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Pretty in Pink (Housemates Book 6) Kindle Edition

by Jay Northcote (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 491 ratings
Ryan isn’t looking for a relationship with a guy—and Johnny isn’t looking for a relationship at all.

Ryan’s always been attracted to tall, leggy blondes—normally of the female variety. When Johnny catches his eye at a party, Ryan’s interest is piqued even though he’s never been with a guy before. The attraction is mutual, and the amazing night that follows opens Ryan’s eyes to his bisexuality.

Experience has taught Johnny that love hurts. Staying single is safer, and there’s no need for complicated relationships when hooking up is easy. When he moves in next door to Ryan, they’re both interested in picking up where they left off, and it seems like an ideal arrangement: convenient, mutually satisfying, and with no strings attached.

Despite their best intentions to keep things casual, they develop an emotional connection alongside the physical one. Both begin to want more from the relationship but are afraid to admit it. If they’re going to work things out, they need to start being honest—first with themselves, and then with each other.

Although this book is part of the Housemates series, it has new main characters, a satisfying happy ending, and can be read as a standalone.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B079TS27XS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Jaybird Press
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 21, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 230 pages
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  • Book 6 of 6 ‏ : ‎ Housemates
  • Customer Reviews:
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Jay lives just outside Bristol in the West of England. He comes from a family of writers, but always used to believe that the gene for fiction writing had passed him by. He spent years only ever writing emails, articles, or website content.

One day, Jay decided to try and write a short story—just to see if he could—and found it rather addictive. He hasn't stopped writing since.

Jay writes contemporary romance about men who fall in love with other men. Jay has five books published by Dreamspinner Press, and he also self-publishes under the imprint Jaybird Press.

Jay is transgender and was formerly known as she/her.

Web: www.jaynorthcote.com

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Customers enjoy this book as part of the Housemates series, with one describing it as a lovely read in this flatmate universe. The storyline receives positive feedback, with one customer particularly appreciating the warm epilogue. Customers like the steamy scenes, with one specifically mentioning the bedroom scenes.

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Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, particularly appreciating the great couple dynamics in the Housemates Series.

"...I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I can relate to Johnny, because it's easier to pretend that randoms are better than attempting a relationship...." Read more

"...A solid enjoyable New Adult romance none the less." Read more

"...These books are just so easy to read and get invested in and with great MCs, steamy bedroom scenes and relationships you're rooting for makes them..." Read more

"...An awesome book for learning how to use your words." Read more

4 customers mention "Storyline"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, with one mentioning the lovely epilogue that left them feeling warm.

"...Not super romantic or sappy, but they fit each other. Lovely epilogue with someone finally meeting some parents. Glad that played out well...." Read more

"...angst, a heap of miscommunication but overall a very easy read and a HFN ending." Read more

"...Sexy and hot, both heart-breaking and heart warming. The epilogue just left me all warm and fuzzy inside...." Read more

"Very sexy. Loved the whole story. I wish there was another book, but I'll just have to see what else he has" Read more

3 customers mention "Steamy scenes"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy scenes in the book.

"...Glad that played out well. Good series, and some hot scenes are always a plus." Read more

"...just so easy to read and get invested in and with great MCs, steamy bedroom scenes and relationships you're rooting for makes them page turners...." Read more

"Another lovely read in this flatmate universe. Sexy and hot, both heart-breaking and heart warming...." Read more

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  • AngelaR
    5.0 out of 5 stars Oh, feelings can be so hard to sort.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2019
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    I read some reviews that had me a bit hesitant going in, because I have liked every book in this series so far. I know not everyone likes the same, but I like to keep an open mind. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I can relate to Johnny, because it's easier to pretend that randoms are better than attempting a relationship. Because heartbreak freaking sucks man. Also, I can understand Ryan's hesitation in revealing his sexuality to everyone, especially when you are just discovering it yourself. You need to sort your own feelings before worrying about the reactions of others. I thought Johnny and Ryan were a great couple. Not super romantic or sappy, but they fit each other. Lovely epilogue with someone finally meeting some parents. Glad that played out well. Good series, and some hot scenes are always a plus.
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  • Christian
    4.0 out of 5 stars What a wonderful book and series
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2020
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    The story of Johnny and Ryan had me going from the beginning. All I can say, go with the flow, experiment but more importantly keep those lines of communication open! Ah to be in Uni again.

