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3.69 AVERAGE
3.69 AVERAGE
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I loved every second of this slow burn ode to the concept of love being a verb. It had everything: fate, family dynamics, identity crises, light angst, humor, and is just all around a warm bath of a book.
slow-paced
Do you believe in fate? What happens when an artist believing in fate meets a scientist who doesn’t believe in fate? What are the odds of them finding each other again and again? Is that fate? Are they string mates according to the Chinese legend which states everyone is tied to their true love by the red string of fate? The Red String Theory by Lauren Kung Jessen will take you through fate, art, science, Chinese traditions, and above all a sweet love story that will warm your heart.
The story revolves around Roony an artist, who strongly believes in the Red String Theory which has inspired her to become an artist, an artist who uses red strings for her installations. She’s desperate to make a journey for herself to stop being overshadowed by her world-famous artist mother. Jack however doesn’t believe in fate. He’s a NASA scientist and relies on facts. He’s smart, handsome, and successful but not very social and is struggling towards building a successful career. They accidentally meet which unravels a series of events that ripple through making them meet each other again. This makes Roony question whether Jack is her string mate while Jack is trying his best not to fall in love with her. But they both keep falling for each other leaving us to wonder whether love is truly a work of fate.
Lauren’s stories are full of warmth and sunshine and make me feel like I belong. This one left me tearful and I cried when I finished. The character development, deep conversations, the settings, the uncertainty of fate, and love were beautifully woven together. I love how the story dives into Chinese culture and loved learning about it all. It made me think about life, fate, and decisions in a way I somehow never thought of before. The ending is so dreamy and heartbreaking at the same time. Beautifully written! Thank you for the joy you bring with your stories Lauren. What can I say except that I’d keep thinking about this book for a long while to come.
Readforever team, thank you so much for my ARC! All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The story revolves around Roony an artist, who strongly believes in the Red String Theory which has inspired her to become an artist, an artist who uses red strings for her installations. She’s desperate to make a journey for herself to stop being overshadowed by her world-famous artist mother. Jack however doesn’t believe in fate. He’s a NASA scientist and relies on facts. He’s smart, handsome, and successful but not very social and is struggling towards building a successful career. They accidentally meet which unravels a series of events that ripple through making them meet each other again. This makes Roony question whether Jack is her string mate while Jack is trying his best not to fall in love with her. But they both keep falling for each other leaving us to wonder whether love is truly a work of fate.
Lauren’s stories are full of warmth and sunshine and make me feel like I belong. This one left me tearful and I cried when I finished. The character development, deep conversations, the settings, the uncertainty of fate, and love were beautifully woven together. I love how the story dives into Chinese culture and loved learning about it all. It made me think about life, fate, and decisions in a way I somehow never thought of before. The ending is so dreamy and heartbreaking at the same time. Beautifully written! Thank you for the joy you bring with your stories Lauren. What can I say except that I’d keep thinking about this book for a long while to come.
Readforever team, thank you so much for my ARC! All thoughts and opinions are my own.
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Such a sweet story- it felt comfortable and familiar.
Loved the mixed-race Asian representation, and Chinese tradition woven in. The banter was silly and dorky- very much like how my friends and I interact.
I liked how Rooney and Jack had to navigate different belief systems and figure out a middle ground where their perspectives aligned. Also loved the supporting characters and how those relationships felt lived in as they acted as a sounding board for as the main characters navigated their individual career journeys and relationship together.
Loved the mixed-race Asian representation, and Chinese tradition woven in. The banter was silly and dorky- very much like how my friends and I interact.
I liked how Rooney and Jack had to navigate different belief systems and figure out a middle ground where their perspectives aligned. Also loved the supporting characters and how those relationships felt lived in as they acted as a sounding board for as the main characters navigated their individual career journeys and relationship together.
This dual POV book was so cool to listen to as an audiobook. It is the first time I listen to an audiobook where the female narrator performs ALL of female chatacter voices (even when it is his POV) and vice-versa. This method makes it feel like a conversation and doesn't make you cringe when a male narrator tries to perform a female voice.
If you've read/listened to the author's first book, Lunar Love, keep an eye out for a little Easter egg that interconnects the two books.
I liked the story, what each main character stranded for, and I liked their character growth. Unfortunately, I didn't feel a real deep connection between the two, and the story felt slow.
If you've read/listened to the author's first book, Lunar Love, keep an eye out for a little Easter egg that interconnects the two books.
I liked the story, what each main character stranded for, and I liked their character growth. Unfortunately, I didn't feel a real deep connection between the two, and the story felt slow.
hopeful
Red String Theory by Laura Kung Jessen was such a captivating and heartfelt read! I was really drawn into the story of fate, love, and the invisible strings that connect us all. The characters were incredibly well-developed, and I loved how their relationship unfolded.
The book features several romance tropes, including:
- Fate and destiny
- Slow burn romance
- Opposites attract
- Found family
- A touch of magical realism
I really enjoyed the way the author weaves together themes of destiny and choice. The writing style was fluid and immersive, making it easy to get lost in the world the author created.
While there were a few moments where I wished for a bit more pacing in the middle, overall, it didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the book. It’s a beautiful exploration of how we’re all connected, and it left me with a warm, hopeful feeling.
The book features several romance tropes, including:
- Fate and destiny
- Slow burn romance
- Opposites attract
- Found family
- A touch of magical realism
I really enjoyed the way the author weaves together themes of destiny and choice. The writing style was fluid and immersive, making it easy to get lost in the world the author created.
While there were a few moments where I wished for a bit more pacing in the middle, overall, it didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the book. It’s a beautiful exploration of how we’re all connected, and it left me with a warm, hopeful feeling.
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I loved being with Rooney and Jack, finding myself all the more hopeful for my own stringmate.