Jessie Rosen has a gift for writing eye-opening novels that challenge her readers and her characters alike to live—and All the Signs is no different. It takes readers along on a moving adventure that may just mark a turning point in their lives, too.

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This is a well written story of self discovery. The main characters are very likable. I was annoyed with Leah's family and some of the other side characters. The romance was a little lighter than I was hoping. I did like the adventure and travel aspects. For me it was the astrology theme that didn't really hit. I thought I would be into it but it wasn't working for me. I think other people will love it.

Thank you to PENGUIN GROUP Putnam and NetGalley for this eARC!

This was a quick read and unfortunately a bit of a let down. I love astrology so I was intrigued by the premise but the plot fell a little flat and I feel like the grand ideas like traveling to Europe to prove the astrological reading wrong, overshadowed the story and left a few too many plot holes like what about the veritgo? Shady I just wasn’t that interested and I found myself powering through it so I could move on to my next read.

This one sounded cute but it was a little cheesy for me. Didn’t feel invested from the beginning unfortunately.

In this novel of self-discovery, Leah has lived a life dictated by her family and community. She's a doctor, a jogger, a well-known pillar of her small town. She knows who she is and where she belongs.

But when a debilitating bout of vertigo forces her to take time off work, she begins to doubt herself. An astrologer tells her she's out of alignment with her horoscope, which she dismisses as quackery. But she can't let it go. Instead, Leah embarks on a large-scale research project to prove that astrology doesn't define her, which takes her to Venice and New Orleans and Los Angeles, and into the truths of her own childhood.

I really enjoyed this read, which combined self-discovery, travel, family drama, and a bit of romance. But I wanted more about both the character's past and her future. <spoiler>Leah is 38 at the story's start (yay for a not-25-year-old protagonist!) and despite wanting marriage and children has apparently only had one relationship; I wanted to know more about why she hasn't made time for dating. And the ending pulled its punches, avoiding reckonings between Leah and several of the secondary characters. </spoiler> Instead, we got a feel-good happy ending that felt like it was written for a different, less compelling novel.

4.5 stars. Would have been 5 stars with a stronger, longer final act.

All the Signs is a well crafted novel that offers a refreshing perspective on personal growth. Rosen's ability to intertwine elements of astrology with profound emotional storytelling makes this book very interesting. It's a must-read for those seeking a narrative that combines adventure, introspection, and a touch of cosmic wonder. I did wish we got to Venice a little sooner, but I still enjoyed the story.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for advanced copy, and I give my review freely

I was so excited for the one, since I loved reading The Heirloom last year, and I wasn’t disappointed! I am intrigued now to learn more about astrology, I know I’m a (textbook) Capricorn, but what about all the other jazz?! This was a fun one

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. This was such a fun book about a woman trying to find herself and looking for all the signs.

Thank you G. P. Putnam's Sons and NetGalley for the DRC of All the Signs. All opinions in this review are my own.

DNF at 41%

I had a hard time getting into this one. I didn't love the main character and it took her so long to get to Venice. Even when she was there, the fact that Imani was just handing out money felt too unrealistic, especially since the main character is there because she is skeptical. How does she instantly take Imani up on her offer to go on this all-expenses paid trip in the first place?

I picked this book up expecting a light, fun romance with a bit of astrology sprinkled in, but it ended up being so much more in the best possible way. At its heart, it’s a warm, feel-good story about self-discovery and figuring out who you really are. Leah, the main character, goes on a journey of learning to trust her instincts and listen to her heart, all while trying to prove that astrology is just a bunch of fluff.

Her struggle—especially as she deals with a recent vertigo diagnosis—feels real and relatable, and I couldn’t help but root for her from the start. Along the way, she meets an amazing cast of side characters, including the star twins, who bring so much color and energy to the story. They added the perfect touch of fun and made the world of the book feel even richer.

Even though Leah doesn’t totally manage to disprove astrology, I loved that the book didn’t try to force it on the reader either. It treats astrology more as a gentle guide, which made the story feel open and welcoming—even for someone like me, who tends to be a bit skeptical. It was just the right balance to keep things interesting without feeling preachy.

Watching Leah grow throughout the book was such a treat. She starts off cautious and a little stuck in black-and-white thinking, but by the end, she’s embracing uncertainty, letting go a little, and really starting to live her best life. Her transformation felt natural and uplifting, and it left me smiling.

David, who becomes her confidant along the way, was another highlight. His steady, supportive presence brought so much heart to the story and made Leah’s journey all the more meaningful.

This book is so much more than just a romance—it’s packed with relatable characters, humor, a little bit of astrology magic, and a message about trusting yourself that sticks with you. By the time I finished, I was not only smiling but also tempted to look up my own astrology chart. It’s warm, thoughtful, and just a genuinely happy read.

