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Outback Heat #3
Some Guys Need A Lot of Lovin'
Paramedic Marcus Weston is losing it. The loveable larrikin of Jumbuck Springs is battling PTSD after a horrific incident during recent bushfires. He thought he had a handle on it but not even boozing, partying and wild women are helping this Casanova get outside his head anymore.
Psychologist Juanita Slattery is looking for a sexy distraction. The long, tall stranger in a pair of Wranglers with his big old flirty smile and rugged country looks is just the ticket. And he doesn’t disappoint as they burn up the sheets together in an unforgettable one night stand.
Fast forward a few days and they come face-to-face again. But this time Juanita is in Jumbuck Springs as part of the post-fire counselling team and Marcus is sitting on the other side of her desk. He just wants to get back to work. She knows he needs help. Professional boundaries dictate that they keep their distance, but intense physical attraction rarely follows reason…
Psychologist Juanita Slattery is looking for a sexy distraction. The long, tall stranger in a pair of Wranglers with his big old flirty smile and rugged country looks is just the ticket. And he doesn’t disappoint as they burn up the sheets together in an unforgettable one night stand.
Fast forward a few days and they come face-to-face again. But this time Juanita is in Jumbuck Springs as part of the post-fire counselling team and Marcus is sitting on the other side of her desk. He just wants to get back to work. She knows he needs help. Professional boundaries dictate that they keep their distance, but intense physical attraction rarely follows reason…
203 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 23, 2015
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Amy Andrews
430 books1,425 followersAmy is an award-winning, USA Today best-selling Aussie author who has written eighty-five contemporary romances in both the traditional and digital markets.
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She loves good books and great booze although she'll take mediocre booze if there's nothing else. For many, many years she was a registered nurse which means she knows things. Anatomical things. And she’s not afraid to use them!
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July 26, 2016
Liked, didn't love it. Will read next in series.
Like the previous books in this series, the writing was good, the small town rural Australia vibe very nice, and the plot was gripping: PTSD. Not an easy one.
What I didn't like as much was the resolution of his trauma. It probably wasn't possible to include that within the amount of pages of this book, but for me the ending came to soon and, with all the issues still to work out, wasn't believable enough for me. I needed them to have more time together and I would have gladly traded one or two of the hot scenes for it or have the story be more spaced out over a longer period of time.
It was a good story though, but although I do like heavy emotional issues in my romances, somehow this didn't have a wow factor for me. Maybe it will for you?
Enjoy.
Like the previous books in this series, the writing was good, the small town rural Australia vibe very nice, and the plot was gripping: PTSD. Not an easy one.
What I didn't like as much was the resolution of his trauma. It probably wasn't possible to include that within the amount of pages of this book, but for me the ending came to soon and, with all the issues still to work out, wasn't believable enough for me. I needed them to have more time together and I would have gladly traded one or two of the hot scenes for it or have the story be more spaced out over a longer period of time.
It was a good story though, but although I do like heavy emotional issues in my romances, somehow this didn't have a wow factor for me. Maybe it will for you?
Enjoy.
November 2, 2015
Read/review for Tule and author for honest opinion
Some Guys Need a lot of lovin by Amy Andrews. I'm really enjoying this series. Even though this wasn't my favorite of the series so far it was still a enjoyable book. I love the setting and the characters. I'm looking forward to reading more in this series and by this author.
Some Guys Need a lot of lovin by Amy Andrews. I'm really enjoying this series. Even though this wasn't my favorite of the series so far it was still a enjoyable book. I love the setting and the characters. I'm looking forward to reading more in this series and by this author.
December 31, 2015
First reviewed at Keeper Bookshelf
Marcus had been the happy go lucky, always with a joke Weston brother. Popular with women, other guys and especially his team of kids on the playing field. He would have told you straight out that he would be the last person dealing with PTSD. Until that horrendous day in the aftermath of the bushfires when he and his partner came upon the burned out skeleton of a car… a car with the bodies of a family within. Newcomers to the area, they hadn’t gotten out soon enough. The mother and father huddled over their small son was testament to their love for their child… a child that Marcus new well, the star of his team. From that moment onward Marcus was a changed man with little hope of finding his way back from hell.
Juanita only planned to be in Jumbuck Springs for a short time. It just happened that she was here away from friends and family on her birthday. And didn’t a girl deserve a present on her day? When the handsome man at the bar helped her with her celebration, she got more than she bargained for. Sexy, steamy and all hers for the night, Marcus made certain that this birthday would be one she remembered.
A short time later Marcus and Juanita met up again – under circumstances neither expected. Marcus had been given the ultimatum to get therapy for the trauma he’d gone through in the fires or pack up his gear. He really had no choice. She would have been the doctor to help him deal with the death and destruction of the fires – if they hadn’t done some personal firemaking of their own recently. So professionally she wouldn’t be able to help him heal. But that didn’t mean that she couldn’t follow through on the attraction between them outside of the hospital. This was a man wounded, perhaps beyond what she could do to help… but she couldn’t turn her back on him.
I love when an author can take a series surrounding a family unit and get me to care about each and every one of them as though they belonged to me as well. Ms Andrews has hit upon several realistic and sensitive subjects in the Outback Heat series. I hope you’ve followed the series so far (and if not please go back and do so soon) because the scene when Marcus found the burned out car, before he even got close enough to it to know who was inside was one of the most goosebumps, heart wrenching scenes I’ve ever read. The emotions coming off of the page were beyond description. Now we’re given the chance to watch Marcus deal with that tragedy and hopefully find some healing for himself.
Juanita and Marcus make an amazing couple. It was at times heartbreaking and then they would be steaming hot together. At times the reader knows when the main characters really need each other — this is how I felt about Marcus and Juanita. The need for each other on so many levels was part of what made Some Guys Need A Lot Of Lovin’ probably my favorite story of the series. You do not need me to tell you this story — you do however need to go pick this one up and become involved in this amazing family and the people who love them. This one is well worth the risk for the reward is a well told story with believable characters and a storyline throughout the series that will capture your attention.
*I received an e-ARC of Some Guys Need A Lot Of Lovin’ from the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. That does not change what I think of this novel.*
Marcus had been the happy go lucky, always with a joke Weston brother. Popular with women, other guys and especially his team of kids on the playing field. He would have told you straight out that he would be the last person dealing with PTSD. Until that horrendous day in the aftermath of the bushfires when he and his partner came upon the burned out skeleton of a car… a car with the bodies of a family within. Newcomers to the area, they hadn’t gotten out soon enough. The mother and father huddled over their small son was testament to their love for their child… a child that Marcus new well, the star of his team. From that moment onward Marcus was a changed man with little hope of finding his way back from hell.
Juanita only planned to be in Jumbuck Springs for a short time. It just happened that she was here away from friends and family on her birthday. And didn’t a girl deserve a present on her day? When the handsome man at the bar helped her with her celebration, she got more than she bargained for. Sexy, steamy and all hers for the night, Marcus made certain that this birthday would be one she remembered.
