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It's in the Contract
Callie Carter is NOT running for Homecoming Queen. She just doesn’t have it in her after her boyfriend dumped her and broke her heart. But when her lifelong nemesis, Brielle, gets Callie’s best friend disqualified from the race, Callie’s done playing nice. She’s going to win that crown and finally prove her worth—to Brielle, to her perfectionist mom, and maybe even to herself.
The problem? Brielle’s got a ruthless streak and 200k Insta followers, many of whom attend their school. Callie’s campaign is doomed… unless she can totally switch things up.
Enter Zeke Harris—gamer, loner, and YouTube famous. With a massive subscriber base, Zeke could be Callie’s secret weapon. If Callie could persuade Zeke to help her win “nerd crowd” votes, that could change everything. But Zeke doesn’t do real-life friendships—until his parents threaten to cut him off from gaming unless he proves he can be social. Callie and Zeke strike a she gets his followers, he keeps his consoles. Strictly business.
Callie never meant to fall for Zeke, but there’s something irresistible about his quirky charm and the way he sees the real her. With him, she can breathe, drop the act, be herself. It’s terrifying… and kind of magical. But Callie must keep those feelings—and their contract—hidden. Hanging out with a nerd is one thing. Dating one? Absolutely not.
The problem? Brielle’s got a ruthless streak and 200k Insta followers, many of whom attend their school. Callie’s campaign is doomed… unless she can totally switch things up.
Enter Zeke Harris—gamer, loner, and YouTube famous. With a massive subscriber base, Zeke could be Callie’s secret weapon. If Callie could persuade Zeke to help her win “nerd crowd” votes, that could change everything. But Zeke doesn’t do real-life friendships—until his parents threaten to cut him off from gaming unless he proves he can be social. Callie and Zeke strike a she gets his followers, he keeps his consoles. Strictly business.
Callie never meant to fall for Zeke, but there’s something irresistible about his quirky charm and the way he sees the real her. With him, she can breathe, drop the act, be herself. It’s terrifying… and kind of magical. But Callie must keep those feelings—and their contract—hidden. Hanging out with a nerd is one thing. Dating one? Absolutely not.
- GenresYoung Adult
332 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 17, 2025
33 people want to read
About the author
Jessica Flory
4 books70 followersJessica Flory is an award-winning author of YA fantasy/romance. She has a bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology from BYU, Provo, and she uses that science background to dream up cool settings and magic systems. Jessica has been a proud member of the Hot Mess Writers Critique Group since 2013.
Jessica is a mom of three crazy boys and one girl. She is a fitness instructor and an avid baker. When she’s not writing, she can be found chasing her kids, making a mess in the kitchen, or reading with her husband. Connect with her at jessicaflory.com.
Jessica is a mom of three crazy boys and one girl. She is a fitness instructor and an avid baker. When she’s not writing, she can be found chasing her kids, making a mess in the kitchen, or reading with her husband. Connect with her at jessicaflory.com.
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October 7, 2025
4 Stars ✨
YA Contemporary Romance
🧁Clean - No Spice
🧁Tropes and Modern voice
🧁Baking
🧁Nerdy guy / Popular Girl
🧁Fake Friendship
🧁Secret Contract
🧁Influencers
🧁Homecoming Contest
Thank you to the Author Jessica Flory for this advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review!
Callie is a high school senior, dealing with an unexpected heartbreak. As she tries to rebuild her confidence, she sets her mind and energy towards winning Homecoming Queen. The only problem is, she needs help, since her ex’s new girlfriend is doing everything to ruin her chances.
Zeke is a book loving, YouTube personality- and also, the new guy at school. His parents are threatening to cut off his gaming if he doesn’t make friends “in real life.” Callie and Zeke come up with a plan for both of them to get what they want.
It’s in the Contract was a cute and fluffy read. Sometimes you just need a book that gives off good vibes and sweetness. It was full of common tropes and all the popular lingo YA kids are saying these days, making it relevant for the target YA audience. The writing was simple and engaging and the pace was consistent, never dragging. The characters were likable and grew as they learned valuable lessons. I enjoyed the outcome and the positive messages throughout of the book . My only complaint is at times, the characters lacked emotional depth making them feel a little flat. I would have liked to have seen more depth, especially from Zeke . I still had a fun and enjoyable time reading it and would definitely recommend!
YA Contemporary Romance
🧁Clean - No Spice
🧁Tropes and Modern voice
🧁Baking
🧁Nerdy guy / Popular Girl
🧁Fake Friendship
🧁Secret Contract
🧁Influencers
🧁Homecoming Contest
Thank you to the Author Jessica Flory for this advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review!
