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The Perfect Spiral: Part 1 of the Galatea Stories Viral Sports Romance Hit
A Galatea Stories original, The Perfect Spiral is a binge-worthy sports romance packed with the tropes readers can’t stop searching brother’s best friend tension, celebrity NFL drama, slow-burn enemies-to-lovers, and fiercely protective family chaos. A BookTok romance fan favorite, it’s addictive, steamy, and full of twists—where one secret can blow everything up.
Alex Thompson is working on her third master's degree, she has three very protective older brothers, and she's never thought of herself as the "hot friend." Oh yeah, and her brother's best friend is Knox Carter, an NFL quarterback and the Sexiest Man Alive. She and Knox have always hated each other, but has that conflict been hiding deeper feelings?
Alex Thompson is working on her third master's degree, she has three very protective older brothers, and she's never thought of herself as the "hot friend." Oh yeah, and her brother's best friend is Knox Carter, an NFL quarterback and the Sexiest Man Alive. She and Knox have always hated each other, but has that conflict been hiding deeper feelings?
331 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 18, 2025
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December 27, 2025
thumbs down
This book has potential, but sadly it fell flat. The author has yet to give a visual description of the main character, Alex. Made it through the entire book and couldn’t tell you anything physical about her other than she is 5’ 1” and use to have some weight on her, but now has toned legs and a nice butt from surfing. Other than that zero description of her, yet every male in the book gets a detailed Adonis description. Her age in relation to her brothers and other characters isn’t revealed until the first chapter (freebie at the end of this book) when she trauma dumps on a stranger. We literally discover more about the main character in that one chapter than all of book one. Alex is suppose to be a genius working on her third masters degree, but isn’t smart enough to put together that a guy likes her. The cat and mouse game is inevitable in books like this, however you expect it to end with the conclusion of a relationship. Instead the author drug it out the ENTIRE book and it has a sequel where I guess they finally get together. However, Alex seems to hookup with every one of her brother’s friends and strangers along the way, but wants to constantly point out that her love interest is a man whore. It’s just comically bad. Then 3/4 of the way through the book we discover a major trauma for Alex that seems so over the top to introduce 3/4 of the way through, that it makes no sense other than to try and give her character depth. Again, falls flat. In conclusion, this book had potential for a predictable yet sappy love story, but fell short.
This book has potential, but sadly it fell flat. The author has yet to give a visual description of the main character, Alex. Made it through the entire book and couldn’t tell you anything physical about her other than she is 5’ 1” and use to have some weight on her, but now has toned legs and a nice butt from surfing. Other than that zero description of her, yet every male in the book gets a detailed Adonis description. Her age in relation to her brothers and other characters isn’t revealed until the first chapter (freebie at the end of this book) when she trauma dumps on a stranger. We literally discover more about the main character in that one chapter than all of book one. Alex is suppose to be a genius working on her third masters degree, but isn’t smart enough to put together that a guy likes her. The cat and mouse game is inevitable in books like this, however you expect it to end with the conclusion of a relationship. Instead the author drug it out the ENTIRE book and it has a sequel where I guess they finally get together. However, Alex seems to hookup with every one of her brother’s friends and strangers along the way, but wants to constantly point out that her love interest is a man whore. It’s just comically bad. Then 3/4 of the way through the book we discover a major trauma for Alex that seems so over the top to introduce 3/4 of the way through, that it makes no sense other than to try and give her character depth. Again, falls flat. In conclusion, this book had potential for a predictable yet sappy love story, but fell short.
January 4, 2026
As other reviews have said, this book has serious potential but is a bit repetitive and frustrating at times. It kept me invested though which is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 3. I enjoyed the banter and obvious love between the characters and their families and related to the main female character in a few different ways as far as her inner monologue and insecurities go.
This story will make you mad. I did not like that there was cheating (without spoilers, everything is not as it seems) and constant ploys to make the other jealous.
Also, the older brothers being so protective of their sister, is that normal? I don’t have older brothers but it seemed a bit excessive to me. I can see being weary and looking out for your sibling and even letting the guys know but It was definitely over the top in this book. Kyle was down right violent towards anyone who looked at Alex with any amount of interest and I would be worried too that guys would be afraid to talk to me. He even got mad at Alex for who she talked to and how she chose to dress at times which I found annoying.
Knox being so hot and cold and not very forthcoming with his true feelings was not good for Alex and her insecurities. He has her convinced he hates her for most of the book but then scares away anyone else who shows any interest which doesn’t seem fair to her. If I were Alex I would think he was a jerk too.
