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strangelynormal's review
4.0
We met both Piper Fox and Oliver Nichols in Between a Fox and a Hard Place. Piper is one of Finley’s four living siblings, an artist that has just come out of an abusive relationship. Oliver has just made a business agreement with the Fox family that benefits both of them, but one of the conditions is that Piper creates some pieces for his new gallery. Both characters have emotional hurt in their past that leaves them unsure or unwilling to a romantic relationship. However, there is undeniable attraction between them that can not be ignored.
Oliver believes he is a jerk and uncaring but he is just defensive. Piper sees through him quickly and the more time she spends with him the more there is to like. I love that Piper acknowledges the harm her ex caused but is determined to live her life to the fullest. Although, there were also times where I wish she would have proceeded with more caution. As I am sure Oliver would as well.
This book is a slow burn with a touch of suspense. It also builds well off the previous book and leads into the next. We know the Piper’s sisters Taylor and Mindy are not really on speaking terms but not why. Piper lives with Mindy while in New York and gets a front row seat to the consequences of her mistakes. I am interested to learn more about her personal story next.
Oliver believes he is a jerk and uncaring but he is just defensive. Piper sees through him quickly and the more time she spends with him the more there is to like. I love that Piper acknowledges the harm her ex caused but is determined to live her life to the fullest. Although, there were also times where I wish she would have proceeded with more caution. As I am sure Oliver would as well.
This book is a slow burn with a touch of suspense. It also builds well off the previous book and leads into the next. We know the Piper’s sisters Taylor and Mindy are not really on speaking terms but not why. Piper lives with Mindy while in New York and gets a front row seat to the consequences of her mistakes. I am interested to learn more about her personal story next.
kirsberry's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
donnareadathon2021's review
5.0
The story
Piper is an artist working in metal sculpture. She’s been commissioned by billionaire Oliver to produce four works, part of a deal to save her family’s business. But after coming out of an abusive relationship, Piper has lost her muse. She’s wondering if she can’t find her creativity if she spends time with Oliver, the one man that’s made her feel anything in months. But Oliver has been hurt so much in the past that he struggles to trust his feelings for Piper.
My thoughts
I loved the first book in this series (Between a Fox and a Hard Place) about Piper’s older sister. This story is a great follow up. There is charm, humility and emotion galore, and I loved getting insight into both character’s points of view. Oliver is a cold person on the outside but had the gooey-est inside and cares deeply about those close to him, even though he doesn’t believe this about himself. I love how he and Piper are able to find peace with each other. Piper’s messy and large family keeps things interesting. Excited to see that sister Mindy’s story comes next
Piper is an artist working in metal sculpture. She’s been commissioned by billionaire Oliver to produce four works, part of a deal to save her family’s business. But after coming out of an abusive relationship, Piper has lost her muse. She’s wondering if she can’t find her creativity if she spends time with Oliver, the one man that’s made her feel anything in months. But Oliver has been hurt so much in the past that he struggles to trust his feelings for Piper.
My thoughts
I loved the first book in this series (Between a Fox and a Hard Place) about Piper’s older sister. This story is a great follow up. There is charm, humility and emotion galore, and I loved getting insight into both character’s points of view. Oliver is a cold person on the outside but had the gooey-est inside and cares deeply about those close to him, even though he doesn’t believe this about himself. I love how he and Piper are able to find peace with each other. Piper’s messy and large family keeps things interesting. Excited to see that sister Mindy’s story comes next
aurigae's review
5.0
The second book in the Fox Family romance series, The Fox and the Rebound matches Piper Fox, an artist who has just escaped a psychologically abusive relationship, with Oliver, a curmudgeonly billionaire with a difficult past. The couple meet through Oliver's lifelong friendship with Piper's sister's boyfriend (from book 1) and form an instant connection that deepens into a strong romantic bond. However, their relationship is threatened by Oliver's unearned reputation as a jerk and Piper's stalking ex.
Mary Frame knows how to write a romance! Her characters' identities and relationships feel so authentic, and her writing never feels forced. This novel has plenty of sweetness, a touch of suspense, and a little bit of steam, and the right number of subplots and side characters to round out the story and keep me turning pages until the end.
