I enjoyed this book which was quite an easy read but with complex characters. I did not see the twist coming which was unusual for me and with all good love stories I loved a happy ending. The main character is unusual in that she is very anti social at the beginning of the book but you don’t really get much info on why that is apart from being bullied at school and some problems with her parents. The story about meeting her former bully was a bit far fetched but the. I suppose the whole premise of the book was too.

My strong affinity for stories revolving around departed souls found profound satisfaction with this one. I'd rather not delve too deeply into details, as a single misplaced word could potentially spoil the experience. If you enjoyed "The Dead Romantics," I wholeheartedly recommend giving this one a chance.

The romantic elements were thoroughly enjoyable, but it was the concept of found family that truly resonated with me, emotionally impacting me in the best possible way. I have a soft spot for characters constructing their own supportive community on the pages after enduring prolonged loneliness. The narrative, tinged with British charm, humor, and a dash of eccentricity, prompted genuine laughter. Count me in as a dedicated follower of Delphie's endeavors!

Comparatively, I found this story to be slightly lighter in its execution than "The Dead Romantics." The afterlife elements exuded a cozier and more comforting atmosphere, resulting in tears that erred on the side of happiness. While the core theme still grapples with the concept of death, the approach is distinct, making it a potentially easier book to revisit than its predecessor.

It's crucial to acknowledge that this book is entirely its own entity, and my references to "The Dead Romantics" should be interpreted more as thematic parallels than direct comparisons. It effortlessly contributes to a slowly-growing subgenre characterized by a delightful touch of fantasy lite™.

For those who prefer a sneak peek into the themes but wish to avoid even the slightest of spoilers:

- Found Family!!!!!
- Set in London
- Comforting/Romantic version of the Afterlife
- Secondary Romance
- Only One Bed
- Mini Heist
- Virgin Heroine
- RomCOM
- Fake Dating
- Love Triangle (And I loved it????)

In conclusion, I am eagerly anticipating Kirsty Greenwood's future works for Berkley! I dare say I would even go as far as pleading for a Merritt and Eric novella as a pre-order incentive.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 🌶️🌶️*/5

*Threeish scenes, low-medium level of detail. While I wished the first scene was a bit longer, the second scene certainly delivered what I needed. It's not categorized as a "spicy" book, yet it doesn't shy away from open-door intimacies.

Content Warnings: Bullying, Death, Death of a Sibling, Car Accident, Toxic Parental Relationship

Heartfelt thanks to the publisher for providing an eARC via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are honest and my own.

A very fun and lighthearted romance novel with a plot that I haven’t seen elsewhere. The characters are enjoyable. Will recommend.

A fantastic mash up of so many genres all in one romantic book. A great premise, similar to Ashley Poston’s Dead Romantics which I loved as a concept. So many frustrating parts that made me want to race through at speed to see the perfect couple finally be together.

A great light hearted read to brighten a dull weekend I had. Not my usual go to genre but I really did get through this quickly and easily :)

What a delight! Being a devoted fan of the "magical realism" genre, I was thrilled when I received approval for Love of My Afterlife. Kirsty Greenwood's take on a second chance at living, infused with magical and fantastical elements, was an absolute joy to devour.

Despite some icky and cringe-worthy moments in Delphie's behavior, one can't help but empathize when facing a fight for life. The unexpected brilliance of the 10/10 twist at the end added a remarkable layer to the narrative.

The delightful name drops of other romance authors and books provided a charming touch to the story. This being my inaugural experience with Kirsty Greenwood's work, it assuredly won't be the last. The novel's captivating concept and the gripping start had me hooked right from the beginning, leading me to finish it in less than a day.

Cooper's character, cherished from the outset, and the unfolding development of Delphie's character, accompanied by her fantastic inner monologue, added depth and enjoyment to the overall reading experience. Highly recommend if you're seeking a quick read that evokes a range of emotions!

easily the best book I have read this year and the quickest loved every moment thanks for the early review

This was a really sweet somewhat predictable story but good for an easy read. I was hoping to read more about her dynamic with her mum or some sort of resolution in the end but other than that, it was a fun read.