Callie is a high school senior, dealing with an unexpected heartbreak. As she tries to rebuild her confidence, she sets her mind and energy towards winning Homecoming Queen. The only problem is, she needs help, since her ex’s new girlfriend is doing everything to ruin her chances.
Zeke is a book loving, YouTube personality- and also, the new guy at school. His parents are threatening to cut off his gaming if he doesn’t make friends “in real life.” Callie and Zeke come up with a plan for both of them to get what they want.
It’s in the Contract was a cute and fluffy read. Sometimes you just need a book that gives off good vibes and sweetness. It was full of common tropes and all the popular lingo YA kids are saying these days, making it relevant for the target YA audience. The writing was simple and engaging and the pace was consistent, never dragging. The characters were likable and grew as they learned valuable lessons. I enjoyed the outcome and the positive messages throughout of the book . My only complaint is at times, the characters lacked emotional depth making them feel a little flat. I would have liked to have seen more depth, especially from Zeke . I still had a fun and enjoyable time reading it and would definitely recommend!
October 1, 2025
4.5 Stars.
🧁The vibes:
- fake friendship
- Seatle setting
- High school
- YA romcom
- Found family
- Nerdy boy x popular girl
- Closed door
🎮 My thoughts:
It’s senior year of high school and Callie is determined to prove her worth. She’s running for Homecoming Queen and is willing to do whatever it takes to win popular vote- even befriend the nerds of the school to get their votes. Enter Zeke- a loner and gamer who loves Dungeons and Dragons. When Callie proposes a deal that Zeke can’t refuse, they’ll struggle to find where the lines blur between what’s fake and what’s real?
🎮 I liked seeing Callie grow. She had such a good heart from the start but had to find her voice. Seeing her get to know Zeke and his family was so precious. She needed those bonds, and I felt like they cultivated growth in Callie.
🎮 And Zeke- he’s such a cutie with the softest heart. I loved to see his feelings grow for Callie despite his resistance, and the small glances and touching of hands between these two had me so giddy.
🎮 This is very high school and very YA. When I read YA books, a lot of times they don’t necessarily feel YA to me, which is nice for me as a grown adult, but not nice for the fact that they’re supposed to be written for teenagers. This book feels like it was written for teenagers. It was pretty wholesome too, which I appreciate for the target age.
🎮 Callie’s mom is literally the worst, and I was throwing hands anytime she came in a scene. We did get closure here, but it felt a tad rushed. I was also a little bit confused at the homecoming result and how that came to be, but I feel ok suspending belief for some of these moments because it’s YA. I feel like YA has a lot more room for a quick wrap up that’s tied with a bow.
🎮 All in all, I think this was a fantastic romance for teenagers looking for something wholesome and adorable. This whole book felt like such a love letter to Seattle, and I think it’s the perfect romcom for teens (which the YA romance category desperately needs).
Note- closed door.
Release date: October 17, 2025.
Thank you so much to Jessica Flory for the gifted copy.
🧁The vibes:
- fake friendship
- Seatle setting
- High school
- YA romcom
- Found family
- Nerdy boy x popular girl
- Closed door
🎮 My thoughts:
It’s senior year of high school and Callie is determined to prove her worth. She’s running for Homecoming Queen and is willing to do whatever it takes to win popular vote- even befriend the nerds of the school to get their votes. Enter Zeke- a loner and gamer who loves Dungeons and Dragons. When Callie proposes a deal that Zeke can’t refuse, they’ll struggle to find where the lines blur between what’s fake and what’s real?
🎮 I liked seeing Callie grow. She had such a good heart from the start but had to find her voice. Seeing her get to know Zeke and his family was so precious. She needed those bonds, and I felt like they cultivated growth in Callie.
🎮 And Zeke- he’s such a cutie with the softest heart. I loved to see his feelings grow for Callie despite his resistance, and the small glances and touching of hands between these two had me so giddy.
🎮 This is very high school and very YA. When I read YA books, a lot of times they don’t necessarily feel YA to me, which is nice for me as a grown adult, but not nice for the fact that they’re supposed to be written for teenagers. This book feels like it was written for teenagers. It was pretty wholesome too, which I appreciate for the target age.
🎮 Callie’s mom is literally the worst, and I was throwing hands anytime she came in a scene. We did get closure here, but it felt a tad rushed. I was also a little bit confused at the homecoming result and how that came to be, but I feel ok suspending belief for some of these moments because it’s YA. I feel like YA has a lot more room for a quick wrap up that’s tied with a bow.
