A book series you don’t want to miss…not your typical chick lit…will make you laugh out loud… Fox’s books are charming and funny, but they still manage to give us dating advice we can actually use.
DatingAdvice.com
The Doctor Is Back.
Brook Ogden has never encountered a broken heart she couldn’t patch together. Her counseling practice as the Breakup Doctor—on call to help you shape up after a breakup—is so busy she’s expanded to offer group sessions. (Turns out there are far more than fifty ways to leave your lover.) Her radio show and advice column have made her a local celebrity, and even her personal life, after some gruesome breakups of her own, is in recovery: Ben Garrett started out as a revenge date against an ex, but has turned into so much more.
But when sizzling-hot Chip Santana, an old client she once shared a rather unprofessional midnight roll in the sand with, comes back into her life asking for her help, Brook can’t say no. Yet while she’s busy stitching up his relationship troubles, Chip reveals much more than a therapeutic interest in her.
In the standoff between her heart and her hormones, Brook’s cool, collected Wise Therapist persona begins to crack like thrown wedding china. She’s yelling at recalcitrant cheating husbands. Offering crazy advice to radio callers. She’s even hugging her clients.
When the situation goes critical, Brook’s forced into a decision she isn’t ready to make—and the Breakup Doctor has to decide what kind of casualties she’s willing to accept.
Where to buy:
Praise for the Breakup Doctor series
One of the great things about this series is the growth and change we see in each of the characters. The books are not just the same old, same old where the characters aren’t learning from their mistakes. They actually move forward with their lives and relationships change.
Susan the Book Bag
Phoebe Fox’s books are like a box of fine chocolates. Not to be eaten quickly but to be savored and enjoyed.
Fresh Fiction
Just when I thought I’d never see another perfect book in my lifetime, here comes Phoebe Fox! … Phoebe Fox’s writing is smooth and eminently readable… Fast-paced, witty, fun-lighthearted read.
Mrs. Bird Lady
Completely engaging…the perfect blend of lighthearted fun and poignant observations on the intersection self-worth, friendship, and love.
Books and Brews
A beautiful woman’s fiction novel…so moving and compelling…This will pull your heartstrings.
Kristen's Book Jungle
An amusing, snarky look at love in the 21st century.
For the Love of Books
A fun filled, heartwarming, romantic novel.
Kraftireader
Chick lit that’s well written, smart, and fun.
Polished and Bubbly
Relationship advice doesn’t get much better than from the Breakup Doctor….
Storeybook Reviews
To me this series is perfect, I want to read more of Brook and her friends and I added it to my top 10 reads of the year. I’ll be reading anything and everything Phoebe Fox writes with excitement!
Hello Chick Lit
Phoebe Fox takes the time to understand the human heart and mind.
Dr. Duana Welch
Author of Love, Factually
The Breakup Doctor series is getting better and better [with] each book…
Ai Love Books
On the whole, the series is funny, poignant, witty, smart, and memorable. Certainly an outstanding set of books to have and keep on your home library shelves.
Girl with Book Lungs
Fox really has gained her place in my favorite authors spot! There is just so much charm, humor, honesty about love, breakups, friendships and living life within the pages of Heart Conditions.
Mrs. Mommy Booknerd's Reviews
Phoebe Fox has given us characters that are lovably fallible, funny, and frazzled.
Elisa Lorello
Bestselling author of Faking It and Why I Love Singlehood
A book series you don’t want to miss…not your typical chick lit…will make you laugh out loud… Fox’s books are charming and funny, but they still manage to give us dating advice we can actually use.
DatingAdvice.com
Multidimensional and full of life…a great series, and hard to put down.
Comfy Reading
Delightful, witty, and chock-full of warmth–I loved every page….Reading this series is like taking a trip to see your best friend, therapist and love guru all in one. Phoebe Fox writes her heart out!
Amy Fitzhenry
Author of Cold Feet
Amazing, belly laughing, full of honesty, heart, and truth…This series is not to be missed!!! 5 stars.
Mrs. Mommy Booknerd's Reviews
BEDSIDE MANNERS is extremely hard to put down….Phoebe Fox creates such a heartwarming cast of characters that you can’t help but fall in love with them. Please, please, please Ms. Fox, keep on writing this series.
Fresh Fiction
One of the great things about this series is the growth and change we see in each of the characters. The books are not just the same old, same old where the characters aren’t learning from their mistakes. They actually move forward with their lives and relationships change.
Susan the Book Bag
Fun and addicting…you will love this series!
Hello Chick Lit
Just when I thought I’d never see another perfect book in my lifetime, here comes Phoebe Fox! … Phoebe Fox’s writing is smooth and eminently readable… Fast-paced, witty, fun-lighthearted read.
Mrs. Bird Lady
On the whole, the series is funny, poignant, witty, smart, and memorable. Certainly an outstanding set of books to have and keep on your home library shelves.
Girl with Book Lungs
Fox doesn’t just know how to write clearly and powerfully…she has real insight into relationships…a laugh-out-loud read. Fox has a real winner here.
