Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC. This book snuck up on me - I took probably a week or two to get through the first 30-40% and then once I was hooked I absolutely couldn’t put it down. The story of a woman who has a magic family heirloom which drops her in her “dream world” was planned out so well and you connect with so many characters both in the real world and dream world. The latter part had me on the edge of my seat! Despite this being part of a series I had not read any others and I would never have known but I do want to go back and read others.

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1.5 🌶️
Netgalley ALC

PROS:
This book had no right being as good as it was. I had absolutely no idea where it was going up until the very end. I loved Fiona as a main character; she is smart, loyal, caring. Her memorizing poems to make her dream daughter happy had me in a chokehold. Prior to this I read Switched, but not the first book in the series, Ghosted. Fiona's brother Daniel is the MMC in Ghosted and now I am super pumped to go back and read it. He was a wonderful brother to Fiona, and funny that this book seems to take place before Ghosted as Daniel was still single in this one.

CONS:
The audiobook made me cry while I was trying to drive my car. RUDE!!

AUDIO:
I've never listened to Shakira Shute before but really enjoyed her narration. As previously stated, I was crying while listening to some of the more emotional scenes. She really had me feeling things with Ms Fiona Abry.

Overall, I am thinking the Ghosted series just isn’t for me. This book is the 3rd in the series and while each book can be standalone, they are connected within the same universe.

I adore Sarah Ready, she’s one of my favorite authors but I’ve noticed I’ve had a hard time getting into this series. Especially this most recent book. It’s not bad, in fact the writing is rather lovely…a poetic style to it. I just struggle when there are so many realities, descriptions and characters swapping it’s like I can’t immerse myself into the story. I also thought it was also a bit long. Full disclosure, I also don’t usually enjoy magical realism. This one didn’t really sound like the style of writing she usually does, don’t get me wrong she’s always poetic in her writing, this one just wasn’t the SR I’m used to, to the extent that if I didn’t know she wrote it I would think someone else did (I’m NOT saying that is what happened though, it’s just that big of a change). So she may be making some stylistic changes to how she writes this series but hopefully not her future books.

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐝...

✅The lucid dreaming aspect
✅The part where she talks about how when you see something through someone else’s eyes and it’s something that they love, you start to love it too
✅When she helps the grandmother at the fish market (reminded me of my relationship with my mommom)

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝗼𝐮 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝗼𝐲...

☀️Magical Realism
🕰️Lucid Dreaming
☀️Complex Relationships
🕰️Time Jumps / Alternate Realities
☀️Poetic Writing
🕰️Horology

My favorite books by Sarah are The Space Between and the Josh & Gemma books. I also really enjoyed French Holiday and the Soul Mates in Romeo (Married by Sunday was my very fav in the series)!

“She meets the man of her dreams in her dreams.” What a dynamic summary of this book-borrowed from the author, of course! I listened to this book after not knowing much of the premise and was surprised at how much the story captured me. Fiona, a busy single mother and entrepreneur who isn’t quite happy with her current life, is given a family heirloom, a watch, that allows dreams of what you might be missing in your life. As she dreams, she is transported to another life with a husband and family. The magical realism plays out beautifully and is so immersive, and you just want to find out if Fiona’s dream can become reality. There are many amazing one line quotes, but I fell for this one in particular: “He is the tide that washed over me and opened me to all the good that love can bring.” This is the third book in the series but can be very much a stand-alone. The narrator’s voice was captivating and emotional and added to the experience of this book-especially when tandem reading. A special nod to the spectacular cover design with the colors! The world’s colliding! The characters!

I loved the first two books in the series and so was so excited for this one! I have been big fan of Sarah Ready since I found her books a year ago! This one was disappointing. Not sure if anything changed with her writing or it could be me.

*I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
I am giving this book 4 stars because of the plot in general. Although there are some points that don't make sense, and the fact that the development of the character of the real Becca, to me, was needed (especially towards the end), it was a cute story. It has a bit of spiciness but not much. I have to say about the writing, and why the stars went down, is that the descriptions of the characters at the beginning feel forced. I like the magical realism elements, and that it is a fast read. I did not know it was book 3 of a series, but it can be read as a stand-alone.

A really great story! Very unique and left me wondering about how it would all work out in the end. Great writing and great plot! I loved McCormick he was the best character!

This book was a crazy wild ride that I adored. At no point did I really know where this book was going, but it was a delight to go on the journey.

This is so much more than just a simple romance, it was a truly beautiful love story.

If you liked Ghosted or Switched, you will love this one. We met Fiona in Ghosted and we get to follow along on her journey in this book. Fiona meets the man of her dreams, while dreaming. She is in possession of a timepiece that her family made a long time ago that shows you love. She dreams of her true love and falls in love with him. In reality, she is deciding if she wants to have a future with Max, her best friend.

There were so many emotions in this book, like in Ghosted. I teared for Fiona and McCormick multiple times. I longed for Fiona and the three children to somehow all be loved together. There were several times I wanted to throw my book and smash my listening device because ish just wasn't how I wanted it to be written, but it was done so much better. I wanted to ring some people's necks a few times, because they were being dumb. And then one the next page they were being so freaking delightful and thoughtful.

