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0 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Nice Story, Weak Mystery Nov 02, 2009
A fine coming of age and coming out story that some have mislabeled as a mystery. If you're looking for a fictional story about a teenaged boy coming to terms with his life and his sexuality, you'll find "String Attached" to be an enjoyable read. Although there is a thread running through the story about betrayal, you won't find the standard elements of a mystery or thriller. Read the book on its terms and you'll definitely find something to like.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Great coming-of-age read - well done, Mr. Nolan! Oct 02, 2009
Beautifully written coming-of-age story filled with wonderful elements and characters. Intriguing story line - loved the rags to riches aspect. Even knowing that it was going to parallel the Pinocchio fable did not take away from the book, but simply made it more beautiful and meaningful. All of the characters were well-written and "real", and I especially loved the relationship between Jeremy and Arthur.
Although it is an adult novel, I think that many young adults (late high-school and college-aged) will find this story to be very real for them, and perhaps more honest and true than what they see in the movies or on television, whether they are gay or straight. (Kids deal with more at a younger age than my generation ever did at that age.) I liked the honest approach Mr. Nolan took from Jeremy's viewpoint on determining both his own sexual preferences and the type of man he wanted to become.
I look forward to reading more from Nick Nolan.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Loved it Sep 27, 2009
Very good book. The author is a great writer, I felt I was there with he characters.
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Strings Attached will tie a knot around your heart! Aug 12, 2009
On the recommendation of an associate I read this novel - thinking it might be just another vapid escape from reality while I traveled on business. While it was certainly an escape, it was far from vapid and exceeded all my expectations.
I must admit that I usually shy away from unfamiliar writers, as I've been disappointed in the past. However I am quite glad I've now discovered Nick Nolan. His exquisite character descriptions are so refreshing, and the imaginative plotlines kept me enthralled throughout the combined 600 pages or so of both Strings Attached and his second book, Double Bound.
An exciting tale full of romance, history, and action. I cannot recommend this book more highly to someone who has read "gay fiction" in the past and thought it fell flat. I often felt the same way with insipid, gossipy queer novels - but not this one!
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Another Great Piece of Gay Lit Jun 24, 2009
Nick Nolan truly surprised me with this one. A truly great comming of age/comming out book, i was pleasently surprised as i had not heard of Nick Nolan before. This is a must read on any Gay Lit list, and a book such as Strings Attached should be read by everyone, not just the Gay community as it holds a unique perspective that everyone can learn from.
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