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Accidentally Infamous #1
You've Got Hate Mail
I should’ve worn underwear that day.
I’d have far less hate mail in my inbox. I’d also still have a job.
But I didn’t wear underwear. And I had a wardrobe malfunction on a livestream.
So now I’m the proud owner of the internet’s most famous… you know.
The good news? I’ve been invited to hide from my sudden infamy at a closed winery with other women who’ve suffered their own five minutes of shame.
The bad news? The winery has a live-in handyman.
A competent, compassionate, patient, sexy, single dad handyman.
Whom I met when I punched him in the face.
Accidentally, of course. But I still get why he’s happy keeping his distance from me.
But when we find out the winery that’s saving my life is in danger of foreclosure, he and I become accidental partners.
No big deal, working with a guy that I’m falling harder for each day.
I’m already the internet’s favorite punching bag. Why not add an unrequited crush to my life?
But what if it’s not unrequited after all?
From USA Today and Amazon #1 Bestselling Author Pippa Grant comes a funny, heartwarming, swoony romance perfect for readers who love protective book boyfriends, found sisterhoods, slow burns, epically awkward meet-cutes, and love conquering all.
Content This book contains toxic family and references to bullying, suicide, abuse, and the off-page cancer death of the hero’s first wife several years before the story begins.
I’d have far less hate mail in my inbox. I’d also still have a job.
But I didn’t wear underwear. And I had a wardrobe malfunction on a livestream.
So now I’m the proud owner of the internet’s most famous… you know.
The good news? I’ve been invited to hide from my sudden infamy at a closed winery with other women who’ve suffered their own five minutes of shame.
The bad news? The winery has a live-in handyman.
A competent, compassionate, patient, sexy, single dad handyman.
Whom I met when I punched him in the face.
Accidentally, of course. But I still get why he’s happy keeping his distance from me.
But when we find out the winery that’s saving my life is in danger of foreclosure, he and I become accidental partners.
No big deal, working with a guy that I’m falling harder for each day.
I’m already the internet’s favorite punching bag. Why not add an unrequited crush to my life?
But what if it’s not unrequited after all?
From USA Today and Amazon #1 Bestselling Author Pippa Grant comes a funny, heartwarming, swoony romance perfect for readers who love protective book boyfriends, found sisterhoods, slow burns, epically awkward meet-cutes, and love conquering all.
Content This book contains toxic family and references to bullying, suicide, abuse, and the off-page cancer death of the hero’s first wife several years before the story begins.
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Published June 16, 2026
About the author
Pippa Grant
72 books11.2k followersPippa Grant wanted to write books, so she did.
Before she became a USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling romantic comedy author, she was a young military spouse who got into writing as self-therapy. That happened around the time she discovered reading romance novels, and the two eventually merged into a career. Today, she has more than 30 knee-slapping Pippa Grant titles and nine published under the name Jamie Farrell.
When she’s not writing romantic comedies, she’s fumbling through being a mom, wife, and mountain woman, and sometimes tries to find hobbies. Her crowning achievement? Having impeccable timing for telling stories that will make people snort beverages out of their noses. Consider yourself warned.
Before she became a USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling romantic comedy author, she was a young military spouse who got into writing as self-therapy. That happened around the time she discovered reading romance novels, and the two eventually merged into a career. Today, she has more than 30 knee-slapping Pippa Grant titles and nine published under the name Jamie Farrell.
When she’s not writing romantic comedies, she’s fumbling through being a mom, wife, and mountain woman, and sometimes tries to find hobbies. Her crowning achievement? Having impeccable timing for telling stories that will make people snort beverages out of their noses. Consider yourself warned.
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August 16, 2026
I absolutely loved this book! It was such a fun mix of laugh out loud moments, romance, and a little bit of chaos. The chemistry between the Heath and Cricket was amazing, and I loved watching the slow burn relationship develop. The found family friendships were just as enjoyable, and they added so much warmth to the story.
It was also such an easy, feel good read with plenty of awkward and hilarious moments that had me smiling the whole way through. I loved the protective single dad hero, the quirky characters, and how the story still had plenty of heart underneath all the humor. Lavender was a delight! Definitely one of those books that leaves you feeling happy when you reach the end!
It was also such an easy, feel good read with plenty of awkward and hilarious moments that had me smiling the whole way through. I loved the protective single dad hero, the quirky characters, and how the story still had plenty of heart underneath all the humor. Lavender was a delight! Definitely one of those books that leaves you feeling happy when you reach the end!
June 16, 2026
You’ve Got Hate Mail by Pippa Grant
Accidentally Infamous series #1. Contemporary romance. Alternating POV. Found family.
After having an accidental indecent exposure video go viral, Cricket retreats to an invite-only vineyard. It’s a place where women with the same type of viral moment can escape to and regroup until they are ready to face the world again. Cricket feels at home and at ease with the women, the handyman and his daughter and soon considers them all family. The vineyard is having financial problems. Can she help and be part of the solution for more than just the vineyard?
🎧 I listened to an audiobook copy of this story which is performed in multicast interactive style. Narrators include Kristyna Ruth Zaherek, Gregory Salinas, Samantha Brentmoor, Stella Hunter, and Stephen Dexter. My favorite type of performance. It’s as if watching a movie or play with all the various characters.
The recording is clean, professional, and makes it easy to remain in an active listening mode.
Absolutely hilarious at times as well as incredibly romantic and touching. The glitter bomb had me laughing out loud. The unquestioned support over and over again had me hoping such an escape really exists.
Exhilarating, hopeful, steamy, and lovable. Epilogue 1 is priceless.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley and Dreamscape Select.
Accidentally Infamous series #1. Contemporary romance. Alternating POV. Found family.
After having an accidental indecent exposure video go viral, Cricket retreats to an invite-only vineyard. It’s a place where women with the same type of viral moment can escape to and regroup until they are ready to face the world again. Cricket feels at home and at ease with the women, the handyman and his daughter and soon considers them all family. The vineyard is having financial problems. Can she help and be part of the solution for more than just the vineyard?
🎧 I listened to an audiobook copy of this story which is performed in multicast interactive style. Narrators include Kristyna Ruth Zaherek, Gregory Salinas, Samantha Brentmoor, Stella Hunter, and Stephen Dexter. My favorite type of performance. It’s as if watching a movie or play with all the various characters.
The recording is clean, professional, and makes it easy to remain in an active listening mode.
Absolutely hilarious at times as well as incredibly romantic and touching. The glitter bomb had me laughing out loud. The unquestioned support over and over again had me hoping such an escape really exists.
Exhilarating, hopeful, steamy, and lovable. Epilogue 1 is priceless.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley and Dreamscape Select.
June 4, 2026
This story begins in a very interesting way, nothing quite like becoming a viral sensation for all the wrong reasons. The humiliation Cricket experienced continues to affect her sense of security and self-worth. She relies on mantras to help her get through basic daily tasks, and even something as simple as taking a shower can trigger a panic attack. Once you learn what happened, it’s easy to understand why. It’s the kind of situation that would be humiliating for anyone, and it completely changes the course of her life.
Seeking refuge from the spotlight, Cricket leaves Chicago behind and heads to Sonoma County, California, where she hides away at a winery.
