perfect actually until I saw his vanity amidst the chaos of their switched body. Though I saw him only through the filter of the heroine, I like him as a hero and a character.
The hilarious part of the story is the best part for me in this book. Let me say first that this is a first read for me for this author so I cannot talk about her other books but for once, the funny part of the story fits the character. Often, the funnies on books are the widely known jokes about genders but not in this book. The hilarious part comes from two smart people speaking their own language.
Have you ever read regency books or historical books that characters language reminds you of high schoolers cafeteria lingo? I did and its jarring.
In this book, the characters fit their words and their quirks and I admit, I repeatedly listened to the book three times because the story and the fun is that good.
Audiobook: There is just one chapter where the hero - Henry's point of view was shown and the narrator's accent is jarring. Throughout the book, the hero's accent is British and then this chapter of his POV comes in a hard american accent. Soooo jarring!
Other than that, the book is a perfect listen for me. I will surely look for other books from this author hoping they are just as good.
Thanks to Netgalley for providing me the audiobooks.

This book was everything. A light hearted story with a plot very similar to freaky Friday, and a heartwarming character development.

When Henry and Selena first met, it was love at first sight, but Selena refused to admit it. After spending time with each other and with each others family, they finally found common ground.

Sweet moments happened the whole way through the book and it was a very easy read. Would read it again as a lighthearted book!

This was a cute little book, a lovely twist to a Freaky Friday romcom. Enjoyed the fact the FMC is a woman in STEM, and the footnotes and graphs made me chuckle.

I got both the ebook and audio from NetGalley, and it was nice being able to switch to audio while commuting / doing other things.

Prepare to be swept off your feet by Sarah Ready's enchanting rom-com sequel, "Switched," the second captivating installment in her beloved "Ghosted" series.

Serena Otaki is a brilliant California physicist with not one, but two PhDs, and a steadfast dedication to the world of science. Love, however, has always been a foreign concept to her, buried beneath layers of equations and research papers. But then there's Henry Joule, her charming British boss at CERN, whose belief in the power of science is only rivaled by his unwavering faith in true love. Despite their undeniable connection, Serena chooses to prioritize her career over matters of the heart, leaving Henry behind.

Fast forward two years, and Serena and Henry find themselves in a perplexing predicament—they've inexplicably swapped bodies, with no scientific explanation in sight. Now, they must navigate each other's lives while concealing their true identities, all while unraveling the complexities of love, friendship, and second chances. Will this whimsical twist of fate lead them back to each other, or will it drive them further apart?

Sarah Ready's trademark wit and charm shine through in "Switched," delivering a heartwarming tale brimming with laughter, love, and a plethora of swoon-worthy moments. Henry's narration in one chapter is utterly captivating, showcasing his depth and vulnerability as a character. Serena and Henry practically leap off the pages with their palpable chemistry, while the clever references to binary stars and anglerfish add an extra layer of whimsy and intrigue.

But "Switched" is more than just a delightful read—it's a poignant exploration of self-discovery, forgiveness, and the enduring power of love. As Serena and Henry grapple with their newfound connection, they are forced to confront their deepest fears and desires, ultimately discovering that true happiness lies in embracing life's unexpected twists and turns.

With its delightful characters, clever storytelling, and irresistible charm, "Switched" is a must-read for fans of romantic comedies and anyone seeking a heartwarming escape from reality. Keep an eye out for its release on February 20th—it's a journey you won't want to miss!

A heartfelt thank you to Sarah Ready, W.W. Crown an Imprint of Swift & Lewis Publishing LLC, and Netgalley for generously providing me with early access to "Switched" in exchange for an honest review.

A RomCom with a lot of vibes from the movie The Hot Chick
Yes please!

I went into this story very blindly, and I was very entertained and also they added scientific references (that I didn't even understand) that I appreciated.

This story is very interactive as it has a protagonist who illustrates some of her situations through graphics (for someone very visual, it is appreciated), and with very funny footnotes she explains some unlikely situations in which she is somehow involved.

In this story we meet Serena or Ducky who is a theoretical physicist working in Geneva and who on Tuesdays has a date with herself in a bar, but like any good romcom that is respected ends up in a situation a little unfortunate, not to say, sticky, as it remains stuck in his seat.

