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Anything but Easy: An Opposites Attract Romantic Comedy Kindle Edition

by Susie Tate (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 4,565 ratings
Kira Murphy is a liability: always has been. She might be small but her personality and heart are not: a sexual health doctor with a foul mouth, pink streaks in her hair, a bizarre worldview, a reputation for being ‘pathologically social’, and a huge crush on the current Minister of State for Business, Energy and Clean Growth . . . she’s weird and lovable in equal measure.

The last thing Barclay Lucas needs is a liability. He’s made it into the cabinet with single-minded determination, sheer grit, and serious conservatism. But then a crazy, pink-haired, tiny dynamo turns his life upside-down and serious for Barclay is a thing of the past.

But he’s never liked feeling out of control – something he experiences with Kira on a daily basis. So he pushes her away when she needs him the most, and unfortunately for him she retreats at head-spinning speed. It’s only then he realizes that although being with Kira is anything but easy, the grey, boring alternative is far worse. He’ll have to use all his hard-earned political negotiating and manoeuvring skills to get her back. Because after being dragged from black and white into full Technicolor with Kira, Barclay knows that, however serious and worthy his life is, he can’t live it without her.

Anything but Easy is an opposites attract, full-length contemporary romance.

Please be aware - occasional swearing and trigger warning for workplace sexual harassment.

Advance Praise for Anything but Easy

Anything but easy to put down. A true Happily Ever After that will fill you up like a delicious home-cooked meal. – Harlequin Junkie Blog

I was so hooked it took me less than 24 hours to finish. It was light and fun and quick and I loved it. – A Musical Bookworm Book Blog

Highly entertaining read, and I read it in one sitting. Opposites attract romance with plenty of humour and touching drama. – Wonderfully Weird Book Reviews

This is a definite must read! Tate hit it out of the park with this one! – Words we Love by Blog

This book had me crying I was laughing so hard at points! Def recommend! – The Romance Book Club

Kira, is one of the most charismatic and entertaining, yet vulnerable heroines that I’ve read. I didn’t want this novel to end. The epilogue was great. - All Romance all the Time Book Blog

Fantastic read! Kira and Barclay’s story was such a wild ride. This is my first Susie Tate novel and I will definitely be reading more of her books! – Hea Guaranteed

Romantic comedy at its finest IMHO, great characters, great plot, and truly laugh out loud at times. Loved it, loved it, loved it! – Banana Tricky Blogspot

You all seriously need to read this book. The romance, the drama, the relationship issues between her and Barclay and of course the chemistry - all of it made it such an awesome read. It's a must! – The Diary of a Young Book Reviewer

5 out 5 stars - I absolutely loved reading this book. The character development is done beautifully and the ending was amazing. – Romantic Vixen Reads

There is so much to love and laugh about in this book. Susie Tate is one of my favourite authors. – Happy Book Worm 2020

I really needed this to help take away the stress of last week. Recommend to anyone who enjoys romantic comedy. All About Books Blog

Kira’s antics kept me in stitches laughing but I also shed more than a few tears for her. The epilogue was the BEST!! Southern Chics Lit