Enter Heath: single father, handyman, and devoted cat dad. He immediately stood out to me as a character. The fact that Cricket finds herself in yet another embarrassing situation with him watching was both awkward and amusing. Heath’s daughter, Lavender, adds a lot of charm to the story, and I enjoyed their family dynamic from the beginning.
The winery itself is part of a commune that serves as a safe haven for women recovering from unwanted viral fame and internet notoriety. It’s an unusual concept, but also an intriguing one. Heath has his own complicated past, including the loss of his wife, who was involved in social media before her death. Readers should pay attention to the content warnings, as both Cricket and Heath’s histories touch on topics that may be triggering for some.
This book features a large cast of characters. While Cricket and Heath are obviously the focus, there are many supporting characters who play important roles within the commune. The setting itself is picturesque, with grapevines, tiny houses, and a close-knit community atmosphere. Things become even more complicated when Cricket and Heath are forced into close proximity and end up sharing Heath’s cottage.
One thing I found myself wondering throughout the story was whether this was truly Cricket’s story or Heath’s. Heath’s backstory is explored extensively and is revisited frequently. While his journey is compelling, there were times when it overshadowed Cricket’s development. His perspective as the only man living within this predominantly female community was interesting, and I often found myself sympathizing with him.
Cricket’s personality was more difficult for me to connect with. At times she is shy and withdrawn, while at other moments she is loud, dramatic, and impulsive. Unfortunately, I struggled with her character for much of the book. The audiobook version, in particular, made this difficult for me. I found myself rolling my eyes at many of her reactions and internal monologues. While the story is marketed as a rom-com, the humor rarely landed for me, and I found myself far more invested in the storyline than the comedy.
I eventually switched from audio to ebook, and reading the story worked much better for me. While the audiobook was faster, I found the physical reading experience helped soften some of my frustrations with the main character.
As the story progresses, Cricket’s emotional vulnerability begins to evolve into something closer to determination and even a bit of righteous anger. While I can’t say I would have handled things the way she did, I appreciated seeing her fight back and begin reclaiming parts of herself.
The story explores many themes, including self-worth, healing, family trauma, online culture, friendship, grief, and personal growth. Sometimes there were so many emotional threads competing for attention that the romance felt buried beneath the drama. While I appreciated the realistic portrayal of insecurities and human flaws, the overall level of drama occasionally felt overwhelming.
Eventually, the romance begins to take center stage as Heath finally confronts his feelings. The chemistry between them grows stronger, and the tension that had been building finally pays off. I especially enjoyed Heath’s relationship with Lavender and the found family elements woven throughout the story.
However, just when things begin to settle, more drama arrives. Every corner of this story seems packed with emotional conflict, misunderstandings, family issues, and personal struggles. At times it felt almost soap opera level dramatic. While the healing journeys of both Heath and Cricket kept me invested, I never fully connected with either character on a deeper level.
For me, this ultimately landed as a three star read. The storyline was compelling enough to keep me reading, but I never found it completely engrossing. I appreciated the found family themes, the small-town atmosphere, the unique premise, and the cast of audiobook narrators. The internet and viral fame storyline also felt very relevant to modern culture.
That said, the humor often didn’t work for me, and there were simply too many moments where I found myself frustrated with the characters rather than rooting for them. I did enjoy the chapter titles, and Heath, Cricket, and Lavender eventually form a family unit that many readers will likely connect with.
I don’t want to spoil the story, but I highly recommend paying attention to the content warnings before diving in. I would also suggest considering which format works best for you, as my experience improved significantly when I switched from audio to ebook.
If you enjoy reality TV style drama, emotional healing journeys, found family, and stories about rebuilding your life after public humiliation, this may be a great fit for you.
At its heart, the novel carries strong messages about surrounding yourself with healthy, supportive people and learning that family is often the one you choose rather than the one you’re born into. The story concludes with a happy ending and one of the more memorable epilogues I’ve read in quite some time.
Thank you Pippa Grant for the arc and all of this story. I read this book as An arc and im leaving an honest review
Seeking refuge from the spotlight, Cricket leaves Chicago behind and heads to Sonoma County, California, where she hides away at a winery.
Enter Heath: single father, handyman, and devoted cat dad. He immediately stood out to me as a character. The fact that Cricket finds herself in yet another embarrassing situation with him watching was both awkward and amusing. Heath’s daughter, Lavender, adds a lot of charm to the story, and I enjoyed their family dynamic from the beginning.
The winery itself is part of a commune that serves as a safe haven for women recovering from unwanted viral fame and internet notoriety. It’s an unusual concept, but also an intriguing one. Heath has his own complicated past, including the loss of his wife, who was involved in social media before her death. Readers should pay attention to the content warnings, as both Cricket and Heath’s histories touch on topics that may be triggering for some.
This book features a large cast of characters. While Cricket and Heath are obviously the focus, there are many supporting characters who play important roles within the commune. The setting itself is picturesque, with grapevines, tiny houses, and a close-knit community atmosphere. Things become even more complicated when Cricket and Heath are forced into close proximity and end up sharing Heath’s cottage.
One thing I found myself wondering throughout the story was whether this was truly Cricket’s story or Heath’s. Heath’s backstory is explored extensively and is revisited frequently. While his journey is compelling, there were times when it overshadowed Cricket’s development. His perspective as the only man living within this predominantly female community was interesting, and I often found myself sympathizing with him.
Cricket’s personality was more difficult for me to connect with. At times she is shy and withdrawn, while at other moments she is loud, dramatic, and impulsive. Unfortunately, I struggled with her character for much of the book. The audiobook version, in particular, made this difficult for me. I found myself rolling my eyes at many of her reactions and internal monologues. While the story is marketed as a rom-com, the humor rarely landed for me, and I found myself far more invested in the storyline than the comedy.
I eventually switched from audio to ebook, and reading the story worked much better for me. While the audiobook was faster, I found the physical reading experience helped soften some of my frustrations with the main character.
As the story progresses, Cricket’s emotional vulnerability begins to evolve into something closer to determination and even a bit of righteous anger. While I can’t say I would have handled things the way she did, I appreciated seeing her fight back and begin reclaiming parts of herself.
The story explores many themes, including self-worth, healing, family trauma, online culture, friendship, grief, and personal growth. Sometimes there were so many emotional threads competing for attention that the romance felt buried beneath the drama. While I appreciated the realistic portrayal of insecurities and human flaws, the overall level of drama occasionally felt overwhelming.
Eventually, the romance begins to take center stage as Heath finally confronts his feelings. The chemistry between them grows stronger, and the tension that had been building finally pays off. I especially enjoyed Heath’s relationship with Lavender and the found family elements woven throughout the story.
However, just when things begin to settle, more drama arrives. Every corner of this story seems packed with emotional conflict, misunderstandings, family issues, and personal struggles. At times it felt almost soap opera level dramatic. While the healing journeys of both Heath and Cricket kept me invested, I never fully connected with either character on a deeper level.
For me, this ultimately landed as a three star read. The storyline was compelling enough to keep me reading, but I never found it completely engrossing. I appreciated the found family themes, the small-town atmosphere, the unique premise, and the cast of audiobook narrators. The internet and viral fame storyline also felt very relevant to modern culture.
