Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this book. I did not like the book and DNF’d it around 15%. I didn’t like the main character - she was just too awkward and even at 15% I felt like the book just dragged on and on. This book is not for me.

Cora was a bit of a frustrating MC, I wanted to root for her and I understood her reasoning for choices but also didn’t. She was too old to be acting the way she did by the end. I also struggled with wanting to root for either of these relationships. It was clear Lincoln wasn’t the right guy, but we barely knew Aaron (and the letters starting so early was a bit disorienting and took me out of the story). I like the independence in this and finding yourself later in life, but it felt a bit half baked.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book took a while to get into. The switch between time periods was a bit confusing. But I did enjoy it in the end. The author did a good job writing complicated feelings and relationships

to be honest, this just wasn’t for me. i wanted to love it but unfortunately did not. some parts felt very dragged on.

For the most part, I enjoyed this coming-0f-age story about the ups and downs of first love and figuring out who you are in your 20s and who you are in your 40s. Most of the book takes place while Cora is in college, with less time spent when she is in her 40s, when the two loves of her life re-enter her life. The concept is good. The coming-of-age aspects are good. The drama of juggling boyfriends and friendships in college is good. I just found it a little lacking when Cora is in her 40s and she has to decide what to do about the return of both the men she has loved. I think Cora and her Dad are well-developed characters. I think her friends were a bit all over the map and I could have done without them, really. While Cora needed to experience true friendship and "found family", I think these two characters were just not developed well - or were over-developed, actually. I kind of didn't care about them and their drama in their 40s. Thanks to NetGalley and the Publisher for the ARC.

This novel was really tough for me to get into and follow. The writing was a little confusing and almost clunky. I didn’t feel the pull to pick it up and so it was a real struggle for me to complete. The themes are important, but I think the execution of this novel was lacking.

This wasn’t a book that captivated me and pulled me in. It was even confusing at times. A long, drawn out novel that goes nowhere fast but eventually you come full circle if you make it to the end.

this book felt so forced and unrealistic to me. I truly disliked most of the characters. It was very predictable. And just did not feel real. I was frustrated by the storyline and vthe decisions made. And despite the many years in between I felt as if there was minimal chracter growth and development.

Thank you netgalley for my advanced reader copy

I really enjoyed this story and it definitely kept me turning the pages until I found out how it ended. I had a little difficulty in some places because I wasn't familiar with the jargon used but it didn't detract from the overall story.

I had to DNF at 25%. I couldn't get into the story, Cora was a bit dull and naive and overall it felt like reading a diary of a teenager. Also, so far in and I am not feeling the connection between characters (beyond had a crush and then slept with him) and I think I would enjoy more if it was more current day?

Thank you to the author, Atria Books, and NetGalley for the arc!

The premise to this was super intriguing, but I honestly struggled to get into this one. It was probably a me problem though! I struggled a bit with the font choice that was sent to me - it was super small with a ton of words crammed on the page, making it feel really dense. I think reading it as a physical book would be better because it has a ton of potential, and I feel like other readers will love this one! Despite my personal difficulties, I would still recommend giving it a shot!

Maturing is part of life…. Looking back on past loves and how they changed our paths is a natural progression of time. But putting growth into perspective and being an adult are you one to romanticize your previous experiences just so you would or could say I would give it one more try? Or would you be able to realize before it’s too late that the relationship you had isn’t the one you want today? Follow Cora on her journey to see how she makes that decision.

"All the Men I've Loved Again" is a captivating novel that masterfully weaves together themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Cora's journey, spanning two decades, is a testament to the complexities of human emotions and relationships.

Writing Style:
Pride's writing is evocative, with vivid descriptions of characters and settings. The narrative seamlessly shifts between past and present, allowing readers to witness Cora's growth and introspection.

Characters:
Cora is a complex, relatable protagonist, and her relationships with Lincoln and Aaron are multifaceted and authentic. The supporting cast adds depth to the story, exploring the intricacies of human connections.

