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Me and You Two
Dean’s not into relationships and Pieter’s already in one. Phoenix doesn’t know what he wants, but he’s pretty sure it’s Dean. How’s this going to work, exactly?
Ever since dropping out of high-school, Dean Garner has played down to his estranged family’s expectations. Living a quiet, if decadent, life as a barman in one of his parents’ holiday parks, he romances whoever takes his fancy. The affairs are brief, frequent and empty. That suits Dean, who has had his heart broken once and doesn’t intend to let it happen again.
When Pieter Croft enters his life, Dean’s happy that he’s met someone who is equally casual when it comes to sex. But as they grow closer, Dean can’t deny he’d like to get to know the mysterious Pieter a little better.
Tracking down where Pieter lives is easy, but what Dean finds when he gets there is…complicated.
Pieter has a secret. A secret called Phoenix. While Phoenix is everything to Pieter, Dean can’t decide if he’s a blessing or a curse. The one thing he does know is that the two of them are inseparable. If he wants Pieter, he’s going to have to take on Phoenix too.
General Release Date: 1st January 2019
Ever since dropping out of high-school, Dean Garner has played down to his estranged family’s expectations. Living a quiet, if decadent, life as a barman in one of his parents’ holiday parks, he romances whoever takes his fancy. The affairs are brief, frequent and empty. That suits Dean, who has had his heart broken once and doesn’t intend to let it happen again.
When Pieter Croft enters his life, Dean’s happy that he’s met someone who is equally casual when it comes to sex. But as they grow closer, Dean can’t deny he’d like to get to know the mysterious Pieter a little better.
Tracking down where Pieter lives is easy, but what Dean finds when he gets there is…complicated.
Pieter has a secret. A secret called Phoenix. While Phoenix is everything to Pieter, Dean can’t decide if he’s a blessing or a curse. The one thing he does know is that the two of them are inseparable. If he wants Pieter, he’s going to have to take on Phoenix too.
General Release Date: 1st January 2019
- GenresM M M
246 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2019
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February 11, 2019
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4 stars
Me and You Two was an interesting experience. I love menage stories and I was intrigued by the blurb. The idea of a “secret” significant other was something I’ve not seen very much, so I decided to dive on in.
My first thought was how much I didn’t like Dean. His attitude was offensive to me. Reading about the way he treated his current hookup made my blood boil. Also, the cavalier attitude he had toward his desire to get Pieter in his bed was a little annoying. His arrogance irked me, and I was all set to just dismiss him and move on to Pieter and Phoenix.
I was fascinated by Pieter. If I hadn’t have read the blurb, my mind would have been blown. I couldn’t figure him out. He didn’t seem enthusiastic about his dalliance with Dean. There was no ardor…no passion, and I would have wondered why he was even having sex with him at all. When the reason was revealed, I wouldn’t say I was shocked, but if there would have been a lightbulb above my head, it would have lit up the night sky. Pieter was in an unusual situation and I began to understand and feel for him.
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4 stars
Me and You Two was an interesting experience. I love menage stories and I was intrigued by the blurb. The idea of a “secret” significant other was something I’ve not seen very much, so I decided to dive on in.
My first thought was how much I didn’t like Dean. His attitude was offensive to me. Reading about the way he treated his current hookup made my blood boil. Also, the cavalier attitude he had toward his desire to get Pieter in his bed was a little annoying. His arrogance irked me, and I was all set to just dismiss him and move on to Pieter and Phoenix.
I was fascinated by Pieter. If I hadn’t have read the blurb, my mind would have been blown. I couldn’t figure him out. He didn’t seem enthusiastic about his dalliance with Dean. There was no ardor…no passion, and I would have wondered why he was even having sex with him at all. When the reason was revealed, I wouldn’t say I was shocked, but if there would have been a lightbulb above my head, it would have lit up the night sky. Pieter was in an unusual situation and I began to understand and feel for him.
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October 30, 2019
Frankly, on reading the initial pages of what turned out to be a delightful novel, I almost quit in disgust for the protagonist Dean, who gives the first impression of an irredeemable skank. Fortunately, something made me push on—and the story progressively charmed me.
How in the heck does it happen that Dean (age 23), a hit-it-and-quit-it bisexual rake, gets himself entangled with a pair of married-to-each-other male teenagers, Pieter and Phoenix, both real pieces of work (i.e., difficult-eccentric-complicated), one of whom is challenged by a chronic (non-fatal) illness, and both of whom have been clumsily seeking a solution for the awkwardness of their sexual relations? It's an interesting tale indeed. Hot, hilarious and quite quirky.
A quote from Dean: “The two of them confused the hell out of me, but that was part of the attraction. When would I ever have time to get bored?"
How in the heck does it happen that Dean (age 23), a hit-it-and-quit-it bisexual rake, gets himself entangled with a pair of married-to-each-other male teenagers, Pieter and Phoenix, both real pieces of work (i.e., difficult-eccentric-complicated), one of whom is challenged by a chronic (non-fatal) illness, and both of whom have been clumsily seeking a solution for the awkwardness of their sexual relations? It's an interesting tale indeed. Hot, hilarious and quite quirky.
A quote from Dean: “The two of them confused the hell out of me, but that was part of the attraction. When would I ever have time to get bored?"
January 19, 2021
3.5 stars
This was so different. The author says she likes to explore her characters' flaws, and I would go so far as to say she leans into them. Hard. I'm glad I got it for free or the low ratings might have scared me off.
Dean never bothered me -- in fact, I loved his dry, dry sense of humor -- but I didn't always like the other two, especially Phoenix. But what made this so different is that whenever Phoenix crossed a line, just as I would be writing him off in my head, Dean would say, think or do something that made you realize/remember those were the very things Dean *liked* about Phoenix. And Pieter, too. Dean finds romantic relationship a little boring. Too predictable. And these two are anything but. And there lies the attraction. It makes for an unusual romance novel, but I enjoyed it.
I really wanted a more emotionally satisfying ending, though. We only got Dean's POV, and the other two are seriously hard to figure out. They are WEIRD!!! I could never really figure out what was going on in their heads, especially Phoenix, but I wouldn't say the ending was unsatisfying. I just wanted a little more.
If any of this appeals to you, I would definitely recommend it. It was an interesting experiment :)
This was so different. The author says she likes to explore her characters' flaws, and I would go so far as to say she leans into them. Hard. I'm glad I got it for free or the low ratings might have scared me off.
Dean never bothered me -- in fact, I loved his dry, dry sense of humor -- but I didn't always like the other two, especially Phoenix. But what made this so different is that whenever Phoenix crossed a line, just as I would be writing him off in my head, Dean would say, think or do something that made you realize/remember those were the very things Dean *liked* about Phoenix. And Pieter, too. Dean finds romantic relationship a little boring. Too predictable. And these two are anything but. And there lies the attraction. It makes for an unusual romance novel, but I enjoyed it.
I really wanted a more emotionally satisfying ending, though. We only got Dean's POV, and the other two are seriously hard to figure out. They are WEIRD!!! I could never really figure out what was going on in their heads, especially Phoenix, but I wouldn't say the ending was unsatisfying. I just wanted a little more.
If any of this appeals to you, I would definitely recommend it. It was an interesting experiment :)
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January 6, 2019This didn't work for me so I'm not rating it since I didn't really finish it. I skipped around a bit and I found Phoenix to be a manipulative little shit who got away with it because he was sick. It seemed like such an unhealthy relationship all around and for two 19 year old young gay men, they didn't even know what a twink was? Or Phoenix didn't. I don't know. Phoenix came across as super young and naive. Anyway, it just didn't work for me at all, but hey, others might not find it as off-putting as I did.
February 12, 2019
Twenty-two year old Dean Garner gets his rocks off at the trailer park his father owns. He comes off as promiscuous, or more of an opportunist, getting his rocks off when possible with both sexes. He's not looking for a relationship.
Pieter Croft is a nineteen year old who is part of the cleaning crew for the trailer park. His one time with Dean doesn't stay one time and he finds himself at Dean's beck and call.
Phoenix Winterson (keeping his full name out to prevent major a spoiler), is Pieter's roomie and best friend or so he tells Dean when he comes looking for Pieter. But the truth is more than that.
There's reason behind the madness and the three will have to work it out to make it work or let everything fall to pieces.
I won't go into details of how Pieter and Dean come together or why Pieter does the things he does with Dean or what role Phoenix has. I will say that the story was different than I perceived it would be. I would normally shy away from stories with cheating and/or menages since I'm not a fan of either but the blurb piqued my curiosity.
Phoenix is asexual, Dean is bi and Pieter is gay. It's not everyday we see a mix of orientations in one book and this one was a nice surprise because of it. Their relationship was complex and can be complicated but at the same time it came off as easy and uncomplicated. All three are interesting characters with different temperaments, feelings and beliefs on their own.
At times, I felt like Nix acted very robotic and too analytical and practical. He just felt like the odd man out in the relationship dynamic between the three though I did like his innocent curiosity and willingness to go out there and make sure Pieter got what he needed. It didn't come across as if he was getting as much out of the relationship as Dean or Pieter and I'm not sure why they didn't just leave him. I think this could have been offset if there had been more affection or attention between them all.
There were major communication issues between all characters and it's not exactly resolved in the end. Readers never see them all have a sit down and talk through stuff together. It is mentioned that Dean and Nix are better acquainted though, something Pieter is shocked about.
Kudos to the author on touching on the disease, CFS/ME (also can be known as SEID) and writing in a physically challenged character.
A free copy was provided to me in exchange for an honest review.
Pieter Croft is a nineteen year old who is part of the cleaning crew for the trailer park. His one time with Dean doesn't stay one time and he finds himself at Dean's beck and call.
