"you between the lines" is a captivating exploration of love, loss, and self-discovery, centered around leigh simon. i particularly enjoyed reading the various poems leigh crafted for her workshop. they serve as a mirror to her character arc, showing her growth and struggles throughout the story. both leigh and will are incredibly relatable; leigh’s tendency to people-please and will’s struggle with his father’s limited praise create a compelling dynamic. their relationship is beautifully portrayed, with will helping leigh find her voice in poetry, which emphasizes their complementary nature. the impact of leigh’s parents' recent separation on her view of relationships adds depth to her character. it’s frustrating to see her push will away, but this conflict feels authentic and relatable, reflecting the complexities of young love. one stylistic choice that bothered me was the frequent use of parentheses, which sometimes disrupted the flow of the narrative. however, this is a minor quibble in an otherwise engaging read. overall, this book is an enjoyable journey, and i can’t wait to have a copy in my hands to revisit it

This book was so good that I couldn't stop reading but I didn't want it to end. I adore Leigh and Will as a couple and even though it took some time, I'm so glad they got their HEA. I loved the college setting and getting a peak into an MFA program even if it was fictional and I loved reading their poetry. I want to thank the author for putting in a couple of surprise twists and some angst because it made them ending up together that much sweeter.

YOU BETWEEN THE LINES was a one-sitting read for me. I know nothing about poetry and I was a little worried that I wouldn't connect to the content, but from start to finish I did not want to put this book down. The story, the characters, the writing style—they all hooked me as a reader and made me feel just about every emotion possible.

The writing was gorgeous, the story was angsty and engaging and sexy, and Leigh and Will both felt so real to me. As a fellow anxious, creative woman with people-pleasing tendencies and a dash of imposter syndrome myself lol, I felt super seen by Leigh's journey. I can't wait to see what this author does next, she's definitely one I'll be watching for.

What a gorgeous book, a sincere ode to romance as a genre, writing, and millenials who love Taylor Swift. Truly it felt like this book was made for me.

Leigh had a crush on Will back in high school, but then he tore her work apart. Now, years later, they are rivals at the same MFA program and in competition for the same fellowship.

The two of them are undeniably drawn together. Naymon’s lush and descriptive prose pull us into Leigh’s mind as she and Will fall for each other in a messy and real way. The poems interspersed in the book are a true highlight, and a little extra window into the characters’ minds.

This book is filled with realistic dialogue, sharp and specific prose, and spicy and steamy scenes that make you shiver. Do yourself a treat and preorder this book immediately.

Great book!! Interesting characters and believable plot. The book was just the right length to tell the story. Would read another book by this author