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I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The authors writing style had me hooked throughout this book.

I didn't want it to end, a book I really couldn't put down.

I loved this book! Perfectly Faked is a swoony, enemies-to-lovers, fake-dating romance packed with tension, heart, and just the right amount of sass. Grace Worthing delivers the perfect blend of angst and fun as fiery figure skater and rule-breaking hockey bad boy Leo are forced into a fake relationship—with a very real past. Their chemistry is electric, the banter is sharp, and the emotional depth had me hooked from start to finish. If you love second chances, sports romance, and broody exes with a soft side, this one’s a total win.

This hockey romcom delivers all the sizzling chemistry and emotional tension without any explicit scenes, making it a perfect choice for readers who love a slow-burn, heartfelt romance. The enemies-to-lovers and fake dating tropes are executed really well, with plenty of witty banter and genuine moments between the grumpy hockey star and the determined figure skater.

I appreciated the blend of sports action and personal drama, especially the dynamic of working through past feelings while navigating their fake relationship. The story felt fresh and engaging, with well-drawn characters who grow on you as they face their challenges.

Though it’s book two in a series, it stands strong as a standalone, and the plot moves at a satisfying pace without feeling rushed. If you’re looking for a charming, emotionally rich romance that focuses on connection and character development over spice, this one’s definitely worth the read.

I am not a hockey person. I have never watched nor have I ever been interested in hockey, unless you count 9 year old me having an obsession with Mighty Ducks and a young Joshua Jackson.
That being said, this story was super cute and such an enjoyable read! Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a ARC.

Hockey, Grumpy X Sunshine and Second chance romance All in a book!!! And delivered it perfectly by none other than Grace worthington!!!!
I enjoyed Vic's character Arc and felt a strong sense of protection for him, he is actually like a coconut....all tough from outside but a mush of sweet and kind from inside. I enjoyed his character growth and the way he communicates with Victoria is very sweet.
Victoria is a character which I feel a lot of girls would relate to when u have overhearing perfectionist parents. She gave me courage and moral boost to work Hard
The chemistry between the two was like watching waves of the sea touch and go th sand but yet created the most heartwarming view of Romance!!!

Extremely excited to read about Tate !! Our book bestie man bout to get a girl!!!!!!!!! Hoping and waiting she would match all the perfect book girlfriend characteristics 😂😂😂

ARC REVIEW:

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Leo ‘The Ego’ Anderson is one of the top players for the Carolina Crushers (a professional hockey team). But when an aggressive play lands him in hot water, the only way to smooth things over is through community service. Unbeknownst to him, Vivian (his former college sweetheart) is in desperate need of a skating partner for Nationals. With her skating career on the line, the Crusher’s head coach, who just so happens to be Vivian’s father, pairs the two up. Will Leo be able to put his feelings aside in order to fulfill his obligations, or will his ‘ego’ stand in the way of his career?

Sports romances, hockey in particular, has taken the book world by storm. With a resurgence in the sub genre, just about every author has tried their hand at writing one. Unfortunately, a saturated market doesn’t necessarily mean quality work.

Not only is Grace Worthington one of my all time favorite Indie authors, but she is my go to gal for hockey romances. Her Perfect Crush Hockey Series, (while still being written) is one I love and recommend daily.

Worthington is the master at creating clean tension through witty banter and forced proximity. I am continuously hooked by her flawed characters who humble themselves in order to achieve their heart’s desires. Just when I think I have read her best work, she pens a love story that somehow surpasses her previous five star reads!!!

Perfectly Faked features:
-second chance romance
-enemies to lovers
-found family
-Cutting Edge vibes

Special thanks to Netgalley, Poets and Saints Publishing, and Grace Worthington for allowing me to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

*The third book in her series, Perfectly Grumpy, is slated to release this June. This makes it the perfect time to catch up on the entire series!!!

Leo's a hot-headed hockey player benched for his temper. Victoria is a pairs figure skater with no partner after hers is injured. Her dad, the hockey coach, decides putting Leo with Victoria as her practice partner is the perfect solution and fitting punishment for him. A hockey player forced into figure skating will get him laughed right out of the locker room! But it's even worse...Victoria is the one he never got over after they dated in college and she broke up with him over a text message!
This romcom has all the fun banter and second chance emotions without the spice. I love how even after all their time apart Victoria counts it as a win every time she can get grumpy Leo to smile. And even though he still resents her for the way they broke up, Leo can't help but be super sweet to her. I liked this clean second chance grumpy/sunshine hockey romance.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This book was definitely better then the first one. I enjoy a second chance romance, especially when it’s not because people weren’t compatible. It was a bit cheesy - a hockey player getting told he has to help a figure skater as his probation? Not a likely scenario. However, all the little pieces that made it all come together made it more believable. It was also pretty sweet to find out all the little factors of it. I appreciated that the side characters weren’t as aggressively pushing boundaries with each other like in the first book, but they still were a little too involved and not in a good way. They weren’t being as supportive and helpful as I would have enjoyed. Overall, it was a cute story.

