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The Principal Problem
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404 pages, Paperback
Published December 28, 2025
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Sienna Mills
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December 31, 2025
I’ll be honest, I only requested an arc of The Principal Problem on Netgalley based off the cover alone, and had no idea what I was getting myself into. I’m so happy I did though, because Brie and Sawyer’s story was so sweet, spicy, and way more emotional than I was expecting.
𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧:
- small town romance
- childhood enemies to lovers
- principal + teacher
- golden boy + hot mess
- he falls first + harder
- forced proximity/snowed in
- only one bed
- pining
𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧:
- small town romance
- childhood enemies to lovers
- principal + teacher
- golden boy + hot mess
- he falls first + harder
- forced proximity/snowed in
- only one bed
- pining
January 4, 2026
*I received an ARC of this in exchange for my honest review* 4.75! This was so fun, I loved Sawyer and Brie as a couple and thought their character arcs were really good! I personally love a man who owns up to his wrongs and takes accountability and Sawyer was great about holding himself accountable. Highly recommend if you’re in the mood for a good book! Thanks to Sienna Mills and her team for the ARC!
January 4, 2026
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this ARC.
The book follows Brie, who, due to scandal and change of work place, returns to her hometown, from where she escaped 14 years ago. On the first day, she meets Sawyer, who has been bullying her throughout their school years.
I liked that the book is easy and quick to read, the story pulls you in and doesn't let you go until the end, as well as the quality writing with lots of sparks between the main characters. In short, this is a book about growing up and righting the wrongs of the past.
I didn't like that there wasn't enough grovel, Brie was too quick and too easy to forgive other people's actions that made her life difficult.
Overall, I give this book 4 stars.
The book follows Brie, who, due to scandal and change of work place, returns to her hometown, from where she escaped 14 years ago. On the first day, she meets Sawyer, who has been bullying her throughout their school years.
I liked that the book is easy and quick to read, the story pulls you in and doesn't let you go until the end, as well as the quality writing with lots of sparks between the main characters. In short, this is a book about growing up and righting the wrongs of the past.
I didn't like that there wasn't enough grovel, Brie was too quick and too easy to forgive other people's actions that made her life difficult.
Overall, I give this book 4 stars.
December 31, 2025
I was given an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
This is my first book by this author, and I’m officially sold. I literally finished this book in one day. The story follows Brie and Sawyer, who grew up together and absolutely hated each other or did they 🤪. When Brie moves back to town, she finds out her childhood nemesis is now her boss. I think you can imagine what happens next. 😉
As a teacher, I really appreciated how well the author portrayed how a school actually works—it felt realistic and thoughtfully done. Would I ever picture myself dating my boss? Heck no… but then again, my boss doesn’t look like Sawyer.
This book had a great balance of plot and spice. I’m giving it 4.5 stars because Brie started to get on my nerves a bit toward the end, but she eventually pulled herself together, which redeemed it for me.
This is my first book by this author, and I’m officially sold. I literally finished this book in one day. The story follows Brie and Sawyer, who grew up together and absolutely hated each other or did they 🤪. When Brie moves back to town, she finds out her childhood nemesis is now her boss. I think you can imagine what happens next. 😉
As a teacher, I really appreciated how well the author portrayed how a school actually works—it felt realistic and thoughtfully done. Would I ever picture myself dating my boss? Heck no… but then again, my boss doesn’t look like Sawyer.
This book had a great balance of plot and spice. I’m giving it 4.5 stars because Brie started to get on my nerves a bit toward the end, but she eventually pulled herself together, which redeemed it for me.
December 30, 2025
ARC REVIEW ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ + 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Loved this book!
Enemies to lovers
Emotional damage that needs resolving for both characters
Great character development
Just the right amount of romance and spice.
Sawyer and Brie together are an absolute dream team.
Low key feel like a need a book about Nash!
Definitely worth a read!!
Loved this book!
Enemies to lovers
Emotional damage that needs resolving for both characters
Great character development
Just the right amount of romance and spice.
Sawyer and Brie together are an absolute dream team.
Low key feel like a need a book about Nash!
Definitely worth a read!!
January 3, 2026
ARC REVIEW: Thank you to Book Funnel and Sienna Mills for choosing me to be an Arc reader on this book! I am honored to have this opportunity!
Duel POV: Brie and Sawyer
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🌶️🌶️ 🌶️
Brie Casey needs a fresh start after a disastrous experience at her past teaching position. But what was supposed to be a new chapter turns into something more she didn’t expect. Going home will be what she needed all along.
Sawyer Strong left after high school to get away from the pressure and expectations of his father. But now he is back and better than before as the elementary school principal. Which makes him Brie’s new boss.
He wants to prove he is worth the second chance for her after their history growing up together.
He definitely matured a lot over the years and I really liked that he talked about going to therapy. I loved how strong Brie was and how she was able to overcome so much. It was really nice when she was finally able to open up to her sisters and friends.
I would totally recommend to anyone that is a fan of some snowed in fun and romance and any of the following tropes:
❄️Enemies to Lovers
❄️Forced Proximity
❄️Small Town
❄️Caretaking
❄️He talks her through it
❄️Pining
❄️He falls first
The Principal Problem releases on January 14th in paperback and on kindle so get your copy today!
Duel POV: Brie and Sawyer
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️ 🌶️
Brie Casey needs a fresh start after a disastrous experience at her past teaching position. But what was supposed to be a new chapter turns into something more she didn’t expect. Going home will be what she needed all along.
Sawyer Strong left after high school to get away from the pressure and expectations of his father. But now he is back and better than before as the elementary school principal. Which makes him Brie’s new boss.
He wants to prove he is worth the second chance for her after their history growing up together.
He definitely matured a lot over the years and I really liked that he talked about going to therapy. I loved how strong Brie was and how she was able to overcome so much. It was really nice when she was finally able to open up to her sisters and friends.
I would totally recommend to anyone that is a fan of some snowed in fun and romance and any of the following tropes:
❄️Enemies to Lovers
❄️Forced Proximity
❄️Small Town
❄️Caretaking
❄️He talks her through it
❄️Pining
❄️He falls first
The Principal Problem releases on January 14th in paperback and on kindle so get your copy today!
