The premise behind this book was very interesting. Matt and Ava meet at a writer's retreat where participants are encouraged to use fake names and withhold personal information in order to keep their focus on their writing. Matt and Ava have an instant connection though, and especially after learning they both live in London, they are determined to try and make a real world relationship work - despite the fact that they do not even know each other's real names until after arriving back in London. Their connection from the retreat is undoubtedly real and they seem to sincerely want to make a relationship work, but being invested in a relationship before you even know what your partner's day to day life looks like certainly has its challenges.

I really enjoyed the first 25% or so of this book, and I enjoyed the last 25%. The middle was rocky. It was rocky for good reason though - the characters were honestly people who probably never would have gotten together had they met under normal circumstances. The things that cause so much conflict for them would have been apparent up front before any real connection was formed and that would have been the end of it. So I GET why the middle of the book was the way it was, but it didn't make it easy to read (at least not for me).
I can handle cringe worthy moments, but it felt like the whole middle of the book was just one giant anxiety inducing cringe fest. I'm a very character driven reader, and I'm all about the HEA, but I spent a good chunk of the middle of the book hoping Matt and Ava would just come to blows and be done with it all.

This was my first Sophie Kinsella book and while I can't honestly say I enjoyed the bulk of it, there was lots to like in the first and last bits of this story, so I won't hesitate to check out something else from this author.

Thank you, NetGalley, for an advanced copy of this novel.
Sophie Kinsella's latest book provides just the escape you need. Ava and Matt meet a writing retreat and when they fall for each other, they agree to keep things light and fun by not discussing their past relationships and turmoil. But when they enter back to real life, their lives look very different than expected. Can they make their relationship work or is Ava's eclectic style and Matt's devotion to his parents and their business too hard to overcome?

If you are a fan of Sophie Kinsella or are looking for a light read during these trying times, you won't be disappointed. Kinsella approaches this story with the warmth and humor you expect. The book is a quick read and I appreciate the opportunity to provide my unbiased review after receiving the digital copy from Netgalley.

Cheers to Sophie Kinsella for providing readers her most hilarious romantic novel when they most need it.
LOVE YOUR LIFE is reminiscent of one of Kinsella's early hits, CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET: a wacky heroine who clashes with her impassive yet enduring romantic interest.
However, In LOVE YOUR LIFE, Ava is a mature version of CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET's Emma Corrigan, and Matt is a warmer, more developed version of Jack.
Amidst her customary romance, Kinsella leads her protagonists and their best mates on honest, relatable glow-ups, that many readers will respond to on their own adult-ish journeys.

I will always have a special place in my heart for two of my earliest Kinsella reads, TWENTIES GIRL and CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET, but LOVE YOUR LIFE is her most current novel that has jumped to the top of my list. I will definitely buy a copy when it is published.

Thank you very much for the ARC Dial Press and Random House Publishing Group!

When looking for love, do you have any deal-breakers? Ava, the main character in Love your Life doesn’t think that she does; she believes in the spark of true love. On the flip side, one of her good friends has her own perfect guy all figured out, down to the distance he lives from the nearest train station, and she’s using the algorithms in a dating app to find him. In a world where many singles turn to online dating rather than meeting people organically, this book is certainly relevant.

I found the story to be unpredictable and fun, and I really grew to care about Ava, Matt and their eclectic group of friends. The unique way in which Ava and Matt meet, as well as how they end up getting to know each other in ‘real life’ was entertaining and also made me reflect on my own life. When we let someone new into our lives, it’s easy to become self-conscious of our own quirks and habits, and maybe we sometimes try to appear as something that we’re not in order to please the other person.

I’ve always considered Sophie Kinsella books to be a perfect summer read, and this was no exception. I was quickly swept into the book, and while there were many light-hearted, comedic moments, it explored some serious aspects of life and relationships that I think most everyone can relate to.

Thank you to Netgalley, Random House Publishing Group and Sophie Kinsella for an egalley of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

Romance and comedy are Kinsella’s bread and butter! This frolicking romance of Ava and Matt is enhanced by a bunch of entertaining side characters. The friends were hilarious and helped the plot. I loved the Italian section of the romance and the friends sub-plots. The main characters we’re alright but I found Ava a bit whiny. Overall it had a hilarious comedic story and that’s what I love about Kinsella’s novels. I will definitely recommend it to others who enjoy laughs and love! Thanks NetGalley for letting me take a trip to Italy via a wonderful book!!

I really enjoyed this book but it took them coming back to England before it really got interesting, funny and outrageous. There were a lot of LOL moments!

Love Your Life is another winning story by Sophie Kinsella. I wasn't sure where the author was going with the story a couple of times, so it was pleasantly surprising and not totally predictable. I enjoy Kinsella's books a lot, and this story does not disappoint. Her main character, Ava, is loveable and exasperating but always good-hearted. Kinsella draws the reader into Ava's life as well as the lives of her romantic interest and her best friends. Funny, charming, and sweet.

Every book by Sophie Kinsella is a frothy cup of joy! The way she describes the characters and makes you feel about them is incredible. A great fun story!

Well, I have to say I finished this book and was not at all pleased. I felt it could have been a short story. I kept reading and thinking “okay, when is this book going to start? When am I going to learn more about this protagonist?” and unfortunately that did not happen. I mean, if you’re into very basic romances with cringe worthy scenes....then by all means this is the book for you. On a positive note, I did find this book to very hilarious a couple times.

