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What’s a little sex between friends?Sophie Fordham never thought much about motherhood until her body forced her to. With the onset of early menopause, she knows if she wants to have a baby, it’s now or never. So what’s a single, financially-strapped girl to do? Go with what you know, of course.Fox Monkhouse has been Sophie’s gorgeous best friend since preschool. This sun-kissed surfer boy has no shortage of ladies, but she’s hoping he’ll put that aside to help her out. As there’s never been anything romantic between the two, things get awkward when she asks him to put a bun in her oven—especially since it has to be done the old-fashioned, no-pants dance way.When Fox agrees to do the deed, Sophie is ecstatic. But she soon realizes that this chance at a baby could cost her everything. Keeping sex and emotions separate is clearly not in her wheelhouse especially when her best friend is involved. If their relationship can’t evolve into something new, their unusual arrangement could destroy the friendship of a lifetime.
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Published April 18, 2017
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April 18, 2017
The first thing to know about this book is that it is not a typical friends-to-lovers rom-com. For instance, the heroine, Sophie, hasn’t harbored an unrequited, secret crush on her best friend, and Fox isn’t necessarily the best boyfriend material, etc.
But, not being 'typical' is exactly what I liked about Fox. There's a quirkiness and a realism and a heartfelt quality to the storyline that radiates throughout the book. Plus, the humor really shines, and the comedic timing is impeccable. In fact, it makes me think sarcasm is Lumetta’s native tongue.
Sophie is 28-years-old and she is being betrayed by her ovaries. Spurred on by the ticking time bomb known as her biological clock, she is on the hunt for the perfect baby-making solution. Since her ex-boyfriend left her credit in tatters, Sophie needs a more cost-effective solution to get the goods.
After a bunch of failed Tinder dates, the inspiration comes in the form of Fox Monkhouse, Sophie’s best friend since pre-school. Fox is a nurse, an avid surfer, and the sometimes-irksome tormentor of Sophie. He may be a bit of a whorish man-child, but he’s a great solution to the baby-daddy dilemma.
For the most part, I found this story to be lighthearted and laugh-out-loud funny. There is maturity and intelligence in the writing, even though the snark and humor are the stars of the show. Sophie and Fox’s relationship moves through the stages effortlessly, but not without drama and awkward moments. It was in that awkwardness that I really loved them the most. Their friends and family added to the hilarity and gave the story a levity that I adored.
The only thing I found that I was missing was a little more depth and detail to the overall story and specifically, the background of the heroine, Sophie (I still don’t know exactly what she actually does for a living, but that’s just me nit-picking). I enjoyed Fox so much and I can’t wait to see what mayhem unfolds in the second book.
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But, not being 'typical' is exactly what I liked about Fox. There's a quirkiness and a realism and a heartfelt quality to the storyline that radiates throughout the book. Plus, the humor really shines, and the comedic timing is impeccable. In fact, it makes me think sarcasm is Lumetta’s native tongue.
Sophie is 28-years-old and she is being betrayed by her ovaries. Spurred on by the ticking time bomb known as her biological clock, she is on the hunt for the perfect baby-making solution. Since her ex-boyfriend left her credit in tatters, Sophie needs a more cost-effective solution to get the goods.
After a bunch of failed Tinder dates, the inspiration comes in the form of Fox Monkhouse, Sophie’s best friend since pre-school. Fox is a nurse, an avid surfer, and the sometimes-irksome tormentor of Sophie. He may be a bit of a whorish man-child, but he’s a great solution to the baby-daddy dilemma.
For the most part, I found this story to be lighthearted and laugh-out-loud funny. There is maturity and intelligence in the writing, even though the snark and humor are the stars of the show. Sophie and Fox’s relationship moves through the stages effortlessly, but not without drama and awkward moments. It was in that awkwardness that I really loved them the most. Their friends and family added to the hilarity and gave the story a levity that I adored.
The only thing I found that I was missing was a little more depth and detail to the overall story and specifically, the background of the heroine, Sophie (I still don’t know exactly what she actually does for a living, but that’s just me nit-picking). I enjoyed Fox so much and I can’t wait to see what mayhem unfolds in the second book.
ARC generously provided in exchange for an honest review.
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May 16, 2017
Omg how good was that?!
I was all over this one when I saw it was a childhood friends to lovers with a baby-making arrangement story as that's some of my very favourite plots all in one book.
You've got to admit you don't often get all of that in one story, it's kind of niche.
Anyway, Sophie has just discovered that her body's showing signs of going into menopause at the horribly early age of 28. She decides she can't afford to wait any longer to have a child, but as she's single, she first has to find a suitable and willing baby -creating partner. Enter Fox, possibly one of my favourite male characters ever and her bestie.
And if you can't rely on your lifelong bestie - who's loyal, funny, hot, handsome but a manwhore - to help you out of a tight spot, then who can you ask?
First thing I loved about this was that the development of their relationship felt authentic. They both use humour in awkward situations and as I so that myself, then I could totally relate. These were not two people talking to one another using trite and oh-so-meaningful phrases of the kind you'd read in a greeting's card, but two people who knew one another so well and had such a shared history that they turned most conversations into banter and snark. I loved it.
Another thing I loved was that this wasn't a heavy read at all, but it was still surprisingly intense and engaging. It reminded me of the Pucked series, where there's humour but it's balanced with strong characters and real emotions.
And oh my god, the smut. My pants were on fire. Figuratively I mean.
