I read this book in like 2 days!!! It kept me hooked the whole time and the romance was so good. The book was fast paced and the character development was perfect. The miscommunication trope at the beginning killed me though, through the whole book I was just thinking this all could be solved if they believed her. Overall thought the characters we loveable and the book was such a fun read!! Definitely one of my most anticipated releases of 2022 and I hope everyone loves it as much as I did!

This book was an absolute delight to read. If I wasn't well versed in ridiculous reality tv I might think that the show in the book would be too out there but I could see Netflix getting ideas if they read the book. Maya and Skye were both sympathetic and fun. The book had lots of funny moments that stuck with me. I don't always love the use of miscommunication in books but it was well-done and not overly frustrating. Jordy was a fairly realistic portrayal of a manipulative man who thinks he's entitled to anything he wants while also having a victim complex a mile wide.
My only issue with the book is it felt like the characters should have been older and the story should have been adjusted for New Adult. The concept was great and executed fairly well but the idea that a 20-year-old man would have this many exes invested enough to want to compete on a reality show is just not plausible. When I was reminded of the ages it took me out of the story.

3.75
first off the Taylor swift title reference yes 10/10, if there is ever anything to get me excited to read a book withoutknowing anything about it then that would be it!
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we are never getting back together, bachelor and selection vibes but with more adorable witty banter.
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seriously though this book was too freaking cute loved the constant drama the banter and the revenge plotting so so much! The reality television setting is always a favorite of mine to read about and this one was no different.
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Going into this book I had no idea that it was sapphic and that was such a pleasant surprise especially because the relationship was just so much fun.
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Overall this was such a fun and light YA read perfect for the summer time

Never Ever Getting Back Together had me hooked from the very beginning, I couldn’t put it down. This is a really fun sapphic romance, and revenge story. I loved the banter between Maya and Skye. The plot was intriguing and kept me entertained.

This was an easy 5 stars for me! I definitely recommend this one.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

When your ex-boyfriend will be on a TV show called Second Chance Romance and asks you to come on the show. What can go wrong? Except your roommate is the person he cheated on you with. Maya wants to go on the show to expose what Jordy is really like since he manipulated everyone else to think you are a crazy ex-girlfriend when Skye who is warned Maya is a "crazy" ex that can't get over their relationship is over. Before they know it things start heating up and not with Jordy.

This book is listed as YA but I feel like it is more in the New Adult genre.

No, but this was absolutely amazing??? The humor was 11/10, I was howling at some points. The perfect slow-burn romance, the perfect villain, impeccable pacing. I loved the commentary on reality tv, and felt so seen by Maya's struggle with caring about how other people view her more than her own happiness. Both mcs had such a strong character arc, and the chemistry was unreal. I have to say I find it tricky to find f/f romances I love, which is strange given i'm legit dating a woman, but this one really landed for me. I think it's because it balanced the line between keeping the characters flawed, but without letting them buy into toxicity. So so so good

So, this was kind of sad for me! I wanted to love it. Really, I tried. I was so intrigued by the second chance dating show. Then to see it’s going to have even more drama.

Maya is just kind of rude and Skye is hard to like. The book felt slow at times, and I wasn’t a fan of any of the characters. It just seemed like the book was almost going to be amazing, but it wasn’t quite there. I just think it was hard for me to believe the romance when it had been done kind of like… oh. And I know you’re meant to hate Jordy, but it was just a lot of frustration on my end.

I love this author, and I would read more of her works. This one didn’t work for me, but it may work for those who like happy endings and based off reality tv.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the digital review copy.

I have read and enjoyed all of Sophie Gonzales other books and this one was no different. This has all the things I enjoyed from Sophie’s other books - humor, likable characters, lgbtq+ rep, and an interesting plot. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading anything else that Sophie will release in the future.

If you are looking for a great binge worthy read --I really enjoyed this book! I thought it was a fast -paced enemies to lovers romcom. It acknowledges the thin line between love and hate. Read this if you are fans of dating show! It has twists and unbelievable events that happen!

A huge thank you to NetGalley, Wednesday Books & Sophe Gonzales!a

2.5 ☆ for Never Ever Getting Back Together by Sophie Gonzales. Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review! Check out my Goodreads profile if you'd like reading reviews sprinkled with a ton of gifs!

Queer love? Check!
Bisexual visibility? Check!
Enemies to loves? Check!
Forced proximity? Check!
Reality TV? Check!
Somehow inexplicably boring? Check!

