A review by judeinthestars
Novel Problems by Elizabeth Luly

funny lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? Yes

3.5

Hannah, a secretive fantasy author, moves to Sapphire Springs after breaking up with her wife. Her new book is coming out and she’s supposed to sign hundreds of copies her fans preordered but when she gets to Novel Gossip, the local bookstore, the owner, George, desperate to hire someone to help, mistakes her for a candidate for the job. Missing one of her hearing aids, Hannah misunderstands and when she realises what happened, it’s too late and she’s hired. The job turns out to be enjoyable, George is sweet and sexy, Hannah struggles to set the record straight, so to speak, and the longer she waits, the harder it becomes.

Novel Problems is seriously cute and earnest. Hannah is an introvert, George embodies golden retriever vibes, there are no villains, no jealous peer or ex trying to ruin everything, only life and regular people being regularly awkward and getting in their own way. I also appreciated reading about a main character with hearing issues. Disabilities, visible and invisible, are a huge part of many people’s lives and as cliché as it may sound, representation matters.

If you’re looking for a sweet and very easy read, Novel Problems may be the answer.

I received a copy from the publisher and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

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