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So, I Met This Guy . . .
So, I Met This Guy . . .Well, isn’t that how every love story starts? But what we don’t know is, how will it end?
For Maggie, she certainly didn’t expect it to involve discovering the supposed love-of-her-life has stolen her life-savings, along with her home, heart and self-esteem.
So, when she meets Flick, a young reporter who realises this story could be the big break she’s been looking for, they set off together to catch him as he goes on the run across Europe. After all, she’s got nothing left to lose, right?
But as the pair embark on the road trip of their lives, unexpected twists, hidden secrets and hard truths are revealed. And as an unlikely friendship begins to blossom, they realise it’s not just about finding the guy, it’s about finding themselves . . .
‘The Bridget Jones for our times’ – Daily Telegraph
'A rip-roaring plot and some of the best twists I’ve ever read - THE mega hit of 2026!' - Matt Cain
'A thrilling, witty, twisty, turny wonderful adventure with a grand splosh of self-discovery' - Milly Johnson
Warm, witty and wise, So, I Met This Guy will have you cheering for Maggie and Flick from the first page to the very last! An absolute triumph! - Mike Gayle
‘A rollercoaster ride of riotous humour, self-discovery, twists, turns and absolutely everything required for the perfect blockbuster read.’ - Alex Brown
'Heartwarming, joyful and uplifting, it's the book of the summer!' - Laura Price
'A moving tribute to the transformative power of female friendship' - Freya North
'Potter’s writing sparkles with energy, with humour, with twists and a wonderful human heart' - Peter James
'Reading an Alexandra Potter novel is like having a catch-up with good friends' - C. J. Wray
What readers love about Alexandra 'Full of humour, optimism, love, loss, friendship, reality and a little magic. Really lifted my spirits'
'So relatable'
'Laugh-out-loud moments with such thoughtful insights into real life'
'Inspiring, funny, emotional - I could not put it down'
'Obsessed'
For Maggie, she certainly didn’t expect it to involve discovering the supposed love-of-her-life has stolen her life-savings, along with her home, heart and self-esteem.
So, when she meets Flick, a young reporter who realises this story could be the big break she’s been looking for, they set off together to catch him as he goes on the run across Europe. After all, she’s got nothing left to lose, right?
But as the pair embark on the road trip of their lives, unexpected twists, hidden secrets and hard truths are revealed. And as an unlikely friendship begins to blossom, they realise it’s not just about finding the guy, it’s about finding themselves . . .
‘The Bridget Jones for our times’ – Daily Telegraph
'A rip-roaring plot and some of the best twists I’ve ever read - THE mega hit of 2026!' - Matt Cain
'A thrilling, witty, twisty, turny wonderful adventure with a grand splosh of self-discovery' - Milly Johnson
Warm, witty and wise, So, I Met This Guy will have you cheering for Maggie and Flick from the first page to the very last! An absolute triumph! - Mike Gayle
‘A rollercoaster ride of riotous humour, self-discovery, twists, turns and absolutely everything required for the perfect blockbuster read.’ - Alex Brown
'Heartwarming, joyful and uplifting, it's the book of the summer!' - Laura Price
'A moving tribute to the transformative power of female friendship' - Freya North
'Potter’s writing sparkles with energy, with humour, with twists and a wonderful human heart' - Peter James
'Reading an Alexandra Potter novel is like having a catch-up with good friends' - C. J. Wray
What readers love about Alexandra 'Full of humour, optimism, love, loss, friendship, reality and a little magic. Really lifted my spirits'
'So relatable'
'Laugh-out-loud moments with such thoughtful insights into real life'
'Inspiring, funny, emotional - I could not put it down'
'Obsessed'
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First published February 3, 2026
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Alexandra Potter
30 books2,423 followersAlexandra Potter is the best-selling author of fifteen romantic comedy fiction novels including Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up (which is now the basis of a major US TV show, NOT DEAD YET on ABC, Hulu and Disney+) MORE Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up, One Good Thing and her latest novel, SO, I MET THIS GUY.... These titles have been published in twenty-five territories and have sold millions of copies worldwide (making the bestseller charts in the UK, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovenia and Serbia).
Yorkshire born and raised, Alexandra lives in London with her Californian husband and their Bosnian rescue dog. When she's not writing or travelling, she's getting out into nature, trying not to look at her phone and navigating this thing called mid-life.
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I've read a couple of books by this author now and I do like the way she writes. Her sense of humour and wit also works well on page.
In this book we are following Maggie and Flick. Maggie is in her late forties when we met her, she's living in a damp caravan on a friend's field.
Flick is mid twenties, she a journalist at a local newspaper and trying to get a break, there's only so long she can write about pole dancing pensioners.
When these two lives collide, we are treated to a road trip around Europe.
I think this particular trope makes a fairly unsurprising plot line, it was obvious from early on where this was going however it was fun, action packed and I enjoyed the read.
If you enjoyed watching Inventing Anna or The Tinder Swindler, you will enjoy this book.