    Definitely one of Jay Northcote better series!
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  • Cat of Cat's Books: Romance Blog and Themepark
    3.0 out of 5 stars Solid addition to the series.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2018
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    I  like this series so much I pre ordered this book even though I knew it would be up on Kindle Unlimited.

    Sadly, it wasn't my favorite in the series by a bit. While I liked Johnny's character a great deal, Ryan needs to grow more for me. 

    The romance is very insular and more about each hero's backstory and other relationships (though Johnny does have a great bestie) would have made this a richer read.

    A solid enjoyable New Adult romance none the less.
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  • AnnElm
    5.0 out of 5 stars More roommates please!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2018
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    I just love the Housemates series and this author!
    These books are just so easy to read and get invested in and with great MCs, steamy bedroom scenes and relationships you're rooting for makes them page turners.

    In this book we get to meet Johnny who's Sids (from the previous book) former roommate and friend.
    He's blonde, pretty and androgynous enough to make straight guys notice. He's also been hurt in a previous relationship and has only done hook ups since then to avoid feelings.

    Ryan lives in the house next door and from the first time he sees Johnny, and is attracted to him despite him being a guy, he can't seem to stay away from him.
    When they start hooking up they both agrees that it's just a fling and that they are not exclusive, but neither of them expected the feelings that sneaks up on them.

    Awesome book and a great couple!
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  • Adam Rose
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful book about love
    Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2023
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    And about how much touch and tenderness is everything. Both characters are walled in. One by the past, another by worries about the future. When their casual sex brings up deep needs, they have to learn to open up their hearts and actually talk about what they want.

    An awesome book for learning how to use your words.
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  • Manda
    4.0 out of 5 stars I quite enjoyed it!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2018
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    One of my favorites in the housemate series, real and messy and frustrating in a good way. Made me want to revisit the other couples’ stories too.
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  • Kindle Customer Diane
    5.0 out of 5 stars He is Pretty
    Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2019
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    New relationships are always going to have awkward moments. Sometimes conversations don't happen or even when they do there can be misunderstandings. This book was perfect. Both men afraid to admit what they waned. Great friends and family add dimensions to the plot.
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  • Anahys Ceballos
    3.0 out of 5 stars A whole lotta sex
    Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2021
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    I usually enjoy Jay Northcote's writing style. However, I didn't remember how much sex could be crammed into a "love story" of sorts.

    I think Pretty in Pink was interesting (if you like to read about hot men having hot sex) but that's it. The so called connection could've only come through touch, because not even once did the MCs have a meaningful conversation, or a conversation at all. It was just regular booty calls, and then, I think I like this person. There comes a misunderstanding and after a few days of suffering, the MCs solve it and go back to "being together". The End.
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  • AZK
    5.0 out of 5 stars Toller Abschluss einer tollen Reihe...
    Reviewed in Germany on September 19, 2019
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    Pretty in Pink – Jay Northcote
    Housemates-Reihe Teil 6
    Mit Teil 6 bin ich am Ende der Housemates-Reihe angekommen, die mit einer tollen Geschichte ihren Abschluss krönt.
    Erzählt wird die Geschichte von Ryan und Johnny, die bereits am Ende von Band 5 ihren Anfang nimmt.
    Ryan kennt der aufmerksame Housemates-Leser bereits von einigen Erwähnung aus den vorherigen Bänden und Johnny kennen wir als Sids Freund und Kumpel aus, bereits oben erwähntem Band 5.
    Bereits da hat mich Johnny neugierig auf seine Story gemacht. Dass er sich dafür nun ausgerechnet Ryan aussucht, war eine gelungene Überraschung.
    Übers lesen sind mir die beiden richtig ans Herz gewachsen.
    Mir hat es total gut gefallen, dass Ryan sich nicht in seiner Selbstfindung verliert, sondern zu seinen Gefühlen steht, auch wenn er sich fragt, wieso es sein kann, dass er plötzlich immer mehr für Johnny empfindet. Ryan wird als bisexuell beschrieben – oder besser gesagt, dass ist die Erkenntnis zu der er selbst kommt – für mich grenzt es jedoch sehr stark an Pansexualität. Tatsächlich könnte ich mir niemanden vorstellen, der besser zu Ryan passt als Johnny und umgekehrt.
    Und wie immer bei Jay Northcote finden die wirklichen Dramen in den Köpfen und Herzen seiner Protagonisten ab. Und erst wenn Kopf und Herz eine Symbiose eingehen, bekommt alles einen Sinn.
    Pretty in Pink ist neben Helfende Hand- Band 1 – mein Lieblingsbuch der Serie. Wenn möglich würde ich mehr wie fünf Sterne vergeben. Das Buch bekommt von mir eine absolute Leseempfehlung und 5+++++++ Sterne.
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  • Maz
    5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant addition to the Housemates series!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 8, 2018
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    I'm hit and miss with the Housemates series, but when they are hits they are HITS. And this one certainly fell into that bracket for me.