🎮 All in all, I think this was a fantastic romance for teenagers looking for something wholesome and adorable. This whole book felt like such a love letter to Seattle, and I think it’s the perfect romcom for teens (which the YA romance category desperately needs).
Note- closed door.
Release date: October 17, 2025.
Thank you so much to Jessica Flory for the gifted copy.
October 17, 2025
Oh this had a whirlwind of emotions and it definitely took me back to high school. I have a bone to pick with Kellie’s mom because through about 90% of the book. She is such a tool bag and her parenting style is the type of parent that I personally do not want to be. But that being said Jessica gave her a satisfactory ending. That was both believable and hopeful. I love Callie and Zeke. I love the way. They just genuinely get to know each other and Callie obviously does not watch romcoms enough because if she did, she would know that any fake type of relationship always ends in the direction you were not expecting, always. I think my absolute favorite characters are Zeke because he is just the best embodiment of the absolute coolest nerd. And then his little sister Mia is like my inner child. I absolutely love what she names her guinea pig. And Zeke’s mom Caroline is who I strive to be as a mom. This is definitely a closed door, young adult, teen or tween high school age book. There was all the drama, all the emotions, all the stupid crap that gets pulled with the different cliques that come at that age. Highly recommend. A good read with all the right emotions.
October 5, 2025
What I loved about this book and know you will love this book too if: 1) You are a nerd and proud of it, 2) You love pugs, 3) You like baking and want to root for the cutest closet baker, 4) You want to see all sorts of relationships improve after open conversations, 5) You’ve ever wanted to explore Seattle but haven't been yet, 6) You think crazy preschoolers are funny, 7) You love spunky characters who stand up for the outcast high school kids (and have a soft spot for autistic teens who communicate through movie quotes), 8) You like to see the mean antagonist get their just desserts, 9) You’ve ever been motivated by what other people think, and 10) You’ve ever gone to high school. If you resonated with any of the above, great! Add this book to your list and read it on a perfect fall day.
This is a darling high school romance story with kisses only.
I was granted early access to the book so I could review it for future readers to know how it was liked.
This is a darling high school romance story with kisses only.
I was granted early access to the book so I could review it for future readers to know how it was liked.
October 13, 2025
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy from the Author. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
It's in the Contract by Jessica Flory shows Callie doing a lot of personal growth and finding herself.
Will Callie and Zeke's plan get away from them?
Callie
Callie Carter seems to have it all, especially with her dad being an actor. She has the money, is popular, a cheerleader, and has an active social media life. Except is that truly best for a seventeen-year-old girl? Not really. Callie is a sweet, smart girl who has to hide it while living with her mom's insecurities, and sometimes that is tough on a teenager. I like how we genuinely see the Callie that she wants to unhide, except for a few people who truly know her, but are too scared to, since it might hurt the Carter family image if she does. Callie does a lot of good in this novel. I think I would be friends with Callie, or at least try to be.
Zeke
Okay, the book is in Callie's perspective, but Zeke deserves his own spot. Zeke Harris is the second middle child in a family that moves around a lot for his dad's job. He knows that they are just going to end up moving again, and doesn't want to make friends if they aren't going to stay in contact with him. Zeke is a complex character. However, he mostly shows off the fact that he is a nerd and sits by himself at lunch all the time. Then, when someone gets to know him, they find out how sweet he is with his family. He is smart and a pretty awesome gamer on YouTube. Zeke will also stand up for anyone who truly needs it from a bully, as he doesn't tolerate that. If I were going to school with these two, I would probably end up sitting with Zeke at lunch and make friends with him.
The Romance
Callie and Zeke's romance happens slowly, and it was hinted at throughout the friendship that they started. I truly loved watching the friendship blossom into something more and how they both dealt with their feelings, at least from what we could gather from Callie's perspective. They are a great couple.
Five Stars
My rating for It's in the Contract by Jessica Flory is five stars. I truly recommend all of Ms. Flory's currently available books. I have reviewed all of her books. Ms. Flory is genuinely one of my favorite authors, and I am happy to read any of her books whenever I spot one.
Thank you for dropping by! I hope you enjoyed this review of It's in the Contract by Jessica Flory.
Until the next time,
Happy Reading!This review was originally posted on Baroness' Book Trove
It's in the Contract by Jessica Flory shows Callie doing a lot of personal growth and finding herself.
Will Callie and Zeke's plan get away from them?