Having enjoyed the first book in the series, it was fun to see the Fox siblings in a second story. But I felt this book leaned on its predecessor a bit too much; for example, we never saw Piper and Oliver's first meeting from either character's point of view.
4.5 stars.
[I received a complimentary ARC from the author. Opinions are my own.]
Mary Frame knows how to write a romance! Her characters' identities and relationships feel so authentic, and her writing never feels forced. This novel has plenty of sweetness, a touch of suspense, and a little bit of steam, and the right number of subplots and side characters to round out the story and keep me turning pages until the end.
Having enjoyed the first book in the series, it was fun to see the Fox siblings in a second story. But I felt this book leaned on its predecessor a bit too much; for example, we never saw Piper and Oliver's first meeting from either character's point of view.
4.5 stars.
[I received a complimentary ARC from the author. Opinions are my own.]
ileandover41789's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
petraperusesbooks's review against another edition
4.0
full review to come!
THE FOX AND THE REBOUND - MARY FRAME
ARC was provided by the author for an honest review!
THE FOX AND THE REBOUND - MARY FRAME
ARC was provided by the author for an honest review!
soonerlit22's review
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
shannonsbookcase's review
5.0
I loved this book! It is the second book in Mary Frame’s Fox Family series and can be read as a stand alone. I really enjoyed the first book but this book was even better!!! There are some content warnings in the beginning of the book so check those out before reading.
This book is Oliver & Piper’s story. They met at the end of book one when Oliver’s private jet was used to rescue Piper from an abusive relationship. They shared a sweet night together - one that neither could forget!
Oliver is a wealthy businessman who had a rough childhood. When his mother had died at the hands of a boyfriend, he was put into the foster care system. He was a smart kid who did everything he could to better himself - applying for camps, private schools, etc. just to get out of the system. He is a self made, hunky billionaire but he does have some serious issues with love because of what happened to his mother...until he met Piper.
Piper was an amazing artist. She left home when tragedy hit the family and found herself right in the middle of an abusive relationship. Thankfully her family & Oliver saved her from the abuse and she is starting over in New York - living with her older sister Mindy & working with Oliver (who commissioned some artwork for an exhibition). Piper has a lot of healing to do and Oliver may just be the one to help her…
This steamy rom-com is a quick read with dual POV’s. I loved seeing Oliver from Piper’s perspective- he has such a tough exterior but he really is a sweet, protective, loving guy. The chemistry between them is felt through the words in this book! I really enjoyed getting more of the back story on Oliver. AND the secondary characters - we learned more about Mindy and I absolutely love Carson!
I cannot wait to see what is to come in the next Fox family book! (Im)Patiently waiting!!! I will be checking out more of Mary’s books until then!
Thank you to Mary Frame for the Advanced Reader's Copy in exchange for my honest review!
This book is Oliver & Piper’s story. They met at the end of book one when Oliver’s private jet was used to rescue Piper from an abusive relationship. They shared a sweet night together - one that neither could forget!
Oliver is a wealthy businessman who had a rough childhood. When his mother had died at the hands of a boyfriend, he was put into the foster care system. He was a smart kid who did everything he could to better himself - applying for camps, private schools, etc. just to get out of the system. He is a self made, hunky billionaire but he does have some serious issues with love because of what happened to his mother...until he met Piper.
Piper was an amazing artist. She left home when tragedy hit the family and found herself right in the middle of an abusive relationship. Thankfully her family & Oliver saved her from the abuse and she is starting over in New York - living with her older sister Mindy & working with Oliver (who commissioned some artwork for an exhibition). Piper has a lot of healing to do and Oliver may just be the one to help her…
This steamy rom-com is a quick read with dual POV’s. I loved seeing Oliver from Piper’s perspective- he has such a tough exterior but he really is a sweet, protective, loving guy. The chemistry between them is felt through the words in this book! I really enjoyed getting more of the back story on Oliver. AND the secondary characters - we learned more about Mindy and I absolutely love Carson!
I cannot wait to see what is to come in the next Fox family book! (Im)Patiently waiting!!! I will be checking out more of Mary’s books until then!
Thank you to Mary Frame for the Advanced Reader's Copy in exchange for my honest review!
sagerie's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.5