Four stars.
In this book we are following Maggie and Flick. Maggie is in her late forties when we met her, she's living in a damp caravan on a friend's field.
Flick is mid twenties, she a journalist at a local newspaper and trying to get a break, there's only so long she can write about pole dancing pensioners.
When these two lives collide, we are treated to a road trip around Europe.
I think this particular trope makes a fairly unsurprising plot line, it was obvious from early on where this was going however it was fun, action packed and I enjoyed the read.
If you enjoyed watching Inventing Anna or The Tinder Swindler, you will enjoy this book.
Four stars.
February 26, 2026
This was so fun on audio!
If you’re a fan of books from Clare Pooley or Colleen Oakley, you’ll enjoy this one!
If you’re a fan of books from Clare Pooley or Colleen Oakley, you’ll enjoy this one!
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November 12, 2025AAAAAAHHH GOT A PROOF IM SO EXCITED
March 9, 2026
My apologies to the author for such a late review.
This was really good fun with a serious undercurrent. A quick read/listen that was sweet heartfelt and funny. I loved the age gap friendship that blossomed between our twi fmcs and can see this playing well for the big screen. A nice distraction from the world. Well written and narrated beautifully!
Huge thanks to MacMillan via NetGalley for the opportunity to review this ALC 🎧 which is available now.
This was really good fun with a serious undercurrent. A quick read/listen that was sweet heartfelt and funny. I loved the age gap friendship that blossomed between our twi fmcs and can see this playing well for the big screen. A nice distraction from the world. Well written and narrated beautifully!
Huge thanks to MacMillan via NetGalley for the opportunity to review this ALC 🎧 which is available now.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This was such an enjoyable read! I am a huge mood reader and know it almost certainly would have been a 5⭐ read had I been reading it when I was on holiday somewhere sunny. But reading a book set exploring Italy, Spain, and Portugal while shivering in Scotland in December was still fun!
I loved Flick and Maggie's friendship. They were both great characters with their own storyline but them coming together made so happy.
Alexandra Potter always writes such beautifully uplifting stories full of hope and this was no exception!
I definitely recommend this read and know I will be buying a copy for my mum when it's released next month!
Thank you to netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
I loved Flick and Maggie's friendship. They were both great characters with their own storyline but them coming together made so happy.
Alexandra Potter always writes such beautifully uplifting stories full of hope and this was no exception!
I definitely recommend this read and know I will be buying a copy for my mum when it's released next month!
Thank you to netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
February 22, 2026
Maggie Fletcher has been left with nothing after her fiancé, Theo, disappeared along with all her money, her father’s watch, and her self esteem. Having been forced to trade her comfortable flat for a shabby caravan in the middle of a farmer’s field, all Maggie wants is to be left alone.
Journalist Flick Lomax is certain she’s destined to report on more than missing cats, pole-dancing pensioners, and wayward sheep, so when she overhears gossip about a victim of a romance fraudster, she’s keen to write a feature on the phenomenon in the hope of boosting her career.
Despite the lack of encouragement from her boss and her boyfriend, Flick is determined to get her exclusive and with a tip on the whereabouts of the love rat Theo, and a few white lies, she convinces Maggie to join her on a mission to find and expose him.
What begins as a hunt for Theo becomes a journey of self discovery as Flick and Maggie chase their quarry across Europe.
The road trip that begins in Monte Carlo takes the pair through Rome, The Amalfi Coast, Sicily, Mallorca, Ibiza, Valencia, Malaga and Tangier. I really enjoyed the glimpses of these exotic (to me) European locations.
Maggie is a sympathetic character whom Potter portrays with compassion. It is lovely to witness Maggie slowly realise that the shame and humiliation of Theo’s betrayal is not hers to carry. Hundreds of thousands of women (and men) fall victim to romance fraudsters across the globe every year, and while the financial loss is estimated to be in the billions, it is the personal betrayal that exacts a higher price. Maggie was left shattered by Theo’s duplicity, not only was she financially decimated resulting in the loss of her home and business, Theo also stole her pride, her confidence, and her ability to trust anyone, including herself.
It’s equally gratifying to see Flick develop confidence in what she wants for her future, especially in terms of her relationship. Her tenacity and fake-it-til-you-make-it approach is an admirable trait for a reporter, and a good foil to Maggie’s equivocation.
The friendship that develops between Flick and Maggie, despite their disparate ages, is a highlight of the novel. I enjoyed their banter, and almost felt like I was accompanying them on their adventure. There’s also a twist to their relationship that adds a surprise to what may have otherwise been a predictable storyline.
Written with humour, warmth and compassion So, I Met This Guy… by Alexandra Potter is a well paced read that offers fun, adventure, and justice.
Journalist Flick Lomax is certain she’s destined to report on more than missing cats, pole-dancing pensioners, and wayward sheep, so when she overhears gossip about a victim of a romance fraudster, she’s keen to write a feature on the phenomenon in the hope of boosting her career.
