⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Delightfully Fun and Flirty Rom-Com

Sara Ney's Not Your Biggest Fan is a charming, laugh-out-loud romance filled with steamy chemistry, witty banter, and lovable characters. The story kicks off with a hilariously unconventional (not-so) meet-cute at a New York City food truck, where Harlow James, a bold and witty dating app entrepreneur, offers unsolicited advice to Landon "Andy" Burke, a cocky NFL star incognito. (Pro tip: if a stranger warns you off street meat, listen!) What follows is a fast-paced and heartwarming journey from playful bets to unexpected weekend flings and the possibility of something more.

Harlow's spunky, no-nonsense personality paired beautifully with Andy’s confident but easygoing charm. Their banter was sharp, funny, and delightfully natural, making their connection feel genuine. I especially appreciated that Harlow didn't recognize Andy as a sports celebrity—nothing levels the playing field quite like seeing a man lose a bet over a questionable chicken skewer.

While the book delivers Ney's signature humor and lovable characters, it leans more toward a traditional rom-com vibe than some of her edgier, indie-style reads. The storytelling was light and approachable, though I found myself wishing for a little more bite.

The pacing was spot-on, keeping the story engaging from beginning to end. While the ending left me craving just a bit more time with the couple, the supporting characters—especially Harlow's hilarious dad Big Steve—added delightful depth and humor. Ney’s signature quirky storytelling shines here, making it a joyful, easy read for romance fans.

If you love sports romance, big city/small-town dynamics, and witty banter served hot, Not Your Biggest Fan delivers in spades and will leave you grinning—and probably rethinking your next street food order.

Story: 4⭐
Spice: 2🌶️

Genre:
🖤Contemporary Romance
🖤Sports Romance

Tropes:
🖤New Adult
🖤Hidden Identity
🖤RomCom
🖤Different Worlds
🖤Opposites Attract
🖤Professional Athlete
🖤Small Town Girl
🖤He Falls First

Thank you Sara Ney & The Author Agency for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Not Your Biggest Fan by Sara Ney is a football romance, hidden identity, small town girl romcom.
Harlow James is destined to rock the dating world. The creator of Kissmet, the app helping singles find love, she’s in New York to secure advertisers. But the sassy, small-town girl can’t help meddling in other people’s business.
When she runs into a muscular stranger at her go-to food truck, Harlow doesn’t realize he’s Landon “Andy” Burke, the NFL’s most-wanted free agent, in town to talk contracts. She just sees a hottie about to get burned by undercooked street food. Though she tries to warn him, he shrugs her off, making a little wager instead.
In a messy twist of fate, Andy finds himself in the same hotel as Harlow. When she collects on their bet, they make a mind-blowing—and bed-rocking—connection. But after the weekend, she goes home to Green Bay to her goofy dad and corgi, ready to focus everything on work again. Kissmet, however, has other ideas, when Andy knocks on her door…
This is a cute, romcom story. It’s a fun opposite attracts story. I enjoyed their meet-cute in New York and some of the flirty banter they had.

But I didn’t love that the story felt like text messages after text messages as opposed to conversations and storylines.

I loved their characters overall and their personalities, but I would have loved more story and backgrounds to them.

I do love instalust but this may have just been a bit too rushed for me. I rate this book a 3.5 out of 5. That being said I would recommend this book to those who love fun romcom vibes, hidden identities, and football players. If this sounds like something you like, I recommend you check it out!

Thank you again to Sara Ney, The Author Agency, and NetGalley!

Not Your Biggest Fan by Sara Ney is a laugh-out-loud rom-com that delivers pure fun. The characters are funny, relatable, and an absolute blast to get to know—even the side characters had me cracking up.
This was my first book by Sara Ney, and I can absolutely see why she’s a bestselling author. The story follows two people from completely different worlds who cross paths at a hot dog stand, leading to a bet that sets the stage for their hilarious second meeting—in an elevator.
If you’re looking for a quick, lighthearted read with plenty of humor and just the right amount of spice, this book is for you. It’s fun, flirty, and the perfect pick-me-up romance!

