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Temporary Girl
Jodi Chenault has a lot of things going for her; she has a successful business, looks, and intelligence. And she’s a master flirt. She has no problem meeting women or getting dates. She just can’t hold on to any of the women she goes out with. It’s not because she’s unlikeable, she simply can’t handle commitment.
Val Mason is hoping to find the right woman to build a life with. At her best friend’s weeklong pre-wedding party, she meets one who appears to have potential, and she’s hooked. The only problem is, she’s unknowingly hanging her hopes on the Temporary Girl.
Robin Alexander has mixed up a summertime cocktail. The ingredients are friendship, secrets, family, friends, love, and a double shot of humor.
Val Mason is hoping to find the right woman to build a life with. At her best friend’s weeklong pre-wedding party, she meets one who appears to have potential, and she’s hooked. The only problem is, she’s unknowingly hanging her hopes on the Temporary Girl.
Robin Alexander has mixed up a summertime cocktail. The ingredients are friendship, secrets, family, friends, love, and a double shot of humor.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 6, 2018
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About the author
Robin Alexander
51 books814 followersBorn in 1965, Robin Alexander grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where she still resides. An avid reader of Lesbian fiction, Robin decided to take the leap and try her hand at writing. It didn't take long for her favorite hobby to become a full-time author.
Since her heritage is Scottish and Irish and she’s allergic to seafood, she’s considered an honorary Cajun. When she’s not writing, she’s exploring her state with the top off her Jeep in search of the small towns on the water that inspire her.
Robin is awkward, sometimes shy, loaded with anxieties, accident prone, dangerous with power tools, and has been known to make idiotic decisions. She has been fortunate enough to turn her shortcomings into the hilarious characters you’ll find in her novels and short stories. Her passion is writing funny tales about falling in love, being imperfect and reveling in friendship.
Robin is convinced she has the best job in the world, and she’s extremely grateful for her fans who support her and enable her to do what she loves.
Librarian note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
Since her heritage is Scottish and Irish and she’s allergic to seafood, she’s considered an honorary Cajun. When she’s not writing, she’s exploring her state with the top off her Jeep in search of the small towns on the water that inspire her.
Robin is awkward, sometimes shy, loaded with anxieties, accident prone, dangerous with power tools, and has been known to make idiotic decisions. She has been fortunate enough to turn her shortcomings into the hilarious characters you’ll find in her novels and short stories. Her passion is writing funny tales about falling in love, being imperfect and reveling in friendship.
Robin is convinced she has the best job in the world, and she’s extremely grateful for her fans who support her and enable her to do what she loves.
Librarian note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
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October 31, 2018
So, reread this one. An one edition book so no ability to separate the reread. Still funny. Still good. Still had a few bits here or there that I found funny but hadn't first time.
Oh and I hate trying to type this In phone as I can't see anything. Not with the stupid bloodyGoodreads top section. covering almost half the screen and thge keyboard taking up the rest. I've no real idea what I'm typing. especially with that stupid bloody autocorrect on.
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This is yet another Alexander book I read and loved. Though I was worried there when I found that the book existed, had been read by others, and that the average rating was at 4 stars (it's since gone to something like 4.7, and is now back down to 4.5). I was worried because, while I say 'yet another . . .' that's more recent Alexander books that I've read and loved, there have been that I didn't love, some I didn't like, and at least one I loathed (unfortunately that one was the start of a three book series, and I'd already bought book 2 and three, still haven't read book 2 & 3 in that series).
I think I've used this phrase, or words similar, when mentioning an Alexander book: this book stars two people that have issues. Both have been working on them, and both might want to start work on the next phase of their lives, which may or may not involve a significant other (though one is more in that direction than the other; the other is still dodging the texts of her latest 'relationship' while going to a wedding, more on that later). One has commitment issues - in that they do not like being alone, hook up with someone, and use the love word way too quickly and easily (though, as noted, they know this issue and have been working on it), the other has the opposite commitment issue - one one commits too easily, this other can't commit at all (or, well, runs the other direction – away – from a woman if they start to express relationship type comments).
The commitment-phobe, Jodi, has ‘reasons’ for being what and who she is, though she can fake it. Which is where the book starts, with …. (dang, I can’t remember if it’s Jodi who is 37 or 40, or if it’s Val who is 37 or 40, one, I mean, is one age, the other is the other (though both are described as having the bodies of 20 year olds – said after seeing through lust filled eyes)). Right, let’s start that sentence again. 37 or 40 year old Jodi opens the book driving to a wedding – a ‘forced’ week long vacation. Next to her is Vince, her ‘pretend’ boyfriend (he’s gay and not out to his family). Vince, to note how the trip occurred, mentions something to his mother, after they arrive, that the trip normally takes an hour and a half but they did it in only 15 minutes, because of how Jodi drives.
