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From the Top
Falling for the dance captain was never part of the plan...
Cami Simpson is the ‘it girl’—at least until a string of terrible decisions leads to no boyfriend, no captainship of the dance team, and no fancy apartment. Due to a mold outbreak at her place, she’s forced to relocate to a co-ed dorm as a senior. And to top it off, she finds out she’s at risk of not graduating due to an error in her schedule. Talk about the worst senior year ever.
Frederick Brady the IV would never admit the massive crush he once had on the dance darling. Not to anyone. They’d almost had a moment a year ago, but she crushed him, so she’s the last person he wants to live next to. It doesn’t matter though. He’s on his way out to an internship and almost done with school where he can leave his heartbreak and data foes behind.
Neither expected to form a friendship or know what to do about their insane chemistry. With late nights, insides jokes, and the rare comfort they find in each other… lines blur, and the popular girl gets with the nerdy guy. Only, Freddie’s done this before and knows how it ends. His insecurities clash with Cami’s need to be picked first, so when Freddie has to choose where to attend his internship, he can either pick the job or the girl. And for the guy who’s set on protecting his heart, well, he might break hers in the process.
Cami Simpson is the ‘it girl’—at least until a string of terrible decisions leads to no boyfriend, no captainship of the dance team, and no fancy apartment. Due to a mold outbreak at her place, she’s forced to relocate to a co-ed dorm as a senior. And to top it off, she finds out she’s at risk of not graduating due to an error in her schedule. Talk about the worst senior year ever.
Frederick Brady the IV would never admit the massive crush he once had on the dance darling. Not to anyone. They’d almost had a moment a year ago, but she crushed him, so she’s the last person he wants to live next to. It doesn’t matter though. He’s on his way out to an internship and almost done with school where he can leave his heartbreak and data foes behind.
Neither expected to form a friendship or know what to do about their insane chemistry. With late nights, insides jokes, and the rare comfort they find in each other… lines blur, and the popular girl gets with the nerdy guy. Only, Freddie’s done this before and knows how it ends. His insecurities clash with Cami’s need to be picked first, so when Freddie has to choose where to attend his internship, he can either pick the job or the girl. And for the guy who’s set on protecting his heart, well, he might break hers in the process.
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First published January 23, 2022
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39 books1,252 followersJaqueline Snowe lives in Arizona where the "dry heat" really isn't that bad. She prefers drinking coffee all hours of the day and snacking on anything that has peanut butter or chocolate. She is the mother to two dogs who don’t realize they aren’t humans and a = mom to the sweetest boy. She is an avid reader and writer of romances and tends to write about athletes. Her husband works for an MLB team (not a player, lol) so she knows more about baseball than any human ever should.
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February 23, 2023
2.5-3 stars ✨
❥ I liked the nerdy guy + misunderstood party girl with a bad reputation pairing.
Edit: The below take has offended certain people with strong feminist views. I've had two critical comments, that I've now deleted. One called me a raging misogynist for using the word "sluttiest." If I'm a misogynist for judging how the heroine dresses, so be it. idgaf over a fictional character in a mediocre contemporary romance book. I had a fun convo with a friend I like in the comment section; I'm not entertaining any more critical comments - they'll get deleted. Write your own review. I suppose a more nuanced criticism on my end is that I didn't like the heroine's sense of style - I would suggest the author research fashion trends before writing characters and maybe include cuter outfits (they can still be revealing). I might have been more forgiving then.
❥ The heroine complaining about not being taken seriously while wearing the sluttiest outfits possible everywhere was eye-roll inducing. The author describes the heroine as barely wearing a top that could qualify as a bra to a party and skin tight booty shorts. That kind of outfit isn't even cute. It would've been nice if the author gave the heroine a better sense of style. I get why the heroine liked to show off her body, but there are still cuter outfits she could've wore that would've done that.
❥ The author described the MMC as going 'feral' in bed and I didn't feel that, but the potential was there. I think the author could've kept the MMC respectful, sweet, but had him throw down in bed more.
❥ This author's writing has potential, it's hard to put my finger on it, but I think there's room for improvement. I think she could develop the book even more, make it even more engaging by adding more backstories to her characters (including childhood), adding even more drama to the plot, I don't know something.
❥ I did read through this book quickly, this book caught my attention so there's that. I started skimming after the first time they had sex because once they got together I felt no more tension in their relationship and the HEA felt inevitable.
❥ I liked the nerdy guy + misunderstood party girl with a bad reputation pairing.
Edit: The below take has offended certain people with strong feminist views. I've had two critical comments, that I've now deleted. One called me a raging misogynist for using the word "sluttiest." If I'm a misogynist for judging how the heroine dresses, so be it. idgaf over a fictional character in a mediocre contemporary romance book. I had a fun convo with a friend I like in the comment section; I'm not entertaining any more critical comments - they'll get deleted. Write your own review. I suppose a more nuanced criticism on my end is that I didn't like the heroine's sense of style - I would suggest the author research fashion trends before writing characters and maybe include cuter outfits (they can still be revealing). I might have been more forgiving then.
❥ The heroine complaining about not being taken seriously while wearing the sluttiest outfits possible everywhere was eye-roll inducing. The author describes the heroine as barely wearing a top that could qualify as a bra to a party and skin tight booty shorts. That kind of outfit isn't even cute. It would've been nice if the author gave the heroine a better sense of style. I get why the heroine liked to show off her body, but there are still cuter outfits she could've wore that would've done that.
❥ The author described the MMC as going 'feral' in bed and I didn't feel that, but the potential was there. I think the author could've kept the MMC respectful, sweet, but had him throw down in bed more.
❥ This author's writing has potential, it's hard to put my finger on it, but I think there's room for improvement. I think she could develop the book even more, make it even more engaging by adding more backstories to her characters (including childhood), adding even more drama to the plot, I don't know something.
