4.25!

Who knew classical music was so sexy? Actually, I did.

I love Julie Soto's debut book and was HIGHLY looking forward for her second book. I was afraid the "second book curse" was going to get her, but truly, Not Another Love Song may be even better than her first book.

This follows Gwen, a mostly home trained Violinist who is making her way up the Manhattan Pops symphony. As she moves to First Chair Violin and Concert Master, she comes to conflict with Xander Throne - musical prodigy cellist with a secret.

This book was honestly SO fun to read. I may be biased because I've played the violin for 10 years (very proud to be one of two 7th grade violinist in section in my junior high orchestra) but I didn't realize how badly I needed a book that took place in an orchestra. First and foremost, I loved the characterization of both Gwen and Xander. Their passion for music was RIVETING and made me consider picking up my violin for the first time in years. I loved seeing them compose music together and the use of musical terms to describe their relationship and emotions. Also the studio scene? With the cello? Deceased, thank you very much.

I did knock a few pegs on the point because I felt like I wanted relationship building. These two burn FAST once they got together and I would have love to explore that more.

All and all, this was a GREAT read. As always, I look forward to whatever Julie puts out.

Thank you so much NetGalley and Julie Soto. for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.