Vince’s brother, by the way, is the groom. Jodi is there because of Vince. To round things out, Vince owns and operates an expensive car dealership, while Jodi owns and operates a furniture store (though it’s connected to the family store-chain).
While at the wedding, the only other lesbian in attendance takes one look at Jodi and drools. That’d be Val. Who works for a potty manufacturer (there’s a lot of good humor in this book, there’s also a lot of humor connected to Val’s job of being a potty seller that didn’t really work for me). Val’s at the wedding because she’s friends (from college) with the bride-to-be, whose name Everly. It’s important to note that another college friend is there as well – Renee, and . . . I cannot recall but I think the other two young women who pop up in the story are sisters of Everly and not Rene, though there’s a ton of people in this story and some do not even have accurate names (mostly because the others seem them as snooty and call them something like snooty one and two). I mention these two others, specifically, because of their impact on the story – Kara being the youngest at 21, though she’s much more ‘mature’ than her sister Riley (who is first seen by the reader wearing a very small barely there swimsuit that she keeps popping out of it – which is important to mention . . . for reasons).
So then: time is spent on the week-long wedding festivities (that’s about the first, oh, 50 to 55% of the book, I think), then later back in their home locations (I forget now, did they life in Baton Rouge or was the week long vacation in Baton Rouge?). Val and Jodi date. Have fun together. And stuff.
Quite fun hilarious book.
Rating: 5+
June 12 2018
Oh and I hate trying to type this In phone as I can't see anything. Not with the stupid bloodyGoodreads top section. covering almost half the screen and thge keyboard taking up the rest. I've no real idea what I'm typing. especially with that stupid bloody autocorrect on.
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This is yet another Alexander book I read and loved. Though I was worried there when I found that the book existed, had been read by others, and that the average rating was at 4 stars (it's since gone to something like 4.7, and is now back down to 4.5). I was worried because, while I say 'yet another . . .' that's more recent Alexander books that I've read and loved, there have been that I didn't love, some I didn't like, and at least one I loathed (unfortunately that one was the start of a three book series, and I'd already bought book 2 and three, still haven't read book 2 & 3 in that series).
I think I've used this phrase, or words similar, when mentioning an Alexander book: this book stars two people that have issues. Both have been working on them, and both might want to start work on the next phase of their lives, which may or may not involve a significant other (though one is more in that direction than the other; the other is still dodging the texts of her latest 'relationship' while going to a wedding, more on that later). One has commitment issues - in that they do not like being alone, hook up with someone, and use the love word way too quickly and easily (though, as noted, they know this issue and have been working on it), the other has the opposite commitment issue - one one commits too easily, this other can't commit at all (or, well, runs the other direction – away – from a woman if they start to express relationship type comments).
The commitment-phobe, Jodi, has ‘reasons’ for being what and who she is, though she can fake it. Which is where the book starts, with …. (dang, I can’t remember if it’s Jodi who is 37 or 40, or if it’s Val who is 37 or 40, one, I mean, is one age, the other is the other (though both are described as having the bodies of 20 year olds – said after seeing through lust filled eyes)). Right, let’s start that sentence again. 37 or 40 year old Jodi opens the book driving to a wedding – a ‘forced’ week long vacation. Next to her is Vince, her ‘pretend’ boyfriend (he’s gay and not out to his family). Vince, to note how the trip occurred, mentions something to his mother, after they arrive, that the trip normally takes an hour and a half but they did it in only 15 minutes, because of how Jodi drives.
Vince’s brother, by the way, is the groom. Jodi is there because of Vince. To round things out, Vince owns and operates an expensive car dealership, while Jodi owns and operates a furniture store (though it’s connected to the family store-chain).
While at the wedding, the only other lesbian in attendance takes one look at Jodi and drools. That’d be Val. Who works for a potty manufacturer (there’s a lot of good humor in this book, there’s also a lot of humor connected to Val’s job of being a potty seller that didn’t really work for me). Val’s at the wedding because she’s friends (from college) with the bride-to-be, whose name Everly. It’s important to note that another college friend is there as well – Renee, and . . . I cannot recall but I think the other two young women who pop up in the story are sisters of Everly and not Rene, though there’s a ton of people in this story and some do not even have accurate names (mostly because the others seem them as snooty and call them something like snooty one and two). I mention these two others, specifically, because of their impact on the story – Kara being the youngest at 21, though she’s much more ‘mature’ than her sister Riley (who is first seen by the reader wearing a very small barely there swimsuit that she keeps popping out of it – which is important to mention . . . for reasons).
So then: time is spent on the week-long wedding festivities (that’s about the first, oh, 50 to 55% of the book, I think), then later back in their home locations (I forget now, did they life in Baton Rouge or was the week long vacation in Baton Rouge?). Val and Jodi date. Have fun together. And stuff.
Quite fun hilarious book.
Rating: 5+
June 12 2018
January 31, 2020
“Temporary Girl” is a HUGELY enjoyable fauxmance with so many wonderful side characters supporting the story and the MCs it’ll make your head spin if you ever stop shaking with laughter long enough for a head spin!
