I absolutely LOVED The Society For Soulless Girls so I was ecstatic to get a chance to read Laura Steven’s latest work & it did not disappoint!

Evelyn & Arden have been locked in a conscious reincarnation death spiral for centuries, living all around the world & always finding each other. Arden murders Evelyn before their eighteenth birthday (starting the cycle over again), but this time, in present-day Wales, there’s more at stake than just Evelyn’s life…

This book is magic. It’s falling in love & holding on to love & it’s poetry & history with a vast array of cultures & some supernatural forces & basically you just need to read it & experience it yourself! Also the epilogue gave me ALL the feelings.

Thank you very much to NetGalley & St. Martin’s Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

I loved the concept of this book and it had the potential to be a 5 star book, I was immediately sucked into the story and the writing was beautiful, unfortunately the ending didn’t do it for me. For as many lives as they lived without actually being together it would have been nice to have a chapter of them being together in the end. Overall it was a good read and would recommend giving it a shot.

Thank you NetGalley for an earc in exchange for my honest review.

I’m not the biggest fantasy reader, but I thoroughly enjoyed this book! Really interesting premise and angsty, slow burn romance.

thank you to netgalley and the publisher for the arc!

unfortunately i didn’t finish this book until it was already out. it just felt like a very slow story to get through and i didn’t care at all for the characters or understand their motivations. it seemed like the reveal near the end should have been more exciting, but it fell flat. the romance between evelyn and arden felt performative, and there were way too many flashbacks that didn’t add anything to the story. writing is objectively pretty, but in my opinion, lacked depth. i wanted to LOVE this one, and i’m so sad i didn’t :(

3 stars ⭐️

Evelyn and Arden are cursed. In every life before their 18th birthdays, they are fated to die -- most often Arden is the one killing Evelyn, and up until about 80% into the book, we have no idea why.

I had high hopes for this book and love stories + the idea of reincarnation, but the execution in this book didn't do it for me. We bounced between Evelyn + Arden's many lives so frequently and quickly that I couldn't form a personal attachment to either of them. And, there was absolutely nothing that made me believe they were truly in love. We're given this kind of fated/forced proximity/soulmate love, where most of the time Evelyn doesn't realize Arden is right in front of her, and then when she does, a switch is flipped and she's suddenly in love. I just couldn't buy it. I really wished there was more relationship and character building, rather than just an endless, repetitive cycle of we meet, we remember, we die.

Come 60%, I was really starting to think, "He better have a damned good reason for this." And chat, it's up to interpretation but IMO he did not. We finally get a reveal at 80%, and then the book is wrapped up and everything is magically resolved in the last 10%. SOOOOO DISAPPOINTING! I couldn't believe it was that easy after everything. I was so exhausted at the end that some of the themes/messages were just cheesy at that point too.

Star points for the concept and some of the lyrical writing (and poems!) but overall just really flat for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a DRC in exchange for my honest review!

Wow. This book...

This is one of those rare cases for me where the writing and the emotions weaved throughout the narrative is what attached my heart to the story, rather than the plot or the relationship dynamic between the main characters. Not that either were insufficient! I just felt that both left me wanting a bit more to get fully attached to them, while the writing and level of emotion throughout the book still left deeply affected and loving the book.

I was really excited for this book and I still think it’s a fantastic premise! Unfortunately for me, the romance and connection between the main characters fell a little flat. Despite seeing them find each other in so many lives, it seemed like there wasn’t much more to their love than the inevitable connection they felt in most lifetimes. The ending felt like it resolved very quickly and easily, so it wasn’t very satisfying. That said, there was a lot to like about the book and I’m grateful to have had the chance to review it so I know who I can recommend it to!

This is going to be the book of the year. I devoured this. The story was wonderful and the characters were perfect. This book is definitely worth the hype it is getting.

How do I express how much this book resonated with me? I'm truly enamoured by this entire story. When I read the premise, I thought it sounded cool, but honestly, I was sceptical that the idea would work. How does one write a story about reincarnating souls that fall in love and kill each other? How do you explain it? How do you end it?

Well, Laura is a mastermind because I was BLOWN away by how well this was executed. The way it's told with the current timeline, and then flashbacks to past lives, works so well. I truly loved the slower pacing of this story because you connect so deeply with these characters over and over. Each timeline immerses you in a snippet of history that feels like you're living a thousand different lives. The big mystery that underpins the whole novel keeps you engaged, and the explanation was actually satisfying, not some cheap cop out.

The ending was so painfully beautiful I had to sit and stare into the void for five minutes after.

