About the Author

Lori Freeland wrote her first story at age five. It wasn't good, but it left her with a firm belief that everyone has a story to tell. She likes great books, happy endings, and the perfect kiss. When she's not curled up with her husband and dogs drinking too much coffee, she loves to mess with the lives of the imaginary people living inside her head.

Reviews

"Un-put-down-able! Delightfully clever. Plot surprises kept me eagerly turning the pages." Kathleen Baldwin, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of A School for Unusual Girls
"A fresh spin on the fake relationship trope, and a well-crafted love story with pacing that serves the characters and their journeys well." Critic's Report (9.5/10) The BookLife Prize
"5 Stars! Unlike its ambiguous title, everything about this coming-of-age novel was purposefully curated-from the witty banter between characters and the absorbing storyline to the familiar feelings that channeled my inner teen and tugged at my heartstrings. Lori Freeland knew what she was doing when she crafted The Accidental Boyfriend. Uproariously funny rom-com meets sweet teenage romance, young adult readers will be swooning over Jess and Gabe's complicated, pretend-turned-real relationship. Moreover, Lori has done an excellent job of creating flawed but lovable protagonists, and I could easily see their story being adapted for the big screen." Reader Views
"By far one of the best YA romances I've ever read . . . I've read A LOT. I can't believe how well this was written, how layered this story was, and how in love I was with Gabe and Jess's story. I cried, grinned, I blushed, and I would do it all over again. BRB. Ordering a physical copy so I can reread. Charity (Bookbub)
"A sweet, emotional story about working with what you've got when you have to grow up too fast in a broken family." Katie (Amazon)
"Not just a YA romance. If you've ever drowned in others' expectations or waded through a lose-lose situation, you'll relate to Jess and Gabe. Some books are entertainment. Others let you find a bit of yourself in the crazy of life. This book does both." Jerri (Amazon)
"Still swooning over this YA romance that has it all: comedy, drama, twists & turns, unforgettable characters, and more. While I kept wanting this couple to get together, there was always the HOW looming over it all." Julie (BookBub)
"If you're looking for a witty, captivating, and fairly steamy romance, this is a must read. I couldn't put it down." Lori (Amazon)
"Fun, flirty, and fast-paced!" Julie (Amazon)
"Great book! Couldn't put it down!" Samantha (Goodreads)
"Stayed up till 3:45 am to finish it." Tracy (Goodreads)