Leo and Victoria are forced to work together due to different reasons, he is on probation with his hockey coach - who is her father - and she needs him for her final season in figure skating after her partner got injured. After already being a couple in college the two of them have a lot of banter but also know each other well. Loved the whole storyline and the characters, not just Leo and Victoria, were well written. The whole team, but also Victoria’s adorable neighbor with a cussing parrot were amazing and i instantly fell in love with them. I personally did not enjoy the cover, but thats about the only issue I had with the book, other than that it was such a cute read.
I also feel like, from the hockey romances I have read, there should be a hockey jersey rule similar to the cowboy hat rule.
In conclusion, such a cute book with an adorable couple that made me want to be in love and be loved by someone. Victoria and Leo are a power couple and I really hope the other team members will get their happily ever after as well!

4,5 / 5 stars (due to the cover only :))

Sports romance reads are all the rage this year. Perfectly faked by Grace Worthington was a closed door romance that romance readers will enjoy.

As someone who started out with the romcon starting point this book was one I read about and was like yes! Then I got to actually read it and it was definitely one I’ll remember for a bit, I love the characters and the found family they have throughout the book. I love how it dual POV and so you get to see how everything develops as each person experiences it. I love how much the plot gave notice to things that the reader could relate to personally. I adore the main couple and definitely need more from the roommates.

Closed door romances are my favorite thing! And make it a sports romance! It can’t get much better than that. The chemistry was off the charts

Leo's been suspended and his coach wants him to earn his way back on to the team by completing an assisgnment. The only problem is his 'assignment' is Victoria; the coach's daughter and his ex.

Read if you like:
-Hockey Player x Figure Skater
-Coach's Daughter
-Second Chance
-Temporary Roommates

My 'The Cutting Edge' loving heart is full right now! Perfectly Faked is the perfect combination of so many delicious tropes. I ate it up for the vibes alone! It was on the shorter side, and sweet instead of spicy. It definitely deserves a spot on your TBR if you never got over 'The Cutting Edge.'

This book is an absolute delight! I'm a sucker for a Hockey Romance book. I could not put this book down I completed it in less than 5 hours and was so devastated when it ended.
The story of Leo, an angry hockey player, and Victoria, a sweet figure skater, who have a complicated history. Their paths collide when they enter into a fake relationship that serves both their interests.
The dynamic between Leo and Victoria is electric, as their initial animosity transforms into a deeper connection. The blend of enemies-to-lovers, the quirks of a fake relationship, and the backdrop of hockey creates an engaging and entertaining narrative.
The author does a fantastic job of developing their characters, making them relatable and endearing. The story is filled with funny and heartwarming moments that keep you hooked until the last page.

Raise your hand if you've seen The Cutting Edge more than three times, if not more. It's one of my favorite movies, and Grace Worthington gave it an incredible twist, but she also included the best parts of the plot, including the closed door where chemistry lets you see what else there might be without giving you any details.

The characters in this book are the craziest found family I've ever read, and while there's always a found family when there's a team of athletes, this one fell so short of all my expectations.

This book pulled me out of a reading slump. Each page left me hooked on the next twist, and I never guessed what was coming next.

This is my second or third book by Grace Worthington, and she’s really winning me over with her writing style. So many fun and beautiful scenes and characters that stay with you after coming to the end.
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Thanks to Grace Worthington and her team for give me a copy of this beautiful book in exchange for my honest and voluntary opinion.

What to expect: hockey, sports romance, fake relationship, enemies to lovers, second chance romance, coach's daughter.

The banter and chemistry of Leo and Victoria was excellent! This book was witty, had tension, swoony romance moments, humor, and so much more! This book was pleasantly clean as well. Leo helping Victoria for his community service set up for a classic sports romance. Plot was well developed, characters are well developed, and I thoroughly enjoyed the ride!

If you like sports romance, this is a great one to check out. I am sold on this series and Grace Worthington.

Happy Reading!

Cute hockey story, loved the book great story great characters. First book by this author will 100% recommend and be reading more by her.

“You can kiss any girl you want.”
“Any girl?”
“Yes, any girl.”
“If that’s true, then stand up.”

The enemies to lovers. The fake dating trope. The sports romance. The second chance romance. So many tropes and SO much to love! Worthington is such a talented author with an amazing way of making you feel like you’re there with the characters.

I loved this book. Free of smut for any smut free book lovers. This was the perfect cosy sports romance. I quickly became obsessed with Victoria and Leo’s relationship. What a dream team. With twists and turns and moments of screaming at my screen.

What a book. ❤️

I love hockey romances. I know that there are a lot of them out there but Perfectly Faked is a cute one. Closed door, second chance romance.

Leo and Victoria were a great combo. Lots of chemistry and snap. There are so many fun characters in the book.

Thank you to Poets&Saints Publishing and NetGalley for the e-ARC. This review is my own opinion.

A fun second chance romance, the hockey player and the figure skater. When she split up with him it was to protect him, not that he knows that. Will things be different this time round? I liked hot it is told from both points of view.