I really didn't enjoy this book. The writing is erratic, the timeline is all sorts of confusing and the characters were shallow and unexciting. The story itself is very unrealistic, and the pacing was all over the place.

I wish I liked it, because it sounded great. I read all of it so I could provide a review knowing I had tried, but unfortunately I couldn't get into it.

A cute book that starts out like a fanfic, and takes a wild turn.

I read this in one night and really enjoyed it.

I look forward to more by this author

Thank you, Wattpadd WEBTOON Book Group, for the advance reading copy.

I love this book so much! I am a pop music fan all my entire life and this book is just the perfect treat for me!

I love how realistic and convincing the characters are. The writing is so good that I want to cry!

It is the story of two best friends who complement each other the best when one writes songs and the other bringing lives to the songs with dance. They have known that they would rule the music world someday when they make music together. However, things changed when a tragedy happened and Tyler went on to become a big pop star.
This is the story of what happens when two people meet again and make their dreams come true despite whatever difficulties they have faced in between.

I love the writing I repeat!

Perfect five star read!

What a delightful story!

It begins like any fanfic, friend of the famous tries to meet, but things don't look the same.

And then the plot veers away from the expected into quite an enjoyable tale! It hits dark and dangerous with the sparkly sweet.

I enjoyed the main character's twists and turns, and naturally, the perfect ending. (No spoilers, though.)

Aaliyah is absolutely the character you'll be cheering for! She's quirky but relatable, and every teen will wonder how to be her! And she's a dancer, which definitely makes me think of my own dancer daughter.

"But if I had to do it all over again for just one kiss, I would." (300)

And naturally, references to Alice in Wonderland!

How (Not) to Date a Pop Star by Jada Trainor is undeniably an amazing five star read!

This book was AWESOME! I enjoyed it way too much.
It was cute, fun and an amazing adventure to love. Full of hope and dreams.
I loved the characters and the way they interacted with each other. Tyler and Aaliyah are absolutely amazing together. It was awesome seeing them together and reading about how their journey would unfold.
Kara McDowell does an excellent job of writing a story that’s fun and engaging.
A ture YA love story!

If Trainor writes another YA romance you can bet I'll pick it up!

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

Thank you to NetGalley and Wattpad Books for my ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I love books abt pop stars. I thought this was such a good well written one. I loved the characters of Aliyah and Tyler. I thought Tyler was written well and didn’t come across as cheesy, I was curious to also learn abt their family secrets and how/if they would end up together. This would make a really cute move,

Aaliyah Preston and Tyler Moore were best friends growing up. Tyler played and wrote music, and Aaliyah brought that music to life through dance. They were convinced their lives would change forever after entering a TV talent show, but when Aliyah’s mom ended up in hospital, Tyler had to go alone–and won. Suddenly, he was thrust into the spotlight while she was left behind in their small, seaside town.

Several years later, Tyler is the hottest pop star on the planet, and Aaliyah has her heart set on following in her mom’s footsteps and attending the Boston Conservatory to study dance. However, her future becomes hazy when Tyler suddenly comes back home, and wants to make up for all the years they lost–and even plan a future that includes the two of them together.

While Tyler may have a lavish lifestyle and fans all the world over, he isn’t happy. What he really wants is a chance at a normal life, and he wants Aaliyah to be part of that life. However, family drama, including long buried secrets about both of their fathers, threaten any plans for their futures. But like the best pop songs, when the music and the lyrics come together everything works in perfect harmony. Tyler and Aaliyah will need to write a new duet without giving up on their dreams.