Page Count: 288
Average Rating: 3.99
Series: Standalone
This was so cute. The beginning was a little eye-roll-inducing: no one cares that much about what other people do in high school (before the fake dating stuff) and the characters don't talk like teenagers. But it ended up being a delightful read. It's a sapphic sports enemies-to-lovers fake dating YA book, so it's full of tropes (even the "one bed" trope!), but it doesn't feel tired or played out. I absolutely adored Irene, who was such a cool, brave, mindful character - plus she's a Desi cheerleader! The characters are flawed and do some stupid things (especially Scottie), but I appreciate that they also are able to sit down and communicate. Though some of the side characters like the friends and siblings felt a little unrealistic, but they were all very sweet. There is some good stuff in here about toxic relationships and healing and also falling in love. Overall, it was so much fun!
✓ Read📚 Owned