This Time It's Real by Ann Liang

• Romance
• Young adult

This Time It's Real by Ann Liang is a charming young adult contemporary romance that combines fake dating, friendship, ambition, and the uncertainty of first love. Seventeen-year-old Eliza Lin has recently moved back to Beijing and struggles to fit in at her new international school. When an essay she writes about a fictional relationship unexpectedly goes viral, her carefully constructed story suddenly becomes a problem.

To protect her new opportunities, Eliza makes a deal with Caz Song, a charming and aloof classmate who is also a rising actor. She agrees to help him with his college applications if he pretends to be her boyfriend. But Caz proves surprisingly convincing, and their fake relationship gradually begins to feel much more real than either expected.

Filled with fake dating, slow-burn romance, school life, witty banter, friendship, coming-of-age themes, and heartfelt moments, this novel is perfect for readers who enjoy sweet YA rom-coms and stories about discovering what real love means.

For readers in Bangladesh who enjoy contemporary YA romance and feel-good love stories, This Time It's Real is a delightful addition to any English book collection. Order your copy online from Book Beavers and discover this popular Ann Liang romance.