    I'm not normally a fan of feminine guys but I gave this book a chance as I like the series and I'm really glad I did. Johnny isn't overly feminine at all. Yes he may wear eyeliner and tight clothes (and maybe some lacy underwear!) but he was a strong character and didn't hit the usual 'pathetic' notes that other feminine characters in M/M romance do, and I think that's the part that I normally dislike. He knew what he wanted and wasn't afraid to go get it, I loved his mischievous side. Johnny really sold the book to me. Ryan was great too, the "straight" guy fooling around with a guy for the first time is a big tick in my books and it was definitely a hot read with well done steamy sex scenes.

    I've read a few reviews that say they disliked the miscommunication trope in this book, but I certainly didn't mind it - it's predictable but fun to read.

    Whilst the "straight" guy theme is just what I look for in a book, what really makes this series shine is the realism. I love the British uni/post-uni setting (it's very nostalgic for me) and that's what really turns these books into something great - it's a perfect slice-of-life.

    So in conclusion I definitely recommend this book - especially if you are a fan of the series (which are interconnected but all can be read stand-alone). I know I will add this book to my re-read collection!
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  • Brenda L
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
    Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2020
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    I love gay for you romances. Would love a second book including these two characters and see how or if their relationship continues to grow.
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  • A. Spijkerman
    4.0 out of 5 stars Brit uni students
    Reviewed in Germany on March 5, 2018
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    Pretty in Pink is number 6 in Jay Northcote’s series Housemates, a series of university students in the south of England in two neighbouring buildings. So if you didn’t start with number 1, you will read about persons you haven’t met before because they tend to pop up in the stories and have some friendly input. Nevertheless, each title can be read as a standalone. Ryan, fresh out of a relationship with his latest girlfriend, has a fixed type: blondes with great arses. When he shows up at a birthday party next door to which he’s invited he sees a gorgeous blonde enter and start to dance alone, very attractive and a behind to drool on … and a guy! Nevertheless, he starts dancing with him, then talking in some more quiet place and then they head of together to Ryan’s place where they have a night of unexpected passion for both. But it doesn’t stop there and they continue to see each other for sex, just sex as they agreed, and then feelings start to develop in both of them, feelings they never anticipated and are afraid to confess to the other party, afraid those feelings are not mutual. So … stupidly, they break up. Another good novel by Jay Northcote in this series, where, if not always a love at first sight, there will be a happy ever after. Always great to have a British author write about Brits and not US guys in US situations. Just a tad too much sex for my liking, hence 'only' 4 stars.
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  • Robert
    4.0 out of 5 stars A thoroughly enjoyable tale with a happy ending. It is a pity about the American idiom throughout.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 23, 2018
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    This is a tale of two young men and the many misunderstandings they make before discovering how much they love each other. The language and words are American which is puzzling as the tale is set in Plymouth Devon, not Plymouth Massachusetts. I was once a student in Plymouth, and I can assure you that we spoke English. I found I had to make frequent reference to dictionary while reading the story in order to get the correct nuance of meaning.
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