Let the Games Begin

Paperback Published on: 18/07/2024
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Let the Games Begin
Cute, fun romance
The story takes place during the Olympics 2024 (in Athens instead of Paris). I loved the characters and their individual stories and struggles. I almost pr... READ MORE
Elisa in Milton Keynes

Synopsis

Set against a sizzling-hot Greek summer, Let the Games Begin is a page-turning sports rom-com about two strangers at the top of their game.

MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF JULY 2024: NPR, Kirkus, Elle, Amazon, Bustle, and more

"A debut deserving of a gold medal." ? Kirkus (starred review)

"A radiant, joyful debut novel with a particularly fun setting." ?ELLE

"Sweet and inspiring a savvy and layered romance" ?NPR

It’s the 2024 Summer Olympics and Zeke and Olivia are there to win.

Zeke Moyo is the star athlete of Team GB. He’s in Athens to claim the title of fastest man in the world. Olivia Nkomo is an ambitious grad who’s just landed a career-making internship. she’s at the Olympics to finally earn her seat at the table.

But when Zeke and Olivia collide – literally – on the first day of the games, sparks fly, leading to an unexpected summer romance. But with the competition stirring up uncomfortable memories from Zeke’s past and Olivia’s dream job turning into a nightmare, will love become a hurdle? Or could running beside the right person change the whole game?

Two winners. One Summer. Let The Games Begin.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • ISBN: 9781405965415
  • Number of pages: 352
  • Dimensions: 197 x 129 x 22 mm
  • Weight: 249g
  • Languages: English

Customer Reviews

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Let the Games Begin
A great sports romance but make it Olympic!
Actual rating: 4,5 This book was so unique! I’m so happy I got an early copy. Slightly gutted that I didn’t read it sooner, but I think I was reading at t... READ MORE
Raquel Bonelli
Let the Games Begin
Perfect YA summer romance
A cute summer YA romance following an Olympic athlete, Zeke, and an aspiring Olympic lawyer, Olivia. From the beginning the reader is given the impression ... READ MORE
alev mustafa
Let the Games Begin
Must read for summer
What a great debut novel from Rufaro! This story is dual POV and spans over two weeks at the Olympic Games in Greece following Olivia and Zeke. Oli... READ MORE
Chloe Hamilton
Let the Games Begin
So much fun!
This charming contemporary romance, Rufaro Faith Mazarura's debut, is set at a fictional Olympic Games at Athens in 2024. Our two Zimbabwean protagonists a... READ MORE
Laura
Let the Games Begin
A very cute summer romcom!
I couldn't put the book down. This was a great story about Olivia and Zeke finding each other, but most importantly, finding themselves. As a Black Brit... READ MORE
DamixReads Od
Let the Games Begin
A wholesome romance, just in time to read while the Olympics take place!
3.75 This was so wholesome and fun! I love the setting and all of the side characters were great, although I was hoping to see more of a certain pair toge... READ MORE
Shauna McGuinness
Let the Games Begin
The best book to read to drum up excitement for the olympics
Kayleigh
Let the Games Begin
Sports romance
Let the Games Begin was my first sports romance book! To me it felt like contemporary YA romance, & not in a bad way! What I mean by that is that though th... READ MORE
Marina Marcello
Let the Games Begin
Perfect summer read!
I loved Zeke and Olivia from the moment they met. Their banter was so much fun to read and it became clear very early on that they would be great together!... READ MORE
Mariana
Let the Games Begin
this book needs to be on essential summer reading lists!
mazarura’s debut is not only a beautiful holiday/ sports romance, but also a love letter to the children of the diaspora. love an ambitious black female... READ MORE
Kimberly Azumah