There are a lot of fun elements in this book, and I especially appreciate the emphasis on friendship to make this romantasy more cozy. That said, it felt like all the different elements didn't come together cohesively for my tastes.

I received a DIGITAL Advance Reader Copy of this book from #NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This book was okay. It feels like it took me forever to read it though and I place some blame on the first 50% of the book on that. I found the first half of the book to be very boring and then it started to pick up some speed. I did feel like it wasn't until 75% of it that I was actually having fun with the book though. The quest the main characters go on is interesting I just hate how long it takes for it to actually happen.

In the description it relates this to the Princess Bride but to me the only thing that it similar is that it's in a medieval setting. If the description is something that sounds intriguing to you then give it a chance.

2.5 stars rounded down

“It’s funny how old roads can lead to new destinations”

It’s been 10 years since four friends quest to rescue the kidnapped princess and free the Queendom from an evil sorcerer. They lost a brother, who was the best of them, and have been secluded and in mourning ever since. Now they have reluctantly reconvened for the queen’s wedding, but her fiancée has been abducted so they agree to another rescue mission. At 30 years old, they are not feeling quite up to speed, but rediscover their strengths and learn to accept and love who they are now.

You can expect -
Cozy Fantasy
Reluctant Questing
Cheeky Banter
Second Chance Romance
Accepting Oneself
Found Family
Magical Queendom
Queernormative
30yo MCs

This was a fun, cozy, magical journey. I loved that this was a fantasy world but had funny tongue-in-cheek real world references. They have a few types of magic and have developed things similar to our modern conveniences - telekinetic video calls and soap operas, carriage ride-shares, celebrity gossip magazines. I also loved how the tropes were tailored, like “questmates with benefits.” It reminded me of My Lady Jane, or Legends and Lattes with the humor of Shrek. A fun time all around.

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon for providing an eARC for my honest opinion.

I really enjoyed the look at how each character dealt with grief and that they got their own chapters to know more about them individually. I enjoyed the book until maybe 60% through. After awhile it felt like there were holes in the story and it felt rushed.

It took me a few tries to get into.this book, but once I did I really enjoyed it. I think I was still in a summer reading mood and once I started feeling cozy fall romantasy vibes I ate it right up. Lots of slow burn in this book, and the addition of modern phrases etc in with a fuedal society kept me on my toes. Interesting read that I don't think inbound have picked up otherwise, so thanks to the publisher!

Ten years ago, Galwell, Elowen, Beatrice, and Clare saved Mythria, but Galwell of them died in the process. Each of the other three have handled fame and Galwell’s loss differently (read: not well). We meet up with them when the Queen needs their help to find her missing fiancé, and the three embark on a new quest, ten years after their first. Read if you like cozy fantasy, characters overcoming personal obstacles, and found family. The romance is also solid and well-earned.

I loved the characters in this book! Beatrice, Clare, and Elowen had great depth, and had good character arcs where they all got to do some amount of healing in a very satisfying way. The minor characters were also very enjoyable, and provided great comedic relief, as well as having their own mini-journeys.

The world building was uncomplicated but fun, with lots of whimsy and fun tidbits. I love when a fantasy world doesn’t take itself too seriously.

The plot was solid, but mostly served as a vehicle for the characters’ arcs, which is how I like it. I’m really impressed given that three separate authors worked on this, as everything felt very cohesive to me! I could imagine how some people might not be fans of the ending, but I found it incredibly satisfying and heartwarming.

Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the authors for an ARC! I had a great time in the world of Mythria with the Four.

This book was so FUN! I love the after they save the word setting and watching this group of hero’s come back together for another task. Just wish the romance was a little bit stronger!

This book is out now! Thank you for the physical copy of the book. A cute fun book, the writing was a bit hard for me to follow at times but I had fun.

This felt delightfully like a D&D game – casual and digestible worldbuilding, sharp humor, unique characters that fit a distinct role within the group, genuine stakes, and of course, a quest. I loved the multiple romances and even as someone who’s not always a fan of second chance romance, I adored it here. This was that perfect kind of cozy fantasy that was still really really adventurous.

This has such a cute premise and I liked it overall but I didn't love it. I found it difficult to get into. There was never that moment that I just couldn't wait to get back to reading it.

