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A review by queerafictionado
When Worlds Collide by Erin Zak
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
WHY?! Why am I just now discovering the captivating experience of an Erin Zak book? WHY? This is only my second novel of Erin’s and I am completely enamored with both her writing style and the beautifully broken and raw characters that she writes. When Worlds Collide pulled me in from page one and if stupid life hadn’t gotten in the way I probably would have finished this in a day. But in some ways I’m glad I didn’t because I got to enjoy the experience longer.
This story was a beautiful combination of celebrity romance, forbidden love, and instant attraction that immerses you into the world of live theater, screenwriting, and movie making - allowing you enough of a peek behind the curtain to experience life through the lens of the main characters.
I am not a big insta love fan. It is one of my least favorite tropes. The connection can so often feel forced and inauthentic and I have a hard time buying into it. But the way Erin writes these stories - I fall in love with these characters as quickly as they fall for each other.
Heather and Grace stole my heart from the start! Both as individuals and as a couple. I saw so much of myself in each of these two women. The insecurities and imposter syndrome. The fears and anxiety. I absolutely adore them both. They were real and authentic and utterly relatable. They are both beautifully imperfect people who struggle with focusing too much on their flaws and imperfections - the “bad parts” they don’t feel anyone should want or love. And UGH! There were so many statements and questions that I could have been making myself throughout this book.
I live with insecurity and low self-esteem every day. I know the pain that comes from always wondering what is wrong with me, if I’ll ever be enough, if anyone could ever love all the bruised, broken, and ugly parts of me. And I felt so seen and understood reading this book…like Erin somehow pulled the thoughts right out of my head and put them on the page. And as Heather and Grace began to heal, I felt their story and words healing me a little bit too.
And add to all that the undeniable chemistry between these two, the pining and longing (Act 2 killed me in all the best ways), and the heat between the sheets - this story had it all! I loved the growing sexual tension between them…and that first kiss was everything I wanted it to be and more. And once they finally open that door…🎇🥵
I also loved reading a book with an MC that has been divorced more than once. It’s not something you see a lot of in books and as someone who has been there…it was nice to see that representation. And to see her find love again. The kind of love that heals parts of you you didn’t even realize were broken. A love that helps you finally realize you are enough.
I received an ARC from the author and this is my honest review.
🏳️🌈Rep: Lesbian & Bi FMCs, queer SCs, Anxiety rep
📝Tropes/Themes: Sapphic Romance Author, Actress/Broadway Star, Forbidden Love, Instant Attraction, Celebrity Romance, Age Gap, 40+ MCs, Cute Dogs, Spice, Divorced MC, Dual POV
This story was a beautiful combination of celebrity romance, forbidden love, and instant attraction that immerses you into the world of live theater, screenwriting, and movie making - allowing you enough of a peek behind the curtain to experience life through the lens of the main characters.
I am not a big insta love fan. It is one of my least favorite tropes. The connection can so often feel forced and inauthentic and I have a hard time buying into it. But the way Erin writes these stories - I fall in love with these characters as quickly as they fall for each other.
Heather and Grace stole my heart from the start! Both as individuals and as a couple. I saw so much of myself in each of these two women. The insecurities and imposter syndrome. The fears and anxiety. I absolutely adore them both. They were real and authentic and utterly relatable. They are both beautifully imperfect people who struggle with focusing too much on their flaws and imperfections - the “bad parts” they don’t feel anyone should want or love. And UGH! There were so many statements and questions that I could have been making myself throughout this book.
I live with insecurity and low self-esteem every day. I know the pain that comes from always wondering what is wrong with me, if I’ll ever be enough, if anyone could ever love all the bruised, broken, and ugly parts of me. And I felt so seen and understood reading this book…like Erin somehow pulled the thoughts right out of my head and put them on the page. And as Heather and Grace began to heal, I felt their story and words healing me a little bit too.
And add to all that the undeniable chemistry between these two, the pining and longing (Act 2 killed me in all the best ways), and the heat between the sheets - this story had it all! I loved the growing sexual tension between them…and that first kiss was everything I wanted it to be and more. And once they finally open that door…🎇🥵
I also loved reading a book with an MC that has been divorced more than once. It’s not something you see a lot of in books and as someone who has been there…it was nice to see that representation. And to see her find love again. The kind of love that heals parts of you you didn’t even realize were broken. A love that helps you finally realize you are enough.
I received an ARC from the author and this is my honest review.
🏳️🌈Rep: Lesbian & Bi FMCs, queer SCs, Anxiety rep
📝Tropes/Themes: Sapphic Romance Author, Actress/Broadway Star, Forbidden Love, Instant Attraction, Celebrity Romance, Age Gap, 40+ MCs, Cute Dogs, Spice, Divorced MC, Dual POV
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol