I wanted to give this second book a try but again, I couldn’t get on with the characters and it felt a bit messy and underwhelming at times.

With its authentic characters, slow-burn romance, and heartfelt exploration of emotional healing, Anyone is a moving and memorable read that will stay with readers long after the final page.

i enjoyed the second book in the dunbridge academy series a lot

the friends to lovers trope was just chef’s kiss and that ending oh my god!!! i’m hooked i love these characters so much this was a great continuation of book 1

thank you net galley and publishers for the chance to read this book!

What I loved most about *Anyone* is how it explores themes of trust, vulnerability, and personal growth. Tori and Sinclair face real challenges and obstacles that make their journey believable and relatable. Sprinz's writing captures the essence of their emotions beautifully, making me feel every high and low right alongside them.

This book is similar to book 1 in that there’s a lot of angst and tension. I did feel as though it was quite frustrating being in Tori’s head. She just seemed like she didn’t know what she wanted or who she was. Sinclair is an absolute angel!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for my copy of this e-arc

This series just isn’t for me unfortunately, I didn’t enjoy the writing nor the characters

After DNFing the first book I thought I would give this a try. I really really wanted to like this as on paper it is everything I should enjoy in a book but it was a struggle to get through.

It deals with a lot of heavy topics which I don't think are handled necessarily well.

Thanks so much to Quercus Books, Sarah Sprinz and NetGalley for the eARC, all opinions expressed are my own.

This was an interesting read, I enjoyed the dynamic between Tori and Charles, and liked the setting of the school play of Romeo and Juliet as the background, unfortunately, I found it quite hard to get into, with the messy entanglements of the wider friend group. I felt like there were a few instances where certain back stories were introduced but not enough time to explore this in detail, which would have been interesting to see why the characters are the way they are.

At times it felt a little underdeveloped and would have loved to have seen more. I am intrigued about the endings and the next book though.

I found this so hard to get into and enjoy I wanted to love this but it didn’t I wasn’t gripped didn’t want to pick it up I don’t no what it was just found it very samey maybe this would suit a different audience

3.75 ⭐️

I loved the fact Sinclair and Tori got their own book and we finally got to know the truth. Their story seemed to bring up important subjects and I loved seeing all the characters from the first book.

It did seem a little long at times and I felt it could’ve been shorter but enjoyed this book overall. The storyline from friends to lovers is something I always enjoy. Even if they couldn't communicate properly. (Thats how friends be)

Also the ending was unexpected that’s for sure. Definitely gives an insight of the next book.

This book was good but it wasn’t memorable to me! I feel like it was a bit choppy in places and felt a bit stop start!

This is the second book in the series and follows Tori and Sinclair, or Charlie, as he becomes known later in the book. Tori and Sinclair have been best friends for the whole 6 years they've been boarding students at Dunbridge Academy, and they've been in love with each other pretty much the whole time. After a single kiss when they were young, nothing further happened between the two as both were too scared to discuss their feelings.

Tori starts dating the captain of the rugby team and resident rich bad boy, Valentine Ward, because their families are close and they both understand what it's like to grow up in old money families. The problem is, Val isn't treated well by his parents and this in turn shapes the way he treats those around him - he tears down anything he doesn't like or agree with, including things that are important to Tori. She can't see he's a walking red flag but her friends can, but she doesn't want to listen to them. Until one day, she and Charlie kiss during a rehearsal for the school play - Romeo and Juliet.

Even after breaking up with Val, Tori and Sinclair can't seem to get themselves on the same page. It's clear to everyone but them that they're in love with each other. Instead they just constantly misunderstand each other, get jealous and assume things. They're supposed to be best friends but they can't even talk to each other which seems a little ridiculous, because the one person you should be able to open up to is your best friend!

There is a lot of teenage angst and drama in this book but they're 18 year olds, so not surprising really. I thought the book covered some of the tougher issues quite well, like being in a toxic relationship, alcohol abuse and cheating. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

Thanks to NetGalley and Quercus Books for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.

I didn't enjoy this book but I have a feeling that it is because It was in German but translated to English so I found it hard to understand at points and I just honestly didn't like the story, I dnfed it at 40% but that might have been a bad idea as it could have picked up and been a good story, how would i know?

However, as usual thank you to Netgalley who allowed me to read this book as an ARC.
Sadly, this book was just not meant for me but that's okay because at least I tried.

"Anyone" is a well crafted story that dives into the nuances of young love and the struggles of finding oneself. The characters are well-developed, if a bit unaware at times. I found the pacing to be quite slow, resulting in a struggle to stay engaged at all times.

The novel follows best-friends Charles and Tori as they navigate high school, life and their feelings for one another. Set mostly during the backdrop of the school play 'Romeo and Juliet' there is a definite love for the arts portrayed throughout the book. Anyone that knows my reviews will know I am a huge Shakespeare lover, so any reference to his work in a book is an automatic point in its favour.