Besides that, I did end up having a soft spot for Knox and it does end in a happy way with everything pretty much resolved and explained. If you like slow burn, enemies to lovers, and/or brothers best friend trope(s) you will probably like this one. And the characters are actually adults. I am 36 and new to sports romances and have found it hard to find them with characters 21+ years of age.
This story will make you mad. I did not like that there was cheating (without spoilers, everything is not as it seems) and constant ploys to make the other jealous.
Also, the older brothers being so protective of their sister, is that normal? I don’t have older brothers but it seemed a bit excessive to me. I can see being weary and looking out for your sibling and even letting the guys know but It was definitely over the top in this book. Kyle was down right violent towards anyone who looked at Alex with any amount of interest and I would be worried too that guys would be afraid to talk to me. He even got mad at Alex for who she talked to and how she chose to dress at times which I found annoying.
Knox being so hot and cold and not very forthcoming with his true feelings was not good for Alex and her insecurities. He has her convinced he hates her for most of the book but then scares away anyone else who shows any interest which doesn’t seem fair to her. If I were Alex I would think he was a jerk too.
Besides that, I did end up having a soft spot for Knox and it does end in a happy way with everything pretty much resolved and explained. If you like slow burn, enemies to lovers, and/or brothers best friend trope(s) you will probably like this one. And the characters are actually adults. I am 36 and new to sports romances and have found it hard to find them with characters 21+ years of age.
December 30, 2025
if i hear the words “baby doll” again after reading this bs i think ill jump of a cliff also the pick me character “im not like other girls” i had to stop reading after that line.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 21, 2026
This book has been making me so angry. The lack of editing, lack of sex ed, and the constant pick me girl inner dialogue has been so frustrating. The judgement of women packed into this little book is stunning. And this was written by a woman? Why do you hate women Ashley Constantine?
More details on criticism:
Lack of editing - some sentences made no sense, not always clear who is talking or who she/he refers to. Sloppy.
Lack of sex ed - can we stop with the myth that a woman stays "tight" because she doesn't have a lot of sex? Educate yourself before spreading this misogynistic bullsh*t.
Pick-me girl FMC - constantly putting down other women. Other than her and her friends, all the other women are shallow and mean and gold diggers. Just throwing themselves at the men. Judge much?
More details on criticism:
Lack of editing - some sentences made no sense, not always clear who is talking or who she/he refers to. Sloppy.
Lack of sex ed - can we stop with the myth that a woman stays "tight" because she doesn't have a lot of sex? Educate yourself before spreading this misogynistic bullsh*t.
Pick-me girl FMC - constantly putting down other women. Other than her and her friends, all the other women are shallow and mean and gold diggers. Just throwing themselves at the men. Judge much?
February 23, 2026
This was painful to read and my guess is AI generated.
February 26, 2026
The worst book save your money
I feel dumber after reading it
I feel dumber after reading it
April 27, 2026
J'ai toute aimé, même ce que j'haïssais, je m'en remets pas.
May 20, 2026
How anyone can rate this as anything more than 1 star I have no idea.
105 chapters of comically bad characters…. The writing is ok, but oh god the characters just killed me.
Our heroine is Alex- be clear she is NOT like other girls. She has 3 masters degrees, surfs for fun, did a surfing commercial even, attends UCLA and EVERY guy she meets hits on her. Why?? Alex doesn’t know, she’s so damn confused why anyone would hit on her, she’s not the hot one, is she??
Wes, we get a nice intro to him but he comes and goes so much I forget he’s in the story. Suuuper hot.
Knox- GQ cover model, NFL Super Bowl star, casual birkin shopper. Suuuuper hot.
Dylan, Tyler, Caleb, Marcus, James etc etc etc rich, NFL or famous or just Suuuuper hot.
To be honest Drew was my favourite character. He had some (bad) depth at least.
Oh and other girls are skanky hoes. All of them. They all ARE like other girls, not like Alex.
There are loads of other characters, some of which you think you should have been introduced to properly, but they just appear. Then vanish….then reappear a few chapters later, sometimes with an appearance change.
I dont know if the author was trying to kind of write a love against all odds story (the odds being literal ques of suuuuper hot guys lusting after Alex) but it reads more like a narcissistic version of Gossip Girl with a single, flatly dimensioned lead.
105 chapters of comically bad characters…. The writing is ok, but oh god the characters just killed me.
