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My Neighbor's Secret
I can’t stand my new, squeaky-clean hunk of a next-door neighbor. For valid reasons, by the way. That man did me so dirty. But when I’m stripping wallpaper in my new, dilapidated bedroom and discover a peephole giving me a perfect view of his bedroom, I find out my smoking hot, infuriating next-door neighbor isn’t so squeaky clean, after all. In fact, he’s shockingly filthy. Not to mention, drool-worthy and eye-popping.
I’m glad I’ve discovered my neighbor’s secret, though; because I’ve got a secret of my own. Now, I'm thinking we should team up to solve both our problems, and maybe even have some naughty fun along the way.
MY NEIGHBOR’s SECRET is a spicy, raunchy, hilarious, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, standalone rom com that will make you laugh, swoon, and fan yourself all the way to Auggie and Charlotte’s happily ever after.
I’m glad I’ve discovered my neighbor’s secret, though; because I’ve got a secret of my own. Now, I'm thinking we should team up to solve both our problems, and maybe even have some naughty fun along the way.
MY NEIGHBOR’s SECRET is a spicy, raunchy, hilarious, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, standalone rom com that will make you laugh, swoon, and fan yourself all the way to Auggie and Charlotte’s happily ever after.
372 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 1, 2025
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Lauren Rowe
66 books5,935 followersUSA Today and internationally bestselling author Lauren Rowe lives in San Diego, California, where, in addition to writing books, she performs with her dance/party band at events all over Southern California, writes songs, walks her dogs, and spends time with her family and friends.
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November 21, 2023
OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGG! I am so ridiculously excited to bring you My Neighbor's Secret! I love this one sooooooo much!!!!
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January 1, 2024
This story was a fantastic little surprise! I can’t really tell you what I expected (lol), but what I experienced was way more than just a romantic comedy about a next door neighbor! I was fully entertained while swooning all over the place. I mean one minute I am cry-laughing and the next I am actually shedding a tear or two! What is this magic word wizardry?! I love Lauren Rowe’s style SO MUCH because it’s always a well written surprise!
There’s no denying that you will not want to put down this book once you begin. There is just entirely too much goodness in between these pages! GO DO THE THING NOW!
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There’s no denying that you will not want to put down this book once you begin. There is just entirely too much goodness in between these pages! GO DO THE THING NOW!
Seriously, RIGHT NOW ⇒ https://books2read.com/LRMNS
November 21, 2023
Anyone who knows me knows that I will read anything Lauren Rowe writes. Her books are like crack to me. I cannot get enough!
I was so excited when she announced she was releasing a new book, I always am excited and then when I saw it was Auggie and Charlotte’s story? Say no more, I didn’t even need to read the blurb, I knew I was going to love this book and just as predicted, I freaking loved it and I devoured every word in one-sitting and now, I’m left sitting here with the worlds worst book hangovers!
My Neighbors Secret was such a quirky, swoony and spicy read! It starts out as a failed meet-cute between Charlotte and Auggie but soon changes into an enemies-to-lovers relationship between these two neighbors with insane chemistry… and of course, the chemistry leads to so much more and what started out as a failed meet-cute turned enemies-to-lovers turns into a passionate and steamy love story.
The situations they got themselves into had me laughing out loud. These two were amazing. The chemistry, the connection, the banter and the push and pull between these two drove me crazy in the best way possible and had me swooning and fanning myself throughout the book!
The author put the perfect amount of humor, and heat with twists and turns that I did not see coming! It was such a rollercoaster! But a rollercoaster that I will gladly ride again and again!
All in all, this was a fantastic read that has taken first place as my favourite book of Lauren Rowe’s.
You need to read this book!!
5 STARS!
I was so excited when she announced she was releasing a new book, I always am excited and then when I saw it was Auggie and Charlotte’s story? Say no more, I didn’t even need to read the blurb, I knew I was going to love this book and just as predicted, I freaking loved it and I devoured every word in one-sitting and now, I’m left sitting here with the worlds worst book hangovers!
My Neighbors Secret was such a quirky, swoony and spicy read! It starts out as a failed meet-cute between Charlotte and Auggie but soon changes into an enemies-to-lovers relationship between these two neighbors with insane chemistry… and of course, the chemistry leads to so much more and what started out as a failed meet-cute turned enemies-to-lovers turns into a passionate and steamy love story.