❥ I did read through this book quickly, this book caught my attention so there's that. I started skimming after the first time they had sex because once they got together I felt no more tension in their relationship and the HEA felt inevitable.
June 20, 2022
From The Top was one of those books that attracted me because of the cover – helloooo, it has a model wearing glasses! I’m a slut sucker for romance heroes who wear glasses. Don’t ask me why. I don’t have a reason for it! And then I read the summary and saw it was about an “it” girl and a nerd, I just knew I had to have it. Jaqueline Snowe saw me flailing over it and was lovely enough to send me an ARC and I’m so grateful she did because I’m now a fan!
The popular heroine meets nerdy hero pairing is underused in romance, in my opinion, so it’s nice to come across books that do that trope well. What’s even better is when we are able to get both of their POVs in the story. From the Topallows us to be inside both Cami and Freddie’s heads which was great because you get to see their public and private personas. The book does a good job at challenging the notion of judging people from their exterior/rumors.
On the outside, Cami is a popular party and dance-team girl who has a reputation for being wild and “easy”. In reality, she’s more a hardworking young woman who never really takes seriously. It’s almost like she’s an airhead who lacks a lot of self-consciousness to everyone around her including her twin sister. As a reader, you get to discover all the intricacies of her character and I have to say, I loved every bit of Cami. My heart did ache for poor Cami when she felt lonely and hurt – for instance, no one really saw her as a relationship-type of girl which infuriated me. Man, I wanted to FIGHT every single person in this book who undervalued her. There were times when I wanted to shake her family members especially because this girl did not deserve to be treated the way she was!
Luckily for her, she’s got Freddie, who has secretly been nursing a massive crush on her. Gah, Freddie! What a big, gentle, sweetheart. He was exactly what I was hoping for from his character. The man is a simp for this girl and it’s so CUTE. He didn’t think she could ever be into him, so he hides his crush and acts unapproachable. He’s also nursing with some lingering self-esteem issues as a result of an ex relationship, so he’s not exactly a character who draws people to him. Freddie, though, is an actual softie. I loved how he saw Cami for who she was and saw what a great girl was underneath. Had me out here weeping into my pillows because he was so darn gone for this girl and worshipped the ground she walked on. Name me one man who would separate out the yellow skittles from the rest just because they are your favorite! They simply do not make real life men like this.
From The Top makes great use of the forced proximity trope to bring Freddie and Cami together. They are forced to move into a dorm building together when there’s a mold outbreak in their building. Cami thinks that Freddie dislikes him and vice versa. MUTUAL PINING, ANYONE????? So, there’s some tension there laced with sexual attraction that the two need to work on.
Their proximity, in a way, allow them to see each other’s vulnerabilities. They wind up becoming good friends and eventually more. It’s a slow-burn romance and I ate it all up!! Some of you will disagree but nothing hits harder than that moment in slow-burn romance when they finally give in to their attraction. Also, y’all. FREDDIE. AND HIS MOUTH??????????? Like sir, WARN A READER, WILL YOU?? I knew there had to be a beast inside that nerdy exterior waiting to be unleashed, but I still feel like I was entirely unprepared. Had both me and Cami IN HEAT, if I’m being honest.
After reading From The Top, I went back and read Cami’s twin’s story because that’s how much I liked the author’s writing. I will also be checking out the rest of her backlist at some point this year. If you want to read a fun, swoony, and has two characters who 100000% deserved to be together, get this book!!
Content notes: on-page sex, slut-shaming, drinking, toxic coach
Relationship disclosure: Jaqueline Snowe & I are mutuals on social media
The popular heroine meets nerdy hero pairing is underused in romance, in my opinion, so it’s nice to come across books that do that trope well. What’s even better is when we are able to get both of their POVs in the story. From the Topallows us to be inside both Cami and Freddie’s heads which was great because you get to see their public and private personas. The book does a good job at challenging the notion of judging people from their exterior/rumors.
On the outside, Cami is a popular party and dance-team girl who has a reputation for being wild and “easy”. In reality, she’s more a hardworking young woman who never really takes seriously. It’s almost like she’s an airhead who lacks a lot of self-consciousness to everyone around her including her twin sister. As a reader, you get to discover all the intricacies of her character and I have to say, I loved every bit of Cami. My heart did ache for poor Cami when she felt lonely and hurt – for instance, no one really saw her as a relationship-type of girl which infuriated me. Man, I wanted to FIGHT every single person in this book who undervalued her. There were times when I wanted to shake her family members especially because this girl did not deserve to be treated the way she was!
Luckily for her, she’s got Freddie, who has secretly been nursing a massive crush on her. Gah, Freddie! What a big, gentle, sweetheart. He was exactly what I was hoping for from his character. The man is a simp for this girl and it’s so CUTE. He didn’t think she could ever be into him, so he hides his crush and acts unapproachable. He’s also nursing with some lingering self-esteem issues as a result of an ex relationship, so he’s not exactly a character who draws people to him. Freddie, though, is an actual softie. I loved how he saw Cami for who she was and saw what a great girl was underneath. Had me out here weeping into my pillows because he was so darn gone for this girl and worshipped the ground she walked on. Name me one man who would separate out the yellow skittles from the rest just because they are your favorite! They simply do not make real life men like this.
From The Top makes great use of the forced proximity trope to bring Freddie and Cami together. They are forced to move into a dorm building together when there’s a mold outbreak in their building. Cami thinks that Freddie dislikes him and vice versa. MUTUAL PINING, ANYONE????? So, there’s some tension there laced with sexual attraction that the two need to work on.
Their proximity, in a way, allow them to see each other’s vulnerabilities. They wind up becoming good friends and eventually more. It’s a slow-burn romance and I ate it all up!! Some of you will disagree but nothing hits harder than that moment in slow-burn romance when they finally give in to their attraction. Also, y’all. FREDDIE. AND HIS MOUTH??????????? Like sir, WARN A READER, WILL YOU?? I knew there had to be a beast inside that nerdy exterior waiting to be unleashed, but I still feel like I was entirely unprepared. Had both me and Cami IN HEAT, if I’m being honest.
