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Fun Lessons
Rebecca Chapman, a singer passionate about her craft, has never felt appreciated by her uber-professional family. When she’s selected to try out for a new reality singing show, it’s her chance to prove she can make it in the music world. All she has to do is get chosen by the network. Problem is, she needs to play an instrument for the audition in two months. And she can’t play a thing.
Amazingly, the solution seems to lie with Ian Ledger, the ultra-annoying co-worker she’s been at odds with since day one. Turns out Ian’s a skilled guitar player. He’s willing to teach her, but there’s a catch. He wants to win back his girlfriend at his sister’s wedding. And he wants Rebecca to help him.
Seems like a perfect solution. She gets the music lessons needed to secure her spot on the show; he wins back the girl destined to be his bride. Easy peasy. Except, during the series of ridiculous “fun” lessons and hours of arduous music practice, Rebecca’s feelings for Ian shift.
As the wedding nears, Rebecca doesn’t want Ian to succeed in his quest for love. But a deal is a deal. They both have dreams to chase. And a dream come true is everything.
Isn’t it?
Amazingly, the solution seems to lie with Ian Ledger, the ultra-annoying co-worker she’s been at odds with since day one. Turns out Ian’s a skilled guitar player. He’s willing to teach her, but there’s a catch. He wants to win back his girlfriend at his sister’s wedding. And he wants Rebecca to help him.
Seems like a perfect solution. She gets the music lessons needed to secure her spot on the show; he wins back the girl destined to be his bride. Easy peasy. Except, during the series of ridiculous “fun” lessons and hours of arduous music practice, Rebecca’s feelings for Ian shift.
As the wedding nears, Rebecca doesn’t want Ian to succeed in his quest for love. But a deal is a deal. They both have dreams to chase. And a dream come true is everything.
Isn’t it?
- GenresRomance
284 pages, Paperback
Published March 30, 2023
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Leanne Treese
9 books92 followersLeanne lives in New Jersey with her husband of twenty-five years and their three wonderful children. When Leanne is not cheering her children on in their activities, she can be found running, watching Philadelphia 76ers basketball, and spoiling her two beloved dogs. Favorite locations include the Jersey shore, Martha's Vineyard, and any place that sells books or coffee, preferably both! A passionate student, Leanne's dream life would include going back to college and majoring in everything.
Leanne is a graduate of Lafayette College and The Dickinson School of Law. A former attorney, Leanne is now lucky enough to write full-time!
Leanne is a graduate of Lafayette College and The Dickinson School of Law. A former attorney, Leanne is now lucky enough to write full-time!
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August 1, 2023
This was one of the cutest romcoms I've read in a long time. I found myself actually laughing at loud at some points. I also really loved that this contained characters who felt realistic and were dealing with real life circumstances. The characters were well thought out, complex, and likable. I recommend this book for anyone who is a fan of enemies-to-friends-to-lovers, as well as goofy/cute humor.
While this is the first book I've read by this author, Leanne Treese is probably going to become an auto-buy romance author for me. I loved this book so much-I cannot wait to read other books from her.
Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for providing an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
While this is the first book I've read by this author, Leanne Treese is probably going to become an auto-buy romance author for me. I loved this book so much-I cannot wait to read other books from her.
Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for providing an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
October 11, 2023
I’m a moody reader and picked up this book when I felt I needed a feel good read with humor and heart. Leanne Treese delivered in this engaging romcom that had an enemies to friends to lovers trope, told in a dual point of view, and in the backdrop of a singing competition.
Rebecca Chapman is trying out for a reality singing competition but needed to play an instrument as well which she does not. Enter Ian Ledger the annoying coworker who just happens to be an awesome guitar player, and in need of some fun lessons to win back his girlfriend. They both got more than what they bargained for and I am giddy for these two!
A wonderful escape read I enjoyed!
Rebecca Chapman is trying out for a reality singing competition but needed to play an instrument as well which she does not. Enter Ian Ledger the annoying coworker who just happens to be an awesome guitar player, and in need of some fun lessons to win back his girlfriend. They both got more than what they bargained for and I am giddy for these two!
A wonderful escape read I enjoyed!
July 25, 2023
*I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.*
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No spice
I lost count of how many times I laughed reading this book. The characters are charismatic and easily hook you into the story.
I loved Ian, and I identified with him a lot. Rebecca is incredible, and I loved seeing her chasing her dream, even without the support of her family. Watching Ian complete the fun lessons was hilarious, especially the mystery bus one.
I had a nice time reading this book, and I highly recommend it.
Thank you, NetGalley and Leanne Treese, for the ARC
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No spice
I lost count of how many times I laughed reading this book. The characters are charismatic and easily hook you into the story.
I loved Ian, and I identified with him a lot. Rebecca is incredible, and I loved seeing her chasing her dream, even without the support of her family. Watching Ian complete the fun lessons was hilarious, especially the mystery bus one.
I had a nice time reading this book, and I highly recommend it.
Thank you, NetGalley and Leanne Treese, for the ARC
July 29, 2023
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for my ARC in exchange for my review. I honestly didn’t really know how I would like this one. It wasn’t exactly fake dating troupe but was more enemies to friends troupe. And I honestly felt that was the best for these two unlikely people. There was no heat, chemistry nor steamy scenes. The kissing scenes were lackluster at best. I really wanted to like this book since I liked both of the characters. I believe if you enjoy hallmark movies, you will enjoy this book. I needed more unfortunately.
August 6, 2023
A sweet romance about learning to be yourself and to step out of your comfort zone. There were lots of laugh out loud moments as well as deep introspective moments about doubting and not believing in oneself. This romance is about following your dreams and being your true self. The characters and their experiences felt real … as if I already know them in real life.
Fans of enemies to lovers and hallmark movies will love this book. Spice level: a couple of chaste kisses and fade to black. Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley for providing an e-ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Fans of enemies to lovers and hallmark movies will love this book. Spice level: a couple of chaste kisses and fade to black. Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley for providing an e-ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
June 4, 2023
This is a delightful romcom about two people who are sort of stuck in their ways. Free-spirited Rebecca has always felt like a disappointment to her family especially after dropping out of college two years ago to pursue a singing career professionally. She’s even made it to to the first round of auditions for a competitive singing competition on TV. This could be her chance to prove herself to her family. Just one problem. She has to be able to play an instrument to audition. She’s got 8 weeks to prepare for the audition in between working at her aunt’s frozen fish factory.
Enter straight-laced Ian, a sensitivity trainer hired as a consultant for said fish factory. When Rebecca and Ian first meet, it is dislike at first sight. But soon the two are living next door to each other and striking a deal. He’ll teach her to play guitar, she’ll teach him to be more fun so he can win back his longtime girlfriend.
Soon a friendship blossoms that could lead to something more.
This was an easy, fast read with lots of laughs. (Hello, Mystery Bus Tour) I was rooting for Rebecca and Ian and concerned how they would overcome a deal of obstacles to get to each other.
