Some Girls Do

I went into this knowing it would completely overwhelm my steam rating, but it was free and the premise intrigued me. The premise really paid off. Murphy spins a completely unrealistic tale and made me buy it wholesale. Claire is immediately engaging and her online bravado contrasted with her public shyness had me from the start.

The tortured bad boy never looked so good and his ultimate vulnerability felt completely honest and compelling. It helps that Murphy draws his character I went into this knowing it would completely overwhelm my steam rating, but it was free and the premise intrigued me. It helps that Murphy draws his character so faithfully, both the good and the bad, so that he's not the paragon or simply forbidden fruit.

His tenderness with Claire even from the start, is practically irresistible and made it very easy to fall for him completely. Luca's fundamental kindness came out early in their relationship and was key to being able to flow with it. The whole sex tutor angle is a an intriguing trope, but not one I'm naturally inclined to find engaging. It works here because it quickly evolves into an exchange of life coach moments with each enhancing the other in powerful ways.

You learned early how good they are for each other and watching them develop a true friendship and then fall in love was powerfully well-done. Less believable, and the biggest weakness of the novel, is Claire's motivation in Mark.

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On the one hand, I'm glad Murphy resisted the temptation to make him a bad guy. He's kind in his own way and beyond patient with Claire's nonsensical and arbitrary limitations. Which is kind of what I didn't buy. He's a powerful, successful guy with money and status and he's interested in this girl he believes to be experienced and willing. I found it hard to buy his patience, even though it was absolutely required for the novel to work. Which made it feel like he existed solely for story purposes.

I didn't mind, terribly, because I liked the story and wanted it to continue. But it is the only artificial-seeming piece in what was otherwise an outstanding story about characters I really cared about. So yeah, a great read and one I enjoyed thoroughly. The steam levels were high enough that I'll be cautious with other work by Murphy.

But the story was good enough that I'll still be looking. A note about Steamy: The steam is actually lower than you'd expect given the premise. It's high, mind; way beyond my normal tolerance. But it's in service to the story and key to the characters' emotional growth and relationship arc and Murphy is actually pretty restrained. She included only the detail she needed for the reader to understand the characters and not much more.

Which means that there's lots of detail in the beginning, but not so much as you progress. There's probably no more than a handful of actual fully explicit scenes, all told, none of them gratuitous. Mar 05, Ragatnia Clara rated it it was amazing. Okay, time for changing team. I'm officially Team Luca. Well, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this ish book, considering I'm not a fan for such a thick romance novel. But this book had me hooked in every page I read. This was not the most romantic or the most toe-curling or the most steamy sexy romance.

But this was a book that kept me tuned in, captivated my interest even in simple and ordinary scene. Jan 01, Jessa rated it it was amazing Shelves: This was such a good contemporary romance! The development of their friendship-to-more was so satisfying. View all 5 comments. Apr 05, Margaret Madden rated it it was amazing Shelves: Claire is a quiet girl. Living with her mother, working as a bookseller in an independent book store and happy to while away the hours on the internet or writing under her online alias, NiceGirl. It just happens that her online persona is the complete opposite of her real self.

NiceGirl is the pseudo name for a hugely popular sex blog, with plenty of steamy stories of the sexual exploits of a young, confident and experimental woman. Online flirting with a London based publisher, Mark, leads to a Claire is a quiet girl. Online flirting with a London based publisher, Mark, leads to an offer of a book deal for NiceGirl, and Claire realises she will have to get some serious research done in order to convince him that she is capable of being as sexy as her online character.

Enter Luca, a handsome and experienced guy who has no problems lending a helping hand or two when it comes to sex lessons. Hilarious bedroom activities are abound and Claire becomes aware of what she has missed out on over the years. But can she convince Mark, or indeed herself, that she is a hot, sexy woman with some stories to share?

This was such a great bit of fun! From the first page, the reader knows that they are in for a light hearted look at sex and the exploits of singletons. The online blog of NiceGirl, Scenes of a Sexual Nature, is laugh-out-loud funny and full of wild and wonderful make-believe shenanigans. There are some cringe worthy stories that will have you in stitches as you picture the scenarios unfolding. Claires quieter personality balances the brash one of NiceGirl and her innocence is really very sweet.

A damaged soul with lots to offer cough, cough , his back story was a welcome addition to the novel, with his strained relationship with his mother seeming very real. Mark was nice but a bit wishy-washy. Overall this story had a modern day and sex filled Jane Austen feel about it. The book starts off as one thing, but ends up another. Sometimes this can be a frustrating experience for a reader, but not in this case. Life has a funny way of changing direction and the narrative here is no different.

