05/02/2022
Rochon charms in her multilayered, heart-stealing final Boyfriend Project rom-com (after The Dating Playbook). When hotshot pediatric surgeon London Kelley bumps into her childhood nemesis, Drew Sullivan, at their 15-year high school reunion in Austin, Tex., their chemistry propels them into the cushy bed of Drew’s hotel suite. Later, she learns that hedge fund manager Drew is in town to conduct an audit aimed at saving the hospital where London works. Though London has sworn to herself that their connection would only ever lead to hookups, Drew, who’s lusted after London since their high school days, is determined to make London see how great a relationship could be. Used to being ignored by her narcissist father, feisty but vulnerable London has low expectations when it comes to men—and Drew, a millionaire with a heart of gold and eyes only for her, may be just the thing to overcome them. Rochon’s skillful handling of her lead couple’s sexual fast-burn and emotional slow-burn, coupled with her well-rounded characters, make it impossible not to fall in love with this smart story. Returning readers will be especially delighted to be reunited one last time with London’s besties, Taylor and Samiah. This is a worthy finale. Agent: Evan Marshall, Evan Marshall Agency. (Aug.)
Masterful…a winning romance.”—Kirkus, starred review
“Rochon’s skillful handling of her lead couple’s sexual fast-burn and emotional slow-burn, coupled with her well-rounded characters, make it impossible not to fall in love with this smart story.”—Publishers Weekly
“This rom-com that combines [Rochon’s] signature humor and heart with the soap operatics of Grey's Anatomy. …We're sad to see this incredible series end, but Rochon knows how to satisfy her readers."—Entertainment Weekly
An “engrossing, feel-good rom-com with plenty of gal-pal banter to boot. …The book bursts with Rochon's signature sense of humor, steamy sex scenes, and squee-inducing romance. Grade: A”—Entertainment Weekly
"The Hookup Plan is pure romance gold. It ticked all my favorite boxes: enemies to lovers, sexual chemistry, competence kink, delicious banter. It has everything I want from a book: complex and swoony, hilarious and emotional, romantic and steamy. Treat yourself and pick up this masterpiece, because everything Farrah Rochon writes is an utter joy to read!"—Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis
“Swoony, sexy, and downright delicious. The Hookup Plan is must-read genius in ALL the best enemies-to-lovers, rom-com ways!” —Priscilla Oliveras, USA Today bestselling author of West Side Love Story
“Brimming with wit, solid female friendships, and a STEM-tastic heroine, The Hookup Plan is another Farrah Rochon romance masterpiece!”—Dylan Newton, author of All Fired Up
12/01/2022
London Kelley is an accomplished and driven pediatric surgeon who is no stranger to stress. Looking for a way to decompress and have a little fun, London hooks up with her rival from high school, the handsome Drew Sullivan. What is supposed to be a fun night of no-strings-attached sex gets a bit more complicated when London learns that Drew is in town, not just for their high school reunion, but to save the county hospital where she works from financial ruin. Soon, they find themselves falling for each other without meaning to. Rochon's third installment in the "Boyfriend Project" series (after The Dating Playbook) is a sexy and satisfying romance. Narrator Marissa Hampton confidently presents London as a talented professional who is determined to fight for her place in the world. Listeners will enjoy the steamy scenes as well as those that address the tougher side of being successful. London's struggle to set boundaries with family, decide the direction of her career, and wrestle with her heart resonates. VERDICT A sexy and smart romance that will appeal to women struggling to juggle their personal and professional lives. Recommend to fans of Jasmine Guillory, Talia Hibbert, and Abby Jimenez.—Elyssa Everling
07/01/2022
London Kelly is a celebrated pediatric surgeon and the last in her trio of friends to meet her match, although all she's really looking for is a stress-busting series of no-strings hookups. Drew Sullivan is not only the unlikeliest of hookup partners since he was London's biggest high school rival, but he is also in town to assess whether London's hospital should be sold to a private company. Their antagonistic working relationship translates into explosive nights together, although London can't see any way for their fulfilling physical relationship to develop into something lasting, especially when Drew may end up recommending that her hospital be sold. Both London and Drew are driven, high-performing professionals with hidden trauma in their past that influences their behavior and decisions. Readers looking for a love story between grown-ups facing serious decisions will find satisfaction in the slow emotional burn without sacrificing the spiciness of the fast-moving physical relationship. Equally satisfying is the rich depiction of female friendship. VERDICT Rochon wraps up her "Boyfriend Project" series (following previous installment The Dating Playbook) with this engaging enemies-to-lovers romance. A fulfilling end to a strong trilogy.—Meagan Day
Marissa Hampton narrates an enemies-to-lovers romance. London Kelly is a successful pediatric surgeon who doesn’t have time for anything not directly related to her career, like hobbies or dating. But when her high school nemesis, Drew Sullivan, comes back to town, he might be just the distraction she needs. Hampton’s portrayal of London is confident and assured, that of a professional woman who knows she is a rock star in her field. Similarly, Hampton’s portrayal of Drew is that of another professional at his peak who knows his worth. What makes both London and Drew relatable and gives Hampton’s performance its heart is their personal struggles—London’s complicated relationship with her terrible father and Drew’s grief over the recent death of his mother. K.M.P. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine
Marissa Hampton narrates an enemies-to-lovers romance. London Kelly is a successful pediatric surgeon who doesn’t have time for anything not directly related to her career, like hobbies or dating. But when her high school nemesis, Drew Sullivan, comes back to town, he might be just the distraction she needs. Hampton’s portrayal of London is confident and assured, that of a professional woman who knows she is a rock star in her field. Similarly, Hampton’s portrayal of Drew is that of another professional at his peak who knows his worth. What makes both London and Drew relatable and gives Hampton’s performance its heart is their personal struggles—London’s complicated relationship with her terrible father and Drew’s grief over the recent death of his mother. K.M.P. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine
★ 2022-06-08
High school rivals reconnect at their 15-year reunion.
London Kelley is in the last few months of her residency in pediatric surgery in her hometown of Austin, Texas. She loves her work and has her pick of jobs anywhere in the country, but her strong personal ties to friends and family make it hard to imagine moving. Her two best friends, Samiah and Taylor, encourage her to find a hookup partner to relieve some stress, but London is too busy for dating. At her high school reunion, she runs into her nemesis, Drew Sullivan, the boy she competed with for valedictorian in her senior year. They fall right back into their old pattern of exchanging banter and barbs, but things take a turn, and the two end up in bed. Drew has just retired from a hedge fund as a multimillionaire, but he’s founded a new firm that audits hospitals and health care providers. When London discovers that Drew will be auditing her hospital, they agree to extend their “just one night” arrangement into a monthlong hookup. London is surprised to find her animosity for Drew evolving into affection and love. Although the novel is full of interesting side characters and real-life problems, it is Rochon’s masterful exploration of internal conflict that makes this such a winning romance. London and Drew are successful professionals who still have to manage difficult personal relationships. London is learning to stop seeking her father’s approval, while Drew has to forgive himself for prioritizing work over family obligations. This is a perfect example of how personal growth fuels the fire of the rivals-to-lovers trope.
A terrific ending to a series that highlights how strong career women juggle work and relationships in the modern world.
