When Skylar moved to the small town to finish his grad school, he left everything that made him happy behind to start a new adventure. That meant he kWhen Skylar moved to the small town to finish his grad school, he left everything that made him happy behind to start a new adventure. That meant he knew nobody, and the hobbies he had in Florida just didn’t apply. When nearly killing a small animal while getting in touch with nature, he meets a very single, very sweet, straight, older vet. Ezra was single and lonely because he found himself uncomfortable around people, and the one person he was close to had moved away. He had his kids, but it was time to find friends. He didn't expect the additional feelings that came along when he met Skylar; he could be a friend—maybe even more.
OPINION: This was a sweet, quick read. Both men seem wonderful, I would have loved getting to know both MCs more. Especially Ezra. He is quiet as a character but also quiet in the story. The romance between them moves quickly, and Ezra’s bi-awakening is a non-event, which I like in a lot of ways. Their love story is sweet, and it was very nice to see them find each other. They filled a hole in the other’s lives that made the story lovely. The kids and the pets were a wonderful addition to the overall story. It’s a fun read with fun characters....more
Aiden was a cowboy; he had learned everything from the older boy who picked him up one day when he was again walking alone on the road. From then on, Aiden was a cowboy; he had learned everything from the older boy who picked him up one day when he was again walking alone on the road. From then on, he and Seth, the older boy, were inseparable, but there was so much more than a mentorship between them; there was a bond that created a love over which they had no control. When Seth is faced with the ranch falling apart, he pushes everyone away, including Aiden.
Years later, Aiden finds himself on Seth’s doorstep, and the feelings they had are still there. Both made mistakes, and both felt unworthy. Together, they fought their feelings, their futures, their pasts, and each other until there was nothing left for either of them to push against.
OPINION: I didn’t cry, you cried. Every time I read one of these books, it gets me in the feels. This is the sixth one in this series, and I have enjoyed then all. This one has a lot of emotion, at least for me. They struggled, but the feelings were there, and they were going to figure it out. I loved this book and enjoyed the story and the couple. Each man has so much to work through, but you follow along and hope they figure it out. It’s a great take on best friends to lovers with a lot of ups and downs. I recommend this book and the entire series. They are all great. ...more
Keaton’s baby is an app for meeting your HEA, but it has turned into a hookup app. It’s not doing well for the shareholders and if he wants to keep CiKeaton’s baby is an app for meeting your HEA, but it has turned into a hookup app. It’s not doing well for the shareholders and if he wants to keep Cinderfella in his control then it’s time to do something unconventional. When trying to find his prince charming the conventional way through his own app fails he hires someone to fake it. Milo works as an escort and agrees to be the fake boyfriend of the billionaire, but things aren’t as expected on a lot of levels.
OPINION: We knew how this was going to turn out, but there were a lot of delightful moments along the way. As far as billionaires are concerned, I like Keaton a lot. He seems to have a generous spirit, and his sub side is predictable but still fun to read about. You get a decent feel for Keaton as a person, and I liked him very much.
Milo is unapologetic about his job as an escort, and that is nice. There is no hidden shame about his past. It is surprising that with the millions of dollars he now has, he doesn’t do more with it, such as moving his grandma to a better facility or even getting a better apartment. Regardless, Milo is charming, and I felt I knew him.
The story is as expected: falling for the billionaire you spend a ton of private time with. There are some nice spice scenes, but they are not super graphic. The text messages and conversations are a lot of fun, and the fact Milo embraces him spending his money is a nice touch. Why not enjoy it is the mantra, while they both don’t dare mention their feelings. They are both sweet, charming men who embrace each other and fall hard. Their path is straightforward with no angst and lots of sweetness, it's a lovely read. You won't be disappointed if you want a nice story about two great guys read this....more
Emmett is climbing the ladder at his job because he wants to make his father proud and bring the company he created back to what he would have wanted Emmett is climbing the ladder at his job because he wants to make his father proud and bring the company he created back to what he would have wanted it. To do that, he had to work for a bigoted boss, basically selling his soul; it was oppressive and painful but something he could do if he tried hard enough. What he didn’t need was a loud, opinionated football star messing up his world.
Every interaction he had with Storm Rosling was filled with frustration and anger because the man didn’t think things through before he did them. The fact he was forced into this man’s world because the Fixer Brothers were renovating his home just made everything… hard. In reality, this battle between them aroused him and apparently aroused the straight football player. What in the world is going on? The complication of being with someone like Storm was the last thing he needed.
