I read through this book so quickly because I really enjoyed it! I loved how it kept me on my toes in finding out who was behind it all. It's definitely a testament to the story that I've been thinking about what I deserve and need in my life. I do wish that she hadn't spent so much time dealing with the Owen situation, but honestly, toxic and abusive relationships take time to dissect.

Great book, would recommend, would read again!

Firstly thsnk you to the publishers for my chance to review.

Lia is a fantastic author whose books I've previously enjoyed.
This is a lighter read but still impactful sending a life affirming message throughout.
Sometimes stuff goes wrong and it's how you embrace the next step that matters.

Fun, uplifting and entertaining this I's a great rom com.

"Better Left Unsent" has an intriguing premise. The main character, Millie, is very relatable and easy to root for. However, some parts of the story dragged a bit, such as Millie's job and her parents' issues. However, I understand that these sections were necessary for character development.

One aspect of the story that didn't quite work for me was the details focusing on Owen. I felt that it wasn't given enough attention to justify its inclusion and that it detracted from the overall plot. Nevertheless, I think the author did a great job with the character Jack, and I wish we could have seen more of his story.

On a positive note, the author's writing style is commendable, and her character development is top-notch. The characters she has created are not just words on a page but living, breathing individuals with distinct personalities, making for a quick read.

While this may not be my personal favourite, I can see how others might find it more enjoyable, especially if they appreciate a slower-paced, character-driven narrative.

Firstly this one gave me anxiety straight from the beginning 🤣 it’s bad enough when you accidentally send someone the wrong text message by mistake but send a full draft inbox of you’re suppressed thoughts is my idea of what hell is!
I did like the concept of the story and how Millie had to comeback from such a catastrophe and my favourite thing about the book would have to be Jack he was really dreamy.
My only niggle was that the first half dragged a little and got a bit repetitive but once I got the half way point o was really invested and flew through to the end.

A very easy read. If you want something light hearted, predictable and fun then this book is for you.
It won’t blow your socks off but it will keep you entertained. A good book for the poolside.

I love Lia Louis, I adore all of her previous books, this one is another exquisite read. The character of Millie was relatable, you find yourself rooting for her to sort out her issues and for all to come good again. She's flawed and far from perfection but arent we all? The life she's in is so far from ideal but we travel with her and see her coming out the other side. beautifully and sensitively written, this book is a real eye opener..

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I want to thank NetGalley for approving me for an ARC of this book.

🤫Secrets
😆Funny
💞Workplace Romance
🥰Second Chance

@lialouisauthor is one of my auto-buy authors! Her candid, relatable storytelling always sends me on a roller-coaster of emotions. This book had it all and was a pure joy to listen to!

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Thanks so much to Bonnier & Netgalley for the advance copy of Better Left Unsent.

This was a perfect summery read - definitely one to get through if you're heading away this summer. Millie.Chandlers life is about to change in so many ways.

Millie was using her work email drafts as a glorified journal- everything she wrote about - her family, friends, work colleagues - was sent to the intended recipient when the work servers went down. Herein follows the aftermath.

Written from Millies pov- I found she could get quite repetitive at times. But it is written in a very real and relatable way. I will always reach for a new Lia Louis - she is a gem 🫶

This was a great combination of romance, friendship and self-discovery. I would have loved to see more of the male love interest, as although I believed their love story it seemed to progress quickly from flirting to in love, with little in between.

Well, this was a lot of fun!
The premise is toe-curlingly brilliant - Millie uses draft emails as a way to vent her frustration and to say the things she would never actually say to her colleagues, friends, and family. I can understand the appeal, it's cathartic to get your feelings out and it's seemingly safe...until one night, everything in her drafts folder is sent. The rest of the book is set AE (after emails) as Millie tries to piece back together her dignity, make amends, and re-find her spark.
I really liked Millie, she is by no means perfect but that just made her more real. Depressingly, I think a large number of women will recognise the experience of having an emotionally abusive and gaslighting partner, and seeing Millie come out the other side of the effects of that is uplifting. The supporting characters are a great mix - I particularly loved Ralph, the best person that we all want to have in our lives and be for others.
I enjoyed the inclusion at the beginning of some of the specific emails that were sent and I would've liked to read more about the awkward conversations that Millie put herself through to try and fix things, but that probably says a lot more about me and my enjoyment of other people's embarrassment than about the book!
This is a real example of how good things often come out of what seems like the worst situation of your life, so you should always embrace the discomfort and look for the best way forward.

I loved this book! Lis Louis has a real talent for finding funny in the familiar. Lia’s humour is just brilliant and takes her storytelling to a whole new level. Better Left Unsaid is not only funny it's also relatable on so many levels. The characters are brilliantly developed and have traits that will remind you of yourself or of someone you know or have met. I adored every page. Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the advance copy.

Millie's unsent draft emails, essentially a type of diary, all get sent. It is a tech issue or has someone done this on purpose. How will this affect her relationships at work and in her personal life? A great read.

When Millie Chandler is dumped by her hotshot boyfriend who happens to work at the same company as her she vows never to be on the company gossip radar again and keep everything to herself but when frustrations become to much she finds an outlet in writing it out in unsent emails. But then - disaster- a glitch in the matrix sends all her unvarnished emails automatically! Quelle horrors. Lia Louis is fast becoming one of my favourite rom com writers, this was a lot of fun but still manages to deal with some serious stuff without being heavy handed.

