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Weekend Lover
Book by Mark, C.J.
408 pages, Paperback
First published December 26, 2011
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December 22, 2014
I received a copy through Goodreads.
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I would give it 1 star.
Where do I start.... I was bored out of my mind! Based upon what was written on the back cover, I was expecting the usual, girl meets guy, develop a relationship, betrayal and chaos at the climax and the perfect happily ever after. Take out the betrayal and chaos and the very non-existent climax, there is your book. So tame that it somehow stretches itself out to over 400 pages <- I totally do not understand.
This whole relationship between Carol and G is so god damn perfect, it's like a Cinderella fairytale, minus the evil step families and rise from rags. Seriously, the story is all about what they do every single weekend. There was way too much information provided and every weekend is so damn repetitive. Like... 3:30pm - G shows up on Carol's doorstep. 4pm - feed the cats. 5pm - eat dinner. 7pm - watch movie/game. 8pm - make love and fall asleep. 11pm - G doesn't stay the night, goes home. Like really?! That is basically what goes on for like the entire book, within minor variances. Since every weekend is so boring and repetitive, I easily got distracted by the lack of editing done on this book... way too much spelling and grammar errors that jump out immediately, totally taking away from whatever potential this book has.
Also I noticed a few times that the writing is not very consistent. In this one paragraph where Carol is narrating, it goes from calling Tony (G's dad) "Dad" to "his Dad" to "Tony". Like be consistent!! Never has Carol called Tony "Dad" so what the hell is with that whole inconsistency?! Also, maybe it's just the author's writing style but I hate all the details and how every single thought is written down...way too much information and mind you it's boring information. Like: G asked, I nodded, G agreed, I hesitated, G noticed hesitation, I fretted and fed the cats, etc. I really don't need every single detail or thought written down, there's enough information for us to make our own assumptions. Another thing was the wording, like in the first chapter when G and Carol first have sex, the use of "scalding" when having sex was like WTF, such a weird word to use for such a moment. Very poor choice in words sometimes.
There is so much potential for this book! Which was completely wasted and lost. It's not a story, it's basically a diary of someone who wants a perfect life. OK, G and Carol have their own sorts of insecurities and issues, make the best use of it, play on their insecurities to the maximum extent (I don't care how cliché it is, just add some drama!). G has been like the perfect gentleman and boyfriend for like the entire time they are together and it's like really? that's all the character development you can do with G? And Carol, is so not an independent dependent person (as G keeps mentioning), she is so boring and annoying. OK, we know you have cats and a bunch of health issues, but we don't need to be constantly reminded in every chapter that you have to feed your cats, you can't do heavy lifting, you can only eat small meal portions, etc. ENOUGH! I am fine with it being repeated a few times, but when it's mentioned like in almost every chapter, I want to tear the book apart. Oh and are we never going to take advantage of the fact that Carol gave Tony a blow job? Like really?
What's with the random short chapter about Leo and Sheila? Really? This book is about G and Carol, just make a brief mention about Leo and Sheila, you don't need to throw a random chapter in, which doesn't make sense in this story. Make brief mentions but move on.
The family, oh for the love of god. They are so PERFECT! They love Carol, big whop. No drama in that department. The whole possible jealousy thing with Lisa and possible affair conducted by Lisa, like hello that could have been taken to a whole different level and created some MUCH NEEDED DRAMA! The family (oh G and Carol's side) are so one dimensional and forgettable, it felt like here's "A and their family, B and their family, etc." meet them and don't get to know them.
Overall, save yourself the trouble. Don't read this book. It's 400 pages too much with too little drama to keep you captivated or remotely interested.
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I would give it 1 star.
Where do I start.... I was bored out of my mind! Based upon what was written on the back cover, I was expecting the usual, girl meets guy, develop a relationship, betrayal and chaos at the climax and the perfect happily ever after. Take out the betrayal and chaos and the very non-existent climax, there is your book. So tame that it somehow stretches itself out to over 400 pages <- I totally do not understand.
This whole relationship between Carol and G is so god damn perfect, it's like a Cinderella fairytale, minus the evil step families and rise from rags. Seriously, the story is all about what they do every single weekend. There was way too much information provided and every weekend is so damn repetitive. Like... 3:30pm - G shows up on Carol's doorstep. 4pm - feed the cats. 5pm - eat dinner. 7pm - watch movie/game. 8pm - make love and fall asleep. 11pm - G doesn't stay the night, goes home. Like really?! That is basically what goes on for like the entire book, within minor variances. Since every weekend is so boring and repetitive, I easily got distracted by the lack of editing done on this book... way too much spelling and grammar errors that jump out immediately, totally taking away from whatever potential this book has.
Also I noticed a few times that the writing is not very consistent. In this one paragraph where Carol is narrating, it goes from calling Tony (G's dad) "Dad" to "his Dad" to "Tony". Like be consistent!! Never has Carol called Tony "Dad" so what the hell is with that whole inconsistency?! Also, maybe it's just the author's writing style but I hate all the details and how every single thought is written down...way too much information and mind you it's boring information. Like: G asked, I nodded, G agreed, I hesitated, G noticed hesitation, I fretted and fed the cats, etc. I really don't need every single detail or thought written down, there's enough information for us to make our own assumptions. Another thing was the wording, like in the first chapter when G and Carol first have sex, the use of "scalding" when having sex was like WTF, such a weird word to use for such a moment. Very poor choice in words sometimes.