That said, the humor often didn’t work for me, and there were simply too many moments where I found myself frustrated with the characters rather than rooting for them. I did enjoy the chapter titles, and Heath, Cricket, and Lavender eventually form a family unit that many readers will likely connect with.
I don’t want to spoil the story, but I highly recommend paying attention to the content warnings before diving in. I would also suggest considering which format works best for you, as my experience improved significantly when I switched from audio to ebook.
If you enjoy reality TV style drama, emotional healing journeys, found family, and stories about rebuilding your life after public humiliation, this may be a great fit for you.
At its heart, the novel carries strong messages about surrounding yourself with healthy, supportive people and learning that family is often the one you choose rather than the one you’re born into. The story concludes with a happy ending and one of the more memorable epilogues I’ve read in quite some time.
Thank you Pippa Grant for the arc and all of this story. I read this book as An arc and im leaving an honest review
July 24, 2026
💌🥰 You've Got Hate Mail 🔨❤️
This book was equal parts hilarious romcom and heartfelt healing journey. 💌😂
I came for the outrageous antics and laugh out loud moments, but I stayed for the found family. I was genuinely surprised by how emotional parts of this story became. The author did such a wonderful job balancing heavier topics with humor, and hope .
And Heath... 🥹❤️ Heath and Cricket foreverrrrr.
I loved just about everyone in this book... except the haters, of course. 😒😂 The community that formed around Cricket was so beautiful❤️
But let's be honest... Lavender was the real queen of this book. 👑😂 Absolutely iconic.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Star Read!
What to Expect:
💻 Viral Internet Fame
🔨 Single Dad
🫶 Found Family
❤️ Slow Burn
😂 Awkward Meet Cute
🌿 Healing Journey
This book was equal parts hilarious romcom and heartfelt healing journey. 💌😂
I came for the outrageous antics and laugh out loud moments, but I stayed for the found family. I was genuinely surprised by how emotional parts of this story became. The author did such a wonderful job balancing heavier topics with humor, and hope .
And Heath... 🥹❤️ Heath and Cricket foreverrrrr.
I loved just about everyone in this book... except the haters, of course. 😒😂 The community that formed around Cricket was so beautiful❤️
But let's be honest... Lavender was the real queen of this book. 👑😂 Absolutely iconic.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Star Read!
What to Expect:
💻 Viral Internet Fame
🔨 Single Dad
🫶 Found Family
❤️ Slow Burn
😂 Awkward Meet Cute
🌿 Healing Journey
June 1, 2026
Any time you pick up a Pippa Grant book you are guaranteed to be fully invested, whether that be 100 percent obsessed with any man she creates, laugh your ass off or cry like a baby. Maybe all three. Like me 😂
After a wardrobe malfunction on livestream and flashing everyone her literal goods, Cricket escapes to a closed winery with other women who have had similar experiences.
The found family was perfect. I love each and every side character. I’m so glad cricket finally got redemption after all the hell she’s been through. Poor girl 😂
The slow burn was sooo good. I love how both Heath and Cricket needed each other, they leaned on each other the entire time.
One of my favorite rom coms I’ve read in a while. Definitely full of laughs and giggles. Throw in some extra spicy moments and it’s a complete 5 star for me!
Cricket- hilarious, she had me screaming. How she always gets into the most ridiculous situations.
Pip was hands down my favorite character. I would totally kill to be around her chaos on a daily basis.
Heath- totally obsessed with that man. I can’t say a bad thing about him.
Lavender- adorable, her obsession with dragons
Fluffy- so mischievous and always getting into the worst trouble. Or making trouble for everyone.
Huge thank you to Pippa Grant for the arc and alc!
After a wardrobe malfunction on livestream and flashing everyone her literal goods, Cricket escapes to a closed winery with other women who have had similar experiences.
The found family was perfect. I love each and every side character. I’m so glad cricket finally got redemption after all the hell she’s been through. Poor girl 😂
The slow burn was sooo good. I love how both Heath and Cricket needed each other, they leaned on each other the entire time.
One of my favorite rom coms I’ve read in a while. Definitely full of laughs and giggles. Throw in some extra spicy moments and it’s a complete 5 star for me!
Cricket- hilarious, she had me screaming. How she always gets into the most ridiculous situations.
Pip was hands down my favorite character. I would totally kill to be around her chaos on a daily basis.
Heath- totally obsessed with that man. I can’t say a bad thing about him.
Lavender- adorable, her obsession with dragons
Fluffy- so mischievous and always getting into the worst trouble. Or making trouble for everyone.
Huge thank you to Pippa Grant for the arc and alc!
June 16, 2026
ARC/ALC REVIEW
You know that saying about being a fly on the wall … I would give a lot to be “a fly on the wall” inside Pippa Grant’s brain for like 24 hours. My gawd, the things I would experience! Amirite?! The woman’s imagination holds no bounds. Zero. Zilch. She is as unpredictable as she is steadfast and I am here for all of it! Or at least I have been as of late! My relationship with her humour did not start of well many many many moons ago, but she has since converted me into a super fan and again, here for all of it. I say unpredictable and steadfast because she manages to always surprise the heck out of me with the totality of her stories but at the same time, she is steadfast in the greatness of her stories. I used to think you had to be “in the mood” to really appreciate her stories but no, there’s no mood you have to be in because they are perfect for all the moods!
This story was outrageous fun. Like I’m pretty sure there were no moments where I was not at least smiling. It is such a joy to get lost in her words! Her stories are so inventive yet not so far fetched from the real world. Sure, some circumstances could be seen as being “out there” but yeah, no, you can still imagine it happening in real life and that in and of itself makes me giddier!
One aspect of this story that I really enjoyed was how real and relatable the circumstances were in today’s society. The internet is a tricky beast and putting yourself out there can have a double edge to it and this story highlights that very thing really well. It shines a light on the perils of “internet fame” and how easily that house of cards can flip. I was also happy the Heath had his own real life circumstances to navigate although at one point I thought it might have been a bit much LOL The hits kept coming for him and while I do like the realism in that, I think Heath could have used a bit less “realism”, if you feel me! However, when it came to Heath and Cricket and their growth as individuals and as a couple, I liked that they both had a pretty big package to carry, if that makes sense.
I had the opportunity to both read an ARC and listen to an ALC of this story and let me tell you, a good time was had by all doesn’t even begin to describe the mood this story put me in! They landed at the same time, so I did more of a listen rather than a read and honestly the absolute immersive experience I got from listening to this full cast was so epic I couldn’t have stopped listening even if I wanted to! Gregory Salinas was an absolute perfect voice for Heath. I didn’t know what to expect from Kristyna Zaharek because I hadn’t even heard a sample of her work before this and not only did I love her performance as Cricket, but I must stalk her and find other audiobooks she has narrated asap! Rounding off our cast are Stella Hunter & Samantha Brentmoor both powerhouses in their own right! These two ladies are always A++ and together with Gregory & Kristyna they elevated an already very entertaining story to levels I can’t even explain. A good time was had by all I say! If you’re an audio junkie, this is an audiobook you want to invest in! #trust
You know that saying about being a fly on the wall … I would give a lot to be “a fly on the wall” inside Pippa Grant’s brain for like 24 hours. My gawd, the things I would experience! Amirite?! The woman’s imagination holds no bounds. Zero. Zilch. She is as unpredictable as she is steadfast and I am here for all of it! Or at least I have been as of late! My relationship with her humour did not start of well many many many moons ago, but she has since converted me into a super fan and again, here for all of it. I say unpredictable and steadfast because she manages to always surprise the heck out of me with the totality of her stories but at the same time, she is steadfast in the greatness of her stories. I used to think you had to be “in the mood” to really appreciate her stories but no, there’s no mood you have to be in because they are perfect for all the moods!
