Thank you Simon Teen and NetGalley for the advanced reader copy!

𝘍𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘓𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘴 transports you to Bramble Falls, where the harvest spice lattes are bottomless and the air is crisp with the scent of fall. It's a charming small town escape from New York City, one that high school senior Ellis is reluctant to immerse herself in. She's abruptly torn from her friends, competitive school, and college prep as her parents separate, leaving her temporarily moving into her aunt's house with her mom. She's more alone than ever, and she longs to return to the city. Her dad is suddenly too busy to pick up the phone, and she's not sure why her friend, Cooper, from years ago is now giving her the cold shoulder.

This story is 𝘎𝘪𝘭𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘎𝘪𝘳𝘭𝘴 in book form! From the sweet, but gossiping, residents to the silly yet endearing events, I felt like I was strolling through Stars Hollow. It's such a comforting, quick read, and I loved the autumnal imagery. It feels like a warm hug!

Ellis and Cooper made for a great couple, and while there's some teenage miscommunication occurring, I still enjoyed their story. Coop was so sweet (pun intended), and I adored his cookie sharing with Ellis.

I would have liked to see more development for Ellis and her relationship with her father, as it seemed we were told about the impact it had on her yet she didn't discuss it with her friends through most of the book.

𝘍𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘓𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘴 hits shelves this September, and it's the ideal cozy read to binge in one sitting (with a PSL in hand, of course!).