Callie
Callie Carter seems to have it all, especially with her dad being an actor. She has the money, is popular, a cheerleader, and has an active social media life. Except is that truly best for a seventeen-year-old girl? Not really. Callie is a sweet, smart girl who has to hide it while living with her mom's insecurities, and sometimes that is tough on a teenager. I like how we genuinely see the Callie that she wants to unhide, except for a few people who truly know her, but are too scared to, since it might hurt the Carter family image if she does. Callie does a lot of good in this novel. I think I would be friends with Callie, or at least try to be.
Zeke
Okay, the book is in Callie's perspective, but Zeke deserves his own spot. Zeke Harris is the second middle child in a family that moves around a lot for his dad's job. He knows that they are just going to end up moving again, and doesn't want to make friends if they aren't going to stay in contact with him. Zeke is a complex character. However, he mostly shows off the fact that he is a nerd and sits by himself at lunch all the time. Then, when someone gets to know him, they find out how sweet he is with his family. He is smart and a pretty awesome gamer on YouTube. Zeke will also stand up for anyone who truly needs it from a bully, as he doesn't tolerate that. If I were going to school with these two, I would probably end up sitting with Zeke at lunch and make friends with him.
The Romance
Callie and Zeke's romance happens slowly, and it was hinted at throughout the friendship that they started. I truly loved watching the friendship blossom into something more and how they both dealt with their feelings, at least from what we could gather from Callie's perspective. They are a great couple.
Five Stars
My rating for It's in the Contract by Jessica Flory is five stars. I truly recommend all of Ms. Flory's currently available books. I have reviewed all of her books. Ms. Flory is genuinely one of my favorite authors, and I am happy to read any of her books whenever I spot one.
Thank you for dropping by! I hope you enjoyed this review of It's in the Contract by Jessica Flory.
Until the next time,
Happy Reading!This review was originally posted on Baroness' Book Trove
October 17, 2025
Wow! It’s In the Contact was SUCH a treat.
Our story follows Callie, the “popular girl in school” known for her famous movie star father, and Zeke, the handsome nerdy sweetheart. Zeke and Callie quickly strike up a deal that will solve both their issues: Callie’s efforts to win over the “nerdy” crowd and get their homecoming votes, and Zeke’s attempts to convince his parents that he’s making friends. Watching their story unravel was nothing short of wholesome and delightful.
This book was such a page-turner! I felt like a romcom was playing in my head the entire time I was reading it. If you’re in need of a fast-paced, adorable romance that feels like a warm hug, this is perfection! Not only this, but I absolutely loved the character development we see in Callie’s character by the end of the novel. I related so much to Callie in so many ways. It felt so nostalgic to read a book that takes place in high school during the football season. An absolutely amazing read for the fall season, especially in between other genres like fantasy and thrillers!
I’m so glad I FINALLY have a contemporary romance book that I feel like I can recommend to anyone, regardless of their age! Teens and even middle-schoolers will absolutely love this clean, no-spice romance novel. I recommend this to everyone!
Our story follows Callie, the “popular girl in school” known for her famous movie star father, and Zeke, the handsome nerdy sweetheart. Zeke and Callie quickly strike up a deal that will solve both their issues: Callie’s efforts to win over the “nerdy” crowd and get their homecoming votes, and Zeke’s attempts to convince his parents that he’s making friends. Watching their story unravel was nothing short of wholesome and delightful.
This book was such a page-turner! I felt like a romcom was playing in my head the entire time I was reading it. If you’re in need of a fast-paced, adorable romance that feels like a warm hug, this is perfection! Not only this, but I absolutely loved the character development we see in Callie’s character by the end of the novel. I related so much to Callie in so many ways. It felt so nostalgic to read a book that takes place in high school during the football season. An absolutely amazing read for the fall season, especially in between other genres like fantasy and thrillers!
I’m so glad I FINALLY have a contemporary romance book that I feel like I can recommend to anyone, regardless of their age! Teens and even middle-schoolers will absolutely love this clean, no-spice romance novel. I recommend this to everyone!
October 9, 2025
It's In the Contract is a charming contemporary YA novel! I for one found it be be quite a wonderful and interesting story. I will say as a thirty year old adult I try to avoid reading high school drama stories but this one changed my mind and I enjoyed it. One of the thibgs I enjoyed was that Callie managed to have some character development in the story.
Although like nost teenage stories it is not always picture perfect but thankfully everything ended on a good note. I will say if you are interested in stories that start as fake dating and then turning into a real relationship then this is one story you need to check out. As mentioned before I enjoyed this story very much!
Although like nost teenage stories it is not always picture perfect but thankfully everything ended on a good note. I will say if you are interested in stories that start as fake dating and then turning into a real relationship then this is one story you need to check out. As mentioned before I enjoyed this story very much!