Throw in a crazy Aunt Kimmy and Ian’s trans sister as lovable side characters that add even more to the story.
This is a low/no spice gem of a book featuring two unlikely people who someone find one another, 🏳️🌈 side character who can cook, POTATO CHIP OMELETS, sword fighting, and balloon animals.
A fun 5 stars from me!
Enter straight-laced Ian, a sensitivity trainer hired as a consultant for said fish factory. When Rebecca and Ian first meet, it is dislike at first sight. But soon the two are living next door to each other and striking a deal. He’ll teach her to play guitar, she’ll teach him to be more fun so he can win back his longtime girlfriend.
Soon a friendship blossoms that could lead to something more.
This was an easy, fast read with lots of laughs. (Hello, Mystery Bus Tour) I was rooting for Rebecca and Ian and concerned how they would overcome a deal of obstacles to get to each other.
Throw in a crazy Aunt Kimmy and Ian’s trans sister as lovable side characters that add even more to the story.
This is a low/no spice gem of a book featuring two unlikely people who someone find one another, 🏳️🌈 side character who can cook, POTATO CHIP OMELETS, sword fighting, and balloon animals.
A fun 5 stars from me!
August 1, 2023
Fun Lessons is a touching story about learning to accept yourself and to value others for who they truly are.
This is an opposites attract romance. Rebecca considers herself the black sheep of her very accomplished family. A creative spirit with dyslexia, she's chasing her dreams of a career as a musician, not her parents' ambitions for a profession. Ian is a structured introvert. Off balance because his long-time girlfriend wants to take a break, he feels like he needs to learn how to be outgoing and fun.
When Rebecca learns that participating in a big audition depends on her learning an instrument, she strikes a deal with Ian. In exchange for him teaching her guitar, she will give him lessons in fun. As they move forward with their plan, they challenge and get to know each other.
I loved how Rebecca and Ian learn to value each other and their own unique personalities and skills.
Special thanks to the author, publisher and netgalley for an advance copy of this novel. This is an honest review.
This is an opposites attract romance. Rebecca considers herself the black sheep of her very accomplished family. A creative spirit with dyslexia, she's chasing her dreams of a career as a musician, not her parents' ambitions for a profession. Ian is a structured introvert. Off balance because his long-time girlfriend wants to take a break, he feels like he needs to learn how to be outgoing and fun.
When Rebecca learns that participating in a big audition depends on her learning an instrument, she strikes a deal with Ian. In exchange for him teaching her guitar, she will give him lessons in fun. As they move forward with their plan, they challenge and get to know each other.
I loved how Rebecca and Ian learn to value each other and their own unique personalities and skills.
Special thanks to the author, publisher and netgalley for an advance copy of this novel. This is an honest review.
September 15, 2023
This is my second book by this author and I love her writing style. The story draws you in and it's so easy to get lost in it for a few hours. Rebecca and Ian are such fun characters and I love the humor in this book. It's always nice to read a clean romance that still sizzles with chemistry. The opposites attract trope is one of my favorites and I'm already looking forward to her next romcom!
I received a gifted copy in exchange for an honest review.
I received a gifted copy in exchange for an honest review.
July 24, 2023
Thank you NetGalley for gifting me a copy of this book.
Wow. This book was incredible! I absolutely LOVED Rebecca. Her personality and confidence was everything. And the fun lessons with Ian? So cute and funny at the same time.
It was easy to read, incredibly lovely and funny and I couldn’t recommend it more!
Wow. This book was incredible! I absolutely LOVED Rebecca. Her personality and confidence was everything. And the fun lessons with Ian? So cute and funny at the same time.
It was easy to read, incredibly lovely and funny and I couldn’t recommend it more!
June 9, 2023
Beautiful Romance
I loved this story so much. The characters are fun and the situations are very real. This is my first book by LeAnne Treese but won’t be my last. Well done.
I loved this story so much. The characters are fun and the situations are very real. This is my first book by LeAnne Treese but won’t be my last. Well done.
July 23, 2023
"Fun Lessons" is a rom-com written by Leanne Treese.
The story follows Rebecca Champman, a singer by passion, employed as a social media consultant in her aunt's frozen fish factory. Deeply devoted to her craft, her dream is to become a professional. Growing up in a family of doctors and lawyers, all brilliant graduates, unfortunately she never felt appreciated for her talent, but rather belittled. When Rebecca is selected to audition for a new music reality show, she is over the moon: this is her chance to prove that she can make it in the music world. All she has to do is pass the audition. The only problem? The requirements include being able to play a musical instrument. And she can't play anything. Which means she needs to learn to play something within eight weeks, or kiss her chance goodbye. It is in this situation that Ian Ledger appears, a sensitivity trainer dispatched for consulting at the company where Rebecca works. An extremely serious and introverted man, fixated on rules and decorum, definitely the opposite of Rebecca. The two dislike each other from the start, poking at mutually. At least until, after a series of setbacks, Ian ends up becoming her neighbor. It is at this point that he discovers that she needs guitar lessons and she discovers that he is skilled at playing the guitar. Ian is willing to teach her, but there is a catch. He wants to win back his longtime girlfriend, who has decided to put their relationship on hold because she considers it too serious and boring, at his sister's wedding. And he wants Rebecca to help him by giving him "fun" lessons. That sounds like the perfect solution. Rebecca will get the music lessons she needs to secure a place on the show, and Ian will win back the girl destined to be his bride. Done deal. Easy peasy. However, during the absurd "fun" lessons and hours of arduous music practice, something begins to change in their relationship, leading to unexpected developments.
I loved this rom-com so much! I found it to be a fun, light, sweet and cute read, able to make me emotional and laugh a lot.
The author's writing seemed to me to be sparkling and crackling, full of cheerfulness and liveliness. The rapid pace, accompanied by the presence of short chapters, kept me glued to the pages, inviting me to continue. It took me half a day to finish the book, just to let you know how much it absorbed me! I couldn't tear myself away!
I loved Rebecca and Ian, protagonists with both of their respective first-person povs! Rebecca is a singer by passion, working as a social media consultant for her aunt's frozen fish factory. Deeply dedicated to her art, her dream is to become a professional singer. Unfortunately, she has never had much support in this regard. Especially not from her family. Successful professionals, brilliant graduates, they never understood or appreciated her talent, trying to belittle her and force her to do something else. Rebecca is now used to, not to say resigned to, considering herself the black sheep of the family, with no college degree, no driver's license, no blazing career, feeling almost a failure in their presence, an inferior person. Her audition to participate in a famous singing reality show, besides launching her into the world of music, could also be an opportunity to redeem her in the eyes of her family members. I loved Rebecca! She is a cheerful, witty and talkative person, inclined to act on instinct and help others. A true ray of sunshine, whose brightness is sometimes obscured by clouds. Under the armor of her sarcasm, Rebecca is in fact often insecure and anxious, prone to underestimate herself and fall prey to discouragement. I really appreciated her characterization, her evolution throughout the book. In addition, I liked the way her conflicted relationship with her family is shown, as well as her great passion for singing.
