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The Cuffing Game
Bestselling author Lyla Lee delivers a deliciously fun YA K-drama remix of Pride and Prejudice—if Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennett were a college-run reality TV dating show.
It is a truth universally acknowledged that when there is a hot person, there is also someone with a crush on them.
Mia Yoon has a plan for everything. Get a full ride to her dream film school in Los Angeles, behind her mom’s back, and escape her middle-of-nowhere hometown—check. Produce her own dating show starring other people and their crushes—check. But everything goes off the rails when she has to enlist the help of her own secret crush, Noah Cho, a boy she’d rather hate.
Despite being a campus celebrity voted “most eligible student bachelor,” Noah can’t remember the last time he was in a relationship. And he’s perfectly content with that, thank you very much, especially since just the word feelings makes him uncomfortable. But he can’t stop staring at Mia, who keeps glaring at him in class. And when she asks him to be on her dating show—as one of the contestants—he can’t say no.
As Noah goes on more and more romantic dates on The Cuffing Game and Mia watches from behind the camera, something feels off. With the showrunner and contestant slowly falling for one another, can the show still go on?
It is a truth universally acknowledged that when there is a hot person, there is also someone with a crush on them.
Mia Yoon has a plan for everything. Get a full ride to her dream film school in Los Angeles, behind her mom’s back, and escape her middle-of-nowhere hometown—check. Produce her own dating show starring other people and their crushes—check. But everything goes off the rails when she has to enlist the help of her own secret crush, Noah Cho, a boy she’d rather hate.
Despite being a campus celebrity voted “most eligible student bachelor,” Noah can’t remember the last time he was in a relationship. And he’s perfectly content with that, thank you very much, especially since just the word feelings makes him uncomfortable. But he can’t stop staring at Mia, who keeps glaring at him in class. And when she asks him to be on her dating show—as one of the contestants—he can’t say no.
As Noah goes on more and more romantic dates on The Cuffing Game and Mia watches from behind the camera, something feels off. With the showrunner and contestant slowly falling for one another, can the show still go on?
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First published November 18, 2025
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Lyla Lee
22 books832 followersLyla Lee is the bestselling author of books for all ages. Inspired by her Korean heritage and love of pop culture, she writes cute and sometimes swoony stories that have been translated into multiple languages around the world. Originally from South Korea, she’s lived in various cities throughout the United States, worked in Hollywood, and studied Psychology and Cinematic Arts at the University of Southern California. She now lives in Dallas, Texas. Visit Lyla at lylaleebooks.com or on social media (Kid lit: @literarylyla and adult romance: @authorlylalee).
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November 20, 2025
3.75 ⭐️
Mia is thousands of miles away from her family in Texas, but she doesn’t regret moving to California to be in film school. Her time there would be much more enjoyable if Noah weren’t always debating with her in class. What makes matters worse for her is that Noah just so happens to be her crush, one she’s had since she saw him at a frat party where he insulted her. But it doesn’t matter since she thought of a great show idea to forget about him. But when contestants are needed, she asks her roommate if she’s willing to be on the show. She agrees on one condition: Noah has to be one of the contestants because he is her crush. Hesitant but willing to do anything to make her dream a reality, Mia asks Noah to be on the show, wondering if she will be able to hide her emotions as they spend more and more time together off camera.
Noah is known for his popular presence on social media. Anything that involves film, he’ll do. But when Mia, an opinionated freshman, asks him to be on her dating show, he’s hesitant to be on board. However, the prospect of finding love makes him accept her offer and pitches an idea that will make some significant changes to the show. Mia’s on board with his ideas, and The Cuffing Game is born. It should be easy for him, right? He’s always in front of a camera, so he can easily hide behind his charming mask. But as he and Mia begin to connect, Noah finds it hard to keep the mask on when his pretty classmate sees right through him and his fake smiles.
I’m not going to lie, it was hard writing that summary up there, lol! 😂 I feel like my brain is going to explode after that.
This was a fun book, but I’d like to know one thing: why is every character’s name either Mia or Theo? I get it, they’re nice names and all, but this has to be the fourth or fifth book where one of the characters’ names is Mia. In this instance, there’s an actual explanation for Mia’s name to be Mia, so I’m not about to go off on a tangent about the overuse of certain names, but I just wanted to add that observation because I find it intriguing. 😏
Okay, this was as cute as the cover because, um, hello? Can we just stare and admire that beauty? 😍 Okay, we admired it. Let’s move on. 🤭
The author mentions in the beginning of the book that this is a very loose adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, and y’all know how much I love Jane Austen’s works, so I was very excited to read this. And, it’s safe to say, it didn’t disappoint. 🥰 But it was almost too sweet, if that’s even possible. I think it’s just me and my jaded view of how relationships “should be,” so I was taken aback by how nice and friendly everyone was in this book. Okay, not everyone was nice, but most people were, and I was like, “Umm…hello? Is this realistic?” And yes, in fact, Sarah, people are actually that nice. Go see a therapist already. 😂
And can I just give a shout-out to Matías because omg, he was my favorite!! 😍 I loved him so much, and I wish he had more screen time!
I don’t think I have any negative things to say about this book. Maybe some of it was cheesy, and okay, yeah, I’m not a fan of reality TV dating show stuff, so I wasn’t too excited about the drama that was bound to happen. And the main characters still felt a little surface-level, so I didn’t connect with them as much as I wanted to, but nothing too bad. I did, however, relate to Noah and his aversion to physical contact with people. I’m going to be real with you and say that I don’t do hugs. I just can’t do it, no matter how many times I want to hug a loved one. I automatically stiffen if someone taps my shoulder or leans in for a side hug. Ugh, I hate it, but it’s true! 😭 So I totally understood Noah’s need for ✨per-son-al spaaaace✨ But I’m working on it. 😉
Anyway, this book made me smile a lot, giggle a lot, and I really liked how everything turned out. So, all in all, I really liked this book, and if you love a cute and simple enemies-to-lovers romance with a bit of drama and a lot of LGBTQIA+ representation, then this story is for you! 💖
Thank you to HarperCollins Children’s Books and NetGalley for providing the arc in exchange for an honest review! All opinions and statements are my own.
❗Content Warnings❗
Mentions homophobic reactions.
