This was super cute and I loved the TCM aspect of the book. It makes me want to try some of my own. Vin and Leo’s relationship was a typical brothers relationship and I loved the aunties all having their distinct personalities but blending together so well. Now I feel like I need to grow some flowers.

This was so cute!! Lauren Kung Jessen always writes the most comforting, vibrant romances, and I always love her books! Yin Yang love song was no exception with its swoony romance between Vin and Chryssy and I loved the Aunites! I will say it was really heavy on information about TCM, which I loved learning about! But I would have loved a few more romantic moments between Vin and Chryssy added in. But overall, such a swoony, sweet story!

3.25 stars

Thank you Netgalley for providing me with an advanced copy of this book. Yin Yang Love Song was a cute and fun read. I enjoyed the writing style and learning about TCM. The reason why I didn’t vibe with this book as much as I would’ve liked is because I didn’t feel strongly about the connection between the two MCs. They were still lovely characters, I just wish they would’ve been developed at a deeper level. Nevertheless, this book is great if you are looking for a charming and lighthearted story that will heal your heart as well as your soul.

Lauren Kung Jessen is one of my favorite authors, her prior 2 books - The Red String Theory and Lunar Love were both so rich and engaging - I loved both books with all of my heart and still find myself thinking about them both on occasion. I was giddy about this one and eager to read more about Chinese Medicine!

Chryssy, an herbalist, and Vin, a famous cellist, are brought together and there is a rather intense spark that hits them both - but they both are adamant that nothing can come of it! Chryssy is part of a family where they believe that all of the women are cursed - they cannot maintain any romantic relationships. It's just as well because Vin is a heartbreaker by nature. So it's just as well that nothing aside from a fake relationship can happen...

I absolutely loved the talk of Chinese medicine, the herbs, the history, just all of the amazing education that was provided and showcased throughout the book. Chryssy felt far more real as a result of this, and I didn't struggle with liking her as a character (and I simply must try one of her recipes! That is thankfully included in the book - Lavender Egg Tarts... so delicious sounding and I can only imagine how wonderful the flavor is!). Vin just felt flat, I never found myself enjoying, or really even caring about the character... and the love story? It just didn't work and I never found myself rooting for them - or really even enjoying them together at all.

In her other books the yearning and pining were both what I considered to be top notch, and I just didn't get those vibes from this one. I would recommend it for the traditional chinese medicine elements, and also for the families of both characters as they are just so much fun!

Thank you to NetGalley and Forever Publishing for this e-arc in exchange for my honest review!

I received a DIGITAL Advance Reader Copy of this book from #NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I read one of Jessen's previous books and really enjoyed it, and this one didn't do it for me. The majority of the book felt boring to me and like nothing truly happened. I also didn't really love the MMC, he seemed like he had no real personality and was almost robotic in some ways. Or just that his entire personality was that he plays cello and that he was a prodigy.

2.5 stars rounded down

I’m one of the marketer and publicists so my bias may be showing, but I adore Lauren so much and honestly I think this is her best book yet!!

I loved Red String Theory, but this one was not for me. I didn’t feel their chemistry and I never really connected with the story. It was ok overall, and I enjoyed the family curse component, but not a favorite.

I absolutely adored Lunar Love so I had to check out Laura’s newest book. The fake dating trope was done well but it was a very slow burn. I wanted more banter and happenings like Lunar Love. While this one was ok for me I will still read anything Lauren writes!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC! This one was a solid 3 stars for me… I really enjoyed the first half, but by the second half the story felt very repetitive and slow. I just kind of wanted to story to …. End.

I loved the premise of fake dating but it didn’t last long at all! The pacing of the story felt too disjointed and with that, I feel like a lot of their story was lost. I don’t feel like I got to really watch them get to know one another.

I appreciated the emphasis on rest and truly loved both Chryssy and Vin! They were great main characters and I would’ve loved to see more of their chemistry.

Absolutely loved the beautiful and sweet characters! This book held me to the very last page ad 2 star crossed lovers navigate some trials some would say is a multigenerational curse!!!

Delayed review!

I have loved every book I have read by Lauren Kung Jessen and this one did not dissapoint. I think this one may be my favorite! I loved learning about the different flowers/herbals. If you love a fake dating trope, you will love this too. I liked bother characters and getting to know more about Chryssy and her family and their backstory. I highly reccomend this book- it's available now so check it out!



Thank you NetGalley and Forever (Grand Central Publishing) for the chance to read an ARC of "Yin Yang Love Song".

I think Lauren Kung Jessen is a very talented writer. I really enjoyed their first two books. Unfortunately, Yin Yang Love Song was not the book for me.

