A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy from USA Today & International bestselling author, S.E. Rose.She’s a hot mess, and he’s intrigued from the first time he sees her. He’s a sexy former athlete who could have any woman, and she hopes he doesn’t break her heart.Amery Walsh’s baseball career ended after an injury. He’s been a talent scout for his team and resident playboy since then. But three … resident playboy since then. But three chance encounters with Lyla Perkins change everything. This tiny, feisty woman flips his world upside-down. Is he ready for a serious relationship?
Lyla Perkins just started her career and so far, it’s an epic disaster. She’s buckling down to prove herself at her job when Amery repeatedly pops into her life, forcing her to consider a more serious relationship. But can a playboy be trusted with her heart?
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A basically enjoyable read that wasn’t quite my cup of tea
This was a new to me author so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect going in. I really enjoyed the main characters, particularly Lyla, and the author did a great job of making me feel her emotions. Between her clumsiness and her friends, Lyla provided a lot of laughs but there was a lot more to her character; she was talented and caring and she could totally kick a$$ when she needed to. She and Amery had great chemistry together, and I loved how protective and caring Amery was as he was making sure to take the time to get to know her. The author did a great job with the secondary characters as well, especially Nate and Gran Mill–they added a lot of interest and depth to the story.
While there were tons of hilarious moments, including from Lyla’s awkwardness, some of it was a little over the top for my personal taste (more cringe-worthy than laugh-worthy for me). Not unusual when it comes to rom-coms, and as I know a lot of people enjoy the stories I feel this way about, you should really make up your own mind. Because of this, plus a few times where I felt there were info dumps/telling not showing situations, I did feel my attention try to wonder and the story dragged a bit for me there.
A basically enjoyable read with likable characters and plenty of laughs, this writing style just wasn’t quite my cup of tea but could very well be yours. Since I did like the characters, I’ll probably give the author’s more serious books a try to see if they’re a better fit. 3.5 stars
B2B Kelly
I wasn’t sure what to expect from this new-to-me author, but I’m so glad I took a chance on this book. Lyla is a clumsy, funny woman who manages to humiliate herself multiple times in front of Amery, yet her heart shines through everything she does and Amery finds himself falling for someone he never expected. This book didn’t have a lot of angst or drama, but it was hilarious and was a perfect story for the couple. I must say, though, that my favorite people weren’t the main characters. My favorites were Nate and Gran Mill. Between their, ahem, “adult” escapades and mishaps, their jokes, and their love for Lyla (and Amery, as time went on), made these two the family we all hope to have.
I’d recommend this book to anyone looking for some big laughs and cringeworthy acts (the ice rink debacle: trust me, you NEED this). The hilarity that permeates this book manages to make the sadness behind Lyla’s and Nate’s childhoods less devastating and keeps you wondering what could possibly come next.
Fair warning, don’t drink anything while reading this. I learned the hard way when I realized just how outrageously funny Chronicles Of A Hot Mess is. This book had me rolling in laughter so much my sides hurt. The over the top hilarity is perfectly paired with a wonderfully sweet romance that will have you swooning making this a must read romcom! I had so much fun reading this!
Lyla is adorably clumsy and plagued with embarrassing moments that had me laughing so hard I was crying. She’s a total sweetheart with incredible friends and family. Amery is an irresistible book boyfriend. The man is flawless! He’s sweet, caring, sexy, and has a great sense of humor. The romance between these two will have you constantly smiling and sighing happily.
Between Lyla and Amery’s perfectly swoony feel good romance and epically hilarious moments brought on by Lyla’s best friend Nate and her grandmother I was constantly breathless either from the swoon or laughing like a lunatic.
If you are looking for hilarious laugh out loud moments as well as some sweet hot romance Chronicles of a Hot Mess is the book to read. This is a new author to me and I really wasn’t sure what to expect but she gave me everything I could ask for in a romantic comedy.
Layla is that adorable girl that always manages to humiliate herself, she is clumsy she is funny but you could never laugh at her you can only laugh with her as she humiliates herself multiple times in front of retired baseball player Amery Walsh. Amery is now a talent scout for team he used to play for and life is good for this playboy until a tiny feisty woman turns his workd upside down, could he be falling for Layla Perkins….
S.E. Rose has certainly hit a home run with this book, I laughed or should I say snorted out loud through out this book and please be aware DO NOT DRINK whilst reading this book unless you want to shower who ever is around you. I loved the characters I loved the plot but I also loved how this book was written because it flowed nothing was forced. Can’t wait to read more from this author.
I really liked it. It’s warm and funny with just a sprinkle of sexy times. It was my first taste of S.E. Rose but it won’t be the last.