Clodagh Murphy has a wonderful way with words. Some very raunchy, some funny and some moving. The whole package works very well and I thoroughly enjoyed the sneak peek of Claires foray into the world of sexual adventure. An ideal holiday read, grab a copy while the sun shines I thought the beginning was pretty good — shy, reclusive girl masquerades as a sex-guru through a blog? But… the execution of the book was really poor. The writing was really choppy and basic — the author basically told us everything rather than let us feel it. Luca ashamed of being poor?

The author shoves it in our faces about a million times. The dialogue was also really stilted and felt super unrealistic. Also, I found a number of parts of the book to be rather unrealistic. Luca hits on Claire, thinking she brought him back to her house for sex. Instead of setting him straight and kicking him out, or being flattered but embarrassed that he would think that, she goes to her room and cries all night.

What about that situation would make a normal person cry their eyes out all night? It was an overly-melodramatic reaction and a rather unrealistic one, I would think. And then, on top of that, Luca decides: What kind of person does that? I also really, really, wanted to like Claire.

What I got, instead, was a doormat. But those characters are written with depth, and detail, and convincing reasons for the way they are. But… guys and sex are not determinants of your personality. This book just really did not work for me. Dec 11, Amy rated it it was amazing Shelves: This was so cute and enjoyable!

Auch a treat after I've struck out on SO many contemporary romances lately. I can't even remember the last time I read a book in this genre that I enjoyed so much, it's a wasteland out there these days. Rating might be more like a 4. The author did a good job kind of breaking down that archetype here. He ended up being such a sweetheart and not at all an obnoxious alpha male.

Feb 20, Marina rated it it was ok Shelves: Dec 30, Chelsey rated it it was amazing. I had a very difficult time putting this book down. At one point around 2 AM, I disturbed the quiet of our sleeping household by guffawing over Claire saying, "Um It's a big hairy snatch. Your kids will be up in a few hours. Go to bed, you eegit! Anyway, I am a book reviewer for Chicklit Club and here , and received a review copy of this book from Hachette Books Ireland.

First and foremost, thank you Hachette for sending me a copy of this fabulous book. Second, thank you Clodagh Murphy for writing this! Where the two main characters are best friends first, and eventually fall in love. Even though they had a lot of hot steamy sex don't worry, the writing isn't straight up erotica, so don't get your panties in a bunch , their ROMANCE is a slooooooow burn.

Claire was likeable, relatable, interesting, and not frustrating at all like many star female characters seem to be. I wasn't sure at first if I was going to like Luca I was skeptical if I could grow to love a guy who chose art over having a traditional job , but he DID win me over. Am totally in love with Luca. And it has nothing to do with his sexual prowess. Espie was favorite of mine as well. At first I thought Claire's mother was going to be a needy, complaining sort. But, she was down to earth and so funny.

Loved her dry wit. I wonder if the author would consider writing a sequel? I'd love to read more about these 2 love birds. See what Claire's novel is about? Maybe have Luca become a famous artist? His birth parents could track him down? Claire's blog book becomes really popular, OR she resents her anonymity because she isn't getting credit for it? Anyway, I have a feeling this will be something I read over and over again.

Cheers, and happy reading! Jan 22, Michelle Fluttering Butterflies rated it really liked it Shelves: Funny and sexy and I love how much of it is about Claire gaining some confidence in herself and to be able to know and talk about what she wants in terms of sex. Jan 01, Bookevin rated it it was amazing. If you've read and enjoyed Clodagh Murphy's previous books, you will definitely devour this one.

After all, who doesn't love a raunchy, good read? If you fancy reading it, click here to get it for only 99p! Some Girls Do follows the story of Claire Kennedy, a twenty-something average girl who leads a normal life, which includes working at a bookshop to whet her love of books and spends her days writing her blog. But no one knows she's the famous sex blogger, NiceGirl. When her blog strikes a book deal with one of the hottest and most handsome publisher in London, Claire makes the most drastic measure to live up to her alter ego's reputation and skills! In comes Luca, a struggling artist with a reputation for being a womaniser, who is willing to take her under his wing and educate her about the art of sex.

I love those scenes. I could definitely relate to her, I mean, she loves books! And I love books. OK, that's pretty lame, but the thing is, I could understand her and like me, she'd prefer to stay at home with a good book and a cup of tea. Her alter-ego, NiceGirl is a notorious sex fiend. Scenes of a Sexual Nature, Claire's blog is all lies. A sweet, thoughtful heroine who is a completely different person a who falls in love in the most unconventional way, juggling love, friendship and sex.

