Thank you so much to NetGalley and publishers for this arc. Sarah Ready has done it again please I could not put this down!! I'm so happy we got to finally see how Fiona got her happy ending and won that bet with Daniel lol... Sarah Ready's creativity astounds me cause how does someone come up with a story like that!! I need more books Sarah, I need "wished" already!!

This is my second read from the author's work and this one charmed me off again.
Starting from the plotline to the characters, the author has taken a good time to pen down each part of the book with such a delicacy that i absolutely had a great time reading it.
I am definitely looking forward to read more from the author's upcoming titles.

4/5 Stars
Praise to Sarah Ready for this book!

It was a fresh, new plot with engaging imagery making Fiona's dreams seem as if they were your own. I was immediately hooked and intrigued in Aaron and life on the island from the moment Fi dreamed it. The twist of Fi being the one who had shot herself really connected the plot and allowed for the connection of Fiona and Aaron in the real world to seem more realistic.

I did find that some of the plot lines were confusing like Mila's dad. The way he was introduced was abrupt and as I was reading it, I thought that it was in the present, meaning Fiona was pregnant with her second child. I think it could have been more obvious that she was referring to the past. Another part that I was slightly confused on was the real Becca. After reading the whole book you could infer she was not a good mother/wife but the jump to her making out with Robert was slightly startling. I would have liked if there were hints of marital troubles before we knew she was cheating on him.

I think the beginning/ introduction to the characters and plot could have been done in a more clear way as it takes a while to fully understand who is who. But once I passed that confusing stage I was not able to put the book down. The ending was incredible and I it was well thought out and creative.

Overall, a very good book!! It had me crying when I thought Aaron was dead and I had the biggest smile on my face when Fiona found a way to save the island! I cant wait to purchase a copy when it is released!

Fated is the third book in the Sarah Ready's Ghosted series, and focuses on the sister of one of the main characters in book 1. There are no spoilers for the other books, so if you read it out of order as your intro to Sarah's work, you won't have to worry about ruining the suspense in the other books.

I first found Sarah's second book in the Ghosted series, Switched, as an ARC on NetGalley, and fell in love with her writing style and her characters. I immediately ordered a paper copy of Switched, and two of her other books (Ghosted and The Space Between) as soon as I finished, and I was thrilled to see Fated available on NetGalley this week so that I could dive into it right away. Book 3 does not disappoint, and I will be buying a copy of this one as soon as it's published as well.

Sarah Ready doesn't write tropes. She writes beautiful, real, flawed characters and sets them in a world of magical realism so intricately detailed and plotted, it feels like it might actually be possible. Each of her stories opens up one of these pocket realms that seamlessly blends with real life, and the character conflicts, plot twists, and resolutions organically spring from that magic in a way that feels meant to be.

In Fated, Fiona Abry is a busy executive running her family's company. She has abandonment and betrayal in her past, and has closed her heart off to love, in favor of a few close relationships with her family and friends. After a harrowing event that leaves her shaken, she receives a lost family heirloom that was rumored to enable the bearer to dream of their greatest desire. Taking the leap, she dreams of a love beyond her wildest imagination, and one that she would only dare to open herself up to outside of her waking life. Fiona will have to find out if she can learn to let someone into her heart, and if she can do it before time runs out.

This is a story, and a set of characters that has a special place in my heart. Thanks for NetGalley for the advanced copy of this book, and the introduction to Sarah Ready. She is now one of my must-read authors, and I can't wait to read the next installment in this series, and what I hope will be much more to come in the future.

Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of this story, this is my honest and objective review. Fated is the 3rd in a series, I've read and enjoyed the first two and this was a good one although I think I liked Ghosted more. I don't know that you have to have read the other two in order to enjoy this one, it works fine as a standalone. Events take place prior to Ghosted (the first in the series, Daniel's story). What I've liked about the series is there's always an element of mystery in these fantastical scenarios that the stories have in them. What's real and what's not? It's not always easy to see where the story is going, for me anyway (which, frankly, it would be boring if you could). So the reader commits to following the author along on all the twists and turns to see where it finally ends up. And as with the other two in the series, you really need to suspend disbelief if you're going to enjoy the story, otherwise you'll be distracting yourself from the story with reasonable but needless and frustrating questions about reality. Trust me on this.

