The novel shines in its complex character dynamics. Logan Evans, her brooding coworker, initially seems distant and hostile but soon emerges as an unexpected ally. Their slow-burning romance is well-developed, filled with tension, vulnerability, and mutual healing. The chemistry between them is palpable, and his own hidden past adds another layer of intrigue to the plot.

Beyond the romance, the book explores profound themes grappling with grief, uncovering painful family secrets, and questioning who can truly be trusted. The revelation that her father wasn’t as perfect as she once believed adds emotional depth, while her estranged mother’s disappearance raises even more uncertainties. Each twist keeps the reader hooked, making this not just a love story but a compelling mystery.

Every now and again I enjoy a foray into young adult, angsty reads. I can't do them often, but when they are well done, they definitely hold a place in my heart. And this one was well done. Sure, it's a bit dramatic, but what young adult read isn't? Sure there is insta-romance but, again, what young adult story isn't? It had some twists that I didn't anticipate and I really enjoyed it.

This book kind of had everything! Suspense/mystery, romance, anticipation. I have not read the other books by Sloan, and will be checking them out or adding to my list stat! Enjoyable. The pace was generally consistent. A solid read!

This book didn't really grab my attention and I felt it moved quite slowly until I hit about the 60-70% mark. Once I hit that point, the ball really started rolling! I couldn't get enough of the last chunk of the book and really enjoyed the twists and turns and reveals that happened. I felt awful that the female main character River had gone through so much. The characters were enjoyable. At times I did feel like the characters were a little immature, but given their age, I suppose it is par for the course. I was glad to get a little glimpse into the future at the very end. Overall, I enjoyed this book - I just wish it had gotten my attention a little sooner than the over halfway point.

I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinions.

This was such a good read! You could easily finish it in one sitting. I was hooked from the beginning as the main character was so likable. I was rooting for River but also being heartbroken for her all at the same time. Knowing Logan had a secret the entire time really amped up the tension and suspense. The author did a great job creating plot twist after plot twist and yet it was still easy to understand. If you're looking for a thriller, this is the one.

Sexy, plot twists, trust issues and grief. River and Logan's journey isnt easy but grips you in and swallow you into their world.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Ohhh my!!! This book yall. Let me tell you you will feel all the feels. The drama starts right off the bat but man oh man is there some beyond crazy twists I never ever saw coming. The characters are great. The romance is decent. There’s not a whole lot of smut but that makes up for it in angst and curveballs thrown right at your face. Oof finished it in one day and it was great.

This YA suspense book had a lot going on. Equal parts mystery/suspense and romance, this was a quick read that kept me entertained.

River has lost everything- her dad, her home and her mom has been missing for a year. She’s not entirely alone-she has her best friend, her Tita and a job as well as two million dollars that was donated through a gofundme. She’s dealing with grief, hoping her mom comes back to her and boys.

This reads very much like a YA with angst and drama. It was a slow start for me but picked up quickly. I love books with Filipino rep so this was a plus for me! There are some details that don’t make sense but that’s okay, this is about vibes and enjoying the ride.

While this book does not have true spice, it does have some passionate moments!

A solid 4.5 stars to All We Lost Was Everything. The first page of this book grabbed me and didn't let go until the end. I was not expecting to be so engrossed with this book. The cover caught my attention, the description intrigued me and the genre tags had me quickly requesting a copy. Admittedly, the genre tags were a little misleading "Romance/Young Adult/Mystery/Thriller/Dark Romance/Fiction/Mystery/Thriller/Contemporary Romance". Categorizing this as a Dark Romance or Thriller is a bit of a stretch, however, I still thoroughly enjoyed it. I mean, there was an element of Romance, and parts of the story were certainly Dark. However, terming it Dark Romance is inaccurate. I would loosely consider this to be a Psychological Thriller, but not really. All that being said, it was still not a Light Hearted Romance by any means.
I'm not entirely sure what I was expecting with this book but this was not it! In the best of ways. This book shattered me and put the pieces back together again. I was enthralled and captured by this story, the development, the characters, and the unanticipated twists. I fell in love with the characters. My heart broke over and over for River and I think I was crushing just as hard on Logan. I liked the writing style. Plenty of imagery that invokes feelings. Excellent plot. I love it when a book can catch me off guard and this delivered. I sincerely enjoyed this book.
*Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of All We Lost Was Everything in exchange for a fair and honest review*

Whoa! 🤯👀 Thank you @netgalley and @penguinbooks for this ARC. I had no idea what I was in for, and couldn’t have been more engaged or drawn into the mysteries and secrets of this small town story. So much fun!

River has experienced so much loss - her mom took off, her dad died in a house fire that stole everything from her. She gets by with the amazing support of her aunt and best friend, Tawny. She spends her days working at the local diner alongside Tawny and she is shocked when Logan, her handsome and broody coworker who she thinks dislikes her, begins showing interest.

So many twists and surprises! I highly recommend this one.

This YA novel has an interesting premise, with a good amount of intrigue built in; I found that while the plot felt overly-complicated at times, some of those mysteries and secrets were quite compelling. This makes the book a real page-turner and helps to balance out the emotional heft. It has a really nice blend of mystery, suspense, and romance. Overall, a fast and entertaining read.
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Where do I even begin? This was tragic and beautiful and I was addicted.

