While I enjoyed The One You’re With by Lauren K. Denton, I found the storyline a bit too predictable, with much of the plot becoming apparent early on. One of the main characters frustrated me with their lack of reaction to pivotal moments, which made it hard to fully invest in their journey. My favorite line, “We’ve all got long stories,” reflects the main theme of this book, which is the complexity of family relationships. I’m not sure Southern women’s fiction is my cup of tea, but fans of predictable family dramas might find this one enjoyable.