A review by chai_and_books
The Soulmate Theory by Sarah A. Bailey

emotional hopeful sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

 If 'Midnight Rain' by Taylor Swift was a book, it would be this book. This story followed two childhood best friends, Carter and Penelope who reunite after many years at a public school both of them teach at, after Penelope left to study at Oxford University, in the UK. It was a nice friends to strangers to lovers, second chance romance. What I loved most about the book was hos it handled Penelope's story during the time she was studying at Oxford. The story highlighted her helplessness as she adjusted to a new environment, ultimately leading her to make the decisions she did. Carter was fun, spontaneous and the perfect yin to Penelope's yang. I do think the drama between the two at the end was unnecessary, but overall it was an enjoyable read.