Judith's Reviews > Mud & Lace

Jay Northcote tackles the subject of self discovery/sexual identity and totally nails it.





After the introduction of drag queen,Lady Gogo,in the previous book I was more than intrigued to discover the man behind the make up and heels and Charlie was not what I was expecting but I absolutely adored him( he's definitely one of my favourite characters by Jay).





Charlie has always tried to hide his feminine side,never really having the courage to explore it.So when he has the opportunity to take part in a talent contest he can finally go there,so to speak,when he creates the fabulous Lady Gogo.But after the act is over and the make up is removed and the costumes put away he finds he's still not completely comfortable in his own skin.He starts to question his identity...





Simon (Wicksy) always considered himself straight but he's more than a bit fascinated by Lady Gogo.He knows under the hair and make up it's really a man and almost convinces himself it's ok because Charlie looks like a woman.He's never even considered the possibility of being bi or gay....

All Lady Gogo’s appeal for him was in her femininity— and she was an exaggerated version of femininity. So really, that made him extra straight.

They might have just started off with explosive sex,both living out their fantasies but how long before feelings start to complicate things and both men have to stop hiding.





Charlie slowly starts to accept/recognize his gender fluidity and I just wanted to wrap him up and hug him as he struggled with his emotions and what he felt comfortable with and not what others expected him to be.





The portrayal of Simon's struggle in accepting his own sexuality was very well done.I didn't warm to his character at first but I definitely understood him and I'm sure his character is very true to life. Coming out and admitting your sexual orientation must be extremely difficult.



Another great addition to this enjoyable series.


Recommend Read.


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