Stand Up Guy

By: Nina Kaye

Many thanks to Love Books Tours for the gifted copy of this book and the stop on the book tour!

About the Book

Dumped by Instagram post. Not a whiff of a social life. Can it get any worse?

After a string of failed relationships – romantic and platonic – Lea’s had enough of watching life happen without her. When she bumps into Shep, a comedian at the Edinburgh festival in need of accommodation, it feels like destiny. And voilá – Lea now has a lodger and some company.

The two get on like a flat on fire, and Lea can’t resist falling for outgoing Shep. But she knows it’s a mistake that will cost her heart – he’s just another guy passing through, after all. And with Shep’s stand up routine edging him closer to his big break, there’s no way he’ll stick around.

Love is no laughing matter as the festival draws to a close. Can Lea find the confidence to step up and confess her feelings to Shep? Will he want to stay?

My Review

I really enjoyed this book! First, there were a couple of comedy sets that were just hilarious. Most of the characters were enjoyable, sans Sal and Lea’s dad (at first). Did I think Lea was nuts inviting a stranger to stay with her? Yes, I probably wouldn’t do it. BUT it made for a great novel.

I felt Lea. I’ve been the lonely girl with no friends. I wish I had the bravery and courage she had to go out on her own, and really put herself out there. It was so admiring. I felt her awkwardness at times, but really, she was just a VERY real character. This author handled loneliness in such a fantastic way. It was very honest.

No, onto the romance! She fell first, which honestly was a little refreshing since I’ve read a lot of he falls first books lately. These two characters were honest with each other about where things were heading and what they were feeling. That’s not normal; I love that there was no miscommunication trope here. They were swoony. They were believable. And I LOVED the end!

If you’re interested in checking out this book, you can do so here.

About the Author

Nina Kaye is a contemporary romance author who writes warm, witty and uplifting reads with a deeper edge. She lives in Edinburgh with her husband and much adored side-kick, James. In addition to writing, Nina enjoys swimming, gin and karaoke (preferably all enjoyed together in a sunny, seaside destination). Nina has previously published The Gin Lover’s Guide to Dating and has also been a contender for the RNA Joan Hessayson Award.