A short time later Marcus and Juanita met up again – under circumstances neither expected. Marcus had been given the ultimatum to get therapy for the trauma he’d gone through in the fires or pack up his gear. He really had no choice. She would have been the doctor to help him deal with the death and destruction of the fires – if they hadn’t done some personal firemaking of their own recently. So professionally she wouldn’t be able to help him heal. But that didn’t mean that she couldn’t follow through on the attraction between them outside of the hospital. This was a man wounded, perhaps beyond what she could do to help… but she couldn’t turn her back on him.
I love when an author can take a series surrounding a family unit and get me to care about each and every one of them as though they belonged to me as well. Ms Andrews has hit upon several realistic and sensitive subjects in the Outback Heat series. I hope you’ve followed the series so far (and if not please go back and do so soon) because the scene when Marcus found the burned out car, before he even got close enough to it to know who was inside was one of the most goosebumps, heart wrenching scenes I’ve ever read. The emotions coming off of the page were beyond description. Now we’re given the chance to watch Marcus deal with that tragedy and hopefully find some healing for himself.
Juanita and Marcus make an amazing couple. It was at times heartbreaking and then they would be steaming hot together. At times the reader knows when the main characters really need each other — this is how I felt about Marcus and Juanita. The need for each other on so many levels was part of what made Some Guys Need A Lot Of Lovin’ probably my favorite story of the series. You do not need me to tell you this story — you do however need to go pick this one up and become involved in this amazing family and the people who love them. This one is well worth the risk for the reward is a well told story with believable characters and a storyline throughout the series that will capture your attention.
*I received an e-ARC of Some Guys Need A Lot Of Lovin’ from the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. That does not change what I think of this novel.*
October 31, 2015
I really enjoyed this third outing to Jumbuck Springs, where a one night stand comes to mean so much more. Marcus has always been a fun guy, flirty and light-hearted, friend to everyone and much beloved Super Coach to the kids of the town. Except the recent bushfires have left him struggling to be the man he’s always been. Though he won’t admit to anything being wrong, Marcus has PTSD and has a long road ahead of him to accept that.
Luckily for Marcus, along comes Juanita. When they first meet they’re just two singles in a bar, looking for a pleasurable night. Their chemistry is undeniably hot, but neither of them are looking for anything more. It all gets complicated, though, when Juanita’s next job takes her to Jumbuck Springs and brings her face-to-face with an exceedingly reluctant new patient.
One thing I really loved about this book was Marcus’ recovery and how PTSD is much more widespread than war zone veterans. As with Marcus’ relationship with Juanita, nothing is simple in this book. A lot of work needs to be done to move things forward and I liked that (for the most part) nothing is rushed or easily dismissed. It doesn’t help that Marcus is firmly a macho man – he doesn’t cry, he loves sports, he’s always in control. He’s a nice guy too, underneath the hurt and anger and frustration, but his stubborn adherence to the masculine ideal definitely doesn’t help matters.
Then there’s Juanita, a successful woman who seems a little adrift in her own life. She’s good at what she does, she likes her job and helping people, and yet in Marcus she’s given a real challenge. Mostly because as much as she wants to help him, she knows it isn’t really her place, not as a professional, thanks to the conflict of interest – and not if she wants to protect her own heart from hurt. Their scorching chemistry only helps to complicate things further, though it does add a pleasant amount of heat to the tale.
Dealing with two people wounded in their own way, this is a tale of feelings, denial and ultimately acceptance. It’s hot and has moments of flirty fun, as well as emotional times as it deals with the aftermath of tragedy and a budding new relationship between two uncertain people. I found it engaging and enjoyable, with likeable characters and a compelling plot. The ending did feel a little rushed, compared to the steady build up before, but overall I really enjoyed this one. I can’t wait to see how everything turns out with the last – and oldest – Weston brother in the next book.
(I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.)
Luckily for Marcus, along comes Juanita. When they first meet they’re just two singles in a bar, looking for a pleasurable night. Their chemistry is undeniably hot, but neither of them are looking for anything more. It all gets complicated, though, when Juanita’s next job takes her to Jumbuck Springs and brings her face-to-face with an exceedingly reluctant new patient.
One thing I really loved about this book was Marcus’ recovery and how PTSD is much more widespread than war zone veterans. As with Marcus’ relationship with Juanita, nothing is simple in this book. A lot of work needs to be done to move things forward and I liked that (for the most part) nothing is rushed or easily dismissed. It doesn’t help that Marcus is firmly a macho man – he doesn’t cry, he loves sports, he’s always in control. He’s a nice guy too, underneath the hurt and anger and frustration, but his stubborn adherence to the masculine ideal definitely doesn’t help matters.
Then there’s Juanita, a successful woman who seems a little adrift in her own life. She’s good at what she does, she likes her job and helping people, and yet in Marcus she’s given a real challenge. Mostly because as much as she wants to help him, she knows it isn’t really her place, not as a professional, thanks to the conflict of interest – and not if she wants to protect her own heart from hurt. Their scorching chemistry only helps to complicate things further, though it does add a pleasant amount of heat to the tale.
Dealing with two people wounded in their own way, this is a tale of feelings, denial and ultimately acceptance. It’s hot and has moments of flirty fun, as well as emotional times as it deals with the aftermath of tragedy and a budding new relationship between two uncertain people. I found it engaging and enjoyable, with likeable characters and a compelling plot. The ending did feel a little rushed, compared to the steady build up before, but overall I really enjoyed this one. I can’t wait to see how everything turns out with the last – and oldest – Weston brother in the next book.
(I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.)
February 5, 2017
I received this ARC from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Marcus is a paramedic who is quite laid back usually. In the previous book, he went through the trauma of witnessing fatalities caused by the bushfire. One of the victims being one of the boys who hero worshipped him as a football coach. He refuses to admit how badly, he is affected. His way of coping? Booze, clubbing and women! Is it working though?
Juanita is one of the Psychologists sent to Jumbuck Springs to assist those in need of post traumatic counselling as a result of the disaster. On her birthday, she sets eyes on Marcus and really likes what she sees. Tall, dark and sexy. Just the birthday present she needs. They spend the night together indulging in hot steamy sex. A one night stand as her birthday present. Right?
As far as they are both concerned, they won't see each other again. Juanita is a city girl after all. When an incident sets off Marcus' trigger, he has his brother and boss worried. Like it or not he is in need of counselling. That's when he finds himself face to face with Juanita again. Juanita is a professional and ignores the pull towards Marcus. He is convinced that he doesn't need any counselling for as far as he is concerned, he is handling the situation just fine.
Marcus offers to be Juanita's tour guide and the more time they spend together, the stronger the attraction grows. The problem is that Marcus remains anti counselling and Juanita is not prepared to get involved with someone who sees her just as a coping mechanism.