Our heroine is Alex- be clear she is NOT like other girls. She has 3 masters degrees, surfs for fun, did a surfing commercial even, attends UCLA and EVERY guy she meets hits on her. Why?? Alex doesn’t know, she’s so damn confused why anyone would hit on her, she’s not the hot one, is she??
Wes, we get a nice intro to him but he comes and goes so much I forget he’s in the story. Suuuper hot.
Knox- GQ cover model, NFL Super Bowl star, casual birkin shopper. Suuuuper hot.
Dylan, Tyler, Caleb, Marcus, James etc etc etc rich, NFL or famous or just Suuuuper hot.
To be honest Drew was my favourite character. He had some (bad) depth at least.
Oh and other girls are skanky hoes. All of them. They all ARE like other girls, not like Alex.
There are loads of other characters, some of which you think you should have been introduced to properly, but they just appear. Then vanish….then reappear a few chapters later, sometimes with an appearance change.
I dont know if the author was trying to kind of write a love against all odds story (the odds being literal ques of suuuuper hot guys lusting after Alex) but it reads more like a narcissistic version of Gossip Girl with a single, flatly dimensioned lead.
May 28, 2026
3.5 ⭐️
The Perfect Spiral by Ashley Constine was such an addictive read that I literally paid for a subscription just to finish it. It definitely gave Wattpad energy which is not necessarily a bad thing, just not the strongest writing. I love the best friend’s brother trope, so I was immediately hooked, even if the plot felt repetitive at times. The ending left me a little disappointed after all the buildup, but I can’t deny I was fully invested the whole way through. Overall, The Perfect Spiral is far from perfect, but it sure is undeniably fun.
The Perfect Spiral by Ashley Constine was such an addictive read that I literally paid for a subscription just to finish it. It definitely gave Wattpad energy which is not necessarily a bad thing, just not the strongest writing. I love the best friend’s brother trope, so I was immediately hooked, even if the plot felt repetitive at times. The ending left me a little disappointed after all the buildup, but I can’t deny I was fully invested the whole way through. Overall, The Perfect Spiral is far from perfect, but it sure is undeniably fun.
June 21, 2026
Hate to admit but the short part I saw of this story on Facebook hooked me. Decided to read it.
It is either written by AI or a young author who needs support before publishing more books.
Reads like a story written by a middle or high schooler. So many characters added without telling you who they are. Trauma comes up out of nowhere. A lot of dialogue reads like text messages, responding to everything someone says instead of a fluid conversation.
Sex scene between her friend and her brother which is annoyingly written. We don’t need to hear every step of the situation.
I want to punch the FMC if she calls him a womanizer one more time. She’s just rude.
There is no climax or resolution either. Just the same thing over and over.
If this is really written by a person, I would look into ARC readers or other people to edit your writing before publishing. But more likely than not this is AI written.
It is either written by AI or a young author who needs support before publishing more books.
Reads like a story written by a middle or high schooler. So many characters added without telling you who they are. Trauma comes up out of nowhere. A lot of dialogue reads like text messages, responding to everything someone says instead of a fluid conversation.
Sex scene between her friend and her brother which is annoyingly written. We don’t need to hear every step of the situation.
I want to punch the FMC if she calls him a womanizer one more time. She’s just rude.
There is no climax or resolution either. Just the same thing over and over.
If this is really written by a person, I would look into ARC readers or other people to edit your writing before publishing. But more likely than not this is AI written.
June 27, 2026
SO BORING. I was really dragging myself to finish it. The writing felt very surface level. The scenes were jumpy and felt random, it didn’t flow. Sometimes there were details that didn’t add anything to the plot. Felt like the author was pushing the fmc to be so oblivious. Like “is Knox mad at Wes because of me?” OBVIOUSLY. A lot of the writing felt repetitive, the same thing over and over again. Such as “I collide with a hard chest” - I read that same line so many times. Giving it two stars because someone might like this type of read out there, but it’s just not my style.
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Some parts didn’t make sense to me. Why didn’t Knox just reach out to his lawyers about Alex’s released photos in the first place? Knox kept saying he didn’t cheat on Alex but I’m pretty sure having sex with Lauren is cheating. The ending felt wack, “Alex Carter”?
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Some parts didn’t make sense to me. Why didn’t Knox just reach out to his lawyers about Alex’s released photos in the first place? Knox kept saying he didn’t cheat on Alex but I’m pretty sure having sex with Lauren is cheating. The ending felt wack, “Alex Carter”?