Ian, on the other hand, is the exact opposite of Rebecca. A sensitivity trainer for a consulting company, he is a serious, introverted man who is fixated on rules and decorum. Engaged for a long time now with what he considers the woman of his life, at the moment their relationship is on a pause, imposed by her, because she considers him too rigid and boring. Ian is a character I really liked and in whom I found myself a lot. He detests interacting with people, crowded places, and the heat, and his ideal evening consists of sitting at home, alone, reading or minding his own business. Apparently arrogant and standoffish, he actually hides an extremely sensitive and generous heart. Ian has difficulty relating, struggles to be spontaneous, and this puts a lot of stress on him. However, for people he cares about, for people who have the patience to stop and look beyond the surface, he proves to be an incredible support. Poorly skilled with words, he makes up for it with his being a great listener, his attention to detail, and his small, thoughtful gestures. I appreciated too much his relationship with his family, which, unlike Rebecca's, is wonderful.
The romance that develops between Rebecca and Ian is something too cute and sweet! It is an enemies-to friends-to lovers that takes its time, leading to the two getting to know each other and talking seriously. Rebecca and Ian are different yes, but at the same time they are similar, stuck in complex situations, in conflict with themselves. Their mutual closeness leads them to help and support each other, to confide in and accept each other as they are. There is no spicy, the scenes are all fade to back.
The book features LGBTQ+ secondary characters with an intense story, which I enjoyed so much.
All in all, I found it a beautiful romance, very sweet, light and fun!
Thank you to the Publisher and NetGalley for giving me an ARC of this book in exchange of an honest review.
The story follows Rebecca Champman, a singer by passion, employed as a social media consultant in her aunt's frozen fish factory. Deeply devoted to her craft, her dream is to become a professional. Growing up in a family of doctors and lawyers, all brilliant graduates, unfortunately she never felt appreciated for her talent, but rather belittled. When Rebecca is selected to audition for a new music reality show, she is over the moon: this is her chance to prove that she can make it in the music world. All she has to do is pass the audition. The only problem? The requirements include being able to play a musical instrument. And she can't play anything. Which means she needs to learn to play something within eight weeks, or kiss her chance goodbye. It is in this situation that Ian Ledger appears, a sensitivity trainer dispatched for consulting at the company where Rebecca works. An extremely serious and introverted man, fixated on rules and decorum, definitely the opposite of Rebecca. The two dislike each other from the start, poking at mutually. At least until, after a series of setbacks, Ian ends up becoming her neighbor. It is at this point that he discovers that she needs guitar lessons and she discovers that he is skilled at playing the guitar. Ian is willing to teach her, but there is a catch. He wants to win back his longtime girlfriend, who has decided to put their relationship on hold because she considers it too serious and boring, at his sister's wedding. And he wants Rebecca to help him by giving him "fun" lessons. That sounds like the perfect solution. Rebecca will get the music lessons she needs to secure a place on the show, and Ian will win back the girl destined to be his bride. Done deal. Easy peasy. However, during the absurd "fun" lessons and hours of arduous music practice, something begins to change in their relationship, leading to unexpected developments.
I loved this rom-com so much! I found it to be a fun, light, sweet and cute read, able to make me emotional and laugh a lot.
The author's writing seemed to me to be sparkling and crackling, full of cheerfulness and liveliness. The rapid pace, accompanied by the presence of short chapters, kept me glued to the pages, inviting me to continue. It took me half a day to finish the book, just to let you know how much it absorbed me! I couldn't tear myself away!
I loved Rebecca and Ian, protagonists with both of their respective first-person povs! Rebecca is a singer by passion, working as a social media consultant for her aunt's frozen fish factory. Deeply dedicated to her art, her dream is to become a professional singer. Unfortunately, she has never had much support in this regard. Especially not from her family. Successful professionals, brilliant graduates, they never understood or appreciated her talent, trying to belittle her and force her to do something else. Rebecca is now used to, not to say resigned to, considering herself the black sheep of the family, with no college degree, no driver's license, no blazing career, feeling almost a failure in their presence, an inferior person. Her audition to participate in a famous singing reality show, besides launching her into the world of music, could also be an opportunity to redeem her in the eyes of her family members. I loved Rebecca! She is a cheerful, witty and talkative person, inclined to act on instinct and help others. A true ray of sunshine, whose brightness is sometimes obscured by clouds. Under the armor of her sarcasm, Rebecca is in fact often insecure and anxious, prone to underestimate herself and fall prey to discouragement. I really appreciated her characterization, her evolution throughout the book. In addition, I liked the way her conflicted relationship with her family is shown, as well as her great passion for singing.
Ian, on the other hand, is the exact opposite of Rebecca. A sensitivity trainer for a consulting company, he is a serious, introverted man who is fixated on rules and decorum. Engaged for a long time now with what he considers the woman of his life, at the moment their relationship is on a pause, imposed by her, because she considers him too rigid and boring. Ian is a character I really liked and in whom I found myself a lot. He detests interacting with people, crowded places, and the heat, and his ideal evening consists of sitting at home, alone, reading or minding his own business. Apparently arrogant and standoffish, he actually hides an extremely sensitive and generous heart. Ian has difficulty relating, struggles to be spontaneous, and this puts a lot of stress on him. However, for people he cares about, for people who have the patience to stop and look beyond the surface, he proves to be an incredible support. Poorly skilled with words, he makes up for it with his being a great listener, his attention to detail, and his small, thoughtful gestures. I appreciated too much his relationship with his family, which, unlike Rebecca's, is wonderful.
The romance that develops between Rebecca and Ian is something too cute and sweet! It is an enemies-to friends-to lovers that takes its time, leading to the two getting to know each other and talking seriously. Rebecca and Ian are different yes, but at the same time they are similar, stuck in complex situations, in conflict with themselves. Their mutual closeness leads them to help and support each other, to confide in and accept each other as they are. There is no spicy, the scenes are all fade to back.
The book features LGBTQ+ secondary characters with an intense story, which I enjoyed so much.
All in all, I found it a beautiful romance, very sweet, light and fun!
Thank you to the Publisher and NetGalley for giving me an ARC of this book in exchange of an honest review.
August 19, 2023
3,5 / 5
Não sei exatamente o que eu esperava de Fun Lessons, para além de ser obviamente um romance clichê entre dois estranhos que se conhecem ao acaso, de forma meio inusitada, mas que acabam tomando o apoio um do outro para algo à parte e, nesse meio tempo de convivência, se envolvem. No geral, acho que esperava só relaxar e me distrair mesmo com essa vibe dos personagens, ora nos assuntos profissionais e artísticos da Rebecca, ora no Ian trabalhando um pouco no seu lado mais introvertido que costuma se sobressair principalmente no convívio social, para o desgosto de sua (ex)namorada.
