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The Jock and the Bookworm

   (9 reviews)
Genres: General Fiction
Sub-genres: Coming of Age

An athletic high-school senior and a studious freshman form an unusual friendship.

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Story Recommendations (14 members)

  • Action Packed 2
  • Addictive/Pacing 7
  • Characters 13
  • Chills 2
  • Cliffhanger 0
  • Compelling 8
  • Feel-Good 14
  • Humor 4
  • Smoldering 5
  • Tearjerker 0
  • Unique 7
  • World Building 5

  • Like 7
  • Love 9
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ReaderPaul

   6 of 6 members found this review helpful 6 / 6 members

I thought I had already reviewed this fine story.  The friendship of Matt and Cody starts early, and grows in a gradual and reasonable way.  The relationship progresses and ends up well.

The story is a quick read, but excellent.  

Response from the author:

Thanks for your review, Paul.  I appreciate your support.

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chris191070

   7 of 7 members found this review helpful 7 / 7 members

We follow a Jock and a bookworm, as they form an unusual friendship.

You really need to read this short story to discover more. It will leave you with a smile and a warm happy feeling.

Response from the author:

Thanks for your review and your ongoing encouragement, Chris.

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gdaniel

   6 of 6 members found this review helpful 6 / 6 members

This story was written years ago, so I don't know if anyone will see my review, but I truly enjoyed it. Short, but oh, so sweet. The author took time to develop a love-based relationship and didn't find the need for graphic sex. I think just about all of us like the sex parts, but the love is what's really important.

Response from the author:

Thanks very much for your review.  I appreciated your comments about a love-based relationship, as it's a direction in which I'm trying to move.

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SnowBear

   9 of 9 members found this review helpful 9 / 9 members

A very cute little story that warms the heart and makes you think of your childhood however long ago that might have been. 

My only complaint is that it's over, I could easily read many chapters staring Cody and Matt 

Response from the author:

Thank you, SnowBear.  I'm glad the story encouraged you to reminisce.

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Gary L

   9 of 9 members found this review helpful 9 / 9 members

Not sure how I came across this little gem, but I’m glad I did.  Read it, think of one’s youth, smile and click to authors story page and get reading, they are really good 😊 

Response from the author:

Thanks very much for your review, Gary.  I appreciate your support.

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PBax

   10 of 10 members found this review helpful 10 / 10 members

This is not what I was looking for today, but put a jock in front of me and there is a good chance I'll take a second look. 😀 You hooked me with the opening. Then I was all emotionally invested after the wonderful solo I envisioned with the rain on the window. I was straight to chapter two. Summers and tailgates make me happy and I enjoyed how you put the scenes together. I'm glad I took a look. I enjoyed the story and thanks for sharing. 

Response from the author:

Thanks very much for your observations, PBax.  I'm glad you found the story interesting.

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drsawzall

   11 of 11 members found this review helpful 11 / 11 members

Once again Backwoods Boy gives us a wonderful short story and so very well worth the time to read!!

This will grab you right from the beginning and leave you with a warm, happy smile!!

Response from the author:

Thanks very much for your kind comments.

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raven1

   9 of 9 members found this review helpful 9 / 9 members

A very pastoral story that tells of two young men from when they first meet to finally realizing what they mean to each other.  It is another fine story displaying @Backwoods Boy's ability to create a story that captures the reader's heart.  

Response from the author:

Thank you for your kind words and continued support, Terry.

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Mancunian

   11 of 11 members found this review helpful 11 / 11 members

Although short and sweet it shows a natural development of emotional attraction. My only criticism is that it's too short, unless there is a follow-up planned. Well worth a read as it warms you from the inside.

Response from the author:

Thanks for your review, Mancunian.  I appreciate your support.

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