It bad at all! It was a little slow to start and not as steamy as I thought. Then again it is YA so it’s probably perfect!

“Everyone’s hiding something. I just didn’t realize that everyone was hiding everything.”

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of “All we lost was everything.” This is my first Sloan Harlow book but it will not be the last (i say this as I immediately ordered Everything We Never Said).

River Santos has lost everything. Her father perished in a fire that almost took her life as well. Her mother has left and is nowhere to be found. The man who she thought was the love of her life broke up with her without any indication as to why. She’s working a dead end job in a diner trying to pick through the rubble that was left behind.

A new love enters her life, and just as she is healing from the emotional pain and moving forward, new details emerge that the fire that took her father’s life might not have been an accident.

My oh my did this book take a twisty turn that I wasn’t expecting and I could not put it down. It was on a collision course for heartbreak. So many secrets. So many lies.

It was a quick page turner that I would definitely recommend.

If you’re looking for a dark, twisty romantic thriller that keeps you guessing until the very last page, All We Lost Was Everything is your next must-read. Sloan Harlow masterfully weaves a story of loss, secrets, and unexpected connections that had me hooked from the start.

River Santos is such a relatable and raw protagonist. After losing everything—literally everything—in a house fire, she’s left grappling with grief, mystery, and the strange reality of becoming a millionaire overnight thanks to an anonymous donor. The diner where she works becomes a microcosm of her world as she questions everyone’s motives, including Logan, her broody and annoyingly attractive coworker.

The chemistry between River and Logan is undeniable, but what really shines here are the layers—family secrets, personal struggles, and an undercurrent of tension that builds beautifully throughout the book. Just when I thought I had the story figured out, Harlow threw in another curveball that had me flipping pages late into the night.

The writing is sharp and engaging, balancing the darker themes with moments of levity and heart. And that twist? Let’s just say I didn’t see it coming. This book reminds you that even when you think you’ve hit rock bottom, there’s always more to uncover—and maybe even more to lose.

Whether you're a fan of romantic thrillers or just love a gripping story with complex characters, All We Lost Was Everything is well worth your time. I’m already looking forward to whatever Sloan Harlow writes next!

Overall a decent read. It was pretty predictable and jumped around a lot. Also as far as being described as sexy, it was more mild than I am imagined.

Mystery, romance, twists...everything you could want in a book. The suspense of this book had me on the edge of my seat. Harlow's writing is superb and I was hooked from the start.

So I dont normally go for YA style books but this was amazing I felt like i was on the journey with her trying to figure out what was happening with this new guy and what the deep dark secrets were.

thank you for the advanced copy of this book....... i enjoyed the book very much. a story of family and friendship with a mystery attached..... the characters were well written and interesting there was some suspense involved with the mystery i will look for other books by this author

Title: All We Lost Was Everything
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Publication Date: May 6, 2025
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Rating: 3.5 ⭐️ / 🌶️

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I couldn't put it down. Luckily it was a slow day at work and I could sit and read.

What a whirlwind. The novel begins with River grieving her father, who died in an accidental house fire. She lost everything, all of her childhood memories. Her mother, with a history of going of long walks, (of days, weeks, even months), has made no effort to contact River. Her boyfriend dumped her the day of the fire. The only people she has is her best friend, Tawny, and this hot annoying guy, that hates her, that works with her at the diner, and the mysterious donor who added $2 million to her go-fund-me.

I gave a short summary to a coworker, and told her I think I know who did what, and where the money came from. I was wrong. I told her my next theories. I was wrong.

I already recommended it to my friends that love young adult and/or mystery thrillers! A-mazing!

I was given the opportunity to read this book by NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley for this arc in exchange for my honest review. This was my first book by Sloan Harlow and it won’t be my last. This book started slightly slow for me but when it picked up it was full of heartbreak and twists. I love with a romance has a thriller aspect. I truly recommend this one if you want a book that keeps you interested!

Thank you to NetGalley, the publishing company, and author for this free eARC in exchange for my honest and open opinion.