MC’s Jodi and Val have insta-attraction for each other, while Jodi is posing as her best friend Vince’s girlfriend at a weeklong family event preparing for Vince’s brother’s wedding. Vince is gay, but has yet to come out to his family, and his family adores Jodi and can’t wait for a wedding of their own. Val’s gaydar pings on them both.
This is one of those rare books where the side characters are given as much personality and roles as the MCs….and wow does it work here!
The grandmother is stern, formal and relishes her role of matriarch…while everyone in the family can’t wait for “the old bat to die”, or something to that effect. College friends Val, Renée and the bride-to-be Everleigh are absolutely hilarious individually and together. I nearly peed myself listening to their bachelorette party antics in New Orleans. While I did have lots of fun with friends on a recent road trip to New Orleans, I can easily admit to being outdone on antics by those three women!!
Oh, and did you listen to Elle Spencer’s terrific “30 Dates in 30 Days”? Remember the date with a snake? Hahahaha the date with a snake must be a new lesfic trope, because we have a snake story here too!!! And that’s one of the milder past date stories!!
So, Jodi is not a player who uses women for sex and discards them. She wants companionship, but is terrified of a relationship. She also really, really!, excels at picking up women (18 in the last 6 months alone!); she just ghosts them when they want more than a dinner here or there. She tells Vince she’s tired of playing the role of “TG - Temporary Girl”, but doesn’t know how to break her habit. Ahhh…perhaps Vince can help!
At 42, Val is ready to find “the one” and settle down. She’s convinced that 37yo Jodi is it; she just needs to convince Jodi.
Terrific fun, no angst, banter and hilarity everywhere, all narrated wonderfully by Lori Prince. 5* - listen to this audiobook!!
MC’s Jodi and Val have insta-attraction for each other, while Jodi is posing as her best friend Vince’s girlfriend at a weeklong family event preparing for Vince’s brother’s wedding. Vince is gay, but has yet to come out to his family, and his family adores Jodi and can’t wait for a wedding of their own. Val’s gaydar pings on them both.
This is one of those rare books where the side characters are given as much personality and roles as the MCs….and wow does it work here!
The grandmother is stern, formal and relishes her role of matriarch…while everyone in the family can’t wait for “the old bat to die”, or something to that effect. College friends Val, Renée and the bride-to-be Everleigh are absolutely hilarious individually and together. I nearly peed myself listening to their bachelorette party antics in New Orleans. While I did have lots of fun with friends on a recent road trip to New Orleans, I can easily admit to being outdone on antics by those three women!!
Oh, and did you listen to Elle Spencer’s terrific “30 Dates in 30 Days”? Remember the date with a snake? Hahahaha the date with a snake must be a new lesfic trope, because we have a snake story here too!!! And that’s one of the milder past date stories!!
So, Jodi is not a player who uses women for sex and discards them. She wants companionship, but is terrified of a relationship. She also really, really!, excels at picking up women (18 in the last 6 months alone!); she just ghosts them when they want more than a dinner here or there. She tells Vince she’s tired of playing the role of “TG - Temporary Girl”, but doesn’t know how to break her habit. Ahhh…perhaps Vince can help!
At 42, Val is ready to find “the one” and settle down. She’s convinced that 37yo Jodi is it; she just needs to convince Jodi.
Terrific fun, no angst, banter and hilarity everywhere, all narrated wonderfully by Lori Prince. 5* - listen to this audiobook!!
July 13, 2018
Robin Alexander is my go to ‘I’ve-had-enough-dark-crap, please-make-me-laugh’ authors. Some of her books have been hilarious, some not so much, but they are at the very least always light and easy reads. I adore her books for this reason because I always know what to expect from them and know what mood I need to be in to enjoy them.
Jodi (the Temporary Girl with a fear of commitment) and her best friend, Vince, are at a week long event for his brother’s wedding. Since his family doesn’t know that Vince is gay, Jodi is always his plus-one beard. Vince’s soon-to-be sister-in-law’s best friend, Val, is also at the same week long event. Jodi and Val see each another and the attraction is immediate. Unfortunately, Val is under the impression that Jodi is straight (because she’s Vince’s ‘girlfriend’) and Jodi can’t use her usual charms to seduce Val because, as Vince is constantly reminding her, no one can find out they’re not a couple. Secrets do, however, come out and fun ensues.
It took me until about the 50% mark to figure out who all the characters in this book actually are. Be warned: there are A LOT more side characters here than in any typical book, including friends, sisters, brothers, sisters of friends, in-laws, parents, grandparents, on and on and on. They all have names and all are thrown around so casually at first that I felt almost like I missed something. It took me forever to figure out who the siblings were, who the parents were, and who the friends were. The only one that was obvious was the grandmother and that’s only because she had a really unique name. So, that was my first block with ’Temporary Girl,’ but once I finally got everyone straight in my head, this was typical Alexander. Light, easy, and enjoyable.
