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Textual Attraction
Lewis has spent most of his adult life looking after his aging parents, and he recently ended a relationship with a domineering guy who'd been nothing but bad for him. Despite his less-than-stellar track record with men, he's still hopeful there's someone out there for him, but he's learned to be careful with his heart. So he can't figure out why a cryptic, gruff, drunken voice mail from a stranger named Jerry doesn't make him hit the DELETE button. It's clear the man's got the wrong number. But when Jerry begins to text, Lewis finally responds, saying he's not the guy Jerry wants. Jerry, however, is nothing if not persistent, and he keeps texting and teasing Lewis, even after he knows the truth. Lewis is surprised when something sparks between them. Jerry turns out to be charming and witty, and they develop an odd friendship through text messages. When Jerry suggests they finally meet in person, Lewis is apprehensive, yet curious. Can he take the big step to meet Jerry face-to-face? More importantly, can he maybe even trust Jerry with his heart?
109 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 19, 2015
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About the author
K-lee Klein
59 books307 followersK-lee Klein grew up in the beautiful mountains of British Columbia and now lives only two hours away in Calgary, Alberta. Her life is blessed by three now-grown (but still spoiled) kids and an adorable grandson who calls her Gwaa Gwaa. She has a patient husband of over thirty years and spends her days being bossed around by a kitten named Poe, a senior feline called, Miss Chili, and a canine who thinks she's a princess, Chewie.
K-lee’s writing muse is terribly temperamental so to keep him close by and in-check, she had him inked on her left calf. Yet she still writes on his schedule and inspiration, and quite honestly, he can be a bit of a drama queen. K-lee writes mostly contemporary but has forayed into paranormal and urban fantasy, and her favorite tropes to write and read are hurt-comfort, friends to lovers, opposites attract, and relationships with children. Her biggest accomplishment as an author was overcoming all the hurdles to transition from publisher releases to her first self-published book.
Although K-lee considers herself to be an extroverted introvert and revels in her solitude, she very much enjoys traveling to conferences to meet up with friends old and new. She’s grateful for all the people in her life who accept her as she is and support her through the ups and downs as a mom, wife, friend, and joyfully obsessed writer.
K-lee’s writing muse is terribly temperamental so to keep him close by and in-check, she had him inked on her left calf. Yet she still writes on his schedule and inspiration, and quite honestly, he can be a bit of a drama queen. K-lee writes mostly contemporary but has forayed into paranormal and urban fantasy, and her favorite tropes to write and read are hurt-comfort, friends to lovers, opposites attract, and relationships with children. Her biggest accomplishment as an author was overcoming all the hurdles to transition from publisher releases to her first self-published book.
Although K-lee considers herself to be an extroverted introvert and revels in her solitude, she very much enjoys traveling to conferences to meet up with friends old and new. She’s grateful for all the people in her life who accept her as she is and support her through the ups and downs as a mom, wife, friend, and joyfully obsessed writer.
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February 6, 2017
This was one amazing book. I had planned to read it a long while ago, but somehow I never really started it. I finally decided to just read it and make it stop bugging me with its constant puppy-dog expression making me feel guilty, and guess what. I enjoyed the heck out of it.
This is a pretty short story, and I read it in good time too. But while reading, I got the sensation as if I was slowly devouring each sentence, it was that fun. The drunken message that started it all was adorable, the textual conversations they shared were outright hilarious, both the characters were downright adorable and cute, their romance was swoon-worthy, and the secondary characters (the parents and Eddie) were an amazing part of the journey.
Everything about the book enchanted me and made me fall in love that much harder. There were a few typos, but I am not deducting any points because of the memorable read I just had.
Ah, the feels I got, the smiles, laughter, and emotions it evoked. A-mazing!
This is a pretty short story, and I read it in good time too. But while reading, I got the sensation as if I was slowly devouring each sentence, it was that fun. The drunken message that started it all was adorable, the textual conversations they shared were outright hilarious, both the characters were downright adorable and cute, their romance was swoon-worthy, and the secondary characters (the parents and Eddie) were an amazing part of the journey.
