eARC Review: Well, Actually by Mazey Eddings
Romance
Well, Actually
Book Info
Released Date: August 5th
Publication: St. Griffin’s
Pages: 384
Format: eBook
“the sense that love—real love—means being seen for who you truly are, rough edges and all”
I know that there are mixed feelings regarding Well, Actually. I actually love it very much. I always enjoy reading second-chance romance stories, especially between Eva and Rylie.
Eva is a female protagonist who is unapologetically sharp-tongued and guarded—a woman often misunderstood by those around her, except for one man: her former love, aka Rylie, aka jerk. Rylie's the only one who truly sees her, and despite the years and the scars left behind, the feelings between them have never fully faded. Their reunion isn't just about rekindling a lost flame—it's about healing. The book handles mental illness with empathy and honesty, portraying both the daily realities and the resilience required to navigate it.
One of the most compelling elements is Eva's journey through a toxic workplace environment. It's not just a backdrop—it shapes her, challenges her, and ultimately pushes her toward a hard-won transformation. The ending delivers a sense of hope and possibility, as new doors open and she finally begins to choose herself.
What makes this story shine isn't just the romance (which is slow-burning, electric, and layered), but the sense that love—real love—means being seen for who you truly are, rough edges and all.