Not Your Biggest Fan is the first book in the new Not Yours football romance series from bestselling author Sara Ney and it's published by Montlake. This romantic comedy read has two main characters in their late twenties--he's 29, and I'm guessing she's about the same age--Harlow James, the creator of a dating app called Kissmet, and Landon Burke, a professional football player, who have an unforgettable meet-cute and find themselves being thrown together by fate under somewhat expected circumstances. This is a standalone, so you don't need to read any of Ney's previous releases to enjoy this series starter.

Harlow James is from Green Bay, Wisconsin but she's hustling and bustling in New York for work. She may be a girl from the Midwest, but she's learned a thing or two during her short stay in the city that doesn't sleep. So, when she offers up a bit of advice to the hot, muscular guy in line at a food truck, she knows she's helping out. Unfortunately, the stranger doesn't listen and orders the chicken kebabs; fortunately for Landon Burke, he lives to tell the humiliating tale of hours spent regretting not listening to the beautiful, unassuming woman at Central Park. They happen to be in the same hotel, and they spend time together. But Harlow only knows him as Andy, the supposedly unemployed guy headed to Ohio for family. She has no idea he's the NFL's most wanted free agent, and that he's about to make his obvious presence known around the Frozen Tundra which is in football town--her hometown--Green Bay.

This was a highly entertaining beginning to the Not Yours series, with Harlow and Andy's first meeting being one of the more original ones I've come across in recent memory. Theirs wasn't a case of love or even lust at first sight, but there was an inkling of a connection as they debated the pros and cons of chicken kebabs from a food truck in New York. Fate, of course, had them crossing paths again, with Harlow bearing witness to just how right she was when she warned Andy off of those kebabs. I liked that while their attraction was growing, they did spend time getting to know each other before actually jumping into bed together. Andy was such a sweetheart, and Harlow was a breath of fresh air. I loved the family dynamics on both sides, and Andy's conversations with his best friend, Dex, and Harlow's with her ever-supportive quad of besties had me laughing out loud. And did I mention that there's a dog named Kevin as well? My one quibble is that there was never a mention of those three words that you come to expect in a romance novel, especially considering what he does in the final chapter, you'd think they'd have said those words sometime prior, but it is what it is. Not Your Biggest Fan is still a 4.5-starred read.

I really enjoyed this one and loved how the MC’s met! Definitely would recommend it to other’s if they love romcom’s!

4 Loved the Way They Meet Stars!!

I love starting a new series by a favorite author and with this first book in Ms. Ney’s Not Yours Series, we meet Andy and Harlow. I was chuckling from the get-go with this book especially when Andy and Harlow meet for the first time because she warns him about something and let’s just say he should’ve heeded her warning LOL. I love Harlow, she’s a Girl Boss with her dating app and given she’s single and looking makes it that much better.

This book is filled with witty banter, steamy moments that had me fanning myself and chemistry that can’t be stopped. Andy is a man that usually is in control of things, but his falling fast and hard for Harlow is out of his control and I’m there for each and every minute of him wooing her!

What a great start to a new series. I can’t wait for Margot and Dex’s story!

I really enjoyed Andy and Harlow’s story. They had great chemistry and their conversations from their first meeting and throughout the book had me laughing out loud. Quick paced, easy to read plot.

A fast-paced romantic comedy!

This was such a fun read! Sara Ney's unfiltered humor had me laughing so hard my cheeks hurt. Between the food fiasco, Harlow's sports-obsessed dad, and Kevin the dog, I couldn't stop smiling.

The story moves fast, but Harlow and Andy's connection feels so genuine, while he gets to be himself, not the famous football star the world sees him as.

Sara Ney is an auto-buy author for me, and I can't wait for more in the Not Yours series, especially with the dating app playing a role (hopefully with some fun cameos!)

