4.5 stars.

This was a beautifully tragic story. The description comps this to The Invisible Life of Addie Larue and How to Lose the Time War and I rarely think comps get it right, but these were spot on.

At about 80% of the way in, when you finally learn about the two star-crossed lovers lore, I made the comment, this is like looking both ways before crossing the street and then having a piano drop on your head. And that's a GREAT thing in this book's case because it made sense! It wasn't too out of left field, it wasn't some big "gotcha" moment, but it also wasn't expected.

Laura Steven, well done.

I truly appreciated the intriguing premise of this book; however, I found that Evelyn and Arden’s past lives together felt rather brief and underdeveloped, which left me longing for a deeper understanding of their relationship. I struggled to grasp the foundation of their love, as it felt more like it was told to me rather than shown through their experiences. I simply did not understand the “why” behind it. The only hint of an explanation came at the very end, and I can't help but wish that this aspect had been explored more fully—perhaps even in a novella of its own. I was also a bit letdown and underwhelmed once the reasoning for constantly having to kill each other was revealed.

beyond my criticisms, the writing was beautiful, filled with lyrical prose and the audiobook narrator really brought the story to life. i also found myself very invested in the family of her current life though i wish their dynamics and past together were also described a BIT more. i was rooting for her sister to live and her mother to not lose both her and Evelyn as her fate grew closer.

despite the slow pacing and bits i mentioned above, i still found this to be a lovely story though i’m not sure it would have been as compelling for me if not for the audio.

Oh I absolutely loved this. One of those books that impacted and affected me in ways I was not expecting in the slightest. While this is being compared to a few others, the story felt wholly fresh and unique and left me wanting so much more.

Evelyn and Arden had an electric chemistry in every life and I love how their love extended beyond any constraint one would typically expect. I don’t want to give too much away in reviewing this for the sake of allowing other reads the same experience I had but to sum it up simply I adored this book. I am so thrilled to have been able to review it early and am so excited for Laura Steven’s adult release later this year.


Absolutely loved the audio. The narrator’s voice was like butter and added so much emotion to Evelyn and Arden’s experiences.

Thank you NetGalley & Macmillan Audio for the advance audiobook.

Probably a 2.75⭐. I thought about rating it a solid 3 but when I *really* think about it, the things I liked about about it are mostly conceptual. Overall, did I ENJOY myself reading about this romance? Not really. It's hard for me to care about a couple's love story when it's something I'm TOLD over and over again, rather than shown it. Dozens and dozens of lifetimes in flashback chapters and I'm not SHOWN them falling in love, or even why they fall in love in each one. They're just fated to be, drawn to each other even as at least one of them tries to avoid it.

The most frustrating thing about it is we never know WHY Arden has to kill Evelyn before they turn 18 until literally past the 80% mark. Which means I spend most of the time disliking this person who still goes through with killing their soulmate whom they're supposed to love despite her BEGGING for her life, or at least begging for the reason. And it's infuriating that he refuses to tell her because he ~wants to protect her~, that she's better off not knowing. I haaate this kind of bullshit reason because Evelyn isn't a little kid; she's his equal and deserves to be informed on why her life and agency are being robbed like this. And when you finally know the Reason, I seriously think it was NOT better for her to remain ignorant. She would've been saved on so much anguish throughout the centuries.

A far more engaging plot would be Evelyn knowing the Reason early enough so they can spend the rest of the book trying to break the cycle in each lifetime. Maybe then at least I can buy into their Epic Love Story Through the Ages.

Individually, they're fine enough characters...mostly. I didn't mind Evelyn being the POV we follow throughout. I only stopped disliking Arden once I know why he kills her every time; I've reached towards a more neutral feeling towards him. Now what I did really like about OIF is that they're not guaranteed to be reincarnated in the same gender in every lifetime. Sometimes both are girls; sometimes boys. At the very least, I'm down for love that transcends bodies and gender identities.