The situations they got themselves into had me laughing out loud. These two were amazing. The chemistry, the connection, the banter and the push and pull between these two drove me crazy in the best way possible and had me swooning and fanning myself throughout the book!
The author put the perfect amount of humor, and heat with twists and turns that I did not see coming! It was such a rollercoaster! But a rollercoaster that I will gladly ride again and again!
All in all, this was a fantastic read that has taken first place as my favourite book of Lauren Rowe’s.
You need to read this book!!
5 STARS!
December 29, 2023
5 Star Review My Neighbor's Secret by Lauren Rowe
I could not wait to read My Neighbor's Secret after meeting Auggie in his brothers’ previous book. I knew the woman who would capture his interest would be special and that’s Charlotte.
Agreeing to help one another out, neighbour’s Auggie and Charlotte need to put aside their differences for the time being, a cease fire if you will.
Neither expected the sparks that ignite between them but once they do, all bets are off.
My Neighbor’s Secret is a well written, highly entertaining story that ticked all the boxes for me. I love Lauren Rowe’s style of writing; she is one of my go to authors. I know whenever I pick up a book that I am in for a well fabulous read with characters who you cannot help but fall for.
I could not wait to read My Neighbor's Secret after meeting Auggie in his brothers’ previous book. I knew the woman who would capture his interest would be special and that’s Charlotte.
Agreeing to help one another out, neighbour’s Auggie and Charlotte need to put aside their differences for the time being, a cease fire if you will.
Neither expected the sparks that ignite between them but once they do, all bets are off.
My Neighbor’s Secret is a well written, highly entertaining story that ticked all the boxes for me. I love Lauren Rowe’s style of writing; she is one of my go to authors. I know whenever I pick up a book that I am in for a well fabulous read with characters who you cannot help but fall for.
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December 24, 2024Paused @ 10%.
The beginning of this book made me feel incredibly anxious (references to financial struggles, unsupportive families) and the FMC irrationally lashing out at the MMC as a stress response kind of rubbed me the wrong way. Maybe it’s behaviour I recognise in myself, lol.
A lot of the other reviews are glowing, so I might come back to this another time.
The beginning of this book made me feel incredibly anxious (references to financial struggles, unsupportive families) and the FMC irrationally lashing out at the MMC as a stress response kind of rubbed me the wrong way. Maybe it’s behaviour I recognise in myself, lol.
A lot of the other reviews are glowing, so I might come back to this another time.
January 13, 2024
Very fun with a plot point I haven't read before!
😠 dislike to lovers
👥 forced proximity / neighbors
❤️ he falls first
🐶 includes a dog
🔥 spicy secrets
dual POV
4/5 stars ⭐️
3/5 spice level 🌶️
😠 dislike to lovers
👥 forced proximity / neighbors
❤️ he falls first
🐶 includes a dog
🔥 spicy secrets
dual POV
4/5 stars ⭐️
3/5 spice level 🌶️
December 4, 2023
Okay Read
This was an okay read. I think I got spoiled with this author’s earlier series (Morgan Family, Reed, Hate/Love duet). This and the other books released this year have just been okay reads to me. They seem to lack that sparking connection between the main characters. Yes, their relationship sizzles with their on page interactions, but I just haven’t felt a true connection with them on the pages. I found myself skimming pages during the last 25% of the book.
I’m glad this author is releasing books again, but as someone who really enjoyed and binged all her previous books, I feel like something is missing. For new readers, you will find these newer books enjoyable, but I would recommend reading her earlier works, too.
This was an okay read. I think I got spoiled with this author’s earlier series (Morgan Family, Reed, Hate/Love duet). This and the other books released this year have just been okay reads to me. They seem to lack that sparking connection between the main characters. Yes, their relationship sizzles with their on page interactions, but I just haven’t felt a true connection with them on the pages. I found myself skimming pages during the last 25% of the book.
I’m glad this author is releasing books again, but as someone who really enjoyed and binged all her previous books, I feel like something is missing. For new readers, you will find these newer books enjoyable, but I would recommend reading her earlier works, too.
December 4, 2023
I haven't giggled as much as I have with this story in a long time!
