Length: 200 pages
Cover Design: Garrett Leigh @ Black Jazz Design
Blurb
Leaving home to go to university is an exciting phase in anyone’s life. One that’s full of new places, new friends, and new experiences. But Lewis isn’t prepared for the sudden and intense crush he develops on his out-and-proud flatmate, Max, because Lewis had always assumed he was straight.
Max starts dating another guy, and Lewis’s jealousy at seeing them together forces him to confront his growing attraction. When Max’s relationship goes awry, Lewis is the one to comfort him and one thing leads to another. After a night together, Lewis is devastated that Max wants to go back to being just friends.
Lewis tries his best to move on and their friendship survives, but the feelings he has for Max don’t go away. He faces other challenges as he deals with coming out to his parents, and needs Max’s support more than ever. But Lewis isn’t the only one who’s conflicted. When Max finally admits he cares for Lewis too, Lewis must decide whether he dares risk his heart again on being more than just friends.
Please note that although this edition has been re-edited for publication, there is no new or additional content.
4.5 Stars
Not Just Friends was my very first read by Jay Northcote and I adored it my first time around, but re-reading it almost 5 years later, while it’s well-written, boy, do I see the vast improvement in Mr. Northcote’s writing.
I loved Max and Lewis and they were great together, I just wish it hadn’t taken them so long to get their acts together and give into what they were feeling for one another. I did love that they were friends first, and I thought once they finally pulled their heads out of their butts, the transition from friends to lovers was smooth. They had amazing chemistry and were hot together.
I loved all their flatmates as well, and I really enjoyed the back and forth banter between them all. I’m glad I got the chance to re-read Lewis and Max’s story, although, I will admit, while this cover is pretty, I liked the original one better.
An enjoyable and recommendable read!
*copy Provided by the author/publisher in exchange for an honest review*
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One day, Jay decided to try and write a short story—just to see if he could—and found it rather addictive. He hasn’t stopped writing since.
Jay writes contemporary romance about men who fall in love with other men. He has five books published by Dreamspinner Press, and also self-publishes under the imprint Jaybird Press. Many of his books are now available as audiobooks.
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