Cross My Heart by Megan Collins had an intriguing premise, but it didn’t quite hit the mark for me. The story follows Rosie, who gets a heart transplant and becomes convinced she’s meant to be with her donor’s widowed husband, Morgan. It’s an interesting idea, and the whole concept of connecting with him through an anonymous service, DonorConnect, added a unique twist.

However, I found it hard to fully buy into Rosie’s obsession with Morgan. The idea that she’s “meant” to be with him just because she has his wife’s heart felt a bit far-fetched. While Rosie’s journey was compelling at times, I didn’t always understand her motivations, and some of the suspense around Morgan’s past felt predictable.

The pacing was a bit slow, especially when Rosie and Morgan’s online conversations seemed to drag on. I also found that the characters, especially Morgan, weren’t as developed as I would have liked. I wanted to understand him more, but he never really felt like a fully realized person. The twists didn’t quite pack the punch I was hoping for, and the story didn’t have the depth I expected.

While I liked the premise, Cross My Heart didn’t deliver the emotional or psychological thrill I was looking for. It was a decent read, but I wasn’t blown away. I’d give it 3 out of 5 stars—interesting enough to keep me reading, but ultimately a little disappointing.

Thank you to Megan Collins, Atria Books, and NetGalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Author: Megan Collins

Genre: General Fiction, Mystery/Thriller, Women’s Fiction

Publication Date: January 14, 2025

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5)