The only thing that I didn't love was the sub plot involving a minor character going through a life change. I'm not sure why it was there, I wasn't very interested that character, I was all about Sophie and Fox. Not a biggie, but my eyes were glazing over a bit then it didn't really go anywhere anyway, I'm not really sure why it was there. Bit odd.
Anyway, it's a complete story and one of the most enjoyable reads I've read in ages. Highly recommended, especially if you love romantic comedy with emotion and angst like Pucked, you'll love this.
I was all over this one when I saw it was a childhood friends to lovers with a baby-making arrangement story as that's some of my very favourite plots all in one book.
You've got to admit you don't often get all of that in one story, it's kind of niche.
Anyway, Sophie has just discovered that her body's showing signs of going into menopause at the horribly early age of 28. She decides she can't afford to wait any longer to have a child, but as she's single, she first has to find a suitable and willing baby -creating partner. Enter Fox, possibly one of my favourite male characters ever and her bestie.
And if you can't rely on your lifelong bestie - who's loyal, funny, hot, handsome but a manwhore - to help you out of a tight spot, then who can you ask?
First thing I loved about this was that the development of their relationship felt authentic. They both use humour in awkward situations and as I so that myself, then I could totally relate. These were not two people talking to one another using trite and oh-so-meaningful phrases of the kind you'd read in a greeting's card, but two people who knew one another so well and had such a shared history that they turned most conversations into banter and snark. I loved it.
Another thing I loved was that this wasn't a heavy read at all, but it was still surprisingly intense and engaging. It reminded me of the Pucked series, where there's humour but it's balanced with strong characters and real emotions.
And oh my god, the smut. My pants were on fire. Figuratively I mean.
The only thing that I didn't love was the sub plot involving a minor character going through a life change. I'm not sure why it was there, I wasn't very interested that character, I was all about Sophie and Fox. Not a biggie, but my eyes were glazing over a bit then it didn't really go anywhere anyway, I'm not really sure why it was there. Bit odd.
Anyway, it's a complete story and one of the most enjoyable reads I've read in ages. Highly recommended, especially if you love romantic comedy with emotion and angst like Pucked, you'll love this.
April 17, 2017
I felt a mixture of up and up feelings about this book. The dialogue and the interactions between the two leads. Wahhh. Sometimes it felt too kidish, unrealistic, and somewhat uncomfortable for my tastes.
But, then I had to remind myself that they had known each other from childhood and later then made the transition of potentially becoming lovers when Sophie propositions Fox into being her sperm donor. SO HENCE, the over all awkwardness.
I don't know. I'm up in the air about this read. It's really your take on it because while I may make my judgements on it, I've never actually ever gotten into a situation like like this, nor even contemplated the idea of it with a male friend. And that's why I don't know what to make of everything in general.
I wouldn't knock it. But I didn't love it either.
I say, it's a matter of personal reading preference and that's why I didn't rate it any lower. It fell into the "okay" zone respectively.
But, then I had to remind myself that they had known each other from childhood and later then made the transition of potentially becoming lovers when Sophie propositions Fox into being her sperm donor. SO HENCE, the over all awkwardness.
I don't know. I'm up in the air about this read. It's really your take on it because while I may make my judgements on it, I've never actually ever gotten into a situation like like this, nor even contemplated the idea of it with a male friend. And that's why I don't know what to make of everything in general.
I wouldn't knock it. But I didn't love it either.
I say, it's a matter of personal reading preference and that's why I didn't rate it any lower. It fell into the "okay" zone respectively.
April 7, 2017
I need to process, but my first reactions to this book are that it's hot and funny. Often times it felt like I was reading a screenplay or watching a movie play out in my head. I'm also loving the fact that this book gave me the feels as much as it made me laugh out loud.
And Fox is mine! I'm willing to share him with Sophie though. ;)
And Fox is mine! I'm willing to share him with Sophie though. ;)
April 19, 2017
Book Review: 4,5 Stars
Fox is the kind of Rom-Com that made me laugh and cry and yell and sigh and laugh a little more, and of course, it made me fall in love with Sophie and Fox *smiles* and their amazing HEA, because yes, you can absolutely expect a HEA, and not a predictable one, if I may add.
This book story is about hope, love and friendship.
Sophie was a single 28 year old woman with a “little” problem at such young age: She had perimenopause. Her doctor recommended to have kids ASAP because her “ oven ” would be closing shop soon, very very soon. She studied her options: Freezing her eggs— too expensive —, sperm bank— who could be the best candidate —, sperm donor— again, the “best” candidate —, serial dating— not enough time to settle a serious relationship —, and finally, asking a “friend” to make the donation directly— wiggles eyebrows, if you know what I mean . And that’s how she ended up having sex with her best friend, Fox, the sexy surfer, male nurse, who had a crazy sense of humor—their conversations were absurd, funny, but absurd—, the best stamina and of course had the best heart in the world.
What is obvious in this story? They fell madly in love. That was expected, it’s a friends-to-lovers kinda story after all, but the twist of events in the last 25% of this book was what made it a really awesome book.
S. M. Lumetta’s writing is funny, the characters were great, well structured and 100% lovable and the plot had the correct balance for a good rom-com: romance, sex, jokes and drama. But it was a little slow paced for my liking. I wish I had a little more of their HEA with a longer epilogue and less of those crazy and stupid jokes in between the story, but that’s just my lost-in-translation opinion, I’m sure if you love rom-com, you’ll enjoy this book as much as, or even more than I did.
April 17, 2017
4.5 stars
OMG! I adored this book. The premise was utterly fantastic and the chemistry between Fox and Sophie couldn't be any more perfect. If you never believed in soulmates before, then Lumetta will be sure to convince you before you read the last page of this book.
