Wow. What just happened? Is this real life or am I the one dreaming? I had read 'The Space Between' by #SarahReady so when I saw this #arc I thought, I liked the author so I'll give it a go. WOW was that an understated feeling. This book was raw, real, ethereal love. The characters, the story line, the feelings of hope and despair. I don't want to say absolutely anything that would be a spoiler for this amazing book that kept me hooked the entire time and had me up fighting sleep and getting up early to turn it back on. Absolutely 5 stars.

3rd instalment in the ghosted series, however they are all complete standalone. This is the best one yet.
Fiona is a watchmaker from Geneva and after a very traumatic incident and having been given her uncles 'very special watch' starts having very vivid dreams of an island paradise where the literal man of her dreams thinks she is his wife.
As Fiona tries to live her real life whilst pining for her dream life can she reconcile the feeling she has for Aaron her dream hunk vs her real life best friend who wants nothing more than to make her happy.
With a bit a time travel and a last ditch effort to save an island from impending doom. This is a romance for magical realism lovers.
This book was just the type of magical realism I've had in my head for a long time, whilst it's not the exact execution I would have chosen it is still a good story having tandem read and listened to this and I can easily recommend either version as an intriguing read or a well narrated audio.
Thanks NetGalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing for granting me copies of the book and audio in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you NetGalley and Sarah Ready for giving me a copy of this book for an honest review. This is the second book of Sarah’s I have read. She is quickly becoming an auto buy author for me. I switched between the ebook and audiobook. The narrator was so good that I preferred to listen to the book versus read it. The plot of this story was super unique. I will admit, I struggled with the beginning of the book. I kept waiting for Fiona to start dreaming so we could get a look at her island family. Once that started, the story really picked up. I loved every second she was on the island meeting new people and getting to know her new “family”. I will say even though the beginning was a little slow, it was so necessary for the story. I don’t want to give too much away but this was a beautiful story about a woman not being afraid to dream. Plus, the vibes were vibing and you can’t really ask for more than that. I’m so excited to read Sarah’s other books.

I really enjoyed this book! This is my first ARC and it was a hit for me. I was captured by Fiona's story and her journey to love and be loved throughout the book. I've never considered how dreams and reality are connected and the author did a great job. The characters were lovable and I felt. connected to them. I was on the edge of my seat several times and could not stop listening. Lots of feelings from this book! I will be reading more from Sarah Ready for sure.

The narrator was great. Her accent fit the characters. Each character had a defining tone and it was clear when each character was talking. I prefer audiobooks and this is a great example of why. This narrator enhanced the book and added another level to the story,

Wow...I did not expect this book to grab me in the chokehold that it did! And that twist towards the end completely blindsided me too!

This was a real pleasure to listen to, and I found the pacing slow at first but settled rather nicely after the first 10% or so. Being the third book in the series I expected to be more confused than I ended up being. The storytelling was fantastic and the romance elements were so well done.

That being said, I also did my fair share of crying too. In a (sadistically) good way, I love when books are able to wrench emotion from me as a reader. This book managed to do that pretty easily haha.

It's made me want to go back and read the first two of the series!

When I saw this book was coming out I was excited. I loved Sarah’s other book Switched. I enjoyed Fated. Fi’s dreams felt so real. The book did take awhile to get really good but once it did the outcome was fantastic. Thank you Net Galley and Smith & Lewis Publishing for the advanced copy of the book

Fated by Sarah Ready an audiobook narrated by Shakira Shute was.... OH MY GGAAAWWWDDDDDD! Shakira Shute made this story really come alive. I felt like I was there myself. I literally loved every single one of the characters in this story which is very rare.

i definitely recommend everyone listens to this audiobook!

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC of this audiobook. I’ve listened to almost all of Sarah Ready’s books and they are my most recommended books. This was my first book that I was really caught off guard with the story. I judge it really early with the storyline and with the narrator’s European accent. I’m here to say.. this has probably got to be my new favorite book. It takes place in two different timelines but one is in the present and one is in a dream. She is searching for love but the only sense of romantic love she has felt was in a dream. She finds herself trying to dream more frequently to spend for time with the man from her dreams. While, in the present she has a man who is asking her hand in marriage. She feels torn.

This book was amazing and it had romance, mystery and conflict.

This series is adorable. The ending played havoc with my emotions and all of the characters were presented with such wonderful development. Fated was an immersive experience and I’ve had a great time with Sarah Ready and her crazy cast of characters.