Auggie and Charlotte's story started of WILd and continued to be as sexy as ever! I did not expect those two to have such explosive chemistry as they do.
Charlotte has had some bad luck over the last few weeks.. getting fired from her job and buying a new condo to flip have drained her bank account ... as well as some other stuff that you will find out when you read the book. So Charkitte is looking for a way to make some quick cash. When she finds out her hot neighbors secret she jumps on the chance to make some cash.
Auggie is one of the sweetest guys I have ever read. He does some stuff you wont expect from him but you will still fall in love with this guy.
Lauren has made me giggle, swoon and almost shed a tear with this new book!
5 Stars
Auggie and Charlotte's story started of WILd and continued to be as sexy as ever! I did not expect those two to have such explosive chemistry as they do.
Charlotte has had some bad luck over the last few weeks.. getting fired from her job and buying a new condo to flip have drained her bank account ... as well as some other stuff that you will find out when you read the book. So Charkitte is looking for a way to make some quick cash. When she finds out her hot neighbors secret she jumps on the chance to make some cash.
Auggie is one of the sweetest guys I have ever read. He does some stuff you wont expect from him but you will still fall in love with this guy.
Lauren has made me giggle, swoon and almost shed a tear with this new book!
5 Stars
December 1, 2023
My Neighbor's Secret by Lauren Rowe is the story 0f Auggie and Charlotte. Charlotte and Auggie have sparks flying from the start. But, they can't seem to over come their bickering attitude towards each other. They these two end up as neighbors which leads to more bickering until they both realize that they other person maybe useful. So they then go into a bargain that has them finding their is more to them then what they first saw. Enjoyed this book.
December 11, 2023
4.5 stars
Holy..... wow. Just WOW!
The first time I saw Lauren Rowe post a teaser for this book I just knew I have to read this. And dear god, what an entertaining joyride this was! I couldn't put it down, read it in one sitting and stopped at 2am, with a huge smile on my face. You know what? That smile was put on my face from the very beginning and never left. Sometimes it got brighter, other times I had to laugh out loud and other time I couldn't help but chuckle. Yes, I haven't smiled this big and and over such a long period in a while. I'm pretty sure my muscles in my cheeks are sore.
Auggie and Charlotte are fantastic characters and they perfectly balanced each other out. Charlotte is quirky, funny, thoughtful, clever and has a big heart. Auggie is charismatic, down to earth, having an even bigger heart.
I loved their meet-cute and how the hit it off on the wrong food. And when this made a quick u-turn, their relationship developing in rapid speed, it never came off as unbelievable. It made perfect sense for these two. It was just their pace.
Their chemistry is off the charts in- and outside of the bedroom. I can't remember ever having so much fun reading the spice part in a book. It was definitely refreshing.
My Neighbor's Secret is super funny, witty and fast paced, with extremely lovable characters. It's like a ray of sunshine in this dark winter period and the perfect moodlifter.
P.S.: Don't forget to click the link in the book right after you finish the epilogue, you won't regret it!
Holy..... wow. Just WOW!
The first time I saw Lauren Rowe post a teaser for this book I just knew I have to read this. And dear god, what an entertaining joyride this was! I couldn't put it down, read it in one sitting and stopped at 2am, with a huge smile on my face. You know what? That smile was put on my face from the very beginning and never left. Sometimes it got brighter, other times I had to laugh out loud and other time I couldn't help but chuckle. Yes, I haven't smiled this big and and over such a long period in a while. I'm pretty sure my muscles in my cheeks are sore.
Auggie and Charlotte are fantastic characters and they perfectly balanced each other out. Charlotte is quirky, funny, thoughtful, clever and has a big heart. Auggie is charismatic, down to earth, having an even bigger heart.
I loved their meet-cute and how the hit it off on the wrong food. And when this made a quick u-turn, their relationship developing in rapid speed, it never came off as unbelievable. It made perfect sense for these two. It was just their pace.
Their chemistry is off the charts in- and outside of the bedroom. I can't remember ever having so much fun reading the spice part in a book. It was definitely refreshing.
My Neighbor's Secret is super funny, witty and fast paced, with extremely lovable characters. It's like a ray of sunshine in this dark winter period and the perfect moodlifter.
