Marlowe Banks, Redesigned has a cute premise. I wanted to like this book but I just couldn't connect with it. Perhaps I wasn't in the best headspace. I will not be posting my review publicly.

I enjoyed this one! I really liked the plot and the characters and the things they had to deal with and go through!

Marlowe’s life is a hot mess - her engagement has ended, her career as a costume designer is not going as planned, and she has no money to pay her student loans. She escapes all her failures in NYC and heads to LA to hide and work as a production assistant on a hit sitcom. A costume issue leads to Marlowe last minute stepping in and being in a scene and suddenly throws her into the spotlight. Marlowe is then forced to work even more closely with Angus, the show’s resident bad boy and she has to decide if she’s ready to reinvent herself or stay invisible.

I love a good celebrity romance, so this slow burn romance with a lot of behind the scenes looks into the TV industry was just what I needed. Marlowe is a hot mess and so relatable as a main character and I found myself rooting for her success almost instantly. Marlowe and Angus had incredible chemistry and I loved slowly peeling back the layers as we learned more about Angus throughout the story.

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for the advance copy.

Oh how I loved this! After a number of failed spooky reads I decided I needed a complete break. I picked this one up and it was such a breath of fresh air. I loved Marlowe, and as she slowly found her voice through the novel, I found myself smiling often. She was so relatable, her insecurities reminding me a lot of myself in my 20’s. Angus was a great character too and it made me think a lot about what celebrities go through: the invasion of their personal space as well as anyone who comes into contact with them, & the constant click bait articles and rumors about them. I’ve always thought it was unfair and this cemented that feeling. It’s hard for me to say too much about this without giving away a lot of the story, but trust me it’s good.

I can't wait to read Firkins next book out October 31, The Predictable Heartbreaks of Imogen Finch.

Marlowe is a hot mess. She has a job that just takes all her time. Buy it, return it and working for a control freak. And then the star of the show catches her eye. Actually a pretty good story. There are some hot interactions, some scenes that make me laugh. Her family needs to let her live her own life. I liked the book.

Marlowe is one of those people who just sort of blends into the background. An assistant, she made me think of Anne Hathaway's character from The Devil Wears Prada. She's always being bossed around and she just takes it. Until one day, she ends up needing to be in the spotlight and that takes her places she never dreamed of ever being able to go. She meets someone, she's doing more than her boss ever thought she could, and she could finally be someone. But the question is, does she want to? Her whole life she's just been Marlowe. If she continues down this route, everyone will know her name...

I guess I forgot to review this one when I first read it my bad so sorry. I really really liked it though. It was a fresh take on a girls dreams of loving a celebrity and I liked that even the side characters had depth and interest.

I enjoyed this one. The characters were fun and the story was sweet. Marlowe was kinda messy but totally likeable.

“I can’t truly fail if I’m not chasing what I really want.” - Marlowe Banks

This one felt real to me. Real people, flawed in multitudes, and also so perfect in their humanity. I love a good rom com, and this one was excellent. I laughed and I got choked up a bit during some parts - it was all worth it. Well written, well paced, and well ended. It left me with a satisfied sigh and now I’m missing Marlowe and Angus and Jeeves.

May we all chase what we really want, failure be damned.

I received an ARC courtesy of the publisher and NetGalley. The opinions are mine alone.

I never thought I'd be such a fan of the celebrity x non-celebrity trope but this book was everything. I loved that marlowe and angus actually became friends before turning into something more. It wasn't instant attraction. Rather, it was soft and full of banter. It was two people learning about each other beyond their preconceived notions and falling deeply in love.

At times, it did feel a bit like marlowe didn't deserve angus, someone who was all in the moment he realized his feelings. But I also just adored them together and, despite my fears about how they could possibly work out, liked where they ended up at the end. I'll definitely be reading Jacqueline's next release!

Special thanks to St. Martin's Press / St. Martin's Griffin for the ARC! All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I enjoyed this cute romance along with each of the characters. Marlowe was a little bit of a mess but so enjoyable. This is the first book I've read by this author, and it will not be my last.

Marlow Banks was adorable! With the cutesy friends to lovers trope, Marlow is the heroine who just had to get away. Successfully, she does and she meets our male main character and they are just darling. Their quick little snap backs at one another and the banter is just perfect. One mega quip with this book though - who goes to LA to HIDE?! That would definitely be my last place, so this felt odd that LA was the chosen spot…. Otherwise, loved the story! Plot hit well, relationship and character development was spot on. Just all around a good book!

I really enjoy this series. Marlowe is one of my favorite characters. She is a hot mess!
Need a story which will have you grinning at Marlowe’s antics…THIS IS IT!
Grab your copy today.

"Marlowe Banks, Redesigned" by Jacqueline Firkins is a charming and modern twist on a classic story that left me thoroughly entertained and captivated. This novel is a delightful blend of fashion, friendship, and the journey toward self-discovery.

Firkins' writing style is engaging and filled with wit, immersing readers in a world of creativity and personal transformation. The characters in the novel are endearing and relatable, making their adventures and growth a joy to follow.

At the heart of the narrative is a creative exploration of identity, ambition, and the power of reinvention. The author skillfully weaves together elements of fashion and self-expression, creating a narrative that is as stylish as it is thought-provoking.

"Marlowe Banks, Redesigned" successfully balances the allure of the fashion world with the emotional depth of the characters' personal journeys. The themes of friendship, embracing individuality, and the pursuit of dreams add richness to the story.

In conclusion, "Marlowe Banks, Redesigned" is a delightful and uplifting read that celebrates the beauty of embracing one's true self and pursuing passions. If you're looking for a book that combines fashion, personal growth, and a touch of romance, this novel offers a captivating and stylish narrative that will leave you feeling inspired.

This one was so sweet with the slow unfurling of the truth between the two of them. What starts as enemies to lovers becomes misunderstanding and I loved seeing their journey finally come together

Plus, I’m a sucker for a celebrity trope.

This book drew me in almost immediately but, in the end, failed to keep me interested. It took me over a week to get to Marlowe's happily ever after and that was disappointing.

There were elements of the book that I thoroughly enjoyed. The ins and outs of a TV show were interesting as was learning about how important costume design is to the final product of any show/movie/theater production. But, the book lost its way as it tried to tackle too many plot points at one time.

Marlowe's journey to find herself was more than enough for her story. The book is very much a coming of age tale that was, unfortunately, frequently interrupted by a romance plot.

I LOVE A GOOD WORKPLACE, ENEMIES TO LOVERS. Gawd am I obsessed, this is everything. I was so invested int he entire story that nothing else compared for that short period of time. Truly, this is so so underrated.

3 1/2 stars. Overall, a cute story and good romance. I had trouble getting into the book at first, but it eventually took. I didn't really care for how negative Marlowe's "best friend" Cherry was - which made it hard for me to love their relationship. The chemistry between Angus and Marlowe was good, but there was something that rubbed me the wrong way about him. I finished the book and would say I mostly enjoyed it, but it wasn't a standout for me.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I wish this had worked for me, but I was just never able to get into it! I tried multiple times but could never get past the first few chapters.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me free access to the digital advanced copy of this book.