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A review by denasweeney
The Fake Out by Stephanie Archer
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The Fake Out, Stephanie Archer
⭐️ 4.5
🌶️ 3.5
What you can expect
🏒Fake Dating
🏒He Falls First
🏒Ex’s Rival
🏒Workplace Romance
🏒 TENSION
Dena’s Thoughts
Ok Stephanie Archer! I see you and now I’m a fannnnn girl. I thought Behind the Net was it but honestly, I really enjoyed this more! The one sided fake dating, the cockiness, possessiveness, ALL OF THE THINGS! I laughed, I cringed and I groaned through the whole book.
Hazel dreams of opening a body positive health studio one day but she also loves her job as a pysio for the hockey team until one day her toxic ex is signed to the team… and she’s assigned to him. In an act of desperation she tells him she’s dating Rory the new captain of the Storm and his rival in every way. He’s smug, overly confident, and cocky; how could she possibly catch feelings? Little does she know he’s also sweet, caring, protective and a bit possessive… how could she not catch feelings. Plus he’s only had a thing for her since they were in high school together.
More green flags for everyone but Hazel’s ex! The well rounded-ness, the support, encouragement, protectiveness… the TENSION! (side note, I used to hate the tension/slow burn but now I’m all over it) Hazel helps Rory rediscover what he loves about hockey, that it’s not just winning but about the relationships on and off the ice. In return, he so patient with her and her learning to trust being in a relationship again. I just loved the whole thing! I can’t wait for the next one to release because (without spoilers) 👀
⭐️ 4.5
🌶️ 3.5
What you can expect
🏒Fake Dating
🏒He Falls First
🏒Ex’s Rival
🏒Workplace Romance
🏒 TENSION
Dena’s Thoughts
Ok Stephanie Archer! I see you and now I’m a fannnnn girl. I thought Behind the Net was it but honestly, I really enjoyed this more! The one sided fake dating, the cockiness, possessiveness, ALL OF THE THINGS! I laughed, I cringed and I groaned through the whole book.
Hazel dreams of opening a body positive health studio one day but she also loves her job as a pysio for the hockey team until one day her toxic ex is signed to the team… and she’s assigned to him. In an act of desperation she tells him she’s dating Rory the new captain of the Storm and his rival in every way. He’s smug, overly confident, and cocky; how could she possibly catch feelings? Little does she know he’s also sweet, caring, protective and a bit possessive… how could she not catch feelings. Plus he’s only had a thing for her since they were in high school together.
More green flags for everyone but Hazel’s ex! The well rounded-ness, the support, encouragement, protectiveness… the TENSION! (side note, I used to hate the tension/slow burn but now I’m all over it) Hazel helps Rory rediscover what he loves about hockey, that it’s not just winning but about the relationships on and off the ice. In return, he so patient with her and her learning to trust being in a relationship again. I just loved the whole thing! I can’t wait for the next one to release because (without spoilers) 👀