Opposites attract story, but they came together in a really beautiful way! Definitely recommend this if you're looking for a fun romance! Echoes Out Loud blog
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  • I highly recommend, everyone takes 3-4 hours out of their schedule, however busy, however necessary and chew a little on this one. Anything but easy to put down. A true Happily Ever After that will fill you up like a delicious home-cooked meal. - Harlequin Junkie Blog
  • I was so hooked it took me less than 24 hours to finish. It was light and fun and quick and I loved it. - A Musical Bookworm Book Blog
  • Highly entertaining read, and I read it in one sitting. If your a fan of opposites attract romance with plenty of humour and touching drama, then this book is for you. - Wonderfully Weird Book Reviews
  • This is a definite must read! I absolutely loved everything about Kira and though it took the man awhile I also fell for Barclay! Tate hit it out of the park with this one! - Words we Love by Blog
  • This book had me crying I was laughing so hard at points! It also had some serious moments as well. Def recommend! - The Romance Book Club
  • Kira, is one of the most charismatic and entertaining, yet vulnerable heroines that I've read. I didn't want this novel to end and the epilogue was great. - All Romance all the Time Book Blog
  • This was a fantastic read! Susie take took me on a such a journey with Kira and Barclay. Kira and Barclay's story was such a wild ride. This is my first Susie Tate novel and I will definitely be reading more of her books in the future! - Hea Guaranteed
  • Contemporary British romantic comedy at its finest IMHO, great characters, great plot, and truly laugh out loud at times.Loved it, loved it, loved it! Now I am sad because I am going to have to wait months and months for another book - maybe I will re-read all the other books ... - Banana Tricky Blogspot
  • You all seriously need to read this book. The romance, the drama, the relationship issues between her and Barclay and of course the chemistry - all of it made it such an awesome read. I can write an essay on how much I liked it and it would not be enough. I highly recommend it if you are a true romantic. It's a must! - The Diary of a Young Book Reviewer
  • I will give this book 5 out 5 star rating, because I absolutely loved reading this book. The character development is done beautifully and the ending was amazing. - Romantic Vixen Reads
  • There is so much to love and laugh about in this book. Susie Tate is one of my favourite authors. - Happy Book Worm 2020

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08B7YN33H
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (September 13, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 13, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.2 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
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Susie is a top 2 Amazon bestselling author who writes addictive, feel-good contemporary romance with heroes who may make you a little ragey, but who always redeem themselves in the end! She’s been a doctor in the NHS for over twenty years and lives in beautiful Dorset with her wonderful husband, three gorgeous boys and an even more wonderful dog.

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Customers find this romantic comedy book extremely entertaining, with well-developed characters who love and tease each other in an engaging way. Moreover, the writing quality is praised as brilliant, and customers appreciate the emotional content, with one review highlighting the underlying storyline of facing depression. Additionally, the book receives positive feedback for its happy ending that completes the trilogy, making customers laugh out loud throughout the read.

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101 customers mention "Readability"101 positive0 negative

Customers find the book extremely entertaining and hilarious, with one customer noting it's an educational light-hearted read.

"...Each book is a unique blend of characters and romantic storylines that make you laugh and cry. Thank you Susie and keep em coming." Read more

"...plot, impressive use of cockwomble as a pejorative, and truly laugh out loud at times...." Read more

"...Your books have it all - a good story, great characters, funny parts, sad parts, and, of course, sexy parts! Such fun to read. Thank you." Read more

"...I love an opposites attract book and it’s got the right amount of smut. Just a beautiful story could not put it down!" Read more

46 customers mention "Character development"46 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters in the book, particularly how they love and tease each other, with one customer noting how their personalities complement each other.

"...I have enjoyed every one I have read. Each book is a unique blend of characters and romantic storylines that make you laugh and cry...." Read more

"This is contemporary British romantic comedy at its finest IMHO, great characters, great plot, impressive use of cockwomble as a pejorative, and..." Read more

"...Your books have it all - a good story, great characters, funny parts, sad parts, and, of course, sexy parts! Such fun to read. Thank you." Read more

"...Supporting characters were great too You won’t regret reading this book" Read more

40 customers mention "Emotional content"40 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, noting its heartfelt and strong emotional content, with one customer highlighting its underlying storyline about facing depression.

"...I really liked how the book dealt with life after having contracted HIV (Barclay’s brother Henry)...." Read more

"...Your books have it all - a good story, great characters, funny parts, sad parts, and, of course, sexy parts! Such fun to read. Thank you." Read more

"I really enjoyed this story and the writing. The angst was strong and my emotions ebbed and flowed for sure...." Read more

"Love this story! It was sweet and so funny ! There are a few sad parts and I do like when the bad guy gets his just desserts!..." Read more

30 customers mention "Writing quality"30 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, describing it as brilliant and well-conceived.

