ARC Review of Where There's Room for Us by Hayley Kiyoko
DeeDee,
Read an ARC book. Disclaimer attached in my review.
Title: Where There's Room for Us
Author: Hayley Kiyoko
Genre: Sapphic romance
What Do I Think About The Book?
Pros: As I remember Hayley Kiyoko from the Disney Channel Original Movie Lemonade Mouth, I get a chance to check out Where There's Room for Us. I like the setting as I love reading Victorian era books. Most of the characters are lovely (Dani is cherry and cool!). I like the plot and writing is easy for me to read.
Cons: I would say that the ending is rushed and I wish I could see one part resolved (I would not specify the part as I don't want to give away spoilers).
Verdict: The book is wonderful! I spite of a few issues, I enjoyed Where There's Room for Us!
I have received a free copy from NetGalley and St. Martin's Press. All opinions are my own. Thank you!
Plot:Â 5/5
Characters: 4.5/5
Pacing: 4/5
Writing: 5/5
Spice Level: 1/5 🌶
Overall: 4.5/5
Synopsis:
In WHERE THERE'S ROOM FOR US, #1 New York Times bestselling author Hayley Kiyoko brings us a young adult novel set in a reimagined 1880s Victorian England where everyone is free to love whoever they choose.
When her brother unexpectedly inherits an English estate, the outspoken and infamously daring poet, Ivy, swaps her lively New York life for the prim and proper world of high society, and quickly faces the challenges of its revered traditions–especially once she meets the most sought-after socialite of the courting season: Freya Tallon.
Freya’s life has always been mapped out for her: marry a wealthy lord, produce heirs, and protect the family’s noble status. But when she unexpectedly takes her sister’s place on a date with Ivy, everything changes. For the first time, she feels the kind of spark she’s always dreamed of.
As Ivy and Freya’s connection deepens, both are caught between desire and duty. How much are they willing to risk to be true to themselves—and to each other?
Inspired by Hayley Kiyoko’s own experiences and classic favorites like Little Women and Pride and Prejudice, Where There’s Room for Us is a romance set in a world where society’s expectations are everything—but love is so much more.
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