After reading From The Top, I went back and read Cami’s twin’s story because that’s how much I liked the author’s writing. I will also be checking out the rest of her backlist at some point this year. If you want to read a fun, swoony, and has two characters who 100000% deserved to be together, get this book!!
Content notes: on-page sex, slut-shaming, drinking, toxic coach
Relationship disclosure: Jaqueline Snowe & I are mutuals on social media
September 8, 2022
This friends to lovers story was great. I liked it but I wasn’t invested in Freddie or Cami. Their chemistry was good. The plot was pretty straight forward. Nothing new under the sun. An okay read.
January 21, 2022
if you all want a party girl falls for nerdy boy college romance, get this book!
- she thinks he hates her but he has had a crush on her for so much time!
- they become coed dorm neighbors
- he is so shy and doesn’t know how to talk to her because he is so attracted to her
- popular girl x nerdy boy fans unite
- “that’s my girl” he does say that
- from “hate” they become besties and they share so much and then they cant stop themselves from falling in love
- he’s so caring for her i’m so weak he wants to always be by her side
pre-order this my friends!!!
- she thinks he hates her but he has had a crush on her for so much time!
- they become coed dorm neighbors
- he is so shy and doesn’t know how to talk to her because he is so attracted to her
- popular girl x nerdy boy fans unite
- “that’s my girl” he does say that
- from “hate” they become besties and they share so much and then they cant stop themselves from falling in love
- he’s so caring for her i’m so weak he wants to always be by her side
pre-order this my friends!!!
March 22, 2022
Soft nerd who goes feral + party girl is a very good trope, yes yes yes
And I need to read Naomi's book ASAP!!!!!
Content warning: emotional abuse/gaslighting (not main pairing), explicit sex scenes, toxic friendship
And I need to read Naomi's book ASAP!!!!!
Content warning: emotional abuse/gaslighting (not main pairing), explicit sex scenes, toxic friendship
November 11, 2024
A delightful mix of romance, sweetness, and personal growth.
This installment focuses on Cami, a popular dancer with plenty of rumors following her, and Freddie, a smart, determined, and slightly nerdy student with a carefully planned future. Their opposites-attract dynamic is engaging, filled with witty banter and strong chemistry that deepens as they help each other face personal challenges. The story balances romance with a thoughtful exploration of college pressures and self-discovery. While the storyline doesn’t stray far from typical romance beats, From the Top is heartfelt, entertaining, and a truly enjoyable read. 🫶
Around 4.5-4.75 ⭐️’s
This installment focuses on Cami, a popular dancer with plenty of rumors following her, and Freddie, a smart, determined, and slightly nerdy student with a carefully planned future. Their opposites-attract dynamic is engaging, filled with witty banter and strong chemistry that deepens as they help each other face personal challenges. The story balances romance with a thoughtful exploration of college pressures and self-discovery. While the storyline doesn’t stray far from typical romance beats, From the Top is heartfelt, entertaining, and a truly enjoyable read. 🫶
Around 4.5-4.75 ⭐️’s
January 17, 2023
*3.75
At the beginning I had no idea whether I was going to like this or not but I did end up liking it but I wasn't completely invested in them. There were a few things that didn't make sense to me. But they were still so cute. They had a misunderstanding at the beginning bit once that was resolved and started being friends, peeling off those layers, getting to know each other they liking each other and breaking each other's 'rule'. The skittles thing was so sweet and cute🥹
At the beginning I had no idea whether I was going to like this or not but I did end up liking it but I wasn't completely invested in them. There were a few things that didn't make sense to me. But they were still so cute. They had a misunderstanding at the beginning bit once that was resolved and started being friends, peeling off those layers, getting to know each other they liking each other and breaking each other's 'rule'. The skittles thing was so sweet and cute🥹
September 5, 2022
Cute hot nerd and a cheerleader!
October 22, 2022
i really loved freddie and cami like something about them just really did it for me idk😭🤍
May 27, 2022
I stalled out in this at around 60% because 1) I was sick and 2) I thought something was going to happen that didn't, so once I finally started feeling better and picked this back up, I was relieved to realize that I was wrong. This was pretty good! I liked the couple a lot and even though there is a late breakup, it was handled better than a lot of them that I have read over the years. I really like Cami's storyline apart from her romance in this too, I hope she gets her dance studio and it's great.
February 16, 2022
I absolutely loved Cami and Freddie's story! I need more of these nerdy heroes but sexy, alpha and protective behind closed doors. Their story was just so sweet and entertaining with amazing characters. They're made for each other and they have undeniable chemistry too. Their banter is always fun and entertaining. They're like the unlikely people to get together but they actually fit each other like puzzle pieces.
I loved just how sweet and caring Freddie is with Cami, once he gets over his shyness. I mean, he still gets shy and blushes when Cami tease him. But that's why I loved him. I loved Cami for bringing out his wild side. I loved that both of them get vulnerable with each other's issues and they're also each other's emotional support.
I loved just how sweet and caring Freddie is with Cami, once he gets over his shyness. I mean, he still gets shy and blushes when Cami tease him. But that's why I loved him. I loved Cami for bringing out his wild side. I loved that both of them get vulnerable with each other's issues and they're also each other's emotional support.
February 13, 2022
Special thanks to the author for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
Aah, I had such a fun time with this read! I can't remember the last time I read a popular girl + nerdy guy combo but... I need MORE, ASAP! The way Freddie was a simp for Cami had me swoon crying in all my single feels and I just?? 😭 He's awkward as hell sometimes but so damn sweet and I was weak for it and it's not just because I am weak for guys with glasses okay, haha!