The Reason behind their constant cycle of reincarnation & Arden having to kill Evelyn actually intrigues me and I thought it was totally wild! I just hate that it's known so late in the game because it was a huge source of frustration otherwise.

Aside from telling us 99999 times that these two are in love, I will say I like Laura Steven's prose. Lots of deep, introspective passages about love in all its forms (not just romantic, since Evelyn forms deep connections in every lifetime) and life in general, that some people might start to find pretentious or boring, but I felt it nicely fits the theme of love between two immortals.

Audiobook-wise, I'm not the biggest fan of Sofia Oxenham's narration, because it really didn't feel like a romantic story with how she reads it.

This book hooked me from the beginning and was solid all the way through, with a superb ending as well. This is one of the best books I have read this year so far, its original and unique, its mysterious and beautiful. I loved the characters, the love story, the magic, the poetry, the back and forth timelines, the ending, the beginning, just all of it.

The narrator was also fantastic, highly recommend.

Thank you to MacMillan Audio and NetGalley for an early listening copy.

Laura Steven tells of a sweaping tale of two-starcrossed lovers, in their journey being reincarnated across centuries. Evelyn and Arden have been circling each other, from their first deaths on their wedding night, when Arden murdered Evelyn, to current day, where Evelyn is despearate to finally live past her 18th birthday, so that she may help save her younger sister. Evelyn remembers every single lifetime, but has never gathered why Arden kills her in each lifetime, or why they always fall in love in each timeline. In the days leading up to her 18th birthday, Evelyn is desparate to evade the curse and finally receive answers.

This book had a lot of hype to fufill in it's compairsons to "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue" and "Divine Rivals", but the hype is justified, as the writing and characterization are incredibly well done. I admire how Laura Steven cared not for gender in Evelyn and Arden's reincarnations, and how she developed each character.

Our Infinite Fates had one of the most unique YA fantasy concepts I’ve read in a long time - a 17 year old who remembers her past 1,000 years of lives and the soul who has hunted down and killed her in every single one. I was skeptical about the concept of loving your eternal murderer, but this story was so beautifully written and truly made me fall in love with Evelyn and Arden. This was truly a perfect standalone fantasy!

The narrator did a fabulous job bringing Evelyn to life!

I absolutely loved this book!! Our Infinite Fates by Laura Steven is a mesmerizing exploration of destiny, choice, and the interconnectedness of human lives. The novel weaves together the stories of multiple characters, each facing pivotal moments that will shape their futures. Steven's writing is both elegant and evocative, drawing readers into the intricate web of relationships and events that define the narrative.

The characters are richly developed, with their individual struggles and triumphs resonating deeply. Steven excels at creating a sense of place, with vivid descriptions that bring the setting to life. The themes of fate and free will are thoughtfully examined, prompting readers to reflect on their own lives and paths they chose.

One of the most compelling aspects of the book is its ability to balance the personal with the universal, making it both intimate and expansive. The pacing is well-crafted, maintaining a steady rhythm that keeps readers engaged. Steven's prose is lyrical, adding a layer of beauty to the storytelling.

Laura Steven has created a remarkable work that is sure to captivate and inspire. I highly recommend this book to fans of literary fiction that delves into the complexities of the human experience.

Thank you to NetGalley and Wednesday books for the advance copy in exchange for my honest review. These opinions are my own.

Wow. Our infinite Fates by @laurasteven was phenomenal. I love how she told so many different stories throughout time that were not only incredibly intriguing, but historically accurate. It was like taking a walk through all of the brutal paths of the world, but shining a light on those stories as well. Telling a tragic love story through time was a bold choice but man, it works. If I were to sum this up in one sentence for those of you who like to go into books blind, it is like Addie Larue’s older sister meets Romeo and Juliet. Only... She is cursed to kill the man she loves every 18 years. Reincarnation after reincarnation over a thousand years. I am impressed at the research Laura did to make this book historically accurate for the stories in which the many timelines fell.

AND THAT PLOT TWIST?!? 💀

What is your favorite story that takes you through time?

This is my favorite. Make sure to pick this up later this year!

