The Cuffing Game written by Lyla Lee and reviewed by Klaudia Janek

Summary: Mia Yoon, a driven freshman at a film school in California, dreams of producing her own reality dating show. Her plans take a twist when she must enlist Noah Cho, a popular senior and social media influencer, as a contestant. Despite their initial animosity, Mia and Noah create "The Cuffing Game," a dating show for straight and queer couples. As Noah participates in romantic dates on the show, Mia grapples with her own crush on him. The dynamic between the two evolves, leading to unexpected personal growth journey and romantic tension. With a diverse cast and an engaging plot, the story explores themes of ambition, identity, and love. 

Straight Talk for Librarians: YA readers will like the vibrant mix of romance, humor, and drama in "The Cuffing Game." The book offers a fresh take on the enemies-to-lovers trope, with relatable characters and a unique reality TV setting. Its inclusivity, featuring diverse gender identities and cultural backgrounds, provides diverse representation in this YA book. The dual perspectives of Mia and Noah allow readers to see both sides as they navigate personal challenges and relationships. With its engaging plot and heartfelt moments, this story is perfect for fans of romantic comedies, Kpop fans and reality TV drama.  This book would fit well on a winter themed book display, it would mostly be for fun reading.  It is possible to make some Korean/Kpop connections.  The characters in this book are college age, so there is some reference to drinking, but no explicit scenes. I think the story encourages readres to consider influencers online personalities vs. their real personalities.  It also gives readers an idea of what a film major's life consists of in terms of classes and projects. It's a fun choice for older high school students.