Real When I'm With You (eBook)

A summer of fake dating just got real... Effie is fed up on playing third-wheel to her best friend Chelsea. She dreams of being the main character in her own life. Just when she thinks romance isn't for her, Effie meets irresistibly cute barista Aiden at her local cafe.  When she's with him, she doesn't have to hide she's autistic and can be her true self. But when Chelsea makes a snide remark about how she's never had a boyfriend, Effie and Aiden strike up a deal: they'll pretend to date.  But as their fake feelings start to feel ... real, can Effie cast aside what everyone else thinks and follow her heart? Perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Elle McNicoll A whole cast of neurodivergent characters, including an autistic, main character who learns how to be herself and find love.  fake-dating tropes and a handsome barista love interest An exclusive interview with author Lucy Powrie included! About the author: Lucy Powrie is the author of The Paper & Hearts Society series. Lucy is also known for her YouTube channel, lucythereader, where she discusses her favourite books. To date, she has over 40,000 subscribers, and in 2020 founded the #ClassicsCommunity. She lives in the South West of England.