January 5, 2026
After scandal forces Brie to leave her current job, she never expected to end up in her home town. To make matters worse she’s now going to be working for the man who spend all their school years tormenting her, Sawyer Strong. Now Brie is desperate to get to the end of the school year once again so she can go back to teaching somewhere where Sawyer isn’t the principal.
Overall I really enjoyed this one. There was a lot more spice in this one than I’m used to, I’m still easing my way into romances but I thought it was well done. I really liked Sawyer’s character and thought there was a lot to him that made him seem like a genuinely good guy. Brie could be frustrating at times but it was nice to see her growth throughout the story. I definitely understand a lot of her actions, she was finally facing up to her childhood bully, but there were times when she misread situations and I just wanted to shake her! I was really glad that she learned to communicate better by the end.
If you enjoy a good redemption love story with a good amount of spice then I highly recommend this one!
Overall I really enjoyed this one. There was a lot more spice in this one than I’m used to, I’m still easing my way into romances but I thought it was well done. I really liked Sawyer’s character and thought there was a lot to him that made him seem like a genuinely good guy. Brie could be frustrating at times but it was nice to see her growth throughout the story. I definitely understand a lot of her actions, she was finally facing up to her childhood bully, but there were times when she misread situations and I just wanted to shake her! I was really glad that she learned to communicate better by the end.
If you enjoy a good redemption love story with a good amount of spice then I highly recommend this one!
January 3, 2026
What a fun way to start 2026! I’m so lucky that Sienna Mills chose me to be on her ARC team. This book has all the feels a romance should have. The storyline was on point because I was engaged from the first to the very last page. Quite frankly, I’d like a little more of these characters and hope to hear how the community in Blue Ridge progresses Even the jerk who only shows up for a chapter or two seems like he deserves a redemption story! There’s a lot of steam in this book, so probably age appropriate for adults. Thank you for putting a sappy grin on my face with this book, Ms Miller, and starting my year out
December 30, 2025
ARC review. This was such a cozy read! I read it in under 24 hours, and mostly in one-sitting!
Dual POV with some childhood flashbacks, trauma and character development which enhanced the story. Story is somewhat predictable, like with most romance stories, but I don’t find that annoying, I’m just here for the good vibes - which this book certainly delivers!
Spice level: 🌶️🌶️ (Open door scenes)
Dual POV with some childhood flashbacks, trauma and character development which enhanced the story. Story is somewhat predictable, like with most romance stories, but I don’t find that annoying, I’m just here for the good vibes - which this book certainly delivers!
Spice level: 🌶️🌶️ (Open door scenes)
January 3, 2026
3.25 stars rounded down
For the first 70% of this book, I thought this would be a 4 star read. It’s a fun and light romance where a woman unexpectedly returns to her hometown and catches feelings for her former bully. The small town setting feels cozy, and the banter between MCs was entertaining. The setup is super promising, but the story suffers from a few flaws.
While I enjoyed the development of Brie and Sawyer’s romance, and the author did a good job building tension between the two, I thought there was an imbalance of the characters on the page. There was not enough development and description given to the side characters (Dev, Brie’s friends/sisters, Sawyer’s friends/brother), so those characters and relationships fell flat. Meanwhile, it felt like there was too much internal conflict from Brie and Sawyer as the third act conflict unfolded, and at a certain point it felt repetitive to prior character development.
This is also not a particularly realistic story (beyond what you might expect). In particular, when it comes to Brie’s job interview, the conflict with the board toward the end felt over the top and rushed, and that conflict subsequently resolved very quickly. It also felt odd that the principal is simply allowed to have a relationship with a teacher they manage. None of the other characters batted an eye to the boss/employee relationship, which seemed unrealistic for that scenario. Lastly, despite saying they would take it slow earlier in the book, both characters decide that doesn’t need to include going slow sexually. In the epilogue, they appear to move in together within two weeks, which makes me wonder what part of their relationship is left to go slow?
I think plenty of romance readers will still enjoy this book - the romantic chemistry and small town vibes are there, I only wish the plot was a bit more grounded and the characters felt more balanced.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for access to this arc. These opinions are my own.
For the first 70% of this book, I thought this would be a 4 star read. It’s a fun and light romance where a woman unexpectedly returns to her hometown and catches feelings for her former bully. The small town setting feels cozy, and the banter between MCs was entertaining. The setup is super promising, but the story suffers from a few flaws.
While I enjoyed the development of Brie and Sawyer’s romance, and the author did a good job building tension between the two, I thought there was an imbalance of the characters on the page. There was not enough development and description given to the side characters (Dev, Brie’s friends/sisters, Sawyer’s friends/brother), so those characters and relationships fell flat. Meanwhile, it felt like there was too much internal conflict from Brie and Sawyer as the third act conflict unfolded, and at a certain point it felt repetitive to prior character development.
This is also not a particularly realistic story (beyond what you might expect). In particular, when it comes to Brie’s job interview, the conflict with the board toward the end felt over the top and rushed, and that conflict subsequently resolved very quickly. It also felt odd that the principal is simply allowed to have a relationship with a teacher they manage. None of the other characters batted an eye to the boss/employee relationship, which seemed unrealistic for that scenario. Lastly, despite saying they would take it slow earlier in the book, both characters decide that doesn’t need to include going slow sexually. In the epilogue, they appear to move in together within two weeks, which makes me wonder what part of their relationship is left to go slow?
I think plenty of romance readers will still enjoy this book - the romantic chemistry and small town vibes are there, I only wish the plot was a bit more grounded and the characters felt more balanced.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for access to this arc. These opinions are my own.
January 1, 2026
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Kindle publication date: 14th January 2026
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Review rate: 5/5
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Thank you, Sienna Mills, for giving me the chance to read and review this ARC!
I felt so many emotions while reading — starting with giddy, kick-my-feet excitement, moving into tears-in-my-eyes moments, and ending with me ready to roll up my sleeves and throw hands with some characters (yes, I am speaking about you, Mr. ex-Mayor). The dual POVs, the flashbacks to important moments from the past, and the deep insight into Brie and Sawyer, created together incredibly solid and multidimensional main characters. I loved slowly unraveling the story, especially when we got to see certain situations from the other side.