Swearing: Some (would you be surprised if I said I don’t remember? 😅🤦♀)
Spice: No–only kissing. (🌶/5)
#TheCuffingGame #NetGalley
Mia is thousands of miles away from her family in Texas, but she doesn’t regret moving to California to be in film school. Her time there would be much more enjoyable if Noah weren’t always debating with her in class. What makes matters worse for her is that Noah just so happens to be her crush, one she’s had since she saw him at a frat party where he insulted her. But it doesn’t matter since she thought of a great show idea to forget about him. But when contestants are needed, she asks her roommate if she’s willing to be on the show. She agrees on one condition: Noah has to be one of the contestants because he is her crush. Hesitant but willing to do anything to make her dream a reality, Mia asks Noah to be on the show, wondering if she will be able to hide her emotions as they spend more and more time together off camera.
Noah is known for his popular presence on social media. Anything that involves film, he’ll do. But when Mia, an opinionated freshman, asks him to be on her dating show, he’s hesitant to be on board. However, the prospect of finding love makes him accept her offer and pitches an idea that will make some significant changes to the show. Mia’s on board with his ideas, and The Cuffing Game is born. It should be easy for him, right? He’s always in front of a camera, so he can easily hide behind his charming mask. But as he and Mia begin to connect, Noah finds it hard to keep the mask on when his pretty classmate sees right through him and his fake smiles.
I’m not going to lie, it was hard writing that summary up there, lol! 😂 I feel like my brain is going to explode after that.
This was a fun book, but I’d like to know one thing: why is every character’s name either Mia or Theo? I get it, they’re nice names and all, but this has to be the fourth or fifth book where one of the characters’ names is Mia. In this instance, there’s an actual explanation for Mia’s name to be Mia, so I’m not about to go off on a tangent about the overuse of certain names, but I just wanted to add that observation because I find it intriguing. 😏
Okay, this was as cute as the cover because, um, hello? Can we just stare and admire that beauty? 😍 Okay, we admired it. Let’s move on. 🤭
The author mentions in the beginning of the book that this is a very loose adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, and y’all know how much I love Jane Austen’s works, so I was very excited to read this. And, it’s safe to say, it didn’t disappoint. 🥰 But it was almost too sweet, if that’s even possible. I think it’s just me and my jaded view of how relationships “should be,” so I was taken aback by how nice and friendly everyone was in this book. Okay, not everyone was nice, but most people were, and I was like, “Umm…hello? Is this realistic?” And yes, in fact, Sarah, people are actually that nice. Go see a therapist already. 😂
And can I just give a shout-out to Matías because omg, he was my favorite!! 😍 I loved him so much, and I wish he had more screen time!
I don’t think I have any negative things to say about this book. Maybe some of it was cheesy, and okay, yeah, I’m not a fan of reality TV dating show stuff, so I wasn’t too excited about the drama that was bound to happen. And the main characters still felt a little surface-level, so I didn’t connect with them as much as I wanted to, but nothing too bad. I did, however, relate to Noah and his aversion to physical contact with people. I’m going to be real with you and say that I don’t do hugs. I just can’t do it, no matter how many times I want to hug a loved one. I automatically stiffen if someone taps my shoulder or leans in for a side hug. Ugh, I hate it, but it’s true! 😭 So I totally understood Noah’s need for ✨per-son-al spaaaace✨ But I’m working on it. 😉
Anyway, this book made me smile a lot, giggle a lot, and I really liked how everything turned out. So, all in all, I really liked this book, and if you love a cute and simple enemies-to-lovers romance with a bit of drama and a lot of LGBTQIA+ representation, then this story is for you! 💖
Thank you to HarperCollins Children’s Books and NetGalley for providing the arc in exchange for an honest review! All opinions and statements are my own.
❗Content Warnings❗
Mentions homophobic reactions.
Swearing: Some (would you be surprised if I said I don’t remember? 😅🤦♀)
Spice: No–only kissing. (🌶/5)
#TheCuffingGame #NetGalley
April 20, 2025
4.25★
this was SO CUTE and such a fun read!
take some of the netflix dating shows like single's inferno and the perfect match, throw in some love island and unreal tv, add a little sweetness and fluff from quirky kdramas, and just a dash of pride & prejudice, and you've got the cuffing game.
as someone w a past life in film, i connected v much w both mia and noah and the story of making your own project was very dear to my heart. throw in the antics of reality tv dating and it's a fun time.
it was a fast read and i felt like it paced well, with a not too neatly or rushed ending. it also included a v diverse cast w some queer contestants (mia is also bi), which we still don't get to see a lot in reality dating shows today.
lyla lee pls be my friend so we can talk about film production and are you the one season 8!!!!!
an honest arc review ♡
this was SO CUTE and such a fun read!
take some of the netflix dating shows like single's inferno and the perfect match, throw in some love island and unreal tv, add a little sweetness and fluff from quirky kdramas, and just a dash of pride & prejudice, and you've got the cuffing game.
as someone w a past life in film, i connected v much w both mia and noah and the story of making your own project was very dear to my heart. throw in the antics of reality tv dating and it's a fun time.
it was a fast read and i felt like it paced well, with a not too neatly or rushed ending. it also included a v diverse cast w some queer contestants (mia is also bi), which we still don't get to see a lot in reality dating shows today.
lyla lee pls be my friend so we can talk about film production and are you the one season 8!!!!!
an honest arc review ♡
May 6, 2025
This book was SO cute!! I’m a Lyla Lee lover, her writing really does it for me. If you’re looking for a fun YA romance with lots of yearning, definitely check this one out.
I really loved the evolution of the original tv show concept to the eventual Cuffing Game. I wish there had been a bit more depth to the game itself but overall I enjoyed that aspect. The dramatics in The Cuffing Game reminded me a lot of other tv dating shows and I totally ate it up.
Seeing Mia and Noah’s personal growth throughout the story was nice as well and added some depth to their characters.
My partner is going to love this book as well, going to buy it once it’s officially out and make her read it!
Thank you to Netgalley, the author, and HarperCollins for the ARC!
I really loved the evolution of the original tv show concept to the eventual Cuffing Game. I wish there had been a bit more depth to the game itself but overall I enjoyed that aspect. The dramatics in The Cuffing Game reminded me a lot of other tv dating shows and I totally ate it up.
Seeing Mia and Noah’s personal growth throughout the story was nice as well and added some depth to their characters.
