Our Perfect Storm

Carley Fortune really knows how to make a book feel like summer! ‚Our perfect storm‘ tells the story of the relationship between Frankie and George. From childhood friends to college besties to lovers. You can feel all the years of friendship, all the things left unsaid and the tension between them. Their connection was definitely my favorite part of the book. Then there’s the setting: Tofino, the ocean and the beaches create such a beautiful atmosphere. The whole book captures a dreamy and nostalgic feeling that made me want to be in Canada. But this isn’t just a story about romance. Frankie has to figure out who she is, what she wants and where she belongs, which gives the story an emotional layer I wasn’t expecting. For anyone who loves friends-to-lovers, childhood best friends, yearning and a beautiful summer setting.

I read "Our Perfect Storm" over the course of four days during my summer holiday and I have to say, it was the perfect vacation read for me. To be fair, friends to lovers is my favorite trope so the book was off to a good start but it just got better and better. I loved the course the story took and you could feel the author's love for the characters and scenery in every page and line. There was plenty romance yes, but also deeper and philosophic parts to the story that I liked just as much. Like I said - the perfect summer read that leaves nothing to be desired for. Definitely recommend!

Carley Fortune is back! She is one of those authors who is an absolute no-brainer for me. Whenever she releases a new book, I immediately put every other book aside to read it, and she never disappoints. This time, the story takes us to British Columbia. Frankie has been left at the altar and decides to go on her honeymoon with her longtime best friend, George. Through a journey of closure, self-discovery, and self-acceptance, the two begin to realize their feelings for each other, and Frankie has to ask herself what she truly wants. The setting was especially compelling because it felt very current. The inclusion of the 2023 wildfires and the way nature is changing and suffering because of human actions added depth and emotional weight to the story. Furthermore, the whale metaphor gave the novel so much character and even reminded me a little of Moby Dick. I love Carley Fortune's books because of their authentic Canadian settings and her characters, who are often at a crossroads in life and forced to start over. I absolutely loved Frankie and George. Their friendship and bond were incredibly heartwarming. Of course, there were moments when I wanted to throw the book against the wall because they frustrated me so much, but that only made them feel more human, realistic, and ultimately even more lovable and relatable.