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Take Your Shot
Sometimes, the girl who has it all—really doesn’t.
At first glance, high-school basketball superstar Logan Watts is living the American dream—perfect grades, perfect appearance, perfect boyfriend, and a college athletic scholarship already lined up. But if people looked deeper, they’d see Logan is plagued by the loss of her older brother and unending internal questions about what’s missing from her life. Logan’s world is turned upside down when she catches Carter Shaw—the witty and stylish head of the school newspaper, and the only out lesbian in school—staring at her in class.
A high-school romance is not on Carter’s radar. She just wants to survive the year so she can move on and enjoy the freedoms of college. But when a chance encounter puts her alone with Logan for hours, Carter discovers just how much they have in common.
And Logan realizes Carter could be that thing she’s felt was missing all along…
At first glance, high-school basketball superstar Logan Watts is living the American dream—perfect grades, perfect appearance, perfect boyfriend, and a college athletic scholarship already lined up. But if people looked deeper, they’d see Logan is plagued by the loss of her older brother and unending internal questions about what’s missing from her life. Logan’s world is turned upside down when she catches Carter Shaw—the witty and stylish head of the school newspaper, and the only out lesbian in school—staring at her in class.
A high-school romance is not on Carter’s radar. She just wants to survive the year so she can move on and enjoy the freedoms of college. But when a chance encounter puts her alone with Logan for hours, Carter discovers just how much they have in common.
And Logan realizes Carter could be that thing she’s felt was missing all along…
208 pages, Paperback
Published May 12, 2022
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About the author
Riley Scott
36 books18 followersIn addition to having published poetry and short stories, Riley Scott has worked as a grant and press writer and a marketing professional. She holds a degree in journalism. A chunk of life spent in the Bible Belt has given her a close-up look at the struggles facing the LGBT community in Small Town, America, and she strives to bring these to light through her writing. Although she recently moved to Florida, she is a proud New Mexican with a passion for her partner (who, if you'll note, is listed ahead of green chile), green chile, dogs, and lively literature. She lives in Pensacola with her partner and two beloved dogs.
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May 15, 2022
3.50 Stars. A cute and lighthearted YA read. This is my forth book by Scott, and my favorite of hers to date. If you follow my reviews you will know I’m a big YA fan, especially if it is filled with lots of emotions and angst, which is not the case in this book but sometimes you just want to read something sweet that puts a smile on your face. There is nothing new here, and there is nothing that will blow you away, but it’s a good choice if you just want an easy, feel good read that has a cute sapphic romance.
The main characters are nice and likeable, and as a result the romance is super cute. Instead of the “one bed” trope, Scott uses the “one car” trope that gives the characters time to really see each other. I do think they fell in “like” a little fast, especially since this is a toaster oven romance, but they both just turned 18 and I guess we all fell into “like” pretty quickly at that age anyway. There is lots of cuddling, kissing and such, and the characters talk about sex, but there are no explicit scenes and everything is pretty PG. Overall, the relationship is just high on the cute scale.
I do have to say that I found the beginning to be a little rocky. Sometimes when you read a YA, you can tell that it was written by an adult, well I was getting that vibe and I just thought the book was trying too hard at first. Luckily, Scott found her groove and the book got better the more I read.
There are quite a few conflict moments, and even some trauma, but anytime conflict popped up, it was quickly resolved. I found myself reading these big moments, thinking what’s going to happen? And I would not have to wait for an answer as the characters would handle it right away. Part of me didn’t like this as I was hoping for something emotional and deeper, but when I realized this really was a sweet and mostly feel-good type of book, it made sense that these conflict moments were resolved in such a fast way.
TLDR: This was a lighthearted, mostly feel good read with a sweet YA romance. This was not a YA book that had a lot of emotion, angst, and substance, but a lot still happened which kept me turning the pages. I guess you could say that this is a YA romance that has a beachy read feel to it. As fun as angst and drama are, sometimes you just need something sweet to read and this book would be a good choice.
An ARC was given to me for a review.
