So many tropes a solid 3.5 read.

When romance writer, Margot's, happily never after alternate ending document is leaked to her fans on a live stream she is quickly "cancelled". Her sister sends her on an Alaskan adventure for 6 weeks to write a new novel.

Forrest is the embodiment of the perfect all-inclusive trope book boyfriend. He has all the things, and immediately starts an enemy to lover's trope with Margot. Of course, she joins in since she hates romance, and he is the perfect mix of all of her hero's.

I gave this book a 3.5, I will start with what I liked. I loved Forrest, he was so great. With the way that Margot acted I think he was justified in his treatment and assumptions of her. I loved the side characters and Forrest's backstory was so great. All of the tropes were cute and put into the story in a way that did not feel silly or overdone.

Now on to what I didn't like. MARGOT. I did not like her. I thought she was absolutely ridiculous at times. I was at a solid 4 stars with this one until she asks Forrest for a fling for the remainder of her trip and then gets upset when she finds out that he had a fling with another guest that ended in horrible reviews for the lodge. Like why in the heck was she mad, by her own choice this was ending in a few weeks. Also, she acted like they had time to get to know one another and for him to confess this to her. They avoided each other as much as possible through most of the book. Their interactions were so limited I do not know when he would have had the chance. The way she treated her sister was also an Ick for me. It almost felt like she was using her sister's illness as an excuse for everything.

This book was not horrible, I did like almost everything in it. It was just that one character that brought the star level down for me. It was cute and I would read it for Forrests character if anything.

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for this title. This is my honest review.

3.5 stars out of 5

I thought this book was good but not one of my favorites. I enjoyed reading about Forrest and Margot and their budding relationship. The relationship between Margot and her sister was so sweet and I could really see Margot cared for her so much. I liked how the book ended but it was a little rushed. I would have liked to see what they were up to in the future. The reason I did not rate this book higher was due to the fact it lost my interest several times and I kept catching my mind wandering while reading.

In Any Trope but You, we meet Margot who is a best selling romance novelist. She writes books with happily ever afters but, spoiler alert, she doesn't believe in happily ever after. She has a file on her computer of all the alternate endings of her books where her characters don't get a happily ever after. That file was leaked during an interview and Margot is cancelled. Her sister Savannah books her a retreat in Alaska so she can figure out what to do next. Margot had no idea the North Star Lodge was a secluded place with no internet but the son of the owner, Forrest, was a pleasant surprise. The rest of the book takes us on the many adventures they have in Alaska along with getting to know both their families.

Thank you Netgalley and Atria Books for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

4.5 stars

I really enjoyed this! Not just because I’m a sucker for romance novels set in Alaska with love interests that appear to be lumberjack-esque but with hearts of gold, but because the author did a great job with both the main characters, as well as the supporting cast, to give me something to root for and care about. Plus, the hook of a disgraced romance author not believing in love only to meet a man that fits every single MMC romance trope was a fun extra layer.

And if I had to give a knock to this - maybe referencing one too many tropes and a bit of a rushed ending.

Margot is a true embodiment of anyone who has given up on finding love. Her commitment to skepticism and exasperation when confronted with stereotypes from her own novels was laugh out loud funny. Savannah is the strong, fierce, supportive sister any woman would be thankful to have in their lives. Trapper & Jo are the most delightful meddlesome, heart in the right place people. And Forrest? With his tree trunk thighs, his cast iron abs, and his baseball bat…other parts pale in comparison to his dedication and compassion to the people he cares about and cherishes. Victoria took all of these characters and threw them into a deeply enjoyable novel about what happens when you have to reinvent yourself in the cold Alaskan wilderness with only a letter from your sister to look forward to once a week.

3.75 stars- This was a super cute, quick read! The cover got my attention because I thought it was so adorable! As much as I enjoyed the relationship with Margot and Forrest, I liked even more the relationship between Margot and her sister Savannah. I felt it was a little cheesy at times and I wish there was an epilogue so we got a look into the future.

