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Nothing Special Kindle Edition

by Jay Northcote (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 332 ratings
When Noah’s insecurity threatens their fledgling relationship, can Sol convince Noah that he’s enough?

Noah thinks he’s nothing special. Average height, a bit on the skinny side, and cute but rather geeky, he’s relentlessly ordinary. He certainly doesn’t expect to be noticed by Sol, the gorgeous dark-haired stranger Noah usually sees on his commute home.

When a friend persuades Noah to take a big risk in a bid to get Sol’s attention, things turn out better than Noah dared to hope. But Noah doesn’t believe he’s interesting or sexy enough to hold Sol’s attention.

As Sol tries to get closer, Noah tries to protect his heart by pulling away. If their relationship is going to survive, Noah needs to accept that Sol sees him very differently to how Noah sees himself. Because to Sol, Noah is something very special indeed.
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  1. Print length
    157 pages
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  4. Publication date
    June 19, 2019
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Editorial Reviews

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"Reading Nothing Special is like wrapping yourself in a woolly blanket on a cold night or like an open fire in winter. It is pure comfort." The Way She Reads

"This book exudes romance: simple, unadulterated romance. It was such a light and fun read, and it left me with a huge smile on my face." My Fiction Nook

"There are many reasons that I'm a repeat customer when it comes to Northcote but this feel-good story is a prime example of why I adore his stories so much." Book Unfunk

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07TDL1VZN
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Jaybird Press
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 19, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.4 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 157 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 out of 5 stars 332 ratings

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Jay Northcote

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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

Newsletter: http://tinyurl.com/JN-readers

Twitter: @jay_northcote

Facebook: www.facebook.com/jaynorthcotefiction

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Customers find this book to be a heart-warming love story with no real angst, making it a lovely sweet read. They appreciate the characters and writing style, with one customer noting it's written in third person POV.

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13 customers mention "Readability"13 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and entertaining, with one mentioning it's a quick summer read.

"...some interviews she did about the book and she promised a light, easy, read, without much angst. Again, she delivered in spades...." Read more

"I love stories written by Jay Northcote. He is an entertaining and skilled author. Never ask me to pick my favorite of his books...." Read more

"...It would also make a good commuter train read since much of the action takes place on a commuter train. Let yourself relax into this one and enjoy." Read more

"Such a refreshing, sweet read. I needed this...." Read more

11 customers mention "Story quality"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the heart-warming love story in this book, with one customer describing it as a sweet boy meets boy narrative.

"...This is a cute story that can really hit home with anyone who has ever felt like 'Nothing Special' which I think pretty much includes all of us at..." Read more

"This was just what the doctor ordered. A sweet boy meets boy story without too much angst. Yes there was a bump in the road...." Read more

"Such a refreshing, sweet read. I needed this. The author used a unique premise to bring the M/Cs together, the characters are well developed, and..." Read more

"I loved this book. Simple, funny, loving, and fun. Good quick book if you want a short read. Loved it." Read more

5 customers mention "Character development"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters in the book, with one describing it as a lovely sweet story about good people.

"...The name of the book may be "Nothing Special" but the story and the characters are very special." Read more

"...Well written with likable characters throughout. Summer's not over so it isn't too late for this to be a great beach read...." Read more

"...used a unique premise to bring the M/Cs together, the characters are well developed, and the author's writing style makes for a great read...." Read more

"...This works perfectly for that purpose. Likable MC's and side characters too." Read more

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Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one noting it is written in third person point of view.

"...On the plus side, there are minimal curse words and it is written in third person POV...." Read more

"...They have a great whirlwind romance and live happily ever after. Well written with likable characters throughout...." Read more

"...the characters are well developed, and the author's writing style makes for a great read. Very special!" Read more

"...But I think I've read them all! Come on Jay, I need more wonderfully written, sexy man on man romance!" Read more

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Customers appreciate the level of angst in the book.

"...she did about the book and she promised a light, easy, read, without much angst. Again, she delivered in spades...." Read more

"...This was a lovely sweet story about good people. No real angst...." Read more

"...A sweet boy meets boy story without too much angst. Yes there was a bump in the road. That is to be expected in the m/m genre...." Read more

"Sweet short read with little angst and lots of lovin!..." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • A. Macario
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read, Great author
    Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2014
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    It was weird when I looked at the number this book made in my 'read' section: 500. Kind of an anniversary/special occasion of sorts. Ironically it is also a key point in "Nothing Special." Ms. Northcote has succeeded since her debut in becoming one of my favorite authors in the M/M genre. She never promises anything she doesn't deliver and 'Nothing Special' is no change.

    Since she is an auto buy for me, I had the book a few days before I got to read it due to a long week at work with long commutes, another topic that is of importance in her new offering. I did get to read some interviews she did about the book and she promised a light, easy, read, without much angst. Again, she delivered in spades. Northcote has the knack of writing characters you really want to meet. Sol and Noah fit this description as do Dom (who I would love to hear more from,) the housemates, and families.

    This is a cute story that can really hit home with anyone who has ever felt like 'Nothing Special' which I think pretty much includes all of us at one point. This is a great point that is sometimes missed in M/M with both guys being GQ hot. I loved Sal's speech at the end about how one person can see another person. I have always been a fan of this author's work, but this work actually has improved on past offerings when talking about true emotion and what love actually is. Also, I have to compliment the epilogue. I didn't see it coming and I actually sat on the couch reading it smiling to myself....and that is just fine.
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  • dbbks3
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet
    Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2019
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    I love stories written by Jay Northcote. He is an entertaining and skilled author. Never ask me to pick my favorite of his books.

