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Summary: I Approve
Review: I have read all of EJD's books and have regarded the lot of them, with the exception of Milk in My Coffee, as light entertainment. His stories are always amusing; his writing is sufficient to the task, but not exceptional. This book, a tale of three grown up preacher's children in a lesbian/straight love triangle, strives for something greater and achieves it. There is artistry here and passion for the subject matter and affection for each of the principle characters. The book is sensuous and lusty. In short, it is hot without being a "dirty" book. Now I am a fan. I am re-reading his earlier books to see if I misjudged him, and I am on my out the door to buy his latest, Thieves Paradise.
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Summary: Taking Chances
Review: Between Lovers is a story that one either loves or hates; definitely no gray areas with Dickey's last novel. In Between Lovers, Dickey introduces us to three individuals intertwined in a troublesome threesome. No Name wants Nicole. Ayanna wants Nicole. And Nicole wants BOTH of them. Between Lovers is told primarily from the standpoint of the male narrator, who the reader quickly realizes has no name, so we simply refer to him as "narrator, no name, or him." His presence and personality is so strong and felt so immensely throughout the book that quite honestly he needs No Name because without him there wouldn't be a story. Between Lovers greatest strength is its character development of primary as well as secondary characters. These are characters that you feel and as such you laugh with them, cry with them, shout at them, scream at them, talk about them and just plain want to slap them sometimes...okay maybe a lot of times. Between Lovers might easily be Dickey's most complex and ambitious storyline to date. When I initially read the first few chapters I wasn't drawn into the story. In fact, I set the book aside, for a couple of weeks, before I picked it up again. I'm glad I gave it a second chance. The more engrossed I became with the storyline the more compelling and alive the story became for me. The tension and competitiveness of the storyline was so realistic and believable that I felt as thought I was right there living in the midst of the characters. Between Lovers probably isn't for everyone. But for those who like a refreshing reading or a change of pace from Eric Jerome Dickey then this is a book to add to your reading list. Reviewed by Yasmin
APOOO BookClub
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Summary: One of His Best!
Review: I must commend Eric Jerome Dickey on writing such a challenging novel. His command of the English language is remarkable in this novel. As one reviewer has stated, he paints a picture with his words. For me, this was one of Eric Jerome Dickey's finest novels. I have had the book for over a year and recently finished it. I think I procrastinated starting the novel because I was a bit disappointed with Liar's Game, but I was pleasantly surprised with Between Lovers. He took a very sensitive, taboo and every man's fantasy subject and made it real. He gave us an honest portrayal of three people caught in a love triangle. He explored how love can be different for each person involved. He showed us love is love no matter the sex. He brought to life the controversy and stigmas and judgments involved in homosexual relationships and in behavior that is considered taboo or freaky. Eric Jerome Dickey wove a tapestry of love and its complications. I also love the style he used with this particular book, because we know the narrator but we don't know his name and that adds to the mystic and beauty of the novel. To Eric Jerome Dickey, a job well done. Beautiful book and story!
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Summary: The True Message and Worthiness of "Between Lovers"
Review: After reading "Between Lovers," by Eric Jerome Dickey, I came to the conclusion that it is one of the most entertaining, daring and intensifying novels that I have ever read. Although the novel is fictional and depicted obvious fantasy in several scenes, Dickey was still able to expose his audience to a part of life's reality through the relationship between the characters who were directly affected and involved in a triangle of love. While using this approach, Dickey forced the reader to visualize within his or her own encircled world and identify with real people that may be in the same type of situation as the character, Nicole. In the past, more so than now, people would frown and look down upon lesbian relationships and the idea of three people being involved in an intimate and sexual relationship. Dickey portrayed flexibility, an open-mind, and judgmental qualities when he skillfully and cleverly addressed the controversial issue of two women being in love, or a woman synergistically being in love with a man and another woman. He also correlates it with an opinionated view from a religious aspect, causing judgement to be cast upon another, giving the reader something more to think about and ultimately leading them to a profound and internal psychological decision. So in reality, the plots presented in "Between Lovers," also served as a euphemism that the author used to take an indirect stance on the acceptance of homosexual relationships from a moral and personal point view. Radiating surreptitiously and in a subdued way, the author brought his creativity to a new level by being able to reach his readership through his ability to hold their attention and keep them entertained through the anticipation of what would or would not happen next.
