Being an adult is hard and that is what this story is about. Told with wit and humor, this story kept me turning pages. It was an enjoyable read and I don't know why I kept putting off reading it. Maybe it was the cover? Overall, a cute read and I will check out more by this author!
Thank you netgalley for this arc in exchange for my honest opinion.

I loved this book not only was it entertaining it really makes you rethink how you view sex workers, cam girls and only fans creators. I could not put this book down finished it in just over a day. The writing was fun and thought provoking and I loved the wrestling references throughout! This is my first book from this author but really look forward to reading more from her in the future. I would like to thank NetGalley and the publishers for a chance to read this book for an honest review.

Margo’s Got Money Troubles is one of the most charming, human stories I’ve read in a long time. I laughed, I cried, I shoved it in a million people’s hands immediately. The cover and buzz around this book is in some ways misleading; it may come off as messy/sad girl lit, or as being too filled with modern youthful archetypes (e.g., TikTok, OnlyFans, affairs with older men) to be widely relatable, but there’s so much more to this book than meets the eye.

Margo is such a unique protagonist, both naive and insightful, still figuring it out but incredibly street smart. I think this book is best enjoyed when you’re surprised by its depth and commentary, so I won’t say much except that there are so many layers to this book so buckle up. Rufi Thorpe created such a multi-dimensional, flawed, lovable cast of characters, and explored a lot of topics that people may shy away from in a nonjudgmental, curious way. The narrative structure is similarly unique, and matches the voice of our simultaneously messy and controlled Margo. I deeply loved living in this world for a bit, alternating humor and philosophical questions, and even though this book certainly had its moment this summer, I think it’s a must-read for anyone looking to sneak some more hits in before 2024 is up. Thanks so much @williammorrowbooks and @netgalley for my copy!

Margot's Got Money Troubles is a hilarious and also heartwarming story that I couldn't put down! The writing was so original, and I have never read anything like this before. A touching story that also involves OnlyFans?! Who would have thought! Definitely recommend this one!

I would like to thank NetGalley and William Morrow for the eARC in exchange for an honest review. I greatly appreciate it!

This book is a slice of real life, and it challenges the reader to question the societal issues of motherhood and a mother’s choice of occupation. Not only does it portray the trials a single mother has to endure on a daily basis, but it also presents the struggle of a mother trying to keep the State from taking her child away when she has done nothing wrong. While "Margo’s Got Money Troubles" is a fictional story, there are so many women who are living that life, trying to be the best mothers they can be no matter what life throws at them. I genuinely enjoyed this unique story, and it gave me a newfound respect for mothers who hustle in unconventional ways!

This was an interesting premise and felt like a romping adventure with an extra quirk. After a questionable affair with her college professor, Margo finds herself pregnant with roommates and she decides to raise the baby alone. She decides to start an OnlyFans and channel the persona she's learned from her Ex-Pro Wrestler dad, Jinx.

Thorpe did a really good job of making her characters quirky without being cliched, and flawed without losing charm. They felt familiar and like they could be friends.

Thank you to NetGalley for a free ebook in exchange for an honest review.

What a delightful and original story this was! Margo is a 19 year old college student who finds herself unexpectedly pregnant after a brief affair with her college professor. Her romantic thoughts about motherhood prove to be completely different from harsh, stark reality. Her motley crew of helpers including her wrestler, drug addict father and good natured roommate Suzie were incredibly endearing. I thought that Margo's unorthodox methods of finding work to support herself and her infant son were totally relatable and believable. A surprising gem! Loved this book

Love, love, love! From reading the synopsis I was expecting something much different from this novel. However, it was a pleasant surprise. While some of us may never find ourselves in the same position as an Only Fans model or a pro wrestler, Rufi Thorpe does a great job of humanizing both professions and lets us in on the behind the scenes of what it's like to work in those professions.

fun feel-good novel about a fun feel-good protagonist with excellent and immaculate vibes. would totally recommend A+

This was a delightful read. I couldn’t get enough of the unique characters and I loved the messaging. At first I thought having multiple POV was weird, but it grew on me. Hoping Margo gets a sequel!

Totally unique with super fun characters!
I was drawn in immediately!
I will recommend to fans of contemporary womens fiction

Margo’s Got Money Problems is filled with many laugh-out-loud moments. I absolutely loved Margo. This was such a fun, contemporary novel with a lot of heart.

I'm not sure how I feel about this one. On the one hand, I did like the main character. On the other hand, the humor felt almost forced. The constant point of view changes were annoying, and the plot was fun but unrealistic.
I'm glad I read this story, and I'm interested in seeing what they do with the adaptation. Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this

This was so quirky and fun. It felt like a completely original book. I loved how everyone was messy. I enjoyed the writing.

This book absolutely grabbed me from the opener. I was obsessed. Entranced. Could not put it down. I stayed up until 2 AM to finish it in one sitting. This will absolutely be one of my top 10 reads of 2024. Margo was such a heartwarming relatable character for me. I loved her, I was rooting for her, I want nothing but good things for her. Rufi did such a good job with secondary character development and I was so invested in everyone's storylines. I loved the sprinkling of english 101 to help understand the POV switch. Overall this novel was hilarious, salacious, and heartwarming. Definitely worth a read.

...I don't trust novels that are optioned for TV adaptations before even being published, and this was no different. This reads like it was made for television, with the same plot holes and unnecessary drama for entertainment's sake. It tries to be deep but instead comes off as whiny and misdirected. Also, the shifts between first and third person narratives is confusing and took me out of it every other page. I couldn't feel sympathy for Margo because she's 'that girl' who takes zero responsibility for her actions and expects the world. I'm disappointed. Very much an airport read and maybe the adaptation will be a better format for the story.

Margo’s Got Money Troubles was a quick read. After reading the synopsis I wasn’t sure how I would like it, but you definitely care about the quirky characters in the story: Margo, her dad, roommate. If you are looking for a heartwarming and kind of off-beat story, look no further.

Not what I expected when I received this from NetGalley, but in the end I loved it. Powerful story of a young woman and her fight to be a good mother while everyone doubts her decisions

Margo's Got Money Troubles is a surprisingly insightful and compassionate story about learning to navigate adulthood and the occasional curveball by Rufi Thorpe. Released 11th June 2024 by HarperCollins on their William Morrow imprint, it's 304 pages and is available in hardcover, audio, and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links throughout.

The blurb and marketing do this book a disservice. Readers who are expecting a riotously funny comedy will not get what they're expecting at all. It is full of sarcastic wit and it's very well written, but MC Margo is in a desperate (familiar) situation and although she's quite sarcastic and self deprecating (and realistic) about it, she's got an infant, her life's in disarray, and she's about to be evicted. There aren't a lot of up-sides.

The author does a wonderful job of being compassionate; there's a lot of warmth and understanding, and the whole is *very* well written, but it's emphatically not a comedy.

Four stars. Beautifully written, with fully realized three dimensional characters. It would be an excellent choice for public library acquisition, home use, or a buddy read/book club selection. There are a number of suggested study questions and resources to be found online for this excellent (but not light) book

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.

"Margo’s Got Money Troubles" is a fun and engaging read that captures the ups and downs of managing finances with humor and heart. Margo's relatable struggles make her a lovable character, and the story is both entertaining and insightful. It's a lighthearted exploration of money matters that leaves readers feeling optimistic and inspired.