My partner is going to love this book as well, going to buy it once it’s officially out and make her read it!
Thank you to Netgalley, the author, and HarperCollins for the ARC!
November 14, 2025
3.5
*Review to come*
*Review to come*
November 3, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
SPICE?🌶️ none
Mia Yoon may only be a freshman in film school, but she’s got big aspirations to produce her own reality dating show. Things are going well until she’s forced to ask her class nemesis, senior and social media influencer Noah Cho, to join the project. Noah may be popular, but can’t remember the last time he made a real relationship outside of the Internet, so he agrees to join the show. The two launch The Cuffing Game, a queer-friendly dating show where constants cuff up with their crush. But as Mia watches Noah cuff up with someone else, she feels off. Is that her disdain for him creeping in, or something more...cuffable?
It’s no secret: Lyla Lee is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors, and The Cuffing Game was no disappointment! I loved every aspect of this book: from the #EnemiesToLovers trope, authentically queer couples and experiences, and reality dating show game-ification of a romcom? Sign me up! It’s quite the #YA comfort read, alongside the wintery vibes perfect for #CuffingSeason. The animosity-turned-flirtatiousness and a shared Korean/Korean-American identity make Mia and Noah the perfect cinematic couple. I only wish that this were an actual show because it’d be just as binge-worthy to watch as this book was to read.
Reviewed as part of an #ARC and from #NetGalley. Many thanks to Harper Collins for the #gifted copy in exchange for an honest review.
Read this book if:
🥪 you never sleep on how amazing uncrustables are
📊 discussing logistics is your love language
📺 you want a queer version of your favorite reality dating show
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SPICE?🌶️ none
Mia Yoon may only be a freshman in film school, but she’s got big aspirations to produce her own reality dating show. Things are going well until she’s forced to ask her class nemesis, senior and social media influencer Noah Cho, to join the project. Noah may be popular, but can’t remember the last time he made a real relationship outside of the Internet, so he agrees to join the show. The two launch The Cuffing Game, a queer-friendly dating show where constants cuff up with their crush. But as Mia watches Noah cuff up with someone else, she feels off. Is that her disdain for him creeping in, or something more...cuffable?
It’s no secret: Lyla Lee is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors, and The Cuffing Game was no disappointment! I loved every aspect of this book: from the #EnemiesToLovers trope, authentically queer couples and experiences, and reality dating show game-ification of a romcom? Sign me up! It’s quite the #YA comfort read, alongside the wintery vibes perfect for #CuffingSeason. The animosity-turned-flirtatiousness and a shared Korean/Korean-American identity make Mia and Noah the perfect cinematic couple. I only wish that this were an actual show because it’d be just as binge-worthy to watch as this book was to read.
Reviewed as part of an #ARC and from #NetGalley. Many thanks to Harper Collins for the #gifted copy in exchange for an honest review.
Read this book if:
🥪 you never sleep on how amazing uncrustables are
📊 discussing logistics is your love language
📺 you want a queer version of your favorite reality dating show
Follow me on Instagram for more book reviews!
November 17, 2025
This book was so cute from start to finish! I have no words for how fast I flew through this one, especially after the massive slump and school centered books I’ve been reading!
Here we follow Mia, a freshman who creates a show to escape her feelings about her crush Noah. Little does she know, she needs Noah to save the day with her show and thus, The Cuffing Game is born 🫶
But what will happen when Noah and Mia are put into such close quarters, especially with Mia’s roommate who may harbor feelings of her own for Noah? Stay tuned for the first episode of The Cuffing Game coming soon!
Mia is my Type A Queen! I can be so Type A myself and seeing that aspect reflected in Mia was amazing. She also had so much growth throughout the book and I loved every second of it, that ending had me giggling and kicking my feet!
Noah was everything I hoped and wanted him to be. Seemingly cool on outside, but soft lover boy on the inside; perfect match for Mia if I do say so myself. I love the little mentions we got and how his character developed as well, there was serious growth and chemistry and I ate it up!
I also adored the side characters (as I always do let’s be so for real) and I need more of just them! The whole cuffles throughout this book was the cutest thing ever and I loved seeing everyone get together with one another!
This was the perfect cute read that I needed in my life, and I love anything Lyla writes so I am already SAT for her next release!
Here we follow Mia, a freshman who creates a show to escape her feelings about her crush Noah. Little does she know, she needs Noah to save the day with her show and thus, The Cuffing Game is born 🫶
But what will happen when Noah and Mia are put into such close quarters, especially with Mia’s roommate who may harbor feelings of her own for Noah? Stay tuned for the first episode of The Cuffing Game coming soon!
Mia is my Type A Queen! I can be so Type A myself and seeing that aspect reflected in Mia was amazing. She also had so much growth throughout the book and I loved every second of it, that ending had me giggling and kicking my feet!
Noah was everything I hoped and wanted him to be. Seemingly cool on outside, but soft lover boy on the inside; perfect match for Mia if I do say so myself. I love the little mentions we got and how his character developed as well, there was serious growth and chemistry and I ate it up!
I also adored the side characters (as I always do let’s be so for real) and I need more of just them! The whole cuffles throughout this book was the cutest thing ever and I loved seeing everyone get together with one another!
This was the perfect cute read that I needed in my life, and I love anything Lyla writes so I am already SAT for her next release!
November 20, 2025
cute quick listen 🙂↕️
April 4, 2025
4⭐
Thank you Lyla Lee and HarperCollins Children's Books for the ARC!
I loved this book so much more than I expected that I would. Lyla Lee has amazing writing skills to keep the readers hooked into the narrative without wanting to take a break.
Not many YA books in the market have Asian Representation or LGBTQ books but this book is carefully and smoothly balanced and includes both aspects, without making it seem like it was forced. It’s not often that we see such a wide range of gender identities and backgrounds represented so seamlessly. It made me feel even more comfortable to read the book.
The evolution from the initial idea to the final version of The Cuffing Game was fun to read about. The challenges and the game were interesting to read about. However, I felt like some of the aspects of the game were lacking depth. I wish that part could have been more creative in my opinion.
The dual POV allows the readers to see a broader perspective of the characters. We get to see how the character evolve and overcome tough situations and obstacles. The exploration within this dynamic was very interesting but at sometimes, the romance felt very rushed.
