So much fun!! This is definitely a high school romance with aspects of a coming-of-age story, but as an adult reader who appreciates sweet, grounded teen romances like Heartstopper this was a great time for me. This is a little more lighthearted than Heartstopper, but just as charming. I was immediately invested in the story. Riley is a vibrant protagonist driven by her passions and learning from her mistakes. Nathan, the love interest, is a great character as well. He has enough layers for Riley to peel back to be intriguing and to make his moments of vulnerability feel more impactful. He has some insane charisma, the dude is ridiculously smooth during the fake dating scenes. It's easy to see why she'd fall for him and how well their personalities compliment each other. The supporting cast of friends all felt like individuals with their own lives and personalities. I loved the balance between Riley's other budding or established friendships, her growing understanding of her parents, her musical theater goals, and the romance. It was all woven together very well and the tension and pacing felt just right. I could have easily read this in one sitting if I had the time.