What really spoke to me? Both Brie and Sawyer are flawed. They make mistakes, but they genuinely try to grow and be better. I couldn’t help but root for their relationship — even after being fully prepared to smack Sawyer during the first few chapters. The side characters are just as memorable (whether lovable or hateable), and I may have sniffed out a few very possible couples for future books 👀
What can you find inside?
☀︎ (very) small-town romance
☀︎ an MMC who’s utterly obsessed
☀︎ an FMC who’s stronger than me (I would’ve folded for Sawyer way faster than her, sorry xx)
☀︎ off-the-charts sexual tension
☀︎ spice, touching, teasing (even school isn’t safe from them)
☀︎ and, yes—✨communication✨ (even if it takes some time)
Thank you once again Sienna Mills, AtLast Books and Netgalley, I had a lot of fun with this book!
Kindle publication date: 14th January 2026
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Review rate: 5/5
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Thank you, Sienna Mills, for giving me the chance to read and review this ARC!
I felt so many emotions while reading — starting with giddy, kick-my-feet excitement, moving into tears-in-my-eyes moments, and ending with me ready to roll up my sleeves and throw hands with some characters (yes, I am speaking about you, Mr. ex-Mayor). The dual POVs, the flashbacks to important moments from the past, and the deep insight into Brie and Sawyer, created together incredibly solid and multidimensional main characters. I loved slowly unraveling the story, especially when we got to see certain situations from the other side.
What really spoke to me? Both Brie and Sawyer are flawed. They make mistakes, but they genuinely try to grow and be better. I couldn’t help but root for their relationship — even after being fully prepared to smack Sawyer during the first few chapters. The side characters are just as memorable (whether lovable or hateable), and I may have sniffed out a few very possible couples for future books 👀
What can you find inside?
☀︎ (very) small-town romance
☀︎ an MMC who’s utterly obsessed
☀︎ an FMC who’s stronger than me (I would’ve folded for Sawyer way faster than her, sorry xx)
☀︎ off-the-charts sexual tension
☀︎ spice, touching, teasing (even school isn’t safe from them)
☀︎ and, yes—✨communication✨ (even if it takes some time)
Thank you once again Sienna Mills, AtLast Books and Netgalley, I had a lot of fun with this book!
January 3, 2026
ARC review
Honestly this was a great story to start the new year with. It was a lighthearted story of redemption between two characters born on different sides of town. It was cute, steamy, and was a a fun snowed in story. Now I wish that there was a little more groveling from Sawyer because he did make Brie’s life kinda miserable throughout school, but Brie also running away every time some one showed her an ounce of interest also started to get on my nerves, but the ending redeemed them and it’s a great story for anyone looking for childhood dislike to lovers, pining, workplace, or forced proximity.
Honestly this was a great story to start the new year with. It was a lighthearted story of redemption between two characters born on different sides of town. It was cute, steamy, and was a a fun snowed in story. Now I wish that there was a little more groveling from Sawyer because he did make Brie’s life kinda miserable throughout school, but Brie also running away every time some one showed her an ounce of interest also started to get on my nerves, but the ending redeemed them and it’s a great story for anyone looking for childhood dislike to lovers, pining, workplace, or forced proximity.
December 29, 2025
The Principal Problem is a sweet, small town, enemies to lovers romance that I could not put down. The unresolved trauma and emotional scars that both characters had to work through to find their HEA, while layering in a lot of banter, tender moments, new friendships, found family and of course, all the spice, made for an extremely satisfying read. Even better, there will be more to this series, and I cannot wait.
This was my first time reading Sienna Mills but it will not be my last. Thank you for the ARC read. I absolutely loved Brie and Sawyer’s story and hope to see them again soon..as they continue to ‘paint a beautiful picture together’.
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This was my first time reading Sienna Mills but it will not be my last. Thank you for the ARC read. I absolutely loved Brie and Sawyer’s story and hope to see them again soon..as they continue to ‘paint a beautiful picture together’.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
December 31, 2025
I loved this book! The Principal Problem is funny, sweet and spicy. Some of Brie’s’ internal dialogue is laugh out loud funny. I loved the journey Sawyer and Brie took to get to their HEA, both needing to overcome trauma and heal from childhood memories together and separately.
I really enjoyed this one, and absolutely demolished it!
Thank you to the author for providing an ARC copy, in exchange for my honest review.
I really enjoyed this one, and absolutely demolished it!
Thank you to the author for providing an ARC copy, in exchange for my honest review.
January 1, 2026
I really really tried to like this book. I know it's supposed to be all about the characters redeeming themselves but it took so long to get there. I didn't connect with any of the characters at all. I didn't hate the story but I didn't love it either.
January 5, 2026
Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest feedback!
As a teacher originally from Appalachia, I was genuinely excited to pick this one up. The premise alone—former bully turned boss—is compelling and immediately sets up tension. The setting felt familiar, and I appreciated the inclusion of popular romance tropes like workplace romance, forced proximity/snowed in, enemies to lovers, and boss/employee dynamics.
That said, this book ultimately didn’t work for me, largely due to personal taste and lived experience. I had a hard time fully connecting to the characters, and at times the dialogue felt a bit exaggerated or cartoonish, which pulled me out of the story. Some interactions didn’t feel realistic to me, particularly given the power dynamics at play. As someone who was bullied in school, I struggled to reconcile the FMC falling in love with her former tormenter—especially the idea that she may have had a crush on him during their younger years before his actions are explained in adulthood. I’m also generally not a fan of the miscommunication trope, and here it didn’t quite land for me.
There were also a few moments that felt uncomfortable or out of place to me as a reader, such as Sawyer—who is both Brie’s boss and former bully—caressing her face in public and whispering in her ear early on. Considering their history and professional relationship, those moments felt unrealistic and, at times, uncomfortable. Similarly, when a tree falls on Sawyer’s house, the urgency of the situation felt undercut when it’s quickly sidelined for intimacy. I also tend to prefer a slower burn, and while this romance develops fairly quickly, readers who enjoy a faster pace may feel differently.
