This novel was truly phenomenal and beautifully written. I devoured this in less than 24 hours.
This can be read as a standalone like I read it, but after reading one of Peyton‘s books, I imagine that Unsteady is more than worth your while to read before. I highly recommend giving this a read when it comes out.

Similar to Unsteady, this book is about college students learning to deal with tough things happening in their lives, while also learning how to open up to someone and create a healthy relationship.

The timeline of this book overlaps quite a bit with book one. I enjoyed getting a glimpse of those characters from a different perspective.

So far I'm enjoying this series. I like that they explore topics of mental health and such, but it does mean that I do have to wait to read them when I'm in a certain headspace, since they're a tad bit "heavier". But ultimately, I think that attests to how good the stories are.

This is book 2 in a series and I highly recommend reading book 1 first- the two books coincide so it's easier to understand Unloved if you read Unsteady first. Matt Frederick is the playboy of the school and Rosalie is the tutor he so desperately needs to help him with his grades. I personally love the athlete/tutor trope- One Tree Hill is one of my absolute favorite shows! This story has some really heavy topics- it will really pull at your heartstrings.

I LOVED Unloved. the characters and their dynamic were everythingg. Their relationship was so raw and emotional, with just the right mix of tension and vulnerability. I felt every moment between them, and their growth felt so real. Such a powerful, beautifully written story about love, healing, and connection.

Thank you netgalley and Atria books for the arc!

After loving Unsteady, I knew I needed to read his one and I finally had the time! I loved Freddy in Unsteady and was so excited to read his story! He was the comedic relief and golden boy in the first one but this one showed a lot more of the difficulties that he went through just to live. He was very protective of Ro and seeing him automatically act different with her versus the other girls showed that she was very much different. His interactions with Sadie, Rhys, and Bennett I ate up every time too. Him defending Ro against Tyler I ate up every time too! We love a protective mmc! He reminded me a lot of Gibsie and Johnny from Boys of Tommen! His relationships with his teammates too I giggled at!

Ro, Sadie’s best friend, is strong and very much her own girl boss. She is smart and intelligent and she’s sees Freddy for everything that he is from the get go. She knows when things are off with him. She knows exactly what he needs when he is angry or sad and she provides it. She listens to him and slowly she opens herself up to him. I saw a lot of her and Tyler’s relationship in my past one and I felt a lot of sadness for her as well as my past self.

These two get each other and are perfect for each other! The pop culture references and the hopeless romantic Ro I related with so hard. (The GMM reference) then their dance scene! I’m a sucker for dance scenes! Ro defends Freddy just as Freddy defends her and that is EVERYTHING in a relationship!

Also unrelated but the part with Toren Kane, dude needs a redemption arc, I can feel that he is trying and he defended Ro! Also Rhys being a papa bear to Sadie but also Freddy in this made me love him more!

Definitely recommend these two books in the series and I can’t wait for Bennett’s book!!!!

4/5⭐️

This book was soooo good! I wasn’t expecting it to be better than the first one, but it was! This series in general, has depth in the characters; it’s not just a hockey romance at all. But Ro and Freddy’s dynamic was EVERYTHING! I loved the chemistry you felt between them. I cannot wait to read more from this author!

I loved the first book and was so excited to get an ARC for this. However, I didn't feel like the characters had as great of chemistry as those in Unsteady. While I liked this book I didn't love it.

this was such a sweet story, Freddy and Ro made my heart so happy and i just loved their story. Couldnt put this one down once i started. slow burn friends to lovers is one of my favorite duos and this one was done so well. these two healed each other in such a beautiful way and watching freddy find his self worth and realize he deserves all the good things in life was just beautiful

this book was interesting. I spent the first half and incredibly frustrated with the characters doing dumb shit even though that is famously what 20 year olds do!!!! It is in a college setting and if you like that, would recommend.

LOVE. This series handles heavy topics and finding your true love and your person so well! This hockey romance is so much more than just about hockey.

I started 2024 by reading Unsteady, and it was among my favorite reads of the year so I can't express the feeling when I received the email telling me that I was going to receive an ARC of Unloved (a book that I was so excited to read!). I would like to @netgalley thank for the opportunity. ❤️

Now, Unloved WOW! @peytoncorinneauthor has a gift for creating endearing characters, her broken and vulnerable mmc awn we just want to heal and hug them 🥹. We never know what a person has been through. Freddy/Matt story was so touching I didn't expect to feel so many emotions while reading this book. I just wanted to go into the story and give him a big hug. Fortunately, he had Ro by his side to support him both in his studies and in his daily life. Their love story was so touching and sweet. The word that comes to mind when I think about it, soft love 🩷. Freddy was obsessed with Ro for many years, he was adorable and so caring. I also really liked getting glimpses of Rhys and Sadie with her younger brothers, but from a different pov since the two stories are happening almost simultaneously. I hadn't even finished the book that I was already looking forward to the next ones in the series, this group of hockey players is just✨🥹.

