A review by girlreading
How to Fake it in Hollywood by Ava Wilder

emotional hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

I was a little hesitant going into this, having previously read a mixed batch of reviews but I'm so happy I decided to give it a shot because I ended up loving it. It was messy, romantic, painful, fun and a fantastic (somewhat more realistic) take on the fake dating trope. This isn't your typical light and fluffy rom-com, it's definitely got some heavier themes (grief and addiction being at the forefront) but I thought Wilder did a great job exploring them. This is my first book from Ava but I'm already looking forward to reading more of her work.
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