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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Emmalyn Smith

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was a very cute, honest, slightly awkward out of this world love story that had an adorable ending.
Layla is a “Blerdy” girl – a black, nerdy girl. She absolutely loves everything nerdy. Craft a costume? Yo got it. Write fanfic? You go it! Meet your favorite idol? You. Got. It!

Layla was too excited to get the opportunity to meet her idol, Vic Williams. A couple of awkward moments later and Layla is heading back home, lots of funny stories in her pocket about meeting her idol.

However, Vic wasn’t letting it end there. Vic reached out to Layla on social media and a few messages turned into a long distance relationship and Layla’s happily ever after!

This is a romance for every everyone full of giggles, all those great, awkward first moments and the moment that every nerdy girl wishes for.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Jordan Allen

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Enchanting. Exquisite. Elegant.

28 year old Layla has found herself in a dream. She stumbled into comic-con excited to get an autograph from none other than Vic, author of her favorite comic book. A few weeks later she is in a romance that leaves readers hungry for me.

This book was everything I hope for out of a love story. It was cute, spicy, and fun. Even the darker parts of this book were handled with so much love and care. I found myself hooked on every word. Layla is someone I wish I could be friends with! She’s nerdy, loves manga, enjoys a teenager diet, and has such a true heart. Sometimes these types of stories can make a character feel 2-D. However I felt as though I could easily be friends with Vic and Layla. I even found myself whispering advice.

I absolutely recommend this book to anyone ready to get lost in a nerdy fairy tale!

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Kelli Harper

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a BWWM romance with an age gap and a “Nerdy” vibe to it. I absolutely love the plot, I love the character development and the fangirl approach to the story. The way the Male Main Character encourages the FMC to follow her dreams and that he would even help her. Her resolve to “make it on her own” and not ride his coat tails was pretty awesome and oh my their chemistry together is flamable. I adore them and was rooting for them the whole time. LOVE LOVE this story.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story was an interesting read. It was this authors debut novel and I can see good things in the future based off this book. It is slow to start but it picks up eventually. We dive into the world of comic cons and my inner geek was happy. This story was fun and I thought it was an interesting book to spend my evening reading. I’ll be looking for other reads like this in the future.
Happy Reading!

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide is a fun story. My curiosity was immediately piqued at the thought of finding love through a Comic-Con. So, I grabbed a copy and set off to find out what happens.
Layla is excited to attend the Comic-Con and has gone to great lengths to come up with the perfect cosplay costume to wear – as her favourite comic book author will be there and she is beyond excited to meet him. Throw in a meet-cute, some humour, secrets, steam, insecurities, love, acceptance, finding yourself, nerdy fangirl girl meets famous writer, a little drama, and finding love unexpectedly- and we get an entertaining story.
The book was a little slow to get going, and did lag a little at times- but overall, I enjoyed the story and meeting Layla and Vic.
I am interested to see what Ms. Glide has in store for us next!
Happy reading!

Thank you, Quiana Glide!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Laura-Jane Minnie

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My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by this author, and although I enjoyed it and it is a sweet read I just couldn’t get into it enough it just didn’t draw me in. I felt like I was waiting for something drastic to happen but it never came. The characters are well written and the concept of the whole book was great but just not for me unfortunately.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide- Review by Lauren West

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was one that I was very excited to read. This book was funny, flirty, steamy, nerdy and a lot of fun. Vic and Layla were drawn to each other by attraction as well as common interest. When they initially meet at Comic Con Layla taps into her creative side being dressed as one of her favorite comic book characters as she meets its creator Vic. Layla is shy but in a sense bold as well when she has her costume on and gets to chat a bit with Vic. Vic who is a comic book author is sexy, talented, and down to earth. When he tags their picture together from Comic Con they soon begin an innocent and supportive friendship that turns romantic and steamy.

They are each great characters who have so much more to who they are then meets the eye. As their relationship truly begins its course there are a lot of things they begin to learn and see within each other hand while some good there are still a lot that raise questions. They wonder if the things that hold them together are strong enough to weather things that hold them back.
This was an amazing book and our nerdy girl and laid back guy are worth every page of this read!

