This Time It’s Real by Ann Liang

This Time It’s Real by Ann Liang – A Swoon-Worthy YA Fake Dating Rom-Com Paperback

About the Book

This Time It’s Real follows sixteen-year-old Eliza Lin, whose personal essay about falling in love goes viral online. There’s just one problem. She made the whole thing up, and now she has to make it look real.

About the Author

Ann Liang is a New York Times and Indie bestselling author known for heartfelt, character-driven young adult romance novels including If You Could See the Sun and I Hope This Doesn’t Find You. Born in Beijing and raised between China and Australia, she brings authentic cultural detail and emotional depth to her stories, and her books have been published in more than twenty countries.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is perfect for teen readers and YA fans who love fake dating stories, slow burn romance, and coming of age fiction with heart and humor. Anyone who enjoys rom-coms set against a rich international backdrop will want this one on their shelf.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is This Time It’s Real appropriate for teen readers?
Yes, This Time It’s Real is written for teens and young adults, roughly ages 13 to 17, and follows a clean, feel good YA romance storyline.

What is This Time It’s Real by Ann Liang about?
It is a YA rom-com about a girl whose viral essay about a fake relationship forces her into a fake dating arrangement that slowly becomes real.

Is This Time It’s Real a standalone book?
Yes, This Time It’s Real is a standalone young adult novel, so readers can enjoy the full story without needing to read a sequel.