Being in this situation she meets a handsome stranger with whom she strikes up a conversation and saves her from this sticky situation; things escalate and we find ourselves in a moment where the heat rises and things disappear (wink, wink), and yes, after all this rising graph, the man ends up saying the most endearing phrase of my hated cliche: I LOVE YOU.

Who the hell says I love you at the time of meeting?
I mean, I understand that the moment leads you to say crazy things, but this is on another level.
And I'm not the only one who thinks so, just ask Serena.

Who logically is shocked and frightened, and when the next day it turns out that this gentleman in addition to his one-night stand turns out to be his new boss, INCOMODO.

So as a scientific and thinking person, what she comes up with is to pretend that she has another prospective one night stand when they meet again in a bar.

Yes I know crazy.
And that only happens in the first 10% or so.

It goes on for a year, and the situation became unbearable for both of them and in a crazy situation that my unscientific mind understood, there was a cataclysmic event and they wake up and it turns out that they are in each other's bodies.

And you'll say, the plot is about them trying to find a solution to this unknown situation.
As it turns out, no.
But in addition to this, they begin to present situations in which they are forced to pass as a false relationship to have to interact with the family of both at different times, if each has to learn to behave and act like the other to interact with other people and that this does not result in an awkward moment.

So we see through the eyes of another, how they learn to appreciate the other person through being in that person's body (I know crazy, and worse with this review not review).

And here's a pretty poor summary of the story.
But I assure you that you can have a good time with it.

The fourth window breaks several times.
You feel sometimes like in class when they explain you some graphs.

And the period scene (believe me you must read to understand).

So yes, if you want to have a good time and feel like watching a 2000's movie, this is your story.

Thanks Netgalley for the ARC

#Switched #NetGalley

Thank you NetGalley and W. W. Crown, an imprint of Swift & Lewis Publishing, LLC, for the chance to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

This was my first Sarah Ready book but absolutely will not be my last. If you love the STEMinist fire of Ali Hazelwood and magical realism of Ashely Poston & Sophie Cousens- this book is for you!

If hearing that this is a Freaky Friday-esque switcheroo and the potential of endless cringe/anxiety inducing situations scares you off-think again. While their path is certainly bumpy- it's written in a way that is more fascinating than anything else. Observing how they begin to see each other as they become the other was really something.

SPECIAL NOTE: I listened to the ALC first- and the narration format worked in the footnotes SOOOO well. But after I saw a post on social media that the "on the page" version had diagrams and images-- I HAD to reread- wow! SO great! You can't go wrong with either version!

Switched was such a fun read! Prepare to suspend your disbelief and go along for the ride. Serena and Henry are both physicists working in Switzerland at the Large Hadron Collider (Don’t worry; you really don’t need to know what that is.) They are both very serious about their careers. However, they meet in a bar before Henry starts work at the LHC and sparks fly. When Serena realizes he’s going to be her boss, she skedaddles and tries to avoid him as much as possible.

Time passes and they are basically work enemies. Then during a storm, they have an “out of body experience” a la Freaky Friday. Suddenly Serena is in Henry’s body and vice versa. They don’t know how to reverse things and decide they need to stay together to try to figure it out. Which necessitates Serena attending Henry’s brother’s wedding as Henry, and so forth. They gradually learn to empathize with each other as they access some of the other person’s memories. There’s a hilarious scene when Henry, in Serena’s body, experiences menstrual cramps and thinks he’s dying and needs to go to the hospital!

What began as an insta-love hot one night stand turns into a slow burn, opposites-attract romance, and I loved it.

This is the second book in a planned trilogy but you definitely don’t need to read the first book to enjoy this one. (I didn’t.) A couple of people from the first book, Ghosted, appear in this one, but that’s all.

I bounced between the audiobook and the ebook for this title, which was very convenient. The audiobook is narrated mostly by Kelsey Navarro Foster, who did a great job with all the accents (Serena is from northern California and Henry is English), with one chapter narrated by James Anderson Foster.

