I really enjoyed this book! It's a lighthearted romantic comedy, and I found myself smiling and laughing out loud multiple times as I read it. The main characters endearing, and I thought the plot was really unique! There were twists that surprised me up until the end. If you like romantic comedies I would definitely recommend it!

This was a fun, sweet read and I am so happy that there is a whole backlist of books by Kirsty Greenwood. At first I wasn't sure what to expect with the beginning but it was such a classic "I didn't realize what I had in front me this whole time" thing, and the yearning of the main characters that make it a good romance. At the same time, the story is really about second chances and saying "yes" to the opportunities that present themselves in life. There were some laugh out loud moments but also a lot of heart-squeezing moments, interspersed with "flick-you-in-the-head" moments towards Delphie. I read it practically in one seating and was so curious as to how everything would end, and it did not disappoint!

Steam: 🔥🔥
Heart Flutters: ❤️❤️❤️

The first 75% of this book was quite enjoyable. I enjoyed Delphie, Cooper, Merritt, Mr. Yoon, and everyone else. The story was good, and I thought I knew where it was going.

The last 25% of this book made me more emotional than anything has in a while, and pushed my rating up to 5 stars. And it wasn’t quite as easily predictable as I was expecting, which was the cherry on top. I can go to sleep happy.

I accidentally wrote a review for the wrong book. Disregard this review and I will write my feedback once I’m finished. So sorry!!! I don’t know how to cancel this review.

🪽ARC Review🪽

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

Oh my goodness, I absolutely adored this book. What a cute concept with all these mentions of romance tropes and authors! So fun!

I really enjoyed the whole, I’m sending you back to earth but you have to find and kiss this guy to stay aspect. Even though it seemed like Delphie and Jonah had a connection up there in the afterlife, I had a feeling from the moment that Cooper asked for the selfie that it was going somewhere with him and it would cause a bit conflict for Delphie.

The whole underlying message of living life to the fullest was really well done too. I resonated with Delphie so much because I too was bullied as a kid/teen and often find myself alone. It hit home with me. I wish I could find myself a Cooper!

I also did not see that twist coming! Em=M? Genius!!!

What a lovely book!! Two thumbs up!

The Love of my Afterlife releases on July 2nd, 2024.

📚The Love of my Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ~ 4 stars

“The Love of my Afterlife” is a delightful romantic comedy that captivates readers with its humour, endearing characters, and witty banter. Thank you NetGalley and Penguin Random House for sending this ARC for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

I've never read a story about already dead characters so the premsie of the story was quite unique! The characters were super loveable & their growth was admirable.
Thank you to the publishers and net-galley for the earc.

enjoyed the story! Both characters were fun! Fun read for all romance lovers. Don't miss out on this one.

I received a free copy of "The Love of My Afterlife" from NetGalley.
This book is hilarious! It deals with a young woman who leads a mundane, mainly solitary life who dies in the funniest way (I know death is not funny, but in the story it is) and "awakes" to find herself in a kind of very weird afterlife with an afterlife counsellor. A stranger pops in, and the young woman share a passionate kiss with him. Problem is, he's not dead. He arrived by accident and so pop! away he goes. The young woman is given a challenge by the counsellor - if you can get this guy to kiss you before 10 days go by, then you'll be given the chance to live again.

So off she goes. And the zany, madcap adventure begins! I was able to figure out the ending pretty quickly, but that didn't take away one bit of the enjoyment as I followed the main character around, finding herself in the strangest situations.

Loved the book!

I do not typically read romance or fantasy novels and was a bit unsure about starting this book. I am glad I did. I got hooked early on and really enjoyed it. It was very funny and entertaining, and well written. A good way to spend a few hours.

An adorable romcom, with twists and tugs, heart and humour, and a determined protagonist you can't help but cheer for.

I read the description and it reminded me of a comedy I loved back on the day "Drop Dead Diva" and thought I had to give it a try. Kristy Greenwood is a new author to me and she delivered what was promised. She did make me laugh.

Very much enjoyed reading this book! The plot itself felt pretty original, I loved the romance, and I really liked the ‘afterlife’ aspect. Delphie reminded me of the quirky & fun characters I used to love reading in Sophie Kinsella’s books - so very glad I discovered Kirsty! Overall, it was a fun read!

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with the ARC for this book.

Truly a breath of fresh air when it comes to modern romance. The characters were incredibly well thought out, hilarious, and loveable, while the stakes are high!
Kristy hits it out of the park with natural chemistry between the two while managing an incredible world (worlds?) building that is in depth enough but doesn't leave you confused.

I really recommend this one folks!

What a lovely and creative novel. I laughed out loud, truly and a lot. I'm not normally one for romances but I really enjoyed the main character and the writing was clever and punchy and I loved it!

Thank you to the publishers and net-galley for the earc. I will be reading anything else by Kristy Greenwood in the future. Perhaps a romance book convert, but maybe not yet..
Pub date: July, 2024

4.5/5⭐️

This was ADORABLE! It had enemies to lovers, one bed, forced proximity and such incredible banter! This was like a Little Mermaid inspired book. And no, I don’t mean that it has mermaids. But it’s inspired in the way that she makes a deal with someone with a time restraint for someone to kiss her before the time runs out and she has to go back. I absolutely loved this and it made me cry a little and it made me laugh a little more! I can’t wait for this to come out so I can put my Staff Picks sticker on it at work!

a thought-provoking but fun magical realism book. Read if you enjoyed the midnight library or the seven year slip.

This book is the TV series The Good Place in book format concerning the mood and vibes of the story. So much fun to read! At times though I wanted Delphie to just do one thing and she ended up doing something totally different. That was frustrating at times but a totally personal topic. The book is written well and I enjoyed reading it thoroughly. The book gets my recommendation for anyone liking a good comedy or comedic romance with warm and cozy emotion.

For the characters Delphie is a good character but sometimes she seems to be a bit too needy to find Jonah instead of seeing happiness that’s right in front of her. Understandably so though, given what is at stake for her if she doesn't find Jonah. Merritt is a character, if you’ve watched The Good Place the best description is that she gives me Janet vibes and it was so fun! I loved her. Cooper is such an interesting character and how he helps Delphie on her quest is just awesome. I don't want to spoil the book so I won't say more. Mr. Yoon, is such a great side character that I needed to mention him. Delphie shows that she is a kind soul. She puts her own good 2nd for him and that is impressive.

All in all I loved the The Good Place Vibes and how happy the story made me when I read the end.

The novel's unique concept is cleverly executed, with the afterlife waiting room serving as a quirky and entertaining backdrop for the burgeoning romance. Greenwood seamlessly blends humour and heart, creating a story that is both laugh-out-loud funny and genuinely moving. Delphie is the best, I just love her! She's a bit awkward, but so totally honest it's so refreshing. Plus, the way she takes care of Mr. Yoon is so wonderful.

Love of My Afterlife is a feel-good read that will leave you with a smile on your face and a renewed appreciation for the magic of second chances. If you're looking for a rom-com with a twist, this book is a must-read.

The title of this book drew me in and I am so glad it did. Loved everything about this book! It is so cute and funny. A unique rom com. Loved it.