P.S.: Don't forget to click the link in the book right after you finish the epilogue, you won't regret it!
December 24, 2023
The perfect amount of awe worthy sweetness and steamy spice! At several points I felt the secondhand embarrassment and actually laughed out loud. There were a lot of moments that pulled at my heart strings though too, especially with Lloyd and Althea. I love that we got a little glimpse into another story there.
I think the whole book was just adorable, even with the spicy scenes because their feelings were just so clear.
I did feel it was strange that Charlotte was so adamant about being close to Carlo and his people, and then when they finally all met up, they never saw each other again. If they didn’t just let that storyline go, and maybe made the deadline more than a few weeks I would give 5 stars. Their connection was so strong, but two weeks to decide so much of your life is insanity. Make it three weeks or something 😂
Also, where the heck did Auggie’s dad go? Did his girlfriend take all the money and run? Did he die? Does the mob get him? WHERE. DID. HE. GO?!
I think the whole book was just adorable, even with the spicy scenes because their feelings were just so clear.
I did feel it was strange that Charlotte was so adamant about being close to Carlo and his people, and then when they finally all met up, they never saw each other again. If they didn’t just let that storyline go, and maybe made the deadline more than a few weeks I would give 5 stars. Their connection was so strong, but two weeks to decide so much of your life is insanity. Make it three weeks or something 😂
Also, where the heck did Auggie’s dad go? Did his girlfriend take all the money and run? Did he die? Does the mob get him? WHERE. DID. HE. GO?!
December 2, 2023
Initially, I struggled with this book. I couldn't get invested in Auggie or Charlotte. I just wasn't in the mood for their capers, pettiness, and constant disagreements. Charlotte is definitely a 'Nut Job' because she was impulsive and pretty crazy. Auggie was sweet and his heart was in the right place. However, once they put aside their squabbles and hatched a plan to solve both their big problems, they got on really well and had blazing hot chemistry!! Their time together was ridiculous fun, sexy AF, and feel-good. I enjoyed their optimism and some of their exchanges even pulled at my heartstrings. Overall, a slow start for me but once they got going, they really revved my engine, and I was rooting for them all the way.
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December 16, 2023
This was an ARC read for me, and this is my honest review.
I have to say I really enjoyed My Neighbors Secret by Lauren Rowe. I think this book was just so good. It has everything I look for in a book, a good storyline, awesome characters, spice, and good interactions between characters. This book will leave you on the edge of your seat wanting more.
The way Auggie and Charlotte meet is just hilarious, and you'll laugh and cry. They meet they have a connection, but Charlotte usually doesn't trust the pretty boy band type of boys. But she runs into him again and not a good experience. But they find out they live in same building. Then it heats up from there when they both get in a jam and have to help each other out, with raising money for each of their causes in an unexpected way.
This book will have you wanting more of all the characters. So definitely a must read!!
I have to say I really enjoyed My Neighbors Secret by Lauren Rowe. I think this book was just so good. It has everything I look for in a book, a good storyline, awesome characters, spice, and good interactions between characters. This book will leave you on the edge of your seat wanting more.
The way Auggie and Charlotte meet is just hilarious, and you'll laugh and cry. They meet they have a connection, but Charlotte usually doesn't trust the pretty boy band type of boys. But she runs into him again and not a good experience. But they find out they live in same building. Then it heats up from there when they both get in a jam and have to help each other out, with raising money for each of their causes in an unexpected way.
This book will have you wanting more of all the characters. So definitely a must read!!
April 8, 2025
HAHAHAHAH WHAT THE FUCK DID I JUST READ
I feel like I've read a decent amount of romance novels by this point (if I do say so myself), and nothing really surprises me anymore. BUT NOT THIS TIME.
my goodness, I don't know what I was expecting but I was not expecting anything that happened in this book (and this is coming off of a reddit post that told me that this book had a ). I loved how this was the perfect blend of funny, crazy and wholesome haha. ESPECIALLY the whole arc about And OMG when .
Anyways, if you're looking for a book that will break you out of your slump, you should read this book for sure. It's funny, it's ridiculous, it has a little bit of mystery, a little bit of the mafia, and an enemies to lovers arc! What more could you want in a book?
