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Friends With Benefits
Meg thinks she is getting the best of both worlds when she and her friend Jeff decide to start having sex with no strings attached, until Meg suddenly finds that, strings or not, she has become attached to Jeff. The question is, does Jeff feel the same, or is there a new woman in his life?
40 pages, ebook
First published January 1, 2008
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Cat Johnson
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It all started in first grade when Cat Johnson won the essay contest at Hawthorne Elementary School and got to ride in the Chief of Police's car in the Memorial Day Parade...and the rest, as they say, is history. As an adult, Cat generally tries to stay out of police cars and is thrilled to be writing for a living. She has been published under a different name in the Young Adult genre, but released her first romance in 2006.
Today, she is a NY Times & USA Today best-selling, award-winning author of contemporary romance. A promo ho, she's sponsored real live bull riding cowboys and promoted romance using bologna.
--from the author's website
🎥 For Film/TV Inquiries Email Cat@Catjohnson.net
It all started in first grade when Cat Johnson won the essay contest at Hawthorne Elementary School and got to ride in the Chief of Police's car in the Memorial Day Parade...and the rest, as they say, is history. As an adult, Cat generally tries to stay out of police cars and is thrilled to be writing for a living. She has been published under a different name in the Young Adult genre, but released her first romance in 2006.
Today, she is a NY Times & USA Today best-selling, award-winning author of contemporary romance. A promo ho, she's sponsored real live bull riding cowboys and promoted romance using bologna.
--from the author's website
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April 25, 2010
From the publisher:
Meg thinks she is getting the best of both worlds when she and her friend Jeff decide to start having sex with no strings attached, until Meg suddenly finds that, strings or not, she has become attached to Jeff. The question is, does Jeff feel the same, or is there a new woman in his life?
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This free friends-to-lovers short story was very steamy. Jeff and Meg have been friends since 8th grade and f*ck buddies for the last 6 months, and both seem more than satisfied with their little arrangement... until he has sex with another woman. In itself, that shouldn't be a problem because they've never agreed on being exclusive, but Meg gets jealous and starts questioning their arrangement and her feelings for Jeff. Well, we all know how this will end, right? :)
Anyone who reads my reviews and/or my comments here on GR knows how I feel about cheating: I hate it. So even though I agree that Jeff didn't cheat on Meg, I can't say I was happy with what he did. Sure, that prompted the change in their relationship and led them to the HEA I can't live without, but I have my hang-ups and can't change the way I feel about it.
Note: A toy nicknamed Bunny and "backdoor loving" play big roles in the sex play, so beware if you're not comfortable with that.
Meg thinks she is getting the best of both worlds when she and her friend Jeff decide to start having sex with no strings attached, until Meg suddenly finds that, strings or not, she has become attached to Jeff. The question is, does Jeff feel the same, or is there a new woman in his life?
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This free friends-to-lovers short story was very steamy. Jeff and Meg have been friends since 8th grade and f*ck buddies for the last 6 months, and both seem more than satisfied with their little arrangement... until he has sex with another woman. In itself, that shouldn't be a problem because they've never agreed on being exclusive, but Meg gets jealous and starts questioning their arrangement and her feelings for Jeff. Well, we all know how this will end, right? :)
Anyone who reads my reviews and/or my comments here on GR knows how I feel about cheating: I hate it. So even though I agree that Jeff didn't cheat on Meg, I can't say I was happy with what he did. Sure, that prompted the change in their relationship and led them to the HEA I can't live without, but I have my hang-ups and can't change the way I feel about it.
Note: A toy nicknamed Bunny and "backdoor loving" play big roles in the sex play, so beware if you're not comfortable with that.
April 25, 2010
4 stars – Contemporary/Erotic Romance
This is a really fun, cute, hot quick read about a friends with benefits arrangement that has it's "no strings attached" rule shaken up. I like the author's writing style, and the heroine's b*tchy, snarky thoughts and lines were pretty funny. It's an entertaining, sexy read, especially for a freebie!
This is a really fun, cute, hot quick read about a friends with benefits arrangement that has it's "no strings attached" rule shaken up. I like the author's writing style, and the heroine's b*tchy, snarky thoughts and lines were pretty funny. It's an entertaining, sexy read, especially for a freebie!
January 11, 2012
Funny and witty read, guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
December 29, 2012
1 1/2 to 2 stars
Whoa! This book did not work for me. The heroine was a nasty piece of work (talk about a harpy) and the hero wasn't much better. I normally enjoy Cat Johnson's stories but I was disappointed with this one. .
Note: This short story is part of the author's anthology Cat Snips.
Whoa! This book did not work for me. The heroine was a nasty piece of work (talk about a harpy) and the hero wasn't much better. I normally enjoy Cat Johnson's stories but I was disappointed with this one. .
Note: This short story is part of the author's anthology Cat Snips.
November 9, 2010
It was a cute story of friends who don't get that they're perfect for each other, and start a friends with benefits arrangement, only to realize they can't just be friends, and that sometimes friendship might lead to love. My only complaint is that the story isn't long enough. I liked both characters, and would have hoped to see more of their story unfold. But a quick read, and very enjoyable.
November 16, 2010
What a sweet sexy little story.
I've always like friends turned lovers storylines and this little novella just hit the mark.
Meg and Jeff had been in a 'friends with benefits' relationships for quite some time. Meg takes him for granted, comfortable in the idea that he is just a 'call' away when she needed him. When she found out that he had sex with another woman, all of a sudden, Meg started to see Jeff in a different light. All of a sudden, she is no longer content with their current non-exclusive FWB relationship. The question is, does Jeff feel the same way.
I really like the characters. The story has a very realistic feel, even the way the two characters deal with each other. Really like the author's writing style.
I've always like friends turned lovers storylines and this little novella just hit the mark.
Meg and Jeff had been in a 'friends with benefits' relationships for quite some time. Meg takes him for granted, comfortable in the idea that he is just a 'call' away when she needed him. When she found out that he had sex with another woman, all of a sudden, Meg started to see Jeff in a different light. All of a sudden, she is no longer content with their current non-exclusive FWB relationship. The question is, does Jeff feel the same way.
I really like the characters. The story has a very realistic feel, even the way the two characters deal with each other. Really like the author's writing style.
July 11, 2011
I love this read, it was free, short, cute and I enjoyed the concept. It might have been 40 pages but it was worth the 40 pages. Meg thought she had the best of both worlds. Jeff is her friend and and her sex buddy that she though she could keep an emotional attachment from, until she thought he found someone else. Meg then realize maybe she does want more than the sex buddy relationship they have been sharing. Jeff felt the same all along, he was just waiting on Meg to realize it. Cuteeeeeeeeee I liked it.
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February 25, 2011
Meg has known Jeff since 8th grade and after a hot and steamy night they decided to become Friends with Benefits, Meg, setting all the ground rules. Jeff agrees and 6 months on things are still on a role.
Meg discovers Jeff has lingered outside their little arrangement, and she is unsure now as to where her first ideal plan - her Friends with benefits - Fuck buddies has gone. Sex with no string attached? She finds herself conflicted, unsure as to what she really wants. Meg decides that The friends with benefits deal needs to be re -evaluated but has Jeff found another to replace her ?
A quick storyline that flowed smoothly. I enjoyed the characters, and Even Megs bitchiness and Jealously ideally realistic in everyday life. Friends with Benefits was an enjoyable read fast paced from start to finish and with that little bit of smexiness to get your heart started.
First book I have read of Cats I like her writing style and will be definelty reading more of her work.
Meg discovers Jeff has lingered outside their little arrangement, and she is unsure now as to where her first ideal plan - her Friends with benefits - Fuck buddies has gone. Sex with no string attached? She finds herself conflicted, unsure as to what she really wants. Meg decides that The friends with benefits deal needs to be re -evaluated but has Jeff found another to replace her ?
A quick storyline that flowed smoothly. I enjoyed the characters, and Even Megs bitchiness and Jealously ideally realistic in everyday life. Friends with Benefits was an enjoyable read fast paced from start to finish and with that little bit of smexiness to get your heart started.
First book I have read of Cats I like her writing style and will be definelty reading more of her work.
January 7, 2012
A cute erotic short story about two long-term friends who "scratch each other's itch once in a while." Meg thinks Jeff is comfortable and predictable, someone to keep her satisfied until the real thing comes along, but when she learns that he's had a one-night stand with someone else, she turns into the jealous bitch monster from hell. (Hard to say whether her behavior is more amusing or annoying.) Of course it's clear to the reader that Jeff has been hoping for a real relationship all along and all ends happily. There's one sex scene (just about right for a book this short) and it's pretty steamy. This would be a perfect Naughty Nooner.
October 27, 2010
I really liked this short story about two friends 'with benefits'. I adored the writing style, the characters. For an erotica and a short story it had a nice and slight character development and even a little bit of depth.
It left me with a smile and a wish for my very own friend with benefits *sigh*
It left me with a smile and a wish for my very own friend with benefits *sigh*
October 8, 2010
Erotic Short Story
FWB is a great short story. starts with a booty call and goes from there.
Warning: it does have an anal scene in it.
FWB is a great short story. starts with a booty call and goes from there.
Warning: it does have an anal scene in it.
July 29, 2017
3/5
Hoy es el día de leer novelas raras, y esta se gano el premio… Aunque me reí; fue extraña y muy rápida de leer
Hoy es el día de leer novelas raras, y esta se gano el premio… Aunque me reí; fue extraña y muy rápida de leer
May 14, 2011
Friends with Benefits is a short erotica by Cat Johnson.
This story is about two lifelong friends, Meg and Jeff, who chose to enjoy a friendship with sex and no string attached.
Meg set the rules and after six months of great friendship and regular sex, Meg finds herself jealous over Jeff’s one night stand.
After sharing a hot and adventurous night of sex, Meg begins to wonder about her feelings for Jeff.She realizes that she really likes Jeff and discusses the situation with a friend and co-worker.