There is some great levity and a load of hilarity in the writing. But more than that is the writing flows so well (never stagnates and totally draws you in). The characters are dynamic and fun. What totally got me is that by the time I got to 30% in the book, I was sure that the story was done. When I glanced down at my kindle to see how far along in the book I was at that point I was delighted to see that I had just scratched the surface of the story. Translation: the story has lots of twists, turns, laughs, and dirty jokes.
This was the first book I read by Lumetta, but I will certainly pick up any future books I find by the author. I can't get enough of this writing and appreciate the author's ability to tell a wonderfully complex and messy tale in a fantastic and hilarious fashion. KUDOS!!
OMG! I adored this book. The premise was utterly fantastic and the chemistry between Fox and Sophie couldn't be any more perfect. If you never believed in soulmates before, then Lumetta will be sure to convince you before you read the last page of this book.
There is some great levity and a load of hilarity in the writing. But more than that is the writing flows so well (never stagnates and totally draws you in). The characters are dynamic and fun. What totally got me is that by the time I got to 30% in the book, I was sure that the story was done. When I glanced down at my kindle to see how far along in the book I was at that point I was delighted to see that I had just scratched the surface of the story. Translation: the story has lots of twists, turns, laughs, and dirty jokes.
This was the first book I read by Lumetta, but I will certainly pick up any future books I find by the author. I can't get enough of this writing and appreciate the author's ability to tell a wonderfully complex and messy tale in a fantastic and hilarious fashion. KUDOS!!
April 3, 2018
Why do girls have to put down other girls? Your guy friend could be the biggest manwhore walking the earth, but the girls that sleep with him? - They are the ones not fit to be called humans. There is an undercurrent of ‘I’m such a cool girl’, when it comes to Sophie-as in you know the ‘Cool Girl’ from Gone Girl-the type who likes to hang out with the guys and not the the girly girls?
Like here for eg....
“I was, however, kind of looking forward to having a more guys less girls kind of weekend. Burping, bad jokes–usually toilet or raunchy sex humor—and sleeping whenever and wherever.”
Or here...
“As a matter of fact,” he starts, lifting the blanket as if to show me something very particular I can help with.
“You’re such a pervert,” I tell him, but the effect is ruined because I’m snickering. Goddammit, I sound like such a girl. Which is fine, of course, but I mean like girlie girl. One of his substanceless girls.”
I don’t know....when the author starts making out all the other girls except our heroine and her closest circle as stupid whorish slutty girls-I just cant get past that.
And how many times do these people laugh out loud at stupid jokes. I started feeling like Uncle Quentin from the Famous Five-who had no patience when the gang dissolved into fits of laughter, at least twenty times a day!
April 16, 2017
This book completely surprised me with how much I loved it and how much I cracked up within this book. This book had so many sexy and steamy moments that always had a hint of humour to it. There was the right amount of seriousness to the story and the perfect amount of drama to make this an excellent read. I loved the characters and the quirkiness that they both had and the way they could be themselves around each other.
Sophie was a character that had me laughing so much throughout the story and the banter she had with the other characters caused me to have tears in my ears from laughing so much. Sophie is one of the best female characters I have read and I adored her so much. I felt for her a lot and what was happening to her throughout the story, but I enjoyed the way that the character got through and still managed to laugh.
I loved Fox so much and he made me laugh so much throughout the story as well. The comments that he came up with and the way that he always managed to cheer up Sophie made me smile so much. Fox was a sexy and funny character that made me love him from the start.
Fox is about Sophie who is going through early onset menopause at a young age and goes to her best friend to have a baby.
This book was one that I didn’t want to finish because I loved it so much, al the characters I adored, especially the main characters. I loved the relationship between Fox and Sophie and the way they developed deeper feelings for each other. I enjoyed the way that there were emotional parts within the story and the way there was still moments that had me laughing. I think this created a perfect blend to make this story to be really enjoyable. I loved this story and still cant stop thinking about it the day after reading it. Anyone looking for their next read, this is a book I definitely recommend.
June 3, 2018
voto 2.5
Buona giornata a tutte.
Oggi vi parlerò di "Fox", primo romanzo della serie "Bodhi Beach", scritto dall'utrice straniera S.M. Lumetta.
Ho avuto l'occasione di leggerlo grazie alla giovane casa editrice Hope Edizioni, che ringrazio.
Sophie Fordham ha ventotto anni e una vita serena, finché non scopre di essere a rischio menopausa precoce.
Non ha mai pensato a una gravidanza, ma ora che ha scoperto che potrebbe non avere la possibilità di avere dei bambini, si interroga sul futuro e comprende che un figlio lo vuole e deve subito provvedere, fino a che ha tempo.
Comincia a frequentare uomini conosciuti su siti come Tinder, senza trovare la persona giusta con cui avere un bambino.
La sua situazione economica non le permette di affrontare una spesa così grossa come quella della fecondazione assistita, del congelamento degli ovuli o della banca del seme, così decide di affidarsi al buon cuore di un amico che le sta accanto dai tempi dell'asilo: Fox Monkhouse.
Fox è un bellissimo giovane uomo, un infermiere che ama il surf e l'oceano più di ogni altra cosa. Non ha intenzione di mettere la testa a posto e passa da una donna all'altra senza problemi.
Quando Sophie comunica all'amico che vorrebbe che la mettesse incinta nella maniera tradizionale, Fox, dopo un attimo di esitazione, accetta.