So we have Fiona, sister to Daniel, both heirs to family watch company. Fiona has a young daughter Mila, from a past relationship that ended in heartbreak for Fiona. Fiona's close friend is Max, who of course wants to be more. Fiona's mother abandoned her to her father when young. As mentioned, Daniel is the mmc from the first book, we met Fiona briefly in Ghosted. At the center of the story is the first timepiece made by the Abry family, which went missing decades ago. So of course Fiona's hippy-dippy absentee mother has it, stolen from Fiona's great-uncle Leopold. Fiona has closed herself off to love and legend is that the watch can help you to live your dreams, which Fiona decides to test because why not? She then dreams a very real-feeling world in which she takes over another woman's life (Becca), married to the lovely Aaron McCormick, living on an island somewhere. The dream life is definitely written more vividly than her Swiss life. So where does she really belong? Is she Fiona or is she Becca? Are the dreams even real? Will it be Max or McCormick? What if the dreams exist just to show you how you can make changes in your real life to get there what you have in your dreams? It was a great ride, and the story itself grabbed me until the end. Her books must take so much planning, holy cow.

My main issue here is that while I liked all of the characters (it's hard not to like Aaron and Max, and I'd already liked Daniel in Ghosted although he's kind of a watered-down version here), I had a little bit of a hard time with Fiona. She was a bit cold and hard for me to engage with in the beginning, I assume the distance was on purpose to show how much she'd shut herself away from love. She definitely came to life once the dreaming started. This was a great installment in the series, and I'm looking forward to the next one!

"Ghosted" stands out as Sarah Ready's finest series, with each installment surpassing the last. "Fated," the third book in the series, follows Fiona, sister of Daniel, and her encounter with Aaron, a mysterious figure who haunts her dreams. Fiona, the CEO of Abry Watch Company, has closed herself off from love after enduring betrayal from those closest to her. When her mother presents her with a long-lost family heirloom, claiming it can manifest dreams and reveal desires, Fiona's skepticism is piqued but her curiosity outweighs her doubts.

In her dreams, Fiona finds herself living a life with Aaron, supposedly her husband, and their two children. As she grapples with the blurred lines between reality and illusion, Fiona must confront her deepest desires and make a choice between the life she knows and the one she dreams of.

"Fated" is a tender exploration of vulnerability and guilt, centered around themes of trust and personal growth. It delves into the sacrifices made for love, the journey of self-discovery, and the process of healing from past wounds. Ultimately, it's a story about embracing one's fate and finding solace in acceptance, while also learning to be compassionate towards oneself and forgiving of past mistakes.

While Fiona's resilience is admirable, it's Aaron who steals the spotlight with his unwavering devotion and genuine love for her. Sarah Ready's talent for crafting lovable characters shines through, and Aaron's steadfast presence tugs at the heartstrings from the moment he enters the narrative. As the series progresses, anticipation builds for the next installment, with readers eagerly awaiting a resolution for Max's story.

A heartfelt thank you to NetGalley for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

"It’s not as if dreams are reality. It’s not as if dreams come true. But . . . What could it hurt to try?" If you've read Ghosted and Switched, then you are familiar with Daniel's sister, Fiona Abry. What you don't know if how Fiona found true love, complete with sparks! Fated takes place before Ghosted and is the reason for the infamous shirtless Daniel ad from Ghosted (iykyk.)
Fiona has closed herself off from love, it's not worth the hurt. But if you fall in love in your dreams it can't hurt you, can it? But what if that love could be real? What if the man of your dreams could be a reality?
If you fell in love with Ghosted and Switched then you know Sarah Ready brings a special magic to this series and helps us to imagine a world where love finds us in the most unexpected ways.

Ok, if you've loved the first two in the Ghosted series, this one will not disappoint! Similar to the first two in the series, Fated has all the sparks and magic you are looking for!

Fated is a very different and unique story. I liked It as a whole. I really wanted to know how it would end, which made it hard to put it down. But there were also a few things that bothered me, such as who she is in the dreamworld and the fact that she didn't look him up earlier.
That being said, I still liked it a lot, and I'm looking forward to the next book and to see how Max lovestory turns out.

Thank you so much to Netgalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing LLC for the opportunity to read this book.

