Gentle giant meets escort who doesn’t believe he’s worthy of love. And they live happily ever after ❤️
That’s basically the plot, but it’s so very romaGentle giant meets escort who doesn’t believe he’s worthy of love. And they live happily ever after ❤️
That’s basically the plot, but it’s so very romantic, that you can’t help but fall in love with both.
Admittedly, it took me a few days to finish it - maybe because of my hectic real-life-brain wasn’t able to slow down enough to fully immerse myself into this rather slow paced love story. Yes, they fall in love almost the moment they meet (Beau, the gentle giant, hires Trevor to pose as his boyfriend during a family wedding), but it takes them around 1 year (and around 50% of the book) to start being in a relationship.
While Beau is like a steady rock, unwavering in his affection and firm belief that Trevor is his other half, Trevor struggles, being sure that (through no fault of his own) he’s not worthy of love, and especially not worthy of someone as wonderful as Beau.
As mentioned, I struggled with it during my week, but as soon as weekend came, I couldn’t put it down. It’s… sweet. Loved the southern charm, the found family, home cooked meals and sunflower fields. There’s no drama to speak of, and I was all here for it. Because sometimes, it’s just lovely to have a break, and to believe that people who are meant to be together will eventually find their way.
Love is a gentle man that holds my battered heart safely in the palm of his hand. For keeps, I think, in the middle of the warm sunflower field. Beau’s elated smile widens against my lips, and I know without a doubt that I’m home.
What I liked about it the most is the title. But the rest wasn’t bad, either.
I mean… it’s a novella. 80 pages. You can’t expect too much relationship What I liked about it the most is the title. But the rest wasn’t bad, either.
I mean… it’s a novella. 80 pages. You can’t expect too much relationship development there, so all things considering, it was fun. It’s the story of 37yo Bennett, an architect from NYC who moved to Copper County (close to O’Leary, where another of May’s series is situated).
And 24yo Theo, who’s been trying to get Bennett’s attention for years, and who now (finally) succeeds.
I liked the way they connected over logic puzzles, and the way that wore Bennett down. A thing I want a fan of: Bennett thinking (and behaving) like he was at just double of Theo’s age.
Loved the first half, but sadly it fizzled out a bit towards the end.
I’ve been in the mood for something easy, and I’ve been more than happy to find oLoved the first half, but sadly it fizzled out a bit towards the end.
I’ve been in the mood for something easy, and I’ve been more than happy to find out that there’s an audio version with 2 quite good narrators out there (Tim Paige and Liam DiCosimo) - so imagine my delight discovering that it has one of my favourite tropes in it, too (anonymously texting and falling in love with someone you already know in real life).
And as long as they texted, I loved the book: it’s about Ren, newly single and looking for a rebound hookup, and Cole, the “rebound” who turned out to be the guy renovating Ren’s bathroom. I really loved their banter, and the funny situations they found themselves in. And the way it was sex positive, and without any unnecessary drama.
Sadly, the moment they discover that they’ve unknowingly been texting each other on an app (and started to fall in love with the anonymous stranger on the other side of their phone) it kind of fizzled out.
There was no drama, just Ren telling to whoever wanted to listen that he’s afraid of being in a relationship/getting hurt again, despite the fact that Cole had never given him any reason to doubt him.
It was… nice. 3.5 stars rounded up because the narration kept me entertained enough while I’ve been lazying around on my sunbed ...more
I really love books about more mature characters ❤️
After reading the prequel, I kind of imagined this to be a series about a couple of college friendsI really love books about more mature characters ❤️
After reading the prequel, I kind of imagined this to be a series about a couple of college friends who’re about to start their “adult” lives all over the country, just loosely connected to each other.
Imagine my (very pleasant) surprise when the book starts 18 years AFTER their graduation, each of them at a point in their lives where they’re ready to start something new. And that new path brings them all together again to the place where they spent a huge part of their college days: the old bar, that they decide to buy and turn into a gay bar.
This book is about Indy, the “love them and leave them” guy. His counterpart is Salem, a 28yo (femme ish twink) who’s forced to return home when his life in the “big city” didn’t turn out the way he planned to.
The attraction between them is immediate, and what I loved most about this book is that they’re 2 adult men, going after what they want. There’s no huge miscommunication, apart from the fact that it takes them (both) a while to realise that their “no relationship/feelings” policy is moot.
