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Written In The Stars by Alexandria Bellefleur
4.0

“Life would be a lot better if we all spent a little more time staring at the stars.”

Elle, an astrologer for the popular “Oh My Stars” Twitter account, has agreed to go on a blind date with her business partners sister Darcy. When they meet, the chemistry is there, but the date ends up being a disaster. Although the date ended up in tragedy, both agree to fake date each other to be rid of their nosy relatives during the holidays.

When the holidays kick of, so rises the popularity of the holiday rom coms. And I get why. Its cozy, it’s soft like a fluffy blanket of white snow and it gives you a warm feeling inside. And that’s exactly what this book provided.

This slightly Pride and Prejudice inspired novel had a nice story, had funny characters, although at times obnoxious and pompous just as the Mr. Darcy in Jane Austens novel, was steamy and it had extremely hilarious dialogues.
It even dealt with some serious themes like being vulnerable after heartbreak, alcoholism and inferiority complex caused by family members.
Besides that it was a lovely novel about believing in one’s destiny, in true love and something beyond; signs of the stars. I loved how all these themes came together in a no nonsense, romantic and astrological read.