October 17, 2025
This book is not from my usual genre, so I was not sure how I would like it. I was pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed it! It was a warm and cozy read with fall vibes. I was pulled into the story and caught myself thinking about the book often during the day when I wasn't reading. Those are all good reasons for me to rate this book well. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys contemporary romance and to any one else who wants a cozy, casual read.
October 17, 2025
Such a cute book! Zeke is an absolute doll, Callie's mom makes me want beat someone up, and I LOVED the premise. Who thinks up this kind of storyline?! Oh, that's right. Jessica Flory! She's a genius (as seen with her other books, too.)
Loved being able to be on the ARC team for this. Thanks for telling good, clean stories, Jess!!
Loved being able to be on the ARC team for this. Thanks for telling good, clean stories, Jess!!
October 16, 2025
I got to read this as an ARC and I really enjoy Jessica Flory's writing in everything I've read by her. This was her first strictly romance book and I liked it! it felt like a 3 star for a bit at the first but by the end it bumped itself up to a 4 star! very cute high school romance!
October 17, 2025
Loved the cute romance in this book! Definitely a welcome change of pace for me. You'll find yourself loving all the characters and laughing along with them.
Definitely recommend.
Definitely recommend.
October 13, 2025
This was such a cute and fun read! I loved the storyline and the development of the characters and relationships throughout the book. There were so many things about each character that felt so relatable, even as an adult reading YA. I would have especially loved this book as a high school student too!
October 17, 2025
This book made me both miss high school and not miss high school.
Oh to be young, but also glad I'm out of that drama!
The perspective of a teen who has a famous father and the added pressure of that was a cool one to think about. I do not envy that, for sure!
I loved the little family she found and felt part of. It felt so sweet!
A fun little read to make you feel young again!
Oh to be young, but also glad I'm out of that drama!
The perspective of a teen who has a famous father and the added pressure of that was a cool one to think about. I do not envy that, for sure!
I loved the little family she found and felt part of. It felt so sweet!
A fun little read to make you feel young again!
September 30, 2025
👸🏼🐉Book Vibes🐉👸🏼
👑Ya contemporary romance
🐉90’s & early 00’s Romcom nostalgia
👑Daughter of a famous movie star & Nerdy guy
🐉Fake friendship contract
👑Homecoming Queen competition
🐉Slow burn romance
👑He takes care of her
👸🏼🐉Favorite Quote🐉👸🏼
“You’re being quiet.” Zeke sounds breathless.
“I’m just enjoying…this.” Wow. I am such a dork. And I am so crazy for you.
Zeke’s hand squeezes mine. Our fingers fit together perfectly. “Me too.”
When the movie’s over, Zeke lets go of my hand slowly. I miss his warmth, and I want to take his hand back. I want us to be a thing. I want it so badly that I ache.
My stomach bubbles with the joy of baking, and for a while I forget about everything—the pressure to win, the need to stay on top, the humiliation that will come if I fail.
I’m just a girl in the kitchen with my best friend, baking and laughing and tossing failed bits of cookie into each other’s mouths.
“I didn’t stand a chance. I’ve fallen for you so hard, Callie.”
“What I wanted…what I needed…it was you. It was always you.”
“I’ve never felt this way about anyone, Callie. I couldn’t not go to you. I couldn’t not be with you. Even if friends was all you wanted, I wanted that, too.”
The kiss is slow and sweet and tender and…everything. It’s a protective kiss, a promising kiss, a kiss that screams, you are my only. You are my forever.
It’s the best kiss of my life.
👸🏼🐉My Thoughts🐉👸🏼
👑This book from Jessica Flory is so different from her last books she wrote, which was a ya romantasy duology. I was so excited to see how she would tackle and write a ya romcom or a contemporary romance book and she did a phenomenal job! This is so sweet and adorable but it also packs some real issues in there that had me tearing up.
🐉This brought me back to all my favorite teenage romcom movies I loved watching growing up like 10 Things I Hate About You, Clueless, and Mean Girls. The nostalgia factor was there throughout the whole book.
👑The scene where Callie, Zeke, and Suzy are watching a movie had me doing one of those girly giggles! It reminded me of when you are a teen watching a movie with a boy you start to like and your analyzing all the moves like is he sitting closer and his hand is on his leg is he trying to get close to me to hold hands. This book has me feeling and remembering all those teenage feelings I had in school like the pressure to fit it but wanting to include everyone but scared what people will think. Falling for a guy you didn’t expect because he didn’t fit into the status quo and was little bit geeky or nerdy.
