Friday, September 26, 2008

Calendar Boys September: A Simple Truth


Book Title: Calendar Boys September: A Simple Truth
Author: Jamie Craig
Publisher: Amber Quill
Publisher URL: http://www.amberquill.com/AmberAllure/
ISBN: 978-1-60272-358-0
Genre: Gay Contemporary Series
Nymph Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymph Reviewer: Mystical Nymph

Charlie Labrecque has lived a lie his entire life, choosing to marry a woman he didn’t love and father a child, who he did. Now he’s divorced, his son only comes for visits several times a year and he’s lonely rambling around his house. No one in his life knows he’s gay and he’s tired of hiding his sexuality so after three years he finally decides to be honest, not only with himself, but with the important people in his life. And that includes his best friend and neighbor, Bryce Hanson, who also happens to be openly gay.

Bryce is surprised by his friend’s revelation, but pleased when he’s asked to be his guide through the new and frightening world of gay dating. He even takes Charlie to a bookstore in hopes he’ll meet a nice man, and when he does, he’s thrilled, at least on the surface. There’s a little problem with this plan. Bryce has been crazy about Charlie since he first moved into their neighborhood, and now that he knows his friend’s secret, he doesn’t want him dating anyone but him.

September: A Simple Truth is the newest release in the ongoing Calendar Boys series by writing duo Jamie Craig, and it’s a heartwarming tale of trust, friendship and new beginnings. The characters are likable, caring, and have a good time together, even when they’re acting like old friends and not new lovers. I guess the thing which makes Bryce and Charlie work as a couple is that they have so much in common that has nothing to do with the passionate physical aspect of their relationship. They truly like each other as friends and enjoy spending time with each other whether in bed, watching a ballgame or barbequing a steak. The reality is A Simple Truth is a sweet and tender story of finding the love of your life right under your nose, and it’s perfect for an easy afternoon read.

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