Thank you Netgalley for an ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review 🫶🏽

Any Trope But You follows Margot, a bestselling romance author that gets cancelled when her fans discover she doesn't really believe in HEA. Margot ends up in Alaska so she can try and write a new book. Enters Forrest, Mr. Perfect, Mr. Fits-Every-Romance-Trope-Ever-Written.

Let's start by saying that I enjoyed the setting so much, it made me want to pick up my phone and book a trip to Alaska for a couple of weeks! I would've liked having more excursions and adventures at North Star Lodge to dive even deeper in this setting.

Any Trope But You was a cute and cozy romance. Although, it was hard for me to get into the book and to connect with the characters. Maybe I just wasn't in the right mood for such a light, fluffy romance. I felt like I needed more character development, more growth from both Margot and Forrest. That being said, I liked the side characters and Forrest's family. Overall, it was a fun and cute read!

4.5/5 ⭐️ rounded up. Loved this one. Although there were aspects I didn’t care for (I found the self-aware, meta romance-novel-trope internal dialogue to be grating and somewhat nonsensical) and found the pacing off at times (too much insta-love), the Emily Henry-calibre banter and cringe-free spice made up for it. Thank you Netgalley and Atria for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I devoured this book in less than 24 hours, and if that doesn't encourage you to read it, I plan on trying to do so with the rest of this review. Margot is a romance writer with her sister Savannah as a side kick. I myself have a younger sister and me and her are the best of friends, just like Margot and Van.

When an online meet and greet goes wrong, Van plans a six-week get away for Margot to Alaska to write her new manuscript. But she also had hopes of Margot finding her HEA (happily ever after). The Great Outdoors was a bit of a shell-shock for Margot, especially when she meets Bullwinkle the moose. This is where she bumps into Forrest. We LOVE Forrest.

He was the quintessential male lead in a romance book and he played the part. I loved that he was adventure seeking and a leader. The excursions he led were so fun to read about, even when Margot was a bit of a fish out of water. That just made it so much better!!

I do not want to give away too much, but I loved this book so much. I loved that it took place in Alaska, I dream of going there one day with my HEA. I loved the love interest, grumpy girl meets mister sunshine. The smut was gooood!! I wouldn't say it was a slow burn because I did devour this book in less than a day, but the spice happened later in the book. But the build-up was soooo worht the wait; I loved the one-tent trope ;)

Happy reading xx

An Alaskan mountain man as our love interest? COUNT ME IN.

This book had all the tropes, and it completely stole my heart. I received it as an ARC, and apparently, it’s set to release in April—which feels like a huge disservice to the story itself. The entire book takes place during winter at an Alaskan vacation lodge… why isn’t this coming out in a winter month?!

Our main character, Margot, is a romance author who doesn’t really believe in happily-ever-afters—she’s too jaded. Meanwhile, Forrest, our lodge-owning, heart-of-gold genius, is the perfect man. Seriously, I adored him.

Margot and Forrest’s love story made me swoon. Yes, it was tropey, and yes, I’ve read similar stories before, but the execution? Flawless. Their chemistry was undeniable, even as they tried to fight it. What made it even better was how self-aware the characters were.

I also wish we had just one or two more chapters—maybe an epilogue—because a lot happens in the third act, and I wanted to see more of the aftermath.

That being said, everything else was fantastic. Forrest was an incredible MMC, the Alaskan setting was beautifully immersive, and the supporting characters each brought something special to the story. And once again, the writing itself was just so good.

Any Trope But You is a super cute trope-filled romance that had me wanting to book a trip to a remote lodge in Alaska (but only if the caretaker is exactly like Forrest). The dual POV was perfect and the tropes were done in a really fun way that didn’t take itself too seriously. Margot and Forrest’s spicy slow burn romance was so great and I loved both of their characters.

There are also a lot of great messages in this book about finding yourself, healing, and holding out hope for your happily ever after. I would highly recommend this to romance lovers looking for something funny and lighthearted but also emotional and heartwarming.

Thank you to Atria and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

4.5 stars

Any Trope But You by Victoria Lavine is a fun spin on your typical rom-com.

Margot Bradley is a well-known loved romance author who delivers satisfying happily ever afters… inspired by her readers & her dear younger sister Savannah, Margot continues to churn out the best-sellers even after she stops believing in love……. she secretly creates a “Happily Never After” document that gives alternative endings to the happily ever afters in her romance novels. Unfortunately, someone leaks this document and Margot is canceled by her biggest fans.

Savannah has a history of sickness and Margot has devoted her life to being there and making sacrifices to take care of her sister no matter what. Savannah decides to send Margot to Alaska for a 6 week vacation. Savannah writes Margot letters that she can receive weekly after participating in the outdoorsy events of the “resort.” Margot intends to reinvent herself as a murder-mystery author, but she meets a MOUNTAIN DADDY named Forrest who stops her heart in its tracks…


This book is spicy, hilarious, and heartwarming. We get a satisfying DUAL POV from Margot & Forrest… and have some fun adventures with the other guests ;P Margot & Forrest are both self sacrificing to take care of the people who matter most, and the two connect in ways they never intended.

