I loved this romance novel by Sarah Ready! It's the first of her books I've read, and I'll definitely be reading more. This story is written in 3 parts, and follows two people from completely different worlds, Jace & Andrea, who meet as teenagers and quickly fall in love. A story of love, deception, heartbreak, grief & hope, I was totally immersed in their world - my heart was broken & stitched back together multiple times - have your tissues at the ready! Just when I thought I had it all worked out, there would be another twist - a couple of which I didn't see coming at all. I really enjoyed the narrators, they captured the characters & their emotions perfectly.
Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher, and the author for an advance copy of the Audiobook.

This had so many things I hate and yet I enjoyed every minute of it. Both audio narrators were fantastic and really drew you in.
This was a wild soap opera of a ride.
I started off cringing over the insta love but they were teens and teens are dumb so I let that slide. I really really enjoyed the practicality of her dad pointing out that if she left she wouldn't have health insurance and what if she got sick. If there was ever a reason that would give you pause, that's one.
Up until the end of the first part it was very real and grounded, no melodrama.
But then once things started happening everything did. Between the attempted rape, the car crash, the cheating misunderstanding, there was so much. Then we jump to part two and so much more. This is what I mean by wild. Sarah Ready honestly has a gift because I should have hated all that and instead loved it.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the audio arc.

I am in awe and quite unconvinced that I have only read one plot. In general, it felt like a long time passed to cover the plot and that there were mini-stories along it but it was unexpectedly easy to follow. I read this while listening to the audiobook as well, and the words are just beautiful - fully immersing me in the story.

True enough — there were an awful LOT of emotions unpacked from start to end of this love story! I fell in love along with the young Jace and Andi, then felt betrayed when their first crisis happened and despondent when it was not resolved right away. There was hopelessness but there has also been recovery.

Just when it gets better with the character development of Reid (I have to mention him 🥹), another hurdle drops! I fell for this new version of Reid. It was not desperate. It felt too selfless.

I thought that was it. Then another revelation unfolds about the death of Jace’s parents. I DID NOT EXPECT MY HEARTSTRINGS TO BE PLAYED AT LIKE THIS!!! I’m both mind-blown and heartbroken!!!

The whole plot seemingly presented the different kinds and levels of love. Ultimately, it made me think that perhaps, we live and love in the best and earnest way we know how, then hope that the Universe returns the same intensity.

I loved this read!

I can't even. I don't even know what to say right now. This is one of the best books I've listened to in a very long time! I legit told my newlywed husband to go make himself busy because I just needed to know what happens. I've never wanted a book to end quickly but I was eagerly anticipating the end of this book to see what happens. The book had me hooked from the beginning and I couldn't stop listening.

It was a heart warming story. The book goes through many years of longing and love and what can happen if you just hold on. I absolutely loved the book. There were definitely WTF moments where you just want to shake the characters. However, it all came together in the end and just when you think its over, it keeps going and you're so glad it does. The ending is amazing! I absolutely loved this book!

I've never read anything by Sarah Ready before, but I will be going out to find more of this author.

The narration was fantastic! I loved both James Fouhey and Rachel Hirsch in this audiobook.

Thank you to W. W. Crown and NetGalley for providing me with an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I have always loved second chance romances and this is truly a very great love story. I cried while listening to this audiobook at work lol I like how the authors manage to express Jace's frustration towards his brothers during the time Jace and Andrea were apart. I also like how Andrea still commits to Reed even after Jace came back. But anyways Jace and Andrea were really meant to be together.

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC. I really love it.

The Space Between is an emotional roller coaster of love, heartache, miscommunication, family, pain and never giving up. Andrea (Andi) and Jace are very different people but fell so mady in love instantly, at the beginning of the story I just couldn't imagine how they would seperate. But I was then taken on a journey of their lives, including what went right and what went wrong. I thoroughly enjoyed the journey and had all the feels.
I listened to the audio version which was narrated by James Fouhey and Rachel F. Hirsch. I really enjoyed the experience.

#TheSpaceBetween ! Ahhh this book was filled with so many emotions, I laughed, I cried, and smiled so much! I’m so glad I was able to review this, definitely a feel good story . The main characters plot was planned out amazing!

The Space Between is an amazing love story. At first, I thought this was just another young love, caught on the wrong side of the tracks story and I found myself wondering why so many stories seem to focus on young love. This story is so much more than that and I absolutely loved the journey the author took us on. A few tears were shed and the little twists that are thrown in are just perfect.
This is a great romance novel.