Cami is the 'it' girl on campus with a bad reputation that says she's wild and unpredictable, a b*tch, an easy lay and dumb but that's just a well-crafted persona that she plays up in public. In reality, she's smart, passionate and hard-working even though nobody takes her seriously; not even her parents, sister or her coach. Cami was surprisingly easy to empathise with and I loved her confidence in herself. She knew what she deserved and rightly never accepted any less, but that also didn't make the continuous lack of faith from the people who were supposed to be on her side hurt any less. Keeping up with her persona also meant she had nobody and you really felt her loneliness and struggle to cope with all the bad news that came her way.
Then comes Freddie. *cue swooning* He's her opposite in every way; he prefers library study sessions and trivia nights over parties and social gatherings. He might have a large physical presence but he's shy and quiet and doesn't always do well in social situations—honestly, I related to Freddie so much? 😂 He's a serious relationship guy and was left with a broken heart and tattered confidence after his ex ended things by claiming he was too boring (oof, how I wanted to hurt someone for that)! Although he starts off being standoffish with Cami because of an incident at a party over a year ago, he can't help being pulled into her orbit and they soon strike up a sweet and unlikely friendship that turns into something more because their chemistry was undeniable! Freddie is legit one of the most genuine, sweet and caring romance heroes and he is such a lovesick fool that only wants to make Cami happy.
Honestly? I loved the way they communicated in their relationship. They both have insecurities where they feel they're not good enough and I loved how their relationship became this safe space where they can be vulnerable with each other. Being honest about your insecurities (as few or many as they might be) is tough as hell but I loved how they encouraged honesty and openness with their feelings and the way they grew together because of it! I was so so happy for them 🥲 With their undeniable chemistry that built up SO well, it's unsurprising that their steamy scenes were absolute fire! I mean, I didn't expect Freddie to go absolutely FERAL during sex but *phew*, this guy!! 🥵 Why is it a million times hotter when the nerdy/shy ones go wild in the bedroom?! Ugh, I'm so here for all of it!
If you're looking for a fun/fast read and a steamy frenemies-to-lovers situation between a popular girl and nerdy guy that's full of sweet vulnerability and explosive chemistry, then I would definitely recommend checking this out! I can't wait to go back to the first book and read about Naomi and Michael, and I can't wait for more in this series. Please tell me there's more and that it's Daniella's story with a certain athlete cos I can already *feel* the vibes there?! 👀
Aah, I had such a fun time with this read! I can't remember the last time I read a popular girl + nerdy guy combo but... I need MORE, ASAP! The way Freddie was a simp for Cami had me swoon crying in all my single feels and I just?? 😭 He's awkward as hell sometimes but so damn sweet and I was weak for it and it's not just because I am weak for guys with glasses okay, haha!
Cami is the 'it' girl on campus with a bad reputation that says she's wild and unpredictable, a b*tch, an easy lay and dumb but that's just a well-crafted persona that she plays up in public. In reality, she's smart, passionate and hard-working even though nobody takes her seriously; not even her parents, sister or her coach. Cami was surprisingly easy to empathise with and I loved her confidence in herself. She knew what she deserved and rightly never accepted any less, but that also didn't make the continuous lack of faith from the people who were supposed to be on her side hurt any less. Keeping up with her persona also meant she had nobody and you really felt her loneliness and struggle to cope with all the bad news that came her way.
Then comes Freddie. *cue swooning* He's her opposite in every way; he prefers library study sessions and trivia nights over parties and social gatherings. He might have a large physical presence but he's shy and quiet and doesn't always do well in social situations—honestly, I related to Freddie so much? 😂 He's a serious relationship guy and was left with a broken heart and tattered confidence after his ex ended things by claiming he was too boring (oof, how I wanted to hurt someone for that)! Although he starts off being standoffish with Cami because of an incident at a party over a year ago, he can't help being pulled into her orbit and they soon strike up a sweet and unlikely friendship that turns into something more because their chemistry was undeniable! Freddie is legit one of the most genuine, sweet and caring romance heroes and he is such a lovesick fool that only wants to make Cami happy.
Honestly? I loved the way they communicated in their relationship. They both have insecurities where they feel they're not good enough and I loved how their relationship became this safe space where they can be vulnerable with each other. Being honest about your insecurities (as few or many as they might be) is tough as hell but I loved how they encouraged honesty and openness with their feelings and the way they grew together because of it! I was so so happy for them 🥲 With their undeniable chemistry that built up SO well, it's unsurprising that their steamy scenes were absolute fire! I mean, I didn't expect Freddie to go absolutely FERAL during sex but *phew*, this guy!! 🥵 Why is it a million times hotter when the nerdy/shy ones go wild in the bedroom?! Ugh, I'm so here for all of it!
If you're looking for a fun/fast read and a steamy frenemies-to-lovers situation between a popular girl and nerdy guy that's full of sweet vulnerability and explosive chemistry, then I would definitely recommend checking this out! I can't wait to go back to the first book and read about Naomi and Michael, and I can't wait for more in this series. Please tell me there's more and that it's Daniella's story with a certain athlete cos I can already *feel* the vibes there?! 👀
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March 31, 2023dnf @ 22%
is not bad, just not in the mood, definitely retaking this series later!!
is not bad, just not in the mood, definitely retaking this series later!!
July 25, 2022
Cami Simpson is the most popular girl on campus, she's the captain of the dance team, every girl wants to be her and every guy wants her. Frederick Brady IV is the opposite of Cami, a nerd who likes his routines and trivia nights with his best friend Michael. In the previous book about Cami's twin sister, we saw Cami as the unreliable twin, the party girl who never put anyone first but in this book we got to see the real Cami. Freddie and Cami hit it off at a party the previous year but because of a misunderstanding things didn't really go anywhere. Now a year later, they have to move into a new dorm because their new one needs to be fixed and now Freddie and Cami are next door neighbors. I loved Cami, she was more than what she let on, she was smart, beautiful and very focused on her goals. Freddie also had his own opinions of Cami until he got to know her while living right next door to her. Freddie and Cami formed a great friendship in the process, while they both had their insecurities they were always able to talk to each other about everything. Cami was dealing with things with her dance team while Freddie was dealing with his decision for post-grad career. I really liked Cami and Freddie together, they were complete opposites but they made sense as a couple. I liked that Cami had layers to her and that Freddie was more than just a nerd with a crush. I wish that we had more of Camden, Freddie's bisexual brother who was always the life of the party. This book dealt with never judging a book by its cover because both Cami and Freddie were much more than their labels and they fell for each other. I'm now excited about Daniella and Gabe.