The main characters are nice and likeable, and as a result the romance is super cute. Instead of the “one bed” trope, Scott uses the “one car” trope that gives the characters time to really see each other. I do think they fell in “like” a little fast, especially since this is a toaster oven romance, but they both just turned 18 and I guess we all fell into “like” pretty quickly at that age anyway. There is lots of cuddling, kissing and such, and the characters talk about sex, but there are no explicit scenes and everything is pretty PG. Overall, the relationship is just high on the cute scale.
I do have to say that I found the beginning to be a little rocky. Sometimes when you read a YA, you can tell that it was written by an adult, well I was getting that vibe and I just thought the book was trying too hard at first. Luckily, Scott found her groove and the book got better the more I read.
There are quite a few conflict moments, and even some trauma, but anytime conflict popped up, it was quickly resolved. I found myself reading these big moments, thinking what’s going to happen? And I would not have to wait for an answer as the characters would handle it right away. Part of me didn’t like this as I was hoping for something emotional and deeper, but when I realized this really was a sweet and mostly feel-good type of book, it made sense that these conflict moments were resolved in such a fast way.
TLDR: This was a lighthearted, mostly feel good read with a sweet YA romance. This was not a YA book that had a lot of emotion, angst, and substance, but a lot still happened which kept me turning the pages. I guess you could say that this is a YA romance that has a beachy read feel to it. As fun as angst and drama are, sometimes you just need something sweet to read and this book would be a good choice.
An ARC was given to me for a review.
April 21, 2022
Logan Watts is sitting pretty on a college basketball scholarship starting next year, a boyfriend of three years, good grades and a great group of friends. What she isn’t expecting is her attraction to the openly out editor of her high school newspaper. Carter Shaw is just trying to keep her head down and avoid any high school drama. She is waiting until college to fully live her lesbian life.
Take Your Shot is a well written and engaging YA novel which brought me back to my high school glory days. It is gratifying to read stories about resilient young women who are comfortable in their own skin. Carter is sure to become a much needed role model.
This story really worked for me. Scott creatively choosing to make the main characters be high school seniors brought a level of maturity you don’t often see in a YA novel. This difference combined with Scott’s accomplished writing style, positive pacing and stellar character development makes Take Your Shot a must read to any age group.
I received an advance review copy from Bella Books through NetGalley. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Take Your Shot is a well written and engaging YA novel which brought me back to my high school glory days. It is gratifying to read stories about resilient young women who are comfortable in their own skin. Carter is sure to become a much needed role model.
This story really worked for me. Scott creatively choosing to make the main characters be high school seniors brought a level of maturity you don’t often see in a YA novel. This difference combined with Scott’s accomplished writing style, positive pacing and stellar character development makes Take Your Shot a must read to any age group.
I received an advance review copy from Bella Books through NetGalley. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
April 24, 2022
Carter is the only out lesbian at her high school and, as a senior, is ready to graduate so she can start the rest of her life. Logan is on the basketball team and has had a steady boyfriend for years but is starting to wonder why the editor of the school newspaper commands more of her attention than her boyfriend does.
This was a cute coming of age book filled with all those feelings from so long ago. I enjoyed reading this, it was well written and the characters were cute and engaging. It was a low angst story that was lighthearted. I’d recommend it if you’re in the mood for an easy, light read with little drama.
This was a cute coming of age book filled with all those feelings from so long ago. I enjoyed reading this, it was well written and the characters were cute and engaging. It was a low angst story that was lighthearted. I’d recommend it if you’re in the mood for an easy, light read with little drama.
June 18, 2024
What a wonderful YA love story! Logan is a star basketball player, has great grades and has had a boyfriend for 3 years. Carter is an out lesbian who runs the schools newspaper and has a crush on Logan. When Logan realizes she's got a crush on Carter and she really doesn't like her boyfriend, things get interesting. I really enjoyed this story! 5 stars!
January 11, 2023
I thought this was really cute, but ultimately forgettable. I think it needed just a bit more angst considering the age of the characters (seniors in high school) and who they are in the hierarchy of their high school. Teenagers are angsty by default, anyway, but when you're dealing with understanding your sexual identity and everything that comes with that, I expect this to have a bit more substance. But it is very cute and both of the main characters are lovely. Also, please more sapphic basketball stories, please!