I feel like I've read a decent amount of romance novels by this point (if I do say so myself), and nothing really surprises me anymore. BUT NOT THIS TIME.
my goodness, I don't know what I was expecting but I was not expecting anything that happened in this book (and this is coming off of a reddit post that told me that this book had a ). I loved how this was the perfect blend of funny, crazy and wholesome haha. ESPECIALLY the whole arc about And OMG when .
Anyways, if you're looking for a book that will break you out of your slump, you should read this book for sure. It's funny, it's ridiculous, it has a little bit of mystery, a little bit of the mafia, and an enemies to lovers arc! What more could you want in a book?
November 20, 2023
Note: This review is for an ARC and is my unbiased opinion.
4.5 Stars
My Neighbor's Secret was a lot of fun. It starts out with an entertaining meet cute and morphs into an enemy situation. Then a little something-something occurs that forms an unexpected alliance, which ends in a passionate love story. That is this romance in a nutshell. What elevates all that is Rowe's humor, her characters, the chemistry between them, and the sticky situations she put them in.
Charlotte was a spitfire and Auggie was a sweetheart. They were fire when they were hating on each other with their mean banter and actions, but they were explosive when they were working together. The lengths they went to solve their problems were both hilarious and fan (think wind blowing) worthy. There were also some very swoony moments between the two of them. I loved the evolution of their relationship.
Since this is a standalone in a series of connected books, it was fun to see characters I loved in the past show up. Auggie's brother Max's younger brother from Who's Your Daddy? was fun to see show up for his brother. I also loved T-Rod/Tessa's from Captain along with her family heavily featured in this book since she's Charlotte's best friend. Plus, there were also some really fun new characters to ramp this story up. Oh, and Auggie's dog Lucky brought something super special to the story.
Overall, this was another great romantic comedy from Rowe. I can't wait to read what she writes next.
You can find this review and others like it at A Novel Glimpse .
4.5 Stars
My Neighbor's Secret was a lot of fun. It starts out with an entertaining meet cute and morphs into an enemy situation. Then a little something-something occurs that forms an unexpected alliance, which ends in a passionate love story. That is this romance in a nutshell. What elevates all that is Rowe's humor, her characters, the chemistry between them, and the sticky situations she put them in.
Charlotte was a spitfire and Auggie was a sweetheart. They were fire when they were hating on each other with their mean banter and actions, but they were explosive when they were working together. The lengths they went to solve their problems were both hilarious and fan (think wind blowing) worthy. There were also some very swoony moments between the two of them. I loved the evolution of their relationship.
Since this is a standalone in a series of connected books, it was fun to see characters I loved in the past show up. Auggie's brother Max's younger brother from Who's Your Daddy? was fun to see show up for his brother. I also loved T-Rod/Tessa's from Captain along with her family heavily featured in this book since she's Charlotte's best friend. Plus, there were also some really fun new characters to ramp this story up. Oh, and Auggie's dog Lucky brought something super special to the story.
Overall, this was another great romantic comedy from Rowe. I can't wait to read what she writes next.
You can find this review and others like it at A Novel Glimpse .
December 3, 2023
Like with most books, I went in blind for this one. When I realized the book was about Charlotte, who I feel I've known for years at this point, I was so happy. This girl needed a story!
It was fun, very spicy, and had a solid plot going with it. It brought me back to Lauren's earlier books where there was some bad people involved, and I really enjoyed that!
Auggie was so sweet. I truly loved that man.
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It was fun, very spicy, and had a solid plot going with it. It brought me back to Lauren's earlier books where there was some bad people involved, and I really enjoyed that!
Auggie was so sweet. I truly loved that man.
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December 1, 2023
My Neighbor’s Secret is one of the funniest and most original books I’ve read this year!
Read this one for:
— Veterinary student with a heart of gold
— Laid off flight attendant who is feisty and the life of the party
— An adorable dog
— Close proximity
— Enemies to lovers
— He falls first
— Surprising secrets
Charlotte and Auggie are amazing together. The moment they meet, it's like a firecracker going off. When they stop fighting and start collaborating, they are still explosive, but in a great way. There is something so heartwarming about their loyalty to each other. These two deserve a happily ever after.
Somehow Lauren Rowe includes all kinds of laugh out loud funny, quirky, and spicy moments along with some truly heartfelt and swoony ones. While this is a complete standalone, there are cameos that will make both new and OG Lauren Rowe fans very happy!