The story is very emotional. Heartbreakingly so at times. Will Marcus come to his senses and pull himself together to get his life back? Watching Marcus and Juanita battling with their feelings is quite exhausting.
I like the family support and loyalty as well as the strong community spirit.
This is a very well written easy to read novel. It's a real emotional rollercoaster which I would fully recommend to romance lovers. I liked Jarrod's story but enjoyed this one even more. I look forward to reading Ethan's story.
Marcus is a paramedic who is quite laid back usually. In the previous book, he went through the trauma of witnessing fatalities caused by the bushfire. One of the victims being one of the boys who hero worshipped him as a football coach. He refuses to admit how badly, he is affected. His way of coping? Booze, clubbing and women! Is it working though?
Juanita is one of the Psychologists sent to Jumbuck Springs to assist those in need of post traumatic counselling as a result of the disaster. On her birthday, she sets eyes on Marcus and really likes what she sees. Tall, dark and sexy. Just the birthday present she needs. They spend the night together indulging in hot steamy sex. A one night stand as her birthday present. Right?
As far as they are both concerned, they won't see each other again. Juanita is a city girl after all. When an incident sets off Marcus' trigger, he has his brother and boss worried. Like it or not he is in need of counselling. That's when he finds himself face to face with Juanita again. Juanita is a professional and ignores the pull towards Marcus. He is convinced that he doesn't need any counselling for as far as he is concerned, he is handling the situation just fine.
Marcus offers to be Juanita's tour guide and the more time they spend together, the stronger the attraction grows. The problem is that Marcus remains anti counselling and Juanita is not prepared to get involved with someone who sees her just as a coping mechanism.
The story is very emotional. Heartbreakingly so at times. Will Marcus come to his senses and pull himself together to get his life back? Watching Marcus and Juanita battling with their feelings is quite exhausting.
I like the family support and loyalty as well as the strong community spirit.
This is a very well written easy to read novel. It's a real emotional rollercoaster which I would fully recommend to romance lovers. I liked Jarrod's story but enjoyed this one even more. I look forward to reading Ethan's story.
November 7, 2015
Rating: 4.5/5
This is the third story in the Outback Heat series and a great addition to the series. Each one highlights the events in the Outback town of Jumbuck Springs and their impact on the Weston family who live there. The three brothers are key members of their town's services - one is the Chief of Police, another is a fireman and the third a paramedic. In this book, it is the paramedic, Marcus, that is the focus. He was the coach for the children's football team - they called him Super Coach - but during the clear up following bushfires he'd found one of the team huddled below his parents in the wreck of their burnt out car. He was traumatised by the experience but refused counselling.
He is determined to keep being the life and soul of every party, though his libido seemed to have given up on him until he is picked up by birthday girl Juanita, and their attractions is instantaneous and powerful. That was a one night stand though and he has to return home. They didn't exchange any personal information, she pretending to be a librarian and he a cowboy. They didn't expect their lives to cross again but fate intervenes. Now he's been forced to have it by his boss who refuses to let him back to work until his psychologist gives the okay.
This explores the trauma and its impact on survivors' lives in a moving story. Despite the best efforts of family and friends, sometimes that just isn't enough to help and breaking down the barriers to enable even the strongest, most resilient people to express their emotions and come to terms with grief are at the heart of this family love and romance. It is superbly written, with great characters, easy to empathise with and emotively portrayed. This series just keeps on getting better and I can't wait to read the next book when it is released.
Thanks to the Author, publisher and NetGalley, too, for letting me read an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is the third story in the Outback Heat series and a great addition to the series. Each one highlights the events in the Outback town of Jumbuck Springs and their impact on the Weston family who live there. The three brothers are key members of their town's services - one is the Chief of Police, another is a fireman and the third a paramedic. In this book, it is the paramedic, Marcus, that is the focus. He was the coach for the children's football team - they called him Super Coach - but during the clear up following bushfires he'd found one of the team huddled below his parents in the wreck of their burnt out car. He was traumatised by the experience but refused counselling.
He is determined to keep being the life and soul of every party, though his libido seemed to have given up on him until he is picked up by birthday girl Juanita, and their attractions is instantaneous and powerful. That was a one night stand though and he has to return home. They didn't exchange any personal information, she pretending to be a librarian and he a cowboy. They didn't expect their lives to cross again but fate intervenes. Now he's been forced to have it by his boss who refuses to let him back to work until his psychologist gives the okay.
This explores the trauma and its impact on survivors' lives in a moving story. Despite the best efforts of family and friends, sometimes that just isn't enough to help and breaking down the barriers to enable even the strongest, most resilient people to express their emotions and come to terms with grief are at the heart of this family love and romance. It is superbly written, with great characters, easy to empathise with and emotively portrayed. This series just keeps on getting better and I can't wait to read the next book when it is released.
Thanks to the Author, publisher and NetGalley, too, for letting me read an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 19, 2015
SOME GUYS NEED A LOT OF LOVIN’ is one of the best contemporary romances I have ever read.
Juanita Slattery is celebrating her birthday, unfortunately she’s attending a word dinner and she’s bored. She notices a handsome Australian cowboy, and decides that a one-night stand will be a fitting way of distracting herself. Marcus Weston is drinking alone, only wishing to obliterate memories. A paramedic, he suffers from PTSD after witnessing the deaths of a family, amongst them a boy he had coached football. But then Juanita and Marcus meet under difficult circumstances; will the playful sex they had will be all they will have left?
Words fail me at the magnificence of SOME GUYS NEED A LOT OF LOVIN’. Ms. Andrews describes in vivid detail the horror of the Australian bushfires, and she is just as eloquent when it comes to Juanita and Marcus’ wonderfully playful and erotic first night. But when the author shines beyond belief is when Marcus crumbles under his PTSD; seldom have I read such incredibly convincing scenes. Ms. Andrews does not TELL us what PTSD is, she SHOWS; we experience all the rage, the pain, the helplessness Marcus goes through. Those scenes are incredibly potent; they kept me riveted to the page, and made me totally relate to Juanita, who is also a superb character. The romance is very credible, and while not easy because of Marcus’ issues, it never becomes dark and heavy. Outback Heat is turning out to be one of my most favourite series ever, and SOME GUYS NEED A LOT OF LOVIN’ is definitely one of the best contemporary romances I have read. The writing is exceptional: fluid, elegant, yet straightforward and simple; the dialogues ring true at all times, character development is stupendous, and the characters themselves are very complex and very compelling. SOME GUYS NEED A LOT OF LOVIN’ is literally flawless! Brava, Ms. Andrews!
Juanita Slattery is celebrating her birthday, unfortunately she’s attending a word dinner and she’s bored. She notices a handsome Australian cowboy, and decides that a one-night stand will be a fitting way of distracting herself. Marcus Weston is drinking alone, only wishing to obliterate memories. A paramedic, he suffers from PTSD after witnessing the deaths of a family, amongst them a boy he had coached football. But then Juanita and Marcus meet under difficult circumstances; will the playful sex they had will be all they will have left?