May 30, 2022
A very sweet, angst free, read that'll put a smile on your face.
September 2, 2024
This was interesting. It was a YA, but read a lot like an adult lesfic. The chemistry was decent, but it felt like there was a bit too much going on plot wise that took away from the two leads getting to know one another better.
The other letdown was despite one of the leads being a basketball player and the other lead being quite into the sport there was very little basketball talk.
If you're looking for a book centered around sports, this one might not be the right one. If you're a lesfic reader and want to try a different age group, you might find this read more comfortable within the YA genre.
The other letdown was despite one of the leads being a basketball player and the other lead being quite into the sport there was very little basketball talk.
If you're looking for a book centered around sports, this one might not be the right one. If you're a lesfic reader and want to try a different age group, you might find this read more comfortable within the YA genre.
April 17, 2022
This story was cute, but there wasn’t a whole lot of substance. I absolutely loved both MCs, and I loved Logan’s growth arc, but so just wish it went more into depth about it. The story seemed to kind of just skim the surface on sexuality and identity, but it told a sweet story about two awesome MCs finding each other, so I’m okay with it.
I was given an ARC of this book by NetGalley and Bella Books. All opinions are my own.
I was given an ARC of this book by NetGalley and Bella Books. All opinions are my own.
May 12, 2022
I really wanted to like this. Sports gays! That’s my jam! But in the end the writing style just wasn’t for me.
Thanks NetGalley and Bella Books for the opportunity.
Thanks NetGalley and Bella Books for the opportunity.
May 22, 2023
DNF @ 76%
but counting toward my reading goal because i’d read the majority of the book
but counting toward my reading goal because i’d read the majority of the book
April 24, 2022
Now is a time when school (and public) libraries are having many books challenged for for LGBTQ content and it was nice to read a YA book that can easily sit on a Middle School and up shelf. Logan and Carter are both seniors in a private high school in NM. Logan is a star basketball player and has been dating a football athlete for three years. Carter is incredibly bright and wants to be a journalist. She has been out for two years but has never really been in a relationship figuring it can wait till college. When Carter is asked to drive Logan to an away basketball game it gives the two a chance to get to know each other for the first time as they run in very different friend groups.
I love the open and honest communication between the two girls. Carter’s mom is therapist and Carter uses phrases like “this is a safe space” when answering Logan’s questions about her sexuality. Almost too easily the two start dating after Logan breaks off with her boyfriend. It is a time of discovery and young love. The maturity level is lovely with them being able to talk about their feelings and possible intimacy. This book just feels safe, loving and low angst. There is some drama caused by the boyfriend but those close to them are very supportive. I’ve read a few books by the author and this is my new favorite. I've already re-read some passages which I do with books I really enjoy. Thank you to NetGalley and Bella Books for an eARC in exchange for an honest review. (4.5 stars)
I love the open and honest communication between the two girls. Carter’s mom is therapist and Carter uses phrases like “this is a safe space” when answering Logan’s questions about her sexuality. Almost too easily the two start dating after Logan breaks off with her boyfriend. It is a time of discovery and young love. The maturity level is lovely with them being able to talk about their feelings and possible intimacy. This book just feels safe, loving and low angst. There is some drama caused by the boyfriend but those close to them are very supportive. I’ve read a few books by the author and this is my new favorite. I've already re-read some passages which I do with books I really enjoy. Thank you to NetGalley and Bella Books for an eARC in exchange for an honest review. (4.5 stars)
May 9, 2022
Take Your Shot is an easy little read. It’s sweet, it’s realistic, it’s a really good depiction of a healthy relationship. Carter and Logan are two characters who you’ll really like from the first chapter, and continue to like them until the last page. They’re both kind and thoughtful and genuinely deserve each other. Their relationship progresses really nicely. There’s no pressure from Carter (being out and having previous experience, etc) and Logan has her own journey that’s centred around herself, not her love interest.
