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Glitter (Beach Duo #0.5)
A "prequel" story about Josh and Laurence
Since the day Josh met Laurence, he was positive the man was a preening peacock escaped from the Exotic Bird Exhibit. There was something raw and bright, eye-catching and absolutely, unashamedly gay about Laurence. He was outrageous, outgoing, and wild enough to drive Josh up a figurative wall. Josh didn’t expect Laurence to be anyt...more
Since the day Josh met Laurence, he was positive the man was a preening peacock escaped from the Exotic Bird Exhibit. There was something raw and bright, eye-catching and absolutely, unashamedly gay about Laurence. He was outrageous, outgoing, and wild enough to drive Josh up a figurative wall. Josh didn’t expect Laurence to be anyt...more
ebook, 150 pages
Published
April 11th 2012
by Purple Sword Publications
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A sweet friends-to-lovers story.
Four college friends, Gregg, RJ, Josh and Laurence, always hang out together. In those, Josh--son of a Colorado farmer, and Laurence--a proud, flamboyant gay boy, often fought with each other and traded insults. Laurence assumed they didn't get along with each other much because Josh was a homophobic prick, and Josh because he didn't know how to behave around a man with glitter who believed he was a caveman.
One night, RJ invited them to erotic gay club. Soon, Lau...more
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3.35*
Cute friends to lovers story.
Josh was supposed to be at least a bit homophobic in the beginning, we are told, I never really saw it, it was more of a push-pull between the flamboyant and out and proud Lawrence and Josh, who oddly doesn't quite know what it is about Lawrence that just got him all revved up.
It took a few years, but Josh figured it out, he's gay, or at least he's gay for Lawrence.
Lawrence was understandably unsure of Josh's real feelings and intentions, but it really was prett...more
Cute friends to lovers story.
Josh was supposed to be at least a bit homophobic in the beginning, we are told, I never really saw it, it was more of a push-pull between the flamboyant and out and proud Lawrence and Josh, who oddly doesn't quite know what it is about Lawrence that just got him all revved up.
It took a few years, but Josh figured it out, he's gay, or at least he's gay for Lawrence.
Lawrence was understandably unsure of Josh's real feelings and intentions, but it really was prett...more
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I was all in until about halfway through, after which I felt like someone threw a handful of darts at the dartboard all at the same time - I felt scattered. DeRicci did a fantastic job in the first part of the book, particularly in building a light GFY (or - "I just figured out I was gay because of you") story. I loved how the story just took me along without too much thought, and how the sexual tension built between the two MCs.
Then the author introduced the wise BDSM guru at the gay leather b...more
Then the author introduced the wise BDSM guru at the gay leather b...more
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I guess I'm late to the party because I haven't read the others in the series... the stories in which this is a prequel to. That is probably a good thing as I can start from the very beginning.
This was a nice friends to lovers AND enemies to lovers story. Two guys who seem to despise each other but have a reluctant friendship because of the others in their little group who are all close.
I liked the story fine though the ending was very rushed in my opinion. My biggest pet peeve when reading a bo...more
This was a nice friends to lovers AND enemies to lovers story. Two guys who seem to despise each other but have a reluctant friendship because of the others in their little group who are all close.
I liked the story fine though the ending was very rushed in my opinion. My biggest pet peeve when reading a bo...more
3.5 stars
When we first met Josh and Laurence in The Charlie Factor, they were getting married. This is their story -- when the relationship starts.
I agree with Arthur's review regarding Josh's 'homophobic' behavior, which I can't really believe since it's only being told not shown. There is enough tension, push-and-pull, regarding Josh's realization that he's gay, and Laurence's concern about whether Josh will stay gay. I like the tentativeness on Josh's part, his worry because he doesn't know...more
When we first met Josh and Laurence in The Charlie Factor, they were getting married. This is their story -- when the relationship starts.
I agree with Arthur's review regarding Josh's 'homophobic' behavior, which I can't really believe since it's only being told not shown. There is enough tension, push-and-pull, regarding Josh's realization that he's gay, and Laurence's concern about whether Josh will stay gay. I like the tentativeness on Josh's part, his worry because he doesn't know...more
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Okay, so I adore both friends-to-lovers and gay-for-you themes. When you put them together, it's virtually guaranteed that I'm going to love the result. And this book was no exception. I made the mistake of opening this at like 8:30 at night to read for just a few minutes before bed. I was instantly mesmerized and honestly could not stop reading, and I can't remember the last time that happened when I knew I had to be up for work the next morning.
I've not yet read the other books in the series,...more
I've not yet read the other books in the series,...more
Ok so this was cutish...I think this a prequel to some other book that I did not read, so I had no notion of the main characters.
Josh is a farm boy from Colorado who is in college in LA he's a nice guy for the most part except he's kind of a douche to his frien Laurence who is gay and bit much...Josh calls him Glow Stick.
Josh is all "I'm not gay, but I'm into Laurence"..."NO DAMMIT I'm not gay!!! Ohh but he's got such a hot ass"..."I am not a GAY MAN"...And that goes on for a while. Once he make...more
Josh is a farm boy from Colorado who is in college in LA he's a nice guy for the most part except he's kind of a douche to his frien Laurence who is gay and bit much...Josh calls him Glow Stick.
Josh is all "I'm not gay, but I'm into Laurence"..."NO DAMMIT I'm not gay!!! Ohh but he's got such a hot ass"..."I am not a GAY MAN"...And that goes on for a while. Once he make...more
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Jun 06, 2012
Raevyn
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4 of 5 stars
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I had not read any of this series but it seems this book was written after some of the others. I am glad I started with this one.
