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Fun Love Series #2
Room Service
He's sexy, he's witty, and he always delivers...
I've spent seven nights cooped up in this five star hotel, sleeping on 1000 thread count sheets and working sixteen hours a day. At least room service is covered under my expense account. But all work and no play leaves a girl dateless for her brother's wedding.
Prospects aren't totally bleak, though. Four meals a day, I get to drool over this sexy room service he's got a perfect body, easy smile, and a sense of humor that has me snorting over my personal pizza. He's all that and a bag of chips. Specifically, the jumbo bag of ranch barbecue chips that I ordered for breakfast out of desperation on Day Four.
I finally found the courage to 'accidentally' let my bathrobe slip, and ask him to be my plus one at my brother's wedding. So maybe I had to offer him a little money. So what? There's no way I can face my family, make my ex rue the day he left me, or screw off this work stress without his helping hand.
But what happens when I find myself falling for my fake, paid-for boyfriend? Judging by the comped mozzarella sticks he brought me for breakfast, maybe there's a chance he's falling for me too?
I've spent seven nights cooped up in this five star hotel, sleeping on 1000 thread count sheets and working sixteen hours a day. At least room service is covered under my expense account. But all work and no play leaves a girl dateless for her brother's wedding.
Prospects aren't totally bleak, though. Four meals a day, I get to drool over this sexy room service he's got a perfect body, easy smile, and a sense of humor that has me snorting over my personal pizza. He's all that and a bag of chips. Specifically, the jumbo bag of ranch barbecue chips that I ordered for breakfast out of desperation on Day Four.
I finally found the courage to 'accidentally' let my bathrobe slip, and ask him to be my plus one at my brother's wedding. So maybe I had to offer him a little money. So what? There's no way I can face my family, make my ex rue the day he left me, or screw off this work stress without his helping hand.
But what happens when I find myself falling for my fake, paid-for boyfriend? Judging by the comped mozzarella sticks he brought me for breakfast, maybe there's a chance he's falling for me too?
182 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2016
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December 6, 2016
OMG! LOOOOOVED this book! Which hotel can I find my own Ben at?!
First off, I'm a newbie to Poppy Dunne. So when I read the synopsis for Room Service, I knew I had to read it! And now?...I'm a definite fan! Room Service is full of all the things I love: humor, witty banter, sexual tension, with bits of drama throughout. And HELLO!..."Ben HOT" had me at the first knock on the hotel room door!
The character dynamic was so much fun, and incredibly enjoyable! The progression of Alex and Ben's relationship was perfect. They clicked instantly, which I loved! But as the story further developed, Ben was still a mystery. His character became more intriguing, and made you wonder what he could be hiding from Alex. The story was a mix of sweet and sassy, and flowed effortlessly.
Sexy and exciting, Room Service delivers only the very best of delicious amenities! A highly recommended must read; 5 stars!
*ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.* ~Kelly
First off, I'm a newbie to Poppy Dunne. So when I read the synopsis for Room Service, I knew I had to read it! And now?...I'm a definite fan! Room Service is full of all the things I love: humor, witty banter, sexual tension, with bits of drama throughout. And HELLO!..."Ben HOT" had me at the first knock on the hotel room door!
The character dynamic was so much fun, and incredibly enjoyable! The progression of Alex and Ben's relationship was perfect. They clicked instantly, which I loved! But as the story further developed, Ben was still a mystery. His character became more intriguing, and made you wonder what he could be hiding from Alex. The story was a mix of sweet and sassy, and flowed effortlessly.
Sexy and exciting, Room Service delivers only the very best of delicious amenities! A highly recommended must read; 5 stars!
*ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.* ~Kelly
December 7, 2016
Well, if whatever else Poppy Dunne decides to write is anything like Room Service, you can count me in!
Alex is in town on both business and pleasure. The business? Trying her best to save her job. The pleasure? Going to her brother's wedding, though if you count on her seeing the rest of her family in the process, it's really not much of a "pleasure" after all. Add the fact that her ex-boyfriend will be attending the wedding (since he's related to the bride) and things get a bit more complicated. But seeing the hot room service guy gives her an idea, and soon she puts a plan in motion that is highly entertaining.
I absolutely loved Alex and her awkward quirky-ness. She's witty, sarcastic, and so real. And Ben, the aforementioned sexy room service guy? He's got his own set of admirable qualities - gorgeous, sexy, mysterious, with a great personality, and a heart of gold to go along with it.
If you're looking for a fun, charming read, I'd definitely pick this one up. And I know I'll be keeping a look out for more from this author. You should too!
Alex is in town on both business and pleasure. The business? Trying her best to save her job. The pleasure? Going to her brother's wedding, though if you count on her seeing the rest of her family in the process, it's really not much of a "pleasure" after all. Add the fact that her ex-boyfriend will be attending the wedding (since he's related to the bride) and things get a bit more complicated. But seeing the hot room service guy gives her an idea, and soon she puts a plan in motion that is highly entertaining.
I absolutely loved Alex and her awkward quirky-ness. She's witty, sarcastic, and so real. And Ben, the aforementioned sexy room service guy? He's got his own set of admirable qualities - gorgeous, sexy, mysterious, with a great personality, and a heart of gold to go along with it.
If you're looking for a fun, charming read, I'd definitely pick this one up. And I know I'll be keeping a look out for more from this author. You should too!
December 6, 2016
Being inside of Alex's mind was a ridiculous ride of awesomeness. She was awkward, quirky, clever, witty, hysterical, and incredibly easy to like. Although her narrative ran rampant with self-mockery, she held a quiet sort of confidence. She not only accepted her flaws, she owned them. I couldn't help but admire her character.
Alex came from "old" money and grew up with its oppressive weight and expectations. After a failed relationship, she took off to the other side of the country, determined to make her own way in life. She began to work for the House of Jazz and now needed to find an amazing act to revive it. While doing so and staying in a hotel, she meets Ben, the man who delivered her room service order. After realizing that her ex will be at her brother's wedding, Alex offers Ben $300 to be her date. Let the high jinks and hilarity begin.
This book was sexy and sweet. It also showed Alex take a moment or two to reflect on her own thoughts, actions and expectations, which I appreciated because otherwise I would have been WTF-ing all over the place. This story was not only unique, but it was refreshing and even though this was my first read from Poppy Dunne, I predict that it won't be my last.
Release Date: December 7, 2016
Genre: Contemporary Romance
POV: Heroine - 1st person
Steam: 4
Alex came from "old" money and grew up with its oppressive weight and expectations. After a failed relationship, she took off to the other side of the country, determined to make her own way in life. She began to work for the House of Jazz and now needed to find an amazing act to revive it. While doing so and staying in a hotel, she meets Ben, the man who delivered her room service order. After realizing that her ex will be at her brother's wedding, Alex offers Ben $300 to be her date. Let the high jinks and hilarity begin.