One thing I really enjoyed about this book was that there was no big drama. Everything that happens is reasonable and dealt with in a way that it would be in the real world. There’s no explosive reactions or massive fights over nothing. When there is more dramatic situations, the girls support each other and their friends support them too. It was nice to see instead of the usual “conflict, break up, come back together in the end” pattern.
I think younger audiences (15-18ish) will really enjoy this book. When I was reading it, some of the dialogue seemed really cringy to me, then I remembered that I had said almost the EXACT same stuff to my first love. Like word for word. Embarrassing for me, but a very authentic portrayal of a young relationship from the author.
One thing I really enjoyed about this book was that there was no big drama. Everything that happens is reasonable and dealt with in a way that it would be in the real world. There’s no explosive reactions or massive fights over nothing. When there is more dramatic situations, the girls support each other and their friends support them too. It was nice to see instead of the usual “conflict, break up, come back together in the end” pattern.
I think younger audiences (15-18ish) will really enjoy this book. When I was reading it, some of the dialogue seemed really cringy to me, then I remembered that I had said almost the EXACT same stuff to my first love. Like word for word. Embarrassing for me, but a very authentic portrayal of a young relationship from the author.
May 14, 2022
Thanks to Bella books and Netgallery for the eArc
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Take your Shot is the story of Logan Watts, star basketball player of her school, discovering her happiness, exploring her sexuality and falling in love. It's is the story of Carter Shaw, the witty girl and stylish head of the school newspaper, her first love.
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This was a refreshing story, set in a highschool with really likeable characters and a sweet fluffy plot. Logan represents a teenager who is starting to dive more into her likes and dislikes, accepting herself and coming out to the world. I've nothing but good to say about her, she's funny, hot, flirty, confident but awkward at times and humble.
Carter is shown really mature and understanding for her age which i really liked. She's kind and her whole vibe is so cool.
All considered, these two represent what a healthy relationship looks like.
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I liked the fact that the whole story carries a sense of subtly in it, there's almost nothing dramatic going on unlike the cliche ya books/movies. I liked nearly all the characters. It's simply just a fluffy sweet ya romance and a fun enjoyable read all together.
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I'll suggest this if you're looking for a short, light-hearted read.
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Take your Shot is the story of Logan Watts, star basketball player of her school, discovering her happiness, exploring her sexuality and falling in love. It's is the story of Carter Shaw, the witty girl and stylish head of the school newspaper, her first love.
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This was a refreshing story, set in a highschool with really likeable characters and a sweet fluffy plot. Logan represents a teenager who is starting to dive more into her likes and dislikes, accepting herself and coming out to the world. I've nothing but good to say about her, she's funny, hot, flirty, confident but awkward at times and humble.
Carter is shown really mature and understanding for her age which i really liked. She's kind and her whole vibe is so cool.
All considered, these two represent what a healthy relationship looks like.
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I liked the fact that the whole story carries a sense of subtly in it, there's almost nothing dramatic going on unlike the cliche ya books/movies. I liked nearly all the characters. It's simply just a fluffy sweet ya romance and a fun enjoyable read all together.
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I'll suggest this if you're looking for a short, light-hearted read.
May 3, 2022
This book was so fluffy and sweet, I absolutely loved it.
Two teens, one a bit of a nerd, one a popular basketball sporty girl struggling with her current relationship/identity. The two main characters communicate with each other so well and are both so sweet. A great coming out story.
This is a short book, which means that it was read super quickly, and I kinda wanted more!
Please note: I received an Arc from NetGalley but all opinions are my own.
Two teens, one a bit of a nerd, one a popular basketball sporty girl struggling with her current relationship/identity. The two main characters communicate with each other so well and are both so sweet. A great coming out story.
This is a short book, which means that it was read super quickly, and I kinda wanted more!
Please note: I received an Arc from NetGalley but all opinions are my own.
May 9, 2022
2.5 stars
**HUGE thank you to Bella Books for granting me an eARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review!**
Logan is a star basketball player and Carter single-handedly runs the school newspaper. Neither of them expects sparks to fly when they’re paired together for a ride to a game. What begins as friendship begins to develop in to something more, much to the surprise of supposedly-straight Logan.