This story was outrageous fun. Like I’m pretty sure there were no moments where I was not at least smiling. It is such a joy to get lost in her words! Her stories are so inventive yet not so far fetched from the real world. Sure, some circumstances could be seen as being “out there” but yeah, no, you can still imagine it happening in real life and that in and of itself makes me giddier!
One aspect of this story that I really enjoyed was how real and relatable the circumstances were in today’s society. The internet is a tricky beast and putting yourself out there can have a double edge to it and this story highlights that very thing really well. It shines a light on the perils of “internet fame” and how easily that house of cards can flip. I was also happy the Heath had his own real life circumstances to navigate although at one point I thought it might have been a bit much LOL The hits kept coming for him and while I do like the realism in that, I think Heath could have used a bit less “realism”, if you feel me! However, when it came to Heath and Cricket and their growth as individuals and as a couple, I liked that they both had a pretty big package to carry, if that makes sense.
I had the opportunity to both read an ARC and listen to an ALC of this story and let me tell you, a good time was had by all doesn’t even begin to describe the mood this story put me in! They landed at the same time, so I did more of a listen rather than a read and honestly the absolute immersive experience I got from listening to this full cast was so epic I couldn’t have stopped listening even if I wanted to! Gregory Salinas was an absolute perfect voice for Heath. I didn’t know what to expect from Kristyna Zaharek because I hadn’t even heard a sample of her work before this and not only did I love her performance as Cricket, but I must stalk her and find other audiobooks she has narrated asap! Rounding off our cast are Stella Hunter & Samantha Brentmoor both powerhouses in their own right! These two ladies are always A++ and together with Gregory & Kristyna they elevated an already very entertaining story to levels I can’t even explain. A good time was had by all I say! If you’re an audio junkie, this is an audiobook you want to invest in! #trust
June 19, 2026
All the banter and laughs you expect from Pippa Grant, along with an emotional story you didn’t. Found family, accepting yourself, and starting over make this book engaging and such a great read. And PS – I want to live in Lav’s world.
Review of advance copy received from Author
4.25 stars.
Pippa Grant's "You've Got Hate Mail" is surprisingly deep for a book with such a silly-sounding title. I did not expect it to go the way it did, and I mean this in a complementary way! This is a forced proximity, single-dad story featuring a slow-burning romance between the main characters, Cricket (FMC) and Heath (MMC). Cricket has gone viral for the worst possible reason. She has been embarrassed, judged, bullied, and harassed off the internet because of it. She can't cope with the massive amounts of attention coming her way, so she logs off fully and retreats to a remote cabin/commune-type resort to regroup and rest while trying to find a "new normal" post-internet-virality. While there, she meets many different women who have experienced the same infamy via going viral and the ensuing traumas that have come with it. She also meets Heath, the resort's handyman, and his dragon-slayer-obsessed daughter, Lavender. At first, Heath does not like Cricket, but the more time they spend together, the more he realizes he was so, so wrong about her. I cannot recall having read a book quite like this in the past. The premise is very unique, which I wholly appreciate. I really enjoy what Pippa Grant has to say about the nature of being online and the massive, major downsides of going viral, whether you meant to or not. The far-reaching nature of online harassment, especially towards women, is well-documented at this point, but the way Grant brings together women who have been impacted by their worst viral moments is harrowing, intriguing, and downright lovely. The bonds created between the women who have been broken publicly are such a joy to watch unfold, even though the reasons they are all there are awful. Making lemonade out of lemons, I suppose. I also loved watching Heath and Cricket get to know one another as they repair the broken pieces of their lives. They are polar opposites of one another, but they start to rub off on one another as they begin to develop feelings for each other. The slow-burning tension between the two of them is delicious, and I really got a sense of the pining and the yearning between them that was not just physical. I also loved watching Cricket bond with and instantly take to the unique, zany Lavender, where others might not have. Heath's relationship with his daughter is so touching, even though he feels immense amounts of guilt and sadness at times. The banter between all three of these characters is so funny, so well-written, and frequently, so moving! I *loved* the audiobook version of this book. Kristyna Zaharek, Gregory Salinas, Samantha Brentmoor, and Stella Hunter bring these characters to life in special, fun, effective ways. They make this story even better than it is written! They play off of one another well with perfect inflection and diction. READ THIS BOOK ASAP!!
Thank you to Pippa Grant and Love Notes PR for the complimentary ARC and ALC of this book. All opinions are my own. I was not compensated for this review.
Pippa Grant's "You've Got Hate Mail" is surprisingly deep for a book with such a silly-sounding title. I did not expect it to go the way it did, and I mean this in a complementary way! This is a forced proximity, single-dad story featuring a slow-burning romance between the main characters, Cricket (FMC) and Heath (MMC). Cricket has gone viral for the worst possible reason. She has been embarrassed, judged, bullied, and harassed off the internet because of it. She can't cope with the massive amounts of attention coming her way, so she logs off fully and retreats to a remote cabin/commune-type resort to regroup and rest while trying to find a "new normal" post-internet-virality. While there, she meets many different women who have experienced the same infamy via going viral and the ensuing traumas that have come with it. She also meets Heath, the resort's handyman, and his dragon-slayer-obsessed daughter, Lavender. At first, Heath does not like Cricket, but the more time they spend together, the more he realizes he was so, so wrong about her. I cannot recall having read a book quite like this in the past. The premise is very unique, which I wholly appreciate. I really enjoy what Pippa Grant has to say about the nature of being online and the massive, major downsides of going viral, whether you meant to or not. The far-reaching nature of online harassment, especially towards women, is well-documented at this point, but the way Grant brings together women who have been impacted by their worst viral moments is harrowing, intriguing, and downright lovely. The bonds created between the women who have been broken publicly are such a joy to watch unfold, even though the reasons they are all there are awful. Making lemonade out of lemons, I suppose. I also loved watching Heath and Cricket get to know one another as they repair the broken pieces of their lives. They are polar opposites of one another, but they start to rub off on one another as they begin to develop feelings for each other. The slow-burning tension between the two of them is delicious, and I really got a sense of the pining and the yearning between them that was not just physical. I also loved watching Cricket bond with and instantly take to the unique, zany Lavender, where others might not have. Heath's relationship with his daughter is so touching, even though he feels immense amounts of guilt and sadness at times. The banter between all three of these characters is so funny, so well-written, and frequently, so moving! I *loved* the audiobook version of this book. Kristyna Zaharek, Gregory Salinas, Samantha Brentmoor, and Stella Hunter bring these characters to life in special, fun, effective ways. They make this story even better than it is written! They play off of one another well with perfect inflection and diction. READ THIS BOOK ASAP!!
