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My Neighbor's Secret
Charlotte McDougal
I hate him and I don’t even know his name.
The good news is my nemesis has made it abundantly clear the feeling is mutual. He did call me pretty, though, in the midst of a heated screaming match. Which would have been flattering, if I didn’t loathe him so much. But whatever. I don’t care how handsome he might be, or how charming the rest of the world probably finds him, guys who look like aged-out boy banders aren’t my type. Add to that, he’s got a knack for being in precisely the wrong place at the wrong time, and I was thrilled to march away from our angry skirmish and never see the bastard with the piercing blue eyes, ever again.
It wasn’t meant to be, though. As it turns out, my sworn enemy is my new next-door neighbor. F*ck my life. Luckily, he’s got a big secret to keep, just like I do. He’s in a jam, and so am I. So, we’ve decided to put our differences aside long enough to resolve our respective predicaments. Of course, we’ve made it clear this is going to be a business arrangement and nothing more. A necessary means to an end. But when you’re forced to work closely with your sworn enemy, a guy who happens to be ridiculously attractive and surprisingly funny—when he actually starts to grow on you, much to your shock—keeping things strictly professional becomes easier said than done.
My Neighbor’s Secret is a funny, silly, zany, swoony, spicy, enemies-to-lovers, forced proximity rom com that will make you laugh, swoon, and fan yourself, all the way to Charlotte and Auggie’s happily ever after.
I hate him and I don’t even know his name.
The good news is my nemesis has made it abundantly clear the feeling is mutual. He did call me pretty, though, in the midst of a heated screaming match. Which would have been flattering, if I didn’t loathe him so much. But whatever. I don’t care how handsome he might be, or how charming the rest of the world probably finds him, guys who look like aged-out boy banders aren’t my type. Add to that, he’s got a knack for being in precisely the wrong place at the wrong time, and I was thrilled to march away from our angry skirmish and never see the bastard with the piercing blue eyes, ever again.
It wasn’t meant to be, though. As it turns out, my sworn enemy is my new next-door neighbor. F*ck my life. Luckily, he’s got a big secret to keep, just like I do. He’s in a jam, and so am I. So, we’ve decided to put our differences aside long enough to resolve our respective predicaments. Of course, we’ve made it clear this is going to be a business arrangement and nothing more. A necessary means to an end. But when you’re forced to work closely with your sworn enemy, a guy who happens to be ridiculously attractive and surprisingly funny—when he actually starts to grow on you, much to your shock—keeping things strictly professional becomes easier said than done.
My Neighbor’s Secret is a funny, silly, zany, swoony, spicy, enemies-to-lovers, forced proximity rom com that will make you laugh, swoon, and fan yourself, all the way to Charlotte and Auggie’s happily ever after.
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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.
February 15, 2026
4.5/5 ⭐️
3/5 🌶️
A little wacky but funny, spicy, and a little emotion thrown in. This isn’t first Lauren Rowe book and won’t be my last!
3/5 🌶️
A little wacky but funny, spicy, and a little emotion thrown in. This isn’t first Lauren Rowe book and won’t be my last!
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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.
March 10, 2026
3.75 ⭐️ - Actually really enjoyed this! Didn’t expect the plot but was fun and enjoyable!
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.
March 16, 2026
I...
I am struggling to find words for what I just experienced.
In a word, this story is...unhinged.
The characters - unhinged.
The plot - unhinged.
The sex-scenes for the camera - absolutely unhinged.
The combination of scenarios that land the characters in the situation they're in - UNHINGED.
The fact that, somehow, SOMEHOW, this author managed to get the final song produced and it sounds legitimately like something NKotB would sing? - UN-FREAKING-HINGED.
Okay, okay. Deep breaths. Let me begin at the beginning.
I'm not going to lie - the first 25% or so of this book was a 1 star read for me. I was actually kind of appalled by Charlotte's behavior.
At first, I thought her declaring a perfect stranger her arch nemesis over a few looks at a bar was quirky. Then, the disastrous second meeting when they're both running late happens, and Charlotte acts like a raging psycho and she lost me.
