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Personal Training (Work Out #6)
by
Andrew Grey (Goodreads Author)
Determined not to end up like his seventy-year-old diabetic father, Holton knows he needs to make a change. His quest to improve his health drives him to the gym, where he meets Marcus, a trainer with the body of a demigod. For three months Holton works hard, watches what he eats, drops a few pounds-and catches Marcus's eye not only for his slimmer body but for his dedicat...more
ebook, 118 pages
Published
August 3rd 2011
by Dreamspinner Press
(first published August 2nd 2011)
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life is made up off real issues, and alot of the time, we only focus on the ones that the media makes a large deal out of.
this book touched on tow issues one that the world is aware of, obesity, he looks at how people overcome that, the callenges they face in an effort to better thier lives. Holton is the perfect character for this, he teaches alot about people face thier problems and the effects there of.
the second issue we are faced with a moral dilema, with having to look into ourselves, and...more
this book touched on tow issues one that the world is aware of, obesity, he looks at how people overcome that, the callenges they face in an effort to better thier lives. Holton is the perfect character for this, he teaches alot about people face thier problems and the effects there of.
the second issue we are faced with a moral dilema, with having to look into ourselves, and...more
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This one actually had a deeper and a darker backstory than I expected.
Holten is shy and hasn't ever had a relationship or even been kissed in his 40yrs of life, but he has good reason for living a quiet and reserved life.
But one day he decides he wants to change and starts going to the gym, in a few months he sees a remarkable change in his body, and so does Marcus.
Marcus is the trainer and manager at the gym and asks Holden out. Holten has some difficult issues with is parents health to deal wi...more
Holten is shy and hasn't ever had a relationship or even been kissed in his 40yrs of life, but he has good reason for living a quiet and reserved life.
But one day he decides he wants to change and starts going to the gym, in a few months he sees a remarkable change in his body, and so does Marcus.
Marcus is the trainer and manager at the gym and asks Holden out. Holten has some difficult issues with is parents health to deal wi...more
I absolutely loved these series and I really hope there'll be more books :)
Holton is 42 and decides he needs to lose some weight so joins a gym. He's enamoured with manager Marcus but nothing happens and Holton works very hard to drop a few pounds and change his life. Suddenly Marcus notices him and makes a move, however Holton seems very shy and skittish, not just about Marcus but men in general. Marcus introduces him to some of the other guys (from the other books) hoping he'll ease up. Eventually Holton reveals that he was abducted and raped 20 years ago and he's ne...more
Holton is a forty-two year old gay man who lives alone, has never been in a relationship, and is terminally shy. He suffers from social anxiety and lacks confidence when it comes to interacting with others. Not only does Holton find it difficult to build friendships, but he has some rather serious trust issues. He battles against low self-esteem and thus doesn’t believe it’s really possible for others to even like him.
After attending a birthday party for his father where he overhears family memb...more
After attending a birthday party for his father where he overhears family memb...more
Reviewed by Mia: I have to admit, I’ve always liked the Gym Series and this story was no exception.
It shows the steps that Holton takes to turn his life around and get healthy, and then eventually with some help from Marcus; deal with some ghosts from his past.
We see some of the guys from previous books in the series make an appearance and as always, Lonnie is there with his comments to lighten things up a bit. Although Holton also had a way of making me smile with some of his comments.
I love...more
It shows the steps that Holton takes to turn his life around and get healthy, and then eventually with some help from Marcus; deal with some ghosts from his past.
We see some of the guys from previous books in the series make an appearance and as always, Lonnie is there with his comments to lighten things up a bit. Although Holton also had a way of making me smile with some of his comments.
I love...more
3.5 stars
I don't love the Gym Series books like I do other titles, but I will continue to get them and read them because they are entertaining and satisfying. I doubt I could pick Marcus out in a crowd because I didn't get a real sense for him other than his compassionate and supportive side, albeit that's a great side. Holton on the other hand felt more actualized. He starts out skittish and apprehensive, but has the courage and stength of will to realize he needs to change and make it happen....more
I don't love the Gym Series books like I do other titles, but I will continue to get them and read them because they are entertaining and satisfying. I doubt I could pick Marcus out in a crowd because I didn't get a real sense for him other than his compassionate and supportive side, albeit that's a great side. Holton on the other hand felt more actualized. He starts out skittish and apprehensive, but has the courage and stength of will to realize he needs to change and make it happen....more
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There's definitely a formula for the writing of these books and it all revolves around the gym...big surprise. Yet they all are unique and special in their on right and with Holton's assault twenty years ago, it's more different that the others. I liked this wounded man and felt bad for him. Mr. Grey did a nice job with his personality and how he related to others...not well with strangers. The relationship with his elderly parents was nicely done and his mother's illness is one many people can...more
I'll never say I'm a professional book reviewer, but here goes. I've read a lot of Andrew Grey's books before, and have always enjoyed them. This one is no exception. The characters are believable and seem like someone you might know from work or among your friends. They have real emotions, insecurities, and fears. They are easy to care about and root for. Maybe this is a feel-good, happily-ever-after type book, with no world-changing moral debates, but it's a great entertaining way to spend a f...more
In this book, Holton realized he is starting to look like his father. Determined to take charge of his life, he throws out all his junk food and joins the gym. At the gym, he meets Marcus, the manager, who shows him how to work out. I read all the books in the series before I reviewed, so this review will be a bit different than it would be had I reviewed it immediately after reading it. Unfortunately, this book went right back to being formulaic and was kind of a meh way to end the series for m...more
4.5 stars
This story is definitely not for the faint of heart. Mr. Grey did a great job of depicting the fear, hesitancy and the desperate need that assails many victims of violence.
I'll try to speak of this story without giving too much away. No promises though.
Holton is a 42 year old overweight designer at the beginning of the book who realizes that he needs to make some changes in his life. He cleans out his kitchen and joins a gym where he meets Marcus. Marcus is a, to use Holton's words, "d...more
This story is definitely not for the faint of heart. Mr. Grey did a great job of depicting the fear, hesitancy and the desperate need that assails many victims of violence.
I'll try to speak of this story without giving too much away. No promises though.
Holton is a 42 year old overweight designer at the beginning of the book who realizes that he needs to make some changes in his life. He cleans out his kitchen and joins a gym where he meets Marcus. Marcus is a, to use Holton's words, "d...more
Not my favorite of the series, but still fits in well. At first I thought Holton was similar to and had a few insecurities in common with Ivan, so I was surprised that he wasn't really in the story. Not that I disagreed with how the story went, I just thought that direction would've made sense too. This is one of the few times where I felt the shortness of stories in this series was a detriment to the story being told. Holton's main issue felt a bit glossed over this time to get to the HEA. Stil...more
Cute story about a 42 yr old man named Holton who essentially kind of a hermit and innocent in all things love related. Then we get Marcus, the hot trainer at the gym, and his pursuit of the lonely Holton. Fast moving, kinda insta love but still very sweet.
3.5 stars
Love this cute little series!
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3.5 stars
This was a nice story and overall an enjoyable series.
This was a nice story and overall an enjoyable series.
I love this series!!
My favorite from this series
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