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A really great story! Very unique and left me wondering about how it would all work out in the end. Great writing and great plot! I loved McCormick he was the best character!

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This book was a crazy wild ride that I adored. At no point did I really know where this book was going, but it was a delight to go on the journey.

This is so much more than just a simple romance, it was a truly beautiful love story.

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If you liked Ghosted or Switched, you will love this one. We met Fiona in Ghosted and we get to follow along on her journey in this book. Fiona meets the man of her dreams, while dreaming. She is in possession of a timepiece that her family made a long time ago that shows you love. She dreams of her true love and falls in love with him. In reality, she is deciding if she wants to have a future with Max, her best friend.

There were so many emotions in this book, like in Ghosted. I teared for Fiona and McCormick multiple times. I longed for Fiona and the three children to somehow all be loved together. There were several times I wanted to throw my book and smash my listening device because ish just wasn't how I wanted it to be written, but it was done so much better. I wanted to ring some people's necks a few times, because they were being dumb. And then one the next page they were being so freaking delightful and thoughtful.

This is the 3rd book in the series. While you do not need to read the other two to understand this one, I do recommend reading Ghosted before Fated.

I am beyond excited for what comes next!

Thank you to Sarah for the gifted copy, this is my honest opinion.

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Sarah Ready really knows how to hit you in the feels. Having loved the first two books of the series, I was excited to see how Fiona’s story played out. I was a little confused at the beginning, not realizing this took place before the events of Ghosted. I wasn’t sure how I was supposed to feel for the first part of this book or who I was supposed to be rooting for. But as the book went on I became more and more invested. I just wanted to see Fiona happy and in love and the ending didn't disappoint.

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I really liked this book! I love the concept of destiny and soulmates, and it was really fun how this story came together. This book had me always wanting to read just one more chapter to see what would happen. This was a great companion to the "ghosted" series by Sarah Ready. I will definitely look forward to reading more of her books. I received a free copy of this book from netgalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

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This is a fun, entertaining read. I enjoyed the story’s paranormal elements and getting to see the hero from the first book in the series. The story is full of twists and turns that kept me turning the pages to find out how it would all end. There were also aspects of the story that didn’t work for me. I enjoyed Aaron and Fiona’s romance. The secondary characters added to the fabric of the story and my enjoyment.

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

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Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I am obsessed with this series of books. The author does an amazing job!

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Thank you NetGalley for an advanced e-copy, in exchange for an honest review.

This book was a lot of fun to read. I loved every second of it. The story is really unique and captivated me from the first chapter. I would highly recommend it!

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Another winner by Sarah Ready!! While technically the third in her Ghosted series, Fated is a stand alone magical realism/romance with a side of time traveling dreams. 
When Fiona is gifted a family heirloom, she's told it will let you dream your heart's desires... but what does that really mean?? Now, whenever Fiona sleeps, she becomes Becca on an island and begins to fall for her dream husband. Having to deal with motherhood, work life balance, and potential romances (reality or dreamy), will Fiona be able to turn her dreams to reality?
Fated kept me on my toes, the writing was so descriptive that I felt like I was on the island or freezing in Geneva, I wasn't sure how the dreams were going to play out (and there's a plot hole that I'm choosing to ignore because *magical realism*, of course), but what I do know is that I loved these characters and I wanted the absolute best for them. The last 15-20% absolutely wrecked my emotions in the best way. I've liked every Sarah Ready book I've read, but somehow her Ghosted series gets me everytime! 
ps - Robert and Becca deserve nothing!!!!!  A giant thank you to Sarah Ready, NetGalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review! I cannot wait to see how Max's story turns out

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Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced copy of Fated. This book was a roller coaster! So many feelings while reading it as I kept thinking I knew how it would end but was happily surprised at where the characters ended up.

I loved the watch aspect of the book and how she had a deep love for creating watches and time itself. Her relationship with her brother was beautiful and I loved how they continued on the legacy of the company together.

I also enjoyed the poetry aspect of the book and how Amy loved to read even as a teenager. The whole story on the island was sweet to read yet also frustrating for Fiona as they kept seeing her as Becca. Except do Aaron, he always knew.

