Thanks to netgally for an early copy of this book in exchange for a review. This book is the conclusion of the series about the Callaghan sisters and follows Lucy's story. I have not read the previous books so maybe if I had I would have been more invested in the family but now feel I cant read them as know what happens to the other sisters but this was a standalone story. I thought the book was quite good and easy to read but i didn't love it. Lucy is 30 and loving her carefree life but then gets hit by a bus and forgets the last 10 years. As she learns who she has become she questions her choices. I appreciate the message the book was getting across but at times the humour and shock value felt a little forced. I would say if you want an easy read with a bit of a difference from an romance book this would be good.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this arc. Here comes an extremely honest review. I struggled to read this. I’ve never dnf’d a book but I stopped reading this one about halfway through and just skipped to the epilogue. In complete transparency, I was expecting a romance, and was, therefore, thoroughly disappointed. I spent so much time cringing and I could barely stand Lucy. She was so proud of her sense of humor but I just found her annoying and unfunny. There were also so many date inconsistencies that I struggled to follow along. Lucy’s relationship with her sisters was sweet but I felt overwhelmed at times. Maybe it’s because I haven’t read the other books but I wasn’t a big fan of her siblings. The beginning dragged on for so long with her sisters that I just started skimming, hoping to encounter a love interest. This book needs to be placed in a different genre because it’s certainly not a romcom.

Very enjoyable conclusion to the Callaghan sisters.
On the way to a gig, Lucy gets into a massive accident. After weeks in a coma, Lucy finally wake up. Only to have lost the last 10 years of her life - Lucy thinks she is still 17, not about to turn 30.
In an attempt to help Lucy regain her memories, the sisters and Lucy move back home. And the joy begins.
Except Lucy doesn't really like herself. Lots of casual sex. Explicit pictures. A job performing as a princess for birthday parties. At the age of 30, shouldn't Lucy have a more grounded life?
I laughed, cried, cringed and rooted for Lucy and all her family.
The only issue I had was this isn't a rom-com. More of fam-com.

It was with mixed emotions that I began reading Am I Allergic To Men, the fifth and final instalment in the Callaghan sister series. I was over the moon that the time had at long last arrived for Lucy, the youngest (and the wild child!) of the family, to delight me with her story but equally devastated that this was to be the final chapter in my favourite romcom series EVER!

If you’re already familiar with this character you’ll know she’s fun, fierce, feisty and fabulous (which is also an accurate description of all five novels) but if not Kristen Bailey does a tremendous job of introducing this whirlwind, this force of nature that is Lucy Callaghan to the reader. The opening scenes featuring all the sisters celebrating Lucy’s 18th birthday in local nightclub Oceana sets the overall tone of the entire novel which can be summed up in one word HILARIOUS! This book is a RIOT, a SCREAM, and I can guarantee you will have an absolute blast as Lucy regales us with the most memorable anecdotes from her life so far beginning with her job (one of many) dressing up as a Disney princess to entertain spoilt rich kids at their birthday parties. It’s on her way to yet another one of these parties that Lucy’s story takes flight. Literally. On a bike, colliding with a bus lands nearly 30 year old Lucy in hospital, in a coma, her body physically intact but her mind less so. When this Sleeping Beauty eventually awakens from her slumber she believes she’s still 17, the past ten plus years a complete blank. It’s her highly comical efforts to reboot her memory, with the help of her sisters and friends, that is the mainstay of the novel. I LOVED IT.

All the Callaghan sisters have SASS flowing through their veins and I’ve adored the bones of every one of them but without a doubt Lucy has to be my favourite. She’s brutally honest, witty, clever, sexy, streetwise, mischievous, irreverent and as a character she is irresistible. She lives life at full throttle so a journey with her is like being a pillion passenger on a super bike zipping and swerving round corners at dangerously high speeds. This woman has so much spark she could easily set herself and those around her on fire and her energy and zest for life is infectious. Her story made me wish I could channel her vibe and be more Lucy! Here is a woman who chooses to live life her way and she makes no apologies for that. However underneath all the devilishness, the casual attitude to sex, love and romance, the flitting from one job to another and throwing things at her sisters she has an ENORMOUS heart overflowing with love and she will surprise you with her hidden depths. I even had a tear in my eye towards the end!

