Fake Skating by Lynn Painter ⛸️
Releasing on September 30, 2025.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
This book felt like the fluttering butterflies of a high school girl—sweet, giddy, and full of young love excitement, yet layered with a beautiful emotional depth. I truly felt it all while reading this. Another Lynn Painter YA rom-com that completely stole my heart!
When the girlies said this story will have you giggling and kicking your feet, they weren’t exaggerating. I couldn’t put it down—every little break I took, I found myself thinking about it and picking it back up right away. I was just as down bad for the story as Alec was for Dani. Their chemistry was pure perfection, and I love them so much!
+ endless love for Grandpa Mick. He’s a total gem 🥹
If you’re looking for a fun, feel-good read that will make you laugh, swoon, and feel everything in between, add this to your TBR.
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Okay, let's talk more about 'Fake Skating' because my initial review barely scratched the surface of how much I adored this book! First off, can we appreciate the cover? Seeing the "ADVANCE READERSCOPY" label on my Kindle, with those adorable illustrated couples, just made me even more excited to dive in. It perfectly captures that sweet, cozy feeling you get from Lynn Painter's books – a true visual treat that hints at the delightful romance inside. Speaking of romance, Alec and Dani are seriously everything. Their dynamic is so well-written; you can feel their connection from their witty banter to those quiet, charged moments. What I loved most is that it's not just surface-level. The 'giggling and kicking your feet' moments are definitely there, but Lynn Painter also weaves in challenges and growth that make their relationship feel incredibly real and earned. It’s the kind of love story that makes you believe in grand gestures and small, meaningful glances all at once. And let's not forget the supporting cast! Grandpa Mick truly is a gem, adding so much warmth and humor. He's that character who steals every scene he's in. A question I’ve seen pop up is about connections to Lynn Painter's other works, specifically if Liz Buxbaum makes an appearance. From my read, 'Fake Skating' introduces us to a brand new, captivating world with fresh faces, allowing Alec and Dani's story to shine brightly on its own. It’s wonderful to see Lynn Painter creating another standalone gem that can be enjoyed by new and existing fans alike. This book isn't just a quick read; it's an experience. It’s filled with those beautiful emotional depths that make a YA rom-com truly memorable. Whether you're a fan of fake dating tropes, sports romance, or just looking for a book that will make you feel intensely, 'Fake Skating' delivers. It left me with such a warm, fuzzy feeling, the kind that lingers long after you've turned the last page. It’s easy to imagine fans creating vibrant fanart inspired by Alec and Dani’s journey, or even a charming movie adaptation down the line. Seriously, if you're building your TBR for 2025 (or just looking for future reads), this is one you absolutely cannot miss. It’s more than just a book; it’s an escape into a world where young love feels both exciting and deeply profound. Lynn Painter has done it again!
