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A Not So Meet Cute
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Overview
A Not So Meet Cute is a 2021 novel by Meghan Quinn, a prolific contemporary writer. Quinn has penned dozens of romances, many of which fall within the romantic comedy subgenre, including this novel. It is a USA Today bestseller that takes inspiration from the 1990 film Pretty Woman. In it, a young woman named Lottie is coerced into an arrangement with the handsome, wealthy businessman Huxley Cane wherein she pretends to be his pregnant fiancée. What starts out as a business arrangement between Huxley and Lottie turns into a complex sexual and romantic attraction, leading them both to better understand The False Allure of Wealth, The Impact of Societal Expectations on Personal Choices, and The Balance Between Authenticity and Appearances.
This guide uses the 2022 Penguin Books Kindle edition.
Content Warning: The source material and this guide feature depictions of bullying, sexual content, and cursing.
Plot Summary
The novel begins from Lottie’s perspective. She is employed by her childhood friend Angela, who comes from a higher socioeconomic background and often uses this class difference to make Lottie feel insecure. When Lottie significantly improves Angela’s business and is due a raise, Angela instead fires her, leaving her with no means of paying her Unlock all 52 pages of this Study Guide Plus, gain access to 8,900+ more expert-written Study Guides. Including features:
