- Paperback: 240 pages
- Publisher: Simon Pulse (Jan 18 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1442430834
- ISBN-13: 978-1442430839
- Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 12.7 x 1.9 cm
- Shipping Weight: 386 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #431,763 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
Brace yourself for the battle of the exes....
Hayden and Nick used to be a hot item, but their brief affair ended with a highly publicized breakup. Now the two are "just friends," excluding the occasional flirtation.
When Hayden wins the girls' division of a local snowboarding competition, Nick is unimpressed, claiming that Hayden wouldn't have a chance against a guy. Hayden calls Nick's bluff and challenges him to a head-to-head boarding contest. Their mutual friends quickly take sides, the girls on Hayden's and the boys on Nick's, making for an all-out battle of the sexes. This friendly competition is bound to get heated -- and they might end up igniting some old flames.
About the Author
Jennifer Echols is the author of romantic dramas for MTV and romantic comedies for Pulse. She currently lives in Birmingham. Visit her on the web at www.jennifer-echols.com.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
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By TeensReadToo "Eat. Drink. Read. Be Merrier." (All Over the US & Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Ex Games (Mass Market Paperback)
Back in seventh grade, Hayden and Nick went on a few dates. Then when a secret was revealed, the relationship ended...badly.Now it's junior year and Hayden still finds herself staring at Nick and keeping up-to-date with his never-ending list of girlfriends. The two endlessly flirt back and forth, but that ends when Nick challenges Hayden to a snowboarding competition. Hayden is all for the competition. She loves snowboarding, but there's one problem: the jump. Hayden is afraid of heights, and Nick won't change his mind about the competition. So the Extreme Games begin...or shall we say the Ex Games. Jennifer Echols adds a cute and funny addition to Simon Pulse's Romantic Comedies line. She creates a unique heroine who has a few realistic flaws that get the reader to sympathize and relate to Hayden. Echols also creates a very good-looking leading man who also has depth. This entertaining story is a great read for anyone who enjoys a true chick flick tale. Reviewed by: Steph
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4.1 out of 5 stars (21 customer reviews) 6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Hilarious, sweet, and fun,
By The Book Muncher - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Ex Games (Mass Market Paperback)
Since their very public breakup four years ago, Hayden and Nick have been just friends, at best. So what if Hayden's best friends are now with Nick's best friends? So what if Nick has seemed to be flirting with Hayden lately? Hayden will not give in to Nick's hunkiness, no matter how much she enjoys the flirting. When Hayden wins the girls' division of a local snowboarding competition, Nick derides her victoray by declaring she couldn't hold her own against a guy. Oh, it's on now. How Hayden and Nick aren't just exchanging light insults and gibes but heavier taunts and angry exclamations they might not be able to take back. As each prepares for this new snowboarding battle of the sexes, they'll have to break past their own fears and decide what's more important: winning the competition or the relationship neither thought would work out.I just love the Simon Pulse Romantic Comedies because I can always count on them to make me laugh and smile with a funny, sweet, and heartwarming story. In addition, Echols is one of my favorite RoCom authors, especially after The Ex Games. This novel is all about the chase, four years of chase to be exact, the give and take in complicated relationships, and how the smallest past betrayals can become something larger over time. Hayden and Nick are completely realistic with their stubbornness and difficulty in dealing with all the issues in their lives. I think it was their painful reluctance to apologize that I could relate to most, though, and because of that, I rooted even more for them to work out their problems and get together. Yes, the whole romance of the story is pretty predictable, but that doesn't makes its culmination any less sweet; it anything it's even more so. And for that, I really just thank Echols for this cute and fun-filled story that will brighten up any reader's days. Fans of any of the other RoComs, particularly The Boys Next Door also be Jennifer Echols, will also enjoy The Ex Games, in addition to fans of Picture Perfect by Catherine Clark. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very entertaining and funny,
By SMK - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Ex Games (Mass Market Paperback)
reviewHayden and Nick were sweethearts for some short weeks when they were 13. Now it's four years later and there is still something special between them. Even though Hayden has been the victim of a lot of jokes from Nick she is still interested in him. When a banter between them results in a snowboarding contest to find out if Hayden or Nick is the better snowboarder things change. While preparing for the contest they realize that the banter between them is in reality just a way to disguise their true feelings. Who will win the snowboard contest and even more importantly will they both win in the game called love? I read this book looking for a light-hearted, entertaining and cute story and that's exactly what I got. All of the main characters are likable and there are a lot of scenes that made me laugh. The love story between Hayden and Nick is predictable but in a good way. The journey to their personal happy end is cute and makes me want to read more by Jennifer Echols. "The Ex Games" is definitely a make you feel happy book. The teasings between Hayden and Nick are my highlight of the book. I also enjoyed that there is not too much drama in the book and that Hayden's parents are normal and nice. cover Bright and fun just like the book. Ok, the boy on the cover should have long hair but that's something I can live with. final appraisal Just the right book when you are in need to be entertained and want to laugh and smile a lot. The story is cute and lighthearted and brightened my mood immediately. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
I expected so much more,
By D. Strayhorn "teen angster" - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: The Ex Games (Mass Market Paperback)
After reading "Going too far," and loving it I sought out other books by this author and found this one. It wasn't at all what I expected. This book lacked the depth of the other and I found the "I like you/I hate you" dynamic of the main characters annoying. They never seemed to get through an entire chapter, nor conversation, for that matter, feeling the same way about each other. There were a few comedic moments but they just weren't enough to make me completely like this book and I really did try.
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