Meet Jordy. Extremely annoying rich white man. Meet his ex, Maya. And his other ex, Skye. And a bunch of others exes that don't really matter. Now put them all in a mansion to film a reality TV. The catch? The girls must 'fight' to rekindle their romance with Jordy, whom I forgot to mention, is extremely average at best and an emotionally abusive cheater at worst. Let the drama begin.

Sigh.

For a novel that had so much I would theoretically enjoy, this sadly fell flat for me. I found myself dragging up to 50% and finishing it up by quickly skimming through the pages to get to the end. I would recommend this to some friends but definitely not the majority of them as one has to be in a very specific mood to enjoy this one.

Oh well, onto the next! Happy reading!

Sophie Gonzales never disappoints! This book was SO fun, from the amazing and life-like characters, to the realistic and hilarious setting of a reality dating show. I couldn't put the book down and read it in two days. Thank you Sophie for inviting us into your lovely head!!

Sophie Gonzales is definitely an auto buy author for me. Only Mostly Devastated was a top read for me a couple of years ago and I really enjoyed Perfect on Paper as well, so I could not wait to read this one too.
I want to first say that although I love reality tv, I usually don't love reality tv books, so I am a tough audience. The cheesiness that works on tv for me just doesn't usually translate and seems extra cheesy on paper. However, I think I liked think book as much as I could like a reality tv book, because I love Sophie! She just writes really well.

The book started with a bang, and I was hooked immediately. That is how you write a first paragraph! Sophie is able to write YA books in a way that makes them more approachable to me, as an adult who likes YA but can sometimes feel like they are too young for me (hers are always just right). I love love love Perrie and Isaac the most! They were just really well developed, enjoyable, and loyal characters. I enjoyed Skye as well at the moment I think we were supposed to like her. There were many times when I could not put this book down, but then I think it just dragged a little for me probably around 60-70% in? Though it quickly picked back up again. The one downside for me is that I was conflicted over my feeling about Maya. I connected to her at first (also bi, also went to UConn, and also had a recent big betrayal situation) and had high hopes for her character to handle herself well while getting the redemption arc she deserved, I felt like she went a little too hard too fast with both Skye and Jordy. Though I rooted for her the whole way and by the end felt a little more resolved about her (which is a testament to the writing), I think I just had some mixed feelings in the first half of the book. Overall I enjoyed this book, though not at much as her previous two I read, but would recommend to others who like her stuff, ya, lgbtqia lit, and/or enjoy reality tv dating plot lines!

I wanted to thank NetGalley for this very early arc of Never Getting Back Together by Sophie Gonzales. I was excited for this arc because it was a romcom about a guy dating a bunch of his exes. I thought that this would make an intriguing plot. I really liked the characters Maya and Sky, but overall, I was underwhelmed by the book. It was a light and fluffy read, but I felt it was slow at times.

Thank you @netgalley and @stmartinspress for this ARC e-book!   
   
I have to admit when I received this ARC, I may have screamed a little bit. Like anyone, I love a good reality tv show but when it’s a book AND you make it queer? Sign me up. From page 1, the reader is submerged into a beautifully written romantic comedy drama with characters that are explosive, real, and relatable. Gonzales’ meticulous writing style creates beautifully crafted characters and a light-hearted, humorous plot line that instantly makes the reader invested in this book.   
   
I love a convincing buildup for a romance and Gonzales delivered just that. It never feels rushed or forced. The reader can witness both the MCs, Maya and Skye, perspectives which aids to truly understanding their emotions and actions. Can we also point out the Tay Swift inspired title??

This was great. I had certain expectations after reading the blurb and while I can't claim they have all been met, this was still a very great romance. The characters had solid character development and the chemistry was so good.

That you to the author and publisher for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review reflecting my own opinions.

Book premise was awesome about finding closure for your exs and past regrets on a tv show… it also included finding love and being true to yourself. Most of the characters were decently developed and the supporting characters might be more impressive to me the the main characters. Personally, the PowerPoint slide got me hooked at the start. If you like multi pov stories with a happy ending this book is for you.

Solid 3/5 from me given I was not a fan of the ending on this one at all. And some of the characters needed more development at time of this review.

Thank you to St. Martin's Press, NetGalley, and Sophie Gonzales for the opportunity to read and review this book ahead of publication!

