Friends to lovers but really they have been pining after each other for the whole time. It has never need the right time but when Mari moves on and gets engaged to another man. Javi is then determined to show Mari her fiancé is not right for her.

I do love the character’s chemistry and banter, they are very fun together in the flashback chapters. The resolution is satisfying.

If this isn't Mia Sosa at her best, then I truly don't know what is.
This is definitely for this friends to lovers fans. She brought in the humor and heart throughout the entire book, I couldn't put it down. I loved getting t o read about their backstory and see the mutual pining between the two. I can't wait to see what's next in store.

This was such a fun read!! Javi and Mari’s relationship was fun to read and I loved that this book was dual pov/dual timeline. Be warned that this book is a slow burnnnn lol and I liked it but I would’ve loved if it literally wasn’t until the last couple of chapters that Javi and Mari finally have their conversation about their feelings for each other. Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam for my copy in exchange for an honest review!

Another delightful and steamy romance from Mia Sosa! I loved the "My Best Friend's Wedding" meets "When Harry Met Sally" vibes this story gave me. I thought the dual timelines really worked well and allowed the reader to truly see how Javi and Mari's relationship blossomed from friendship to something more. I truly appreciated the Latine community and culture included so naturally and lovingly in the story.

Many thanks to Netgalley and Penguin Random House/Berkley for an advanced reader's copy of the book.

Friends to Lovers is not one of my favorite tropes, but I’ll read anything Mia Sosa writes, so I had to check this one out.

I enjoyed the dual POV and dual timelines. I liked both characters. Even though they both made some stupid decisions, they were still very likable and I was rooting for them both.

It was a fun, easy read – perfect for summer! Also, that cover is *chef’s kiss*

4.5 stars overall

When Javi Dumped Mari was my first book by Mia Sosa and I am hooked on her writing! This book gives When Harry Met Sally x My Best Friend's Wedding x Always Be My Maybe vibes. There are many laugh out loud moments. I loved the dual timelines and seeing how much Javi and Mari really cared for each other that it harmed their friendship so much it couldn't progress to more than friends. In the end everything was right and as it should be. This is definitely a must read and I can't wait to read Mia's next book!

* Friendship Pact
* Dual Perspectives and Timelines
* Afro-Latine Rep
* Friends to Lovers
* A Wedding To Stop

This is a friends to lovers, second chance romance that follows a dual past to present timeline highlighting Javi and Mari’s meet cute in college as well as their current friendship. When Javi is blindsided hearing of Mari’s engagement, they navigate their feelings that have been longingly suppressed.

I thought this romance was a “middle of the road” read. It had sweet moments, and it also had sections where I was getting bored waiting for these two to use communication skills and to finally get together.

I do think a lot of other people would like it more than I did, and the cover is beautiful!

I absolutely loved this book! I really enjoyed the jumping timeline that let us see all of Javi and Mari’s friendships through the years! Javi and Mari both showed individual growth which was so good to see. Maris other friends were so great too! I only wish more would have happened to Alex because he deserved worse lol. Overall thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend!

"Para siempre" 🥹

This brought me out of my romance slump! I adore Mia Sosa and she managed to make me swoon while including my top and least favorite tropes in one book! I love a good friends-to-lovers with timeline hops, but this got messy with the love triangle engagement. Javi and Mari's banter was top notch and once the tea was spilled, it was easy to overlook what some might consider to be emotional cheating. I loved how they supported one another over the. years, and encouraged each other's dreams. Mari is a baddie and Javi knew she could fight her own battles, but was right there to back her up if she needed it. Mia's books always remind me of home with the Puerto Rican spanglish because she portrays what my family actually looks like.

What to expect:
• Friends to Lovers
• Dual Timelines/POVs
• A Wedding to Stop
• Afro-Latine Rep

Right person, right time, and happily ever after, right?

Welllll… What if the right person is your best friend that you’ve shared a pact with, and the timing isn’t quite right when you’re marrying someone else?

Mari knows what she wants, and is done waiting for Javi to admit his feelings. She wants someone who can stand on what he wants for her, as she should!

Javi now feels like he’s in a place to tell Mari, but she’s marrying someone else. Javi won’t let that stand though!

The ride this rom-com takes you on is a mixture of funny, romantic, secret pining, and absolute chemistry… did I also mention some steam?

I loved the Latine representation (especially the Portuguese and Spanish being spoken) and dual POVs/timelines!

Thank you Mia Sosa, PENGUIN GROUP Putnam, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this as an ARC!

I loved the dual timelines and getting to see how their relationship grew over time.  The tension, the longing, the slow-burn; everything was delicious. This is a must read for those who love second chances, unspoken feelings, best friends to lovers just a top tier trope. 
The best part was the Afro-Latine representation.  Looking forward to reading anything that Mia Sosa writes.
Thank you to NetGalley PENGUIN GROUP Putnam/G.P. Putnam's Sons for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

When Javi Dumped Mari by Mia Sosa was such a fun, friends to lovers, second chance romance.
This was another win from Mia Sosa.
She weaves a heartwarming and hilarious tale of unexpected romance that's just so sweet. The chemistry between the main characters is electric, and their banter is pure magic. Sosa's writing is engaging and filled with humor, making this book a true page-turner. The story has just the right mix of laughter and heartfelt moments, making it a perfect escape into the world of romance.

3.5 stars. A perfect friends to lovers romance novel; you know they will end up together in the end but the author really strings you along until the bitter end!