Most of all, I loved that we got to watch two people fall in love over and over, in countless different circumstances and different bodies. Truly the most beautiful unconditional love story 🥹💞

I absolutely loved the unique premise of this book. The idea of Evelyn and Arden's endless cycle of love and loss completely captivated me, pulling me into their tragically beautiful story. I found the jumping timelines confusing at time, but the emotional element of their relationship kept me hooked. I found myself really invested in their journey, as they found each other again and again only to be tragically torn apart. The glimpses into their various lives was so fascinating and unique. I loved how their love transcended time, race, and sexuality. Laura created a rich and immersive experience. However, I did feel like the ending was rushed and predictable, which left me slightly disappointed since the rest of the story felt like it was leading up to something amazing. Regardless, this is definitely one of the most memorable books I’ve read lately and I would gladly check out Laura Steven's other books.

✨Book Review✨
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My thoughts- I was sold on this because it was compared to Addie Larue (one of my faves ever!) but I was a bit let down. The premise was intriguing enough and the twist was fun but this one dragged SO much. It was unnecessarily wrong yet lacked detail in why she would want to stay in this timeline specifically? I just didn’t quite feel connected with the characters in this one, which is really unfortunate because I so wanted to love it. 😕 thank you @macmillian and @netgalley for the advanced copy!
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Rating- ⭐️⭐️💫
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Summary- Evelyn can remember all her past lives. She can also remember that in every single one, she’s been murdered before her eighteenth birthday by Arden, a supernatural being linked to her soul. The problem is that she’s quite fond of the life she’s in now, and her little sister needs her in order to stay alive. If Evelyn wants to save her sister, she’ll have to find the centuries-old devil who hunts her through each life before they find her first, figure out why she’s being hunted and finally break their curse, and try not to fall in love . . . again.
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QOTD- any fun plan for the weekend ?! I have a 4 day weekend I’m hoping to get my veggie garden going

absolutely loved this story and watching the MCs fall in love over and over again. I loved loved how the gender pairings changed throughout the book along with races, identities, etc.

I did not have ANY idea where this book was going with the plot and I wish that there were little more breadcrumbing and set up throughout for the big reveal.

DNF @ 50%

This is a tough one to review—and probably a case of “it’s not you [the book], it’s me”. I read about 17% before I decided to put it down and come back to it. I was in a weird headspace, couldn’t get into it, and wanted to give it a fair shot. I picked it up again about a month later and got to around 50% before deciding this might just not be for me.

“They've loved each other in a thousand lifetimes. They've killed each other in every one.”

The premise of this immediately caught my interest. The idea of two people destined to fall in love in every lifetime but fated to be each others’ undoing—yes, please! But something was missing for me.

The pacing was slow and the story itself wasn’t engaging enough to hold my focus. Maybe the second half is better but 🤷‍♀️…

I wasn’t sold on the MCs everlasting love for each other. And while it might be explored more in the latter half of the book, I just didn’t see how or why they came to love each other so intensely.

I was reminded vaguely of A Witch in Time by Constance Sayers, which follows a woman reborn across multiple lifetimes, always doomed to the same fate. But something A Witch in Time did well that I felt was missing in Our Infinite Fates was giving depth to the past timelines and truly immersing the reader in each historical period and allowing a deeper understanding of the characters and their roles.

The chapters set in past lifetimes didn’t feel like they added much to the story. I felt that they either needed to be longer, to allow for a stronger emotional connection with the characters, or reduced and integrated into the present timeline (and been just as impactful). As they were, they felt repetitive and inconsequential.

I could feel the intention for this to be a deeply moving and emotional story, and I could even see it being a 3-star read if I finished it. But ultimately, I just didn’t feel connected to the characters or invested enough to keep going. So sad this wasn’t a win for me because look at that stunning cover 😩

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for providing this book for review consideration.

This is one of the best books I’ve read in a while! It was a unique and well executed premise with great character development. I personally think that dual timeline books are hit or miss- with the only determining factor being how well it was executed. This book exceeded my expectations with the dual timeline, and every other way. I will be recommending this book to my book club this upcoming month!

I am absolutely obsessed with Our Infinite Fates! This book is an emotional, breathtaking masterpiece that left me completely awestruck. From the very first page, I was drawn into its vivid world and couldn’t put it down until the very end.

One of the most incredible things the author did was create characters who feel so real and relatable. Their hopes, their struggles, their growth — every bit of it felt authentic and deeply moving. The relationships were beautifully developed, and the dialogue was sharp, heartfelt, and often so poignant it made my heart ache.