The last 30% of the book was more fast-paced easy to read as a result, and I do genuinely feel as though a lot of readers would enjoy this book more than I did. I am just not a fan of miscommunication, which was the overwhelming theme of the novel.

'If I'm allowed only one kiss in my whole life, let it be this one.'

Sarah Sprinz's writing is emotive and engaging. Set in a boarding school, I struggled to connect with the characters for the most point, although some of the more challenging themes dealt with in the book were written exceptionally well and made up for a lot of the disconnect I felt with the characters in themselves. Sarah dealt with these difficult topics well, and I was impressed at how we saw this impact her characters.

I do feel as though some plot points were predictable and wish the resolution had been explored in more detail. However, the strong character development and relatable themes made up for this. I would recommend this read to lovers of young adult who enjoy heartfelt romance and stories about self-discovery, dealing with difficult themes.

Tropes:

Friends to Lovers
Miscommunication
Previous on-page Toxic Relationship
High School Setting
Complex Friendships

Please check TWs before reading.

Thankyou to netgalley and the publisher for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review

As a huge fan of the friends-to-lovers trope, I was immediately intrigued when I found out that Sarah Sprinz's second book, *Anyone*, focuses on Tori and Sinclair. The story did not disappoint, and it turned out to be so much more than I had expected.

The author skillfully develops the friendship between Tori and Sinclair, allowing it to blossom into a deep and genuine romance. Their chemistry is undeniable, and the way their relationship evolves feels authentic and satisfying. The emotional depth and complexity of their connection kept me engaged from start to finish.

What I loved most about *Anyone* is how it explores themes of trust, vulnerability, and personal growth. Tori and Sinclair face real challenges and obstacles that make their journey believable and relatable. Sprinz's writing captures the essence of their emotions beautifully, making me feel every high and low right alongside them.

Beyond the romance, the book offers rich storytelling with well-rounded characters and an engaging plot that kept me turning the pages. Sprinz has a knack for creating a world that feels both familiar and fresh, drawing readers in with her compelling narrative style.

Also, all the Romeo & Juliet mentions completly won me over, allowing *Anyone* to leave a lasting impression on me. It’s a wonderful continuation of the series, and I can’t wait to see where Sprinz takes us next.

So glad I could dive back into the world of Tunbridge academy! The relationships between the characters just felt so real, and I fell in love with that.

Charles Sinclair and Victoria Belhaven-Wynford are best friends. Tori can confide in him all her secrets except for the fact that she has feelings for him and not for her new boyfriend, Valentine. However, her classmate Eleanor has claimed Sinclair's attention, in Dunbridge Academy's annual theatrical performance of Romeo and Juliet. It has become even more difficult as she is supposed to write the script for the love story between the star-crossed lovers.
A cute romance between friends who seem to struggle to communicate, despite having always shared their secrets. This book does reveal some toxic relationships as well as substance abuse. Definitely written for a younger genre.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

A fabulous 2nd edition in the Dunbridge Academy series, full of the familiar angst, drama and romance.

Long-term best friends, Tori and Sinclair, have been tiptoeing around their feelings for years until a scene from the school's enactment of Romeo and Juliet results in them locking lips... Those feelings can no longer be ignored, except Tori is suddenly dating bad boy, Valentine, and she's sure Sinclair is crushing after his "Juliet" Eleanor.

This absolutely one of my favourite trips - friends to lovers - and I had a few inner squeals late in the night whilst reading. My only quibble was that I really wanted the first half of the book to be a little less slow burn, but once things started heating up, it was sweetly sexy and worthy of a Netflix drama, the likes of Maxton Hall.

I am now eagerly counting down the days until the next book!

Even though the first book didn't captivate me that much, I was really excited to read this story. Sinclair and Tori won me over in the first book, and I love a friends-to-lovers story.

Unfortunately, it wasn't what I was hoping for. Yes, they're cute together and there were several scenes I liked, but I think the communication issues between them were too much. Many times, I felt like the story was repetitive.


Thank you so much, Quercus Books, for sending me this ARC.

‘betty’ by Taylor Swift is the perfect song for this book!
I loved this book more than the first. The world of Dunbridge Academy is addicting and makes me wish that I went to boarding school? (never thought I would every say that)
Tori and Sinclair are best friends who have been pining for each other since forevermore but as all friends-to-lovers stories go, they are oblivious to their feelings being reciprocated. The secret, stolen moments were very cute and made up for the lack of communication at times.
Sinclair is book boyfriend material and he really had it all!
I recommend this series for the escape from reality. It works the treat!

Js I'm waiting patiently here for the Valentine redemption arc...

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!