About the book
Fall hard for the Darling Devils in the first in this heartstopping YA rom-com series, for fans of Lynn Painter, Jenny Han and Powerless. Fake dating He falls first HEA Cute, clean and wholesome fun vibes Never date a jock - it's her one rule. He'll do whatever it takes to break it. When seventeen-year-old Violet is left heartbroken by the captain of her school's ice hockey team, she vows to never date a jock again. But, in an attempt to prove she's moved on, she turns to the most unlikely person-her ex's biggest rival, the notorious captain of the Ransom Devils. Reed Darling is gorgeous, mysterious and intimidating, both on and off the ice. Wild rumors constantly circulate about him, and the only thing people love to talk about more than his hockey skills are his exploits as a ruthless heartbreaker and bad boy. Who better to serve as Violet's fake boyfriend until her ex gets the message, right? But despite the intense rivalry between their two schools and Reed's infamous reputation, Violet soon starts to wonder if there's more to him than the gossip suggests. And while she tries her best to control their 'relationship' with a list of strict guidelines, Reed has other ideas. He's set his sights on winning her over and is determined to show Violet he's not the guy everyone thinks he is. She should have known better than to make a deal with a devil because this one is going to break all her rules. Rival Darling is a YA hockey rom-com with a HEA and no cliffhanger and the first in the Darling Devils series. You don't get how many times I had to stop just so I could contain my giggling. This book is a must! I fell in love with this book right away. The plot twists. The characters. The love story. Everything. A truly great book if you love romance! Read this in one day. So cute and wholesome!!! Loved the couple, and all the side characters. Can't wait for the next book!!!
Editions of Rival Darling
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780008762247
- EBook
- ISBN 9780008762254
Read an Excerpt
Fall hard for the Darling Devils in the first in this heartstopping YA rom-com series, for fans of Lynn Painter, Jenny Han and Powerless. Fake dating He falls first HEA Cute, clean and wholesome fun vibes Never date a jock - it's her one rule. He'll do whatever it takes to break it. When seventeen-year-old Violet is left heartbroken by the captain of her school's ice hockey team, she vows to never date a jock again. But, in an attempt to prove she's moved on, she turns to the most unlikely person-her ex's biggest rival, the notorious captain of the Ransom Devils. Reed Darling is gorgeous, mysterious and intimidating, both on and off the ice. Wild rumors constantly circulate about him, and the only thing people love to talk about more than his hockey skills are his exploits as a ruthless heartbreaker and bad boy. Who better to serve as Violet's fake boyfriend until her ex gets the message, right? But despite the intense rivalry between their two schools and Reed's infamous reputation, Violet soon starts to wonder if there's more to him than the gossip suggests. And while she tries her best to control their 'relationship' with a list of strict guidelines, Reed has other ideas. He's set his sights on winning her over and is determined to show Violet he's not the guy everyone thinks he is. She should have known better than to make a deal with a devil because this one is going to break all her rules. Rival Darling is a YA hockey rom-com with a HEA and no cliffhanger and the first in the Darling Devils series. You don't get how many times I had to stop just so I could contain my giggling. This book is a must! I fell in love with this book right away. The plot twists. The characters. The love story. Everything. A truly great book if you love romance! Read this in one day. So cute and wholesome!!! Loved the couple, and all the side characters. Can't wait for the next book!!!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rival Darling about?
Fall hard for the Darling Devils in the first in this heartstopping YA rom-com series, for fans of Lynn Painter, Jenny Han and Powerless. Fake dating He falls first HEA Cute, clean and wholesome fun vibes Never date a jock - it's her one rule. He'll do whatever it takes to break it. When seventeen-year-old Violet is left heartbroken by the captain of her school's ice hockey team, she vows to never date a jock again. But, in an attempt to prove she's moved on, she turns to the most unlikely person-her ex's biggest rival, the notorious captain of the Ransom Devils. Reed Darling is gorgeous, mysterious and intimidating, both on and off the ice. Wild rumors constantly circulate about him, and the only thing people love to talk about more than his hockey skills are his exploits as a ruthless heartbreaker and bad boy. Who better to serve as Violet's fake boyfriend until her ex gets the message, right? But despite the intense rivalry between their two schools and Reed's infamous reputation, Violet soon starts to wonder if there's more to him than the gossip suggests. And while she tries her best to control their 'relationship' with a list of strict guidelines, Reed has other ideas. He's set his sights on winning her over and is determined to show Violet he's not the guy everyone thinks he is. She should have known better than to make a deal with a devil because this one is going to break all her rules. Rival Darling is a YA hockey rom-com with a HEA and no cliffhanger and the first in the Darling Devils series. You don't get how many times I had to stop just so I could contain my giggling. This book is a must! I fell in love with this book right away. The plot twists. The characters. The love story. Everything. A truly great book if you love romance! Read this in one day. So cute and wholesome!!! Loved the couple, and all the side characters. Can't wait for the next book!!!
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Rival Darling?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Stationery and miscellaneous items > Stationery items
Where can I read a sample of Rival Darling?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780008762247
How long is Rival Darling and how many pages does it have?
Rival Darling has 416 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Rival Darling?
Alexandra Moody
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Rival Darling is available as paperback(ISBN 9780008762247) and ebook(ISBN 9780008762254)
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