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Animal Attraction #3
Love Out Loud
A deliciously fun, flirty rom-com where love doesn’t happen by opening a door…it happens when you get stuck in one.
Veterinarian Fiona Nichols does not do well in stressful social situations. A little babble here, saying the absolutely wrong thing there. But that doesn’t stop Fiona from checking out the delectably hot guy in her building…from afar. Fate apparently has a nasty sense of humor, though.
Somehow Fiona gets herself and Hot Guy stuck in the building’s revolving door—all thanks to a certain squeaky dog toy…that unfortunately looks decidedly, uh, penile.
Must be time to meet the neighbors.
Turns out that Jake Ward is Fiona’s new public-speaking coach. A hot extrovert who always knows what to say. Fiona should hate the man on sight. Instead, she’s only finding him more attractive. And now she’s finally getting out of her comfort zone…only to get in over her head.
Veterinarian Fiona Nichols does not do well in stressful social situations. A little babble here, saying the absolutely wrong thing there. But that doesn’t stop Fiona from checking out the delectably hot guy in her building…from afar. Fate apparently has a nasty sense of humor, though.
Somehow Fiona gets herself and Hot Guy stuck in the building’s revolving door—all thanks to a certain squeaky dog toy…that unfortunately looks decidedly, uh, penile.
Must be time to meet the neighbors.
Turns out that Jake Ward is Fiona’s new public-speaking coach. A hot extrovert who always knows what to say. Fiona should hate the man on sight. Instead, she’s only finding him more attractive. And now she’s finally getting out of her comfort zone…only to get in over her head.
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Marissa Clarke
14 books683 followersMarissa Clarke is a multi-award-winning, RITA nominated author of romance for adults and teens. She lives on the Texas Gulf Coast with her ever-patient husband, two cantankerous Cairn Terriers, and an abundance of bossy chickens.
Marissa also writes YA for Entangled Teen and Penguin/Random House as Mary Lindsey
Marissa also writes YA for Entangled Teen and Penguin/Random House as Mary Lindsey
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June 8, 2022
This romance was very sweet, heartwarming and it includes dogs, animal shelters and a very shy veterinarian who falls for her speech coach.
I unfortunately have to say that it was a mediocre book for me even though it contained a lot of the things I love in my romances.
I was kind of irritated at the female main character because she didn’t speak to the people around her but used her dogs to get her messages across. Both main characters was very caricatured sometimes to the extreme and that sometimes made them unlikable.
But the further I got into the book and when the romance unfolded it started to change for me and I started to see them as adorable together and they became likable luckily:-)!
They started to open themselves up to change and they helped each other with both of their problems.
The one steamy scene in it was supposed to be funny but became a little cringe because of the terminology used unfortunately.
And then the third act breakup came and I was right back at finding her irritating :-(!
So my opinion was very up and down but it was still very sweet and it had cute dogs in it so if you like that in a romance then I can recommend it.
I got this arc from Entangled books and Netgalley. This is my own opinion and voluntary review.
I unfortunately have to say that it was a mediocre book for me even though it contained a lot of the things I love in my romances.
I was kind of irritated at the female main character because she didn’t speak to the people around her but used her dogs to get her messages across. Both main characters was very caricatured sometimes to the extreme and that sometimes made them unlikable.
But the further I got into the book and when the romance unfolded it started to change for me and I started to see them as adorable together and they became likable luckily:-)!
They started to open themselves up to change and they helped each other with both of their problems.
The one steamy scene in it was supposed to be funny but became a little cringe because of the terminology used unfortunately.
And then the third act breakup came and I was right back at finding her irritating :-(!
So my opinion was very up and down but it was still very sweet and it had cute dogs in it so if you like that in a romance then I can recommend it.
I got this arc from Entangled books and Netgalley. This is my own opinion and voluntary review.
July 19, 2022
What a sweet, heartwarming, and charming story where dogs are also included. We have a shy veterinarian and spoke coach that is afraid of dogs who meets when they are stuck in a door. There is banter, funny situations, romantic moments, and heat. in this short contemporary romance. The story is well written, the characters are likable, and also not to forget the animals in it. I enjoyed reading it and cant wait to read something else for the author
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May 25, 2022Fiona is a vet with a delimitating anxiety about public speaking, and speaking to strangers. But she has to give a speech, accepting an award for her work in helping homeless animals--a cause she believes in.
Enter Jake, who is terrified of dogs. The two have already met--as it happens, they live in the same building. But he avoids her because of her two dogs, and she avoids him because of the way he looks at her dogs: even though he's hot, number one on her list of "musts" is "must like dogs."
It happens that Jake's career is aiding people to prepare for public speaking. He explains that he is not a therapist, though he might employ some techniques that are also used by therapists. I really, really liked the distinction made her--and then I was even more impressed when his first attempt totally fizzles, and why, and what Fiona did about it.
