A review by adogmomsbookishlife
Almost Like Being in Love by Sariah Wilson

adventurous fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you NetGalley and Montlake for this advanced copy.

I am learning that romance novellas are not my favorite as they tend to lean towards insta-love themes, which is also not my favorite trope.  However, this novella is VERY well written.  I would have loved to read this story as a full length novel.  

This is a perfect Christmas novella as it takes place during a snow storm around Christmas / New Years.  However, it also works to read in the fall simply for the magical realism themes.  Lastly, if you are a regency romance reader, you will love this as the main male character is a sexy Scottish Laird.  

This is one of the better novellas that I’ve read before, and I highly recommend it for someone looking for a quick read with a bit of heart.  However, please be cautious of the trigger warnings as there is off-page and on-page cancer themes as well as themes of parental loss.