Words fail me at the magnificence of SOME GUYS NEED A LOT OF LOVIN’. Ms. Andrews describes in vivid detail the horror of the Australian bushfires, and she is just as eloquent when it comes to Juanita and Marcus’ wonderfully playful and erotic first night. But when the author shines beyond belief is when Marcus crumbles under his PTSD; seldom have I read such incredibly convincing scenes. Ms. Andrews does not TELL us what PTSD is, she SHOWS; we experience all the rage, the pain, the helplessness Marcus goes through. Those scenes are incredibly potent; they kept me riveted to the page, and made me totally relate to Juanita, who is also a superb character. The romance is very credible, and while not easy because of Marcus’ issues, it never becomes dark and heavy. Outback Heat is turning out to be one of my most favourite series ever, and SOME GUYS NEED A LOT OF LOVIN’ is definitely one of the best contemporary romances I have read. The writing is exceptional: fluid, elegant, yet straightforward and simple; the dialogues ring true at all times, character development is stupendous, and the characters themselves are very complex and very compelling. SOME GUYS NEED A LOT OF LOVIN’ is literally flawless! Brava, Ms. Andrews!
November 16, 2015
So, having read all the other books this wasn't so much of a surprise.
Juanita, a psychologist hooks up with Marcus for a one-night stand when he is in town. Neither is honest about what they really do, but in a "what do you think I do?" kind of way rather than flat out lying.
Marcus is a paramedic in small town Australia. His region was badly affected by bushfires and he has personally suffered as one of the bodies he found was that of a young boy who he had coached for Australian football.
Juanita has volunteered to help counsel some of those traumatised by the bush fires earlier in year.
After Marcus finds a baby left in a locked car in hot weather he loses his cool and berates the father - an incident which results in violence and causes his boos to suspend him and mandate counselling. After their initial meeting Juanita passes Marcus on to a colleague but she still wants to help Marcus confront his issues.
Most of the book is consumed by Marcus's avoiding his issues, usually using sex! Although the book is super hot I didn't feel I got to know Juanita and Marcus as much as I got to know the characters in the previous books. While it might be realistic (I don't know) it seemed odd that Marcus was switched on enough to see that JJ was in love with Captain Sensible (love that nickname) and to ask if Juanita's ex had sought counselling and yet resist counselling himself.
Juanita, a psychologist hooks up with Marcus for a one-night stand when he is in town. Neither is honest about what they really do, but in a "what do you think I do?" kind of way rather than flat out lying.
Marcus is a paramedic in small town Australia. His region was badly affected by bushfires and he has personally suffered as one of the bodies he found was that of a young boy who he had coached for Australian football.
Juanita has volunteered to help counsel some of those traumatised by the bush fires earlier in year.
After Marcus finds a baby left in a locked car in hot weather he loses his cool and berates the father - an incident which results in violence and causes his boos to suspend him and mandate counselling. After their initial meeting Juanita passes Marcus on to a colleague but she still wants to help Marcus confront his issues.
Most of the book is consumed by Marcus's avoiding his issues, usually using sex! Although the book is super hot I didn't feel I got to know Juanita and Marcus as much as I got to know the characters in the previous books. While it might be realistic (I don't know) it seemed odd that Marcus was switched on enough to see that JJ was in love with Captain Sensible (love that nickname) and to ask if Juanita's ex had sought counselling and yet resist counselling himself.
April 20, 2024
Some Guys Need A Lot of Loving hit very close to the bone for me in confronting post traumatic stress disorder in the emergency services. Like Marcus, my husband suffers from PTSD specifically as a result of attending a particularly nasty road crash, but more generally as a result of more than 20 years of dealing with all manner of trauma.
I applaud Amy Andrews for including this issue in one of her books as this is an illness that has severe consequences for both the sufferer and their family while at the same time being quietly swept under the carpet by many in the community.
So is this book just an in depth look at PTSD and the ways in which it cripples a person mentally? Well, yes it is but it's also a good story which I found hard to put down. It starts off with an off the wall sex scene between Marcus and Juanita and from there we get to watch these two fighting the strong attraction they have for each other while discovering there is so much more than hot sex to keep them together.
I loved the setting in outback northern NSW. I love that small country town sense of community that is so strongly evident. It's pretty apparent hat Amy Andrews is familiar with this sort of place. The descriptions of people, events and the things that make country towns tick are absolutely spot on. Throw in a really good story and you've got a winner.
I applaud Amy Andrews for including this issue in one of her books as this is an illness that has severe consequences for both the sufferer and their family while at the same time being quietly swept under the carpet by many in the community.
So is this book just an in depth look at PTSD and the ways in which it cripples a person mentally? Well, yes it is but it's also a good story which I found hard to put down. It starts off with an off the wall sex scene between Marcus and Juanita and from there we get to watch these two fighting the strong attraction they have for each other while discovering there is so much more than hot sex to keep them together.
I loved the setting in outback northern NSW. I love that small country town sense of community that is so strongly evident. It's pretty apparent hat Amy Andrews is familiar with this sort of place. The descriptions of people, events and the things that make country towns tick are absolutely spot on. Throw in a really good story and you've got a winner.
November 8, 2015
Outback Heat Book 3 - Some Guys Need a Lot of Lovin' is the most heart wrenching of this series that I have read by Amy Andrews. In fact, I liked this book the best, and the cover the least. There is such a wonderful story of healing and restoration that the cover does not convey. However, this review is for the marvelous story.
So much has been written concerning PTSD caused by war that it is easy to forget that there are many other tragic causing events. Ms. Andrews has given us a moving account of one firefighter’s fight with this. This is Marcus Weston’s story of dealing with his PTSD. Before this Australian romance story is finished another one of the Weston brothers has fallen. Which in Marcus’ case it is not so easy, since he must come to terms with the sorrow that has been haunting him first.
Juanita Slattery is perfect for him. I liked her as a person and as a doctor. She stayed professional, not mixing her work and personal life. She has a sense of humor as well as a sensitive side, putting Marcus’ well-being before her own. In this case nothing else would have worked for me. As it is written it is a 5 Star compelling read!
The publisher through Net Galley provided a copy.
So much has been written concerning PTSD caused by war that it is easy to forget that there are many other tragic causing events. Ms. Andrews has given us a moving account of one firefighter’s fight with this. This is Marcus Weston’s story of dealing with his PTSD. Before this Australian romance story is finished another one of the Weston brothers has fallen. Which in Marcus’ case it is not so easy, since he must come to terms with the sorrow that has been haunting him first.
Juanita Slattery is perfect for him. I liked her as a person and as a doctor. She stayed professional, not mixing her work and personal life. She has a sense of humor as well as a sensitive side, putting Marcus’ well-being before her own. In this case nothing else would have worked for me. As it is written it is a 5 Star compelling read!