Jessie Rosen does a great job of bringing heart into her stories. This one is no different, she has taken a brilliant and humorous idea and brought so much heart to it.

With the way that astrology has taken over the way we make sense of things in society, taking a very science driven doctor and having her go on a journey of self-discovery in the way she has is brilliant!

Each character is relatable, as a reader I wanted to know what would happen next and who they were to one another. The relationships in this novel were easy to root for and interesting to keep reading; Leah and Charlotte, Leah and her parents, and Leah and David, Jessie Rosen does a great job of creating a beautiful story with a romantic subplot, each novel gives moments of romance but more so adventure and empowerment!

Plus!!! Her characters are always traveling!!!!!

I love her novels and will read anything she writes!

What if the life you’re living isn’t the one that was written in the stars for you? While this book did have a romantic sub plot, I would argue that the bigger romance was falling in love with your own life. Honestly, I’m kind of intrigued now to figure out my own signs and see if I’m following the path that the stars had dictated for me.
While there were some unrealistic aspects— such as being able to travel on a whim (granted it is explained by the fact that she’s a successful doctor and therefore has doctor money)— I think the biggest realistic point was having to conform to the person that the people surrounding you expect you to be. A lot of that is rooted in tradition— like we’re a family of doctors, so you must be one too.
It’s not unheard of for the mind and body to be at war with each other, and this book was that. In her mind, she’s supposed to follow in her father’s footsteps and be a certain way— but her body keeps detouring her another way— the way that the stars have destined for her— and she finds she is happier when she follows that path.

Thank you NetGalley and GP Putnam for the arc for review!

This book was such a great story about a women named Leah who is a successful doctor that seems to be following the path she was always meant to be on. When a reading from an astrologer and a sudden illness happen around the same time Leah suddenly questions her whole life. Leah decides to set on a journey to find answers that she needs. Along the way she reconnects with her parents as well as the boy who got away. Leahs journey was so enjoyable to read and really made me want to read more books by Rosen.

I thank Netgalley for this advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

I have really enjoyed the last two books Rosen has written. All the Signs shares some of same beats as The Heirloom--self discovery, a wild trek across countries, and a bit of romance.

After Leah receives an astrology reading that claims she's living her life inauthentically, she sets out to prove--scientifically--that astrology is bunk. She collects information on her Star Twins, sets out on a retreat to Venice, and makes an unexpected trek to Turkey to see if other's with her same astrological profile are living their lives more in line with what the stars would predict. Along the way, Leah begins to question if her perfectly contained life back in New Jersey is actually what she wants, or what she's been told to want by her buttoned-up family.

Like The Heirloom, the pacing on this book is strong, it is definitely a page turner, though not as much of a mystery/suspense. If you've ever been in a place where you've needed to make big changes in your life, you'll appreciate Leah's journey and the lessons that she learns along the way.

* Thank you to G.P. Putnam's Sons and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review! *

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𝐏𝐮𝐛 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

4.5★

This was my first book by Jessie Rosen and it was such a good one! I definitely want to read Heirloom now! I loved how this book had a main focus on self-discovery. I’m not really into astrology myself, but I found this book to be so intriguing and I just thought the entire concept was so well done. This book is definitely more of a women’s fiction book with the romance aspect being more of a secondary subplot. I loved Leah Lockhart’s character and thought the character development in this book was absolutely perfect.

Leah Lockhart is an OBGYN and is a believer in science. But her life seems to get knocked off track when she gets a case of vertigo and when she gets an astrology reading by a man that claims she’s living out of line with what was written in her stars. Determined to prove that all astrology is wrong, Leah sets off to find her star twins in the world. Along the way, she reconnects a long lost mother, a father she thinks saved her, and a former boy next door whose love could be the path to her true self.

✨Self-Identity and Growth
✨Astrology
✨Thought-Provoking
✨Women in STEM
✨Family Dynamics
✨Second Chances

🎧Narrated by Carlotta Brentan, she did an absolutely amazing job telling Leah’s story and bringing this one to life! I binged this story in a day because I could not get enough of Brentan and her beautiful narration. You do not want to miss this book, and the narration was top notch!

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Breaking Unhealthy and Unspoken Family Rules and ALL THE SIGNS by Jessie Rosen

Leah Lockhart checks all the boxes. An ob-gyn at a multigenerational, family-owned practice, she’s following in her father and grandfather’s footsteps, proudly carrying on the Lockhart name.

Leah is the picture of purpose. She’s avoided being selfish, the label given to her mother, a free-spirited woman who defied the Lockhart mold and walked away to build a life on her terms.

