I Can’t Believe I Don’t Have a Boyfriend by Harry Trevaldwyn

Having read and enjoyed the first book in this series, I was delighted to be offered the second — and it was just as enjoyable. These books feel like sitting down for a chat with a much younger, very amusing friend who has an endless supply of self‑deprecating humour and chaotic charm. I didn’t quite laugh out loud, but it certainly made me smile all the way through.

Patch and Sam have shared their first kiss, but they’re not officially boyfriends yet — something Patch is desperate to change. He’s convinced the best way to make it happen is to give Sam the most perfect date imaginable… but, of course, the best‑laid plans rarely survive contact with real life. Meanwhile, his best friend Jean is tutoring one of the worst boys in school and doesn’t seem to hate him nearly as much as she should, Patch’s mum is suspiciously cheerful, and Sam’s friend Peter is being altogether too nice. With Peter also on Patch’s team for the town’s short‑film competition, Patch is increasingly confused by how much he likes him too. It’s all so wonderfully, hilariously complicated.

It’s another funny, sweet and slightly chaotic instalment that captures all the confusion, intensity and overthinking of early teen relationships. Patch’s voice is as endearing as ever — dramatic, earnest and unintentionally hilarious — and the mix of friendship drama, romantic uncertainty and creative‑project mayhem makes it a genuinely charming read. Light, relatable and full of heart, it’s exactly the kind of book that leaves you smiling. I loved it ---  more please.

 

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