Overall, if you love dramatic, engaging, TV love reality drama, loath to love, and found family --- you'll love THE CUFFING GAME.
Thank you Lyla Lee and HarperCollins Children's Books for the ARC!
I loved this book so much more than I expected that I would. Lyla Lee has amazing writing skills to keep the readers hooked into the narrative without wanting to take a break.
Not many YA books in the market have Asian Representation or LGBTQ books but this book is carefully and smoothly balanced and includes both aspects, without making it seem like it was forced. It’s not often that we see such a wide range of gender identities and backgrounds represented so seamlessly. It made me feel even more comfortable to read the book.
The evolution from the initial idea to the final version of The Cuffing Game was fun to read about. The challenges and the game were interesting to read about. However, I felt like some of the aspects of the game were lacking depth. I wish that part could have been more creative in my opinion.
The dual POV allows the readers to see a broader perspective of the characters. We get to see how the character evolve and overcome tough situations and obstacles. The exploration within this dynamic was very interesting but at sometimes, the romance felt very rushed.
Overall, if you love dramatic, engaging, TV love reality drama, loath to love, and found family --- you'll love THE CUFFING GAME.
March 29, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for the e-arc! All opinions are entirely my own.
If you’ve ever wanted to read a cute, Love Island type of story, look no further!! Lyla Lee has written love island but for college students and it’s absolutely adorable.
I really enjoyed all of the side characters in this and I was pretty invested in the on-going drama. One thing to note, while I did enjoy the conflicts that were occurring throughout the book, I honestly felt a bit disappointed they were solved and written away so easily at the end. I personally just felt the ending was too wrapped up in a bow and I would have loved if there had been consequences to certain character’s actions or even just different reactions. It felt too clean and a bit rushed and would not have been realistic for actual college student, unfortunately.
I also really struggled to see the full chemistry between the FMC, Mia Yoon, and the MMC, Noah Jang. I felt a lot of their romance was ultimately told to me, rather than being shown to me and I just wanted more from them. It definitely picked up towards the end and by the final chapter, I could believe they had fallen in love. I also really liked how both characters felt relatable in their own ways, especially with their shared anxiety over school and life in general.
Ultimately, I really enjoyed this book and I felt it was incredibly cute. Again, the side characters were some of my favorites in the story and I devoured it in one night!! I look forward to reading future works by Lyla Lee!
If you’ve ever wanted to read a cute, Love Island type of story, look no further!! Lyla Lee has written love island but for college students and it’s absolutely adorable.
I really enjoyed all of the side characters in this and I was pretty invested in the on-going drama. One thing to note, while I did enjoy the conflicts that were occurring throughout the book, I honestly felt a bit disappointed they were solved and written away so easily at the end. I personally just felt the ending was too wrapped up in a bow and I would have loved if there had been consequences to certain character’s actions or even just different reactions. It felt too clean and a bit rushed and would not have been realistic for actual college student, unfortunately.
I also really struggled to see the full chemistry between the FMC, Mia Yoon, and the MMC, Noah Jang. I felt a lot of their romance was ultimately told to me, rather than being shown to me and I just wanted more from them. It definitely picked up towards the end and by the final chapter, I could believe they had fallen in love. I also really liked how both characters felt relatable in their own ways, especially with their shared anxiety over school and life in general.
Ultimately, I really enjoyed this book and I felt it was incredibly cute. Again, the side characters were some of my favorites in the story and I devoured it in one night!! I look forward to reading future works by Lyla Lee!
May 25, 2025
Love island for college students? SIGN ME UP!
The premise of this book was interesting. Who would think to make love island but for college students? Mia Yoon that’s who! Mia is better than me because I wouldn’t want my crush/“enemy” to work on my project with me.
I liked the commentary from the side characters because they provided comedic relief and insight into the main characters. Mia and Noah had an interesting start to their relationship.
Where this story fell short for me was the relationship development between Mia and Noah. It didn’t feel authentic or linear. It felt forced and underdeveloped. I enjoyed seeing the diverse representation in all the characters. Both main characters are Korean which I rarely see in romances. Hopefully, this book will help gain recognition for an underrepresented group.
I’m interested to see what Lyla Lee comes up with next!
The premise of this book was interesting. Who would think to make love island but for college students? Mia Yoon that’s who! Mia is better than me because I wouldn’t want my crush/“enemy” to work on my project with me.
I liked the commentary from the side characters because they provided comedic relief and insight into the main characters. Mia and Noah had an interesting start to their relationship.
Where this story fell short for me was the relationship development between Mia and Noah. It didn’t feel authentic or linear. It felt forced and underdeveloped. I enjoyed seeing the diverse representation in all the characters. Both main characters are Korean which I rarely see in romances. Hopefully, this book will help gain recognition for an underrepresented group.
I’m interested to see what Lyla Lee comes up with next!
June 15, 2025
ARC review
i was able to get an arc from netgalley, and also a physical copy at the yallwest epic reads booth! thank you to harpercollins and epic reads for the arc!
i liked the alternating povs between the male and female leads, as it provided a look into their thoughts. the format also made it feel like i was watching a reality show
the book also me of my brief film school days
i was able to get an arc from netgalley, and also a physical copy at the yallwest epic reads booth! thank you to harpercollins and epic reads for the arc!
i liked the alternating povs between the male and female leads, as it provided a look into their thoughts. the format also made it feel like i was watching a reality show
the book also me of my brief film school days
November 14, 2025
This sounded like a cute little YA or young adult rom-com but it fell pretty flat and boring. I received the ALC from netgalley and it irrigated me that it wasn’t dual narrated. The plot was interesting it parts but very blah and immature in others - people don’t really talk like this. It made it really hard to push through.
April 25, 2025
Firstly, thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins Publishers for the digital advanced reader's copy in exchange for my honest review.
3.75 stars
This was SO cute. We follow Mia Yoon, a film major, and her team as they create a reality dating show called 'The Cuffing Game', where people get the chance to confess their crushes and maybe find love. The twist? Mia’s own crush, Noah Cho, is one of the leading men on the show.
Cue all the adorable, flustered chaos.
Minor fun fact about me: I’m a longtime fan of The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, and pretty much any reality dating show you throw at me. Sue me, they're entertaining! So, when I saw that this book was about a contestant falling for someone on the crew—and featured two Korean characters as the main couple—I added it to my TBR instantly.