Comincia così la corsa ai giorni fecondi e al sesso fine alla procreazione, intenso sesso in maniera continuata e senza conseguenze. Ma ne siamo proprio sicuri?
Quando inizio una nuova lettura, io la comincio proprio dalla prima pagina, mi piace sapere chi ha curato la copertina, l' impaginazione, guardo i contatti
autrice, il titolo originale, la dedica.
Questo libro portava questa dedica:
- Per ognuno dei miei amici e familiari che, in qualche modo, hanno avuto problemi con gravidanze e fertilità -
Bene, mi sono detta, un romanzo pregno di pathos, che tratta un tema delicato e sempre attuale.
Mi sono preparata psicologicamente a versare, forse, qualche lacrima e ho cominciato a leggere.
Delusione è l'unico sentimento che ho provato.
E non voglio essere negativa nei confronti del romanzo, ma non ti puoi porre con una certa trama e una dedica così precisa e poi propinarmi tutt'altro.
Il romanzo non ha come tema centrale la sterilità, la menopausa precoce, la difficoltà a procreare, con il conseguente dolore, la lotta, la speranza, da parte delle parti interessate, no.
Questo è un romanzo che tratta il tema trito di due amici che diventano intimi e che, attraverso il sesso, scoprono che possono essere qualcosa di più. Il tutto è raccontato attraverso continue scene di sesso, a volte improbabile, con dialoghi assurdi e altrettanto improbabili.
Ho riso, sì. Non posso negare che Fox sia adorabile tanto quanto Sophie risulta buffa, ma le premesse sono state tradite.
Io conosco e sono circondata da coppie che non possono avere figli e che hanno tentato il tutto e per tutto, senza avere risultati in alcuni casi. Conosco il dolore e, anche se in maniera indiretta, l'ho sentito anche nel mio cuore.
Ho visto con i miei occhi donne, giovani donne, perdere la testa, esaurirsi fino a non riuscire più a tollerare il contatto con le persone care. E questi sono casi estremi e lo comprendo, ma anche all'interno di quelle coppie dove non si è consumata la tragedia, dove si è riusciti ad accettare la situazione, il dolore e la rassegnazione sono sempre dipinti nei loro occhi.
Per questo, questo romanzo mi è sembrato irrispettoso nei confronti di questa sofferenza reale.
Avrei giustificato la leggerezza dell'autrice nel trattare il tema, se non lo avesse premesso e lasciato intendere con la sua dedica.
Sono dura, direte. Esagerata. Può darsi, ma questa è la mia recensione e il mio parere da donna che ha visto donne soffrire.
Detto questo e chiarito il mio punto di vista, passo a considerare il romanzo come se il tema principale non fosse quello premesso.
La storia raccontata, intesa come la relazione tra Sophie e Fox, è molto carina e godibile.
Alcune scene sono davvero esilaranti e un paio molto romantiche.
Fox e Sophie rimangono sicuramente impressi nella mente del lettore, uno per la sua dolcezza e insicurezza nascoste dietro la maschera del Don Giovanni impenitente, l'altra per il suo carattere frizzante e senza filtri.
Lo stile dell'autrice non emerge a causa di una traduzione poco accurata, fatta in senso letterale, quando invece c'era da interpretare e adattare alla lingua italiana.
Per questo i dialoghi spesso sembrano senza senso, scollegati e poco inerenti alle varie situazioni in cui sono inseriti.
Anche alcune espressioni sono risultate decisamente fuoriluogo, soprattutto perché non si tratta di un romanzo erotico, ma vabbè. E prima che possiate dire che sono bacchettona, fermatevi! Ogni cosa ha il suo contesto, questo voglio dire.
Un'altra cosa che va riferita alla Hope è l'editing approssimato.
Non esagero se dico che il romanzo è pieno di refusi e punteggiatura buttata li come un contadino seminerebbe un campo arato.
Dopo il punto è d'abbligo la lettera maiuscola, dopo la virgola ci vuole lo spazio... e via dicendo. Certo saranno sfuggiti, ma sono decisamente troppi.
Lasciando da parte questo, ribadisco che la storia è carina e leggibile e merita un paio d'ore del nostro tempo sotto l'ombrellone. Proprio per questo il mio voto sarà non troppo basso e di incoraggiamento, perché penso alla scrittrice e non all'approssimazione della casa editrice, che è comunque giovane e deve crescere e migliorare. Spero che prendano le mie parole come un consiglio, non sono cattiva e non mi piace fare la cattiva, dico solo le cose come stanno, sperando di avere il dono del tatto.
Non posso mentire, soprattutto davanti al fatto che l'ebook è venduto a 5.99 Euro e che con una spesa simile, il lettore deve avere tra le mani un file degno del costo e di facile lettura.
A presto,
Buona giornata a tutte.
Oggi vi parlerò di "Fox", primo romanzo della serie "Bodhi Beach", scritto dall'utrice straniera S.M. Lumetta.
Ho avuto l'occasione di leggerlo grazie alla giovane casa editrice Hope Edizioni, che ringrazio.
Sophie Fordham ha ventotto anni e una vita serena, finché non scopre di essere a rischio menopausa precoce.
Non ha mai pensato a una gravidanza, ma ora che ha scoperto che potrebbe non avere la possibilità di avere dei bambini, si interroga sul futuro e comprende che un figlio lo vuole e deve subito provvedere, fino a che ha tempo.
Comincia a frequentare uomini conosciuti su siti come Tinder, senza trovare la persona giusta con cui avere un bambino.
