Hot British Boyfriend

This enchanting debut teen romance novel, which follows one girl across the Atlantic in a quest to find adventure, love (preferably with a guy with a cute accent), and maybe even herself, is perfect for fans of Kasie West and Stephanie Perkins.

After a horrifying public rejection by her crush, Ellie Nichols does what any girl would do: she flees the country. To be more precise, she joins her high school’s study abroad trip to England. While most of her classmates are there to take honors courses and pad their college applications, Ellie is on a quest to rebuild her reputation and self-confidence. And nothing is more of a confidence booster than getting a hot British boyfriend.

When Ellie meets Will, a gorgeous and charming Brit, she vows to avoid making the same mistakes as she did with the last guy she liked. Which is why she strikes up a bargain with Dev, an overachieving classmate who she’s never clicked with, but who does seem to know a lot about the things Will is interested in—if he helps her win over her crush, then she’ll help him win over his.

But even as Ellie embarks on a whirlwind romance, one that takes her on adventures to some of England’s most beautiful places, she still needs to figure out if this is actually the answer to all her problems…and whether the perfect boyfriend is actually the perfect boy for her. 

Praise for Hot British Boyfriend…

“Befitting the picturesque setting of this delightful story, Boyce throws in some Jane Austen–esque twists…and Ellie’s goals (and love life) don’t go exactly as planned. Hot British Boyfriend is a warmhearted, feel-good read with an empowering message about staying true to yourself, quirks and all. “
—Apple Books Review (chosen as a “Best Book of February” by Apple Books)

“Verdict: The book will sweep Anglophiles and romantics off their feet.”
—School Library Journal review

“This lighthearted whirlwind of a debut is part frothy romance, part thoughtful venture of self-exploration. Readers will enjoy rooting for Ellie as she struggles to choose between the fantasy and the reality.”
—Booklist review

“Boyce keeps lighthearted humor and romance at the forefront, delivering a satisfying happy-for-now ending to a feel-good rom-com.”
—Publishers Weekly review

“Hot British Boyfriend is pure joy—an escapist romp with a quirky cast of characters and the message that love, much like life, is rarely predictable. I could have vacationed inside these pages forever.”
—Rachel Lynn Solomon, author of Today Tonight Tomorrow

“Sweet and romantic, Ellie’s journey to find herself will leave you laughing, swooning, and aching to travel.”
—Cameron Lund, author of The Best Laid Plans

“Ellie’s pursuit of love is pure reading pleasure!”
—Nancy Werlin, New York Times bestselling author of Impossible

"Reading Hot British Boyfriend is like injecting pure joy directly into your veins. This is a sweet, swoony book about finding love and, more importantly, yourself. Perfect for fans of Anna and the French Kiss!"
—Kerry Winfrey, author of Waiting for Tom Hanks and Not Like the Movies

“The definition of a perfect romantic comedy. If you loved Anna and the French Kiss, you’ll fall head over heels for Hot British Boyfriend. P.S. I’m still not okay with the fact that this book even has an ending and doesn’t just keep going on into eternity. I would follow these characters anywhere.”
—Chelsea Bobulski, author of The Wood and Remember Me

“Here’s the tea on Hot British Boyfriend: it is infused with all the charms and thrills of its English setting. Ellie is on the road to self-discovery, and her study-abroad adventure is steeped in all the best twists and surprises. Readers will delight in this rom-com’s zingy blend of swoony and gasp-worthy moments. Kristy Boyce has skillfully crafted a story that is a perfect escape to the last drop.”
—Debbie Rigaud, author of Truly, Madly, Royally