This is a romance, so you know where it's going, and it goes there delightfully. What really impressed me was the expert way that the author combined actual details about extreme shyness and how to approach public speaking, while guiding this story-ship between the Scylla of dumping too much research in and making it into a Problem Novel, and the Charybdis of mushy research and a magic-wand fixit. Fiona's problems are real, and also specific to her. I LOVED how Fiona talks to people through their pets, enabling her to get past her difficulties and still do an excellent job.
I also loved the animal love in this book. Totally a bonus. Altogether a lovely read.
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Enter Jake, who is terrified of dogs. The two have already met--as it happens, they live in the same building. But he avoids her because of her two dogs, and she avoids him because of the way he looks at her dogs: even though he's hot, number one on her list of "musts" is "must like dogs."
It happens that Jake's career is aiding people to prepare for public speaking. He explains that he is not a therapist, though he might employ some techniques that are also used by therapists. I really, really liked the distinction made her--and then I was even more impressed when his first attempt totally fizzles, and why, and what Fiona did about it.
This is a romance, so you know where it's going, and it goes there delightfully. What really impressed me was the expert way that the author combined actual details about extreme shyness and how to approach public speaking, while guiding this story-ship between the Scylla of dumping too much research in and making it into a Problem Novel, and the Charybdis of mushy research and a magic-wand fixit. Fiona's problems are real, and also specific to her. I LOVED how Fiona talks to people through their pets, enabling her to get past her difficulties and still do an excellent job.
I also loved the animal love in this book. Totally a bonus. Altogether a lovely read.
Copy provided by NetGalley
June 28, 2022
4.5 very enthusiastic stars!
I loved both characters, I loved the romance and chemistry, and I loved that they seemed like real people. The story was intriguing and I read through this very quickly.
Half a star docked because I thought it wrapped up too quickly and would have benefitted from an epilogue…even a short one.
I loved both characters, I loved the romance and chemistry, and I loved that they seemed like real people. The story was intriguing and I read through this very quickly.
Half a star docked because I thought it wrapped up too quickly and would have benefitted from an epilogue…even a short one.
June 6, 2022
A great and fun romantic comedy. Fiona is a vet with a fear of public speaking. Jake is a public-speaking coach with a fear of dogs. This is the set up for an amusing an awesome plot to bring two characters out of their comfort zone. It is filled with witty quips that make it a worthy page turner. Both human and animal characters are great. Fiona and Jake both find their better self on their way to a happily ever after.
August 29, 2022
I have been waiting years for this book to come out!
These past few years I couldn’t read in the way I used to die to graduate school, but now I am done and can go back to reading, though it’s not as easy as it looks.
When I found out “love out loud” was finally out, I was so excited! I wanted to read about Fiona’s journey for so long, that I immediately began reading.
Unfortunately as the anticipation for the story was great, so was the let down.
I just couldn’t connect with the story as much as I wanted too. I was bored a lot of the time and just couldn’t find an interest in Fiona and Jake’s love story.
What surprised me the most is that I am such an animal lover, and even worked as a vet tech. So I was sure that a story about a vet and a great presence of animals will draw we in and make me happy. But it really didn’t, though reading about all the puppies did make me smile :)
It got to the point where I was almost done with the book (about 80%) and just couldn’t be bothered to finish it. I just finished now while searching for Sony to do on a train ride.
I love Marissa Clarke and her books, but this one just didn’t resonate with me.
I do hope many others will feel differently 🤞🏻
These past few years I couldn’t read in the way I used to die to graduate school, but now I am done and can go back to reading, though it’s not as easy as it looks.
When I found out “love out loud” was finally out, I was so excited! I wanted to read about Fiona’s journey for so long, that I immediately began reading.
Unfortunately as the anticipation for the story was great, so was the let down.
I just couldn’t connect with the story as much as I wanted too. I was bored a lot of the time and just couldn’t find an interest in Fiona and Jake’s love story.
What surprised me the most is that I am such an animal lover, and even worked as a vet tech. So I was sure that a story about a vet and a great presence of animals will draw we in and make me happy. But it really didn’t, though reading about all the puppies did make me smile :)
It got to the point where I was almost done with the book (about 80%) and just couldn’t be bothered to finish it. I just finished now while searching for Sony to do on a train ride.
I love Marissa Clarke and her books, but this one just didn’t resonate with me.
I do hope many others will feel differently 🤞🏻
June 3, 2022
You KNOW I love a hot mess heroine, and Fiona manages both to be a total hot mess and also super confident and competent. It's a very attractive combo!
