A review by dlrosebyh
Written In The Stars by Alexandria Bellefleur

lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Darcy Lowell is determined to stop her well-intentioned brother from acting as a matchmaker after a terrible blind date. The last thing she wants is love and the ensuing heartbreak. She lies and claims that her most recent set up was successful. Darcy doesn't anticipate getting bit by her lie.

One of the astrologers behind the well-known Twitter account Oh My Stars, Elle Jones, has a desire of meeting her true partner. But she is certain that it is not Darcy. A straight-talking stick in the mud who is far too analytical, reliable, and doubtful for someone as impulsive as Elle. Elle is perplexed when Darcy's brother—also her new business partner—expresses his happiness that they clicked. Was Darcy there on the date?

Elle complies when Darcy wants her to act like they're dating. However, there are some restrictions: Darcy must assist Elle in navigating her own demanding family over the holidays, and their agreement ends on New Year's Eve. They don't anticipate having genuine sentiments while in a fake relationship. But perhaps when genuine love is preordained by the stars, opposites can attract?

I adored elle, and I thought Darcy was so relatable. I really adored the supporting cast of characters. There were some plot holes, particularly with regard to their family. I wish I had seen more of their backstory. The supporting cast members were likewise quite well rounded. I had a strong attachment to them. It was executed pretty successfully in terms of plot. However, I still believe that it is more character-driven.

I wouldn't say I loved this book, but it was enjoyable anyway. It was cozy, predictable, and even creepy. I was thrown off a lot because there were just too many pop culture references. There were obviously more serious topics to explore, such as poisonous family connections and divorce, despite everything being so sweet and fluffy. I suppose I enjoyed the book for what it was.
Expand filter menu Content Warnings