I was able to grab this book in kindle form a few months back and loved it. I saw that there was an audio version available and wanted to give it a try. Listening to it was 100x better! The narrator, Shakira Shute, was absolutely perfect! Her voice made it so easy to listen to. Such a great choice. I love the way Sarah Ready has me feeling like these paranormal encounters could really happen. All three books have been perfection and I really hope she continues to write more.


From kindle read:
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!

Sarah Ready's "Fated" is a delightful escape into a world where dreams and reality collide. Our workaholic heroine, Fiona, finds herself living a double life thanks to a magical family heirloom. By day, she's running a Swiss watch company, but at night, she's whisked away to a tropical paradise with the man of her dreams, Aaron.

The chemistry between Fiona and Aaron is off the charts! Their slow-burn romance had me swooning with every stolen glance and tender moment. From picnics under swaying palms to stargazing on the beach, their connection feels so real that you'll forget it's all just a dream.

Ready weaves a tale that's part fantasy, part romance, and all heart. It's the perfect read for anyone who's ever wondered what their dream life might look like. Just be prepared to fall in love with a fictional couple and maybe start believing in a little bit of magic!

Wow! I love all of the books in the Ghosted series by Sarah Ready, but this one is the absolute best. I loved everything about this book. The romance story in this book is of the best romances I’ve read. Fiona and Aaron have such incredible chemistry. This book made me laugh, cry, and just feel so many emotions. Fiona is running her families watch company with her brother. She doesn’t feel like her life is terrible but she’s constantly busy and never takes time to live life. After she is given a family heirloom she begins to dream about another life and place. She slowly learns so many things about herself and what she wants. Since it’s a dream she throws herself into everything. She wants to be happy, relax, fall in love with her husband in her dream. I was in suspense for so much of the book. I just adored Fated. Definitely the best of the series of standalone books!
Thank you NetGalley for an arc.

This book left me so confused. I couldn't keep up with her life when she was alive and when she was dreaming and they started to mingle together after a while. Magical realism really isn't my genre though and I am sure this is why it wasn't my cup of tea. I am sure many of you will enjoy this book a lot more. I will say that the narration was great, however the book was too long.

Fiona is a busy woman who runs her family's Swiss watch company. But time is not one thing that she has and wishes she had more of. When her mother stops in for a visit, Fiona (Fi) is given a missing family heirloom that her mother stole to get back. What's more is that the timepiece is rumored to have magical abilities.

When Fi wakes up on a tropical island, beside a man she does not recognize, she is freaks out. Where is she? Why is he calling her by another name? Once she calms, she realizes that she has been transported into her dreams where she is a married woman with two children.

This is a book that screams "believe in the power of your dreams". By day, Fi is a businesswoman running a watch company. She spends time with those in her life while at night, she is transported to the island and the life she has there.

When I started this book, I had my doubts. I love Sarah Ready's books and devoured the first two books in this series, and found that I was not instantly in love with this book as I had been with Ghosted and Switched. My advice is to stick with this book because there is a nice payoff that comes toward the end. I went from enjoying it, to not being able to put it down.

With the other books in this series, this book touches on finding love in unconventional ways. There is that magical/paranormal touch that comes into play. Suspending disbelief is necessary. With romance it is all about the journey and Fi goes on quite the journey in this book.

I enjoyed how Fated touches on family, friendship, romance, time, motherhood, and vulnerability. The characters are likeable, quirky, endearing and well-drawn. I also enjoyed the vivid descriptions of the tropical island. I felt as if I were swept away and right there with them as a silent observer.

As with Sarah Ready's other books, this book was beautifully written, well thought out, had fun parts, parts that pull on the heartstrings, and great banter.

I had the pleasure of having both the book and audiobook versions of Fated. Fans of this series, will be happy to see Daniel (Fi's brother) from Ghosted.

I look forward to the next book in the series.

“Fated” by Sarah Ready is a captivating blend of romance, magical realism, and dreamy escapism. The novel introduces us to Fiona Abry, a busy woman running her family’s Swiss watch company. When she stumbles upon an ancient heirloom watch, her life takes an unexpected turn. The watch allows her to dream her greatest desires, transporting her to an idyllic tropical island each night. There, she swims in turquoise seas, picnics under swaying palms, and gazes at the stars on the beach.

Ready’s writing style is both fast-paced and emotionally compelling. Her prose evokes euphoria, making readers feel deeply connected to Fiona’s journey. Fiona herself is a quirky and relatable heroine, and her wit adds charm to the story. The magical realism element—the blurred line between reality and dreams—adds depth. As Fiona falls for her dream husband, readers grapple with the same questions: What is real, and what exists only in dreams?