*All We Lost Was Everything* by Sloan Harlow is a raw, gripping, and utterly unforgettable novel that captivated me from the very first page. Harlow’s writing is sharp and evocative, pulling you into the lives of her characters as they navigate immense personal challenges and the complexities of their relationships.

The story centers on a woman facing the devastating loss of everything she thought she knew about her life and the people she loved. Harlow expertly blends themes of betrayal, love, and self-discovery into a fast-paced narrative that is as emotional as it is thought-provoking. The characters are deeply flawed yet incredibly human, making their struggles all the more impactful. I found myself invested in their journey from start to finish, rooting for them to find healing and redemption.

What sets this book apart is the way it deals with tough topics—loss, regret, and the consequences of choices—while still maintaining a sense of hope and resilience. The pacing is perfect, and each chapter left me wanting more. The emotional tension throughout is palpable, and the plot twists will keep you on the edge of your seat.

*All We Lost Was Everything* is a story about resilience, the strength to move forward after loss, and the power of forgiveness. Sloan Harlow has written a beautifully painful and ultimately hopeful story that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading. If you love books that explore the depths of human emotion, personal growth, and the challenges of rebuilding after tragedy, this is a must-read. Highly recommend!

The characters in "All We Lost Was Everything" are well-developed and multi-dimensional, with rich backstories that add depth to the narrative. Harlow's protagonist is a compelling and relatable hero, whose flaws and strengths make them feel fully realized.

All We Lost Was Everything is a gripping tale of romance, mystery, young adult drama, and emotional trauma. As we quickly learn our young heroine has literally lost everything and is now trying to find her way alone in the world. People come and go in her life and all have different motives for being there, and some cannot be trusted. And that's the part she has trouble with... who to trust?

This first time read held many surprises and moments that had me on the edge of my chair, it was almost impossible to predict what would happen next. I thoroughly enjoyed this venture, it's well penned words had me entranced the whole way through. Highly recommend!

I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher, via NetGalley, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest and unbiased opinion.

Once again, I'm impressed. Sloan Harlow's debut novel wowed me and All We Lost Was Everything was just as great. Harlow continues to prove she is proficient in crafting a well written, dark, and twisty romance/thriller that I don't want to put down. The depiction of grief and moving on from it, dealing with hiccups in love and friendship, and the heartache River was going through were all so vivid and impactful. All the traumatic events and suspense that kept on coming only added to the intensity of the story and what River was feeling. I guessed some things before they happened, but others left me surprised. I love when a book is able to surprise me and make me feel the way this one did. This was an impressive sophomore novel.

This book was very interesting and some of the twists surprised the heck out of me. I felt so bad for River she has gone through so much in her short life. She lost her dad and everything in a fire, her mom took off on a hike and has been gone longer than ever before. Thank goodness she has a loving Aunt and a caring best friend. Her boyfriend dumped her just before the fire but is there a new guy in her future? I did like that all the questions that River and the reader has get answered before the end of the book and I was very satisfied with the way the book ends. I saw on Amazon that it says the reading level is 14 and up, that may be true but there are some pretty explicit sex scenes I wouldn't recommend for a younger teen to read.

River Santos is stuck—in her job at the diner, in her dead-end town, in her grief. Her father died in a house fire just a few months ago, her mother has been MIA for nearly a year, and the only people she can count on are the aunt she lives with and her best friend Tawny.
Excellent story of the journey to discovery how the fire that killed her father started and where her mother ended up.

Fun read!! Really enjoyed! There’s a bit of fun mystery, and some touching romance. Loved the dynamic between River and Logan. Once I started this read, I read until I finished it; the author did a good job of drawing me in and keeping me anticipating how the story would end up. This is the first time I’ve heard of this author; I’m looking forward to more!

This book was absolutely amazing. Definitely worth reading
Thank you NetGalley for letting me read this

I really loved this book.Iit had slow burn romance, suspense, a few twists i didn't predict, and a strong plot. I was not expecting to love this book as much as I did. I would definitely recommend this book to friends.

This book was beautifully and devastating and redeeming all at once! I can’t even begin to describe joe much I loved this story and how much it encouraged me. It was perfect and just wow! I loved everything about it, this was literary genius!