Like the other books in the Animal Attraction series, Love Out Loud is a fun, flirty, light read. There are plenty of laugh out loud moments (like the meet cute between Fiona, Jake, and Sir Squashalot...) and also some very tender ones. I feel like, while both characters go through some great personal growth, it's really Fiona who helps Jake grow the most (despite him being hired to help her with public speaking!) Their chemistry is so cute, and there's a bit of a slow burn as they both try to resist and keep their relationship professional/platonic.
This is a very short book (just over 200 pages) and is the 3rd book in the Animal Attraction series. It can be read as a standalone, but the heroines from the first two books do appear in this one as side characters and there may be minor spoilers for the earlier books in the series.
Like the other books in the Animal Attraction series, Love Out Loud is a fun, flirty, light read. There are plenty of laugh out loud moments (like the meet cute between Fiona, Jake, and Sir Squashalot...) and also some very tender ones. I feel like, while both characters go through some great personal growth, it's really Fiona who helps Jake grow the most (despite him being hired to help her with public speaking!) Their chemistry is so cute, and there's a bit of a slow burn as they both try to resist and keep their relationship professional/platonic.
This is a very short book (just over 200 pages) and is the 3rd book in the Animal Attraction series. It can be read as a standalone, but the heroines from the first two books do appear in this one as side characters and there may be minor spoilers for the earlier books in the series.
January 5, 2025
Why do I like this book? How could I not? I’m happily paraphrasing a phrase the characters use in this short (just under 200 pages) contemporary romance. Fiona is a bright, hard-working and caring veterinarian in NYC. She is being given a prestigious award for community work but she is painfully she in front of groups of people. Jake is a public speaking coach and is hired to help prepare Fiona for the upcoming event. When they meet she realizes he is the hot guy that lives in her building and she is person with the dogs. He is afraid of dogs. Of course there is going to be banter, attraction and heat. I found the characters likable and the book funny and believable. It was perfect for a quick evening read. Thank you to NetGalley and Entangled Publishing, LLC for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
May 20, 2022
This book is fun and funny. Fiona has been crushing on the hot guy in her building, right up until she actually met him. Jake has been tasked to help prepare her to give an award acceptance speech, but is concerned she could be his first failure. The the characters are likable and engaging, and what follows is a fun rom-com that kept me smiling and entertained until the very last page.
This one is a must read for fans of the genre. The author is on my must read authors' list.
This one is a must read for fans of the genre. The author is on my must read authors' list.
June 4, 2022
Cute and mushy, easy read. This was a nice break up from my usual thrillers.
Requested this book simply because of the Cairn Terriers on the cover! And surprise- one in the book is named Otto, like my Cairn. :-)
Would’ve liked a little more conflict among the characters. But loved the message about helping homeless animals.
Requested this book simply because of the Cairn Terriers on the cover! And surprise- one in the book is named Otto, like my Cairn. :-)
Would’ve liked a little more conflict among the characters. But loved the message about helping homeless animals.
May 23, 2022
Jake and Fiona are perfect for each other because she showed him there was more to life than work and he helped her overcome her fear of public speaking. Fiona didn’t really care about her aversion to speaking to large groups, but she needed to be able to make a heartfelt presentation about her charity work and was determined to get her point across in the best possible way. Not only did Fiona help Jake relax, but she also made him feel comfortable around her dogs so he wouldn’t be fearful anymore. Their meet cute in their building’s revolving door was hilarious and it set the stage for their funny and emotional love story.
Fiona had noticed Jake around her building and thought he was handsome and sexy, but unapproachable. When she found herself stuck in the revolving door with him, she clammed up, turned red and wished she could start her day over!! Jake was intrigued by the beautiful veterinarian and when he realized she was his new client, he knew his life would never be the same. He soon found out that behind her shy facade was a funny, brilliant and amazing young woman who he wanted to know better.
I loved Fiona’s dedication to helping pets who belonged to homeless individuals in her community. She has a kind heart, a calming spirit and a gentle touch, and everyone who meets her wants to be her friend, including Jake. Fiona brought happiness and fun into Jake’s staid life, and he wanted to be with her forever. What happens when Jake mixes business with pleasure and professes his love to Fiona? Will she be receptive to his feelings or run the other way to save herself from heartbreak?
Fiona had noticed Jake around her building and thought he was handsome and sexy, but unapproachable. When she found herself stuck in the revolving door with him, she clammed up, turned red and wished she could start her day over!! Jake was intrigued by the beautiful veterinarian and when he realized she was his new client, he knew his life would never be the same. He soon found out that behind her shy facade was a funny, brilliant and amazing young woman who he wanted to know better.
I loved Fiona’s dedication to helping pets who belonged to homeless individuals in her community. She has a kind heart, a calming spirit and a gentle touch, and everyone who meets her wants to be her friend, including Jake. Fiona brought happiness and fun into Jake’s staid life, and he wanted to be with her forever. What happens when Jake mixes business with pleasure and professes his love to Fiona? Will she be receptive to his feelings or run the other way to save herself from heartbreak?
