Our Infinite Fates was one of my most anticipated releases of the year, and unfortunately, it just did not live up to my expectations. The story's premise and tagline instantly drew me in, but I quickly realized that the idea of this book itself is nearly impossible to execute. It would require such a brilliant writer to tell this story, as it happens in such a non-linear way. And while I do think Laura Steven is talented, I did not love her writing enough to want to keep reading this book.

Our Infinite Fates follows our main character, Evelyn, who has been hunted down by the same man in every life. She keeps being reincarnated, and he keeps killing her. The tagline says that she loves him in every life, and while she does, she normally doesn't meet him, nor fall for him, until the last few weeks of each life. Additionally, Evelyn does not remember any of her past lives, and cannot even identify the man she supposedly loves who is hunting her. So while this premise is intriguing, it asks a lot from the audience. It asks the reader to believe from page one that our main characters are star-crossed lovers, even though we don't get to see them fall in love in the current timeline. We are just told that they already are linked and love each other. But again, Evelyn doesn't even recognize her fated love until about half way through the book. And still, the author asks that we believe in this love story so much that we care about the mystery of why Evelyn is being killed. We are asked to believe that the killings are done out of love or mercy, before ever being shown proof. Ultimately, this was just too much to ask of me.

Overall, I think there are some strong elements to this book, such as the grabbing premise. But personally, I never found myself invested in the story. There was a lot of flowery language describing the main characters love for each other, but not enough scenes of them actually falling in love to satisfy me. I'm sure many people will enjoy this story, it just wasn't my cup of tea. Perhaps I went into it with too high of expectations, but what else can you expect to happen when the synopsis compares it to The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue and This is How We Lose the Time War.

This is marketed as "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue," which for me is a lot to live up to. Unfortunately, it doesn't match up to that type of sweeping story for me. I had a lot of problems with the repetitive nature of the book. Specifically the constant visiting of the past timelines. They were great at the beginning, but they stopped being entertaining and began to drag the story down at about 50% through the book. I think if there were fewer chapters taking place in the past, I would have enjoyed the pacing better.

I also struggled immensely with the romance because I didn't get it. I didn't understand WHY Evelyn loved Arden. It was an incredibly toxic relationship with Arden determinedly avoiding telling Evelyn anything important regarding their predicament. Arden gave up and decided their fate for the two of them instead of continuing to give Evelyn autonomy. Arden decided that being stuck in a constant cycle was better than facing the hardship of trying to solve their problems. Not giving Evelyn a constant choice in the matter is taking away a part of her. I just couldn't stand by that.

The other major issue was the ending. After all of the pain and suffering that Evelyn went through, they still died at the end. All I wanted was for Evelyn to be able to go back to Gracie and love their mom and sister. I find it absolutely horrible that Gracie was left without a sister and a father. The author also just skipped over the ramifications of Evelyn's death on Gracie and just went on to say she was successful. I hated that lack of closure and a happy ending.

Evelyn remembers all her past lives. She also remembers that, in every single one, she’s been murdered before her eighteenth birthday by Arden, a supernatural being whose soul―and survival―is tethered to hers.

When I saw this book was being compared to The Invisible Life of Addie La Rue, I knew I had to pick it up, so I was very excited to get an early copy! It may be too early to make this prediction, but this will likely be a contender for my favorite book of the year. If you love romantasy and you’re tired of insta-love, you won’t be disappointed by Our Infinite Fates. Don’t let the YA label deter you - while the main characters are technically 17, this isn’t a typical teen romance - Evelyn and Arden have lived and loved for thousands of years. The writing is stunning and there’s so much depth and yearning to the romance. I look forward to more from this author. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC!

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I went into this book knowing it would be heartbreaking, and even so, the gut-punch emotions I felt for these amazing characters across so many lives never failed to hit their target. The story structure, the character development, the plot progression, the beautiful prose, THE YEARNING!!!!!
Laura Steven’s ability to captivate an audience is undeniable, and I can’t wait to read more from her.

I really had higher hopes for this one. I felt like it was hard to connect to the two main characters. The ending added a big twist. It kind of felt like a Hail Mary. Unfortunately, this book was not for me.

I loved this romantic fantasy about reincarnation—the intertwining narratives were so compelling, the jumps in time and place kept me hooked, and the themes of revenge, fate, and connection were gut-wrenching. Devoured it!

I adore Laura Steven....but this was just not for me. I tried, I really tried and I feel like I kept rereading the same pages over and over. I just simply couldn't not get into it. I still ordered a physical copy and will try again one day, but I was a disappointment for me right now.

I wanted to love this more than I did. The writing was beautiful at times but it also veered into being overwrought at other times. If you liked Addie Larue you will likely love this. I felt like there was so much TELLING in this book and not enough SHOWING -- like we were told over and over about how Evelyn and Arden love each other and are destined for each other throughout time and space but like..... I don't know why? There's lots of cool ideas in here but the execution left much to be desired for me.