Thank you to Pippa Grant and Love Notes PR for the complimentary ARC and ALC of this book. All opinions are my own. I was not compensated for this review.
June 29, 2026
I found this to be a quite good read with a great underlying storyline and plot. I really enjoyed the main characters, but overall, it was a little disappointing.
At times, the writing felt a bit off and occasionally made it hard to read or stay fully engaged in that part of the story. I also felt like there were a little too many characters introduced all at once. It probably would have been a smoother experience if characters were added over time, especially as the series continues.
At times, the writing felt a bit off and occasionally made it hard to read or stay fully engaged in that part of the story. I also felt like there were a little too many characters introduced all at once. It probably would have been a smoother experience if characters were added over time, especially as the series continues.
June 20, 2026
So bad. There was no chemistry between the MCs. The romance somehow felt both too fast and too slow. The author was trying too hard to make Pip funny. Her character was way over the top ridiculous that she got very annoying pretty quickly.
June 6, 2026
4.5⭐️
One thing is for sure…Pippa Grant will always bring a book with laugh out loud moments & lovable characters! This was no different. However, I was not expecting the emotional depth this brought!
I was absolutely sucked in & loving this audio! Kristyna Ruth Zaharek, Gregory Salinas, with Samantha Brentmoor and Stella Hunter were just fantastic! Had me swooning, laughing, and feeling all the emotions!
This book was a perfect mix of humor & heart. I was laughing & feeling the emotions through this one! I loved Cricket & Heath’s relationship and watching it change & grow! The grief, healing, and learning to trust/open up aspects just added so much depth to this one!
Single dad is always my fave trope & Heath & Lavender were so fun. Lav definitely stole the show & had me laughing!! This book was full of side characters & animals that you can’t help but adore. Pip for sure was a fave & had me cackling!!
If you’re looking for a feel good book with banter, feels, and so much humor & awkward moments, this one is absolutely for you! This grumpy/sunshune, forced proximity, and accidental roommates story made for a fun ride! I highly recommend!
Thank you Pippa Grant & team for this early copy & ALC!
One thing is for sure…Pippa Grant will always bring a book with laugh out loud moments & lovable characters! This was no different. However, I was not expecting the emotional depth this brought!
I was absolutely sucked in & loving this audio! Kristyna Ruth Zaharek, Gregory Salinas, with Samantha Brentmoor and Stella Hunter were just fantastic! Had me swooning, laughing, and feeling all the emotions!
This book was a perfect mix of humor & heart. I was laughing & feeling the emotions through this one! I loved Cricket & Heath’s relationship and watching it change & grow! The grief, healing, and learning to trust/open up aspects just added so much depth to this one!
Single dad is always my fave trope & Heath & Lavender were so fun. Lav definitely stole the show & had me laughing!! This book was full of side characters & animals that you can’t help but adore. Pip for sure was a fave & had me cackling!!
If you’re looking for a feel good book with banter, feels, and so much humor & awkward moments, this one is absolutely for you! This grumpy/sunshune, forced proximity, and accidental roommates story made for a fun ride! I highly recommend!
Thank you Pippa Grant & team for this early copy & ALC!
August 28, 2026
3.5 ⭐️
“You’re the best punch I’ve ever taken,” I tell her.
“You’re the best punch I’ve ever given.”
Cricket leaves everything behind after an unfortunate incident in which she accidentally flashes her vagina to everyone watching live. The backlash is brutal, and she can’t cope with that much hate.
She ends up at a sort of center for people dealing with the fame. The wrong kind of fame, the one that comes with public humiliation, scandal and hate.
There, she meets the other residents, and Heath, the single dad.
The story is pretty interesting and fun. I don't think I've ever read a bout like this one.
In my opinion, PIP is my favorite character, an old nudist lady hard of hearing - or so she prentends to be - who's the funniest.
I liked Heath and Cricket. They were nice to meet and they were cute together.
Heath's story is sad and I love that he found his happy ending with Cricket.
I was a bit lost here and there, there was too much dialogue and too much people, or maybe it was just me who didn't pay enough attention.
Overall, it was a good reading but, yeah it didn't feel more than that.
“You’re the best punch I’ve ever taken,” I tell her.
“You’re the best punch I’ve ever given.”
Cricket leaves everything behind after an unfortunate incident in which she accidentally flashes her vagina to everyone watching live. The backlash is brutal, and she can’t cope with that much hate.
She ends up at a sort of center for people dealing with the fame. The wrong kind of fame, the one that comes with public humiliation, scandal and hate.
There, she meets the other residents, and Heath, the single dad.
The story is pretty interesting and fun. I don't think I've ever read a bout like this one.
In my opinion, PIP is my favorite character, an old nudist lady hard of hearing - or so she prentends to be - who's the funniest.
I liked Heath and Cricket. They were nice to meet and they were cute together.
Heath's story is sad and I love that he found his happy ending with Cricket.
I was a bit lost here and there, there was too much dialogue and too much people, or maybe it was just me who didn't pay enough attention.
Overall, it was a good reading but, yeah it didn't feel more than that.
June 23, 2026
When Cricket goes viral after a wardrobe malfunction on a livestream, she escapes to a closed-down winery, joining other women who have faced their own online embarrassments. On her first night, she meets Heath, the handsome handyman, and accidentally punches him in the eye when he walks in on her in the shower. After another awkward moment, Cricket decides to keep her distance. But when she learns the winery might be foreclosed, she and Heath team up to try to save the place and the family Cricket has grown to care about. As she moves past her viral mishap, Cricket finds herself falling for this patient, compassionate single dad. Can she help save the winery and find love along the way?
I had such a fun time with You’ve Got Hate Mail (I don’t think I’ve ever seen the word beaver used so much in a book). I really liked the idea of people dealing with their viral moments and having a place where women could face the backlash together. The book takes a good look at “cancel culture” and its effects on people. The main characters were wonderful, and I enjoyed watching them grow throughout the story. Cricket not only faced the fallout from her viral livestream, which cost her her home and job, but she also found a family that accepted her for who she is. Heath, on the other hand, learned that he doesn’t have to handle everything by himself. Overall, this was a funny romantic comedy, and I’m looking forward to seeing what happens next for the winery and its quirky characters.
You’ve Got Hate Mail is perfect for readers who enjoy:
Found Family
Forced Proximity
Grumpy X Sunshine
Thank you to Love Notes PR for the opportunity to review You've Got Hate Mail. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I had such a fun time with You’ve Got Hate Mail (I don’t think I’ve ever seen the word beaver used so much in a book). I really liked the idea of people dealing with their viral moments and having a place where women could face the backlash together. The book takes a good look at “cancel culture” and its effects on people. The main characters were wonderful, and I enjoyed watching them grow throughout the story. Cricket not only faced the fallout from her viral livestream, which cost her her home and job, but she also found a family that accepted her for who she is. Heath, on the other hand, learned that he doesn’t have to handle everything by himself. Overall, this was a funny romantic comedy, and I’m looking forward to seeing what happens next for the winery and its quirky characters.