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Kayla Octaviano

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! If you’re a nerd, you will love this book. Even if you aren’t, you will love this book! Layla is the main character and it is written from her point of view. She is such a relatable character. She’s funny and witty, but so awkward and out of place all of the time. Alex is her best friend who is, of course, the opposite. She’s fun and exciting, adventurous and very outgoing. She’s Layla’s counterpart perfectly. This book is a love story, but it also speaks out for nerds everywhere. Our characters go to conventions and comic book signings, and everybody loves those. Vic is a comic book writer, well known, and great at what he does. However, the comic book industry is, like many industries, male dominant. This is not only a love story, or a nerdy story, but it is about raising that glass ceiling for women everywhere trying to break through and be seen as equal and capable in a male dominant career. I love this book and I know everybody will.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Caralee Loonat

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I just love finding new authors. This is the first book from this author I have read and oh man I just loved it. The characters are so down to earth and realistic and well hey I am just as much a comic geek and I love cosplay. This book was just a breath of fresh air from my norm.

I like how there is drama and romance and it is well balanced. I like how the storyline is not overly done and is very unique. I also like how the drama is not all straight forward and predictable. I will definitely read more from this author.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Amanda Williams

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My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I enjoyed the storyline of this but I did feel like it dragged a little too much for me. It was something different and not bad for a debut novel. Though I felt as if the pacing was off and for me I couldn’t quite connect with it. I liked the relatable characters and it was quite sweet.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It was so refreshing to read a book that not only promises a geeky main character but actually delivers. I really enjoyed reading about Layla. She was such am interesting and entertaining character. For me she is what this whole book was about.
This is a new author to me and I really like the feel of the book. It really captured the nerd culture and I found myself easily engaged with it. This was a well written book that I enjoyed from start to finish.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Wendy Wary

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this book. From the start, I found Layla to be such a relatable character, from the crafty, clumsy, nerd who’s mostly an introvert, to her kind spirit and sassy but loving friendship with her best friend, Alex.

Layla is an artist who pays the bills as a real estate assistant. She creates a cosplay of her favorite comic book character and shows up to a meet and greet at a comic convention to get the autograph of the writer from the series. Fumbling her way through the meet and greet, she’s on cloud nine after Vic, the writer, compliments her costume and asks to take a photo with her. The two end up running into each other again, and after she goes home, they end up chatting online and forming a friendship.

While Layla works to break out into the industry through her art, Vic faces some challenges in his own career that threatens to end their budding romantic relationship before it fully develops.

The book covers a lot of serious topics along the way: long distance relationships, workplace harassment, light touches on racism and LGBT dating, women in the geek universe and their discrimination, and seedy behavior from men in power in the entertainment industry toward those holding lower status or clout. I really appreciated seeing that addressed, even while keeping the story mostly light and fun to read.

I fully appreciate a strong female lead who isn’t dependent upon a man to come and rescue her, and the author did a great job of offering up a story that delivers the type of heroine who can take care of herself while keeping the reader fully engaged. I’m really looking forward to reading more by this author.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Liz Vrchota

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this cosplay romance that just pulled me in right from the beginning and never let go until the end. This was a new author to me and I wasn’t sure what to expect, but when I saw the cover and some reviews I knew this was something I couldn’t miss the chance to read. I am glad I one-clicked on a rainy and dreary day because this was exactly what I needed. I felt as if I was right there with the characters as they experienced what was going on, sometimes as if I was cosplaying myself. It was just the right amount of steam and love story to balance the geeky nerd parts that I also wanted so much but can sometimes overwhelm the story. I can’t wait to see what else is available from this author and what may come next.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am a big time nerd, and I do cosplay as well so of course this book spoke to me in that particulat sense. I started reading and I felt I had fan girls eyes as I read. The story was amazing, it was real as it could get, and seeing Vic and Layla, really showed how stars could align!

I personally loved Layla as a character. I really never felt so connected to a character as I did to her. She may have had same interests as me, but like myself, less than perfect. That what made her so connectable. What I enjoyed with her and Vic, it wasn’t star crossed love and was easy from day one. No. There was a lot of issues and occurrences that gave them a million reasons not try out their relationship. I found as I read, things came more clearer on their end, who they are, and who they wanted to be. There was a lot of emotions associated as well It was a really good read, I really loved this one truly!

Wonderful story, and I shall be sure reading more by this wonderful author. I loved the story and it had something fore everyone. I truly highly recommend giving this a read, it is not one to be missed!

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Shadel Ayerbe

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is an interracial romance with a happily ever after standalone.

Layla Bennett, a Blerdy (Black + Nerdy) fanatic, is looking forward to meeting her favorite comic book creator. She’s excited to collect his autograph, shake his hand, and pose for a photo with him while dressed as in costume. At least, that’s how she felt until meeting him and melting beneath his seductive blue eyes. Vic Williams, a comic book writer and New York Times best-selling novelist, is as seductive as the superheroes he portrays. Layla is under his spell, at least until the end of the weekend, thanks to his genial charisma.