Themes:
The novel explores themes of:

1. *Love and loyalty*: Cora's experiences with Lincoln and Aaron raise questions about the nature of love and loyalty.
2. *Identity and self-discovery*: Cora's journey is a powerful exploration of finding one's place in the world.
3. *Fate and second chances*: The novel's premise offers a thought-provoking commentary on the what-ifs of life.

Overall:
"All the Men I've Loved Again" is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant novel that will appeal to readers who enjoy character-driven stories, romance, and explorations of human relationships.

Rating: 4/5 stars

Recommendation: If you enjoy books like "The Time Traveler's Wife" by Audrey Niffenegger, "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" by Taylor Jenkins Reid, or "Attachments" by Rainbow Rowell, you'll appreciate "All the Men I've Loved Again".

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC. I enjoyed this book but it took me a little to get pulled in.

This book read a little clunky to me. I thought the main character was a bit annoying, so I could not connect with her very well. I liked the premise of this book, but I think there were aspects that needed to be changed in order for me to really enjoy it.

First off, this book is definitely more women's fiction than romance, and felt rather long to me as a result. I appreciated the deep relationships between Cora and her friends, as well as her attachment to her dad, but I could have done without most of the bits about Kim and Neisha's parents. Because I was expecting a straight-up romance based on the title and cover, the heaviness of some of the topics covered (like Lincoln's mom's alcoholism and a few plot points I won't mention here) made for a less pleasant reading experience. The pacing was also kind of awkward, with a handful of letters from Aaron thrown in at random moments, and I didn't feel like we got to know him well enough. In short, had I known to expect women's fiction rather than typical romance, I might have walked away with a more favorable view of this novel, and my review is influenced by this.

Though I didn't like some of Cora's choices, I liked her as a FMC enough, and she felt like a real human with complex emotions, as did Lincoln (even though I didn't like him right off the bat!). The early 2000s setting made for a fun flashback (though some of the references felt more 90s than 00s, making me wonder if this book was originally written with an earlier timeline), and the whole college experience felt authentic and took me back in a way no other book has done in recent memory. The writing was great, and I'd certainly read more from this author again.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Atria Books for the opportunity to read this ARC and give an honest review!

This book is five stars for a Happily Ever After. A Black woman chooses love on her own terms. I want a book about Cora's dad or about a group of distinguished Black men. The crux of the story is that love can be simple and overwhelming. The romance is meaningful. The timelines are perfect for the story and carry a strong pace for fulfilled characters. The nostalgia is also just enough and serves a purpose for Cora's story.

Two stars, I hate to say. The nostalgia of the early 2000s and the writing were my favorite parts, but Cora. Ugh. Not my favorite FMC.

Thank you, NetGalley and Atria Books for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

What if the two men you loved in college come back into your life 20 years later? This is the premise of All the Men I've Loved Again. Cora Belle, a shy, introverted woman begins her freshman year in 1999 where she falls in love with Lincoln, a Southern boy who plans on moving far beyond his challenging upbringing. And when life with Lincoln takes a bit of a detour, Cora meets and falls in love with photographer Aaron.

Never being able to commit to either man, the book fast forwards 20 years in the future when Cora is approaching 40 and both Lincoln and Aaron reenter her life. While I loved the premise and the "what ifs" of this book, I couldn't help but feel that both Cora and several of the other characters seemed two dimensional. I could understand an indecisive 20-something Cora, but an almost 40-something Cora who is still perplexed and puzzled with life felt a little annoying.

Call me prudish, but the sex could have been toned down a bit; overall, I found the book a solid read with some interesting twists at the end.

Thank you to #NetGalley and #AtriaBooks for this electronic ARC of #AlltheMenIveLovedAgain.

All the Men I've Loved Again by Christine Pride peaked my interest with just the title. This is a coming of stage story with a little love triangle mixed in. This was a cute, fun read.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author, & the publisher for an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.