This book was sexy and sweet. It also showed Alex take a moment or two to reflect on her own thoughts, actions and expectations, which I appreciated because otherwise I would have been WTF-ing all over the place. This story was not only unique, but it was refreshing and even though this was my first read from Poppy Dunne, I predict that it won't be my last.
Release Date: December 7, 2016
Genre: Contemporary Romance
POV: Heroine - 1st person
Steam: 4
November 29, 2016
I'm such a sucker for off the cuff romances and Room Service fits the bill. I couldn't put it down. The story is filled with wit, laughs, struggles and a feel-good happy ending.
For Alexandrina (Alex) Harrington the struggle is real. Her brother's wedding is in a few days and she's minus a plus one. Alex is feeling the pressure from her judge-y mother and her ex who will also be attending the wedding. If that isn't enough she also has to find a kick-ass band to revitalize the House of Jazz where she's employed or the club will go under. Her prospects seem bleak until a glimmer of hope arises when her hot room server agrees to be her paid date for the weekend wedding. What Alex hadn't expected was to also fall for Ben Hot the room server extraordinaire, hired date, sex god and provider of great uber-orgasms. Now the question is does he feel the same?
Room Service is wonderfully told in a single POV. I love Alex, her wit, humor and insecurities make her my favorite type of heroine, real. 5 Stars!
For Alexandrina (Alex) Harrington the struggle is real. Her brother's wedding is in a few days and she's minus a plus one. Alex is feeling the pressure from her judge-y mother and her ex who will also be attending the wedding. If that isn't enough she also has to find a kick-ass band to revitalize the House of Jazz where she's employed or the club will go under. Her prospects seem bleak until a glimmer of hope arises when her hot room server agrees to be her paid date for the weekend wedding. What Alex hadn't expected was to also fall for Ben Hot the room server extraordinaire, hired date, sex god and provider of great uber-orgasms. Now the question is does he feel the same?
Room Service is wonderfully told in a single POV. I love Alex, her wit, humor and insecurities make her my favorite type of heroine, real. 5 Stars!
December 23, 2016
***ARC Provided by the Author and Book Enthusiast PR***
This book is a lot of fun. The internal dialog is laugh out loud funny. I adore Alex. She is funny, a little irreverent and willing to do the things she thinks in her head, which makes her an unpredictable heroine.
Ben was amazing. Supportive, fun and willing to do what she needed from him to support her...and this was a lot of fun. I love that he was reliable, that he was on her side, and that he was willing to just be there for Alex because he was attracted to her and felt just a little sorry for what her family was putting her through.
The writing is strong and engaging. The pacing is excellent and you get right into the story...there are no places in the narrative where it feels like it stalls or is moving too quickly, which is great.
This book is light, there is no arguing that...but it is not light on character or emotion. It is the perfect balance of fun, funny, and heartfelt so you feel like you got the full story, with developed characters with a side of incredibly pleasing silliness. Basically, you get exactly what you are promised in the synopsis.
I recommend this book...Room Service, well, it really delivers. (SorryNotSorry for the pun)
This book is a lot of fun. The internal dialog is laugh out loud funny. I adore Alex. She is funny, a little irreverent and willing to do the things she thinks in her head, which makes her an unpredictable heroine.
Ben was amazing. Supportive, fun and willing to do what she needed from him to support her...and this was a lot of fun. I love that he was reliable, that he was on her side, and that he was willing to just be there for Alex because he was attracted to her and felt just a little sorry for what her family was putting her through.
The writing is strong and engaging. The pacing is excellent and you get right into the story...there are no places in the narrative where it feels like it stalls or is moving too quickly, which is great.
This book is light, there is no arguing that...but it is not light on character or emotion. It is the perfect balance of fun, funny, and heartfelt so you feel like you got the full story, with developed characters with a side of incredibly pleasing silliness. Basically, you get exactly what you are promised in the synopsis.
I recommend this book...Room Service, well, it really delivers. (SorryNotSorry for the pun)
December 1, 2016
4.0 "Ben HOT" STARS!!!
Holler!!!
To start with, I might use Poppy Dunne's line to describe the book I just finished reading. "I think my sanity might snap considering it." Not in a bad way but in a good way!
I am a sucker for romantic comedy books but Room Service by Poppy Dunne is something I never expected. The book/story tested my sanity all throughout my journey with Ben and Alex. My God. These two are like two opposite poles the attraction was just too strong. And please don't let me started why I said my sanity was at stake because frankly, only dark romance and gritty, filthy subject matters tested my sanity. But this...Hands down!
Never in my entire existence I have thought of thinking something on "room service boys" but because of this book, I am changing that stat! I may be looking from now on My Own Hot Ben.
What started as room service turned proposition for a date at three hundred bucks turned to something so interesting and scorching you may want a cold shower. And then feelings got involved but not in the cheesiest way thank God! And you really cannot blame the woman. Hot Ben opened up the carefree, the bold, the beguiling woman that she is. Family messed up or not.
Seriously, the book really is good. And I am telling this because I feel it so unique to read. This is romcom I know, but this is the kind of story you wanted to stop reading but then you just can't because you are held captive and you are so curious and you're loving it. It may be short but it was condensed in away that will leave satisfaction and contentment to readers. The characters, I have nothing to say. They are unforgettable because they have this strong chemistry and right from the start you can feel deep connection with them. And it's not so hard to love them. The inner dialogues are so damn funny and the scenes with family were so insane. And who in their right minds can forget the "incredible finger dexterity" of Ben?That taxi scene were just so PERFECT!Add up that scene in the game room and I am a goner.Hoot!!! Way to make a sex scene Poppy because you definitely nailed it.
But more than that is the fact that the book even a lighthearted one delivered a one beautiful story that depicts forgiveness. And that's one of the reasons why I love this story. As Ben put it, "Be quick to forgive. Forgive yourself. Forgive your partner. And forgive others. But only if they’re willing to own up to their own mistakes.”
Kudos Poppy Dunne! Truly, Ben Always Delivers.
Graphics used from author's fb page.
Holler!!!
To start with, I might use Poppy Dunne's line to describe the book I just finished reading. "I think my sanity might snap considering it." Not in a bad way but in a good way!
I am a sucker for romantic comedy books but Room Service by Poppy Dunne is something I never expected. The book/story tested my sanity all throughout my journey with Ben and Alex. My God. These two are like two opposite poles the attraction was just too strong. And please don't let me started why I said my sanity was at stake because frankly, only dark romance and gritty, filthy subject matters tested my sanity. But this...Hands down!