This is the 3rd book in the series. While you do not need to read the other two to understand this one, I do recommend reading Ghosted before Fated.

I am beyond excited for what comes next!

Thank you to Sarah for the gifted copy, this is my honest opinion.

Sarah Ready really knows how to hit you in the feels. Having loved the first two books of the series, I was excited to see how Fiona’s story played out. I was a little confused at the beginning, not realizing this took place before the events of Ghosted. I wasn’t sure how I was supposed to feel for the first part of this book or who I was supposed to be rooting for. But as the book went on I became more and more invested. I just wanted to see Fiona happy and in love and the ending didn't disappoint.

I really liked this book! I love the concept of destiny and soulmates, and it was really fun how this story came together. This book had me always wanting to read just one more chapter to see what would happen. This was a great companion to the "ghosted" series by Sarah Ready. I will definitely look forward to reading more of her books. I received a free copy of this book from netgalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

This is a fun, entertaining read. I enjoyed the story’s paranormal elements and getting to see the hero from the first book in the series. The story is full of twists and turns that kept me turning the pages to find out how it would all end. There were also aspects of the story that didn’t work for me. I enjoyed Aaron and Fiona’s romance. The secondary characters added to the fabric of the story and my enjoyment.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I am obsessed with this series of books. The author does an amazing job!

Thank you NetGalley for an advanced e-copy, in exchange for an honest review.

This book was a lot of fun to read. I loved every second of it. The story is really unique and captivated me from the first chapter. I would highly recommend it!

Another winner by Sarah Ready!! While technically the third in her Ghosted series, Fated is a stand alone magical realism/romance with a side of time traveling dreams. 
When Fiona is gifted a family heirloom, she's told it will let you dream your heart's desires... but what does that really mean?? Now, whenever Fiona sleeps, she becomes Becca on an island and begins to fall for her dream husband. Having to deal with motherhood, work life balance, and potential romances (reality or dreamy), will Fiona be able to turn her dreams to reality?
Fated kept me on my toes, the writing was so descriptive that I felt like I was on the island or freezing in Geneva, I wasn't sure how the dreams were going to play out (and there's a plot hole that I'm choosing to ignore because *magical realism*, of course), but what I do know is that I loved these characters and I wanted the absolute best for them. The last 15-20% absolutely wrecked my emotions in the best way. I've liked every Sarah Ready book I've read, but somehow her Ghosted series gets me everytime! 
ps - Robert and Becca deserve nothing!!!!!  A giant thank you to Sarah Ready, NetGalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review! I cannot wait to see how Max's story turns out

Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced copy of Fated. This book was a roller coaster! So many feelings while reading it as I kept thinking I knew how it would end but was happily surprised at where the characters ended up.

I loved the watch aspect of the book and how she had a deep love for creating watches and time itself. Her relationship with her brother was beautiful and I loved how they continued on the legacy of the company together.

I also enjoyed the poetry aspect of the book and how Amy loved to read even as a teenager. The whole story on the island was sweet to read yet also frustrating for Fiona as they kept seeing her as Becca. Except do Aaron, he always knew.

I haven’t read a time traveling/fantasy piece like this but it reminded me a little bit of the movie Kate and Leopold! I enjoyed it and was glad for the happy ending.

This was a miss for me. I normally love Sarah’s books but this was very hard to follow. I love the idea of meeting a man in your dreams but what was real life and what was make believe were too interconnected to follow easily.

This series I swear. It’ll have you feeling it all. And the ending will have you holding your breathe until you know what you need to know (you’ll know).

First. This was the hardest start of any of the books in the series. A little slow and I didn’t couldn’t feel anyway about the fmc. I’m not sure why. Somewhere between a 1/4 and 1/2 it starts picking up and THE LAST 1/4 OF THE BOOK. It. Is. So. Good. Stick with it if the beginning is a struggle for you. Worth it. (Audiobook was much easier in helping me get through the beginning 🤷🏻‍♀️)

But the main feelings I have for this book is directed at Max! Ugh I feel for him! And I can’t wait for his story!! He just really has to go through it, which I hope makes his story even better 🤞🏼

And Robert is ultimate ick.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the chance to read and review.

Thank you to Swift and Lewis publishing company for the advanced copy of this book.

I was immediately drawn into this story. Come to find out it is a series. I read this as a standalone and didn't feel like I missed anything significant having not read the previous novels in this series.

This book is a time travel book where the stakes get higher the deeper into the book you get. I found this book to be suspenseful, angsty, and unpredictable. I could never guess where the next turn in the story would take me.
I thoroughly enjoyed the authors writing and the split timelines between the two worlds connecting the MFC to her dreams and her reality.

If you enjoy books with magical realism and multiple timelines, this book is for you.

I was very confused in the beginning of this book and had no idea what was going on for a bit. But I really enjoyed the characters and was surprised at all the little twists and turns. I was completely enraptured 75% in and was rooting for a happy ending.

Thank you to netgalley for an advanced copy. My opinions are my own.