The storytelling in Our Infinite Fates is pure magic. The pacing was perfect — a blend of high-stakes moments and quiet, introspective scenes that gave the narrative so much depth. The twists were unexpected yet felt completely earned, and the emotional weight of those moments hit hard.

The world-building? Absolutely stunning. The author crafted a setting so immersive and detailed, I felt like I was living in it. Every description was lush and vivid, making the environments feel like characters of their own. And the themes — fate, choice, love, and sacrifice — were explored with so much nuance and grace.

I also have to mention the prose — lyrical, evocative, and so beautifully written. There were so many lines I found myself rereading just to savor the beauty of the words. It’s the kind of writing that stays with you long after the last page.

If you’re looking for a book that will sweep you off your feet and stay in your heart forever, Our Infinite Fates is it. This is storytelling at its finest, and I can’t recommend it enough.

Beautifully written. I had so many tears. So many feelings and emotions.
"I love you, I have loved you, and I will love you"
Who could ever think a YA book could be this good and grip your heart in vise this tight? I finished it and wanted to read it again.
A curse to love and for her die in every lifetime by the hand of her love??!! What is there not to love about that storyline??
Arden-so much to love about him. Once you get to know him...his words and the things he says, you fall in love with him
And Evelyn. The poor girl, killed in every lifetime and then finds herself needing to save her little sister in this lifetime.

I loved this book SO MUCH....as you can tell by my 12 different versions that Ive collected on my shelf! Laura created a very unique story and beautifullly wrote it. It really pulls you in and makes you feel it so deeply that it hurts.

It was a good book, simply felt like we're going in circles. Fated to kill everytime was a very unique plot and I loved it. I feel as though there could have been more to give and more to their stories but that might be because of the circling fate. Loved the book.

This just wasn't my cup of tea! The writing, to be clear, was rich, lyrical and pretty gorgeous - but despite having souls over 1000-years-old, the characters and their connection really fell flat for me. While it makes sense in theory to have flashbacks to the different lives of our main characters, I didn't find that they helped add any real depth. Unfortunately, a forgettable read for me though I'll definitely keep my eyes peeled for future work by the author - her writing was genuinely lovely!

➸ 5 stars

“They’ve loved each other in a thousand lifetimes. They’ve killed each other in every one.”

𓍢⊹ ࣪ thank you to netgalley and wednesday books for the advanced readers copy!

𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒊𝒏𝒈: 𝒃𝒐𝒓𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒊𝒆 - 𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒂 𝒅𝒆𝒍 𝒓𝒆𝒚
𝒖𝒑 𝒏𝒆𝒙𝒕: 𝒆𝒙𝒊𝒍𝒆 - 𝒕𝒂𝒚𝒍𝒐𝒓 𝒔𝒘𝒊𝒇𝒕, 𝒃𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓

✨ reincarnated enemies to lovers
🩷 doomed to kill each other in every life
⏳ lush, epic settings spanning 1000 years
✨ soulmates/fated mates
🩷 pain and yearning
⏳ “i love you, im sorry” as the knife sinks in

“The cruelest fate the gods and stars had ever written: the person I loved most in the world was the person who would ultimately destroy me.”

saudade - a kind of longing, a nostalgia, a sense of incompleteness, not just romantic but existential, rooted in the very fabric of our people.

“the whole world a backdrop for our doomed love, for our infinite fates.”

this book. THIS. BOOK. oh gosh this review is gonna be a long one; i loved every second of this book. it was so beautifully heart wrenching and those type of books always find a place in my heart.

before i read this, i’d see the authors posts every now and then and would think, ‘wow this sounds like it’s gonna hurt!’ and oh did it hurt in such a beautiful way. the plot of this is so utterly gripping and impossible to put down.

we follow our main character, evelyn, who pretty much knows and much as we do! finding things out as we read along gives that feeling of want to keep turning the pages and i loved every second of it! the questions, the theories; having a book pull these thoughts out of my head is one of my favorite things about being a reader!! i was so utterly immersed in this story and couldn’t wait to reach the end while at the same time, i didn’t want it to end!!! it was such a lovely reading experience <3

a full, in-depth review is available on my goodreads!

When you find you get killed by your love in every life, it definitely piques anyone's interest to identify why behind this killings? But the author again manages it to be so romantic and now that Evelyn wants to survive this life to help her sister but is it really in her hands? I liked their lives in each reincarnation and how interesting each times are as well. Amazing concept and totally poetic!