Home Field Advantage by Dahlia AdlerMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you're looking for a great read during Pride month, look no further... I loved this queer rom-com that turns the whole cheerleader/quarterback romance trope on its head.
In Atherton TX, football is life. So when their late quarterback Robbie is replaced by a girl (who knew Jack Walsh was really Jaclyn Walsh?!!), the team and the cheerleaders are ready to revolt. Even worse, Jack is actually better than Robbie--Atherton is poised to finally win! But the players don't want to listen to a girl, and the cheerleaders despise "wasting" their traditions on one. This makes it hard for Amber McCloud, whose dreams (and college scholarships) are tied up in being cheer captain next year. How can Amber rally the cheer team--and the football players--when everyone hates the new QB? Especially when it seems like she may be falling in love with her?
I absolutely adored this book! I am a total sucker for sports books and movies, and this had it all! Sports drama, references, and romance--I couldn't have asked for anything more. But even if you don't love football, don't shy away from FIELD--it's such a fun and sweet read while still covering serious topics such as coming out and homophobia. Amber is struggling with staying closeted in her tiny Texas town (it doesn't help that her best friend is quite religious) and Jack, while sort of out by default, must deal with how hated she is by her new school when all she wants to do is play football. There's a wonderful supporting cast, including Amber's boyfriend (go with it) and mom.
Honestly, most of this book just made me smile. It's wonderful. I loved how it introduced and dealt with important subjects and gave us an incredible queer romance. I highly recommend this one! 4.5+ stars.
I received a copy of this book from Wednesday Books and Netgalley in return for an unbiased review.
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