If you’re a fan of unique premises, emotional journeys, and vivid descriptions, “Fated” won’t disappoint. Ready’s twisty plot keeps you guessing, and her supporting cast adds layers to the narrative. Dive into this enchanting world where love blooms in dreams, and reality may be more magical than we think .

Thank you, NetGalley for the chance to listen to this audio. I fell in love with Fated from the start. The narrator’s voice helped the story flow smoothly from beginning to end and brought each character to life. I was gripped the entire time. The magic of the heirloom watch, allowing Fiona to truly live her heart's desire through her dreams makes this story unique. I've never read anything like it before. The story was filled with excitement and I needed to keep going to make sure everything would work out for our MCs. I can’t count how many times the hairs on my arms stood on ends throughout this story, especially in the last few chapters. This was my first book by this author and I will be reading more. 10/10

As I delved into the audio book, it took me on an emotional journey, particularly in its final chapters. While the ending brought closure for most characters, I couldn't shake the feeling of sadness for one individual. Despite the general satisfaction with the conclusion, a part of me longed for a happier outcome.

The beginning of the book was a bit disorienting, leaving me feeling lost amidst the unfolding plot. However, as the story progressed, the narrative found its footing, and I was drawn deeper into its intricacies.

The last part of the book was where its emotional impact truly shone. The depth of feeling and the complexity of the characters came to the forefront, leaving a lasting impression. Yet, the length of the book did lead to some repetition, albeit with beautifully crafted descriptions. A shorter version would have maintained the emotional intensity without lingering too long on certain aspects.

Overall, while the audio book had its flaws, particularly in pacing and length, it succeeded in evoking a range of emotions, particularly in its final chapters.

Just finished this and OMG it's nothing like what I was expecting. It really reminded me of The Space Between, the way the love story panned out, but it definitely fits so well into the Ghosted series. I gotta say it's been a while since I read the previous two books but love that we get glimpses of those MCs as side characters in the other books. We had a ghost, we had an exchange of bodies in a particle collision, we have a dream fulfilling watch, and I'm so excited for the next book (Wished). Sarah has seriously outdone herself, crafting these gorgeous books with the best kind of magical realism.

I adore the idea behind this book and parts of it were so brilliantly executed. This one chapter was such a rollercoaster- I was listening to it while cooking and just froze in anticipation, thankfully didn't burn my food. I wish I could say this was a perfect read, but I know it could've been executed better. See, i love the planning and plotting with the detailed characters (and there are a ton of them), the descriptions of the setting, and the pure, raw emotion poured into the story. But there were a couple of times I was super confused about the world building and took a me a good while for everything to click in place, so maybe a little bit of a pacing issue too.

Apart from this tiny hiccup, I loved this novel and hope this series never ends. I'll be sad if Wished is the last, but super happy for Max getting his HEA too.

PS: This is probably weird to add into a review, but the story reminded me of the story from the Hindu epics of Dushyanta and Shakuntala. I don't want to give away the plot of this book to those who haven't read it yet, but you can search "Shakuntala lost ring" if you're interested!

Thank you net galley and publisher for this ARC. I didn't realize this was the 3rd book in this series and I read it as a stand alone. The plot of this book sounded interesting to me, however I couldn't get into it. Lots of other readers really this book though!

This is Sarah Ready's best novel yet! I have been a fan since Ghosted, and thought Switch was deliciously quirky. But in Fated, she taps into a whole new dimension of romance and surrealism. I am BEGGING you to download the audiobook. This is the first book with a non-american lead so the new narrator has a lovely cadence and reflects Fiona's Scottish ancestry, French studies, and Swiss upbringing. The other characters are easily identifiable (including a young girl, rebellious teen, several biddies, and three love interests!).

Fiona is the elder sister of Book 1's male lead, but you don't need to read the others to start this. It's set several years before the events in the other books. Fiona is a single mom and CEO of her family's Watch empire, burning all the midnight oil to save the company after her father's death. It's a task that has stolen all of her energy and focus until a stranger bursts into her life and shoots her. Six months later, she's drowning in PTSD. Her mom gifts her a magical pocket-watch - the first timepiece that her ancestor ever built - said to grant you the ability to live your dreams.

And it works! In her dreams, Fiona is transported far from cold Geneva, into a different reality where she married to the (hottest) most supportive husband, with two kids and a simple island life. She spends the summer finding an escape and a safe place to practice opening her heart up to love. But when her dreams bleed into her waking life, she has to decide which reality to live in.

THE ANGST! THE ROMANCE! THE LONGING! You will wonder - where the heck is this dream island? But be patient because I promise that all will be revealed. If you swooned at Peeta's "real or not real" or the final time the time traveller visited his wife, then this is the book for you!