August 11, 2022
Love Out Loud by Marissa Clarke is the third book in the Animal Attraction series. As I did not read the prior novels, I can assure you that they can be read as standalones. I loved the quirky main characters of Fiona and Jake.
Fiona calls herself shy and is quite happy with her life. She is a veterinarian and works in a busy practice. She does volunteer work and has her animals. Jake is a speech coach, helping people overcome their struggles with speaking in public. He also is the hot guy in Fiona’s building that she has noticed a few times. However it is not until a squeaky toy (that looks like a piece of a male’s anatomy) that gets stuck in the rotating door that Fiona actually speaks with him. It is not until later when Fiona realizes he is her new coach for a speech she has to give in a couple of months.
Jake and Fiona have it bad for each other. Both seem to find each other extremely hot, but because they are in this business relationship, they both know they cannot step over the line. When Fiona fires Jake, they can finally “date”. This would be the end of the story except for a couple of details that both Jake and Fiona forgot to share which sets off another issue.
The novel was a fast read with fun characters. I enjoyed how even a couple of the animals had great personalities. The storyline was enjoyable with a good pace. Love Out Loud by Marissa Clarke was a good read.
Fiona calls herself shy and is quite happy with her life. She is a veterinarian and works in a busy practice. She does volunteer work and has her animals. Jake is a speech coach, helping people overcome their struggles with speaking in public. He also is the hot guy in Fiona’s building that she has noticed a few times. However it is not until a squeaky toy (that looks like a piece of a male’s anatomy) that gets stuck in the rotating door that Fiona actually speaks with him. It is not until later when Fiona realizes he is her new coach for a speech she has to give in a couple of months.
Jake and Fiona have it bad for each other. Both seem to find each other extremely hot, but because they are in this business relationship, they both know they cannot step over the line. When Fiona fires Jake, they can finally “date”. This would be the end of the story except for a couple of details that both Jake and Fiona forgot to share which sets off another issue.
The novel was a fast read with fun characters. I enjoyed how even a couple of the animals had great personalities. The storyline was enjoyable with a good pace. Love Out Loud by Marissa Clarke was a good read.
June 5, 2022
I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
When people say opposites attract they must have known people like Jacob Ward and Fiona Nichol. These two had very little in common, but were able to find common ground. Jacob (Jake) a successful speech coach was all work and very little play. He spent his days (and often nights) helping clients do their best at public speaking engagements. Dr. Fiona Nichols is the poster child for hot mess express. She is extremely shy and devotes herself to her veterinarian practice.
The two main characters have shared looks and greetings for months because they live in the same apartment building. The problem is Fiona, she is shy and always has her dogs with her and Jake is terrified of dogs. The two wind up officially meeting when Fiona earns an award in which public speaking is required. Her friend arranges for her to get lessons to help with her anxiety from none other than Jake. The two have undeniable chemistry from the start, having to work together just increases their attraction.
This is a sweet rom/com that will make you laugh. It is a feel good read. I recommend it for anyone who loves romance, women's fiction, opposites attract or animal stories (because there are some super cute animals involved as well).
When people say opposites attract they must have known people like Jacob Ward and Fiona Nichol. These two had very little in common, but were able to find common ground. Jacob (Jake) a successful speech coach was all work and very little play. He spent his days (and often nights) helping clients do their best at public speaking engagements. Dr. Fiona Nichols is the poster child for hot mess express. She is extremely shy and devotes herself to her veterinarian practice.
The two main characters have shared looks and greetings for months because they live in the same apartment building. The problem is Fiona, she is shy and always has her dogs with her and Jake is terrified of dogs. The two wind up officially meeting when Fiona earns an award in which public speaking is required. Her friend arranges for her to get lessons to help with her anxiety from none other than Jake. The two have undeniable chemistry from the start, having to work together just increases their attraction.
This is a sweet rom/com that will make you laugh. It is a feel good read. I recommend it for anyone who loves romance, women's fiction, opposites attract or animal stories (because there are some super cute animals involved as well).
November 28, 2022
Very intriguing because it had a lot of psychology. A very shy but very intelligent woman, she’s a veterinarian and she’s more comfortable around animals than around people. When she attends to a patient, she’ll talk to the animal instead of to the client. And she also won’t look people at the eyes. Actually, I thought Fiona was autistic and later on, it’s revealed that she suffers societal anxiety due to extreme shyness. In spite of this, once she gets close to a person, she’s funny, articulate, playful, and her brilliance comes through loud and clear.
