Some Like it Cold BY Elle McNicoll

Some Like It Cold by Elle McNicoll is a heartwarming small-town romance that captures the magic of second chances and self-discovery. The story revolves around 18-year-old Jasper Montgomery, who returns to her hometown of Lake Pristine for the first time in years, hiding personal secrets and intending to say a quiet goodbye. However, her plans are quickly upended when she crosses paths with Arthur, a passionate, aspiring filmmaker who is determined to turn Lake Pristine into the setting for his next great story.

Arthur remembers Jasper as the golden girl of their school days, the one person who stood in stark contrast to his own awkwardness. Now, faced with her unexpected return, old tensions rise, but so does something new: a growing connection that neither of them anticipated. As Arthur's film project collides with Jasper's inner struggles, their lives intertwine in ways that challenge both of their futures.

With its heartfelt exploration of neurodivergence, Some Like It Cold shines a spotlight on Jasper, an autistic heroine, and her journey of self-acceptance. As she navigates her emotions and the rekindled sparks with Arthur, the novel offers a tender, feel-good love story infused with the charm of small-town life and deep character arcs. Fans of Alice Oseman, Rainbow Rowell, and Gilmore Girls will find themselves swept away by the cozy, cinematic atmosphere, relatable characters, and the slow-burn romance that unfolds between two people who never quite left each other’s minds.