In *Same Place, Same Stars*, Natalia finds herself back in a mental facility after waking up covered in bruises, setting the stage for a gripping psychological drama. Quickly forming a bond with her lively roommate, Lindsay, she becomes entangled with Gabriel, a handsome yet troubled resident. Their forbidden connection offers Natalia a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos of her medication's harsh side effects and the unsettling truths that begin to surface. The novel expertly explores themes of trust, love, and the consequences of choice in a setting where every relationship is fraught with danger. With shocking twists that keep readers on edge, this novel delves deep into the complexities of mental health and the weight of dark secrets. A compelling read that reveals the lengths one will go to for love and the cost of sanity, *Same Place, Same Stars* is a captivating exploration of resilience and vulnerability.

Thanks Netgalley for the free ARC! This was an enjoyable read with interesting characters, humor, and suspense. It kept my attention and had me invested in the storyline. I feel that the target audience for this novel would be young adult, but may be classified as adult reading because of sensitive topics such as sex and drug use.

Natalia lands herself back in a mental facility after battling a rare sleep disorder. She became friends with Lindsay, who is her roommate, and fell for Gabriel, who is severely depressed. Since relationships were strictly forbidden in the mental facility, Natalia's bonds with Gabriel helped her. Also, Natalia had to deal with the side effects of her medication and manage her life. It's a well-written read. I couldn’t put the book down.

* Interesting/unique plot
* Thought provoking, addressed several heavy topics
* Mystery
* New adult
* Internal monologue

Same Place, Same Stars is a powerful and gripping portrayal of mental illness and what life can be like inside a psychiatric hospital. Katey Taylor does an excellent job of capturing the emotional turmoil and complexities of mental health struggles, making the story feel raw and authentic. The depiction of the hospital setting felt realistic and well-researched, providing insight into an experience that is not often explored in such depth.

What really stood out to me was the unexpected twist at the end—I didn’t see it coming at all, and it added a whole new layer to the story. It was one of those moments that made me rethink everything and appreciate how well the plot was crafted.

Overall, Same Place, Same Stars is an emotional and thought-provoking read that sheds light on important topics with honesty and sensitivity. If you’re looking for a book that offers a compelling look at mental health with a surprising and satisfying ending, I highly recommend this one.

21 year old Natalia suffers from a sleep disorder and spends most of her young life in out of mental hospitals/wards. When she finally lands in one that after a lot of therapy gets down to some of the root causes of her issues. But in the midst of it all she finally finds a best friend. The author Katie Taylor takes you along for the ride beside Natalia with her struggles. Some are sad, some are disheartening. Then a twist I didn’t suspect at the end. I grew to like the character of Natalia as she grew and became her own person. I was rooting for her the whole time.