Choose a Formula 1 Driver, Get a Book Boyfriend By Savannah Kennelly Choose a Formula 1 Driver, Get a Book BoyfriendIt’s lights out and away we go! Fun fact: I LOVE Formula 1! I grew up watching motorsports thanks to my dad, and with the advent of Netflix’s Drive to Survive, I’ve really gotten way more into F1 racing. I mean, yes, there’s a certain joy at watching cars go fast around a track, but you become so much more invested once you get a glimpse behind the pit-wall! And it doesn’t hurt that a number of these racers are easy on the eyes – let alone the fact they make bank and are quite literally some of the best race car drivers in the world! You can see why so many of the fans have crushes! Let’s be real, I’d probably date any and all of them. So here it is: choose your favorite Formula 1 driver and I’ll give you a book boyfriend just like them!Jameson Hawthorne from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/series-theinheritancegames/">The Inheritance Games</a>TWO TIME WORLD CHAMPION MAX EMILIAN VERSTAPPEN. A huge round of applause to our 2022 World Champ clinching it at Suzuka. And if you’ve chosen our boy Max, I’m going to make an assumption: you like winners. And there’s nothing more Hawthorne than winning, baby. Jameson and Max share a competitive drive and that bad-boy attitude we all just love! Orange Army and Team Jameson unite!Han Alister from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-the-seven-realms/">The Demon King</a>Checo, Checo, Checo. Love me some Checo. He’s had his fair share of legendary moments, from going from last to first in Bahrain for his first ever win to this year’s Monaco, Checo is a stunner. He’s someone everyone underestimated, coming from humble beginnings, to almost losing his spot, to now being ranked 2nd (as of writing) in the World Championship. You love an underdog, and as a result I give you Han Alister! Han was once a ruthless gang leader, now determined to follow the straight and narrow. But after crossing some scheming wizards, he is put on the path toward royal intrigue and Princess Raisa ana’Marianna, heir to the Queendom.Apollo from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-daughter-of-sparta/">Daughter of Sparta</a>It’s the golden boy, Charles. He looks like a model, drives like a beast, and is F1’s certifiable heartthrob. What better way to describe Apollo from Daughter of Sparta? I mean, Charles already has the looks down, god that he is, and he’s got the musical talent! Have you seen him play piano? Honestly, the more I think about it, the more it fits. All he needs is an enemies-to-lovers arc, and they’re practically the same person.Grayson Hawthorne from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/series-theinheritancegames/">The Inheritance Games</a>I don’t know why, but Carlos Sainz gives me Grayson energy. Don’t get me wrong, we love seeing his iconic off-grid interactions, but when he’s in the car, he just seem dialed in. He’s strategic, able to argue his methods with the Ferrari team, all while driving 200mph! That singular focus and tactical mind! Plus, he’s not bad on the eyes. I mean, we all saw him after that Singapore race! My only question is how on earth he gets his hair to look so good?Prince Castian from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-incendiary/">Incendiary</a>Here’s the thing about Lewis – he’s the GOAT. He just is. His success is undeniable, and for a long time it seemed as though he couldn’t possibly lose. And to many, that makes him a villain. But like Prince Castian, I think Lewis has hidden depths. Prince Castian might seem like a villain, but you bet your stars there’s more to that story!Thomas Cresswell from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-stalking-jack-the-ripper/">Stalking Jack the Ripper</a>You like yourself a good old-fashioned gentleman with the edge of speed! I love George Russell because he has been absolutely killing it this season. Mr. Consistency indeed! And his vibe is just oh so very posh. Enter Thomas Cresswell! This Victorian gentleman has the manners to match George, and his penchant for solving murders… well. Let’s just say it’ll never be boring!The Ankou from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/titles/kate-pentecost/that-dark-infinity/9780759555143/">That Dark Infinity</a>Oh, little baby Lando Norris. I adore Lando and his legendary hatred of fish. He likes video games and DJing and dominating on track, and I love that for him. His blend of cool-as-you-like competence on track and slightly awkward humor reminds me of The Ankou, a deadly monster hunter who also can’t help but be adorably awkward when trying to hold a conversation. But don’t let that sweet exterior fool you, there’s more than meets the eye to both of these guys!Danyal from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/titles/syed-m-masood/more-than-just-a-pretty-face/9780316492362/">More Than Just a Pretty Face</a>Confidence, baby, confidence! We love a confident man! Daniel Ricciardo might have had a tough couple of seasons, but his attitude and personality ensure he still has a special place in my heart! Besides, how can you not love that accent? It’s this confidence that makes me think Danyal is the perfect fit! They’re both good-looking guys and they know it. But they also both want to make sure the world knows they’re more than just a pretty face!Envy from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-kingdom-of-the-wicked/">Kingdom of the Wicked</a>I’m not saying Esteban Ocon is the drama… but he’s the drama. He’s had beef with every single one of his teammates. Like, who does not have beef with Estie bestie? Enter Envy from Kingdom of the Wicked. Now Envy, like Esteban Ocon, doesn’t strike me as the worst kind of guy. He just… likes to stir the pot. But who doesn’t like a little drama