Juntos, eles são uma dupla particularmente distinta, mas que, afinal, cumpre com o clichê de uma forma leve e por vezes até fofa em uma cena ou outra. Gostei especialmente do fato de, intencional ou não, a autora ter conseguido desenvolver tanto deles primeiro como amigos, o que eu costumo achar como sendo um requisito para ser um casal também, e acabamos por acompanhá-los construindo essa relação tranquila, sem aparências ou frescuras, durante uma boa parte do livro, o que torna o romance mais palpável, mais fácil de cativar o leitor. É uma relação gradual e natural que tanto soa real quanto funciona para a ficção da trama que ocorre em menos de dois meses, mas ainda assim é bem trabalhada.
Diria que esse foi o ponto alto do livro, porém. No resto, a história não tem nada de muito diferente, exceto por um detalhe ou outro menores, como a abordagem do background familiar dos protagonistas que, cada uma a seu modo, é bem construída pela autora, mas senti falta de maior aprofundamento no final principalmente para a família da Rebecca, tendo em vista como eles reagiam quanto à carreira dela no início, e o modo um tanto abrupto com que mudaram isso depois. Também fiquei meio irritada por, nesse ponto do final, Rebecca e Ian enrolarem um pouco para resolver certas coisas, de forma que, quando se resolve, a história praticamente acaba e não deixa o leitor aproveitar o casal como se esperou tanto.
Apesar disso, é uma leitura leve e tranquila, diria até que dá para ser feita em um dia ou dois, dependendo do quão investido você ficar na leitura. Não é o romance do ano, tem seus altos e baixos que podiam ter sido melhor trabalhados, mas já valeu a experiência por encontrar um casal que, antes do envolvimento amoroso, soube fazê-lo como amigos e de uma forma bem bacana e descontraída.
Não sei exatamente o que eu esperava de Fun Lessons, para além de ser obviamente um romance clichê entre dois estranhos que se conhecem ao acaso, de forma meio inusitada, mas que acabam tomando o apoio um do outro para algo à parte e, nesse meio tempo de convivência, se envolvem. No geral, acho que esperava só relaxar e me distrair mesmo com essa vibe dos personagens, ora nos assuntos profissionais e artísticos da Rebecca, ora no Ian trabalhando um pouco no seu lado mais introvertido que costuma se sobressair principalmente no convívio social, para o desgosto de sua (ex)namorada.
Juntos, eles são uma dupla particularmente distinta, mas que, afinal, cumpre com o clichê de uma forma leve e por vezes até fofa em uma cena ou outra. Gostei especialmente do fato de, intencional ou não, a autora ter conseguido desenvolver tanto deles primeiro como amigos, o que eu costumo achar como sendo um requisito para ser um casal também, e acabamos por acompanhá-los construindo essa relação tranquila, sem aparências ou frescuras, durante uma boa parte do livro, o que torna o romance mais palpável, mais fácil de cativar o leitor. É uma relação gradual e natural que tanto soa real quanto funciona para a ficção da trama que ocorre em menos de dois meses, mas ainda assim é bem trabalhada.
Diria que esse foi o ponto alto do livro, porém. No resto, a história não tem nada de muito diferente, exceto por um detalhe ou outro menores, como a abordagem do background familiar dos protagonistas que, cada uma a seu modo, é bem construída pela autora, mas senti falta de maior aprofundamento no final principalmente para a família da Rebecca, tendo em vista como eles reagiam quanto à carreira dela no início, e o modo um tanto abrupto com que mudaram isso depois. Também fiquei meio irritada por, nesse ponto do final, Rebecca e Ian enrolarem um pouco para resolver certas coisas, de forma que, quando se resolve, a história praticamente acaba e não deixa o leitor aproveitar o casal como se esperou tanto.
Apesar disso, é uma leitura leve e tranquila, diria até que dá para ser feita em um dia ou dois, dependendo do quão investido você ficar na leitura. Não é o romance do ano, tem seus altos e baixos que podiam ter sido melhor trabalhados, mas já valeu a experiência por encontrar um casal que, antes do envolvimento amoroso, soube fazê-lo como amigos e de uma forma bem bacana e descontraída.
September 12, 2023
Thank you to Leanne Tresse for letting me have an ARC copy of Fun Lessons!
Sometimes you need to give a book a few chapters to make a judgment about it. If you pick up a copy of Fun Lessons, I encourage you to give it at least 5 chapters before making any judgments about the story and characters. It’s a bit slow to get off the mark, but it’s a story with a long-haul strategy and you won’t regret sticking around for the ride.
A feel-good romance showing that even if you fail chasing a dream, fate might bring you something you need to learn more about yourself and value others for who they are at heart not just how you want them to be. The writing is full of feel-good vibes and feels like curling up into a snuggly blanket as you read about characters who appear like old friends in a world like your favourite haunts. A space full of thoughtful conversations, ponderings, and good old laugh-out moments.
The characters feel like old friends you want to crawl into the pages with. They are relatable, charming, and addictive company. Rebecca is such a big character with buckets of gumption, clad with inches of armour and a heard of gold. She’s a tough cookie with all the family drama and expectations thrust upon her, but she’s the black sheep with bags of energy, she battles with self-doubt on the path to her dream. Being dyslexic myself, I found her struggle very real and beautifully crafted into the story in a poignant way.
I wanted to give Ian a big hug. What a dummy his ex-girlfriend is! He’s a lovely, loyal, understanding, and closet adventurer waiting for the right woman to bring out of him. I was praying he’d realise he selfish this break request was. Seriously who does that?! Urgh! I hate girls who need a life raft to cling to for backup just in case! He deserved so much better and he found it with Rebecca!
I love an author who is bold and willing to push out the boat. There aren’t enough Transgender characters in mainstream fiction! I know this might not appeal to everyone, but I loved Ian’s sister, Brenda. I loved how honest the writing was about Ian’s struggles with his challenges about accepting his sister’s choices and how their relationship came out stronger (even if he was an idiot for a while). There was so much to unpack in this book - a charming, heart-warming rom-comedy that dares pose some big life questions and prejudices in an imperfect world but shows how a few good souls make all the difference.
Sometimes you need to give a book a few chapters to make a judgment about it. If you pick up a copy of Fun Lessons, I encourage you to give it at least 5 chapters before making any judgments about the story and characters. It’s a bit slow to get off the mark, but it’s a story with a long-haul strategy and you won’t regret sticking around for the ride.
A feel-good romance showing that even if you fail chasing a dream, fate might bring you something you need to learn more about yourself and value others for who they are at heart not just how you want them to be. The writing is full of feel-good vibes and feels like curling up into a snuggly blanket as you read about characters who appear like old friends in a world like your favourite haunts. A space full of thoughtful conversations, ponderings, and good old laugh-out moments.
