Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover

20 March 2015

Maybe Someday (Maybe #1)
by Colleen Hoover (Goodreads, Website, Twitter)
Published by Atria Books on March 18th, 2014
Genres: New Adult, Contemporary, Romance
Format: eBook (385 pages)
Source: Purchased
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At twenty-two years old, Sydney is enjoying a great life: She’s in college, working a steady job, in love with her wonderful boyfriend, Hunter, and rooming with her best friend, Tori. But everything changes when she discovers that Hunter is cheating on her—and she’s forced to decide what her next move should be.

Soon, Sydney finds herself captivated by her mysterious and attractive neighbor, Ridge. She can't take her eyes off him or stop listening to the passionate way he plays his guitar every evening out on his balcony. And there’s something about Sydney that Ridge can’t ignore, either. They soon find themselves needing each other in more ways than one.

A passionate tale of friendship, betrayal, and romance, Maybe Someday will immerse readers in Sydney’s tumultuous world from the very first page.


Colleen Hoover is, once again, successful in making me want to jump off a building because everything hurts my heart shatter to pieces. There are a lot of heart shattering moments in this read. Maybe it should have been titled Shatter instead of Maybe Someday... but then again, there's a reason why this book is titled that way.

This isn't your typical "boy-meets-girl-and-they-fall-in-love" love story. No, it doesn't exactly sport scenarios of tragedy as opposed to Ugly Love but there's a subtle hint of equivalence in both stories. Maybe Someday is a passionate, compelling romance that will leave you emotionally drained in the end.

Sydney is forced to move out after she finds out her boyfriend has been cheating on her with her roommate/best friend, and ends up lounging next door with a boy she barely even knows. All she knows about him is his name, and that he's an absolutely talented guitarist. Her amazing knack for writing lyrics becomes the key to Ridge's mental block, as he's been trying to write originals on paper. Hence, the duo, together, begin to spend their time making beautiful music.

"Truths are written, never said... Lines are drawn, but then they fade."

Prior to their first up close and personal meeting, Sydney and Ridge have formed an innocent attraction for one another from afar. No doubt about that. But when their friendship combined with the undeniable chemistry develops into something more, they get thrust in a confusing yet tempting game neither shouldn't even dare to play.

"Our souls aren't just compatible -- they're perfectly attuned."

To quote Tika of Fangirl Confessions, "Colleen Hoover just gets relationships. [She] gets people", is basically an accurate description of how incredible I believe this author is, despite only having read one book of hers besides this one. The first person narrative style of Maybe Someday with inter-changing point of views between Sydney and Ridge were in perfect sync; [Colleen Hoover] captures raw emotions through her characters that are just so realistic with such depth that will leave you with feelings of heartache and regret. If Ugly Love left you feeling broken and scarred, this would pretty much do the same thing.

COLOR ME SURPRISED


Love triangles are often a deal breaker for me, but despite how this book features one, I loved it. It was nothing close to the cliche "I don't know who to choose" dilemma and was definitely a whole different level. I didn't feel the annoyance that usually took over me whenever I read such stories but, by god, this book had my feelings all over the place. I loved the intensity between the characters, the painful confusion that slowly ruins all them one by one. I know this sounds like a very dramatic read... because it is, although there are moments of fun and amusing moments during the friendships formed between the characters.

Another thing that hooked me was the music; the songs and the lyrics. Throughout the book, Sydney and Ridge spend their time composing songs, hence, lyrics are written. What surprised me about this book was that Colleen Hoover actually collaborated with a real musician -- Griffin Peterson, to be exact -- to bring all these beautiful songs to life! The soundtrack can be heard on her website at the bonus features section.

What somehow bothered me was the fact that this book didn't have an epilogue, thus I thought it lacked closure on my behalf. However, I did find out that Colleen Hoover had a few tricks up her sleeve. If you check out her website, she included a short epilogue -- also as part of the bonus features -- which was pretty much a breath of fresh air from all the drama.

Maybe Someday is a book that will definitely play with your emotions. It's fast paced and a slow burn at the same time with a fantastic plot twist that appears early on in the story. There is no doubt that you will fall in love with at least every single one of the characters, especially Sydney and Ridge... I know I did. Pick this book up and let Colleen Hoover work her magic on you.


30 comments

  1. I am trying to fit this in this month, hopefully I can, I have seen nothing but glowing reviews for it. I am so glad you loved it too!