"I have been reading all of Susie Tate’s books lately. They are so well written and fill in so many areas. I will continue to read…" Read more

"...I love her books they always make me feel good. Great writing, great story line. Love it." Read more

"...The characters, especially Kira and Barclay, were incredibly well-written and I found myself fully invested in their journey...." Read more

"...It is so well written. You will spend countless hours binge reading." Read more

26 customers mention "Romance"26 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, finding it entertaining and endearing, with particular appreciation for Kira's banter and Susie Tate's character.

"Susie Tate is fabulous. Love her romantic comedies! I have enjoyed every one I have read...." Read more

"Love this story! It was sweet and so funny ! There are a few sad parts and I do like when the bad guy gets his just desserts!..." Read more

"...I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a beautiful happy ever after together with a wonderful love story" Read more

"...I love Kira and her banter, I laughed out loud so much while reading." Read more

18 customers mention "Ending"18 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the ending of the book, describing it as a great story with a happy conclusion that serves as a satisfying conclusion to the trilogy.

"...British romantic comedy at its finest IMHO, great characters, great plot, impressive use of cockwomble as a pejorative, and truly laugh out loud at..." Read more

"...She's also quirky, extroverted, unfiltered, full of life and she tells it like it is and takes no nonsense from anybody...." Read more

"Definitely a great end to the trilogy. I was excited to read about Libby and Millie but Stacey was also a great story...." Read more

"...I really loved the ending." Read more

18 customers mention "Laughter rate"18 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, making them laugh out loud and smile throughout.

"...is a unique blend of characters and romantic storylines that make you laugh and cry. Thank you Susie and keep em coming." Read more

"...Susie Tate is one of my favorite authors and Kira had me laughing so hard. I love an opposites attract book and it’s got the right amount of smut...." Read more

"...The secondary characters will grab at your heart and also make you laugh. There is a lot going on and well worth the read." Read more

"I wish I could give it a million STARS. It made me laugh and cry. Will be on my re-read shelf for sure...." Read more

12 customers mention "Color"12 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the colorful dresses in the book, with one mentioning how they bring vibrancy to the characters' lives.

"...story, great characters, funny parts, sad parts, and, of course, sexy parts! Such fun to read. Thank you." Read more

"...storyline of facing depression and the stigma of STDs was rich and subtle. The end had me wiping tears between swiping pages...." Read more

"...Kira and Barclay evened each other out and it was beautiful...." Read more

"...She's over the top, dresses colorfully, says what she means, and, apparently, everybody loves her...." Read more

