Something Borrowed, Something You by Vi Keeland

Something Borrowed, Something You by Vi Keeland is a slow-burn, swoony romance with all the makings of a book I should’ve loved. I’m a big fan of Vi’s books—they usually deliver on chemistry, banter, and a solid emotional pull. But this one just didn’t quite hit the way I hoped it would.

The story follows Hunter and Natalia, who meet at their best friends’ wedding. The chemistry between them is instant, and they decide on a no-strings-attached fling. But of course, life isn’t that simple. Both have complicated pasts that bring baggage into their relationship—Natalia is fresh off a painful divorce and navigating a difficult relationship with her stepdaughter, while Hunter… well, Hunter doesn’t always make the best decisions.

I’ll be honest, Hunter was my biggest frustration in this story. His inability to act like an adult and have real, meaningful conversations was infuriating at times. Especially when Natalia was upfront about her fears and emotional walls. She had every reason to be cautious, and I felt like she deserved someone who was willing to match her vulnerability and honesty. Instead, Hunter played the typical “charming bad boy” a little too hard for my taste.

That said, the story wasn’t all bad. Vi’s writing is as engaging as ever, and there were definitely moments that made me smile and root for these two to figure it out. The chemistry is there, the slow burn is satisfying, and the banter has its moments. I just kept waiting for more. A little more depth, a little more emotional payoff—something to really push this story over the edge.

In the end, Something Borrowed, Something You was an enjoyable read, even if it didn’t become a new favorite. If you’re a fan of Vi Keeland, you’ll probably still have fun with it. Just go in knowing it’s not quite on the same level as some of her best.