The main characters here, Jodi and Val, are very likable and very aware of their personal issues. Jodi knows she has a fear of commitment and where this fear stems from and she knows what she has to do to work through it. She can acknowledge that, more than anything, she just wants to be loved. Val, the complete opposite, has a tendency to move too fast because she’s afraid of being alone. Jodi and Val’s development towards one another as a couple was handled in a fairly realistic way only because they are both aware of their issues and were at least trying to work on them before they met; this wasn’t a case of ‘now-I’ve-met-you-and-everything-about-me-has-changed.’ The time frame in which Jodi dove into their relationship, considering she has a fear of commitment, however, was rather quick.
‘Temporary Girl’ has Alexander’s typical humor, which is no surprise. Also, as is typical for this author, there was no contrived break-up. Just another thing I adore about Alexander. I would recommend this to any Alexander fan because you’ll get what you expect when you buy her books. A good time and a good laugh.
Side note: Alexander varies on how explicit she is, I've noticed, so I'm going to note that this book was almost completely fade-to-black.
Jodi (the Temporary Girl with a fear of commitment) and her best friend, Vince, are at a week long event for his brother’s wedding. Since his family doesn’t know that Vince is gay, Jodi is always his plus-one beard. Vince’s soon-to-be sister-in-law’s best friend, Val, is also at the same week long event. Jodi and Val see each another and the attraction is immediate. Unfortunately, Val is under the impression that Jodi is straight (because she’s Vince’s ‘girlfriend’) and Jodi can’t use her usual charms to seduce Val because, as Vince is constantly reminding her, no one can find out they’re not a couple. Secrets do, however, come out and fun ensues.
It took me until about the 50% mark to figure out who all the characters in this book actually are. Be warned: there are A LOT more side characters here than in any typical book, including friends, sisters, brothers, sisters of friends, in-laws, parents, grandparents, on and on and on. They all have names and all are thrown around so casually at first that I felt almost like I missed something. It took me forever to figure out who the siblings were, who the parents were, and who the friends were. The only one that was obvious was the grandmother and that’s only because she had a really unique name. So, that was my first block with ’Temporary Girl,’ but once I finally got everyone straight in my head, this was typical Alexander. Light, easy, and enjoyable.
The main characters here, Jodi and Val, are very likable and very aware of their personal issues. Jodi knows she has a fear of commitment and where this fear stems from and she knows what she has to do to work through it. She can acknowledge that, more than anything, she just wants to be loved. Val, the complete opposite, has a tendency to move too fast because she’s afraid of being alone. Jodi and Val’s development towards one another as a couple was handled in a fairly realistic way only because they are both aware of their issues and were at least trying to work on them before they met; this wasn’t a case of ‘now-I’ve-met-you-and-everything-about-me-has-changed.’ The time frame in which Jodi dove into their relationship, considering she has a fear of commitment, however, was rather quick.
‘Temporary Girl’ has Alexander’s typical humor, which is no surprise. Also, as is typical for this author, there was no contrived break-up. Just another thing I adore about Alexander. I would recommend this to any Alexander fan because you’ll get what you expect when you buy her books. A good time and a good laugh.
Side note: Alexander varies on how explicit she is, I've noticed, so I'm going to note that this book was almost completely fade-to-black.
March 3, 2023
When you wake up your partner at 5.30am with the laughter you’re trying to hold in you know this is a good one.
Super funny. I do think you need to be ready for some ridiculous fun, if you aren’t it’ll probably annoy you.
For the veil! 🥂
Super funny. I do think you need to be ready for some ridiculous fun, if you aren’t it’ll probably annoy you.
For the veil! 🥂
July 13, 2018
With Temporary Girl, Robin Alexander has written a real classic. I was cackling away ‘till deep into the night to finish it. The story was infused with oodles of her typical Southern humor and hilarity. Her main characters Jodi (aka The Temporary Girl – the woman who can’t commit) and Val (the woman who commits to easily) and their cadre of crazy funny friends will make your sides hurt with laughter.
There are too many memorable events throughout the book to name them all but absolute highlight is the bachelorette party in New Orleans. OMG, the damage fanged cherry shots and bronze buttholes can do to a human. Lol! “For the Veil!” will stay with me for a long time.
There is a grandma (with the grand name of Udalea) in this story but only on the periphery. Main focus in the first half of the book is on the week-long marriage festivities at Eva and Brycen Halstead’s place. Jodi is there in the role of Vince Halstead’s beard. Val is there on invitation of her two (straight) best friends Everly (the bride-to-be) and Rene.
The second half is more about Val and Jodi working out their differences back home in Baton Rouge to make it work as a couple. They have to work on it a bit more than usually is the case with a Robin Alexander couple, but still the angst is kept to the barest minimum. Hurray!
