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Here's the thing: this book was fine. If you're going into it expecting a Rebel Blue Ranch dupe, you're going to be sad. I didn't care that much about the plot (I'm sorry!!!!!), but I cared a lot about the new town Lyla has been talking about and that was enough to hook me. I did enjoy this book, but I think most of that enjoyment was from a couple very specific factors – like the crossover at the very end with Amos and Cam 🥹🥹🥹 and the spicy scenes being really, really well done. The sex scenes can get cringe reaaaaaally fast, and these were actually so good. I didn't love the random stuttering that both of the characters were doing, I didn't feel like it added anything to the story or made sense to who each of these characters were as people. Maybe once or twice but it felt excessive. I described this book as being fine, but I do think the RBR mega-fans are going to lose it when they read this and realize it's not a carbon copy.

Presently, Sweetwater Peak is expected to be a duology, so I'm assuming we'll get her twin's POV next book, which I am really excited about. Solid 3.5 for me!

Lyla sage has a beautiful way with words.
I did not read the description of this book which made the reading experience even better.
A new series I know I’m gonna to adore just as much as Rebel Blue Ranch!!
Hooked from the beginning and had me the time of my life.
Ahhh hello!! the ending I love
Need book 2 asap
It’s really hard to say what I want to without spoiling it!!
But it’s safe to say I loved everything

Thank you so much for the arc!!

Soul Searching by Lyla Sage is a cozy and small town romance with a bit of a paranormal twist. This book completely charmed me with its funny yet emotional story set in the ghost filled Sweetwater Peak. Collins is carrying more emotional baggage than she lets on. Her reluctant return home and hidden fears tugged at my heart. I loved the slow burn between her and Brady, as well as the ghosts! They’re funny, moody, and a little pushy as they help nudge Collins and Brady together. I felt like this book was the perfect mix of banter and just enough haunting to make it a magical and unique read!

I really enjoyed this first book in a new series for Lyla Sage. I really appreciated that the supernatural elements did not seem kitschy.

Lyla does it again. This was amazing I love that she dipped into the magical realism. Collins and Brady were so sweet and I loved reading their journey