The Foreign Exchange

by A.J. Woods

Marlee Adams is not looking for love. All she wants to do is not think about the fact that her mother is dead, hang out with her friends at the local diner, and drop out of school forever. She’s definitely not looking to fall in love with the new, very hot, and very unavailable German exchange student, Maximilian Hoffman. But, love has a funny way of sneaking up on you when you least expect it. Spanning years and continents, Marlee finds herself inexplicably drawn toward Max for reasons she can’t explain, all while dealing with grief, managing friendships, and most importantly, falling in love

Genres: Romance

303 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 10, 2024

Reviews

[Grace Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a reread for me and it was even better the second time! I’d like a movie and a spin off series - please💜

[Sumer Strand · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favorite books ever!!! The ending is such a beautiful show of growth. ❤️

[Kailey Swienton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a story MADE for someone like me, who studied abroad in Germany in high school and fell in love, then had to deal with the aftermath of coming home.

This was a phenomenal debut and I’m so glad I picked it up during a SOYK day. I did struggle with the pacing at times, and the ending felt a bit rushed. Additionally, it felt like this was teetering between YA and adult, and I think if some of the (minor) open-door scenes and cussing were removed, this would be a slam-dunk YA novel. But overall, I devoured this story in less than a week, and I really loved the ending! I loved Marlee’s growth in the end and cheered for her HEA. 😊

[E.M. Downey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was so lucky to be able to read an early copy of The Foreign Exchange! This book is a beautiful journey that really delves into the depths of grief, without becoming bogged down in it. Marlee is a wonderfully flawed character that you can't help but root for, and her story is a great exploration into the ups and downs of early adulthood. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll love. I highly recommend this book to readers of all ages. I think everyone can find a piece of themselves among the pages.

[LinSpinner · Rating 4 out of 5]

That was an emotional roller coaster I wasn't prepared for, but it ultimately turned out to be a beautiful ride alongside Marlee through her growth and self-discovery.