I loved the original plot. I’m not a fan of the story within the story and dream sequence. I tried this as a step out of my comfort zone. The writing is great, but I wasn’t the right reader for this book.

Sarah Ready is an automatic read author for me. Her previous two books in this series, Ghosted and Switched, have both been 5 star reads for me. Sarah Ready has a way with words that truly makes you feel as though you are in the pages of her books. If a book comes out, you better believe I am going to read it. Having this on NetGalley as a Read Now has made my day! If you have not picked up a Sarah Ready book yet, I highly recommend picking one up. Excited to give this one a read. Thank you NetGalley and Sarah Ready! Also, the colors / covers for each of her books are so colorful and fun. I love the art work!

Title: Fated by Sarah Ready
Release Date: July, 16th, 2024

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Fiona Abry leads a busy life managing her family's Swiss watch company, leaving little time for romance or vacations. However, when she inherits a family heirloom rumoured to grant wishes in dreams, Fiona finds herself transported to a tropical paradise every night.

In her dream life, Fiona is married with children, residing in a colourful beach cottage—a stark contrast to her urban reality. Embracing this alternate reality, Fiona indulges in idyllic activities like swimming in turquoise waters and stargazing on the beach.

As her feelings deepen for her dream husband and life, Fiona grapples with the realisation that it's all a fantasy. She must confront the dilemma of falling in love with a life and a man that exists only in her dreams.

Ultimately, Fiona must reconcile her desires with reality, understanding that while the dream may be alluring, it's not a substitute for the complexities of real life and love.


"Fated" is a whirlwind of emotions, exploring vulnerability, guilt, trust, and growth through Fiona's journey of self-discovery. It's a tale of love and sacrifice, urging readers to embrace fate while learning to forgive themselves for past missteps.

But amidst Fiona's struggles, it's Aaron's unwavering love that truly shines. Despite Fiona's complexities, Aaron's devotion remains unwavering, making him a character to root for.

Sarah Ready's storytelling effortlessly transports readers into Fiona's dreamscape, weaving past and present seamlessly. It's a captivating journey that keeps you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

Thank you to The Publisher Swift & Lewis Publishing LLC | , The Author Sarah Ready & NetGalley for an advanced reader copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest review.

There aren’t words to describe this book. The story is so breathless, it feels like you’re also dreaming with the main character, Fiona. Even though, the story takes you back and forth between present and past, it’s never confusing and the suspense while relating a beautiful love story is always present. I can’t wait for Max and then Daniel’s stories.

The story tells the journey of a capable, and intelligent woman, who feels her life is missing the magic and sparks of a person who she can love and who also would love her in return.
When Fiona receives a lost heirloom as a gift from her less than dependable mother, she decides to go along and try to find the answer she is being looking for so long.

All the characters in tris story are so lovable that you just hope to see them in other stories. It was hard to say goodbye at the end. I can’t wait for “Wished”.

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Ghosted is truly my favorite series Sarah Ready has ever written and each book consistently just keeps on getting better and better. Fated is book three in the Ghosted series and it follows Fiona, Daniel’s sister, and Aaron, a mysterious man she encounters in her dreams. Fiona Abry is the CEO of Abry Watch Company, a family owned Swiss watch company she and Daniel inherited from their late father. Fiona closed herself off from love after being abandoned by people she trusted the most. When Fiona’s mom gives her a family heirloom that has been missing years ago and tells her that not only did she steal the watch but that it can make dreams come true and show what your hearts desire. Skeptical but curious, Fiona decides to use it one night after recounting her family members telling her to find herself and to open herself up to love again. There in her dreams, Fiona comes in contact with a man named Aaron who is apparently her husband and they have two children together. As Fiona grapples between reality and fiction, she has to decide which life she’s willing to choose.

Fated is by far the most tender-hearted in the series. There is so much vulnerability and guilt throughout the book. Fated is story about trust and growth. It’s about the sacrifices of love, rediscovering yourself again and learning how to heal. It’s about accepting the outcome of one’s fate and allowing it to happen in order to overcome future trials and tribulations. But most of all, it’s a story of learning how to be gentle with yourself and learning how to overcome your fears by giving yourself leniency and reprieving your past mistakes.

