This what a cute premise. I liked the idea of the note being misdirected, so that drew me in quickly. Thanks to the publisher for the advanced copy.

At times it felt as though the book was dragging. Sweet story but could’ve been shorter.

Thanks NetGalley for an arc

A love letter to books and to friendships with an homage to romcoms and You’ve Got Mail in particular. Overall a cute easy read (though at times it felt a little too sweet) this book is like comfort food for when you just want to cuddle up and forget the outside world for a few hours.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

This was very special! I loved the whole idea behind it and I think that it was very well executed. My only critique is that at times it felt like the pacing was dragging and it was hard to keep my interest. However, I think that this is very lovely and cozy. A perfect read for book lovers.

A charming, well-crafted story that is the perfect combination of sweet and melancholy- a thoroughly enjoyable read.

a charming and heartfelt novel that explores themes of love, second chances, and the complexities of relationships. Macdonald’s writing is warm and cozy. The plot, while engaging enough, felt predictable at times. The pacing of the story is also a bit uneven, with some sections dragging while others race toward resolution. I still enjoyed myself and think others will too.

I love books about books and bookish people. And this fit the bill. The characters were all well-written and I love miscommunication tropes!

As an avid reader and film enthusiast, this was such a sweet book to read. The nostalgia of writing a letter has long been forgotten. To see an author incorporate it was delightful. I returned to my childhood with each chapter.

I only have this book three stars because there was a point in which I got bored- I’m sorry to say. But I’m glad I picked the book up again and finished it.

I found this book to be much slower paced than I was expecting but it gave it a real slice of life sort of feeling, and I think the plot is unique . I think i went into this book with the wrong expectations though, I found myself frustrated with the characters inability to fact check especially when there was two women who both thought the notes was coming from an easily accessible source?

I truly wanted to like this book, but I felt like the story was convoluted and did not deliver on its title. Westley was very hate-worthy and I don’t care how good looking he was supposed to be, why did Laura and April keep writing “to Westley” when every in person interaction was so…. Boring? Socially void? I don’t know. Perhaps the story was above my intelligence or artistic level but this wasn’t my cup of tea. I truly only finished it because I wanted to know what happened when April and Laura figured out they weren’t corresponding with Westley.

April is lonely, but she finds solace in a local bookstore. She has a bit of a crush on the guy who works in the used book department, so she slips a note to him in a book. Unfortunately, the book is given to another customer and the note is misinterpreted. Laura thinks the used book guy intended the note for her. What follows is a sweet, somewhat predictable book about romance, books, and misunderstandings.

I really enjoyed this book. It's filled with quirky characters and literary references. Yes,, it's really predictable, but there are a few surprises. It would make a great movie -- a little Hallmark like, but enjoyable nonetheless.

On a personal note -- I live in the PNW and am very familiar with the Seattle area locations referenced here. She really captures the Seattle vibe Although the bookstore in the book is fictional, it's based on my favorite independent bookstore, Third Place Books. Moira Macdonald is a well known writer for the local newspaper, but this is her first novel. I hope she writes more books!

I absolutely loved diving into this charming book! The way April's work-from-home woes led her to leave an anonymous note for Westley at her neighborhood bookstore was so relatable and endearing. I could feel her longing for connection and was rooting for her from the start. I couldn't help but chuckle at the misunderstandings and the back-and-forth correspondence that ensued. It was heartwarming to see both April and Laura find a spark of hope in their otherwise mundane routines. I loved how the story wove together mistaken identities and unexpected encounters, making for a playful and engaging read. Overall, this book was a lighthearted and fun tribute to romance, friendship, and the magic of bookstores. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment and couldn't put it down.

If you're looking for a feel-good story with charming characters and a touch of whimsy, Storybook Ending is a must-read!

Estuvo entretenido, pero a secas; toda la historia fue algo plana. Disfruté de los capítulos finales cuando se reveló la verdad sobre las cartas y finalmente se conocieron en persona. Lo malo fue que esos momentos solo ocurrieron en 2 o 3 capítulos, y del penúltimo al último suceden cosas que no se muestran y solo se mencionan de manera vaga. Siento que justamente esa parte era la más interesante.





Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I initially chose this book based on the bookstore setting and the Seattle location, but also loved the idea of leaving a love note in a book for someone to find.

The story was light yet fun and I loved how the author found a way to intertwine all the characters throughout the book. The one consistent thing about everyone in this story is they love the bookstore and that they were looking or waiting for something to happen for them.

The characters were relatable yet seemed real in many ways. The story is simple but moved slow at times. A big thank you to Moira, NetGalley and Penguin Group Dutton for an advanced digital copy of this book.

I liked, but didn't love this. I was expecting a romance and this was more of a heartwarming friendship story--which is fine! But it lacked a bit of oomph for me.

This was an adorable concept, and I enjoyed the characters' quirks. However, the pacing was an issue. The story was drawn out to the point of dullness, and I wonder if it would have made a better novella than a full-length novel. If you enjoy Hallmark movies, I think you'll enjoy this book.

Thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Group Dutton for an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This was lovely to read - and I enjoyed how much of the characters' personalities shone through in organic ways. Well written and charming.

Lonely and tired of working from home, April leaves a note in a book, hoping that the cute young man working the bookstore info desk will find it and respond to her invitation to meet. But when the store owner allows a film crew in to start filming a romantic comedy, her note is found by another customer leaving April confused by the response.

A cute, light-hearted romantic comedy. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early copy in exchange for a honest review.

Cute novel about friendship. Not so much romance
I got confused because I tend to skip chapter names and the book is 3 pov

Thank you for the arc!

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for gifting me an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I'm a sucker for a pretty cover and it gets me every single time. This book was just so cute and sweet. Everything about it was so kind and it felt like someone was giving me a big, cozy hug the whole time I was reading it. I really appreciated the dynamic of the "friendship" between the two FMCs. It was slow at parts, but honestly I thought it was okay. It gave me a little bit more appreciation of the story as a whole and made me stop to smell the flowers a little bit. If you need a great palate cleanser and just want to cruise through a cute story on a day off, you should absolutely read this one!