Real When I'm With You

About the book

A summer of pretend dating has become real...

Effie is tired of always being the third wheel with her best friend Chelsea.

She yearns to take the lead role in her own life. Just when she starts believing that love is not meant for her, Effie crosses paths with the charming barista Aiden at her local coffee shop.

When she's with him, she can be her true self without hiding her autism. But when Chelsea makes a hurtful comment about Effie never having a boyfriend, Effie and Aiden come up with a plan: they will fake date.

However, as their faux emotions begin to blossom into something real, will Effie have the courage to go against the opinions of others and follow her heart?

Perfect for readers who enjoy Jenny Han and Elle McNicoll.

This story features a diverse cast of characters, including an autistic protagonist who discovers how to embrace her true self and find love.

Expect to find fake dating clichés and a charming barista love interest.

Don't miss the special interview with author Lucy Powrie!

About the author: Lucy Powrie is the talented writer behind The Paper & Hearts Society series. She is also popular for her YouTube channel, lucythereader, where she shares her love for literature. With over 40,000 subscribers, Lucy founded the #ClassicsCommunity in 2020. She resides in the South West of England.