While I loved Fiona’s resilience and vulnerability, it was Aaron that I fell in love with while reading this book. He is the epitome of a man whose love is steadfast and unwavering. His love for Fiona was devoted and genuine even when he was getting whiplashed from Fiona’s constant switch in behavior and personality. Sarah Ready writes characters that are easy to fall in love with and my heart went straight to Aaron the moment he was introduced in the book. With that being said, I am absolutely ecstatic for the next book in the series because I so desperately wanted a happy ending for Max.

Thank you so much NetGalley for allowing me to read an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

*3.5 stars

I’m a huge fan of this series by Sarah Ready. You couldn’t pry me away from the first two novels. This one however…I had some mixed feelings about it.

I was so conflicted by this one. I don’t want to name any specifics because they are spoilers, but I’ll give it a go. I didn’t like who Fiona became in her dream world. I mean her heart is great but the whole scenario made me upset (and I felt terrible for Aaron) but I eventually figured out what Ready was doing and understood why this was happening.

I disliked how this takes place before the first and second book, so we do briefly see Daniel with other women. I wasn’t a fan of that.

I felt so bad for Max. I love him and my heart broke for him. I’ll leave it at that, but I’m happy the next novel is about him.

I did like all the side characters - Amy was so smart; Sean was just plain old cute; and the towns folk were funny.

I did really enjoy the last 15% of the novel when everything came together. The whole shooter thing is still confusing to me. BUT it was a great ending.

Overall, just an okay novel, but I am still a fan of Ready and will be reading her books in the future.

*An ARC was received in exchange for an honest review.

I’m such a big fan of the author and lii oh be each new book I read. I was invested in the outcome of the characters. Ready knows how to entertain through her writing. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

3.7⭐️


No se que poner para no dar spoilers y poder sacar todo lo que me hizo el libro.

Fated es la historia de Fiona, hermana de Daniel (protagonista del primer libro),madre soltera, adicta al trabajo que no tiene interés en enamorarse. La primera mitad no me gustó como la segunda mitad, algunas acciones de Fi no me parecieron correctas, pero conforme avanzaba la historia tenía sentido lo que hacía, lo único en lo que no cambie de opinión fue en que no me gustó como estaba tan metida con la cosa de los sueños que desatendió un poco a Mila.

Me desconcertó que los sucesos de este libro pasaron antes de Ghosted.


Sabía que los sueños no eran sueños y cuando Fi descubrió que todo era real, las escenas que pasaron en los 3-5 capítulos posteriores me dolieron y era esta ->😭.

Necesitaba el pov de Aaron después del terremoto y cuando viajó a Ginebra y la conocio.

No puede ser que Daniel no le creyera a Jillian después de ver lo que pasó con Fi.

Espero que Max tenga su libro, merece ser feliz.

Aunque es el tercer libro de la serie, por cronología este es el orden:
Fated
Ghosted
Switched


Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

The third magical rom/com in the series. Fiona is too busy to do anything with her love life. She's given a heirloom that would let her dream her greatest desire. Then she starts spending her nights on a tropical island as a happily married woman with 2 kids. Will the magic last?

It's a stand-alone but I love the mentions of characters in the earlier books. The characters are terrific. They are likable and charming. The plot is magically sweet. Really enjoy the entire series.

Thanks to the publisher for the arc.

Thank you to NetGalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing LLC for providing this book, with my honest review below.

Fated was a great fantasy romance novel, and I loved its characters as well the underlying mystery around whether Fiona’s dreams at night about Aaron, the island, and his kids were just pure fantasy or fact. The tail end of this really made it as it adds some tragedy and adventure to the sweet plot.

Fiona has a charmed life but something is definitely missing for her. When her ancestor's pocket watch is purported to deliver her her greatest desire in her dreams she is shocked to be dreaming she is Becca, a women living on a small island off the coast of Brazil with her husband, Aaron, and her two children. But is Aaron real and is this type of life attainable for Fiona? At first I was a little confused on how this would all come together as a romance, given Fiona is dreaming as Becca. But it does and I loved the wrap up.

It looks like Sarah Ready has other books similar to this in the fantasy romance space and I am eager to check them out as this was sweet and the perfect amount of uniqueness to set it apart.

This series has been great. I didn’t know where this one was going…. am I supposed to fall for her and Aaron…. her and Max? It was a cute story. I adore all of Sarah Readys books and this was no exception.