I wanted to love this. At first I understood Magdalen’s self deprecating, low self esteem. I struggled with my own self esteem deeply growing up but this just felt like the ramblings of an angsty teenager as there was next to no character development on either part of the FMC and MMC by the end of it. 🥲 even as a second chance romance, I found I difficult to understand why they even like each other outside of crushes as young teens.

I did think the narrators did a great job other than the fact that I thought her name was Maudlin or something and I was very confused to see it was not lol.

This book is not a romance. The person who classified it as such was mistaken, and it was the first step to the ‘disaster’ that this book became.

I enjoyed the plot, but it was slow and long, filled with indecisions, miscommunication, trauma, and family drama.

There is no happy ending, so don’t expect one. However, you will find a fantastic description of Italy (Chivasso and Torino), a lot of unresolved family drama (which remained unresolved), and mental health struggles.

I’m not easily triggered, but I felt there could have been some kind of warning about drug use, abuse, and infidelity.

I listened to the audiobook partially, and the dual narration wasn’t bad, but I enjoyed the ebook experience more.

By the end of the book, the main characters had not developed at all. They both ended the same way they started.

If you’re a fan of reading stories about Italy, then you should definitely read this book.

I didn't find the story to have much substance. The attraction was purely sexual if I'm being honest, and the ending just seemed to prove me right. The major revelations in the plot gave little to no connection to the "love story" and it was all about their individual trauma and how it messed them growing up.
There was a lot of cursing and this book rates 3/5 in my spice scale.

This book is a tricky one to review! It’s an opposites-attract romance about childhood best friends reuniting as adults. The story is sexy, messy, and beautifully written, exploring themes of reconciling with the past and rediscovering love.

I’ll admit, that some critiques I’ve seen about the lack of plot resonate with me. However, I think the book’s focus is less on a traditional plot and more on the emotional journey and the answers these two best friends find.

The descriptions of the setting and characters are stunning, with moments that will resonate with readers in their late 20s and early 30s. The dialogue has a way of evoking deep feelings. That said, at times, the two main characters felt overshadowed by the sheer number of side characters and backstories, making it feel like a big, chaotic reunion.

As for the ending, I think it could have used something more unexpected or impactful to tie it all together.

Overall, it’s a beautifully written book, especially for Paris lovers. The cover gets 5 stars, and the characters 4 stars, but the lack of plot and abundance of characters might make it a bit overwhelming for some readers.

I also wanted to mention that your experience as a reader will be very different if you listen to the audio instead of reading e pub.

I knew this would be angsty and I was fine with it, thinking this was romance and expected a HEA.

Theo and Magdalen are childhood friends and return to Italy to celebrate the Magdalen's sister's wedding. Magdalen has always had a crush on Theo and having Theo back brings all the feelings back.

Theo is a major asshole and treat Magdalen poorly. They are both pretty immature but I guess given their age, I get it but frustrating none the less. You learn of why Theo acts the way he does and felt there was no growth in his character.

The ending left me feeling underwhelmed.

I don't know if I missed this in the story but I dont know why Magdalen had an English accent in the narration. I know she is at school in Oxford but I would not think she would lose her Italian accent. Aside from that, Cam Wilder and Grace Blyth did bring out the angst in the story.

Thank you @readforeverpub @hachetteaudio for a copy of the book.

The audio itself was great. The voice actors did a great job I just wasn’t the biggest fan of the story itself. Great audio though and would recommend.

I really don't want to give another bad review for this book, but I have to review it, There was no plot, not much story or character development it was a struggle to get through.

This cover is beautiful! But I struggled a bit when it came to this story. I was finding myself not paying attention to the story and instead easily getting distracted. This may be a story I need to reread with my eyes instead! Give it another chance!

I was so excited when I was given the opportunity from Forever Friends to read this audiobook. I have been trying to incorporate audiobooks into my reading life because I’ve recognized how useful and productive they can be to my reading goals.

This one was unfortunately a miss for me. Romance is my preferred genre ATM and there was something just incredibly unlikable about the MMC. I loved the fact it was in Italy and it had a small town vibe because if you know me then you know that’s my jam! But I suppose not everyone can be a win!

This book was much more poetic than I expected, which made it a slower start but overall more beautiful. The characters sometimes read like characters and not real people, but that wasn't necessarily a bad thing for a book I am reading for an escape.

Both of the narrators were great and kept me going with the story.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me listen!