The characters feel like old friends you want to crawl into the pages with. They are relatable, charming, and addictive company. Rebecca is such a big character with buckets of gumption, clad with inches of armour and a heard of gold. She’s a tough cookie with all the family drama and expectations thrust upon her, but she’s the black sheep with bags of energy, she battles with self-doubt on the path to her dream. Being dyslexic myself, I found her struggle very real and beautifully crafted into the story in a poignant way.
I wanted to give Ian a big hug. What a dummy his ex-girlfriend is! He’s a lovely, loyal, understanding, and closet adventurer waiting for the right woman to bring out of him. I was praying he’d realise he selfish this break request was. Seriously who does that?! Urgh! I hate girls who need a life raft to cling to for backup just in case! He deserved so much better and he found it with Rebecca!
I love an author who is bold and willing to push out the boat. There aren’t enough Transgender characters in mainstream fiction! I know this might not appeal to everyone, but I loved Ian’s sister, Brenda. I loved how honest the writing was about Ian’s struggles with his challenges about accepting his sister’s choices and how their relationship came out stronger (even if he was an idiot for a while). There was so much to unpack in this book - a charming, heart-warming rom-comedy that dares pose some big life questions and prejudices in an imperfect world but shows how a few good souls make all the difference.
October 12, 2023
𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐈𝐅 𝐘𝐎𝐔
🎤 have ever entered a singing competition
🙈 are an introvert
👀 enjoy dual POVs
💞 like the enemies to friends to lovers trope
• 𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐓’𝐒 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓
Rebecca Chapman, a singer passionate about her craft, has never felt appreciated by her uber-professional family. When she’s selected to try out for a new reality singing show, it’s her chance to prove she can make it in the music world. All she has to do is get chosen by the network. Problem is, she needs to play an instrument for the audition in two months. And she can’t play a thing.
Amazingly, the solution seems to lie with Ian Ledger, the ultra-annoying co-worker she’s been at odds with since day one. Turns out Ian’s a skilled guitar player. He’s willing to teach her, but there’s a catch. He wants to win back his girlfriend at his sister’s wedding. And he wants Rebecca to help him.
Seems like a perfect solution. She gets the music lessons needed to secure her spot on the show; he wins back the girl destined to be his bride. Easy peasy. Except, during the series of ridiculous “fun” lessons and hours of arduous music practice, Rebecca’s feelings for Ian shift. As the wedding nears, Rebecca doesn’t want Ian to succeed in his quest for love. But a deal is a deal. They both have dreams to chase. And a dream come true is everything.
Isn’t it?
• 𝐌𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒
This was a super cute and fast paced read that is definitely on the more PG side of things. Ian and Rebecca were so cute and fun together and did so many things that I would have loved to do if I were in their shoes, so the book was really relatable to me. While I did find it a bit silly that everything fell into place the way it did (like Ian going from 2 weeks to exactly 8 weeks of working at Rebecca’s company), which was just enough time to get her the lessons she needed, it still worked well with the story and gave them the time they needed to come together. Overall, I loved this cute frenemies to lovers story! Definitely pick this up if you’re looking for a sweet and easy to read romcom!
🎤 have ever entered a singing competition
🙈 are an introvert
👀 enjoy dual POVs
💞 like the enemies to friends to lovers trope
• 𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐓’𝐒 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓
Rebecca Chapman, a singer passionate about her craft, has never felt appreciated by her uber-professional family. When she’s selected to try out for a new reality singing show, it’s her chance to prove she can make it in the music world. All she has to do is get chosen by the network. Problem is, she needs to play an instrument for the audition in two months. And she can’t play a thing.
Amazingly, the solution seems to lie with Ian Ledger, the ultra-annoying co-worker she’s been at odds with since day one. Turns out Ian’s a skilled guitar player. He’s willing to teach her, but there’s a catch. He wants to win back his girlfriend at his sister’s wedding. And he wants Rebecca to help him.
Seems like a perfect solution. She gets the music lessons needed to secure her spot on the show; he wins back the girl destined to be his bride. Easy peasy. Except, during the series of ridiculous “fun” lessons and hours of arduous music practice, Rebecca’s feelings for Ian shift. As the wedding nears, Rebecca doesn’t want Ian to succeed in his quest for love. But a deal is a deal. They both have dreams to chase. And a dream come true is everything.
Isn’t it?
• 𝐌𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒
This was a super cute and fast paced read that is definitely on the more PG side of things. Ian and Rebecca were so cute and fun together and did so many things that I would have loved to do if I were in their shoes, so the book was really relatable to me. While I did find it a bit silly that everything fell into place the way it did (like Ian going from 2 weeks to exactly 8 weeks of working at Rebecca’s company), which was just enough time to get her the lessons she needed, it still worked well with the story and gave them the time they needed to come together. Overall, I loved this cute frenemies to lovers story! Definitely pick this up if you’re looking for a sweet and easy to read romcom!
April 16, 2025
Thank you NetGalley, Leanne Treese and Moxie Publishing, LLC for granting me access to this book in exchange for an honest review.
ADORABLE!! What a sweet and wholesome rom-com that will pull at your heartstrings!!! It has your frenemies to lovers, slow burn and opposites attract tropes and is filled with hilarious banter, close proximity, amazing chemistry, closed door romance, dual POV and wonderful secondary characters!! Once I started reading I could not stop and finished it in a day. This is my first read by Leanne Treese and it will not be my last! The author has done such an incredible job with creating characters that are so real and relatable that you can't help but root for them. I absolutely loved this book so much!!! 💜💜💜💜
Rebecca Chapman has never felt appreciated by her ultra professional family. She decides to try out for a new reality singing show and prove to everyone that she can make it in the music world. If only she can be chosen by the network! The only problem, you have to be able to play an instrument for the audition and Rebecca has no clue how to play a single thing. Turns out the answer to her dilemma is Ian Ledger, her extremely annoying coworker, who just happens to be an amazing guitar player. Ian is willing to teach her, but there's a catch. He want to win back his girlfriend at his sister's wedding. So they strike a deal! Rebecca agrees to give him fun sessions and he agrees to teach her to play guitar. Perfect solution to their problems, right?