I would be interested to try another book by this author.


Thanks to NetGalley & Forever Publishing for the gifted copy, which I voluntarily read & reviewed.

bookscoffeebrews Book Review: YIN YANG LOVE SONG
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Author: Lauren Kung Jessen
Publisher: Forever @@readforeverpub
Thank you @netgalley for the ARC

This contemporary romance was a laugh-out-loud,
tears-streaming-down-my-face, can't-get-enough read
that reignited my passion for romance and left me
feeling like a goofy, lovesick teenager again. The story
of Chryssy Hua Williams, a talented Chinese herbalist,
and Vin Chao, a charismatic celebrity cellist, is a
sidesplitting tale of love, growth, and self-discovery
that had me rooting for them from the get-go. As they
navigate a fake dating arrangement that blossoms into
real feelings, Chryssy and Vin embody the power of
vulnerability, open communication, and mutual respect
- and I was totally here for it. I was particularly inspired
by the way the author wove together themes of family,
tradition, and holistic well-being, highlighting the
importance of self-care and the value of Traditional
Chinese Medicine - who knew being healthy could be
so hilarious? With its uplifting message, engaging
characters, and nuanced exploration of love and
relationships, Yin Yang Love Song is a true
masterpiece of romance and inspiration that will stay
with me forever - or at least until I need my next
romance fix.

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Lauren Kung Jessen does it again! Culture and familial love thrums through the pages of this novel, the result being a beautiful symphony worth the read. I've long been a fan of how LKJ weaves her characters, adding complexity and backstory that make them feel real. A word that comes to mind when thinking of this book is balance: it's so well-balanced between Chryssy's own personal journey, her relationship with Vin, and the running of her family business. The curse felt a little convenient, but all things considered, it's easily overlooked with the rest of the book being what it is. Especially for readers who are looking for closed-door romances, diverse characters/backgrounds, or books with strong family presence, YIN YANG LOVE SONG is one I can easily recommend.

Yin Yang Love Song is Lauren Kung Jessen’s latest novel and not to be missed.. I have read all of her books and you will definitely not want to miss her latest book. Thank you Lauren and can’t wait for your next book. Bravo and never stop writing these wonderful stories. 🙋‍♀️🇨🇦❤️👏💐📚👍

I enjoyed the general theme of self-care, reconnecting with nature and learning about different forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine that were new to me. Weekly yin nights (basically just restful nights where you engage in activity that brings you joy) is something I fully subscribe to! The romance was more of a subplot and not as developed as I had hoped for. I wish there had been more scenes like the bungee jumping one and dragon boat festival. If you go into this for the self-care nature vibes with Chinese customs, you're more likely to enjoy it!

A Chinese herbalist who specializes in herbal teas for healing and a rock cellist find real love while fake dating in Lauren Kung Jessen’s Yin Yang Love Song.

Along the way, the story explores themes of burnout, broken hearts, family, traditions, and healing. 

It’s another cozy love story from Kung Jessen, perfect to read when you want to slow down for a bit and wrap up in a warm blanket with a steaming cup of tea

I received an advance copy of the book from Forever. All review opinions are my own.

Thank you Forever and NetGalley for the gifted DRC book.

After adoring Lunar Love, I was excited to pick up Yin Yang Love Song. Upon reading the premise, the main characters jumped out at me as particularly intriguing – a Chinese herbalist and a celebrity cellist. The musicians I typically see in romance and rom-coms tend to be guitarists or pop star vocalists, so seeing a cellist in the spotlight was refreshing and really awesome. I loved the inclusion and education surrounding Traditional Chinese Medicine which led the way for self-care to be a major theme of the book. This really resonated as I lean into embracing rest. The voices of Chrissy and Vin weren’t quite unique enough causing some periodic confusion of which character the dual POV was focused on. Though romance was necessary for the given plot, I found it to be lackluster compared to the cultural and health themes which were really what held the book for me. I enjoyed this well enough, though Lunar Love remains my favorite of Lauren Kung Jessen’s books.

3.5 stars

My favorite part of this story was all of the knowledge about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Unfortunately, the story itself, while very cute, just didn't fully do it for me. It was still a good read, but I will probably not be thinking about it for very long.

I really enjoyed Chryssy and Vin’s story. They were so cute together and I think the two of them going into the fake relationship knowing they would break up allowed them to keep their guards down and really get to know each other. I loved the supporting cast and the use of eastern medicine and remedies. This book was well written and Lauren Kung Jessen is becoming a fast favorite of mine!