I really appreciated this analysis. I loved Funny Story but agree it feels safe. Shocked no Kennedh Ryan though (and I'm not even a fan). I was thrilled about YMAFODWYB but understand why it's a nope for some. Would be nice to see at least 5 titles with more than one romance author of color next year too!
I enjoyed reading this and I haven't heard of Cat Sebastian so appreciate that recommendation. This year,I really enjoyed The Ex Vows by Jessica Joyce and When I Think of You by Myah Ariel, two new to me authors. Also totally agree with your comments about Wicked too, it was glorious! I went with my 10yo and she hasn't stopped singing Defying Gravity since!
I really appreciated this analysis. I loved Funny Story but agree it feels safe. Shocked no Kennedh Ryan though (and I'm not even a fan). I was thrilled about YMAFODWYB but understand why it's a nope for some. Would be nice to see at least 5 titles with more than one romance author of color next year too!
Yes, absolutely! I'd especially love to see a historical by an author of color--there's been so many great ones in the last few years.
Kennedy Ryan should be a shoe-in for this list with her newest!
The more I think about it, the more the omission feels glaring? Soledad was one of my favorite romance heroines of the year.
SAME!! That series is just perfection
I enjoyed reading this and I haven't heard of Cat Sebastian so appreciate that recommendation. This year,I really enjoyed The Ex Vows by Jessica Joyce and When I Think of You by Myah Ariel, two new to me authors. Also totally agree with your comments about Wicked too, it was glorious! I went with my 10yo and she hasn't stopped singing Defying Gravity since!
I *adored* The Ex Vows! Still need to read When I Think of You, which sounds so good.