4.5/5

“In my dreams, I take care of you the way you take care of other people, and you’re relaxed and calm. And before bed, you tell me how easy it is to love me.”

Ro and Freddy are perfect! Their love is so incredibly tender and this book was beautifully written. Their journey from strangers to friends to lovers was so lovely to read, and I wanted to put them both in my pocket and keep them safe from everything around them.

I like that we got to see them both navigate really difficult things and lean on one another for support, even before their relationship was romantic. Freddy and Ro are a great example of a couple who were clearly meant to end up together, and I think that’s a huge credit to the way this story was crafted. They fit perfectly and they were written that way from the beginning.

There was a good amount of slice of life spread out throughout this book, which is a pacing style I really enjoy. Their relationship development felt very organic and not rushed. All in all, this was a great read, and I will definitely be continuing with the series because the found family dynamic is fantastic.

(Definitely recommend checking content warnings for this one.)

ARC provided by Atria Books via NetGalley.

This book gave me all the feels! I absolutely LOVED Freddie, he was such a great MMC. For the majority of the book I just really wanted him and Ro to have something good finally happen to them. Tyler was a complete asshole and what he did to Ro was CRAZY! And the fact that she put up with it time and time again. Although I wouldn’t know from firsthand experience, I know that you can’t get them to leave unless they want to. And Freddie was so patient and understanding in waiting for Ro and supporting her through all her decisions. Hearing about Freddie’s grooming also made my heart hurt. I absolutely loved their characters AND their story. I laughed just as much as I cried.

I really really liked this book. I had mixed feelings about the first book in the series because I wasn't really vibing with the fmc but THIS book, I love them. I was so happy Matt got a book for himself and 'm happy that it was the story that it was. He and Ro deserve the whole world. The friends to lovers was so genuine and pure and paced so well into them actually getting together. It's hard not to love them.

📚💚 Book Review: Unloved by Peyton Corinne 💚📚

She’s the quiet genius.
He’s the campus hockey star.
Neither of them feels like they belong—until they find each other. 🥺🏒

Ro Shariff just wants to finish her degree in peace. Freddy Fredderic hides his pain behind charm and late-night parties. But when a tutoring session turns into something deeper, walls start to crumble—and hearts begin to heal.
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💫 Academic meets athlete
💬 Smart banter & quiet longing
🔥 Slow burn with real stakes
🧠 Trauma, trust, and tenderness

Unloved is the kind of romance that lingers—it’s soft, sad, and full of soul. If you’ve ever felt unseen, this story is for you.
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Absolutely loved this book! The dynamic between Freddy and Ro was amazing! Also, I loved the representation of learning differences and the advocacy. It was amazing!

Unloved is an absolutely masterpiece!! It’s one of those books that you can’t put down but also want to read forever. It’ll stay with you long after you finish it. At least that was my experience. I loved this love story so so so much. It was full of many sweet & tender moments that had me saying “awww” throughout the whole book.

Thank you to Atria Books and Netgalley for the advanced copy. Peyton Corinne once again knows how to make a direct strike to my heart. I absolutely adored this story of Freddy and Ro. I enjoyed the fact that parts of this book overlapped with the timeline of the first book, so we get the explanations for some of their actions in book one.

Freddy and Ro...they are each dealing with their own struggles, both in their personal lives and with relationships. But when Freddy needs yet another tutor, Ro ends up being that and so much more. I loved the friendship that developed between the two, even as they pushed the boundaries of more. If nothing else, they just wanted to see the other succeed, and that is the best foundation from which to grow a relationship.

This book touches on some difficult topics, such as grief, and is done in such a thoughtful way that really had me rooting for Freddy and Ro to find their happy ending. It's just such a great story.

Unloved is a heartwarming story about Ro and Freddy, two people who, despite thinking themselves unlovable, find each other and form a deep, emotional bond. Peyton Corinne writes adorable romances that also include complex themes of trauma and diversity in an earnest way. I adored this book and I can't wait to see more from her.

I absolutely loved this book and devoured it in only a few days. I love seeing the author grow their craft, as you can see improvement in story telling from the first book to this one. I had a really good time with this book and am excited for the next.