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    1. Awesome! Hope you enjoy this book when you do pick it up! Thanks for stopping by! :)

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  2. It is so weird to me how and author can turn something I usually hate into something magical (love triangles). I need to read something by this author ASAP and I love how you quoted Tika :D I like that the characters are musically talented... I've always been a big music lover :) I'll definitely have to try this one.

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    1. I know right! I absolutely hate love triangles too, but CoHo just killed it!

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  3. I actually loved this novel as well - it's one of my favorite books, I especially liked the deaf and music aspects! I usually don't like love triangles but I didn't mind it in this novel. Happy to hear you enjoyed it as well, love the breakdown of the book x Benish| Feminist Reflections

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    1. Thanks, Benish! I loved this book so much and all the twists in this book! Thanks for stopping by! xx

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  4. I'VE BEEN QUOTED!!! Girl you just seriously made my night! Who knew you paid attention when I talk you to death on voxer lol. Even though we were supposed to buddy read this, (you so just broke our Colleen Hoover read alongs) I'm looking forward to diving in! I put all my books on a calendar on my laptop, and I'm free next month so Confess and Maybe Someday it is! Hopefully lol. You know what I've been noticing? We've been doing shorter reviews! I'm so proud of how far we came along, struggling to keep our reviews short and concise lol. You never fail to compose an amazing review, and this is no different my asian-nubian queen ;D

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    1. I'm so sorry, I forgot that we were supposed to buddy read this! Haha! But yoooo, I always listen to y'all when you girls ramble. Girl, explain to me how this review is short, whaaaat?!! But thank you, mama hen! You better love this when you pick it up because I will cut you if you don't :P Love yaaaaa!!!

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    2. Girl you only have two damn sections lmao. Trust me this is short compared to your older reviews lol. YOU GON CUT ME!!!!! lol

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  5. Ohh I love this book. This and Ugly Love made me a CoHo fan. Glad that you enjoyed it.
    And a great review!!! :)

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    1. Thank you, Nita! Ugly Love and Maybe Someday are the only CoHo books I've read and also my favorites!

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  6. Yay, I'm really glad you enjoyed this one! :D CoHo definitely deals with the whole love-triangle thing in a way that makes it far more enjoyable to read! I'm not a fan of them either, but it never really seemed to be in a issue in this book!

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    1. Thanks, Shaunna! I loved her take on the love triangle in this book, I couldn't get mad at any character. :(

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  7. This one is actually one I want to read! I've only read one NA book, but I am looking to start reading more, and for some reason, this one looks like one I'd like.

    Erin @ The Hardcover Lover

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    1. Oh this one is really good. You'll love this one, I'm sure. :) Thanks for stopping by, Erin! :)

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  8. I loved this one too, and while I don't always buy novellas I totally recommend Maybe Not

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    1. I really like novellas so I'm gonna be sure to check that out :D

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  9. Hey,

    I have tagged you for 'I Mustache You Some Questions Tag'

    http://book-choose.blogspot.in/2015/03/i-mustache-you-some-questions-tag-thank.html

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    1. Thanks for the tag, Nita! :) Will surely check that out! :D

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  10. Have been dying to read this book, have always loved Colleen Hoover's books.
    Love your review!
    http://simplybookishthings.blogspot.com/
    Kristin @ Simply Bookish Things

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    1. Thanks, Kristin! I haven't tried her other books but will definitely do! :)

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  11. Love triangles can be hit or miss, but I think this was done extremely well. I loved this book too. Fantastic review!

    Naomi @ Nomi’s Paranormal Palace

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  12. Woohoo! This is my favorite CoHo book. I think Maggies epilogue added another level or perfectness to it too. And Maybe Not ... lol - I love Warren so much.

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  13. I recently finished this audiobook and loved it. Wonderful review!

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  14. I love your review, Blessie! I'm glad you loved it! Lol @ Tika, CoHo DOES just get relationships. The whole love triangle thing might have bothered me, but it was completely real. I can completely understand how it happened. CoHo just writes all her characters so well that my heart broke for Maggie even though she wasn't the female MC. (:

    Pearl @ AsteriskPearl's Book Blog

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    1. Oh and thank you for sharing the epilogue information! I read it just now and I feel alot better about Maggie. (:

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  15. After reading this review, I was convinced I need to read this book - not that I wasn't planning to since I'm all over Colleen Hoover recently. *wink

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