Single Player: A Novel
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Cat Li cares about two things: video games and swoony romances. The former means there hasn't been much of the latter in her (real) life, but when she lands her dream job writing the love storylines for Compass Hollow—the next big thing in games—she knows it’s all been worth it. Then she meets her boss: the infamous Andi Zhang, who’s not only an arrogant hater of happily-ever-afters determined to keep Cat from doing her job but also impossibly, annoyingly hot.
As Compass Hollow’s narrative director, Andi couldn’t care less about love—in-game or out. After getting doxxed by internet trolls three years ago, Andi’s been trying to prove to the gaming world that they’re a serious gamedev. Their plan includes writing the best game possible, with zero lovey-dovey stuff. That is, until the man funding the game’s development insists Andi add romance in order to make the story “more appealing to female gamers.”
Forced to give Cat a chance, Andi begrudgingly realizes there’s more to Cat than romantic idealism and, okay, a cute smile. But admitting that would mean giving up the single-player life that has kept their heart safe for years. And when Cat uncovers a behind-the-scenes plan to destroy Andi’s career, the two will have to put their differences aside and find a way to work together before it’s game over.
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Loved it!
Thanks to NetGalley and alcove press for this ARC! This book is the perfect slow burn romance for gamer (probably millennials)! Sometimes it was a bit too much, but most of the time I really enjoyed all the references to games like “the legend of Zelda” or “Pokemon”. “Instead—like a Breath of the Wild player who puts off confronting Calamity Ganon because they haven’t yet unearthed every korok seed—I throw myself back into work.” “Sally used logic. It’s super effective! my Pokémon-addled brain supplies inappropriately.” There were lots of hints and references that reminded me of my own childhood and to be honest, there were phrases I still use. The love story was really slow burn and sorrrry but there was a lack of spice! There was only ONE spicy scene and this one was way too short and sketchy (but that’s my only critic). In the end the pairing was heartwarming and I did love that there’s an epilogue with some glance at the future. “Like I’m leveling up, it hits me. I’ve been wrong this entire time. Andi isn’t un-romantic. She’s deeply romantic. The only thing is … she’s also afraid. And for the longest time, that’s all I saw. That’s all she let anyone see.” I did love the characters development and that Cats loud and bold character was so well written the whole time. She’s just so lovable with her chaotic mind, her insecurities and her loose mouth. Can’t wait for this book to be published & I will definitely buy a copy!
Description
Cat Li cares about two things: video games and swoony romances. The former means there hasn't been much of the latter in her (real) life, but when she lands her dream job writing the love storylines for Compass Hollow—the next big thing in games—she knows it’s all been worth it. Then she meets her boss: the infamous Andi Zhang, who’s not only an arrogant hater of happily-ever-afters determined to keep Cat from doing her job but also impossibly, annoyingly hot.
As Compass Hollow’s narrative director, Andi couldn’t care less about love—in-game or out. After getting doxxed by internet trolls three years ago, Andi’s been trying to prove to the gaming world that they’re a serious gamedev. Their plan includes writing the best game possible, with zero lovey-dovey stuff. That is, until the man funding the game’s development insists Andi add romance in order to make the story “more appealing to female gamers.”
Forced to give Cat a chance, Andi begrudgingly realizes there’s more to Cat than romantic idealism and, okay, a cute smile. But admitting that would mean giving up the single-player life that has kept their heart safe for years. And when Cat uncovers a behind-the-scenes plan to destroy Andi’s career, the two will have to put their differences aside and find a way to work together before it’s game over.
Book Information
Posts
Loved it!
Thanks to NetGalley and alcove press for this ARC! This book is the perfect slow burn romance for gamer (probably millennials)! Sometimes it was a bit too much, but most of the time I really enjoyed all the references to games like “the legend of Zelda” or “Pokemon”. “Instead—like a Breath of the Wild player who puts off confronting Calamity Ganon because they haven’t yet unearthed every korok seed—I throw myself back into work.” “Sally used logic. It’s super effective! my Pokémon-addled brain supplies inappropriately.” There were lots of hints and references that reminded me of my own childhood and to be honest, there were phrases I still use. The love story was really slow burn and sorrrry but there was a lack of spice! There was only ONE spicy scene and this one was way too short and sketchy (but that’s my only critic). In the end the pairing was heartwarming and I did love that there’s an epilogue with some glance at the future. “Like I’m leveling up, it hits me. I’ve been wrong this entire time. Andi isn’t un-romantic. She’s deeply romantic. The only thing is … she’s also afraid. And for the longest time, that’s all I saw. That’s all she let anyone see.” I did love the characters development and that Cats loud and bold character was so well written the whole time. She’s just so lovable with her chaotic mind, her insecurities and her loose mouth. Can’t wait for this book to be published & I will definitely buy a copy!