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The One Before The One
Emma Cooper
Publication Date: January 31st, 2025
Boldwood Books
320 Pages
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Genres: Women’s Fiction | Romance
This is my first read by the author but it definitely won’t be my last because it was such a different take on the time travel romance trope and I loved it. It was nothing like I expected in a very good way. This will be a pretty vague review so as not to spoil anything because it was just so much more than a romance. It deals with a couple of heavy issues that have to do with mental health both of which aren’t in literature very often and I appreciate that. If you’re looking for a heart-fluttering romance this isn’t that book. The author seamlessly wove a tale from multiple points of view and numerous timelines.
I did enjoy the character of Mac and his relationship and the time he spent bonding with his visitor, the banter was charming and humorous. I just wish there was a more in-depth backstory of Liv and James’ relationship as well as in the current timeline. I loved the descriptive prose of the countryside, the author knows her stuff. The twist really surprised me and that rarely happens. The short chapters had me flipping pages furiously and nonstop. This was a captivating story of romance, a bit of mystery and a lot of time travel was a thoroughly enjoyable read.
Many thanks to my Goodreads friend Heather for bringing this book to my attention her review can be found HERE .
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the Advance Readers Copy.
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