This book absolutely stole my heart in the best possible way. I loved how it dives deep into that messy, complicated kind of love we all secretly crave but fear where the lines between right and wrong blur, and emotions become this tangled, beautiful mess. The writing is so raw and honest, it pulled me straight into the narrator’s pain, confusion, and hope. The characters felt authentic, flawed, and deeply human. The way the author captures the push and pull between desire and guilt made the romance feel so much more powerful and genuine. And the writing style is fluid and emotional, with just the right amount of intensity to keep you hooked. I absolutely adored it and couldn’t put it down.

I enjoyed parts of The Other Brother—the writing is easy to get into and the premise had a lot of potential. That said, the romantic connection between the main character and the “other” brother didn’t really feel fully fleshed out. Their relationship developed so quickly that it was hard to believe in the emotional shift.

Strangely enough, I felt more chemistry and connection with the original brother, which made the change in direction a bit jarring. I kept waiting for deeper conversations or moments that would make the new romance click, but it never quite got there for me.

Still, it’s a fast read with some sweet moments, and I know others might connect with it more. Just didn’t fully hit the emotional beats I was hoping for.