About the Book

A quirky photographer. A handsome doctor. And one hilariously wrong photo shoot.

Dating has never exactly come easy for me.

I like soft things, quiet spaces, and routines that make sense. I do not like sand, aluminum foil, or people who snap their gum in public.

So when Dr. Thomas Culpepper, a ridiculously handsome doctor from New York, moves to my tiny Wisconsin town, romance is the last thing on my mind.

Then he walks into my studio for a simple professional headshot…

And somehow leaves with pirate portraits instead.

It should have been a one-time embarrassment.
Instead, it becomes the start of something neither of us expected.

Because the more time I spend with Thomas, the harder he is to ignore.

He’s patient when I need steadiness.
Kind when my world feels too loud.
And far too easy to trust.

Which would be a lot less terrifying…
if I wasn’t already starting to fall for him.

Pity Prank is a feel-good small-town romantic comedy featuring a quirky heroine, a swoony doctor, awkward chemistry, a touch of fake dating, and all the fuzzy sweaters, charm, and heart of a happily ever after.

Review

Pity Prank is a charming small town romance filled with humor, heartfelt moments and characters that are relatably real.

Out of all the books in the Pity Series, this one was different, special. What really made this story shine was not only the chemistry between Thomas and Finley but also bringing awareness to a subject that put it in a very respectable and charming light. What makes this stand out is how thoughtfully Finley is written. When the subject of autism is brought out, it tends to be characterized with a broad brush with a limited spectrum of levels and functionality. What I love about Finley is that as we experience the nuances of what some might think as flaws, the beauty and person of Finley, deserving of love rather than the focus of her disability is what stands out. We get to experience this wonderful person rather than her disability.

What I love about this story is how this beautiful, talented woman just radiates joy. She is lovable, kind, relatable and impossible not to root for. Her love of routines, quiet comfort and sensory preferences adds authenticity to her character. Thomas’s patience and kindness makes him the perfect match for her as their adorable love story unfolds. Their laugh out loud moments and chemistry develops organically built on understanding, trust and feeling safe puts you into an insight of curiosity and captivity.

Beyond the cozy small town vibe that Elk Lake gives, the entire setting puts you in a fuzzy place with all the feel good cozy charm. Sprinkled with that fake dating trope, awkward moments and their blossoming sweet romance, this charming, emotional journey about vulnerability, connection and learning to trust yourself and others will make you smile. If you love sweet romcoms with heart, humor and lovable characters, you should not only check this one out but the series because you won’t be disappointed. Look out for the last book in the series coming this fall. Pity Ploy.

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