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jeslowe115's review against another edition
4.0
I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This book was just ok. I had a very hard time getting into the book. I do not know why as I have read many similar books. I had to start and stop reading 4 times. The similar names (Josh, Josh-Adam, Adam) got a little confusing at times.
I felt that the preview I read was a lot better than what the book ended up being. The book wasn't bad, I just struggled reading and keeping interest in the book.
This book was just ok. I had a very hard time getting into the book. I do not know why as I have read many similar books. I had to start and stop reading 4 times. The similar names (Josh, Josh-Adam, Adam) got a little confusing at times.
I felt that the preview I read was a lot better than what the book ended up being. The book wasn't bad, I just struggled reading and keeping interest in the book.
suze_1624's review against another edition
3.0
Whilst this is billed as a standalone in a series, it does read as if it is the middle of the story and I felt that I was missing the start. I don't know if the earlier stories in the series would give me that start - perhaps book 1 by the blurb. I also felt that there was more to come from Charlie and Josh.
An intriguing take on a late out man, Josh, coming to terms with his decision whilst being under pressure from his ex wife, her family, his father's expectations, society, and even Charlie to a lesser degree.
Most of the book the guys are not even with one another as most of their relationship is chasing odd snippets of time on the phone, usually by text. The pressure on both from work and to develop their relationship is huge and this came across. Having said that, both needed a good slap around the head at times!
There are a load of women obviously working hard for them behind the scenes, orchestrating them back to each other. And I believe Josh makes the right choice at the end to stop running.
I liked the light touch of the writing, an easy to read story - it is aching for more of the guys.
An intriguing take on a late out man, Josh, coming to terms with his decision whilst being under pressure from his ex wife, her family, his father's expectations, society, and even Charlie to a lesser degree.
Most of the book the guys are not even with one another as most of their relationship is chasing odd snippets of time on the phone, usually by text. The pressure on both from work and to develop their relationship is huge and this came across. Having said that, both needed a good slap around the head at times!
There are a load of women obviously working hard for them behind the scenes, orchestrating them back to each other. And I believe Josh makes the right choice at the end to stop running.
I liked the light touch of the writing, an easy to read story - it is aching for more of the guys.
jrbee's review against another edition
4.0
I don't normally read romance stories, I just don't, they're not me, BUT I read Laurie Boris's The Picture of Cool because I liked her writing style and then I found myself reading Playing Charlie Cool.
So if a diligent non-romance reader like myself can read and enjoy this I'm sure you can too.
I would recommend you read it when you don't want something heavy, it was a good book to wind down at the end of the day with.
So, what's the story about?
Charlie and Adam/ Joshua and their struggle with life, society and new love.
Joshua is in the middle of a divorce from his wife so that he can be with the new man in his life, but with two kids and a political career to think about 'it's complicated' just doesn't seem to cut it. This leaves our Charlie wondering if Adam/ Joshua would really want to go from one serious relationship to another? Is Charlie being played?
That's all the spoiler you'll get from me, but if you like romance and good writing, or are just after a book to relax with look no further than Playing Charlie Cool.
So if a diligent non-romance reader like myself can read and enjoy this I'm sure you can too.
I would recommend you read it when you don't want something heavy, it was a good book to wind down at the end of the day with.
So, what's the story about?
Charlie and Adam/ Joshua and their struggle with life, society and new love.
Joshua is in the middle of a divorce from his wife so that he can be with the new man in his life, but with two kids and a political career to think about 'it's complicated' just doesn't seem to cut it. This leaves our Charlie wondering if Adam/ Joshua would really want to go from one serious relationship to another? Is Charlie being played?
That's all the spoiler you'll get from me, but if you like romance and good writing, or are just after a book to relax with look no further than Playing Charlie Cool.
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