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| 著者: Abigail Roux Madeleine Urban | |||||||||||||||||||||
| (商品) Dreamspinner Press / Paperback 2008-06-01 リリース | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 商品の説明: Product Description A pair of working man novellas from the authors that wrote Caught Running. Under Contract Site foreman Ted Lucas moved to Birmingham, leaving a full life behind, only to discover something - someone - to look forward to. Assistant Nick Cooper catches his eye, and even more incredibly, Lucas's heart, all without a word. When Lucas finds out Cooper's asked to be transferred, he bites the bullet and admits his feelings. Intrigued, Cooper offers Lucas one night to figure out if that love could possibly be real. Over the Road Truck driver Elliot Cochran meets 'McLean' while talking on the CB and strikes up an unusual friendship. One evening, McLean tells Elliot he needs to go find some companionship, and so Elliot meets Jimmy Vaughan - and has one of the best nights in his life. Before long Elliot faces a decision about sharing his life: Does he choose McLean, the best friend he's never met, or Jimmy, the man who thrills him beyond belief | |||||||||||||||||||||
| カスタマーレビュー: Another great effort by the Urban/Roux team (2008-11-17) I am a huge fan of these authors ("Caught Running" and "Cut & Run" being two of my favorite books), but not so much of short stories, so I had passed up "Love Ahead" for quite a while. I was tempted, however, after rereading both "Caught Running" and "Cut & Run" once again and other reviews of this two-story book; I mean I love what the authors have done with the other two books, so I might was well complete the set, right I'm glad I did because I really liked these two stories, especially the second one "Over the Road." I'd give the overall effort 4.5 stars."Under Contract" -- 4 stars I liked this story just fine, though not as much as "Over the Road." I had some mixed feelings, but regardless, it's still so much better than most of what is out there that I can overlook the small issues I had with it. A major part of the plot is unusual in that one of the heroes knows (or claims) to be in love, and the other isn't, and that in itself drives the story. It's an interesting change from either both parties declaring their undying love on page 3 after just meeting (and getting it on, no doubt) -- which drives me wild, and not in a good way! -- or even saying the words together a few weeks or months down the line. Because of this difference in feelings, it's a little more angsty than what I am used to from books in this genre. But the angst here is good and handled in a good way; Urban and Roux easily could have written Lucas and Cooper as a creepy versions of themselves (stalker and advantage-taker), but they didn't. Through the angst, these creepy concerns/possibilities are actually brought up during the story, placing them in the thoughts, dialog, and actions of the heroes. It seemed that every time I said to myself that one of them is being a jerk or a push-over or whatever, the authors deal with it; for example, I think "Cooper is taking advantage of Lucas' feelings to get some physical gratification," then Cooper thinks about exactly that and often addresses it out loud. Nice. During my first read, I had difficulty connecting with the characters for some reason, and with Lucas specifically. Two things kept cropping up for me. First, although I absolutely believe that a person can love from afar, the object of those feelings remaining clueless, and I can say from experience that you can fall for someone you work with (you spend more time with co-workers longer than just about anyone else in your life, so why not ), I took some issue with Lucas' declaration of love for Cooper at the beginning, considering he barely knew the man, and especially keeping him at more than arm's length for that initial six months. But, as I mentioned above, the authors take care of this: Cooper, apparently having the same problem as me, addressed this to Lucas in conversation. Second, his "I'll take whatever scraps Cooper throws at me" attitude had me wanting to shake him and say "Snap out of it! Get a backbone! You deserve it all!" I realized, however, that this issue and much of how he acted in general was centered around his unexpected self-esteem problem. In his own words, "Who'd want to love him, a big, boorish construction worker " Even another construction worker Here is a good-looking, strong alpha male, yet he has some very insecure thoughts about himself which drive him to act in ways that made me grit my teeth sometimes. But upon thinking it over during consequent rereads, it occurred to me that insecurity infects the best of all of us and we all handle it differently, and although it still grates a bit, it made him vulnerable and endearing to me. I liked watching the development of Cooper's feelings for, and his thoughts about, Lucas. His musings over what he thinks Lucas thinks his own feelings are are interesting: is it lust, infatuation, transient love, everlasting love What can he believe What does he want to believe And whatever it is can't last, can it I thought the line of thinking was