The antagonists of the story feel like cartoon villains, particularly the board meeting scene towards the end of the book. I enjoyed Tess and her budding friendship with Brie, but a lot of the other side characters felt underdeveloped.
That said, there were several moments I genuinely enjoyed. The snowball fight was very cute, and I loved seeing Sawyer stand up to his awful friend. Their banter and playful back-and-forth made me smile at times, and one of my favorite scenes was at the festival when Sawyer calls out a woman for dismissing Brie. I also really loved Brie’s relationship with her siblings—those scenes were warm and grounding, and I would have happily read even more of them.
While this wasn’t a perfect fit for me, readers who enjoy trope-heavy romances with a quicker burn and small-town dynamics may find a lot to love here.
As a teacher originally from Appalachia, I was genuinely excited to pick this one up. The premise alone—former bully turned boss—is compelling and immediately sets up tension. The setting felt familiar, and I appreciated the inclusion of popular romance tropes like workplace romance, forced proximity/snowed in, enemies to lovers, and boss/employee dynamics.
That said, this book ultimately didn’t work for me, largely due to personal taste and lived experience. I had a hard time fully connecting to the characters, and at times the dialogue felt a bit exaggerated or cartoonish, which pulled me out of the story. Some interactions didn’t feel realistic to me, particularly given the power dynamics at play. As someone who was bullied in school, I struggled to reconcile the FMC falling in love with her former tormenter—especially the idea that she may have had a crush on him during their younger years before his actions are explained in adulthood. I’m also generally not a fan of the miscommunication trope, and here it didn’t quite land for me.
There were also a few moments that felt uncomfortable or out of place to me as a reader, such as Sawyer—who is both Brie’s boss and former bully—caressing her face in public and whispering in her ear early on. Considering their history and professional relationship, those moments felt unrealistic and, at times, uncomfortable. Similarly, when a tree falls on Sawyer’s house, the urgency of the situation felt undercut when it’s quickly sidelined for intimacy. I also tend to prefer a slower burn, and while this romance develops fairly quickly, readers who enjoy a faster pace may feel differently.
The antagonists of the story feel like cartoon villains, particularly the board meeting scene towards the end of the book. I enjoyed Tess and her budding friendship with Brie, but a lot of the other side characters felt underdeveloped.
That said, there were several moments I genuinely enjoyed. The snowball fight was very cute, and I loved seeing Sawyer stand up to his awful friend. Their banter and playful back-and-forth made me smile at times, and one of my favorite scenes was at the festival when Sawyer calls out a woman for dismissing Brie. I also really loved Brie’s relationship with her siblings—those scenes were warm and grounding, and I would have happily read even more of them.
While this wasn’t a perfect fit for me, readers who enjoy trope-heavy romances with a quicker burn and small-town dynamics may find a lot to love here.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 2, 2026
4.5/5⭐️
Brie packs up her life and drives straight back into the town she swore she’d never return to — a place where home never felt safe and memories still sting. She’s just trying to stay afloat, taking a substitute teaching job while figuring out her future… except the universe has jokes. Because her new boss is Sawyer Strong — the town’s golden boy, the Prince of Blue Ridge, and the same boy who made her childhood miserable.
Watching Brie navigate a town soaked in trauma while being forced to work under the man who once inflicted it was heavy, emotional, and surprisingly tender. Sawyer is no longer the kid she remembers, but that doesn’t erase the damage he caused. Brie’s confusion felt painfully real — the push and pull, the hot-and-cold behavior, the way his kindness clashes with her memories. I went from kicking my feet over their chemistry to wanting to kick teenage Sawyer, then slowly forgiving him chapter by chapter.
What truly worked for me was how human this story felt. Both Brie and Sawyer are products of neglect, pressure, and expectations placed on them far too young — Brie from parental and guardian negligence, and Sawyer from a controlling father and crushing peer pressure. Their wounds are different, but they collide beautifully and painfully. The banter is sharp, the tension is delicious, and when Sawyer finally lays his heart bare, it feels earned.
A huge win: Sawyer actually goes to therapy. Real therapy. Accountability, growth, and self-reflection instead of excuses. He owns who he was, works through why he became that person, and actively chooses to be better. Brie, too, finds her voice — standing up to judgment, facing her fears, and finally allowing herself to exist without apology.
This book balances romance, redemption, emotional depth, and humor in a way that shouldn’t work with this many tropes — but somehow does. The chemistry is strong, the healing feels genuine, and the growth happens both together and individually.
Messy characters. Emotional payoff. A bully romance done with care and accountability.
Brie packs up her life and drives straight back into the town she swore she’d never return to — a place where home never felt safe and memories still sting. She’s just trying to stay afloat, taking a substitute teaching job while figuring out her future… except the universe has jokes. Because her new boss is Sawyer Strong — the town’s golden boy, the Prince of Blue Ridge, and the same boy who made her childhood miserable.
Watching Brie navigate a town soaked in trauma while being forced to work under the man who once inflicted it was heavy, emotional, and surprisingly tender. Sawyer is no longer the kid she remembers, but that doesn’t erase the damage he caused. Brie’s confusion felt painfully real — the push and pull, the hot-and-cold behavior, the way his kindness clashes with her memories. I went from kicking my feet over their chemistry to wanting to kick teenage Sawyer, then slowly forgiving him chapter by chapter.
What truly worked for me was how human this story felt. Both Brie and Sawyer are products of neglect, pressure, and expectations placed on them far too young — Brie from parental and guardian negligence, and Sawyer from a controlling father and crushing peer pressure. Their wounds are different, but they collide beautifully and painfully. The banter is sharp, the tension is delicious, and when Sawyer finally lays his heart bare, it feels earned.
A huge win: Sawyer actually goes to therapy. Real therapy. Accountability, growth, and self-reflection instead of excuses. He owns who he was, works through why he became that person, and actively chooses to be better. Brie, too, finds her voice — standing up to judgment, facing her fears, and finally allowing herself to exist without apology.
This book balances romance, redemption, emotional depth, and humor in a way that shouldn’t work with this many tropes — but somehow does. The chemistry is strong, the healing feels genuine, and the growth happens both together and individually.
