I had no clue what this book was about when I requested an early copy. All I knew was that people were buzzing about it, and I wanted to read it. While not exactly the story I expected, I ended up really enjoying this one, even laughing out loud a few times. The characters were so well written and deeply relatable. This was a heartwarming yet agonizing human story about the choices we make in life, and how we judge and view others. This book was witty, surprising, endearing, and had so much heart. I cannot wait for this book to be adapted for TV - as I believe it's already in discussions - because I will watch it in a heartbeat. Thanks NetGalley for the early copy!

I LOVED this book. It was funny and smart and pulled on the heartstrings. Thorpe's writing is so sharp! I loved the switching between POVs- it made it more interesting and pulled me in as a reader. I listened to the audiobook as well- Elle Fanning totally captured Margo's naïveté and cheesiness. Overall, a fantastic book!

Thank you for the opportunity to read this book. Brilliantly written with vibrant characters. The plot was interesting and evolved at a great pace. The author did a great job of balancing the challenges of Margot’s life with Margot’s optimism. Will definitely recommend to others!

Rufi Thorpe's "Margo's Got Money Troubles" dives into the complexities of modern financial struggles with sharp wit, keen insight, and a deeply human touch. In this novella-length work, Thorpe crafts a compelling narrative around Margo, a character whose financial woes serve as a backdrop for a broader exploration of identity, relationships, and societal expectations.

At its heart, "Margo's Got Money Troubles" is a character study that delves into the psychological toll of financial instability. Margo, a woman in her thirties navigating the aftermath of a failed business venture and mounting debt, grapples with questions of self-worth and purpose. Thorpe skillfully portrays Margo’s inner turmoil, capturing the anxiety and shame that often accompany financial hardship.

Thorpe’s prose is both incisive and empathetic, drawing readers into Margo’s world with vivid detail and emotional depth. Through Margo’s interactions with friends, family, and acquaintances, Thorpe explores themes of privilege, class dynamics, and the pressures of social status in a thought-provoking manner.

What makes "Margo's Got Money Troubles" particularly resonant is its nuanced portrayal of the ways financial stress can impact personal relationships and one’s sense of self. Thorpe navigates these themes with sensitivity, avoiding easy answers and instead inviting readers to contemplate the complexities of financial insecurity and its ripple effects.

While the novella’s length limits the scope of its narrative, Thorpe’s focus on Margo’s internal journey allows for a deep exploration of character and emotion. The story unfolds at a brisk pace, propelled by Thorpe’s sharp dialogue and keen observations about contemporary life.

In conclusion, "Margo's Got Money Troubles" is a compelling exploration of financial struggle and its emotional toll, told with empathy, wit, and insight. Thorpe’s writing is engaging and thought-provoking, offering readers a poignant glimpse into the intersection of money, identity, and relationships in today’s world.

Thank to Rufi Thorpe, NetGalley, and William Morrow for an advanced copy of this book.


In "Margo's Got Money Troubles" by Rufi Thorpe, Margo's life is turned upside down when she faces unexpected financial difficulties. With humor and determination, she navigates her way through the challenges, discovering new strengths and unexpected support along the way.
I absolutely loved this story. Never did I think I'd be picking up a book focused around OnlyFans and WWE Wrestling, but here we are.
I though that the author did such a remarkable job making the characters so relatable. The storyline was realistic and truly makes you think about the judgements we make on others and what makes someone a good person. None of the characters in this book are perfect, and you find yourself cheering them on the entire time.

What a truly original book! My best advice is to go into this book completely blind and fall into the world of Margo. I found this book to be just incredibly charming and interesting. This is a nontraditional take on a coming of age story that left me rooting for Margo. The social commentary about sex workers and their rights was, admittedly, something that I didn't realize that I would even care about, but I left cheering for Margo loudly and proudly. She has so much heart and pizzazz, a young woman who found herself in an incredibly tough situation being a young single mother. While it is difficult to read about some of the struggles of single mothers, I found it an important point of view to understand. This book was completely heart warming, at times truly funny, and as a reader you leave wanting to be in Margo's camp and on her team, if you will. I found the side characters to be so interesting and crucial to the story, the story arc of both Jinx and Suzie so important to the plot and tied up so nicely. Overall, I highly recommend if you are looking for something unique, full of heart, and honestly uplifting by the end. 4.5/5 stars rounded up.

Thanks to NetGalley and William Morrow for an advanced copy of this book. All opinions within this review are my own.

5 star read of the summer! I didn’t know if this book was for me based on the description, but man am I glad I gave it a chance. I LOVED this. Margo’s character was so complex, deep, and even though I can’t personally relate, Thorpe somehow made it relatable! It tactfully shed light on a topic that not many people know about. You’ll find yourself rooting for Margo and wanting more!

"Margo's Got Money Troubles," a quirky and timely novel by Rufi Thorpe, touches on issues related to teen pregnancy, power dynamics, sex work and class while somehow also having a lot of fun. Our heroine, Margo, tells her story in sections that alternate between first and third person. What we see is the truth: Young American women who don't have a supportive family or other sources of wealth have tragically limited options. Those options narrow further if you add in the (time, financial, social) pressures that come with raising a child. Margo's father, a retired pro-wrestler with substance use disorder, adds a clever layer of business insight and comedic relief to the story. In fact, the whole cast of characters in Margo's life come together to create a novel that feels fresh and interesting from start to finish.