Maya is freshly graduated from high school and getting ready to (begrudgingly) start college in the fall, when she gets a call. This is no ordinary call, but the call from a producer of a new reality show - Second Chance Romance. The catch is that she doesn't want any sort of romance with her lying, cheating, accent-faking ex-boyfriend Jordy. But... that doesn't mean she says no. Instead, she decided to win him back but JUST to break his heart on TV and hurt him the way he hurt her.

Unfortunately, this plan goes off the rails almost instantly when she is forced to share a room with one of his other exes.... the one who happens to be the gorgeous girl he cheated on her with, Skye. What could possibly go wrong?

Oh boy, did things go wrong (and so right too!)
I would say this is my first dip into more of a sapphic romance, while still being YA. Also, my first YA romance in awhile. Regardless, I think this was a well-written story. From the first chapter, I couldn't wait to find out what happens between the girls (couldn't care less about Jordy, besides him getting a taste of his own medicine.)

This romcom has everything you need. Humor, drama, sneaking around, banter, tension. Plus, having it based around a reality show gave a different view of things, including the random excursions and antics involved. It was a very entertaining story. I definitely want to look into other books by Sophie Gonzalez now!

4.25/5 stars!

Another *stellar* Sophie Gonzales romcom! “Never Ever Getting Back Together” has one of the most unique romance plots I’ve ever read, and it’s ideal for fans of “The Charm Offensive” and “If This Gets Out.” Gonzales is especially skilled at creating believable, well-paced emotional arcs, and (as always!) she handles conflict between her teen characters with care––nothing feels unearned or rushed.

What really stands out in this book is Gonzales’ portrayal of Jordy, her lying, manipulative, and gaslighting villain. Many authors can write “the bad guy,” but Gonzales depicts the nuances of Jordy’s abuse with more subtlety and precision than I’ve ever seen in a YA romance. The way Jordy weaponizes social justice language to make himself look like the “good guy,” for instance, is rage-inducing and very relatable. It feels important to have characters like Jordy in YA lit––one of the most difficult parts of dealing with this kind of abuse is figuring out how to articulate the harm (both to yourself and to other people) especially when the abuser is well-liked and admired. My hope is that “Never Ever Getting Back Together” will help readers understand and identify behaviour like Jordy’s, while of course providing the utopian sense of justice that survivors seldom receive.

*Thank you to NetGalley for access to this electronic ARC in exchange for my honest review.*

This book reminded me of The Bachelor franchise! It was a cute read but it made me realize how much I've outgrown YA books. I think for people who are still into YA books, this book will be a really great and fun read! I enjoyed how the main characters felt really relatable to me when I was that age so I can see a lot of 18-19 year old girls relating to them.

I also loved how the twist was two girls falling for each other because I feel like there's not many books about that.

I am a huge fan of Sophie Gonzales' books so I was very excited to get this ARC!

Never Ever Getting Back Together is a YA novel that enters around Maya, a recent high school graduate, who had a bad breakup with her ex-boyfriend Jordy. In the time since their break-up, Jordy has become a minor celebrity and is the star of a reality based TV show with Bachelor-esque style.

The producers of the show are bringing together a group of Jordy's ex-girlfriends for a second chance at romance and Maya gets asked to participate. She's outraged, understandably, especially based on the way their relationship ended--with Jordy cheating on her.

But perhaps this is Maya's best chance to exact her revenge on Jordy and expose him for the liar that he is. So she agrees to be a part of the reality show.

Only to find out she's rooming with her nemesis--Skye, the girl Jordy cheated on her with.

The story follows the typical Bachelor type reality show format, with brief intros of the other contestants and Jordy himself, as well as weekly challenges and date nights for the girls.

It was fun to read the behind the scenes aspects of a reality tv show and see the interactions between the contestants. It struck me as a bit odd that this was a reality dating show for 18-20 year olds--and it seemed odd how many girlfriends Jordy had had as a 20 year old. I think their ages threw me off a bit. Yes, they were all legally adults and the drinking age in the European location was younger than the US, but I think it would have worked better for me with college grads or slightly older characters.

Maya and Skye were the main characters and the story is told in their alternating POVs, which I liked. I do wish they each had a bit more character development and that we learned a bit more about them. I liked the idea of them being enemies to reluctant allies to lovers but the transition almost went too quickly.

Overall this was an entertaining read. I think I would have liked a bit more character development and the characters a bit aged up but overall this was a pleasant read.

My thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.
3 1/2 stars