Another thing I loved: their “found family” and the way each of them is unique in their own way. I can’t even decide which book I’m most excited about, I really like all of them and want them to find their significant other (or, in one case, see what’s been in front of their eyes for 20 years).
It’s not a perfect, and I can’t even put my finger on why I can’t give it 5 stars - maybe the almost complete lack of drama? But I definitely enjoyed myself, and I feel like I got to know them. In fact, I want them all to be my friends in real life ...more
So much fun, despite the sometimes ridiculous and unrealistic plot!
The book is all over my goodreads feed right now, so I’ll keep it short.
Synopsis: 2So much fun, despite the sometimes ridiculous and unrealistic plot!
The book is all over my goodreads feed right now, so I’ll keep it short.
Synopsis: 2 political rivals crash with their plane somewhere in the Finnish wilderness, only to discover that they’re being hunted by some mysterious terrorists who want to kill them. It’s a bit like Castaway or Seven Days, Seven Nights, only that it’s a lot colder.
To start with the ridiculous parts: yes, I agree with those of you who pointed out the inconsistencies in their outdoor survival woes, but I decided to ignore them and enjoy the ride. I’d never start questioning Indiana Jones either, and that’s the frame of mind you need to be into to fully enjoy it.
I loved the banter, and all the Britishness when it comes to politics. And I cheered when Harry gave THE SPEECH at the parliament.
Side note: isn’t it lovely when a book gets you so invested that you get involved as if it’s real life?
The story around Harry’s marriage was awfully convenient though, so I can’t make myself rate it with more than 4 stars - still, it’s a lot of fun. Escapism at its best, and I really wish we have more politicians like these two, because a lot of the scheming around them hits close to home (how it doesn’t matter what policies or principles you have, as long as you feed the social media outrage to stay relevant).
Absolutely recommend it - can be read as standalone, but I’d recommend reading The Unlikely Heir first....more
Wonderfully nerdy wrap-up to the Horn of Glory-series.
First of all: should it be read as a standalone? Absolutely not. Unlike many other books by thisWonderfully nerdy wrap-up to the Horn of Glory-series.
First of all: should it be read as a standalone? Absolutely not. Unlike many other books by this duo, this series is not just set in the same small town, following different couples: we have a story arc that starts in book one, and that (thankfully) ends with this one. It’s not that I didn’t like it, it’s just that I think it might have felt a bit dragged out otherwise.
Did I enjoy the final book despite the nerdy talk? Definitely, although I can understand how it might be a bit much for people who’re not either into gaming or at least into computers in general.
I fall into the latter category - while I don’t have the time and patience for games, I’m familiar with all things computer related, even as far as understanding how encryption and the like work - and let me tell you, Lucy and May did their homework: the tech/nerd part is done pretty well ...more
2 very different, but equally strong characters being oblivious that a 26 days one night stand (or 28? More than 30? Or even 64?) is, in fact, a relat2 very different, but equally strong characters being oblivious that a 26 days one night stand (or 28? More than 30? Or even 64?) is, in fact, a relationship? Count me in ...more
I LOVED MateHub: Legend, so I was pretty sure I’ll love this prequel-novella, too. MateHub: Legend is about Richard Knotz,4 stars for „5 stars review“
I LOVED MateHub: Legend, so I was pretty sure I’ll love this prequel-novella, too. MateHub: Legend is about Richard Knotz, a legend in the supernatural adult film industry, (in)famous for his huge… personality ...more
Really good, especially considering this is a debut.
I’ve read my share of mm sports romances, but never one where both are gymnasts. And it was… fun. Really good, especially considering this is a debut.
I’ve read my share of mm sports romances, but never one where both are gymnasts. And it was… fun. If I were to compare it to other books, one springs to mind: not Heated Rivalry, which is in a league of its own, but Cold War by Keira Andrews. Both are about rivals, one American and one Russian, both compete against each other in various competitions, and both times the characters are on the younger side. But there the similarities stop - Danny is the epitome of a golden retriever, working hard for his goals, but still friendly and extremely likable, cheering and hugging and laughing with literally everyone - even the Russian team.
