Get Over It, April Evans by Ashley Herring Blake

Ashley Herring Blake has always excelled at writing emotionally complex romances, but Get Over It, April Evans might be my favorite of her books yet—and I’ve read all of them.

April Evans’ life is unraveling when she accepts a summer teaching job at a lakeside resort, only to discover that her new coworker and roommate is Daphne—the woman who unknowingly helped end April’s engagement years earlier. The tension between them is immediate, awkward, and sometimes painful, especially since Daphne has no idea who April is at first. What begins as resentment slowly shifts into something much more complicated as they compete for a major art opportunity and begin to see each other beyond the past that connects them.

Blake’s greatest strength has always been her ability to write emotionally difficult conversations, and this novel leans fully into that. April and Daphne’s relationship unfolds through vulnerability, honesty, and moments of real growth. Watching the walls between them slowly come down is deeply satisfying, and the romance feels earned every step of the way.

The supporting cast adds a lot of texture to the story. Even characters who appear briefly feel well-developed, and Blake does an excellent job weaving friendships and past relationships into the emotional arc of the book. Fans of the Bright Falls universe will also enjoy the familiar connections that return in this story.

Another standout element is the exploration of creativity and the art world. Blake captures the complicated intersection of passion, ambition, networking, and vulnerability that comes with making art for a living. The tension between creative expression and professional success adds another meaningful layer to April and Daphne’s journey.

As always, Blake’s writing is sharp, heartfelt, and often very funny. The romance is tender, messy, and intimate in a way that feels genuine rather than overly polished.

And as a bonus: two excellent feline side characters absolutely steal the show.

For me, this is Blake’s strongest book since Iris Kelly Doesn’t Date—and it may even rival Delilah Green Doesn’t Care. If you love sapphic romance with emotional depth, complex characters, and a slow-burning enemies-to-lovers dynamic, Get Over It, April Evans is absolutely worth the read.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tropes

• Sapphic Romance (F/F)
• Enemies-to-Lovers
• Forced Proximity (roommates)
• Small Town / Lake Resort Setting
• Summer Romance
• Rival Artists / Professional Competition
• Ex’s New Partner
• Second Chance at Love (emotionally, if not with the same partner)
• Healing After Heartbreak
• Creative / Art World Romance
• Workplace Romance (summer instructors)
• Grumpy x Sunshine energy
• Slow Burn

Themes readers may enjoy:

• Messy past relationships
• Found family friendships
• Emotional growth and vulnerability
• Creative ambition vs. personal happiness

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