Adjoined with real issues and the exercising of his ability to be comprehensive and expressive at the same time, the author conceived an excellent creation when introduced and gifted "Between Lovers," to his readership.
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Summary: I commend you for accepting the challenge.
Review: You are an awesome writer, Eric, and I am your biggest fan. I found this particular book, like the rest, to be well-written. EJD has a talent for crafting words into artistic paintings. I admit, the subject matter was difficult for me to grasp, but in the end I appreciated it because of its authenticity. Somewhere, this is someone's story, and I think that you did an excellent job in sharing another couple's agony. This stuff happens everyday, and EJD is to be commended for accepting the challenge of writing about it. I know he has been criticized highly for it. I am a real fan EJD. I support it all.
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Summary: Between Lovers
Review: This book is excellent. It's has just enough drama and sex in it that makes it interesting, but not too sleazy. I recommend.
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Summary: ... REVIEWS
Review: Between Lovers is the newest novel by the author of the popular bestsellers: Milk in My Coffee and Cheaters. Dickey's novel tells the tale of a successful romance novelist who in the midst of a book signing tour travels to Oakland, CA to spend time with his beautiful, long time love interest Nicole. Narrated by the love struck writer, Between Lovers details Nicole's inner struggle between a man who's feelings for her have withstood many hardships surrounding their relationship and Ayanna, an attractive, successful attorney that has captured Nicole's heart through her sensual nature. The writer, aware of his part in this competition deals with his pain through his writing thus making his novels anonymous autobiographies of his life. Author Eric Dickey has a true talent for vividly recreating intimate scenes between his characters. Whether the illustration is anger, sadness or a sexual nature Dickey can provide a realistic enough account to where the reader feels like they are in the room during the interaction. It is unfortunate however that I felt no attachment to any of these characters because by jumping right into the love episodes, the author failed to develop the players in the story. Dickey did make a valiant effort to get readers more intimately involved in a character life by stirring up major drama in Nicole's life in the latter part of the book but by this time I did not care enough about her to need to see the conflict resolved. Without a whole lot of direction, the storyline seemed to drag on without a plausible end in sight. I have great respect for Eric Jerome Dickey as a writer and I have enjoyed many of his previous novels but I felt that Between Lovers did not have the strength behind it's story to keep me enthusiastically turning those pages.
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Summary: A Journey into the Unknown
Review: Eric Jerome Dickey's novel, "Between Lovers," was an eye-opener. It tells the story of a man, who is never named, who is desperate to regain the love of his ex-fiance. This part isn't too disturbing until the reader finds that the narrator's old flame is in the arms of another woman. The roller coaster ride begins here as a man and a woman go into an unrestrained battle to win over the woman of their dreams. I have to say that I find the novel to be interesting because it goes into a world that I know nothing about and it explores the taboo subjects of homosexuality and bisexuality that most modern critics are still too scared to touch. Even though the main plot of the story is controversial, the fact that this novel is a love story cannot be disregarded. It may not be the kind of love that most readers are used to seeing in fiction or everyday life for that matter but the elements are there. And really, what kind of a person hates a love story? For the most part, though, I do recommend this book to readers who are mature, not only in age but also in life, and to those who are willing to be shocked. I would also recommend that readers set some "me-time" aside because once you pick up the novel, you will not want to put it down.
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Summary: Kept me reading
Review: I am a first time reader of EJD, he was a highly suggested novelist from all my peers. And as a first time reader I was not disappointed. He used vivid words that left the reader speechless. Even though the novel had sexual passages it not all about sex. The 3-way love scenerio was a real attention grabber. And would have no problem reading another one of his novels.
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Summary: Outstanding...
Review: I love this novel!!! This novel puts into words what a person may feel when "the love of his/her life" is gone. Please look past the sexual passages because this novel is not about sex. This novel shows what a person will do in the name of love, what people don't really see in a "gay" relationship (I don't know how to describe the relationship between Nicole and Ayanna). Although I couldn't go to the depths the narrator reached for his ladylove, I can relate to how conflicted and confused he felt. I thought I was a glutton for punishment when it came to love, but the narrator definitely has me beat (smile!) Beware of wanting your mate to fulfill every fantasy you have - having those fantasies fulfilled (a temporary thing) can create more problems than they are worth. I can't wait for Mr. Dickey's next novel!
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