Taking Him On Checking Him Out Book 2 edition by Debbie McGowan Literature Fiction eBooks
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It's almost a year since Noah told Matty they needed to cool it, believing it was the sensible thing to do. After all, they were too intense, and they were both failing uni.
Now, with Matty just weeks away from taking up his place at a prestigious London dance academy, Noah is desperate to make the most of the little time they have left. It's only a temporary separation, and they are forever. Or so he'd thought.
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NOTE this is a stand-alone novel, but you might wish to read the series in order.
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In the Checking Him Out Series
Checking Him Out (Book One - Sol and Adam)
Checking Him Out For The Holidays (Novella - Sol and Adam)
Hiding Out (Novella - a crossover featuring Matty and Noah, and Josh, George and Libby from Hiding Behind The Couch)
Taking Him On (Book Two - Noah and Matty)
Checking In (Book Three - Sol and Adam)
The Making Of Us (Book Four - Jesse and Leigh)
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WARNING this story contains sex acts between consenting male adults.
Taking Him On Checking Him Out Book 2 edition by Debbie McGowan Literature Fiction eBooks
As much as I liked the characters developed by the author, I found the excessive passive-aggressiveness off-putting. Additionally, the Matty in this book is not the same Matty from the first book (Checking Him Out) where he was introduced. The "first" Matty was a waif-like boy who wore eyeliner and mascara and seemed quite shy and feminine. This Matty is described by his actions as being quite sexually aggressive and with a powerfully muscular physique (I suppose from all of his dancing). But 18 months between stories doesn't provide enough time to alter a human physique and personality THAT much. I also found the story difficult to comprehend much of the time because of the use of so many British colloquialisms and slang. The vernacular was so British that I often simply guessed at understanding what was being spoken between characters.Product details
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Taking Him On Checking Him Out Book 2 edition by Debbie McGowan Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews
Getting together is often the easy part. Staying together through all the challenges and unexpected twists of everyday life can put strain on any relationship, especially when you're young and inexperienced. For the heroes in 'Taking Him On', becoming a couple is only the beginning. They might have taken the important step of confessing their feelings, but they still have a great deal of growing up and soul-searching to endure if they're going to build something that will stand the test of time.
Noah refuses to make the same mistake twice. Almost a year ago, he told the boy he loves that they needed to put their relationship on hold and concentrate on their studies. He nearly lost Matty then, and now they're back together, Noah has no intention of letting him go. They have a whole summer to spend in one another's company before Matty moves to London to take up his position at a renowned dance academy. How their fragile romance will fair long-distance, Noah hardly dares contemplate, but until then he is determined to take advantage of every moment.
Of course, reality is rarely that straightforward. The summer has scarcely begun when family tragedy, withheld secrets, and miscommunication combine to conspire against them. Noah and Matty's plans of hiking and music festivals, surfing and relaxation, falter before they have even come to fruition. Verbalizing his emotions has never been Noah's strong suit, and Matty tends to retreat inside himself when he is troubled. Unless both boys are able to open up and share their hopes and concerns, it could put their entire future in jeopardy.
This is a gentle story, in equal part sweet and sensual, about two young men navigating life's obstacles and learning to trust. Debbie McGowan writes with such warmth and sincerity that I found it impossible not to fall in love with her style as well as her heroes. Anyone can see Noah and Matty are made for each other, so different in temperament, and yet just as strong in their own way. Featuring some likable secondary characters, and the perfect balance of conflict and tenderness, this is a truly wonderful read.
Well written for a gay story. Light reading.
I appreciate when a couple isn't automatically perfect and fixed just because they're together. They have to work for it, issues happen, life happens. Growing occurs.
This is indeed, a must read! This is not a coming of age or coming out novel. It jumps right in to view relationships that are already established and the situations that they face. The main characters, Matty and Noah have the support of family for the most part so not much time is spent dealing with having to gain the acceptance of friends and members of their family.They are past that and are dealing with the growing pains of a developing relationship. It is well thought out and well written. It is indeed all 'British' and uses terms that challenge you to find an Americanized equivalent. Examples would be ' coot' (for chicken) and 'fruit machine' (for slot machine) or 'garden' (for backyard). I found using the common British terms a delightful part of the story. This really is a must read story. Matty and Noah are two characters that you will all in love with.
It's not really a secret that I'm a huge fan of Debbie McGowan's work. I leave every book wishing I had a book club and several weeks to discuss the details. This is no exception.
There's not a lot of dense plot, nor does it read like a traditional romance. Noah and Matty are an established couple, and the emphasis is on their development as characters and within their relationship. Even though this is part of a series, it can be read pretty well as a stand-alone.
I struggled a lot to like Noah, even though the story is in his (first-person) point of view. He seemed incredibly immature to me, and I kept thinking that if he couldn't be realistic about the kind of relationship he was in, he probably wasn't ready for it--and certainly not as a "forever love" thing. He kept talking about having "real" sex with Matty (and referring to everything else as "fooling around"). Plus, he wasn't really able to let Matty lean on him in a grown-up, mature way because Matty's issues were too intense for him to deal with. It was incredibly frustrating.
That said, I felt like Noah experienced a lot of growth. His unlikeablility was not a deterrent from enjoying the story--instead, it made me even more invested. I wanted to see if he developed into a healthier version of himself, and I wasn't disappointed. By the end of the book, I felt like he'd changed for the better, and I really liked the way the whole thing wrapped up.
If you like a book to be heavy on character development with less emphasis on action or romance, this is a good choice.
As much as I liked the characters developed by the author, I found the excessive passive-aggressiveness off-putting. Additionally, the Matty in this book is not the same Matty from the first book (Checking Him Out) where he was introduced. The "first" Matty was a waif-like boy who wore eyeliner and mascara and seemed quite shy and feminine. This Matty is described by his actions as being quite sexually aggressive and with a powerfully muscular physique (I suppose from all of his dancing). But 18 months between stories doesn't provide enough time to alter a human physique and personality THAT much. I also found the story difficult to comprehend much of the time because of the use of so many British colloquialisms and slang. The vernacular was so British that I often simply guessed at understanding what was being spoken between characters.
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