I absolutely loved Rebecca's free spirit and her determination to follow her dreams. I equally loved Ian's introverted self and how his adventurous side manifested around her. I lost track of the amount of times I found myself giggling at their fun lessons.🤣😂
Overall, it is a fun, cute and clean rom-com with a HEA. I do recommend and I can't wait to read more books by this author!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
ADORABLE!! What a sweet and wholesome rom-com that will pull at your heartstrings!!! It has your frenemies to lovers, slow burn and opposites attract tropes and is filled with hilarious banter, close proximity, amazing chemistry, closed door romance, dual POV and wonderful secondary characters!! Once I started reading I could not stop and finished it in a day. This is my first read by Leanne Treese and it will not be my last! The author has done such an incredible job with creating characters that are so real and relatable that you can't help but root for them. I absolutely loved this book so much!!! 💜💜💜💜
Rebecca Chapman has never felt appreciated by her ultra professional family. She decides to try out for a new reality singing show and prove to everyone that she can make it in the music world. If only she can be chosen by the network! The only problem, you have to be able to play an instrument for the audition and Rebecca has no clue how to play a single thing. Turns out the answer to her dilemma is Ian Ledger, her extremely annoying coworker, who just happens to be an amazing guitar player. Ian is willing to teach her, but there's a catch. He want to win back his girlfriend at his sister's wedding. So they strike a deal! Rebecca agrees to give him fun sessions and he agrees to teach her to play guitar. Perfect solution to their problems, right?
I absolutely loved Rebecca's free spirit and her determination to follow her dreams. I equally loved Ian's introverted self and how his adventurous side manifested around her. I lost track of the amount of times I found myself giggling at their fun lessons.🤣😂
Overall, it is a fun, cute and clean rom-com with a HEA. I do recommend and I can't wait to read more books by this author!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
September 5, 2023
This book was the perfect escape, who doesn’t love a good romcom!
Rebecca Champman, who has a passion for singing but she’s employed as a social media consultant for her aunt's frozen fish factory. She hopes to one day to make her dream come true and become a professional singer. Her family consists of doctors and lawyers and other highly performing jobs, they don’t see her passion as a true job. When Rebecca is selected to audition for a new music reality show she believes this her chance. The requirements for the show is that it includes being able to play a musical instrument, and she can't play any instrument! She has eight weeks to learn something. Enter Ian Ledger whose a sensitivity trainer dispatched for consulting at the company where Rebecca works, he’s also the polar opposite of Rebecca. But Ian happens to be a skilled guitar player. He’s willing to teach Rebecca , but there’s a catch. He wants to win back his girlfriend at his sister’s wedding. He wants Rebecca help with this. She agrees I mean what could go wrong? The more time the spend with each other and she gets to know Ian she begins to feel her feelings change for him. As the wedding date nears she hopes his plans fail but also a deals a deal right? They each have their dreams but could they possibly include each other? This was such a fun read I love a good opposites attract !
Rebecca Champman, who has a passion for singing but she’s employed as a social media consultant for her aunt's frozen fish factory. She hopes to one day to make her dream come true and become a professional singer. Her family consists of doctors and lawyers and other highly performing jobs, they don’t see her passion as a true job. When Rebecca is selected to audition for a new music reality show she believes this her chance. The requirements for the show is that it includes being able to play a musical instrument, and she can't play any instrument! She has eight weeks to learn something. Enter Ian Ledger whose a sensitivity trainer dispatched for consulting at the company where Rebecca works, he’s also the polar opposite of Rebecca. But Ian happens to be a skilled guitar player. He’s willing to teach Rebecca , but there’s a catch. He wants to win back his girlfriend at his sister’s wedding. He wants Rebecca help with this. She agrees I mean what could go wrong? The more time the spend with each other and she gets to know Ian she begins to feel her feelings change for him. As the wedding date nears she hopes his plans fail but also a deals a deal right? They each have their dreams but could they possibly include each other? This was such a fun read I love a good opposites attract !
September 9, 2023
Leanne Treese, the Author of “Fun Lessons,” has written a playful, delightful, and enjoyable novel. The genres for this novel are Contemporary Fiction and Romance. I love the author’s colorful and vivid description of her characters. The two main protagonists in this story are complex, complicated, quirky, flawed, and likable.
Rebecca Chapman has a beautiful voice but feels like the black sheep in her accomplished family. Rebecca is still in a gap year in college, and this is her second year. Her dream is to win a musical competition. To win this, she has to learn how to play an instrument.
Ian Ledger is on time out with his girlfriend because she feels he is stiff and not fun-loving. Ian is an excellent guitar player. Rebecca and Ian meet on a bus and seem ambivalent about each other. As fate would have it, Ian works at Rebecca’s company for several weeks. The two strike a deal: Ian will help Rebecca with guitar lessons for her competition, and Rebecca will give Ian lessons to have fun so he can be with his girlfriend.
This is an entertaining and excellent book that I highly recommend. I appreciate the author discussing different lifestyles, diversity, self-worth, and the importance of family, friends, love, and hope. Also mentioned is having dreams and goals and working hard towards making them come true.
Rebecca Chapman has a beautiful voice but feels like the black sheep in her accomplished family. Rebecca is still in a gap year in college, and this is her second year. Her dream is to win a musical competition. To win this, she has to learn how to play an instrument.
Ian Ledger is on time out with his girlfriend because she feels he is stiff and not fun-loving. Ian is an excellent guitar player. Rebecca and Ian meet on a bus and seem ambivalent about each other. As fate would have it, Ian works at Rebecca’s company for several weeks. The two strike a deal: Ian will help Rebecca with guitar lessons for her competition, and Rebecca will give Ian lessons to have fun so he can be with his girlfriend.
This is an entertaining and excellent book that I highly recommend. I appreciate the author discussing different lifestyles, diversity, self-worth, and the importance of family, friends, love, and hope. Also mentioned is having dreams and goals and working hard towards making them come true.
May 21, 2023
Every once in a while I like to read a romantic comedy and Fun Lessons was just that. Rebecca Chapman is an aspiring singer that did not follow in her parents and brother's footsteps. Doctors and Lawyers, she wants none of this and she wants to audition for a singing reality show. The problem is, she also needs to play an instrument which she does not.
Ian Ledger is a coworker that she immediately dislikes, she thinks that when they met, on a bus, he was judgemental with her. She is having none of that. He ends up living in an apartment next to her and is aghast at the plunking she does on the guitar, he plays very well and after some coercion, he agrees to teach her.
Ian is on a "break" from the relationship that he is in so he makes a deal with Rebecca, he wants his fiance back by the time of his sister's wedding. He needs to learn how to have fun. So that gives them each a goal, he gets his love back and she gets to learn the guitar. So the fun begins.
In the story, we also learn more about the lives of these two unlikely conspirators, and the more that they spend together the closer they become. At the heart of the story is some seriousness, of course, we learn that Ian's sister is trans and it touches on the acceptance and not acceptance of her. Ian loves his sister and would do anything for her. This story has laugh-out-loud parts.
I think that it is a perfect beach read or anywhere else I guess! I give it 5 stars!
Ian Ledger is a coworker that she immediately dislikes, she thinks that when they met, on a bus, he was judgemental with her. She is having none of that. He ends up living in an apartment next to her and is aghast at the plunking she does on the guitar, he plays very well and after some coercion, he agrees to teach her.
Ian is on a "break" from the relationship that he is in so he makes a deal with Rebecca, he wants his fiance back by the time of his sister's wedding. He needs to learn how to have fun. So that gives them each a goal, he gets his love back and she gets to learn the guitar. So the fun begins.