March 16, 2026
Spoilers ahead
I loved the story plot of the book but hated that the MMC had to bang the other chick everyday in the room across the hall because of blackmail? That was so stupid and could have easily been avoided. Not to mention then Alex forgives him the next day and sleeps with him? Ummm no. But the overall story if you take this part out is good.
I also wish there was a line in there at the wedding where Wes and Knox are talking about the Bach Party with Alex trying to make each other look bad, I wish she had said something about getting her strippers number (or some cheeky line about what happened the night before even if it was just kissing) and then just walked away like a mic drop. If we are going to have petty dialog lets have at it.
I loved the story plot of the book but hated that the MMC had to bang the other chick everyday in the room across the hall because of blackmail? That was so stupid and could have easily been avoided. Not to mention then Alex forgives him the next day and sleeps with him? Ummm no. But the overall story if you take this part out is good.
I also wish there was a line in there at the wedding where Wes and Knox are talking about the Bach Party with Alex trying to make each other look bad, I wish she had said something about getting her strippers number (or some cheeky line about what happened the night before even if it was just kissing) and then just walked away like a mic drop. If we are going to have petty dialog lets have at it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 26, 2025
The story itself was great really enjoyed the characters and the story of Knox and Alex. At times the will they won't they gets a bit repetitive. Gutted to not have found out the ending or how there journey ends.
The reason for the stars is solely because I paid for what I thought was a whole book which turns out to be only part of the story. A lot of it kept separate due to being a part of some subscription service. so don't waste time buying it as it's not a complete story.
The reason for the stars is solely because I paid for what I thought was a whole book which turns out to be only part of the story. A lot of it kept separate due to being a part of some subscription service. so don't waste time buying it as it's not a complete story.
January 1, 2026
Wasted potential
1. The dialogue reads like a string of text messages in a group chat.
2. It's set in America, but fails to use American terms (jumper instead of sweater, footballer instead of football player, etc).
3. Individual parts of the storyline could be great, but it seems like the rewrites and the original were just layered in, no real cleanup.
4. Alex is a mess character-wise, which could work, but the disjointed writing is preventing it.
1. The dialogue reads like a string of text messages in a group chat.
2. It's set in America, but fails to use American terms (jumper instead of sweater, footballer instead of football player, etc).
3. Individual parts of the storyline could be great, but it seems like the rewrites and the original were just layered in, no real cleanup.
4. Alex is a mess character-wise, which could work, but the disjointed writing is preventing it.
January 24, 2026
I did enjoy reading this book, but it's something I probably would not revisit as much as the other books I read. There was really nothing that made the book "it" for me (and this is coming from a mainly fantasy reader, used to high-stakes). I felt like I was just reading about a drama. Things were repetitive, and descriptions of emotions and situations were used repeatedly. So, there were parts where it lost its punch. But I was pretty satisfied with the ending :)
January 30, 2026
This book started out so good! But just fell so flat! 9/10s of the book was the “will they, won’t they” game, but then it just abruptly ends in the middle of a date. Just left feeling very unsatisfied, wanted more of a real outcome. There’s so much potential for the story to continue, so I was disappointed. I liked the characters, even though it seems unlikely that so many people ages 23-28ish would be able to have an entire summer off, I guess rich people don’t have to work?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 11, 2026
The story line overall was amazing. Lots of twists that tie the beginning to the end- but in the middle- some of the “thoughts” were long winded and could totally be shortened. The book could have been 10 chapters shorter and still got the same feelings. I really liked how the story did not end right as they finally became a couple. There was 6 more chapters and really helped the story conclude without a bunch of questions lingering.
Would love more on this couple in novellas!
Would love more on this couple in novellas!
February 20, 2026
I really enjoyed this book!!
It left me on the edge of my seat every single chapter. I do wish that the author described all of the characters better, especially Alex. I also wish she left out the parts of Alex’s Dad, it was little too much for me. I read the 1st half of the book on Kindle & the other half on Galatea, which was kind of annoying.
Other than that, the book was intriguing & I would love for a 2nd book to follow up on Alex & Knox’s relationship. So steamy!!
It left me on the edge of my seat every single chapter. I do wish that the author described all of the characters better, especially Alex. I also wish she left out the parts of Alex’s Dad, it was little too much for me. I read the 1st half of the book on Kindle & the other half on Galatea, which was kind of annoying.
