Never Ever Getting Back Together by Sophie G is a charming and relatable romance that kept me hooked from start to finish. The characters are well-written, with great chemistry, and the book captures the messy, complicated nature of relationships in a way that feels real and refreshing.

The humor and emotional moments are balanced perfectly, and I found myself laughing and rooting for the characters throughout. While the story is predictable at times, it’s still a heartwarming and fun read that I’d recommend to anyone who loves a good rom-com. Definitely worth picking up for a feel-good escape.

I could not get past the first few pages unfortunately! This was way more YA than it sounded like and the opening scene gave me the ick. The main characters are like 18??? This one was just not for me.

Reality TV dating show? Check! Second-chance romance? Check! Fun queer twist? Check! It’s funny, full of drama, and a fun read for sure.

A hilarious, queer twist on second-chance romance wrapped inside a reality TV dating show. It’s sharp, funny, and full of delicious drama. Perfect for fans of fake dating, enemies-to-lovers, and messy, swoony fun.

I really wanted to like Never Ever Getting Back Together by Sophie Gonzales because the whole exes-on-a-reality-show idea sounded messy and fun, but honestly, it just didn’t hold my attention. The pacing dragged, the drama didn’t hit like I expected, and I found myself losing interest pretty quickly. I think some people might enjoy the humor and the unique setup, but for me, it just wasn’t giving what it needed to give.

3.5 stars. This has a reality show setting. The main male character, who has become famous by being royal-adjacent, invites several ex-girlfriends to participate. The prize at the end of the show? A second chance. Two of the girls started out hating each other because he cheated on each of them with the other. They end up having to room together during the taping of the show and, as they get to know one another better, they decided to team up. Instead of a second chance with him, though, they want to take him down. This was a bit of a silly, unrealistic premise, of course, but it turned out to be fun. I LOL’d several times. I loved the snark and sarcasm, the shenanigans, the LGBTQ+ rep, and the funny situations that the characters found themselves in. My biggest problem with this book is that the characters are super young-just barely out of high school-and that felt weird. It wasn't marketed in my store as YA as far as I know, but maybe that was it's intended audience. The characters were in fairly adult situations, though, so maybe new adult is the right category. Given the storyline, it read like adult, and I was only reminded of their age when it was explicitly mentioned.

we all know the typical love triangle which is not really a triangle because its just the guy liking two different girls who don't like each other in a romantic way right? okay now imagine we take that and eliminate the guy cause he's the biggest asshole; we are left with two girls who are kinda enemies kinda rivals but end up falling in love with each other.

that was the weirdest description ive ever made about a book but i do hope you understood the vibe :D

(got this book after sophie announced on her insta that the book was available for a limited amount of time on Netgalley, so many thanks to her <3)

i liked this book very much. firstly because the trope is honestly quite original and ive always wanted to read something like this. secondly, its SAPPHICS PLEASE we need more bi and lesbian representation in books. the setting was really funny bc the show in which the characters are participating -called "second-chance romance "- is just straight up making up every single thing that happens on and out of set. i watch a lot of shitty tv programmes like that and i found it super eye opening, just reading how jordy literally lied to every single girl on that show to make himself look good i swear...a true pathological liar.

the characters unfortunately i couldnt totally connect with from the very beginning, and in the very end too i felt like something was missing. i really fancy reading about the thought process and emotional hurricane inside people before bigger actions really happen, and i feel like in some moments i couldnt get that from maya and skye in this story. i dont know if it's the writing process of the author, which is completely fine and other people might find better than okay, or if im really just a very intense bish who loves feelings. however, it wasnt that big of a deal because i did enjoy both maya's and skye's journey throughout the book, and i grew up really fond of them. they are quite the opposite to one another: one impulsive and the other an overthinker, one more open to feel and the other very closed uo; but that also was an important part of their growth as people.

oh mama that ENDING and the lesson it gives you. i really really loved how the main issue was dealt with and how it shows that even when we so thoroughly prepare something for such a long time it will not always go the way we want it to. i loved how they didnt give jordy a redemption arc at ALL, he didnt deserve it that bish.

had a great time reading the book and im totally going to support sophie from now on. really eexcited to read more of her books. definitely recommend this one if you wanna have a cute entertaining and light hearted read this summer.

I’m not usually super into YA romance, but this was cute! I also do watch a fair few dating shows, so I always love a book featuring one.

I do think the story could’ve been a bit more flushed out, but overall I had a good time!