And it absolutely delivered. Mia and Noah were SO precious. I caught echoes of the beloved 2005 Pride and Prejudice film adaptation (yes, the hand flex scene makes an appearance, and yes, I cheered a little).
The supporting cast also deserves a shoutout. They were fun, lovable, and refreshingly diverse. I would 100 percent read spinoffs about ANY of the other couples. I won’t spoil anything...but just know they’re worth rooting for.
Overall, I’d recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good reality dating show, a dash of fluff, and a whole lot of cuteness.
3.75 stars
This was SO cute. We follow Mia Yoon, a film major, and her team as they create a reality dating show called 'The Cuffing Game', where people get the chance to confess their crushes and maybe find love. The twist? Mia’s own crush, Noah Cho, is one of the leading men on the show.
Cue all the adorable, flustered chaos.
Minor fun fact about me: I’m a longtime fan of The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, and pretty much any reality dating show you throw at me. Sue me, they're entertaining! So, when I saw that this book was about a contestant falling for someone on the crew—and featured two Korean characters as the main couple—I added it to my TBR instantly.
And it absolutely delivered. Mia and Noah were SO precious. I caught echoes of the beloved 2005 Pride and Prejudice film adaptation (yes, the hand flex scene makes an appearance, and yes, I cheered a little).
The supporting cast also deserves a shoutout. They were fun, lovable, and refreshingly diverse. I would 100 percent read spinoffs about ANY of the other couples. I won’t spoil anything...but just know they’re worth rooting for.
Overall, I’d recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good reality dating show, a dash of fluff, and a whole lot of cuteness.
March 23, 2025
i stand by the fact that i think lyla’s writing skills are criminally underrated and she deserves WAY more hype! this book was so fun and chaotic and i know that noah (the mmc) can’t see this but texas has one of the largest korean populations in the country!!
longer review to come closer to the pub date. i don’t want to accidentally spoil.
1/2/2025 lyla has never written a bad book and i can’t wait to read this one!
longer review to come closer to the pub date. i don’t want to accidentally spoil.
1/2/2025 lyla has never written a bad book and i can’t wait to read this one!
November 5, 2025
I never thought I'd say this about a Lyla Lee book, but where was the charm?? This book felt so lacklustre to me. The premisse is SO fun, but the execution honestly felt pretty boring. Both Mia and Noah stayed too surface-level for me to really feel invested in their relationship, and I think we just didn't see them together enough as well. Overall, this book was mostly fine, but I already know it won't stay with me.
November 8, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC copy. All opinions are my own.
I absolutely LOVED this book! Lyla Lee's YA books hit way better for me than her adult debut did. 'THE CUFFING GAME' is loosely based on Pride and Prejudice and is easily one of my favorite retellings. The way Mia and Noah have such animosity towards each other but slowly realize it's not just ill will but actual romantic attraction was *chef's kiss*! I love that we got both POVs to see Mia's and Noah's take on the same situation. The book wouldn't have worked any other way.
Even though we basically know how the story ends up, the journey to get there was an absolute TRIP! The highs and the lows were such book contrast that it kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. I loved the reality TV aspect. It felt like dating shows I've watched, but also not. It was refreshing. The winter break backdrop was perfect, and while not explicitly a Christmas book, it could make the perfect winter/Christmas read!
I highly recommend picking up a copy of this one! 5 stars, all around!
I absolutely LOVED this book! Lyla Lee's YA books hit way better for me than her adult debut did. 'THE CUFFING GAME' is loosely based on Pride and Prejudice and is easily one of my favorite retellings. The way Mia and Noah have such animosity towards each other but slowly realize it's not just ill will but actual romantic attraction was *chef's kiss*! I love that we got both POVs to see Mia's and Noah's take on the same situation. The book wouldn't have worked any other way.
Even though we basically know how the story ends up, the journey to get there was an absolute TRIP! The highs and the lows were such book contrast that it kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. I loved the reality TV aspect. It felt like dating shows I've watched, but also not. It was refreshing. The winter break backdrop was perfect, and while not explicitly a Christmas book, it could make the perfect winter/Christmas read!
I highly recommend picking up a copy of this one! 5 stars, all around!
June 28, 2025
A reality TV show version of Pride and Prejudice? Count me in.
Mia, a type-A film student with big goals, butts heads with Noah, a celebrity social media influencer. But when Mia needs his help on her college-student-run reality dating show, it gets a little more complicated when they both realize the other isn’t who they originally seemed, and maybe they care a little more about the other than they’d readily admit.
This was a really fun read! I do think a bit of the relatable aspect went over my head, given that I have not gotten to college, but both characters (who the book’s POV alternates between) were fleshed out and funny. Mia‘s dry, sarcastic humor made me laugh, and Noah was the charming, sometimes misunderstood social media star that we all wish we could have.
While I’ll admit it was a little bit cliché and predictable, you’re hard pressed to find a contemporary YA romance that’s not. As a fan of Lyla Lee’s other novel, I’ll Be the One , I was happy with how this story played out. Bonus points because both MCs are Asian (something not super common still in the YA romance genre) and a well-rounded background cast, including people of all races and multiple queer characters as well.
Overall, a solid, vaguely holiday themed contemporary romance with likable characters and a unique premise.
(I received no compensation for this review; I got an ARC at a book festival and am leaving this review of my own volition)
Mia, a type-A film student with big goals, butts heads with Noah, a celebrity social media influencer. But when Mia needs his help on her college-student-run reality dating show, it gets a little more complicated when they both realize the other isn’t who they originally seemed, and maybe they care a little more about the other than they’d readily admit.
This was a really fun read! I do think a bit of the relatable aspect went over my head, given that I have not gotten to college, but both characters (who the book’s POV alternates between) were fleshed out and funny. Mia‘s dry, sarcastic humor made me laugh, and Noah was the charming, sometimes misunderstood social media star that we all wish we could have.
While I’ll admit it was a little bit cliché and predictable, you’re hard pressed to find a contemporary YA romance that’s not. As a fan of Lyla Lee’s other novel, I’ll Be the One , I was happy with how this story played out. Bonus points because both MCs are Asian (something not super common still in the YA romance genre) and a well-rounded background cast, including people of all races and multiple queer characters as well.
Overall, a solid, vaguely holiday themed contemporary romance with likable characters and a unique premise.
