Who Would Like This Book:
If you’re into best-friends-to-lovers romance with authentic chemistry and witty banter, this book is for you! The Hollywood backdrop adds a fun, glitzy twist while exploring real issues of sexuality, fame, and friendship. The dual point-of-view style lets you inside both hearts and minds, making you root for Kendall and Payton every step of the way. Perfect for fans of LGBTQ+ stories, slow-burn romance, and character-driven contemporary fiction.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers may find the writing style a bit too youthful or simple, especially since the characters read younger than their stated age. The Hollywood details can feel unrealistic, and name changes for iconic things (like the Oscars) might take you out of the story. If you’re looking for complex plot twists or super realistic showbiz scenes, or if you dislike when books follow familiar romance beats, this one might not totally grab you.
About:
"The Gravity Between Us" by Kristen Zimmer is a heartwarming story about two best friends, Kendall and Payton, who navigate the complexities of their relationship as one of them, a Hollywood celebrity, discovers her true sexuality. The plot unfolds with a mix of love, rejection, fear, and ultimately, acceptance, capturing the journey of self-discovery and love between the two main characters. The writing style is described as modern and comfortable, offering a narrative that allows readers to feel the growth of love and connection between the characters.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
There are some triggers related to coming out experiences and identity exploration, which may require caution for sensitive readers.
Has Romance?
There is a significant romantic element throughout the story, highlighting Kendall and Payton's evolving relationship.
From The Publisher:
The Gravity Between Us is a daring, romantic, emotional story about friendship, love, and finding the courage to be yourself in a crazy world. New Adult novel: recommended for 17] due to mature themes and sexual content. "It's like there's gravity between us, like she's the only thing anchoring me to the world, keeping me from floating off into the upper stratosphere and being lost in space. I can't risk losing her." Where does friendship stop and love begin? At just 19, Kendall Bettencourt is Hollywood's hottest young starlet with the world at her feet - but behind the glamour and designer dresses is a girl who longs for normal. Payton Taylor is Kendall's best friend since childhood, and the one person who reminds her of who she really is - her refuge from the craziness of celebrity life. With her career taking off, Kendall moves Payton to LA to help keep her sane. But Payton is hiding a secret that could make everything ten times worse. Because to her, Kendall is more than a best friend - she is the only girl that she has ever loved. Just as they need each other more than ever, they'll have to answer the question of where friendship stops and love begins? And find out whether the feelings they have can survive the mounting pressure of fame...
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1 comment(s)
I'm not going to write some huge takedown here. I just wanted this to be so much more than it was, which was probably part of the problem. The will they/won't they loooong build up very common in F/F is very long--I think they kiss around 60%--and the ending is predictable and gets the characters out of an entirely self-created situation. Occasionally there was a real spark in the dialogue between the two--or others--that was clever/playful and showed some chemistry. But often ran toward Young Adult rather than New Adult (ugh) in its sensibilities generally, and generally mediocre prose. A LOT of "OMG! I can't believe I just said that!" like, at least four or five times, by multiple characters. Check your filters, people.
I love what you wanted to be, little book. Don't give up. More NA F/F please (since the mainstays of FF are definitely a little...older). I might not be nice, but it's because I love.
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