THIS BOOK WAS PHENOMENAL. After the messy divorce of her parents, Emma swears she will never love again. Until one day, whilst cleaning a lavish apartment, she comes across a mysterious letter from the future. It reads "If I'm being honest, I've loved you from the beginning." Initially, she disregards these letters as a mere prank; yet as more notes surface, she is forced to consider the possibility of love as a profound, visceral, and starkly real emotion. So who is writing them? Is it Ezra, her swoony musical mentor? Or Theo, her childhood best friend and lifelong neighbour? Or Colin, the privileged boy whose house she cleans?

Right from the get-go, I knew that I would adore Emma. She was a beautifully written fmc and thoroughly relatable. She wasn't stuck up, and didn't attempt to cage her flaws behind a veneer of perfection--she was so realistic. Jiji was also amazing, and each character was so wonderfully constructed. I loved her development throughout the story, and watching her romantic journey progress was so rewarding as a reader :))

The plot was also sooooooooooooooooooooo engaging. It kept me on my toes, and I was consistently guessing throughout; wherever I was certain of who it was, Emiko Jean threw a curveball, and I was once again left clueless. I LOVED THE ENDING AND THE EPILOGUE 🥹🥹🥹 Also, the emotion was amazing. Often, I feel that it's difficult to find a story that includes an appropriate balance between heavier and lighter emotions — yet this book captures it beautifully. The writing flowed SO WELL through the story, and encapsulated me in a way that made it IMPOSSIBLE for me to put down.

Initially, what piqued my interest was the magical realism, which DID NOT disappoint. The title and the cover were both so poetic and perfectly reflect the narrative. The pacing was perfect, and it was a surprisingly short read! Mark February to keep an eye out for this spectacularly heartwarming novel for such a rewarding read!

Thank you so much to Simon & Schuster and Netgalley for providing me with this e-ARC.

Love Me Tomorrow absolutely swept me into Emma’s world, and I was not prepared for how emotional this story would feel in the softest, most hopeful way. Emiko Jean blends mystery, magical realism, and heartfelt teen vulnerability into something that feels nostalgic, dreamy, and deeply comforting. I found myself rooting for Emma from the very first page.

Emma’s fear of love, shaped by her parents’ painful divorce, is so raw and relatable. So when she discovers that hauntingly sweet letter from the future that reads, “If I’m being honest, I’ve loved you from the beginning,” I was instantly hooked. The letters weave this gorgeous thread of magic through the entire story, and following Emma as she tries to discover who the writer is made the book feel like a puzzle box wrapped in warm emotion.

The best part? Every potential love interest feels like a real contender. Ezra with his artistic, swoony mentor vibe. Theo, the boy-next-door who knows her heart better than anyone. Colin, the charming rich kid with more depth than he lets on. Each boy brings something compelling to the mystery and to Emma’s growth, and I genuinely enjoyed being kept on my toes. Every time I thought I had it solved, Emiko Jean slipped in a tiny twist that made me question everything again.

The magical realism tied to Tanabata was one of my favourite elements. It added a soft shimmer to the story and brought in the Japanese cultural touches Emiko Jean always writes with such heart. I only wish there had been more of this woven throughout because those moments were absolutely enchanting.

If I had some constructive notes, they would be small ones. The middle section started to feel a bit repetitive as Emma cycled through new clues and new spirals about who the letter writer might be. The short, abrupt chapters sometimes cut emotional moments too quickly, and I found myself wanting a little more space for certain scenes to breathe. And while the romance is sweet, some beats felt a bit rushed. A tiny bit more development would have elevated those moments even further.

But the emotional payoff is worth everything. The ending had me misty-eyed in that cathartic way that doesn’t break your heart, just washes it clean. Emma’s journey toward trusting love again, trusting herself, and taking risks in her own life was incredibly moving and so rewarding to read.

Love Me Tomorrow is thoughtful, atmospheric, and unexpectedly magical. It’s a story about fear, hope, friendship, and choosing to believe in love even when it feels scary. Mark February, because this YA gem is absolutely worth picking up.

Love Me Tomorrow is a warm, hopeful YA romance that completely swept me up. Emma, who has sworn off the idea of “forever love” after her parents’ divorce, suddenly finds herself receiving mysterious letters from someone claiming to be her true love — writing from the future.

The premise feels whimsical in the best way, and I loved how the story blends soft magic (letters from the future), heartfelt friendship moments, and a beautifully tender coming-of-age journey. Emma’s growth as she slowly lets herself believe in love again was the highlight for me.

The romance is sweet, the emotional beats hit, and the mix of charm and mystery keeps the pages turning. A few moments felt a little rushed, but overall this was such a heartfelt, comforting read — perfect for anyone who loves love, even when they’re afraid to admit it.