The Space Between by Sarah Ready is a very emotional second chance romance between Andrea "Andi" Leighton-Hughes and Jace Morgan.

Andrea Leighton-Hughes, a wealthy Upper East Sider, befriends Jace Morgan, who is a musical prodigy from the Bronx. They come from two different worlds and are dealing with their own demons as they go through their teenage years. Andi struggles with the high pressure and expectations of her world and finds that she can only be her true self around Jace. Their friendship blossoms into love.

As Jace and Andrea struggle to stay together and prove that love defeats all obstacles, life sets out to prove them wrong. What happens when two people promise forever, but life tears them apart? What happens in the time they aren’t together—in the space between?

Firstly, thank you so much to the author, Sarah Ready, Netgalley, and the publishers for giving me a copy of the audiobook, and the book, in exchange for an honest review.

This book was such a roller coaster ride!!! Lucky for the author, I LOVE roller coasters!

This book follows the story of Jace and Andi from when they first met in high school through their adulthood. The story focuses on how despite years in between and against all odds, people who are meant for each other will overcome all obstacles that prevents them from being together. The characters are very well developed and the plot is not at all predictable. Their experiences in life are very relatable and realistic.

I highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy Jill Santopolo, Rebecca Serle, and Josie Silver.

I really enjoyed this love story. It took a while for me to become invested, but about halfway through I didn't want to put it down and couldn't stop thinking about it. This book had my emotions all over the place. I was so angry at some of the characters and sad about certain events. I was really glad that Ready chose not to take the easy route of typical rock star behavior being the root of all issues in the story. There were a couple of minor issues I had with the story that I couldn't reconcile, but I can suspend my disbelief enough to enjoy it for what it is - A story of love, loss, family, and life.

I listened to the audiobook, narrated by James Fouhey & Rachel F. Hirsch. It was a great listening experience.

My reading of 'The Space Between' e-book was accompanied by the audiobook.
Thank you NetGalley and W. W. Crown for the ARC copy & allowing me to experience this heartwarming novel. I highly recommend this book/audiobook to everyone who enjoys a compelling story. The narration of the audiobook was wonderful.
This book was so different from any other I've read. Not only was it a wonderful love story, but it also had so many unexpected twists, turns, heartbreak and love. It made me feel all the feels. A fantastic story about what happens when two people meet and grow together and apart and all the space in between. Told from the 2 main characters pov. I didn't want the book to end.
This is my first book by Sarah Ready, and now I can't wait to read more of her books. The writing and words flowed and read so easily. The narrators of the audiobook were wonderful as well.

I originally had decided to DNF this book because it just wasn't for me. Against my better judgement, I finished it and...it just wasn't for me.

I was introducers to Sarah Ready through French Holiday. I really enjoyed that book so decided to read her next novel as well. This was COMPLETELY different, I’m in shock it’s the same author. Im this is amazing, and a great read. The only thing I wasn’t a fan of was the one small spicy scene, I felt like we could have faded to black and been better off. I didn’t care for it.

This book takes you on an emotional roller coaster and has some great twists, something I never thought I’d write about a rom com.

It reminded me if Happily Ever Playlist and Happy Place with a smattering of a Sarah Adams book had a baby together.

Jace and Andie come from opposite backgrounds, but met one fateful day in Central Park and their love story began. The story is told in three parts over several years as the world continuously threatens to tear them apart.

This is an emotional and heartwarming story that tackles the ups and downs of life including family issues, loss, and betrayal. I was initially skeptical of two teens falling in love, but as the story unfolded I couldn't help but root for our characters to find happiness.

It is on the longer side, but it alternates between Jace and Andie's points of view and really keeps you engaged as you grow attached to the characters and their life experiences. I listened to the audiobook and really enjoyed the dual narration.

I really enjoyed it overall and recommend if you like a compelling second chance romance.

Book Title: The Space Between
Author: Sarah Ready
Genre: Romance
Release Day: July 25, 2023
Format: Audio Book
Rating: 5⭐️ Storyline 5⭐️ Narration

Synopsis:  Jace and Andrea. Andrea and Jace.

From the moment of their fate-filled first meeting in Central Park they’ve known one true thing—they’re meant to be.

Life doesn’t have many certainties but for Andrea and Jace forever is one of them.
Andrea Leighton-Hughes—shockingly wealthy Upper East Sider, a chess-piece in her family’s games since before she was born—knows what it’s like to hide behind a mask. Her world is one of lies, manipulation, and reputation. Jace is the first and only person to see who she truly is.