🐉I absolute had the best time reading this book. It’s perfect for pre-teens and teenagers and I would highly recommend it as a clean read for teens or anyone especially if you loved those teenage romcoms growing up!!
👸🏼🐉Content🐉👸🏼
This is a clean no spice ya book. Triggers for bulling in school, a mom who dictates how much her daughter can eat and makes her exercise so she doesn’t get fat.
👑Thank you Jessica Flory for providing me an e-arc to read and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
👑Ya contemporary romance
🐉90’s & early 00’s Romcom nostalgia
👑Daughter of a famous movie star & Nerdy guy
🐉Fake friendship contract
👑Homecoming Queen competition
🐉Slow burn romance
👑He takes care of her
👸🏼🐉Favorite Quote🐉👸🏼
“You’re being quiet.” Zeke sounds breathless.
“I’m just enjoying…this.” Wow. I am such a dork. And I am so crazy for you.
Zeke’s hand squeezes mine. Our fingers fit together perfectly. “Me too.”
When the movie’s over, Zeke lets go of my hand slowly. I miss his warmth, and I want to take his hand back. I want us to be a thing. I want it so badly that I ache.
My stomach bubbles with the joy of baking, and for a while I forget about everything—the pressure to win, the need to stay on top, the humiliation that will come if I fail.
I’m just a girl in the kitchen with my best friend, baking and laughing and tossing failed bits of cookie into each other’s mouths.
“I didn’t stand a chance. I’ve fallen for you so hard, Callie.”
“What I wanted…what I needed…it was you. It was always you.”
“I’ve never felt this way about anyone, Callie. I couldn’t not go to you. I couldn’t not be with you. Even if friends was all you wanted, I wanted that, too.”
The kiss is slow and sweet and tender and…everything. It’s a protective kiss, a promising kiss, a kiss that screams, you are my only. You are my forever.
It’s the best kiss of my life.
👸🏼🐉My Thoughts🐉👸🏼
👑This book from Jessica Flory is so different from her last books she wrote, which was a ya romantasy duology. I was so excited to see how she would tackle and write a ya romcom or a contemporary romance book and she did a phenomenal job! This is so sweet and adorable but it also packs some real issues in there that had me tearing up.
🐉This brought me back to all my favorite teenage romcom movies I loved watching growing up like 10 Things I Hate About You, Clueless, and Mean Girls. The nostalgia factor was there throughout the whole book.
👑The scene where Callie, Zeke, and Suzy are watching a movie had me doing one of those girly giggles! It reminded me of when you are a teen watching a movie with a boy you start to like and your analyzing all the moves like is he sitting closer and his hand is on his leg is he trying to get close to me to hold hands. This book has me feeling and remembering all those teenage feelings I had in school like the pressure to fit it but wanting to include everyone but scared what people will think. Falling for a guy you didn’t expect because he didn’t fit into the status quo and was little bit geeky or nerdy.
🐉I absolute had the best time reading this book. It’s perfect for pre-teens and teenagers and I would highly recommend it as a clean read for teens or anyone especially if you loved those teenage romcoms growing up!!
👸🏼🐉Content🐉👸🏼
This is a clean no spice ya book. Triggers for bulling in school, a mom who dictates how much her daughter can eat and makes her exercise so she doesn’t get fat.
👑Thank you Jessica Flory for providing me an e-arc to read and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
October 17, 2025
After losing her boyfriend to a plus-size beauty queen, Callie Carter goes all out in her bid to snatch the homecoming crown from her new nemesis, aided by her social media savvy best friend. The pressure’s on, not only for Callie to maintain her status with the popular crowd, but to please her fitness-frenzied mom and avoid bringing disgrace on her movie star dad.
Enter Zeke Harris, a fantasy-loving gamer with a huge YouTube following who might be able to score Callie some votes from the nerd population. The catch? It’s all in the contract drawn up between them. Among the many points agreed upon—their friendship is fake and falling for each other is not an option!
IT’S IN THE CONTRACT is a delightful YA contemporary romance—well-written with an engaging storyline that rises in ever-increasing stakes. Callie's desperation to keep her social status is relatable. And Zeke is adorably sweet, nerdy, and real.
Add some mouth-watering baking projects, a heart-stealing little sister, an authentic Seattle setting, and a romance that’s NOT in the contract, and you’ve got a recipe for love, sisterhood, and coming of age!
Enter Zeke Harris, a fantasy-loving gamer with a huge YouTube following who might be able to score Callie some votes from the nerd population. The catch? It’s all in the contract drawn up between them. Among the many points agreed upon—their friendship is fake and falling for each other is not an option!