Rep: Queer main character, half-Latinx lesbian main character
Content warning: Fatal car crash, sibling death, alcohol, mentions of sex, nonconsensual outing, vandalism, minor shoulder injury
This is such a sweet story! I saw so much of myself in Logan, wondering if something was broken since I never felt a spark for a guy. She and Carter have a beautiful story of trust, patience, and acceptance. Bonus points for there not being a stereotypical third-quarter miscommunication and breakup! It’s just pure, refreshing wlw love, and I’m so here for it.
The only downside is the writing style. You know the old saying “show, don’t tell” from early writing classes? I think it could’ve benefited from a lot more showing. It was hard for me to get sucked into the story since I wasn’t able to truly see the world through the characters’ eyes — the narrator did all the thinking for me. The sentences also felt a little trope-y at times. But if this had been edited a bit better, it would’ve been an immediate 5 stars!
**HUGE thank you to Bella Books for granting me an eARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review!**
Logan is a star basketball player and Carter single-handedly runs the school newspaper. Neither of them expects sparks to fly when they’re paired together for a ride to a game. What begins as friendship begins to develop in to something more, much to the surprise of supposedly-straight Logan.
Rep: Queer main character, half-Latinx lesbian main character
Content warning: Fatal car crash, sibling death, alcohol, mentions of sex, nonconsensual outing, vandalism, minor shoulder injury
This is such a sweet story! I saw so much of myself in Logan, wondering if something was broken since I never felt a spark for a guy. She and Carter have a beautiful story of trust, patience, and acceptance. Bonus points for there not being a stereotypical third-quarter miscommunication and breakup! It’s just pure, refreshing wlw love, and I’m so here for it.
The only downside is the writing style. You know the old saying “show, don’t tell” from early writing classes? I think it could’ve benefited from a lot more showing. It was hard for me to get sucked into the story since I wasn’t able to truly see the world through the characters’ eyes — the narrator did all the thinking for me. The sentences also felt a little trope-y at times. But if this had been edited a bit better, it would’ve been an immediate 5 stars!
June 10, 2024
it was a 4 starrer for me when i finished it, but thinking back on it, there really is nothing about the book that fell short
it was a beautiful coming to terms with yourself story with healthy relationships and so much communication
it was actually really refreshing, i had a great time, i love the characters
it made me feel like a teenager, having a little crush, going about it ☀️
it was a beautiful coming to terms with yourself story with healthy relationships and so much communication
it was actually really refreshing, i had a great time, i love the characters
it made me feel like a teenager, having a little crush, going about it ☀️
June 10, 2024
It was a fun and easy read
This is the kinda book you can just snuggle under the covers with. It's just a cute little read. I kinda want a sequel - just to show the college years lol.
This is the kinda book you can just snuggle under the covers with. It's just a cute little read. I kinda want a sequel - just to show the college years lol.
April 25, 2022
Carter Shaw is a high school senior who’s just trying to figure out which university she wants to attend. She knows she’s a lesbian and so do her school mates. She admits she maybe has a tiny crush on Logan Watts, the straight girl who dates the football captain and already has an athletic scholarship in hand. Logan isn’t the first straight girl Carter has crushed on, but Carter older and wiser now and doesn’t bother to approach Logan. Then, unexpectedly, she is asked to drive Logan to a basketball game in a nearby town since she’s going anyway to report the game in the school newspaper. Turns out Logan may not be as straight as everyone, including Carter, thinks she is.
Riley Scott has written a delightful coming-of-age novel that features two young women who are smart, compassionate, and willing to take risks. The dialogue between the two main characters is funny and sad, sometimes at the same time. The writing is excellent, and readers are given enough insights into both characters to feel like they know them. Unlike other YA books, there’s little angst in this story, and what little angst there is doesn’t go on for pages and doesn’t detract from the story itself.
The only flaw in the book may be that each character’s coming out story is too perfect, i.e., everyone, except the football captain, is supportive, no one harasses them, their friends all remain friends, etc. However, since not every reader will have had a horror story to tell about their coming out process, maybe it’s time to write about the many ways people have come out.
