I think I'd seen this book before on NetGalley, but I passed it by, based only on the cover. I mean, if you take a quick glance at this cover, it just looks like -- well, a "boy" book. And yes, by now I should be beyond such trivial gender stereotypes and should definitely not be judging my books by their covers, but alas -- I do. 
 However, once I saw that the author was Lauren Baratz-Logsted, I had to give it a chance. I've always been a fan of her chick lit novels, like The Thin Pink Line, A Little Change of Face, and How Nancy Drew Saved My Life. I have a definite weakness for chick lit, and although this author isn't really known for realistic literature here, she *is* known for giving her reader an all-around good time. 
 So, Bro-Magnet is actually told from a male perspective, which is something I wasn't expecting. Johnny Smith, age 33, is a self-proclaimed man's man. Always the best man, never the groom, Johnny has a way of impressing other guys, but he never gets a second glance from another woman -- unless, of course, it's his best friend Sam, who is a woman (but who is also a lesbian. Sorry Johnny -- no chance here.) 
 When Johnny meets District Attorney Helen Troy, he decides to reform his ways a bit and show Helen the man that a woman *wants* to see -- instead of that man that other men all want to be. So, Johnny buys a kitten, changes his music, redecorates his home, shortens his name, alters his wardrobe, and develops an impromptu love for opera and all things General Hospital. Surely Helen can't resist John, who hates sports and loves doing anything he can to win the heart of a lady --- right? 
 Except, it seems Helen might be hiding something too.... 
 Cute, quirky, and funny, Bro-Magnet was a quick, enjoyable read that really didn't disappoint me at all -- as long as I knew what to expect. Sure, it's not really realistic (I don't really know any 33 year old man who really lives either like Johnny or John, honestly) and things are just a bit *too* convenient at times (of course Helen has a secret! Of course it's almost the *same* secret that Johnny has -- of course!). So, if you're looking for serious, realistic, relatable fiction, Bro Magnet probably won't be your first choice. But, if you're seeking lighthearted chick-lit from a male perspective, I think you should give this one a chance. It's a quick read, so there's really nothing to lose here!