Kristen Bailey has saved the best until last, ensuring the Callaghan sisters exit our lives with a BANG! Am I Allergic To Men is a fantastic finale to this laugh out loud, brilliant series but if you’re not already a Callaghan convert (WHY NOT?) it doesn’t really matter if you don’t read these books in order. However they are addictive, so once you’ve read one you’ll HAVE to read the others! To be honest I think I’ve run out of words to describe how much I’ve enjoyed getting to know these wonderful characters. You will laugh so hard at their crazy antics, and laugh even harder at dialogue which contains more than its fair share of references to certain parts of the male and female anatomy but you will also be uplifted by the sheer amount of love and loyalty that binds the sisters together. It literally oozes from the pages and is the reason why these characters are so special. Yes, the humour is a HUGE part of this novel’s appeal but it’s also what lies underneath all the banter, jokes and naughtiness that has kept me coming back for more. The Callaghans are one AMAZING family (I shouldn’t forget Mum and Dad in all of this because they’re the reason these “best bitches” exist in the first place!) and I’ve said from the very beginning I want to be an honorary member. I fell in love with them, and their individual stories, in a heartbeat and it’s been an utter joy and pleasure to be part of their lives. Over the course of these five novels Meg, Emma, Beth, Grace and Lucy have taken on legendary status in my eyes; to me they are REAL women and I’m just a teensy weensy bit jealous that I can’t claim them as my own sisters and/ or friends.

I’m bereft now that the Callaghans have danced their way off (presumably to the tunes of TLC!) into the sunset to live their best lives but I won’t forget them. They’ve kept me entertained over the last couple of years when laughter has surely been the best medicine in combatting the worst bits. Thank you Kristen Bailey for providing a temporary escape route, for never failing to make me smile and for gifting me some truly wonderful, inspiring imaginary friends when it hasn’t always been possible to see my real ones! I cannot recommend this series highly enough, 5 ⭐️ doesn’t do it justice.

My thanks as always to the publisher Bookouture and Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read in exchange for an honest review.

The main character is Lucy who will not be everyone’s cup of tea – but I really loved her!
Lucy is speeding through London dresses as Elsa from Frozen when she crashes into a bus on Waterloo Bridge.
She wakes from her coma with no recollection of the last 10 years and thinks she’s 17.
Lucy doesn’t remember becoming an auntie, or Netflix and smartphones, living through a pandemic, discovering her sexuality and her passions or even her tattoos.
We follow her on her journey to try to get her memory back and along the way revisit (some of the funniest and most memorable) moments from her sisters.

As she desperately tries to piece together the past decade of her life and find out who she is now, the friends, the jobs, the lovers – she can't help but look at her sister’s lives and compare them to her own.
They're stable, secure, sure about their path – so can Lucy find the thing she's been missing when she can't even remember who she is?

From the first line, I fell in love with Lucy – she was powerful, sassy, and unapologetic and despite making the same stupid and questionable decisions many of us made at some point she’s real and I loved her.

Much like Elsa, Lucy doesn't need a man to save her – she’s a strong independent woman!
While the title and blurb might make it seem like this is another story about a girl who finds love and it solves everything Am I Allergic to Men? is so much more than this!
Bailey creates such complex and beautiful characters – from mothers to lovers, doctors to dancers and each of them are strong, unique and fiercely feminist in their own right.
I really loved the relationship the sisters have and when they moved back home and fell back into their younger selves and each tried to help Lucy regain her memory we learnt more about each of them – I loved the family dynamics.

Full of laughs and tears, Bailey asks the important questions like When is it acceptable to drop kick a child? and Why haven't Disney written any songs about smoked salmon yet? all while weaving a beautifully uplifting story about an unforgettable journey while showing how imperfect real life is.
At times I had tears streaming down my face when I read some of Lucy’s escapades – she’s such a character!
There’s a lot of laughs but also plenty of tender and beautiful moments as Lucy pieces together the memories she’s lost and comes to terms with who she really is now in the present day.
Am I Allergic to Men? is really a love story of Lucy and her family and I loved it.

