Synopsis of Ready or Not by Cara Bastone: In Ready or Not, Eve Hatch leads a comfortable life in Brooklyn, close to her best friend Willa and distanced from her traditional Midwestern family. Her routine is disrupted by an unplanned pregnancy resulting from a one-night stand. As Eve navigates the complexities of impending single motherhood, she reevaluates her relationships and life choices. Willa’s older brother, Shep, becomes an unexpected source of support, and their friendship begins to evolve into something deeper. Over the course of nine months, Eve embarks on a journey of self-discovery, exploring themes of love, family, and personal growth in this heartfelt, slow-burn, friends-to-lovers romance.