In the story, we also learn more about the lives of these two unlikely conspirators, and the more that they spend together the closer they become. At the heart of the story is some seriousness, of course, we learn that Ian's sister is trans and it touches on the acceptance and not acceptance of her. Ian loves his sister and would do anything for her. This story has laugh-out-loud parts.
I think that it is a perfect beach read or anywhere else I guess! I give it 5 stars!
September 8, 2023
Fun Lessons by Leanne Treese is an amazing Rom Com that I absolutely LOVED.
I love Rebecca, who is a signer working social media at her aunt's frozen fish factory. She feels like a failure compared to the rest of her family, but she is not giving up on her dream.
When she lands an audition for a reality music show she's so excited except that one of the requirements of the audition is to play a musical instrument, which she doesn't know how to do.
In enters Ian, who is the total opposite of Rebecca. Very introverted and serious.
Through a series of funny events, Ian ends up Rebecca's neighbor and learns of her predicament.
They make an arrangement even though they dislike each other. Ian will teach Rebecca the guitar if she teaches him some "fun lessons" to get back his girlfriend.
Opposites attract, close proximity tropes full of delicious banter!
I absolutely loved Ian and Rebecca. I would be remiss if I didn't mention how much I enjoyed the LGBTQ+ secondary characters, which were anything but secondary.
A wonderful, beautiful, clean romance that was so much fun to read.
Highly recommend!
I love Rebecca, who is a signer working social media at her aunt's frozen fish factory. She feels like a failure compared to the rest of her family, but she is not giving up on her dream.
When she lands an audition for a reality music show she's so excited except that one of the requirements of the audition is to play a musical instrument, which she doesn't know how to do.
In enters Ian, who is the total opposite of Rebecca. Very introverted and serious.
Through a series of funny events, Ian ends up Rebecca's neighbor and learns of her predicament.
They make an arrangement even though they dislike each other. Ian will teach Rebecca the guitar if she teaches him some "fun lessons" to get back his girlfriend.
Opposites attract, close proximity tropes full of delicious banter!
I absolutely loved Ian and Rebecca. I would be remiss if I didn't mention how much I enjoyed the LGBTQ+ secondary characters, which were anything but secondary.
A wonderful, beautiful, clean romance that was so much fun to read.
Highly recommend!
October 12, 2023
The title really lived up to its name! This was such a fun romance.
Not only is Rebecca an unrestrained, sassy character who I loved, but she’s the black sheep of her family, to which I can relate.
She works as a social media consultant but she has her heart set on a career in music. So she tries out to be on a reality singing show.
Enter Ian Ledger; he just got told by his girlfriend they need to take a break; she feels Ian is too… uptight. Funny, that is exactly what Rebecca called him when they first met on the bus. And then again, when he shows up at Rebecca’s workplace, as Ian is the sensitivity trainer sent in by corporate.
The banter between these two opposites is witty, and yep, you guessed it, f-u-n. But the tables turn when they both need something from each other—an extreme dislike for one another blossoms into a friendship and then something more.
Rebecca and Ian are adorable together. With loveable and diverse side characters, some crazy antics, and even some lessons in disappointment, this one is “all that and a bag of chips.”
Thank you @suzyapprovedbooktours and @leannetreese for a spot on tour and a gifted book.
Not only is Rebecca an unrestrained, sassy character who I loved, but she’s the black sheep of her family, to which I can relate.
She works as a social media consultant but she has her heart set on a career in music. So she tries out to be on a reality singing show.
Enter Ian Ledger; he just got told by his girlfriend they need to take a break; she feels Ian is too… uptight. Funny, that is exactly what Rebecca called him when they first met on the bus. And then again, when he shows up at Rebecca’s workplace, as Ian is the sensitivity trainer sent in by corporate.
The banter between these two opposites is witty, and yep, you guessed it, f-u-n. But the tables turn when they both need something from each other—an extreme dislike for one another blossoms into a friendship and then something more.
Rebecca and Ian are adorable together. With loveable and diverse side characters, some crazy antics, and even some lessons in disappointment, this one is “all that and a bag of chips.”
Thank you @suzyapprovedbooktours and @leannetreese for a spot on tour and a gifted book.
September 28, 2023
This book is just plain fun! It’s a closed door rom com told in the points of view of the two main characters, Rebecca and Ian. It’s an enemies to friends to lovers story and I read it in one sitting. The dialogue is fast moving which I always love. It also has lgbtq rep and someone with learning differences.
It has dismissive parents, a girlfriend that wants to “take a break”, and two characters with self doubt that become empowered together.
The title is perfect because in the book Rebecca gives Ian fun lessons in exchange for guitar lessons. Rebecca is set to try out for a tv singing competition but she also has to play an instrument which she doesn’t. Ian just happens to play guitar and needs to become more fun to win his girlfriend back.
The fun lessons are a riot to read and include a renaissance fair and clothing optional beach.
If I had to describe a perfect rom com for me personally to enjoy, it would be a book exactly like FUN LESSONS.
It has dismissive parents, a girlfriend that wants to “take a break”, and two characters with self doubt that become empowered together.
The title is perfect because in the book Rebecca gives Ian fun lessons in exchange for guitar lessons. Rebecca is set to try out for a tv singing competition but she also has to play an instrument which she doesn’t. Ian just happens to play guitar and needs to become more fun to win his girlfriend back.
The fun lessons are a riot to read and include a renaissance fair and clothing optional beach.
If I had to describe a perfect rom com for me personally to enjoy, it would be a book exactly like FUN LESSONS.
August 7, 2023
A sweet romance of the opposites attract trope. I liked both Ian and Rebecca. Ian is an introvert who struggles in his everyday life. Rebecca is a fun person, but feels lonely, her family doesn’t support her dreams. At first, Rebecca and Ian resent each other, but through the fun lessons they get to know each other and slowly fall in love. I really liked how Rebecca made the effort to get to know Ian, because in my experience people easily give up on introverts. The book also demonstrated the struggles trans people face on a daily basis. It also showed that your dreams don’t always work out how you think will do, and it’s okay, because you can have new and different dreams that are more comfortable to you. Overall, this was a great read and I recommend it to everyone.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me a copy of the book.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me a copy of the book.
September 16, 2023
Super cute and clean read (a fade to black scene and some kissing).
Rebecca is auditioning for a musical show and has one problem..... She needs to ALSO play an instrument and well, she doesn't.
Ian is thrust into her orbit at work and living next door for the time he's here. He's here for only a few weeks but they become "enemies". But he also wants to help Rebecca because he can teach her guitar. She agrees but only in exchange for giving him "fun" lessons to fully win back the girl he's "on a break from".
I like the relationship these two build . I love how supportive Ian becomes, especially as Rebecca's family isn't supportive, in her musical ambitions.
