This was not on my radar until some friends raved about it. They were right! This gave such Grey’s Anatomy vibes. It was FUNNY and heartwarming. I loved this so much. Both narrators on audio were very engaging and told the story well.

Grace & Julian are both first year surgical interns at a hospital trying to navigate the ins and outs of their new environment. After a rude rumor about Grace spreads and she thinks Julian is behind it, the two start to hate each other with a burning passion. But there's a fine line between love & hate...

this was SO much fun! i loved every second. Julian & Grace's banter was delightful & so funny, the medical school aspect was so enjoyable and real, and the spice was SPICING. i felt so bad for Grace that everyone was judging her, but i was so impressed with her tenacity. Julian was so sweet & down badddd for this girl.

the audiobook was incredible & i felt so immersed in the story. the narrators crushed it!

"You are a prison I don't want to escape. You are drowning in paradise."

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thank you so much to Harlequin Trade Publishing, Harlequin Audio, NetGalley, & Deidra Duncan for an ARC & ALC of this book 🫶🏼🫶🏼

I rarely read medical based romance books and was really intrigued by this one. Overall it was a cute, quick read but I felt like the chemistry and the writing was not completely there. The medical aspects felt very real and I loved that the Author was an OBGYN. The banter between the main characters was cute but felt a bit rushed and clunky as it progressed. I would definitely consider reading another book by this author.

Thank you NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for the chance to read Love Sick!

Love Sick was a fun and heartwarming read for me. It follows Grace Rose, a first-year OB-GYN resident who's trying to survive the grueling hours, the toxic culture, and rumors about her reputation. I loved the chemistry between Grace and Julian. Their banter made me laugh out loud more than once, and their emotional connection developed in a really sweet, natural way. If anything pulled me out of the story at times, it was some of the side characters; the drama occasionally felt a bit childish. A few scenes also dragged a little in pacing, but overall, the strong core relationship between Grace and Julian kept me invested.

What really stuck with me was how Love Sick balanced humor and heart. Even after closing the book, I was still smiling, feeling like I'd just spent time with characters I genuinely liked (even when they made messy, very human mistakes). It’s the kind of story that reminds you love can sneak up on you when you least expect it, even in the most stressful, sleep-deprived moments of life.

I’d definitely recommend this to anyone who loves workplace romances, enemies-to-lovers tension, and stories with just the right blend of drama, humor, and heart. It's a quick and easy read.

This was a good read! The beginning was great and the mild ‘enemies to lovers’ plot was engaging. I really loved Julian and he felt like a multifaceted character. I didn’t love Grace as much, especially toward the end of the book. The third act breakup and the continuous rumor plot did lower the rating from a firm 4 stars to a 3.5 rounded down. I understand why it was done but it wasn’t for me. I loved that the author is an OBGYN! Would definitely read more from her. Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own,

Love sick was such a cute book! I loved the banter between Grace and Julian it was VERY entertaining. This was a very funny and romantic book. It was so satisfying to see grace grow in her confidence and learn what she wants. This story definitely gave me Greys Anatomy vibes which was absolutely amazing. I would love to see a happy ever after for Asher he seemed so sweet and he needs his HEA. I love how the author did a perfect mix of humor and romance. It was the perfect mixture and is exactly what I look for in a romance book. I feel like the ending was very rushed. I would have liked just a little more. But other than that it was fun to read.

Great book will definitely check out more from this author.

So fun and sweet! Love a medical romance. This one didn’t disappoint. Grateful for the opportunity to read this ARC!