(I received no compensation for this review; I got an ARC at a book festival and am leaving this review of my own volition)
November 13, 2025
Perfect YA read! I enjoyed this so much!
Lyla’s writing is always fun to read!
I love the diverse representation, a remix of Pride and Prejudice whilst staying true to the K-drama and reality tv vibes.
Thanks NetGalley, HarperCollins and Lyla Lee for giving me an ARC and ALC of this book! I can’t wait to read more by Lyla in the future.
Lyla’s writing is always fun to read!
I love the diverse representation, a remix of Pride and Prejudice whilst staying true to the K-drama and reality tv vibes.
Thanks NetGalley, HarperCollins and Lyla Lee for giving me an ARC and ALC of this book! I can’t wait to read more by Lyla in the future.
November 3, 2025
guys. this was SO cute. such a fun, fast paced, read that had only the best vibes.
I’m unashamedly obsessed with reality tv AND romance books, so, of course this was perfect for me. this is the second book I’ve read from Lyla Lee, and she’s becoming a quick favorite of mine. I love the way she writes her characters; Noah and Mia’s dynamic was addicting and I know I just finished this book, but I already want more of them. besides the leads, the whole cast of characters (which is literal this time) had such fun personalities that made you fall in love with them even as side characters. I was really rooting for everyone throughout this book, and that made it all the more enjoyable.
this is such a perfect winter romance as we start getting into colder weather, and I recommend it to anyone who is interested in reality tv! I really felt like I was watching a behind the scenes look at some of my favorite shows. there was great growth from the characters, healthy communication which I loved to see, lgbtq+ rep, and so much more to love! I’m already gearing up for a reread next holiday season (maybe this one too…)
*Thank you to HarperCollins Children's Books | HarperCollins and NetGalley for this ARC!*
I’m unashamedly obsessed with reality tv AND romance books, so, of course this was perfect for me. this is the second book I’ve read from Lyla Lee, and she’s becoming a quick favorite of mine. I love the way she writes her characters; Noah and Mia’s dynamic was addicting and I know I just finished this book, but I already want more of them. besides the leads, the whole cast of characters (which is literal this time) had such fun personalities that made you fall in love with them even as side characters. I was really rooting for everyone throughout this book, and that made it all the more enjoyable.
this is such a perfect winter romance as we start getting into colder weather, and I recommend it to anyone who is interested in reality tv! I really felt like I was watching a behind the scenes look at some of my favorite shows. there was great growth from the characters, healthy communication which I loved to see, lgbtq+ rep, and so much more to love! I’m already gearing up for a reread next holiday season (maybe this one too…)
*Thank you to HarperCollins Children's Books | HarperCollins and NetGalley for this ARC!*
April 8, 2025
Current rating: 3.5 stars!
One thing I learned recently is that I do occasionally enjoy reality dating shows! I never thought I would be the type, but I devoured Love Island USA S6 and that was that. I do also want to check out Single's Inferno one day! Anyway, when I saw that Lyla Lee's new book was described as Pride and Prejudice x Love Island, I immediately added it to my tbr. The premise is so fun: a dating show created by college students, for college students!
I think this would be a cute quick romcom to enjoy in the winter with a hot drink and a blanket! I had a good time following our main characters Mia and Noah as they navigated the show and their complicated feelings. I definitely related to Mia and her preference for planning, though as shown in the book, a little derailment from that can also be important. Noah was also so cute! I was a little worried at first because he's introduced as a frat bro, but what little we know of his frat seems to be positive, and he likely joined for the friendships since he moved from South Korea to the US for college. The pacing of the romance wasn't too bad, especially since the majority of the story takes place in basically a week, something that's pointed out by the characters. And to be fair, relationships in irl dating shows often move fast due to close proximity and such. The main things I didn't like were the miscommunication scene because it felt forced and took me out of the story, and the side characters as they felt pretty flat. But otherwise, it was a cute read and there were definitely some funny moments! My favourite part is definitely what happens on the last day of the show 👀 Literally peak dating show finale vibes. I'm not too picky with romcoms because I read them for vibes and as palate cleansers, so I can still say I enjoyed my reading experience!
Thank you to HarperCollins and Netgalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!
One thing I learned recently is that I do occasionally enjoy reality dating shows! I never thought I would be the type, but I devoured Love Island USA S6 and that was that. I do also want to check out Single's Inferno one day! Anyway, when I saw that Lyla Lee's new book was described as Pride and Prejudice x Love Island, I immediately added it to my tbr. The premise is so fun: a dating show created by college students, for college students!
I think this would be a cute quick romcom to enjoy in the winter with a hot drink and a blanket! I had a good time following our main characters Mia and Noah as they navigated the show and their complicated feelings. I definitely related to Mia and her preference for planning, though as shown in the book, a little derailment from that can also be important. Noah was also so cute! I was a little worried at first because he's introduced as a frat bro, but what little we know of his frat seems to be positive, and he likely joined for the friendships since he moved from South Korea to the US for college. The pacing of the romance wasn't too bad, especially since the majority of the story takes place in basically a week, something that's pointed out by the characters. And to be fair, relationships in irl dating shows often move fast due to close proximity and such. The main things I didn't like were the miscommunication scene because it felt forced and took me out of the story, and the side characters as they felt pretty flat. But otherwise, it was a cute read and there were definitely some funny moments! My favourite part is definitely what happens on the last day of the show 👀 Literally peak dating show finale vibes. I'm not too picky with romcoms because I read them for vibes and as palate cleansers, so I can still say I enjoyed my reading experience!
Thank you to HarperCollins and Netgalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!
April 17, 2025
ARC REVIEW
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This book took me by surprise—in the best way. I didn’t expect to be so captivated, but Lyla Lee’s writing pulled me in from the first chapter and didn’t let go. Her pacing and storytelling make it so easy to lose track of time while reading.
What really stood out is how well the book handles representation. It’s rare to find a YA story that features both Asian and LGBTQ+ characters in a way that feels authentic and unforced. The diversity in gender identities and cultural backgrounds is seamlessly woven into the story, which made it feel inclusive and genuinely refreshing.
I also enjoyed watching the transformation of The Cuffing Game from its early concept to the final version. The premise and the challenges were fun to follow, though I felt like parts of the game lacked complexity. There was definitely room for more creativity in that aspect.
