A review by traceyroberts
The Favourites by Layne Fargo

adventurous challenging emotional inspiring reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

Sports romance is not a genre that usually appeals to me but there was something about this one that drew me to read it.  I'm so glad I did as this is a really great book.

We follow the story of Katerina Shaw and her ambitions to be a gold medal winning Olympic skater.  Nothing is going to stand in her way and she brings childhood sweetheart Heath Rocha along for the ride.  This is a captivating read about ambition, obsession, friendship, rivalry and the lengths people will go to in order to win. 

It did take me a little while to sink into this book but when I found myself thinking about the characters when not reading, then I knew I was hooked.  I loved the writing style, especially the use of the documentary style way of moving the plot along.  I loved the drama, the tension, the heartbreak and the scandal.  I think Kat is a fantastic character.  She's fierce and determined and I enjoyed following her character development throughout this book. 

Thank you to Random House UK, Vintage and Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review.