Absolutely one of the best books I've read for a long time. Funny, clever and a brilliant twist at the end which I really didn't see coming.
Kirsty Greenwood has created a very original story, which is heart warming and comical by turns. Fresh, relatable and interesting characters populate this delightful read which focuses on what's really important in life and what you stand to lose if you don't recognise it in time.

I really enjoyed the plot and the storyline in this novel . It was fun and an easy read. At some points, however, I felt like we were told too much as a reader through unesscary dialogue instead of it just being implied in subtext. Also, some of the backstory could have been fleshed out more I felt like there could have been more emphasis on Delphie's background.

I can't believe I laughed so much about death and thr afterlife!! Oh man that sentence just sounds so wrong but trust me you have to read this book to understand where I'm coming from.

The premise is just not something I've come across before, think romantic comedy with a side helping of magical realism, a supernatural dessert and it started off giving off fantasy vibes but definitely wasn't fantasy!!!

I absolutely loved all the quirky characters!! Delphine and Merriet were just hilarious in their own individual ways. Just don't ever give me a friend like Merrit she talks way too much for my introverted self haha!!

Oh gosh this story was adorable!! Highly recommend!

Thank you to Netgalley, Random House UK and Cornetstone for the opportunity to read this ARC.

I enjoyed reading this. I good giggle at times and a light hearted story, easy to read and follow. If only lives could be planned like this...

I really enjoyed this book. A great premise and really well written characters. Lovely ending too! Highly recommended.

The Love of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood was such an enjoyable read. I was drawn into the world straight away and related to Delphie in lots of ways.

I'm not usually one for other worldly aspects to romance novel but Evermore and Merritt felt real and just as much part of the story as London and the other side characters.

The book has lots of classic romance tropes, lots of loveable side characters and a good dose of magic.

Definitely one for those who are huge romance fans and who love TV shows like The Good Place and Schitt's Creek.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

This book is forerunner for book of the year for me. A fun, lighthearted and at times hilarious story. Excellent characters, unique concept and perfect execution.

This book was SO much fun!! I am a huge fan of the "magical realism" genre so I was super excited when I got approved for Love of My Afterlife.

There were so many times I actually cackled. I highly recommend this sweet romcom if you're looking for a quick read where you want to feel all the feelings!

This book is witty genius and I truly laughed out loud. It has ALL OF THE TROPES and is a romance reader’s dream—I absolutely loved it.

Oh my goodness I loved this book. Different to what I was expecting but so enjoyable I would highly recommend reading this it’s brilliant.

This was my first book by Kirsty Greenwood and definitely will not be the last. This was such a fun concept and the dramatic start to the novel had me hooked from the beginning. I honestly think I read this within less than a day.
I loved Cooper from the beginning and was glad he stuck around. I enjoyed reading Delphie's character development and her inner monologue was fantastic. The side characters were also great and I feel like I've met a similar person to each of them in London myself.
My only drawback is that the ending seemed quite rushed. I liked the plot twist but this felt a bit too dramatic for the plot.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for sending me an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 ⭐️

Oh my goodness I loved this book!

I really enjoy a plot where this a magical/fantasy element and this second chance at living story from Kirsty Greenwood was so fresh and funny and relatable I completely gobbled it up.

Some of Delphie's behaviour was a bit icky and cringe but if you are fighting for you life who am I to judge. Also 10/10 for the twist at the end - pure brilliance that I would not have guessed.

I also loved the name drops of other romance authors and books, it was such a cute touch.

Big thanks to RandomHouse and Netgalley for the ARC

What a great read. I loved it. There was a good little plot twist at the end which I didn’t see coming, it wasn't completely predictable but I loved it anyway as Delphie (the main character) was so relatable and so real. This was a fun read. Definitely worth reading and I will be recommending it to my fellow romance readers