THEN she moves into the condo next to him and discovers a hole in her wall that leads directly into his bedroom, where she witnesses Auggie making what can only be described as Only Fans content to pay for his tuition.
She hatches this plan to - essentially - woo him into being comfortable with her enough that she could join in - because she's got a financial crisis of her own, see, and instead of creating her own account, she thinks it'll be fun to share profits with Auggie.
As I said...unhinged.
What follows is 4 or 5 chapters where I genuinely didn't know if I could trust Charlotte. And Auggie felt the same way.
Because everything the woman says to Auggie is designed to manipulate him into bed with her on camera. Every story she tells him, every coy look, every perfectly curated smile. I don't think I've ever been grossed out by a woman in books before. First time for everything.
HOWEVER! Rowe played my ass like a fiddle - because right when I was about to slap this book shut and pretend it never happened. The story suddenly became a mafia story.
I was just thrown off enough to keep reading. Because fucking WHAT?!
Turns out, Charlotte got fired from her job as a flight attendant, and in what can only be described as a fit of utter lunacy, decided to steal a MOB BOSS'S literal duffle bag full of money. Now, one of said mob boss's henchmen have found her and he tells her he needs 60k back in 2 weeks or somebody's gonna be sleepin' with the fishes.
And of course, because this henchman finds her with Auggie there's this assumption that they're ENGAGED. So it's not only Charlotte's ass on the line anymore, but Auggie's too.
How did we get here?
And why was this the point in the book where things actually began to turn around for me?
I can't answer that, but it somehow did.
Don't get me wrong - the spice where they're puppeteering his junk around in little kilts and hats for the camera was cringy in a way that made my teeth hurt.
And Charlotte's definitely 100% a liar - she tells us and her BFF Tessa no less than 7 times that she can't orgasm with a man hotter than her - and then proceeds to not only have multiple with Auggie, but also squirts all over him for the first time (and many times after).
I'm sorry that I had to tell you that. But misery loves company and if I had to know it, so do you.
Spice aside the real heart of the story, the two becoming friends then lovers, then genuinely falling for one another was cute. The cast of supporting characters was also cute. And the story of Auggie's grandmother (who owned his condo before him) and the man who lived in Charlotte's condo was, perhaps, the best part of this whole thing. It's touching and sweet, sentimental, deep and fully heartwarming.
I don't know what else to say about this - other than I am genuinely baffled at how my feelings for this story turned around as I read. Rowe got me good. I am thoroughly bamboozled.
But I had a pretty good time, so, I guess I can't even be mad about it.
If you pick this up I highly recommend the audiobook for the song at the end if nothing else. The narrators do a phenomenal job, of course. But you really need to hear that final 3 minutes or so.
I am struggling to find words for what I just experienced.
In a word, this story is...unhinged.
The characters - unhinged.
The plot - unhinged.
The sex-scenes for the camera - absolutely unhinged.
The combination of scenarios that land the characters in the situation they're in - UNHINGED.
The fact that, somehow, SOMEHOW, this author managed to get the final song produced and it sounds legitimately like something NKotB would sing? - UN-FREAKING-HINGED.
Okay, okay. Deep breaths. Let me begin at the beginning.
I'm not going to lie - the first 25% or so of this book was a 1 star read for me. I was actually kind of appalled by Charlotte's behavior.
At first, I thought her declaring a perfect stranger her arch nemesis over a few looks at a bar was quirky. Then, the disastrous second meeting when they're both running late happens, and Charlotte acts like a raging psycho and she lost me.
THEN she moves into the condo next to him and discovers a hole in her wall that leads directly into his bedroom, where she witnesses Auggie making what can only be described as Only Fans content to pay for his tuition.
She hatches this plan to - essentially - woo him into being comfortable with her enough that she could join in - because she's got a financial crisis of her own, see, and instead of creating her own account, she thinks it'll be fun to share profits with Auggie.
As I said...unhinged.
What follows is 4 or 5 chapters where I genuinely didn't know if I could trust Charlotte. And Auggie felt the same way.
