What a cute book. I really enjoyed this romance and how it didn’t take itself too seriously. I hope to read more from this talented author. Cover art is adorable.

This book is just so good! It’s about grief and running away and found family and found places and expectations and love. Such profound, beautiful love. I hope you read it.

Special thanks to Putnam for the ARC.

Yes, yes, and yes!! Loved this book. The cover grabbed me but the story is just so lovely! You will not regret diving in!

Absolutely ADORED this. Ivy’s debut is definitely something special. I loved Lark and Cal’s friendship and how it grew into something more.

A cute love story between an Irish mortician and a charismatic American. Although Callum is shy, introverted and overwhelmed by his new American neighbor, his quiet confidence lures Lark in and the duo become solid friends. But as the story progresses, can this friendship evolve into something more? A fun and spicy read.

The cover of this one sold me and it was absolutely adorable in every sense, loved the two MC’s and loved their chemistry

This is a great spooky season read for romance readers who prefer cozy over scary. It's an opposites attract friends-to-lovers romance set in Ireland.

I enjoyed how unique this felt from the characters to the premise. Lark is a vivacious animator from Texas who takes a job in Galway Ireland. Callum is a reticent undertaker who lives at the mortuary next door to the home Lark rents. He has to marry before his upcoming 35th birthday in order to keep his business. I think you can see where this is going...or can you?

Romantic and sweet, the layered backstories added great depth and character development. It's a clever take on the grumpy sunshine trope.

This was funny too! A good mix of typical humor and dark humor. The morbid scenes made me cringe just enough to be campy without being grotesque. The sentimentality and flirtation gave me that warm feeling I'm seeking in a romance read.

Wonderfully imagined! I recommend it and am looking forward to Fairbanks next installment in the series.

Thank you to NetGalley and Putnam Books for an advanced digital copy in exchange for an honest review.

This was so fun! I really enjoyed the slow burn. I've seen this all over and I was so excited to finally dive in. And it's perfect for this time of year. Full review to come!

Despite a seemingly morbid and potentially macabre premise, this story is funny and charming, with so much banter and tension. It’s playful and fun without sacrificing the heart of the storyline. At times it was hard for me to read because the subject matter hits close to home for my anxiety. Overall it’s a book that’s life affirming in a way only a story with strong themes of death and grief can be. A well deserved HEA!

We found this book to be a fun and cozy read.
It was a great friends to lovers book that also told a heart felt story of grieving and finding new love.
We adored the blend of the Irish and Texas slang and cultures, anything that can bring people together we adore.
Thank you for the chance to read this book!

I really enjoyed this book! I found it adorable and pulling at my heart strings. I couldn't help but feel warm and fuzzy after reading this.

Lark is a widowed animator and makes a temporary move to Ireland. There she meets the (cute) mortician, Callum. Callum has to be married by 35 to be able to get his inheritance. The two form a friendship and Lark promises to help Callum find love. But their friendship starts to grow in another direction. Will they both find love in each other?


This book really explored love after loss and did it so well. I loved the book being set in Ireland! This gave it such a magical vibe in my opinion. I am also a sucker for the friends to lover trope. This book is perfect for any romance can! 4 stars out of 5. Thank you Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Morbidly Yours was a sweet little romance between an American who moved to Galway and a funeral home director. Lark is running away from her life in America for a dream job at an animation studio, meanwhile her new neighbor Callum is on the verge of losing his family's funeral home due to a clause in his grandfather's will. Lark and Callum quickly become friendly, and she offers to help him find someone to fill the marriage clause. as the deadline ticks down, we realize that Callum only has eyes for Lark. It was really interesting getting to see this dynamic play out and I look forward to reading more from Ivy Fairbanks in the future.

This book was extremely cute and I loved both characters. I enjoyed both pov’s which is something rare for me. I do wish there was more sexual scenes as the translation guide to read before starting the book really got my hopes up for some good scenes and there were only two. I did find the FMC’s thoughts on relationships frustrating as they didn’t “officially” get together until the last chapter of the book but it was a nice refresh from the third act breakup trope.