Everything about the book enchanted me and made me fall in love that much harder. There were a few typos, but I am not deducting any points because of the memorable read I just had.
Ah, the feels I got, the smiles, laughter, and emotions it evoked. A-mazing!
February 8, 2016
With all the online dating and communication going on today, it is no wonder more of the getting-to-know-you phase of a new romance takes place long-distance. But Lewis and Jerry, in this very amusing story, take it a step further. The romance begins with a text sent to the wrong recipient (Lewis), who has significant baggage from previous relationships and a very healthy dislike of talking to strangers. Jerry is not one to give up easily, and his insistence on staying in touch was admirable. The result is a very entertaining story that showed the humor as well as the romantic potential of meeting someone via text.
Lewis is a great guy, somewhat neurotic maybe and currently fighting depression, but he is a loving son who takes care of his older, separated parents as best he can. With a mother in a nursing home and his ex-military father having trouble walking, the situation isn’t stress-free. Lewis has also had more than his share of bad relationships. The last one, and the breakup it ended with, was particularly stressful. It explains why Lewis is less than interested in trying again, despite the encouragement he gets from both his aging parents. But when Jerry turns out to have a great sense of humor, doesn’t give up no matter how gruff Lewis sounds, and isn’t easily insulted, Lewis begins to open up despite his intention not to give in.
Real life is more difficult to deal with for them than the texts were. Being witty and open turns out to be as tough as ever for Lewis, but there are certain advantages to meeting in person as well. It was interesting to see how the topics of conversation changed and how everything suddenly became more real for both men. But the humor was the same, only more direct; their banter is clearly a part of who they are as a couple. And the physical side? Very hot, and that’s an understatement.
If you like stories with a touch of humor, if meeting someone via text sounds like an interesting beginning to a relationship, and if you’re looking for a read that is as funny as it is sweet, then you will probably like this novella.
NOTE: This book was provided by Amber Allure for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
Lewis is a great guy, somewhat neurotic maybe and currently fighting depression, but he is a loving son who takes care of his older, separated parents as best he can. With a mother in a nursing home and his ex-military father having trouble walking, the situation isn’t stress-free. Lewis has also had more than his share of bad relationships. The last one, and the breakup it ended with, was particularly stressful. It explains why Lewis is less than interested in trying again, despite the encouragement he gets from both his aging parents. But when Jerry turns out to have a great sense of humor, doesn’t give up no matter how gruff Lewis sounds, and isn’t easily insulted, Lewis begins to open up despite his intention not to give in.
Real life is more difficult to deal with for them than the texts were. Being witty and open turns out to be as tough as ever for Lewis, but there are certain advantages to meeting in person as well. It was interesting to see how the topics of conversation changed and how everything suddenly became more real for both men. But the humor was the same, only more direct; their banter is clearly a part of who they are as a couple. And the physical side? Very hot, and that’s an understatement.
If you like stories with a touch of humor, if meeting someone via text sounds like an interesting beginning to a relationship, and if you’re looking for a read that is as funny as it is sweet, then you will probably like this novella.
NOTE: This book was provided by Amber Allure for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
March 14, 2016
Definitely a fun read!
January 29, 2016
A Joyfully Jay review.
4 stars
The first thing I noticed was the clever title, and the texting between Jerry and Lewis were my favorite parts of the book. The writing in the first half was quick, and funny, and got me invested in the story. Where things didn’t quite work for me was once the texting ended and the in-person aspect took over. The loss of the texts, which I truly loved, as the focus shifted to their face-to-face interaction changed the dynamic of the story significantly. I still enjoyed watching Lewis and Jerry get to know each other, but lamented the loss of Jerry’s spontaneous, silly questions and statements.
The build up of their relationship was addressed at a good pace, and the fact that Lewis initiated one of the dates added some much needed balance to the relationship. There was very little angst, and not much conflict, which for some, will be a turn-off, but for me, was perfect within the context of the story. If I am being totally honest, this is what has made Textual Attraction a new light, fluffy go-to read for those days when all I want is pure, sweet entertainment.
Read Jason’s review in its entirety here.
