Thank you for the free eARC, Berkley Romance!

In this beautifully written romance, Ella is a famous singer who is in the middle of a messy divorce from her cheating producer husband. She meets MLB star Miles at an awards show and is stunned by both their chemistry and his kindness. As they continue to work together professionally, they must fight against the headlines, rumors, and PR nightmares created by both of their exes. However, neither of them can deny the feelings they have for each other for long.

I absolutely loved this book! It’s the first that I’ve read from this author but I am certain it won’t be the last. The story and characters drew me in right away. I really enjoyed the celebrity romance aspect of the book, along with the power dynamics that Ella had to fight against her ex. Miles was really just my favorite kind of MMC- cinnamon roll sweet, caring, and absolutely gone for Ella from the first moment he meets her. I devoured this in a day and would recommend to any romance reader, especially those who love a celebrity romance.

3.75⭐️ This book was a slowwwwwww burn but very cute. I loved how sweet the Miles was and how patient he was with the Ella. I love reading books about black women being able to be loved properly

Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes! This is what a romance enthusiast wants to read! I was pulled in my the pain points of both characters; her a loveless controlling marriage, him having to rebrand his image after the fight with his team mate who was sleeping with his wife. THE TENSION! Every plot point in this book is laid out soooo intentionally and purposeful. I legit could not put this book down. I wish that we could've heard from Miles' point of view, but that would've just been the cherry on a perfectly written book! I found myself drowning in the small moments when they were falling for each other...him watching sleepless in Seattle, their voice notes, her reading the Jackie Robinson book! Their small moments were just as beautiful as the first time they made love, and when they both realized the depth of their feelings for each other!!! I really hope real romance fans find their way to this book!

Oh my god, this book is sooooo good! I started it after work yesterday and finished it this morning before work because I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN. Myah Ariel writes like a seasoned veteran, and this is only her second published novel. I wanted to bathe in the full range of emotions between Ella and Miles. So delicious. (And a side note: I request a book for Jamie and Gabe, please!). Thanks to Berkley for the ARC.

okay okayyyy i’m typically a little dubious about the famous trope, but i feel like ariel kept it grounded to reality when it came to the development of their relationship, which i can appreciate. i thought they had great chemistry and definitely had me giggling and kicking my feet, i’d love to read more from her! also the steam was nothing to complain about either y’all 🙂‍↕️

This book was amazing to read and I thoroughly enjoyed the story. The banter between the characters was well written, the overall development of the plot and characters was great, and it was truly a pleasure to read. Overall, I cannot wait to purchase the physical copy to add to my home library and I am looking forward reading it again.

The book had some good witty banter between the two main characters. I love the friendships that Ella’s has cultivated with her main group of friends. The representation of a male leading character who has a speech impediment (stuttering) was also very refreshing. I gave the book 3 stars because it was just ok for me.

Thank you Berkley Romance for this free e-ARC! Ariel does 2 things very well: 1) painting a vivid picture of unending yearning and 2) celebrity romances. Ella and Miles are two celebrities navigating difficult situations, all within the public eye. Everything becomes complicated once it’s decided that they should enter into a PR relationship. From the studio, to the baseball field, you’ll really enjoy the banter, heat, and drama of their love story. I wish there were a couple more instances of their chemistry depicted through the story. Either way, I was locked in the entire time.

NO ORDINARY LOVE comes out in April 2025, and I can’t wait for others to enjoy this as much as I did!

I devoured this 😍

~ Ella is an R&B singer going through a nasty divorce with her music producer and Miles is an MLB star trying to clean up his bad boy image. A wardrobe malfunction at the Grammy’s leaves the public wanting more of the two and Ella’s upcoming music video leaves the perfect opportunity for just that. What starts as an arrangement quickly turns into more ~

I’m obsessed with this! Started and finished the same day because I genuinely could not put it down. The chemistry between Ella and Miles was breathtaking. The drama with Ella and her ‘husband’ was actually a great addition! Watching her navigate the divorce and everything that came with it was so inspiring.

This author is definitely on my watch list. 😍

Singer & pro athlete
Forced proximity
He falls first

OMG! loved this book!
i finished it in a day!! so good. so beautiful. she did it again.
I do wish it slowed down a bit because i wanted more at the end. but love it

Thank you to Berkley Romance for the free e-ARC!

I enjoyed this book! When I heard this was inspired by Mariah Carey and her whirlwind romance with Derek Jeter I was all in! I loved Ella's story and how despite the things going on with her personal life, she would not back down from a fight when it came to her ex. She had an amazing support system, not only from Miles, but with her friends and divorce lawyer too. They saw what she was going through and understood that she needed the support, but I also loved that she was willing to support them through their needs too. It was a truly balance friendship.

I love the swoon-worthy moments between Ella and Miles. Every time they were on page together I was giggling and kicking my feet. They were so fun to read that I actually wish I got more of them through the story, but I still think that was a good balance. Toward the end of the book, pacing seemed to move at high speed, but maybe the reason for that was that I just wanted more time to soak them up when it feeling seemed like Ella was almost free from her messy divorce. I still think the story wrapped up nicely though! I'm very interested to see what Jamie and Gabe have going on so I hope they get a book in the future! I will definitely be reading if that is the case.

This book was everything that I expected it to be after reading Myah's debut book, When I Think of You. She has quickly moved to the top list of my must buy authors. I cant wait to add a personal copy of No Ordinary Love to my bookshelf! Watching Ella's character development and her gain strength to take back her life and career was refreshing. I love how Myah shows Myles patience with Ella and her situation all while remaining supportive and dealing with his on issues. Also, I hope we get a book with Jamie as the FMC.