There is so much potential for this book! Which was completely wasted and lost. It's not a story, it's basically a diary of someone who wants a perfect life. OK, G and Carol have their own sorts of insecurities and issues, make the best use of it, play on their insecurities to the maximum extent (I don't care how cliché it is, just add some drama!). G has been like the perfect gentleman and boyfriend for like the entire time they are together and it's like really? that's all the character development you can do with G? And Carol, is so not an independent dependent person (as G keeps mentioning), she is so boring and annoying. OK, we know you have cats and a bunch of health issues, but we don't need to be constantly reminded in every chapter that you have to feed your cats, you can't do heavy lifting, you can only eat small meal portions, etc. ENOUGH! I am fine with it being repeated a few times, but when it's mentioned like in almost every chapter, I want to tear the book apart. Oh and are we never going to take advantage of the fact that Carol gave Tony a blow job? Like really?
What's with the random short chapter about Leo and Sheila? Really? This book is about G and Carol, just make a brief mention about Leo and Sheila, you don't need to throw a random chapter in, which doesn't make sense in this story. Make brief mentions but move on.
The family, oh for the love of god. They are so PERFECT! They love Carol, big whop. No drama in that department. The whole possible jealousy thing with Lisa and possible affair conducted by Lisa, like hello that could have been taken to a whole different level and created some MUCH NEEDED DRAMA! The family (oh G and Carol's side) are so one dimensional and forgettable, it felt like here's "A and their family, B and their family, etc." meet them and don't get to know them.
Overall, save yourself the trouble. Don't read this book. It's 400 pages too much with too little drama to keep you captivated or remotely interested.
February 24, 2012
Easy reading. A little "Pretty Woman", a little "Soprano's". Romantic, sexy, easy to relate to. Understandable feelings displayed.
October 23, 2013
great book
October 6, 2013
I got this book via Goodreads First Reads, and I eagerly awaited its arrival. Upon reading this novel, I found that, while the story is well standing entity in its own right, my lower rating was primarily driven by the writing style. The author describes her style as the way one normally speaks; however, it was an overly clipped flow of thought that seemed jerky when read, which dampened the romantic aim. I can see how this would occur as a thought pattern, but as a reader it does impede the story experience. As for the story descriptors, as far as the characters and story are relatable, they do hold up through out the novel.
November 3, 2013
I received this book through Goodreads First Reads.
While the premise is good, the style is not great. I kept expecting the usual romance hiccups - you know, boy meets girl, boy and fall in love, some drama/tragedy/misunderstanding happens, couple split, couple get back together, happy ending. This book had some of those elements except for the drama that would force them apart and then back together again.
This couple seemed to just get happier and happier with each other. While that is nice (and probably quite realistic for some couples) it didn't make for a very exciting read.
While the premise is good, the style is not great. I kept expecting the usual romance hiccups - you know, boy meets girl, boy and fall in love, some drama/tragedy/misunderstanding happens, couple split, couple get back together, happy ending. This book had some of those elements except for the drama that would force them apart and then back together again.
This couple seemed to just get happier and happier with each other. While that is nice (and probably quite realistic for some couples) it didn't make for a very exciting read.
January 3, 2014
This book was received through Goodreads.
First and Formost I would like to thank the author for the free copy of the book. THIS IS AN HONEST REVIEW! For some very odd reason I just couldn't get into this book, however I am gonna go ahead and share the book with my aunt. My aunt is bound to love it. I think maybe I am just more of a paranormal/Teen read lover. I encourage everyone to give this book a go if you like a good romance that is just a bit sexy and steamy. Happy Reading!
First and Formost I would like to thank the author for the free copy of the book. THIS IS AN HONEST REVIEW! For some very odd reason I just couldn't get into this book, however I am gonna go ahead and share the book with my aunt. My aunt is bound to love it. I think maybe I am just more of a paranormal/Teen read lover. I encourage everyone to give this book a go if you like a good romance that is just a bit sexy and steamy. Happy Reading!
February 18, 2014
I won a copy of "Weekend Lover" by C.J. Mark through the Goodreads Contest. I was quite intrigued by the beautiful cover and the narrative on the back...but I felt the novel fell flat. I wish to thank the author for this novel, but I felt the plot while good, was dragged out too long. The characters and story line are very relatable and I tried to give this novel a chance, but I found it too predictable in nature.
January 15, 2014
Weekend Lover: C.J. Mark
I received a copy of this book through a Goodreads contest.
I did not like this book. It was so long and boring. The first person POV got OLD real quick. Was really hoping to like this book, especially because the front cover picture was good and the description on back lead me to believe this was going to be a decent read.
Very Disappointed....But Thank You C.J. for this book and the autograph inside.
I received a copy of this book through a Goodreads contest.
I did not like this book. It was so long and boring. The first person POV got OLD real quick. Was really hoping to like this book, especially because the front cover picture was good and the description on back lead me to believe this was going to be a decent read.
Very Disappointed....But Thank You C.J. for this book and the autograph inside.
March 10, 2013
is a great book toread
December 13, 2013
Started out grabbing my attention then turned into boring everyday perfect life......which is not reality. Was not at all what I expected...Hopefully Weekend Husband is better.
May 6, 2014
Reads too much like a diary with no plot. Was semi-interesting.
We received this book for free via Goodreads First Reads.
We received this book for free via Goodreads First Reads.
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