Not Your Biggest Fan is the first book that I read from Sara Ney, and between the synopsis and tropes of Not Your Biggest Fan, I was intrigued to read this one. This was a cute and funny read that kept me entertained, especially with how the characters met initially. It’s something I’ve never read before in a romance book, and I loved how the FMC, Harlow, tried to help the MMC, Andy, from making a bad decision. He really should have listened to her. 😂 But, then, these two would have never crossed paths again and had an amazing day in New York together.

The story progresses with the characters going their separate ways, but Andy not being able to forget his time with Harlow, especially since she has no clue who he is really. The issue is Andy hasn’t told Harlow the truth about him, and eventually, she’ll find out. He’s hoping it doesn’t scare her away because he is determined to get to know her better.

I enjoyed this story of Andy and Harlow. They were complete opposites of one another, and they had an instant and undeniable chemistry. Andy definitely made an impression with Harlow when it came to bedroom skills and other things. Harlow made an impression on Andy, especially when she treated him normally.

Here’s the thing, though, the story was written in such a short period that it felt rushed almost, especially with the conflict of Andy keeping the secret of his true identity from Harlow and how she handled it. I would have loved to have more of their relationship after she agreed to be with him. There was also a past relationship that Andy had that tried to jeopardize everything with Harlow, who just wanted to cause drama for no reason. It was mainly due to publicity and jealousy.

The one thing that truly irked me was Harlow’s father and how he was annoying Harlow with his constant butting into her life. He should have respected her and not just shown up when he felt like it and he also should have realized that his daughter was an adult.

Aside from a few issues, this was a good read, though it felt rushed for me towards the end. I wish I could have enjoyed it more, as there were several scenes that had me laughing out loud. Overall, I give it 3.5 stars. I definitely plan on checking out other books by Sara Ney, especially if they are just as funny as this one.

Single/Dual POV: Dual POV.

Standalone or Part of Series: It’s an interconnected standalone in the Not Yours series.

Would I recommend this book? Yes. If you are looking for a funny romance story between two opposite characters, then check out this book. If you read Sara Ney’s books before, you’ll enjoy Harlow and Andy’s book.

What to Expect:
🏈Sports/Football Romance
🏈Hidden Identity
🏈Opposites Attract
🏈He Falls First
🏈Professional Football Player
🏈Small Town Girl

so thankful to @saraneyauthor and @theauthor.agency for this arc

even though this whole story takes place in less than a month, everything felt so developed. the pacing was great and i loved how much was included in the story. Harlow is genuinely one of the funniest fmc i’ve encountered, i just loved her wit and personality. Andy is the embodiment of a golden retriever and i could not get enough of him as the perfect balance to Harlow

i do like how the book explored the signing aspect of football, it set up some really cute moments. i adored their not so cute meet cute and how the banter started from the first chapter and never went away. if you’re in the mood for a cute and funny football player romance with some spice, you’ve come to the right place

I enjoyed this despite the cringey moments. It has the banter you expect from SN and a host of side characters i really hope get their own story.

3.5/5 ⭐️

This one fell a tad flat for me. I thought it was a cute, easy read. Harlow was snarky and the banter was cute a times. However, I don’t feel like I was able to really connect with either Andy or Harlow.

Their meet cute was fun. They met in NYC where Harlow delivered so much sass. Fate kept throwing them together until Andy took it upon himself to make his own fate and showed up at Harlow’s front door.

If you’re look for a low angst, cute, sports romance, this is worth a read!

There are moments in life when you need a reason to smile. Not Your Biggest Fan is that reason. Ney take a sassy heroine with a soft heart and an alpha hero with a cocky attitude and delivers a laugh out loud, over the top, seduction of the heart. Opposites attract with irresistible results.

