I found this book to be so entertaining and a short cute read. The book itself is built around a terrible storm pushing two people towards each other. During that time, they decide to get to know each other by asking 37 questions within a magazine found at our MFC apartment. I thought this was such a unique take, especially as someone who loved taking magazine quizzes as a teen.

At times the novel felt very insta-lovey or even insta-lusty, however it didn’t feel like a rushed plot line. At times I did feel like snipits could have been left out and the overall novel would still be good.

My final rating is a 3.5 out of 5 stars. This was an enjoyable read and something I plan on recommending to my friends. Thank you so much for the ARC!

I love that most of 37 Questions takes place over a single night—it makes everything feel so intimate and immediate, like being let in on a secret conversation between two people figuring out their place in each other’s lives. The concept alone hooked me, but what really made the book shine was how human and layered both Nora and Aiden felt.

Nora’s fibromyalgia representation was a standout for me. The way she navigated chronic pain—acknowledging it but not letting it consume her—felt real and deeply relatable. It’s rare to see disability and chronic illness portrayed with such nuance, and it made her feel even more authentic.

I also really appreciated how the book handled relationships, particularly Nora’s friendship with her ex. So often, breakups in books (even if off-page) are either messy and dramatic or nonexistent, as if exes just vanish from existence. But here, it was refreshing to see two people recognize they worked better as friends and actually maintain that connection without unnecessary angst. It added depth to Nora’s character and made her feel even more grounded.

And then there’s Aiden—kind, thoughtful, and carrying his own quiet struggles. The way he and Nora answered the questions together, slowly peeling back layers of themselves, was captivating. Their chemistry was undeniable, but what really made their connection work was how deeply they saw each other.

The only reason I’m not giving this 5 stars is that it’s a pretty predictable rom-com. That’s not necessarily a bad thing—it delivers exactly what you’d expect, which makes it perfect for anyone who loves the genre. It doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it does execute the formula really well. If you’re looking for a quick, enjoyable read with lovable characters and genuine emotional depth, 37 Questions is definitely worth picking up.

What a delight!
I always wondered if those questions worked, and it's so fun to read about two random strangers testing it out and actually falling in love.
I loved this book from the beginning until the very end. And while I think that the first part of the book is much stronger than the ending, I enjoyed it nonetheless, and had a smile on my face for 70% of the book.
'37 Questions' is witty, sweet and absolutely charming.

3.75 stars from me.

Thank you NetGalley and 8th Note Press for this ARC.

This was a real cute book.
I loved how the title really tied into the books content. It was all based on 37 questions.
I remember these quizzes from being a teenager. And oh my I still blush a little at both the questions and what we tied to them.
So to go through such things as an adult I thought still might bring cringe. But it didn't. It was handled really well and managed a maturity aswell as a maturity to the characters answers.
I know people have said there are predictions to this but I think we can say that about many books and stories. That doesn't need to mean they are any less enjoyable. If done well. And for me this one was.
Our characters had good banter and great Chemistry. And they both had enough depth to them.

Can a single night—and 37 unexpected questions—change everything? 37 Questions by June Kaye is a cozy, heartfelt rom-com that delivers witty banter, emotional depth, and a slow-burn romance that keeps you hooked until the very last page.

Based on the famous New York Times article, “The 36 Questions That Lead to Love,” this novel beautifully explores vulnerability, intimacy, and the ways we open our hearts when we least expect it.

I loved how 37 Questions balanced lighthearted humor with deeper emotional moments. Nora and Aiden were both complex, relatable characters, and their banter was top-tier! The forced proximity trope was executed so well, making their slow-burn romance feel natural and satisfying. Plus, the mental health representation added an extra layer of depth that made their journey even more compelling.

If I had one critique, the ending felt a little lackluster. But even so, I was fully invested in their story and happy with how it all wrapped up.

If you love meet-cutes, forced proximity, and romances that make you laugh and tug at your heartstrings, this one’s for you!

Thank you, NetGalley, @8thnotepress, and authors @junekayewrites for the ARC!

Wow I loved this SO much, Very different to what I was expecting but I was pleasantly surprised, Really felt connect to the characters in this.