The publisher through Net Galley provided a copy.
March 15, 2016
Marcus' story is about his PTSD. I love the cocky, "larikin", everybody-loves-him, sexy, fun-loving, joking Marcus. My heart goes gooey for him as he grapples with tragedy he witnessed as a firefighter. I love Juanita, the temporary psychologist assigned to the area. She is a very bold, sexy, knows-what-she-wants-and-goes-out-and-gets-it kind of person. But she was hurt in the past by being involved with a disfunctional man. Therefore she hesitates getting involved with Marcus. She doesn't want her heart broken. But the more she is around him the more she WANTS to be around him. She can't seem to control her libido around him...and her heart soon follows. There are some serious issues here and Ms. Andrews balances them beautifully with a heavy helping of sexiness. So well done! I was emotionally invested before having read what tragedy occured in the previous book. I think Juanita is the perfect heroine, strong and bold, to Marcus' outward appearance of being laid back and relaxed. Juanita needs to seriously let loose and Marcus needs a whole lot of lovin' to overcome his issues. Another excellent book that packs a HUGE punch.
October 27, 2015
Juanita Slattery is only in Jumbuck Springs for two months working at the hospital as a psychologist. She doesn’t expect one of her first patients to be Marcus Weston, the one night stand from her 30th birthday. Luckily she knows she can’t be his doctor and refers him to someone else. But she can be his friend.
It turns out Marcus is suffering from PTSD after finding a family huddled together in their car dead after a bushfire. The little boy was on the town football team and Marcus had gotten close to him. As Marcus works through his issues, Juanita is there for him in more ways than just one. They quickly become lovers. How will they works this out when Juanita is planning on moving back to Sydney after her time is up at the hospital?
This very sexy story has some hot sex scenes that aren’t for the faint at heart. It is a quick book and didn’t take too long to read. So if you’re looking for a hot romance and short of time, pick this one up. One tip: Be sure to read this series in order because there will be spoilers if you don’t.
It turns out Marcus is suffering from PTSD after finding a family huddled together in their car dead after a bushfire. The little boy was on the town football team and Marcus had gotten close to him. As Marcus works through his issues, Juanita is there for him in more ways than just one. They quickly become lovers. How will they works this out when Juanita is planning on moving back to Sydney after her time is up at the hospital?
This very sexy story has some hot sex scenes that aren’t for the faint at heart. It is a quick book and didn’t take too long to read. So if you’re looking for a hot romance and short of time, pick this one up. One tip: Be sure to read this series in order because there will be spoilers if you don’t.
October 21, 2015
I loved this book....actually, I've loved all of the books in the Outback Heat series. They're all excellent contemporary romances, but this book raises the ante and tackles some difficult subjects that are very emotional.
In this book, Marcus is suffering from PTSD, but thinks he can handle it by himself. Unfortunately, that decision is taken out of his hands when he is forced to seek treatment. What follows is his struggle to be a "manly man" while suffering from his demons. He is doubly determined to stay strong because of the sexy psychologist that he is attracted to. In the Weston family, men are men, and not in touch with their sensitive side. With all of this in play, the author creates a captivating romance novel that focuses on a very difficult topic.
This was a book that I could not put down and that I strongly recommend to fans of the genre.
In this book, Marcus is suffering from PTSD, but thinks he can handle it by himself. Unfortunately, that decision is taken out of his hands when he is forced to seek treatment. What follows is his struggle to be a "manly man" while suffering from his demons. He is doubly determined to stay strong because of the sexy psychologist that he is attracted to. In the Weston family, men are men, and not in touch with their sensitive side. With all of this in play, the author creates a captivating romance novel that focuses on a very difficult topic.
This was a book that I could not put down and that I strongly recommend to fans of the genre.
October 22, 2015
Marcus has faced a tragedy he is doing nothing but running away from and pretending that everything is fine. But is it really?
Juanita is 30 and after listening to her mom go on and on about not settling down, and being young in her profession...the hot guy coming in to the bar is just what she needs.
Later when they come face to face, they just are not sure how to handle it. Juanita and Marcus burn hot and quick, their chemistry off the charts. Both have reasons to stay away but do those reasons make any sense when they are together? When faced with the choice between facing what is in front of him or just going on with his day...Will Marcus make the right choice??
Juanita is 30 and after listening to her mom go on and on about not settling down, and being young in her profession...the hot guy coming in to the bar is just what she needs.
Later when they come face to face, they just are not sure how to handle it. Juanita and Marcus burn hot and quick, their chemistry off the charts. Both have reasons to stay away but do those reasons make any sense when they are together? When faced with the choice between facing what is in front of him or just going on with his day...Will Marcus make the right choice??
October 23, 2015
Another awesome story in this series! I am loving these Weston boys. In this one Marcus Weston is trying to deal with the horrible events he witnessed in the fires six months ago. Always the one in the family who could handle anything, he thinks he's dealt with things. He's the only one though. Forced into therapy or he loses his job, Marcus finds himself face to face with his one night stand from a week ago in the form of Psychologist Juanita Slattery. Due to their prior "meeting" she hands Marcus off to another therapist but staying away from him and fighting the attraction prove to be impossible!
This is a fun sexy read and one I highly recommend.
This is a fun sexy read and one I highly recommend.
October 30, 2015
Juanita Slattery is a psychologist temporarily in Jumpback Springs to counsel PTSD survivors form the horrendous and devastating summer fire. She meets Marcus Weston the night of her birthday and they share a sizzling night together.
Marcus witnessed a horrible scene in the fire and is trying to self-heal from the memory. He is a a paramedic and soon is boss tells him to get the counselling he really needs. Juanita is the counselor he gets, embarrassingly enough for both of them. She refers him to another counselor but they begin a friendship/romance.
The story is a sensitive journey into PTSD and the effects it has on a person in denial.
Marcus witnessed a horrible scene in the fire and is trying to self-heal from the memory. He is a a paramedic and soon is boss tells him to get the counselling he really needs. Juanita is the counselor he gets, embarrassingly enough for both of them. She refers him to another counselor but they begin a friendship/romance.
The story is a sensitive journey into PTSD and the effects it has on a person in denial.
May 21, 2017
The events of this story are a result of a section of Some Girls Don’t which I would never want any emergency services personnel to face but am also realistic enough to recognise that it is possible for it to really happen in Australia.
I loved the way that Marcus and Juanita's first meeting was set up at the beginning rather than just dumping her into Jumbuck Springs as a new person without a lead in.
I did feel a little like that resolution of Marcus' trauma was rushed, but at the same time the same resolution that came during the HEA ending didn't come across as if everything was now sorted with nothing but happiness in the future.
I loved the way that Marcus and Juanita's first meeting was set up at the beginning rather than just dumping her into Jumbuck Springs as a new person without a lead in.
I did feel a little like that resolution of Marcus' trauma was rushed, but at the same time the same resolution that came during the HEA ending didn't come across as if everything was now sorted with nothing but happiness in the future.