When Javi and Mari first meet in college, they're quick to realize they're destined to be in each others' lives for forever... as friends or lovers is yet to be seen. Mari is a perpetual heartbreaker, not looking to settle down until after she's finished her education, and Javi doesn't want to get tangled into a relationship either so he lies about having a girlfriend, cementing their status as friends. They're a constant in each others' lives for years. And sometimes it seems like they could be more, but Javi, as a struggling artist thinks he's not good enough for the hot shot lawyer, Mari. When he's finally finished his musical and ready to step up and be the man for Mari, she introduces him to her new fiancé... a seemingly perfect man and her father's protege. But Javi is determined to help Mari make the best choice--hopefully him.

A spin on When Harry Met Sally and the old adage of whether men and women can ever be just friends, this books is a true, classic friends-to-lovers romance. It's a fun ride, with dual POV and dual timelines wrapped up in a single, colorful package. I loved Javi and Mari and it was so clear they were destined for each other. I did wonder if (minor spoiler) Mari's fiancé hadn't done X thing, if Mari would have left him for Javi, though. I kind of wish her fiancé had just been a great guy, just not the guy for her, and she had reached that realization totally on her own (or with the help of Javi) and no inciting incident. It's so funny to me that all of Mia Sosa's books center around weddings! But I'll keep reading them.

Thanks to Putnam for my ARC and finished copy! All thoughts and opinions are my own.

4 stars - 8/10

I love friends to lovers and I love Mia Sosa so it was practically a sure thing that I would love When Javi Dumped Mari...and I did! Javi and Mari had so much chemistry right from the start when they were bickering collegiates! Of course, Alex seemed perfect at first and I wondered how Mia would pull it together. Of course, she did. And I didn't see it coming. With banter that bantered and steam that steamed, Sosa's latest delivered all the romantic vibes I expected her to.

When Javi Dumped Mari by Mia Sosa is a standalone rom-com and was a bit deeper than I expected, but in a great way! Really interesting perspective.

I always enjoy Mia’s books! She brings new perspectives, fun anecdotes, and diverse cultures in every story. I’m all for it! Keep ‘em coming!

I liked how relatable this story was. Taking things that we say as children or even young adults, then completely going back on it later in life or completely forgetting it. IT brings up the idea of how important or strong are the things said. Is it just an in the moment situation or is it more?

I enjoyed the unexpected, but should’ve been expected, breaking of the pact. Mari already knew Javi’s feelings and waited but got tired. Thus creating the dynamic of a guy taking too long to confess his feelings and a woman tired of waiting for him to finally tell her how he feels. This is such a common thing that occurs and people miss out on their potential person because they take too long. At some point a girl’s gotta stop waiting and do what’s best for herself. Ironically, that is usually the moment the guy decides to take action and it’s usually too late. Funny how they will only do stuff when they have fear of losing it. While that’s more of a downer perspective, it is rooted in this story and I liked that it was portrayed in a more humorous way.

This book has such a fun premise, interesting characters, and a wild ride to enjoy. I’m sure there’s something in there for everyone to connect with. If you are ready to dive into a fun new rom-com, wait no longer or you’ll miss your chance! 😉

Other books by Mia: The Wedding Crasher, The Worst Best Man, Son of a Beach, The Starter Ex (Audible Original)

*This was an honest review for a complimentary copy of When Javi Dumped Mari from Mia Sosa via NetGalley

For the most part, I had a lot of fun with this. The yearning was amazing, especially from Javi's side, and I had a hard time putting this down. The downside for me came in the second half, when I felt like things were being dragged out for too long and the story started to feel repetitive. I still had a really good time, but the book could have been a little shorter.

This was an entertaining friends-to-lovers romance. It was filled with angst and missed opportunities but was a well earned HEA!

Javi and Mari met in college and quickly friend-zoned each other. After heading in different directions after college, they reconnect but can never get their timing right, until Mari gets engaged and Javi panics. Can he win her for real before he loses her forever?

This was a cute tale of two lovable dummies who just needed to be honest with each other. Javi had self-esteem issues after being betrayed by his family and not finding immediate success after college. Mari knows her feelings more, but has her own growing to do about standing up for her future goals. I loved the friends who offered a lot of comedic relief, both in the past and present timelines. I had a great time with this book and continue to be a fan of Mia Sosa!

Thank you to NetGalley and G.P. Putnam's Sons for the e-book in exchange for my honest review.

4.5

I absolutely adored what Mia Sosa did with the storytelling of this book!

Sometimes dual timeline stories can be hit or miss for me but I think Sosa did it so well, especially in the friends to lovers relationship transition that was happening. I think there was likely more time spent in the past but I think it was really well done in portraying Javi & Mari's friendship and relationship throughout their various years of knowing each other. I also think the dual POV was really well done. We get to see how and why Javi & Mari hadn't made the switch to romance earlier and understand the motivations and delays to their romantic relationship.

The only thing that I didn't love, was the ending was a little bit *not for me*. I didn't hate it but it was definitely not the way I would have handled the situation and it wasn't how I had expected the characters to act but I was able to get past it and still ultimately enjoyed the book!

I do think that the dual timeline & dual POV storytelling that Mia Sosa does here will not be for everyone but I absolutely loved the execution!

Mia Sosa’s When Javi Dumped Mari delivers a friends-to-lovers romance that will have you seated. I enjoyed the DPOV and dual timeline - I was rooting for Javi and Mari throughout.

3.5
ARC via NetGalley

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