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Except for That
Beth, a zealous domestic relations attorney, and her partner, Mo (don't call me Maureen), a brilliant artist, seem to have the perfect relationship. And they do...except for one thing. Their libidos are woefully mismatched. When Mo suggests a "solution" that would solve their problem it appears that they might actually end up with the perfect relationship. But will the solution, whose name is Josephine "Joey" Rossi, be the very thing that tears them apart forever? EXCEPT FOR THAT is a 23,000 word novella.
94 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 11, 2015
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Rachel Windsor
25 books31 followersRachel Windsor is a boring attorney who enjoys writing in her free time. To spice up her day-job writing of appellate briefs, pension plans and tax documents, she writes lesbian fiction, specializing in romance, romantic comedies, historical romance and erotica.
In addition to writing, Rachel enjoys spending time with her wife and their two children, traveling, enjoying good food and wine, and reading.
Contact Rachel at AuthorRachelWindsor@yahoo.com to keep in touch and be informed of new releases.
In addition to writing, Rachel enjoys spending time with her wife and their two children, traveling, enjoying good food and wine, and reading.
Contact Rachel at AuthorRachelWindsor@yahoo.com to keep in touch and be informed of new releases.
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February 19, 2015
(possible spoilers below)
Except For That is most definitely not something I would have chosen to read if anyone else but Rachel Windsor had written it. Because this author writes so well and captures emotions in a way that can pierce your soul I felt compelled to buy it.
In this tale, main character Mo loses her interest in the physical side of her love with her girlfriend Beth because of the medicine she's taking for her depression. Their once active and fully committed to each other love life comes to a halt.
Out of extreme guilt she really shouldn't have to be feeling, Mo gives Beth her permission to have sexual relations with someone else. When Beth asks what the conditions would be instead of yelling, "No way, no how, I only want and love you," the story takes a very uncomfortable turn for me.
If I could put it into any words why this particular story bothers me so, I guess it would come down to this: how can sex ever come before one's love and caring for their partner's health and wellbeing? I'm so glad it's on my ereader because otherwise I might have tossed it down in exasperation, that's how into the story I was, how emotionally invested I became.
I finished this morning and there were actually a few times I thought I was going to throw up, that's how bad my nerves were over this, an eighty six page story...Again, I don't understand the intense reaction. I think, in part, it's because Beth goes through with the cheating and it kills me that it's not enough for her that she and Mo have a solid loving relationship in every other way.
It's true that, in the end, the two get back together, both promising to work on their relationship. But the affair has happened and the fact that Mo's health issues aren't resolved is unnerving. Even more unnerving is the implication Mo will do whatever it takes to get her sex drive back.
The title itself comes from when Beth tells the woman she's soon going to cheat with that she and Mo are fine "except for that," meaning their love life. By the story's close, the words have a different, more positive, implication, but it doesn't change (for me) that Beth couldn't be stronger when it came to her urges. Mo, the reader sees, also is deeply hurt by this, despite the fact it was her "idea."
No matter what, or maybe because of all this, I think it says a lot about a writer and how powerful words can be, in the right person's hands, when fiction gets to you in a way that physically and emotionally shakes you to the core. I highly recommend this read, but have to add that this has the potential to shake you up a lot.
Except For That is most definitely not something I would have chosen to read if anyone else but Rachel Windsor had written it. Because this author writes so well and captures emotions in a way that can pierce your soul I felt compelled to buy it.
In this tale, main character Mo loses her interest in the physical side of her love with her girlfriend Beth because of the medicine she's taking for her depression. Their once active and fully committed to each other love life comes to a halt.
Out of extreme guilt she really shouldn't have to be feeling, Mo gives Beth her permission to have sexual relations with someone else. When Beth asks what the conditions would be instead of yelling, "No way, no how, I only want and love you," the story takes a very uncomfortable turn for me.
If I could put it into any words why this particular story bothers me so, I guess it would come down to this: how can sex ever come before one's love and caring for their partner's health and wellbeing? I'm so glad it's on my ereader because otherwise I might have tossed it down in exasperation, that's how into the story I was, how emotionally invested I became.
I finished this morning and there were actually a few times I thought I was going to throw up, that's how bad my nerves were over this, an eighty six page story...Again, I don't understand the intense reaction. I think, in part, it's because Beth goes through with the cheating and it kills me that it's not enough for her that she and Mo have a solid loving relationship in every other way.
It's true that, in the end, the two get back together, both promising to work on their relationship. But the affair has happened and the fact that Mo's health issues aren't resolved is unnerving. Even more unnerving is the implication Mo will do whatever it takes to get her sex drive back.
The title itself comes from when Beth tells the woman she's soon going to cheat with that she and Mo are fine "except for that," meaning their love life. By the story's close, the words have a different, more positive, implication, but it doesn't change (for me) that Beth couldn't be stronger when it came to her urges. Mo, the reader sees, also is deeply hurt by this, despite the fact it was her "idea."
No matter what, or maybe because of all this, I think it says a lot about a writer and how powerful words can be, in the right person's hands, when fiction gets to you in a way that physically and emotionally shakes you to the core. I highly recommend this read, but have to add that this has the potential to shake you up a lot.
February 15, 2015
Not the Usual Rachel Windsor Story
This book is deeper and more serious than Ms. Windsor's other books. While the sexy parts were just as steamy and fun as ever, this tale deals with a delicate subject and how two long time partners handle it.
I felt the story was very well written. I could sympathize with both characters. They were very believable and real. Ms. Windsor handled her characters and storyline with wisdom, grace and responsibility. I know of other couples who are in similar situations facing the same decisions Mo and Beth face. It is not an easy place to be in and I believe that Ms Windsor was able to portray the pain and frustration with such open, genuine, honesty. I have been thinking about this story all day.... It is powerful and thought provoking.
Very, very well done Ms. Windsor!!
March 16, 2019
Different but good
I guess this was my first book where a couple had issues in the bedroom. I say different book in a good way. Unusually, and makes you think....
I guess this was my first book where a couple had issues in the bedroom. I say different book in a good way. Unusually, and makes you think....
May 5, 2020
Intriguing
I really enjoyed this story. It was a unique situation that is probably more prevalent than we know. There's no easy answer for the issue and unfortunately, nobody wins.
I really enjoyed this story. It was a unique situation that is probably more prevalent than we know. There's no easy answer for the issue and unfortunately, nobody wins.
February 14, 2015
Quick book about the dangers of "alternate relationships". There isn't much character building so I couldn't really connect with any of the characters, other than the fact I didn't really like Joey since she seemed be trying to break Mo and Beth up by lying, or is Beth lying? It's never really clarified. I also didn't like the ending, it is rather confusing and ambiguous. Beth does one thing in one chapter and says one thing in the next chapter, so I had no idea if she choose Mo, Joey, or with continuing the agreement.
April 29, 2017
Page turner
What a roller coaster ride these two take you on. The relationship of Beth and Mo offers a glimpse into a life with a partner who suffers from depression. These two take an unusual route to try solve a problem. It ends up bring more problems. A traumatic event forces Beth to open her eyes. The ending was rushed, but I probably feel that way because I didn't want it to end.
What a roller coaster ride these two take you on. The relationship of Beth and Mo offers a glimpse into a life with a partner who suffers from depression. These two take an unusual route to try solve a problem. It ends up bring more problems. A traumatic event forces Beth to open her eyes. The ending was rushed, but I probably feel that way because I didn't want it to end.
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