Layla walks home with a great narrative about seeing her idol after their convention meets up, knowing that nothing would come from her fangirl blubbering. Vic and Layla meet online and immediately develop a long-distance romance, replete with anime, ramen, and excursions to the comic book store with a comic book writer. Layla is captivated with her real-life superhero, but things aren’t always as they appear, just as in comic books. Hidden realities rise to the surface under the bright lights of the comic con floor. Can Layla and Vic find their way back together despite the harsh realities of the fandom world?

I loved this story. I loved every page of it. Every chapter was exciting. This is my first book from this author and I can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Piper Foster

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Laylna is a science nerd whom makes cosplays costumes. She’s a crush on Vic whom is not the same as how he portrays himself to the world. Meeting the guy of her dreams was not what she expected they relationship has it good moments.

This book touched on alot of people insecurity in the world today because of the way society is conformed.

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Cosplay Worth by Quiana Glide – Review by Erica Shoebridge

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an cute, well-written, feel-good novel. Layla is an adorable comic book nerd, cosplay enthusiast, and burgeoning artist. Meeting her favourite author hero puts her on the back foot at first, feeling like she’s an unworthy fan girl around a writing legend. As she slowly gets to know Vic Williams, she learns a lot about the sexy older man, and starts to dream of what it might be like to date him. These two have a smoldering romance, with sweet romantic gestures and sexy scenes. This is by turns a comforting read with lovely details, and then smoking hot scenes of passion. A really well done story, I enjoyed it completely.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Santana Hicks

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was so adorkable to read! (yes I know I spelt it wrong) The main character is so cute. Layla is nerdy, introverted and shy. When she gets a chance to meet her favorite comic book writer Vic, she is over the moon. At the comic con, dressed as her favorite character from Vic’s comic, she approaches Vic’s signing booth with a bundle of nerves. They commented on her cosplay and she was at a loss for words.

Later that evening at a party, she once again comes across Vic. They had a nice evening full of easy conversation. That was the end of that. Or so she thought.

After posting online the images from the comic con, Vic commented on some of them and sent her a friend request. Layla could not believe it. Time goes on and they continue talking online forming a relationship. I really like how the author got the characters to get to know each other before jumping in like a lot of other romance novels.

Everything seems to be against them, they live across the country from each other, there is an age gap, different race, he’s famous and she’s not. All of this causes Layla to second guess everything especially herself.

Throughout the book, Layla battles with low self esteem. I loved the way the author wrote Layla as a character. She was flawed which made her more real. I also resonated with a lot of Layla’s personality traits which made the book that much more interesting to me. Honestly, if the author wrote Layla based on themselves, I could see us being best friends in real life.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Normally this is not the type of book that I would read as I am not big into Cosplay, but this book blew me away! This book is a slow burning book that kept me on my seat wanting to read more. It centers around a girl named Layla who lives and breathes cosplay when she is not consumed with work, and she is a bundle of nerves as she is going to meet her idol. At the convention she meets Vic who writes books that she is obsessed with and has a nice little banter, and gets her books autographed by him. Later they meet when they are both out having a drink, and this is the start of their story. This is the first book that I have read buy this author and I cannot wait to read more!

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Darla Yocom

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was immediately hooked when I read the title and synopsis of this book. I’m a huge fan of comics, cosplay, sketching/drawing and writing so once I had the chance to read this book, I was all in.

The author quickly introduces you to the main character, Layla who works a 9-5 in real estate as a personal assistant, which she is not passionate about in any shape or form. Her true passion is in drawing, comic books and cosplay.

In the beginning, you follow Layla’s short trip to a comic convention where she attends wearing her handmade cosplay outfit, representing her favorite female comic book character, Diablo that was created by her favorite writer, Vic Williams. When she meets the comic writer (Vic) and artist (Daisy) face to face, Layla is starstruck. She literally cannot speak besides a few mumbles. Thankfully her bff, Alex comes to the rescue with introductions.

You cannot help but smile when Daisy immediately approves and appreciates Layla’s cosplay costume. Her enthusiasm and genuine kindness is a breath of fresh air.

Vic’ interaction with Layla was sweet and a bit flirtatious. Layla of course was smitten and this starts their journey into friendship and more.

The book successfully keeps you engaged and will easily make you laugh, smile, and possibly cry since the author clearly evokes emotion with her words.

I really enjoyed this book, the characters, the storyline and it’s intent.

Also if you are a fan of romance writing, you may enjoy the author’s writing with the few encounters referenced in the book.

I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Moriah Venable

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Layla Bennett dreams of being a comic book artist. She has the chance to meet her favorite comic book artist Vic Williams at a convention but the meeting doesn’t go well when she becomes speechless.