February 12, 2022
Awwwwwwww!!!!
It's the best feeling ever when you just read THE MOST WONDERFUL BOOK IN THE WORLD!
From The Top by Jaqueline Snowe crossed my path a few times on social media and I'm sooooo happy that I had a chance to read it!
Cami is the most popular girl on campus. Beautiful, athletic and absolutely confident.
Whereas Frederick Brady the Third is shy, quiet and totally organised.
Both are so different, but opposites attract, right?!
OMG! I JUST LOOOOOOVED THIS BOOK SO DAMN MUCH!!!
Popular girl and shy guy???
YES PLEASE!
Freddie is PERFECTION! He's soooo damn cute and absolutely sexy! But he doesn't really know that because he isn't really self-confident. SWOOOOOON ALERT!!!! It's so damn sexy when a guy doesn't really know HOW sexy he really is!!!
Ha! And there's Cami! Awww!
She's so inspiring and seems to be such an it-girl... but she honestly isn't always feeling like the most confident girl ever.
Anyway! BOTH ARE PERFECT FOR EACH OTHER! They learn so much while they're spending time together and so much more!
OMG I ABSOLUTELY LOOOOOOVED THIS BOOK!
I loved all characters and already one-clicked the story of Cami's twin sister! 💕
From The Top HAD ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING! A PURE MASTERPIECE IN MY OPINION!
Thank you so much to Jaqueline Snowe for this opportunity for an ARC.
This is my honest review in my own words.
It's the best feeling ever when you just read THE MOST WONDERFUL BOOK IN THE WORLD!
From The Top by Jaqueline Snowe crossed my path a few times on social media and I'm sooooo happy that I had a chance to read it!
Cami is the most popular girl on campus. Beautiful, athletic and absolutely confident.
Whereas Frederick Brady the Third is shy, quiet and totally organised.
Both are so different, but opposites attract, right?!
OMG! I JUST LOOOOOOVED THIS BOOK SO DAMN MUCH!!!
Popular girl and shy guy???
YES PLEASE!
Freddie is PERFECTION! He's soooo damn cute and absolutely sexy! But he doesn't really know that because he isn't really self-confident. SWOOOOOON ALERT!!!! It's so damn sexy when a guy doesn't really know HOW sexy he really is!!!
Ha! And there's Cami! Awww!
She's so inspiring and seems to be such an it-girl... but she honestly isn't always feeling like the most confident girl ever.
Anyway! BOTH ARE PERFECT FOR EACH OTHER! They learn so much while they're spending time together and so much more!
OMG I ABSOLUTELY LOOOOOOVED THIS BOOK!
I loved all characters and already one-clicked the story of Cami's twin sister! 💕
From The Top HAD ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING! A PURE MASTERPIECE IN MY OPINION!
Thank you so much to Jaqueline Snowe for this opportunity for an ARC.
This is my honest review in my own words.
February 18, 2022
I think my expectations were too high with this one, and I think I'm being generous with the 3 stars.
There were many things that annoyed me. One of the things that I absolutely hate it when someone does something just because their parents want them to. I can't stand it. And Freddy was a classic example of that. The whole conflict in the book was that he couldn't grow up and tell his parents what he wanted, and that really annoyed me.
He was also extremely insecure, and I understand why and his ex was a bitch, but when in pretty much every single chapter he was assuming what Cami thought about him, it got really fucking tiring. You'd assume that after like the fourth time he would give her the benefit of the doubt but nop. Pay therapy, please.
Eventually, I got bored with the drama and I skipped the last chapters ups. Idk, I was just disappointed.
There were many things that annoyed me. One of the things that I absolutely hate it when someone does something just because their parents want them to. I can't stand it. And Freddy was a classic example of that. The whole conflict in the book was that he couldn't grow up and tell his parents what he wanted, and that really annoyed me.
He was also extremely insecure, and I understand why and his ex was a bitch, but when in pretty much every single chapter he was assuming what Cami thought about him, it got really fucking tiring. You'd assume that after like the fourth time he would give her the benefit of the doubt but nop. Pay therapy, please.
Eventually, I got bored with the drama and I skipped the last chapters ups. Idk, I was just disappointed.
October 17, 2022
three stars! ⋆ ˚｡⋆୨୧˚ there is a lot of making out happening where the characters keep their eyes open and it is… a choice for sure.
anyways, kinda ran into the same issues with this book as the first- writing was meh, characters were meh, plotline was eh. i liked freddie’s character but he was such a pushover tbh. and i really didn’t understand cami’s whole “i’m gonna let everyone just think i’m this dumb blonde ice queen bc it’s easier and then get upset when someone thinks i’m a dumb blonde ice queen” thing…. like girl. you really played yourself. i understand where she was coming from to a degree but it just got annoying real quick. overall not the worst book but not really anything special either, imo!
anyways, kinda ran into the same issues with this book as the first- writing was meh, characters were meh, plotline was eh. i liked freddie’s character but he was such a pushover tbh. and i really didn’t understand cami’s whole “i’m gonna let everyone just think i’m this dumb blonde ice queen bc it’s easier and then get upset when someone thinks i’m a dumb blonde ice queen” thing…. like girl. you really played yourself. i understand where she was coming from to a degree but it just got annoying real quick. overall not the worst book but not really anything special either, imo!
