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Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade
4.0


Marcus is the star of a popular show called Gods of the Gates. He is also popular in the fanfiction world with an anonymous poster name. April is also huge into the fanfiction, creating many of her own and dressing up as a character from the show. She finally posts her picture for everyone to see, giving a real face and body to the well known fanfiction creator. This results in plenty of support and fat shaming alike. Marcus comes to her rescue by publicly asking her out on a date.

This was a little hard for me to get into, because so much of the book is based around their fanfiction love. I wasn't a big fan of the flash backs and message shots that separated the chapters. But when Marcus and April were together, I enjoyed it. I really liked April, she had a friendly, strong, and positive attitude. I liked the way she handled life in general, but especially people that troll people with some extra chub. I thought the relationship was made super believable and I definitely felt they were truly falling in love. Both have real flaws and baggage they have to deal with. I also was happy the story was focused on the romance of the couple and not a bunch of other crazy nonsense.

I also loved that it's written in 3rd person. I really wish more contemporary was written in this style. I feel so much more involved with the characters with that style. I give 3.5 rounded to 4. This book left me feeling good, positive body vibes, self acceptance, and love in my heart.