This book was absolutely wild in the most psychologically messed-up way. Rosie’s journey—especially with the heart transplant twist—was both fascinating and unsettling. The tension between her and Morgan kept me on edge the whole time, especially with the darker rumors surrounding him. The whole story had such an unpredictable vibe, which made it a thrilling, if not unsettling, read. Plus, knowing the author is local just added an extra layer of intrigue for me. Definitely not your typical romance!

I haven't been in much of a thriller mood lately, but Cross My Heart totally surprised me in the best way. The premise felt fresh and unique
-something about it just hooked me right away. Even though the ending was a little predictable, the journey getting there was full of twists and turns that kept me going.

What really made it stand out for me was the romance subplot. It added just the right amount of emotional depth without taking away from the suspense. I found myself just as invested in the characters' relationship as I was in the mystery unfolding around them.
Overall, it was a fast, fun, and suspenseful read. I think this mood will definitely appeal to the mood readers like me who crave a little bit of everything!

Thank you to NetGalley & Atria for the eARC!

This was the first book I had read by this author and I enjoyed it. Good character development. Will be reading more from her.

Rosie receives a heart transplant and becomes infatuated with the husband of the donor. A domestic thriller filled with so many twists and turns you won't be able to put it down!
I loved this book. Dare I say it's my new favorite Megan Collins read?! If you're looking for a fast paced thriller to suck you in, this is the one!
5 stars!

thank you to netgalley for the e-arc. collins is one of my go-to thriller writers and i was looking forward to this even before getting an arc. this one particularly reminded me how fun it was to read gone girl the first time. there was so much going on but it never lost the plot or twists.

I absolutely loved this book! From the Taylor Swift-inspired dedication to the unhinged storyline, I was thoroughly entertained! 4.5⭐️

I was so hooked on this book, I grabbed a library copy and was asked by a dozen coworkers about it. The cover is captivating. Here’s the good….. totally gripping, unreliable narrator, at some points during reading I thought is Rosie insane… or am I??? The first twist was great, the reveal… excellent. The ending, totally lackluster and takes from the potential. Literally the only ending I didn’t want is what it was! This would have been a 5 ⭐️ if the ending was different. I can’t give it away but totally silly ending for a book that sucked me in and held me tight for the entire ride. How could you?????

A twisty novel about a heart transplant patient that becomes obsessed with her donor’s husband 👀

I mean, do I really need to tell you more?? Because that’s all I needed to hear to pique my interest! From the very first chapter I was hooked.

Rosie is such a complex main character, with many faults. But she is so endearing, it’s hard to not root for her. I often found myself metaphorically wringing my hands because she was very clearly making poor choices, but my heart (no pun intended) felt for her because I could see kind of see why she would do the things she did.

The twists kept me guessing the entire time and I think the ending was done perfectly. I finished the book in two days and it’s been a while since I’ve done that!

Highly recommend! 4.5 stars!

Thank you so much to NetGalley for this ARC!

Rosie is just a woman who wants to find The One. The story takes place about a year after she received a heart transplant that saved her life. And she uses her app DonorConnect to figure out whose heart she received. Soon she figures out that it is that of the wife of a best selling author, whom she is a fan. So she uses the app to connect with him... and uses it as her own personal dating app!

This story had me intrigued right from the beginning. I always found it fascinating. What if a transplant recipient had the ability to take on the personality and interests of their donor? Of course it seemed to be happening in this story but was it really Morgan whom she was falling for? Or was it the idea that she was so eager to find love?

Then the crazy twists happened... and I just couldn't put it down! When I thought I had it figured out I found I was wrong. I really enjoyed this story. The characters weren't super likable to me, but it was interesting to see how the story would play out. It was definitely something a bit different. I really enjoyed this one!!

Megan Collins’ Cross My Heart offers an initially intriguing premise , but its execution falters due to underdeveloped characters, predictable plotting, and sluggish pacing. , The prose remains serviceable but unremarkable, punctuated by stilted dialogue and a rushed resolution that leaves subplots unresolved; though a few scenes deliver genuine tension and the concept’s creativity hints at potential, the novel ultimately feels like a missed opportunity, leaning on genre tropes without offering the depth or originality needed to stand out in the crowded thriller landscape.

This was a great book! I loved it and love the author! I highly recommend reading this next to everyone

After Rosie receives a heart transplant, she begins corresponding with the widowed husband of her donor. Morgan Thorne is a writer, and there is some who suspect that he is responsible for his wife's death.
Morgan begins dating Rosie, but all is not as it seems. There are a few big surprises in this book, and everything you thought was happening gets turned on its head.
At times, you wonder about everyone in the book! Many red herrings.

This was a wild, entertaining ride. I thought it was going to be a cat and mouse thriller, then I thought it was an unreliable narrator book, and then... I'll stop there so I don't need a spoiler alert. I'll just say it was fun and twisty and kind of ridiculous - in a mostly good way.

I read an ARC of this book from NetGalley. All comments are my own.

Mystery/Thriller

Rosie has received a heart transplant after a devastating personal rejection. She believes she knows who the donor was and starts communicating with their family. According to some diary entries, Rosie's relationship with the donor's husband becomes inappropriate. But is that the truth?

There are also indications that Rosie's donor may have been murdered.

Normally, I dislike the unreliable narrator trope, but Collins is masterful in weaving this story together. I loved it!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my ARC of this novel.

This dark, twisty novel had me from the very beginning. The mixed media aspect of the emails was something I really loved, and it seemed so unique that they are talking to each other after a heart transplant. It's definitely not something I would have thought of before. Overall, I would definitely recommend this thriller to anyone who loves the genre - it's a unique concept!

Very unique premise and I loved the author's inspiration for this book 🥺

Rosie was a surprisingly relatable protagonist I could empathise with. Her experiences and commentary on the modern dating scene, her being labelled as too intense, too much, too everything... 💯 so well done!

As a thriller, I thought this was just fine though. It wasn't particularly thrilling nor did it blow my mind despite some surprises (that felt excessive at times). Good read overall, but forgettable too.

I enjoy the premise of this book , It was fun read, i know it was lightly inspired by Taylor swift song, which i love. This is my first time reading a Megan Collins books , i can't wait to read more from her.

Of course my first review of 2025 would be @megancollinswriter‘s newest novel, Cross My Heart. I’ve been a huge fan of her books since her first and I can honestly say this is her best work!!

Rosie Lachlan is in love with her heart donor’s husband - he just doesn’t know it yet. But through a series of emails back and forth through Donor Connect, she’s able to form a bond with the one and only Morgan Thorne, successful author and likely suspect in the murder of his wife, at least, if the online gossip is to be believed. As Rosie grows closer to Morgan, she begins to wonder if maybe those rumors are true after all.

I don’t want to say too much more about the plot because there’s just so much to discover that’s worth waiting for.

From the amazing Taylor Swift references to the ending I never saw coming, Cross My Heart is one epic read.

Get it now at one of my favorite retailers. Thank you @netgalley and @atriabooks for the gifted e-copy in exchange for my honest review.

I tore through Cross My Heart. This book had me hooked from start to finish. I think this book has taken the top spot in my Megan Collins’ reads. Highly recommend!!

I am not fully sure about this one. It was an easy read that I was able to get through quickly, but some of the conversations were awkward and just unbelievable. Ultimately, it’s a story that I liked while I was in it, but won’t remember for long.