ABOUT THE BOOK
Is it time to renew love or start a new chapter?
Ingrid Dahl, a cheerful twenty-nine-year-old librarian in the cozy mountain town of Ridgetop, North Carolina, has been happily dating her college boyfriend, Cory, for eleven years without ever discussing marriage. But when Ingrid’s sister announces her engagement to a woman she’s only been dating for two years, Ingrid and Cory feel pressured to consider their future. Neither has ever been with anybody else, so they make an unconventional decision. They’ll take a one-month break to date other people, then they’ll reunite and move toward marriage. Ingrid even has someone in mind: her charmingly grumpy coworker, Macon Nowakowski, on whom she’s secretly crushed for years. But plans go awry, and when the month ends, Ingrid and Cory realize they’re not ready to resume their relationship—and Ingrid’s harmless crush on Macon has turned into something much more complicated.
Overdue is a beautiful, slow-burn romance full of lust and longing about new beginnings and finding your way.
MY REVIEW
I work in an academic library as a library assistant and I always enjoy a book with a library theme. This character-driven story about finding yourself and embracing your fears is told from Ingrid’s point of view. I would say it’s more of a women’s fiction book than a romance, but she does pine for her library colleague Macon while trying to find balance in her life.
The story revolves around Ingrid, a librarian who’s been stuck in a ten-year relationship that has lost its spark. When Ingrid hears the news of her sister’s engagement, it serves as the catalyst for some serious soul-searching. Her boyfriend and she decide to hit the pause button on their relationship, which sets the stage for some interesting twists.
And the fun begins! Ingrid dives into the world of dating, but just when she thinks she’s found a potential spark, her grumpy yet charming fellow librarian, Macon, is front stage in her thoughts, but his vibes are driving her crazy. Honestly, I couldn’t help but feel that maybe he’s the one she was meant to be with all along. Their interactions are filled with a tension that slowly builds, making you root for them every step of the way.
This book is a wonderful escape after a long day. I found myself laughing out loud at some of the moments, especially those that featured Ingrid’s adventures and misadventures in the dating scene. Speaking of which, can we take a moment to appreciate the inclusion of a cat and Macon’s drool-worthy food? You know a book’s got it all when it makes you want to whip up a tasty meal while snuggling with your furry buddy!
I do have to mention that the pacing felt a bit slow at times. Since the story unfolds over the course of a year, there were moments where I wished things would move along a little faster. But honestly, the heartwarming nature of the story more than makes up for it.
So, if you’re a book lover looking for a slow-burn, sweet read that captures the essence of self-discovery sprinkled with a dash of romance, this book deserves a spot on your shelf. I’m looking forward to reading more books by this author!
Thank you to Ms. Perkins for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Hi, there! I’m Stephanie Perkins, and I’m a New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author. My work has been published in over twenty-five territories, and my novel There’s Someone Inside Your House was adapted into a major motion picture for Netflix. My latest novel is a romance for adults called Overdue, and it will be published on October 7, 2025.
I was born in South Carolina, raised in Arizona, and I attended universities in California and Georgia. Since 2004, I’ve lived in the mountains of North Carolina.
I’ve always worked with books—first as a bookseller, then as a librarian, now as a novelist and editor. My best friend is my husband Jarrod. Every room of our house is painted a different color of the rainbow, and we share it with two ginger cats.
