And Then There Was You was an absolute 5-star read for me. From the very beginning, Chloe was such a relatable character—31, feeling lost, and convinced she hasn’t hit the milestones she “should” have by now. Following her back to her Oxford reunion made for such a compelling story, perfectly blending the past with the present as she faced her insecurities and rediscovered herself.

The futuristic addition of AI was such a unique touch, and I really enjoyed how seamlessly it was woven into the story—it feels like something we’ll be seeing more of in real life before long. The mix of romance, self-discovery, and a hint of sci-fi kept me hooked from start to finish.

The characters were incredibly well developed and captivating. Chloe’s growth felt authentic, John completely won me over, and Richard the dog absolutely stole my heart (and my tears).

This book had everything I love: heart, humor, emotion, and originality. A fantastic read that I’ll be recommending often!

I really enjoy the humor and the real topics also covered in Sophie’s books! This is my second novel by her I’ve read and definitely won’t be my last

As per usual with Sophie Cousens, I LOVED THIS BOOK! I really couldn’t put it down. I was not expecting the Rob element and was a little worried, but I actually loved it. I don’t want to give away anything, because it was great going in blind. I’ll just say the love story was perfection. The banter and the build up were top-notch. This was another home run (or whatever the rounders equivalent would be) from Sophie Cousens. She is an insta buy author for me. Thank you for the opportunity to read early and I will definitely be recommending.

Thank you to NetGalley and G. P. Putnams and Sons for the ARC.

Not for me! The whole robot boyfriend really threw me for a loop!

I really sped through this one! I could definitely envision it while reading and thought even though lighthearted, there was a handling of some deeper (and current) questions that were handled neatly.
Chloe feels like she hasn’t accomplished anything in her life and is a failure, so when her ten year reunion comes - she decides a great way to look like she is winning at life is to bring along a hot, charismatic, capable boyfriend. But …. He’s not quite what he appears to be.
While I read through this quickly I also found the plot rather predictable, from the first reveal to the true love interest. I wish there was a bit more time with Sean, who in the lead up to the reunion felt much more pivotal than the time we had.

3.5/5

Chloe’s life hasn’t turned out the way she imagined. Once voted Most Likely to Succeed at Oxford, she dreamed of writing movies and plays. Instead, she’s stuck as a production assistant for a smarmy producer named McKenzie—fetching coffees and scheduling appointments rather than gaining real experience in the industry she loves.

To make matters worse, her 10-year class reunion is around the corner, and Chloe feels embarrassed about where she’s ended up. She’s also lost touch with her best friend Sean, now a successful Hollywood producer. Desperate to save face, she signs up for a trial with Perfect Partners, a dating service that guarantees your perfect match—hoping to show up with a “boyfriend” on her arm.

What follows wasn’t what I expected at all. I went in thinking this would be a heartwarming second-chance romance, but instead the story took a sharp turn into questions about technology, AI, and what the future of love and human connection might look like.

This wasn’t my favorite Sophie Cousens novel. I adored The Good Part and I Can’t Believe She’s Really Going Out With Him for their warmth and character-driven storytelling. While this book still had Cousens’s signature charm and relatable characters, the subject matter felt unsettling at times. That said, it definitely made me stop and think about the growing role of technology in our lives—which, in its own way, is a powerful reading experience.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

3.5 stars!

Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this book!

This was my first Sophie Cousens book, and I really enjoyed it! Its main character is likable, it’s centered in a fake dating trope, but there’s a little bit of a second chance trope going on. The male main character is set up in a way that you find yourself second guessing who you are rooting for.
The idea of the story is interesting, but like other reviews I read, I struggled getting behind the AI of it all. It seems like she has her mind made up about the situation but continues to double back and change her mind, which was confusing as the reader.
Overall it was cute! I would say it’s an easy, light hearted read, with a twist on fake dating/second chance romance tropes.

Let me preface this by saying, I don’t usually like rom-coms. I often find the characters boring or too annoying, and the plots repetitive and predictable.

But when Sophie Cousens releases a book? I grab it immediately. And once again, she completely won me over. I smiled from beginning to end, and honestly, this one might just be my all-time favorite of hers.

Chloe, at 31, is newly single, stuck in a job she hates, and wondering why her life doesn’t look the way she thought it would. Dating in your 30s feels intimidating enough, but then she stumbles across a dating service with a twist—something no other dating app has ever offered. Cue the sci-fi vibes, and suddenly you’re hooked, wondering where Cousens is taking the story. With her 10-year university reunion looming, Chloe finally has a date secured…and plenty of people from her past to face.

And can we talk about chapter 21?! 🤣🤣 I spent way too long translating those codes, but it was 100% worth it. (Also, the Friends reference… so good! IYKYK.)

What I love most about Sophie Cousens is how she takes what could be a simple rom-com premise and turns it into something unique, thoughtful, and genuinely inspiring. Her romances always leave me smiling for days, and this book was no exception.

Thank you NetGalley, Sophie Cousens and Putnam Books for this e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

It was such an interesting concept and I really love Sophie Cousens' writing but the love story fell flat to me. I think she writes flirting so well and that was something that really worked. I think the AI aspect of it threw me off at first, but I learned to appreciate the importance of humanity!

3 stars
Then There Was You by Sophie Cousens just wasn’t quite my cup of tea. The story leans more into sci-fi and futurism than I expected, with a noticeable AI element that didn’t really resonate with me personally. I tend to prefer more grounded romantic comedies, so this blend of tech and romance felt a little off for my taste. That said, I think it will definitely appeal to readers who enjoy a speculative twist with their love stories. If you’re into romcoms with a futuristic flair, this one might be right up your alley.

I really want to be a Sophie Cousens fan. Her romances are cozy, lighthearted, and sprinkled with just enough depth to keep things engaging. This one had an intriguing storyline that pulled me in, and if you enjoyed her last book and her overall style, you’ll likely enjoy this too. For me, though, something about it felt a little lackluster compared to her other work.

This book was kind of cheesy and silly and with a rather odd plot. I didn’t really like it. I’m able to suspend belief for speculative fiction but I don’t really want that in a romance. This one was a miss. 2.5 rounded to 3.

Thank you to the author, NetGalley, and Putnam Publishing for the advance reader copy.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this arc.

I love Sophie Cousins but I did no like this book.

1. I feel like the description is misleading. If I never about the AI and the robot BF, I wouldn’t have read it honestly.

2. For 80% of the book, there is 0 chemistry between Chloe and John is non existent.

3. CH 21 is the best chapter.

This was not your typical romance story and I really liked that. The current synopsis on here doesn't really fit and I can see some people being surprised. You kind of have to suspend all beliefs when it comes to Rob and just go with it.

Kindly received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. I normally like Sophie Cousens but this book was very much not for me. The book is about someone who starts “dating” an AI robot and I just could not get into it.

I thiiiink I got the ick from the AI of it all. I really liked the school reunion premise and I enjoyed reading about Chloe and the people around her. I liked the deeper thoughts about Chloe coming to terms with her life, sticking up for herself, and putting perspective into her friendships with Kiko and Sean. I even really enjoyed the build up to the relationship with John. I just can’t get past the robot boyfriend. It’s such a timely topic and I did appreciate John’s character discussing the ethics and morality of something like this happening, and not entirely unrealistic. I think it was just a twist I wasn’t sure how I felt about and that never went away throughout my entire time reading. Overall a cute story and an interesting premise maybe just not for me personally. Thank you for the ARC!

If you've read any of my reviews, you'll know that I often request advance copies of books without fully reading the descriptions. I will easily admit that there are certain authors I am willing to read regardless of what the description is, and Sophie Cousens is one of those authors. To be fait, though, in this case, the description actually does NOT mention the HUGE twist....that Chloe's "perfect match" at the "mysterious matchmaking service is an AI robot!!!! I was TOTALLY thrown for a loop, and at first, I really was not sure what to think. I'm not a Sci-Fi person, and I was worried we were venturing into that territory. Luckily, this was not the case. Despite the idea of a humanoid bot seeming like it's not necessaily far-fetched but at least a ways off in the future, Cousens somehow pulled this off and made me feel like I was just reading any one of her novels (which if you read her author's note was something she struggled with when originally beginning this novel). And Then There was You genuinely made me think about the idea of dating robots being an actual possibility and all the complications that come along with that. Yet it was still fun, lighthearted, and easy to read. An interesting read for sure!

AND THEN THERE WAS YOU — 2.5/3⭐️

After a breakup and stalled career leave her feeling stuck, thirty-one-year-old Chloe hires a mysterious dating service for the perfect reunion date.

Sophie Cousens is one of my favorite authors, but the sci-fi element in this one (which I’m intentionally leaving out since it’s not in the summary) just didn’t work for me—especially compared to The Good Part, where the magical element was my favorite aspect. That said, I found Chloe ridiculously relatable (in the best way). This was full of heart but ultimately too weird for me lol.

Thank you @netgalley @putnambooks for the gifted copy! Out Nov 18.

Rating: 3.75 stars

This was a solid read.

Chloe is unhappy with where her life has ended up. She’s far from the goals she set for herself after college, still nursing the pain of a broken friendship with her former best friend and writing partner, Sean who, to make matters worse, is now a celebrated director with several hit films to his name.

After a disastrous date, Chloe runs into an old acquaintance, Wendy, who seems to have turned her life around completely and found the perfect partner. Inspired by Wendy’s success, Chloe decides to take a chance on the same unconventional “dating” agency. That’s how she meets Rob who appears too good to be true. Hoping to save face at her college reunion and maybe even reconnect with Sean, Chloe brings Rob along. What unfolds is a mix of laugh-out-loud moments, bittersweet yearning, and some surprising truths.

What I liked:
The plot without spoiling too much feels timely and relevant, especially in how it tackles accountability and the need for partners who call us out when we’re being less than our best selves.
Chloe’s self-reflection was a highlight; I appreciated how she was able to look back on her college years and recognize the missteps she made.

What didn’t work as well for me:
The romance itself felt a little lackluster; the sense of yearning didn’t quite hit the emotional depth I was hoping for.
While this isn’t my favorite Sophie Cousens book, I still had a great time reading it.

3.5 Stars I have so many feelings about this book, I don’t even know how to review it. I am such a huge Sophie Cousens fan, and while this book had so many lovely parts that make up the reasons I love her books so much – fun characters, sweet romantic moments and laugh out loud humor, it also had some strange aspects that I am just struggle to reconcile in my head.

Chloe is a struggle PA, single, dead end job and living with her parents when she gets the invite to her 10 year college reunion. Afraid to face everyone knowing she went from being a successful student to a struggle adult she seeks the help of Perfect Partners, a high end match making service. She is matched with Rob, who is her perfect man. He is handsome, kind, funny, talented in all the things, and helps her become the best version of herself. But is he too good to be true? She can’t help but compare him to the men of her past at the reunion, and finds herself making pro con lists to see who comes out on top.

I loved the sweet romance between Chloe and Sam. I loved that they each had their little quarks, and a fun shared history. Basically couldn’t get enough of Sam and Richard. Could have read about them all day. But Rob. Well, I didn’t like Rob. He made me cringe and I just couldn’t get over it. I totally see why he was there and how he moved the plot forward, but ultimately, I just couldn't handle him.