Well, to say that I love the Callaghan sisters is an understatement, and this addition to the series is another cracker!

There is the usual humour and lewdness we expect from this crazy family, but there are also touching moments. Moments when we see a much softer side to the headstrong, determined Lucy.

I thoroughly enjoyed passing time with these sisters again, and I am rather sad that there won't be any more books in this series. However, i do feel that the author wrapped everything up rather nicely with a big bow on it.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for an ARC of this book, in exchange for an honest review!

The book focuses on Lucy and her story of finding her way through her lost memories. She reflects on the last 10 years after waking up from a coma. She’s lost her memories, and thinks she’s 17 even though she’s 29. Lucy is a likeable character, and I was really hopeful for the plot. I had a lot of high hopes based off of the description. However, right away, I wasn’t hooked. There was a distinct young adult vibe, and lot of inner monologues which I wasn’t a fan of. There wasn’t a whole lot of romance, and I just found myself not wanting to pick it back up after putting it down. All around, it was alright just not my cup of tea.

*Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This was not one of my favorite books I have read - I'd say it was just okay. The first chapter was really chaotic and I think set the tone for how I was going to enjoy this book... not much. This book focuses on Lucy and her journey reflecting on the past 10 years of her life after waking up from a coma and thinking that she is still 17, even though she is actually almost 30.

I had a really hard time connecting with the characters and didn't find the plot to be all that entertaining. It was a book that when I put it down for a break, I almost didn't want to pick it back up again. But I did, because I was curious about how the story would play out. I did enjoy the relationships that Lucy had with all of her sisters - this was the highlight of the book for me. I really wanted to love this book, but I thought it was just okay.

This book is literally a laugh a minute. I loved Lucy and how quick witted and sassy she was. I loved the relationships she had with her siblings and parents. I loved how unapologetic she was.

I'm not sure why the title was relevant - it felt a little off subject, considering her issue wasn't with men at all. So I went into it expecting something a little different (but I didn't read the synopsis because I like to blind read).

Overall this is a fast paced, funny read. It's one I burned through in one sitting and one i'd absolutely recommend if you're wishing for a laugh out loud read.

From laughing out loud to ugly crying, this book brought me so much joy. I've read all of the Callaghans' girls' books, and Lucy is my favorite character. She has an unapologetic and crass attitude that a reader can easily relate to or wants to become. Lucy took us on a journey through her life that is colorful and heartfelt.

Even though the story is focused on Lucy, all of the characters are fully developed, and a read will not be left out even though you didn't read all of the other books (although you should just for the sear fun of it). There is no lag throughout the story. Lucy's adventures and past make the pace of the story read smoothly.

However, I do think the "where are they now" portion of the end of the story shouldn't be there. It seems so closed off and final, especially for Lucy's character. Lucy doesn't need a fail or success ending to her life. She just live her life to the fullest without any regrets.

Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for letting me read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

In art one emerges as ourselves and know other people view us. Lucy is unflappable and rages through life with a determination to live without fear and love everyone around her so hard. As a result, those around her flock to her like a light as her positive energy is that attractive. Yes, this book is hilarious due to her stints in various jobs and how she knows many people in her life. And the four sisters? A prison girl gang is a very apt description of Meg, Emma, Grace, Lucy and Beth. She may have lost her memory but like Pussy, she had numerous lives. Like the girls, their mum was a force to be reckoned with.

This ARC was provided to me via Kindle, Bookouture and by #NetGalley. Opinions expressed are completely my own.

I liked how it sounded but had a difficult time getting into it. I don’t know why, but others may enjoy.

I really wanted to love this book! 1) because of the cover 2) synopsis unfortunately it didn’t really meet expectations.

I found it really difficult to finish, Lucy was a strange character. I neither like or disliked her but the hilarious read that was promised didn’t deliver for me.

The story plot didn’t really gel for me and I was in a constant state of confusion. Not something I like to be in.

