First of all, thank you to Sarah Ready and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced audio book of this story.

Because it was an audio book, it took a little bit to adjust to the tangents and footnotes; I feel like there may have been pictures or graphs or something in the book version for these, that I missed out on through the audio, but it doesn't take away from the story at all.

This book had me hooked from the beginning. I spent every moment I could listening to the book; while getting ready for work, during the news, while at work (shhh). I usually am not a personal that picks up stories that feature magic, but the description of this book had me knowing I needed to read this.

The book was 95% narrated by Kelsey Navarro Foster, and she did an amazing job portraying the characters and I felt like she could have really been Serena talking. The voice for Henry, James Anderson Foster, to me was too rough and aged for what I had envisioned of Henry, but over all it was great narrating.

Much thanks to Sarah Ready; W.W. Crown, an Imprint of Swift and Lewis Publishing, LLC; and NetGalley for allowing me to listen to a free eaudio ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed Switched. Henry and Serena were both mostly likeable and sympathetic, though really not all that relatable, at least to me. I didn't care for Serena's supposed promiscuity, and I had trouble marrying quiet, serious, neat freak Henry with someone who would participate in pretty ridiculous pranks (leaving his brother in a boat drunk, naked, and without oars? I don't think that's funny).

It did feel like Ready had no idea what to do with the couple after switching them. I'd put money on it being one of those times the writer had a great idea for starting a book but didn't think through the rest of the plot. Logic would suggest that the characters would bury themselves in science until they had all the answers, that kinda being their jobs, but instead they take off to socialize and get to know each other better. Because romance. And what are the best and most cliche ways to do that? A wedding and a near death, obvi. Just ask any romance author.

Despite that, though, I did enjoy the book. Took me a little while to finish since I wasn't super invested, but a good time nonetheless.

OMG I finished this book several days ago, and I still am struggling writing a review because so many thoughts and feelings are facing in my head. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with both an audiobook ARC and a digital ARC of the book.

This rom com story surrounds Serena and Henry, two physicists living and working in Geneva. Besides working together, they are complete opposites - but after an electrical storm, the two swapped bodies. Hilariously awkward, the two try to navigate each other’s personal lives while also trying to switch back.

As an audiobook, it took me a bit to adjust to Serena’s tangents, mostly surrounding physics, but I soon found it not only endearing, but also informative. I was so sad when I finished this audiobook - though I basically listened to it nonstop for two days straight. I would listen it driving to work, to the grocery store, even while doing chores all around my house. I was transfixed and transported to the lives of Serena and Henry. Not only that, I then requested the digital ARC so I could tandem read and look at any images and graphs that the author added.

I am not typically a fan of blonde and cinnamon-bun MMC’s, but how can you not fall in love with Henry Joules? This story had so many layers, intersecting the personal relationships of the main characters with the relationship development between Henry and Ducky. My only wish is that we got more of Henry’s POV in order to experience more of his character development. On that note, Kelsey Navarro Foster did a wonderful job at narrating Serena’s POV (and I’m not just biased because we share the same name), but James Anderson Foster’s voice felt a bit too aged for me to envision him as Henry. Serena’s growth through these experiences is exponential, and I loved the normalization of women in STEM being criticized for balancing romantic relationships and career independence. Usually, sweet reads like this give me a toothache, but this one was a perfect balance of romance, comedy, growth, understanding and hope. I especially appreciated the author’s reference to our “glasses” affecting our word experiences (IYKYK).

Although magic realism isn't my usual choice, the description of Sarah Ready's Switched convinced me to give it a chance. It is hard to choose a favorite aspect off this book. From the intelligent woman in STEM FMC to the Freaky Friday body switch to the spicy love scenes, I couldn't stop listening to this fun and funny romance. Ready's book really makes the reader think about how different relationships can look from the other person's perspective.

Kelsey Navarro Foster and James Anderson Foster are fantastic narrators bringing the lovable Serena Otaki and Henry Joules to life. Thank you NetGalley and W.W. Crown for the opportunity to listen to this book in exchange for an honest review.