If you only read one YA coming-out story or one coming-of-age story, make it this book. If you are looking for a positive, feel-good story with two intelligent, well-adjusted young women as main characters, put this book on the top of your to-be-read list.
My thanks to Bella Books and NetGalley for an eARC.
Riley Scott has written a delightful coming-of-age novel that features two young women who are smart, compassionate, and willing to take risks. The dialogue between the two main characters is funny and sad, sometimes at the same time. The writing is excellent, and readers are given enough insights into both characters to feel like they know them. Unlike other YA books, there’s little angst in this story, and what little angst there is doesn’t go on for pages and doesn’t detract from the story itself.
The only flaw in the book may be that each character’s coming out story is too perfect, i.e., everyone, except the football captain, is supportive, no one harasses them, their friends all remain friends, etc. However, since not every reader will have had a horror story to tell about their coming out process, maybe it’s time to write about the many ways people have come out.
If you only read one YA coming-out story or one coming-of-age story, make it this book. If you are looking for a positive, feel-good story with two intelligent, well-adjusted young women as main characters, put this book on the top of your to-be-read list.
My thanks to Bella Books and NetGalley for an eARC.
April 28, 2022
Logan Watts has the perfect high school life. She has amazing grades, amazing boyfriend, she is beautiful and has an sports scholarship for college already lined up. but under the surface lies a girl who is still hurting for her older brother and the internal struggle that she is missing something from her life. Carter Shaw is the head of the school paper, cute and the only lesbian in school. After a series of events, Logan and Carter start spending time together and realizing how much they have common. So, much that Carter might the very thing missing from Logan's life.
This is the kind of book I wished I could have read in my high school years. I am happy that this is now available. This was a sweet coming out story. It was a sweet, easy read. One I will definitely be recommending and should be put in public libraries so anyone in need of a story like this can have access to it.
I received this ARC via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
This is the kind of book I wished I could have read in my high school years. I am happy that this is now available. This was a sweet coming out story. It was a sweet, easy read. One I will definitely be recommending and should be put in public libraries so anyone in need of a story like this can have access to it.
I received this ARC via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
July 10, 2022
Riley Scott has a new fan! Scott handled the coming out story with care and tenderness. Carter was the glue she never gave up on Logan even when she had doubts, she always was very patient with her partner. Which is rare in stories that deal with coming out; I find that the partner gets impatient and pushes the other person to do thing on their time and that is just not how it works, and Scott showed that so beautifully, I teared up numerous times because of the beauty in the writing. There were subplots and sub-characters outside of Carter and Logan that helped move the story along instead of hindering the main plot which was really done well. One thing that I found amazing was how supportive the parents were throughout the book, which is also rare in the genre. Riley Scott will make you want to further explore this universe she's created for these wonder characters, is it okay to request a sequel?
July 11, 2022
Carter works on her high school's newspaper and is an out lesbian who's never been on a date. Logan is the star of the basketball team and has had the same boyfriend for 3 years. She also has experienced a tragedy in her family that has impacted her in a number of ways. While the two have never been friends or in the same crowd, one day in their senior year, Logan notices Carter for what feels like the first time. After Carter is asked to drive Logan to an away game, the two become friends and slowly Logan begins to realize she's attracted to Carter. When she breaks up with her boyfriend, she and Carter begin a relationship in secret, giving Logan time to think through all the changes in her life. The book is essentially about her coming out and about first love.
This is a sweet high school romance with minimal drama and tension. It's probably a nice read for a teen who is coming out or exploring their sexuality. It is very sweet.
This is a sweet high school romance with minimal drama and tension. It's probably a nice read for a teen who is coming out or exploring their sexuality. It is very sweet.
April 29, 2022
I was a fan of Dawson's Creek as a teenager and this book is quite reminiscent of those younger days. A coming of age book with a golden moral compass. One MC having suffered tragedy and learns to find herself during her senior year of high-school while the other MC has the vocabulary of a college professor and a solid grip on her sense of self that only a therapist parent could be proud of. I enjoyed getting to watch the two find one another; was a wee bit taken aback by how advanced Carter was in her psychology- that felt a little too textbook, but the overall journey of Carter and Logan was very cute and PG. Its a quick read, minor angst, and some happy fluff sewn in.
