Im giving this book 3⭐ over all it was really cute and fun read I really like the story it was really cute and fun read 😊

Fated is the third book in the Ghosted series, and it was amazing. Fiona isn’t interested in love—she’s been hurt before and is focused on her daughter, Mila, and her job designing high-end watches. But then she gets handed a family heirloom, a watch that lets her live out her wildest dreams. Of course, one of those dreams involves love, which totally throws her life into chaos.
This series has been consistently great so far, and I’m looking forward to the next book. The timeline jumps around, but it’s still easy to follow. Fiona is such a likable character—she’s kind, hardworking, and tries to be a good mom. I also loved Max and Aaron. They were solid, especially Aaron, who was so hopeful and dedicated to his family. I also appreciated that Sarah Ready’s writing flows so well. Her descriptions are vivid without being too over-the-top, and I just love how everything comes together.
If you’re looking for a heartwarming romance with a little touch of magic, Fated is definitely worth reading. It’s about finding love, trusting in fate, and making the most out of second chances. The emotional twists and turns really pulled me in, and the chemistry between the characters made it all feel so real. Highly recommend it!"

This one made me cry SO MUCH!!!
I fell in love with Aaron the second he came on the page. I was so scared the dream world would stay and the living world would disappear (my little girl is called Mila & I loved seeing her name in a book).
The ending. The twist. The… before that!! Omg I balled!
I read Wished before Fated (I forgot I had this one and it came before Wished) so knew the outcome with Max, and love it as I knew what’s coming for him.

Honestly, Sarah has to be my fave author currently. I love her stories how they are so make-believe and magically, but also could actually be true.
A watch that shows your true dreams? But you forget all about it when it ends and you wake? I’ve felt that so much. Like there’s something missing, something I’m forgetting. When I wake, or during the day. Like I dreamt something and I can’t quite grasp what it was.

This magical realism book is a work of art. Uniquely written and engaging, I will definitely be continuing on with the other books.

This was a quick paced, fun read! It's the second book from this author.

I love the writing style and the characters are definitely relatable. Full of magic and romance, this is definitely one to pick up!

Excited to read more by this author. Thanks for the opportunity

Fated is the perfect third installment in the Ghosted series.

Fiona's not looking for love - she doesn't ever want to be hurt again. And besides, she is content with her daughter Mila and her life designing high end watches.

Until she is handed a family heirloom- a watch which allows her to live out her wildest dreams. And how wild would it be if that dream included love...

4 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Special thanks to Netgalley for providing me with this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

*I received a free copy of this ebook from the publisher; the review is my own.*

So far this series has been consistently enjoyable (one more book to go, as far as I know, and I assume I'll like that one, too). As with the previous two books, I quickly became invested in the story and the characters. This one had reminded me of a mix between Just Like Heaven and The Lake House, running a close parallel to the first book, Ghosted, which also reminded me of those two movies. However, it was different enough that I didn't feel like I was reading the first book all over again. Despite being the third book in the series, this one actually takes place first. (The timeline of this series jumps all over the place, btw.)

I really enjoy the way that Sarah Ready writes. Her books flow very smoothly and easily, and she's also got a naturally poetic way of describing things without distracting from the story with overly flowery details.

There were quite a few characters in this book that I liked. Fiona (34? 35?) was just overall good--she was mindful of others, kind, elegant, and hardworking. She tried to be a good mother. Max (34? 35?) and Daniel (30?) were such solid supports for Fiona. I already loved Daniel from Ghosted, and it was impossible not to like Max (even if I didn't want what he wanted). Aaron, however, was probably one of my favorites. (Okay, aside from the old ladies. Have to love them.) He as just so full of hope and love, so wholly dedicated to his family. (Notice I didn't give an age. I don't want to give anything away, but I'll say he's about Fiona's age.) So many good characters. And a few I did not like (Becca and Robert, I'm looking at you).

Something I appreciate about this book was that the content was generally milder than the previous books in the series.

I already have an ARC of the next book, and I'm excited to start reading it tonight.

Note: Some language and some sensuality.

This was a fast paced, fun read!

I love the writing style and the characters are fab. Full of magic and romance, this is definitely one to pick up!

Excited to read more by this author

Just like the books that came before this this book had me thinking and guessing.
I do feel like this book actually felt as long as it was but man did it pull at my emotions.

This is a fun series and can't wait to start the next one.

4/5
I really enjoyed reading this book and the concept of the watch. I do feel like some of the more pertinent parts of the story were glossed over. I enjoy how it ended, but would have liked a little more about after Aaron and Fi got together.

This book left me very confused. I wanted to love it, but I just couldn't see the point. Disappointed.

I went into this book not knowing this was part of a series and now I’m hooked to read it all the books in the series. This had me hooked from the beginning and I loved this story so much!

Thank you Netgalley for this book! This was a quick and unique read! After reading Ghosted, I was really excited to read this one. I love the character development and the chemistry. I enjoy how this author writes and I look forward to reading more from them! This book had the right amount or romance and magic and it was a breath of fresh air with the unique plot

Definitely recommend!

I found this story with muli universe of another life; really well written it is hard to this and keep reader engaged. This is my first book by this author, and I am going to read this next one in this series. I love where both lives take place, one in Switzerland and the other in a tiny remote island.