Morbidly Yours by Ivy Fairbanks is a darkly humorous and refreshingly unique romance that blends quirky characters with a dash of the macabre. Fairbanks has crafted an unconventional love story that is equal parts witty, heartwarming, and charmingly offbeat.

The plot centers around two protagonists with an unusual connection to death, making their journey toward love both unexpected and intriguing. Fairbanks balances the darker themes with sharp humor, keeping the tone light and entertaining while delving into more profound moments of self-discovery and vulnerability. The chemistry between the main characters is undeniable, and their witty banter provides plenty of laugh-out-loud moments.

One of the standout elements of Morbidly Yours is its originality. Fairbanks manages to infuse the story with a blend of whimsy and heart that feels fresh and unique. The eccentric supporting cast adds even more fun to the story, making it a delightfully quirky and enjoyable read from start to finish.

Overall, Morbidly Yours is a must-read for fans of unconventional romances with a darkly comic edge. Ivy Fairbanks’ writing is witty, engaging, and full of heart, making this book a memorable and entertaining experience.

A big thank you to Ivy Fairbanks, NetGalley, and PENGUIN GROUP Putnam for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

I have never wanted to be the FMC in a romance so bad!! You know…minus all the trauma. Morbidly Yours is a heartfelt, wholesome contemporary romance with a grumpy, but lovable MMC and a beautiful setting. I seriously couldn’t get enough of Callum and Lark! I love them both with my whole heart and I absolutely ship the crap out of them. There were several times I wanted to shake Lark and beg her to just accept that she deserves love but I appreciate that the author didn’t just gloss over Lark’s loss and grief. I’ve found that in a lot of romances, if one of the main characters falls for someone, suddenly their worries or burdens are no more - that’s not the case here. Lark’s love for Callum and vise versa didn’t magically fix her AND I LOVED THAT. Morbidly Yours is going to stick with me for a long while in the best of ways. I can’t wait to see more from this author and this series!

Thank you to NetGalley, Putnam’s Sons, and the author for sending me an early copy!

A cute, cozy, humorous romance novel. The characters are endearing and will leave you on the edge of your seat waiting for the resolution. Don't sleep on this adorable romance, perfect to curl up with on a cool fall afternoon.

This was such a fun read! I loved the characters and the grumpy X sunshine trope! I really liked the slow burn romance between the two MCs. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a cute rom com for the spooky season.

A romcom filled with heart, grief, and new beginnings. Lark is grieving her husband and moves to Ireland for a career opportunity and fresh start. She doesn’t expect to end up living next door to a funeral home and its handsome owner, Callum. Meanwhile, Callum is grieving the loss of a loved one as he prepares to take over the family undertaking business, though with one difficult hurdle to pass first: in order to inherit his life’s work - he must marry by 35. Together, Lark helps him to branch out and date, but it’s not long before both start to have feelings…that they of course keep to themselves. Because what’s healthy communication?
I loved this book and felt it was the perfect balance of humor and sadness that anyone who has grieved a loss can appreciate.
Thank you to Lassen Press for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

This book was a cute rom com! I loved the Ireland setting and the morbid humor built into it. I just felt like I couldn’t really connect with the FMC at all because her avoidance of grief wasn’t the way that I felt during moments of grief. It also led to losing some of the connection between Callum and Lark that I would have loved to see.

Callum was an amazing MMC though! His dirty talk in Irish, he was shy and stoic but came alive when he was around her, wanted to show her all his favorite places, and stood up for Lark in every single moment!

The “need to get married” storyline wasn’t really for me. I think it could have been done well, but it led to a big conflict and third act breakup that I didn’t love. It also led to a very rushed ending I felt like.

I received a complementary ARC of this book from NetGalley on behalf of the author and the publisher.
Cute cozy rom-com read about two lonely people who are opposites but become friends that grows in to more. The back and forth banter is super cute and Callum's the type of guy that you need to take time to break through is rough exterior to find the sweet guy who's hidden inside. It just so happens that Lark, whose healing from losing her loving husband, is the perfect person to do that. If you enjoy a cute romance story this one is for you.