October 21, 2015
It was clear from the start that Marcus and Juanita had a deep connection. In Some Guys Need a Lot of Lovin', Amy Andrews tackles emotional subjects. Marcus is dealing with the traumatic aftermath of a horribly heartbreaking experience. Juanita is looking for a way to escape the stresses brought on by her job. A chance encounter leads to something more until the outside world intrudes. Some Guys Need a Lot of Lovin' is a story that has an uplifting message. I experienced a ton of emotions but Marcus made it all worthwhile. I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
November 17, 2015
This book is a great addition to the series and it is real, talking about a very serious issue, PTSD. Marcus is still dealing with the aftermath of the tragic death of Reggie. After a situation occurs at work, he's told that he needs to go into counseling or lose his job. He goes to the bar to get away from it all, where he meets sexy Juanita for a private birthday celebration. This story is emotional, funny, sad and has steamy sex in it, what else do you need?
I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
October 27, 2015
When paramedic Marcus Weston meets Psycholgist Juanita Slattery she hits on him in a bar, and when she lets it drop that its her birthday he wants to take her out for a meal and to eat cake.
There is a great heart wrenching story in this one, but it does get a bit over ran by the sex. So if you like them hot and steamy with no birthday cake, this one is for you. Hot enough to melt the candles on the cake, if there had been one, without them being lit.
There is a great heart wrenching story in this one, but it does get a bit over ran by the sex. So if you like them hot and steamy with no birthday cake, this one is for you. Hot enough to melt the candles on the cake, if there had been one, without them being lit.
October 27, 2015
This has been a great series. The Weston siblings all have great stories. You definitely need to start with book 1 to appreciate all the characters. Marcus and Juanita meet under false pretenses, but instant chemistry is there. There are several steamy scenes and some emotionally scenes. Amy Andrews writes about a tough topic and really captures the emotions well. I can't wait for the next book in this series.
November 1, 2015
Marcus set this readers heart aflutter in the first installment of the Outback Heat series :D Lots of smouldering heat between Marcus and Juanita - they were combustible :D The comraderie between the brothers was awesome! Another great read in a series that just gets better with every installment :)
Review copy received from the Publisher
Review copy received from the Publisher
December 8, 2015
Whew, these brothers just keep getting better as the series progresses.
Marcus is a man that is always looking for a good time, with hidden depths. Juanita is a woman, who is drawn to men who are not ready for forever. Eventually they work through the issues keeping them apart, which is incredibly passionate along the way.
Thanks Netgalley!
Marcus is a man that is always looking for a good time, with hidden depths. Juanita is a woman, who is drawn to men who are not ready for forever. Eventually they work through the issues keeping them apart, which is incredibly passionate along the way.
Thanks Netgalley!
February 18, 2016
Juanita Slattery goes up to Marcus Weston in a bar and ask for one night thinking she would never she him again.When Marcus boss suspend's him and makes him counselling it is Juanita who is seeing him but then has him seeing some body else the next day.When she finds out what happen with him she still tries to help him by pushing him a little to far so can the love they have help him heal.
June 21, 2016
I have been reading Amy Andrews for years now and she never fails too make me fall in love with her books over and over again... yes she is an amazing writer,
This book is packed full of everything you want and more in a romance its set in amazing place has an uber hot guy and a beautiful girl. i just love how this book is set out and i love love.... the love the romance.
This book is packed full of everything you want and more in a romance its set in amazing place has an uber hot guy and a beautiful girl. i just love how this book is set out and i love love.... the love the romance.
May 1, 2016
Loved it
What a wonderful story so much emotion and tragedy. Having survived some of the natural disasters that Australia that hit every now and then it seemed so real
What a wonderful story so much emotion and tragedy. Having survived some of the natural disasters that Australia that hit every now and then it seemed so real
July 5, 2016
Emotional, sexy, dramatic and fun Aussie outback romance. 5 BIG stars !
September 10, 2016
2.5 stars (rounded to 3)
(Note: I’ve read book 1 but not book 2)
What I liked about this novel was how well the author described and explored the main characters’ personal demons (mainly the hero’s). I saw character growth in the hero (Marcus), but not so much in the heroine (Juanita). Although there was a connection that existed between the two, I can’t honestly call it one of romantic origin. It was more of a human dependence connection. People need other people. We are social creatures.
Marcus was suffering from emotional trauma and he used Juanita to lean on emotionally. But I didn’t see that it actually helped him. It was more of a distraction from his problems. That made sense. However, Juanita actions—despite her saying she loved him—showed her interest in him to be purely physical. She even admits that they’ve never spoken about the “hard stuff” (beyond superficial subject matter).
Furthermore, at the end, Marcus says he’s never met a woman like Juanita, which is why he’s agreed to get into a serious relationship with her. Sure, her self-assurance and confidence are attractive (compared to the girls in their early twenties he kept hooking up with), but I never got the impression that his attraction went further than beyond her curves and exotic heritage.
So I fail to see their romance. All I saw was a sexual relationship and one of emotional dependence.
I kind of gave up on Juanita’s character after she decided to sleep with him after finding out he had problems to heal from first, especially since she’d clearly set boundaries, stating that a romantic relationship wouldn’t be good for either of them. He needed no (sexual) distractions and to focus wholeheartedly on mental and emotional therapy. He was already avoiding the issue and resisting the therapy sessions (he was suspended from work until he got a cleared psych evaluation—so he wasn’t there willingly). She knew it would be wrong to contribute to his distractions since he needed to first get better mentally. She had already learned from her past relationship that relationships with emotionally stunted men who refuse to seek therapy counseling never work out and promised herself never to do it again.
So what was she doing going back on her promise to herself and to Marcus (despite his not liking her refusal to getromantically sexually involved)? Marcus is hot, so that makes it okay? She already knew Marcus was using sex as a distraction. She already understood how important it was for Marcus to get better first (for himself—and her, if she planned to get into a relationship with him). Yet she said she loved him, despite eventually becoming a distraction herself.
Sometimes to love means to walk away. No matter how much it hurts. She didn’t do that. She let Marcusbreak down her barriers tempt her into sex. So I argue, did she love him in the first place? They didn’t have meaningful, deep conversations. What did they have? Sex. That’s it. That’s not romance. It’s lust.
I’m sorry, but that’s a weak character.
I’m not happy with Juanita’s character. I also had a problem with both of the characters from book 1 as well. Although Andrews is good at describing personal demons, the character inconsistencies—where they claim one thing but do the opposite—isn’t something I wish to revisit. It’s different if it’s a flaw actually planned on purpose—but this doesn’t seem to be the case in Andrew’s books. So this might be my last Amy Andrews book.