The use of dual perspectives worked well, allowing a fuller understanding of the characters and their individual journeys. Seeing them navigate emotional hurdles and personal growth added depth, though I did find the romance element a bit too fast-paced at times—it could’ve used more development.
If you’re into high-stakes love stories, dramatic twists, reality show vibes, enemies-to-lovers arcs, and stories centered on chosen family, this book is right up your alley. THE CUFFING GAME delivers a fun, heartfelt ride.
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This book took me by surprise—in the best way. I didn’t expect to be so captivated, but Lyla Lee’s writing pulled me in from the first chapter and didn’t let go. Her pacing and storytelling make it so easy to lose track of time while reading.
What really stood out is how well the book handles representation. It’s rare to find a YA story that features both Asian and LGBTQ+ characters in a way that feels authentic and unforced. The diversity in gender identities and cultural backgrounds is seamlessly woven into the story, which made it feel inclusive and genuinely refreshing.
I also enjoyed watching the transformation of The Cuffing Game from its early concept to the final version. The premise and the challenges were fun to follow, though I felt like parts of the game lacked complexity. There was definitely room for more creativity in that aspect.
The use of dual perspectives worked well, allowing a fuller understanding of the characters and their individual journeys. Seeing them navigate emotional hurdles and personal growth added depth, though I did find the romance element a bit too fast-paced at times—it could’ve used more development.
If you’re into high-stakes love stories, dramatic twists, reality show vibes, enemies-to-lovers arcs, and stories centered on chosen family, this book is right up your alley. THE CUFFING GAME delivers a fun, heartfelt ride.
April 30, 2025
Being a GenX mom of teenagers, reading this young adult romance hits differently. So much has changed and yet a lot remains the same. No matter the decade, the pining, the yearning and the excitement of a crush, along with the agony of watching a friend pursue your secret crush is soul crushing. The author makes you feel all the feels.
I appreciate the diverse representation and it was done well. Be ready for:
✅Love triangles
✅Dual POV
✅Forced proximity
✅enemies to lovers
🌶️No spice
Lots of fun references to pop culture.
Thank you to the author and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy for my honest review.
I appreciate the diverse representation and it was done well. Be ready for:
✅Love triangles
✅Dual POV
✅Forced proximity
✅enemies to lovers
🌶️No spice
Lots of fun references to pop culture.
Thank you to the author and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy for my honest review.
August 5, 2025
This was such a cute young adult romance book. This book had an interesting premise as it followed Mia, a film student producing a reality dating competition show. I loved following Mia and Noah in this story as well as the rest of the characters. The Cuffing Game had lots of sweet moments that had me smiling and rooting for the characters. I thoroughly enjoyed this one and recommend it if you’re looking for a cute reality show centered read.
Read this if you like:
📖 Dating reality shows
📖 Diverse characters
📖 LGBTQ reps
📖 Winter settings
Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for the gifted arc, I loved it.
Read this if you like:
📖 Dating reality shows
📖 Diverse characters
📖 LGBTQ reps
📖 Winter settings
Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for the gifted arc, I loved it.
May 11, 2025
The Cuffing Game was such an enjoyable read! The concept of a film school student creating a dating show for classwork and also to deal with her crush is such a unique idea that had such a fun execution. The relationships between the characters and the interactions they have had me giggling and kicking my feet. I love reading Lyla Lee books and this was no exception.
June 25, 2025
This was so cute! I loved the way the Pride and Prejudice influence was present in the plot and the characters, and the reality tv dating show element was super charming and also felt really realistic (which I think can be hard to pull off in YA).
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August 2, 2024A k-drama take on pride and prejudice, but if Elizabeth and Darcy were forced to work together on a love island-esque TV show? That too with a bisexual film student main character? Hmmm 👀👀👀👀
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November 9, 2025Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy
The Cuffing Game by Lyla Lee is a third person dual-POV NA contemporary romance remixing Pride and Prejudice. Mia is a freshman film student who hopes to make a dating show featuring contestants from her university. Noah is a social media star from South Korea who is in the same film class as Mia and gets on her last nerve while he feels invigorated by the challenge she gives him. When Mia’s roommate agrees to do Mia’s show and states that Noah is her crush, Mia nor Noah are prepared for what will happen when they’re in close proximity for a week on set.
I would put this in the New Adult age category rather than YA. While Mia is a freshman and about 18-19, her love interest Noah is a senior, meaning he’s about 22. This is a sweet romance so it doesn’t contain any spice and Mia and Noah are not shown to be interacting with drugs or alcohol or any other substances. It’s a college-age romance that is age appropriate for a younger YA reader.
Lyla Lee herself says that this is not so much a retelling of Pride and Prejudice so much as a remix and I agree. I can see the general inspiration with Mia and Noah’s relationship and there are a few tiny hints here and there that are borrowed from the story, such as Mia having four sisters and there’s a plot point later in the book that is fairly iconic to Pride and Prejudice that shows up. Beyond that, it is mostly its own thing and a young reader does not need to have read Pride and Prejudice before to appreciate it, though they might miss most of the subtle references.
The intersection of Queerness and Korean culture shows up as a recurring theme. Mia is Bisexual and has previously been in a relationship with a girl her age, something her parents openly disapproved of. Noah is straight himself but his brother is gay and had a difficult time living with their homophobic father. These are important themes to explore in romance genre as culture can and does impact whether or not someone is comfortable coming out of the closet, as we see with another character in the book.
I would recommend this to fans of Pride and Prejudice looking for a college romance
The Cuffing Game by Lyla Lee is a third person dual-POV NA contemporary romance remixing Pride and Prejudice. Mia is a freshman film student who hopes to make a dating show featuring contestants from her university. Noah is a social media star from South Korea who is in the same film class as Mia and gets on her last nerve while he feels invigorated by the challenge she gives him. When Mia’s roommate agrees to do Mia’s show and states that Noah is her crush, Mia nor Noah are prepared for what will happen when they’re in close proximity for a week on set.
I would put this in the New Adult age category rather than YA. While Mia is a freshman and about 18-19, her love interest Noah is a senior, meaning he’s about 22. This is a sweet romance so it doesn’t contain any spice and Mia and Noah are not shown to be interacting with drugs or alcohol or any other substances. It’s a college-age romance that is age appropriate for a younger YA reader.
