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This was a fun read, I really loved everything about this book. I was so thankful to get to read it.

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Oh wow, such a great story. This book was everything I expected and more. Love the story , the set up , the dynamic. Enjoyed every second of it . Recommending 100%

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When writing fanfiction and your real-life celebrity muse, who happens to be a member of the fandom, lands in your family restaurant, what do you do?

This is a sweet story. Easy to read and the author should be complimented for not following the plot timing du jour.
This story rolls along allowing our FMX, Diana and MMC, Sam, to meet, to get to know each other and to be the friend they each need in that moment of their lives. The support Sam received through his return to the stage and Diana to the next chapter of her life were important messy, real experiences the author gave page time to. Nothing felt rushed. The friendship Diana and Sam developed was a lovely vehicle to carry their subtle romance. The extended family aspect was delightful and I could fully imagine the loving chaos around the family table in the restaurant kitchen. There is secret identity and misrepresentation to drive tension and the author has made the choices that best fit her characters.

With thanks to 8th Note Press, the author, Molly Dun and NetGalley for a copy of the eARC to read and review.

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I thought this book was going to be silly and a bit ridiculous (but very fun). But what it ended up being was an inexplicably heartwarming story about family, learning to be yourself, and how to be honest with those you love. I adored the chaotic inner workings of Diana's French family and all the emotions tied up in their family restaurant nestled in the heart of New York. It was delightful watching Sam get swallowed up in their warm glow and learn how to be human again. The story was beautiful and fun and silly and a genuine delight to read.

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Book Rating: 3/5

This was an okay read for me. The premise was interesting, but at times, the story dragged, and I struggled to connect with some of the scenarios.

This is totally a me thing, but I think I’ve just moved past a certain stage in my reading where some aspects felt a bit unrealistic. I could see this being more popular with a younger audience, though! A lot of my hiccups came down to personal preference, which is why I’m giving it a three star rating.

That said, I know there are readers out there who would love this and rate it much higher. So if a fanfic author meeting her muse in real life sounds like your thing, definitely give it a try!

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This was just amazing! I literally couldn't get enough of it.
Diana and Sam were both amazing characters. Diana was easily my favorite. I just loved how Diana was able to meet the person she wrote fanfics of in person. Their entire friendship was heartwarming, and it was easy to see that they had chemistry between them. I was literally rooting for them the entire time.


This is definitely a must-read book!



Thank you 8th Note Press for the copy!

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This is a fun, entertaining read. Sam and Diana are interesting, relatable, intriguing, caring, strong, wounded, complex, entertaining characters. I enjoyed their romance and the path it took to get to their HEA. These two are fun to spend time with. I enjoyed the family and friends aspects of the story. The secondary characters added to the fabric of the story and my enjoyment. The story is easy to read and get into.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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This was a 3.5 stars. It was a cute book the characters of lovely. The only thing is that the slow burn is really slow. But I really love the characters and the chemistry between them. Also, I was laughing out loud with all the references to the actual real celebrities.

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I'll admit that when I first started this book I thought it was going to be a DNF for me but it quickly changes and I was able to get right into it. I ended up really liking this story and I thought it was romantic and sweet. I wasn't quite sure how the author would end this one but I was happy with the ending and I am happy for Sam and Diana.

This was every fanfic writer's dream come true.

Thank you NetGalley and 8th Note Press for access to the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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I really enjoyed this book. This is the first time I have read this author, and I was not disappointed. I found it to be well written, entertaining, and full of romance. I enjoyed every minute of it. I can't wait to read more from this author. I absolutely recommend this book to the romance readers.

Thank you Net Galley, 8th Note Press, and Molly Dunn

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This book starts out with a bunch of petty squabbling between adult sisters. It wasn’t the fun tone I expect of a rom-com. DNF.

Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC.

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I sat with this one for quite a bit. I really love a good slow burn, but this one was slow. I liked the plot in theory, but something just didn't click for me. I found it difficult to connect with the characters, which made it tough to push through and finish the book. With that said, I felt the book deserved a fair shot so I’m glad I stuck with it (even if it took a while). All in all, not my cup of tea but the Wattpad nostalgia it gave at times (iykyk!) was definitely a treat!

Thank you NetGalley and 8th Note Press for providing the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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Fanfiction meets Romcom. A wonderfully romantic and heartwarming story between a fanfic writer and her favorite musician. I absolutely loved it!