4.25 stars. This book gave everything it promised, and I looked forward to reading it. The ending and most of the writing is what made me take .75 stars off. The writing was juvenile, and the FMC contradicted everything she said or thought. The ending made me almost DNF this book, as it took possibly the worst turn it could have. There were other ways to go about the ending that would have made the story better. As the conclusion is so late in the book, I powered through it to the end of the story.

I was so intrigued by this magical story! There’s mystery, magic, intrigue and love in this enjoyable tale across time.

Our Infinite Fates is a love story that spans thousands of lifetimes, where two lovers are destined to kill each other by the time they reach their eighteenth birthdays. This book was deeply romantic, enchanting me from the first chapter. I tore through it because I was so invested in Evelyn and Arden’s happiness as well as discovering the parameters of their curse and the mystery of its origins.

Our Infinite Fates explores the concept of soulmates, something a hopeless romantic like myself absolutely ate up. The book is set between present day Wales and vignettes that traverse across the history of time. Evelyn and Arden take many shapes across lifetimes but the one thing that never wavers is their draw to one another. There pull is magnetic and I was fascinated by their endless cat-and-mouse dynamic. Their romance is what really fuels the story’s success and I was rooting for them to find peace despite knowing how their previous existence’s ended.

The range of historical settings also provided fascinating context. Each time period was presented with accuracy and I was able to immerse myself in every vignette regardless of how long its page time was. We get to travel to so many different countries and author Laura Steven does a wonderful job at describing an array of cultures in deft detail. Because of this, each vignette feels like it’s given its proper due and we as readers are able to easily differentiate the characters’ past experiences.

I usually suspect where a plot is heading but in this case, I was caught completely off guard! When we finally uncover the depths of Evelyn and Arden’s predicament I was taken aback by how clever and original the twist was. It set up an exciting third act that kept me entertained and on the edge of my seat. The twist upped the ante, raising the stakes even more than I could have predicted possible. It also showed just how connected these two characters were and the lengths they would go to prove their love.

Our Infinite Fates is the type of book that would make for an enticing television show. It’s cinematic in its various settings and the romance at the heart of the novel is showcased with intense fervor. The ending only solidified my obsession and I could not get enough of Evelyn and Arden’s life changing romance.

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

When I say I binge-read this book in one day, I mean it. It was that captivating. The premise follows Evelyn, an immortal cursed to reincarnate and die before turning 18—always at the hands of Arden, another immortal who somehow manages to find her in every lifetime. The story weaves between the present and fragments of their past lives, slowly revealing the complex bond between them and the mystery of Evelyn’s repeated deaths.

The author masterfully builds suspense and mystery—I genuinely could not put the book down until I uncovered the truth behind their endless cycle of reincarnation and death. The tension, the pacing, the way it all unfolded—it kept me hooked. Their love story is beautifully tragic, full of angst, longing, and quiet intensity. When the final reveal came, I was completely floored. I literally gasped.

If I had one critique, it’s that I wish we got more depth into their past lives—details about their families, environments, and what shaped them across the centuries. I also would’ve loved more chapters from Arden’s POV. Knowing how it felt for him to be both lover and executioner each time would’ve added even more emotional weight to the story.

Overall, this was such a fun and immersive read. If you’re looking for a book that’s heavy on vibes, with just the right mix of romance and mystery, this one will absolutely pull you out of a reading slump.

This book was a very unique love story. It was beautifully written and is very poetic. I felt every emotion while reading. Definitely would recommend. This book follows Evelyn and Arden through literally lifetimes of love and loss. The twist of it all I did not expect at all. This is literally a love story of souls.

“Maybe that’s all love is, in the end. An endless tempting of fate.”

Beautifully written with a gripping premise! Our Infinite Fates is a story of two star-crossed lovers, fated to find each other in each reincarnation of their lives and doomed to kill each other before they turn 18 years old.

As I said, this was a very intriguing premise for me! Seeing that this was described as Invisible Life of Addie LaRue meets This is How You Lose the Time War, one book which I adored so much (Addie LaRue) and another which has been on my list for a long time and have yet to dive into (Time War), I had a really good feeling about this one. It did not disappoint! While I think the story of Addie LaRue is much different, the themes of being an immortal being living a thousand lifetimes and never being able to truly belong anywhere for long were very similar. Another thing I loved about this that I think Addie fans would enjoy is the prose. The poetic nature of the writing lent very well to a story like this, spanning hundreds of years, allowing the author to really breathe life into these two characters.

“Like the sway of the sea and the tug of the tides, love is a moving, eternal thing. Let us not be afraid of the wax and the wane, the rise and the fall, the eternal undertow. Each time our souls meet, let us submerge our bodies in the bright blue cold, and let the waves make us anew.” A tear slid down the apple of her cheek. “I love you, and I have loved you, and I will love you.”

As far as the references to This is How You Lose the Time War, I can't speak to it much because, like I said, I haven't read it yet. However, my guess is that it likely has to do with this story involving different time periods and an LGBTQ+ aspect.