Things take an unexpected turn when Vic and Layla connect online and soon get into a long distance relationship.

I really enjoyed this novel even more so with an African American protagonist. Not something I see a lot when it comes to stories like these.

I loved Layla and her ability to make costumes for Cosplay. It is amazing the things people are able to make.

I highly recommend this story.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide-Review by Elena Tobar

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a cute romance. I really enjoyed how it brings you into the world of cosplay and comic cons. Layla is such a huge fan of Vic’s and she can’t help but fan girl like crazy when she bumps into him. I love that because it’s just so relatable. It shows the struggles to make it in that industry and the obstacles that can pop up particularly for a woman like Layla. I really enjoyed the chemistry between Vic and Layla. He’s just so sweet and down to earth and they’re absolutely adorable together! They face some pretty rough stumbling blocks along the way. I just couldn’t put this book down, I had to see how it would end and I was more than happy with the sweet ending.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Stephanie nicole

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This romance is so absolutely perfect I just couldn’t put it down. Layla loves the Nerd scene all the way from regular super hero’s to making the best cosplay costumes. As a nerdy girl myself I totally related to Layla, but when our author introduced Layla’s crush Vic I related even more. This author did such an amazing job with this book from its originality, to its wonderful character development, and the atmosphere was perfect. While there was some pacing issues in this novel, it is still one of the best romances that I have read this year and I will be definitely looking forward to more from this author.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Jenni Bishop

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3.5 stars

If you are a nerd or not don’t miss this original fun story. This is Quiana’s debut novel, and she has stated “It’s not perfect.” The story is slow to start out with but then slowly picks up. With a little work it could be great.
The author takes us on a journey into the world of comic cons and having been to one myself I can understand the hype and appeal.
Vic is her fangirl crush and the reason she finds herself in an awkward moment when she meets him wishing the ground would swallow her whole. Layla is quirky and fun, and I found myself laughing along the way. She runs into him again and sparks fly.
Vic is a comic writer and not at all what people expect but Layla may just be the one thing he doesn’t know he needs.
I look forward to reading more from this author as I think she will really fall into her own.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a romance that I fell in love with. Layla is a personal assistant to Max, real estate agent and local cad. She dreams of being an artist. Her idol is Diablo, a comic book hero drawn by Vic Williams. She loves the strength and confidence Diablo shows. Turns out, Layla is a badass creator herself and creates a cosplay costume of Diablo that has even Vic Williams and Daisy Jones themselves noticing her. She and Vic start a long distance romance. Can this work? This was a fantastic book. Having a plot around a Cosplay convention was such a fun story because, as I mentioned, Layla doesn’t realize she is strong and confident. She tends to feel self-conscious around what social media says. I can relate. Long distance relationships are hard and can be a struggle so this was totally relatable. Vic and Layla did a good job of building the friendship but Alex would throw wrenches in the mix. The plot twists were great. They fit into the story just right. Well-written, lots of romance and adventure, and so much fun. I would definitely give this book more than a 5 if I could. I hope the author will do more romance along the cosplay line. Fantastic!!!!!

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this cute romance story. This is a new author for me which I enjoyed and look forward to reading more in the future. I found this book to be a well written story where the characters pulled me into the story from the beginning. They are unique characters that are not only relatable but also have great chemistry throughout. I also enjoyed watching their growth as well. This is a fast paced story that is engaging and is hard to put down. A story that is full of romance with a superhero but also a second chance at love. I really enjoyed this story and what the characters brought to the story. There is great plot growth which makes the story easy to read. This is an entertaining story that brought different emotions throughout. A really enjoyable story that I highly recommend.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide
Genre – Contemporary Romance
Page Count – 382

Blerdy (Black + nerdy) fangirl Layla Bennett is excited to meet her favorite comic book writer. She’s looking forward to getting his autograph, shaking his hand, and getting a photo with him while dressed in cosplay. At least that’s how she felt before meeting him and turning to mush under the gaze of his sexy blue eyes. Comic book writer and New York Times best selling author Vic Williams is as sexy as the superheroes he writes about. His affable charm has Layla under his spell, at least until the end of the weekend. 

After their convention meet cute Layla goes home with a fun story about meeting her idol, knowing nothing will come from her fangirl blubbering. When Vic connects with Layla online, their friendship quickly evolves into a long distance relationship, complete with anime, ramen, and with comic book store trips with a comic book writer. 

Layla is smitten with her real life superhero, but much like comic book lore things aren’t always what they seem. Under the bright lights of the comic con floor hidden truths come to the surface. Through the harsh reality of the fandom world can Layla and Vic find their way back together? 

This is a complete standalone romance with a HEA!

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