A review by per_fictionist
Mr. Fixer Upper by Lucy Score

funny relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character

3.5

"Make me a list, and I will fix or remove every single obstacle"

Mr. Fixer Upper" by Lucy Score is a captivating romance which features Gannon King and his twin sister, Cat, as the faces of a prime-time TV show that revamps houses for people facing challenging life situations.

Mr. Fixer Upper was my first experience with Lucy Score's work, and it has left me eager to read more of her romances (I can already see a lengthy list of titles staring at me but I will probably start with the Knock Me Out series

At the heart of the story is Paige St. James, the heroine who keeps everything on set running smoothly. . As a skilled troubleshooter and organizer, Paige consistently exhibits a composed and collected attitude, even in high-pressure situations. I absolutely loved Paige right off the hook and as the story progressed, I could see a lot of myself in her and it made her love me even more. No she isn't the perfect MC, and she does have some opinions that I would love her to re-consider but we love Paige in this house, okay? Score's storytelling does an excellent job of highlighting the inequalities women face, providing a deep understanding of why Paige feels the need to maintain a certain image and persona.

Gannon King starts off as a somewhat unlikeable hero, but his character development throughout the story is compelling. By the end of the book, Gannon evolves into a tender-hearted figure, especially when it comes to his feelings for Paige, which is the kind of fictional men we love (a bit of grovelling for the women he loves, is a MUST). His willingness to humble himself for the woman he loves is a refreshing take on masculinity.

The inclusion of social themes such as the pay gap, gender stereotypes, and sexual harassment within the workplace is masterfully done and adds a meaningful dimension to the story. Lucy Score's ability to incorporate these important issues into a hot romance sets a high standard in the genre.