Scene Magazine
The Breakup Doctor is a full-service book: a heartwarming and funny story about friendship, romance, and the heart-wrenching reality of breakups—while busting out some spot-on dating advice along the way.
Liz Tucillo
Co-author of He’s Just Not That Into You; executive story editor of HBO’s Emmy Award-winning Sex and the City
Therapist Brook Ogden is a genius when it comes to helping people push past the crazy stage and mend their broken hearts, but when Brook suffers her own heartbreak, will she take her own advice? (Answer: no, which is why this book is so funny.)
Glamour
Bedside Manners Discussion Questions
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Brook finds herself torn between two very different men in the story. What is it that she is attracted to in each of them? Why, when she seems to think Ben is perfect for her, is she still drawn to Chip?
- Is Brook really confused about what she wants, or does she just say that as a reason to keep things casual with Ben? If so, why?
- Brook has a complicated relationship with her mother. Why do they seem to push each other’s buttons so easily? Despite her frequent acrimony toward her mom, Brook still seems to crave her approval. Why is this?
- When Brook tries to reach out to her mom, she often feels that her mother’s reactions ruin her good intentions. Do you agree that Vivian is often the root of the problem? If not, how does Brook contribute to their difficult relationship?
- Does Vivian love her daughter? Is she a good parent? Discuss her strengths and shortcomings as a mother.
- Is Sasha and Stu’s relationship healthy? What is it based on?
- Although Brook is happy that Sasha has found love with Stu, she’s a bit uncomfortable that her friend is now the one in a seemingly healthy relationship, while Brook is the one floundering. Why is that hard for Brook?
- Brook feels left out of the relationship between her brother and her best friend. Is that a factor in her actions in this story? In what way?
- Was what Brook did with Chip cheating? Why or why not?
- Do you think Ben is the right guy for Brook? Why or why not?
- Brook begins a new Breakup Doc practice via support groups, so she can help more people at once. Do you think the idea of people experiencing heartbreak and talking about it together is really a viable one? Why or why not? Is it something you think would appeal to you in that situation?
- Were there warning signs that Brook missed in Chip Santana for his later behavior? Have you ever had a relationship with the “warning signs”? Did you ignore them, or heed them? Why?
- Is Chip abusive, or just a guy who lost his temper? Should Brook make sure he faces consequences for his actions, or should she avoid potentially derailing any future progress he might continue to make?
- Book info
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The Doctor Is Back.
Brook Ogden has never encountered a broken heart she couldn’t patch together. Her counseling practice as the Breakup Doctor—on call to help you shape up after a breakup—is so busy she’s expanded to offer group sessions. (Turns out there are far more than fifty ways to leave your lover.) Her radio show and advice column have made her a local celebrity, and even her personal life, after some gruesome breakups of her own, is in recovery: Ben Garrett started out as a revenge date against an ex, but has turned into so much more.
But when sizzling-hot Chip Santana, an old client she once shared a rather unprofessional midnight roll in the sand with, comes back into her life asking for her help, Brook can’t say no. Yet while she’s busy stitching up his relationship troubles, Chip reveals much more than a therapeutic interest in her.
In the standoff between her heart and her hormones, Brook’s cool, collected Wise Therapist persona begins to crack like thrown wedding china. She’s yelling at recalcitrant cheating husbands. Offering crazy advice to radio callers. She’s even hugging her clients.
When the situation goes critical, Brook’s forced into a decision she isn’t ready to make—and the Breakup Doctor has to decide what kind of casualties she’s willing to accept.
Where to buy:
Praise for the Breakup Doctor series
A book series you don’t want to miss…not your typical chick lit…will make you laugh out loud… Fox’s books are charming and funny, but they still manage to give us dating advice we can actually use.
DatingAdvice.com
One of the great things about this series is the growth and change we see in each of the characters. The books are not just the same old, same old where the characters aren’t learning from their mistakes. They actually move forward with their lives and relationships change.
Susan the Book Bag
Phoebe Fox’s books are like a box of fine chocolates. Not to be eaten quickly but to be savored and enjoyed.
Fresh Fiction
Just when I thought I’d never see another perfect book in my lifetime, here comes Phoebe Fox! … Phoebe Fox’s writing is smooth and eminently readable… Fast-paced, witty, fun-lighthearted read.
Mrs. Bird Lady
Completely engaging…the perfect blend of lighthearted fun and poignant observations on the intersection self-worth, friendship, and love.
Books and Brews
A beautiful woman’s fiction novel…so moving and compelling…This will pull your heartstrings.
Kristen's Book Jungle
An amusing, snarky look at love in the 21st century.
For the Love of Books
A fun filled, heartwarming, romantic novel.
Kraftireader
Chick lit that’s well written, smart, and fun.
Polished and Bubbly
Relationship advice doesn’t get much better than from the Breakup Doctor….