Never in my entire existence I have thought of thinking something on "room service boys" but because of this book, I am changing that stat! I may be looking from now on My Own Hot Ben.
What red-blooded woman doesn’t have a fantasy of opening her door to find a gorgeous man carrying a tray of food? Delicious, delicious food, served on a silver tray, with tousled sandy blond hair and snapping blue eyes? That’s the man I’m describing, not the tray. And the man’s delicious in his own way, too.
What started as room service turned proposition for a date at three hundred bucks turned to something so interesting and scorching you may want a cold shower. And then feelings got involved but not in the cheesiest way thank God! And you really cannot blame the woman. Hot Ben opened up the carefree, the bold, the beguiling woman that she is. Family messed up or not.
Seriously, the book really is good. And I am telling this because I feel it so unique to read. This is romcom I know, but this is the kind of story you wanted to stop reading but then you just can't because you are held captive and you are so curious and you're loving it. It may be short but it was condensed in away that will leave satisfaction and contentment to readers. The characters, I have nothing to say. They are unforgettable because they have this strong chemistry and right from the start you can feel deep connection with them. And it's not so hard to love them. The inner dialogues are so damn funny and the scenes with family were so insane. And who in their right minds can forget the "incredible finger dexterity" of Ben?That taxi scene were just so PERFECT!Add up that scene in the game room and I am a goner.Hoot!!! Way to make a sex scene Poppy because you definitely nailed it.
But more than that is the fact that the book even a lighthearted one delivered a one beautiful story that depicts forgiveness. And that's one of the reasons why I love this story. As Ben put it, "Be quick to forgive. Forgive yourself. Forgive your partner. And forgive others. But only if they’re willing to own up to their own mistakes.”
Kudos Poppy Dunne! Truly, Ben Always Delivers.
Graphics used from author's fb page.
December 18, 2018
It was ok, but I didn’t find it very funny :-(
The plot itself had a potential, but I didn’t feel any chemistry/connection/lust/love /etc. between the MCs.
Male POV was missing. The heroine was sarcastic and “funny”, but I saw her more as an unsure vulnerable woman. The hero was a good guy.
Safety note:
The epilogue was a bit crazy?..
But maybe you will like it better!
The plot itself had a potential, but I didn’t feel any chemistry/connection/lust/love /etc. between the MCs.
Male POV was missing. The heroine was sarcastic and “funny”, but I saw her more as an unsure vulnerable woman. The hero was a good guy.
Safety note:
The epilogue was a bit crazy?..
But maybe you will like it better!
January 2, 2017
First book by Poppy Dunne and it definitely won't be the last. Think if it as having the multiple laugh out loud moments of Rachel Van Dyken but also with some seriously hot, descriptive sex scenes (This was the first funny romance I'd read that ALSO had the steamy sex; usually it's one or the other so that was a pleasant surprise.) I'd never heard of her until I got an email from Elle Kennedy (not to me personally but to her subscribers) recommended get this book. MAN I laughed out loud SO many times!!! As far as I can see this is the author's one and only book which made me pout a little bit only because I want more!!
Minus 1 star just for petty Orange peeves:
-Wished it was dual POV.
-Wished certain asshole characters (the mom and most of the h's family)
-The H's 'secret' was fairly predictable and the h
Safety Gang:
(I don't feel like hiding each category separately, sorry lol)
If there are any other questions, feel free to ask! It's a lighthearted and truly funny read. Definitely recommend and I can't wait for more from this author :)
Minus 1 star just for petty Orange peeves:
-Wished it was dual POV.
-Wished certain asshole characters (the mom and most of the h's family)
-The H's 'secret' was fairly predictable and the h
Safety Gang:
(I don't feel like hiding each category separately, sorry lol)
If there are any other questions, feel free to ask! It's a lighthearted and truly funny read. Definitely recommend and I can't wait for more from this author :)
December 7, 2016
Room Service started off with a bang, and I really enjoyed the first couple of chapters, however beyond that point there were parts of the story which failed to hold my interest. To me it felt like a lot of the story was bogged down with unneeded description - from the hotels, to Central Park to what the snow lined path looked like when Alex went on the horse ride in Central Park.
Ben…where do I start with “Ben HOT” he was an amazing character and the highlight of the book for me. He’s the kind of book boyfriend that we all wish we could have in real life!
The fake relationship between Alex and Ben was something that I really enjoyed, there was definite chemistry between the two and that was evident every time they saw each other. The relationship progressed quite quickly, because of the time frame in the book, but it still never felt rushed or forced to me.
I really enjoyed Alex’s snarky voice and some of the thoughts she had and the things that came out of her mouth had me laughing out loud! But, there were times when her ranting did get too much, and for me it went past being funny and almost a little silly. Luckily in those times, Ben usually knew just the right thing to say or do to calm her down. ~ Tamara, 3 stars
Ben…where do I start with “Ben HOT” he was an amazing character and the highlight of the book for me. He’s the kind of book boyfriend that we all wish we could have in real life!
The fake relationship between Alex and Ben was something that I really enjoyed, there was definite chemistry between the two and that was evident every time they saw each other. The relationship progressed quite quickly, because of the time frame in the book, but it still never felt rushed or forced to me.
I really enjoyed Alex’s snarky voice and some of the thoughts she had and the things that came out of her mouth had me laughing out loud! But, there were times when her ranting did get too much, and for me it went past being funny and almost a little silly. Luckily in those times, Ben usually knew just the right thing to say or do to calm her down. ~ Tamara, 3 stars
December 22, 2016
***FULL REVIEW***
3 CUTE CROWNS
Poppy Dunne's Room Service follows the story of a Alex, the somewhat outcast of her family, as she navigates the wedding of her much beloved brother. In order to get through seeing her ex again, she enlists the help of the waiter who brings her dinner to her room. Once they come to an agreement, hi-jinks and fun ensue.
The heroine Alex is such an off-beat character. She is quirky and accepting of others and has a voracious appetite, literally. She walks the line of being concerned about what others think and embracing who she is. With the help of the hero, she learns to embrace who she is and stands up for what she wants and deserves.
The hero Ben is incredibly attractive and has an insane knack for reading people and giving them what they want, and he does this with Alex. He is able to provide her with what he needs physically as well as emotionally in order to help her grow and develop as a character.
The plot of this story is cute and fun. Readers will see encounters with exes, crazy secondary characters, outlandish family members, and so much more. On top of the antics, readers get to see a woman come into her own and become proud of who she is. The plot, however, does follow a pretty standard story line, and there are no real surprises for the reader.