In contrast, Jacob comes out lack luster. He’s afraid of dogs, which gives him a negative qualification in Fiona’s eyes, but he later gets attached to her two Cairn Terriers, Otto and Grace. He helps Fiona with an acceptance speech she has to give for an award and in so doing, falls for her. I liked the process he takes to help her to get accustomed to public speech, I found it interesting. I liked that he appreciates her and finds her beautiful, with all her quirks and funny expressions. I found her adorable as well.
I loved the characters but for some reason, the story fell short in keeping my attention. Fiona was engaging, but the rest of the characters didn’t shine as bright as she did, in my opinion. I liked the story but didn’t feel engaged, didn’t feel the angst. Overall, it was entertaining but meh.
In contrast, Jacob comes out lack luster. He’s afraid of dogs, which gives him a negative qualification in Fiona’s eyes, but he later gets attached to her two Cairn Terriers, Otto and Grace. He helps Fiona with an acceptance speech she has to give for an award and in so doing, falls for her. I liked the process he takes to help her to get accustomed to public speech, I found it interesting. I liked that he appreciates her and finds her beautiful, with all her quirks and funny expressions. I found her adorable as well.
I loved the characters but for some reason, the story fell short in keeping my attention. Fiona was engaging, but the rest of the characters didn’t shine as bright as she did, in my opinion. I liked the story but didn’t feel engaged, didn’t feel the angst. Overall, it was entertaining but meh.
August 25, 2022
Someone had followed her into the revolving door. Not just someone. Without looking, she knew exactly who it was. Him. After a deep breath, she snuck a quick glance over her shoulder to find him in the next section of the door behind her. Mr. Perfectly Put Together was right there, stuck in the revolving door with Dr. Fiona Falling Apart. Closing her eyes, she cursed her bad luck.
Him - that was in reference to the hottie who Fiona has secretly been crushing on. Though he seems standoffish. Of course, getting stuck in a revolving door was not part of her plan on how to meet him. But this was only the start of things to come.
Jake has seen Fiona in the lobby of his apartment building. He has no idea he's about to get to know her professionally. She is nothing like anyone he's ever met. The more time he spends with her, the more time he WANTS to spend with her.
Fiona relates to animals. Being a vet suits her personality - more animals, less people. Once Jake pops into her life, she is hoping he can see that just because she's shy, doesn't mean she's dull!! Not by a long shot.
This was a great book! It was my first read by this author and I will definitely go back to read the start of this series.
Him - that was in reference to the hottie who Fiona has secretly been crushing on. Though he seems standoffish. Of course, getting stuck in a revolving door was not part of her plan on how to meet him. But this was only the start of things to come.
Jake has seen Fiona in the lobby of his apartment building. He has no idea he's about to get to know her professionally. She is nothing like anyone he's ever met. The more time he spends with her, the more time he WANTS to spend with her.
Fiona relates to animals. Being a vet suits her personality - more animals, less people. Once Jake pops into her life, she is hoping he can see that just because she's shy, doesn't mean she's dull!! Not by a long shot.
This was a great book! It was my first read by this author and I will definitely go back to read the start of this series.
March 30, 2023
A contemporary romance with witty banter, cute furry friends, a fear of public speaking, a fear of dogs, and literary references to Pygmalian.
Would you let your fears stop you from finding love? Would you seek help to overcome your obstacles and find the courage to get what you want?
Fiona Nichol must give a speech but her fear of speaking in public leaves her doubting she can deliver it without passing out. When speech coach Jacob Ward is hired to help her overcome her fear of speaking in public to a room a strangers there might be one thing that stands in their way, Jacob's paralyzing fear of dogs. Will he be able to help her overcome her fears while working through his own?
Will they cross the line and explore their attraction or will Fiona push aside her fears and fire Jacob so they can explore their connection? Will her professor find the same fate as the one in Pygmalian or will Jacob's heart soften and recognize how much he needs her? If they take a chance together, their relationship could be out of this world?
If you love animals, a sweet but slightly romance that reads fast with witty banter and secondary characters that move the story along, give this a try.
I received an advance reader copy from the publisher for an honest and fair review.
Would you let your fears stop you from finding love? Would you seek help to overcome your obstacles and find the courage to get what you want?
Fiona Nichol must give a speech but her fear of speaking in public leaves her doubting she can deliver it without passing out. When speech coach Jacob Ward is hired to help her overcome her fear of speaking in public to a room a strangers there might be one thing that stands in their way, Jacob's paralyzing fear of dogs. Will he be able to help her overcome her fears while working through his own?
Will they cross the line and explore their attraction or will Fiona push aside her fears and fire Jacob so they can explore their connection? Will her professor find the same fate as the one in Pygmalian or will Jacob's heart soften and recognize how much he needs her? If they take a chance together, their relationship could be out of this world?
