Friends First
by Angela Lam
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Pub Date Jun 10 2020 | Archive Date Jun 15 2020
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Description
Maddy Strong doesn't like to be alone but a weight loss boot camp is not her idea of a good time. Working out and counting calories is a test she's bound to fail—especially when paired with fitness-focused Greg as a workout partner.
Health-conscious Greg Power is desperate to end his night terrors. While he doubts his therapist's prescription of exhausting his body and reprogramming his mind he is willing to try anything.
During their workouts they uncover a deep connection. But when their friendship blossoms into love, they discover possibilities neither have ever considered. Faced with the biggest decision of their lives, who will they choose?
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781509230815 |
| PRICE | $4.99 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Reviewer 347544
“Friends First”, by Angela Lam (Wild Rose Press), features a 52-year-old wounded hero affected by PTSD and night terrors, and a heroine with self-esteem issues.
In the beginning, I liked the older wounded hero with real mental issues affecting his daily routines, but afterwards I felt that things were thrown into the plot just to see whether they would fit. His frequent breakdowns and tears seemed unbelievable, exaggerated and sometimes pathetic, and the dialogue felt often farfetched. Some things were absurd.
Greg is full of contradictions, but I wasn’t moved by his internal turmoil. The sleeping around and delaying the marriage aren’t developed enough to make sense, and the psychological reasons for it are thin.
Greg’s physical issues seemed well handled.
Maddy is a relatable character, her struggles believable. The way her boyfriend and her siblings treat her is disgusting.
I was curious to see how the story would end but didn’t feel convinced by the resolution. As a story with a lot of characters who act like jerks (even the hero), people who you wouldn’t want to be friends with in real life, where unkindness is often the rule, it was an entertaining read, even if in a twisted sort of way.
Sandie V, Reviewer
This was a very fast read and a very relevant and fun story. We all have skeletons in our closets, but when you have been in the military and you have seen so much more then the rest of us you generally develop PTSD which can be devastating and debilitating. Greg's story line is not new and you have read and heard about it in the news over and over again.
This story will showcase two main characters that come together as friends and develop into a long lasting relationship. It showcases that Yes, Men and Women can develop a friendship and remain friends.
One of the other main characters, Maddy is overweight like so many in the world today. In her case, it's a sticking point in her relationship and causes a lot of stress and anxiety.
Maddy and Greg meet in a bootcamp type of program and from there the story really unfolds.
I liked the way that the author told this story and had a great time previewing this book. Enjoy!