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  • D knapp
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulously fun!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2025
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    Susie Tate is fabulous. Love her romantic comedies! I have enjoyed every one I have read. Each book is a unique blend of characters and romantic storylines that make you laugh and cry. Thank you Susie and keep em coming.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Sprinkles me some glitter
    Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2024
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    This is contemporary British romantic comedy at its finest IMHO, great characters, great plot, impressive use of cockwomble as a pejorative, and truly laugh out loud at times.I really liked how the book dealt with life after having contracted HIV (Barclay’s brother Henry). It was super interesting to read and see what someone might go through. This is something I’ve never read before, and I always like it if an author is able to work in something new. After a decade of reading romance, I sometimes get the feeling that I’ve read it all already.
    This is my new favorite quote - "Life is ten per cent what happens to you and ninety percent how you react to it. Don't waste yours looking back for what you've lost. Move on. Life isn't meant to be lived backwards.”
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  • Sue Nicholls
    4.0 out of 5 stars another great story
    Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2024
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    Geez, Susie! I’m getting dehydrated because of all the tears I shed reading your books. Fortunately, I laugh just as much as I cry. Your books have it all - a good story, great characters, funny parts, sad parts, and, of course, sexy parts! Such fun to read. Thank you.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious and Heartwarming
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2025
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    This was by far my favorite book of hers. Susie Tate is one of my favorite authors and Kira had me laughing so hard. I love an opposites attract book and it’s got the right amount of smut. Just a beautiful story could not put it down!
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  • Bonnie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Barclay and Kira
    Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2025
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    A fun rom-com of two people who were as opposite as you could get
    Bar lay a British Cabinet Minister very stoic and Kira a free spirit Sex Doctor
    Let the “fun” begin
    There are several “laugh out loud” moments in this remarkable story of two very different people finding love against all odds.
    Supporting characters were great too
    You won’t regret reading this book
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  • Shelphild
    5.0 out of 5 stars Always good!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025
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    I have been reading all of Susie Tate’s books lately. They are so well written and fill in so many areas. I will continue to read…
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  • AvidReader
    4.0 out of 5 stars wanted more groveling
    Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2022
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    I really enjoyed this story and the writing. The angst was strong and my emotions ebbed and flowed for sure. I just wanted more groveling from Barclay, more storyline with the various issues that came up. Something would happen, they’d argue, then time would skip forward bypassing any aftermath that I was wishing for. Truly he missed out on basically everything by being so self absorbed and in the end saved her from further injury by Dr. Sexual Harassment…but she truly was suffering and he wasn’t involved at all. I was really disappointed by that. Not that I wanted her to let him in but I wanted him to at least be aware of how she was not doing well and subsequently be miserable and regretful because he deserved it. But that was glazed over too. It would’ve been an awesome addition because it was a huge deal. Then the scene where they almost didn’t let her pass her assessment- he didn’t know nor was involved in that portion either. In the end all he did was ‘apologize’ by being the ‘sacrificial man’ in her mom’s empowerment thing. He was awful, wicked awful to her in the scene that did them in. I honestly couldn’t look passed that if it were me. But there was never any conversation about it. They just made up and that was that. I really did love the storyline and again the writing was great. I just really yearned for more involved portions.
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  • Vivian W.
    5.0 out of 5 stars I couldn't stop grinning
    Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2025
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    Love this story! It was sweet and so funny ! There are a few sad parts and I do like when the bad guy gets his just desserts!
    This was a great read a couldn't put down!
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  • briebk
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect read if you are having a bad day!
    Reviewed in Australia on October 18, 2024
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    Kira is my favourite heroine written by Susie Tate. I actually ended up buying this book twice as the stand alone and the Beg, Borrow or Steal box set. I also loved "Limits" but Kira is just HILARIOUS!! Her wild sense of fashion and very funny one liners and not quite swearing (cockwombles??) This book is the perfect read if you are having a crappy day. It is also emotional and has some brilliantly written scenes that will steal your heart. I would recommend buying the Beg, Borrow or Steal box set instead of just the individual book -because trust me once you read one Susie Tate you are going to want to read more!!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ki ki ed
    Reviewed in India on December 28, 2024
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    I am Ki ki ed. Kira is a doctor. But she is unusual n her behaviour is different. Barclays is an MP. How they meet each other n how their lives change, Kira is a rollercoaster person n u cannot stop loving her.
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  • Daniela S.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fun read but ...
    Reviewed in Italy on March 2, 2025
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    Nice ad funny characters, good dialogues but too much of a Cinderella story.
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  • Mrs J.
    5.0 out of 5 stars great Read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 13, 2024
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    Made me laugh and feel so many emotions for both the main characters and others around them. It is a wonderful utopia of love and acceptance that we can all understand in some form. The characters were shown in both strength and vulnerability in equal measures and it was a great read to find in a market of so many very same old books. Congratulations to the author and if you’re reading this review just pick up the book and enjoy the read.
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  • Kate Green
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good series
    Reviewed in Canada on December 22, 2024
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    Susie Tate is a fantastic writer and I enjoyed this series very much. She adds humor into some very deep social issues. I truly appreciate a good read that can make me laugh, while sighing over the romance. Read this. You will not regret it
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