YOU BETWEEN THE LINES was a one-sitting read for me. I know nothing about poetry and I was a little worried that I wouldn't connect to the content, but from start to finish I did not want to put this book down. The story, the characters, the writing style—they all hooked me as a reader and made me feel just about every emotion possible.

The writing was gorgeous, the story was angsty and engaging and sexy, and Leigh and Will both felt so real to me. As a fellow anxious, creative woman with people-pleasing tendencies and a dash of imposter syndrome myself lol, I felt super seen by Leigh's journey. I can't wait to see what this author does next, she's definitely one I'll be watching for.

What a gorgeous book, a sincere ode to romance as a genre, writing, and millenials who love Taylor Swift. Truly it felt like this book was made for me.

Leigh had a crush on Will back in high school, but then he tore her work apart. Now, years later, they are rivals at the same MFA program and in competition for the same fellowship.

The two of them are undeniably drawn together. Naymon’s lush and descriptive prose pull us into Leigh’s mind as she and Will fall for each other in a messy and real way. The poems interspersed in the book are a true highlight, and a little extra window into the characters’ minds.

This book is filled with realistic dialogue, sharp and specific prose, and spicy and steamy scenes that make you shiver. Do yourself a treat and preorder this book immediately.

Great book!! Interesting characters and believable plot. The book was just the right length to tell the story. Would read another book by this author