Sasha is part of said Russian team, and to say he’s overwhelmed with Danny’s attention is an understatement. He’s very… Russian, for the lack of a better term. Reserved, almost cold, but passionate about things - and people - he cares about.
Oh, and very gay. A fact that he keeps strictly under locks, not confiding in anyone for fear of repercussions.
Until… well. Until Danny steamrolls over him, and they start exploring this part of their sexuality together, which is a lot hotter than you’d expect from a NA book.
What I loved most (apart from their romance): there’s no sugarcoating, not when it comes to their training, not when it comes to homophobia (especially in Russia) of the fact that Sasha has to deal with setbacks because he’s only half Russian (his farther is Armenian, which doesn’t sit well with the Russian officials. There’s off-page abuse (Sasha’s best friend gets beaten up by his father when he’s not living up to his expectations). And there’s the ever present fear of being outed.
Nevertheless, it’s a light hearted, fun story. The only thing that keeps me from giving it 5 stars - it ends with a HFN and the next book is expected to be published in the summer of 2026 ...more
You know the phenomenon when you start yawning as soon as you see someone else yawn?
(In fact, I feel the urge right as I’m writing this review)
Same haYou know the phenomenon when you start yawning as soon as you see someone else yawn?
(In fact, I feel the urge right as I’m writing this review)
Same happened to me in this book. I really liked book 1, but this one - while very similar to the first one - just made me tired. It’s about the same couple, Justin and Dallas. Justin is recovering from the accident he had in book 1, still suffering from amnesia, his arm and his leg slowly mending.
And he’s tired. Which is understandable, but geeeeez. It’s mentioned 53 times in 156 pages, which made me struggle to NOT fall asleep along with him. And when he’s not tired, he starts to slur, and his eyes close, and his body sags against Dallas. And then both get emotional and start crying because Justin remembered something he forgot, and the cycle starts all over again.
While I adored both him and Dallas, and loved seeing Justin fall in love again and having all the second “first times”, it really, REALLY made me tired along with him. At times, it felt more like a journal that catalogued all the baby steps on his way to recovery than a romance.
Again, it felt so realistic that I can’t help but wonder if the author used this book to process something similar that she encountered in real life.
The narration is good, but I don’t think I’ll listen to the last book right away - I need something more “energetic” or else I’ll spend my next days dozing on and off again ...more
You know the books that are so sweet, you actually feel the sticky goo oozing out of your kindle?
This is it. It’s so very sweet and absolutely free ofYou know the books that are so sweet, you actually feel the sticky goo oozing out of your kindle?
This is it. It’s so very sweet and absolutely free of any drama, it should come with a warning label. It’s the story of Perry (Ty’s brother - we met him briefly in one of the FU books). Perry is openly bisexual, and he works as a bartender at Shenanigans, THE bar close to the FU campus that is kind of a common denominator in the FU books.
His counterpart is Theo, the epitome of a clueless Golden Retriever. It’s all very insta, and there’s no freaking out on Theo’s part when it comes to his bi awakening, or on Perry’s part when it comes to falling in love. It’s hot, even if the progression is pretty standard (frotting, jerking off, bjs - you know the drill ...more
There are many bad poly romances, a few good ones. And a very few select ones where the poly aspect feels almost inevitable.
I’m happy to report that tThere are many bad poly romances, a few good ones. And a very few select ones where the poly aspect feels almost inevitable.
I’m happy to report that this one is one of the latter instances: the relationship between Alex the “Tink”, Rowan the “Grizzly bear” and Finn the “Ginger bear” felt so natural, like pieces of a puzzle fitting together perfectly.
And that’s what I enjoyed most while reading the book: the relationship between the three men. Sounds a bit surprising, considering that it’s a series about men working in the adult film industry, right? Yes, it’s all very sex positive, but tbh even though we had a lot of sex scenes (in fact, the book starts with Alex hitting of Rowan on Grindr because he wants to get railed properly by a big bear), I mainly was here for the way they communicated, and how they were better together. No unnecessary drama thank God, just three men and a wholesome found family (tbh I skimmed some of the sex scenes that were a bit much for me…).
Almost perfect if you’re in the mood for a good old fashioned regency romance.
I remember reading this book ages ago, before being here on goodreads, bAlmost perfect if you’re in the mood for a good old fashioned regency romance.