Audio Review
This is a funny, quirky book about a sweet young lady, Lila, that is a bit on the clumsy side and yes a hot mess. She meets Amery, former baseball star now talent scout, not only once but three times and third time was the charm. He can have any woman he wants and finds it odd he wants this petite klutz and after getting to know her he finds himself falling for her and her crazy family. Lila has not had great luck with relationships and she is just trying to get her career off the ground so she is reluctant when Amery shows interest in her but thanks to her best friend Nate, and her Gran-Mil she goes for what she wants.
Monica King narrated this book and did a great job. I love listening to this narrator and enjoyed this one for sure. It’s funny and full of disasters along with unexpected surprises but also has heart.
I enjoyed this book and recommend it.
Loving this story! It’s filled with hi-jinks and lots of laughs. I couldn’t put this down or shut off my audio player. There is a lot that happens in here. I laughed, chuckled and was filled with shock a couple times (that Gran-Mil!). This is going on my favorites list and will be listened to again! That Lyla is one HOT MESS!
All of these characters make this story what it is…funny. But there are a few who stand out. First let’s talk Lyla. She is clutz extraordinarie. Most of this story involves her actions or re-actions. Don’t get me wrong. They are something to laugh about. Amery is a wonderful man. Former lady killer now he is looking for that one special woman. He certainly found that in Lyla. I love how patient her is with her and how her craziness doesn’t embarrass or offend him. He just rolls with the punches. Lastly Nate! He is the BEST best friend a gal could ever have! He adds comic relief to the story but it’s his big heart and actions that really bring him to the forefront. He is a wonderful add to the story.
I easily loved this rom-Com. I did listen to it on audio. Monica King is the narrator. She did great. Easy and enjoyable to listen to. I’m not sure how she got through this one with a straight face. Are there bloopers???
Fabulous Story & Narration A Heartfelt RomCom!
Chronicles of a Hot Mess
By: S.E. Rose
Narrated by: Monica King
This fabulous story was a delight to listen to! It is my first book by S.E Rose and it will not be my last, I enjoyed her writing style, the story and characters she created are realistic and easy to relate. There are some hilarious moments, laugh out loud moments in this book guaranteed to put a smile on your face. I adored the characters, Lyla Perkins is your hot mess and what a mess she is! She is a klutz, accident prone and you can not help but fall in love with her. Her family and support system are the best, Grand Mill and best friend Nate, they are full of personality and like no other. Lyla hasn’t had any luck with her job lately so when she gets another chance he tries her best to prove herself. Amery Walsh was a professional baseball player before a career ending injury, currently he is working as a talent scout for the team. He met Lyla Perkins on a flight home, he was intrigued by her but failed to get her number. May it be luck or fate, when he goes in for a photo shoot for the team she is working for the people running the shoot. I loved how everything plays out in this book, in addition to Lyla and Amery’s great romance there are some hilarious scenes, some their own, some with Grand Mill and others with Nate. There is also plenty of drama and heartfelt moments too. S.E. Rose, thanks you for this fabulous story and all the laughs.
I listened to the Audible edition, Monica King is a talented narrator and voice artist. She does an amazing job portraying the characters, bringing them to life, giving each their own unique voice and personality. She switches character roles flawlessly and is great at landing all the humor, never missing a beat. You could hear how much heart she puts into her work as she captures and projects the characters emotions into her performance. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another great listen
You guys this book was SOOOO FREAKING GOOD. There were so many moments I would bust out laughing and have to cover my face from turning 50 shades of red while working in the ER. I mean I have seen some things, but damn…that bathroom scene was hilarious! Lyla happily ASS-isted Nate in a thing or two! LOL! I would not recommend reading this book at work, or else your coworkers are going to look at you something crazy.
I was not prepared for Lyla Perkins. I wasn’t prepared to fall in love with her the way I did. I also wasn’t prepared for a man like Amery to be as understanding and patient as he was. Most men would run away from a woman so accident prone. But he made sure Lyla was alright each and every time.
Grand Mill is the grandmother I kind of wish I had, but minus the 50 shades scene in the living room. There are some things you just can’t unseen! Nate is the perfect gay best friend/brother from another mother.
There are so many things I want to say about this book, but I don’t want to give away anything. I will say that this is a TRUE ROM COM with lots of comedy. Things that that actually make you laugh and not annoyed with any of the characters. I will say this if I ever had a friend like Nate, I would make sure my phone was password protected, my laptop and my iPad…I would die if I got the Amazon gift she got after an amazing dinner date with a hot guy. Plus you will never think of an 747 airplane the same!
I absolutely adore this story!