Fiona is known for keeping busy, running her family's Swiss watch company, so busy in fact she does not have time for vacation or a love life. But then she is given a family heirloom rumored to let you dream your greatest desire. She dreams of herself on a tiny tropical island, married with two kids. She starts to fall in love with her dream husband, but this can't be real but why does it feel real??

Thank you to NetGalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing LLC for a copy of this book for my honest review

Fated is the third book in the Ghosted series. It's main character Fiona Abry finds herself caught between her hectic reality and a dream life that seems to good to be true. Fiona is a busy business women who is dedicated to running the family's watch business and taking care of her daughter along with protecting her heart from romance. However, everything changes when she receives a family heirloom that has a way of dreaming about her deepest desires. But what happens when the lines between dreams and reality blur, Fiona has a difficult decision to make. Fated is a book you don't want to miss.

Fated by Sarah Ready is an exhilarating journey through fate, love, and second chances. From the very first page, I was captivated by the intense emotions and intriguing plot twists that kept me glued to the story. Ready masterfully weaves a tale where destiny plays the leading role, and the characters are thrown into situations that challenge their hearts and beliefs.

The characters, especially the protagonists, are richly developed. Their chemistry is palpable, and watching them navigate the twists of fate made for a deeply engaging read. I particularly appreciated how Ready portrayed their emotional struggles in a way that felt genuine and relatable. The plot is fast-paced, filled with just the right amount of tension and romance, keeping me eagerly turning the pages to see how it would all unfold.

Sarah Ready’s writing is compelling and immersive. She skillfully brings out the emotional complexities of love and destiny, making Fated a must-read for fans of contemporary romance with a touch of magical realism.

Overall, Fated is a heartwarming and enthralling love story about trusting in fate and finding love when you least expect it. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a romance that will tug at your heartstrings!

A huge thank you to Sarah Ready, NetGalley, and Swift & Lewis Publishing LLC for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

Rating: 4.5/5 Stars
Genre: Magical Realism/Romance

Fated follows Fiona and her brother who own a high-end, well-known watch company in Geneva. The watch company is very special to her. After recovering from a terrible night, Fiona is given a family heirloom that is supposed to show you what your greatest desires are while you are dreaming. Fiona decides to give it a try and falls asleep with the watch and it transports her into a very realistic dream. She does not enter the dream as herself, she enters the dream as a woman named Becca and her established life on a very secluded island. Becca is married with two children, but is cheating on her husband. A very different life from the life that Fiona lives in the real world. Fiona wants to make the most out of this dream though and find out what it is trying to tell her, so she gets to know the husband, Aaron, and the kids, and the other people on the island. Eventually, Fiona starts falling in love with the husband.

I thought this magical realism book was so unique! It was confusing for a bit at first because I had a lot of questions. From the getgo I was curious if it was really a dream, why was she entering someone else's life, and going in knowing the synopsis and genre (i.e. she falls in love with a man in her dreams) I was curious where it was going. But this mysterious plot continued for QUITE A WHILE before I received some of these answers. That being said, I thought the book was well written. It did not feel repetitive at all even though it had a somewhat cyclical nature (falling asleep, entering the dream world, waking up, living her regular life, repeat). I think the author really understood how to write this knowing the readers didn't need it to be explained over and over again. I loved the characters, the plot, and the twist was SO surprising, which hasn't happened to me in a while. I even teared up! Fated is the third book in the Ghosted series, but I have not read the first two and I had no issues reading this without any context. I am not even completely sure if they are connected at all. But now I can't wait to go back and read the others in this series.

Thank you NetGalley and the author for the opportunity to read this eARC in exchange for my honest review.

This is the third book in the Ghosted series and wow. I have been hooked since Ghosted. It was definitely one of my favorite reads of the year. The books are unexpected but the characters so deeply thought out that I can't help but connect with them. This book was magical, I loved it from start to finish. Sarah Ready created a unique experience with her voice and story-telling.
The intricacy of the dream world and the mystery about what has Fiona dreaming was just *chefs kiss*.
The romance itself was beautiful and whimsical. A love where you find each other even in your dreams? Sigh. Who doesn't wish they could meet their dream man in real life? Every little bit of their story was perfectly executed. The way they healed each other and showed each other their vulnerabilities.
This one is going on the re-read list.

Fated by Sarah Ready is another gem that I absolutely loved. The story follows Fiona Abry, who inherits a magical watch that allows her to dream of her greatest desires. In these dreams, she finds herself living a blissful life on a tropical island, married to a wonderful man named McCormick, with two adorable children. This dream life is a stark contrast to her busy reality of running her family’s Swiss watch company.

What I found most captivating was how Ready blends magical realism with heartfelt romance. Fiona’s journey of self-discovery and the emotional depth of her relationships kept me hooked. The way she navigates her feelings for her dream husband and her real-life best friend, Max, adds a layer of complexity that makes the story even more engaging.

The settings are beautifully described, making the dream sequences feel incredibly vivid and enchanting. Ready’s writing is, as always, top-notch, with well-developed characters and a plot that keeps you guessing with its unexpected twists.

Overall, Fated is a delightful read that combines romance, magic, and emotional depth in a way that only Sarah Ready can. It’s a must-read for anyone who loves her books as much as I do.

Read 18% of the book as I really didn't like the main character, but I did like the siblinghood between her and her brother, which I hope it will be the same for me and my siblings over time.