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tguccione's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Moderate: Bullying, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Abandonment
Minor: Rape, Violence, Vomit, and Outing
savage_book_review's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is a book where you go in expecting fairly little, but get a whole host of feels and a decent story around and amongst the OnlyFans content. There is actually a cohesive narrative throughout, proper character development and genuine exploration of trauma, mental health issues, sexuality and self-acceptance. The building of the relationship between the two lead characters outside of the bedroom is beautifully done; their separate growth feeds into their their connection and is really heartwarming.
Writing wise, the first few chapters are a little clunky, trying to introduce the characters and get them to the 'right place, right time', but the writing starts to hit its stride when the boys are settled in at college and the real story can begin. From then on, it's an easy read, with the shifts in perspective between Avi and Kyren flowing seamlessly. It is a bit formulaic and predictable, it's certainly readable and it helps with the engagement; you definitely become one of 'the fans' as you read! Equally however, there are some moments which aren't written particularly well; the character of Ash, for example. Introduced from nowhere, acts as obstacle to HEA, disappears without trace.
OK, the elephant in the room. The smut. It's two guys, so if that's not for you, I really wouldn't pick this up. I'd say this is probably quantity over quality - it's not badly written, but given the writer is female I'd say the style reflects the obvious lack of first-hand experience! It's hot but not spicy, detailed but fairly generic (except for the video camera, of course!), but that works for the plot - it feels reflective of two inexperienced guys finding their way into their sexuality. And the fact that these scenes do play a role in the wider plot, not just in terms of their money-making potential for the characters but also in allowing and documenting their emotional relationship to evolve, means that you can't help but be drawn in.
Another big element to the book is college football. Not a sport I even remotely understand, but those scenes I treated the same way as I do the football talk in 'The Blind Side' - nod, smile, and don't let it get in the way of the story. As long as I know who wins the game, we're good.
I was surprised at how much I liked this one! And apparently there will be more...
Graphic: Cursing and Sexual content
Moderate: Child abuse, Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Minor: Homophobia, Violence, Vomit, and Abandonment
brimacca's review against another edition
4.0
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Bullying, Cursing, Drug use, Homophobia, Sexual content, Religious bigotry, Outing, and Alcohol
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Death, Drug use, Homophobia, Infidelity, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Violence, Death of parent, and Sexual harassment
julee_melii's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, and Sexual content
Moderate: Drug use, Homophobia, Rape, Sexual assault, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Violence
hufwulf's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
predictable ending though
Graphic: Homophobia, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Mental illness and Violence
burinoreads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Made me laugh, squeal, blush, and cry.
Far from what I was expecting and I loved every bit of it
Graphic: Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Drug use, Violence, and Vomit
shazza124's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Graphic: Rape, Sexual content, and Violence
bbygirl21's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I also loved Kyran from very early in the book. It took a little bit to really get his character and that he was struggling with something that made him act and do the things he was doing.
What happened when Kyran was 12 was absolutely horrible. And his parents were wrong for putting the blame on him for what happened instead of the adult man that abused Kyran. And even after other kids had come forward, Kyran's parents still did nothing and told him to push down his feelings and forget about it. I will say Kyran's dad does have a small redemption towards the end and actually tries to make his relationship with Kyran better.
I absolutely loved Kyran and Avi together. I loved the way they got together as well. It was fun reading a story about two people doing onlyfans for money after their family's business goes under and they have to give a way to pay for college. Avi starting out solo then agreeing to a collaboration with his best friend that involves Kyran. I loved seeing his and Kyran's relationship over the course of doing videos for the fans and how it evolved from supposed hate into mutual love for each other. The two of them have absolutely incredible chemistry. I'm really happy that Kyran found his safe space with Avi.
There's so much I could say about this but a lot of it would be spoiling it so I'll leave it there. But I would absolutely recommend this book.
Graphic: Bullying, Drug use, Sexual content, and Alcohol
Moderate: Addiction, Drug abuse, Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, Grief, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Death, Infidelity, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Vomit, Stalking, Car accident, Death of parent, and Abandonment