La sua situazione economica non le permette di affrontare una spesa così grossa come quella della fecondazione assistita, del congelamento degli ovuli o della banca del seme, così decide di affidarsi al buon cuore di un amico che le sta accanto dai tempi dell'asilo: Fox Monkhouse.
Fox è un bellissimo giovane uomo, un infermiere che ama il surf e l'oceano più di ogni altra cosa. Non ha intenzione di mettere la testa a posto e passa da una donna all'altra senza problemi.
Quando Sophie comunica all'amico che vorrebbe che la mettesse incinta nella maniera tradizionale, Fox, dopo un attimo di esitazione, accetta.
Comincia così la corsa ai giorni fecondi e al sesso fine alla procreazione, intenso sesso in maniera continuata e senza conseguenze. Ma ne siamo proprio sicuri?
Quando inizio una nuova lettura, io la comincio proprio dalla prima pagina, mi piace sapere chi ha curato la copertina, l' impaginazione, guardo i contatti
autrice, il titolo originale, la dedica.
Questo libro portava questa dedica:
- Per ognuno dei miei amici e familiari che, in qualche modo, hanno avuto problemi con gravidanze e fertilità -
Bene, mi sono detta, un romanzo pregno di pathos, che tratta un tema delicato e sempre attuale.
Mi sono preparata psicologicamente a versare, forse, qualche lacrima e ho cominciato a leggere.
Delusione è l'unico sentimento che ho provato.
E non voglio essere negativa nei confronti del romanzo, ma non ti puoi porre con una certa trama e una dedica così precisa e poi propinarmi tutt'altro.
Il romanzo non ha come tema centrale la sterilità, la menopausa precoce, la difficoltà a procreare, con il conseguente dolore, la lotta, la speranza, da parte delle parti interessate, no.
Questo è un romanzo che tratta il tema trito di due amici che diventano intimi e che, attraverso il sesso, scoprono che possono essere qualcosa di più. Il tutto è raccontato attraverso continue scene di sesso, a volte improbabile, con dialoghi assurdi e altrettanto improbabili.
Ho riso, sì. Non posso negare che Fox sia adorabile tanto quanto Sophie risulta buffa, ma le premesse sono state tradite.
Io conosco e sono circondata da coppie che non possono avere figli e che hanno tentato il tutto e per tutto, senza avere risultati in alcuni casi. Conosco il dolore e, anche se in maniera indiretta, l'ho sentito anche nel mio cuore.
Ho visto con i miei occhi donne, giovani donne, perdere la testa, esaurirsi fino a non riuscire più a tollerare il contatto con le persone care. E questi sono casi estremi e lo comprendo, ma anche all'interno di quelle coppie dove non si è consumata la tragedia, dove si è riusciti ad accettare la situazione, il dolore e la rassegnazione sono sempre dipinti nei loro occhi.
Per questo, questo romanzo mi è sembrato irrispettoso nei confronti di questa sofferenza reale.
Avrei giustificato la leggerezza dell'autrice nel trattare il tema, se non lo avesse premesso e lasciato intendere con la sua dedica.
Sono dura, direte. Esagerata. Può darsi, ma questa è la mia recensione e il mio parere da donna che ha visto donne soffrire.
Detto questo e chiarito il mio punto di vista, passo a considerare il romanzo come se il tema principale non fosse quello premesso.
La storia raccontata, intesa come la relazione tra Sophie e Fox, è molto carina e godibile.
Alcune scene sono davvero esilaranti e un paio molto romantiche.
Fox e Sophie rimangono sicuramente impressi nella mente del lettore, uno per la sua dolcezza e insicurezza nascoste dietro la maschera del Don Giovanni impenitente, l'altra per il suo carattere frizzante e senza filtri.
Lo stile dell'autrice non emerge a causa di una traduzione poco accurata, fatta in senso letterale, quando invece c'era da interpretare e adattare alla lingua italiana.
Per questo i dialoghi spesso sembrano senza senso, scollegati e poco inerenti alle varie situazioni in cui sono inseriti.
Anche alcune espressioni sono risultate decisamente fuoriluogo, soprattutto perché non si tratta di un romanzo erotico, ma vabbè. E prima che possiate dire che sono bacchettona, fermatevi! Ogni cosa ha il suo contesto, questo voglio dire.
Un'altra cosa che va riferita alla Hope è l'editing approssimato.
Non esagero se dico che il romanzo è pieno di refusi e punteggiatura buttata li come un contadino seminerebbe un campo arato.
Dopo il punto è d'abbligo la lettera maiuscola, dopo la virgola ci vuole lo spazio... e via dicendo. Certo saranno sfuggiti, ma sono decisamente troppi.
Lasciando da parte questo, ribadisco che la storia è carina e leggibile e merita un paio d'ore del nostro tempo sotto l'ombrellone. Proprio per questo il mio voto sarà non troppo basso e di incoraggiamento, perché penso alla scrittrice e non all'approssimazione della casa editrice, che è comunque giovane e deve crescere e migliorare. Spero che prendano le mie parole come un consiglio, non sono cattiva e non mi piace fare la cattiva, dico solo le cose come stanno, sperando di avere il dono del tatto.
Non posso mentire, soprattutto davanti al fatto che l'ebook è venduto a 5.99 Euro e che con una spesa simile, il lettore deve avere tra le mani un file degno del costo e di facile lettura.
A presto,
April 5, 2017
Let me say I Love This Book !
The characters are great and the story is captivating. A wonderful package.
Meet Sophie, at 28 her body is to go in early menopause. If she wants a child it has to be now.
And there is Fox Monkhouse, her best friend since childhood. He´s a bit immature, but I liked him , like really liked him.