After both leaving their small Italian hometown, Magdalen and Theo find themselves back at the same time which sparks old feelings that both had tried to hide. There are many underlying complications which hinder their relationship. Then once a secret comes out it's unclear if they can recover.

I was excited about this one but unfortunately this one just didn't grab me. The narrators were great (I had the audio only) but the story had my mind wandering while listening. I never fully connected with the characters and so their story wasn't so intriguing to me. There was nothing wrong with the writing, I just never really got into this one.

3.5 stars

Thank you to Hachette Audio and NetGalley for the ARC to review

This had a slow start for me but overall a good read. You can definitely feel the attraction and chemistry between the pair. Plus who doesn’t love a brother’s best friend story?!

I wasn't feeling this debut. It has been getting great buzz and I understand why with its Colleen Hoover vibes but as a second chance, dual timeline, dual POV romance that deals with heavy family issues, it just somehow didn't work for me. I listened to the audiobook and didn't love the narrators so maybe that contributed to me mediocre feelings but overall this was a skippable read for me. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an early digital and audio copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.

3.25
Let me preface this by saying, I listen to a lot of contemporary romances. Is Theo a semi-reformed fuckboy? Sure. Is he the most likable? No. But I totally believed his chemistry with Magdalen. I believed the ups and downs based on their complicated past and his want/need to reform. I bought her shyness and hesitancy, while also feeling safe because she grew up with him. The explanations for the bad behaviors made sense for someone their age and at that point in life.

I also really enjoyed the narrators and their accents, whether authentic or not. However, I had no idea what her name was from the audio. Even after looking it up, I still couldn't hear them saying "Madgalen."

Thank you to Net Galley and Hachette Audio for the advanced copy.

Thanks to NetGalley and Hachette Audio for the advanced audio book.

2.5 stars

The location (a small town in Italy) and the premise (the daughter and son of two families who've been close for over a decade find themselves falling in love, but that love is threatened by a long buried secret) made this book appealing, but the execution of the story left something to be desired. Theo was an inconsistent character; even as a twenty-something he vacillated in how he treated Magdalen within every conversation, which left me confused about why she had any interest in him, other than a lingering crush from when she was 13. Magdalen was also an inconsistent character in that she seems almost traumatized in the way she interacts with others and simultaneously thinks that people are noticing her too much and not noticing her at all. The ending was also kind of unsatisfying, which made it unclear exactly what genre this book is meant to be. Given the ending, it doesn't qualify as a romance, but didn't feel quite like literary fiction either. Ultimately, this book fell into a lot of the traps of a debut novel. It'll be interesting to see what this author comes up with next.

I'll Look for You Everywhere comes out January 21, 2025

Thank you Hachette audio for the review copy. I am of two minds with this audio/plot, one in that I don't think this was for me, too angsty/YA vibe without all the things I love in a good YA book, and the audio was too long for a book I didn't vibe with; two, this might be a great read for people who like the yearning angsty reads (carley fortune, lucy score, colleen hoover), there are many readers who enjoy the more emotional romance stories and I hope that this one finds that audience. I found the main characters hard to connect with and understand, a lot of leaning into themes on miscommunication/problematic thoughts with the main characters that for me set this up to be more annoying than engaging.

Thank you NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing | Canary Street Press for granting me the opportunity to listen to "I'll Look for You Everywhere". I am an audiobook girly. I spend about 3 hours a day driving as well as listen to audiobooks throughout my work day, while I'm cleaning, and even while cooking. They make getting things done so much easier. I enjoyed this audiobook. I love duel narrators and even more when the narrators have accents that match the setting of the story. However, I am a harsh romance reviewer. I struggled with the negative internal monologues and inconsistent character behavior. I had a hard time connecting or rooting for Theo or Magdalen. I feel like this book is meant for a specific audience and it was not me, but it may be for you. Don't write this book off because I did not absolutely love it.

I did not like this book, I listened to the entire audiobook but kept telling myself to end it because I did not understand what was happening or what the point of the plot was. For about 75% of the book I thought the best friend who the FMC calls her sister was her actual sister that was getting married, it wasn’t. The English accent was confusing, the book is set in a small town in Italy but the narrators are speaking in an English accent and well it kind of took me out of the story. Both MCs are very hot and cold to each other, one page they are getting along the next they hate each other without any reason. The MMC Theo spends a lot of time fooling around with women and had enough time to attend a prestigious university and pass his classes. There were mysterious secrets being kept by both MCs that were mentioned throughout the story that did nothing for the plot. Kind of underwhelming when they were revealed at the very end.