Room Service is a fun and quick read. It is entertaining, light-hearted, and will provide the reader with many laughs. It is definitely worth checking out.
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ARC received in exchange for an honest review.
For more reviews and other book news, check out Musings of the Modern Belle at www.modernbellebooks.com.
3 CUTE CROWNS
Poppy Dunne's Room Service follows the story of a Alex, the somewhat outcast of her family, as she navigates the wedding of her much beloved brother. In order to get through seeing her ex again, she enlists the help of the waiter who brings her dinner to her room. Once they come to an agreement, hi-jinks and fun ensue.
The heroine Alex is such an off-beat character. She is quirky and accepting of others and has a voracious appetite, literally. She walks the line of being concerned about what others think and embracing who she is. With the help of the hero, she learns to embrace who she is and stands up for what she wants and deserves.
The hero Ben is incredibly attractive and has an insane knack for reading people and giving them what they want, and he does this with Alex. He is able to provide her with what he needs physically as well as emotionally in order to help her grow and develop as a character.
The plot of this story is cute and fun. Readers will see encounters with exes, crazy secondary characters, outlandish family members, and so much more. On top of the antics, readers get to see a woman come into her own and become proud of who she is. The plot, however, does follow a pretty standard story line, and there are no real surprises for the reader.
Room Service is a fun and quick read. It is entertaining, light-hearted, and will provide the reader with many laughs. It is definitely worth checking out.
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ARC received in exchange for an honest review.
For more reviews and other book news, check out Musings of the Modern Belle at www.modernbellebooks.com.
December 22, 2016
A kategóriájában szuper. Persze nem kell csavaros történetre számítani, sőt minimum agymunkával megsaccolhatók a történések, de kit izgat, amikor a szereplők három dimenziósak, az érzelmek megélhetők, és az általam kedvelt szarkasztikus humorral van tele a könyv.
Ahogy a fülszöveg is írja, hősnőnknek egyedül kellene megjelennie az öccse esküvőjén, ami anya szerint nagy blamázs, különösen, hogy az expasija is ott lesz. Erre hirtelen felindulásból felkéri kísérőnek a srácot, aki a kaját szolgállja fel a szállodai szobájában.
Ami vicces, az a sznob család, akik bármilyen idióták is, azért szerethetők.
Kikapcsolódásnak nagyon is ajánlom.
Ahogy a fülszöveg is írja, hősnőnknek egyedül kellene megjelennie az öccse esküvőjén, ami anya szerint nagy blamázs, különösen, hogy az expasija is ott lesz. Erre hirtelen felindulásból felkéri kísérőnek a srácot, aki a kaját szolgállja fel a szállodai szobájában.
Ami vicces, az a sznob család, akik bármilyen idióták is, azért szerethetők.
Kikapcsolódásnak nagyon is ajánlom.
February 24, 2017
Money Isn't Everything
What do you do when you have to attend your brothers wedding and you know your ex boyfriend will be there?
Hire someone to be your new boyfriend and go with you!
It just isn't as easy as it sounds though, because with every relationship, honesty is the key.
This is a fun rom com with strong leads that are bound to make you laugh and swoon. I also loved the authors note. Room Service will never be the same for me.
What do you do when you have to attend your brothers wedding and you know your ex boyfriend will be there?
Hire someone to be your new boyfriend and go with you!
It just isn't as easy as it sounds though, because with every relationship, honesty is the key.
This is a fun rom com with strong leads that are bound to make you laugh and swoon. I also loved the authors note. Room Service will never be the same for me.
April 8, 2017
It took me longer than I'd like to admit to read this (only due to time constraints, though, not desire), but man am I so glad I finally got a chance. This book made me laugh, like seriously laugh out loud, and it made me hot and bothered all at the same time. Room Service is such a great read. If you haven't one-clicked this one yet, do it now. You won't regret it. I promise.
February 22, 2017
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Blurb:
He's sexy, he's witty, and he always delivers...
I've spent seven nights cooped up in this five star hotel, sleeping on 1000 thread count sheets and working sixteen hours a day. At least room service is covered under my expense account. But all work and no play leaves a girl dateless for her brother's wedding.
Prospects aren't totally bleak, though. Four meals a day, I get to drool over this sexy room service guy: he's got a perfect body, easy smile, and a sense of humor that has me snorting over my personal pizza. He's all that and a bag of chips. Specifically, the jumbo bag of ranch barbecue chips that I ordered for breakfast out of desperation on Day Four.
I finally found the courage to 'accidentally' let my bathrobe slip, and ask him to be my plus one at my brother's wedding. So maybe I had to offer him a little money. So what? There's no way I can face my family, make my ex rue the day he left me, or screw off this work stress without his helping hand.
But what happens when I find myself falling for my fake, paid-for boyfriend? Judging by the comped mozzarella sticks he brought me for breakfast, maybe there's a chance he's falling for me too?
Blurb:
He's sexy, he's witty, and he always delivers...
I've spent seven nights cooped up in this five star hotel, sleeping on 1000 thread count sheets and working sixteen hours a day. At least room service is covered under my expense account. But all work and no play leaves a girl dateless for her brother's wedding.
Prospects aren't totally bleak, though. Four meals a day, I get to drool over this sexy room service guy: he's got a perfect body, easy smile, and a sense of humor that has me snorting over my personal pizza. He's all that and a bag of chips. Specifically, the jumbo bag of ranch barbecue chips that I ordered for breakfast out of desperation on Day Four.
I finally found the courage to 'accidentally' let my bathrobe slip, and ask him to be my plus one at my brother's wedding. So maybe I had to offer him a little money. So what? There's no way I can face my family, make my ex rue the day he left me, or screw off this work stress without his helping hand.
But what happens when I find myself falling for my fake, paid-for boyfriend? Judging by the comped mozzarella sticks he brought me for breakfast, maybe there's a chance he's falling for me too?
May 31, 2017
4 1/2 stars!
I received an advanced copy of this book with the promise of an honest review.
Alex is in NYC for business and for her brother's wedding. As much as she loves and adores her brother and future sister in law, the rest of her family and her douchey ex boyfriend who also happens to be the bride's cousin are about to make the wedding weekend miserable. Luckily for Alex the man delivering her room service, Ben, is gorgeous and is free to be her boyfriend for the weekend. What could go wrong?
Turns out the answer to that question is not that much. Sure there are some speed bumps along the way thanks to her crazy, god awful family and super creepy ex boyfriend, but it turns out that Ben is a wonderful person and the chemistry between Alex and Ben is not only HOT, but playful.