And a big huge thank you to @wednesdaybooks for the lovely arc!

I would like to thank NetGalley and MacMillan Audio for allowing me to listen to an advance audiobook copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

This book was promoted as "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue meets This is How You Lose The Time War in this fantastical love story that defies death as two souls reincarnate through the centuries" and that had me both interested and excited to read (listen to) this one! I love, love, LOVED Addie LaRue and was expecting to enjoy this book. And I LOVED it!

Our Infinite Fates is a hauntingly, achingly beautiful love story across time. Evelyn has lived countless lifetimes in many different bodies (male, female, other?) but is killed in each iteration of her life by Arden, who is also always in a different body. They have -- for an unknown reason until the end -- been bound together by fate and cursed to kill each other before the age of 18. In the current lifetime Evelyn is living, she is nearing her 18th birthday, and awaiting an operation that will help save her sister, Gracie who is battling leukemia. But it's a race against time for her to both get the operation and also figure out who Arden is this time before he kills her.

This story is so amazing and poetic. The audiobook in particular, narrated by the talented Sofia Oxenham, brings through the lyrical and sensational prose, and the undercurrents of love, longing, and loss. It was truly captivating, evocative and powerful. I enjoyed how the story was told in an alternating timeline, with chapters taking the reader back into the past iterations in history and how they played out. I loved the character development and the unexpected twists and turns. The pacing was very good, and the complex topics are toned appropriately for a range of audiences while still allowing the emotion and pain to carry through.

I will 1000% be recommending this book to EVERYONE!!! It was SO GOOD!! Easily one of the best books I've read in 2025 so far. I am pretty stingy when it comes to giving out 5-stars, but this book definitely deserves it! I highly recommend adding it to your TBR, especially if you enjoy YA, Sci-Fi & Fantasy and/or Romance. Whether you choose the audiobook, digital, or print version, you won't be disappointed!

Releasing March 4th

This was not my normal style of book. With that being said, I think it will be a great option for people who love this genre. I thought it was clever and interesting with a unique plot.

A beautifully written tale spanning time with a unique storyline and characters you want to know. The pacing was slow for me personally which at times matched the atmosphere in this story but when it didn’t it felt repetitive. My favorite moments were found lost in the backstory of their past lives, I loved their history which always ended far sooner than I’d of liked. I wanted to know Evelyn and Arden much more intimately than I was able to by the end. The writing was stunning, the concept and the characters were full of potential but in the end I wanted to feel their love for each other more, I felt like I was missing that piece to draw me into their story.

Truth be told, I didn’t know what to expect. I tend to go into some of these stories somewhat blindly. Not paying attention to reviews. I’m absolutely glad I did. This story was FANTASTIC. The narrator captivated me from the start. I was enthralled by the basis of it all.

Immediately I was consumed in the world of these two characters. The many lives they lived and the stories of their past and present selves. This book was darn near perfect. I felt all sorts of emotions throughout it all. I wa invested. The ending was so poetic, I didn’t see it coming.

Thanks so much NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the ALC.

firstly, thank you to the publisher for an arc and an alc!

♾️ stars (see what i did there?)

gahhh this simultaneously comforted and hurt me, but obviously in the best ways. as a hopeless romantic, the idea of the red string of fate/soulmates is something i hopelessly long for, and the way laura steven writes it is fascinating.

i think, what i loved most about this depiction of finding your other half across lifetimes, was the fact that love is not gendered. in the multiple lives evelyn and arden live, they are both male and female, but do not necessarily identify as either male or female. they simply are, and love the other for their soul, not their gender identity.

as for the audio, the narrator did a fanastic job.

UGH AND THAT ENDING!! i will be thinking of it, and of course this book, forever.