January 30, 2022
Rating: 4.5 ✨
ARC provided in exchange for an honest review
Cami was introduced in tbe first book and I was intrigued by her character. When I heard she is getting her own book I had to read it. And it was one of the best decisions.
Cami is a party going girl who loves dancing. Her dream to lead the dance team is destroyed. She then has to move in with the guy she hates, Freddie. A fellow student, who is a nerd and doesnt party much. But he is the LOML!!! HE IS THE BESTTT!!!
Their relationship slowly develops from hate to friends to lovers. The roommate trope was done justice too!!!!
The growth in their character was so well depicted. I love how they reflected on their past and learnt to grow up.
The sorting out if yellow skittles!!! Please!!! 😭😭😭😭
ARC provided in exchange for an honest review
Cami was introduced in tbe first book and I was intrigued by her character. When I heard she is getting her own book I had to read it. And it was one of the best decisions.
Cami is a party going girl who loves dancing. Her dream to lead the dance team is destroyed. She then has to move in with the guy she hates, Freddie. A fellow student, who is a nerd and doesnt party much. But he is the LOML!!! HE IS THE BESTTT!!!
Their relationship slowly develops from hate to friends to lovers. The roommate trope was done justice too!!!!
The growth in their character was so well depicted. I love how they reflected on their past and learnt to grow up.
The sorting out if yellow skittles!!! Please!!! 😭😭😭😭
April 12, 2023
Enjoyable Nerdy Romance.. 🤓😍❤️
I loved her character has different layers like onions which needed to be peeled and he considered himself the man who is taking charge to peel her layers😍🙈
Every turning of page is exciting and this college romance is amazing 👌
I loved her character has different layers like onions which needed to be peeled and he considered himself the man who is taking charge to peel her layers😍🙈
Every turning of page is exciting and this college romance is amazing 👌
December 30, 2024
i thought i wasn’t going to like this book that much, but it turns out that i’m obsessed with freddie & cami. i literally could not put this book down. i love their love so much and i’m so excited for the next book!!!
February 19, 2022
2.5/5
It was fine? But I enjoyed the first one more.
It was fine? But I enjoyed the first one more.
June 2, 2024
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3⁺˖✧
“I was privileged to see parts of her that the rest of campus didn’t, and in a weird way, it made me feel special.”
July 4, 2024
"But she was a light, and I was a moth, and I was so drawn to her. I could sketch her entire face from memory, including the dusting of freckles that lined her nose."
Goodness gracious such a fantastic read! It's NA College set romance and i loved it! First time reading from this author and i was not disappointed. Freddy and Cami were everything. Loved that Freddy was so awkward and a gentle giant and an introvert and a relationship type of guy yet sensitive and just the best Hero, and Cami she was the popular hot ice queen that hides her insecurities behind a fake persona but she loves her dance team and is really a smart cookie but who deals with self sabotaging herself. She was goals tho with her sassyness i enjoyed her, the storyline was fantastic and the Main characters were great as well..
ARC provided for free in exchange for a honest review all opinions are my own.
Goodness gracious such a fantastic read! It's NA College set romance and i loved it! First time reading from this author and i was not disappointed. Freddy and Cami were everything. Loved that Freddy was so awkward and a gentle giant and an introvert and a relationship type of guy yet sensitive and just the best Hero, and Cami she was the popular hot ice queen that hides her insecurities behind a fake persona but she loves her dance team and is really a smart cookie but who deals with self sabotaging herself. She was goals tho with her sassyness i enjoyed her, the storyline was fantastic and the Main characters were great as well..
ARC provided for free in exchange for a honest review all opinions are my own.
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April 19, 2023Frederick 🧎🏻♀️ Brady 🧎🏻♀️
😍😍😍
(Do not judge this series on the first book, that was shocking. This was so good)
😍😍😍
(Do not judge this series on the first book, that was shocking. This was so good)
June 20, 2024
Cami is a college senior. She's worked hard these past few years, but now it seems like everything's falling apart. She expected to be made captain of her school's dance team, but instead that position is given to a junior. She's being temporarily moved out of the dream on-campus apartment she saved up for and into a co-ed dorm with no air conditioning. To top it all off, she also learns she's missing a couple required classes and will end up having a heavier course load than expected.
All her life, Cami has projected a certain image - she's cool, strong, and confident. She's proud of her body and her abilities, and she's used to ignoring other people's assumptions about her. However, she's recently started to realize that the assumptions made about her have negatively affected others in her life, such as her twin sister.
Freddie is an engineering student who's had a crush on Cami for a while, but an incident a year ago taught him that girls like her don't fall for guys like him. His ex-girlfriend underscored that message by dumping him for being too boring. Now Cami's living in the dorm room next to his, and as he gets to know her better, he realizes he may have misjudged her.
My description is choppy and not very good, but I'm not really in the mood to try to fix it. Basically, both Cami and Freddie had stuff going on outside of their attraction to each other that was complicating their lives. Cami struggled with feeling alone and was prone to self-destructive behavior (drinking, partying, doing risky things, etc.) as a way of dealing with her negative emotions. Dance was the thing that grounded her, so not becoming her team's captain really shook her. Meanwhile, Freddie was applying for internships and worried about disappointing his family if he didn't intern at his uncle's company.
This was one of my purchases at the latest Book Bonanza. One of the people at her table said "nerdy guy and popular girl," and I just decided to go for it.
It took about half the book for Cami and Freddie to really grow on me. With Freddie, part of what won me over was seeing him be a genuinely nice and supportive guy even when he was feeling embarrassed or hurt. With Cami, it took seeing her do difficult things for the sake of her dance team. If you're a fan of Legally Blonde (which is referenced at least a time or two in the book), there's a really nice part where Cami's team shows their support for her that made me think of that movie and Elle's sorority sisters - the difference here was that Cami didn't realize they'd come forward and support her like that. I saw more of Happy Death Day's Tree Gelbman in Cami than Legally Blonde's Elle Woods, though.
