This book is a college romance that is a clean read with a Christian emphasis. I appreciated that the author tackled real-life issues that teens/young adults face, but did so with a Christian world-view. I will definitely recommend for my HS daughter to read! This is perfect for people looking for a lovely romance that will point them to seek God for wisdom. 4-stars! I also had the pleasure of listening to this on audio and loved that the author read it herself, which is always a win for me. Thank you Netgalley and publisher for the ARCs!

Thanks Netgalley for the ARC👌🏽☺💥

This book offers a refreshing🌊 take on Christian romance😘, it's definitely different compared to the traditional historical setting⛪.

Though there are lots references to movies and books🎭, the initial connection💞💫 I felt with the story seemed to fade a bit halfway through. But, I'm still excited😝🎉 for more.

This book was cute - I was desperate for an audibook and ended up with this - the narrator reads a lot of self help Christian books so switching to reading this book helped me to finish it. It’s cute but very religious - obviously.

Thanks NetGalley for letting me read and review

First and foremost, thanks to Netgalley for providing a free ebook for my review; all opinions are my own.

One reason I've never given a romance 5 stars is that the tension often feels contrived. As readers, we know our two MCs are going to end up together, and the back-and-forth of "will they" or "won't they?" often feels manufactured and cliche. This book, while not perfect, has managed to avoid that.

Anything touches beautifully on the challenges of PTSD and trauma. For being a comedy, it was surprisingly touching. The content was emotionally balanced. The book wasn't so dark or depressing that it was hard to read but it handled sensitive topics in a way that was both respectful and appealing to readers.

The references in this book are amazing; Kristina Welch clearly has great taste in entertainment. The pacing was spot-on, another aspect I believe romances tend to fall short on. The plot structure wasn't especially intriguing, but it wasn't inherently bad. My biggest issue with this book was the prose from Levi's point of view. Romances are meant to be indulgent reads, but viewing Kit and Levi's relationship from his perspective landed as more sappy/borderline cringy than swoony.

That being said, this is a solid read. It's perfect for Christian readers looking for a clean romance. Yes, it can come across as a cheesy read, but it's still entertaining, fun, and even thought-provoking. 7/10 stars

I was super intrigued to see this book on NetGalley! A contemporary Christian YA romance novel? Yes please!

'Anything' is one of the purest love stories I've read! Kristina Welch’s writing is wildly entertaining and yet beautifully emotional. We need more modern novels like this, that dive into the real struggles adolescents face while showing dependence on God! Specifically, following Kit's journey to trust God amidst anxiety prompts me to cry out to God when I face similar panic.

I highly recommend this to any fan of contemporary romance who either already loves the Lord or is curious about how following Him can bring hope and healing to all of life! I am so looking forward to the rest of this series! Kristina does a great job of focusing in on the dynamic main characters while hinting at the interesting side characters enough that I’d love to read about any of them in a future book.

Special thanks to Kristina Welch and NetGalley for a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

"Anything" is a well-written story that addresses significant topics, making it relevant for readers of all backgrounds—whether they identify with a faith or not. It explores the challenges and nuances of navigating friendships and romantic relationships in our modern world, which is a subject many can relate to. The book offers thoughtful commentary and raises important questions that resonate with today’s social and personal dynamics.

That said, despite its strengths, something about the execution felt off for me. While I appreciated the themes and the effort the author put into crafting the story, I struggled to stay engaged. The narrative lacked the spark or depth that would have drawn me in more fully. The characters and their interactions, while well-written, didn’t quite evoke the emotional connection I was hoping for.

Although the book had its moments, overall, it left me feeling underwhelmed. It’s clear the author had good intentions and a meaningful message, but the delivery fell short of making a lasting impression. For this reason, I’m giving it 2 ⭐.