This wasn’t the only problem I had with the book either. Although the writing was good, Amy Andrews does have a way with words, I wasn’t happy with the proofreading of this book. It’s especially distracting when, instead of focusing on the story, my mind is saying, “There’s a missing comma there. Oh, another one. Same error again! Why don’t authors read a grammar book? Missing comma. Is Tule an indie publisher? Missing comma. Tule must be an indie publisher. Why else would their proofreader not know all the correct comma usages? Missing comma. Heck, why didn’t the author bother to learn either? It can’t be considered professional to depend on someone else to fix all your mistakes due to ignorance—proofreaders are meant to catch typos. Missing comma! Missing comma! Missing comma! Arghhhhh. This is driving me insannnnne.”
Yes. Now you see how annoying it is from my perspective. These were the same problems in book 1 as well. Here are only a few examples (there are so many, many more in the book):
(This would have been correct had there been more than one little sister, but in this case, they only had ONE sister total. So there must be a comma after sister. It would be corrected as “[…] their little sister’s, Lacey’s, fiancé.” Or “[…] their little sister’s—Lacey’s—fiancé.”
And you’ve noticed I’ve underlined fiancée as well. I’ve studied French, so conjugation is deeply ingrained in me. This word is gender specific. Lacey’s fiancé is a man, so there is no extra ‘e.’)
(The character meant to mentally thumb her nose at her own mother, not imply that someone take someone else’s mother… See now why commas are sooooo important? The meaning drastically changes.)
In conclusion, I believe a lot of readers will enjoy this book, especially ones looking for sexy times, and the characters do have enough depth, but this is the second book of Amy Andrew’s where I didn’t see a romantic connection—a sexual one, yes, but that’s not enough for me. Furthermore, I can’t bear the thought of reading another work where someone clearly hadn’t studied up on their punctuation rules properly. I can’t enjoy a story when my editor’s brain is screaming at me to fix that error. (And no, I’m not perfect in punctuation either, which is why I periodically go back and review my grammar textbook—not all at once.)
So, no, I won’t be reading Amy Andrews again. However, I’ll be happy to try her future works if I can be guaranteed that it will be properly edited and sex isn’t mistaken for love—again.
++++++++++++++++++++++.
And if the author does happen upon my review, here are some great punctuation resources (keep in mind that there are many free ones online—just Google “comma rules”):
The Chicago Manual of Style
(Yes, I’ve spent many long, boring hours studying it. The table of contents makes it easy to find the specific punctuation situation you’re looking for within 30 seconds.)
Diana Hacker and Nancy Sommers. “A Writer’s Reference” 7th ed. (I prefer this one. It lists many, many punctuation examples and explains the reason for them in plain English.)
Also similar, “Rules for Writers.” 7th ed.
(I highly recommend this textbook not just for writers but for all students as well (including high schoolers who plan on post-secondary education—why not start early?). It covers not only grammar and punctuation but also academic writing (outlining, analyzing, building arguments, etc…) It will bring your grades up because you’ll be able to get to your point across faster and clearer. And your overworked TA won’t be cursing you for padding your report with so many extra words that essentially do nothing except make your message more confusing. I have noticed that the longer it takes for you to make your point, the more convinced the TA is that you don’t know the subject matter as well as you should, and the lower your grade becomes. So, students, even if you’re not in an English/Journalism major, this textbook will benefit you. (I’m in applied science and my grades went up in the discussion portion of my lab reports after reading sections of this book.) I’ve been to public school, and I know that the majority either don’t remember or have never learned that there’s a comma after ‘hi.’ They treat ‘hi,’ ‘hey,’ and ‘hello’ the same as they do ‘dear.’ “Let’s eat, grandma” seems to not have made such a memorable impact either. Most of these punctuation (and grammar) rules have never been covered at my public schools. Ironic, since the majority of my French education was focused on grammar (conjugation and drilling the difference between subject, direct object, and indirect object—which I’ve never once heard of in English class). So get this book. Once you learn all the punctuation rules, you be able to employ them in ways you didn’t know about to make your communication more direct and avoid confusion.)
Shrunk and White. Elements of Style.
(It’s a short book, and though it doesn’t have everything the previous textbook has, it’s a good starter for those who are overwhelmed by thick grammar books. Let’s just say it’s meant to help ease you in.)
(Note: I’ve read book 1 but not book 2)
What I liked about this novel was how well the author described and explored the main characters’ personal demons (mainly the hero’s). I saw character growth in the hero (Marcus), but not so much in the heroine (Juanita). Although there was a connection that existed between the two, I can’t honestly call it one of romantic origin. It was more of a human dependence connection. People need other people. We are social creatures.
Marcus was suffering from emotional trauma and he used Juanita to lean on emotionally. But I didn’t see that it actually helped him. It was more of a distraction from his problems. That made sense. However, Juanita actions—despite her saying she loved him—showed her interest in him to be purely physical. She even admits that they’ve never spoken about the “hard stuff” (beyond superficial subject matter).
Furthermore, at the end, Marcus says he’s never met a woman like Juanita, which is why he’s agreed to get into a serious relationship with her. Sure, her self-assurance and confidence are attractive (compared to the girls in their early twenties he kept hooking up with), but I never got the impression that his attraction went further than beyond her curves and exotic heritage.
So I fail to see their romance. All I saw was a sexual relationship and one of emotional dependence.
I kind of gave up on Juanita’s character after she decided to sleep with him after finding out he had problems to heal from first, especially since she’d clearly set boundaries, stating that a romantic relationship wouldn’t be good for either of them. He needed no (sexual) distractions and to focus wholeheartedly on mental and emotional therapy. He was already avoiding the issue and resisting the therapy sessions (he was suspended from work until he got a cleared psych evaluation—so he wasn’t there willingly). She knew it would be wrong to contribute to his distractions since he needed to first get better mentally. She had already learned from her past relationship that relationships with emotionally stunted men who refuse to seek therapy counseling never work out and promised herself never to do it again.
So what was she doing going back on her promise to herself and to Marcus (despite his not liking her refusal to get
Sometimes to love means to walk away. No matter how much it hurts. She didn’t do that. She let Marcus
I’m sorry, but that’s a weak character.
I’m not happy with Juanita’s character. I also had a problem with both of the characters from book 1 as well. Although Andrews is good at describing personal demons, the character inconsistencies—where they claim one thing but do the opposite—isn’t something I wish to revisit. It’s different if it’s a flaw actually planned on purpose—but this doesn’t seem to be the case in Andrew’s books. So this might be my last Amy Andrews book.
This wasn’t the only problem I had with the book either. Although the writing was good, Amy Andrews does have a way with words, I wasn’t happy with the proofreading of this book. It’s especially distracting when, instead of focusing on the story, my mind is saying, “There’s a missing comma there. Oh, another one. Same error again! Why don’t authors read a grammar book? Missing comma. Is Tule an indie publisher? Missing comma. Tule must be an indie publisher. Why else would their proofreader not know all the correct comma usages? Missing comma. Heck, why didn’t the author bother to learn either? It can’t be considered professional to depend on someone else to fix all your mistakes due to ignorance—proofreaders are meant to catch typos. Missing comma! Missing comma! Missing comma! Arghhhhh. This is driving me insannnnne.”