My Neighbor’s Secret is a must read for romcom lovers. It’s definitely one of my 2023 standout reads!
Thank you to Lauren Rowe for an early copy of this book.
Read this one for:
— Veterinary student with a heart of gold
— Laid off flight attendant who is feisty and the life of the party
— An adorable dog
— Close proximity
— Enemies to lovers
— He falls first
— Surprising secrets
Charlotte and Auggie are amazing together. The moment they meet, it's like a firecracker going off. When they stop fighting and start collaborating, they are still explosive, but in a great way. There is something so heartwarming about their loyalty to each other. These two deserve a happily ever after.
Somehow Lauren Rowe includes all kinds of laugh out loud funny, quirky, and spicy moments along with some truly heartfelt and swoony ones. While this is a complete standalone, there are cameos that will make both new and OG Lauren Rowe fans very happy!
My Neighbor’s Secret is a must read for romcom lovers. It’s definitely one of my 2023 standout reads!
Thank you to Lauren Rowe for an early copy of this book.
May 25, 2024
This was such a fun book!
I loved Auggie he is such a sweetheart hero ❤️
I loved Auggie he is such a sweetheart hero ❤️
May 31, 2025
So dumb, and yet I cried
December 5, 2025
It started out fun but the way the fmc got her debt was too silly even for me.
February 4, 2026
DNF after listening for a short time and being sick of hearing about peep holes and sex. It was just too much.
December 5, 2023
Lauren Rowe delivers again! These two are precious! Enemies to lovers. Banter is great! Super fun story!
November 13, 2025
Well that was… different. Convoluted but in a fun way?
December 20, 2025
This one was so much fun! 😍
December 1, 2023
Well Ms. Rowe, you have done it again! I absolutely fell hard and completely embraced this story from start to finish.
This is Auggie's long-awaited story (well at least for me it was). I am always a sucker for the shy, quiet, nerdy types and Auggie doesn't fail to deliver all the goods!
Charlotte is just the person Auggie needs to bring the sparkle and fun into his world.
Their meet-cute, wasn't very pretty, in fact, it was downright vicious. But eventually, the heart wants what it wants and when Charlotte and Auggie come together, well it's a house on fire with swoons, heat, and hilarity!
The mystery, the intrigue and the downright laughs you are going to get from this new story from Lauren Rowe is epic.
I always love a happily ever after story!
This is Auggie's long-awaited story (well at least for me it was). I am always a sucker for the shy, quiet, nerdy types and Auggie doesn't fail to deliver all the goods!
Charlotte is just the person Auggie needs to bring the sparkle and fun into his world.
Their meet-cute, wasn't very pretty, in fact, it was downright vicious. But eventually, the heart wants what it wants and when Charlotte and Auggie come together, well it's a house on fire with swoons, heat, and hilarity!
The mystery, the intrigue and the downright laughs you are going to get from this new story from Lauren Rowe is epic.
I always love a happily ever after story!
November 27, 2023
What is Auggie's Secret??
4.5 stars
I was graciously given an ARC copy for my honest review.
This story is about Charlotte and Auggie.
Charlette has recently been laid off from her job as a flight attendant. She has purchased a condo in Seattle to flip and move on with her life. She has sworn off men while in Seattle.
Auggie is a veterinarian student. He is just about to start his first semester and is struggling with tuition fees. His father goes back on a previous promise of paying for Auggie's schooling. Auggie needs to make money and fast.
This is such a fun and quick read. I was laughing, crying, and hoping the characters got their happy ending. The reason I gave this one 4.5 stars is only because I wasn't a huge fan of the obstacle that Charlotte had to over come. It really didn't fit with the tone of the rest of the book. I have only read one other Lauren Rowe, but I absolutely love her writing and power as a writer to make me feel things. There is so much heart and love in Lauren Rowe's writing. Also her spicy scenes leave nothing to be desired. We get an open door to the bedroom.
Highly recommend.
This book also features characters from her other books. You do not need to read those to enjoy this book.
4.5 stars
I was graciously given an ARC copy for my honest review.
This story is about Charlotte and Auggie.
