Ugh. I really don't know what it was, I just couldn't stick with this. I even tried the audio and still couldn't get into it. I think maybe I was a little bored?

I loved getting to read a book in which I saw myself reflected so clearly in the dating struggles (and also simply moving through the world struggles) of a plus size woman. Katie Sturino has really captured the difficulties of internal monologue, the expectations and microaggressions from others, and, of course, how awful the in store shopping experience can be.

I laughed so much throughout and also felt heart pangs right along with her. This story was a sweet one with a bit of predictability and yet all of those other things more than made up for that. We need more of this kind of representation.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an eARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

DNF'd at 35% in. Unfortunately this just wasn't for me. thanks netgalley & the pub for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

I hate to give this 1 star - but I got through about 45% and had to DNF. It seemed like it would be a good read from the description but it just didn't click with me. The body positivity aspect was fine but I didn't care for her highs and lows. The forced and fake positivity after some event that made her feel bad about herself or her situation.

I usually am intrigued with the whole online dating app thing but this just missed the mark for me as well. It was more about her one-night stands and her awesome best friends with a lot of fashion stuff thrown in. If I'm going to read about dating apps and one-night stands: make it funny; include some witty banter; make me laugh or even feel some type of emotion at all. Nothing.

Don't go into this one thinking it's a romance novel because it is not. Maybe more women's fiction, chick lit or something.

Overall, I enjoyed this book - I think the writing was great and I love a NYC setting and of course, the body positivity and plus size character in her 30's is such a welcome change from the tiny 25 yr olds that usually pop up in these books. I think it had a good message of accepting who you are no matter your size and the importance of true friendships. The only eh part was she was sleeping with a few guys at once and it kinda felt gross since she was so upset about her ex cheating on her...but then she is kinda doing the same?? I also found out after reading it that a ghostwriter wrote this book, which I had NEVER heard of in fiction. Non-Fiction yet but fiction...it just didn't sit with me well. I understand this author has a business and a million other things in her life, but ghostwriting fiction seems like the easy way out. Otherwise, good book but not sure I will read from her again since it's not really her writing. Thank you, NetGalley, for this ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Fun, summer-y read with a body positive message. I saw this book recommended on IG and happily received an arc from NetGalley. thanks!

Sunny Side Up by Katie Sturino is a well written and entertaining Women’s Fiction, Romance.

This story follows a woman who is adjusting her perspectives on what she wants in life while also focusing on body acceptance. She has created one successful business, and dives into a second to help other women who are struggling with similar body image and confidence issues as she has.

This story also follows the MC’s reclaiming of her love life after divorce, and this thread is highly entertaining. She will keep you on the edge of your seat, waiting to see who she dates next, and what moves she’ll make.

Overall, this story is full of humor and heart! It’s a great read that you’ll really enjoy.

Thank you NetGalley and Celadon Books for this advanced readers copy.

A feel‑good, body‑positive rom‑com that’s both relatable and uplifting. A great beach read for anyone who believes in second chances and owning your space in the world.

I didn't love this one. I felt like it dragged on and the main character was insufferable. She was entitled and detached from reality and the story didn't have much heart. I skimmed the last 50% just to get it done with.

Sunny Greene is 35 and recently divorced. Her brother is getting married, and everything comes tumbling down when Sunny cannot find a bathing suit to fit her in the Bergdorf swimsuit department.
As she begins to accept herself for who she is, she becomes caught in a love triangle between a business tycoon who checks off every box and Dennis, the sweet mailman. When her ex-husband shows up back in her life, Sunny is going to have to decide who she is and who she wants to be.
Throughout this book, Sunny learns to accept her plus-sized body and herself for who she is. She begins to see all the men in her life through a new lens of self-fulfillment.
Sunny is gregarious and a bit raunchy at times, but I loved seeing a strong, female protagonist who is also plus-sized.. This is a spicier book than I thought it would be!

A wonderful story of healing, self-discovery and love. Sunny represents what we all feel at times and how she dealt with it was nothing short of raw, honest and amazing. So funny and realistic. Well done fun to read novel.

A book written by a ghostwriter, admitted by the author. Yet the ghostwriter is given no credit. This is a hard no for me!

