Single Player is an absolute delight. I adored the take on the gaming industry, and seeing the story unfold with both a drama around the development of the game *and* with a sapphic romance from both Cat and Andi's eyes was so much fun. Such a heartwarming romance and I loved the development of both Andi and Cat throughout the book. Single Player had the most grounded romance characters I’ve read in a while and so many fun easter eggs for anyone who games. That being said, I think you could absolutely enjoy this novel without gaming background though as it isn’t heavy-handed.  Natalie Naudus, the narrator, perfectly embodies both Cat and Andi, providing each of them their own unique voice and I now cannot imagine either character sounding any other way. 

In addition to the main characters, the side relationships really helped make Cat and Andi feel whole and not fully defined by the romance narrative. Early in the story, the Val/Andi relationship humanizes Andi and helped me look past how serious she took herself, seeing how Val interacts with her let me see Andi more relaxed without putting on the front that she needed to take on at work. Similarly, Rosalie and Cat were another favorite pairing for me - Rosalie's coordination and friendship with Cat was just lovely. 

There were so many scenes that stuck with me and I don't want to spoil anything - but I will say the argument in the bathroom was just the best. There are excellent plays on some of the typical romantic tropes - something to delight any romance reader for sure (have I said delight enough yet?!) 

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the advanced copy. I wholeheartedly recommend Single Player to kick off anyone's 2025 reading journey.