WOW!! I thoroughly enjoyed reading Love Me Tomorrow by Emiko Jean.
I went in a little blind at first (drawn in by the cute cover) and I was immediately captivated. While the "love letters from the future" aspect was an interesting addition, the greatest aspect to me was Jean's ability to masterfully bring to life memorable and realistic characters and one of the cutest feel-good stories I've read recently.
I loved how at it's core (minus all the timetravel) it was simply about a 17 year old girl navigating life, learning how to gain confidence and finding love.
I see other people mentioning there is a sequel to this book? Obviously this book was great as a standalone but I would be excited to read a second and seeing the characters again (am curious what the theme would be - if it would continue the "love letters from the future" plotline).

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher, Simon & Schuster for this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 stars

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4 stars

This was such a sweet, feel-good read. The letters-from-the-future concept gave me major The Lake House vibes, and I loved that nostalgic, dreamy feeling throughout. It’s heartfelt, hopeful, and easy to get swept up in. I found myself smiling a lot while reading.

I really enjoyed the mix of romance and magical realism, and how the story leans into the idea of love being patient, enduring, and a little bit magical. Some parts felt predictable, but honestly, that didn’t take away from the charm. This book knows exactly what it wants to be and delivers comfort, warmth, and sincerity.

Overall, a lovely, uplifting read that’s perfect if you’re in the mood for something romantic, gentle, and full of heart.

Huge thanks to Simon & Schuster Australia, NetGalley, and Emiko Jean for the eARC—I really enjoyed this one.

Love Me Tomorrow by Emiko Jean (e-ARC)
Pub date: 27 January 2026 (Aus)

My thoughts:
I was drawn to Love Me Tomorrow by the idea of love letters arriving from the future, and I went into the book expecting a cute and sweet romance. While it does carry a gentle and heartfelt tone, the story turned out to be more emotional than I anticipated and leans more towards coming of age and self-discovery than a traditional romance, which ultimately gave it greater depth. Perhaps because of this shift in focus, the magical realism and romantic elements felt more subtle than I had initially expected. In addition, there were a few moments where certain scenes ended rather abruptly, leaving me wishing they had been explored further. However, none of these minor flaws took away from my overall enjoyment of the story. In fact, the emphasis on self-discovery felt genuinely touching and paid off beautifully, making the journey feel meaningful and rewarding. I also really liked the ending, even though it caught me off guard and felt slightly cliff-hanger-like, leaving me curious about what might come next and whether this story will continue. Overall, Love Me Tomorrow is a charming, character-driven young adult novel that explores love in many forms, including romantic, familial, and self-love, and resonates most through its emotional honesty rather than its fantasy elements. I would definitely recommend it.

overall rating:
⭐️: 4/5 star

Thank you @netgalley and @simonschusterau for the eARC in exchange for my honest thoughts on the book.

What a way to start the year. With a book this beautiful (both inside and out) and a heart that feels a little fuller by the end. I honestly couldn’t put this one down. It reads like a soft romantic mystery, full of twists that keep you guessing right up to the last page.
It made me believe in love in all its many beautiful forms. The kind that’s brave and messy and worth the risk. A perfect start-of-year reminder to stop holding back, to say yes more often, even when you might get hurt...
"the wound is where the light enters you"

Love Me Tomorrow gives off major To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before vibes — tender, swoony and impossible not to fall into. It's soft, romantic and quietly hopeful. The kind of story that lingers 🤍

I had the joy of starting the year with this book. It made me laugh and tear up—my favorite kind of read! Emma is such an endearing character, full of courage and humor. I loved following her journey as she learns that not everything in life is black or white, including love. The fantasy element is subtle and serves the story well. Until the very end, I couldn’t figure out who her love-letter writer from the future was, and the ending surprised me in the sweetest way. I definitely recommend this book to fans of contemporary YA novels.

"When it comes to you, I notice everything."
Emma is in highschool and a promising violinist. Her parents divorced and lives with her mother and grandfather. Her father lives alone however he begins to see someone new. Emma's her mum works as a cleaner for the wealthy however due to arthritis Emma begins to pick up more work so keep her family afloat. She works for St. James family she befriends the Collins one of the boys from the family. After cleaning up one day she finds a note.

The romance and mysterious letter writer had me captivated. Because the letter writer could be several people only for a potential twist at the end which exposes it all.

It's a sweet romance and coming of age as Emma tries to figure out who she wants to be, childhood romance and who the writer might be.

This is for fans of To All The Boys I've Loved Before and Within The Space Of A Second.