The Fill-In Boyfriend

When Gia Montgomery's boyfriend, Bradley, dumps her in the parking lot of her high school prom, she decides to do the unthinkable…convince the cute guy waiting to pick up his sister to pretend to be her boyfriend for the night. The task is simple: two hours, zero commitment, a few white lies.

The problem is that days after prom, she can't stop thinking about her fill-in boyfriend. But can Gia turn her fake boyfriend into a real one without exposing her lie and possibly destroying her friendships and her newfound relationship?

Smartly observed and wonderfully romantic, Kasie West's talent shines in this tale of one girl's unexpected quest to find love…and possibly herself.

When Gia Montgomery's boyfriend, Bradley, dumps her in the parking lot of her high school prom, she has to think fast. After all, she'd been telling her friends about him for months now. This was supposed to be the night she proved he existed. So when she sees a cute guy waiting to pick up his sister, she enlists his help. The task is simple: be her fill-in boyfriend—two hours, zero commitment, a few white lies. After that, she can win back the real Bradley.

The problem is that days after prom, it's not the real Bradley she's thinking about but the stand-in. The one whose name she doesn't even know. But tracking him down doesn't mean they're done faking a relationship. Gia owes him a favor, and his sister intends to see that he collects: his ex-girlfriend's graduation party—three hours, zero commitment, a few white lies.

Just when Gia begins to wonder if she could turn her fake boyfriend into a real one, Bradley comes waltzing back into her life, exposing her lie, and threatening to destroy her friendships and her newfound relationship.

The charming story is beautifully written, and the characters are well developed… West’s novel is sweet and captivating. - School Library Journal on THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US

An antidote to dystopian and post-apocalyptic fiction, this Cinderella story is sweet and hopeful. - Kirkus on THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US

West builds enjoyable tension and absorbing chemistry between Charlie and Braden, and her depiction of growing up surrounded by brothers is thoroughly enjoyable. - Publishers Weekly on ON THE FENCE

West’s premise is a winner, and Addie is the kind of heroine readers would want as a best friend-loyal, unpretentious, and thoughtful. - Publishers Weekly (starred review) on PIVOT POINT

West’s debut showcases riveting storytelling. - Kirkus on PIVOT POINT

The plot is fast-paced with plenty of astonishing twists and secrets to be uncovered, which should even surprise fans. - Booklist on SPLIT SECOND

A fast, smart thriller populated by lively characters. - Kirkus on SPLIT SECOND

What seems like a fairly run-of-the-mill high-school story blossoms into a surprisingly engaging romance and journey of self-discovery... High-school romance fans will enjoy the sweet and witty dialogue between Gia and Hayden. - Booklist