Perfect Strangers Paperback – September 28, 2019

Perfect Strangers by J.T. Geissinger is heart-wrenchingly beautiful and an absolute gem of a novel. As the second book I've read by this talented author, I am once again blown away by her storytelling prowess.The plot is nothing short of amazing, with a twist that left me utterly stunned. Just when I thought I had things figured out, Geissinger pulled the rug out from under me with an ending so well-crafted that it was impossible to predict. Geissinger's ability to evoke a range of emotions is unparalleled. One moment I was in tears, the next I was laughing, and throughout, I was captivated by the romance that was exquisitely written. The emotional rollercoaster she creates is both intense and deeply satisfying. Perfect Strangers has secured its place as one of my favorites. Geissinger's unique talent for blending romance, suspense, and emotional depth makes this book a standout. It's a story that stays with you long after you've turned the last page, and I cannot recommend it highly enough.

This book is Beautiful. You feel everything, and it is a rollercoaster of emotions. And so well done. I laughed, I nodded in agreement, I got frustrated, I cried, I gasped in shock, I fanned myself at the steam. Everything, you feel it all.I loved the writting style, the plot, the characters, the twists. And the seggsy times were spicy and plenty to go around, without being too much, they fit appropriately in the storyline.I loved the witty banter between all the characters, they are real and relatable.Even through the twists everything connects, and fits, and comes together at the end.It was just so well written, no review can do it justice. Just go read it, now!

To be honest, I loved the story in the beginning until the twist. Even though it still had a happy ending, it ruined the romance for me. I liked the first one better than the last one. Not exactly sure why. I definitely didn't see the twist coming though.

!!!!!!!!SPOILER ALERT!!!!!!!!I’m not really giving away any spoilers, but I got dinged by Amazon for my last book review and I have no idea why, I didn’t say anything wrong and the only thing I can assume is that they considered it had spoilers, which it didn’t, so I don’t know…Moving on….This book is such a wild ride. I thought I was going to have to be mad again about the ending, as I was in last book I read by this author. But to my great surprise the author took what felt hopeless and gave us something to work with.This book has everything: drama, love, heartbreak, mystery and suspense, and I did literally devour it.There was spice, but I’m afraid that mentioning the spiciness of the book in my last review may also be the culprit of my Amazon warning; so I’ll just say it without any elaboration, there was definitely spice in the book.I’m kinda hooked on this author now, I love her fast paced, quick witted writing style, so I’m moving on to find another one of her books to devour.

Perfect Strangers by J.T. Geissinger is a mesmerizing standalone romance that seized my attention from the start. Olivia Rossi, a writer haunted by tragedy, finds solace in Paris and an unexpected connection with James, a captivating artist.Their passion is raw, intense and leaping off the pages. Geissinger masterfully crafts a tale of love, vulnerability, and healing, expertly weaving twists and turns that kept me riveted.A stunning, passionate, and unpredictable read that will leave your Kindle smoldering! Perfect Strangers is a must read for romance enthusiasts seeking a captivating, emotionally charged story. I will be looking for more books by this author. 🤓

What an ending but not in a good way .. what’s the real story now! It was so good then strange and sad, then ok.PS. For a while I thought James was an escort 🫣

Perfect Strangers had me hooked from the first paragraph and craving bourbon only a few pages in. J.T. Geissinger did not hesitate to release the steam immediately and somehow creates a sense of mystery before you even learned the characters names.In just the first chapter she not only managed to pump up the steam and create a sense of mystery, but she also wrote a shareable quote I absolutely had to save. At this point all we know is that the female lead is an author, temporarily staying in her spitfire of an agent, Estelle’s, Parisian apartment, she is running from her past and looking for inspiration, she has a sexy exhibitionist neighbor and she loves bourbon. Really we know very little about what to expect, but already we get a deep quote like this:“But the thing people don’t realize is that the past is a living, breathing entity that exists apart from our wishes or best intentions. It’s not gone, and it’s certainly not invisible. Its fingerprints are smeared all over every moment of the present, its weight drags on every second of the future, its consequences echo down every hallway of our lives. We can no more rid ourselves of the past than we could stop the earth from spinning.”And a hilarious one like this:“The perils of an overactive imagination. If I hadn’t become a writer, I’d be in a padded cell somewhere, clawing at the walls.”By the end of the first chapter, J.T. managed to develop a dynamic, relatable main character, Olivia. She was obviously suffering some sort of trauma, battling depression and running from demons, yet she doesn’t abandon her sense of humor or her compassion. She’s witty, awkward and already seems like the kind of woman I’d like to hang out, eat cheese and drink bourbon with.The electric connection between Olivia and James is so palpable you can feel it through the pages. Their direct and straight forward approach is refreshing, especially to someone frequently referred to as blunt, like me. But, even with their straightforward relationship, there are boundaries put up and secrets kept. James is as mysterious as he is sexy and that makes him all the more enticing.Although the first 3 quarters of the book are mysterious, they are mostly just romantic, emotional and hot as hell. The final quarter is riding the line of thriller and action and gets your blood pumping in a much different way than the rest of the book. Then it takes another dramatic turn that leaves you reeling, before finally delivering the final blow... The epilogue. Oh, the epilogue. You diabolical, talented, twisted woman, J.T. Geissinger, have nearly ruined me.Everything about this book is beautiful. The story, writing style, characters, even the pain, are all blindingly beautiful. I lost my breath, cried my heart out and prayed for miracles. I couldn’t believe what I was reading. The moment I wrapped my mind around it, another shift came and knocked me back off course.Toward the end of the book Olivia says “That’s the only way we can ever achieve immortality. Love is what binds us together eternally, the only thing that survives after death…” and I know that the memory of this book will live on vividly in my mind and my heart.As my final words on this masterpiece I leave you with this quote I have stollen from Estelle, and slightly altered, as she captured it so perfectly. To J.T. Geissinger, “Yes, we’re going to talk about the book. And I’m going to end by saying this: you’re evil! Evil, you hear me?”*I received a free advanced readers copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I Loved reading this book, so many twist turns. I couldn’t put it down. Definitely worth checking out. Happy reading

The entire plot is excellent, but the ending... AND THE ENDING were superior. Totally recommended.Plot 5/5Hot scenes 5/5

Caracas.... que montanha russa de emoções!!!! Meu Deus gastei todo meu estoque de lágrimas neste livro...meu coração se apertou.... chorei, chorei e chorei....e amei simplesmente James e Olívia....vou guarda-los num cantinho no meu coração ❤️...estou aqui a escrever e chorar.... só falo uma coisa...apenas leia...se quer um livro que te faça sentir emoções, este é o livro!!!

Complex and the twist was not what I was expecting. Sexy scenes and a compelling narrative, read in one sitting.

First of all i love that the main characters are over 30. 2nd i loved the steamy scenes - i found them spicy but classy spicy, within my comfort zone. 3rd i really cried. I was 30 pages before the ending and boy did the plot thickened.I can't say i disliked something. It's an easy read that keeps you wanting to read the whole book in 1 sitting.