Despite the lack of encouragement from her boss and her boyfriend, Flick is determined to get her exclusive and with a tip on the whereabouts of the love rat Theo, and a few white lies, she convinces Maggie to join her on a mission to find and expose him.
What begins as a hunt for Theo becomes a journey of self discovery as Flick and Maggie chase their quarry across Europe.
The road trip that begins in Monte Carlo takes the pair through Rome, The Amalfi Coast, Sicily, Mallorca, Ibiza, Valencia, Malaga and Tangier. I really enjoyed the glimpses of these exotic (to me) European locations.
Maggie is a sympathetic character whom Potter portrays with compassion. It is lovely to witness Maggie slowly realise that the shame and humiliation of Theo’s betrayal is not hers to carry. Hundreds of thousands of women (and men) fall victim to romance fraudsters across the globe every year, and while the financial loss is estimated to be in the billions, it is the personal betrayal that exacts a higher price. Maggie was left shattered by Theo’s duplicity, not only was she financially decimated resulting in the loss of her home and business, Theo also stole her pride, her confidence, and her ability to trust anyone, including herself.
It’s equally gratifying to see Flick develop confidence in what she wants for her future, especially in terms of her relationship. Her tenacity and fake-it-til-you-make-it approach is an admirable trait for a reporter, and a good foil to Maggie’s equivocation.
The friendship that develops between Flick and Maggie, despite their disparate ages, is a highlight of the novel. I enjoyed their banter, and almost felt like I was accompanying them on their adventure. There’s also a twist to their relationship that adds a surprise to what may have otherwise been a predictable storyline.
Written with humour, warmth and compassion So, I Met This Guy… by Alexandra Potter is a well paced read that offers fun, adventure, and justice.
February 23, 2026
In this novel, Maggie is almost 50 and living with literally nothing after the con man she thought was her fiancé stole all her money. She is approached by 20something journalist Flick who works for a very small local paper, but proposes to Maggie that she work with her to write a story about romance fraud. And before long, the two of them are gallivanting around Europe trying to track the con man down - but more importantly, developing a wonderful friendship that gives them both confidence.
I try to go into books mostly blind so I didn’t really know much about this one going in and assumed it was a rom com which it is not at all, though it does have the light breezy tone of what we used to call “chick lit.” It was a really fun and different read - loved the capers, loved the fun travelogue, and most of all loved the unlikely friendship that developed between Flick and Maggie.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my e-ARC; all opinions are my own.
I try to go into books mostly blind so I didn’t really know much about this one going in and assumed it was a rom com which it is not at all, though it does have the light breezy tone of what we used to call “chick lit.” It was a really fun and different read - loved the capers, loved the fun travelogue, and most of all loved the unlikely friendship that developed between Flick and Maggie.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my e-ARC; all opinions are my own.
February 5, 2026
really found this so funny, the characters were hilarious, and couldn't stop reading
February 25, 2026
A great holiday read!
January 25, 2026
This was a really enjoyable read even though it was pretty obvious which direction the plot was going to go in. I especially loved the friendship between Flick & Maggie that was definitely the highlight of the book for me.
This was my first read by Alexandra Potter and I thought she was a great author; her humour genuinely made me laugh out loud. I was lucky enough to receive an e- & audio ARC of this book & I thought the narrator did an excellent job they really kept me intrigued throughout. I can 100% see this being a big summer read, perfect for a sunny afternoon.
This was my first read by Alexandra Potter and I thought she was a great author; her humour genuinely made me laugh out loud. I was lucky enough to receive an e- & audio ARC of this book & I thought the narrator did an excellent job they really kept me intrigued throughout. I can 100% see this being a big summer read, perfect for a sunny afternoon.
February 23, 2026
This was a great story of female friendship and women getting revenge on despicable men. Maggie is about to turn 50 and living out of her van after getting scammed out of all of her money by a romance fraudster. Felicity is a 26 year old reporter looking for a story that will give her a big career break.
Together the two women embark on a life-changing road trip across Europe trying to track down the man who robbed Maggie and get some justice. Neither expects to find a life long friendship and even a little romance among all the exciting tourist spots they visit.
Great on audio, this story had me tearing up and roaring in triumph. There was also a few twists I didn’t see coming and a fun reverse con heist ending that had me cackling. 10/10 recommend for all the fans of feminist stories about older women.
Together the two women embark on a life-changing road trip across Europe trying to track down the man who robbed Maggie and get some justice. Neither expects to find a life long friendship and even a little romance among all the exciting tourist spots they visit.
Great on audio, this story had me tearing up and roaring in triumph. There was also a few twists I didn’t see coming and a fun reverse con heist ending that had me cackling. 10/10 recommend for all the fans of feminist stories about older women.
November 18, 2025
This book was so entertaining - it reminded me of a cross between Thelma & Louise and Shirley Valentine. Following the story of a 49 year old woman who has been recently affected by romance fraud, and a journalist in her 20s, this story took the women from Monte Carlo to Tangier in the name of making someone accountable.