Unfortunately the 3 Harry Potter references within 20% of the book completely turned me off from finishing this. I’m a queer feminist and cannot support work that supports JKR. It’s 2025, we should not be platforming her or Harry Potter anymore.

i wanted this book to be for me so badly but it just wasn't...

medical drams are my shit on tv so i wanted that love to transfer over to a book. unfortunately it doesn't work. this book introduces us to so many characters and i can hardly remember who is who for the most part. have of them are pretty insignificant and are only there to be assholes. if this book is an accurate depiction of what hospitals are like, which i'm sure it isn't, it sounds like hell. our main character is belittled and slut shamed for over two years about a rumor people assigned to her. the whole time this rumor was actually someone else's life and that person didn't speak up once to help out her "friend."

the romance was okay, i can totally see the vision. they got off on the wrong foot, argue for a while, but end up building a friendship that leads to more. for the majority of the second half the romance was saving the book. the hospital dramatics were boring and i just wanted to see the couple. but then we had the feared third act breakup and i was completely out of the story. everything was just so melodramatic and i could not take it seriously.

grace was a goo main character and julian was fine but i just didn't really like anyone. this hospital is apparently full of misogynistic assholes who assault women and shit talk them behind their backs. none of the friends were overly likable because i always just felt uncomfortable reading the book. maybe this just wasn't for me and i need to stick to medical dramas on the tv...

*thank you net galley and canary press for the arc*

OBGYN RESIDENCY… Canadian? SAY NO MORE. As a nurse I was instantly hooked by this book and it was perfect to read on my night shifts. I loved the legitimate medical practice with the romance and have recommended it to all my nurse friends!

As a nurse, I’m always drawn to books with a medical twist, so when this ARC popped up, I knew I had to read it—and I’m so glad I did! The banter between Julian and Grace was absolutely delightful. Their chemistry had me laughing out loud more than once, and I couldn’t get enough of their dynamic.

What really made this book stand out for me was the subtle integration of medical details. It added a layer of authenticity without overwhelming the story, and it made me appreciate the characters and their world even more.

Funny, heartfelt, and full of charm, this book was such a joy to read. I loved every minute of it and would absolutely recommend it—especially to anyone who enjoys a little medicine mixed in with their romance!

𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁:

If you love Grey’s Anatomy this book is for you! It has all the vibes and drama. I loved this glimpse into the medical world and the tight knit group that interning creates. You feel the ups and downs as they progress through the programs and the found family vibes are strong. If you like a dreamy doctor MMC who knows how to treat a women right this books for you!

𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐬𝐢𝐬:

Grace worked her butt off to be one of five at the Texas University OB-GYN program at TUMC. But when she goes to the mixer before she starts she finds out there is a big rumor going around about her. The rumor is that she slept to get into the program and that couldn’t be further from the truth. Now she has to work even harder to get traction and respect with her mentors and peers.

Julian is a DO and to some that means he’s not at the same level but he worked even harder to get this internship spot. He was attracted to Grace from the beginning but he didn’t make the best first impression and she hates him. But they are stuck together the next few years and to make it worse they live in the same apartment.

Follow Grace and Julian as they navigate the mess and joy that is the intern years. Maybe they can set aside their differences and learn they are a stronger together then apart.

𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐲 13𝐭𝐡 2025.

𝙁𝙖𝙫 𝙌𝙪𝙤𝙩𝙚:

“I should have told you a long time ago. You’re a prison I don’t want to escape. You’re like drowning in paradise.”

𝑳𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒔 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒍𝒍 𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒅:

* Enemies to Friends to Lovers
* Workplace Romance - Doctors in Intern OB-GYN Program
* Forced Proximity - Live Same Apartment Complex
* Found Family - Close Knit Resident Group of 5
* Rumors, Drama and Grey’s Anatomy Vibes
* Banter & Slow Burn
* Mental Health Rep
* Dual POV

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Thank you to Netgalley and Canary Press for the advanced copy of 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗰𝗸.

This was such a fun workplace rivals-to-lovers read that hooked me right from the start!!

Sapphire Rose (aka Grace) is entering her first year of residency and is ready for a fresh start in a new place. She arrives to Texas and at her first mixer with the other residents and doctors, she discovers some nasty rumors have been unfairly attached to her.

I loved the medical drama and the glimpse into what residency is like. Deidra Duncan is a real-life OB-GYN, so it’s all real insights. (Major props to doctors- not sure how y’all do it!!!)

