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Strictly Curious Kindle Edition

3.9 out of 5 stars 764 ratings

I shouldn't want him the way that I do…

Tyler

My world flipped upside down when my Dad suddenly remarried. What ten-year-old wants that surprise dropped on him? I wasn't expecting my stepbrother to become my best friend, my everything, and the source of my utter confusion. I didn't realize he was hiding something from me, and I didn't mean to see it. It made me question everything.

Garrett

As close as we'd become over the last nine years, I never meant to hide my biggest secret from Tyler. I didn't want our relationship to change. What would he think if he knew I always imagined him in their place? Now that he knows the truth, how am I supposed to handle him being so curious?

Strictly Curious is a New Adult coming-of-age story. It features adult themes and sexual situations that are not suitable for readers under the age of 18.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09Y9D74W8
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 31, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.7 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 238 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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    3.9 out of 5 stars 764 ratings

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Joelle Lynne
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Joelle Lynne is a M/M Romance author who is a total nerd at heart. She loves her romance sweet but on the spicy side.

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Customers enjoy the book's story, with one mentioning how it provides glimpses into the characters' past. The book receives positive feedback for its readability and character development, with customers finding the characters fun.

16 customers mention "Story quality"13 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the story of Garrett and Tyler, with one customer particularly appreciating the glimpses into their past.

"...It’s not Nyla K, but it was still a fun read. I’d definitely be happy reading more by this author." Read more

"This was a sweet story and low angst. It took me a few days to read this one as I would keep stopping to read other books that came out...." Read more

"This was a pretty good book, although parts were a bit superficial...." Read more

"...I’ll put it out there that I found the story itself to be surface level...." Read more

8 customers mention "Readability"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable, with one mentioning it was their first read by Joelle Lynne.

"This book was so good. I love step brothers to lovers and this was great. I loved that they were best friends too...." Read more

"...It won’t be on my reread list but overall not a bad book." Read more

"...Overall it was a good read with an HEA." Read more

"...I 100% recommend this book and can’t wait to read more from this amazing author!" Read more

3 customers mention "Character development"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters in the book.

"...I liked the main characters, and I’m glad they ended together and we’re still together at the end...." Read more

"...The supporting characters were funny and supportive." Read more

"I loved this story. The plot was great and the characters were fun and unforgettable. I would definitely recommend. Happy reading!" Read more

3 customers mention "Curiosity"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's curiosity.

"I loved Strictly Curious, it popped my step brothers cherry and what a sweet book to do that...." Read more

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Sweet Romance and Snuggable Characters
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Sweet Romance and Snuggable Characters
I always love Joelle's sweet romance. She's so much better at it than I. She's wonderful about bringing you into a world where you get all wrapped up in her characters and want to snuggle them, and she didn't disappoint here. And it's about stepbrothers? Yes, please. Garrett and Tyler come into each other's lives when they are ten, and the quickly form a strong bond. All seems normal and right in their world until a single incident has Tyler questioning everything he's ever known which sends the two young men into a world of exploration and self-discovery. At first, it's about learning oneself, but things quickly escalate into more. Their bond grew to something deeper and richer as they tried to navigate through some confusion and uncertainty. It's not without mistakes and disappointments. But eventually, they figure out their place in the world and in their hearts. To make matters worse, there are outside sources that want to see them fail.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
    Garrett has a instant connection with Tyler and as they grew up together his feelings kept getting stronger. When they were older Tyler walked in on a uncomfortable situation with Garrett and it changed how Tyler saw Garrett. They had lots of drama surrounding them from their so called friends. Watching Tyler come out of his shy shell and stand up to the bullies was very heartwarming. I liked this book very much and recommend it.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2023
    I always love Joelle's sweet romance. She's so much better at it than I. She's wonderful about bringing you into a world where you get all wrapped up in her characters and want to snuggle them, and she didn't disappoint here. And it's about stepbrothers? Yes, please.

    Garrett and Tyler come into each other's lives when they are ten, and the quickly form a strong bond. All seems normal and right in their world until a single incident has Tyler questioning everything he's ever known which sends the two young men into a world of exploration and self-discovery.

    At first, it's about learning oneself, but things quickly escalate into more. Their bond grew to something deeper and richer as they tried to navigate through some confusion and uncertainty. It's not without mistakes and disappointments. But eventually, they figure out their place in the world and in their hearts. To make matters worse, there are outside sources that want to see them fail.
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    Sweet Romance and Snuggable Characters

    Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2023
    I always love Joelle's sweet romance. She's so much better at it than I. She's wonderful about bringing you into a world where you get all wrapped up in her characters and want to snuggle them, and she didn't disappoint here. And it's about stepbrothers? Yes, please.

    Garrett and Tyler come into each other's lives when they are ten, and the quickly form a strong bond. All seems normal and right in their world until a single incident has Tyler questioning everything he's ever known which sends the two young men into a world of exploration and self-discovery.