I would highly recommend this book to rom-com lovers - this book was a lot of fun and kept me captivated.

Thanks so much to NetGalley and Atria Books for the ARC in exchange for my honest review. I look forward to reading more from the author.

Grab your copy once it hits the shelves on April 1st!

I thoroughly enjoyed Any Trope But You and found it to be exceptionally well-written. The descriptions were relatable without feeling overly formal, and the characters were rich in depth and personality, which quickly drew me into their stories. I particularly appreciated how the narrative didn’t focus solely on the romantic relationship between the two main characters, but also highlighted the importance of their loyalty and love for their families. This added a layer of emotional complexity to the story.

The supporting characters were equally well-developed, with vivid descriptions that brought them to life. Savannah's letters, in particular, evoked both laughter and tears, showcasing the author’s skill in creating a heartfelt, engaging narrative.

This book is a charming and delightful read—an absolute must for both die-hard romance fans and those who may have grown disillusioned with the genre. It’s a relatable take on romance that will resonate with readers of all kinds.

In the acknowledgments, the author refers to this book as "a love letter to the romance genre", which nails my feelings on the story.

It's cheesy and over the top, very, very trope-y, but that's the point of this one (as the title implies). Fun, silly, and eye-rolling at times. The writing wasn't as strong as many other rom-coms I've read, but overall, I enjoyed this book.

Publishing April 1, 2025. Check it out!

Thanks to NetGalley and Atria for the advanced copy!

✨Review - Any Trope But You by @victorialavinewrites

This was such a fun take on the romcom genre. Margot is a romance writer who doesn’t believe in happily ever afters (gasp!) and after a hacker discovers her secret “Happily Never After” file and posts it for all her readers to see, she flees to remote Alaska to reinvent herself my writing a murder mystery.

Upon arrival, however, she meets Forrest, and finds herself living out every romance trope in the book, all while fighting the connection she feels.

Due to the nature of the plot, this one runs the gamut of romcom tropes:

💕 Enemies to lovers
💕 Forced proximity
💕 Damsel in distress
💕 One bed . . . I mean, tent
💕 Swoon-worthy, near-perfect book boyfriend
💕 And I feel like Alaska should be a trope all its own

This book is a phenomenal debut. Fast-paced, creative, nuanced, and immersive - I couldn’t put it down. Oh, and dual POV. 👌

And the way it incorporated mature themes like the weight of being a full-time caretaker for a sick or disabled family member was so well done.

If you’re a romcom fan, this one should definitely be on your radar. It released April 1 (no joke!)

A huge thanks to @simonschusterca @atriabooks and @netgalley for this eARC. All thoughts are my own.

*A couple open door scenes.

⁉️What is your favourite romance trope?

This is a fun RomCom. I loved the Alaska setting and the outdoorsy parts of it! It's also fun how so many different book tropes were included in the story throughout! I liked the characters and the supporting characters too and this was a book I wanted to read quickly, but also wanted it to last longer. There is so much humor I enjoyed, but also lots of heart (and a bit of steam!). I highly recommend it!

Una historia donde los protagonistas tienen que aprender que no todo lo tienen que resolver ellos mismos y sentirse responsables de todo lo que los rodea (Con lo cual me identifico mucho!)
Me gustó que la protagonista comparara todo lo que le sucedía con tropes románticos, pero llegó un momento donde me desesperó un poco ya que no seguía las reglas del campamento o el como encender una chimenea, entiendo que eso llevaba a que los protagonistas convivieran y se fueran conociendo, pero fue algo predecible.
La constante comparación de casi todo lo que hacia Forrest con su ex Adam y al mismo tiempo deseando que Forrest le pidiera que se quedara o cosas así que no son muy congruentes.
En general es un libro ligero que recomiendo para intercalar con lecturas un poco pesadas.

An absolutely enchanting book. The story keeps you hooked from beginning to end and you feel connected to the universe in a unique way. Thank you for letting me read this work of art.

a true love letter to romance novels!! I just love reading romance and I love how much this embraced the genre! This is a fun romance and I adore characters who are authors themselves.

A bit too repetitive and had some issues with the pace and tone in parts, but overall really enjoyed!

Any Trope But You

"Is this another trope? If so, I'm ok with it."

Oh my goodness this book was EXCELLENT! The banter was absolutely top notch. I'm still laughing about it. This was a FABULOUS, adorable, hilarious and spicy debut romcom.

Margot is a well-known romance author who has been cancelled by her readers and dropped by her publicist after she is outed for not believing in Happily Ever Afters. Looking to unplug from the drama, her sister sends her on a six week retreat off the grid in Alaska where she meets Forrest, a walking embodiment of all the best romance tropes. Margot does NOT believe in love and Forrest does NOT get involved with guests, but no one can resist the power of romance tropes. Laugh out loud adventures ensue as the tropes abound.