Meg gets the courage to ask Jeff over for dinner, but he’s busy and suggests another time. She’s nervous when they meet and Jeff encourages Meg to tell him what’s going on. They confess their real feelings for each other and become an exclusive couple.
This story is about two lifelong friends, Meg and Jeff, who chose to enjoy a friendship with sex and no string attached.
Meg set the rules and after six months of great friendship and regular sex, Meg finds herself jealous over Jeff’s one night stand.
After sharing a hot and adventurous night of sex, Meg begins to wonder about her feelings for Jeff.She realizes that she really likes Jeff and discusses the situation with a friend and co-worker.
Meg gets the courage to ask Jeff over for dinner, but he’s busy and suggests another time. She’s nervous when they meet and Jeff encourages Meg to tell him what’s going on. They confess their real feelings for each other and become an exclusive couple.
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April 22, 2011
In this free quickie, Meg and Jeff are sex buddies. When either of them feels horny, they call the other for no-strings sex. It's all working out fine until Jeff sleeps with someone else. It shouldn't matter to Meg, they aren't in a relationship, but it does. Does this mean that they can be something more than bed-pals or do they need to stop altogether before someone gets hurt!
I enjoyed this short story. It's fun, sexy and light and I recommend it to anyone. I liked Meg and Jeff and there was as much character development that you can expect from a quick read. The sex scene was certainly very hot but a quick warning to anyone who finds anal play objectionable as it appears!!
I enjoyed this short story. It's fun, sexy and light and I recommend it to anyone. I liked Meg and Jeff and there was as much character development that you can expect from a quick read. The sex scene was certainly very hot but a quick warning to anyone who finds anal play objectionable as it appears!!
October 4, 2011
Meg and Jeff have been friends since early school days, one movie night years later results in a "friend with benefits" deal. But now Jeff confesses he slept with someone else and Meg is borbarded with jealousy, which leads to her examining her feelings for Jeff. Predictable Jeff has changed, and she's afraid the change ( even though for better ) is due to him sleeping with another woman. Is there any chance Jeff might feel more for her as well or is it too late.
Includes some pretty darn hot 'not your garden variety' sex - beware! ;)
This is another free read from the author: http://catjohnson.net/free-reads-2/
Includes some pretty darn hot 'not your garden variety' sex - beware! ;)
This is another free read from the author: http://catjohnson.net/free-reads-2/
November 24, 2012
I don't know maybe I just don't get the "friends with benefits" thing. I have yet to know anyone or read about anyone that didnt "catch feelimgs". Plus I thought Meg was a real witch & that she took for granted that she was just that irresistable & that she would find someone first..(can you hear the sarcasm)... And Jeff seemed like a pretty good guy... He was alot more patient with her than she deserved.. SIGH..
January 30, 2011
This would have been a 5 star for me if it was a bit longer.
I loved the h/h and didn't want it to end. I would have reacted the same way!
This was hot, short, extremy sweet read. Can't wait to check out more of
Cat Johnson's work.
I loved the h/h and didn't want it to end. I would have reacted the same way!
This was hot, short, extremy sweet read. Can't wait to check out more of
Cat Johnson's work.
July 11, 2011
Very nice short story about friends-to-lovers (or in this case, fwb to lovers). That's a trope that can work well with a short story, because the characters already have a history.
This was a freebie at allromanceebooks, and it was definitely worth my time to read.
This was a freebie at allromanceebooks, and it was definitely worth my time to read.
July 13, 2011
Okay that was way cute! I don't normally give more then 3 stars for short stories, but I have done it twice tonight. Cat is an amazing story teller. I have enjoyed all of her books I have read and want to read more.
April 5, 2012
This has all the classic making of an erotic romance in a compact casing. This would be an excellent short escape book. This couple thought they would try the Friends with Benefits route, no strings attached. Of course that never really works in the real world.
May 13, 2013
I had big hopes for this book. I love the best friends angle and thought this would be a scorching hot read with one my favorite subplots. Instead I thought it fell flat on both accounts. I ended up not caring much for the characters, the sex scenes or even the tone. Blah!
June 18, 2016
Cat Snips
My Rating System:
* couldn't finish, ** wouldn't recommend, *** would recommend, **** would read again, ***** have read again
My Rating System:
* couldn't finish, ** wouldn't recommend, *** would recommend, **** would read again, ***** have read again
April 1, 2010
I like Cat Johnson's writing style and I like her characters. This is such a cute story and just was fun to read.
April 26, 2010
This short short story explores the changing feelings of a young woman who finds herself falling for her f*ck buddy.
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May 10, 2010where the heck is this book? i found it on my phone and tried to get it and now it's gone! can't find it anywhere!
July 11, 2010
3.5 stars
December 24, 2010
Good book. Funny in some ways but I liked it over all.
January 24, 2011
This was one of the better free reads I have read. I will definitely be reading more from this author.
February 13, 2011
I found myself relating to this story. Even though it's been a long time ago, it is a phase a girl goes through! :o)
March 24, 2011
Cute but short. Will have to check out more books by her.
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