Other than that, the book was intriguing & I would love for a 2nd book to follow up on Alex & Knox’s relationship. So steamy!!
March 4, 2026
3⭐️
I can’t lie, I almost DNF this book… it was so repetitive and long and it was actually driving me insane! I liked the story and I kept going because I wanted to know what happens, however, the FMC was a pain to read over and over again. I guess I can understand with the trust issues and all but it got to a point that it was too much. I started skimming through halfway through the book. PLUS i wanted an epilogue for god’s sake… all of that and no epilogue!!!! ugh whatever 💚.
I can’t lie, I almost DNF this book… it was so repetitive and long and it was actually driving me insane! I liked the story and I kept going because I wanted to know what happens, however, the FMC was a pain to read over and over again. I guess I can understand with the trust issues and all but it got to a point that it was too much. I started skimming through halfway through the book. PLUS i wanted an epilogue for god’s sake… all of that and no epilogue!!!! ugh whatever 💚.
June 2, 2026
This is not a completed story and the second part isn’t accessible except through a specific app that you have to subscribe to.
Also while the overall concept was cute the execution was all over the place with multiple characters that were introduced briefly and brought back without explanations, the FMC didn’t have a breakdown of her or her history including a pistol part of her story and there were inconsistencies with the time line throughout.
Also while the overall concept was cute the execution was all over the place with multiple characters that were introduced briefly and brought back without explanations, the FMC didn’t have a breakdown of her or her history including a pistol part of her story and there were inconsistencies with the time line throughout.
January 29, 2026
It started off okay, but the FMC got really annoying after awhile. She’s supposed to be smart, but she can’t figure out the obvious. The ending was ridiculous. Absolutely no resolution. You can tell that the story was made as a pay for each installment. After a while, the plot just needs to move on.
February 6, 2026
In the beginning, I would give this a 3 for some inconsistencies. I enjoyed most of the book overall but there were some parts that didnt really add much and were just there to fill space and for a little drama. So, probably a 3 there. but the ending was super cute and it kept me interested so I gave it a 4 overall.
March 22, 2026
Found on an ad for game and decided to read it. The book had me hooked for the cheesy romance and banter between Alex and Knox. I’m only frustrated that it ends on a cliffhanger and have to create and pay for a site to continue. I gladly would have bought it on kindle tho!
Overall a cute book full of drama
Overall a cute book full of drama
May 24, 2026
I give this 3.5 rating because there was a lot of back and forth between Knox and Alex that was crazy. This book had Knox having sex with Lauren in the bedroom across from Alex's which was ridiculous since it was her house not his. I was rooting for Knox and Alex the entire time. Great storyline with wonderful characters. I love the friendship/family dynamics.
March 27, 2026
the BEST slow burn ever. everything about this book was perfect the author genuinely made this book at the perfect pace everything about this book was amazing HE GENUINELY YEARNED FOR THIS GIRL SINCE THEY WERE KIDS HELLO???
March 29, 2026
I’m dumber after reading this
This is a malfunction of a book. Probably written by early AI. The plot doesn’t follow and while they try to create a cliff hanger, the books unorganized and doesn’t follow logic. 0 stars wasn’t an option. People should get their money back.
This is a malfunction of a book. Probably written by early AI. The plot doesn’t follow and while they try to create a cliff hanger, the books unorganized and doesn’t follow logic. 0 stars wasn’t an option. People should get their money back.
April 2, 2026
This book was all over the place
The first few chapters showed promise but spilled out of control as it progressed. Too many names and inconsistent characters. It was hard to follow and really never progressed .
The first few chapters showed promise but spilled out of control as it progressed. Too many names and inconsistent characters. It was hard to follow and really never progressed .
April 30, 2026
The book was good, it had a lot of content where I was getting bored really easily. Everything happened in the last few chapters all at once and then the next few chapters just repeated the same information basically over and over and that made it cringy.
All in all I would recommend this read
All in all I would recommend this read
April 30, 2026
Do not buy
It’s not even the full story, I wouldn’t mind if it was included in Kindle Unlimited but I had to pay for half a story, the other half which you can’t read unless you subscribe to Galatea.
It’s not even the full story, I wouldn’t mind if it was included in Kindle Unlimited but I had to pay for half a story, the other half which you can’t read unless you subscribe to Galatea.
May 25, 2026
All of the characters end up being so annoying. The only reason I kept reading it is because something told me that it had to get better at some point but unfortunately, it didn’t. Terribly written, unrelatable characters, would not wish upon anyone.
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