Yes. Now you see how annoying it is from my perspective. These were the same problems in book 1 as well. Here are only a few examples (there are so many, many more in the book):
Not exactly chummy either this crowd.
Ethan tipped his chin at his good buddy and, more recently, their little sister Lacey’s fiancée.
(This would have been correct had there been more than one little sister, but in this case, they only had ONE sister total. So there must be a comma after sister. It would be corrected as “[…] their little sister’s, Lacey’s, fiancé.” Or “[…] their little sister’s—Lacey’s—fiancé.”
And you’ve noticed I’ve underlined fiancée as well. I’ve studied French, so conjugation is deeply ingrained in me. This word is gender specific. Lacey’s fiancé is a man, so there is no extra ‘e.’)
In fact her brain was already fast-forwarding to the point where […]
Take that mama.
(The character meant to mentally thumb her nose at her own mother, not imply that someone take someone else’s mother… See now why commas are sooooo important? The meaning drastically changes.)
Come on dude.
I’m okay coach Weston.
"Hey Coop.”
As kids the Weston boys had often worked out disputes with […]
Thanks to her job Juanita was a very good reader of […]
“Er… I’m good thanks.”
In conclusion, I believe a lot of readers will enjoy this book, especially ones looking for sexy times, and the characters do have enough depth, but this is the second book of Amy Andrew’s where I didn’t see a romantic connection—a sexual one, yes, but that’s not enough for me. Furthermore, I can’t bear the thought of reading another work where someone clearly hadn’t studied up on their punctuation rules properly. I can’t enjoy a story when my editor’s brain is screaming at me to fix that error. (And no, I’m not perfect in punctuation either, which is why I periodically go back and review my grammar textbook—not all at once.)
So, no, I won’t be reading Amy Andrews again. However, I’ll be happy to try her future works if I can be guaranteed that it will be properly edited and sex isn’t mistaken for love—again.
++++++++++++++++++++++.
And if the author does happen upon my review, here are some great punctuation resources (keep in mind that there are many free ones online—just Google “comma rules”):
The Chicago Manual of Style
(Yes, I’ve spent many long, boring hours studying it. The table of contents makes it easy to find the specific punctuation situation you’re looking for within 30 seconds.)
Diana Hacker and Nancy Sommers. “A Writer’s Reference” 7th ed. (I prefer this one. It lists many, many punctuation examples and explains the reason for them in plain English.)
Also similar, “Rules for Writers.” 7th ed.
(I highly recommend this textbook not just for writers but for all students as well (including high schoolers who plan on post-secondary education—why not start early?). It covers not only grammar and punctuation but also academic writing (outlining, analyzing, building arguments, etc…) It will bring your grades up because you’ll be able to get to your point across faster and clearer. And your overworked TA won’t be cursing you for padding your report with so many extra words that essentially do nothing except make your message more confusing. I have noticed that the longer it takes for you to make your point, the more convinced the TA is that you don’t know the subject matter as well as you should, and the lower your grade becomes. So, students, even if you’re not in an English/Journalism major, this textbook will benefit you. (I’m in applied science and my grades went up in the discussion portion of my lab reports after reading sections of this book.) I’ve been to public school, and I know that the majority either don’t remember or have never learned that there’s a comma after ‘hi.’ They treat ‘hi,’ ‘hey,’ and ‘hello’ the same as they do ‘dear.’ “Let’s eat, grandma” seems to not have made such a memorable impact either. Most of these punctuation (and grammar) rules have never been covered at my public schools. Ironic, since the majority of my French education was focused on grammar (conjugation and drilling the difference between subject, direct object, and indirect object—which I’ve never once heard of in English class). So get this book. Once you learn all the punctuation rules, you be able to employ them in ways you didn’t know about to make your communication more direct and avoid confusion.)
Shrunk and White. Elements of Style.
(It’s a short book, and though it doesn’t have everything the previous textbook has, it’s a good starter for those who are overwhelmed by thick grammar books. Let’s just say it’s meant to help ease you in.)
November 17, 2019
3.5...Some Guys Need a Lot of Lovin’ is the third book in the Outback Heat series. Shew! It was kind of a tough ride. This book is about dealing with PTSD brought about through Marcus’ paramedic duties. For anyone who has suffered a tragic loss, this book may trigger some hard memories. That isn’t bad, though. The way that the author deals with it is uplifting and healing. She also keeps it on the lighter side as the purpose of this story is the relationship between Marcus and Juanita, not Marcus’ grief.
Marcus is the second oldest of the Weston clan. He’s the class, and family, clown. The guy everyone counts on to be the life of the party. The laid back one who takes everything in stride and never gets ruffled or out of sorts. Juanita is the youngest of the Slattery clan with five older brothers. She knows what a big family is all about and loves it, even though she escaped it as quickly as possible and hasn’t really looked back. They meet in Brisbane, spend the night together, and think they’ll never see one another again. They were so very wrong. The rest of the story is equal parts fun and serious but always entertaining.
Marcus is the second oldest of the Weston clan. He’s the class, and family, clown. The guy everyone counts on to be the life of the party. The laid back one who takes everything in stride and never gets ruffled or out of sorts. Juanita is the youngest of the Slattery clan with five older brothers. She knows what a big family is all about and loves it, even though she escaped it as quickly as possible and hasn’t really looked back. They meet in Brisbane, spend the night together, and think they’ll never see one another again. They were so very wrong. The rest of the story is equal parts fun and serious but always entertaining.
March 24, 2023
3.5 stars
Whilst I understand that a fair number of men think they will lose their masculinity if they go for counselling or even cry, crying and counselling are both good things. That message comes across in this book and that's good. We really did not get to know either Juanita or Marcus very well and neither did they. She spends a fair amount of time thinking about helping the community and trying to help Marcus even though she handed him over to her colleague for sessions. Who did she talk to because the sessions she had must have been soul-destroying. Even though he is having sessions he still avoids opening up and, Marcus, uses sex as his crutch. That proves that he and Juanita are sexually compatible. At last, finally breaking down and, starting his journey of mental health recovery, the book ended. That was disappointing and also felt a little like there could have been a bit more.
Whilst I understand that a fair number of men think they will lose their masculinity if they go for counselling or even cry, crying and counselling are both good things. That message comes across in this book and that's good. We really did not get to know either Juanita or Marcus very well and neither did they. She spends a fair amount of time thinking about helping the community and trying to help Marcus even though she handed him over to her colleague for sessions. Who did she talk to because the sessions she had must have been soul-destroying. Even though he is having sessions he still avoids opening up and, Marcus, uses sex as his crutch. That proves that he and Juanita are sexually compatible. At last, finally breaking down and, starting his journey of mental health recovery, the book ended. That was disappointing and also felt a little like there could have been a bit more.
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