Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review

Review: A friends-to-lovers f1 romance that checks every box! 

 

“Collided” follows Liam Zander, Formula 1’s golden boy, and Sophie Mitchell, the daughter of the team principal to his rival on the grid. Everyone is against their friendship, including Liam, who considers Sophie his greatest fantasy brought to life. So when he learns of her naughty bucket list, he wants to strike a deal. One season. One list. One dirty secret. What was once platonic is destined to be catastrophic. 

 

The chemistry between Sophie and Liam is apparent from their very first meeting. They chose to ignore it, but Sophie’s list only solidifies their connection. I could not get enough of their deliciously slow development from friends to friends-with-benefits to lovers. The added tension stemming from their age difference and the fact that they are on opposing F1 teams further invested me in their relationship. I think the “will they or won’t they” back and forth went on for longer than it needed to, but the payoff was rewarding. The epilogue gave me butterflies! I actually teared up a little. 

 

Both of them grapple with their own internal conflicts. Sophie is burdened by her father’s expectations of her. Liam’s past haunts him. I love that they met each other where they were at and helped each other grow as people. 

 

I adored Sophie and Maya’s friendship in this one! Seeing more of the camaraderie between Noah, Jax, and Liam was also a highlight! Asher subtly sets up book 3 nicely through their interactions and I am looking forward to what is in store for Jax.