Because everything the woman says to Auggie is designed to manipulate him into bed with her on camera. Every story she tells him, every coy look, every perfectly curated smile. I don't think I've ever been grossed out by a woman in books before. First time for everything.
HOWEVER! Rowe played my ass like a fiddle - because right when I was about to slap this book shut and pretend it never happened. The story suddenly became a mafia story.
I was just thrown off enough to keep reading. Because fucking WHAT?!
Turns out, Charlotte got fired from her job as a flight attendant, and in what can only be described as a fit of utter lunacy, decided to steal a MOB BOSS'S literal duffle bag full of money. Now, one of said mob boss's henchmen have found her and he tells her he needs 60k back in 2 weeks or somebody's gonna be sleepin' with the fishes.
And of course, because this henchman finds her with Auggie there's this assumption that they're ENGAGED. So it's not only Charlotte's ass on the line anymore, but Auggie's too.
How did we get here?
And why was this the point in the book where things actually began to turn around for me?
I can't answer that, but it somehow did.
Don't get me wrong - the spice where they're puppeteering his junk around in little kilts and hats for the camera was cringy in a way that made my teeth hurt.
And Charlotte's definitely 100% a liar - she tells us and her BFF Tessa no less than 7 times that she can't orgasm with a man hotter than her - and then proceeds to not only have multiple with Auggie, but also squirts all over him for the first time (and many times after).
I'm sorry that I had to tell you that. But misery loves company and if I had to know it, so do you.
Spice aside the real heart of the story, the two becoming friends then lovers, then genuinely falling for one another was cute. The cast of supporting characters was also cute. And the story of Auggie's grandmother (who owned his condo before him) and the man who lived in Charlotte's condo was, perhaps, the best part of this whole thing. It's touching and sweet, sentimental, deep and fully heartwarming.
I don't know what else to say about this - other than I am genuinely baffled at how my feelings for this story turned around as I read. Rowe got me good. I am thoroughly bamboozled.
But I had a pretty good time, so, I guess I can't even be mad about it.
If you pick this up I highly recommend the audiobook for the song at the end if nothing else. The narrators do a phenomenal job, of course. But you really need to hear that final 3 minutes or so.
March 10, 2026
loved it, so funny and lighthearted
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.
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.
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!!
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 🩷😂
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 27, 2024
i cannot take this seriously at all. i got a major ick in the very beginning from the first “crazy girl” and “nut job”, then from the dance thing, “rudy the cutie patootie”, and then “superhero salami slinger” was my breaking point. i cannot do this 😭
DNF’d @ Chapter 5
DNF’d @ Chapter 5
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?
March 2, 2026
3.5⭐️ 4🌶️
This is definitely the spiciest contemporary rom-com I’ve read butttt we have to talk about the “humor” in this book.
As the reader, you are definitely clued in butttt that doesn’t make the comedy any less cringy😅
Like… how the f did they think they were legitimately making that much money off of their silly sex skits!
I will say that this book definitely shocked me in several ways.
The characters in this book are overall loveable and the side quests/ stories add to the depth of the book and to the perfect balance of side characters being introduced throughout the story.
This is definitely the spiciest contemporary rom-com I’ve read butttt we have to talk about the “humor” in this book.
As the reader, you are definitely clued in butttt that doesn’t make the comedy any less cringy😅
Like… how the f did they think they were legitimately making that much money off of their silly sex skits!
I will say that this book definitely shocked me in several ways.
The characters in this book are overall loveable and the side quests/ stories add to the depth of the book and to the perfect balance of side characters being introduced throughout the story.
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.
March 15, 2026
3.5 🌟 (Audible Plus Catalog)
Surprisingly entertaining! I am open to reading more steamy romances by this author!
One plot hole, at least: August's dad is never mentioned after his earlier betrayal, even at the end of the HEA. Also, some of the misogyny was grating, but doesn't overshadow the whole story.
Surprisingly entertaining! I am open to reading more steamy romances by this author!
One plot hole, at least: August's dad is never mentioned after his earlier betrayal, even at the end of the HEA. Also, some of the misogyny was grating, but doesn't overshadow the whole story.
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.
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