rlp78's review
2.0
OK
I liked the overall story but I had a really hard time getting past the way Sophie and Fox talked to each other. I get the author was trying to convey them as playful but it just got annoying. I found myself skimming a bit at the beginning.
I liked the overall story but I had a really hard time getting past the way Sophie and Fox talked to each other. I get the author was trying to convey them as playful but it just got annoying. I found myself skimming a bit at the beginning.
sbauer16's review
3.0
I've never read a book by this author before, but I had to read Fox when I found out it was a friends to lovers AND there was a kid involved. I love kids in books even if they spend the whole time trying to make one.
Fox was a romantic comedy, which I've been craving to read lately. I think there's a fine line in romantic comedies that the humor could be too much, and I felt that way with this one. About 50% of the jokes I laughed-out-loud at it and I could've done without the other 50%. It made the characters seem immature for late twenties early thirties. Because of that I decided to skim after the halfway mark. I still wanted to see what would happen to the characters. I think the last third of the book was my favorite. I just wish the rest of it was like that.
I would read more by this author in the future.
Fox was a romantic comedy, which I've been craving to read lately. I think there's a fine line in romantic comedies that the humor could be too much, and I felt that way with this one. About 50% of the jokes I laughed-out-loud at it and I could've done without the other 50%. It made the characters seem immature for late twenties early thirties. Because of that I decided to skim after the halfway mark. I still wanted to see what would happen to the characters. I think the last third of the book was my favorite. I just wish the rest of it was like that.
I would read more by this author in the future.
fsmeurinne's review
5.0
This story cracked me up, the sense of humor had me laughing until the end. The first part went a bit slow, but after starting the project it got good. Sexy scenes and great story line. I love Fox and Lolli, they make such a good couple. It was an overall light great weekend read. Will look forward for more in the series.
theestherhadassah's review
5.0
DISCLAIMER: I received an ARC of this book for honest review.
Fox.
Love Sophie.
Fox.
Super funny.
Fox.
Seriously, this was such a fun, snarky, hilarious read. It has moments of seriousness as well. I love that Fox is his actual name. I love how he calls Sophie Lollipop. And I need a support group. I think I have a Fox addiction problem. You can't end a book on a question! Does that mean there is a sequel to Fox and Sophie's story? Or will one of Sophie's friends take up the task to bring a new story and give us snippets of Henry growing to a toddler? I need answers! No fair! Actually, in all honesty, it is fair. I love the author's writing. I would definitely recommend this as a way to start reading S.M. Lumetta's work. Its the first book I am reading from this author, so of course its the one I will say. :)
Fox.
Love Sophie.
Fox.
Super funny.
Fox.
Seriously, this was such a fun, snarky, hilarious read. It has moments of seriousness as well. I love that Fox is his actual name. I love how he calls Sophie Lollipop. And I need a support group. I think I have a Fox addiction problem. You can't end a book on a question! Does that mean there is a sequel to Fox and Sophie's story? Or will one of Sophie's friends take up the task to bring a new story and give us snippets of Henry growing to a toddler? I need answers! No fair! Actually, in all honesty, it is fair. I love the author's writing. I would definitely recommend this as a way to start reading S.M. Lumetta's work. Its the first book I am reading from this author, so of course its the one I will say. :)
totallybex's review
4.0
The first thing to know about this book is that it is not a typical friends-to-lovers rom-com. For instance, the heroine, Sophie, hasn’t harbored an unrequited, secret crush on her best friend, and Fox isn’t necessarily the best boyfriend material, etc.
But, not being 'typical' is exactly what I liked about Fox. There's a quirkiness and a realism and a heartfelt quality to the storyline that radiates throughout the book. Plus, the humor really shines, and the comedic timing is impeccable. In fact, it makes me think sarcasm is Lumetta’s native tongue.
Sophie is 28-years-old and she is being betrayed by her ovaries. Spurred on by the ticking time bomb known as her biological clock, she is on the hunt for the perfect baby-making solution. Since her ex-boyfriend left her credit in tatters, Sophie needs a more cost-effective solution to get the goods.
After a bunch of failed Tinder dates, the inspiration comes in the form of Fox Monkhouse, Sophie’s best friend since pre-school. Fox is a nurse, an avid surfer, and the sometimes-irksome tormentor of Sophie. He may be a bit of a whorish man-child, but he’s a great solution to the baby-daddy dilemma.
For the most part, I found this story to be lighthearted and laugh-out-loud funny. There is maturity and intelligence in the writing, even though the snark and humor are the stars of the show. Sophie and Fox’s relationship moves through the stages effortlessly, but not without drama and awkward moments. It was in that awkwardness that I really loved them the most. Their friends and family added to the hilarity and gave the story a levity that I adored.
The only thing I found that I was missing was a little more depth and detail to the overall story and specifically, the background of the heroine, Sophie (I still don’t know exactly what she actually does for a living, but that’s just me nit-picking). I enjoyed Fox so much and I can’t wait to see what mayhem unfolds in the second book.
ARC generously provided in exchange for an honest review.
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But, not being 'typical' is exactly what I liked about Fox. There's a quirkiness and a realism and a heartfelt quality to the storyline that radiates throughout the book. Plus, the humor really shines, and the comedic timing is impeccable. In fact, it makes me think sarcasm is Lumetta’s native tongue.
Sophie is 28-years-old and she is being betrayed by her ovaries. Spurred on by the ticking time bomb known as her biological clock, she is on the hunt for the perfect baby-making solution. Since her ex-boyfriend left her credit in tatters, Sophie needs a more cost-effective solution to get the goods.
After a bunch of failed Tinder dates, the inspiration comes in the form of Fox Monkhouse, Sophie’s best friend since pre-school. Fox is a nurse, an avid surfer, and the sometimes-irksome tormentor of Sophie. He may be a bit of a whorish man-child, but he’s a great solution to the baby-daddy dilemma.
For the most part, I found this story to be lighthearted and laugh-out-loud funny. There is maturity and intelligence in the writing, even though the snark and humor are the stars of the show. Sophie and Fox’s relationship moves through the stages effortlessly, but not without drama and awkward moments. It was in that awkwardness that I really loved them the most. Their friends and family added to the hilarity and gave the story a levity that I adored.
The only thing I found that I was missing was a little more depth and detail to the overall story and specifically, the background of the heroine, Sophie (I still don’t know exactly what she actually does for a living, but that’s just me nit-picking). I enjoyed Fox so much and I can’t wait to see what mayhem unfolds in the second book.
ARC generously provided in exchange for an honest review.
▸ Purchase: Amazon US | Amazon UK | Amazon CA | Kobo | iBooks
▸ For more reviews, visit http://www.nightowlreader.com
threadpanda's review
4.0
Hilarious dialogue carries an unusual setting for a romance novel. Fun to read!
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