She starts dating, but there are only loser out there. The same with matchmaking and sperm donor.
Sophie has the idea that Fox should be the father to be.
Fox agrees and they start project babymaking. And they´re really good at it. Then the cardhouse crumbles to the ground. Have they destroyed their friendship?
I really, really love this book. I love Fox the manchild. I love Sophie´s sass. I love how they struggle, fight and win. And I loved this beautiful and well deserved HEA.
I love their journey and the path they choose.
Fox is a book that stays with me.
5 Stars and Thank you SM Lumetta!
The characters are great and the story is captivating. A wonderful package.
Meet Sophie, at 28 her body is to go in early menopause. If she wants a child it has to be now.
And there is Fox Monkhouse, her best friend since childhood. He´s a bit immature, but I liked him , like really liked him.
She starts dating, but there are only loser out there. The same with matchmaking and sperm donor.
Sophie has the idea that Fox should be the father to be.
Fox agrees and they start project babymaking. And they´re really good at it. Then the cardhouse crumbles to the ground. Have they destroyed their friendship?
I really, really love this book. I love Fox the manchild. I love Sophie´s sass. I love how they struggle, fight and win. And I loved this beautiful and well deserved HEA.
I love their journey and the path they choose.
Fox is a book that stays with me.
5 Stars and Thank you SM Lumetta!
April 10, 2017
I've never read a book by this author before, but I had to read Fox when I found out it was a friends to lovers AND there was a kid involved. I love kids in books even if they spend the whole time trying to make one.
Fox was a romantic comedy, which I've been craving to read lately. I think there's a fine line in romantic comedies that the humor could be too much, and I felt that way with this one. About 50% of the jokes I laughed-out-loud at it and I could've done without the other 50%. It made the characters seem immature for late twenties early thirties. Because of that I decided to skim after the halfway mark. I still wanted to see what would happen to the characters. I think the last third of the book was my favorite. I just wish the rest of it was like that.
I would read more by this author in the future.
Fox was a romantic comedy, which I've been craving to read lately. I think there's a fine line in romantic comedies that the humor could be too much, and I felt that way with this one. About 50% of the jokes I laughed-out-loud at it and I could've done without the other 50%. It made the characters seem immature for late twenties early thirties. Because of that I decided to skim after the halfway mark. I still wanted to see what would happen to the characters. I think the last third of the book was my favorite. I just wish the rest of it was like that.
I would read more by this author in the future.
May 24, 2018
4 stelline e mezzo!
Un contemporary romance divertente, bollente ed emozionante! Consigliato <3
Ho adorato il rapporto dei due protagonisti, anche se ad un certo punto ... Poi però si riprede alla grande!
Un contemporary romance divertente, bollente ed emozionante! Consigliato <3
Ho adorato il rapporto dei due protagonisti, anche se ad un certo punto ... Poi però si riprede alla grande!
January 4, 2022
Una lettura carina veloce e divertente, un appunto però che per me l'autrice ha voluto strafare e alla fine i due protagonisti risultano due "macchiette ".
April 22, 2017
I am a huge fan of friends-to-lovers stories – next to a secret baby, they are my favorite trope. Throw in a childhood best friends and well, it’s my catnip. Which is why I loved S. M. Lumetta’s Fox, so freaking much. This book is brilliantly funny, with a cast of characters who are not at all perfect, but as group, collectively so. This book is a great introduction to not only a new series, but perhaps a new-to-you author.
The beauty of a best-friends-to-lovers story is that these characters know each other best. Or do they? But it’s watching the deep, deep affection grow into a love that everyone else saw coming. Or the inevitable fractures that when they realize it’s all too much. How that all plays out is on the author, I can tell you that in S.M. Lumetta’s hands, Sophie & Fox’s story is even better. These two childhood friends share more inside jokes that mask a chemistry so fabulous, that that you can’t wait to see the full effect. It is pure magic.
Fox is chock full of humor, that you want to see brought to life or film, but it’s the emotional side that really and truly stuck me. Sophie’s biological clock isn’t at a tic-toc pace, it’s more of an Olympic race. The choices and time that she thought were in her favor, are not. Those moments don’t pull the story down, they give you a view into not only Sophie’s head, but also the people who love and guide her.
From the characters to the story, I adored every facet of Fox and am really looking forward to the next book(s) in this series. Happy reading!!
The beauty of a best-friends-to-lovers story is that these characters know each other best. Or do they? But it’s watching the deep, deep affection grow into a love that everyone else saw coming. Or the inevitable fractures that when they realize it’s all too much. How that all plays out is on the author, I can tell you that in S.M. Lumetta’s hands, Sophie & Fox’s story is even better. These two childhood friends share more inside jokes that mask a chemistry so fabulous, that that you can’t wait to see the full effect. It is pure magic.
Fox is chock full of humor, that you want to see brought to life or film, but it’s the emotional side that really and truly stuck me. Sophie’s biological clock isn’t at a tic-toc pace, it’s more of an Olympic race. The choices and time that she thought were in her favor, are not. Those moments don’t pull the story down, they give you a view into not only Sophie’s head, but also the people who love and guide her.
From the characters to the story, I adored every facet of Fox and am really looking forward to the next book(s) in this series. Happy reading!!
April 17, 2017
Marie's Tempting Reads ARC Review:
A seriously funny, sexy, sparks-a-flying friends to lovers romance that was pure entertainment! These characters had me laughing so hard at their banter. They are both fun, and wonderfully entertaining as they waddle their way through becoming more than just friends.
