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This book started off 5+ stars great. The first chapter completely blew me away, but the middle sort of slowed down for me and made things feel a bit drawn out at times. On my end, I think it was a case of super high expectations.
I enjoy Alexis Hall's writing and highlighted my way through this one. I just felt like I never had a good grasp of the dynamic between Toby and Laurie when they were playing. It was an interesting relationship, the men were sexy together and Toby was full of surprises. ...more
I enjoy Alexis Hall's writing and highlighted my way through this one. I just felt like I never had a good grasp of the dynamic between Toby and Laurie when they were playing. It was an interesting relationship, the men were sexy together and Toby was full of surprises. ...more
I love this author’s writing. Truly, madly, deeply. I’ve read everything except his Kate Kane series and I’ve given 5 stars to everything. Every single one. And the writing is really lovely here too, sweet and smart. But ultimately this one just wasn’t for me.
And I knew going in that it was probably not going to work for me. I don’t like BDSM or large age differences but, the funny thing is, the BDSM was of a more gentle sort that didn’t bother me too much (no doling out punishment or 'sir/mast ...more
And I knew going in that it was probably not going to work for me. I don’t like BDSM or large age differences but, the funny thing is, the BDSM was of a more gentle sort that didn’t bother me too much (no doling out punishment or 'sir/mast ...more
This is just beautiful, intelligent writing. For Real is a long book that never felt too long. The exchange of POVs between this unlikely couple is skillfully done, meaningful, never a device. I don't think I've read a more vivid, more convincing, and just plain gorgeous description of an SM relationship. Thank you and bravo, Alexis.
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Amazing. Emotional. Hot and sexy. This redefines the genre of erotic romance.
For Real by Alexis Hall: http://reviews-and-ramblings.dreamwid... 2015 Rainbow Awards Honorable Mention (5* from at least 1 judge)
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That was unbelievably sweet. I love Toby. I want to go live in his head some more. That had to be so fun to write.
Also, I cried.
The story was so well balanced, and perfectly paced. It was just so very Real.
Loved it.
Also, I cried.
The story was so well balanced, and perfectly paced. It was just so very Real.
Loved it.
Amazing audiobook!
This book has become my all time favorite bdsm love story. So much love between Laurie and Toby as they faced obstacles,the biggest one of age difference. I loved this book.
On hold at 37% - want to like this one but it just isn't doing much for me after 4 or 5 tries.
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Dec 08, 2015
Tracey
marked it as to-read
Jul 20, 2016
Wendy
marked it as to-read
Sep 19, 2016
Karen
rated it
it was amazing
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