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A review by critterbee
Love on the Tracks by Tamsen Parker
3.0
Contemporary sports romance that is an odd mix of immaturity and strength - Rowan is a world class luger who is starstruck over Zane, a dude in a boy band. At first her feelings are straight teenage fangirling, even though she is a strong, disciplined, successful athlete. Zane is a big fan of winter sports (really), and thinks Rowan is very attractive. Amidst all the crazy media surrounding the world class competition, the idea for a fake romance seems like a mutually beneficial arrangement.
The romance is told from both characters' points of view, alternating, and labeled with the name of the character when the pov switches. That is helpful because for all their differences, the writing does not really change from hero to heroine. Also, there are decidedly spicy bits, which seems out of balance with the overall YA feeling of the book.
Rowan's father is a bit of a controlling jerk, focusing mainly on her athletic success. Zane is thinking about life after the boy band, and planning his exit. Rowan finds that she enjoys exploring playing music, and Zane agrees to teach her how to play the guitar. They are both really likable, and I really enjoyed how supportive and respectful Zane is towards Rowan. When they realize that they both have feelings, it is discussed honestly and without misunderstanding.
The description of the luge run is so descriptive, I found it a little terrifying.
Overall, a bit sappy, but great characters, a great premise, and good writing.
*eARC Netgalley*
The romance is told from both characters' points of view, alternating, and labeled with the name of the character when the pov switches. That is helpful because for all their differences, the writing does not really change from hero to heroine. Also, there are decidedly spicy bits,
Spoiler
during which Rowan is refreshingly confident and straightforwardRowan's father is a bit of a controlling jerk, focusing mainly on her athletic success. Zane is thinking about life after the boy band, and planning his exit. Rowan finds that she enjoys exploring playing music, and Zane agrees to teach her how to play the guitar. They are both really likable, and I really enjoyed how supportive and respectful Zane is towards Rowan. When they realize that they both have feelings, it is discussed honestly and without misunderstanding.
The description of the luge run is so descriptive, I found it a little terrifying.
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I am really glad her crash was described from his povOverall, a bit sappy, but great characters, a great premise, and good writing.
*eARC Netgalley*