Switched by Sarah Ready, narrated by Kelsey Navarro Foster, is a delightful blend of romance, humor, and a touch of science fiction. Serena Otaki, a carefree Californian physicist, and Henry Joule, an uptight Brit with a penchant for creating black holes, seem like an unlikely pair until an electric storm at the Large Hadron Collider switches their bodies.

Ready's writing is engaging, and Kelsey Navarro Foster's narration adds charm to the characters. Serena's free-spirited nature and Henry's meticulous personality create a dynamic and entertaining contrast. As they navigate their switched bodies, the story unfolds with witty dialogue and hilarious situations, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read.

The author skillfully explores the complexities of love and relationships, using the sci-fi element to delve into the deeper aspects of human connection. The plot moves at a perfect pace, keeping readers invested until the very end. Switched is a heartwarming and feel-good novel that leaves you pondering the true nature of love.

Sarah Ready's exceptional character development allows readers to connect with Serena and Henry on a personal level. The unexpected connection between these two characters, brought about by a twist of fate, makes for a compelling narrative. Switched is not just a love story but a celebration of the magic that can happen when two seemingly different worlds collide.

Headline: Freaky Friday with reluctant soulmates. Cute, Funny, and Smart

Serena, a free-spirited, chaotic American and Henry, a buttoned-up, workaholic Brit are two physicists who find themselves working together in Geneva at The Large Hadron Collider (CERN). Serena and Henry have a magical night together, but it turns out it was a mistake. They realize they're too different for a relationship, and love doesn't seem possible for them. A strange event during an electric storm at the particle collider causes them to switch bodies—Serena is now in Henry's body, and Henry is in Serena's. Subsequently, the intricacies of both life and love get way more complicated.

I was so pleasantly surprised by this story. I honestly couldn't put it down and was so captivated by the characters and how Sarah Ready made it seem so possible and realistic. This is the second in a series, but I have not read the first and it seems they do not have to be read in the order of publication. The female narrator is so talented and brought this book to life. She was a perfect match for this love story and writing style. Romance + STEM is becoming one of my favorite genres and I am so glad to see more and more getting the recognition they deserve.

Wow! I was not so sure about this book at first. It did keep me engaged and it made me laugh out loud. However, the more I listened, the more I fell in love with this book. How she was able to keep everything straight and not get confusing is a talent in its own. Who was feeling what and in what body. My most treasured part of this book was the overall message. It is so beautiful and so real. I feel so much could learn from this book. I am not going to lie....I may have shed a tear or five.

Switched sucked me in and I finished it in one day.

The story of Serena and Henry and their body switch isn't unique - clearly it has been done many times as a movie, but this is my very first time reading it in a book, and in a romance!

Things I loved:
• Serena's unapologetic geekiness (yay, Star Trek)
• The peppering of fun science facts throughout
• The slow burn (after a one night stand of course) of two people learning each other and understanding each others' idiosyncracies

I liked Sarah Ready's last one in this series, and loved this one too. Ready writes amazingly unique books that you just can't put down.

I like that this was a partner book to Ghosted and we still get the same imaginary (but feels real) experience. I liked Serena, but I didn’t love her like I have other S.R. characters, and it could be that she’s so put off by love and then her switch seemed all of a sudden, not a gradual learning. I can’t 100% pinpoint why I just didn’t connect with her. Henry was adorable and I enjoyed his quirkiness. Comparing to other Sarah Ready books I’ve read, this one didn’t send me on the same emotional roller coaster, but it was still an enjoyable read and I’ll still auto-read Sarah Ready books in the future.

“Serena, I’d like it very much if we could switch back before next month.”

I did this one as an audiobook. The narrators were excellent, as always.