You’ve Got Hate Mail is perfect for readers who enjoy:
Found Family
Forced Proximity
Grumpy X Sunshine
Thank you to Love Notes PR for the opportunity to review You've Got Hate Mail. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
June 16, 2026
Thank you to the author for the gifted copy!
Heath is such an amazing parent and I enjoyed seeing him change his mindset about Cricket. The journey of the women in this story was so inspiring. The supportive community they had formed was genuine and lovely. The audio on this was amazing and the supporting voices put it over the top! The audio was a multicast with Kristina Ruth Zaharek, Gregory Salinas, Samantha Brentmoor, and Stella Hunter
Tropes:
Forced Proximity, Cat Daddy, Single Dad, Hurt/Comfort, Internet Infamous, Found Family
Vibes: understanding, community, and growth
Heath is such an amazing parent and I enjoyed seeing him change his mindset about Cricket. The journey of the women in this story was so inspiring. The supportive community they had formed was genuine and lovely. The audio on this was amazing and the supporting voices put it over the top! The audio was a multicast with Kristina Ruth Zaharek, Gregory Salinas, Samantha Brentmoor, and Stella Hunter
Tropes:
Forced Proximity, Cat Daddy, Single Dad, Hurt/Comfort, Internet Infamous, Found Family
Vibes: understanding, community, and growth
June 19, 2026
I picked this up expecting a quirky Pippa Grant rom-com.
I was NOT expecting it to hit me right in the feelings. 💌
✨ single dad
✨ slow burn
✨ forced proximity
✨ found family
✨ protective hero
✨ opposites attract
✨ small-town winery vibes
Cricket has become internet-famous for all the wrong reasons, and what starts as a funny premise quickly turns into something much deeper. Pippa Grant explores the very real impact of online bullying, public shaming, and viral humiliation in a way that felt surprisingly thoughtful and heartfelt.
One of my favorite parts of this story wasn't even the romance. It was the sisterhood. Watching a group of women who had all experienced their own public disasters come together, support each other, and rebuild their confidence was incredibly moving.
And then there's Heath. 💚
Competent handyman. Devoted single dad. Protective without being overbearing. The kind of hero who quietly shows up when it matters most.
The romance between Heath and Cricket is a true slow burn, built on trust, friendship, healing, and understanding. Their chemistry is there from the beginning, but what really worked for me was how they helped each other put the broken pieces of their lives back together.
Bonus points for Lavender, who absolutely stole every scene she appeared in. 🐉
🎧 Audiobook listeners: this cast was fantastic. Kristyna Zaharek, Gregory Salinas, Samantha Brentmoor, and Stella Hunter brought so much personality, humor, and heart to these characters.
This was funny, emotional, unique, and far more meaningful than I expected going in.
QOTD: What's a book that surprised you by being deeper than you expected?
#YouveGotHateMail #PippaGrant #RomanceBooks #Bookstagram #AudiobookReview
I was NOT expecting it to hit me right in the feelings. 💌
✨ single dad
✨ slow burn
✨ forced proximity
✨ found family
✨ protective hero
✨ opposites attract
✨ small-town winery vibes
Cricket has become internet-famous for all the wrong reasons, and what starts as a funny premise quickly turns into something much deeper. Pippa Grant explores the very real impact of online bullying, public shaming, and viral humiliation in a way that felt surprisingly thoughtful and heartfelt.
One of my favorite parts of this story wasn't even the romance. It was the sisterhood. Watching a group of women who had all experienced their own public disasters come together, support each other, and rebuild their confidence was incredibly moving.
And then there's Heath. 💚
Competent handyman. Devoted single dad. Protective without being overbearing. The kind of hero who quietly shows up when it matters most.
The romance between Heath and Cricket is a true slow burn, built on trust, friendship, healing, and understanding. Their chemistry is there from the beginning, but what really worked for me was how they helped each other put the broken pieces of their lives back together.
Bonus points for Lavender, who absolutely stole every scene she appeared in. 🐉
🎧 Audiobook listeners: this cast was fantastic. Kristyna Zaharek, Gregory Salinas, Samantha Brentmoor, and Stella Hunter brought so much personality, humor, and heart to these characters.
This was funny, emotional, unique, and far more meaningful than I expected going in.
QOTD: What's a book that surprised you by being deeper than you expected?
#YouveGotHateMail #PippaGrant #RomanceBooks #Bookstagram #AudiobookReview
July 8, 2026
Huge found family vibes. Loved all the characters. Loved the little girl and the aunt and the cat. Super cute, great palate cleanser. Definitely want to read about the rest of the characters. Overall good time.
June 18, 2026
Laughed out loud to this book so many times! It would have been 5 stars but I couldn’t stand how fast she said “I love you”.
June 30, 2026
Literally the worst. A bunch of whines assholes, living on a commune. And the deaf aunt with the stupid mishearing of things. It’s literally not funny. It’s the worst.
August 28, 2026
I really liked this one! Pippa Grant is quickly becoming one of my favorite romance authors, right up there with Amy Daws and Meghan Quinn. I love authors who can take the most ridiculous, chaotic scenarios and somehow turn them into stories that are genuinely fun, heartfelt, and completely entertaining.
One of my favorite things about this book was the small-town feel surrounding the winery. I loved the little community that formed there, especially the found family of women who had all experienced their own viral moments and understood the very real stress, embarrassment, and trauma that can come with suddenly becoming internet-famous for all the wrong reasons. Beneath all the humor and ridiculousness, there was actually a lot of heart in this story.
And then there’s Cricket and Heath. I loved watching their relationship develop and seeing their feelings build slowly over time. Their connection felt earned, and I really enjoyed watching them go from an incredibly awkward first meeting to something much deeper. Heath being a patient, protective single dad was also a huge bonus!
There were so many funny moments, but I especially appreciated that the story didn’t rely solely on the humor. There were themes of healing, self-worth, friendship, and learning to let people in that gave the story more emotional depth than I expected.
The audiobook was SO good! The multi cast narration really brought the characters to life, and the different character voices made the whole experience feel almost like watching the story play out. The narration added so much to the humor and the emotional moments, and I would absolutely recommend listening to this one.
If you’re looking for a funny, heartfelt rom-com with found family, a slow-burn romance, a single dad, and plenty of awkward and sweet moments too, definitely add this one to your TBR!
One of my favorite things about this book was the small-town feel surrounding the winery. I loved the little community that formed there, especially the found family of women who had all experienced their own viral moments and understood the very real stress, embarrassment, and trauma that can come with suddenly becoming internet-famous for all the wrong reasons. Beneath all the humor and ridiculousness, there was actually a lot of heart in this story.
And then there’s Cricket and Heath. I loved watching their relationship develop and seeing their feelings build slowly over time. Their connection felt earned, and I really enjoyed watching them go from an incredibly awkward first meeting to something much deeper. Heath being a patient, protective single dad was also a huge bonus!
There were so many funny moments, but I especially appreciated that the story didn’t rely solely on the humor. There were themes of healing, self-worth, friendship, and learning to let people in that gave the story more emotional depth than I expected.
The audiobook was SO good! The multi cast narration really brought the characters to life, and the different character voices made the whole experience feel almost like watching the story play out. The narration added so much to the humor and the emotional moments, and I would absolutely recommend listening to this one.