IT’S IN THE CONTRACT is a delightful YA contemporary romance—well-written with an engaging storyline that rises in ever-increasing stakes. Callie's desperation to keep her social status is relatable. And Zeke is adorably sweet, nerdy, and real.
Add some mouth-watering baking projects, a heart-stealing little sister, an authentic Seattle setting, and a romance that’s NOT in the contract, and you’ve got a recipe for love, sisterhood, and coming of age!
September 29, 2025
I LOVED this book so much! I couldn't put it down.
-The storyline was so immersive, I had to force myself to stop reading if I wanted to get anything done. I was hooked in the first chapter.
-The characters were written so well, they felt real. I loved the main characters and hated the antagonist, in a good way. I was ready to punch her for Callie.
-I love how each character has an amazing character arc. Some of them even surprised me at the end.
-Above all else, the message this book sends is enough to read it. Be who you were made to be, not the person everyone expects you to be.
-This book made me smile, laugh, and relate to the characters on so many levels.
-If you love sweet, no-spice contemporary romances with a relatable message and characters who come to life on the page, this is the book for you.
-Do not hesitate to grab your copy.
I want to thank the author, Jessica Flory, for having me on her ARC team. I know this wasn't your usual genre, but you hit it out of the ballpark. I love, love, loved it!
-The storyline was so immersive, I had to force myself to stop reading if I wanted to get anything done. I was hooked in the first chapter.
-The characters were written so well, they felt real. I loved the main characters and hated the antagonist, in a good way. I was ready to punch her for Callie.
-I love how each character has an amazing character arc. Some of them even surprised me at the end.
-Above all else, the message this book sends is enough to read it. Be who you were made to be, not the person everyone expects you to be.
-This book made me smile, laugh, and relate to the characters on so many levels.
-If you love sweet, no-spice contemporary romances with a relatable message and characters who come to life on the page, this is the book for you.
-Do not hesitate to grab your copy.
I want to thank the author, Jessica Flory, for having me on her ARC team. I know this wasn't your usual genre, but you hit it out of the ballpark. I love, love, loved it!
October 17, 2025
This takes me right back to high school-navigating friendships and relationships, dealing with insecurities, hoping for a better future, trying to survive the pressure, and keeping up with all the school work. Ah the memories!
The relationships were really dynamic and the characters had some good motivations. This was a super cute and heartwarming story.
I really appreciated how all the plot threads were resolved at the end. There’s nothing worse than being left with questions. The only question I have is when can I get another book from Jessica?!
No Spice (Kissing is as far as it goes)
No Explicit Language
No Violence/Gore
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I really liked it. It was cute and fun. Would read again and recommend!
The relationships were really dynamic and the characters had some good motivations. This was a super cute and heartwarming story.
I really appreciated how all the plot threads were resolved at the end. There’s nothing worse than being left with questions. The only question I have is when can I get another book from Jessica?!
No Spice (Kissing is as far as it goes)
No Explicit Language
No Violence/Gore
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I really liked it. It was cute and fun. Would read again and recommend!
October 18, 2025
Incredible!
I was hesitant about picking this up at first because I normally don't like contemporary novels, but I couldn't say no to a nerdy, video game loving MMC. It was so nice to have a fresh take on a cheerleader/popular girl. Callie is a kind person, with real flaws, and so different than your average teenage popular girl.
Zeke resembles my own partner a lot so I was giggling over him all the time because I love a nerdy guy and Jessica Flory wrote him perfectly.
While I do wish that the chapters were a bit more similar in length - I found they were either super long or super short, it broke my reading - the story and the writing made up for it.
It was a very sweet story, and beautifully written. I look forward to reading more of Flory's work.
I was hesitant about picking this up at first because I normally don't like contemporary novels, but I couldn't say no to a nerdy, video game loving MMC. It was so nice to have a fresh take on a cheerleader/popular girl. Callie is a kind person, with real flaws, and so different than your average teenage popular girl.
Zeke resembles my own partner a lot so I was giggling over him all the time because I love a nerdy guy and Jessica Flory wrote him perfectly.
While I do wish that the chapters were a bit more similar in length - I found they were either super long or super short, it broke my reading - the story and the writing made up for it.
It was a very sweet story, and beautifully written. I look forward to reading more of Flory's work.
October 7, 2025
WOW! What an incredible story about teenage high school angst. Once I started reading this book I couldn't put it down. Jessica Flory tells a very compelling story about the image that many high schoolers feel they have to show the world instead of being their true selves. The pressures put on them by parents and peers alike. Callie and Zeke's story is warm and sad and heart wrenching. The world that Jessica built is beautiful and true. I love this story and I highly recommend reading it!