If you love animals, a sweet but slightly romance that reads fast with witty banter and secondary characters that move the story along, give this a try.
I received an advance reader copy from the publisher for an honest and fair review.
May 22, 2022
This is the third book in the Animal Attraction series, featuring the shy vet Fiona. This book can also be read as a stand alone. Fiona is a brilliant veterinarian, who is painfully shy and much prefers talking to animals over people. At the beginning of the book, Fiona’s friend and business partner Jane strong arms Fiona into going to accept an award she has won, because it will be good for business. To try to help Fiona with overcoming her fear of talking in public, Jane hires a public speaking coach to help her prepare. Things get really awkward when they first meet, and Fiona realizes the coach is the hot guy from her building who she has recently finally “met” in a very embarrassing manner, a very memorable meet cute. As Fiona and Jake work together sparks start to fly as they challenge each other to both overcome some fears in their life. Fiona and Jake start to develop feelings for each other, but many obstacles stand in their way to a happily ever after. This was a great read, a very entertaining romantic comedy. I received an ARC from netgalley, and this is my honest review.
June 7, 2022
Fiona Nichols is a veterinarian who is more comfortable around animals than she is people. When she finds out she has won an award for helping the homeless and their animals, fear strikes. She can not think of anything worse than having to stand up and speak before a crowd. She can barely speak when she encounters people, especially the “hot” guy from her building. When the hot guy becomes her speaking coach, Fiona starts to panic. Can she get over her shyness in time to face a crowd? Can Fiona even think of a relationship with a man who is terrified of dogs, or will they both find they can face their fears if they have each other?
What a fun, fresh story Marissa Clarke brings us with this third book in her Animal Attraction series. I really enjoyed both main characters with their wit and the obstacles they overcome. The story also gave us insight to the life of a shy introvert which taught me many things as I myself am an extrovert. Being an animal lover, I also loved all the furry friends we meet along the way. Thank you Entangled Publishing for my copy of the book which I read and voluntarily reviewed.
What a fun, fresh story Marissa Clarke brings us with this third book in her Animal Attraction series. I really enjoyed both main characters with their wit and the obstacles they overcome. The story also gave us insight to the life of a shy introvert which taught me many things as I myself am an extrovert. Being an animal lover, I also loved all the furry friends we meet along the way. Thank you Entangled Publishing for my copy of the book which I read and voluntarily reviewed.
May 22, 2022
Love Out Loud is an entertaining, sweet and story, it made me laugh and sigh and smile.
Fiona has a crush on her neighbor but she is very shy and has never dared to speak to him, she must give a speech for an award that she is going to receive and her friend hires Jacob the same guy she has a crush on to to help her with her speech.
Even though they start off on the wrong foot and it doesn't help that Jacob doesn't like dogs, as the story progresses we see sparks fly between them, and despite the fact that they both want to keep it professional, it is very difficult for them and finally and they give in to what they feel, love them, they are too cute together.
I really liked how they help each other overcome their fears, and how their relationship is built, this is a slow burn romance that will make you fall in love.
Read it if you are a fan of
Animals
Slow burn
Cute and sweet
Romcom
Fiona has a crush on her neighbor but she is very shy and has never dared to speak to him, she must give a speech for an award that she is going to receive and her friend hires Jacob the same guy she has a crush on to to help her with her speech.
Even though they start off on the wrong foot and it doesn't help that Jacob doesn't like dogs, as the story progresses we see sparks fly between them, and despite the fact that they both want to keep it professional, it is very difficult for them and finally and they give in to what they feel, love them, they are too cute together.
I really liked how they help each other overcome their fears, and how their relationship is built, this is a slow burn romance that will make you fall in love.
Read it if you are a fan of
Animals
Slow burn
Cute and sweet
Romcom
May 26, 2022
Love out Loud is a really cute read. This one put a smile on my face from the very beginning. Fiona is a little shy, hates giving public speeches and would rather talk through the animals then to people. She has this sense of humor that will have you giggling all the way through. You are just going to love this veterinarian so much. Jake is a successful speech coach. He is good at his job and has little time for anything else. I love the meet cute moment between Jake and Fiona. You feel the pull between them build more and more with each interaction as Jake tries to coach Fiona for her award ceremony. I love how both work hard to over come their fears together. I love how Fiona shows Jake there is nothing to be afraid of when it comes to dogs. I loved this one so much. Fiona and Jake are simply wonderful together. I could not get enough of this one. You need to one click this one today and meet Fiona and Jake.
June 4, 2022
Love Out Loud is the third book in Marissa Clarke’s Animal Attraction series. Veterinarian Dr. Fiona Nichol is very bright, loves her patients, has a heart of gold, and is overwhelmingly shy. Her greatest fear is speaking before a crowd, which is exactly what she is being asked to do at a special dinner where her work with homeless folks and their animals is being acknowledged and there is a large monetary award to help with her work.