A really fun, sweet and cute romance! I thought this was a really fun take on the reality show trope. Filled with heart and also funny! I read it SO fast, fully engaged.

This one was so fun! It was like if a reality dating show met John Tucker Must Die Loved the dual POV, the reality show plotline and behind the scenes details (since the bachelor shows are my guilty pleasure) and the girls on the show. My biggest issue with the story was the age of the characters- I just had a hard time taking a dating show seriously when they're all 18 years old, but I guess it works for a YA audience. Overall a fun, enjoyable read

This book was charming and so fun! I loved the reality show setting although I generally find a dating show setting for a teen novel a little odd. Nevertheless, I liked the romance and the characters and would recommend this novel.

Never Ever Getting Back Together by Sophie Gonzales is a perfect example of a queer romance done right. It follows many common tropes of the genre while being unique, challenging, and wonderfully charming. I'll read pretty much anything she writes in the future. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this review copy!

Never Ever Getting Back Together was such a fun and dramatic read! The reality TV setting added so much tension, and I loved seeing Maya and Skye’s relationship evolve. Their chemistry was great, and the mix of humor and emotional moments kept me engaged. Some of the drama felt a little over-the-top at times, but it definitely made for an entertaining story.

This had a cute premise but would have worked better if the characters were in their twenties rather than their teens. The main characters were indistinguishable from one another, and the chemistry was lackluster. Sadly this didn’t work well for me.

Thank you NetGalley for sending me a copy for my honest review.

This was seriously SOOO good. I usually don't like the love triangle tropes but this was done so so well!

Two girls, one ex, the ultimate revenge plan!! Give me drama, give me chaos... Sophie did just that!

Never Ever Getting Back Together - if you can’t guess I was drawn to this book based on the very Taylor-Esque name!

I really wanted to love this book with the concept but it also ended up missing the mark a bit for me! I am not big into reality TV and seeing how awful Jordy was behind the scenes to not just Maya but everyone was so icky to me and hit home as to why I don’t watch reality TV!

Maya and Skye were lovely and I loved watching their relationship blossom, however I wish we’d gotten more of this and more interactions with the other girls becoming friends and less of the show/Jordy time.

Overall enjoyable but I want more Maya and Skye!

As a fan of Bachelor-esque romance books, I loved Never Ever Getting Back Together. The peek behind the scenes of a reality show adds so much fun, and the characters aren’t perfect, which makes them feel incredibly real. It gave me The Charm Offensive vibes, with its mix of heart, humor, and a touch of drama. Overall, it was a delightful, charming read. Highly recommend!

*Never Ever Getting Back Together* by Sophie Gonzales is a fun, emotionally charged, and cleverly crafted YA novel about love, breakups, and finding out what you truly want. The story centers around Taylor, a teenager who is navigating life after an intense breakup with her high school boyfriend, Luke. The twist? Taylor and Luke are forced to confront their past when they’re both invited to participate in a competitive event where their chemistry cannot be ignored.

Gonzales excels at writing authentic, layered characters, and the tension between Taylor and Luke is electric. The book explores themes of growth and self-discovery, especially how relationships—romantic or otherwise—can shape us. Taylor’s journey of learning to let go of past hurts and reevaluating what she wants out of relationships is compelling and resonates with readers who have experienced the complexity of navigating love in their own lives.

One of the standout features of *Never Ever Getting Back Together* is its exploration of the messiness of emotions. Gonzales doesn’t shy away from showing that people can be flawed, make mistakes, and still learn from those experiences. The banter between Taylor and Luke is sharp and witty, offering a balance of humor to the more intense, emotional moments.

However, while the relationship dynamics are captivating, the plot can feel a bit predictable at times, and some of the secondary characters could have been fleshed out more. That said, the romantic tension and satisfying character development more than make up for it.

Overall, *Never Ever Getting Back Together* is an engaging and heartfelt read for anyone who enjoys YA romance with emotional depth and authenticity. It’s a perfect blend of humor, heartache, and self-growth, making it a book worth diving into for those looking for a sweet yet reflective story.

I really enjoyed this one. I love a bachelor style show and I love a behind the scenes look even more. I think the gradual enemies to lovers between the two contestants was really well done. I love Issac and his willingness to help them get their revenge.

So so cute!!!!! The characters were well fleshed out and the writing style was very easy to get through. Sophie Gonzales always writes the sweetest romances ever, I’m so happy I was able to read this