Snowe's writing style didn't really appeal to me, but I ended up liking Cami and Freddie and the way things were handled with the dance team enough that I might take a look through her backlist and try something else with tropes I generally like.
(Original review posted on A Library Girl's Familiar Diversions.)
All her life, Cami has projected a certain image - she's cool, strong, and confident. She's proud of her body and her abilities, and she's used to ignoring other people's assumptions about her. However, she's recently started to realize that the assumptions made about her have negatively affected others in her life, such as her twin sister.
Freddie is an engineering student who's had a crush on Cami for a while, but an incident a year ago taught him that girls like her don't fall for guys like him. His ex-girlfriend underscored that message by dumping him for being too boring. Now Cami's living in the dorm room next to his, and as he gets to know her better, he realizes he may have misjudged her.
My description is choppy and not very good, but I'm not really in the mood to try to fix it. Basically, both Cami and Freddie had stuff going on outside of their attraction to each other that was complicating their lives. Cami struggled with feeling alone and was prone to self-destructive behavior (drinking, partying, doing risky things, etc.) as a way of dealing with her negative emotions. Dance was the thing that grounded her, so not becoming her team's captain really shook her. Meanwhile, Freddie was applying for internships and worried about disappointing his family if he didn't intern at his uncle's company.
This was one of my purchases at the latest Book Bonanza. One of the people at her table said "nerdy guy and popular girl," and I just decided to go for it.
It took about half the book for Cami and Freddie to really grow on me. With Freddie, part of what won me over was seeing him be a genuinely nice and supportive guy even when he was feeling embarrassed or hurt. With Cami, it took seeing her do difficult things for the sake of her dance team. If you're a fan of Legally Blonde (which is referenced at least a time or two in the book), there's a really nice part where Cami's team shows their support for her that made me think of that movie and Elle's sorority sisters - the difference here was that Cami didn't realize they'd come forward and support her like that. I saw more of Happy Death Day's Tree Gelbman in Cami than Legally Blonde's Elle Woods, though.
Snowe's writing style didn't really appeal to me, but I ended up liking Cami and Freddie and the way things were handled with the dance team enough that I might take a look through her backlist and try something else with tropes I generally like.
(Original review posted on A Library Girl's Familiar Diversions.)
August 9, 2022
Cami Simpson is the queen of the school - beautiful, talented, popular… she’s the whole package, and she knows it. Her life is perfect, at least, until everything falls apart her senior year. Now, Cami is forced to relocate to a co-ed dorm her senior year, and to add insult to injury, she’s not even dance captain. To make matters worse, her new neighbor is the attractive nerd who never looks her way. Cami fully expects her last year of college to be horrible, but she never expected to form a friendship with Frederick Brady, of all people.
Frederick Brady has always had his head on straight. When everything goes to hell his senior year of college, he’s comforted by the fact that in only a few more months, he’ll be done. Now, he just has to survive being the next door neighbor of pretty and popular Cami Simpson - the girl he’s never been able to get out of his head. Despite everything, Freddie and Cami form an unlikely friendship that turns into a deep, intense attraction. But will Freddie’s insecurities and Cami’s fears destroy their relationship before it can even begin?
Oh. My. Gosh. Freddie and Cami’s story was heart wrenching perfection. I’m always a sucker for that “nerdy guy gets the popular girl” trope, but this spin on that was beautifully unique. I absolutely loved that Freddie and Cami formed a friendship before they gave in to their feelings. I think this book dealt with a lot of issues that are relevant and valid, especially to college students. Freddie and Cami were both such wonderfully complex characters, and I truly enjoyed watching their story play out. This book was absolutely amazing in every way, and I am 100% here for it.
Cami. Oh, this poor sweet girl. She’s had a hard life, and she hides beside her ice queen persona because it’s easier than letting anyone behind her mask. Cami is content to let everyone think the worst of her, but in reality, she feels things deeply and intensely. I loved watching Freddie break down her walls and convince her that there are people who care about her. Freddie. I adored Freddie’s character for a variety of reasons, but the biggest reason is probably because of how kind he is. Freddie’s a total sweetheart, and even when he makes mistakes, I know his heart is in the right place. Freddie and Cami’s love story was beautifully written, and I adored every second of it. I completely recommend!
Frederick Brady has always had his head on straight. When everything goes to hell his senior year of college, he’s comforted by the fact that in only a few more months, he’ll be done. Now, he just has to survive being the next door neighbor of pretty and popular Cami Simpson - the girl he’s never been able to get out of his head. Despite everything, Freddie and Cami form an unlikely friendship that turns into a deep, intense attraction. But will Freddie’s insecurities and Cami’s fears destroy their relationship before it can even begin?
Oh. My. Gosh. Freddie and Cami’s story was heart wrenching perfection. I’m always a sucker for that “nerdy guy gets the popular girl” trope, but this spin on that was beautifully unique. I absolutely loved that Freddie and Cami formed a friendship before they gave in to their feelings. I think this book dealt with a lot of issues that are relevant and valid, especially to college students. Freddie and Cami were both such wonderfully complex characters, and I truly enjoyed watching their story play out. This book was absolutely amazing in every way, and I am 100% here for it.
Cami. Oh, this poor sweet girl. She’s had a hard life, and she hides beside her ice queen persona because it’s easier than letting anyone behind her mask. Cami is content to let everyone think the worst of her, but in reality, she feels things deeply and intensely. I loved watching Freddie break down her walls and convince her that there are people who care about her. Freddie. I adored Freddie’s character for a variety of reasons, but the biggest reason is probably because of how kind he is. Freddie’s a total sweetheart, and even when he makes mistakes, I know his heart is in the right place. Freddie and Cami’s love story was beautifully written, and I adored every second of it. I completely recommend!
