Gia Montgomery finds herself stranded in a parking lot on prom night after her boyfriend, Bradley, breaks up with her right before they are supposed to enter the dance. Desperate to prove to her skeptical friends that Bradley actually exists, Gia recruits a stranger waiting in his car to pose as her date for the evening. The two act out a scripted romance for her social circle, but the arrangement becomes complicated when Gia realizes she knows nothing about her substitute boyfriend, not even his real name. As she tries to track him down later to return his suit, she discovers he has his own family conflicts and a sister who needs help, leading Gia to question her obsession with her curated social image.
Teenage readers who enjoy lighthearted contemporary romance and stories about social dynamics will find this book relatable. It appeals to those interested in the contrast between online personas and authentic private lives. The reader walks away with a perspective on how prioritizing outward appearances can hinder genuine connection and the importance of being honest about one's flaws. It serves as a study of how high school students navigate social pressure and the vulnerability required to build a real relationship.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2015
- Language
- EN
