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Lemons and Lies

By: Alexis Castellanos
Narrated by: Marisa Blake
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Summary
Bloomsbury presents Lemons and Lies by Alexis Castellanos read by Marisa Blake

A sweet meet-cute or a scheme destined to turn sour? Fake dating, family drama, and foodie fun combine in this YA paperback original.

Valeria Morales’ senior year is not off to a great start. Her twin brother Adrian isn’t talking to her, she’s realizing all of her friends were actually his friends, and now she's failing math. Enter Gage Magnussen. Gage isn’t looking to take on any tutoring gigs now that his standing as valedictorian is at risk after letting a catastrophic breakup distract him--not to mention his demanding parents expect Gage to coordinate their yearly charity auction alongside his cheating ex. So Valeria offers him a deal: If he helps her pass, she’ll take over event planning AND pretend to be his girlfriend. A win-win-win!

But as their study sessions move to deep conversations and their fake dates begin feeling realer and realer, is it possible the lemons they've been dealt will turn to lemonade? Or will this arrangement only sting?©2025 Alexis Castellanos (P)2025 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Contemporary Depression & Mental Health Difficult Situations Emotions & Feelings Family & Relationships Literature & Fiction Romance Romantic Comedy Fake Relationship

Critic Reviews

A sweetly affirming story about family, food, and finding your own path.
Well-written, tackling family problems and expectations while also capturing teenage angst. . . . Light and enjoyable.
This YA romance is as delicious as it is heartwarming.
A sweet and delectable love story.
Sensitively explores topics such as Latinx identity, financial instability, and finding the courage to advocate for oneself.
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