If you’re looking for a funny, heartfelt rom-com with found family, a slow-burn romance, a single dad, and plenty of awkward and sweet moments too, definitely add this one to your TBR!
June 21, 2026
imposible que un ser humano masculino tenga tanta paciencia e imposible que un ser humano de 6 años hable tan así
pero ademas de los muchos imposibles i really liked it
hay algo en la trope found family que me puede asiq seguramente sea eso
pero ademas de los muchos imposibles i really liked it
hay algo en la trope found family que me puede asiq seguramente sea eso
Did Not Finish
July 5, 2026I only read 47% of the story and just couldn’t make it any further.
This story was about people who ended up kind of taking care of each other at a former winery. The FMC had a viral moment, showing parts of her anatomy that should not be made public. She also had very bad problems with self-worth because of her family.
There’s a single father living there who also has self-worth problems. And because his daughter and the FMC are both chaos magnets. When would think the chaos would be an OK part of the story. Unfortunately I feel like the author got a little carried away with the chaos theme to the point that it was hard to follow the story. There are other characters in the story some we like and some that are just weird and hard to properly appreciate.
This story was about people who ended up kind of taking care of each other at a former winery. The FMC had a viral moment, showing parts of her anatomy that should not be made public. She also had very bad problems with self-worth because of her family.
There’s a single father living there who also has self-worth problems. And because his daughter and the FMC are both chaos magnets. When would think the chaos would be an OK part of the story. Unfortunately I feel like the author got a little carried away with the chaos theme to the point that it was hard to follow the story. There are other characters in the story some we like and some that are just weird and hard to properly appreciate.
June 26, 2026
I just couldnt get into it,i didnt like the fmc.the rest of the characters were ok ,aunt pip had some fun moments but this was a miss for me.
July 25, 2026
definitely gave movie in my head but tried too hard to be funny at times and could’ve been 100 pages shorter
July 2, 2026
This book is terrible and I have no idea how it has over a four star on here. I made it through the first 25% and couldn’t take it anymore. The book talks way too much about why these people went viral on the internet and it seems so stupid. The writing is blah, definitely do not recommend.
August 21, 2026
Cricket Garland's wardrobe malfunction going viral could've been the setup for a book that just wallows in secondhand embarrassment for 300 pages. Instead, Pippa Grant hands her a winery full of women who've all had their own five minutes of fame(internet shame), a broody single-dad handyman she meets by accidentally punching him in the face, and somehow builds one of the most chaotic, lovable found families I've read in a while.
This was also my first white author book in a very very long time, so that might also be the reason why I found this book a little weird...
let's make 2 lists to make things easy!
list #1(what i liked):
• pip
• lavender
• all the ladies(minus heath's mother-in-law)
• ten
• our main couple(ofc)
• the genius cat and hen
Honestly, this list is basically the whole winery cast, and that's the point — the found family here is doing so much heavy lifting. Watching this group of women who've all been publicly humiliated in wildly different ways slowly turn into each other's safety net is the actual heart of this book. Every time aunt pip showed up, I cackled out loud, I love her. Lavender in particular earns a permanent spot in my head, mostly because I am now, apparently, on a personal quest to make her dragon heart sauce and cannot find all the ingredients. And also because, she's the most articulate 6 y/o I've even read about(or seen in real life). A genius cat and hen being on my "liked" list should also tell you everything about how unserious and delightful this book lets itself be, while discussing serious and important topics, such as use of AI to harass women online.
list #2(what i didn't like):
• heath's mother-in-law
• heath(I have some issues with the dude)
• he who should not be named
• cricket's family
• the fact that i don't have all the ingredients to make lav's respisee(recipe) of dragon heart sauce
Heath's mother-in-law earning a spot on both my "would not want to know irl" list and functioning as an actual antagonist in this story says a lot. And Heath — sweet single dad, competent handyman, sexy in theory — still managed to rack up enough issues with me. He was supposedly allegedly a very nice husband, and is a very understanding human being over all. But — pay attention to how I used WAS in the previous sentence— now all I can see is a man being "considerate" for the woman who he met for the first time when she was naked and punched him, and for all the other women in the winery while bitching about how his dead wife who was suffering from postpartum depression was such a thorn in his heart. He knows that cricket is not a cringe pick-me but just insecure in her own skin because of her family, all while clearly knowing that the dead wife he keeps shitting on in front of every woman he knows, was that way because of her parent and their ideologies. what do you mean "I know she was depressed and she had cancer and she had a very difficult pregnancy, but she said I should go back to college so I can earn more".... that's very i-am-sorry-that-you-feel-that-way of him. If we take this issue out, he'll be the perfect guy. Cricket's family was also exactly the kind of family you read a found-family romance to escape from, and you've got a book that's equal parts comfort read and mild rage-read.
verdict: The winery women, Pip, Lavender, Ten(I'm waiting for his book), and that unreasonably intelligent cat-and-hen duo carried this book so hard that even a mother-in-law villain, a frustrating love interest, and a genuinely unlikable bio family couldn't drag it down. Also I need that dragon heart sauce recipe fully stocked in my kitchen before I can say I've truly finished this book.
This was also my first white author book in a very very long time, so that might also be the reason why I found this book a little weird...
let's make 2 lists to make things easy!
list #1(what i liked):
• pip
• lavender
• all the ladies(minus heath's mother-in-law)
• ten
• our main couple(ofc)
• the genius cat and hen
Honestly, this list is basically the whole winery cast, and that's the point — the found family here is doing so much heavy lifting. Watching this group of women who've all been publicly humiliated in wildly different ways slowly turn into each other's safety net is the actual heart of this book. Every time aunt pip showed up, I cackled out loud, I love her. Lavender in particular earns a permanent spot in my head, mostly because I am now, apparently, on a personal quest to make her dragon heart sauce and cannot find all the ingredients. And also because, she's the most articulate 6 y/o I've even read about(or seen in real life). A genius cat and hen being on my "liked" list should also tell you everything about how unserious and delightful this book lets itself be, while discussing serious and important topics, such as use of AI to harass women online.
list #2(what i didn't like):
• heath's mother-in-law
• heath(I have some issues with the dude)
• he who should not be named
• cricket's family
• the fact that i don't have all the ingredients to make lav's respisee(recipe) of dragon heart sauce
Heath's mother-in-law earning a spot on both my "would not want to know irl" list and functioning as an actual antagonist in this story says a lot. And Heath — sweet single dad, competent handyman, sexy in theory — still managed to rack up enough issues with me. He was supposedly allegedly a very nice husband, and is a very understanding human being over all. But — pay attention to how I used WAS in the previous sentence— now all I can see is a man being "considerate" for the woman who he met for the first time when she was naked and punched him, and for all the other women in the winery while bitching about how his dead wife who was suffering from postpartum depression was such a thorn in his heart. He knows that cricket is not a cringe pick-me but just insecure in her own skin because of her family, all while clearly knowing that the dead wife he keeps shitting on in front of every woman he knows, was that way because of her parent and their ideologies. what do you mean "I know she was depressed and she had cancer and she had a very difficult pregnancy, but she said I should go back to college so I can earn more".... that's very i-am-sorry-that-you-feel-that-way of him. If we take this issue out, he'll be the perfect guy. Cricket's family was also exactly the kind of family you read a found-family romance to escape from, and you've got a book that's equal parts comfort read and mild rage-read.
verdict: The winery women, Pip, Lavender, Ten(I'm waiting for his book), and that unreasonably intelligent cat-and-hen duo carried this book so hard that even a mother-in-law villain, a frustrating love interest, and a genuinely unlikable bio family couldn't drag it down. Also I need that dragon heart sauce recipe fully stocked in my kitchen before I can say I've truly finished this book.