Jace Morgan knows the ugly side of life and he hasn’t always kept his nose clean. A musical prodigy from the Bronx, Jace and his brothers will do whatever it takes to climb to the top of the music charts. Andrea is the first and only person who has helped him play from the heart.
No one understands their connection. No one understands their love.

As Jace and Andrea struggle to stay together and prove that love defeats all obstacles, life sets out to prove them wrong.

What happens when two people promise forever, but life tears them apart?
What happens in the time they aren’t together—in the space between?

An epic love story full of emotional depth, redemption, found family, and the belief that love can heal the world.

My Thoughts: Read this book! Grab tissues and prepare your mind and heart. This book was the most amazing heartbreaking and healing book of second chance romance that I have ever read. It was not as I expected. Their were plot twists and character building that made my heart flutter. This story, the determination of love, friendship, loyalty, and family was written and told so beautifully. This is my favorite by Sarah Ready thus far.

The duel narration brought this story to life! I absolutely loved both narrators and their voices, changes in pitch and characters were wonderful.

Thank you, NetGalley, for my advanced listening copy.

I feel like this book could make a great movie or TV series.

I loved listening to the audiobook of this book. The narrators did a brilliant job. The book is very emotional be prepared to cry while listening or reading it and have tissues nearby. I loved the story it was entertaining and gives you a new perspective on life. It makes you think about a lot of things that happen in life and how things you say and do can literally have a huge impact on someone's life.

The narrators were awesome as you could feel the emotions of the characters while they performed it.

The storyline was amazing, the only negative thing I could say was that there were too many characters, tropes,themes and events explored which meant at times it could be difficult to keep your attention to it.

It was great in the way it was an emotional and romantic listen. The music theme was also fun. The title is also mentioned a lot in the book which is quite cool, someone could play a game with that if they wanted to.

Overall I really liked it.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to listen to and review this audiobook.

I enjoyed this story line. It was nice to see Andrea's story evolve and how the love between her and Jace never disappeared no matter what life through at them. I also appreciated the author's acknowledgement that you can love more than one person in your lifetime and how the love is different but no less important. The narrators were good in this audio version and they portrayed the emotions of the characters as they read. I would absolutely listen to any narration they do again. Overall this was 4 stars for me because i really enjoyed the story and it brought me a lot of joy listening to it.

Andrea and Jace meet in Central park when they're teens. They almost instantly fall in love, hard. But Andy is a Leighton-Hughes, and Jace has to work to gain his life. They're from 2 really different worlds. But they're sure they can make it work.
And when Jace and his brothers begin to be famous thanks to their music, Andy decides to come on tour with them. And then, they both end heartbroken.

I liked this book, but I sometimes thought it was a little too long. Some storytelling didn't serve the story. But apart from that, this is a trully beautiful love story.

What a beautifully written story about love, loss, redemption, trust and family.

We never know someone’s struggle and what they have endured… this story gives so much grace and love to the choices made and consequences that are relatable that we all too often live with.

Music is such a huge part of my life and how each song and lyric was so heartfelt and present in this story, it really hit home for me - right into my heart ♥️

Sarah Ready is definitely an author I will be reading more of and adding yo my watchlist!


I’m grateful to NetGalley for the audiobook version in exchange for an honest review.

To say that I loved this book is an understatement of the century. I adored it. I’m usually not a huge fan of love at first sight, but the fact that the timeline spreads over so many years and through heartbreak and life-changing decisions made me eat this story from start to finish.

I’ll keep this short because I don’t think I can navigate this review without spoilers. Just, I didn’t expect any of this. And when I started to understand what was awaiting, I expected to be disappointed, and let me tell you I was anything but. I gobbled everything thrown in my way, the instalove, the unbearable misunderstanding, the former bad guy turned amazing, the heartwrenching pain, the time gaps, EVERYTHING.

And this is definitely spoilery but- TO MAKE ME FALL IN LOVE with the non-endgame couple in this was CRUEL, Sarah, but I love you 3000 for this. Reid is now one of my fave characters ever. And I don’t even know how she did it and how, after making me bail my eyes out, she managed to make me root for the original couple AGAIN, but she did. And it was amazing. A-MA-ZING. And I know I’m not making any sense because I feel the urge to cry again. But, just go read it, okay?