now and again?Wrath from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-kingdom-of-the-wicked/">Kingdom of the Wicked</a>Two-time world champ Fernando Alonso is, in fact, the devil himself and I mean that as a compliment. The man is cold as ice. He has a reputation for finding the drama and becoming the center of it, giving him the reputation of Formula 1’s best villain. And who could better match that energy than Wrath, one of the Wicked – the seven princes of hell ruling over the seven deadly sins?Death from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-belladonna/">Belladonna</a>It’s mister steal-yo-girl, liked-by-Pierre Gasly. The confidence this man possesses, I swear to god. I mean, I don’t know if he actually has stolen someone’s girl, but he 100% could steal me from just about anyone. He’s just got that cool factor – plus he’s got a great sense of humor if his social media is anything to go by. Devilish, debonair charmers, Pierre and Death are two peas in a pod. Truly all I want in life is to dance at a masquerade ball with either of these men – if not both!Prince Kendrik from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/titles/tracy-banghart/a-season-of-sinister-dreams/9780316460408/">A Season of Sinister Dreams</a>Yuki, Yuki, Yuki… I love Yuki but sometimes it feels like he’s a little out to lunch. Like, he’s a solid racer, he’s done well. But like, I also wouldn’t be surprised if you told me in five years he will leave F1 to own a restaurant. Like, he’s competent and very entertaining, but dude doesn’t seem too pressed to become a world champ. Not unlike Prince Kendrik, who is a little too sweet to be on the throne, if I’m being honest. Sure, he might be next in line but is he best suited for the role? Who can say.Nate Archibald from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-gossip-girl/">Gossip Girl</a>Ah Seb! We adore you and congratulate you on your retirement! If you’re a Seb fan it probably means you like the classics with a dash of chill, relaxed attitude. Enter Nate! Nate is the quintessential New York Upper East Sider, charming and chilled out. But while Nate is at the heart of the feud between Blair and Serena, I don’t think Seb is that kind of guy. But you know what, with some of his antics around the paddock, I wouldn’t be surprised to learn Seb also likes to cause a little chaos.Malachi from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-grace-and-fury/">Grace and Fury</a>Look, I like Lance. He seems like a cool dude. Is he the best F1 driver? No. But you know what, I think he gets a bad rap. I mean, it seems like he’s really stuck under his father’s thumb. Luckily for Lance, that means he’s dragged along to whatever team his father wants to sponsor. Unluckily for Malachi, being stuck under his father’s thumb means being part of a totalitarian regime and that any sign of dissent means being sent to prison. So… not quite the same. But you get the idea.Arsalan from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/titles/syed-m-masood/sway-with-me/9780316492416/">Sway With Me</a>Alex Albon is so adorable! If you follow him on social, you know he often plays the WAG for his girlfriend, pro golfer Lily Muni! Who does this remind me of…? Arsalan of course! Arsalan is the cutest, most awkward nerd! Charming in a clumsy way, you know Arsalan would be a doting boyfriend! He’s been raised to have traditional manners, taught to respect women, and is just generally the sweetest human around!Mike Newton from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-twilight/">Twilight</a>You might be asking: Savannah, why have you done this to me? And it’s entirely because you deserve it. Now, nothing against Latifi, he’s probably a nice guy. But he’s currently ranked 21st in a 20 person sport (if you’re wondering how, Alex Albon had to sit out of a race and his replacement Nyck de Vries scored in in the points, while Latifi has yet to score anything). Just like Mike Newton, Latifi isn’t a bad guy. He’s just… well. I’ll leave it at that.Travis Bell from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-none-shall-sleep/">None Shall Sleep</a>Zhou seems like a very chill, very competent guy. Like, he knows his job and he’s good at it. He tends to stay out of the drama, and he’s been improving steadily ever since he entered the paddock. So too with Travis Bell. He’s a down-to-earth, no funny business young man who just wants to become the best FBI agent he can. But he’s also got plenty to learn – and fast if he’s to face off with a serial killer!Jacob from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-twilight/">Twilight</a>Always the best friend, never the boyfriend. Poor Valtteri was always second-fiddle next to Lewis Hamilton. But now that he’s moved over Alfa Romeo, he’s living his best life! Good for Valtteri! We all hope the same for Jacob.Prince Cardan from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-the-folk-of-the-air/">The Cruel Prince</a>Kevin Magnussen strikes me as the bad-boy of F1. He’s a no-holds-barred let-get-after-it kind of racer, and I love the attitude. If any of the F1 drivers could moonlight as a rockstar, it would be Kevin. He gives me big Prince Cardan vibes. Like, he seems like a chill kind of dude, but as soon as it’s time to get down to business his cleverness really shines through!Lazlo Strange from <a href="https://www.thenovl.com/landing-page/novl-series-page-strange-the-dreamer/">Strange the Dreamer</a>Mick Schumacher is the golden retriever boy of the F1 grid. I adore him and his sweet, sweet face. I mean, he’s the kind of sweetheart you can’t help but root for! And that’s why he makes the perfect fit for Lazlo Strange. Lazlo is also a golden retriever of a young man, but like Mick, Lazlo has a fire in his belly to find his destiny and prove his worth!Choose an F1 Driver