First thing’s first: thank you Netgalley for the ALC of this book!
I was really looking forward to I’ll Look For You, Everywhere by Cameron Capello. Brother’s best friend, childhood neighbor boy, first time seeing each other all grown up…IN ITALY???? What’s not to love, right?? Unfortunately a lot was not to love.

Both the FMC and MMC read much younger than they were, like middle schoolers. Why are we acting like an adult man should treat the girl they’re interested in like garbage in his attempts to push her away because he can’t keep it in his pants around her??? Like he actually treated her so poorly and said some vile things and she’s just like “boohoo but I am so horny for him it’s okay”. GIRL GET UP. And she actively recognizes that she’s being an idiot and yet??? AND YET??? She’s also supposed to be super inexperienced (because why WOULDN’T she be?? What other type of girl could we POSSIBLY pair with the emotionally stunted, daddy issue having, bad boy???) This book actually pissed me off, dude. I DNF’d at 64% because I physically could not force myself to listen to any more of it.
A VERY GENEROUS 2⭐️, but I think it would have been lower if I had suffered through the back half of the book.

A heartfelt, angst-ridden journey that had me reliving every bittersweet love I have ever known! With stellar narration that breathes life into an already compelling story, I’ll Look for You Everywhere is a must-listen for fans of slow-burn romance, family drama, and unresolved tension.

Magdalen Savoy, a university student with a tangled heart and even more tangled family ties, returns to her Italian hometown for her sister’s wedding. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill homecoming; it’s a gauntlet of old wounds, hidden truths, and one very off-limits love interest, her brother’s best friend, Theo.
As Magdalen and Theo navigate the familiar streets of Chivasso, they also navigate the complex web of their emotions. With long-buried secrets threatening to unravel, their simmering tension is both their greatest weakness and their most undeniable strength.

Magdalen is a beautifully flawed FMC. Her anxiety and emotional baggage are relatable , making her journey both heartbreaking and inspiring. She’s the kind of character who gets under your skin in the best way, making you root for her even when she’s her own worst enemy.

Theo is the quintessential brooding love interest, but with layers that go beyond the trope. His internal struggle between loyalty and desire is compelling, and his chemistry with Magdalen crackles with intensity.

The audio narration was great! A Dynamic Duo.
Cam Wilder: Wilder’s portrayal of Theo is a standout. His deep, gravelly voice captures Theo’s brooding nature perfectly, while his nuanced performance brings out the vulnerability and depth of the character. Wilder has a knack for pacing, drawing listeners in with every line.
Grace Blyth: Blyth’s narration of Magdalen is equally captivating. Her voice carries the weight of Magdalen’s anxiety and longing, making her journey feel intimate and real. Blyth’s ability to convey a wide range of emotions adds a layer of authenticity to the story, making the listener feel every heartbeat and hesitation.
Together, Wilder and Blyth create a harmonious duet, their voices weaving in and out of the narrative with a great flow. The dual narration adds a cinematic quality to the audiobook, making it feel like an immersive experience rather than just a story.

I’ll Look for You Everywhere is about the complexities of love and family. It delves into the scars left by past relationships, the pain of unspoken words, and the healing that comes from facing your fears head-on.
Magdalen and Theo’s relationship is a slow burn, fraught with the kind of tension that leaves you breathless. Their story is a reminder that love isn’t always easy, but it’s often worth the fight.

The small Italian village of Chivasso is as much a character as Magdalen and Theo. Its winding streets, sun-drenched piazzas, and close-knit community create a vivid backdrop that enhances the story’s emotional resonance. The setting adds a touch of nostalgia and charm, making the reader feel both the beauty and the suffocation of small-town life.

Cameron Capello’s storytelling is lyrical and evocative, painting a picture that’s as vivid as it is emotional. The dialogue is sharp and realistic, and the internal monologues are where the story truly shines. Capello captures the essence of young love, familial bonds, and personal growth with a deft hand, making this debut a standout.


I’ll Look for You Everywhere is a beautifully crafted tale of love, loss, and the courage to face the past. With its richly drawn characters, evocative setting, and top-notch narration, it’s an audiobook/ book that will stay with you long after you have finished. Whether you’re a die-hard romantic or a fan of emotionally charged storytelling, this one deserves a spot on your reading/ listening list.