I loved this book so much! It had me CACKLING, gasping in indignation, swooning over Shane, and cringing over 100 fish

Thank you for this ARC. Unfortunately, I've lost interest in the premise of this book. I think it will do more harm than good to read and review. I'm sorry for any inconvenience.

Not Bad for a Girl is a witty and entertaining workplace comedy that perfectly captures the trials and tribulations of navigating office politics, gender assumptions, and the hilarity of modern remote work life. Anastasia Ryan delivers a fresh, funny, and relatable story that had me laughing, cringing, and cheering for the protagonist, Indiana "Ana" Aaron, from start to finish.

Ana, a talented coder and IT specialist, finds herself in hot water after clashing one too many times with her boss’s fragile ego. When she’s transferred to a remote team, she thinks it's a chance to fly under the radar. But a mix-up with her new boss leads him to believe she's a man—Mr. Aaron—and Ana hesitates to correct him. What follows is a series of increasingly awkward, and often hilarious, misunderstandings as Ana tries to keep her secret while balancing her growing reputation as the confident, assertive "Indiana."

Ryan’s sharp writing and Ana’s quirky, lovable character are at the heart of this novel. The workplace scenarios, from cringe-worthy Zoom calls to awkward lunch breaks, are spot-on and will resonate with anyone who’s ever dealt with office culture. The book also tackles themes of gender bias and workplace preconceptions in a way that’s both light-hearted and thought-provoking.

The supporting cast adds depth to the story, particularly Shane, the charming tech guy who starts piecing together the real story behind "Mr. Aaron." Their chemistry and camaraderie are a delight to watch unfold, making for some heart-warming moments amid the humour.

While the story is funny and engaging, some of the plot points are predictable, and the resolution could have been a bit more surprising. However, this doesn’t take away from the overall enjoyment of the book.

Not Bad for a Girl is a delightful read for anyone who loves a good workplace comedy with a strong, clever heroine. Anastasia Ryan’s blend of humour, heart, and timely social commentary makes this book an enjoyable and relatable escape.

My first book by this author and it did not disappoint ! I really loved the story !

It was well written ,unique and I can see how it can be relatable for those who work in a male dominated industry.

Overall rating 3.75
This book overall was entertaining. Different than something I typically read. I enjoyed the side characters more than anything. More specifically the last couple chapters when her Diana team found out who she was. Those boys really saved the book in my opinion.
Things I could have gone without was all the excessive Lord of the Ring conversations. But overall the book was entertaining.

What happens when you get a new role and get mistaken for a man? It's all virtual so it's not like the office really needs to know. This oh my how is this going to end question had me in stitches.

Unfortunately as a woman, some of the situations in this book hit way too close to home in the tech world where women in general work hard for so much less attention. I felt for Ana and enjoyed the ride of seeing how this new chapter would go.

The cover for the book is adorable but wish the publisher had been more forthright about this being a general fiction rather than a romcom. That's on the pub not the author. I saw on Anastasia's page, she was clear to mention it isn't a romcom. So I had better expectations. All in all great writing kept me entertained.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC! Review is my honest thoughts,

DNF @ 40%

I really thought I was going to enjoy this more. As someone who works in a similar, male-dominated field, I thought I would've been able to relate more the FMC but I really just found her super annoying.

A really fun read. Lighthearted and not too serious, with a cute touch of romance. Would read books from this author again.

I really enjoyed this book! I have been in a male dominated industry & can tell you with 100% certainty that this book represents the struggles we as women go through to be seen, respected, & grow..let alone excel, in our careers. I loved the main characters & side characters. They were all so funny & witty. I will giggle every time I look at a fish tank from now on. I also thought the pacing was wonderful! You all should definitely read this one, especially if you’re an Ali Hazelwood fan. I will definitely continue to recommend it!

“..this leads to my own small problem. I have an opinion about everything. That makes me bossy, insubordinate, & emotional. It makes my counterpart, the manly Indiana, assertive, a risk taker, & an innovator.”