Laurence and Josh were frenemies for 4 years before their relationship changed. I liked the fact that the story didn't start with their romance but gave a view of them before and how they came together.
This was a typical, 'I'm not gay' to 'Okay, maybe I am gay' story but it was the characters and writing that made me want to read on. Laurence and Josh were hilarious wh...more
Laurence and Josh were frenemies for 4 years before their relationship changed. I liked the fact that the story didn't start with their romance but gave a view of them before and how they came together.
This was a typical, 'I'm not gay' to 'Okay, maybe I am gay' story but it was the characters and writing that made me want to read on. Laurence and Josh were hilarious wh...more
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An adorable, sweet, and sexy romp. It stars two background characters from its sequel, The Charlie Factor, but the books can be read in either order. Laurence is flamboyant and sassy, with healthy self-esteem and dignity. He shares his body and his affection generously, while carefully guarding his heart. He has gotten under Josh's skin from day one.
Josh is supposedly uncomfortable with gays, but this isn't evident in any offensive way. He can't relate to Laurence at all for the first years of t...more
Josh is supposedly uncomfortable with gays, but this isn't evident in any offensive way. He can't relate to Laurence at all for the first years of t...more
3 stars, almost, but not exactly. It was a likeable and light story about two friends, one gay & one straight, but maybe there is more than just friendship... And maybe the straight guy is not as straight as he was thinking... Nothing original, but I don't need original, if the book is well written, funny and has something 'special'. Uhmm, not this time. This title is rather average, with better and worse parts. There were moments when I was satisfied, but there were also moments, e.g., sex...more
Goodness, a Beach Duo prequel! Who knew? Hmm... will it be a The Charlie Factor or a Doing Love Right?
3,5 stars
Ami said it all here
Cute,easy to read love story,likeable characters,slow build up with tiptoing around each other and fragile-porcelain-treatment in and out of the bedroom...made me smile with just the occasionally raised eyebrow...
Ami said it all here
Cute,easy to read love story,likeable characters,slow build up with tiptoing around each other and fragile-porcelain-treatment in and out of the bedroom...made me smile with just the occasionally raised eyebrow...
Aw! I loved this! A bit too sappy sometimes, but far too hot and well written for that to be much of an issue. I liked the author. Heh. I wouldn't mind reading RJ and that professor's story either. Especially the professor. Woohoo! Hurrah to gay menage!
Anyway, this was wonderful. Totally worth it.
Anyway, this was wonderful. Totally worth it.
I wasn't sure if I would like this story at first but since I am OCD about finishing series I read it. I am so glad I did. This is a wonderful love story about two men who thought the other one hated him, only to find out that true love can be hiding right in front of you.
4.5 stars.
This is a very nice "prequel" story about Josh and Laurence before they got married.
I love the whole series, so I'm not surprise that I love this story also. Laurence and Josh are just adorable.
This is a very nice "prequel" story about Josh and Laurence before they got married.
I love the whole series, so I'm not surprise that I love this story also. Laurence and Josh are just adorable.
3.5 stars
I loved all the characters they were sweet interesting and fun. So cute and adorable I was left feeling all warm and happy. Nice easy read I enjoyed it very much.
I loved all the characters they were sweet interesting and fun. So cute and adorable I was left feeling all warm and happy. Nice easy read I enjoyed it very much.
I liked this one! It was a very rough, uneven read and could have been streamlined. But it kept me reading and I was satisfied.
I absolutely loved this! Great writing and I loved getting to read about Josh and Laurence. I thought it was a well done gay for you type of plot and really liked that there was conflict for both of them and not a "now I'm gay let's jump into bed. The end" type of story. Very good read...I'm really enjoying pretty much everything I read by this author.
3.5 stars - Such a sweet story and I loved all the characters. I really enjoy reading a book that when I finish it has made me smile.
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Given this was a prequel and numbered 0.5, I somehow thought it would be a short story. However I was pleasantly surprised to find it was a longer story.
Very much a gay-for-you story, we follow the (supposedly) straight Josh as he realises that he has feelings for Laurence. It was nicely done, particularly the scenes where Josh starts to explore the physical side of his relationship with Laurence.
It also has some humour. My favourite line: "Laurence was the first time he'd truly been able to wat...more
Very much a gay-for-you story, we follow the (supposedly) straight Josh as he realises that he has feelings for Laurence. It was nicely done, particularly the scenes where Josh starts to explore the physical side of his relationship with Laurence.
It also has some humour. My favourite line: "Laurence was the first time he'd truly been able to wat...more
It was gd book but not as good as the first two.. The ending was like "Huh, that's it?" But it's still a great book.
There are a few niggles, but I liked it.
An enemies to friends to lovers story. Both these guys were great and complete opposites attract. Laurence was wild and passionate and full of spunk and fighting his attraction to Josh. Josh became the protector, big softie who fell hard for Laurence when he took a moment to evaluate his feelings. Relatively angst free read. Greatly enjoyed this couple.
4.5 stars. Now, I need to read the rest of this series.
4.5 stars. Now, I need to read the rest of this series.
Cute, sweet story.
3.5 stars.
3.6 *
3.5
very sweet :)
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Diana DeRicci is the sexy, flirty pen name of Diana Castilleja. A romance author at heart, DeRicci’s writing takes you into a saucier spectrum of sensuality and sexual adventure, where a happily-ever-after is still the key to any story.
Diana lives in Central Texas with her husband, one son and a feisty little Chihuahua named Rascal.
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Diana lives in Central Texas with her husband, one son and a feisty little Chihuahua named Rascal.
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