I loved all of the characters in this book. Being in my early 40s I still related to Maggie, our 49 year old protagonist, much more than to Flick, the energetic eco conscious journalist. I too am constantly having to explain pop-culture references to my younger colleagues! But out of all the characters, my favourite was George, Maggie’s best friend, who reminded me of a Richard Curtis character, in all the best ways.
The story takes you on a trip from Monte Carlo to Rome, to the Amalfi Coast and Ibiza, and onwards. During your journey, you get to sample the atmosphere of each of the places they visit, as well as learning about the character’s present and past. I have visited quite a few of the places Maggie and Flick travelled to and it was almost like revisiting them again.
This book was a good time from start to end. At no point was I bored or wishing for more action. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes to read about real life and the fallout of its darker side (but not too dark), but also the bonds of women and our resilience.
Thank you to Pan MacMillan for this ARC of So, I Met This Guy.
I loved all of the characters in this book. Being in my early 40s I still related to Maggie, our 49 year old protagonist, much more than to Flick, the energetic eco conscious journalist. I too am constantly having to explain pop-culture references to my younger colleagues! But out of all the characters, my favourite was George, Maggie’s best friend, who reminded me of a Richard Curtis character, in all the best ways.
The story takes you on a trip from Monte Carlo to Rome, to the Amalfi Coast and Ibiza, and onwards. During your journey, you get to sample the atmosphere of each of the places they visit, as well as learning about the character’s present and past. I have visited quite a few of the places Maggie and Flick travelled to and it was almost like revisiting them again.
This book was a good time from start to end. At no point was I bored or wishing for more action. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes to read about real life and the fallout of its darker side (but not too dark), but also the bonds of women and our resilience.
Thank you to Pan MacMillan for this ARC of So, I Met This Guy.
December 30, 2025
Love a good dose of Alexandra Potter. I’ve been reading her books for over 12 years so I was looking forward to this one. This book wasn’t quite the same humour level as confessions of a 40 something but there was more raw emotion. The story tracks Maggie who has lost everything to a lovebomb fraudster and Flick a junior journalist looking for her big break as they journey into the unknown to catch Theo and bring him to justice.
I loved the friendship Maggie and Flick built. A couple of great twists in the story. Another great read by Potter. I’m ready to go back through her back catalogue to find my next adventure.
I loved the friendship Maggie and Flick built. A couple of great twists in the story. Another great read by Potter. I’m ready to go back through her back catalogue to find my next adventure.
March 23, 2026
Cute story. A middle aged woman falls for a romance fraudster who ends up taking her business, her home, and her life savings while professing to love her and wanting to marry her. A young reporter meets Maggie who has nothing to her name now. She convinces her to go on a wild European chase to try to catch the culprit. Lots of adventures and laughs. A little slow at times, but overall a fun read.
March 26, 2026
This was such a fun road trip! Two women, one aged 50 and the in her late 20s, chase a romance fraudster across Europe. Full review to come.
Many thanks to Zibby Publishing for my complimentary book and audiobook!
Many thanks to Zibby Publishing for my complimentary book and audiobook!
March 31, 2026
I adored this book! It was entertaining, funny, and full of heart. *chef’s kiss*
March 7, 2026
A lovely feel good story with humour and heart.
January 25, 2026
★ ★ ★ ★
this book felt like a love letter to all the women and girls figuring out their lives… (me essentially)
reading this book was just like watching a documentary, you know the ones on romance fraud? we follow Flick a mid-twenties, local paper journalist who is looking for a big break. i mean she can’t continue writing about pole dancing pensioners right?
and there’s Maggie — mid forties, living in the middle of nowhere in her caravan, left basically homeless after her ex boyfriend’s fraud wiped out everything she had. as these two come together, we follow their trip across Europe as they hunt down Maggie’s ex…
i absolutely came to love the relationship between Flick and Maggie🥹 they were both such amazing characters with their own problems & storylines, but when joined together they were the epitome of girlhood.
this was the first book i’ve read from Alexandra Potter, and i fell in love with her witty humour! her writing was so beautiful and uplifting — this book truly couldn’t have come to me at a more perfect time🌟
so, i met this guy… comes out on the 28th of Jan!
thank you to the team at Pan Macmillan Australia for sending me this copy! so grateful🫶🏻🫶🏻
this book felt like a love letter to all the women and girls figuring out their lives… (me essentially)
reading this book was just like watching a documentary, you know the ones on romance fraud? we follow Flick a mid-twenties, local paper journalist who is looking for a big break. i mean she can’t continue writing about pole dancing pensioners right?
and there’s Maggie — mid forties, living in the middle of nowhere in her caravan, left basically homeless after her ex boyfriend’s fraud wiped out everything she had. as these two come together, we follow their trip across Europe as they hunt down Maggie’s ex…
i absolutely came to love the relationship between Flick and Maggie🥹 they were both such amazing characters with their own problems & storylines, but when joined together they were the epitome of girlhood.