Her friend and coworker Jane has hired a sought after speech coach to help Fiona prepare. What could not have been predicted is that the coach, Jacob Ward, is Fiona’s Hot Guy from her apartment building lobby. Nor could they have guessed his greatest fear.
In the ensuing weeks, Jake helps Fiona to narrow her ideas and prepare her speech. But so much more than that occurs. This is a lovely story of opposites who really aren’t and what they learn about each other as well as themselves. I very much enjoyed this book and I do recommend it!
Her friend and coworker Jane has hired a sought after speech coach to help Fiona prepare. What could not have been predicted is that the coach, Jacob Ward, is Fiona’s Hot Guy from her apartment building lobby. Nor could they have guessed his greatest fear.
In the ensuing weeks, Jake helps Fiona to narrow her ideas and prepare her speech. But so much more than that occurs. This is a lovely story of opposites who really aren’t and what they learn about each other as well as themselves. I very much enjoyed this book and I do recommend it!
June 6, 2022
Such a sweet story!
I feel like we waited forever for this book--#1 and #2 came out in 2017 and 2018 (I honestly barely remember the details of them, but it didn't matter for this one because it would have worked as a standalone anyway)--but it was worth the wait!
Love Out Loud is an opposites attract story--whatever you do, don't refer to it as Pygmalian-esque!--and I loved that even though both Fiona and Jake had their own issues to resolve here (and each got *some* help from the other in resolving them) no one had to be "fixed" to be loveable.
Though "fixing" animals might have been a part of the plot. #sorrynotsorry ;)
Now that all of the Animal Attraction women have found their much deserved HEAs, if Ms Clarke wanted to work on some for Marcus, Elaine, or even Charise...*I* won't complain!
Rating: 4 stars / A-
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I feel like we waited forever for this book--#1 and #2 came out in 2017 and 2018 (I honestly barely remember the details of them, but it didn't matter for this one because it would have worked as a standalone anyway)--but it was worth the wait!
Love Out Loud is an opposites attract story--whatever you do, don't refer to it as Pygmalian-esque!--and I loved that even though both Fiona and Jake had their own issues to resolve here (and each got *some* help from the other in resolving them) no one had to be "fixed" to be loveable.
Though "fixing" animals might have been a part of the plot. #sorrynotsorry ;)
Now that all of the Animal Attraction women have found their much deserved HEAs, if Ms Clarke wanted to work on some for Marcus, Elaine, or even Charise...*I* won't complain!
Rating: 4 stars / A-
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
June 10, 2022
Fiona is an amazing vet who loves her job more than anything. When she found out she was getting an award but it requires her to give a speech she starts to panic. She avoids conversations and speaking to others at all costs, Her friend steps in and hires a speech coach to help her out with her fear of public speaking. Little did she know that Jake is the guy she has had a thing for since she saw him at her apartment complex. Jake had no idea how much work he had cutout for him when he agreed to take on Fiona as a client. She is very awkward and shy but once she gets to talking she is good. Having to work on her speech has put them together a lot and the more time they spend together the more they see that they have a connection that gets stronger every day. Will they be able to make is as a couple and will Fiona be able to give her speech without panic attacks? I was given an ARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
June 6, 2022
This was an uber cute romcom that i finished in under 2 hours. Dogs and a heroine that is shy and awkward but doesn't want to be invisible?
Yeah, I'd be friends with Fiona. We'd be awkward together at first but i think we'd get comfortable in our discomfort!
I highly enjoyed and laughed at their first official (cause staring at the handsome guy/beautiful girl across a lobby doesn't count) meet-cute. Which then turns into a hilarious and uncomfortable situation as Jacob is hired to help Fiona with a speech she has to give for an award about her work as a vet that does special work for the homeless and their pets.
Jacob- I adored him. He has all the confidence in the world except around dogs. As he finally explains to Fiona later in the book, I understand his reticence towards dogs. I love how Fiona helps him understand his fears and helps him get past it.
Such a sweet romcom that I kept picturing in my mind the movie Must Love Dogs. (Though two vastly different stories.)
Yeah, I'd be friends with Fiona. We'd be awkward together at first but i think we'd get comfortable in our discomfort!
I highly enjoyed and laughed at their first official (cause staring at the handsome guy/beautiful girl across a lobby doesn't count) meet-cute. Which then turns into a hilarious and uncomfortable situation as Jacob is hired to help Fiona with a speech she has to give for an award about her work as a vet that does special work for the homeless and their pets.
Jacob- I adored him. He has all the confidence in the world except around dogs. As he finally explains to Fiona later in the book, I understand his reticence towards dogs. I love how Fiona helps him understand his fears and helps him get past it.
