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Ivan Lukov

From Lukov with Love by Mariana Zapata

the competitive skater with a smart mouth and a soft spot for his partner.

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the line that explains him

“Because I'm okay with you having ten other people be your favorite. But you're always going to be my favorite person.”
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From Lukov with Love cover
spice level: 🌶

the book behind him

From Lukov with Love

by Mariana Zapata

  • enemies to lovers
  • slow burn
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Tropeenemies to lovers / slow burn
Love languageacts of service
Would he text backyes. probably to annoy you, then check if you’re feeling better.

who he is

ivan lukov is the figure skater in from lukov with love by mariana zapata who is very good at what he does. unfortunately, that includes getting on jasmine’s nerves.

he’s competitive. sarcastic. always ready with something that will get a reaction out of her. she gives it right back, and now these two have to trust each other enough to skate together. good luck.

then she gets sick, and he’s checking her temperature, offering her a cold towel, and making sure she has what she needs. still teasing her. still being ivan. just a lot softer than she expected.

that’s what i like about him. so much tension, but underneath all the bickering, it’s soft and sweet. that cute “we hate each other” energy when you’re waiting for them to admit they don’t.

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Ivan Lukov quotes

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“Because I'm okay with you having ten other people be your favorite. But you're always going to be my favorite person.”

— From Lukov with Love by Mariana Zapata
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“I think you should marry me, Meatball.”

— From Lukov with Love by Mariana Zapata
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frequently asked questions

who is Ivan Lukov?
ivan lukov is the mmc in from lukov with love by mariana zapata.
what book is Ivan Lukov from?
from lukov with love by mariana zapata.
how old is Ivan Lukov?
nearly 30 at the start.
what does Ivan Lukov look like?
  • black hair, gray-blue eyes, and long black lashes.
  • lean build, broad shoulders, and long legs.
  • fair skin and a pretty-boy face.
who is Ivan Lukov's love interest?
jasmine santos, his skating partner.
does Ivan Lukov end up with Jasmine Santos?
yes, they have a happy ending.
where can i find the best Ivan Lukov quotes?
find Ivan Lukov's best quotes (and my favorites) here.