The interaction between Fox and Sophie is really something to witness. Not only can you tell by the way they talk to each other on how long they have been friends, but the way Fox really cares about Sophie was truly sigh inducing. I can't remember a time when I had THIS much fun reading a romantic comedy! I read many great ones, but this one was truly magnificent. The hilarious dialogue, the situations, the story itself, had me laughing till tears came out and had my heart feeling light and dreamy. The writing is sensational and I freaking LOVED every minute reading this book.
Fox by S.M. Lumetta gets a RIDICULOUSLY ENTERTAINING FIVE SHOOTING STARS! You won't get enough of this book. An absolute MUST read!
A seriously funny, sexy, sparks-a-flying friends to lovers romance that was pure entertainment! These characters had me laughing so hard at their banter. They are both fun, and wonderfully entertaining as they waddle their way through becoming more than just friends.
The interaction between Fox and Sophie is really something to witness. Not only can you tell by the way they talk to each other on how long they have been friends, but the way Fox really cares about Sophie was truly sigh inducing. I can't remember a time when I had THIS much fun reading a romantic comedy! I read many great ones, but this one was truly magnificent. The hilarious dialogue, the situations, the story itself, had me laughing till tears came out and had my heart feeling light and dreamy. The writing is sensational and I freaking LOVED every minute reading this book.
Fox by S.M. Lumetta gets a RIDICULOUSLY ENTERTAINING FIVE SHOOTING STARS! You won't get enough of this book. An absolute MUST read!
April 17, 2017
When I heard about Fox I was so excited !! S.M Lumetta always creates these unique fun stories .When I got the chance I digged into this story as soon as I possibly could and it was fantastic !!. We follow Sophie and Fox and we watch there friends to lovers romance unfold in the most unique , funny , real ,sexy , quirky and swoon worthy way . I loved Fox and Sophie relationship, I love how at the core of it they were best friends who deeply cared for each other, so watching that blossom into to love through some very interesting circumstances was such a pleasure to read . I was so invested in these characters , no matter what happened I rooted for them and I am so happy with the where we left them at the end of this story .This story was sexy , funny , addicting and had the perfect ending . If you are looking for a new Romantic Comedy to try you should definitely pick this one up it was wonderful.
April 13, 2017
***ARC Provided by the Author for an Honest Review***
SM Lumetta’s book Fox was a heartfelt story that I fell in love with.
What would you do if nature decided to taunt you, and take away your ability to have children? If it were me, I’d panic. It’s pretty simple really.
For Sophie, that’s exactly what’s happening. At the age of twenty-eight her body decides it doesn’t want to play and in walks early onset of menopause. If she ever has any hope of having children she needs to do it soon. That brings me to her best friend Fox.
Fox is one of those surfer dudes, a little immature at times but so adorable. When Sophie puts the proposition to Fox about him being the father he agrees and that’s where their journey toward love begins.
I really did love this story, it’s one which makes you evaluate what your choices would be if placed in the same situation. My favorite part was the developing relationship between Fox and Sophie and the trials and tribulations they go through. It made my heart ache on more than one occasion.
A beautiful story, by an author I will definitely be following.
SM Lumetta’s book Fox was a heartfelt story that I fell in love with.
What would you do if nature decided to taunt you, and take away your ability to have children? If it were me, I’d panic. It’s pretty simple really.
For Sophie, that’s exactly what’s happening. At the age of twenty-eight her body decides it doesn’t want to play and in walks early onset of menopause. If she ever has any hope of having children she needs to do it soon. That brings me to her best friend Fox.
Fox is one of those surfer dudes, a little immature at times but so adorable. When Sophie puts the proposition to Fox about him being the father he agrees and that’s where their journey toward love begins.
I really did love this story, it’s one which makes you evaluate what your choices would be if placed in the same situation. My favorite part was the developing relationship between Fox and Sophie and the trials and tribulations they go through. It made my heart ache on more than one occasion.
A beautiful story, by an author I will definitely be following.
March 22, 2018
I found this to be very entertaining. A childhood friends to lovers but it was different than what you would expect. More on the lighter side. The banter and dialogue between Sophie and Fox was hilarious.
May 5, 2019
Mentre lo leggevo mi domandavo perché io stessi perdendo tempo dietro ad una storia così banale. Boh nemmeno le scene di sesso erano coinvolgenti ma piuttosto meccaniche. Non mi è proprio piaciuto!
October 24, 2019
I really enjoyed this book!!
And that cover....
And that cover....
April 17, 2017
S.M. Lumetta's Fox follows a familiar tale of a twenty-something girl with a ticking body clock who wants to have a baby. It continues with the protagonist Sophie, attempting to find herself a baby daddy but quickly realising he's a lot closer to home. Enter Fox, her good looking, manwhore of a best friend. From here on in, the story could stick to the tried and tested formulas but this is where S.M. Lumetta succeeds where others have failed. Her characters have floors yes, but Sophie isn't doing something flighty. She has a real issue; a problem that affects some 1:100 women under the age of 40! (that's in the UK alobe according to Google) Lumetta handles the topic with both sensitivity and humour. She has more words for the female genitalia than you can imagine and her writing just flows effortlessly. It's so easy you will easily find yourself reading in the wee hours and not realising!
Fox, with all his faults, is an overgrown school boy. He has a nurturing, caring side but he likes to party like a frat boy. He barely bats an eyelid when Sophie asks him to be his sperm donor. It's just sex right? No feelings other than friendship right? They can go back to how things were before once there's a plus sign on the pee stick right?