Thank you NetGalley, 8th Note Press and June Kaye for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

3.5⭐️

37 questions is the situation every teenager thinks they’ll find themselves in - forced to care for a handsome stranger overnight during a storm and answering 36 questions from a magazine that promises you’ll fall in love. Then to find out the handsome stranger is actually a famous actor - many may love this, Nora - not so much.

The piece I didn’t love was how fast feelings were felt. Lust - sure, deep connection with all they were staring - absolutely, but actually thinking you’re falling in love halfway through the questions and night is a little too fast for me.

I enjoyed reading their internal monologue and actual answers when completing the questions. I couldn’t help but feeling like my answers would have been extremely boring and would not cause anyone to fall in love with me 🤣

The miscommunication/misunderstanding trope is not my favorite. I didn’t enjoy how that blew up but liked how Nora’s friends pushed her to recognize her mistakes. This part after the conflict dragged on although it was all over a short time period.

Overall, I enjoyed the story but felt the characters could have been developed a bit more to help connect with and show their relationship.

Tropes:
Celebrity/normal person
Forced proximity
Slow burn
Instalove
Miscommunication

Many thanks to NetGalley & the Publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I loved the getting to know someone through 37 questions premise and felt that it was a cute story overall. The insta-love, however, didn't quite work for me. I would have liked to have seen a little more chemistry and a little less repetition towards the end. Regardless, the writing was good and the book grabbed my attention right away. It kept me engaged and entertained and would be a great summer beach read.

It's okay - I mean I personally find it difficult to get into 3rd person writing. It was giving 'Notting Hill' but in reverse, but that's only because a British actor fell in love with a 'normal, not like other girls' girl. I also am not a fan of reading accents, and especially when British characters overuse English phrases like "bloody ____". I mean we get it, you're from the UK but you're not Ron from 'Harry Potter'. Overall, it was alright, the concept was clever and if this was a movie I probably would watch it. If it was written in first person, I would have enjoyed it a lot more and probably would have finished it.

I totally loved the concept of 36 question to fall in love along with forced proximity because of tornado with slow burn was a perfect combination. even tho, I'm not a big celebrity romance lover but this book kept me hooked from starting to finishing.
I personally loved the time they spent in Nora's house a lot. the chemistry between Nora and Aiden was there which could be sensed from the starting of the book.

Honestly, I found myself a bit bored while reading this. The banter felt flat and followed that tired “I’m different from most girls” trope, which just didn’t do it for me. It’s a theme that’s been overdone, and this book fell right into that trap. The pacing felt sluggish, and I struggled to stay engaged even halfway through. I kept debating whether to put it down, but I held out hope that the ending would redeem it. Sadly, everything just ended up feeling forgettable. While the premise had potential, I didn’t connect with Aiden or Nora, and their characters fell short of my expectations. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me a chance to read this!

I couldn’t finish this. It was okay, but I didn’t really love Aiden or Nora. The general premise of him being stuck in a storm and he shelters with her and they have the 36 questions in the magazine is pretty good, but the execution was just really slow for me. I mean, 65% in, and I’m not invested in their love story. I’m not really rooting for them to make it out of conflict so they can be in love. Their love story didn’t really come across like they loved each other, but more so that they wanted each other in a physically way, and that’s not for me. That’s why I didn’t find myself rooting for them. Overall, what I read was mid.

I really enjoyed this book!! Such a cosy concept with the storm causing forced proximity. Love the characters and their relationship, it felt very believable and I was routing for them the whole time

3.75 stars for this fun mingling of Hollywood romance and New York Times questionnaires!

A fateful tornado warning, a serendipitous falling injury, and some old magazines bring together famous actor Aiden and normal working gal Nora. The two spend a long evening hiding out together and going through the NYT 36 questions to make you fall in love…do feelings truly develop? That’s for you to find out when you read this thoughtful book!

The best parts of the book were honestly when the two were reflecting and honestly answering the questions. It was the first opportunity either of them had to really do that introspection and find a chance to be vulnerable, and it was enthralling to read! The only disappointing part of the book was how quickly that all wrapped up and we had to deal with the separation, but at least we had the dual POV to see both sides of how they handled being apart post-revelations!

What a fantastic debut! Thank you so much to June Kaye and NetGalley for a chance to read this in exchange for an honest review!