Phoenix Winterson (keeping his full name out to prevent major a spoiler), is Pieter's roomie and best friend or so he tells Dean when he comes looking for Pieter. But the truth is more than that.
There's reason behind the madness and the three will have to work it out to make it work or let everything fall to pieces.
I won't go into details of how Pieter and Dean come together or why Pieter does the things he does with Dean or what role Phoenix has. I will say that the story was different than I perceived it would be. I would normally shy away from stories with cheating and/or menages since I'm not a fan of either but the blurb piqued my curiosity.
Phoenix is asexual, Dean is bi and Pieter is gay. It's not everyday we see a mix of orientations in one book and this one was a nice surprise because of it. Their relationship was complex and can be complicated but at the same time it came off as easy and uncomplicated. All three are interesting characters with different temperaments, feelings and beliefs on their own.
At times, I felt like Nix acted very robotic and too analytical and practical. He just felt like the odd man out in the relationship dynamic between the three though I did like his innocent curiosity and willingness to go out there and make sure Pieter got what he needed. It didn't come across as if he was getting as much out of the relationship as Dean or Pieter and I'm not sure why they didn't just leave him. I think this could have been offset if there had been more affection or attention between them all.
There were major communication issues between all characters and it's not exactly resolved in the end. Readers never see them all have a sit down and talk through stuff together. It is mentioned that Dean and Nix are better acquainted though, something Pieter is shocked about.
Kudos to the author on touching on the disease, CFS/ME (also can be known as SEID) and writing in a physically challenged character.
A free copy was provided to me in exchange for an honest review.
June 16, 2024
4 stars
I’ve tried some polygamous MM before, but they were either about one boy/two daddies (which requires the right mood) or written in multiple POVs (which I absolutely can’t handle), so I never managed to stick around longer than the first few pages… until THIS!
This book by Ash Penn is the polygamous erotica/romance of my dreams! The story unfolds as Dean hooks up with Pieter, the new cleaning staff at his workplace, develops some unrequited feelings, and then inadvertently stumbles upon Pieter and Phoenix’s seemingly very much "playing house" marriage. Piet and Nix are in love with each other, but Piet has to find sex elsewhere since Nix is asexual. Although Nix finds Dean attractive and sort of coerces him into joining their odd arrangement, he can't help feeling jealous upon seeing them having fun without him.
So... it features some of my favourite things:
◉ Single first-person POV
◉ An asshole protagonist
◉ One dominant guy/two peculiar twinks
◉ Odd yet plausible relationship dynamics
◉ Some dry-wit humour
◉ British setting
Granted, it’s rough around the edges in places, both plot-wise and character-wise, kind of outdated in its treatment of female characters, and has some cheap melodrama, but its flaws are outweighed by its charms. I tend to be lenient with Ms. Penn’s work. *shrug*
On a side note, I’d say Ms. Penn is one of the rare authors in the MM genre who can actually write flawed characters in first-person POV. Her protagonists are arrogant, rude, and selfish, never likable in the conventional sense, but they always meet someone who is perfect for their imperfections. Stray is my favourite of hers. Highly recommended!
I’ve tried some polygamous MM before, but they were either about one boy/two daddies (which requires the right mood) or written in multiple POVs (which I absolutely can’t handle), so I never managed to stick around longer than the first few pages… until THIS!
This book by Ash Penn is the polygamous erotica/romance of my dreams! The story unfolds as Dean hooks up with Pieter, the new cleaning staff at his workplace, develops some unrequited feelings, and then inadvertently stumbles upon Pieter and Phoenix’s seemingly very much "playing house" marriage. Piet and Nix are in love with each other, but Piet has to find sex elsewhere since Nix is asexual. Although Nix finds Dean attractive and sort of coerces him into joining their odd arrangement, he can't help feeling jealous upon seeing them having fun without him.
So... it features some of my favourite things:
◉ Single first-person POV
◉ An asshole protagonist
◉ One dominant guy/two peculiar twinks
◉ Odd yet plausible relationship dynamics
◉ Some dry-wit humour
◉ British setting
Granted, it’s rough around the edges in places, both plot-wise and character-wise, kind of outdated in its treatment of female characters, and has some cheap melodrama, but its flaws are outweighed by its charms. I tend to be lenient with Ms. Penn’s work. *shrug*
On a side note, I’d say Ms. Penn is one of the rare authors in the MM genre who can actually write flawed characters in first-person POV. Her protagonists are arrogant, rude, and selfish, never likable in the conventional sense, but they always meet someone who is perfect for their imperfections. Stray is my favourite of hers. Highly recommended!
April 19, 2023
3 stars.
I'm not really sure how I feel about this. The protagonist, the only POV we saw, was kind of an asshole. He came out of it a little bit, but what happened to him wasn't enough for me to feel any sympathy for him.
I'm not really sure how I feel about this. The protagonist, the only POV we saw, was kind of an asshole. He came out of it a little bit, but what happened to him wasn't enough for me to feel any sympathy for him.
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