Oh what a lovely little book! This was exactly the pallet cleanser I needed after a fair few thrillers.
I absolutely loved the premise of this novel. I bet there is no one out there (particularly those who work with emails) who hasn’t wanted to respond in some sarcastic manner or tell the recipient exactly what they feel. I sure have
Meet Millie, who does exactly that. Millie has been using her draft emails as a somewhat diary over the last two years, with all emails unsent but drafted. Due to some technical error, all the emails get sent, including the one to her ex boyfriend who is due to be married shortly
Millie has to walk into work and apologise to people in her life who were always at the end of the emails, including friends and family, and face the consequences and at the same time figure out her own romance path

This book was just a breath of fresh air. It made me absolutely howl in places. The work place was so accurately described and I could picture it in my head
I loved reading Millie’s story with Owen and Jack
This was an easy read, a bit out of my comfort zone, bur so worth it
It is highly recommended from me

Better Left Unsent took a little while for me to properly get into, but once I did, I was hooked on Millie and her story of love and self-discovery. It’s a great rom-com for anyone who likes Beth O’Leary and Mhairi McFarlane, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to fans of the genre.

This is the first book I’ve read by Lia Louis, and I’m already looking forward to reading more. I really enjoyed the writing and humour, not to mention the overall premise of the story. I can’t even imagine personal draft e-mails being sent to everyone, and I’m sure it’s actually the plot of an unwritten horror film. Can you imagine?! Like Millie, I’d be horrified, and I’d want the ground to immediately swallow me up. She ends up dealing with it a lot better than I would!

Although this book is a story of finding yourself and overcoming your fears, it’s also a very addictive romance. The mystery man in question is pretty swoonworthy, and his budding relationship with Millie is so fun to read. I don’t want to spoil anything for people who haven’t read this yet, so I’ll just say that I was happy with how everything turned out, and I’ll never again think of rhubarb as being boring!

Better Left Unsent is a fun, uplifting book that will appeal to a lot of rom-com readers out there. It’s full of realistic characters, funny moments, and memorable relationships; whether they’re familial, platonic or romantic, there’s something for everyone. Overall, it’s a brilliant read!

Better Left Unsent follows Millie who, after advice from a workmate on how to deal with stresses with people without saying it to their face, writes responses she would actually like to say to them in an email, but doesn't send them. Consequently, there are over 100 unsent emails in her drafts folder and when a power outage hits her office, all of those draft emails are sent and Millie's life is instantly thrown into turmoil.

After the initial shock and wondering how she is ever going to face people who got an email from her, it turns out it may not have been the worst thing in the world and she starts to realise that sometimes, it isn't always a bad idea to say what's on your mind!

Millie was such a great character and very relatable! We have all typed something out then deleted it before sending and it was great to see it played out. The surrounding characters were great, even the obnoxious ones, but I especially loved Petra and Ralph.

Apart from making me instantly empty my drafts folder, I really enjoyed this on. Occasionally inbetween all the dark, emotional, gritty reads, one like this comes along at just the right time!

My heart is full and happy after reading Lia’s latest novel 😊 ❤️

Lia is one of my must read authors, having fallen in love with her writing and her characters after reading Dear Emmie Blue. I have since read Eight Perfect Hours which I also thoroughly enjoyed.

‘Better Left Unsent’ has such a clever and refreshingly different premise. Millie, our main character, lets off steam by writing emails to people who have annoyed her, or who she would just like to tell something she can’t say to their face. These 100 plus emails are stored in her drafts folder. She would never send them. Then apparently a blip with the company’s internet has accidentally sent all the emails to the recipients. Millie begins to wonder if this explanation is what actually happened.

Oh my goodness I can’t imagine how embarrassing that would be! I’m sure many of us have begun to write an email in the heat of the moment but decided against sending it! Well after reading this my advice would be if you do, definitely don’t store it in your drafts folder!

Going back to the storyline, after the initial wishing the ground would just swallow her up, Millie begins to realise that some of the emails have actually had a positive outcome. Could she even get back with Owen, her ex? Or how about the gorgeous Jack she shared an almost kiss with at the Christmas party?

I couldn’t wait to find out what happened and flew through the book. Superb ending which did not disappoint.

Lia has such a way of bringing her characters to life. Millie was so likeable and I could see a bit of myself in her, so I could easily relate to her. I loved the Ralph and Cara storyline too. All wonderful characters, and even the unpleasant ones are well written.

I would recommend taking this on holiday or putting a quiet weekend aside so you can lose yourself in this heartwarming, laugh out loud novel.

An absolute page turner.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bonnier Books UK for the ARC. This review is voluntary.

*instantly deletes every email draft*
I was truly hooked from the very start. I mean this is every admin girlys worst nightmare and Millie is out here living it! Millie was such a breath of fresh air and so relatable, like who hasn't drunk texted their ex or ranted about friends and colleagues wishing they could say the things they really wanted. I really loved the premise of this book and watching Millie grow and find her confidence and strength and hunky Jack🤭 Cate and Ralph were so wholesome, can they have a sequel pretty please🥹
This book exceeded all my expectations and saved my sanity through a very long airport delay🩵

I adore Lia Louis and this one, once properly edited, will be another fantastic book - the premise of the story is great and it's executed well, with a fun twist that you don't often get from a romance. All of the characters were great and I loved the strong sense of friendship present throughout. All round good vibes!

A fun romcom mainly set in the workplace. The style reminded me of Sophie Kinsella in its prose and pace. I loved Jack as the love interest and how Millie evolved from a people pleaser with an unusual way of dealing with her angst to gaining more self confidence and empowered to take control of her own destiny. The dynamics and tension between all the characters worked well and will always remember the scene in the cupboard.