Charlette has recently been laid off from her job as a flight attendant. She has purchased a condo in Seattle to flip and move on with her life. She has sworn off men while in Seattle.
Auggie is a veterinarian student. He is just about to start his first semester and is struggling with tuition fees. His father goes back on a previous promise of paying for Auggie's schooling. Auggie needs to make money and fast.
This is such a fun and quick read. I was laughing, crying, and hoping the characters got their happy ending. The reason I gave this one 4.5 stars is only because I wasn't a huge fan of the obstacle that Charlotte had to over come. It really didn't fit with the tone of the rest of the book. I have only read one other Lauren Rowe, but I absolutely love her writing and power as a writer to make me feel things. There is so much heart and love in Lauren Rowe's writing. Also her spicy scenes leave nothing to be desired. We get an open door to the bedroom.
Highly recommend.
This book also features characters from her other books. You do not need to read those to enjoy this book.
December 16, 2025
Tropes: Enemies to Lovers, Love Next Door
Summary
Charlotte is down to her last hundred dollars when she opens the door to the condo she bought on auction, unseen. She's hoping that flipping it will bring her a much needed windfall in the Seattle housing market, but when she discovers it was the home of a hoarder, she crumbles. And what's worse: the next door neighbor just happens to be the man who she argued with downtown and had her car towed. Nothing can go right for her, but when she finds a peephole in a shared wall overlooking Auggie's bedroom, she knows she needs to speak to him.
Review
Honestly? No. Lauren Rowe's world has been built up with such great characters and intersecting stories- and I was delighted to see some old the old band getting back together in this one- but the premise of this book was so far out there that it's a no from me. Auggie can't find a job so he masturbates online with a superhero mask; Charlotte owes the mob $60k so she offers to join him on camera, then she keeps doing for ten years? It was just too far out there for me. I didn't find their characters particularly enjoyable or endearing. The other books by this author are much better.
Summary
Charlotte is down to her last hundred dollars when she opens the door to the condo she bought on auction, unseen. She's hoping that flipping it will bring her a much needed windfall in the Seattle housing market, but when she discovers it was the home of a hoarder, she crumbles. And what's worse: the next door neighbor just happens to be the man who she argued with downtown and had her car towed. Nothing can go right for her, but when she finds a peephole in a shared wall overlooking Auggie's bedroom, she knows she needs to speak to him.
Review
Honestly? No. Lauren Rowe's world has been built up with such great characters and intersecting stories- and I was delighted to see some old the old band getting back together in this one- but the premise of this book was so far out there that it's a no from me. Auggie can't find a job so he masturbates online with a superhero mask; Charlotte owes the mob $60k so she offers to join him on camera, then she keeps doing for ten years? It was just too far out there for me. I didn't find their characters particularly enjoyable or endearing. The other books by this author are much better.
January 22, 2025
This is one bonkers extra, extra spicy romp! 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️!!! The whole story is completely over the top. Enemies to Lovers with a plot that is beyond and hilarious. And it all gets bundled up into a ridiculously ultra sweet bow. Auggie just happens to be a gorgeously tall beta protector with a massive …. and Charlotte is a gorgeous, impulsive and reckless ex-flight attendant with a talent for orchestrating some creative entertainment. Completely unrealistic, unsophisticated and dare I say too many explicit sexy times. I thought it was fun but I skimmed A LOT of the second half because I just wanted to get to the part where they had to confront the conflict and get to the HEA. If you don’t like crazy sexy times…this is not the book for you!!
January 23, 2025
2.5 stars. This book was too over the top for me personally. There were too many storylines going on, between the peep hole hoarding apartment and its former owner, the mafia ties, both characters trying to figure out what to do for their careers, and the cameos from characters from other books. It went on way longer than it should have, and I lowkey felt stressed out for most of the reading experience. I don’t find it enjoyable to read about people so desperate for money that they’re forced into sex work and getting multiple genital piercings to make a quick buck. This wasn’t for me.
March 21, 2024
I wanted to love this one but the plot was actually outrageous I just couldn’t get on board. The insanity started from the unrealistic string of coincidences, Charlottes involvement with a mob boss, the online porn “puppet shows” etc. 😂 I LOVED “Whose Your Daddy” so I had high hopes for this read. At least there was a happy ending 🩷😂
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