Synopsis:
Kathy Peterson knows what she needs to accomplish as she finishes her last year of high school, and her goals all revolve around her figure skating career in what could be her final season. She doesn’t want to think about how increasingly uncomfortable she is with the hyper-feminine expectations of skating, ones she wishes she could go against but doesn’t have the nerve to. And she certainly doesn’t need the kind of distraction a relationship would bring.
Ava Choi, the new girl in town, doesn’t seem like she should be distracting at all, even after Kathy is forced to take a class alongside her. She’s so shy she barely speaks. She’s the smart one between them. She does gymnastics, not skating, and she doesn’t even compete. They have nothing in common… except for Ava’s appreciation for skating. And Kathy’s style in particular – which she praises for the same pretty and girly qualities Kathy is struggling with.
The more time they spend together, and the more Ava sees courage – something both of them feel they lack – in Kathy’s performances, the more Kathy longs to make this the year when her skating finally feels like her own. But will Ava still like Kathy if she learns about the unfeminine version of Kathy that’s been kept closed away?
Review:
I’m by no means an expert in figure skating or gymnastics, but I absolutely love watching both. Sometimes it’s refreshing to be reminded of the things I’m not good at!
The synopsis immediately caught my attention. Figure skating is having a well‑deserved moment right now, and combining it with a sapphic love story, a slow‑burn romance, and a journey of self‑discovery makes for an intriguing setup.
The two main characters come from very different backgrounds, yet their struggles mirror each other in subtle ways. It takes time for them to open up, forming a genuine friendship before realizing there’s a deeper connection growing between them. They’re both young and still learning how to stand up for themselves, which feels believable given the competitive world they’re navigating.
There’s always someone who wants the spotlight more, someone who seems just a bit better, and not letting that overshadow your own strengths is no small task. They lean on one another, not only in their budding relationship but also in rediscovering their passion for the sport.
At its heart, this is a story about two young women trying to find their place in the world, building a bond that encourages growth and confidence. I enjoyed watching them lay the groundwork for what comes next in their lives. If you love the sport and enjoy a slow‑burn sapphic romance, this book is definitely worth picking up.
🌙 Recension: Edge Closer by Robin Lyndon
📚 Genre: Romance, Sapphic, Figure Scating
📅 Release Date: February 6, 2026
📱 Read as: Kindle
📗 Kindle
💸 I received an advance review copy for free , and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
🗣️ Language: English
📆 Pages: 252
⭐️ 4/5
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