37 Questions by June Kaye, is an adorable rom-com. I loved the characters Nora and Aiden. Their chemistry and banter, so good. The way they went about the characters getting to know each other via a questionnaire was a really good direction, what better way for two people stuck inside during a storm to break the ice, move past shyness and get to know each other, a way to ask deep tough questions. Perfection!

The story was overall a really enjoyable read, an excellent debut novel and look forward to future books from Ilana & Alessandra (June Kaye)

✨ Disclaimer ✨ I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley and this is my honest review. Thank you to NetGalley & 8th Note Press for the chance to read and review this book.

37 Questions by June Kaye is a delightful, heartfelt rom-com that effortlessly blends humor, romance, and emotional depth. Nora is a woman trying to juggle the demands of her corporate job, a complicated personal life, and the aftermath of a regrettable hookup with a colleague who turns out to be taken. As if that weren't enough, a tornado warning forces Nora to hunker down alone with some wine and a book—until a handsome British man unexpectedly shows up at her door, needing shelter.

Aiden is trying to keep a low profile. After achieving celebrity status by starring in a string of successful films, he’s weary of being recognized everywhere he goes. When Nora doesn’t recognize him, he’s secretly relieved. He’s able to escape the pressures of his fame, at least for a little while, and enjoy the rare opportunity to be treated like a normal person. What begins as an awkward, practical arrangement to wait out the storm turns into an evening full of genuine connection. Nora and Aiden, bored and looking for something to pass the time, start answering questions from a silly magazine quiz. But what starts as light banter quickly deepens into a series of meaningful, vulnerable conversations, and before long, they’re sharing their hopes, dreams, and fears.

The chemistry between Nora and Aiden is irresistible, and June Kaye does a fantastic job of letting their connection unfold naturally. The balance between humor and vulnerability makes their growing relationship feel both fresh and real. Nora, who’s trying to figure out where her career is taking her while processing her past mistakes, is an instantly relatable character. And Aiden, with his struggles to balance his fame with his true self, is both charming and complex. Watching them open up to each other as they spend more time together is a joy, and the emotional stakes rise as the storm clears and Nora’s world is turned upside down by the truth about who Aiden really is.

37 Questions is a perfect read for fans of witty, character-driven romances. June Kaye brings the best of both worlds—fun and heart—into a story that is as thoughtful as it is entertaining. This book is a reminder that sometimes the best connections happen when you least expect them, and it’s the quiet, honest moments that truly change everything. With its combination of humor, vulnerability, and heart, 37 Questions is a charming, feel-good story that will leave you with a smile on your face and warmth in your heart. If you’re looking for a romance that’s as genuine as it is funny, this one is not to be missed.

This book had a great potential and was very promising, however, I’m sorry to say it was boring for me. I wasn’t interested in the characters or their relationship. I didn’t see their chemistry, and I had this constant feeling that the female main character was just trying too hard. The jokes weren’t funny and the book in itself was very slow for me.

Still, good luck to the author. I guess it just really wasn’t for me.

Thank you for providing an arc in exchange for an honest review.

📚37 questions: June Kaye
This book was a quick read, and I loved the beginning, I'm not the biggest fan of 3rd person POV but the characters were really intriguing, however the second half of the book felt both dragged out and rushed (don't ask me how, I don't know).
Overall I did like it, Aiden and Nora are very endearing and complex characters, but the plot was a bit lacking...
Tropes
- Stormed in
-Forced proximity
-celebrity romance
- British mmc
- Brazilian fmc meet cute
*Thank you NetGalley for an arc of this book in exchange for my honest review!

not a huge fan of this one, it was really difficult to get into. i loved the movie twisters and i love the before sunrise movie series so i don't know why i could not get into this one.

When I read the premise, I immediately wanted to pick this up. It sounded like a different take on a celebrity romance which intrigued me. However I felt the pacing was too slow and I needed more chemistry between the MMCs.

I liked the idea of the questionnaire. It's a way for the characters to get to know each other. However it can feel info dumpy without much context to either character. Perhaps if we got more scenes of them before they get stuck together that would have helped. I think I wanted the characters to gain a deeper connection before they exchange trauma too. I think the romance just felt very surface level.

The pacing and tone also felt off. The last half of the book dragged, mostly due to the third-act breakup. It happened too early on or was not resolved quickly enough so the reader doesn't lose interest in the romance.

Overall, I liked the premise but the execution fell flat.