natalie intihar

Publication Date: September 2, 2025

This story hit me completely in the feels! Every Step She Takes was a beautiful depiction of falling in love with yourself and your truest identity. The love story between Sadie and Mal is amazing as well, but I loved how much of their journeys were about personal self discovery on a path (literally and metaphorically!) to finding happiness.

There’s something so genuine about Sadie. Her growth and self discovery truly feels so real and relatable. I laughed out loud at moments and felt deep in my heart the ones where she admits her truest feelings. I feel a deep sense of pride for Sadie embracing her attraction to women and owning her life by the final page. I love how Mal helps Sadie through this journey, but Sadie really and truly puts that work in.

I really enjoyed this love story! Every Step She Takes also really made me want to go to Portugal and hike the Camino de Santiago myself. Both Mal and Sadie go through so much transformation throughout their time on the Camino. This book was gorgeous and inspiring and tender. I loved every moment!

Thank you to Atria Books for the opportunity to read and review this book! I received a free advance copy of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions expressed are my own.

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