Sunday, May 18, 2014

Faking It

Although my preference is thrillers and crime mysteries, every once in a while I soften it up. "Faking It", written by Elisa Lorello, was a funny take on a not-too-over-the-top-trashy novel.

Andi, a virgin, had just broken it off with her fiance after she found him in bed with another woman. As if she wasn't self-conscious before about her body and sexuality... Needless to say, the after effects of the situation amplified existing nerves. Then one night, she's out with a few co-workers and spots Devin, a male escort whose charming behavior and super-hot looks give Andi mixed feelings of pleasure and disgust. 

We'll cut to the chase of the plot here-- Devin "works" for women who have lots of money and only value having his hottness on their arm at public functions. Poor Mr. Gorgeous wishes they enjoyed his company also because of his intellects. Um, except he's limited in that area. And Andi, wants to be sexy and without inhibitions not only to herself-- but to other men. Throwing caution to the wind, the two draw up a "contract." Andi will teach Devin how to write and speak like a real gentleman, and in return he will teach her the ways of her own body.

At this point, you think it's predictable. You've seen "The Ugly Truth" with Gerard Butler and Katherine Heigl, and you think you know the remaining story line in this novel. But here's the deal...


So give it a chance! I laughed, I cringed at the awkwardness and might have even been inspired by Andi's journey.  A book on sex, love and becoming more than people think you can be... What's not to enjoy?

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