Thank you to W.W. Crown an Imprint of Swift & Lewis Publishing LLC, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advance reader copy of this book and to listen to an advance copy of this audiobook. All opinions are my own.

Switched is Sarah Ready’s sequel to her popular paranormal romantic comedy Ghosted. The heroine of Switched, Serena, was introduced in Ghosted as Jillian’s best friend. Switched can be read as a stand-alone but it will be enjoyed more if read after Ghosted. Imagine if the characters from the TV show The Big Bang Theory were put into the movie Freaky Friday and you have the basis of Switched.

After earning a double PhD in Physics and Computer Science at the age of 22, Serena Otaki left California to work at the Large Hadron Collider near Geneva, Switzerland. Serena is obsessed with Star Trek and spends her free time with her rescue cat, Captain Purrk, and hanging out at a dive British pub. She doesn’t waste her time on housekeeping, not minding a messy apartment and eating spicy frozen tofu dinners. She’s not interested in romantic relationships, so she has one-night stands when she feels like it, but always with a new man. Samantha is afraid that if she falls for a man, she will give up her beloved job and scientific studies to follow traditional female roles.

One night, Serena meets a handsome British man, Henry Joule, at the Cock and Bull Pub. He helps her out of a tight spot, and she goes with him to his hotel room for a hot one-night stand. The next morning, she sees an email from work announcing him as her new Team Lead. When she meets him again at the pub, she pretends that she has a date with another patron to discourage his interest in her. When she sees him at work the following week, things are awkward.

Fast forward one and one-half years and things are still awkward at work between Serena and Henry. They are secretly attracted to one another and are unable to date others because of that attraction. However they realize that they are vastly different in their daily habits. Henry is an uptight, schedule-driven, organized tea drinker. Serena’s free-spiritedness and sloppiness drives him batty. They are both workaholic attractive genius physicists though.

Then late one night an electrical storm causes an unexpected event at the particle collider, and Serena and Henry switch bodies. Serena is in Henry’s body, and Henry is in Serena’s body. They each become very familiar with the other while literally walking in their shoes. They begin to understand their fears and motivations, and gain perspective on the opposite sex. They have to adjust to their new circumstances quickly because the switch happened right before they were scheduled to take vacations with their families. Then they do research to try to figure out a way to switch back into the bodies that they were each born in.

There are many hilarious scenes in Switched, and readers will be reminded of both The Big Bang Theory and Freaky Friday. The pub patrons, Super-collider employees, and family members add extra humor and depth to the story. I absolutely loved all the cameo appearances by Jillian and Daniel from Ghosted. I enjoyed all the Star Trek references, and especially the cat, Captain Purrk.

While most of the story falls into the comedy genre, the author brilliantly expresses Serena’s lifelong desire to unlock the mysteries of the universe. Her elegant articulation of Serena’s fears of losing herself if she gets in a serious relationship with a man are so poignant. This serious side of Serena’s personality is what elevates Switched above other Freaky Friday-based stories.

I received an Advance Review Copy (ARC) from NetGalley and W.W. Crown Publishing for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

I absolutely adored this book! It's such a fun read, very cute and quirky!
Serena is a physicist who'd rather spend her time smashing atoms, doing anything physics-related, or in her messy apartment watching Star Trek with her cat. She cannot and absolutely will not entertain the idea of libe or dating (but hookups are ok!) One night she meets a guy at a bar and hooks up with him, but flees as soon as he says he feels like it's love at first sight. Big NO for Serena! She then learns this guy, Henry, is her new boss and she decides she needs to cut all sexual/ personal ties with him and keep it strictly work-related. Serena believes they have nothing in common, other than their love for physics. He believes you find yourself in love and marriage, she believes you lose yourself. They're total opposites, in almost every aspect.
One night at work, an incident occurred that caused them to switch bodies. They've spent days in each other's bodies, and in this time they've learned so much about each other. They've experienced each other's memories, glimpses and emotions from each other's pasts, and through this they've come to understand each other & their views on love.
It's a great read! It's very Freaky Friday (2.0), mixed with romance and a ton of laughs! (Plus the diagrams & sketches are amazing! Lol) Loved this one!