Lyla Lee herself says that this is not so much a retelling of Pride and Prejudice so much as a remix and I agree. I can see the general inspiration with Mia and Noah’s relationship and there are a few tiny hints here and there that are borrowed from the story, such as Mia having four sisters and there’s a plot point later in the book that is fairly iconic to Pride and Prejudice that shows up. Beyond that, it is mostly its own thing and a young reader does not need to have read Pride and Prejudice before to appreciate it, though they might miss most of the subtle references.
The intersection of Queerness and Korean culture shows up as a recurring theme. Mia is Bisexual and has previously been in a relationship with a girl her age, something her parents openly disapproved of. Noah is straight himself but his brother is gay and had a difficult time living with their homophobic father. These are important themes to explore in romance genre as culture can and does impact whether or not someone is comfortable coming out of the closet, as we see with another character in the book.
I would recommend this to fans of Pride and Prejudice looking for a college romance
November 5, 2025
The Cuffing Game is a sweet YA romcom that will sweep you off your feet!
Mia Yoon is a freshman at her dream film school in LA. When she gets approval to produce her own dating show about secret crushes, she's over the moon with excitement. But when she realizes she will need to enlist the help of her own secret crush, Noah Jang, a boy she'd rather hate, things take an unexpected turn.
A senior film studies student, Noah is a campus celebrity and considered the most eligible bachelor on campus. Despite that, Noah hasn't been in a relationship his whole college career. But he's perfectly OK with that. Except that he can't help but feel drawn to Mia, the girl who constantly aggravates him in class every day. So when she asks him to be a contestant on his dating show, he can't say no. As Noah goes on more and more romantic dates on The Cuffing Game and Mia watches from behind the camera, something feels off. With the showrunner and contestant slowly falling for one another, can the show still go on?
I loved this book! Lyla Lee has created a sweet story that shows how vulnerability and emotions play into relationships. We also see the reality of what it's like being a college student juggling school responsibilities and relationships. Lee creates strong romantic tension and chemistry between Mia and Noah. Their back-and-forth banter provides some fun scenes between the two and helps add to the tension. In addition, the reader also falls in love with the side characters and their stories. You will find yourself rooting for the different "cuffles" as the story progresses. The winter setting for filming of The Cuffing Game adds to the overall charm of this book.
I also like that this book has Korean representation and addresses identity issues of being Korean-American in addition to what it's like to move from your home country to a new country.
Wonderful book!
Mia Yoon is a freshman at her dream film school in LA. When she gets approval to produce her own dating show about secret crushes, she's over the moon with excitement. But when she realizes she will need to enlist the help of her own secret crush, Noah Jang, a boy she'd rather hate, things take an unexpected turn.
A senior film studies student, Noah is a campus celebrity and considered the most eligible bachelor on campus. Despite that, Noah hasn't been in a relationship his whole college career. But he's perfectly OK with that. Except that he can't help but feel drawn to Mia, the girl who constantly aggravates him in class every day. So when she asks him to be a contestant on his dating show, he can't say no. As Noah goes on more and more romantic dates on The Cuffing Game and Mia watches from behind the camera, something feels off. With the showrunner and contestant slowly falling for one another, can the show still go on?
I loved this book! Lyla Lee has created a sweet story that shows how vulnerability and emotions play into relationships. We also see the reality of what it's like being a college student juggling school responsibilities and relationships. Lee creates strong romantic tension and chemistry between Mia and Noah. Their back-and-forth banter provides some fun scenes between the two and helps add to the tension. In addition, the reader also falls in love with the side characters and their stories. You will find yourself rooting for the different "cuffles" as the story progresses. The winter setting for filming of The Cuffing Game adds to the overall charm of this book.
I also like that this book has Korean representation and addresses identity issues of being Korean-American in addition to what it's like to move from your home country to a new country.
Wonderful book!
November 11, 2025
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The Cuffing Game by Lyla Lee
This book was such a fun and refreshing campus rom-com! Mia Yoon,a film student with her whole life perfectly planned, decides to shake things up by creating a reality dating show for her senior project. Enter Noah Jang — the school’s charming social media star — who agrees to be the show’s leading man. But as the cameras roll and the dates unfold, Mia finds herself catching feelings for the one person she definitely shouldn’t.
Lyla Lee brings all the K-drama energy with this one — it’s light, flirty, and full of heart. I loved the behind-the-scenes peek at the show’s production, the diverse cast, and how the story balances humor with moments of genuine emotion. The representation is fantastic, and both Mia and Noah are easy to root for.
The only thing that kept this from being a full five stars for me was wishing for just a little more emotional depth between the characters — I wanted a few slower, more heartfelt moments to linger in.
Overall, The Cuffing Game is an adorable, bingeable read that feels like watching your favorite comfort rom-com. A strong 4 stars from me — fun, flirty, and full of charm! 💕
The Cuffing Game by Lyla Lee
This book was such a fun and refreshing campus rom-com! Mia Yoon,a film student with her whole life perfectly planned, decides to shake things up by creating a reality dating show for her senior project. Enter Noah Jang — the school’s charming social media star — who agrees to be the show’s leading man. But as the cameras roll and the dates unfold, Mia finds herself catching feelings for the one person she definitely shouldn’t.
Lyla Lee brings all the K-drama energy with this one — it’s light, flirty, and full of heart. I loved the behind-the-scenes peek at the show’s production, the diverse cast, and how the story balances humor with moments of genuine emotion. The representation is fantastic, and both Mia and Noah are easy to root for.
The only thing that kept this from being a full five stars for me was wishing for just a little more emotional depth between the characters — I wanted a few slower, more heartfelt moments to linger in.
Overall, The Cuffing Game is an adorable, bingeable read that feels like watching your favorite comfort rom-com. A strong 4 stars from me — fun, flirty, and full of charm! 💕
November 11, 2025
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC of The Cuffing Game by Lyla Lee. I loved this! So cute, funny, and addictive. Mia creates a reality dating show at her school… and of course ends up putting her longtime crush, Noah, on it. Chaos, awkward moments, and sweet tension ensue. I couldn’t put it down. Lyla Lee is one of my favorite authors, and I love how she always sneaks in that K-pop/K-drama energy—romantic, dramatic, and just a little over-the-top in the best way. The show, the chemistry, the behind-the-scenes chaos… everything just works. Totally recommend if you want a fun, light, and heart-filled rom-com.
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