I loved this fun romantic comedy and look forward to reading more by Hannah Doyle!

The Pickup by Hannah Doyle is a charming and fun romantic comedy that explores the complicated and often unexpected journey of love and self-discovery. Sophie Rogers, a dedicated single mom, is juggling her responsibilities—her daughter, her job, and her family—when Joe, another single parent at her daughter's school, proposes a fake romance to help them both navigate some personal challenges. Sophie, ever the pragmatic woman, agrees, fully committed to keeping things strictly business.

However, as Sophie and Joe start spending more time together—attending staged events, coordinating calendars, and pretending to be the perfect couple—Sophie finds herself drawn to Joe's Irish accent, floppy hair, and the chemistry that begins to brew between them. The lines between their fake relationship and real feelings blur, and Sophie must confront the possibility that she’s falling for him despite her best intentions.

Doyle’s writing is witty, lighthearted, and full of heart. The banter between Sophie and Joe is infectious, and their evolving relationship is both sweet and relatable. Sophie's internal struggle, as she battles between maintaining control over her emotions and acknowledging her growing attraction, adds depth to the story.

The Pickup is a delightful, feel-good read about love, family, and taking risks when it comes to matters of the heart. It’s a perfect escape for readers who enjoy romantic comedies with endearing characters, plenty of laughs, and a satisfying, heartwarming conclusion. Doyle captures the essence of modern dating and relationships in a refreshingly honest way, making this book an enjoyable and uplifting read.

The Pick Up by Hannah Doyle is a delightful, feel-good rom-com that explores the blurred lines between fake relationships and real emotions. Sophie Rogers, a busy single mom, agrees to a fake romance with Joe, another parent at her daughter’s school, to help them both out of a bind. What starts as a harmless arrangement soon has Sophie questioning her feelings as she finds herself unexpectedly drawn to Joe’s Irish charm and undeniable chemistry. With witty humor, relatable characters, and heartwarming moments, Doyle crafts a story about love, family, and the surprises life throws at us when we least expect them. A perfect light read for fans of romantic comedies.

Funny, cute, and sweet! A fun idea for a story, and it was definitely enjoyable! Definitely recommend this one to any and all

Hannah Doyle’s The Pick Up is a heartwarming and humorous contemporary romance that perfectly balances lighthearted fun with emotional depth. With a vibrant setting, a relatable protagonist, and a quirky cast of characters, this novel is a delightful escapade for fans of modern rom-coms.

The story centers on 30-something protagonist Izzy, who finds herself at a crossroads after a tough breakup. On a whim, she decides to take a fresh start in Lisbon, Portugal, embracing the chaos of a new city and a chance to redefine her life. While fumbling through language barriers, cultural quirks, and unexpected adventures, Izzy crosses paths with a mysterious yet charming stranger who makes her question everything she thought she wanted.

Doyle’s writing sparkles with humor and warmth, capturing both the hilarity and the vulnerability of starting over in a foreign country. Izzy’s journey of self-discovery is refreshingly authentic, and readers will find themselves rooting for her as she navigates the ups and downs of expat life, career challenges, and a budding romance. The Lisbon setting is beautifully described, adding a rich and sunny backdrop to the story.

The romance itself is slow-burning and filled with delightful banter and chemistry, though it’s balanced by themes of friendship, independence, and personal growth. Doyle does an excellent job of portraying Izzy’s internal struggles and the joy of finding strength in unexpected places.

If there’s one minor drawback, it’s that the pacing occasionally lags in the middle, but the engaging characters and witty dialogue more than make up for it.

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

an hilarious rom com with two single parents and their slightly meddling kids who met of all places in the school pick up line.

Thank you to NetGalley, HQ digital, and Hannah Doyle for the advance e-copy.

The Pick-Up was a delightful closed door romance with banter, a fake romance, relatable, dynamic characters, and a slow burn. I read it all in one sitting, because I just could not put it down. I was absolutely riveted. The overall feel of the book gave off Bridget Jones vibes with the UK location and pop culture references as well as the constant questioning by the FMC, Sophie, in her head about what is happening around her. The MMC, Joe, was a charming cinnamon roll that you wanted to root for. The plot was fun and although a spin on the common "fake dating" trope, it felt fresh and new due to the unique location (school pick ups) and the main characters being in their 30's and established. I can definitely see myself re-reading this time and again for a good laugh!

