A review by amys_hygge_reads
My Hot Friend by Sophie White

challenging emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

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My Hot Friend is Sophie White’s newest chic-lit book. In typical Sophie fashion, it’s both lighthearted and covers important topics.

The Story 📚
Lexi is the co-host to a popular podcast called Your Hot Friend, with her best friend. They’re also managed by Lexi’s boyfriend. Caught up in the the glam of it all, and creating content for instagram - how much is Lexi actually living, and how much of it is real?

Joanne works in a digital design start up with her bestie. But with a new baby on the way, her life is about to change more than she thinks, especially as she can’t go on nights out with the girls. But how much support will she have from her friends?

Claire works as a nanny, and has one of those friend WhatsApp groups. But Claire starts to question why she’s the main one keeping the group active. Is there a a side group without her, and why?

Three women in their early thirties leading completely separate lives. On their journey through friendship and self discovery, their paths eventually cross. But, what friendships are built to last? 

The Review 👩🏻‍💻
There are so many books out there about finding love, the meaning of true love, and finding love in your thirties. But what about finding new love in the form of friendship as an adult? There’s not so much of that. And let’s face it, managing friendships and finding new friends as an adult is hard! I can definitely confirm from moving to a different country!

I found this book so refreshing, and so relatable - like I’ve heard others say on bookstagram. I picked this read as my holiday book on my recent trip to Croatia. The fun and the drama in the first portion really held my interest and sucked me in. And then in Sophie’s style, as the book progresses important themes emerge. Heavy topics are covered so beautifully and respectfully - but still make for a fun and easy read. Highly recommend this one! Sophie just keeps getting better. 

My Hot Friend is the pick for @tiredmammybookclub July book, so I’m looking forward to joining in! The girls in @another.chapter.podcast recently interviewed Sophie as well, which was a lovely listen.