"Any Trope But You" by Victoria Lavine is such a fun read! It’s a clever twist on the enemies-to-lovers trope that manages to be both hilarious and heartwarming. What I love most is how the author pokes fun at romance clichés while still giving us all the feels. The pacing is perfect, with just the right amount of plot twists to keep you hooked. Plus, the side characters add great depth without stealing the spotlight.

If you’re looking for a light, entertaining romance that plays with the genre while keeping you laughing, definitely check this one out!

Let me tell you. I LOVED this book. I was a little unsure going in because I’ve recently read a lot of books “about” authors but this was such an interesting take on the subject that I couldn’t help but love it. The dual POV was perfect and so was the brilliant and beautiful story between the two sisters 🩷

It’s giving Hallmark movie vibes, in all the right ways! Margot comes face to face with her tropes in the form of a man at an Alaska retreat. I loved the banter between Margot and Forrest, but my favorite relationship was the one Margot shares with her sister. The perfect, light winter read!

Loved this so much!! A jaded romance writer (Margot) meets her match when she comes across a man that embodies literally every romance trope (Forrest).

I can't believe that this a debut novel. I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for Victoria Lavine's next book!

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for providing this e-arc in exchange for my honest review!

This book was everything. This book shot to the top of my tbr list on description and cover alone. Sorry, not sorry. I think Forrest is now and could be the best book boyfriend created. I don't usually read the afterwards of books, but I just didn’t want the story to end. To find out that Ms. Lavigne created such a phenomenal story while going through her own health issues made this even more dear to me. Margot, who had written the love stories that we all as romance readers love was jaded on a true HEA. It took her sister, Savannah to push her to travel to off the grid Alaska to find herself. With the help of Forrest and the weekly letters of her sister’s hard truths she was able to see how much she meant and did for others. I can’t say how much this book made me laugh, cry and believe that life can get better. Thank you to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for this free advanced copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for providing this book, with my honest review below.

Any Trope but You was a fun filled very romance trope heavy book that I thought brought the reader along to enjoy in calling out the cynical side eye even fans of the genre sometimes cast on romance books while also embracing the heart that draws so many of them. Also, our male main character Forrest was 10/10.

We start with Margot, the cynical side eyer in all of us who just so happens to be the wildly successful author of romance books. When she gets publicly outed as having doubts about happy endings her sister (who she has made the center of her life) Savannah sends her off to Alaska to recharge and write a book. Margot is sure it’ll be a murder thriller, as befits her mood, until she meets Forrest. Forrest is amazing, having lost his mother and decided to stay at his father’s cabin hotels to care for him after a stroke, this man can make the deepest romance cynic believe in love. Often times as heartfelt as it is funny, Any Trope but You is exactly the type of book you’ll want to recharge your romance loving self with.

Any Trope but You is a delightful and witty debut from Victoria Lavine that combines humor, romance, and a dash of mystery in a beautiful Alaskan setting. Margot Bradley, a bestselling romance author who has lost faith in Happily Ever Afters, flees to a remote resort to reinvent herself as a murder mystery writer. But as she starts writing, she finds herself living out one romance novel trope after another—complete with moose encounters and an unexpected romance with the resort’s rugged owner, Forrest Wakefield.
Lavine’s debut shines with a strong, relatable heroine in Margot, whose cynicism toward love is both charming and heartbreaking. Her snarky, no-nonsense attitude hides a vulnerability that makes her journey toward emotional healing all the more satisfying. Forrest, the brooding but caring resort proprietor, is the perfect foil to Margot’s sharp wit. His own emotional baggage and reluctance to open up create a tension that fuels their slow-burn romance.
The romance is sweet and fun, with a host of classic rom-com tropes that will make readers swoon. From the moose encounter to Margot’s accidental dive into the arms of Forrest, the story feels like a love letter to romance novels, while still keeping things fresh with its unique setting and sharp dialogue. Though the pacing occasionally falters in the middle, the chemistry between Margot and Forrest—and the humor that runs throughout the book—keeps the pages turning.
Any Trope but You is a charming and heartwarming read with just the right mix of romance and humor. Fans of contemporary romance with a bit of quirk and charm will fall for this debut author’s irresistible voice.