practical. Though both men grow emotionally throughout the course of the story, Cooper's is palpable; Lucas already knows what he wants, and it's Cooper who needs to come around to figuring out the same, either way. I am not a fan of Big Misunderstandings or Communication Problems as a plot device to drive the protags apart even temporarily, and though I can see why it happened -- the characters' personality differences practically screamed for it to come about -- it made me sad for Lucas and Cooper. But I held out hope that the ladies would give them an HEA of some sort -- come on, it wouldn't be a romance it there wasn't! -- and they did not disappoint. Like I said, the small issues aside, I did like the story very much. "Over the Road" -- 5 stars Here is another atypical, original story from what you generally see in this genre. First, the professions of the protags: long-haul truckers. Sweet! I always wanted to do that, but at 4'11", it's not the ideal job for me. Second, it's kinda sorta a m/m version of "Shop Around the Corner"/"You've Got Mail" without the animosity between the protags on the non-pen-pal side and some yummy man-on-man hawt sex. What a great premise! I was charmed. It's a sweet and gentle feel-good romance laced with humor. I liked how unhurried the entire story felt for its length. Like other reviewers, it was obvious what was going on early in the story (the authors really didn't try and hide it), yet it was still fun to watch it play out, maybe more so than if you didn't know until later in the story. There were times where I would be sitting at the edge of my seat in suspense, wondering if this was going to be the time they'd figure it out, sighing in frustration when it wasn't -- come on guys, it's right in front of you! -- laughing a bit because you know something they don't, and cheering when they finally got it. This story felt real to me like "Caught Running" did; these are two guys that you could root for and believe in. McLean and Millis deserve and are good for each other. Both being truckers, they understand life on the road, the loneliness of the long-hauls, the pull to remain doing it, and the difficulties of trying to keep a relationship going under the circumstances of rarely being in the same location as the other. I liked watching their fast, easy friendship develop over the course of several months, and I was touched by the guilt they suffered when it felt like they were betraying their phone buddy -- the one that they were falling for even though they'd never met in person -- with someone that they were also developing feelings for when they were getting their physical needs more-than-adequately met. The only supporting characters -- Jimmy's brother and twin nieces - were nice touches. A quick personal aside: I had to chuckle out loud when Elliot goes to Nashville and gets a room at the giant resort next to the giant mall; I had the opportunity to go to that hotel for a conference this past August! Yes, it is a real place, and it's hard to explain just how massive and unbelievable this facility is (and it's not all flattering, I'm afraid). Anyway, thought that was humorous. If you liked "Caught Running" and/or if you are a sucker for nice romances, this yet-again great effort by the Urban/Roux team is a book for you. Read, enjoy. funny love story (2008-09-20) A wonderful book of two stories both about love with a little added comedy. I laughed my butt of reading this book. Actually I just finished reading it a second time. Trust me get this book!!!!
Love Ahead by Madeleine Urban & Abigail Roux (2008-08-10) Under Contract by Madeleine Urban: Ted Lucas is new in town. A foreman construction worker, he is know among the crew to be a grumpy man. And instead Lucas is only a very shy man; his former lover left him since Lucas was not able to make him understand how much he loved him. Now, on the new job site, Lucas felt in love at first sight for Nick Cooper, his assistant foreman, but instead of making clear his feeling, he avoids for much is possible the man, and looks him from afar with eyes full of desire. Glares that Nick Cooper mistakes for disapproval ones, and that push him to ask for a transfer. The day he wants to give his notice, Lucas finds the courage to express his feelings and Cooper obviously his perplexed: how can a man who nearly spoke to him being really in love Cooper thinks it to be only a question of lust and he is willing to give Lucas the chance to quiet down a bit of heat. But a night is not enough to wear down the attraction, and so begins a strange relationship, one in which Lucas becomes even more involved and instead Cooper is only waiting for him to be tired. Cooper has not a big opinion on himself. He is an happy-to-go man, friendly and handsome, but probably he doesn't think him to be relationship material. With his easy behavior, he unintentionally doesn't give to anyone the chance to come closer. Lucas instead is so in love that everything Cooper does, only increases his love; he was so hurt in the past to not have the gut to voice his feelings, that now he is almost in an hurry to make them clear. It takes him a bit to have the courage to do that, but now he is like a train in race, nothing