Robin Alexander was in rare form with this one and if you enjoy her books you certainly cannot miss Temporary Girl.
f/f
Themes: a crazy week at the Halsteads, Val’s friends are a riot, Jodi’s parents are a whole new kind of crazy, slutty Riley and her dental floss bikini, never mix fanged cherry shots with bronze buttholes or you will end up with a stolen dildo in your pants, I loved Rene, so many crazy stories like the one where Val unknowingly made out with her cousin, Satan the cat.
5 stars
There are too many memorable events throughout the book to name them all but absolute highlight is the bachelorette party in New Orleans. OMG, the damage fanged cherry shots and bronze buttholes can do to a human. Lol! “For the Veil!” will stay with me for a long time.
There is a grandma (with the grand name of Udalea) in this story but only on the periphery. Main focus in the first half of the book is on the week-long marriage festivities at Eva and Brycen Halstead’s place. Jodi is there in the role of Vince Halstead’s beard. Val is there on invitation of her two (straight) best friends Everly (the bride-to-be) and Rene.
The second half is more about Val and Jodi working out their differences back home in Baton Rouge to make it work as a couple. They have to work on it a bit more than usually is the case with a Robin Alexander couple, but still the angst is kept to the barest minimum. Hurray!
Robin Alexander was in rare form with this one and if you enjoy her books you certainly cannot miss Temporary Girl.
f/f
Themes: a crazy week at the Halsteads, Val’s friends are a riot, Jodi’s parents are a whole new kind of crazy, slutty Riley and her dental floss bikini, never mix fanged cherry shots with bronze buttholes or you will end up with a stolen dildo in your pants, I loved Rene, so many crazy stories like the one where Val unknowingly made out with her cousin, Satan the cat.
5 stars
July 12, 2018
Absolutely hilarious as always !! :-D
December 25, 2019
And I bookend the year (and my reading challenge) with another Robin Alexander book!
I'm not sure what I expected going in, but I'm glad I did. My impression of Jodi, the Temporary Girl, changed as I learned more about her character. I guess I judged a book by its cover. ;) I found her underlying issues refreshing rather than the run-of-the-mill reformed player storyline.
Val is a total doll and, surprisingly, I found her antics with her friends entertaining. Her protective side was pretty adorable and I laughed at how everyone had a story to troll her about.
There were times when some dialogue ran too long, but overall I liked that the story didn't get into too much drama. Wow, when we meet their parents/family--I loved those parts more than I thought I would.
Well done. Another Alexander book scratched off the list!
I'm not sure what I expected going in, but I'm glad I did. My impression of Jodi, the Temporary Girl, changed as I learned more about her character. I guess I judged a book by its cover. ;) I found her underlying issues refreshing rather than the run-of-the-mill reformed player storyline.
Val is a total doll and, surprisingly, I found her antics with her friends entertaining. Her protective side was pretty adorable and I laughed at how everyone had a story to troll her about.
There were times when some dialogue ran too long, but overall I liked that the story didn't get into too much drama. Wow, when we meet their parents/family--I loved those parts more than I thought I would.
Well done. Another Alexander book scratched off the list!
July 27, 2018
You can't go wrong with a Robin Alexander book!
I laughed so much. I honestly don't think any of her other books were this funny!
I laughed so much. I honestly don't think any of her other books were this funny!
February 2, 2023
Way too many buttholes, a stolen dildo or two, Satan in cat form, and the Bitch Across the Ditch...100% things am no longer surprised to find (and shamelessly laugh at to the point of tears) in a Robin Alexander book. This book was so funny, it could have no plot at all and still get at least 4 stars from me.
This was everything I could want and need in a sapphic romcom. There was so much banter, so many ridiculous situations, a fantastic cast of characters, and two really wonderful MCs! The romance was absolutely adorable and both characters went through some really deep and sincere growth and self-discovery that balanced really well with the wealth of comedy in this book. I appreciated that it was super funny, super sweet, and heartfelt with a romance that didn't need to be angsty to feel substantial, it was just wholesome and healthy!
This is a must-listen for me. Lori Prince and Robin Alexander are audiobook soulmates, I swear! If you need help getting out of a reading slump or need a book to give you a bit of a pick-me-up, this is the one! Robin and Lori will have you laughing in no time!
This was everything I could want and need in a sapphic romcom. There was so much banter, so many ridiculous situations, a fantastic cast of characters, and two really wonderful MCs! The romance was absolutely adorable and both characters went through some really deep and sincere growth and self-discovery that balanced really well with the wealth of comedy in this book. I appreciated that it was super funny, super sweet, and heartfelt with a romance that didn't need to be angsty to feel substantial, it was just wholesome and healthy!
This is a must-listen for me. Lori Prince and Robin Alexander are audiobook soulmates, I swear! If you need help getting out of a reading slump or need a book to give you a bit of a pick-me-up, this is the one! Robin and Lori will have you laughing in no time!