I remember reading this book ages ago, before being here on goodreads, back then where I was in my historical romance era. And I remember loving it.
Did I love it again? Actually, considering that the book came out 18!!! years ago, I did love it surprisingly much.
Is it old fashioned, with a lot of very polite banter and with possessive and manly men, and blushing virgins who don’t know ANYTHING about “the act”? Yes it is. But it fits the time period it takes place in, even if we have to deal with a lot of stereotypes (the “wallflowers” are 2 American heiresses with a very ambitious mother, an (red haired, shy) orphan with an evil aunt, and Annabelle, the poor, dowry-less belle who will do everything to wed a rich man of the peerage.
Ofc things don’t go as planned, and after a heated kiss with Simon, who’s all new money and no lineage, she can’t go through with her original plan and chooses him instead.
I’d have rated it with 3 stars if not for
1. The narration. I’ve listened to the audio version and it’s done its share to put me into that “regency place” 2. And secondly, one phrase said by Simon - the “check mate” he whispers into Annabelle’s ear when they’re “caught” in a compromising position ...more
Unpopular opinion: I’m In love with Hugh. But disappointed in Oscar.
For all of the past books, I’ve been so excited on reading Oscar’s book, the guy wUnpopular opinion: I’m In love with Hugh. But disappointed in Oscar.
For all of the past books, I’ve been so excited on reading Oscar’s book, the guy who tried everything and everyone together. And maybe that’s one of the reasons I’ve been disappointed.
Let’s start with the lesser reason I couldn’t love him quite as I hoped I would. It’s Frank, his pet hedgehog. I guess I know why the author chose to pair him with Frank: Oscar is as prickly and elusive as a hedgehog, hiding his soft underbelly from everyone who might get close enough to hurt him. But - and I know it’s a me-thing - I just can’t get behind someone carrying a hedgehog in his pocket. It’s a no-go, at least here in Europe where hedgehogs are a protected species. Whenever I spot one in my garden, I stay still and I’m happy one of them chose to visit. Carrying one around… uh. No.
Then the fact that since they known (and hooked up with) each other, Hugh went on multiple dates with other guys (mainly because Oscar kept pushing him away and trying to keep it casual).
And that lead us to the third and main reason I didn’t connect with Oscar: he’s supposed to be smart. And in his late thirties (I guess), a savvy entrepreneur, a self made billionaire (because ofc he is). Why does he keep pushing Hugh away? I get the once burned, twice shy thing, but his self denial is on another level. You’d think he’d had some severe relationship trauma, but no. He just made sure to keep everyone away before things got too serious.
Hugh deserved better. With his endless patience and perseverance and love, I kept feeling that he deserves better than a guy that keeps pushing him away, or sneaking away in the middle of the night. But he kind of redeemed himself towards the ends with his “grand gesture“, so I’ll be kinder than I thought I’ll be for about 85% of the book.
That being said, I loved how this final book tied everything together, and how we got to meet the “old” couples. And I loved Hugh enough to rate it with 3 stars. I know many of you liked it better, but sometimes there’s that unexplainable chemistry between book and reader that’s missing.
As for the audio: seems like I’m warming up to Michael Dean. While still not in my top 5, he’s not a no-go-narrator any more, I quite liked his work here....more
Sigh. One of the books that might not be quite perfect, but still filled my eyes with happy tears and made my heart burst with love ❤️
Usually, shorterSigh. One of the books that might not be quite perfect, but still filled my eyes with happy tears and made my heart burst with love ❤️
Usually, shorter books don’t give their characters enough time for us to get to know them, or to develop feelings for each other. This one isn’t one of these books: while only 154 pages long, it made me feel things - happiness, joy, a little bit of heartbreak, and the fundamental belief in happy endings.
And all that, while featuring one of the tropes in not overly fond of: the dead ex. But the way it was handled here, full of love and respect, made me… well even if I’m repeating myself: it made me happy.
The book is about Colby, who lost his husband to cancer three years before, and who’s determined to try and find love again. And Eli, who works as an escort in his free time (he’s working on his PhD), and whom Colby hires for a week for “The husband experience”.
It’s… lovely. And it’s hot (I admit I had to google what “primal play” is about, but it seems that I’m very much into reading about it ...more
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