I completely understand why it's mentioned as for fans of Addie Larue. If you like Addie Larue you MUST read this book because I truly think you'll love it. All the same vibes are there.
I was hooked from the very beginning until the last page. I had theories and I was so far off it's crazy, this book has multiple great twists that truly will blow your mind even when you're sure you know what is going on.
The angst is there and you will absolutely feel it, the longing, the sadness... the hope.
I loved our main character, though I struggled a little to relate to her love for this being who is killing her and betraying her over and over. I wish we'd seen a little more conflict on that, but I get that was not the point of the story.
I absolutely loved that we got to see the flashbacks of their previous lives and deaths, it really added SO MUCH to the characters and their relationship.
The only thing I really can say I didn't like was the age of the characters. The characters purposefully

felt older because of how many lives they've lived. Not a single moment did they feel like teenagers and to be honest, I never once imagined them as such, I kinda aged them up during the whole book without meaning to.
Not only that, but the book itself and the writing, the pov from the main character, does not feel YA. So I wished they'd just aged them up, I think it would have added a lot more, and would not affect anything negatively but the opposite.

When it comes to the ending, I expected an open, bittersweet ending, and that's exactly what I got. Like I said, if you like Addie, this will be right up your alley. Still, I did still hope for a happier, closer ending and... I wish I had that but that's just because it's my preference. This book is insanely good.

I liked getting to know the many iterations of Evelyn and Arden throughout the book, especially seeing how they retained certain character traits regardless of their different life circumstances, place in time, location, or even gender. Instead of enemies to lovers, we get lovers forced to be enemies (but also, still lovers?). I have some unanswered questions about the ending (or more specifically about some of the laws that govern their world, honestly), but I also felt like it gave the right amount of closure.

While I liked the audiobook, I found the narrator was put in the tricky position of keeping a consistent voice for the two main characters even as those characters transformed from life to life. She stuck to a feminine voice for Evelyn and a more masculine voice for Arden even in lives where that didn’t match their characters. This took away from the idea that their souls transcended any specific form or gender, but I also understand that it made for easier reading to have the voices stay consistent between lives. This is less a critique of the narrator and more an acknowledgment that some elements of a book are hard to translate into audio format.

Needing to remind myself occasionally that this is a fantasy, I was surprised how much I enjoyed this book. Mainly saying that because even though I knew the storyline is fanatical, I questioned a few things throughout. But I overlooked all that because this was so much fun to get into. This would definitely be a great book if you're dipping your toes into the fantasy genre, which was me for sure.

Evelyn and Arden were great characters and because the author wrote them well enough and affable enough, anything they did was fun to read even though at times it was a little offbeat. I don't want to spoil too much, but I kept picturing the author planning out the storyline and the basis of the immortal narrative that I had to stop questioning the logistics of some events. I had to think - just enjoy the relationship between Evelyn and Arden because the book was so full and great that questioning things would just put the halt in the enjoyment of the book. Sometimes that could ruin the tone, but not with this one, this was worth the overlooking.

And that cover. Wow! So gorgeous. Definitely drew me in. And the narration was amazing.

Pub date: March 4, 2025

Thank you to NetGalley and MacMillan Audio for an audio copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

Thank you to Wednesday Books and Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

“Our Infinite Fates” is a beautiful tapestry of grief, betrayal, and steadfast love woven across time. Evelyn and Arden come off the page with the depth and intensity of their emotions. Love is a central theme in the story and Evelyn is overflowing with it, not only for their soulmate but for every single person in all of their lives. Laura Steven also paints an evoking metaphor of genderfluidity and pansexuality in historical and modern context. “Our Infinite Fates” is a thought-provoking story that will stay with you and make you wonder who you were in a past life.

Sofia Oxenham is the most perfect narrator for this story, with her steady pace and emotive voice. I will listen to anything Oxenham narrates for the rest of my life.

character development, longing, and angst. The dialogue about loss, family, and belonging was expertly done, and the romance was incredibly profound and sincere. loved it! great narration!

This was beautiful. It was the combination of Divine Rivals meets This is How You Lose the Time War and had the ages not been mentioned this could easily have worked as new adult or even adult. It was whimsical, tragic, and hopeful. Some of the most beautiful prose. I would love to have a poetry companion of all of the notebooks that Arden filled.