Such a sweet romcom that I kept picturing in my mind the movie Must Love Dogs. (Though two vastly different stories.)
May 26, 2022
This is an quick, easy read. Fiona Nichols is an incredibly shy Veterinarian who has a huge crush on the hot guy in her building. Instead of a meet cute, she has a meet cringe involving getting stuck in a revolving door and a dog toy that is a bit suggestive. Her opportunity to speak to the hot guy has turned into mortification. Of course, Fiona has to give a speech for an award for her charity work and her friend has set her up with a speech consultant, Jake Ward. Of course, Jake is the hot guy from her building. This book has a lot of humor and heart. While this is the third book in the series, it can be read as a standalone. I received an arc of this book from NetGalley for my honest review.
October 9, 2022
Fiona is a vet, she is great at it, but, she is not great at speaking. And now she has to give a freaking speech!
Jake is a speak coach and is hired to help her.
He has to understand that she is not shy. And she will help him with something that he struggles with. I did like that, they have both things to learn from each other. It is not about changing a person, just making them happier with some things.
They like each other, but it is a no gone zone, she is a client! There is some drama, silly man. But all in all a sort of short nice romance where everyone lived happily ever after.
A good narrator that brought me into the story. I felt for these two and rooted for their happy ending
Jake is a speak coach and is hired to help her.
He has to understand that she is not shy. And she will help him with something that he struggles with. I did like that, they have both things to learn from each other. It is not about changing a person, just making them happier with some things.
They like each other, but it is a no gone zone, she is a client! There is some drama, silly man. But all in all a sort of short nice romance where everyone lived happily ever after.
A good narrator that brought me into the story. I felt for these two and rooted for their happy ending
May 23, 2022
"Love Out Loud" by Marissa Clarke
A Sweet Contemporary Romance with just a bit of spice.
Just as the description said, This is "a deliciously fun, flirty rom-com"… AND, you really don’t want to miss this read. I am ever so glad I had this time with Fiona, Jake, and the dogs. I do like a fun easy read, even when it makes my eyes get extra watery, or I just must chuckle even if folks wonder why. So I must stop and try to explain without really spoiling the story for them, should they decide to read it, too! Happy Reading ! !
NOTE: I received and ARC of this story from the publisher via NetGalley
This review expresses my honest opinion
A Sweet Contemporary Romance with just a bit of spice.
Just as the description said, This is "a deliciously fun, flirty rom-com"… AND, you really don’t want to miss this read. I am ever so glad I had this time with Fiona, Jake, and the dogs. I do like a fun easy read, even when it makes my eyes get extra watery, or I just must chuckle even if folks wonder why. So I must stop and try to explain without really spoiling the story for them, should they decide to read it, too! Happy Reading ! !
NOTE: I received and ARC of this story from the publisher via NetGalley
This review expresses my honest opinion
May 29, 2022
Thank you NetGalley, Marissa Clarke and Entangled Publishing, LLC for the ARC of Love Out Loud. This is my personal review.
This book is a rom-com that is easy to read. Fiona does not like public speaking at all. It just is not something she likes to do but she has to give a speech for an award she has received and Jacob a speech coach is hired to help fer overcome her dislike of public speaking.
This was such a fun book to read, and I liked the characters and the dogs in the story make the book a complete and enjoyable few hours spent with them. The author has written a book you will enjoy and be very glad you did.
This is the third book in the Animal Attraction Series.
This book is a rom-com that is easy to read. Fiona does not like public speaking at all. It just is not something she likes to do but she has to give a speech for an award she has received and Jacob a speech coach is hired to help fer overcome her dislike of public speaking.
This was such a fun book to read, and I liked the characters and the dogs in the story make the book a complete and enjoyable few hours spent with them. The author has written a book you will enjoy and be very glad you did.
This is the third book in the Animal Attraction Series.
June 3, 2022
Attraction of Opposites.
The last thing Fiona wants or needs is to make a speech when honoured with an award. However her friends are persistent and sign her up with a public speaking coach, who coincidentally turns out to be the hot guy from her apartment building. Although not low in self esteem or confidence, Fiona finds enforced social settings extremely difficult; a fact that Jake is inclined to brush aside, until that is Fiona who quickly discovers his irrational fear, turns the tables on him.
A lighthearted read where the dogs steal the show.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The last thing Fiona wants or needs is to make a speech when honoured with an award. However her friends are persistent and sign her up with a public speaking coach, who coincidentally turns out to be the hot guy from her apartment building. Although not low in self esteem or confidence, Fiona finds enforced social settings extremely difficult; a fact that Jake is inclined to brush aside, until that is Fiona who quickly discovers his irrational fear, turns the tables on him.
A lighthearted read where the dogs steal the show.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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