I didn’t realize this was a STEM themed book, which I don’t usually enjoy but it’s Sarah Ready who I love so I figured I’d stick with it. I know STEM is all the rage these day but it’s just not something I typically enjoy. However, if anyone could get me to STEM dabble it’s Sarah Ready. This one was fun once I got myself used to who was who and in which body 🤣😂😂

I laughed so hard at her description of Henry in the butterfly négligée and when he had to deal with a monthly lady issue 🤣😂

Sarah has a true gift for writing well rounded and well developed characters.

Read this if you like:

⚛️Freaky Friday Vibes
🧪Star Trek
⚛️STEM
🧪Genuinely good cast of characters

Thank you so much to @netgalley and W,W, Crown Publishing for the chance to review Switched by Sarah Ready. I read Ghosted (also by Ready) and absolutely loved it, so I was excited to get to read Serena's story! Serena is a brilliant phycisist who meets an amazing man, Henry, They have one fantastic night that feels like falling in love... Serena made the choice years ago that she would never choose a partner over her love of science. So, she lets him go. They begin to work together and one night, at the Hadron Collider, the atoms are all mixed up.... and they switch bodies! Can they make it back to themselves?

This was a super cute take on Freaky Friday that was nerdy and angsty, but funny. Henry was the best curmudgeon who is looking for love.

Kelsey Navarro Foster and James Anderson Foster were fabulous as narrators, This was really a tall order because of the body switching and accents. Truly, a wonderful job!

When our reluctant to love FMC turns her back on romance, love has other plans. A romance with a magical "Freaky Friday" twist that will make you laugh out loud.

This was amazing. As soon as I saw this I literally jumped for joy and devoured in within a day. This series is chef's kiss!

I loved this book!! As a women in stem, I might be a tiny bit biased. I enjoyed Sarah Ready's first book in this series, Ghosted, but I loved this one! This book will have you giggling while you watch Serena and Henry navigate life... swapped. Serena and Henry are perfect together and easily one of my favorite book couples ever. If you're in the mood for a fun, light hearted, Freaky Friday-ish, romcom story, I 10/1o recommend this one. You don't need to read Ghosted prior. as it follows her bestfriends love story but I still recommend it.

The narrators, Kelsey Navarro ad James Foster, were great! Perfect for this book.

Thank you to NetGalley, W.W. Crown and Imprint of Swift & Lewis Publishng, LLC, and Sarah Ready for the audio-arc!

Freaky Friday but make it a romance! I was so excited when I saw a new Sarah Ready book pop up on here. She is my QUEEN! Ghosted was one of my favorite books of 2023 so I knew I would love this one! Serena and Henry meet and have one amazing night but work and fear of losing herself to love makes Serena pull away. 2 years later, an unexpected event happens that causes Serena and Henry to switch bodies. Now they are forced to live as each other and over time understand each other better. If you are a fan of Freaky Friday you will definitely love this! Serena frustrated me so much at times but just stick with it because everything will make sense later on! I love love and this book scratched that itch for me.

dnf at 20%, first the good things:
the narration is good, the premise sounds interesting, I like that it‘s set in Switzerland which is a change of location for once compared to some other romances and there is a multi-cultural cast of characters so far

Unfortunately, this just didn‘t work for me:
I am constantly „eye-rolling“ because
1. the FMC talks to the reader directly at certain points (usually this wouldn’t bother me but I find her a bit cringe)
2. I just don‘t understand why she thinks that she has to choose between her career and a life partner just because she has seen SOME people lose themselves in relationships around her, that doesn‘t mean it happens to everyone and clearly she‘s aware of this so she can be cautious and not let it happen to herself and at the same time be in a loving&committed relationship…I don‘t know…her reasoning just doesn‘t feel very logical and/or personal
3. it is VERY insta-lovey, which again, usually I‘m not opposed to but it doesn‘t work here
4. I‘m quite disappointed by how stereotyped the science part is, my own STEM-heart is not liking it at all!!!

Clearly a lot of people really like this book and I really wanted to like it too but even though I was excited to see how the whole switch-up would work out I‘m just not interested anymore at all…

Thank you NetGalley and Sarah Ready for the free audiobook ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I'm not sure I've ever read/listened to a romance book that was so creative. This love story is not your typical story. It's all about yourself and understanding that you can love someone deeply and still be you. It has family bonding and love as well.