To find out how things turn out you need to read the book. Fox is witty, emotional, and touches on serious issues with careful sensitivity. Well worth sitting up past your bedtime for.
4.5 stars
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Fox, with all his faults, is an overgrown school boy. He has a nurturing, caring side but he likes to party like a frat boy. He barely bats an eyelid when Sophie asks him to be his sperm donor. It's just sex right? No feelings other than friendship right? They can go back to how things were before once there's a plus sign on the pee stick right?
To find out how things turn out you need to read the book. Fox is witty, emotional, and touches on serious issues with careful sensitivity. Well worth sitting up past your bedtime for.
4.5 stars
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April 15, 2017
This story cracked me up, the sense of humor had me laughing until the end. The first part went a bit slow, but after starting the project it got good. Sexy scenes and great story line. I love Fox and Lolli, they make such a good couple. It was an overall light great weekend read. Will look forward for more in the series.
April 12, 2017
Sophie is at the doctor's and gets shocking news. After she passes out, she comes to with her best guy friend, Fox holding her legs up. She freaks out and goes to the beach to process her news. What could her doctor have told her that was so bad? What suggestion does her best friend come up with? What does it have to do with Fox? Find out this and more in this awesome read!!!
April 14, 2017
I received and voluntary reviewed an ARC of this book. This book was read and reviewed by Stacy Aube for Cutting Muse Blog Review.
A friends to lovers story. An intense array of dynamics between the main characters. I enjoyed this book and can't wait for whats next.
A friends to lovers story. An intense array of dynamics between the main characters. I enjoyed this book and can't wait for whats next.
April 14, 2017
Review to come on the 17th! :)
April 6, 2017
DISCLAIMER: I received an ARC of this book for honest review.
Fox.
Love Sophie.
Fox.
Super funny.
Fox.
Seriously, this was such a fun, snarky, hilarious read. It has moments of seriousness as well. I love that Fox is his actual name. I love how he calls Sophie Lollipop. And I need a support group. I think I have a Fox addiction problem. You can't end a book on a question! Does that mean there is a sequel to Fox and Sophie's story? Or will one of Sophie's friends take up the task to bring a new story and give us snippets of Henry growing to a toddler? I need answers! No fair! Actually, in all honesty, it is fair. I love the author's writing. I would definitely recommend this as a way to start reading S.M. Lumetta's work. Its the first book I am reading from this author, so of course its the one I will say. :)
Fox.
Love Sophie.
Fox.
Super funny.
Fox.
Seriously, this was such a fun, snarky, hilarious read. It has moments of seriousness as well. I love that Fox is his actual name. I love how he calls Sophie Lollipop. And I need a support group. I think I have a Fox addiction problem. You can't end a book on a question! Does that mean there is a sequel to Fox and Sophie's story? Or will one of Sophie's friends take up the task to bring a new story and give us snippets of Henry growing to a toddler? I need answers! No fair! Actually, in all honesty, it is fair. I love the author's writing. I would definitely recommend this as a way to start reading S.M. Lumetta's work. Its the first book I am reading from this author, so of course its the one I will say. :)
April 10, 2017
Hilariously sexy read.
****Review to come****
****Review to come****
April 3, 2017
Loved it! Very funny, reminiscent of Alice Clayton at her best. The UST is wonderful and New Zealand mentions are a delightful bonus. Lumetta is a new author for me and now I'm keen to read anything else by her.
June 25, 2017
A Woman in the early stages of menopause asks Best Friend to help her have a baby.
We've all read those "time is ticking, time to get pregnant," stories, but for the subject to be a woman with menopause, was something completely new.
To say that I was intrigued was putting it mildly, especially since S. M. Lumetta was the writer spinning this tale. I knew of her wit, and how she handled drama, and those sexy times, that I knew I was going to go on one hella ride with this book.
When I delved in, I found myself quickly surrounded by the story and the characters. I felt like I was with my closest group of friends, going through our daily lives sharing whacked humor, lots of goofy/fun times, and even the harder ones, too. I felt right there with them, which I love to experience when I curl up with a book.
As much as I want to point out favorite scenes, lines, and plot guess for future books in the series (We better see Doc and Nora again), I know myself to start writing those details, and giving too much away.
I want you to take the journey of this love story for yourself.
S.M. Lumetta has told a story that gave me so much, and handled a subject matter that is swept to the side as something not to be talked about in public.
I enjoyed Fox and Sophie's journey from friends, to lovers, and knowing when to be honest with yourself (and your partner) for the important things in your life. Love is not always a straight line, but it's worth walking.
We've all read those "time is ticking, time to get pregnant," stories, but for the subject to be a woman with menopause, was something completely new.
To say that I was intrigued was putting it mildly, especially since S. M. Lumetta was the writer spinning this tale. I knew of her wit, and how she handled drama, and those sexy times, that I knew I was going to go on one hella ride with this book.
When I delved in, I found myself quickly surrounded by the story and the characters. I felt like I was with my closest group of friends, going through our daily lives sharing whacked humor, lots of goofy/fun times, and even the harder ones, too. I felt right there with them, which I love to experience when I curl up with a book.
As much as I want to point out favorite scenes, lines, and plot guess for future books in the series (We better see Doc and Nora again), I know myself to start writing those details, and giving too much away.
I want you to take the journey of this love story for yourself.
S.M. Lumetta has told a story that gave me so much, and handled a subject matter that is swept to the side as something not to be talked about in public.
I enjoyed Fox and Sophie's journey from friends, to lovers, and knowing when to be honest with yourself (and your partner) for the important things in your life. Love is not always a straight line, but it's worth walking.
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