Reviewed:
For anyone who has been around storiesonline.net for any amount of time, you have probably run into one or more stories written by Wolf. Currently (as of February 20, 2025), that author has written 63 stories (quite a record), and you can find his works on bookapy. In general, I find Wolf to be a good but predictable writer. One of my concerns is that the stories often push the bounds of credibility (i.e., everyone wants to make love with everyone else apparently at the drop of a hat).
However, after seeing a new book by this author (Temporary Girlfriend), it reminded me of an old story that this author crafted - Temporary Boyfriend. If you are a romantic at heart (like myself), then do yourself a favor and read it.
In short, "Temporary Boyfriend" is a really nice retelling of the Pygmalion tale. However, instead of a man crafting a perfect woman, we read the tale of Taylor who convinces a "player", Josh, to be her temporary boyfriend (someone that she can take back with her to show her relatives and family that she has a real boyfriend). What makes this story so appealing to this reviewer is that during its course, Josh "remakes" Taylor (uncovering the sexy person hidden underneath the "dull" exterior). Simultaneously, Taylor "remakes" Josh - she shows him the value and worth of having a committed relationship with one woman, instead of not being committed and playing the field. This simultaneous remaking occurs gradually over time - it is not pushed or rushed; it seems to evolve naturally and with ease. At the end, both Taylor and Josh have transformed a temporary relationship into a permanent one that helps each side grow and mature.
Of course, it would not be a Wolf story without some form of polyamorous relationship present. However, this aspect is not overblown; it is nicely tempered and ultimately realistic. The only problem that I have with this story is that it ends too quickly. We don't know whether Taylor and Josh have a family (this was discussed earlier in the story). The fact that I am noting this indicates how much I, as a reader, am vested in the characters - I care about them. This is a sign of a good story.
Overall, well written (some problems, nothing really serious); Wolf seems to know his way around a comma and a semi-colon.
If you are romantic at heart and you want an interesting twist on Pygmalion, then look up this story - you will enjoy it.