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.

Wow. I find myself at a loss of words while I attempt to write this review. This book was truly special in so many ways. I started this immediately after reading Unsteady (which i loved by the way), but Unloved was simply on a completely different level. Peyton Corinne’s writing is uniquely beautiful, and I've found myself resonating with it heavily. So many incredible quotes that I know I will be thinking about for weeks to come, so much angst, so much growth depicted within her stores; she truly sets herself apart as an author. This story was one of a romance that was larger than life, but it was also one of grief, longing, and change. Both of these characters possessed qualities that I see within myself every day. Ro’s struggle to see her own worth, Freddy’s self-deprecating humor that he uses to cope, I just truly related to these characters on so many levels. I found myself feeling every emotion with them throughout the book; the sinking of the heart, the butterflies, all were in full effect while I was reading. The ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia representation were executed flawlessly down to the smallest detail. As a mental health professional, I could truly see the research and effort that went into portraying these difficult topics accurately. I was immersed in this plot and these characters from beginning to end. It really was a rollercoaster ride, but was so rewarding and fulfilling in the end. I truly don’t think I will ever stop thinking about this book. It’s been a hot minute since I’ve rated a book five stars, but this book undeniably gave me that feeling that I’ve been searching for! Full review posted on Amazon and Instagram :)

This author is new to me, but I will be keeping an eye out for anything else they publish. I loved the story and the characters. The pacing of the story was great and the characters were relatable.

If you’re a fan of friends to lovers - Freddy and Ro are for you.

Their tutoring sessions lead to a wholesome friendship, and it’s so endearing to see.
It’s very much a slow burn romance, with the main characters having to deal with their pasts and FMC's abusive ex boyfriend. but MMC comforts her without prompting. Multiple Times.

It gets emotional and raw. At the very heart of this story is a romance between two people would couldn’t deserve it more. It was long though, so the story lacked depth sometimes.

Thank you to the publisher for the ARC of Unloved! I cannot put into words how much I loved this book. I saw so much of myself in Ro and could not get enough of Freddy (sweet baby angel). I think he is my all time favorite MMC. I loved how much detail and love and care the author put into these characters and how interwoven the story is with the first book in the series. I will pick up anything and everything Peyton Corinne writes moving forward! This book gets a BOLD five stars from me! For fans of The Deal and Collide.

I'm not sure why I requested to read this one after DNFing the first in this series. I guess I thought I'd give Corinne another shot but I am convinced now that these books are not for me. I'm finding out that many tiktok "sensation" books aren't for me.

This is an okay YA book with no real depth. There are random things that happen, but no consistant plot or actual storyline. The characters were both kind of unlikeable and probably need therapy instead of whatever they were doing in this book. I just felt extremely disconnected from all of it.

I know there's a market for this kind of book out there, but I'm convinced I'm not the target audience and that is OK with me. There are TONS of great reviews for both book one and two in this series, but I just need more in my books than fluff and random events and trauma dumping.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest thoughts.

This story was very cute and wholesome it had me melting and wanting more. The characters were so cute and their love story was to die for. I loved this and definitely recommend. 4.25/5 stars

The characters were great and they were a good pair, but the writing wasn't totally my style. I haven't read anything else by this author, but I would give her another shot. This wasn't my favorite read though.