this was the first book i’ve read from Alexandra Potter, and i fell in love with her witty humour! her writing was so beautiful and uplifting — this book truly couldn’t have come to me at a more perfect time🌟
so, i met this guy… comes out on the 28th of Jan!
thank you to the team at Pan Macmillan Australia for sending me this copy! so grateful🫶🏻🫶🏻
December 3, 2025
So I met this guy - Alexandra Potter ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This book was a fun one, from start to finish. You get a real feel for the characters along the way especially Maggie & Flick, written very well making it very enjoyable, Maggie & flick shared an age-gap friendship that blossomed while chasing a romance fraudster along Europe’s coastline. It was heartwarming and funny all at once. If something seems too good to be true, then it probably is!
A wonderful story.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC of this book, I was very excited about this one!
This book is out on 29th January 2026!
This book was a fun one, from start to finish. You get a real feel for the characters along the way especially Maggie & Flick, written very well making it very enjoyable, Maggie & flick shared an age-gap friendship that blossomed while chasing a romance fraudster along Europe’s coastline. It was heartwarming and funny all at once. If something seems too good to be true, then it probably is!
A wonderful story.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC of this book, I was very excited about this one!
This book is out on 29th January 2026!
October 13, 2025
3.5 stars rounded up
November 20, 2025
A new Alexandra Potter book! With a brilliant title and catchy cover! So excited...!
Yes, I was excited. Until I started reading it. Already from the beginning I had problems with getting into the book, into the characters' heads, to get on with the writing style. I hoped, OK, the more I read, the better it will be. It wasn't. I can't remember when I've read such a weak book - really. It pains me, it makes me sad because, you know, Alexandra Potter! But this book was one huge mistake for me. Nothing worked there. The plot was absolutely under - developed, there was nothing happening, the characters were wooden and everything seemed so forced. Billed as a romantic comedy, but I found neither romance nor comedy - this is why I don't trust the quotes on the cover anymore. The plot was faaaaar too stretched and unbelievable and as much as I enjoy a little craziness, it was another level of farcical.
I get what the author wanted to tell us with this book and the subject is a very important one, but really, eventually I couldn't care less about what's going to happen to Maggie and Flick and what's his name. I had a feeling we are turning in circles and that the author's heart was not there among the pages.
Nevertheless, if you think you need a book about finding yourself after a big crash, about gaining confidence and feeling sure in your own skin again, set in a south of sunny Europe, try this one.
Yes, I was excited. Until I started reading it. Already from the beginning I had problems with getting into the book, into the characters' heads, to get on with the writing style. I hoped, OK, the more I read, the better it will be. It wasn't. I can't remember when I've read such a weak book - really. It pains me, it makes me sad because, you know, Alexandra Potter! But this book was one huge mistake for me. Nothing worked there. The plot was absolutely under - developed, there was nothing happening, the characters were wooden and everything seemed so forced. Billed as a romantic comedy, but I found neither romance nor comedy - this is why I don't trust the quotes on the cover anymore. The plot was faaaaar too stretched and unbelievable and as much as I enjoy a little craziness, it was another level of farcical.
I get what the author wanted to tell us with this book and the subject is a very important one, but really, eventually I couldn't care less about what's going to happen to Maggie and Flick and what's his name. I had a feeling we are turning in circles and that the author's heart was not there among the pages.
Nevertheless, if you think you need a book about finding yourself after a big crash, about gaining confidence and feeling sure in your own skin again, set in a south of sunny Europe, try this one.
February 6, 2026
So, I Met This Guy . . .Well, isn’t that how every love story starts? But how does it end – a happily ever after? Or with the discovery that the supposed love-of-your-life has stolen your life savings and your home, trashed your heart and demolished your self-esteem? Maggie is barely fifty years-old, and she's not one to give up on herself. So when she meets Flick, a young reporter who realizes this story could be the big break she’s been looking for, they set off to catch him as he goes on the run across Europe. After all, she’s got nothing left to lose, right? But as the pair embark on the road trip of their lives, unexpected twists, hidden secrets and hard truths are revealed. And as an unlikely friendship begins to blossom, they realize it’s not just about finding the guy, it’s about finding themselves . . .
I always eagerly anticipate Alexandra Potter’s books and I think this latest one might just be my favourite. Listening to the audiobook version I was wary if I would become engrossed as much as normal when reading a physical copy, I needn’t have worried, I became completed embroiled with Maggie and Flick almost immediately.
Maggie and Flick are potentially two of my favourite character relationships in a book, they couldn’t be more different but their underlying traits creates a connection that, by the end of the book, I challenge anyone to not be envious of.
The story is fast-paced and yes, at times it might be a little predictable but did that matter? Not an iota! I was with Maggie and Flick at every single point of this journey, feeling like I was visiting all the amazing locations with them. And Birdie, what a fabulous woman, I won’t say more to not ruin anything but I think the world would be a much happier place with her infectious personality - even considering the final concluding twist in the tale.