Gah! I loved these two so much. They may not have known each other very well, but they got along like gangbusters. Then they took the time to get to know the other person and found out that they actually liked each other. Ben not only played the role she needed him to play, but he also became a friend to Alex. And so much more than that.
This book was HILARIOUS. I started laughing in the first chapter and continued throughout the whole book. Her ridiculous family made me laugh, but also very thankful that I don't know anyone like that. While Alex herself is full of the comedy, there are plenty of delightful secondary characters that had me laughing and thankful that she had them to help get through the terrible weekend. And of course having been Ben there helped too. ;-)
I'm glad I took a chance on a new author. I look forward to reading future books from Poppy!
I received an advanced copy of this book with the promise of an honest review.
Alex is in NYC for business and for her brother's wedding. As much as she loves and adores her brother and future sister in law, the rest of her family and her douchey ex boyfriend who also happens to be the bride's cousin are about to make the wedding weekend miserable. Luckily for Alex the man delivering her room service, Ben, is gorgeous and is free to be her boyfriend for the weekend. What could go wrong?
Turns out the answer to that question is not that much. Sure there are some speed bumps along the way thanks to her crazy, god awful family and super creepy ex boyfriend, but it turns out that Ben is a wonderful person and the chemistry between Alex and Ben is not only HOT, but playful.
“Ben,” I gasp, crying his name over and over as I ride him to my climax.
My body seems to fracture under the weight of the orgasm. I drag my nails down his shoulders as I moan, losing control of his name, my name, the whole goddamn English language as I come. The room goes upside down, the picture exploding as I come longer—and louder—than I ever have before. Ben throws me backward onto the bed, and with a last few thrusts, cries out as he finishes. Then we’re lying there, both of us panting for breath.
Jesus, even though he’s big enough to be crushing me, under Ben Williams is exactly where I want to be right now.
Eventually, we disentangle ourselves and lie back in bed, the sheets twisted and twined around us. Nothing beats looking out at a hazy, wintry New York City skyline when you’ve been freshly banged and are hovering on a cloud of good endorphins.
“How do you feel?” I ask Ben.
He waves his hand—so-so. But he also grins, the enormous, sexy asshole that he is. I swat at him and steal a kiss.
“I think that was good calisthenics.” His eyes scan down my body. “You’ve got to work off those mozzarella sticks somehow.”
“Oh?” I prop myself up on an elbow. “You want to be my personal trainer now?”
“Personal trainer. Room server extraordinaire. Hired date. Sex god.” He ticks all the titles off on his fingers. “Yeah, I’ll add one more position to the list.”
About five good ‘position’jokes get into a car jam in my head, so I have to move on. Can’t pick just one.
“Think you’ll be up for another training session soon?” I ask, kissing down his body. And by ‘up,’I of course mean…well, hello. Something’s stirring already down south.
Ben drags me down and rolls on top of me. Yeah, he’s really ready already.
“I haven’t been like this since high school,” he says, kissing my jawline.
“If I made a room service joke right now, would it kill your hard on?” I ask. He stops and ponders.
“I went a little half mast at the thought,” he admits. Another pause. “But it’s back. Keep going.”
So I get service again. With a smile.
Gah! I loved these two so much. They may not have known each other very well, but they got along like gangbusters. Then they took the time to get to know the other person and found out that they actually liked each other. Ben not only played the role she needed him to play, but he also became a friend to Alex. And so much more than that.
This book was HILARIOUS. I started laughing in the first chapter and continued throughout the whole book. Her ridiculous family made me laugh, but also very thankful that I don't know anyone like that. While Alex herself is full of the comedy, there are plenty of delightful secondary characters that had me laughing and thankful that she had them to help get through the terrible weekend. And of course having been Ben there helped too. ;-)
I'm glad I took a chance on a new author. I look forward to reading future books from Poppy!
March 20, 2017
Room Service is Poppy Dunne's debut into the writing world and I have to say she has gained another fan, I will be looking for more of her work in the future. Room Service is a quick, witty, sweet, sexy read. I enjoyed the banter between the characters and the lighthearted storyline.
I really enjoyed Alex's character. The story is told from her point of view along with plenty of her crazy internal dialog that will have you laughing out loud in spots. She grew up in a family full of wealth and privilege, now she works on the west coast but has found herself in New York, back home for her brothers wedding. Without a plus one for the wedding, Alex makes a snap decision that involves the hotel waitstaff that is currently standing in her room. Ben has just become her plus one, the one to help her save face and prove that she can find a boyfriend after the awful dumping she took a year ago from Todd.
Ben, hotel waitstaff and mystery man. Ben just happens to be at the right place, at the right time and for a small fee will help Alex out of the mess she has found herself in. I LOVED Ben!!!! He is sweet, sexy, spontaneous and a force to be reckoned with. He is also a bit of a mystery. I loved that I was left questioning who this man was and what was he about. Ben comes from a financially lower class than Alex, but seems to be very grounded and know what it means to work hard for what you want in life. I love the way he connected with Alex and how sweet and thoughtful he was with her. And man oh man could he deliver in the bedroom, backseat of the Uber, the game room, you name it. Ben is HAWT!!!
Can two people thrown together for just a weekend, spark a connection that will last more than those few days? Can a relationship built on a lie and a few hundred dollars develop into something real and meaningful? Grab your copy of Room Service and be whisked away by Alex and Ben's story. What a quick, sweet, fun, sexy read that just hits that right spot!
4 Adorkable Stars
I really enjoyed Alex's character. The story is told from her point of view along with plenty of her crazy internal dialog that will have you laughing out loud in spots. She grew up in a family full of wealth and privilege, now she works on the west coast but has found herself in New York, back home for her brothers wedding. Without a plus one for the wedding, Alex makes a snap decision that involves the hotel waitstaff that is currently standing in her room. Ben has just become her plus one, the one to help her save face and prove that she can find a boyfriend after the awful dumping she took a year ago from Todd.
Ben, hotel waitstaff and mystery man. Ben just happens to be at the right place, at the right time and for a small fee will help Alex out of the mess she has found herself in. I LOVED Ben!!!! He is sweet, sexy, spontaneous and a force to be reckoned with. He is also a bit of a mystery. I loved that I was left questioning who this man was and what was he about. Ben comes from a financially lower class than Alex, but seems to be very grounded and know what it means to work hard for what you want in life. I love the way he connected with Alex and how sweet and thoughtful he was with her. And man oh man could he deliver in the bedroom, backseat of the Uber, the game room, you name it. Ben is HAWT!!!