Get ready for all the comedic romance in this book! Lyla is probably the clumsiest person of all time, and she is just looking to do well at her new job. I couldn’t stop laughing (although totally relate to her) at all the different accidents and mishaps that she has. When she meets Amery, a baseball scout, the pair are definitely attracted to each other, but with Lyla being a hot mess express, it provides some comedic liberties to the budding relationship. After meeting Lyla, we start to see a change in Amery, as if meeting her has knocked him off his axis and has somewhat of a caveman moment where he is focused on being the guy that she deserves. While I thoroughly enjoyed Lyla, my favorite character might have been Gran Mill, because she is hilarious and everything I want to be when I get to that age. Overall, it was an enjoyable book and my first from this author. I’m interested to explore more of her titles.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Relatable characters with a happy ending. Keeps you hooked until the end.
So many laugh out loud and awkward moments in this book! This book will have you laughing so hard!
Oh and I wanna be Gran Mill when I’m older. That lady is a hoot. She does and says whatever she wants. I just love her!
Lyla and Nate have a special relationship.. they aren’t related but you can’t tell at all. They are all brother and sister. When Lyla meets Amery, sparks fly.. Amery is a hotshot baseball player turned scout. He’s dreamy and a bit of a player. He changes when he meets Lyla though. Oh and Lyla is most definitely my spirit animal. I’m telling you she is a hot mess times 10. She trips over so much stuff and gets into some serious awkward moments. I just love her. Nate, Ward, Kent B-Ray along with Lyla and Amery are incredibly hilarious and fit together so well. Get ready to laugh when reading this book!!
Chronicles of a Hot Mess was a beautiful and funny story. I page turner I love all the characters in the story. Gran Mill was a trip and Lyla’s bestfriend Nate was just as funny. Lyla was most definitely a hot, mess. This book was a page turner and a easy read.
Who would of known that when Amery would fall for a hot mess like Lyla. Or that crossing paths on the airplane that it was only the start for them.
Lyla’s simple plane trip and working as a PA for a douchebag photographer would open up a romance with Amery, a retired baseball player. The relationship between the two might of started out a bit slow but it became smoking hot. They were a perfect for each other.
I loved this book and can’t wait to reread again in the future. I hope the next person enjoys it as much I and laughs just as hard.
This was my first book by S. E. Rose and based on this one, I look forward to reading many more, although apparently a lot of her others are more serious than this one. If you want to laugh, and enjoy great characters, hot moments, a klutz, hot baseball players (current and ex), grandma, gay best friend, pick this up, I really don’t think you will be disappointed. Lyla is a klutz with a huge heart and lots of spunk. Nate is her best friend/brother, and they both live with Lyla’s grandmother, Grand Mill. OMG – Nate and Grand Mill are hilarious!! (Both seem to enjoy 50 Shades of Gray). We all need people like them in our lives for the laughs. Amery is a smoking hot, ex baseball player. He watches Lyla at the airport, and thinks of her as tinkerbell. Then they keep having chance encounters. Amery realizes he is attracted to Lyla because she is so different from the women he has dated in the past, and he does not want a casual relationship with her. I will read this again and again when I want to laugh! Pick it up, you will be very happy you did!
Laugh out loud moments for Lyla and Amery. Lyla is a hot mess…basically she is all women at one time or another….where she goes, chaos ensues. And she has caught the eye of Amery. Great secondary characters….mostly funny, some over the top, but mostly a good light read.
I laughed so hard reading this book. I maybe laughed too much, but it was so me and that made it funny. It was me…minus the hot celebrities and the crazy friends. I loved it all anyway.
Not sure what took me so long to read this book. I loved it! Amery is what I expect in baseball player (or ex). Lyla reminded me of so many people I know, even myself. She’s not perfect, at all and I had so much fun reading about her. This story was light and hilarious. I need more from this author asap.
Chronicles of a Hot Mess is a book that will have you hooked and laughing hysterically from the start! You can’t help but love poor Lyla Perkins. She is a disaster! How she gets into the situations and predicaments you wouldn’t believe. I myself am much the same and couldn’t help but laugh my way through this book and go… THIS WOULD SO HAPPEN TO ME! She meets Amery Walsh the former pro baseball player and can’t help but drool. He’s one of the beautiful people of the world and she has somehow captured his interest. She can’t understand it and refuses to trust it so her heart doesn’t get broken. Through hilarious situations these two manage to maneuver the crazy world of dating and hopefully come out the other side together. You’ll have to read it to find out if that’s the case! I guarantee you if you need a laugh and a love story to take your mind off things then you can not go wrong with this book! I look forward to hopefully reading many more books with these characters in them!!!
A new to me author, but not a one and does one! This was a fun, at times hilarious read. Amery and Lyla were well written, likable characters, with great chemistry that surprises them both. The book was a fast read, with great flow and some funny secondary characters. I will definitely give SE Rose a second read!!