In She Gets the Girl, we follow two college freshwomen as they head to college with very different goals. Alex wants to figure out a way to keep (get back?) her sort-of girlfriend. Molly wants to get the attention of her years-long high school crush. But as they work to help each other out, they get a little distracted along the way.. It’s a sapphic enemies to friends to lovers and it delivers!

This book is cute and fun, with some serious topics covered. Alex can’t get away from having to care for her alcoholic mom. It’s so heartbreaking to see how Alex loves her mom and wants the best for her, but struggles to let go. Alex finds an understanding support system & it’s so heartwarming to read about. 

I also really enjoyed getting to see Molly grow and develop confidence. It was relatable to see her show up to college wanting a new life but not quire sure how exactly to get it. As someone who went to the same college as her brother, I loved to see Molly and her brother’s relationship and how much he supported Molly!!

One thing I did not like was how pushy Alex was with Molly and not being more understanding of Molly’s shyness. There’s a fine line between trying to get someone out of their comfort zone and trying to make them be someone they are not, and Alex really tested that at multiple points in the book. 

I recommend for my queer YA loving people. And the narration is excellent! Each narrator has a distinct voice and does an excellent job.