    This was a lovely sweet story about good people. No real angst. The name of the book may be "Nothing Special" but the story and the characters are very special.
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  • mgoodwi1
    3.0 out of 5 stars May include some spoilers
    Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2020
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    Jay Northcote is my go-to author for MM romance. He normally creates characters and situations that are realistic and believable with the all important emotional relationship. However, I was disappointed with this one. After reading the blurb, I was expecting Noah to have low self-esteem issues that would affect his new relationship. This did not happen. Noah only says that he is ordinary and nothing special. We are not SHOWN this. In fact, this is never an issue until after 60% of the book when Sol asks him about moving in with him. And even then, it was a weak position. Showing the readers on page how the way he viewed himself affected his relationship would added much to the story. Other things that I didn't like include: They slept together on the first date and every night for the next 2 weeks after that, the first weeks of dating took up 60% of the book with the characters just, going to work, drinking coffee, meeting on the train and sleeping together in hot weather. Seriously. For me, this story lacked the emotional depth that I have become used to when reading Jay's books. The sex scenes seemed to be just that. Sex. No trust, no bonding. Just two horny guys getting it on as often as possible.

    On the plus side, there are minimal curse words and it is written in third person POV. The way that they communicated with each other through the newspaper at the beginning and at the end was sweet too.
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  • Susan Reaves
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great, light, happy read. Well done.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2014
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    This was just what the doctor ordered. A sweet boy meets boy story without too much angst. Yes there was a bump in the road. That is to be expected in the m/m genre. But no one got gay bashed. Both young men have supportive parents and great friends. They have a great whirlwind romance and live happily ever after. Well written with likable characters throughout. Summer's not over so it isn't too late for this to be a great beach read. It would also make a good commuter train read since much of the action takes place on a commuter train. Let yourself relax into this one and enjoy.
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  • Annie
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very Special
    Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2014
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    Such a refreshing, sweet read. I needed this. The author used a unique premise to bring the M/Cs together, the characters are well developed, and the author's writing style makes for a great read. Very special!
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  • Marchaeus Bacon
    5.0 out of 5 stars great read
    Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2022
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    I loved this book. Simple, funny, loving, and fun. Good quick book if you want a short read. Loved it.
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  • Em
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another great story by an amazing author
    Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2014
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    Sweet short read with little angst and lots of lovin! Sol and Noah were meant to be from the beginning, then just needed a couple of pushes to get there.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very Special
    Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2019
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    I gave this book a five-star rating because I believe this is a very special romance story about a quirky guy who needed a boost to his ego and a young man who didn't mind boosting that ego. Highly recommend you put this on your tbr list - you're going to love these characters and their journey. I know I did!
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  • Wide Eyes, Big Ears!
    5.0 out of 5 stars When you feel someone is out of your league
    Reviewed in Australia on January 21, 2021
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    Noah sees a cute guy on the train each day but can’t bring himself to talk to him because Noah views himself as “nothing special”. This was another thoughtful story by Jay Northcote and exactly what I want from romance. The book explores Noah’s insecurities, low self-esteem, and the feelings of inadequacy when you go out with someone much better looking. This was entirely Noah’s journey as he learns to trust that Sol finds him worth loving. As usual, Jay details the small intimacies that make up a relationship and I found myself smiling with pleasure at many of the tender moments. Matthew Lloyd Davies narrates lightly, supporting the gently fun and compassionate tone of the book.
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  • Robert
    5.0 out of 5 stars A delightful boy-boy romance
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 11, 2018
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    The romance proceeds from the two characters having only their coursework in common to fully declaring their love for each other. In between there are bad periods of doubt and jealously with concomitant sadness. A happy -ever-after story which is always a comfort to read.
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  • Brenda L
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet
    Reviewed in Canada on July 14, 2019
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    The only word I can think of is sweet. Low angst no real issues just a simple romance. Yup sweet.
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  • Annie - QueerBooksUnbound.com
    5.0 out of 5 stars I can't put into words how much I love this book
    Reviewed in Germany on August 16, 2014
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    So far I've enjoyed all books by Jay Northcote and I think this one might even be my new favorite.
    It's such a sweet and light story with great characters and no major drama or angst.
    I found myself smiling through most of the book because Noah and Sol are such adorable, sweet and lovely characters. I could totally relate to Noah and his insecurities of feeling like he's nothing special. And loved the way Sol showed him that he was something special to him.
    I have to mention, that I really liked the idea of putting an advert in the paper as a way of letting someone know you're interested.
    And really enjoyed to see the relationship grow between Noah and Sol.

    This book made me smile, it made me cry and laugh, and it definitely made me swoon! I'm sure I'll re-read it again and again.
    So, I absolutely recommend this book to everyone who's looking for something light and fluffy.
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  • Sharing The Book Love
    4.0 out of 5 stars Cute read
    Reviewed in Australia on July 21, 2019
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    Wow loved the newspaper asking out...Cute idea and wonderful characters. Jay has done a great job as always. Another booked ticked off my TBR list. Loved Noah and Sol. Instalove FTW!
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