Messy characters. Emotional payoff. A bully romance done with care and accountability.
December 30, 2025
To start off, I was in a reading slump for the last few weeks, and I wasn’t sure I was ever going to get out of it, but this book dragged me out of it and I ended up staying up until 3 AM and had to force myself to stop to sleep, I wanted to savor it but I NEEDED to know what happened next, I devoured it. It made me giddy, it kept me on my toes.
I love this book so much. Sawyer and Brie were so fun, their problems felt so raw and their dynamic really made it so enjoyable. I laughed so many times, I cried, I swooned. The enemies to lovers was so very well done, the push and pull, the yearning… So so good. I would highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys, enemies to lovers, spice, angst, humor, found family. It was a blast and I CAN’T WAIT for the next book!
***I was provided with an E-ARC from the author, and all opinions are my own.***
I love this book so much. Sawyer and Brie were so fun, their problems felt so raw and their dynamic really made it so enjoyable. I laughed so many times, I cried, I swooned. The enemies to lovers was so very well done, the push and pull, the yearning… So so good. I would highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys, enemies to lovers, spice, angst, humor, found family. It was a blast and I CAN’T WAIT for the next book!
***I was provided with an E-ARC from the author, and all opinions are my own.***
December 29, 2025
Oh my goodness—I’m so glad I was picked as an arch reader for this book. I truly cannot rave enough about how adorable this book was! It delivered the perfect balance of spice and depth, with incredible character development and meaningful growth throughout. I genuinely couldn’t put it down and ended up staying up far too late because I had to know how it ended.
Sawyer will completely steal your heart one moment and test your patience the next, while Brie keeps you guessing—are we rooting for her, questioning her, or simply relating to her as a girl navigating her emotions?
One thing is certain: Sienna Mills has officially earned a spot on my must-read author list.
Sawyer will completely steal your heart one moment and test your patience the next, while Brie keeps you guessing—are we rooting for her, questioning her, or simply relating to her as a girl navigating her emotions?
One thing is certain: Sienna Mills has officially earned a spot on my must-read author list.
January 2, 2026
my first arc read 😛 this book was cute, emotional, & flirty! both of the main characters were interesting with good character development. i usually have an issue with flashbacks but they flowed very well with the story. i really apperciated Bries complicated relationship with her family & how it was not forgotten about as her romance took off. I often feel authors will leave the messy familial relations as loose ends in favor of allowing the romance to shine, but sienna mills did a great job finding the balance of both things within her book. #netgalley #theprincipalproblem
January 3, 2026
Ugh I loved this book. What a great first for the year! Brie and Sawyer were so different and so similar at the same time. I usually find it hard to move past a bully romance because I’m personally not a very forgiving person (not my best trait) but the amount of effort Sawyer put in separate from Brie to become a better person did it for me.
They had amazing chemistry and enough to work thru to provide tension thruout. There were a few moments that I personally would have liked to emotionally lean into a little more, but over all it was such a good read.
They had amazing chemistry and enough to work thru to provide tension thruout. There were a few moments that I personally would have liked to emotionally lean into a little more, but over all it was such a good read.
December 28, 2025
Our FMC Brie returns to the hometown she hates to try to stay afloat while figuring out her future. She can’t get away from her traumatizing past at home or at work, because her boss, Sawyer, was her bully growing up. I went from kicking my feet with their chemistry to wanting to kick teenager Sawyer, then forgiving him in the next chapter. The Principle Problem had my emotions all over the place for these characters. I didn’t think an author could put so many tropes together in a cohesive story, but Sienna Mills did, and did it so well. My only issue is I don’t know how to pronounce Jolly Jalapeño and I want to see Funny Bunny.
I was provided an eARC of this book and this is my honest review.
I was provided an eARC of this book and this is my honest review.
December 28, 2025
I have never to really be known to sit and read a book in one day, until today. This book grabbed me from the first chapter and did not let me go until the end. The only time I put it down was to do a family thing.
Get ready for a crazy ride of love at first sight to school bullying flashbacks. I could relate to the characters in a way I have never been able to in a book. This book is not only a love story for me but a lesson in letting the past go and to see people for who they really are.
Get ready for a crazy ride of love at first sight to school bullying flashbacks. I could relate to the characters in a way I have never been able to in a book. This book is not only a love story for me but a lesson in letting the past go and to see people for who they really are.
December 29, 2025
I was gifted an early copy of this book!
Y'all, when I say I DEVOURED this book, I mean it!!! I didn't want to put it down. The spice was spicyyyyyy and the characters were super likeable and relatable. It had everything: Enemies-to-Lovers, small town romance, YEARNING, he confesses first, I could go on and on.
I already can't wait for the next one. I'm excited to see this story/universe grow.
Y'all, when I say I DEVOURED this book, I mean it!!! I didn't want to put it down. The spice was spicyyyyyy and the characters were super likeable and relatable. It had everything: Enemies-to-Lovers, small town romance, YEARNING, he confesses first, I could go on and on.
I already can't wait for the next one. I'm excited to see this story/universe grow.
December 30, 2025
I read this as an ARC reader and finished it in less than a day! I was obsessed with how the story with the MMC and FMC would unravel given their history. I loved Sawyer so much and Brie, as complicated as her past was, I totally found myself relating to her. It’s been a while since I’ve felt so many emotions reading a book. I cried, laughed, got angry, got happy, felt empathy towards her, and just went for a whole ride. I can’t wait for the next book, to be honest.
January 1, 2026
Oh my god he was actually obsessed with her all this time 🥹
I was surprised at how emotional this book actually was. There was trauma that both characters needed to heal from and I loved how it all happened. Sawyer and Brie’s story was really sweet and of course them getting snowed in together was so perfect.
There was no miscommunication, not really a third act breakup, Sawyer was all in with Brie and made it super clear how he felt.
Thank you to Sienna for the ARC.
I was surprised at how emotional this book actually was. There was trauma that both characters needed to heal from and I loved how it all happened. Sawyer and Brie’s story was really sweet and of course them getting snowed in together was so perfect.
There was no miscommunication, not really a third act breakup, Sawyer was all in with Brie and made it super clear how he felt.