Can two people thrown together for just a weekend, spark a connection that will last more than those few days? Can a relationship built on a lie and a few hundred dollars develop into something real and meaningful? Grab your copy of Room Service and be whisked away by Alex and Ben's story. What a quick, sweet, fun, sexy read that just hits that right spot!
4 Adorkable Stars
December 15, 2016
This is Poppy Dunne’s debut novel and I thought it was well written. I have to be honest and say that for the most part the story is one that we have read before, with just a few new things sprinkled into it. However, that didn’t keep me from enjoying it.
Alex is very dedicated to her work and has been called a work-a-holic from her past relationships. She’s good at what she does but in her line of business, she must work harder than ever to keep up with the new technology that dampers her success. She’s been living out of a hotel for while now and spends her days working and ordering room service. She’s had her eye on one particular waiter and when he’s delivering her food at a time when she get’s news about her ex being at a wedding, this spiral and he becomes her date. Will this be exactly what it sounds like? A date for hire and they part ways. Or will sparks continue to fly between the two and something more evolve?
Here’s the thing. A lot of times, the story was predictable but I surprisingly found that OK. This is a very quick read that is pretty much light-hearted. You’ve got your anti-hero in the ex boyfriend and some fun, quirky friends to go along with it.
What really stole the show was Ben. “Ben HOT.” He was just so likable and for the most part he put everything out there for Alex to know. He went after what he wanted and made sure that Alex felt cared for and was happy. There’s just something about how sweet and caring that he was that you just can’t help but root for him and want more of him.
Overall, I enjoyed this quick read. If you are looking for a light story of a hired date turning into the real dream, then this is the book for you.
*ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review*
Alex is very dedicated to her work and has been called a work-a-holic from her past relationships. She’s good at what she does but in her line of business, she must work harder than ever to keep up with the new technology that dampers her success. She’s been living out of a hotel for while now and spends her days working and ordering room service. She’s had her eye on one particular waiter and when he’s delivering her food at a time when she get’s news about her ex being at a wedding, this spiral and he becomes her date. Will this be exactly what it sounds like? A date for hire and they part ways. Or will sparks continue to fly between the two and something more evolve?
Here’s the thing. A lot of times, the story was predictable but I surprisingly found that OK. This is a very quick read that is pretty much light-hearted. You’ve got your anti-hero in the ex boyfriend and some fun, quirky friends to go along with it.
What really stole the show was Ben. “Ben HOT.” He was just so likable and for the most part he put everything out there for Alex to know. He went after what he wanted and made sure that Alex felt cared for and was happy. There’s just something about how sweet and caring that he was that you just can’t help but root for him and want more of him.
Overall, I enjoyed this quick read. If you are looking for a light story of a hired date turning into the real dream, then this is the book for you.
*ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review*
December 6, 2016
Room Service by Poppy Dunne
This book was an absolute delight to read from start to end. The smile never left my face and I had the warm and fuzzies throughout.
We first meet the ridiculously funny Alexandrina in her hotel room where she's ordered a mountain of food from room service while simultaneously trying to save the company she works for. When she answers a call from her mother and learns that her ex will be attending her brothers wedding over the weekend, she advises that she'll be attending the wedding with a plus-one. Her new boyfriend Ben. Ben, who just moments earlier delivered her room service order and hadn't laid eyes on her before.
Seriously, I loved this book so much. It was a fantastic romcom and honestly one I can't wait to read again. Ben is such an amazing guy. He took on the pretend boyfriend role with remarkable enthusiasm and true dedication. He was sweet and sexy and boy, did he know how to deliver (food. I'm talking about food!)! Loved him. Alex was just as awesome. Fierce, fiesty, and fucking hilarious. Her inner ramblings had me in fits of laughter and I could have happily kept on reading.
In case you didn't get the message, I really loved this book! Absolutely recommend and cannot wait to read more from this author.
*arc received in exchange for honest review.
**Reviewed by Melinda from Joandisalovebooks Blog.
This book was an absolute delight to read from start to end. The smile never left my face and I had the warm and fuzzies throughout.
We first meet the ridiculously funny Alexandrina in her hotel room where she's ordered a mountain of food from room service while simultaneously trying to save the company she works for. When she answers a call from her mother and learns that her ex will be attending her brothers wedding over the weekend, she advises that she'll be attending the wedding with a plus-one. Her new boyfriend Ben. Ben, who just moments earlier delivered her room service order and hadn't laid eyes on her before.
Seriously, I loved this book so much. It was a fantastic romcom and honestly one I can't wait to read again. Ben is such an amazing guy. He took on the pretend boyfriend role with remarkable enthusiasm and true dedication. He was sweet and sexy and boy, did he know how to deliver (food. I'm talking about food!)! Loved him. Alex was just as awesome. Fierce, fiesty, and fucking hilarious. Her inner ramblings had me in fits of laughter and I could have happily kept on reading.
In case you didn't get the message, I really loved this book! Absolutely recommend and cannot wait to read more from this author.
*arc received in exchange for honest review.
**Reviewed by Melinda from Joandisalovebooks Blog.
December 7, 2016
4.5 Stars
I swear that I can't remember how long it's been since I read a book that made me laugh as much as this book did.
I absolutely loved Alex and how quick-witted and easy-going she was. Admittedly, sometimes Alex's inner monologue was a bit over the top, but that was a huge part of her charm.
Ben was sweet and as quick-witted as Alex but he definitely turned up the sexiness level of their interactions.
The two of them working together to exact revenge on her ex and to lessen the judgements of her mother made for a pretty interesting weekend but the best times were when they were alone getting to know each other. Their relationship moved sort of quickly considering the book takes place over a few days but, at the same time, it felt like just enough time for it to develop in a realistic manner.
It's sort of hard to believe this was a debut novel because the writing was so good. If this is just the beginning of Poppy Dunne's writing career I suspect we have a lot of great story-telling to look forward to from her.
If you enjoy a laugh out loud, sweet, fun romance with just a touch of conflict and the perfect amount of heat, you'll want to pick this book up ASAP.
*I received an advanced copy from the author for voluntary review
I swear that I can't remember how long it's been since I read a book that made me laugh as much as this book did.
I absolutely loved Alex and how quick-witted and easy-going she was. Admittedly, sometimes Alex's inner monologue was a bit over the top, but that was a huge part of her charm.
Ben was sweet and as quick-witted as Alex but he definitely turned up the sexiness level of their interactions.
The two of them working together to exact revenge on her ex and to lessen the judgements of her mother made for a pretty interesting weekend but the best times were when they were alone getting to know each other. Their relationship moved sort of quickly considering the book takes place over a few days but, at the same time, it felt like just enough time for it to develop in a realistic manner.