What a fun book! I loved the voice-y-ness of the characters and how their stories intertwined. It was such a creative romp to discover what had happened between all the characters to bring them to where they were at now and the tension was spot on.

Loveeeeee me some tea from the Round Table times and this absolutely brought the vibes! I really enjoyed the different take of it, post-saving-the-world mixed with high school reunion feels, with just the right amount of fantasy. I loved that they were able to grow back together and on their own. It was a real story of coming into your own and how friendships can change over time. Had a great time reading!!

This is a fun fantasy world where magic is used to create modern day types of things from hot drink chain shops to tapestry tablets to call people. Ten years ago Galwell, his sister Elowen, Beatrice, and Clare saved the princess and Queendom from a dastardly fate, but sadly Galwell the Great died in the final battle, which was too much for the other three, so they scattered around Queendom. Now the princess is the queen and she is getting married and wants them to be there even though Elowen and Beatrice do not want to go. As the cover quote notes, it is reminiscent of The Princess Bride and I totally agree.

"This Will Be Fun" delivers exactly what its title promises - a delightful blend of cozy fantasy and romance that sparkles with clever dialogue and infectious humor. With second-chance romances and a fantasy quest narrative, four estranged heroes reunite at a royal wedding only to face both their unresolved feelings and a new threat to their realm. The character dynamics shine through with fantastic banter, while the story's unique mix of medieval fantasy as well as fantasy takes on modern things (think like Netflix or similar tech things but make it medieval) created something new that I hadn't expected. The result is a warm, witty tale that will appeal to fans of both romcoms and cozy fantasy.

Although I liked the style of writing in the book it felt a bit long. I’m not usually a fan of books where the main conflict can be resolved in one conversation. I was also underwhelmed by the quest. It felt goofy and made it hard to believe they were superheroes. It was an interesting idea that sort of fell flat in execution.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc.

This Will Be Fun is such an amazing cozy fantasy! The book started off a little slow for me, but once the story picked up it was impossible to put down. Reading about what happens to heroes 10 years after their quest was a unique idea to me and I loved it. The banter, magic, chemistry and quest was so perfect that I will definitely be re-reading this book.
Thank you Netgalley and Avon and Harper Voyage for the ARC!

As far as cozy romantasies go, This Will Be Fun by E.B. Asher is pretty middle-of-the-road. The characters are fun enough and the story certainly is cozy, but it doesn't quite live up to expectations.

This was sooo good! I wasn't sure to expect but I was pleasantly surprised. Definitely one to add to your TBR.

DNF at 20% -- when I found out that this was a combo of three authors, the disjointed feeling I was getting from the text made more sense. I just wasn't jiving with this like I was hoping I would.

A group of ex-friends, who saved the realm ten years prior, reluctantly reunite for the Queen’s upcoming nuptials only to find themselves thrust into a new quest that will require them to save the kingdom once more.

My goodness, I could not have loved this book more! This Will Be Fun echos cheeky, imaginative adventure tales like The Princess Bride, Ella Enchanted, and Galavant. The world building is full of spunky details that make the setting truly shine. In the Kingdom of Mythria, you will find fantastical versions of Starbucks in the form of a ye olde brew hut and Uber, aka wagon cart ride shares. There are magical soap operas, therapy sessions, and even the term “questmates with benefits.” These types of details endear modern readers to this non contemporary tale, reminding me of Far Far Away from the Shrek universe. Mythria was so deliciously concocted that I could imagine the story playing out cinematically. Now, I NEED someone to make this into a TV show or movie because this type of whimsical fantasy adventure is my obsession!

At the heart of this novel, are the three surviving members of the valiant team that saved the kingdom prior to the novel’s start. Clare, Beatrice, and Elowen all receive POV chapters which was incredibly important to the story's advancement. Deep and desperate emotions drive each of these characters and it was imperative that readers understood their inner workings when they begrudgingly reunited. Friendship is one of the main themes of this book which may be attributed to the fact that E.B. Asher is a pen name for three co-authors. There is pure glee exuding from the trio’s writing and the joy they must have felt while working on this project together is apparent. It is a love letter to forging and maintaining friendships and these characters have imprinted on my heart.

Thank you Avon Books and NetGalley for providing me with an 
ARC in exchange for my honest review!