“Refreshingly voice-y, wildly smart, and genuinely hilarious…”
Don’t Hate The Player
Emilia Romero is living a double life. By day, she's a field hockey star with a flawless report card. But by night, she's kicking virtual ass as the only female member of a highly competitive eSports team. Emilia has mastered the art of keeping her two worlds thriving, which hinges on them staying completely separate.
When a major eSports tournament comes to her city, Emilia is determined to prove herself to her team and the male-dominated gaming community. But her perfectly balanced life is thrown for a loop when a member of a rival team recognizes her. . .
Praise for Don’t Hate The Player:
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"Refreshingly voice-y, wildly smart, and genuinely hilarious. Don't Hate the Player feels like hanging out with all of your realest, nerdiest, funniest friends.”
- Casey McQuiston, New York Times bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue
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“Devoured this in an afternoon and enjoyed every minute. Alexis Nedd is the funniest and the smartest.”
- Lin-Manuel Miranda, Pulitzer Prize–winning creator of Hamilton
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“Nedd covers an impressive range of topics with a rare combination of hilarity, sarcasm, and sincerity. Gamers and nongamers alike will squeal, cheer, and boo in this page-turner. A sure winner.”
- Kirkus, starred review
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“In this gripping debut, Nedd balances drama, humor, and romance with an expert touch.”
- Publishers Weekly, starred review
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“Nedd’s fresh, hilarious voice sparkles in this unique YA romance.”
— BuzzFeed, Best YA Books of 2021
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“Nedd ably uses gaming to slice through many topics relevant to today’s teens, such as racism and sexism. Gamers looking for a fun, relatable story with depth and heart should absolutely give this book a read.”
- Booklist
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