There is a scene at a nude beach that had me laughing and surprised (once again, a clean book so done tastefully). One of the best parts of this book is the way the handling of transgenders and dyslexia are approached.
Rebecca is auditioning for a musical show and has one problem..... She needs to ALSO play an instrument and well, she doesn't.
Ian is thrust into her orbit at work and living next door for the time he's here. He's here for only a few weeks but they become "enemies". But he also wants to help Rebecca because he can teach her guitar. She agrees but only in exchange for giving him "fun" lessons to fully win back the girl he's "on a break from".
I like the relationship these two build . I love how supportive Ian becomes, especially as Rebecca's family isn't supportive, in her musical ambitions.
There is a scene at a nude beach that had me laughing and surprised (once again, a clean book so done tastefully). One of the best parts of this book is the way the handling of transgenders and dyslexia are approached.
April 3, 2023
Leanne Treese is the Princess of Swoonworthy, The Queen of Slow Burn, and the High Empress of Toe-Curling, Heart-racing, Laugh-out-loud Rom Com Delight. Heartwarming and hip, Fun Lessons is no exception. I was all in with Rebecca and Ian from their meet cute to their well-deserved happily ever after, and I loved every minute of the journey. With her crazy flip flops and voice of gold, Rebecca is a free-spirited and flawed heroine to adore. And when seemingly straightlaced and uptight Ian unbuttons the top button of his polo shirt…and then some…all bets are off! Fun Lessons is as thoughtful as it is romantic, offering hope for a kinder, more tolerant world where friends become family, and families open their arms with understanding, acceptance, and love.
July 22, 2023
An amazing sweet and funny book . Ian and Rebecca are two strangers who meet first time in a bus and they end up sitting side by side . They both have the worst impression for the other . The next day they realise that they have to work together . Rebecca is auditioning for a singing show but she must play an instrument . Her only person who can help her is Ian who knows how to play guitar . So for the next eight week he teach her and she will make him be more ''fun'' because that is the reason he is in break with his girlfriend . What will happen when she falls for him ? And will he still want to be with his girlfriend after enjoying every moment he spent with Rebecca ?
I received this book from net galley and the publisher as an ARC. Thank you! All thoughts and opinions are my own .
I received this book from net galley and the publisher as an ARC. Thank you! All thoughts and opinions are my own .
October 13, 2023
Rebecca is a singer but works for her aunt's Fish Factory as a social media consultant. When Rebecca gets the chance to audition for a reality show singing she hopes her family will think her singing is more than just a hobby because they all have highly powerful jobs. The only thing Rebecca needs is to learn how to play an instrument. That brings us to Ian the total opposite of Rebecca who plays the guitar and wants to win his girlfriend back at his sister's wedding. So Rebecca and Ian strike a deal, she'll help him win his girl back and he will teach her how to play the guitar. Only Rebecca starts to have feelings for Ian. This was a realistic and fun read. I really enjoyed it.
Dawnny Ruby
Novels N Latte
Hudson Valley NY
Dawnny Ruby
Novels N Latte
Hudson Valley NY
August 28, 2023
I received this as an ARC from Netgalley.
So this is a sweet little romance about Ian and Rebecca. It goes back and forth from their perspectives. Ian is an uptight, not fun person who is almost engaged to his girlfriend. But his girlfriend wants a break. Rebecca wants to make it in the music business, so she's trying out for a TV show. But she needs to play an instrument. They make this plan for fun lessons and to learn to play guitar. You can pretty much tell what will happen.
I enjoyed the story. It was really sweet. It had me to keep going back to see what happened next.
Their is a touch on transgender. There is no smut but there is sweet romance ❤️. And I loved it.
So this is a sweet little romance about Ian and Rebecca. It goes back and forth from their perspectives. Ian is an uptight, not fun person who is almost engaged to his girlfriend. But his girlfriend wants a break. Rebecca wants to make it in the music business, so she's trying out for a TV show. But she needs to play an instrument. They make this plan for fun lessons and to learn to play guitar. You can pretty much tell what will happen.
I enjoyed the story. It was really sweet. It had me to keep going back to see what happened next.
Their is a touch on transgender. There is no smut but there is sweet romance ❤️. And I loved it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 5, 2023
4.5⭐️
Dual POV with grumpy-sunshine vibes and great character development. I always love romances that involve deals between the main characters and this one was so fun. I could relate to Ian’s situation and loved how willing he was to go with whatever Rebecca had planned without any questions. It made for some humorous moments and great conversations. It was such a heartwarming read more multiple reasons. I loved how Rebecca was passionate about music and how she was around children. The way she teased Ian and opened his perspective. They really felt like best friends before the feelings started to surface. There was drama towards the end and I’m not sure if I liked the way that Rebeccas handled a couple situations, but I still liked the way that it ended.
Thank you @leannetreese and @suzyapprovedbooktours for the gifted copy.
Dual POV with grumpy-sunshine vibes and great character development. I always love romances that involve deals between the main characters and this one was so fun. I could relate to Ian’s situation and loved how willing he was to go with whatever Rebecca had planned without any questions. It made for some humorous moments and great conversations. It was such a heartwarming read more multiple reasons. I loved how Rebecca was passionate about music and how she was around children. The way she teased Ian and opened his perspective. They really felt like best friends before the feelings started to surface. There was drama towards the end and I’m not sure if I liked the way that Rebeccas handled a couple situations, but I still liked the way that it ended.
Thank you @leannetreese and @suzyapprovedbooktours for the gifted copy.
October 14, 2023
Fun Lessons is a fun and clean romcom that also teaches valuable lessons on acceptance of people that are different from us.
The story is told in alternating POV of the two main characters Rebecca and Ian. It is an opposite attract and close proximity romance . In exchange for guitar lessons, Rebecca gives uptight Ian fun lessons. I enjoyed how their romance evolved and their fun banter. I loved the secondary LGBQ+ characters. Ian was so supportive of Rebecca's music career and gave her the support she never received from her parents. Fun Lessons has short chapters and is a quick read. This is my second book by this author and I am looking forward to reading her next book.
The story is told in alternating POV of the two main characters Rebecca and Ian. It is an opposite attract and close proximity romance . In exchange for guitar lessons, Rebecca gives uptight Ian fun lessons. I enjoyed how their romance evolved and their fun banter. I loved the secondary LGBQ+ characters. Ian was so supportive of Rebecca's music career and gave her the support she never received from her parents. Fun Lessons has short chapters and is a quick read. This is my second book by this author and I am looking forward to reading her next book.
March 26, 2023
The main characters of “Fun Lessons” are funny, quirky, and loveable—traits I would also attribute to this book. A page-turner, written in the first person with two points of view, I absolutely loved getting to know Rebecca and Ian. I laughed out loud at their banter and felt their connection grow as they helped each other navigate through their specific problems. This opposites attract, enemies to lovers story will have you laughing, sighing, and rooting for these two eccentric personalities until the very end.
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