Margo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel By Rufi Thorpe

Margo’s Got Money Troubles is a highly anticipated, audacious novel by the critically acclaimed author of The Knockout Queen, now a New York Times Most Anticipated Book and praised by multiple literary outlets. The story follows Margo Millet, the daughter of a Hooters waitress and an ex-pro wrestler, as she navigates the complexities of adulthood, motherhood, and financial struggles.

Margo enrolls at a local junior college, uncertain of her future, and unexpectedly becomes pregnant after a brief affair with her English professor. Defying advice, she decides to keep the baby, driven by a desire for something more significant in her life. At twenty, Margo finds herself alone, unemployed, and facing eviction. Desperation leads her to accept help from her estranged father, Jinx, who moves in to assist with childcare.

Inspired by Jinx's wrestling career, Margo devises a plan to start an OnlyFans account. Using wrestling strategies to build a compelling online persona, she transforms her experiment into a surprising success. The novel explores whether this newfound internet fame can truly solve Margo's problems or if it comes with insurmountable costs.

Margo’s Got Money Troubles is a blisteringly funny, heartwarming story filled with sharp insights. It paints a tender portrait of a young woman striving to seize money and power from an indifferent world. Through its playful and honest examination of storytelling and self-narrative, the novel empowers readers by depicting the journey of coming into one’s own, both online and offline. 📚❤️