I haven’t read a time traveling/fantasy piece like this but it reminded me a little bit of the movie Kate and Leopold! I enjoyed it and was glad for the happy ending.

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This was a miss for me. I normally love Sarah’s books but this was very hard to follow. I love the idea of meeting a man in your dreams but what was real life and what was make believe were too interconnected to follow easily.

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This series I swear. It’ll have you feeling it all. And the ending will have you holding your breathe until you know what you need to know (you’ll know).

First. This was the hardest start of any of the books in the series. A little slow and I didn’t couldn’t feel anyway about the fmc. I’m not sure why. Somewhere between a 1/4 and 1/2 it starts picking up and THE LAST 1/4 OF THE BOOK. It. Is. So. Good. Stick with it if the beginning is a struggle for you. Worth it. (Audiobook was much easier in helping me get through the beginning 🤷🏻‍♀️)

But the main feelings I have for this book is directed at Max! Ugh I feel for him! And I can’t wait for his story!! He just really has to go through it, which I hope makes his story even better 🤞🏼

And Robert is ultimate ick.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the chance to read and review.

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Thank you to Swift and Lewis publishing company for the advanced copy of this book.

I was immediately drawn into this story. Come to find out it is a series. I read this as a standalone and didn't feel like I missed anything significant having not read the previous novels in this series.

This book is a time travel book where the stakes get higher the deeper into the book you get. I found this book to be suspenseful, angsty, and unpredictable. I could never guess where the next turn in the story would take me.
I thoroughly enjoyed the authors writing and the split timelines between the two worlds connecting the MFC to her dreams and her reality.

If you enjoy books with magical realism and multiple timelines, this book is for you.

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I was very confused in the beginning of this book and had no idea what was going on for a bit. But I really enjoyed the characters and was surprised at all the little twists and turns. I was completely enraptured 75% in and was rooting for a happy ending.

Thank you to netgalley for an advanced copy. My opinions are my own.

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This book was good and an enjoyable read! The whole concept of literally falling for the man of your dreams is amazing. I loved reading it, but nothing really stood out to me.

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Fated is another wonderful entry in Sarah Ready's Ghosted series!

Fiona is extremely busy between running the Abery watch company with her brother and raising her child. There's not a lot of room left in her life for love. After a traumatic incident, she comes across a watch that can let you live your dreams. But soon enough she doesn't want to leave her dreams behind.

Once again, so much heart in these stories. At one point I was literally sobbing and needed to take a break. You feel for these characters and their plight for love, family, and healing. All my romcom girlies need to get on this series!

(I can't wait for Max's turn!)

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I haven’t read the previous books in this series but really enjoyed this one. The magical realism was a fun and captivating journey for me. Thanks to NetGalley for an advanced copy!

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Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for an e-ARC of this book in return for an honest review.

OMG! This book is so lovely and such a beautiful story! I really felt like I was with Fi and Aaron. The flow was done beautifully and the characters were so loving! I wish I had more of their story to read! I cannot wait for Wished to come out! I will read anything Sarah Ready writes! I wish I could read this for the first time again.

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thank you netgalley and publisher for this arc.

I finally finished the book that I've been putting off for a while and i kinda like how it turned out at the end, eventhough it took 80% of the book to become more interesting. the book has a lot of fillers and im not a big fan of it, so i tend to feel bored while reading this book. Luckily the few chapters towards the end were brilliantly written as i was suddenly invested in the plot for like 5 chapters left. but it's a shame i didn't quite enjoyed the book from the very beginning. Alas, the plot was brilliant though. It was exactly the kind of twist that readers love. So now im giving my honest review here. Thank you.

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I really enjoyed this book despite not having read the prior two books in the series. Fiona is a workaholic and a single mother shying away from love after a broken heart. She was also abandoned by her mom and left with her dad at a young age. Fiona and her brother throw themselves into the family’s Swiss watch business following the death of their father. Her mother then returns and gives her a family heirloom watch that is believed to let you dream your greatest desires. It is here that she meets the love of her life Aaron and her daughter and son. The problem is he’s just a dream or is he? I loved the narrator of this book. She did an excellent job in portraying all the different characters and emotions. An excellent read that I would definitely recommend.

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