I almost did not finish this book. The story had some good things like learning to love and accept yourself and friendships that make life better. The sleeping around with multiple men was very unappealing especially the way the main character tried to justify being with two men at the same time. It was no different than her ex cheating on her. I wanted to like the main character, but it wasn’t easy for a lot of the book.

Sunny Side Up | Katie Sturino

3☆

A huge thank you to the author, the publisher, and Netgalley for this copy of Sunny Side Up.

Recently divorced fashion editor Sunny Greene is facing the looming prospect of her solo appearance at her brother’s wedding. Trying to find a dress being plus size, and frustrated from always taking the back seat to people in her life, she is extremely frustrated. She takes matters into her own hands, opens her own size inclusive bathing suit line, revamps her newsletter and embarks on a “wedding date deadline” and ends up in a love triangle. The personal struggles Sunny faced were relatable, yet others were unrealistic and far-fetched.. starting a swim company on a whim, like who can do that? The leading on of two good men felt a little icky to me as well. At the end of the day it was a quick read for me, but not a favourite as I didn’t feel invested in the story much at all.

Okie I really really liked this one! As a plus size girly myself, I loved the body neutrality/positivity of the book. I liked how bad ass Sunny was, and though she at times irritated me, it was because she is so real and relatable. I loved how cool she was as an entrepreneur. Overall, highly enjoyed the book, will def read more by this author! Narration was awesome, but the Queens accents took me out lol

Thank you Netgalley and Katie Sturino for the advanced copy! All opinions are my own.

I’ve always been a big fan of @katiesturino. She’s hilarious, has amazing style, a champion of the body acceptance movement, and the founder of @megababe. She’s a great instagram follow and now we can say she’s a published author!

I loved this book! It’s the perfect book for your beach bag: fashion, romance, some decent spice, and covers what it’s really like to date after divorce. Sunny is a 35 yr old recently divorced woman getting back into the dating game, just in time for her little brother’s wedding. She’s also put on a little weight and is having trouble finding clothes to match her gorgeous style. She loves herself at any size and it shouldn’t be so hard to find a cute swimsuit above a size 14.

She has a few dating prospects and quickly finds herself between affluent Ted and postal worker Dennis. They both make her feel things she hasn’t in a long time and she enjoys the feeling of being desired. I especially loved that Ted took Sunny to Rao’s on a date (what a flex!!). It was fun to see her really be herself again after her breakup with Zack.

I saw some comparisons of Sunny to a modern day Carrie Bradshaw and I think it’s an apt comparison. Sunny is confident, she stands up for herself and others, a boss babe who understands what women want in swimwear, she is a great friend to many and an excellent boss and mentor to Avery.

I definitely felt seen in this book as a plus size woman myself. I’ve absolutely been the friend who had to shop in the accessories dept because the store didn’t carry anything my size. I think Katie did an amazing job of showing body acceptance and being happy at any size. We are perfect as we are.

Sunny Side Up was a cute story but I had trouble getting past the extreme amount of descriptions. The opening chapter almost made me quit the book- get yourself out of the swimsuit Sunny! Perhaps I just don’t care as much about what my character is wear as I want to know what they are thinking.

A breezy beach read with heart, Sunny Side Up tackles body image themes with warmth and insight. While the romance was positioned as the centerpiece, I found the emotional impact dulled by predictability—and the romantic arc didn’t feel like the true beating heart of the story.

That said, I’m rounding up my rating to 4 stars, thanks to the sincere character development and Sunny’s journey toward self-acceptance. Her emotional warmth and the book’s empowering messages created a genuine connection that lingers beyond the final chapter.

Thank you to Katie Sturino, Celadon Publishing, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this unforgettable novel. This review reflects my personal response to the book.

I will admit that the description of this book is what caught my eye. The author tackles a complex issues that most women of plus size women face. I did find the book enjoyable to some degree. It really did show the real thoughts and feelings that many women face everyday. Sunny's character was relatable but there was so much entitlement as well. As a reader I would look into more books by this author. I received a copy through Netgalley. A review was not required.

Loved this. The power of Sunny was felt throughout. It felt real, it felt raw, it felt motivating. Keep on keeping on Sunny