Fake Skating

Fake Skating plunges readers into the high-stakes world of competitive figure skating, where Olympic hopeful Tessa Montgomery finds her dreams threatened when her longtime skating partner suddenly quits. Desperate to salvage her championship chances, she reluctantly teams up with Connor Hayes, a brash hockey player who needs community service hours and happens to have the technical skills for pairs skating—even if he knows nothing about the artistry and discipline the sport demands. What begins as a mutually beneficial arrangement quickly becomes complicated when the ice isn't the only place where sparks are flying between them. Lynn Painter delivers her signature blend of witty banter, swoon-worthy romance, and genuine emotional depth in this enemies-to-lovers sports romance. The novel explores themes of ambition, identity, and what happens when carefully laid plans collide with unexpected feelings. Tessa's single-minded dedication to her sport provides a compelling backdrop as she navigates the tension between her lifelong goals and the growing connection with someone who represents everything opposite to her structured world. With vivid skating sequences that capture both the grace and brutality of competitive figure skating, Painter creates a story that's as much about finding yourself as it is about finding love. Fans of sports romance and contemporary YA will appreciate the perfect balance of heat, humor, and heart.