I LOVE this book! Myah Ariel's writing is so refreshing. I felt like I was sitting in the room throughout the entire book. Myah we need a third book in .5 seconds lol

This book was everything I expected! I honestly loved this book more than I did her first one. Ella and Miles were everything! I loved that Miles was a baseball player (which is my second favorite sport) and when it came to Ella, he played no games with her! Ella is the most relatable character I've never read. She's so strong and independent yet at the same time, in her soft woman era! Who doesn't love to be both! The insta-love trope is once again right up my alley! I really can't wait for the next one!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC e-book copy!

Thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC! If you're craving a cozy, feel-good romance that sweeps you off your feet without diving into the deep emotional rollercoaster, No Ordinary Love by Myah Ariel is exactly what you need. I can already see this becoming one of my comfort reads. It’s got that perfect mix of charm, friendship, and heartwarming romance that makes you root for the main characters to just take a chance on each other.

Both characters have been through some tough stuff, so I totally get how scary it can be to open up to someone new. The story gave me The First Wives Club vibes, especially Jill Scott’s character, who's dealing with a messy divorce from her music mogul husband. It felt really similar to Ella’s situation here, but it still had its own unique spin that made it stand out.

And can we talk about the cover for a sec? Doesn’t the guy on the front totally give off Keith Powers vibes as Miles? I can totally picture him playing the role based on the illustration.

I really liked the choice of an MLB player as the main love interest. It was an interesting twist that added a fun dynamic to the romance. Mya Ariel did a solid job of bringing the celebrity world to life—I could practically feel the energy of an award show while reading. The friendships, especially with Ella’s glam squad, brought a lot of fun to the story. Characters like Rodney, Jamie, and Angelo added the right amount of energy to keep things light and entertaining.

Now, let's talk about the romance itself. The spice level is very much on the low side—I'd rate it a one on a scale of five, but that was totally fine by me. Sometimes, you just want a romance that's pure and cozy, and this book nailed it. It wasn’t overly steamy, but the love between Ella and Miles was so swoon-worthy. The slow-dancing scene at The Met while Ella shoots her music video? Absolutely everything. I was just about ready to hop on the train and visit The Met myself.

Also, can we give a shoutout to the song that inspired the title? No Ordinary Love by Sade couldn’t have been a more perfect fit for this story. Every chapter begins with a quote from a famous artist, and those little touches added a beautiful layer to the narrative.

No Ordinary Love releases on April 1, 2025, and if you're craving a sweet, relaxing romance where you can just turn your brain off and soak in the love, this is the book you’ve been waiting for.

My favorite quotes:

"I can't shake the dangerous feeling that I want to be looked at by him. Like I want his eyes to drink me in, have their fill, and wordlessly affirm their delight."

"...swallow my judgement, though, because I can see he's judged himself enough."

"And just when Sade begins to wonder what will happen if she tells her lover how she really feels, Miles surprises me by first brushing his fingers against mine and then interlocking them all together."

"She is talking about the many women and people like us who have found themselves struggling to figure out why love sometimes hurts, when the truth is, it wasn't love to begin with. It was control."

"And as far as I'm concerned, the worlds stops for us. Maybe the universe too. In this moment there is only his body and mine, and the sounds of the breath between us."

"Because you see me," " And you actively love what you see. I can feel it in your touch, hear it in your voice, see it on your face. And I see you too."

Of course it was good. Myah Ariel wrote it. I love Miles. A little messy and chaotic, very delicious, and impossible to put down.

Starting the year off strong with No Ordinary Love. Such a beautiful book that captures the beauty of love, art, and family. I love both Ella and Miles and their friends/ family.
I loved Ella’s development as she’s regaining her power and agency. Reading about Miles relationship with his family was so heartwarming. I love entertainment and music so all of the references from music to pop culture were really enjoyable and I think it works really well in this book.

Sometimes side characters get lost in the main character’s story but each character in this book had a distinct personality that helped move the story forward while adding great detail.

There were a few areas of the book where I feel like the transitions in scenes or the scenes themselves could have used some more development or detail but overall the story was really enjoyable and very entertaining. I would absolutely recommend

Thanks NetGalley and Berkley for this copy of No Ordinary Love

When I originally saw the title I knew immediately I needed this book. So when I was able to read this early it was like an early birthday gift to me haha. I'm so happy I got to read this story I adored it so much. I loved all the musical references. absolutely adored Miles and Ella's romance. You know how some people are just meant for each other? I felt like that was them from the moment they met. Throughout reading this i felt like the writing got better and better. I enjoyed reading about her friends (the glam squad) maybe we can get a book about them next... When the book releases I will be grabbing a physical copy.

I read when I think of you earlier this year and really enjoyed it, but no ordinary love was perfect! I loved each and every single one of the characters (except for the ex husband of course) especially the glam squad. I felt like the conversations around manipulation and love and power were explored in a way that was real and tangible. The love story was so so so beautiful and I think it opens up a conversation about timing, and when is it appropriate to find love and be in love after ending a relationship. I absolutely just loved every single part of this book. It was such a beautiful story. It was engaging. It was entertaining. I love the musical references as well just perfect perfect perfect I can’t wait for this to come out so I can get the physical copy. An easy five stars!

3.5 rounded up. I think this was good but not necessarily great! There were some parts that I just feel like were a bit underdeveloped and sooooo many questions that were left open for the reader to fill and that not what I want with a book thats supposed to be a standalone.