The romance was very well written! If you're a fan of fated mates, slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers and queers relationships, I would highly recommend it! All in all, this was a very enjoyable read!

Intriguing, compelling premise..... only with, unfortunately, severely lackluster execution. I wish I enjoyed this book more than I did because I truly did want to love it, but I just had such a hard time connecting with the characters and really buying into their ~fated love story— like, I feel like we were TOLD over and over again how much our MCs are Meant-to-Be™.... and yet it was still very hard for me to find it believable? And this is a big general pet peeve of mine when it comes to media: Don't just tell me, SHOW me! Show US! While there are flashbacks interspersed throughout to I think address this + add more depth to the story and the characters/their relationships, it mostly just felt repetitive after a certain point because it was just.... literally the same thing again and again; we never really learn anything new about them that worked to change my mind on how I am/was supposed to perceive their love. And the twists were just.... ugh. A lot left to be desired, as I finished reading with more questions than answers?? I will say though that I did think the writing style was rather pretty.... but it still wasn't/isn't enough for me to leave feeling satisfied. Anyway.... perhaps this one just wasn't for me, but I would still recommend it out to my own audience as I can see some definitely loving it also!

A delayed netgalley review: I am ofc so grateful to netgalley & the author & publisher for this arc, but I did read this physically from the Waterstones edition bc I love a pretty book and was so so excited about this one - but unfortunately I am left rather disappointed.

I think the writing of this book was beautiful, I really do. I was completely captivated by the first 200 or so pages. Highlighting lines that I thought were so beautifully written that I couldn’t wait to see and experience the love between Evelyn & Arden. So excited to see what this inescapable fate would bring them. I found Evelyn & Arden’s soul tie and ability to find and each other in every lifetime to be beautiful - and I couldn’t wait to see where this would go.

However, I think there were a few elements that fell flat to me: (1) we spent way too much time in the present for timeless immortal beings, there should have been more focus on the past lives, but instead we were given past lives always in the few moments before death. (2) i wish I saw their love play out, instead of being told over and over and OVER again about how much they love each other. I wanted to feel it, at the end of the day I read mostly for emotional impact and devastation - and this book had all the ingredients to bring me both on a silver platter, yet it failed to deliver by making the characters one dimensional and lacking personality. I wanted to feel that love, instead of being told that it is there.

Bottom line? I thought this book would wreck me, but it definitely didn’t. Even with my criticisms, it was going to be a 3.5/3.75⭐️ read for me, rounded up to four stars, because I did genuinely appreciate the beautiful writing in this book, especially the poetry. However, the last 5% ish brought it down for me because I did not enjoy the ending at all.

This was such an interesting concept. for hundreds of years the two main characters meet and maybe fall in love but ultimately die at each others hands before they turn 18 over and over again. I felt immersed in the main "life" and liked that we were able to learn more about the characters by getting to see some of the more important lives they lived. The twist or explanation was not what i expected. Can't wait to recommend this to others. Thanks NetGalley!!

Our Infinite Fates by Laura Steven is a fantasy/love story about two souls that have known each other in many lifetimes. And they've had to kill each other in all of those lifetimes because they are cursed. But the lifetime that they're currently in is the most important one to Evelyn. She's grown attached to her family now. I really enjoyed this unique premise and appreciated the love story here. And the writing style was lovely to read as well: "The cruelest fate the gods and stars had ever written: the person I loved most in the world was the person that would ultimately destroy me." Definitely recommend. Thanks to NetGalley for the free digital review copy. All opinions are my own.

Our Infinite Fates is a young adult paranormal fantasy about two seventeen-year-olds trapped in a cycle of death and reincarnation over hundreds of years.

Evelyn and Arden are caught in an endless series of lifetimes, where they find each other only to die together and always before their eighteenth birthdays. Evelyn doesn’t understand why their deaths are necessary, and Arden isn’t giving her answers. In their latest incarnation, set in modern-day Wales, Evelyn is just days away from her eighteenth birthday and urgently needs to save her sister with a bone marrow transplant. But time is running out and she must stop Arden from killing her before she can complete the procedure.

This is a sweeping romantic novel with rich historical detail. Evelyn and Arden have lived many lives across the world over the span of a millennium, and readers get a glimpse into each one through individual chapters. I enjoyed seeing the different versions of them and unraveling the mystery behind their curse of destruction and rebirth. Arden’s poetry also features beautiful lines that I found myself highlighting.

Overall, this was an enjoyable fantasy novel about two fated souls struggling to hold on to their humanity despite their curse.

I had to take a couple days to gather all of my thoughts, and I still don’t what to say other than this book was 6 freaking stars!!!!⭐️

I have always been drawn to the idea of love and soul connections and this book literally wrote out that whole idea for me.

I felt just as tethered and connected to the story as the main characters did to each other. It was gripping, poetic, and such an original idea. I don’t think I will ever shut up about this book.

If you love the prose of Divine Rivals and the story of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, then you will love this book!

Thank you so much to NetGalley for this eARC!