The characters were very well-written. I really fell for Luca, he's such a gentleman, given that he's a heartbreaker by nature, he's one of those "good guys". A seriously addictive novel filled with naughty bits and frankly, pretty rude, but with the right amount of sizzle. I couldn't get enough of it! I think that Clodagh Murphy's writing shines through her character's emotions and clever plot.

Aside from all the romance, there are darker, more emotional themes in the book which contributes to the progress of the book and creates more depth in her characters. Some Girls Do has an engaging plot which will keep readers' hooked, filled with saucy and incredibly sexy bits. Let's be honest, who doesn't like to read about sex? Follow Claire's journey as she picks either love, friendship or sex? Or can she have all of them? Funny, addictive with a bitter sweet ending, Some Girls Do is chick lit with a twist!

Jan 24, Leslie rated it it was amazing. So glad that I did. I really loved this book. It had a slow build up which just made the anticipation of what would happen even bigger.

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I adored Luca and how sweet and patient he was with Claire. This isn't a new premise but it was done so perfectly in my opinion. I loved the humor and banter between all the characters. I only wished for a little bit more at the end but overall, it was a great, simple read. I am also a sucker for any books set 4. I am also a sucker for any books set in another country. This one was set in Dublin. This was the first book I have read by the author but won't be my last. View all 3 comments. Dec 30, Claire Allan rated it it was amazing.

Her father died when she was 2 so she never really knew him but her mother died from cancer just a couple years before the story begins and it caused Lacey much grief. She wanted to stay in her home town Jumbuck Springs for a while and grieve but her brothers pushed her away to school, not caring how she felt about it because 3. She wanted to stay in her home town Jumbuck Springs for a while and grieve but her brothers pushed her away to school, not caring how she felt about it because they'd made a promise to their mother that they were determined to fulfill.

Coop is a mechanic that has a shop in Brisbane. Coop used to be a cop and was partners with Ethan, Lacey's brother he never met Lacey until he was shot and left the force and then took over his dad's mechanic shop. Coop ended up meeting Lacey in Brisbane and got lassoed into being a "babysitter" for her by Ethan Because of her unhappiness in Brisbane, Lacey tended to get a bit wild. Not completely immature but she felt something was missing and in the search for what she was missing, she made some mistakes that were understandable Things come to a head for Lacey and she decides that she's just too unhappy in Brisbane and decides to leave school for a year and go home.

Coop offers to help her and ends up driving her back to Jumbuck Springs. Unfortunately, Lacey's brothers are still pretty uncaring about whether she wants to live in Brisbane or not and in the heat of the moment, Lacey lies and says she's pregnant as a way to be allowed to stay. Coop doesn't realize it's a lie and offers himself as the baby-daddy until he can figure things out Staying together ends up being rather difficult for Coop and Lacey but Coop is a good guy and keeps his hands to himself, thinking he's doing the right thing.

Meanwhile, Lacey is very happy to be home and starts settling in Jumbuck Springs again. Of course that doesn't mean everything is all figured out because they don't really talk Thankfully, Coop and Lacey are able to work things out and in the end, they're together and heading towards a HEA together.

This was a pretty enjoyable story. Lacey seemed a immature at times and she was a bit but not really. Mostly it seemed to be her issues with dealing with her brothers and the situation they put her in that she didn't have much control over But I did like her overall, especially towards the end. I liked Coop pretty well except for when he decided to make a move that would decide both of their futures by assuming Lacey's feelings and that he knew what was best for her.

I suppose it was supposed to be nice but it kind of rubbed me the wrong way Overall, I liked this story pretty well and would be going on to the next book in the series except I already read it. Sep 18, Isha Coleman rated it it was amazing Shelves: The loss of her mother when she needs her most has left her spiraling out of control. Her emotions are all over the place, her decisions are proving risking and the people she is supposed to be apple to count on have turned that back on her. In her mind she is on her own. Coop sees a kindred spirit in the tortured young woman with the bad attitude.

He has been dealing with a number of crisis in his own life. Lacey brings out his protective instincts. A lost of control, a surprise revelation and the differences in their ages are obstacles he can't ignore. Facing fears, coping with loss and growing up are all explored within this novel. What I took from this story is change whether good or bad is an inevitable learning experience. View all my reviews Nov 13, Alison rated it really liked it Shelves: I loved this book. For the first in a series it absolutely zings from the very first page.