It's sort of hard to believe this was a debut novel because the writing was so good. If this is just the beginning of Poppy Dunne's writing career I suspect we have a lot of great story-telling to look forward to from her.
If you enjoy a laugh out loud, sweet, fun romance with just a touch of conflict and the perfect amount of heat, you'll want to pick this book up ASAP.
*I received an advanced copy from the author for voluntary review
December 7, 2016
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Room Service was a fun, sexy and fast paced book that had me laughing, snorting and overall just really enjoying the entire book. I could totally connect with Alex, I think all of us have issues with our family in one way, shape or form and her thoughts about them were hilarious at times but also sort of sad that they made her feel that way. Ben may have started off as her hired date but watching them morph into more was entertaining to say the least. Even when something happens you can’t fault Ben, but at the same time you can’t be mad at Alex either because you can see both sides of it.
The secondary characters, even the ones you want to throat punch, added that needed extra layer of development. I loved Katie and Rollie the most, Katie seems like how I would be. I loved her attempt at rebellion and her attitude.
Room Service is the one you should read when you want a good laugh with an added side of sexiness. This one needs to be on your TBR lists for sure.
*ARC*
Room Service was a fun, sexy and fast paced book that had me laughing, snorting and overall just really enjoying the entire book. I could totally connect with Alex, I think all of us have issues with our family in one way, shape or form and her thoughts about them were hilarious at times but also sort of sad that they made her feel that way. Ben may have started off as her hired date but watching them morph into more was entertaining to say the least. Even when something happens you can’t fault Ben, but at the same time you can’t be mad at Alex either because you can see both sides of it.
The secondary characters, even the ones you want to throat punch, added that needed extra layer of development. I loved Katie and Rollie the most, Katie seems like how I would be. I loved her attempt at rebellion and her attitude.
Room Service is the one you should read when you want a good laugh with an added side of sexiness. This one needs to be on your TBR lists for sure.
December 30, 2016
Probably, I would rate this a solid 3.5 stars if I had the ability.
All in all, it's a super cute romance about a chance meeting turning into a wedding date, which turned into a HEA. A bunch of other stuff happened in between all of that to make for a bit more complicated story.
Where it fell flat for me was the narration. I love first person, but being inside Alex's head was a tad scary. She was so scattered that she was at times hard to follow. I know the author was intending for her thoughts to be humorous, and most of them were, but jeez, over-the-top silliness was probably more accurate. It's hard to take a heroine seriously if she seems to try too hard to make as many only-sometimes-funny jokes as she did.
I did love Ben though. He seemed perfect for Alex.
It was a quick and easy read once I figured out how to follow her internal musings.
All in all, it's a super cute romance about a chance meeting turning into a wedding date, which turned into a HEA. A bunch of other stuff happened in between all of that to make for a bit more complicated story.
Where it fell flat for me was the narration. I love first person, but being inside Alex's head was a tad scary. She was so scattered that she was at times hard to follow. I know the author was intending for her thoughts to be humorous, and most of them were, but jeez, over-the-top silliness was probably more accurate. It's hard to take a heroine seriously if she seems to try too hard to make as many only-sometimes-funny jokes as she did.
I did love Ben though. He seemed perfect for Alex.
It was a quick and easy read once I figured out how to follow her internal musings.
December 20, 2016
OMG! This book was SUPER FUN!!! Hilarious and sexy!! The kind of book that makes you want to order room service just to see if you get that kind of service! Love this book SO much! This is the first book from this author that I have read and I have to tell you, I can't wait to read another one! HOT, and wonderfully written!! Five stars isn't enough for this style of writing! Kudos! Love, love, loved it! I am going now to find and follow this author everywhere!
December 21, 2016
One of the funniest books I have read this year. Loved everything about this book. Hilarious dialogue, hot chemistry and a cast of characters you want to get to know. My first read from Poppy but I will definitely be looking for more. Highly recommend
December 6, 2016
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December 7, 2016
I loved this fun romance with a quirky heroine!!
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February 7, 2017
Hilarious
Room Service was a laugh out loud book that I definitely recommend. The banter between Ben and Alex kept me laughing.
Room Service was a laugh out loud book that I definitely recommend. The banter between Ben and Alex kept me laughing.
January 6, 2025
This was a laugh out loud funny book that had the right amount of swoonworthy romance in it!And it was really great considering the fact that this is a debut novel!
Alex needs a date for her brother's wedding since her ex is going to be there.She already has a lot on her plate with her job as she has to book a big band for her club, else it might be the beginning of the end.The only bright spot in her lonely hotel days in New York is the hot room service guy who serves her regularly(and might also be flirting with her?).Backed into a corner by her mother, she somehow manages to get Ben-the room service guy to pose as her fake boyfriend for the duration of the wedding.As they spend more time together and explore the sizzling attraction between them- will this be service only or turn out to be a forever thing?
Alex was a hilarious main character!I loved her thought processes,unabashed honesty,internal dialogue and her sarcastic+witty commentary!It was a blast being in her head!Though she comes from a rich family, she is down to earth and prefers paving her own way.I love how loyal and patient she is with her family especially her mom!Alex's sister-in-law Katie was a hoot!Loved her!
Ben was quite mysterious and super hot ofcourse!I looved his interactions with Alex and the chemistry between them was too good!It was quite obvious that there was more to him than what he was showing and the last few chapters were quite predictable, though they didn't lessen my enjoyment in any manner!
Though this is a humorous novel at heart I loved how the author has infused a little seriousness in it too.You feel along with the characters!Each page had me laughing and snorting!I'm surprised people didn't think I was crazy while I was reading this book!
My only annoyance would probably be certain jumps in the writing.A change in the scene was at times jarring and didn't flow that well..
But this book had me satisfied on all the counts that mattered and you should definitely get this one if you're looking for a light,hilarious,steamy romance for the holidays!! <3
Alex needs a date for her brother's wedding since her ex is going to be there.She already has a lot on her plate with her job as she has to book a big band for her club, else it might be the beginning of the end.The only bright spot in her lonely hotel days in New York is the hot room service guy who serves her regularly(and might also be flirting with her?).Backed into a corner by her mother, she somehow manages to get Ben-the room service guy to pose as her fake boyfriend for the duration of the wedding.As they spend more time together and explore the sizzling attraction between them- will this be service only or turn out to be a forever thing?
Alex was a hilarious main character!I loved her thought processes,unabashed honesty,internal dialogue and her sarcastic+witty commentary!It was a blast being in her head!Though she comes from a rich family, she is down to earth and prefers paving her own way.I love how loyal and patient she is with her family especially her mom!Alex's sister-in-law Katie was a hoot!Loved her!