This is a book that I will highly recommend to all who want a feel-good, emotionally charged, character-focused story that will have you laughing out loud and grinning like the Cheshire Cat!
I always eagerly anticipate Alexandra Potter’s books and I think this latest one might just be my favourite. Listening to the audiobook version I was wary if I would become engrossed as much as normal when reading a physical copy, I needn’t have worried, I became completed embroiled with Maggie and Flick almost immediately.
Maggie and Flick are potentially two of my favourite character relationships in a book, they couldn’t be more different but their underlying traits creates a connection that, by the end of the book, I challenge anyone to not be envious of.
The story is fast-paced and yes, at times it might be a little predictable but did that matter? Not an iota! I was with Maggie and Flick at every single point of this journey, feeling like I was visiting all the amazing locations with them. And Birdie, what a fabulous woman, I won’t say more to not ruin anything but I think the world would be a much happier place with her infectious personality - even considering the final concluding twist in the tale.
This is a book that I will highly recommend to all who want a feel-good, emotionally charged, character-focused story that will have you laughing out loud and grinning like the Cheshire Cat!
March 1, 2026
If you’re looking to escape the wind and rain and fancy a lovely girly jaunt across Europe, then pick up a copy of Alexandra Potter’s latest novel, which released at the end of January.
Maggie (about to turn 50) and Flick (twenty something) are unlikely travel companions, but join forces to track down Theo, the romance fraudster who’s run off with all Maggie’s money and left her life in ruins. Flick is fed up with reporting on missing pets for the local paper and wants to write a proper journalistic article about a real-life issue, so persuades Maggie to tell her story as they set off on a mission to find Theo and confront him.
It’s a fun novel that deals with some serious issues. Flick has her own problems in the form of a controlling boyfriend who continually pours scorn on her attempts at a career.
What I loved: Birdy, the septuagenarian American heiress who’s glamorous, unapologetically direct, and worldly-wise. Hopping across various European cities before winding up on a cruise ship. The fun play-on-words/karma about time (no spoilers!).
What I didn’t love: There’s a point where Flick’s clearly decided she no longer wants to be in a relationship with her idiot boyfriend, but she feels pressured to have sex with him. This was the only part of the book that made me feel uncomfortable.
Overall, the story bounced along at a good pace, had a solid plot and some great karma. I listened to the audiobook, narrated by Shelley Conn, with thanks to NetGalley and MacMillan.
Maggie (about to turn 50) and Flick (twenty something) are unlikely travel companions, but join forces to track down Theo, the romance fraudster who’s run off with all Maggie’s money and left her life in ruins. Flick is fed up with reporting on missing pets for the local paper and wants to write a proper journalistic article about a real-life issue, so persuades Maggie to tell her story as they set off on a mission to find Theo and confront him.
It’s a fun novel that deals with some serious issues. Flick has her own problems in the form of a controlling boyfriend who continually pours scorn on her attempts at a career.
What I loved: Birdy, the septuagenarian American heiress who’s glamorous, unapologetically direct, and worldly-wise. Hopping across various European cities before winding up on a cruise ship. The fun play-on-words/karma about time (no spoilers!).
What I didn’t love: There’s a point where Flick’s clearly decided she no longer wants to be in a relationship with her idiot boyfriend, but she feels pressured to have sex with him. This was the only part of the book that made me feel uncomfortable.
Overall, the story bounced along at a good pace, had a solid plot and some great karma. I listened to the audiobook, narrated by Shelley Conn, with thanks to NetGalley and MacMillan.
January 18, 2026
As a big fan of Alexandra Potter’s already I was delighted to receive an early copy of SIMTG from her and Pan MacMillan.
I absolutely love a book that really makes me genuinely FEEL! Excitement, sadness, laughter - I felt it all! I always looked forward to picking this book back up. I loved that I had little moments smiling to myself where something was mentioned chapters before are meeting the chapter you’re currently on, and there is an unexpected making of sense that you didn’t realise you needed to know until now.
I loved the characters and their journeys among the excitement and intense chase of Theo. It was so heartwarming and the different settings of the book was wonderful to read and made me long to be there. I also just wanted to say *Spoiler Alert* …. I didn’t doubt Birdy for a second!
Some of my favourite quotes from book were:
“Everyone talks about the desire to be loved, but it’s the desire to be needed that’s stronger”.
“That’s the problem with bruised hearts and battered emotions, thought Maggie. You couldn’t put ice on them”.
Loved it so much, thank you from the bottom of my heart Alexandra and Pan Mac!
I absolutely love a book that really makes me genuinely FEEL! Excitement, sadness, laughter - I felt it all! I always looked forward to picking this book back up. I loved that I had little moments smiling to myself where something was mentioned chapters before are meeting the chapter you’re currently on, and there is an unexpected making of sense that you didn’t realise you needed to know until now.
