Eddie: Grime Doesn't Pay

Brothers Grime, Book 2

By: Z. A. Maxfield

Narrated by: Joe Arden

Length: 8 hrs and 32 mins

Publisher's Summary

Eddie and Andrew have dynamite chemistry. But Eddie is profoundly dyslexic, and Andrew lives to read. Andrew is pathologically disorganized, and Eddie likes things neat and clutter-free. Andrew is desperately ashamed of his hoarder father, and Eddie is embarrassed by his lack of education - secrets that could pull them apart even as a friend's tragedy brings them together. When Andrew's father's condition deteriorates and he nearly dies because of his compulsion, Eddie and Andrew must learn compassion begins with loving oneself because Grime Doesn't Pay.

©2013 Z. A. Maxfield (P)2015 Audible, Inc.

Another sweet love story...

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, so much better than I did the first one in this series. Eddie is such a loveable and sweet character, I just wanted to give him a great ole bear hug! Eddie and Andrew's journey had a few hiccups but for the most part, there was never a doubt that the two would not have a happily ever after. Each has to come to terms with certain issues and accept that the other will be there for them. Eddie's heart and Andrew's charm just made this a great book. Z.A. Maxfield gives you a story that all can relate and Joe Arden's narration brought the characters to life and encouraged the listener/reader to care for the characters. A definite recommend...

Good story. Good narration.

Really appreciated the way the author presented the subject matter. Pleasant read with interesting characters.

Love ZA Maxfield's depiction of human behavior

She writes so deeply about behaviors and conditions that other authors don't consider. My own Mom is just slightly a hoarder and I was so pleased to see address this issue in such a respectful way. I've enjoyed every book I've read of hers and this is no exception. Out of the ordinary, a worthy read. Or listen... Joe Arden isn't among my favorite narrators, a bit too monotone and slow for me. Not so bad that I avoid his narration though.

Cha Cha Eddie

The Story: 4 Pants Off I love ZAMs books so much and this one was a great addition to The Brothers Grime series. Eddie has the hots for his nieces teacher Andrew and luckily the teacher has the hots for Eddie. They begin a tentative relationship that turned out to be hot as fire which surprised the ever loving eff out of me. While Eddie does do crime scene cleanups this delved away from that and moved into the cleaning up of someone who hoards who happens to be Andrews father. That brings up a whole lot of issues and the men have to try and restore and already fragile bond. Also, they were hot fire together. Downside, I wanted more gore and crime scene cleanup. I love that ish!! The Narration: 4 Pants Off I loved what Joe Arden did here with Eddie. I swear I lived for that voice the whole time I was listening. It had that nice Latino accent but it wasn’t overdone just smooth and it left me in a puddle. This might be my fave Joe Arden Narration. Definitely would listen again!

Uncomfortable

I’m not sure if it was the narrator (not a fan) or the characters but Eddie and Andrew did not have any chemistry to me at all. There were parts in which I was actually cringing. Hopefully Gabe is more in tune with his detective...

So awkward

I didn’t understand this book. They were so awkward together. How are they in love? And how does a teacher not know the signs of a learning disability?!? Andrew is so whiny. I didn’t feel the chemistry at all.

Good Read

This is the first book I read/listen from ZAM. I enjoyed the story and liked a lot all of the characters. The narrator did a good job, however at times it was difficult knowing which character was speaking. Overall it was a good book.

Real People, Real Problems, Real Love

Even better than the first Grime Brothers book. I'm rather excited to see what happens next, but I hope to hear more about Uncle Chacha and his teacher in the future. The narrator did the voices true justice and the story makes you want to meet the characters.

Good story. Good narration.

All likable characters. A sweet story that’s not filled with murders and intrigue. And no annoying music between the chapters, thank goodness. Narrator was great.

so good NEED #3

loved both one and two hoping number three is on its way soon. please dont leave us hanging