You Belong With Me is the sequel to the 2016 contemporary romance novel Who’s That Girl.

This book picks up right where the previous installment left off. Edie Thompson is in her new home, making Christmas dinner for family and friends, when her famous ex, Elliott Owen, stops by with a big bouquet and a plea for them to give their relationship another try. Since they are both madly in love and have been unsuccessful at staying apart, they decide to try again. But nothing has changed in Elliott’s career, and they continue to face the same issues—press invasions of privacy and long periods of time apart. They must navigate insecurities about working closely with the opposite sex while in a relationship and figure out what to share with those around them and who they can trust.

Despite the glamour of Elliott’s career, this is a down-to-earth and realistic portrayal of what it’s like for a couple dealing with the pressures of celebrity and long distance. I love the wit and banter of all the characters and would love to see books starring everyone from Edie’s sister, Meg, to Elliott’s musician friend, whom we never meet. I found myself wishing I knew these people and could have a drink with them at a pub in Nottingham.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️