Thank you to Sienna for the ARC.
January 5, 2026
I received an advance reader copy (ARC), and all opinions are entirely my own. This is also my first time reading Sienna Mills’s work, so I came in with a clean slate.
Sawyer is the classic "bully the girl he secretly crushes on" trope, the kind where teasing is his misguided way of showing attraction (or in this case trying to not seems obvious that he has one). I usually steer clear of stories involving bullying, but the blurb and that gorgeous cover intrigued me so much😌😋
First of all, the flashback involving Squeakers absolutely destroyed me. That scene was painful reminder of how kids and teenagers can be unnecessarily cruel and mean sometimes, and unfortunately it hit a bit too close to home.
I loved the interactions between Sawyer and Brie, especially those frustrating, slow-burn moments before they finally get together. It's so darn infuriating, but in a good way 😤💞
I really appreciated how Sienna wrote Brie’s thought process of trying to understand Sawyer’s point of view. I'm glad there was no easy forgiveness used as a quick fix just to move the plot along into romance. Because let's be real, it's within Brie's right to feel resentment toward her former bullies, even if she eventually decides to forgive. The way Sawyer steps up, has her back, tries to atone for his mistakes, and treats her with the respect she deserves is really sweet, and honestly exactly what he should do😪🤨❤️🩹❤️🩹
That said, I did find myself wondering about the professional implications of their relationship. I’m not entirely sure whether a teacher–principal relationship would actually be allowed in real life, because it’s usually considered a conflict of interest (which Sawyer himself acknowledged). I wished there had been a bit more explanation about how this would affect their careers in the long run. I also couldn’t help but assume that Brie getting the job might not only be because she’s an exceptional and well-loved teacher, but also partly due to Sawyer's influence as the Prince of Blue Ridge himself.
One of my favourite aspects of this book is the diversity of its characters. It feels inclusive and authentic. The cultural details, from the Persian New Year festival to Southeast Asian (Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia) food references are certainly adding flavours to the story. It was a delightful surprise🌏🌍🍲🥗
And let’s talk about the spice. The bed chemistry is absolutely there 🤌🏻😮💨🥵🌶️🌶️🌶️. I don’t think they took things slow, but I’m not mad about it. Considering the deeply rooted, years-long crush they’ve had on each other, that level of intensity made sense. Their attraction felt pent-up and explosive in a way that worked for the story😏😏
It's clear Sienna poured her heart into the writing, especially for Brie's internal conflicts. The way she wrote Sawyer and Brie's evolving feelings, processing their new situation, and the slow unlearning of past trauma felt thoughtful and realistic 📖🤧
Personally, this book was a good read for me. I honestly didn't expect to love it this much. I'm glad this story introduced me to Sienna Mills, and I'll absolutely be following her future works. I've read quite a few indie authors, and I can confidently say that some of them are truly gifted hidden gems, including Sienna herself. Here's your well-deserved bouquet, Sienna 💐💐💎💎
Thank you, Sienna, for the ARC copy. I'm excited to see where this series goes next!💫💫
Sawyer is the classic "bully the girl he secretly crushes on" trope, the kind where teasing is his misguided way of showing attraction (or in this case trying to not seems obvious that he has one). I usually steer clear of stories involving bullying, but the blurb and that gorgeous cover intrigued me so much😌😋
First of all, the flashback involving Squeakers absolutely destroyed me. That scene was painful reminder of how kids and teenagers can be unnecessarily cruel and mean sometimes, and unfortunately it hit a bit too close to home.
I loved the interactions between Sawyer and Brie, especially those frustrating, slow-burn moments before they finally get together. It's so darn infuriating, but in a good way 😤💞
I really appreciated how Sienna wrote Brie’s thought process of trying to understand Sawyer’s point of view. I'm glad there was no easy forgiveness used as a quick fix just to move the plot along into romance. Because let's be real, it's within Brie's right to feel resentment toward her former bullies, even if she eventually decides to forgive. The way Sawyer steps up, has her back, tries to atone for his mistakes, and treats her with the respect she deserves is really sweet, and honestly exactly what he should do😪🤨❤️🩹❤️🩹
That said, I did find myself wondering about the professional implications of their relationship. I’m not entirely sure whether a teacher–principal relationship would actually be allowed in real life, because it’s usually considered a conflict of interest (which Sawyer himself acknowledged). I wished there had been a bit more explanation about how this would affect their careers in the long run. I also couldn’t help but assume that Brie getting the job might not only be because she’s an exceptional and well-loved teacher, but also partly due to Sawyer's influence as the Prince of Blue Ridge himself.
One of my favourite aspects of this book is the diversity of its characters. It feels inclusive and authentic. The cultural details, from the Persian New Year festival to Southeast Asian (Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia) food references are certainly adding flavours to the story. It was a delightful surprise🌏🌍🍲🥗
And let’s talk about the spice. The bed chemistry is absolutely there 🤌🏻😮💨🥵🌶️🌶️🌶️. I don’t think they took things slow, but I’m not mad about it. Considering the deeply rooted, years-long crush they’ve had on each other, that level of intensity made sense. Their attraction felt pent-up and explosive in a way that worked for the story😏😏
It's clear Sienna poured her heart into the writing, especially for Brie's internal conflicts. The way she wrote Sawyer and Brie's evolving feelings, processing their new situation, and the slow unlearning of past trauma felt thoughtful and realistic 📖🤧
Personally, this book was a good read for me. I honestly didn't expect to love it this much. I'm glad this story introduced me to Sienna Mills, and I'll absolutely be following her future works. I've read quite a few indie authors, and I can confidently say that some of them are truly gifted hidden gems, including Sienna herself. Here's your well-deserved bouquet, Sienna 💐💐💎💎
Thank you, Sienna, for the ARC copy. I'm excited to see where this series goes next!💫💫
January 5, 2026
This book is about Sawyer and Brie. Sawyer was the high school and towns golden boy, currently the principal of the Blue Ridge elementary school. Brie’s family has a bad reputation and lived on the wrong side of town, now the substitute teacher of the third grade.