4/5 stars

Thank you to Netgalley, the publishers, and Anastasia Ryan for allowing me to read and review this book.

This is a rom com about a woman in a man's workplace. Our main character is the only woman coder and IT specialist at her job, this leads to a lot of people undermining her and not respecting her. After speaking up one too many times, she gets transferred to a remote team that is struggling to stay afloat. Hoping to blend in and stay under the radar, she keeps her head down and her camera off. However, an email to her new boss leads to a mistaken identity. Her new boss believes she is a man. Now everything she was getting criticized for at her old job, she is now getting praised for. Rumors begin to spread, and things take a wild turn, however her new friends have her back.

This is a funny and cute story. The characters are interesting and everything is well written. You can't help but root for the main character during her antics at work. I highly recommend this book to anyone that likes a cute rom com, and that has ever been underestimated while working because of their gender.

I just finished reading "Not Bad for a Girl" by Anastasia Ryan, and I loved it! 😍 The characters are super relatable, and the story kept me hooked from start to finish. It tackles big themes like sexism and gender expectations with sensitivity and depth, making it both powerful and thought-provoking. The protagonist's journey of self-discovery and empowerment really resonated with me, leaving a lasting impression. 🌟 Some parts could have had more detail, but overall, it's a timely and compelling read that challenges societal norms. Highly recommend! 📚✨

I enjoyed this book so much! I have to say that it's not much of a rom com as it's just a fun, witty book. It really reminds me of Didn't See That Coming by Jesse Q Sutanto, a YA book about a girl who games under a boyish username.

This was a cute book. It was funny, with a dash of romance. I went into this thinking it would be more romance/rom com, but the romance genre definitely took a backseat in this book.

I so enjoyed reading this, and from the first page, I was hooked. There were so many funny moments, and I think I finished this in just a few hours!

Not Bad for a Girl - this really does show the struggles some women face in the workplace, especially in a male dominated field.

If you are looking for a story where the romance is the main story, then this isn't the book for you.. but if you want a story that takes you on a journey of discovery, workplace shenanigans, awkward situations, and a lot of fun, then give this a read.

I loved Ana's character - she is strong, confident, and witty, add in her friends, and we have such a hilarious read as they just add to the drama!

Romance is my fave, and I love when I discover a new to me author. Not Bad For A Girl has been all over my instagram feed so I was excited to request the audiobook format when I saw it was available for request here.

The banter, the fun plot, and all the laughs made for a great escape read for me.

*many thanks to Netgalley for the gifted copy for review

Love getting to know Indiana Aaron. She is spunky and stands up for herself in a male dominated setting. I hope we get to see more of Indiana Aaron. Would recommend this book.

This book definitely seemed heavier on the comedy than the romance at times but was still a very enjoyable read. I particularly liked the banter between Indiana and Shane and some great side characters.

Overall an enjoyable read but I’d advise to go into it expecting more of a women’s fiction read to avoid disappointment.

Book: Not Bad For A Girl
Author: Anastasia Ryan
Rating: 4.5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟.5

Another great book by Anastasia Ryan!

The banter between all of the characters was my absolute favourite and I fell so hard for the FMC.

You get an amazing take on women in tech and how difficult it is for women to be taken seriously in the workplace.

So many great one liners and laugh out loud moments. I also loved the small touch of romance too.

Such a great read.

You get:
• Women in tech
• Hilarious banter
• Mistaken identity
• Smash the patriarchy
• STEMinism
• Strong women
• Ride or ☠️ friendships

You need to check out her books stat! Pick them up through ebook, paperback, or audiobook!

I get the premise of this book, but there are a lot of really unplausible things that happen. I think had the details not gone so crazy, like with Indiana delivering a baby and then also playing backup goalie, the story could have been more believable.

I received an advance copy. All thoughts are my own.

Not Bad for a Girl by Anastasia Ryan is an interesting work of women’s fiction, with a bit of romance thrown in. This novel is all about what happens when a girl is mistaken for a man and how women are treated differently In the workplace. The workplace comedy throughout was good. Overall, it was a fun read. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.