The Fill-In Boyfriend - by Kasie West (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

After getting dumped on prom night, perfect Gia enlists a "fill-in" boyfriend to save face, in this charming and sweet fake-dating rom-com from Kasie West, perfect for fans of Lynn Painter and Jenny Han.

?Gia Montgomery has a plan for everything.

Even when her boyfriend, Bradley, dumps her in the parking lot of her high school prom, Gia has the perfect pivot. This was supposed to be the night she proved to all her friends that he really existed. So all she has to do is find a cute guy to be her fill-in boyfriend--two hours, zero commitment.

But Gia didn't plan on spending the days after prom thinking more about Fake Bradley than her actual ex. To get this under control, she'll have to track her faux prom date down and repay the favor.

Gia is all too happy when he needs her to be his fill-in girlfriend--three hours, zero commitment--but suddenly, this fake relationship starts feeling all too real.

It was the perfect plan, but Gia didn't plan on falling for the fill-in.

Review Quotes

The charming story is beautifully written, and the characters are well developed... West's novel is sweet and captivating. - School Library Journal on THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US
An antidote to dystopian and post-apocalyptic fiction, this Cinderella story is sweet and hopeful. - Kirkus on THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US
West builds enjoyable tension and absorbing chemistry between Charlie and Braden, and her depiction of growing up surrounded by brothers is thoroughly enjoyable. - Publishers Weekly on ON THE FENCE
West's premise is a winner, and Addie is the kind of heroine readers would want as a best friend-loyal, unpretentious, and thoughtful. - Publishers Weekly (starred review) on PIVOT POINT
West's debut showcases riveting storytelling. - Kirkus on PIVOT POINT
The plot is fast-paced with plenty of astonishing twists and secrets to be uncovered, which should even surprise fans. - Booklist on SPLIT SECOND
A fast, smart thriller populated by lively characters. - Kirkus on SPLIT SECOND
What seems like a fairly run-of-the-mill high-school story blossoms into a surprisingly engaging romance and journey of self-discovery... High-school romance fans will enjoy the sweet and witty dialogue between Gia and Hayden. - Booklist