Unfortunately, while I loved reading David Arnold's other books, I had to dnf this one at 20%. I still look forward to reading more of his books in the future.
I'm still going to give it a 3 star rating because while it wasn't for me I didn't find any majors flaws. It was just a book I couldn't get into.

A slow burning story of unending love, full of a complex spectrum of emotion that takes its time playing out. If you’re looking for a story that will pull on your heartstrings in a way only David Arnold can manage to do, pick up I Loved You in Another Life ASAP.

*Thank you Penguin randomhouse for an eARC In exchange for an honest review.*

One of my favorite stories is What Dreams May Come and this story is very reminiscent of that. We follow Evan & Sosh, two people with very intense situations at home, tying to survive the start of adulthood.

Sosh’ sister died and the only coping mechanism she has is alcohol. She can't imagine making to LA to pursue acting now. Evan's mom has cancer and his dad ditched him and his little brother. He can't imagine leaving to goto Alaska now. Oh, and they both keep hearing the same songs even though they dont know each other.
A whimsical story about souls who will always find each other, i am obsessed.

This was a beautiful book about love across time. I thought the narration was great. This story took me on a journey.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book.

Absolutely captivating read! The storytelling is masterful, keeping you hooked from start to finish. Characters are richly developed, and the plot twists keep you guessing. Highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an unforgettable literary journey!

This was a lovely book. I loved how the different characters in other time periods were described only briefly, leaving the reader to make some conclusions themselves. The voice of the characters was perfectly honest, tender, and heartfelt, and I felt so invested in their lives. It was a truly excellent book, and I would recommend it to any YA romance lover. I received a free copy of this book from netgalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

This was an unexpected story that was unlike anything I've read before, and I'm still not entirely sure what to make of it. I liked following both the story of Evan and Tosh, on their own and once they find one another, and the mini stories sprinkled throughout. I can't decide how I feel about the audience needing to draw their own conclusions about the links of all these stories and what they mean, but I liked the open-endedness of wondering what would happen in future generations/lives. The book itself was like a meandering poem of sorts, which isn't the style I'm used to enjoying but it did keep me engaged.

It was amazing. I absolutely loved every single second of this. 10/10 would recommend to literally everyone I know

This YA novel was heart achingly beautiful and I loved it <3

Evan and Shosh and both going through a grief so deep but so different and finding each other turns out to be the biggest light found in their darkness.

Now I am NOT an ET fan (trauma from my childhood - don’t ask) but DAMN this book made me want to be. A wonderfully written child character can make a book for me and wow Will was the best young character and his conversation with Shosh about Frog and Toad had me sobbing (IYKYK)

A vivid and uniquely told story that made me appreciate the beauty of writing. Sadly this one wasn't for me but I hope it finds its home and audience!

A unique love story that spans across the ages. It requires quite the investment in the beginning of the book, that doesn't QUITE pay off in the way I was hoping by the end, nonetheless, I enjoyed the beautiful, ethereal writing and still found the characters intriguing and enjoyed reading about how their lives eventually are woven together. Heartfelt, emotional, and complex! First read by this author and I'd definitely be willing to give his other works a try. 3.5

David Arnold's 'I Loved You in Another Life' is a captivating journey through time and love. The unique concept of soulmates reconnecting across centuries instantly hooked me, and Arnold's masterful writing skillfully brought this idea to life. The historical settings added a fresh perspective on love, revealing its universality throughout time. One particular scene in 19th-century Paris beautifully portrayed the timeless ache of longing, perfectly showcasing Arnold's grasp of emotion and tone.

Beyond the concept, the characters stole my heart. Evan's witty dialogue and internal struggles felt genuine, while Shosh's strength and resilience resonated deeply. Their connection, both in the present and their past lives, felt genuine and emotionally charged. The plot, weaving past and present lives with a touch of mystery, kept me guessing and eagerly turning pages.

If you're looking for a love story that's both romantic and thought-provoking, with a touch of historical flair, then 'I Loved You in Another Life' is a must-read. This book is especially perfect for fans of unique love stories, emotional journeys, and beautifully crafted prose. Thank you to Netgalley and Viking Books for the gifted copy.

This is a the love story of Evan and Shosh, two young people in the present day who met each other because they were both hearing the same imaginary music. Throughout the story, we see that, like the title says, they loved each other in other lives.

I thoroughly enjoyed this. It was a beautiful story with well-developed characters throughout the book that created a deep emotional connections to the leads. While the idea of the people have been matched in other lives isn't totally new, but this book puts it into story in a unique and, lyrically-written way. I had the privilege of reading a pre-release, but I wish I'd had the book itself to look back at some of the reflections into other lives. I think I missed a few connections to the other selves, but it didn't take me out of the story.

Definitely recommended for romantics, philosophers, and people who enjoy a book for more than story alone.

Thank you to Penguin Teen for sending me this e-arc!

This book was so very gorgeous and I am so happy that I read it. While this book is YA and has those YA lines and moments that some might consider cheesy, it still managed to be poetic. The characters viewed the world in such a poetic way and there would be lines that would just hit so hard. While this book is a romance, there seems to be more themes of family, grief, and following your dreams. The main characters didn't even fully meet until the middle of the book and I was still hooked. I wanted to keep reading about these characters and how much they loved their siblings. I wanted to keep reading for these random unhinged lines that made me laugh. I wanted to keep reading for those scenes of the characters meeting in past lives. They're very scattered throughout the book, but they are always so interesting and always follow a similar theme. One character is always an artist and the other always loves music, no matter what kind of lives they met. And even though the characters didn't fully interact until the middle of the book, their relationship already felt deep because of this soulmate bond that they had with each other. They were lead to each other and even though they didn't know why or how, they knew it. I will say, some of the pacing kind of threw me off. Sometimes I was a little confused with the jumps and had to figure out where in the story we were. And I did find the ending a little bit unsatisfying. But overall, this book was stunning and it has my heart.

Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to receive this book for an honest review.


Unfortunately I did not finish this book. I felt a fantasy vibe and that through me off. For that reason I am sad to say I have to give it only two stars.

i actually didn’t mind this fantasy. it was more focused on the romance which i think helped me get through the book. the conclusion left me with many questions which isn’t always my favorite after reading a book

DNF--so slow and boring. I just couldn't get into it. I was listening to it and had no interest, and my mind was wandering. Usually with audiobooks, they make the time fly by, but not this one. I did not find it interesting or compelling, despite the description.

The premise for them, but having a past life seemed interesting. It might be something that only really works very well in movies. I haven’t read too many books that use it, but this one room was definitely an interesting read. I would say it is not exactly a quick read, but I didn’t thoroughly enjoy it

**Thank you to NetGalley for sending me this book in return for an honest review.**

I'm sad to say I just really didn't vibe with this book. I tried several times to get into it but I think it's safe to say that I don't mesh with the author's writing style. I was confused for a good portion of the book. I love the concept and am sad that I didn't end up liking this one.