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Since Emma Lord noted that she themes each book writing session around a delicious treat and that this book is a “lil pancake book,” I had to work pancakes into my review. Aren’t these Hello Kitty pancakes the cutest?
Synopsis
At long last, Sadie has vanquished her lifelong academic rival—her irritatingly charming, whip smart next-door neighbor, Seb—by getting the coveted, only spot to her dream college. Or at least, so she thinks. When Seb is unexpectedly pulled off the waitlist and admitted, Sadie has to compete with him all over again, this time to get a spot on the school’s famous zine. Now not only is she dealing with the mayhem of the lovable, chaotic family she hid her writing talents from, as well as her own self-doubt, but she has to come to terms with some less-than-resentful feelings for Seb that are popping up along the way.
But the longer they compete, the more Sadie and Seb notice flaws in the school’s system that are much bigger than any competition between them. Somehow the two of them have to band together even as they’re trying to crush each other, only to discover they may have met their match in more ways than one.
Thoughts
I have thoroughly enjoyed the Emma Lord books that I have read, and this was another fun one! And another adorable cover, too. I loved Sadie and Seb together. This story is for fans of Rainbow Rowell and Lynn Painter. If you love a sweet young adult romance with witty banter and a bit of rivalry, this is one to add to your TBR.
★★★★★
☊ Listening to this via audiobook was great! Narrator Jesse Vilinsky did a fantastic job.
Question
Do you prefer pancakes or waffles?