Ben was quite mysterious and super hot ofcourse!I looved his interactions with Alex and the chemistry between them was too good!It was quite obvious that there was more to him than what he was showing and the last few chapters were quite predictable, though they didn't lessen my enjoyment in any manner!
Though this is a humorous novel at heart I loved how the author has infused a little seriousness in it too.You feel along with the characters!Each page had me laughing and snorting!I'm surprised people didn't think I was crazy while I was reading this book!
My only annoyance would probably be certain jumps in the writing.A change in the scene was at times jarring and didn't flow that well..
But this book had me satisfied on all the counts that mattered and you should definitely get this one if you're looking for a light,hilarious,steamy romance for the holidays!! <3
December 7, 2016
This was a laugh out loud funny book that had the right amount of swoonworthy romance in it!And it was really great considering the fact that this is a debut novel!
Alex needs a date for her brother's wedding since her ex is going to be there.She already has a lot on her plate with her job as she has to book a big band for her club, else it might be the beginning of the end.The only bright spot in her lonely hotel days in New York is the hot room service guy who serves her regularly(and might also be flirting with her?).Backed into a corner by her mother, she somehow manages to get Ben-the room service guy to pose as her fake boyfriend for the duration of the wedding.As they spend more time together and explore the sizzling attraction between them- will this be service only or turn out to be a forever thing?
Alex was a hilarious main character!I loved her thought processes,unabashed honesty,internal dialogue and her sarcastic+witty commentary!It was a blast being in her head!Though she comes from a rich family, she is down to earth and prefers paving her own way.I love how loyal and patient she is with her family especially her mom!Alex's sister-in-law Katie was a hoot!Loved her!
Ben was quite mysterious and super hot ofcourse!I looved his interactions with Alex and the chemistry between them was too good!It was quite obvious that there was more to him than what he was showing and the last few chapters were quite predictable, though they didn't lessen my enjoyment in any manner!
Though this is a humorous novel at heart I loved how the author has infused a little seriousness in it too.You feel along with the characters!Each page had me laughing and snorting!I'm surprised people didn't think I was crazy while I was reading this book!
My only annoyance would probably be certain jumps in the writing.A change in the scene was at times jarring and didn't flow that well..
But this book had me satisfied on all the counts that mattered and you should definitely get this one if you're looking for a light,hilarious,steamy romance for the holidays!! <3
Alex needs a date for her brother's wedding since her ex is going to be there.She already has a lot on her plate with her job as she has to book a big band for her club, else it might be the beginning of the end.The only bright spot in her lonely hotel days in New York is the hot room service guy who serves her regularly(and might also be flirting with her?).Backed into a corner by her mother, she somehow manages to get Ben-the room service guy to pose as her fake boyfriend for the duration of the wedding.As they spend more time together and explore the sizzling attraction between them- will this be service only or turn out to be a forever thing?
Alex was a hilarious main character!I loved her thought processes,unabashed honesty,internal dialogue and her sarcastic+witty commentary!It was a blast being in her head!Though she comes from a rich family, she is down to earth and prefers paving her own way.I love how loyal and patient she is with her family especially her mom!Alex's sister-in-law Katie was a hoot!Loved her!
Ben was quite mysterious and super hot ofcourse!I looved his interactions with Alex and the chemistry between them was too good!It was quite obvious that there was more to him than what he was showing and the last few chapters were quite predictable, though they didn't lessen my enjoyment in any manner!
Though this is a humorous novel at heart I loved how the author has infused a little seriousness in it too.You feel along with the characters!Each page had me laughing and snorting!I'm surprised people didn't think I was crazy while I was reading this book!
My only annoyance would probably be certain jumps in the writing.A change in the scene was at times jarring and didn't flow that well..
But this book had me satisfied on all the counts that mattered and you should definitely get this one if you're looking for a light,hilarious,steamy romance for the holidays!! <3
June 1, 2017
Room Service is the debut by Poppy Dunne and honestly it was a real treat to read. I love a good romantic comedy and Room Service was laugh out loud funny and witty. The story focuses on Alex who comes from a wealthy family who don’t really understand her decisions. She is coming up on her 30th birthday and was dumped by her ex a year ago. Alex is a workaholic but her job is in jeopardy if she can’t get a big band to perform at the jazz club.
Now Alex is hiding out in New York, working on her resources and indulging on room service. It helps that her room service attendant is totally hot. When her mother informs her that her ex is invited to her brother’s wedding Alex is determined not to be alone and thinks on her feet. She offers Ben three hundred to be her date for all the wedding activities up until the wedding, but the more time she spends with him the lines between fake and real start to blur. Alex knows their weekend is coming to an end and soon she will be returning to the West Coast but can they make it work or will Ben’s secret end them for good?
Room Service is told solely from Alex’s pov and getting inside her head was ridiculously funny and entertaining. What I noticed first about Alex is that she might come from a wealthy family but she doesn’t act like it. In fact she is a little all over the place and really accepted her flaws and ran with them. She was smart, funny and had some of the best inner dialogue I have read in a long time. Ben on the other hand I didn’t really connect with since everything is told from Alex’s pov and at times while reading Room Service I did wish that I could see things from Ben’s viewpoint.
If you love romantic comedies as much as I do you won’t want to miss Room Service. It was funny, witty, and really pulled me in from the beginning. Poppy Dunne is an author to keep an eye on and I can’t wait to see what she will come up with next for her readers.
Now Alex is hiding out in New York, working on her resources and indulging on room service. It helps that her room service attendant is totally hot. When her mother informs her that her ex is invited to her brother’s wedding Alex is determined not to be alone and thinks on her feet. She offers Ben three hundred to be her date for all the wedding activities up until the wedding, but the more time she spends with him the lines between fake and real start to blur. Alex knows their weekend is coming to an end and soon she will be returning to the West Coast but can they make it work or will Ben’s secret end them for good?
Room Service is told solely from Alex’s pov and getting inside her head was ridiculously funny and entertaining. What I noticed first about Alex is that she might come from a wealthy family but she doesn’t act like it. In fact she is a little all over the place and really accepted her flaws and ran with them. She was smart, funny and had some of the best inner dialogue I have read in a long time. Ben on the other hand I didn’t really connect with since everything is told from Alex’s pov and at times while reading Room Service I did wish that I could see things from Ben’s viewpoint.
If you love romantic comedies as much as I do you won’t want to miss Room Service. It was funny, witty, and really pulled me in from the beginning. Poppy Dunne is an author to keep an eye on and I can’t wait to see what she will come up with next for her readers.
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