Cooper is sitting in a Brisbane bar, a former police officer he has become a mechanic after being shot twice in the line of duty. Across the bar he gets the come on from a beautiful woman, Tracy, she seems to be suggestion a quickie in the toilets but he sits tight and they end up spending the night together. A few days later, Cooper meets his best friend Ethan in the same bar.

Ethan asks Coop to look after I loved this book. Ethan asks Coop to look after his baby sister, Lacey, who is in college in Brisbane. When Ethan asks why Coop is distracted he replies that he thinks he might have met "The One". Of course we know where this is going, Tracy is actually Lacey and instead of being 25 as claimed is actually A couple of years pass. Lacey occasionally asks Coop for help, usually of the "my car broke down can you give me a lift" variety, but sometimes of the "I'm drunk and made some bad decisions" variety.

After her long time boyfriend turns out to be very married, Lacey turns up at Coop's door, cold, wet and distraught. After this latest catastrophe Lacey is determined to move back home - no matter what her domineering older brothers have to say. Of course it all goes wrong as expected when Lacey's three older brothers try to guilt trip her into finishing college.

When Ethan says the only way she is coming home is with a degree, married or pregnant Lacey lies and says she is pregnant.

Coop assumes that the father must be the married low life and jumps into the breach when the shouting starts by saying he is the father. Soon Coop and Lacey are living together in a hotel suite above the pub, pretending they are a couple whilst trying to keep their hands off each other. I loved Coop, Lacey was sweet as a young woman who had made some silly life choices and whose brothers wouldn't listen to what she wanted.

Of course what she wants is Coop, but he is adhering to the bro code that you never sleep with your best friend's little sister. Although everything is a foregone conclusion I loved the way it got there and this was just as good as the last book which I read first! Sep 25, Jen rated it really liked it. Read the full review on Bookaholics Not-So-Anonymous. This series starter has the youngest and only girl in the Weston brood, Lacey, falling for her oldest brother's best friend, Cooper Grainger. This was an entertaining take on the falling-for-your-best-friend's-sibling t Read the full review on Bookaholics Not-So-Anonymous.

This was an entertaining take on the falling-for-your-best-friend's-sibling trope, especially with the age difference being the widest gap I've come across in recent memory.

There were moments that I couldn't but think that Lacey was being rather selfish and reckless, not taking into consideration the consequences of her actions, especially since poor Coop ended up swooping in and saving her on more than one occasion. Of course, the fact that she's only twenty-one plays a part in her lack of maturity, but she does grow on you. Aside from Coop and Lacey's love story, the book introduces readers to the rest of the Weston family: Ethan, Marcus, and Jarrod. I know that Ethan's the oldest and Lacey's the youngest, but I'm not sure whose older between Marcus and Jarrod.

Among the three brothers, Ethan was easily the most memorable one because of his connection to Coop. It's pretty clear that there's something simmering between him and his close friend Jemima Jane "JJ" Ericson, so I'm definitely looking forward to reading their story, which is slated to be the fourth and final release in the series. This is shaping up to be a fun series, especially with the siblings having seemingly very different personalities, and thankfully, we don't have long to wait for the next three releases!

Thank you, Tule Publishing! Some Girls Do gets four stars. Sep 23, Janine rated it really liked it. When a lie gets blown out of proportion, could anything good possibly come out of it? Lacey Weston had her reasons for wanting to leave Brisbane where she was attending design school and go back home to Jumbuck Springs. But when she got home, her brothers wanted her to turn around and go right back. Cooper Grainger used to be Lacey's bother Ethan's partner and he was asked to keep an eye on Lacey while she was away from home and in school.

She might need someone's help and her brothers wouldn't be When a lie gets blown out of proportion, could anything good possibly come out of it? She might need someone's help and her brothers wouldn't be there for her. When Lacey comes to him the night after she breaks up with her boyfriend and says she wants to go home, Coop takes her. Coop didn't plan on getting caught up in the middle of a family mess, but when he saw them gang up on Lacey, he had to step in. Lacey had lied about being pregnant so her brothers would let her stay home.

When they demanded to know who the father was, Coop said it was him to put an end to the discussion and so they would leave Lacey alone. Lacey quickly becomes popular in her home town after she reconstructs a damaged wedding gown for a friend and the story makes it in a magazine.