can stop him. And maybe this attitude makes Cooper wonders if it's real love or only the spur of the moment. Lucas and Cooper's relationship is easy and enjoyable; two real man who have no problem to make physically clear that they like each other; with the bodies is simple, but when the hearts are involved, it's another matter. Sex is not a problem, and also a buddy f..k relationship, but love... it takes a lot more courage. Over the Road by Abigail Roux: Millis (Elliot) and MacLean are truck driver. They know each other since a bit, but only by phone. When one of the two needs a friendly ear, he knows who to call. But sometime a voice is not enough and so, a lonely night, Elliot gives up to the temptation and spends the night with Jimmy, another truck driver he meets on the street. Jimmy is an easy man, an apparently no strings attach relationship, and so that first night Elliot doesn't feel guilty... in the other hand, what he has with MacLean is not a real relationship, he even knows if the other man is gay or if he is interested in him. But then there is a second encounter with Jimmy, and now Elliot starts wondering if he is content with that, of if he wants the real thing, and if he wants the real thing, he wants that with Jimmy or with MacLean This is a domino play and a play of hidden cards. A mistaken comedy. I don't want to give up the story, but it's pretty clear since the first pages what the secret is, and so, after discovered it, you have only to enjoy the show, and in particular, the almost epistolary relationship between Millis and MacLean, but here, instead of letters, we have two mobile phones and the long American highways. Again a right dose of sex, and two real men who enjoy it and a lot. In both stories, the friendship is almost important like the sex relationship; both couple are first friends and than lovers, but also when they are lovers, they still remain friends, and this make all easier and smooth. And since friendship is so important, there is also a light and funny tone in both stories that makes them very enjoyable. Hard Hats, Warm Hearts (2008-07-22) More four and a half stars than four. I bought and read these two stories as ebooks and am glad to see they are available in print. Parklane's review is quite accurate. The two construction worker lovers are both "alpha" males; Lucas effectively ran away from his earlier home because he couldn't find within himself the strength to admit his feelings about another guy to that man, so he lost him. Now he's about to do the same thing again. As a result of his frustration at his loveless life and his disgust with his inability to tell the man he's fallen in love with, his foreman on the worksite, he's about to lose a second man to his own inhibitions. That proves to be a strong incentive. The misunderstandings and crossed signals between the two men, the need for growth from each, all make for a satisfying story. The second story develops an incredibly moving story of two desperately lonely guys who develop a strong love for one another over the phone while they are driving their trucks long distance, without meeting face to face. Each also finds someone to make mad love with in some really sexy scenes. Each incident of wild sex with the alternate lover makes each trucker feel increasingly guilty about "betraying" his phone mate lover. Such conflict! The resolution is obvious early on, but still fun to see and read. If you like sappy gay romances with some sexy erotic scenes thrown in for fun, you'll like this one. And I have to agree with Parklane's comment about "Caught Running," as I thought that an outstanding novel about two gorgeous, if slightly quirky/flawed, guys falling in love and making a real relationship. Go for this one I love the second story "Over the Road". (2008-07-12) If you enjoy Caught Running, you will enjoy these 2 stories."Under the Contract" is about 2 constuction workers. Lucas is the brooding foreman, feared by his workers, while Nick is the affable and caring assistant foreman, liked by all. These 2 men are total alphas in appearance, but when love calls they become vulnerable and insecure, capable of hurting each other as each is afraid to open up to the other. This story is good but could be better if the sex is toned down. Don't get me wrong. The sex is well written but just that too much tends to cloud the emotional development of the story. 4 stars. I really enjoy the second one "Over the Road" about 2 truck drivers. This one is one lovely read with the right balance between sex and emotional content. I love the 2 characters here, who complement each other so nicely. Both Elliot and Jimmy are truck drivers, on long hauls. Their work is tough and lonely, as they travel endless hours on the roads days and nights, stuck in long traffics, sleeping in their trucks and always alone. But somehow these 2 lonely men manage to "know" each other and fall in love under the most unusual circumstances. This story is original and refreshing and have me glued to the pages right from the beginning and a few parts have me on the edge of my seat too. Very romantic and sweet indeed. 5 stars! | |||||||||||||||||||||
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