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Perfect for fans of Opposite of Always comes a funny and heartfelt feminist YA debut set in the world of competitive gaming.
By day, Emilia is a field hockey star with a popular boyfriend and a mother obsessed with her academic future. But by night, she’s kicking virtual ass as the only female member of a highly competitive eSports team. Emilia has mastered the art of keeping her two worlds thriving, which hinges on them staying completely separate.
When a major eSports tournament comes to her city, Emilia is determined to prove herself to the male-dominated gaming community. But her perfectly balanced life is thrown for a loop when a member of a rival team—Jake—recognizes her . . .
From an exciting new talent, this sweet and charming YA romance will win the hearts of gamers and non-gamers alike.
Published by: Bloomsbury YA
Expected Publication: June 1, 2021
Why I’m Waiting: I’m not a gamer, but my hubby is and he tells me all the things he’s always hearing about female gamers and how he always has to shut down those idiots that talk ish about them. And of course thus us a romance for the virtual ages and I LOVE the sound of the plot. Can’t wait to get my hands on this one!
What about you? Have you heard of this one? Will you read this one? Don’t you think this sounds cute?! Let me know what you think about it in the comments!