I highly enjoyed the switching bodies and all the laughs and awkwardness that came with that!

The narrator did such a great job telling the story and tossing in accents. Her voice was very soothing as well.

Serena is a free-spirited California who loves smashing atoms at The Large Hadron Collider, and staying permanently, happily unattached. Until she meets Henry, who is dreaming of love and marriage. They meet one night and sparks fly. But Serena thinks things won't work, especially when she finds out that they will work together. Then, an electric storm causes an unexpected event at the particle collider and suddenly—they’ve switched. And both life and love are suddenly very, very complicated.
This one-night stand, workplace, boss employee, STEM romance with magical realism is book 2 in the Ghosted series. It reads a bit like Ali Hazelwood, but with a touch of magical realism, Freaky Friday-style. And I loved it! I was not a fan of the basis in which the why the FMC is so against love is rooted. She was often in her own way by holding on so tight to her beliefs. Did she ever think that her mom, while, yes, being so dependent on her husband, was happy and wouldn't want it any other way? I thought it was a weak foundation to sit her whole belief system on, especially since it was based on her misunderstanding what her mom said ONCE. Also, for two scientists, I thought that they didn't question the phenomenon enough. They went into the acceptance phase of it being what it was fairly quickly, without questioning it or do experiments to get out of it. Finally, narrators breaking the forth wall is one of my pet-peeves. However, it does not happen often in this book, and I realized that it doesn't bother me as much in audio format. Plus, the narrators did a fantastic job. This was a very sweet romcom, with great tension and banter.
I received an advance review copy of this book for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This is an extremely creative book, in the same vein of the first book in the series. A creative plot premise that I don't traditionally read a lot of. While it's the second book of a series - it's definitely a stand alone. I enjoyed that there were brief cameos of the characters in book one, but that would not detract from the story line if this was the first book from the series that the reader was reading.

Read this book if you enjoy:
> Women in STEM characters
> Fantasy/sci-fi story elements
> One bed
> He falls first
> Slow burn

I think the body-switching elements of the story were well crafted - for something that could easily get confusing to follow. The reversed POVs were interesting and mostly flowed well - a few times, I forgot that they'd actually switched bodies. There were parts of the story that went a bit over my head with all of the physics explanations and narrative. I enjoy a good woman in STEM character, but I'm not a physicist - which gave me a little bit of a challenge to follow along with a few plot points. I do think the author did the best they could to break down the concepts and try to make them accessible.

Overall, an enjoyable read - it moved pretty quickly and kept me engaged throughout the majority of the storyline. The audio narration was very well done - I enjoyed the narrator and how she brought the characters to life. I was a bit disappointed that the MMC only got one chapter of POV/narration. I was expecting more of a dual POV when I started the book, so that took a little time to adjust to.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the audio to listen to and review!

We’ll this was a surprise! I saw this on NetGalley, read the first part of the synopsis and was like yeah, that sounds cool. But I missed the part where we get a freaky Friday moment (title makes perfect sense) and I never knew this would be everything that I wanted in a romance! So much fun!

This is the only way I can get behind an insta-love scenario (although it still felt a little cringe at first) but there was enough slow burn behind it to make it enjoyable! There were some hard to believe bits (on top of the body switch, lol) but it was fun and I didn’t over think it!

It was so good!

I previously read Ghosted and this one is so much better!

The premise seemed a bit crazy for a romcom but I really fell in love with it. Just imagine switching bodies with someone and having to experience yourself from someone elses body.

I liked the combination of insta-love and slow burn. I usually don't enjoy insta-love but this one was quite well done.

- Freaky Friday inspired
- body swap
- paranormal romcom
- workplace romance
- boss x employee
- one night stand
- fake dating
- women in STEM
- opposites attract
- he falls first
- British MMC
- set in Switzerland and UK