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This was so amazing, a cute love story showing the real world through you,

The plot and caracters were so easily drawn to.

I loved the story.

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The slowest burn but so worth it! This is cute and very hallmark fall vibes. If you want cozy and banter then this is it

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OMG this book had me grinning like an idiot and squealing like a highschool girl. It was such a cutesy romance and I legit couldn’t get enough. I loved the whole fact that each of them had the secret online identity and that she was in love with him not because he was famous but because he was just him.

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I like the concept of this story but the pace was so slow for me. I had a hard time keeping my attention. The back and forth was great but I wish something would have happened early in the book to keep me invested.

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This book is a cute fun read! It has dual POV, friends to lovers, slow burn. There was a lot I loved about this book but there were also some flaws and plot holes.

Diana is a chef at one of her families french cafes and Sam is a celebrity who just suffered a vocal injury and had to end his tour for rehabilitation. Diana was working at the cafe to help out her family but her secret dream is to become an author. She is a huge fan of Sam Raymond and when he walks into her cafe one day she couldn’t believe it. Especially since she was anonymously writing fan fics about him.

Sam is a celebrity who just suffered a vocal injury and is recovering at his new apartment in New York not far from the cafe where Diana is working and where she grew up. He found this cafe by chance one day and he never stopped coming back. Sam was struggling but he found comfort in the cafe with Diana’s amazing cooking and loving but overwhelming family.

This journey the two of them were on together was so fun to read and I loved seeing how sweet Sam was and all the things he did for Diana. The chevalier family is one I would love to be a part of or even just know, they were so supportive and loving no matter the issues that came up for them.

There were a few things in this book that felt a little drawn out and some that were rushed such as the ending. I wish we could’ve gotten a little more at the end that showed Sam and Diana on their new journey. Overall I loved this read and I would recommend giving it a try!

*Thank you NetGally for the ARC*

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I will be totally transparent: I was not expecting to love this book as much as I did. I didn’t feel like I resonated very much with the premise of the story, but I was excited to try something new and wanted to be totally open. I fell completely in love with this story, the characters, and their love. It truly swept me off my feet.

Molly Dunn does an amazing job making the reader feel immersed in the environment. Describing the surroundings, the ambience, the smells, the taste of the delicious food. THE FOOD! I loved La Vie En Rose. I want to eat all the scrumptious meals. This book has the best New York autumnal vibes. I felt constantly embraced in a warm hug. I felt like I needed to get on a plane immediately to go to Riverside Park and visit all the spots mentioned.

I really appreciated being pulled into the excitement of the Chevaliers. I truly felt apart of the family – the drama and all. I loved getting to know all their personalities and how they operate as a family. MOLLY! I *beg* to have additional books featuring Giselle and Em (featuring our precious Diana and Sam and updates on how they are doing, of course)!

I was very confused by the panic about the financial repercussions of La Vie En Rose closing. It made it seem that the family was in dire straits, however, the parents had several other businesses and would be just fine. So, that was a bit confusing for me. I feel that if there was less pressure from the family financial concerns – and just focused on the fact that this was a historic monument in New York and how much it connected the family – I think that would have resonated more.

Attention readers, strap in for a slow burn. This is not a fast, whirlwind romance. This romance needed time to develop, much like some of the mouth-watering recipes that Diana was cooking up. However, if you wait patiently, you will really fall in love with the safe and warm bond between Diana and Sam.

This felt so utterly nostalgic, the little Tumblr romance. I literally felt like I was back in high school again. I never dove into the fanfiction world, but I felt like I got a taste with this story. It never felt cringey or juvenile to me. I think it was a great writing outlet for Diana that was looking for the courage to turn her writing into a budding career. I do wish that I had gotten more glimpses into the relationship between D and S to really understand the depth of their relationship.

I absolutely love a happily ever after. I love knowing my favorite couple is happy and thriving. However, I do really appreciate an open-ended ending. The reader can determine the fate of the couple.

I highly recommend reading this precious autumn story. Definitely make sure to cue the French music for peak reading immersion.

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I really liked this book, it was a very slow burn for me, but once I got into the story, I was wanting more, and how close they were to each other at the beginning. It was crazy. The fan fiction part of the story was cool as someone who has dreamed of writing things about famous people and them coming into my life. It was very cozy and I enjoyed it. I didn't want it to end.Thank you for the chance to read this.

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