I am very excited that I was granted an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

The Heartbreak Cure is the story of heartbreak, high school, and two friends who both have secrets. Told in alternating points of view, readers see Cat, the quiet shy girl who loves reading and writing for the school paper, and Alex, handsome and brooding with a dark past and a bad reputation.
After Cat falls victim to a cruel prank, she convinces her childhood friend Alex to be her fake boyfriend in order to convince the school that she is fine. It's a quick read, and a fairly typically YA romance, making it a great choice for fans of Sarah Dessen or Kasie West.

Three and a half stars.

Cat Turner got punked by one of the popular boys at school and she is dreading going back. What with the YOuTube video and the complaints to the school she knows she is going to be a laughing stock. Even worse, she knows that the editor of the school paper won't let her write for the paper - afriad she'll use the paper to slander her ex. Until she hits on a cunning plan. Why not ask her taciturn bad boy friend Alex Locke to be her pretend boyfriend in return for her help with writing his college applications.

Poor Alex has had a tough life, his parents were junkies and his mother and baby sisters died in a car accident when he was only 13 years old. He went to live with his grandmother but she has had to move in a old people's home so at 16 years old he is working two jobs and living in a tiny, dingy apartment above a garage. Alex has been in love with the girl next door for years but he knows that Cat is destined for great things whereas he is a loser with secrets, secrets which would make Cat hate him if she ever found out.

This is typical Entangled Teen Crush - high school kids, some drama, lots of homework and school spirit. Cat is a lively, bubbly girl who likes to write fantasies based on real life. Alex, on the other hand, made some mistakes and can never forgive himself. But as they fake date, Cat and Alex get closer and discover that they have a lot in common.

This is the first Amanda Ashby novel I have read and I enjoy her lighthearted writing style.

This book had an interesting description which drew me in especially since I've enjoyed other books under the Crush branding however this one I just couldn't get into. I think someone else could though and would throughly enjoy it but it just wasn't for me. I didn't like the ex boyfriend that was mentioned which turned me off a lot from even delving far into the story and plot.

The Heartbreak Cure
by Amanda Ashby
My Review: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ❣
The Heartbreak Cure is a friends to more romance and a fake boyfriend story. Two of my favourites, so this book was a winner before I opened it!

Kids can be cruel and unfortunately, Cat is the last victim. Her humiliation is displayed for the world to see and the tears that followed. The summer break is just about over and Cat has to face the music at school. She doesn't want drama. She wants a job on the school paper and is willing to do whatever it takes.

Alex has been in love with Cat forever but feels she can do better. He was the boy next door. He has had an unfortunate upbringing and has gained a bad boy reputation. He likes to keep his head down and doesn't get close to people. Cat is his only friend.

Cat sees the good in Alex and she wants the best for him. Maybe they can help each other out of their slumps?

The Heartbreak Cure is a sweet story with a lot to offer. There are also a few side chapters who have their own stories. This book worked really well and I enjoyed every minute of it. 4.5 stars out of 5.

BLOG TOUR DATE: 7th December and includes an Interview with the lovely Amanda Ashby.

I received this eBook from Netgalley. I really liked this one a lot. Cat is such an adorable character. I like how Alex isn't the typical "bad boy" type, he has his issues and was willing to take responsibility for his actions, even though he was young and didn't know enough then. I also really appreciated how he handled being sent to the police station and being questioned for something he didn't do. He's a really sweet person and I'm happy that it all worked out for both of them in the end.

This book is just plain adorable.

I have a thing for nice "bad boys."

Likable characters, sweet story and a HEA. Can't ask for more on a chilly fall evening.

I will say that I tend to love anything Entangled publishing puts out, which is unusual, because I rarely notice who the publisher is.

Cat and Alex used to be neighbors and are sort of friends, but have the potential to be so much more. They get their chance when she recruits him to be her fake boyfriend after she needs to prove she's over a guy who treated her terribly.

The Entangled Teen books are usually quick reads and I think this plot was paced perfectly. With the dual perspective there is a chance to get to know Cat and Alex well and to root for them both to succeed.

If you are looking for a sweet book with some romance, I definitely recommend The Heartbreak Cure!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I loved, LOVED, this story. I felt sorry for Alex and the guilt he carries. I liked Cat and how calm and accepting of Alex she is. Decent storyline and fantastic use of characters. Couldn't put it down and had to finish it in one sitting.

"The Heartbreak Cure" is a sweet and quick read about a fake relationship turned into something more. Cat, an aspiring novelist and journalist, has just been publicly humiliated when a one week relationship ended with a youtube video saying she was part of a summer challenge (to date a loser and get her to fall in love with you). To make matters worse, the no-nonsense editor of the school paper is going to kick Cat off to prevent any snags during her senior year as editor. To prevent this from happening, Cat decides the best way to show everyone she is really okay and not heartbroken is to engage in a fake relationship with Alex.

Alex has generally been trying to fly under the radar since his mother and sisters died in a car accident and rumors began swirling about his family. His mother was an addict, and he had a hard life. After his mother and sisters died, he came to live with his grandmother, Birdie, who lived next door to Cat. Recently, she has had to go into assisted living, and now he lives over the garage at his long-time boss, Joe's (who owns a car repair shop). Alex wants to stay out of the limelight until he can leave town and go to college. He spends all his time working hard at school and working a few jobs to make sure he can get into and afford college. He also has had a long time crush on Cat, but he feels she is too good for him and so would never make a move.

During the course of their fake relationship, complete with all the requisite cute, Alex in particular experiences a lot of personal growth, coming to terms with his past and planning for his future. Overall, I found it to be a really enjoyable read- the pages just flew by and I was able to read it in a sitting or two (which is good because I had a hard time putting it down)! Although it follows the pattern you would expect, it was a lovely read that left me with all the happy feels.

Although it's a very short book, I loved some of the side characters and wish it was longer so we could get more of them (Birdie and the other residents at the assisted living center seemed particularly awesome, and Cat's mother also seemed like someone I would love to hear more about). I really hope this will be continued as a series with the other teenage characters getting their own love stories. This is a really great cozy or beachy read, and I highly recommend it!

Please note that I received an ARC from the publisher through netgalley. All opinions are my own.