Not My Biggest Fan is my first Sara Ney book. It's the first book of a new series (Not Yours) and features Landon "Andy" Burke and Harlow . After their street meat meet cute, their banter is so much fun, and was one of my favorite parts of the book. One bout of food poisoning later, and we're off and running. The side characters also leave a solid impression. Big Steve (Harlow's dad) is one of a kind, and stole most of the scenes he appeared in. Kevin the dog and his bestie/dog sitter Lydia are a hoot, and Landon's appeals to Dex for help only serve to rile up Andy, giving him some good natured ball busting, making for some funny interludes. I enjoyed the sarcastic witty voice she gave to Harlow, and how Andy just couldn't stay away from this woman whose reaction to him is like nothing he's ever experienced before.
If you're looking for a low stakes, low drama, lighthearted rom-com, this will be right up your alley. It's funny, sweet, and spicy in equal measure. The closing chapter from Dex has me excited for the next book in the series for sure!
Thank you to Netgalley, Montlake, and Sara Ney for this ARC opportunity.

3.5 stars

Not Your Biggest Fan is the first book in the Not Yours series, but it can be read as a standalone.

Harlow and Andy had an interesting (and funny) meet cute, and they ended up “meeting” again later. It was kind of insta-love for them after that.

This was cute and funny, but I found a lot of it cringy.

Andy was a golden retriever, and Harlow was super sweet and intelligent. I honestly didn’t really feel the connection between them. I mean, they hardly got to know each other.

I still had a fun time reading this, and I look forward to the rest of the series.

Sara Ney is an author I can always count on to make me laugh, smile, and swoon. Her books are so much fun to read and Not Your Biggest Fan is no exception.

Harlow and Landon's first meeting is less than swoon worthy as it involves food poisoning from a food truck. However, they have lots of chemistry that turns into a great connection.

Sara did a nice job with their relationship development and I really enjoyed watching them fall for one another. The story hooked me from the first page and I didn't want to put the book down. This is definitely my new favorite book from her and I can't wait to read the rest of the series.

Thank you to Netgalley, the author, and the publisher for providing an ARC for an honest review.

Banter filled
4.5 ⭐️
This was a lot of fun to read. Andy and Harlow had the best banter right from their “meat”-cute. The support characters, Big Steve and Lydia in particular, only add to the lighthearted, easygoing feel of the story.
A great, laugh-filled rom-com, that has cute characters, instant attraction, action, steam, little twists, romance and loads of charm.
I’m looking forward to more in this new series.

This book was a fun and enjoyable romcom. The meet cute/meet hate between Harlow and Andy was hilarious. I loved their date around NYC getting to experience something new together. Andy had the perfect amount of himbo energy. He knew he wanted Harlow and would do whatever it took to get her.
I did struggle with a few things with this book:
- Harlow having no idea who he was. He’s on the cover of GQ, how did she not know?
- The timeline. I felt like a lot of time had passed but it was just a matter of days.

Overall, I did enjoy this book.

Opposites attract is definitely what happened when Andy and Harlow met. I just felt that it was hard to connect to the main characters unlike the characters in other Sara Ney stories even with the banter, the chemistry and timing felt off. I will say that Big Steve was probably my favorite character. I would say this was more a rom-com versus a sports romance as there was very little to do with anything football so don't expect it to be like your typical sports romance. Overall its an easy read light read with little to no drama/angst, so if you want something light to read this will be a good option.

The last thing Harlow James expected when visiting New York City was meeting a handsome stranger and having a whirlwind, romantic day with him. Little did she know, she was swooning an NFL superstar! Landon “Andy” Burke is scouting around prospective teams for where he wants to land in the upcoming season and a not so cute/meet cute lands him in Harlow’s orbit.

As always, Sara’s writing is cute, quirky, entertaining and absolutely HILARIOUS. Andy was an absolute teddy bear and the way he was completely smitten and stumbling over Harlow from the get was so adorable. Harlow was sweet but also sassy and her one liners were total knock outs. Harlow’s dad “Big Steve” may have been the star of the show for me, hilarious and OH SO relatable, I found myself loving him so much. Quick paced and totally fun, I will always devour anything Sara writes for a light hearted and sweet read that is very low conflict and sure to make you smile. 4.25/5 stars!

🏈Sports Romance
🔥Not so meet cute
🏈Hidden Identity
🔥RomCom
🏈Different Worlds
🔥Opposites Attract
🏈Professional Athlete
🔥Small Town Girl
🏈He Falls First