4 stars
The first thing I noticed was the clever title, and the texting between Jerry and Lewis were my favorite parts of the book. The writing in the first half was quick, and funny, and got me invested in the story. Where things didn’t quite work for me was once the texting ended and the in-person aspect took over. The loss of the texts, which I truly loved, as the focus shifted to their face-to-face interaction changed the dynamic of the story significantly. I still enjoyed watching Lewis and Jerry get to know each other, but lamented the loss of Jerry’s spontaneous, silly questions and statements.
The build up of their relationship was addressed at a good pace, and the fact that Lewis initiated one of the dates added some much needed balance to the relationship. There was very little angst, and not much conflict, which for some, will be a turn-off, but for me, was perfect within the context of the story. If I am being totally honest, this is what has made Textual Attraction a new light, fluffy go-to read for those days when all I want is pure, sweet entertainment.
Read Jason’s review in its entirety here.
December 8, 2017
~ 3,5* ~
It's light and fluffy, loved the banter and how cocky Jerry is. It's also funny. I mean, Jerry used to date Tom (Tom and Jerry, anyone?), and then Jerry met Lewis ( I remember Jerry Lewis in my very young age). Nothing heavy, no angst, there 's some stories about their exes though.
Enjoyable read, with a HFN. And that's quite enough.Maybe there's more Jerry and Lewis in the future, who knows?
It's light and fluffy, loved the banter and how cocky Jerry is. It's also funny. I mean, Jerry used to date Tom (Tom and Jerry, anyone?), and then Jerry met Lewis ( I remember Jerry Lewis in my very young age). Nothing heavy, no angst, there 's some stories about their exes though.
Enjoyable read, with a HFN. And that's quite enough.Maybe there's more Jerry and Lewis in the future, who knows?
March 16, 2020
Lovely and adorable little romance. Loved it !
Very well written.
Very well written.
July 27, 2025
This was a short and sweet read.
September 26, 2025
This was an interesting premise and I liked the characters. The texting was fun. It was a little slow at times, but then it had me chuckling at other parts.
January 22, 2016
Textual Attraction by K-lee Klein is an amazingly sweet story. When I say “sweet,” I am not talking of some sappy romance that leaves one smiling for a moment, but rather, this is a gorgeous love story that one puts on the shelf with every intention of reading again and again.
Lewis has been turned into someone he neither likes nor recognizes, by a boyfriend whose only aim was to remake Lewis into something he wanted–forget about what Lewis may need. That was secondary, if it was ever thought about to begin with. His parents are living apart, both old and under his care but unable, due to ravages of disease and creeping dementia, to really care for each other, or even, in the case of his mother, tolerate each other. Because Lewis has not one unkind bone in his body, he views caring for his parents as one more form of loving them. His ex did not.
Accidentally, Lewis receives a rather maudlin and drunken text for someone named Tom from a man named Jerry. After a few messages where Jerry is obviously upset and needing to return something to Tom, Lewis replies and a conversation of sorts commences. After much flirting, laughing and sharing, the two men meet and something magical happens. Jerry is as kind as his texts were, and for the first time, Lewis realizes how effectively he had cut himself off from the world by believing his ex’s lies. Now the question remains, will Lewis be brave enough to rediscover the man he used to be, the man he wants to be, and take a chance with Jerry?
Let me return to that opening sentence–this is a sweet story. Never rushed, carefully crafted and packed with characters who touch your heart and make a home there, Textual Attraction is stunning in it’s simplicity and staggering in the depth of its emotion and pathos. With each page, K-lee Klein builds Lewis and Jerry, fully fleshing out their foibles, their desires, and their dreams. These are two men who have seen a bit of life. Well into their thirties, they have loved before but never found fulfillment. Between Jerry’s silly humor and Lewis’s endearing self-doubt, you cannot help but root for these two to fall in love.
K-lee Klein is a talented storyteller who once again offers up a most comforting and satisfying tale of healing and love. I highly recommend Textual Attraction to you.
Reviewed by Sammy for The Novel Approach
http://www.thenovelapproachreviews.co...