July 23, 2018
I am kind of on a reading block, I want to read but nothing tickles my fancy or I start a book and just can't bring myself to continue. So I thought how about some good old Robin Alexander.
Honestly, I'm not too sure how to rate this one I really liked Jody, Val and Vince. I had some moments where I laughed out loud but it wasn't like in some of the other Robin Alexander books where I felt I got cramps from smiling so much.
The thing that threw me of the most was the overwhelming amount of characters that get introduced in very quick succession. I really struggle with names and their relations to each other and generally like it if there is a gradual introduction of characters.
So I'm a bit torn on how to rate this I think it is a 3.5 but even after I finished reading it I have no clue on some of the people's relations to each other so I'll round it down.
Honestly, I'm not too sure how to rate this one I really liked Jody, Val and Vince. I had some moments where I laughed out loud but it wasn't like in some of the other Robin Alexander books where I felt I got cramps from smiling so much.
The thing that threw me of the most was the overwhelming amount of characters that get introduced in very quick succession. I really struggle with names and their relations to each other and generally like it if there is a gradual introduction of characters.
So I'm a bit torn on how to rate this I think it is a 3.5 but even after I finished reading it I have no clue on some of the people's relations to each other so I'll round it down.
July 19, 2018
This was good. Really good
I love Robin Alexander books. My favorite is Just Jory but this one right here is right up there with it. It was great. Alexander's humor is on point for me and I actually did laugh out loud while reading several parts of this book. Also, please please have Lisa Cordlion (I think I spelled her last name wrong) narrate this book because I just kept hearing her voices she does for the dialogue.
I love Robin Alexander books. My favorite is Just Jory but this one right here is right up there with it. It was great. Alexander's humor is on point for me and I actually did laugh out loud while reading several parts of this book. Also, please please have Lisa Cordlion (I think I spelled her last name wrong) narrate this book because I just kept hearing her voices she does for the dialogue.
July 25, 2018
3.9 stars. Not the best Robin Alexander book but far from the worst. Still a solid read.
July 4, 2025
Don’t let the cover throw you off this book. Also, don’t get distracted by all of the characters that are rapidly introduced in the first two chapters. The really important ones stick around throughout the book and they are hilarious.
Jodi has given herself the name “Temporary Girl” because she dates a lot and then dips out when anyone starts showing true interest in her. Val is the opposite and has given her heart quickly in order to not be lonely. Their vibe is just delightful. The communication between the two is just top notch. There’s no miscommunication between them and no breakup, which makes my little mushy heart so happy.
It’s a great Robin Alexander book and not soooooo southern American that it alienates the reader, especially our weird southern quirks that seem to annoy some people. There’s really only one spicy scene, so this one is all about Jodi and Val overcoming their family issues and hang ups. It was just delightful.
Jodi has given herself the name “Temporary Girl” because she dates a lot and then dips out when anyone starts showing true interest in her. Val is the opposite and has given her heart quickly in order to not be lonely. Their vibe is just delightful. The communication between the two is just top notch. There’s no miscommunication between them and no breakup, which makes my little mushy heart so happy.
It’s a great Robin Alexander book and not soooooo southern American that it alienates the reader, especially our weird southern quirks that seem to annoy some people. There’s really only one spicy scene, so this one is all about Jodi and Val overcoming their family issues and hang ups. It was just delightful.
July 9, 2018
Was ok. The first half was manic and confusing. Once the MC's were off to themselves I liked it a whole lot better.
July 12, 2025
Class. made me laugh out loud - an amazing feat & slightly unnerving - but a lovely story and one to be proud of. Recommended.
December 22, 2019
The narration was great. This is going in my favorites list! Laugh out loud funny!!
September 3, 2018
I so enjoyed reading about Jodi and Val. As messed up as they both are on the relationship front, they’re funny, sharp, and just all around great people. Rather than having their baggage lead to some ridiculous blow-up, it was refreshing to instead see them talk about their issues like grownups and then watch how they grew from there. These felt like real women and I was right there with them as they experienced joy, anxiety, and everything in between.
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January 4, 2019
I have to confess...I'm a cover snob :( I see why the cover makes sense now, but I will admit it was a deterrent for me for a long while. I still don't like it, but... so this book was very funny and great! Fantastic dialog, entertaining, good story. I would definitely recommend.
Now excuse me while I go follow this woman and buy more of her books.
Now excuse me while I go follow this woman and buy more of her books.
July 20, 2024
4.5 ⭐️
The book is a thoroughly enjoyable read. If you have read any of Robin Alexander’s books, you will know what to expect, which is plenty of hilarious moments.
The story revolves around two women, Val and Jodi. They met at a week-long house party before Val's best friend's wedding, where Jodi was pretending to be her best friend's (Vince) girlfriend, who happened to be the groom’s brother. Jodi had been pretending to be in a relationship with her best friend for years so he wouldn't have to come out to his parents, so her presence with Vince’s family was nothing new. Vince’s family adored her. The supporting characters were very supportive and hilarious. One would want to be surrounded by such a supportive group of friends and family, except for grandma of course.
