What Might Have Been is the second novel by Holly Miller, published 2022. Her debut novel, The Sight of You, was selected for the Richard and Judy Book Club and I really enjoyed it.
I was excited to see she had a new book coming soon, and I was lucky to be able to read an advanced copy via Netgalley.
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Plot
After walking out on an unrewarding job, Lucy is unsure what to do next. That night she meets Caleb, a stranger in a bar and they have an instant connection. That night also sees her running into Max, the man she always considered the love of her life. Lucy has two options. Should she stay in her hometown and pursue her dream of becoming a writer while getting to know Caleb? Or should she go to London, reconnect with Max and try to revive her career?
Just one decision could have a huge impact on her life. As the story unfolds, we read what would have happened based on each decision.
What Might Have Been Book Review
I really enjoyed this book and I think I actually preferred it to The Sight Of You. I found her debut to be a little slow in places but that wasn’t an issue with this book. The story moved along at a steady pace and made me want to keep reading.
I loved the ‘Sliding Doors’ concept and found it really interesting to see how these parallel lives would unfold. The switching between lives/narratives was done really well and I was never confused about which timeline I was following.
Holly Miller has a real talent for creating likeable characters, with flaws and depth. I also find the concept of fate fascinating, and the discussion around how we can control our own destiny with cleverly done. I liked how some incidents occurred in both narratives and how despite Lucy’s choices, some things were always meant to be.
What Might Have Been is another romance novel by Holly Miller that really packs an emotional punch and I honestly really enjoyed it.
Has Holly Miller written any other novels?
Holly Miller is also the author of The Sight of You and upcoming novel, The Spark.
What should I read after What Might Have Been by Holly Miller?
If you enjoy Holly Miller’s writing style, I’d recommend you also read her debut novel The Sight of You. It was a Richard and Judy Book Club pick and was really successful.
If you’re looking for another poignant romance to pull on your heartstring, I’d also recommend Only Love Can Hurt Like This by Paige Toon.
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