River’s mom took off, her boyfriend broke up with her and her whole world turned to ash in a house fire. After the death of her father sends her reeling and lost, River is just trying to find her new normal. Someone gave her two million dollars and instead of using it, she continues to work at the local diner with her best friend, Tawny. There, she finds Logan. First brooding and seemingly repulsed by her, he softens and soon begins a whirlwind romance. With River’s mom still long gone and text messages unanswered, River longs for the truth. Soon, she realizes she can’t trust anyone and everyone has something to hide.

This had everything! The romance, the suspense, the mystery and a few laughs thrown in. I was locked in and not willing to put it down until I got my answers! I enjoyed the characters and even the villains, I found some sympathy for.

The plot twist was twistinggg for sure and I was holding on for dear life until the very last page! This is a must read for sure!

The plot was very twisty. The length was a bit long for my liking but it was a decent and enjoyable dark thriller.

Fast, exciting read!! I enjoyed all the characters, especially River. She struggled so much with all the losses in her life.

I love twisty plots but this one was almost too much… I would have been perfectly happy with an ending at about 80% of the book. 4.5 🌟Just my opinion!

Many thanks to NetGalley and publishers for the advanced reader’s copy in exchange for my honest review.

a fast-paced, emotional rollercoaster that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. River Santos is a complex, likable character who has suffered unimaginable loss, and you can’t help but root for her as she tries to rebuild her life after her house burns down. The mysterious two-million-dollar donation adds a gripping layer of intrigue, especially when River starts wondering who could be behind it and what their true motives are.

The romance with Logan Evans, her brooding and standoffish coworker, is a slow burn, and their chemistry makes for a satisfying, if slightly frustrating, dynamic. The tension between them is palpable, and as secrets from their pasts begin to unravel, their attraction grows even more intense. But it’s not just the romance that keeps you hooked—it’s River’s journey of discovering painful truths about her family and the people around her. The twists and turns make it hard to put down, and while some might feel the final revelations come a bit too late in the book, they add a necessary layer of suspense.

One caveat: the plot can be a bit over-the-top at times, with more twists than necessary, and the final act may feel like it’s going a bit too far.

Thanks NetGalley, G.P. Putnam, and author Sloan Harlow for advanced copy for honest review.

River Santos has never had it easy but now she is at the end of her rope. Her father dies in a house fire and has no other option but than to move in with her aunt. She works a shitty job at a diner where Logan works. Never paid her no mind when of the woodwork, Logan starts giving her attention. New information comes forward of her father's death and the fire. What is everyone's motives. Trying to react revenge. Maybe finish what was started.
4 Stars, recommend. Anticipated May book

All We Lost Was Everything
By: Sloan Harlow

3 Stars

When River loses her father plus everything she owns in a house fire, she feels like she will never be the same again. Her mother has already been missing. She has her aunt, her best friend, and maybe even a new boyfriend. Soon, her father's death brings about more questions that she never knew she needed answered.

This was a good mix of mystery, romance, and thriller, all mixed with a large amount of teenage angst. I liked this story. I liked the characters. You can't help but feel for River. After all she goes through, it is heartbreaking. But, the back and forth with Logan and Noah and her, it was just a bit much. Like I mentioned, "Teen Angst". By the end, I was glad to have read it, but, honestly, I was getting a bit bored. It was an easy read that was both well written and engaging, which is why I kept reading. I was still sucked into the mystery that wrapped around River and her parents.

*I want to thank Netgalley and the author for this book in return for my honest review*

Stormi Ellis
Boundless Book Reviews

I was glued to the pages of this one! This was one of those books that is constantly on my mind to finish reading because I must find out what happens. Like what responsibilities can I avoid in order to be able to sit and get lost in this story. But at the same time, I loved it so much that I didn't want it to end. The emotions that Sloan Harlow can evoke is a real talent. Romance with some thrill and good twists is my favorite type. All We Lost Was Everything is captivating and well written!

Thanks to NetGalley and PENGUIN GROUP Penguin Young Readers Group | G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers for a digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Perfect book. Was not expecting to enjoy this as much as I did. Honestly couldn’t put it down.
Can’t wait for more from this author.

All We Lost Is Everything

4.25 rounded down⭐️

18 year old River is going through it… her mom disappeared, her boyfriend broke up with her, and her childhood home burnt to ash with her father inside. She’s barely hanging on trying to navigate the loss, grief, and loneliness that comes with this series of unfortunate events. She finds solace in the love of her aunt, the support of her best friend, and her attraction to her co-worker, Logan. But as things start to come to light, River quickly learns that everyone is siding something and begins to question everything she thinks she knows about the people she loves.

I love a good romantic suspense and this was no different. While I had some suspicions, for once I did not see all of the twists coming. The story sucks you in from the very beginning and is a fast paced mystery thriller with a budding romance element. It is YA but does touch on some dark themes and has some explicit language and intimacy. I enjoyed having the multiple POVs and the mom’s the letters to give varying perspectives.

There were some consistency issues and the timeline was really unclear and possibly contradicting at times so hopefully this gets another good round of edits before publishing. It also would have been great to get a little more depth from the MMC but overall I really enjoyed this read and will check out other works by this author.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group| G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers for the opportunity to read this eARC and provide my honest opinion.