Frisky Business is a romantic comedy by Tawna Fenske that blends humor with emotional depth. The plot revolves around Will, a man dealing with trust issues after his wife leaves him for his sister, and Marley, a woman who has her own secrets from a troubled past. Their paths cross when Marley starts a new job at a wildlife center, and they share undeniable chemistry despite their many obstacles. The story is filled with playful banter and sexual innuendo, making it an entertaining escape.

Fenske's writing style is light and breezy, often using humor to handle serious topics. While the characters showcase both comedic and emotional issues, the lighthearted approach keeps the story fun. The dialogue is engaging, capturing the chemistry between Will and Marley, which adds to the appeal. With laugh-out-loud moments and a quirky supporting cast, Frisky Business is perfect for readers seeking a humorous and romantic read.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed with emotional complexities, featuring a mix of humor and relatable issues.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is light-hearted and humorous, characterized by clever banter and frequent innuendos.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot features a romantic comedy that blends humor with deeper emotional themes, exploring trust issues and complex relationships.

Setting:

The setting is a small town, enhancing the escapism and comedy throughout the story.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast and engaging, but it may feel rushed at times, especially in character development.

She dragged the toe of her Jimmy Choo peep-toe across the concrete floor of the Humane Society lobby, thinking it was absurd she’d dressed this nicely to drop paperwork at a business with a goat pen i...

Notes:

The main characters are Will and Marley, who both have trust issues due to past relationships.

Will's ex-wife left him for his sister, which contributes to his emotional struggles.

Marley relocates to start a new job at a wildlife center, partly to escape her past.

The story features animals, including a rescue dog named Magoo.

Will's aunt is a sexologist who adds humor with her invasive questions and conversations about sex.

The book is filled with sexual innuendo and humorous banter between characters.

Readers appreciate the chemistry between Will and Marley, and their witty exchanges.

The novel offers dual perspectives, showing the feelings of both main characters.

Some readers found the humor enjoyable, while others felt it was too light and lacked depth.

The book is described as a light-hearted, comedic romance, suitable for escapism.

Has Romance?

Romance is a central theme, with a strong focus on the evolving relationship between Will and Marley.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

Marley Cartman wants a guy with a tiny one - bank account, that is.

No more rich men for Marley Cartman. Absolutely not. Thanks to her dad, her ex-fianc , and the overbearing donors she schmoozes for a living, she's had more than her fill. From now on, she wants blue-collar men with dirt under their fingernails. But when Marley makes a break to handle donor relations for a wildlife sanctuary, she finds herself drawn to the annoyingly charming-and disturbingly wealthy-chairman of the board.

Judging by his hipster T-shirts, motley assortment of canine companions, and penchant for shaking up stuffy board meetings, you'd never guess that William Barclay the Fifth is a brilliantly successful businessman. Will has good reason to be leery of scheming women, and as he and Marley butt heads over the wisdom of bringing grumpy badgers to charity events, he can't help but wonder if his new donor relations coordinator is hiding something other than a perfect figure beneath that designer suit...

Praise for Believe It or Not:

"Fenske hits all the right humor notes... sympathetic, funny, and very real." -RT Book Reviews, 4 stars

"Snappy, endearing dialogue and hilarious situations." -Booklist, Starred Review

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Frisky Business

Tawna Fenske