The story starts with Brie coming back to her hometown Blue Ridge mid school year to substitute the third grade at the elementary school. It’s obvious from the beginning that she was very reluctant to come back, but also needed the escape. Later on you figure out the reason she left her former job.
During flashbacks you find out Sawyer’s and Brie’s shared past. He has basically been teasing and tormenting her all the way from elementary school up until high school. After high school she vowed to leave this town and never come back. Brie who is still holding on to the pain and grudges towards Sawyer has to figure out a way to work together.
I have to say that this is the first time I had trouble with liking the MMC. In the flashbacks it was pretty obvious Sawyer did everything he could and went out of his way to make Brie’s life miserable. Even though it has been 14 years since high school, I was definitely on Brie’s side and couldn’t see his good side yet. Which also made it very hard to see them as a possible couple. I just couldn’t imagine how their past could turn into a love story. Over time and as the story progresses you realize that there may be more to Sawyer than meets the eye. I loved how he changed from the high school bully to an actual caring person. I did feel like maybe Brie forgave him too easily, but at the same time he did try to prove he was a changed man. He also saved her multiple times (in the past and present). So I guess you can say he wasn’t all bad.
Brie’s story was absolutely heartbreaking and made me very emotional. Besides the fact that she had a hard time at school, ever since she was in elementary school. She also had a hard home life. The last few chapters were very sad, but luckily she got the happy ending she deserves.
I give this book 5 stars. The reason why I loved this book because everything in the book felt very real. The characters and their struggles, the backstory and how everything turned out. Sawyer, even though unlikeable at first, his faults made him human. He isn’t the perfect boy and now man that the whole town thinks he is. He has very real struggles and pain he had to overcome. Brie deserves all the happiness in the world with everything she’s been through and I was rooting for her the whole time. In the end I really liked them together and couldn’t wait to see how their love story would unfold.
Thank you Sienna Mills for the e.ARC!
The story starts with Brie coming back to her hometown Blue Ridge mid school year to substitute the third grade at the elementary school. It’s obvious from the beginning that she was very reluctant to come back, but also needed the escape. Later on you figure out the reason she left her former job.
During flashbacks you find out Sawyer’s and Brie’s shared past. He has basically been teasing and tormenting her all the way from elementary school up until high school. After high school she vowed to leave this town and never come back. Brie who is still holding on to the pain and grudges towards Sawyer has to figure out a way to work together.
I have to say that this is the first time I had trouble with liking the MMC. In the flashbacks it was pretty obvious Sawyer did everything he could and went out of his way to make Brie’s life miserable. Even though it has been 14 years since high school, I was definitely on Brie’s side and couldn’t see his good side yet. Which also made it very hard to see them as a possible couple. I just couldn’t imagine how their past could turn into a love story. Over time and as the story progresses you realize that there may be more to Sawyer than meets the eye. I loved how he changed from the high school bully to an actual caring person. I did feel like maybe Brie forgave him too easily, but at the same time he did try to prove he was a changed man. He also saved her multiple times (in the past and present). So I guess you can say he wasn’t all bad.
Brie’s story was absolutely heartbreaking and made me very emotional. Besides the fact that she had a hard time at school, ever since she was in elementary school. She also had a hard home life. The last few chapters were very sad, but luckily she got the happy ending she deserves.
I give this book 5 stars. The reason why I loved this book because everything in the book felt very real. The characters and their struggles, the backstory and how everything turned out. Sawyer, even though unlikeable at first, his faults made him human. He isn’t the perfect boy and now man that the whole town thinks he is. He has very real struggles and pain he had to overcome. Brie deserves all the happiness in the world with everything she’s been through and I was rooting for her the whole time. In the end I really liked them together and couldn’t wait to see how their love story would unfold.
Thank you Sienna Mills for the e.ARC!
December 31, 2025
Review for The Principal Problem !!
🌨️Overall 🎨
Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
THANK YOU AUTHOR SIENNA MILLS FOR THE ARC! Let’s get to the review!
Okay, so basically, I finished this book because I want 2026 to have a fresh start…but that’s not the point. This book was actually written really well and was a good book to help end the year off. The writing styling was amazing, I found it easy to read, however there were some bumps in the road because I had to go back and reread some parts, as i didn’t understand the scene.
The plot was there too! There was a push and pull between the two main characters, and definitely some strong tension between them too.
There were parts where I was cringing and also a good amount of times when I was screaming/giggling (and maybe both) throughout this novel.
Lastly, to conclude this section of my review, the way the characters built up, like how their character changed throughout the novel, it was hard for me to connect parts of the story together. This is why I had to reread bits and chapters just so it could click for me, this is probably more of a just me thing though.
Now let’s move on to the tropes!
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🚗Tropes!📚
⌇ ⋆Small Town Romance
⌇ ⋆ Found Family
⌇ ⋆He falls first, and then falls harder
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❄️Highlights or Notes✏️
꒰🤍꒱THE MATCHING BOB ROSS UNDERWEAR 😭
꒰🩵꒱The cooking scenes were cute and very domestic 😊
꒰🤍꒱ There were some parts in the beginning of the story where I had like…theories. I was right with those theories !!!
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🏫Characters🌲
Brie Casey 👩🏫
Brie Queso. Hilarious nickname, but please never say that to some whose name is something like that…
But anyways, Brie was a tolerable character. I liked how she was able to face her fears, such as the judgement of others, and is able to step up for what is right. Yeah…that’s pretty much all I have to say about Brie.
Sawyer Strong 🪵
He seems kinda smexy…but that’s not the point. Sawyer is a bit of a yellow(ish) green flag, in my opinion. Like he was shitty as a kid and had his scenes as an adult, but this is due to others expectations. He THANKFULLY went to THERAPY(what many, many book characters should do) and sorted his issues out. He also, just like Brie, stepped up for himself and became a better person.
That’s also all I have to say about Sawyer.
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Thank you so much for reading my ARC review!! Now it’s time for me to finish the rest of the currently read books before 2026…GOOD BYE!! 👋
🌨️Overall 🎨
Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
THANK YOU AUTHOR SIENNA MILLS FOR THE ARC! Let’s get to the review!
