A review by zefancifulreader
If This Gets Out by Sophie Gonzales, Cale Dietrich

hopeful inspiring fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

This was a fun read! 
Boy Band public image drama plus friends to lovers romance?! Joy. 
I loved the duel authorship of having each author focus on just one half of the couple. It created a realness to the characters, especially in moments of relationship miscommunication/ duality in arguments. 
The Angel side story was very interesting, and although YA sugar coated, didn’t shy away from the addiction reality and it’s pain and consequences. 
The ending felt a tiny bit rushed and I was honestly surprised when/where the story ended…
Spoiler But, them saying “bye, see you NEVER” to Geoff was as good of a happy ending as any. (What a dick.)
 
I really wish they had included a “one year later” epilogue. I want MORE. 
The main four boys are a very fun group of characters and I could enjoy reading about their bickering and playfulness all day long. I was worried that the story would dissolve into the classic “solo career” angle but the love and commitment these four have for each other is strong and it was a joy to experience. 

If this book were a drink: 
It would be cherry coke. I have no idea why. It just fits. 
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