Alright, I loved this one more than I expected to. Margot is a jaded romance writer who lives with her sister, who has autoimmune issues and is her caretaker. After being "outed" for not believing in romance, her sister sends her to Alaska to research her next book in a new genre. She immediately meets Forrest, the owner's son, who is taking care of his dad and his resort while he tries to recover from injury. Margot and Forrest immediately start checking off the romance tropes. Forrest seems too good to be true and Margot fights her feelings about him. They are electric together, but have responsibilities put on themselves that threaten their happily ever after. There's witty banter, spice, heart to heart letters and conversations and of course, embarrassing moments(even if you're on Zoom, please wear pants). My only gripes with this story is that we're told that the leak is apprehended, but no explanation to who or why. It seems too random to not be better explained. My other gripe is no epilogue. I know it's not everyone's cup of tea, but I need to know what else happens.

This one’s for the romance girlies 💌 I adored this debut and predict it will be all over BookTok when it releases!

We follow Margot, a romance writer who gets cancelled after alternate endings of her love stories get leaked. Cue an Alaskan trip of reinvention/rediscovery in a remote lodge where she meets Forrest - a literal walking trope of a man 🤭

And let me tell ya, the slow burn was givinggggggg. For a book that checks off every trope in a romance story (and that’s intentional btw), Victoria Lavine made the characters work for it! The chemistry, the banter, it was all there and I can guarantee it will also have you giggling and kicking your feet.

Apart from the swoony romance, you can also expect the sweetest familial plot line. Margot is a caregiver for her chronically ill sister Savannah and Forrest is a caregiver for his dad after an unfortunate accident leaves him paralyzed. Watching the two bond over this shared experience was so heartbreaking yet so heartwarming at the same time. It added a whole layer of depth that I personally loved, as I’m sure readers will too.

Thanks to Atria Books & Netgalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.

A romance author that doesn’t believe in happily ever afters provides the perfect setup for this cozy laugh out loud rom-com! This book manages to poke fun at endless romance tropes all while using them to further a HEA for Forrest and Margot! This was a fantastic debut rom-com that had me immediately adding Lavine to must read romance authors.

I loved the pull into this book. It was interesting to see the different tropes played out but I really enjoyed the overall stories and the depth of the characters!

As a romance novel enthusiast… Any Trope But You is a MUST READ. I laughed, cried and swooned! If you’re looking for a romcom that will tug on your heartstrings.. look no further! 5/5 Stars! Thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for the eARC!

Oh my gosh! A new favourite romance author has been found. I loved this debut novel by Victoria Lavine. It follows Margot, a romance author, who has her career blown up so she retreats to Alaska, thanks to her sister who gave her the trip; a 6 week stay at a remote Alaskan resort. Forrest, the resort owner's son, has a run in (cue: meet-cute) with Margot. Forrest is the ultimate trope - gorgeous, sweet, smart (a dr!) and he and Margot have the enemies to lovers trope, forced proximity trope just to name a few. This novel was fantastic. It was sweet, funny, swoony (some spice!) and gave you the feels - a perfect romance. I did find the book to be a tad too long; but all in all an entertaining read.

I look forward to reading more from this author! Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

This was one of those one-sitting reads for me and probably one of the best debut novels I've read this year. I connected easily with Margot and related with a lot of her issues. The other characters were quirky and fun as well. The humor in the book along with all of the tropes reminded me a lot of Meghan Quinn and her books, and MQ is one of my favorites!

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC! Love getting a sneak peek into upcoming titles! Any Trope but You is a story about a jaded romance author, Margot, who has been disappointed one too many times by love. In order to cope with the imposter syndrome of writing HEA, she writes a diary of Happily Never Afters. After this get leaked to the world, her life falls apart. Dropped by her publisher, cancelled by her readers. Her sister decides it's the perfect opportunity for reinvention - and signs her up for a 6 week trip to a remote Alaskan cabin. A total fish out of water, Margot runs into (literally) the personified version of every trope and trait she writes about - Forrest. But is he too good to be true? Can she believe in HEA again? Or is this just another heartbreak waiting to happen. Such a lovely story about two selfless people who are caring for their family members and sacrificing for family. Great writing, fantastic banter. Excited for others to read this once it comes out!