I received a free ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
I received a free ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
January 31, 2024
Once they are finally together and out, Logan and Carter make an adorable couple. Getting to that point requires traversing many of the land mines to be found in the senior year of high school, especially for non-straight students. There are some dramatic moments; however, for the most part these are in the past or take place largely offstage. The moments of angst are dealt with rapidly followed by a quick fade to black and the next scene. Overall, an enjoyable read with a decent, albeit very abrupt, conclusion.
April 23, 2024
adorable lesbian YA
This YA book does a great job at taking on issues that teens deal with, with such great care. I loved the slow unfolding of the love story with paced with real time events and not due to weird misunderstandings. It also handles sex positively. By being honest about it without too much shenanigans on the page (I’m officially old)!
This book dealt with coming out with such care. And gives young people such wonderful models for romance, consent, patience, integrity, and most importantly tender friendships!
Highly recommended!
This YA book does a great job at taking on issues that teens deal with, with such great care. I loved the slow unfolding of the love story with paced with real time events and not due to weird misunderstandings. It also handles sex positively. By being honest about it without too much shenanigans on the page (I’m officially old)!
This book dealt with coming out with such care. And gives young people such wonderful models for romance, consent, patience, integrity, and most importantly tender friendships!
Highly recommended!
June 25, 2022
logan and carter. my favourite baby gays.😭
i'm going to protect them with my life i swear!!
a soft little coming of age story with the cutest characters!
i loved them from the get go.
this book made me feel so many things, i wish i had a carter in high school. she's just so patient and understanding and REAL. it's insane. i was rooting for her to get the happiest of endings.
i'm so happy i got to read this. it was absolutely adorable.🥺🥺🥺🥺
i'm going to protect them with my life i swear!!
a soft little coming of age story with the cutest characters!
i loved them from the get go.
this book made me feel so many things, i wish i had a carter in high school. she's just so patient and understanding and REAL. it's insane. i was rooting for her to get the happiest of endings.
i'm so happy i got to read this. it was absolutely adorable.🥺🥺🥺🥺
February 10, 2024
3.5 Stars
Riley Scott's Take Your Shot is a young adult coming out lesbian story.
This is a great book for a teen who's questioning their own sexuality.
The author writes in dual third person pov.
The story includes the struggle of figuring out one's sexuality, a spiteful ex boyfriend, rumors, and plenty of sweet feels.
Overall, it's a nice high school lgbt romance that will leave you feeling happy and lighthearted.
Riley Scott's Take Your Shot is a young adult coming out lesbian story.
This is a great book for a teen who's questioning their own sexuality.
The author writes in dual third person pov.
The story includes the struggle of figuring out one's sexuality, a spiteful ex boyfriend, rumors, and plenty of sweet feels.
Overall, it's a nice high school lgbt romance that will leave you feeling happy and lighthearted.
April 30, 2022
Cute story without a lot of depth, or angst. There were areas where the author could've gone a little deeper, emotionally, with the loss of Logan's brother or her coming-out story. It all seemed too easy. Even issues with the ex-boyfriend were quickly resolved. But I loved the main characters and the story was well-written.
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC.
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC.
June 21, 2022
Alternating point of view in this book and overall it was a pretty good read. I liked both mains and even though the book cover makes it look like it is going to be a bunch of basket ball it is not. This book was cruising for a high 4 but in the end I would rate it a even 4. Well worth the time if you even remotely like YA F/F love stories.
July 4, 2022
Sweet Stuff
This was a great book. The characters were defined in great detail and believable. A good coming out story and of young love. I had never read this author before but may read another. Storyline moves along and makes you want to move on to find out what happens next. Well done.
This was a great book. The characters were defined in great detail and believable. A good coming out story and of young love. I had never read this author before but may read another. Storyline moves along and makes you want to move on to find out what happens next. Well done.
May 17, 2022
Great read! Relevant storyline with character development! The story follows a group of friends, but primarily the two main characters from opposite ends of the personality spectrum. Loved how easy it was to follow and fall for the characters! I recommend you read this treasure!
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