October 17, 2025
Usually romantic comedy is not my genre, so I was going into this book not sure I would like it. But I was pleasantly surprised. It brought lots of those cute squealy romantic feelings without the cringe that so many other romantic books have. One of the characters is a nerd, which also resonated with me. It's a classic story of how opposites attract and finding oneself despite everyone else's expectations. I recommend.
September 29, 2025
So fun and tropey! Think Dungeons and Drama but with the question of becoming prom queen hanging over the romance. Callie and Zeke are so cute together, and I love all the geeky things Zeke is into. Zeke's little sister is the cutest, too. This is a great beach read with deeper themes about self-worth, comparison, and being true to yourself. Highly recommend!
October 3, 2025
Such a heart-warming and cozy read, perfect for conjuring up those fall vibes (even when it's 90 outside still haha). My favorite thing about Callie is that she is super relatable, and my favorite thing about Zeke is EVERYTHING. If you love cozy, baking, rain-on-your-window vibes, this book delivers in spades.
October 17, 2025
LOVE this book! The characters are fun and the relationships are complex. This book had me literally laughing out loud at times (Mia is hilarious and she's not the only one) and feeling all the feels throughout. What a journey of ups and downs - it is not all sunshine and roses for the main characters. I mean, they are living in Seattle. Really though, it's a wonderful read.
October 18, 2025
This is a fluffy YA romance. It has a fake friendship trope which I have never read before.
The characters face typical high school issues and try and solve them in their own unique way.
Overall, a quick read for those who enjoy YA romances.
I received an advanced copy of this book from the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The characters face typical high school issues and try and solve them in their own unique way.
Overall, a quick read for those who enjoy YA romances.
I received an advanced copy of this book from the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
October 8, 2025
This was a fantastic book. I loved the romance between two ‘fake’ friends that wasn’t really fake. This book was well written and I enjoyed it from start to finish. I was sad to have it end. I highly recommend this book if you like clean romance.
October 8, 2025
I was an ARC reader for this book and it was so cute! The baking made me hungry. The social media pressures made me very glad that Instagram didn't exist when I was in high school. I loved Callie's growth throughout the story. Clean teen romance, which is hard to find these days. No notes.
October 17, 2025
This was an enjoyable read and a great alternative to To All the Boys I Loved Before. If you're looking for fake friendship then this might be for you. There were some parts in the book that made this feel upper YA. The message was about not caring what other people think.
October 17, 2025
Adorable love story. It’s a cute, fast read, but it does tackle the heavier issues of social pressure, social media, and perfectionism in a high school setting. A definite read for teens! It’s still cute even if you don’t understand the slang.
September 29, 2025
Super fun read of navigating life with a clean romance. An engaging book, I was sad to have it end.
October 17, 2025
A stunning tale about being yourself, despite all the pressures to conform to someone’s else’s ideals.
I’ll admit I started the story off unsure about Callie’s character. However by the time the ending came around I was so proud of the girl for the things she did and how she stepped up for those around her. No spoilers but someone does say “that’s the problem with you Callie. You’re too nice” as if being too nice is an actual problem.
And Zeke. Such a sweet gentleman, and I absolutely adore the contrast between him being so self assured (even while battling his fears) while Callie had so many doubts.
The storyline is very bingeable and I finished it in several sittings, Jessica does an amazing job immersing the reader into the story with vivid descriptions.
I don’t often read stories about high schoolers, but I do think this one was done very nicely. Yeah, there’s petty drama and all sorts of things that you would expect from teenagers, but there’s also a lot of characters that are truly good people and care for those around them.
Def recommend to anyone who likes rom com style books, character arcs about accepting yourself, and an immersive Seattle experience.
I’ll admit I started the story off unsure about Callie’s character. However by the time the ending came around I was so proud of the girl for the things she did and how she stepped up for those around her. No spoilers but someone does say “that’s the problem with you Callie. You’re too nice” as if being too nice is an actual problem.
And Zeke. Such a sweet gentleman, and I absolutely adore the contrast between him being so self assured (even while battling his fears) while Callie had so many doubts.
The storyline is very bingeable and I finished it in several sittings, Jessica does an amazing job immersing the reader into the story with vivid descriptions.
I don’t often read stories about high schoolers, but I do think this one was done very nicely. Yeah, there’s petty drama and all sorts of things that you would expect from teenagers, but there’s also a lot of characters that are truly good people and care for those around them.
Def recommend to anyone who likes rom com style books, character arcs about accepting yourself, and an immersive Seattle experience.
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