This book is for you if you like:
* A UK setting
* Single parents
* Fake dating
* Dislike to lovers
* Cozy, but sometimes overstepping, families
* Closed door romance

This was a delightful rom-com that had me laughing out loud from start to finish. The author did a lovely job of crafting a wonderfully quirky love story filled with hilarious mishaps, witty banter, and swoon-worthy moments. The characters are lovable and full of personality. Joe and Sophie are both single parents and decide to help each other out by pretending to be in a relationship. Of course they know from the start that it's all an act, but then why do things begin to feel so real?
The plot is lighthearted, combining the right amount of romance and humor. This is a super cute story that will have you grinning from ear to ear when you are done, leaving you with a warm feeling of contentment.
If you're looking for a feel-good, laugh-out-loud story with a heartwarming romance, then you,ve come to the right place. It's the perfect escape, and I found myself smiling long after turning the final page.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

This was a great, lighthearted read with a bit of emotional depth. Two single parents find each other and agree to fake date to help each other out. The progression of their relationship is so cute!

I found "The Pick Up" by Hannah Doyle to be a fun and heartwarming read. The story follows Sophie Rogers, a single parent who, along with another single parent, Joe, decides to fake a romance to solve all of their issues. What starts as a practical arrangement soon becomes something much more as Sophie finds herself genuinely enjoying spending time with Joe.

Doyle's writing is charming and relatable, making it easy to root for Sophie and Joe. The humor and warmth in the story are perfect for rom-com fans who want a light and easy read and the book provides a lovely escape into a world where fake relationships turn into something real. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a feel-good, laugh-out-loud story.

Overall: 3.5

Divorce mom and widowed father meet agree to a fake dating and the rest is history. It was cute, fun and lighthearted. You'll find yourself laughing at times. It feels like a hallmark or lifetime movie in written form.

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

I loved this book. It is such a cute and funny rom com with my favorite trope, fake dating. The characters are wonderful! I very much enjoyed the communication between them and the humor. I truly laughed out loud several times reading this. Absolutely didn't want this story to end and slowed my reading pace down towards the end just to make it last a little longer. I look forward to future releases from the author and will definitely recommend. Thank you to NetGalley and publisher for the arc to review. All opinions are my own.

Alright guys. Here is a a closed door romance that I enjoyed. The main characters were my age and I could actually relate to them!

◽ Single divorced mom X single widowed dad
◽ Fake dating
◽ Slow burn
◽ Witty banter
◽ Grumpy X sunshine
◽ Forced proximity
◽ Clean RomCom
◽ Closed door romance

Thank you to NetGalley and HQ digital for the advance copy.

First of all thank you for approving my request!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The authors writing style had me hooked throughout this book.

I didn't want it to end, a book I really couldn't put down.

3.5 This was a fun cute romance with fake dating trope. I loved the characters and the banter but found it to be a little forgettable. I was also not a huge fan of the third act conflict but still had a fun time reading. I would like to thank net galley and the publishers for a chance to read this book for an honest review.

This is a good book. The two main characters are Sophie and Joe. Sophie is a divorced mother and starting a marketing company. Joe is widow with a son and a professor. Their children go to the same school, they meet while they are waiting on their kids to get out of school. There is an instant attraction. They go out for coffee and decide to fake date. They start dating and their plan is working until it doesn’t. The reason it doesn’t is because they are in love with each other.

"The Pick Up" by Hannah Doyle is a fun, light-hearted romantic comedy that explores the unpredictable and often chaotic nature of modern dating. The story likely follows a protagonist who, after a chance encounter or an awkward mix-up, embarks on a romantic adventure filled with unexpected twists, charming mishaps, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments.

Doyle’s writing is typically fresh and witty, with relatable characters who navigate the ups and downs of love and life in a way that feels both authentic and entertaining. The plot might involve mistaken identities, awkward first dates, or the challenges of meeting someone special in a world where technology often complicates things rather than simplifies them.

"The Pick Up" is ideal for fans of contemporary romance who enjoy stories that blend humor with heart, offering a feel-good escape into the sometimes messy but always exciting world of dating. It’s a perfect read for anyone looking for a light, engaging story about finding love when you least expect it.

A fake romance to make both Sophie and Joe's lives a bit easier, starts to become much more. This story is written with lovely warm characters, the kids even have real personality, and is minus the cringe worthy moments that a lot of these type of stories fall victim to. A great romance read perfect for holidays or just curling up on the couch with.

This story was so heartwarming. It was such a cute relationship over some really wholesome moments. The romance is so pure and they have sun a fun way of communicating that it just feels really relatable.

This is a close door romance about two single parents who fake date. This is such a cute heartwarming story that follows Sophie and Joe. The two come up with a plan to fake date so Sophie can get some play dates for Lila and Joe can stop getting casseroles from the Moms.