Storeybook Reviews
To me this series is perfect, I want to read more of Brook and her friends and I added it to my top 10 reads of the year. I’ll be reading anything and everything Phoebe Fox writes with excitement!
Hello Chick Lit
Phoebe Fox takes the time to understand the human heart and mind.
Dr. Duana Welch
Author of Love, Factually
The Breakup Doctor series is getting better and better [with] each book…
Ai Love Books
On the whole, the series is funny, poignant, witty, smart, and memorable. Certainly an outstanding set of books to have and keep on your home library shelves.
Girl with Book Lungs
Fox really has gained her place in my favorite authors spot! There is just so much charm, humor, honesty about love, breakups, friendships and living life within the pages of Heart Conditions.
Mrs. Mommy Booknerd's Reviews
Phoebe Fox has given us characters that are lovably fallible, funny, and frazzled.
Elisa Lorello
Bestselling author of Faking It and Why I Love Singlehood
A book series you don’t want to miss…not your typical chick lit…will make you laugh out loud… Fox’s books are charming and funny, but they still manage to give us dating advice we can actually use.
DatingAdvice.com
Multidimensional and full of life…a great series, and hard to put down.
Comfy Reading
Delightful, witty, and chock-full of warmth–I loved every page….Reading this series is like taking a trip to see your best friend, therapist and love guru all in one. Phoebe Fox writes her heart out!
Amy Fitzhenry
Author of Cold Feet
Amazing, belly laughing, full of honesty, heart, and truth…This series is not to be missed!!! 5 stars.
Mrs. Mommy Booknerd's Reviews
BEDSIDE MANNERS is extremely hard to put down….Phoebe Fox creates such a heartwarming cast of characters that you can’t help but fall in love with them. Please, please, please Ms. Fox, keep on writing this series.
Fresh Fiction
One of the great things about this series is the growth and change we see in each of the characters. The books are not just the same old, same old where the characters aren’t learning from their mistakes. They actually move forward with their lives and relationships change.
Susan the Book Bag
Fun and addicting…you will love this series!
Hello Chick Lit
Just when I thought I’d never see another perfect book in my lifetime, here comes Phoebe Fox! … Phoebe Fox’s writing is smooth and eminently readable… Fast-paced, witty, fun-lighthearted read.
Mrs. Bird Lady
On the whole, the series is funny, poignant, witty, smart, and memorable. Certainly an outstanding set of books to have and keep on your home library shelves.
Girl with Book Lungs
Fox doesn’t just know how to write clearly and powerfully…she has real insight into relationships…a laugh-out-loud read. Fox has a real winner here.
Scene Magazine
The Breakup Doctor is a full-service book: a heartwarming and funny story about friendship, romance, and the heart-wrenching reality of breakups—while busting out some spot-on dating advice along the way.
Liz Tucillo
Co-author of He’s Just Not That Into You; executive story editor of HBO’s Emmy Award-winning Sex and the City
Therapist Brook Ogden is a genius when it comes to helping people push past the crazy stage and mend their broken hearts, but when Brook suffers her own heartbreak, will she take her own advice? (Answer: no, which is why this book is so funny.)
Glamour
- Book club discussion guide (Warning: SPOILERS!)
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Bedside Manners Discussion Questions
-
Brook finds herself torn between two very different men in the story. What is it that she is attracted to in each of them? Why, when she seems to think Ben is perfect for her, is she still drawn to Chip?
- Is Brook really confused about what she wants, or does she just say that as a reason to keep things casual with Ben? If so, why?
- Brook has a complicated relationship with her mother. Why do they seem to push each other’s buttons so easily? Despite her frequent acrimony toward her mom, Brook still seems to crave her approval. Why is this?
- When Brook tries to reach out to her mom, she often feels that her mother’s reactions ruin her good intentions. Do you agree that Vivian is often the root of the problem? If not, how does Brook contribute to their difficult relationship?
- Does Vivian love her daughter? Is she a good parent? Discuss her strengths and shortcomings as a mother.
- Is Sasha and Stu’s relationship healthy? What is it based on?
- Although Brook is happy that Sasha has found love with Stu, she’s a bit uncomfortable that her friend is now the one in a seemingly healthy relationship, while Brook is the one floundering. Why is that hard for Brook?
- Brook feels left out of the relationship between her brother and her best friend. Is that a factor in her actions in this story? In what way?
- Was what Brook did with Chip cheating? Why or why not?
- Do you think Ben is the right guy for Brook? Why or why not?
- Brook begins a new Breakup Doc practice via support groups, so she can help more people at once. Do you think the idea of people experiencing heartbreak and talking about it together is really a viable one? Why or why not? Is it something you think would appeal to you in that situation?
- Were there warning signs that Brook missed in Chip Santana for his later behavior? Have you ever had a relationship with the “warning signs”? Did you ignore them, or heed them? Why?
- Is Chip abusive, or just a guy who lost his temper? Should Brook make sure he faces consequences for his actions, or should she avoid potentially derailing any future progress he might continue to make?
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