    At first, it's about learning oneself, but things quickly escalate into more. Their bond grew to something deeper and richer as they tried to navigate through some confusion and uncertainty. It's not without mistakes and disappointments. But eventually, they figure out their place in the world and in their hearts. To make matters worse, there are outside sources that want to see them fail.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2023
    This was a sweet story and low angst. It took me a few days to read this one as I would keep stopping to read other books that came out. I never thought of DNF this one though.

    Tyler and Garrett are stepbrothers. They have been since they were 10. Garrett knew he was bi for awhile and had more than brotherly feelings for Tyler. Tyler caught Garrett with someone else and couldn’t stop thinking about it. From there their relationship grew.

    I liked had we got a few flashbacks in the story. It won’t be on my reread list but overall not a bad book.
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2024
    A fun little taboo romp. Normally I would put step-siblings into the “forbidden” category, but the parents married when the boys were young, so “taboo” feels a little more appropriate.

    Plus the boys refer to each other as brothers throughout and the author leans hard into the potential societal repercussions.

    It’s not Nyla K, but it was still a fun read. I’d definitely be happy reading more by this author.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2024
    This book was so good. I love step brothers to lovers and this was great. I loved that they were best friends too. My only wish is that I read it sooner than I did. Great book.
  • Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2023
    I give this a solid 3. I love the stepbrother troope but this story dragged a little for me and I didn’t connect with the characters
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2023
    I didn’t hate this book. I was tempted to give it a 2.5 and round it up to 3 but I just couldn’t. 2.25 stars is all this gets from me. I didn’t feel any attachment at all to any of the secondary characters, and barely felt any attachment to the 2 main characters. Considering that they’ve been living together as stepbrothers for 10 years and sleeping in the same bed most nights, they really didn’t have much of a connection or relationship beyond the sex. The author did a VERY poor job of getting the reader to connect with her characters. I wanted to love this book, I am a fan of the stepbrother trope, but this one fell short.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2023
    Tyler and Garrett were raised as stepbrothers. They had ALWAYS been closer than close. So when Ty gets an eye full, it’s not a surprise that he fixates on it. From there, all the angsty goodness unfolds. I very much enjoyed seeing these two as they navigated the path to their HEA.

    There is a good deal of steaminess that showcases that 19 year old refractory period. I love when characters can’t keep their hands off each other.

    I’ll put it out there that I found the story itself to be surface level. Sure, there is all the yummy angst you could want, but this is essentially a fast burn story and it has that rushed feel that your typical fast burn has. I felt it worked nicely for this book however. Tyler and Garrett have known each other for nine years, so the relationship buildup happens before the book begins. This story simply showcases the change.

    I definitely recommend if you’re looking for a light steamy read.
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  • fortheloveofmmromancebooks
    5.0 out of 5 stars So lovely
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 7, 2024
    Tyler was age ten when Garrett came into his life. His dad brought him and his mom home to be a new family. Tyler now had a brother (step brother).

    Garrett and Tyler have always had a very close relationship, one that many do not understand. They are best friends, brothers and each other’s ride or die.
    Garrett is caught in a compromising position in the shower with a friend by Tyler at nineteen.
    This unlocks some feelings in Tyler he didn't realise he felt. He felt jealous and wanted Garrett.

    Tyler takes his new found sexuality on board and wants to explore what it means with Garrett. Garrett has always had feelings for Tyler since they were little, but never dreamt he could have Tyler in that way. Garrett is initially worried about what it could mean for them, their family and friends.

    Some people along the way try to upset what they have, but with great communication and the acceptance of their parents, they take everyone on.

    Joelle Lynne is an author I have discovered this year, and everything I have read from her I have loved. This is a sweet step brothers to lovers, low angst beautifully written book.
    I want to read more about Trevor now.
  • KR Phoenix @ Books, Tattoos and Tea
    5.0 out of 5 stars Passionate, fast-paced and sweet.
    Reviewed in Australia on December 9, 2024
    I was hooked from the opening chapter and couldn't put it down!

    This story is unique, full of passion and gripping writing. Joelle has a way of endearing you to her characters from the opening line and you just need to know more.

    While these two are familiarly connected, Garrett and Tyler, are so sweet. A bit of longing, a bit of cluelessness and an awkward awakening and I am completely invested.

    Such a great read. Steam, emotions and so much more!
  • Shauna
    4.0 out of 5 stars Stepbrothers to Lovers 🥰
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 24, 2024
    I loved this sweet and spicy MM tale that follows Tyler and Garrett in a stepbrothers to lovers romance.

    Thrust together at 10 years as Tyler's dad and Garrett's mum begin their relationship, the two boys embark on a journey of self-discovery, curiosity, and love.

    It is a beautiful story of attraction and overcoming societal attitudes.

    I love how the relationship develops and the underlying love they both carry throughout the story, and the flashbacks add so much context to the feelings they both try to fight 🥰
  • Gayle
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good
    Reviewed in Australia on April 3, 2023
    Nice story about step brothers falling in love. Little bit of looking into the past to reflect. I give it 3.5 stars
  • Shaztwirl
    3.0 out of 5 stars Nice
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 4, 2023
    Started off cute, got hot, but didn't set me alight. It was pretty sweet and I liked the characters. A simple, nice story.

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