Book Description:
What’s wrong with a little bit of faking it?
After Josie got dumped by her ex through a note on the fridge, she hasn’t let herself get close to anyone. But when she meets Cameron at a Halloween party, who turns up in the same Ghostbusters costume as her, it’s virtually impossible to stay away.
Cameron, a curly haired video-games designer with dazzling blue eyes, the sexiest dimples and the same encyclopaedic knowledge of movies as Josie, seems too good to be true.
And maybe he is… Because there’s one teeny tiny problem as Josie falls madly in love. Cameron has no idea that Josie lives at home with her ex-porn star parents and their dog Dave, or about the minor detail that she works for their sex toy empire. After her ex broke up with her because of the family business, Josie decides to tell a little white lie.
But it’s just a matter of time until the truth comes out. When it does, will Cameron end things, leaving Josie with only Dave the dog for company? And what if she’s not the only one who’s keeping secrets?
So funny it should come with a warning! Don’t read while eating/drinking/in public – embarrassment will ensue. The perfect romantic comedy for anyone whose love life is more extinct than dinosaurs, and for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Lindsey Kelk and Emily Henry.
BLOG TOUR REVIEW
Review for 'Great Sexpectations' by Kristen Bailey.
Read and reviewed via NetGalley for Kristen Bailey, Bookouture publishers and Bookouture anonymous
Publication date 28th July 2022.
This is the third book I have read by this author. I have also read 'How Much Wine Will Fix My Broken Heart?' and 'An I Allergic To Men' which are books 4 and 5 in 'The Callaghan Sisters' series and which I loved and would definitely recommend.
I was originally drawn to this book by its eye catching cover and its intriguing and hilarious synopsis and title. The synopsis stated that this book is 'The perfect romantic comedy for anyone whose love life is more extinct than dinosaurs, and for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Emily Henry.' I am a huge fan of Sophie Kinsella so am looking forward to seeing if this lives up to this statement. I am also a huge fan of Kristen Bailey and if this is half as good as' How Much Wine Will Fix A Broken Heart?' and 'Am I Allergic To Men?' it is sure to be a page turning read. I must admit I was also biased due to the publisher being Bookouture. I have yet to read a book published by Bookouture that I haven't enjoyed. Hopefully this won't be the first... Watch this space! (Written before I started reading the book).
This novel consists of 23 chapters. The chapters are medium in length so possible to read 'just one more chapter' before bed...OK, I know yeah right, but still just in case!
This book is based in England, UK 🇬🇧. The bonus for me of books that are partly or fully based in the UK is that I live in the UK and have sometimes visited places mentioned in the book which makes it easier to picture. The fact that this book is based in Ireland is even better as I have been on holiday in England many times so may even recognise some places Kristen has set the book around.
This book is written in first person perspective and the main protagonist is Josie. The benefits of books written in first person perspective are as long as they are well written it makes you feel that you are being spoken to by the protagonist and it can create more of a bond between yourselves and them. If there are several protagonists you also get to see more of what is going on.
'Great Sexpectations' discusses some topics that may trigger some readers or may not be suitable for others. I like to point this out ahead of time in my reviews so you can judge if this book is for you or not. In this book Kristen discusses/includes strong language and sexual content. Due to these I would recommend reading age of 16 plus.
OMG!!!! I CANNOT REMEMBER THE LAST TIME I LAUGHED SO MUCH!!! What an absolutely page turning, refreshing, laugh a minute read!!!! It is perfectly written to hook the reader in and the title, cover and synopsis is perfect for the storyline.
I was absolutely landed to discover this absolute page turner!! After I had finished the last book in the 'Callaghan Sisters: series (absolute must reads by the way!!) I didn't think I would ever laugh at a book so much again. Well, Kristen absolutely blew me away with this one and I love Josie just as much as the Callaghan which I am mind blown about as I genuinely didn't think I'd find characters as amazing as them ladies!! I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVED this book which got me hook, line and sinker!! I absolutely devoured it in one reading and was completely absorbed throughout!! I will say one thing, you will never find a book like this again!!! Well, I mean good luck finding one which includes porn start parents, a Nan who swears like a sailor, strawberry scented dildos and insults that include the word pissflaps!!! Which, by the way Kristen, I would like to thank you for my favourite new insult!!! Absolutely bloody hilarious!!! I loved that it feels that Josie is talking directly to me over a cup of tea at the kitchen table. I coinldnt stop laughing from the first page to the end. I adore the fact that although there are quite sad moments and emotional times that within minutes Kristen has you laughing until you are in tears again. This book is a complete breathe of fresh air and is the perfect mix of 'Bridesmaids' and 'The Hangover' and 'Bridget Jones Diaries' but funnier!!!! I genuinely couldn't recommend this book any more!!!! This is the most hilarious book I have read this year, and more and if you are looking for a light hearted read filled with romance, alcohol, love, comedy, sadness, family and so, so much more you are in the right place!!