Thank you to NetGalley and RandomHouse for an e-ARC of Love Your Life by Sophie Kinsella, which comes out on October 26, 2020.⠀
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I was so excited when I got the opportunity to review an eARC of Sophie Kinsella’s newest book because I love her books. They are always so fun to read and I can never put them down. But while I did read this one quickly I think that, in this case, it was due to Kinsella’s great writing style and humor, not so much the plot.⠀
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Don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed the beginning and I loved the idea of the plot... but I don’t really think it worked with the main characters, Matt and Ava. In fact, the entire time after they left Italy I was rooting for them... to break up. I admire the idea of working on a relationship with the person you love, but I think there needs to be a foundation before you fall in love... and before you have so many problems.⠀
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I adored Matt and Ava’s friends, though, and the relationships the two had with their friends. I even appreciated the way it ended, although it wasn’t exactly what I wanted.⠀
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Even though this book wasn’t my favorite, I still highly recommend Sophie Kinsella. If you’re new to her, definitely read one of her other books first- like My Not So Perfect Life or The Undomestic Goddess. And then maybe give this one a try. If you’re already a fan, read this one for the friendships and the entertaining writing, maybe not so much the romance. ⠀
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Hooray for a new Sophie Kinsella book! This one did not disappoint. In true Sophie Kinsella fashion, I was greeted with characters who were flawed and lovable. This book provided plenty of laughs and I found myself smiling while reading many parts. I love that I can count on this author to provide lighthearted page turner that I can’t wait to get to each day. Whether or not you are already a Kinsella fan, you’ll love this one!

Kinsella gives you a cast of characters to enjoy and relate to, Ava finds what she thinks is love at a writing retreat. No one can use their real name so she falls for Dutch and imagines his name, background, occupation, etc. After the workshop they reveal their true identity and the fun begins. They couldn’t be more opposite. Can they reconcile their differences and live happily ever after? Will their unique set of friends bond with each other? Kinsella take you through their trials and tribulations with humor and insight.

I love cute books, I need cute books, but there was something about this that just didn’t grab me. Generally a fan of Kinsella, I was looking for entertainment, but I found this book unrelatable.

Thank you Netgalley.

Another super cute book by Sophie Kinsella! The characters are fun, quirky, and interesting. Perfect light hearted fun chic lit book to read by the beach, the pool or anywhere.
Thank you to netgalley for the arc in exchange for an honest review!

I bloody loved this book. I will admit that I love pretty much anything Sophie Kinsella writes, but this is one of my favorites. In true SK fashion, I spent the majority of the book completely exasperated by whatever mishap the main character had found herself in (in the best possible way). It was completely ridiculous and mushy and I loved it. I loved Ava and Matt, I loved their friends, and I loved Harold. I appreciated that Kinsella was able to blend the real struggle of balancing two different lives with hilarious situations. I found myself laughing out loud quite often (sauna, anyone?). The characters were likeable but also flawed. The writing was entertaining. It was the perfect way to spend a lazy Sunday. This is definitely a book I will be picking up again and again when I need something light to read. And I am henceforth committing myself to my new life goal of becoming a professional book rescuer.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced e-copy of this book.

I’ve never read this author before (at least I don’t think so) and now I know why if this was any indication of the characters she creates. Ava and Matt were absolutely insane. Ava more so - in a completely deluded, needs therapy or an institution sort of way. I couldn’t stand either of them once they got back from the retreat and skipped to the end of the book - still insane and I don’t feel like I missed a thing. Two stars only for a slight portion being in Italy.

I was provided with an ARC of this book by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

While on vacation, you "Love Your Life" and present your best self. Drama, family, job and money worries are put aside and for the those carefree days, trouble doesn't follow. Finding love on holiday and trying to merge that idyllic sun-kissed romance with reality is a 'shore' way to get burned.

While on a writing retreat would-be writer Aria and martial arts' aficionado Dutch are an unlikely pairing. After living in a vacation bubble, their fledgling relationship is tested in the real world. As they shed their alter egos, will Ava and Matt's conflicting backgrounds align? Can a whirlwind romance take root in regular life?

Thank you #NetGalley and the publisher for an early edition in exchange for an honest review. Curling up with a Sophie Kinsella novel is a great way to spend the afternoon. Cozy up under the comforter, pour a spot of tea and get ready to be swept away by the story. Kinsella pens novels filled with quirky characters, laugh-out-loud moments and provides the perfect blend of an escape read bookmarked with everyday life.

Well, it's actually painful for me to give this book three stars, because I love Sophie Kinsella novels.

The story follows the relationship between Ava and Matt (Dutch), who meet at a writing retreat in Italy. It's basically a love at first sight thing for Ava and the rest of the book feels like Ava trying to force the relationship to work despite its many drawbacks.

She wore me out.

I liked her dog. I liked the scenes in Italy. Her friends were okay. Matt might have been okay except I felt like I always just saw him through Ava's eyes and that didn't give me a true picture.

There were a couple of funny scenes (naked sauna), but overall, I didn't feel the love for this book as much as I did many other Kinsella novels.

Thank you NetGalley and Random House for the ARC.

Never settle. In a career, a hobby, or a relationship. Love can be found in many ways. But get your dog under control because there is no excuse for a canine as disobedient as Harold. Love Your Life is a feel-good story for when life's got you thinking there are no happy endings. Ava's eternal optimism will enforce smiles when silver linings seem hard to find.