I really enjoyed this book! I'm excited to see the on-screen adaptation. This scratched my new lit-fic itch just like I was hoping it would. It's weird and quirky and funny and emotional. Very reminiscent of the novel, Pizza Girl! Highly enjoyed.

"Margo's Got Money Troubles" is a surprisingly upbeat novel considering that our main character, a young single mother, has money problems. Thorpe finds a humane way to have readers rethink what they may have thought about online sex workers, and show how a young mother can earn decent money while working at home, even though she faces more troubles that aren't related to finances when she faces judgment from her mother and her new husband, the married professor whom is the birth father, and Child Protective Services. Margo's former pro-wrestling father, who she never grew up with, reappears into her life, and into her apartment that she shares with a roommate her age, and adds an unusual twist to the novel while he uses former wrestlers and moves as a means to encourage Margo with her endeavors. I could see this novel becoming a movie, and not one that lands on Lifetime. Much fun and heart in this novel.

This was absolutely SO much more than I could've imagined! It focused on morality and really made you realize that the perspective between "right" and "wrong" does shift depending on the needs and situation you may find yourself in. Thorpe's writing was incredible and it really lent itself to provide a space where we could fully fall in love with the characters and the story, or at the very least become fully invested. This was such a weird and hysterical ride, there were high moments and low moments but overall it was something that caused such an emotional response that was spectacular.

A single mom can’t pay her bills so she turns to Only Fans. So much has been said about this book, but it’s really honest and good. Please also read the author’s last book THE KNOCKOUT QUEEEN, which is one of my forever favorites.

I sped through this. Margo was so funny and charming. I loved her dynamic with her father Jinx. This was a great read. Can’t wait to see the A24 show.

I went into this one without reading the summary or the reviews and I am sure glad I did. I think if I knew too much, I might not have given it a chance. Margo is young and in trouble. Watching her navigate life with a newborn and dad suddenly back in the picture made for a compelling story. While the focus may be on how she is earning her money, I was more intrigued by the relationship between Margo and her father, Jinx. This book is an original and not to be missed. I am recommending to all types of readers. Readers from the New Adult age to a more seasoned reader will find something to enjoy in this compelling book. I look forward to what is next from Rufi Thorpe. This is an author to watch!

I read this book because of Kevin Wilson's reviews. I love Kevin Wilson! For the first half of the book I was afraid that Kevin Wilson had let me down; however, by the end, I was raving about the book and truly appreciating Thorpe's writing. Very cleverly written!

Thorpe, through Margo, excellently reveals the underlying prejudices that women - especially, young women - face. Thorpe does not stop there, but also reveals prejudices and stereotypes that many people often face. She makes the reader consider their own prejudices - like, what do I think about professional wrestling or unwed mothers or people without college degrees or sex workers........?

The amazing thing about Thorpe's writing is that she disguises all of these heavy topics in a creative (and what might seem light) story. None of these things really hit me until I completely finished the book and began talking about it.

I was also intrigued by Thorpe's switch between third and first person, as well as her comments to the reader.

Great book, and I want to read more of her work.

Thank you very much to William Morrow for providing me with an advance copy of this book on NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

This was a cute story with a unique plot. Margo really developed and grew up in the book, which was neat to witness. She hasn’t had the best of luck in her life so to see her take what’s life given her and make the most of it was inspiring. She’s got some great one liners too!

Maybe I am too old to see anything valuable in this book. I found it shallow, irritating and written in a style suited for readers with very short attention spans. Took everything I had to finish.

The thing I enjoyed best about this book was it was different!!! I kept reading just to see where it would go,

When 20-year old Margo Millet gets pregnant with her married college professor's child, she has no idea what it will take, financially and emotionally to raise a child. But she decides to try and give it her all. With the support of her professional wrestler father, Jinx, she decides to start an Only Fans account to raise money and support her and her child. A different take on a coming of age novel, this one was enjoyable to read with just the right amount of serious topics and frivolity.

Postives:
Witty and light-hearted enough
Margo is a character who is easily endearing
Side characters addeded greatly to the overall plot
Not like anything I have read recently

Negatives:
It was not as "laugh out loud" funny as it was hyped up to be

"Margo's Got Money Troubles" didn't quite hit the mark for me. The writing felt somewhat amateurish, which made it difficult to become emotionally engaged with the story. Also, Margo's alternating first- and third-person POVs were irritating and didn't work well for me.

I started this book expecting a laugh-out-loud read, but it fell short of delivering the humor I anticipated. As someone not from Gen Z, I found connecting with the characters and the storyline challenging.

While this book wasn't for me, it's a light read that might appeal to a different audience but didn't quite meet my expectations.

Loved this fun, sharp and witty book about a pregnant 19 year old who is down on her luck and turns to Only Fans to pay the bills. The book questions what it takes to be a good Mother. It flirts with romance, quirky characters (think an ex pro-wrestler father), and fantasy…. You will not be disappointed.