Lewis has been turned into someone he neither likes nor recognizes, by a boyfriend whose only aim was to remake Lewis into something he wanted–forget about what Lewis may need. That was secondary, if it was ever thought about to begin with. His parents are living apart, both old and under his care but unable, due to ravages of disease and creeping dementia, to really care for each other, or even, in the case of his mother, tolerate each other. Because Lewis has not one unkind bone in his body, he views caring for his parents as one more form of loving them. His ex did not.
Accidentally, Lewis receives a rather maudlin and drunken text for someone named Tom from a man named Jerry. After a few messages where Jerry is obviously upset and needing to return something to Tom, Lewis replies and a conversation of sorts commences. After much flirting, laughing and sharing, the two men meet and something magical happens. Jerry is as kind as his texts were, and for the first time, Lewis realizes how effectively he had cut himself off from the world by believing his ex’s lies. Now the question remains, will Lewis be brave enough to rediscover the man he used to be, the man he wants to be, and take a chance with Jerry?
Let me return to that opening sentence–this is a sweet story. Never rushed, carefully crafted and packed with characters who touch your heart and make a home there, Textual Attraction is stunning in it’s simplicity and staggering in the depth of its emotion and pathos. With each page, K-lee Klein builds Lewis and Jerry, fully fleshing out their foibles, their desires, and their dreams. These are two men who have seen a bit of life. Well into their thirties, they have loved before but never found fulfillment. Between Jerry’s silly humor and Lewis’s endearing self-doubt, you cannot help but root for these two to fall in love.
K-lee Klein is a talented storyteller who once again offers up a most comforting and satisfying tale of healing and love. I highly recommend Textual Attraction to you.
Reviewed by Sammy for The Novel Approach
http://www.thenovelapproachreviews.co...
January 6, 2016
REVIEW @Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words
3.25 stars
I’m a fan of K-lee Klein, I’ve always found her writing endearing, emotional and romantic. Unbreak My Heart is my favorite among her works and I often come back to it. I read Textual Attraction and it was just what I needed, it is a light book, funny and quick, not very emotional (but I’m an emotional wreck and I was able to spill some tears cause it addresses a couple of things dear to me). What I appreciated the most was the author’s choice of not steering the story versus a more deep and maybe angsty themes as depression and diseases that are in the story in a large measure but not in a sad mode. The perfect way for a book like this one.
The beginning of a new possible relationship between Lewis and Jerry starts with bizarre voicemails left on Lewis phone by a man called Jerry who is looking for Tom (LOL) and it develops in a beautiful attraction among two lovely and sweet men, because the guy on the other end of the phone is funny and entertaining and maybe a little out of his mind.
I quite enjoyed the two MCs, well characterized and with important lives. I particularly liked to have seen them with their great parents, all of them positive and for once, finally, all of them supportive of their sons. A well written story, sweet but not too much.
The only “negative” note on Textual Attraction is that I think the author could have given us more, especially in the final part. I felt a little unsatisfied at the end because I wanted more pages to learn Lewis and Jerry better.
The cover designed by Trace Edward Zaber is simple and clean and that’s the reason why I like it.
3.25 stars
I’m a fan of K-lee Klein, I’ve always found her writing endearing, emotional and romantic. Unbreak My Heart is my favorite among her works and I often come back to it. I read Textual Attraction and it was just what I needed, it is a light book, funny and quick, not very emotional (but I’m an emotional wreck and I was able to spill some tears cause it addresses a couple of things dear to me). What I appreciated the most was the author’s choice of not steering the story versus a more deep and maybe angsty themes as depression and diseases that are in the story in a large measure but not in a sad mode. The perfect way for a book like this one.
The beginning of a new possible relationship between Lewis and Jerry starts with bizarre voicemails left on Lewis phone by a man called Jerry who is looking for Tom (LOL) and it develops in a beautiful attraction among two lovely and sweet men, because the guy on the other end of the phone is funny and entertaining and maybe a little out of his mind.
I quite enjoyed the two MCs, well characterized and with important lives. I particularly liked to have seen them with their great parents, all of them positive and for once, finally, all of them supportive of their sons. A well written story, sweet but not too much.