I don't know what this book is doing by romance- there is no romance at all null. Ok, the story is interesting and funny but what I want to read is about love and all shebangs but this one was not. It is like eating a chocolate cake without a cake. Sorry but I am reviewing the love story no love a lot of stars.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for NetGalley

i tried to get through this but i didn't manage to do it, there just wasn't anything that i liked, especially the main character lucy. this book was not for me but i'm sure others will be able to appreciate it more than i did.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book started off slow for me. It took a while for me to get into the writing style and British slang terms. I’m glad I finished it though, as it became a really sweet story about sibling love and living an authentic life.

Lucy is a 29-year-old who wakes up from a coma with no memory of the past 10 years of her life. The story explores her trying to regain her memories by visiting places and meeting people (most of whom she had slept with in the past, I could never stand for that level of embarrassment but go Lucy).

Lucy was likeable and witty, but her story felt too drawn out at times. There was a lot of internal dialogue and discussions with her family that could have been tightened or snappier for a better narrative experience.

Overall, I enjoyed the book though and would recommend giving it a go if it sounds interesting to you! There is about 1% of actual romance here though. It’s really a love story of Lucy and her family.

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I liked Lucy and her sense of humor. I felt the plot was a little boring and there wasn’t enough to make me more interested. I could read a couple chapters a night, but I never felt the need to see what was happening next. didn’t realize this was part of a series at first, but I also didn’t feel like I was missing out with the way the story was told. I liked the relationship between all of the sisters. It was an okay read for me.

When I saw the cover and read the back blurb I wanted to read this book. It sounded like the perfect Rom Com. Meeting Lucy I was sort of annoyed by her at first. I am all for strong independent women but she takes it a little too far. I didn't like how rude she was to someone trying to be nice. She is feels like a women with a chip on her shoulder. As I read the story I did begin to like her especially when she was trying to find herself. The rudeness was gone which made her likable. I was slightly disappointed it was not a Romance novel. It was Labeled as romance but really its a fun fictional book about a women and her family. If this was the sort of book I was expecting I think my review would have been different. Her sisters are awesome and apparently there is a book for each sister so I am very interested in reading some of their stories. Overall this is a well written book. It has a ton of funny parts and is an easy read. if your looking for a book that is about a women's journey and relationship with her sisters than this would be a awesome book.

It is for sure not a romance comedy its a Dramady.


Thank you to Netgallley for allowing me an ARC copy to review for my honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley and the published for an early look at this title.

Lucy plays a princess at a child’s birthday party. When she leaves, riding a bike, she gets hit by a bus and loses 10 years of her memory. Her four older sisters move in with her and their parents to help her remember.

Lucy is crass and not very likeable. Her sisters, however, seem very loving and caring. I also think I missed some things because this was the last book in a series, which I didn’t know, that included each of the sisters.

I loved the dad. He was very sympathetic and the ideal parent.

I think readers would enjoy this title more if they’d read the previous ones first.

Thank you NetGalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I went into this book expecting a sweet, funny rom-com (it was categorised as a romance on NG) but it was more of an in your face dramedy that felt like it was trying too hard to be quirky. Also, it wasn't until I'd finished reading and logged it onto Goodreads that I realised it was the fifth book in a series all about the different Callaghan  sisters! It wasn't mentioned in the blurb or anything so that was surprising to find out. I won't be reading the previous books though...

In all honesty I almost DNF'd this after reading the prologue alone. The characters were portrayed as a loud, mouthy and crude bunch of women who had no respect for themselves or anyone else around them. Starting fights, dancing on the bar, leaping on bouncers and puking everywhere? Really not my kind of people. But! I persevered knowing that the main story took place in the future, where I'd hoped they'd done A LOT of growing up.

Sadly, the main character Lucy hadn't. For a woman turning 30 with young nieces and nephews she was way too inappropriate with her language and actions infront of children, even before waking up thinking she was 17. Talking frankly about sex to a 6/7 year old at a birthday party whilst dressed as a princess...um what? Personality-wise she was just too much to be likeable! The humour in this book was also too much - it was cringey, crude, OTT and really not funny.

I did appreciate the messages that this book instilled like embracing who you are and the importance of friends/family, and the amnesia storyline was an interesting direction to go down, but the rest of it? It really wasn't at all what I had expected.