Leah’s content, or maybe numb, until an astrologer nudges her worldview. Then, she begins to wonder about the expectations she’s been living up to—and what parts of herself she ignored. Her body is protesting, too: bouts of unexplained vertigo are knocking her off her feet.

Every family has spoken and unspoken rules. The spoken ones are easy to spot, like curfews and chore charts. The unspoken rules, though, are trickier. They're learned by watching how people behave and noting which actions earn praise, punishment, or silence.

Take Leah. Her father was celebrated for constantly giving to his patients, while her mother was shamed for following her heart. From that, Leah learned that self-sacrifice is noble, and self-care is selfish.

Families can pass down unhealthy messages. Common unhealthy rules include: emotions are dangerous, conflict is bad, perfection is expected, or your worth depends entirely on your achievements.

You're allowed to question unhealthy, unspoken rules. It’s crucial. Here are tools for breaking unhealthy, unspoken family rules.

Name What’s Unsaid: Start by spotting unspoken rules shaping your life. Look for patterns. When do you feel stressed or empowered? What gets downplayed or celebrated in those moments?

Question the Rules: When an unspoken rule weighs on you, ask: Who benefits if I follow this? Who decided this for me? What would I choose if it were up to me? Why am I giving power away?

Check Your Values: Once you understand where a rule came from, ask yourself: Does this align with what I care about, or is it steering me off-course? Rewrite or release rules that don’t fit you.

Live It Out: Tell people what’s changing. Start small, build confidence, and align your actions with your real values, not just inherited expectations.

Leah is an OBGYN, following the path of her father and grandfather. She is very successful, yet her life is not what she thought it would be at this stage of her life. She has a bad case of vertigo while delivering a baby which sidelines her work temporarily. As she searches for a cure, she winds up having an astrology reading. She passes it off, as she doesn’t agree that this has anything to do with her current life. Having a scientific mind and some time on her hands, she decides to prove that the stars have nothing to do with what’s happening in her life. This takes her on a journey that is both fascinating and eye-opening. Watching this well-written character development was an interesting read. I highly recommend it.

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This book was the most wonderful surprise - nothing like I expected it to be, but somehow 10 times better. This book made me stop and think about the characters' lives and my own life. It made me happy, sad, frustrated and I even laughed. Parts of this book were so ridiculous and unbelievable, but other parts were truly thought provoking. I enjoyed the balance of the two and the portrayal of someone elses life. I enjoyed the character growth and development and found myself invested in what happened next. Dr. Lockhart has taken over father's obgyn practice in their small town, when she has a health scare. Around the same time, she agrees to an astrology reading, despite being a non-believer. When challenged to disprove the reading, she embarks on a journey to find her "star twins" and along the way discovers things about herself and her family.  I loved how this book was about astrology - believers and non-believers, love, personal identity, and how they are all woven together. I thought Rosen did an incredible job of connecting the difficult parts of life with humor and joy. I thought this book would be more about romance than it actually was, but honestly, it was so well done that I did not miss the chemistry/spark through most of the book. It was there, but not front and center. A really wonderful book about the discovery of finding out who you are, not who you are told to be.
Thank you netgalley for my advanced reader copy.

We meet Leah Lockhart as she steps into her father’s shoes, taking over the family medical practice following his retirement. A dedicated, science-minded doctor, Leah believes she has her entire life planned out. But everything changes during a patient’s labor and delivery when she’s suddenly struck by a bout of vertigo. Forced to take time off to recover, she begins to reassess not only her health but also her path in life.
Leah’s world—once ruled by logic—takes a surprising turn after an astrology reading challenges her worldview. Determined to disprove astrology as nonsense, she embarks on a quest to find her “star twins” across the globe, from the hills of Italy to the vibrant streets of Istanbul.
What begins as a mission to debunk an unscientific belief system becomes a much deeper journey of self-exploration. In trying to understand others born at the same time as her, Leah comes to understand herself in ways she never expected.
I loved the characters in this novel—especially Leah. I rooted for her throughout her journey. Her transformation felt authentic and resonant. As she questioned the stars, she found clarity not in predictions but in personal truth. This is a beautiful, unexpected story about surrendering control, opening up to mystery, and redefining what it means to live life on your own terms.

All the Signs is a thought-provoking book about a woman rediscovering what makes her happy and setting boundaries. Many women will relate to Leah's struggles. As women, we are conditioned to fill the roles that society and people around us expect from us, and not to put ourselves and our desires first. Reading Leah's journey of self-discovery was inspiring, and it made me think about how my past choices were driven by the expectations placed on me. I expected All the Signs to be a fun and lighthearted read, and was surprised at how thoughtful the story turned out. All the Signs is a great book club pick, as it would make for an interesting discussion.