The only “negative” note on Textual Attraction is that I think the author could have given us more, especially in the final part. I felt a little unsatisfied at the end because I wanted more pages to learn Lewis and Jerry better.
The cover designed by Trace Edward Zaber is simple and clean and that’s the reason why I like it.
February 6, 2016
3.5 Heart Review by Dennis
Lewis just got out of a bad relationship without his self esteem in tack. He now second guesses himself and needs to remind himself what his ex said about him is not true, which of course is easier said than done. So going out and meeting new people isn’t that easy, until he gets a call on his phone from a wrong number and a slurring drunk male voicemail and then the following day from the same number a text message.
Jerry hasn’t had the best day at work or in his personal life. He just broke it off with a guy, ok so they weren’t going out long but it’s still rough. He tries calling the guy and dials a wrong number leaving a drunken voicemail then text. When he gets a reply from the text and it’s not who it was meant for he decides to have some fun and keep the textversation going. Will anything come out of it?
I really did enjoy this book. The banter between the two was funny and got even funnier when Lewis loosened up to Jerry. Lewis’ mother and father are great and show that they really love their son no matter what and that goes both ways with Lewis taking care of them. My only issue was some of the grammar that wasn’t caught in editing, but other than that I would say check it out and enjoy Jerry and Lewis get to know each other and enjoy Lewis come out of his shell.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
Lewis just got out of a bad relationship without his self esteem in tack. He now second guesses himself and needs to remind himself what his ex said about him is not true, which of course is easier said than done. So going out and meeting new people isn’t that easy, until he gets a call on his phone from a wrong number and a slurring drunk male voicemail and then the following day from the same number a text message.
Jerry hasn’t had the best day at work or in his personal life. He just broke it off with a guy, ok so they weren’t going out long but it’s still rough. He tries calling the guy and dials a wrong number leaving a drunken voicemail then text. When he gets a reply from the text and it’s not who it was meant for he decides to have some fun and keep the textversation going. Will anything come out of it?
I really did enjoy this book. The banter between the two was funny and got even funnier when Lewis loosened up to Jerry. Lewis’ mother and father are great and show that they really love their son no matter what and that goes both ways with Lewis taking care of them. My only issue was some of the grammar that wasn’t caught in editing, but other than that I would say check it out and enjoy Jerry and Lewis get to know each other and enjoy Lewis come out of his shell.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
January 7, 2016
I really like the interaction and sarcastic responds between Jerry and Lewis. Loved it and would re-read this book. I had one issue but it wasn't enough to change my rating.... All of a sudden it stops while they are on a date......I blinked and thought "IS THAT IT? COME ON PLEAAAASE?" I wish the writer would have put a little bit more to the ending.... That is it.....and I know who could be Jerry for the cover if the author ever did a new one....
Jerry could be this guy:
Love the book.... keep them coming!
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Jerry could be this guy:
Love the book.... keep them coming!
***THIS photo belongs to the awesomeness that is FuriousFotog. I take nooooooooooooooooo ownership.......but the model is a different subject! GRIN****
***Model is Caylan Hughes - Please go visit him on FACEBOOK***
March 7, 2016
3.4 Stars
Not bad. Lewis could be a little annoying and I'm over weak characters needing someone else to help them realize their own worth. I want to read about someone digging deep and finding it for themselves.
My favorite parts were definitely the text conversations. I wouldn't mind a follow up at all, especially if it's from Jerry's POV this time because I don't think I got a good hold of his character. I know who he's supposed to be, but it felt more like an idealized caricature of perfection.
Not bad. Lewis could be a little annoying and I'm over weak characters needing someone else to help them realize their own worth. I want to read about someone digging deep and finding it for themselves.
My favorite parts were definitely the text conversations. I wouldn't mind a follow up at all, especially if it's from Jerry's POV this time because I don't think I got a good hold of his character. I know who he's supposed to be, but it felt more like an idealized caricature of perfection.
January 11, 2016
Super cute :) I really liked this cute read
March 6, 2016
3 stars
Cute,sweet short story.
January 8, 2016
I was really enjoying this story, then it stopped!
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