juliaegreene's reviews
755 reviews

Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross

3.5

Ana María and the Fox by Liana De la Rosa

3.0

Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross

adventurous dark tense medium-paced

4.25

Sinner's Isle by Angela Montoya

adventurous mysterious medium-paced

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

3.25

love the premise and vibes of this. the writing was a bit cheesey and stiff at times, especially with the language (i read this physically but am very curious about the audio with all the spanish). the action was super fun to read! i think there's a lot more to be done in the world, so i hope this isn't a standalone, but there's no sign that there's another book coming (isobel book would be so good angela ....). the commentary on women's autonomy and power was super interesting and done well for a YA book. was very insta-lovey which was kinda eh but i can forgive it considering the short timeline and soulmate stuff. 

The Duke Gets Even by Joanna Shupe

3.25

The Pairing by Casey McQuiston

2.5

First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

 i just read my favorite book of 2025 in august of 2024. b.k. borison has cemented herself as a must-read romance author with first-time caller!! when i tell you this book is a Romantic Comedy, i mean it so seriously. i was actually laughing out loud every few pages because the writing is sparkling and fresh and perfect. the characters feel very true and well-rounded - i loved aiden and lucie separately and together. borison writes their fears and passions and quirks in a way that makes everything feel so real as you're reading. the banter is fun, the conversations are meaningful, the physical scenes are hot and the connection is genuine. absolutely adored the radio show storyline and all of the radio transcripts in between chapters. each of the supporting characters are delightful (especially maya!!) and make the story extra vibrant. and yes i did tear up reading the acknowledgements! everyone who loves rom coms please read this (and then be my best friend) <3

thank you thank you thank you to berkley and netgalley for the eARC :* 

This Spells Love by Kate Robb

3.5

The Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love by India Holton

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot

4.0

Adam and Evie's Matchmaking Tour by Nora Nguyen

3.0

 this one just wasn't for me :/ i thought the premise was interesting and the tour was cool, but i can't get with insta-love and had a hard time connecting with/understanding the characters.