ROMANCE

Tell Me How You Really Feel

St. Martin’s. May 2025. 336p. ISBN 9781250291127. pap. $18. CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
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Maeve and Finn are on the brink of their big break—a podcast deal with Streamify. There’s just one problem: Maeve can barely tolerate Finn, making the prospect of recording together a challenge. After college, they both moved to New York City, where their Sunday brunches, initially just a time to chat about their respective love lives, evolved into a viral podcast. Soon after, feelings between them began to deepen. Maeve, however, wasn’t ready for a romantic relationship. When she was finally ready to dive in, Finn started dating model and actress Cassidy, leaving Maeve heartbroken. Maeve dreams of going solo one day, but she’s unsure if she can be successful without him. With doubt and anxiety looming, Maeve must navigate her feelings and decide if pursuing her solo career is worth the risk, and if her partnership with Finn is destined to be more than just professional. Writing a compelling narrative in addition to the romance, Cayouette tackles significant issues, including the pervasive gender pay gap in and the journey of confronting one’s inner doubts.
VERDICT Cayouette’s (One Last Shot) sophomore novel offers a love story and a thoughtful exploration of personal and societal challenges.
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