August 7, 2026
This is book one in the Accidentally Infamous series, and I had such a good time reading it. Cricket is dealing with the aftermath of a very embarrassing, viral moment online and flees to a closed down winery to heal and escape. I love the idea that this was a safe place for women who have had embarrassing viral moments.
Heath, the handyman, is the only male living there and he meets Cricket in a very funny and memorable way for both of them. He has a six-year-old daughter, Lavender, who is so adorable and stole every scene she was in. Pip, the 85-year-old owner of the winery is a hoot, too.
I love that Heath and Cricket meet each other at just the right time. They become friends and then more. I also loved seeing Cricket bond with Lavender and fight dragons with her. So cute.
Read this if you like:
Dual POV/first person
Memorable meet cute
Opposites Attract
Found family
Single father
Cat dad (and a silly cat, that)
Lovable secondary characters
Forced proximity
Thank you to Ingram Spark Books for the #gifted physical copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Heath, the handyman, is the only male living there and he meets Cricket in a very funny and memorable way for both of them. He has a six-year-old daughter, Lavender, who is so adorable and stole every scene she was in. Pip, the 85-year-old owner of the winery is a hoot, too.
I love that Heath and Cricket meet each other at just the right time. They become friends and then more. I also loved seeing Cricket bond with Lavender and fight dragons with her. So cute.
Read this if you like:
Dual POV/first person
Memorable meet cute
Opposites Attract
Found family
Single father
Cat dad (and a silly cat, that)
Lovable secondary characters
Forced proximity
Thank you to Ingram Spark Books for the #gifted physical copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
July 20, 2026
So funny!!! Aunt Pip totally stole the show, she was so unhinged and repeatedly made me laugh out loud.
Our FMC Cricket just had a super embarrassing wardrobe malfunction while live-streaming. The internet has absolutely draggggged her. So now she's hiding out at a retreat location for women in similar situations.
Our MMC Heath is a widowed, single dad. He's a live-in groundskeeper/handyman at the retreat. And he isn't a big fan of Cricket when she first arrives.
The jokes and shenanigans here are absolute hysterical. I could not stop laughing to myself.
The audio was top-tier, with a full cast. Having a full an talented narrator cast really took this story t the next level and helped add life to each of the different characters.
Tropes:
forced proximity
singled dad
slow burn
laugh out loud funny
dual POV
Our FMC Cricket just had a super embarrassing wardrobe malfunction while live-streaming. The internet has absolutely draggggged her. So now she's hiding out at a retreat location for women in similar situations.
Our MMC Heath is a widowed, single dad. He's a live-in groundskeeper/handyman at the retreat. And he isn't a big fan of Cricket when she first arrives.
The jokes and shenanigans here are absolute hysterical. I could not stop laughing to myself.
The audio was top-tier, with a full cast. Having a full an talented narrator cast really took this story t the next level and helped add life to each of the different characters.
Tropes:
forced proximity
singled dad
slow burn
laugh out loud funny
dual POV
June 6, 2026
Pippa’s books always make me smile and this one didn’t disappoint. This book is truly filled with a solid girl squad. It is a shining example of family is what you make of it not who you’re born into. At the beginning of the book cricket is understandingly broken. Watching her rebuild herself find confidence and find a new path and purpose was absolutely amazing. Heath, while seemingly put together is just as broken and has to find a way to heal in that way to heal his cricket. Lavender Heath’s daughter is so precocious and absolutely a joy to read about and Pip. Well, there’s no words for Pip. You just have to read it and love her and take her for what she is. I honestly can’t wait to read the other women’s stories.
August 7, 2026
There were parts of this book that were funny and several very sweet moments, but there were also a couple of parts that made me feel uncomfortable, which is why I settled on 3 stars for my rating.
Let’s talk first about the good:
the concept is really interesting and strong. I love the idea of a commune of women who have gone viral and need to go off grid and hide for a while. I also liked that this book explored the serious harm that our words can do to others. People are often too cavalier with what they say on the internet, forgetting that there is another person on the other side of the screen. I also liked the way that this group of people created a safe space for each other to heal on their own timeline and in their own way. I liked Cricket and Heath together overall.
Now to what made me uncomfortable:
There was one scene that was supposed to be this big turning point for cricket, a moment where she regained her power and her confidence. It was also supposed to be this moment of tension between the MCs where their feelings for each other kind of reach a boiling point. But it just did not work for me. I felt uncomfortable throughout.
Also, and I’m sorry, I just did not love aunt pip. Her constant mishearing was supposed to be comedic, but I felt like it too often disrupted the flow of dialogue in a way that felt annoying instead of funny. And at the risk of siding with the evil MIL, I also didn’t like that she lived as a “nudist” when there is a 7 year old living here too.
The final thing that didn’t quite work for me is a bit of a spoiler.
Overall it was still an entertaining read with a strong concept. There were just a few parts that didn’t work for me.
I think anyone who loves Meghan Quinn would possibly love this book. It’s a very similar style of romcom to many of Quinn’s more recent hits.
Let’s talk first about the good:
the concept is really interesting and strong. I love the idea of a commune of women who have gone viral and need to go off grid and hide for a while. I also liked that this book explored the serious harm that our words can do to others. People are often too cavalier with what they say on the internet, forgetting that there is another person on the other side of the screen. I also liked the way that this group of people created a safe space for each other to heal on their own timeline and in their own way. I liked Cricket and Heath together overall.
Now to what made me uncomfortable:
There was one scene that was supposed to be this big turning point for cricket, a moment where she regained her power and her confidence. It was also supposed to be this moment of tension between the MCs where their feelings for each other kind of reach a boiling point. But it just did not work for me. I felt uncomfortable throughout.
Also, and I’m sorry, I just did not love aunt pip. Her constant mishearing was supposed to be comedic, but I felt like it too often disrupted the flow of dialogue in a way that felt annoying instead of funny. And at the risk of siding with the evil MIL, I also didn’t like that she lived as a “nudist” when there is a 7 year old living here too.
The final thing that didn’t quite work for me is a bit of a spoiler.
Overall it was still an entertaining read with a strong concept. There were just a few parts that didn’t work for me.
I think anyone who loves Meghan Quinn would possibly love this book. It’s a very similar style of romcom to many of Quinn’s more recent hits.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 11, 2026
audio / 3.5* / libby
“Do you know how easy it is to love you?”
I loved how fitting this was for current times, a home filled with socially evicted misfits. So many laugh out loud moments and the best supporting cat!
A fun quick read
“Do you know how easy it is to love you?”
I loved how fitting this was for current times, a home filled with socially evicted misfits. So many laugh out loud moments and the best supporting cat!
A fun quick read
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