“Welcome to Sterling University.” Those were some of the first words spoken to Eve in her first class at the school. Little did she know that those words would begin a semester that would change her life. Eve had a study hard, get her degree in Astronomy, and work hard to make a decent life for herself. New friends, complicated feelings, and rude roommates were not a part of that list. However, that was what Eve found her Freshman semester at the university. Abigail knew from the moment she met Eve that there was something that set off a chemical reaction inside her body. However, it didn’t seem like Eve was interested in anything more than friends. Abigail knew that no matter what, she was going to be there for Eve and help her adapt to her first semester.
Title: Love Under the Stars Author: RK Phillips Release Date: June 29th, 2023 Page Count: 282 Format: Paperback Start Date: July 30th, 2023 Finish Date: August 7th, 2023
Rating: 5 Stars
Review:
This is one of my favorite sapphic stories that I have read in a long time. That doesn't really shock me much. I've read another book by this author and a few short stories. She has an amazing writing style. It's the kind that just sucks you in and you're several pages in before you even realize it. I really adored Eve and Abby. They are both just so absolutely relatable. I loved the fact that they had many differences, but they also had so much in common. They fit in this weird way that just made sense. I don't know how else to explain it. One of the best things I loved about this book is that the relationship between the two was just so natural. It wasn't forced at all.
I also really loved the loyalty portrayed in the group of friends. It didn't matter what happened, the rest of the group was there for that person. One of the best examples I can give is the issues between Eve and her roommate. Once it all came to a head, the entire group was there for her. No questions asked. I am not used to that, but it's something that I've started experiencing recently. It's a good feeling.
This book is connected to the this author's debut novel. I would strongly recommend this book and that book. I recommend any book by this author if I'm being honest. She has a wonderful writing style and she writes diversely. I can't wait to see what other books this author has to come for us. I know we're in for a treat!
An excellent sequel to the Complications of Pi! I'm looking forward to the next one! I love the characters and wish there had been more of Pi, but the focus was on Eve and Abby. A great love story.