Come for the banter and the tropes, stay for the personal growth and the chemistry. There are some heavier themes as both Margo and Forrest are caregivers for family members but interwoven with the fun so the book still feels whimsical and heartwarming.

HIGHLY recommend this adorable romcom for:
- Tropes GALORE
- Forced proximity
- Only one tent
- Caregiving (for each other as well as their loved ones)
- Cinnamon role hero
- Romance author who doesn't believe in love
- Alaska winter setting
- Excellent banter

Thank you to Atria for this ARC! My opinions are my own. Any Trope But You is on shelves April 1, 2025!

A grumpy-meets-sunshine (with a twist) rom-com featuring themes of self-discovery, grief, and caregiving. Perfect for fans of Happiness for Beginners, this story delivers witty banter, emotionally developed characters, and a letter-writing element, and adventures, along with a beautiful representation of different kinds of love.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the early chance to read “Any Trope But You.”

I really enjoyed this debut romance from Victoria Lavine. Margot and Forrest were interesting characters and their progression from enemies to fiends to lovers, while encountering just about all of the normal romance tropes (snowed in, just one bed, etc.) was fun to read. The Alaska setting sounded cold but beautiful and added a layer of depth to the story. I recommend this to readers who enjoy contemporary romance and who are looking for a fun romance with some emotional depth. 4 stars.

Review of Netgalley copy (Hoping the book’s final edition is better edited.)

If you’re looking for a Cheesy, smutty book with all the tropes that a romcom could have to offer, this book is for you.
What I liked-
-The meet cute
-the adventurous aspect
-the relationships were described beautifully (between Margot and her sister; Forrest and his dad)
-the smut (yes, it’s smoky!)
-Bullwinkle! Wish we had more of him.

What I disliked-
-The book’s tone: This was inconsistent, shifting abruptly from playful to serious, making the transitions increasingly difficult to follow.
- Repetition: The narrative became repetitive, with to its constant mention of Happily Ever Afters and romance tropes.

Several bookstagrammers I follow were loving this book, so I was inspired to request an ARC and see what the hype was all about. I am so glad that I did! I am a huge fan of both swoony moments and open door scenes, and Victoria Lavine absolutely perfected the balance between sweet and spicy (that sauna scene  🥵🔥). 

Margot Bradley got cancelled by the romance reader community after her secret "Happily Never After" list was leaked. She believes that the only way she can continue supporting herself and her chronically ill sister is by making a genre shift. When her sister books her a six week stay at a remote Alaska inn, she thinks it will provide the perfect backdrop to inspire her murder mystery novel. When she finds herself leaping into the arms of a gorgeous lumberjack mere minutes after arriving at the inn, she cannot help but wonder if she will ever be able to shake the romance genre...

As the title and summary hint, romance tropes are sprinkled throughout the novel. There were some tropes that absolutely were critical to the storyline (I'm looking at you, only one sleeping bag), but there were times that it seemed as though the cap of the sprinkle jar fell off and every single trope was worked into the book, even if it did not advance the plot. 

Tropes aside, this book is a solid 4 star read for me. I really appreciated Margot's journey throughout the book. Like many women, she has put off caring for herself in order to care for those around her. It was a joy to watch her heal from heartbreak and find her inner strength. The romance is authentic and relatable, and I found myself wanting to book a trip to Alaska after reading. 

Read this book if you love:  
🌲 Self-discovery  
🥾 Found family  
🌲Only one sleeping bag   
🥾 Adorable nicknames
🌲 Forced proximity   
🥾 Wilderness / Alaskan setting  
🌲 Dual POV

TW: Both characters care for chronically ill family members. Additionally, there is moderate mention of the death of a parent from cancer.  

I will post a review of this book on my bookstagram account @thecozybookgal closer to release date!

This book felt like a gift for romance lovers like me! It was as if the author was writing a love letter to all of us who live to read about love and happily ever after.

When famous romance author Margot B finds herself canceled when her fans find out she doesn't believe in love or happily ever after, she decides to try and salvage her career by penning a murder mystery. Her sister books her a 6 week trip to Alaska so she can work at a remote lodge. Of course, as soon as she gets there, she runs into Forrest, the tall, sexy proprietor. From their adorable meet-cute, to forced proximity, he takes care of her, snowed in and more, she finds herself experiencing all the tropes she writes in her novels. But luckily she's jaded enough to recognize them and refuses to develop any real feelings for Forrest. At least, that's what she tries to convince herself.

This was the kind of book that makes me so happy to be a romance reader. The banter and wit were written so well, Forrest and Margot had so much chemistry, and I found myself smiling and laughing through the whole book. There were definitely some emotional moments, as both Margot and Forrest dealt with tough family issues, but the author managed to add them in without making it feel overly sad. I definitely recommend this to any reader who loves a cute, spicy, swoony, rom-com that's full of heart!

Thank you Netgalley and Atria books for the e-arc of this book.

This was an excellent romance- the themes ran a little deeper than your ordinary romance book, a trend that I am really enjoying. The characters are likable and realistic, I'm looking forward to more books by this author.