A review by the_broadway_slasher
Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

A near perfect book, Margo’s Got Money Troubles is going to stick with me. First of all, I have to admit that I initially got this in August as part of RuPaul’s book club, but the cover art and the premise on the jacket did not appeal to me at all. Fast forward to one of my friends telling me she was going to start it and I caved and decided we should do a buddy read. What’s the old adage… “don’t judge a book by its cover?” Ok yeah well… I know now! 😅 So glad I gave this novel a chance.

At first, the story was giving me Juno vibes and it wasn’t clicking with me, but something magical happens when we fast forward past the awkward romance and to “current day” Margo. The plot begins racing in directions you never imagined and the most lovable, 3-dimensional characters begin to hop on the train while the author sneakily injects her prose with thoughtful analysis about parenting, love and finding your passion in a world that is obsessed with telling us what’s right and wrong. 

I enjoyed this read so much and basically devoured the book in two sittings. It’s funny, quirky, sad, and more than anything surprisingly relatable even though I’ve never been a pregnant 19yr old with an Only Fans. 😂 Margo spoke to my heart and I will be championing the hell out of this book however I can. 
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