Even though this was not written as a memoir, it read like an expression of her personal journey, particularly her spiritual one. Although I myself am limited in my spirituality, I AM open minded. As an empath I could feel Lexi's struggles as if they were my own (also thanks to the wonderful writing). She has to work through self discovery and spiritual changes all while her husband Shane, a very practical realist, belittles the experience. They bonded over their sameness, and now one party is changing while the other is stagnant. She so perfectly depicts the difficult relationship dynamics and developed coping mechanisms of avoidance due to trauma. We get to go on this self-discovery journey with her as she works through her past to connect more wholly with her present self. Once she does that, she is able to better heal the blocks she sees in those around her.

I was instantly drawn in by the synopsis of this book, intrigued by Lexi's experiences of drowning in the presence of a man she had never met. This book focuses on Lexi coming to terms with her newfound ability and seeking the help of standoffish Bea O'Neill, owner of the local "witchy" shop in their small Utah town. I enjoyed seeing how Lexi built her relationship with Bea, someone the rest of her friends and family disapproved of, and how she began the journey of healing herself so that she could in turn help others.

While the premise of this book drew me in and I found the details of Lexi's training with Bea interesting, I often became distracted by the random pieces of background information introduced throughout the plot. These pieces of information sometimes distracted from the dialogue, Lexi's internal monologue, or the book's plot. Due to the choppy nature of the writing, i found myself sort of having to force myself to finish. While this book may not have been exactly my cup of tea, I appreciate the new ideas introduced by this book and the difficult topics addressed, I just wasn’t a huge fan of the writing. The book also read as one long therapy session, which just isn’t my reading preference.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for this ARC in exchange for my honest review. Stay tuned for the release of Everything We Never Knew on August 12, 2024.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this arc.

The idea of this book drew me in instantly as well as, with Julianne Hough.

This whole read felt like a therapy session to me. She is dealing with something in the beginning and does t k ow quite what it is, the rest of the book she goes through different energies, this had a lot of thinking on my part, just was t what I Initially thought it’d be from the description.

An easy enjoyable read about Alexis Cole finding her inner and best self, and her personal relationships through healing.

Kudos to Julianne for undertaking a novel!
This book was very thought provoking and well written. I think if you are interested in a spiritual journey this will work for you!

Wow. I wasn’t expecting to love this book as much as I did. I was immediately drawn in to Lexi’s journey of awakening. If you love spirituality and journeyed of self healing, this book is for you.

The premise of this book was so intriguing to me. Lexi finds she is able to feel other people's emotions, and sometimes glimpse their private memories.

I really enjoyed the beginning, as she was dealing with someone she didn't know, and then learning their backstory. But then, the majority of the book dealt with her working with the energies of herself and people close to her, and dealing with issues from the past. A lot of that felt like a therapy session. I also found some of it confusing. I would have liked to have seen more interactions with people she didn't know.

That said, there was a lot to like about this book. I really enjoyed the friend group, and getting to know Lexi's mentor. There is a lot of food for thought, and it kept me interested throughout.

Thank you to NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS Landmark for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

*Everything We Never Knew* is a mesmerizing and poignant novel by Julianne Hough and Ellen Goodlett that delves into the extraordinary journey of Lexi Cole. As Lexi grapples with her newfound ability to feel others' emotions and glimpse their memories, she faces a profound internal struggle. The narrative masterfully intertwines elements of supernatural intrigue with deep emotional resonance, as Lexi is forced to confront her buried past and the secrets she has long kept hidden. The story's atmospheric setting and rich character development make it an engrossing read, culminating in a gripping exploration of healing, self-discovery, and the lengths one will go to protect loved ones. *Everything We Never Knew* is a compelling tale that captures the transformative power of embracing one's true self.

Alexis and Shane seem to have it all. Alexis dominates the local real estate market, while her husband Shane serves the community as a committed firefighter. Beneath their polished exterior, however, lies a heart-wrenching struggle: the loss of their baby. “Everything We Never Knew" explores the emotional and spiritual journey of Alexis as she navigates the depths of her grief and her quest for self-discovery. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when Alexis hears a mysterious woman's voice urging her to save Henry, a local resident. Bewildered by the voice, she finds herself at Bea's Odd and Ends Store, a charming yet enigmatic shop owned by Bea, the town's reputed witch. Bea, known for her ability to sense energies, takes Alexis under her wing. She teaches her the energies and how to become a healer, but first she must heal herself.

Disclaimer: I received this arc with the mindset that I would give an honest review. Thank you so much!!

I was initially drawn into this book because of the art on the cover. It is really beautiful and the color scheme is really catching. Then I was drawn in further when I saw the authors names. I am a huge fan of Julianne Hough and that sold me on this book.

This book was so interesting and a great example of how personal growth can be written well. I loved Lexi from the beginning of the story to the end.

Lexi is our main character in this story and has suddenly discovered her ability to connect with others through their memories or emotions. One of the key examples of this was left in the book description so it is not a spoiler, she connects with a man at an award event and realizes the emotions/memory she experiences is connected to the death of his sons in a boating accident. That man also later dies. When she ‘connects’ with her husband, she realizes that she is on a battle for his life as well as he is now in danger.

This book takes us on a journey and we get to see how Lexi connects not only with others through her gifts but with herself. She grows and changes throughout this book as she learns more about her gifts.

I definitely recommend that you read this book!

Thank you so much to Sourcebooks Landmark, Julianne Hough, Ellen Goodlett, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book. It was fantastic!

This was such a great book. I enjoyed it very much from the very first page to the very last page. And look how beautiful the cover is. I would pick it up without even looking at the description.

Thank you Julianne Hough, Ellen Goodlett, Sourcebooks Landmark, and Netgalley for this free ARC in exchange for a review.

This was a very enjoyable spiritual novel about an awakening, which was filled with distinct characters and healing.