Okay, so basically, I finished this book because I want 2026 to have a fresh start…but that’s not the point. This book was actually written really well and was a good book to help end the year off. The writing styling was amazing, I found it easy to read, however there were some bumps in the road because I had to go back and reread some parts, as i didn’t understand the scene.
The plot was there too! There was a push and pull between the two main characters, and definitely some strong tension between them too.
There were parts where I was cringing and also a good amount of times when I was screaming/giggling (and maybe both) throughout this novel.
Lastly, to conclude this section of my review, the way the characters built up, like how their character changed throughout the novel, it was hard for me to connect parts of the story together. This is why I had to reread bits and chapters just so it could click for me, this is probably more of a just me thing though.
Now let’s move on to the tropes!
౨ৎ ˖ ࣪⊹ •💙•⊹₊ ⋆୨ৎ
🚗Tropes!📚
⌇ ⋆Small Town Romance
⌇ ⋆ Found Family
⌇ ⋆He falls first, and then falls harder
౨ৎ ˖ ࣪⊹ •💙•⊹₊ ⋆୨ৎ
❄️Highlights or Notes✏️
꒰🤍꒱THE MATCHING BOB ROSS UNDERWEAR 😭
꒰🩵꒱The cooking scenes were cute and very domestic 😊
꒰🤍꒱ There were some parts in the beginning of the story where I had like…theories. I was right with those theories !!!
౨ৎ ˖ ࣪⊹ •💙•⊹₊ ⋆୨ৎ
🏫Characters🌲
Brie Casey 👩🏫
Brie Queso. Hilarious nickname, but please never say that to some whose name is something like that…
But anyways, Brie was a tolerable character. I liked how she was able to face her fears, such as the judgement of others, and is able to step up for what is right. Yeah…that’s pretty much all I have to say about Brie.
Sawyer Strong 🪵
He seems kinda smexy…but that’s not the point. Sawyer is a bit of a yellow(ish) green flag, in my opinion. Like he was shitty as a kid and had his scenes as an adult, but this is due to others expectations. He THANKFULLY went to THERAPY(what many, many book characters should do) and sorted his issues out. He also, just like Brie, stepped up for himself and became a better person.
That’s also all I have to say about Sawyer.
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Thank you so much for reading my ARC review!! Now it’s time for me to finish the rest of the currently read books before 2026…GOOD BYE!! 👋
January 4, 2026
I'd rate it a 3.5-3.75 star if GR would only let us! ARC review.
**Small & Silly Description**
Brie has a very special kind of Stockholm Syndrom where she falls in love with her childhood bully, because, well, he's hot.
In a shocking turn of events, when she returns to the town she grew up in, he's the one who matured and she really needs therapy.
**World Building & Plot**
Mills really knows how to set a story. With just enough detail, you get a very clear image of the town Brie returns to. It's not exactly a charming village, but that's okay. It's not Dream Harbor. It's not Stars Hollow. It's a bit more gritty and because of that, a bit more alive, a bit more real.
The plot is very predictable but in romance, I don't think that's a bad thing.
** Characters & Dialogue**
Brie is - yes, this is Frank - emotionally damaged. She has such unprocessed trauma that seeps into every relationship that she has. I found myself not really looking forward to reading it because it wasn't lighthearted.
Sawyer - even though I thought it a *bit* weird he fell in love at FOUR and never wavered (I guess I'm not a hopeless romantic after all) - I'm very proud of him. He did do therapy, and was just an all-round mature human being. In the end, I really rooted for him.
The side characters were maybe not super clearly defined, I think I wanted to know more about Dev? And the sisters? I'm curious to their development arc.
Many other characters have serious Umbridge energy. You hate them and you hope they die.
The dialogue was sometimes banter-y, sometimes romantic, sometimes annoyingly frustrating.
But that's life, life is also messy and the dialogue mirrored that. It shows that Mills has quite a range and really knows how to put in depth and complexity in her characters.
**Overall review**
I didn't hate it, but it wasn't relaxing and I won't read it again. That's on me - I read to escape and I prefer to escape to pink clouds or fantasy worlds. Not unprocessed trauma and continued bullying and discrimination.
**Read it if...**
Definitely read it if you're all for open door romance, second chance, and you want some depth to your characters.
Don't read it if bullying is some kind of trigger for you - it goes really far and the FMC is really traumatized and did NOT process any of it.
**Small & Silly Description**
Brie has a very special kind of Stockholm Syndrom where she falls in love with her childhood bully, because, well, he's hot.
In a shocking turn of events, when she returns to the town she grew up in, he's the one who matured and she really needs therapy.
**World Building & Plot**
Mills really knows how to set a story. With just enough detail, you get a very clear image of the town Brie returns to. It's not exactly a charming village, but that's okay. It's not Dream Harbor. It's not Stars Hollow. It's a bit more gritty and because of that, a bit more alive, a bit more real.
The plot is very predictable but in romance, I don't think that's a bad thing.
** Characters & Dialogue**
Brie is - yes, this is Frank - emotionally damaged. She has such unprocessed trauma that seeps into every relationship that she has. I found myself not really looking forward to reading it because it wasn't lighthearted.
Sawyer - even though I thought it a *bit* weird he fell in love at FOUR and never wavered (I guess I'm not a hopeless romantic after all) - I'm very proud of him. He did do therapy, and was just an all-round mature human being. In the end, I really rooted for him.
The side characters were maybe not super clearly defined, I think I wanted to know more about Dev? And the sisters? I'm curious to their development arc.
Many other characters have serious Umbridge energy. You hate them and you hope they die.
The dialogue was sometimes banter-y, sometimes romantic, sometimes annoyingly frustrating.
But that's life, life is also messy and the dialogue mirrored that. It shows that Mills has quite a range and really knows how to put in depth and complexity in her characters.
**Overall review**
I didn't hate it, but it wasn't relaxing and I won't read it again. That's on me - I read to escape and I prefer to escape to pink clouds or fantasy worlds. Not unprocessed trauma and continued bullying and discrimination.
**Read it if...**
Definitely read it if you're all for open door romance, second chance, and you want some depth to your characters.
Don't read it if bullying is some kind of trigger for you - it goes really far and the FMC is really traumatized and did NOT process any of it.
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