SO, I MET THIS GUY
Two women, one con man, and a European adventure fueled by friendship, heartbreak, and having nothing left to lose, from mega-bestselling UK author Alexandra Potter.
Maggie thinks she’s finally found the love of her life. Theo is charming, passionate, and crazy about her. So when Theo mysteriously disappears, Maggie certainly doesn’t expect that he’s gone for good–let alone stolen her life savings, heart, and self-esteem.
Now she’s living in a caravan in a muddy field in the middle of nowhere, left to pick up the pieces. When junior reporter Flick catches wind of the story, she decides that exposing the romance fraudster may be just the career break she needs.
Two women, one con man, and a European adventure fueled by friendship, heartbreak, and having nothing left to lose, from mega-bestselling UK author Alexandra Potter.
Maggie thinks she’s finally found the love of her life. Theo is charming, passionate, and crazy about her. So when Theo mysteriously disappears, Maggie certainly doesn’t expect that he’s gone for good–let alone stolen her life savings, heart, and self-esteem.
Now she’s living in a caravan in a muddy field in the middle of nowhere, left to pick up the pieces. When junior reporter Flick catches wind of the story, she decides that exposing the romance fraudster may be just the career break she needs.
The pair embark on the road trip of their lives–from the glitz and glamour of Monte Carlo to the souks of Tangier–where unexpected twists, hidden secrets, and hard truths are revealed. And, as an unlikely friendship begins to blossom, they realize it’s not just about finding the guy, it’s about finding themselves.
- Zibby Publishing
- Paperback
- February 2026
- 416 Pages
- 9798992377033
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$17.99
About Alexandra Potter
Alexandra Potter is the bestselling author of numerous novels in the UK, including Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up, which is now the basis of a major TV series, Not Dead Yet. Her titles have sold in twenty-five territories and achieved worldwide sales of more than one million copies, making the bestseller charts across the globe.
Yorkshire born and raised, Alexandra lived for several years in LA before settling back in the UK. She currently lives in London with her Californian husband and their Bosnian rescue dog. When she’s not writing or traveling, she’s getting out into nature, trying not to look at her phone and navigating this thing called mid-life.
Praise
“So, I Met This Guy . . . is a madcap adventure through Europe as one young journalist and one defrauded woman team up to track down the romance swindler who changed the course of their lives. Flick and Maggie are an unlikely pairing who shine on the page, and the twist at the end is chef’s kiss. A perfect read for your next vacation!” —Catherine Mack, author of Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies
“So, I Met This Guy . . . has everything I love: A con man, two spunky, clever women on a mission, a sparkling European chase, and a witty, empowering reminder that sometimes being scammed out of everything you have is exactly what it takes to find who you are.” —Ann Garvin, author of I Thought You Said This Would Work
“Warm, witty, and wise, So, I Met This Guy will have you cheering for Maggie and Flick from the first page to the very last! An absolute triumph!” —Mike Gayle, author of All the Lonely People
“Alexandra Potter is a genius! So, I Met This Guy has two brilliant central characters, a rip-roaring plot, and some of the best twists I’ve ever read–there’s no way you’ll ever predict them! But I can confidently predict one thing–it is going to be THE mega hit of 2026!” —Matt Cain, author of The Madonna of Bolton
“A thrilling chase through Europe to catch a romance fraudster, So I Met This Guy . . . will have you rooting hard for Maggie and Flick as they race through the streets of Rome and casinos of Monaco. This book is a celebration of friendship and all the unpredictable, messy joys that life contains, no matter what age we are.” —Sophie Wan, author of Women of Good Fortune
Discussion Questions
1. When you first open the book, you’re immediately thrown into a wild goose chase on the top deck of a cruise ship. What did you initially think was happening?
2. Flick’s interest in Maggie’s story is the catalyst for their grand adventure. Do you think Flick should have told Maggie the whole truth when she first met her in her caravan? Why do you think Flick withheld that information?
3. Found family plays a pivotal role in this novel, especially since both Maggie and Flick have lost a parent. Do you think that making your own family creates a stronger bond than the one you’re born into?
4. If Flick and Maggie had met under different circumstances, do you think they would have managed to build as tight-knit of a relationship?
5. Imagine that you are Maggie’s friend, and you have a feeling that Theo isn’t all that he claims to be. What would your strategy be for helping Maggie see the light? And if Maggie fought back, would you have given up and let her figure it out on her own or kept trying?
6. Flick continues her stagnant relationship with Rory even though she doesn’t love him anymore. Why do you think Flick decides to stay with him?
7. Maggie’s resolve to confront Theo only comes when Flick finally admits her secret. Why do you think she was so hesitant to face him again? Would you want to confront him if you were in her shoes? What would you say or do?
8. Con men and women are on the rise everywhere, easily able to hack into a person’s bank accounts and/or personal information with the rise of stealth technology and AI. Do you think you could fall for something like this? Do you know someone who has?
9. Birdy ultimately helps Flick and Maggie catch up and confront Theo. What did you think of Birdy? Who do you think she really is?
10. Of all the places the two women travel, which was your favorite?