: Madeleine’s oversized dog, often considered the "star" of the book for the hilarious situations he causes. Key Tropes
: Madeleine adopts a puppy named Mouse, believing he’ll stay small; instead, he grows into a massive, muddy Bernese Mountain Dog who is nearly impossible to control. The Foxe & the Hound by R.S. Grey
: Adam, who recently moved from Chicago to Texas to escape a bad breakup, needs a date for a family function to get his mother off his back. He offers Madeleine a deal: play his fake girlfriend, and he’ll hire her as his real estate agent. Main Characters : Madeleine’s oversized dog, often considered the "star"
: A clumsy, quirky, and blunt real estate agent who often uses humor to mask her insecurities. He offers Madeleine a deal: play his fake
: The central plot revolves around Madeleine and Adam pretending to be a couple for his family.
: At 27, Madeleine Thatcher feels like she’s failing at adulting. She’s a struggling real estate agent who is behind on rent and living in a run-down apartment.
: Madeleine and the new town veterinarian, Dr. Adam Foxe, meet when Mouse tackles Adam in a park, ruining his expensive suit with mud.