Pick-up Lines [Paperback]

Michael T. Owens (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 15, 2004

Searching for a dream girl brings a self-proclaimed player more than he bargains for. Told from a male and female perspective, Pick-Up Lines introduces us to two twenty-somethings in search of happiness. At the onset, each tries to resolve the issues in their lives. For Leron, the complication is a one-nightstand who refuses to go away and whose psychotic tendencies flare when rejected.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...Gripping, dramatic, but with a large dose of humor that will keep you rolling." -- Karen E. Quinones
Miller, author of Using
What You Got

"A new voice-young and fresh...Michael T. Owens offers a hip new twist to boy meets girl." -- Victor
McGlothin, author of Autumn Leaves

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: La Caille Nous Publishing Company (January 15, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0971819157
• ISBN-13: 978-0971819153
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,033,174 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Gotta Get this ..., September 26, 2003

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S. Hudson "Avid Reader" (Tucker, GA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pick-up Lines (Paperback)

Leron King never imagined that as innocent as a one night stand could possibly be, this one experience would turn into a nightmare and form the basis of the entire story. Unfortunately this is exactly what happens and it is what keeps the reader glued to the edge of their seat to see just what exactly will happen next. Michael T. Owens has told a story that has captured the attention of the reader and keeps that reader firmly in his grasp until the end. A story with an unusual twist, Pick-Up Lines had me enthralled.

Leron goes to the club with the boys and they engage in a friendly competition to see who can attain the most phone numbers of the fine women. Leron engages in a few too many drinks while mingling with the ladies. He attains phone numbers and in the process gives his number to a special honey or two. Naturally the next day when his phone ring, he assumes that because she has his number and although he can't place her face she has to be decent. He rolls up to her Buckhead condo, (she lives well) still thinking its all to the good. Upon the answer of her door, he knew he was in trouble. Trying not to waste the evening and not wanting to ruin the streak of his lucky drawers, he partakes. The next day, after waking up in his own apartment the nightmare truly begins.
Through a cruel twist of fate, the psychotic one night stand winds up being more of a part of Leron's life than he feels comfortable.

Meanwhile, the female perspective of the story has problems as well. Michelle is engaged to be married and doesn't feel that her fiancé' is truly ready for what she needs. She's in search of her own, a promotion on her job, and a sense of belonging. She meets with Leron and collisions happen- both good and bad. An expose' in relationships, Pick-up Lines truly delivers.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Thin Line Between Love and Hate, September 12, 2003

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Shelley Parris "author/publisher" (www.shelleyparris.com) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pick-up Lines (Paperback)

Michael T. Owens gives us a good, clean, easy read! You are introduced to a one Leron King and his crew of boys who look forward to hitting the steamy nightlife of Hotlanta and getting the honies with those crazy pick up lines. The night life no longer seems to hold its lustre and after Leron wakes up one morning with a woman who makes him seriously consider joining AAA and taking up a life of celibacy the story begins to weave the tale of a twisted sistah who has been jilted one time too many. Sistah with the missing screws becomes affixed with making Leron's life a living hell. Even Freddy Krueger could not have given him a worst nightmare as Leron becomes the target of pyschos unimaginable plot for revenge.
Leron thinks he has given this one the shake. While getting over the whole sickening episode that leaves this one playa feeling violated and betrayed by the liquor that starts making anything after the 5th round look like Halle Berry, he runs in to the beautiful Michelle Barkley. Michelle is a sister who appears to have it all together, yet her fiance refuses to commit to her in every way. His job always seems to come first and he fondles the keys of his computer more than he does Michelle. Frustrated, Michelle is tired of playing second fiddle and when Leron appears and is able to slowly penetrate those walls, she lowers her resistance and entertains the idea of someone else that is willing to give her what her man isn't at home.
Leron and Michelle hook up, and it looks like they both might have a chance at something lasting, but the past has a funny way of catching up with you and always at the wrong time: uninvited and unannounced!

This story reels a cast of true characters that we either can relate to or we know someone like that in our circle of friends. It is a story about growing up, weighing the consequences of our choices and reminds us that most of the time everything that we are looking for can be staring us right in the face!

This high-paced drama takes some unpredicatable turns you never see coming. This is Fatal Attraction meets Thin Line Between Love and Hate! I enjoyed it tremendously and look forward to seeing this comedic romance thiller appearing on big screens soon. Michael has made his presence known... watch out literary world! Michael T. Owens is in the house! What will he think of next?!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I am in a selfish state of mind..., October 12, 2003

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Marian E. "www.bettmarr.com" (Central Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pick-up Lines (Paperback)

is how character Michelle Barkley put it as she rehearsed what to tell her fiancé Greg Colbert instead of coming clean regarding her involvement with main character Leron King. This story is all about the consequences that may follow when one comes from a selfish place. Following Leron's reckless one night stand it doesn't take long for life to fall apart for Leron and Michelle, whom both suffer the wrath of the 'woman scorn.'

Michelle goes running to her best friend, Tonya, with her troubles which could turn out to be the worst thing she's ever done, while Leron's ego won't allow him to tell a soul, not even his long time friend Femia whom had been his shoulder since childhood. He even goes home to New Hampshire to attend Femia's graduation and seeing her face to face he still doesn't fess up, but does take notice of how she has filled out! Tisk, tisk, is there now love in the air for Leron and Femia, maybe we will find out in Mr. Owens' next novel.

Michael has taken a lighthearted approach, where his sense of humor peeks through as he spins this fast paced tale of very real disadvantages of being a player. Written in first person and told from the perspectives of Leron and Michelle, the story unfolds in Atlanta Georgia, but could just as well be anyplace, USA. Michael's style alone is enough to keep you turning pages, but there is also an element of suspense, which I like that also kept me wondering about the characters. There are some areas that I felt could have been covered in depth for greater insight, but nevertheless, it is a well structured, light, and entertaining read filled with an assortment of colorful characters that you'll find yourself rooting for. It's like a romance novel from a male's prospective and I recommend that you read Pick Up Lines for yourselves.