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When dream job is presented to Lacey, she can't say no, even if it means leaving her home town and Coop behind and moving to Melbourne. She has to tell her brothers the truth about not being pregnant so she can take on this new job. But what will happen to the relationship Lacey and Coop have started during the time they have been living together? Sometimes you have to let go of who you love so they can be all they are meant to be. This steamy story is one not to be missed. Lacey and Coop were meant to be together even though Coop was a lot older than Lacey. The passion they shared was intense.

I can't wait to read the next books in this series. Sep 21, Irene rated it really liked it Shelves: The storyline was entertaining and it captured my interest from the first page, I didn't want to put my kindle down. The characters were likable and very relatable. I loved the chemistry between Cooper and Lacey. They were perfect for each other. Great start to the Outback Heat series, looking forward to reading the next book. Overall if you're looking for a heartwarming and entertaining read with characters that will touch your heart you'll love Some Girl 4.

Overall if you're looking for a heartwarming and entertaining read with characters that will touch your heart you'll love Some Girls Do. Thank you Tule Publishing via Netgalley for the advance copy. Jul 12, Angie rated it really liked it. Lacey lost her mom and her brothers pushed her to go to college.

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Lacey is kind of a wild child and when her brother puts his good friend as her babysitter while she is at college she gets irate. Lacey's brother doesn't realize that Lacey met her babysitter, Cooper, the week before. Cooper helps Lacey at school and when she tells her brothers a lie, he sticks up for her.

Cooper is a great guy that has had some bad luck. These two get close when they go to Lacey's hometown. It was a good ending! Jan 13, Sandra R rated it it was amazing. It was 35 degrees C at home yesterday. Why did I choose to read this book, when I was already hot in the first place, I don't know!!!

Aug 10, Lisa Swanepoel rated it really liked it. I really enjoyed this book. The pace and tension between Lacey and Coop was masterful. A great easy read romance with a super hot man to set your fantasies on fire, who doesn't love an honorable gentleman. Mar 11, Lesley Book Lover rated it liked it Shelves: An OK read, seemed to jump days or weeks suddenly, a bit confusing at times, as though parts of the storyline was missing.

Sep 06, Tracey Rosen rated it really liked it. Sep 05, Shari rated it really liked it. Jul 16, Rachel F. Allen rated it liked it. Neat Loved the story. Kind of first crazy love from sight type of romance. It was a great setup. Aug 21, Stefanie rated it really liked it. Makes me want to travel there: Mar 21, Hermione Daguin rated it liked it. I started reading this with the same expectations but as much as it was good, it was not good as Some Girls Lie.

Jan 30, P. Lacy Weston is a sister a younger sister with three older and over protective brothers who made a promise to their dying mother on her death bed that she would go to fashion college to be a designer.

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Her biggest problem is that she feels that no one listens to her, that she has no voice. Before she starts college she goes to a bar all dressed up and goes by the name of Tracy. She is having a great time when she meets Cooper Grainger, she tell him that it is her birth day and she is turning 24, n Lacy Weston is a sister a younger sister with three older and over protective brothers who made a promise to their dying mother on her death bed that she would go to fashion college to be a designer.

She is having a great time when she meets Cooper Grainger, she tell him that it is her birth day and she is turning 24, not her real age of He is 32 so to him it is no big deal. They have a good night and then he takes her to his place. The next morning she feels great but knows that for her this is only a one time deal so she leaves. He is wondering where she ran off to, but lo and behold his question is answered.

When his best friend and former partner, Cooper was a cop but retired because he was shot twice. Now his friend Ethan is in town to ask him to do a favor and watch his sister while she is going to college because she will be two hours away from home. You guessed it in walks not Tracey, but Lacey, and she looks nothing like she did the other night and she is not 24, but He holds together his surprise until after her brother leaves and for the next two years gets her out of jams, and fixes her car. He owns a shop that restores cars and is making a decent living.

Then she shows up at his door step at 2: She explains to him that she wants to leave school for a while and go back to her home town and would he drive her in the morning. He agrees and when they arrive they eat with her family and then the fireworks begin when she tells them that she wants to take time off from school. When they are alone he also finds out that she is not pregnant.

I think he likes that she drives him crazy, but he does not tell her, just like he does not tells her he is in love with her so she can leave for a job. This is a fun story with a lot of funny parts. Read the book to see if they get back together. I got this book from netgalley. Follow us at www. Feb 25, Leighanne Cooper nottingham rated it liked it.

I got this as a free book. It kept me interested throughout Jan 15, A. Cooper Grainger is a retired cop. Having a quiet beer at the pub he notices a girl playing pool.