THE BOOK SWAP is the debut title of author Tess Bickers, who previously worked in media and entertainment. 

BOOK SWAP is a friends-to-lovers story where the main characters meet in school, become friends, and fall for and out with each other. James, Erin and Bonnie become friends in school after the girls save James from some bullies. Their friendship grows stronger with time, and so does the bullying for James. Amidst all the school drama, James and Erin's bond grows stronger with their mutual love for reading and books.  By the end of the school year, the bullying has won and the trio are no longer friends. A fallout means resentment and anger are still keeping the friends apart. A chance book swap at a free public library in London sees James and Erin swapping notes via the books from the library.  The BOOK SWAP makes them fall for each other all over again. When they realise it's them behind the mystery exchange, their lives explode once again. Will the BOOK SWAP save their lost love and friendship or lose it all to anger and betrayal?

My thoughts - 

1. The idea behind the story is interesting and so are the friendships. It is something that gives the story its emotional hold. 

2. James and Erin both hold in their hearts, a lot of unresolved family issues. James is liked and comes across as relatable despite the issues, while Erin is challenging to like. 

3. There's a lot of personal drama along with the excitement of exchanging notes via the library books. This drama and book swap is what as a reader kept me going. 

4. This is a dual POV and there's not much about Erin that makes her a favorite and at times even intolerable. It's the same kind of issue and yet James is more likeable and one I could root for even if it was him wanting his future with Erin. 

5. I believe one of the redeeming qualities of Erin is her love of books and reading and how she actually uses that passion to finally find her calling.  Overall, with a lot of angst, liberally paced with book love and family drama, The BOOK SWAP is a story you will enjoy on a lazy day.