WARNING!!! GET READY TO LAUGH UNTIL YOU CRY WITH THIS UNFORGETTABLE, HILARIOUS, AND UNPUTDOWNABLE BOOK OF THE YEAR!
Kristen always creates such amazing, independent, inspirational and unforgettable characters and just as I loved the Callaghan sisters and all their amazing friends and family l absolutely loved Josie, Cameron and the rest of the amazing gang, especially Nan!!! They were all an eclectic mix and each one of them were realistic and strong. One of the best things about Kristen's characters are they are people I can relate to and they are all larger than life!!! I was completely invested in them all!! Starting with Josie who has former porn stars for parents!! She has achieved so much and creates such momentous moments with her planning but because of one dickhead she has become ashamed o her life and ends up getting herself caught in a tangle of webs when it comes to Cameron. Josie and Cameron make such a gorgeous couple and the romantic moments they share are beautiful but your constantly on edge wondering what will happen when the truth is revealed!!! Will the Perfect Ghostbusting couple survive?? Josie has such a beautiful support network of family, friends and colleagues and their relationships all shine through the pages. Johnny (aka Fabio) and Susie are Josie's parents and I warn you now not to drink any hot drinks while reading this book as some of the things these two (and Nan) come out with will make you spit your tea out!!! This book should really come with a danger warning!! This couple are the famous ex porn stars with a habit of embarrassing Josie. Would you be happy with your parents handing out condoms on Halloween? That's just the type of couple these are!! Absolutely hilarious and fantastic in every single way!!! When you start this book and think these two are bad we'll wait until you meet the infamous Nan!!!! Absolutely love, love, LOVE this no filter lady. If little kind old lady comes to mind when you think Nan well think again "pissflaps" as this lady takes no crap and will shame you until you want the world to swallow you whole!!! Just the type of woman I would love to add to my family!!! Let's not forget Sonny, Josie's soap star brother who may not be the best when it comes to looking after his money (who buys a bronze sculpture of a naked man for fun?), "Why So Serious?" may be his motto but he is funny, adorable and a fantastic brother to Josie. It's not only Josie, Cameron and the family that make this book the laugh a minute and unputdownable read that it is but also Michelle, Tina, Ruby, Brett and I could just go on. Needless to say these are some of the most amazing, unforgettable characters I have ever met and up with the best along with the Callaghan girls!!
So sit back, relax, grab the tissues (as you'll be crying with laughter, why else!!! Dirty mind!) and get ready to learn about glow in the dark condoms, strawberry scented dildos, vegan condoms, how it feels when your school friends have seen your parents in porn, butt plugs and much much more!! You won't regret it!! Fifty shades has nothing on Great Sexpectations!!!
A MASSIVE WELL DONE to Kristen on yet another HUGE success!!! I loved every page of your book and I cannot wait to read more of your past and hopefully future books. This is why you are my favourite author to go to when I need a pick me up and laugh out load!!
Overall a laugh a minute, heart warming, addictive genuine page turner that will have you crying with laughter.
Genres covered in this book include Romance Novel, Humorous Fiction, Love, Sex and Marriage Humour, Contemporary Romance, Family Sagas and Domestic Fiction amongst others.
I would recommend this book to the fans of the above as well as fans of JoJo Moyes, Cecilia Ahern, Sophie Kinsella, Emily Henry, 'Bridesmaids', 'The Hangover', 'Bridget Jones Diaries', and anyone looking for one hell of a laugh!!!
319 pages.
This book is just 99p to purchase on kindle via Amazon which I think is an absolute bargain for this book!!!
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Author Bio:
Mother-of-four, gin-drinker, binge-watcher, receipt hoarder, enthusiastic but terrible cook. Kristen also writes. She has had short fiction published in several publications including Mslexia & Riptide. Her first two novels, Souper Mum and Second Helpings were published in 2016. In 2019, she was long listed in the Comedy Women in Print Prize and has since joined the Bookouture family. She writes women's fiction and she hopes her novels have fresh and funny things to say about modern life, love and family.
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