Vince’s term of endearment for Jodi is "Temporary Girl." Jodi tends to undermine her relationships. She would go for a couple of dates and then run for the hills when said date wants to be closer or more intimate. The book cover is a fitting portrayal of Jodi. With Val, Jodi didn't want to run and this time around, she learnt to stay put.
If you are looking for something light, easy, funny, and with near-zero angst, then "TG" would be on that list.
The book is a thoroughly enjoyable read. If you have read any of Robin Alexander’s books, you will know what to expect, which is plenty of hilarious moments.
The story revolves around two women, Val and Jodi. They met at a week-long house party before Val's best friend's wedding, where Jodi was pretending to be her best friend's (Vince) girlfriend, who happened to be the groom’s brother. Jodi had been pretending to be in a relationship with her best friend for years so he wouldn't have to come out to his parents, so her presence with Vince’s family was nothing new. Vince’s family adored her. The supporting characters were very supportive and hilarious. One would want to be surrounded by such a supportive group of friends and family, except for grandma of course.
Vince’s term of endearment for Jodi is "Temporary Girl." Jodi tends to undermine her relationships. She would go for a couple of dates and then run for the hills when said date wants to be closer or more intimate. The book cover is a fitting portrayal of Jodi. With Val, Jodi didn't want to run and this time around, she learnt to stay put.
If you are looking for something light, easy, funny, and with near-zero angst, then "TG" would be on that list.
April 1, 2023
This was my first book by Robin Alexander and it won't be my last. It was such an entertaining read with a lot of humor and wonderful characters. I have actually never read a book before that made me laugh that much. Highly recommended! 👍
September 25, 2018
The reader is either amused by the author's eccentric minor characters or not and for the first half of the book they take up much of the story and I couldn't tell them apart. The main's eccentricities at first are not alarming but moving into the second half of the story one has to wonder about being a 'Temporary Girl' for 20+ years just because her parent's have a twisted hate/hate relationship and the other MC's actions and words amped up weirdness with her family almost in an effort at matching the crazy.
Standard, readable Alexander book with people doing and saying all sorts of crazy, base things mixed together with real emotions and normalcy. I laughed only with the character of Vince who is the BFF of a main character. I still smile thinking of his talk on hating baseball.
Standard, readable Alexander book with people doing and saying all sorts of crazy, base things mixed together with real emotions and normalcy. I laughed only with the character of Vince who is the BFF of a main character. I still smile thinking of his talk on hating baseball.
July 8, 2018
When I read anything from Ms Alexander I know I won't be disappointed. They are always about women who meet and fall in love. Nice. But what makes Alexander's books so good is the journey they have to take to find their Happy- ever- after. She always has the best stars. You know, women who you just know if you were ever to meet them they would quickly become your friends. They are always smart, caring, funny ladies. But what makes her books stand out is the supporting cast. Always funny and engaging they add to the story. Here you have Jodi a very successful business woman who is scared to commit to any of the women she has dated. Her best friend Vince’s brother is getting married and takes Jodi along.This won't be the first time she has played the girl friend because he's not ready to come out to his family. The bride Everly has also brought along her best friends Val and Rene to be a part of her happy day. One of those friends is Val. She would like to meet someone to love but can't seem to find the right one. Now that they have met you are about to take journey like no other. If you are a fan of Robin's work you won't be disappointed. You know by now you are in for a treat. If you have never read any of Ms Alexander's book be prepared to fall in love with her stories. I’ll tell you now you will have no choice but to start collecting her books for your collection. As with all her books you will find yourself laughing out loud. Great read. Very, very enjoyable.
August 20, 2018
I love a book that makes me actually laugh out loud! This happened more than once in this book. Alexander books usually do have great humor in them.
June 16, 2022
My feelings reading Temporary Girl:
Hahahahahahahaha
Hihihihihihi
OHHHHHHHHH
AWWWWWWWW
HAHAHAHAHAHA
AWWWWWWWW
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Delivered all I wanted and more. Great book. Love this type of humor.
Hahahahahahahaha
Hihihihihihi
OHHHHHHHHH
AWWWWWWWW
HAHAHAHAHAHA
AWWWWWWWW
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Delivered all I wanted and more. Great book. Love this type of humor.
July 15, 2018
This might be my favorite Alexander that I’ve read. This has her typical brand of humor, but she doesn’t use too much, and it’s not excessively crass. I really liked the characters, and she also gave us time to get to know them. This was a nice, light hearted read.
June 10, 2022
I’ve never read a Robin Alexander book before and I’m glad I finally stumbled across this little gem. Temporary Girl was hilarious. I love a book that can crack me up or have me smiling like a lunatic, wondering what people around me must be thinking.
