Yours, For Now: A Fake Dating, Plus Size Romance

Leonor Soliz has done it again, folks! She's given us another heartwarming romance featuring characters who feel like real people. Gabe, my favorite character, and his family are so relatable and lovable that I found myself wishing they were my own family!

Soliz skillfully explores the complexities of Machismo culture through Lina's latine identity. The authenticity of her portrayal is so spot-on that it brought back memories of my own experiences within my family. But she doesn't stop there. Soliz also incorporates intersectionality and moments where Lina's family shows their love for her, capturing the complexity of these relationships in a way that moved me to tears.

I was thrilled to see latine billionaires represented in this book. Too often our community isn't portrayed in positions of power. But Gabe's billionaire status doesn't define him; instead, it's his family's ethics that shine through.

And let's talk about Gabe again - this down-to-earth guy who falls head over heels first is so realistic I couldn't help but picture a young Pedro Pascual! Plus, the way he stands up for Lina? Heart-melting!

One minor note: this is a dual POV contemporary romance and at times it switches perspectives without clear indication. But once you get the hang of it, you're in for an immersive read!

Thank you to Leonor for the ARC!