Losing It

Bliss Edwards is a 22-year-old college senior and theater major who has never had sex. Determined to lose her virginity before graduation, she heads to a bar one night to find someone for a one-night stand. The next morning, Bliss discovers her new theater professor is the man she almost slept with at the bar. She must navigate an increasingly complex situation as she continues attending his class while dealing with their mutual attraction. The story follows Bliss's journey through her final semester as she balances academic pressures, friendship dynamics, and her evolving relationship with the forbidden professor. Her attempts to keep their past encounter secret become more difficult as rumors begin to circulate on campus. This contemporary romance explores themes of first love, self-discovery, and the transition from college life into adulthood. The narrative examines how past choices and social expectations can impact personal relationships and future decisions.

Readers describe this as a fun, light new adult romance that moves quickly but follows predictable tropes. The humor and banter between characters resonates with many reviewers who quote specific witty exchanges. Readers appreciate: - Authentic portrayal of anxiety and awkwardness - Chemistry between main characters - Light tone despite serious themes - Protagonist's inner monologue Common criticisms: - Plot relies on overused romance novel scenarios - Side characters lack depth - Rushed ending - Too many clichéd moments Several readers note the book works better as a casual beach read than a serious romance novel. Some mention skimming sections to get to the main relationship development. Ratings: Goodreads: 3.9/5 (165,000+ ratings) Amazon: 4.3/5 (1,400+ reviews) Barnes & Noble: 4.2/5 (300+ reviews) Most recommend it for fans of light contemporary romance who don't mind familiar storylines and are seeking quick entertainment rather than deep character studies.

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🎭 Author Cora Carmack was a theater teacher before becoming a writer, which helped her create authentic scenes of drama students and stage productions in the novel. 📚 The book was initially self-published in 2012 and became so successful that it was quickly picked up by William Morrow/HarperCollins, making Carmack one of the early success stories of the New Adult genre. 🎓 The novel helped establish "New Adult" as a distinct category in publishing, bridging the gap between Young Adult and Adult romance fiction. 💫 "Losing It" spent multiple weeks on both the USA Today and New York Times bestseller lists, despite starting as a self-published work. 🌟 The main character's struggle with anxiety was based on the author's own experiences, adding authenticity to the portrayal of Bliss's internal conflicts.