I loved the characters and their journeys among the excitement and intense chase of Theo. It was so heartwarming and the different settings of the book was wonderful to read and made me long to be there. I also just wanted to say *Spoiler Alert* …. I didn’t doubt Birdy for a second!
Some of my favourite quotes from book were:
“Everyone talks about the desire to be loved, but it’s the desire to be needed that’s stronger”.
“That’s the problem with bruised hearts and battered emotions, thought Maggie. You couldn’t put ice on them”.
Loved it so much, thank you from the bottom of my heart Alexandra and Pan Mac!
February 10, 2026
A great story of friendship and adventure!!
A woman nearing 50 (Maggie) and a young 20 something year old woman (Flick) who are both stuck in their life but for different reasons and how together they embark on a journey of self-discovery or re-self-discovery in Maggie's case while they chase a con man through Europe.
As much as I am a fan of romance I absolutely love a book about love that isn't romance. You know what I mean? This story has a platonic love story that highlights friendship across all ages, as a 40 something myself I have friends in their 60s and friends in their 20s and my life is so much more richer because of it. And I absolutely adore seeing it in the books I read.
Along with the great friendship between these two characters I also always enjoy a story about self discovery, especially ones where the characters are relearning who they are.
So if you like a story that takes you on an adventure, one that feels impossible but somehow always works out even when all the bad stuff happens ... And during that adventure you find something inspiring and everything works out in the end please pick this book up!!
*arc netgalley UK all opinions are my own
A woman nearing 50 (Maggie) and a young 20 something year old woman (Flick) who are both stuck in their life but for different reasons and how together they embark on a journey of self-discovery or re-self-discovery in Maggie's case while they chase a con man through Europe.
As much as I am a fan of romance I absolutely love a book about love that isn't romance. You know what I mean? This story has a platonic love story that highlights friendship across all ages, as a 40 something myself I have friends in their 60s and friends in their 20s and my life is so much more richer because of it. And I absolutely adore seeing it in the books I read.
Along with the great friendship between these two characters I also always enjoy a story about self discovery, especially ones where the characters are relearning who they are.
So if you like a story that takes you on an adventure, one that feels impossible but somehow always works out even when all the bad stuff happens ... And during that adventure you find something inspiring and everything works out in the end please pick this book up!!
*arc netgalley UK all opinions are my own
December 23, 2025
49 year old Maggie is living in a caravan on a friend's farm having lost her home and business to a romance fraudster. When Flick, a twenty-something local reporter, is sent to interview her, an unlikely friendship and trek across Europe begins. Maggie wants to confront Theo to his lying face and Flick is hoping for her big break story. They set off to his last known location of Monte Carlo with nothing but Flick's credit card, but quite quickly come into enough money for a real adventure to begin. Along the way they meet feisty American heiress Birdie, a character that I absolutely loved for her no-nonsense attitude. They follow the cruise he's on by driving from port to port, and on the way they heal each other a little bit every day.
It's a story of found family, female rage and a search for justice all set to a backdrop of stunning locations. I only wish it had come out while I was on a cruise earlier this year, visiting quite a few of the same places they do! It's a great read with all the good feels by the end.
It's a story of found family, female rage and a search for justice all set to a backdrop of stunning locations. I only wish it had come out while I was on a cruise earlier this year, visiting quite a few of the same places they do! It's a great read with all the good feels by the end.
February 3, 2026
On the surface this is a cute, fun read with a whirlwind European adventure, two women from different lives throwing care to the wind and learning a lot about themselves on the way.
Beneath that there’s a more serious exploration of gaslighting, coercive control and the damage left behind when you put your trust in the wrong person.
Maggie and Flick are likeable and you’ll be rooting for them from the start. Birdy is a great side character and even if I guessed where her story was going I still found it enjoyable watching it play out.
A really easy read, I particularly enjoyed how the narrative switched between perspectives mid scene or paragraph, so you see what both characters are thinking and well as saying. I’m not sure I’ve ever noticed anyone do that before so thought it was clever.
This will make a great summer holiday read. I’ve been to almost all the places Maggie and Flick end up and enjoyed reading about them exploring, which brought back fond memories.
Beneath that there’s a more serious exploration of gaslighting, coercive control and the damage left behind when you put your trust in the wrong person.
Maggie and Flick are likeable and you’ll be rooting for them from the start. Birdy is a great side character and even if I guessed where her story was going I still found it enjoyable watching it play out.
A really easy read, I particularly enjoyed how the narrative switched between perspectives mid scene or paragraph, so you see what both characters are thinking and well as saying. I’m not sure I’ve ever noticed anyone do that before so thought it was clever.
This will make a great summer holiday read. I’ve been to almost all the places Maggie and Flick end up and enjoyed reading about them exploring, which brought back fond memories.
Review of advance copy
3.5 ☆
𝗦𝗼, 𝗜 𝗠𝗲𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗚𝘂𝘆 is an entertaining adventure that's a little bit like Bridget Jones meets Dirty John meets Eurotrip.
