Lost in Love by Susane Colasanti | Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5)

As a note, an e-galley of this novel was sent to me via Edelweiss by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not effect my opinions in any way.

Because of my love for the introduction of this trilogy, Lost in Love was at the tip top of my to-read list this spring. It did not disappoint–in fact, it is the perfect novel for any romantic to have on hand this summer. Susane Colasanti shows her writing chops again with a heartfelt summer adventure filled with romance and friendship and the age old questioning of those entering adulthood.

Back it again are our girls–Sadie, Darcy and Rosanna. Each girl faces a world of changes with the backdrop of New York City just in the distance. When we left them in City Love, the trio were navigating their new lives and new loves, all the while befriending one another and exploring their contrasting personalities.

Drama was at an abundance when it came down to a few flaws in their new lives. Sadie’s found her soulmate, Austin, only to discover he isn’t at all who she that he was–that he was keeping a huge secret from her. He’s married. When we meet up with Sadie again, our eternal optimist is struggling with their break up and needs time to get back into the right state of mind to deal with this news.

City Love by Susane Colasanti | Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5)

"...the present will become powerful enough to erase the past."

GUYS! Guys, guys, guys! I have news! Incredible news just in time for the warmer weather.

You know that perfectly engaging, girl power infused, lovely and overall quotable contemporary romance novel you've been waiting for? It's here! Or, well, will be on April 21st. But what makes it that way? Aside from the super adorable, warm fuzzies inducing promotion that's been going on for it, City Love is filled with characters you will connect to, fall in love with and just want to protect. I honestly would love to be friends with our three leading ladies. And who wouldn't want to be? The positive vibes and girl power that brings the three of them together is strong.

Pair that with budding romance and friendships, set in New York City in the summertime, I don't need to tell you just how fun this novel is. You already know. It's completely adorable and was an absolute delight to read. You know those fluffy novels you can relax with and don't want to move until you are finished? That's exactly what City Love is. I could not put it down. And let me just start by saying this: I cannot wait for the remaining books in this trilogy -- seriously, can I have them now or?

It ended way sooner than I wanted it to; then again I could probably read dozens of books about these characters. I needed more as soon as I finished, let's talk about that cliffhanger. Swoons. I fell hard and fast for each girl, for each love interest, and you will too.

Look at this cute little gem of a package that arrived on Monday! Is it not the cutest thing you've ever seen? I can't stop starring at it. There's so much pretty pink my neighbors were all incredibly jealous of how cute it looked sitting outside. It's not everyday you see a hot pink package delivered! I, for one, was PUMPED before I even opened it.

You can't really see it in my photo, because my phone is getting REALLY old so the quality is rubbish, but the chalk that was sent with it is such a blast of sparkle and colour. I'm honestly drooling over some chalk. I'm actually a child. A big, drooling child masquerading as an adult. Back on track, Jessica. Back. On. Track.

Phew! Here we go. It's going to be quite fun to go around and decorate sidewalks with quotes and such in promotion for this books upcoming release. And let me tell you guys this: there are a TON of fantastic quotes which will be used. I've already seen some people using their chalk to promote it via Instagram and woo-wee, they're blowing my mind!

I'm sensing some awesome sidewalk art coming your way (via my Instagram) and, perhaps, a giveaway of "City Love" which is of course by the beautiful and talented Susane Colasanti! My dear friend, who recently graduated from art school, will be joining in and helping me decorate the sidewalks given that my idea of art is a stick figure holding a balloon. Hey, what can I say!? I'm a musician, not an artist. And this lovely, clever way of promotion deserves the very best, don't you think?

City Love is out on on April 21st 2015 and promises to be a sweet read. I know I can't wait to dig into this little beauty -- what about you? I mean just look at it:

If you have had the pleasure of reading City Love already, what did you think? Let me know what you think! And those who haven't read it, don't forget to go out and buy your copy upon its release!