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fanboyriot's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
♡ Cute Ending
♡ Queer Sports Romance
♡ Cheerleader x Quarterback (sapphic edition)
I really enjoyed this book. I mean it’s a gay sports romance, of course I’m going to like it. The characters were cute and the ending was absolutely adorable. While yes, the characters decisions at some points get a little bit frustrating, I think it plays well with the YA vibe of the book.
There was a lot of talk about homophobia and dealing with people like that in a small town and not wanting to come out of the closet to the public in fear of losing friendships. However, both main characters are out at home and one even having a bisexual mom, which was a cool addition.
Overall, it was a quick read with a sapphic take on the cheerleader x quarterback trope.
Spice Level: 🌶️ (1/5)
Angst Level: n/a
POV: Duel, First Person
Release Date: 07, June 2022
Rep: Lesbian (Main Character), Polysexual (Main Character), Gay (Side Character), Bisexual (Side Character)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Homophobia, Sexism, Alcohol, Grief, Classism, Emotional abuse, Lesbophobia, Misogyny, Outing, Toxic friendship, and Cursing
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Racism, Alcohol, Miscarriage, Religious bigotry, Gaslighting, Abortion, Pregnancy, Death, Car accident, and Sexual content
elizajaquays's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
When I was a senior in high school we had to read Friday Night Lights and keep a reading log on it. And every single entry was me talking about how much I hated it because, ugh, Football. Turns out the only thing I needed to enjoy a book about football was a sapphic reluctant allies to lovers romance.
I absolutely loved Home Field Advantage. It managed to remain fun and upbeat (much like Amber) even while it’s central plot revolved around misogyny and homophobia.
If you enjoyed Cool for the Summer and are a fan of Sports YA, then you should check this out. And hey, even if you don’t think you like Sports YA, you never know. I sure didn’t!
Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Homophobia, Bullying, Sexism, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Car accident
Minor: Pregnancy, Alcohol, Miscarriage, Injury/Injury detail, and Death
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