Maggie and Flick are an undeniably delightful duo to journey alongside. From Monte Carlo to Rome to Ibiza, it was fun to sample the atmospheres of each stop as well as the trips taken to Maggie's past as she recounts her story to Flick.
I love an intergenerational friendship, and though this one isn't overly huge, their age gap adds to the charm and humor. The trek to find Theo and get justice takes a bit of a backseat as the two begin to bond; what started out as finding the fraudster morphs into finding themselves as secrets and truths are exposed.
Emotional depth balanced with comedy creates a heartwarming and uplifting tale of friendship and self worth. This was my first read by Potter, and I'll gladly read another.
🎙️ Shelley Conn handles the narration on her own and does a remarkable job. It was an easy and enjoyable listen!
✨ Thank you Libro FM for this ALC!
[Pub Date: 2•10•2026]
𝗦𝗼, 𝗜 𝗠𝗲𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗚𝘂𝘆 is an entertaining adventure that's a little bit like Bridget Jones meets Dirty John meets Eurotrip.
Maggie and Flick are an undeniably delightful duo to journey alongside. From Monte Carlo to Rome to Ibiza, it was fun to sample the atmospheres of each stop as well as the trips taken to Maggie's past as she recounts her story to Flick.
I love an intergenerational friendship, and though this one isn't overly huge, their age gap adds to the charm and humor. The trek to find Theo and get justice takes a bit of a backseat as the two begin to bond; what started out as finding the fraudster morphs into finding themselves as secrets and truths are exposed.
Emotional depth balanced with comedy creates a heartwarming and uplifting tale of friendship and self worth. This was my first read by Potter, and I'll gladly read another.
🎙️ Shelley Conn handles the narration on her own and does a remarkable job. It was an easy and enjoyable listen!
✨ Thank you Libro FM for this ALC!
[Pub Date: 2•10•2026]
March 27, 2026
*I received a free copy of this book from a Goodreads giveaway in exchange for an honest review*
This was such a delightful, easy beach read! The plot chugged along at the perfect pace, the two main characters had fantastic arcs that unfolded so naturally, and there were surprise twists that I never saw coming! I really loved Maggie & Flick’s relationship dynamic; it was so refreshing to see a genuine female friendship, especially one between women from different generations. They both learned things from each other and became better people on their journey together. Birdy was a delightful side character that added so much to the story, and I actually enjoyed that Theo was just a straight up villain with no redeemable qualities. I loved that the story did not focus on Maggie being a broken woman from Theo’s actions, choosing instead to focus on how she rebuilt herself both through her own actions and the influence of Flick. Just an all-around great, female-empowering novel!
This was such a delightful, easy beach read! The plot chugged along at the perfect pace, the two main characters had fantastic arcs that unfolded so naturally, and there were surprise twists that I never saw coming! I really loved Maggie & Flick’s relationship dynamic; it was so refreshing to see a genuine female friendship, especially one between women from different generations. They both learned things from each other and became better people on their journey together. Birdy was a delightful side character that added so much to the story, and I actually enjoyed that Theo was just a straight up villain with no redeemable qualities. I loved that the story did not focus on Maggie being a broken woman from Theo’s actions, choosing instead to focus on how she rebuilt herself both through her own actions and the influence of Flick. Just an all-around great, female-empowering novel!
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January 26, 2026I loved this audiobook, it was funny, but also quite poignant at times.
I really liked Maggie and Flick, the main characters, who strike up an unlikely friendship whilst on the hunt for the man who destroyed Maggie’s life.
I loved following Maggie and Flick on their personal journeys, but also the physical journey they took tracking down the romance fraudster across Europe. The story is told from both Flick and Maggie’s points of view, and occasionally by the scammer and also Birdy, a brilliant minor character.
There was a fantastic twist about three quarters of the way through that really shocked me, but also delighted me as it opened up the story even more. The epilogue is brilliant as well.
I loved Shelley Conn’s performance, she’s a new-to-me narrator who I’ll definitely be looking out for in the future.
As you can tell I loved this one, and highly recommend it if you enjoy contemporary fiction featuring unlikely female friendships.
Thanks so much to Macmillan and NetGalley for my digital copy via the NetGalley app.
I really liked Maggie and Flick, the main characters, who strike up an unlikely friendship whilst on the hunt for the man who destroyed Maggie’s life.
I loved following Maggie and Flick on their personal journeys, but also the physical journey they took tracking down the romance fraudster across Europe. The story is told from both Flick and Maggie’s points of view, and occasionally by the scammer and also Birdy, a brilliant minor character.
There was a fantastic twist about three quarters of the way through that really shocked me, but also delighted me as it opened up the story even more. The epilogue is brilliant as well.
I loved Shelley Conn’s performance, she’s a new-to-me narrator who I’ll definitely be looking out for in the future.
As you can tell I loved this one, and highly recommend it if you enjoy contemporary fiction featuring unlikely female friendships.
Thanks so much to Macmillan and NetGalley for my digital copy via the NetGalley app.
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