This could have been quite an angsty story, both MCs have baggage that hinders their ability to trust or fall in love, however, the chemistry is instant, and even a bit of fake dating can’t keep them apart.
Jodi is helping her best friend by posing as his girlfriend during a week-long wedding celebration. Val is best friends with the bride-to-be, so meeting Jodi is inevitable. Sparks fly, but neither can act on their feelings, as one is supposed to be straight and in a relationship. Fate has different ideas for them, and their new friendship quickly evolves into something more. Jodi, a commitment-phobe, has the added stress of trying to lose her nickname, TG – Temporary Girl.
These women are surrounded by a great group of side characters, making Temporary Girl funny, well written, and full of laugh-out-loud moments.
This could have been quite an angsty story, both MCs have baggage that hinders their ability to trust or fall in love, however, the chemistry is instant, and even a bit of fake dating can’t keep them apart.
Jodi is helping her best friend by posing as his girlfriend during a week-long wedding celebration. Val is best friends with the bride-to-be, so meeting Jodi is inevitable. Sparks fly, but neither can act on their feelings, as one is supposed to be straight and in a relationship. Fate has different ideas for them, and their new friendship quickly evolves into something more. Jodi, a commitment-phobe, has the added stress of trying to lose her nickname, TG – Temporary Girl.
These women are surrounded by a great group of side characters, making Temporary Girl funny, well written, and full of laugh-out-loud moments.
July 10, 2018
Another hit...
I can guarantee that every time I read a Robin Alexander book I will be laughing so hard. Jodie and Vince had me laughing so hard. Then Val, Everly, and Rene were just as funny. All I can say is your in for a treat. If you have read any of her other books and love them you will not be disappointed. I definitely recommend this book.
I can guarantee that every time I read a Robin Alexander book I will be laughing so hard. Jodie and Vince had me laughing so hard. Then Val, Everly, and Rene were just as funny. All I can say is your in for a treat. If you have read any of her other books and love them you will not be disappointed. I definitely recommend this book.
December 25, 2019
I've read this and just recently got it on audiobook.
First: Lori Prince is one of my favorite narrators and I was happy she got to narrate a book from one of my favorite favorite authors! And y'all, she smashed it! I wonder how she kept her composure recording, I was cracking up!
Second: I know I mentioned it but, Robin Alexander is one of my favorite authors. Easily top 5 because of her ability to make me laugh. I own this book and was thrilled to see it on Audible. I want more Robin Alexander books on audiobooks.
Third: Now the book... I really loved this story and it made me crack up laughing so hard many times. The Romance kept me warm these winter nights. The laughter kept me smiling and sane. I desperately want 'butthole' shots now because they change your life.
I'll be giving this a listen a few more times and one of those books I will visit at least once a year. If you're looking for angst this doesn't have it... not really. No unnecessary breakups for the sake of drama and bringing the characters together after some melodramatic misunderstanding. It's a wholesome story that's not boring at all! Even the last scene will leave you either laughing or with a smile on your face.
I think by now you know, I highly recommend this! And If you haven't read or listened to 'Just Jorie' by Robin Alexander, go now, go find it and listen to it and be happy!!
First: Lori Prince is one of my favorite narrators and I was happy she got to narrate a book from one of my favorite favorite authors! And y'all, she smashed it! I wonder how she kept her composure recording, I was cracking up!
Second: I know I mentioned it but, Robin Alexander is one of my favorite authors. Easily top 5 because of her ability to make me laugh. I own this book and was thrilled to see it on Audible. I want more Robin Alexander books on audiobooks.
Third: Now the book... I really loved this story and it made me crack up laughing so hard many times. The Romance kept me warm these winter nights. The laughter kept me smiling and sane. I desperately want 'butthole' shots now because they change your life.
I'll be giving this a listen a few more times and one of those books I will visit at least once a year. If you're looking for angst this doesn't have it... not really. No unnecessary breakups for the sake of drama and bringing the characters together after some melodramatic misunderstanding. It's a wholesome story that's not boring at all! Even the last scene will leave you either laughing or with a smile on your face.
I think by now you know, I highly recommend this! And If you haven't read or listened to 'Just Jorie' by Robin Alexander, go now, go find it and listen to it and be happy!!
February 2, 2020
DNF. I gave up around 26% spent in the company of the most shallow, puerile, and mostly straight group of people I’d never hope to meet discussing ‘putting out for husbands’, body shaming and two MCs who’s deep connection is that they think each other hot. I can’t take more.
If this is your kind of thing then you’ll find this well written and all. For me, in real life and fantasy, I’m running away. Fast as I can.
If this is your kind of thing then you’ll find this well written and all. For me, in real life and fantasy, I’m running away. Fast as I can.
September 17, 2018
I could not stop laughing. Great romantic comedy with a huge corral of great supporting characters. If you want to feel good, read this book!
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