February 16, 2022
4.5 stars - loved this!
"I was a relationship kinda guy while she was summer flings and hot weekend nights."
A year ago, Frederick Brady and Cami Simpson had a moment where they thought they connected, but the night panned out differently. Now, Freddie avoids Cami like the plague. However, being the popular girl on campus who loves attention, she can't help but poke at his serious demeanour to get a rise out of him. When they find themselves rooming next door to each other in the dorms, Freddie starts to realise that Cami is not the girl she lets everyone think she is.
"My heart was like a damn hummingbird in a sugar water buffet from the way he kissed me hard, fast, and desperate."
These two melted my heart! For a big, strapping guy, Freddie was such a soft, bashful sweetheart. It was so amusing how Cami thought he was adorable AF! The two of them were mired in insecurities and full of doubts - they both had emotional baggage to deal with and I really felt for them. On the surface, they looked like perfect people with everything going for them, but beneath the surface, they were both dealing with their own vulnerabilities. I loved how Freddie made Cami feel seen and cherished. I adored how Cami brough out the wilder, alpha side of nerdy Freddie! He was hella hot! *fans self*. A fab, heartfelt read with plenty of steam and a lot of sweetness.
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"I was a relationship kinda guy while she was summer flings and hot weekend nights."
A year ago, Frederick Brady and Cami Simpson had a moment where they thought they connected, but the night panned out differently. Now, Freddie avoids Cami like the plague. However, being the popular girl on campus who loves attention, she can't help but poke at his serious demeanour to get a rise out of him. When they find themselves rooming next door to each other in the dorms, Freddie starts to realise that Cami is not the girl she lets everyone think she is.
"My heart was like a damn hummingbird in a sugar water buffet from the way he kissed me hard, fast, and desperate."
These two melted my heart! For a big, strapping guy, Freddie was such a soft, bashful sweetheart. It was so amusing how Cami thought he was adorable AF! The two of them were mired in insecurities and full of doubts - they both had emotional baggage to deal with and I really felt for them. On the surface, they looked like perfect people with everything going for them, but beneath the surface, they were both dealing with their own vulnerabilities. I loved how Freddie made Cami feel seen and cherished. I adored how Cami brough out the wilder, alpha side of nerdy Freddie! He was hella hot! *fans self*. A fab, heartfelt read with plenty of steam and a lot of sweetness.
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Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/review/R3FK5LZ...
February 26, 2025
4.5⭐|2🌶|10%🌶frequency
WOW, I didn't expect this book to be about Cami 😱
Yes, I still don't read blurbs or anything 🤣 So I was really surprised. Especially because I couldn't stand her in the previous book. She is Naomi's twin sister and they nearly hated each other for years.
But I really quickly changed my opinion about her and started to love her 😎 I felt even sorry for everything that happened in the past and at the beginning of the book. So much crap 😖 She is definitely not the strong girl everyone thinks she is.
Not loving Freddie wasn't an option at any point 😁 I already liked him in the previous book. He is a nerdy introvert. So he is the opposite of what everyone thinks about Cami. He is HUGE. God, he is so HUGE 🤩 He is such a teddy bear 🩷 But he is very strict with his Skittles 🤣 He isn't a sports guy, but he is huge 🥵
I loved the book. And I loved the "hate" that was between Cami and Freddie at the beginning 🤣 And the annoyance when they found out they aren't just neighbors, but will live wall to wall for a while 🤣 So lots of funny situations 😉 But with all the crap that happens in Cami's life, there is again a lot of sad moments 😞
Now I'm excited about who will be the couple in the next book 😎
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WOW, I didn't expect this book to be about Cami 😱
Yes, I still don't read blurbs or anything 🤣 So I was really surprised. Especially because I couldn't stand her in the previous book. She is Naomi's twin sister and they nearly hated each other for years.
But I really quickly changed my opinion about her and started to love her 😎 I felt even sorry for everything that happened in the past and at the beginning of the book. So much crap 😖 She is definitely not the strong girl everyone thinks she is.
Not loving Freddie wasn't an option at any point 😁 I already liked him in the previous book. He is a nerdy introvert. So he is the opposite of what everyone thinks about Cami. He is HUGE. God, he is so HUGE 🤩 He is such a teddy bear 🩷 But he is very strict with his Skittles 🤣 He isn't a sports guy, but he is huge 🥵
I loved the book. And I loved the "hate" that was between Cami and Freddie at the beginning 🤣 And the annoyance when they found out they aren't just neighbors, but will live wall to wall for a while 🤣 So lots of funny situations 😉 But with all the crap that happens in Cami's life, there is again a lot of sad moments 😞
Now I'm excited about who will be the couple in the next book 😎
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February 14, 2022
This is a really good book for younger romance lovers. I read the first book which was good also. It is not a must, but it did help me to understand the dynamics between Cami and her twin sister in college. I hated that Cami always felt like she came second to everyone, especially with her sister. Cami tended to be a little on the wild side because that was what people thought of her. But was she really as wild as her reputation? Her love of dance is what always kept her going. I loved what a dork Freddie was, but he was so good looking and had a heart of gold. Just when Freddie thought he was connecting with Cami, there was a big misunderstanding. I loved watching the two develop feelings and how they started being there for each other as the both had baggage. It was a good story that I encourage you to read. I was given a copy and voluntarily wrote a review.
August 2, 2022
Thank you so much, @thesmuthood @jaquelinesnowe for the arc! With that being said all opinions are my own and they would be the same had I bought the book!
This book was just amazing. Misunderstood, hard exterior Cami meets buff but shy nerdy Freddie! Just amazing. This was definitely a great read, FREE on kindle unlimited so go read it and let me know what you thought!
This book was just amazing. Misunderstood, hard exterior Cami meets buff but shy nerdy Freddie! Just amazing. This was definitely a great read, FREE on kindle unlimited so go read it and let me know what you thought!
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