NICK AND CHARLIE

𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐞
𝐁𝐲 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐎𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫: 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐬 (𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟎)
𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤: 𝟏𝟕𝟔
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝: 𝟏𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟓
𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐞: 𝐁𝐨𝐲 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬/ 𝐋𝐆𝐁𝐓𝐐/ 𝐋𝐆𝐁𝐓𝐐+
𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒



In this novella, we meet Nick and Charlie as they navigate the end of the school year. It's a significant time for them because Nick will be heading off to university in the fall, being a year ahead of Charlie. They're committed to maintaining their relationship and are optimistic about seeing each other regularly. Their friends are encouraging and trusting in their bond as Nick and Charlie.

However, Charlie is grappling with the impending distance, as they've grown accustomed to seeing each other daily. He understands Nick's enthusiasm for university life but worries about the potential for their relationship to falter. The plethora of negative experiences shared online about long-distance relationships leaves Charlie questioning their prospects. Should they consider ending things proactively to spare themselves potential pain in the future?

I really appreciate the authenticity of Nick and Charlie's characters in this story. Their struggles feel genuine and fit seamlessly into the narrative. Although I usually steer clear of the miscommunication trope. I found the way the author handled it here to be spot-on. As they navigate this uncertain period in their lives, facing the implications of the next chapter, the author's treatment of the subject is once again commendable. The language is wonderfully straightforward and lucid, making for an engaging read. The narration is superb, keeping the pace brisk and exciting. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys romance novels, especially those who appreciate stories centered on same-sex relationships.

My Rating:

4.5/5

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