Our MMC Julian is such a golden retriever. Grace & Julian don’t start off on the best terms, but their banter and rivalry is so fun! I love the slow burn. 🔥 I also loved friendships with the other first years and their “group therapy” sessions and texts!

Grace and Julian have to overcome some personal struggles, but I love how Julian was so supportive and so in love with Grace!

This is such a great debut - you should def add it to your TBR for May!!

🗓️ Available May 13, 2025
🌶️ There are a few open door scenes, but nothing that overtakes the plot!

3.5 stars
Love Sick is raw, funny, and at times painfully honest. Deidra Duncan captures the messiness of love, illness, and growing up with a voice that feels real and relatable. While the pacing drags a bit in the middle and some parts felt more like a diary than a novel, the emotional depth and sharp humor kept me engaged. Not perfect, but definitely memorable.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

This book truly opened my eyes to my love for medical romances, like Greys Anatomy. With its captivating slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers theme, it showcases the compelling relationship between Grace and Julian. The intense chemistry, witty banter, and palpable sexual tension between these two characters are nothing short of exceptional, making this story a must-read for anyone who enjoys a great enemies to lovers journey. It's definitely a book I will read again and recommend to others.


**Thank you NetGalley and Canary Street Press for providing this ARC**

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Love Sick by Deidra Duncan

This book was everything I love in a rom-com—smart, emotional, and downright addictive from start to finish. Deidra Duncan perfectly blends medical drama with swoony romance, snappy banter, and the kind of character depth that lingers long after you finish the last page.

Grace is such a relatable lead—an anxious, determined first-year OB-GYN resident navigating a brutal work environment, unfair rumors, and the constant pressure to prove herself. And Julian? Ugh, the charming, slightly arrogant, secretly soft hero of my dreams. Their tension-filled dynamic had me grinning, blushing, and flipping pages like my life depended on it.

I loved how Duncan didn’t shy away from real issues—sexism in medicine, imposter syndrome, toxic work cultures—yet still delivered a romance that felt hopeful and heart-healing. The slow burn between Grace and Julian builds beautifully, and their emotional growth (individually and together) was so satisfying.

If you love:
💉 Medical settings
🔥 Enemies to lovers
🛌 Forced proximity
💬 Sharp, funny dialogue
💗 Heartfelt, healing romance

Then Love Sick is a must-read. It’s the perfect balance of angst, humor, and heart, written with authenticity only a practicing doctor could bring. Absolutely loved it!

Thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin for the eARC!

I loved this book! If you are a fan (or ever were) of Grey's Anatomy, I think you'll really enjoy this romance. Even if you were never into Grey's Anatomy, if you like enemies to lovers, forced proximity, or co-workers who become lovers, you'll really enjoy this book.
Duncan creates a really fun cast of characters, and a really realistic timeline for her core couple. I appreciated the attention to medical detail (which was not overwhelming), and also how she brought her couple from enemies to friends (or at least friendly).
I also thought Duncan did a really good job of exploring how the rumors might affect Sapphire/Grace, as well as the fallout and the resolution/future prevention.
This has been one of my favorite romances of the year!

I work in the medical field so I’m always drawn to the setting of a hospital/characters. This was a fast read but unfortunately not a memorable one for me.

dnf bc it is very obvious the author didn’t do her medical field research prior to this and i hate the characters

Love Sick - Deidra Duncan

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“I wear anxiety like an itchy body suit.”

Love Sick by Deidra Duncan is a medical romance that follows first-year OB-GYN resident Grace Rose as she navigates the challenges of residency while dealing with rumors about her reputation and a painful breakup. When she clashes with fellow resident Julian Santini, their initial animosity evolves into a slow-burn romance, set against the backdrop of a demanding and often toxic medical environment.

Thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for the ARC copy of this book. This was a perfect mix of the drama and love of Grey’s Anatomy into a new adult romance story. I really enjoyed the hi jinx on the OBGYN department at the hospital and even the random twist they threw in with the friendship dynamics. Julian was a great male lead character and overall, a solid romance for all the Greys lovers.