OPINION: This is one of my favorite series. I liked every story, and the couples in them are wonderful. The group of guys that make up the “Fixer Brothers” are warm and supportive and everything you want in a friend group. This story started a little slow, and I was concerned I might not love it, but Raleigh didn’t disappoint. It picked up, and I found myself completely invested in their path. There is a whole opposites attract, enemies to lovers things going on here that I loved. There aren’t a lot of spicy scenes, but the ones included are great. I genuinely loved all the books, and this went right along with the others. READ this book. It’s wonderful; then read the rest of the series, too....more
Brandon and Andrew have been friends since birth, literally, and they have been through everything with each other—the good and the bad, the breakups Brandon and Andrew have been friends since birth, literally, and they have been through everything with each other—the good and the bad, the breakups and the hookups. Brandon just can’t find the right person for him, and after one bad breakup, they find themselves exploring briefly being together. It’s put aside for three years until they decide trying could be a good thing for them both when Brandon, yet again, is dumped. Can friends that are this close really be more than that? When Andrew gets tired of the limitations, there is a lot of pain and frustration that makes them both rethink everything.
OPINION: This is a lovely story of best friends taking their friendship to the next level. The bond between the two is evident from the beginning of the story, and seeing how close they are is lovely. The fact that Brandon had constant problems with his exes because of Andrew is easy to see since it's obvious these two are in love from the beginning; they just needed to seal the deal. Walking through their fears and figuring things out make up a wonderful love story that you will enjoy reading. It’s a wonderful romance with some great guys and a fantastic friend group. I found it an easy read with great guys falling (well solidifying) their relationship....more
Sebastian dances to forget everything, to feel his body, to feel the music. He is used to being considered an object, something for the night, somethiSebastian dances to forget everything, to feel his body, to feel the music. He is used to being considered an object, something for the night, something to be stared at for pleasure. It doesn’t mean he likes it, but he has accepted that it is how it is. He would like to have a normal relationship where a man wants him not only for his body but also to love, cherish, and treat him kindly and lovingly. Everything changes when he sees Luke, who has denied who he is for thirty years. Sebastian saw something different in Luke, and he wanted that and hoped he could have it.
Luke had made a promise to himself that he would never let people know who he really was. It was painful and lonely. When he met Sebastian, everything started to shift; the secret he had kept was confusing, his desires wouldn't be held back, and the need to no longer have secrets started to shatter.
OPINION: I liked this story a lot. Sebastian and Luke are a charming couple who are both trying to figure out what normal looks like for them. They both cast themselves in a role they weren’t happy in but accepted. Watching them break down their walls and demand better for themselves was wonderful. Each man really considered the other; there are a lot of great little moments. I felt I knew the characters and liked their stories, enjoying the book overall. It’s a good second book in the series....more
Ames is a cowboy through and through; he is doing what he wants where he wants, and he is content. He works on a ranch with good people that is a safeAmes is a cowboy through and through; he is doing what he wants where he wants, and he is content. He works on a ranch with good people that is a safe space for queer people young and old. New Mexico is his home and where he will die, but he doesn’t expect to be the guardian of a teenager, and that throws him off a little. He is determined to give his new charge the best possible life since he hadn’t, and it was his job. The new ranch chef throws him off even more because even though he wanted to not like him, he finds himself very attached and very happy to fall for someone he wasn’t expecting. As long as they find a way to be together, it will be perfect.
Nathan was licking his wounds after a financial and personal disaster made him find a job for someones, in a place he knew nothing about. Ames is the one bright spot and falling for him is terrifying. The one thing he knows for sure is Ames is the one thing he is keeping and everything else will be figured out.
OPINION: This is a sweet, low-angst story of two men who find each other. It’s not a hot, passionate lust, lust-filled relationship but a very mature grown-up settling into each other and knowing that together they are better men. Ames and Nathan are great men alone, but they are fantastic together, watching them figure out how to support each other while Nathan figures out how to have the life he wants with the person he wants without sacrificing his personal dreams. I enjoyed the story very much, and I recommend reading this for a feel-good book with some fun characters. The interaction with Sophie is fantastic, and you cannot help but want the best for her and them. It’s a good book; pick it up and enjoy another story by this author, whom I personally adore....more
Charlie works for a jerk and hates it, but to keep his mother in a facility he needed it. But the legitimate job wasn’t his only way of making money, Charlie works for a jerk and hates it, but to keep his mother in a facility he needed it. But the legitimate job wasn’t his only way of making money, he had a side hustle that brought in the rest. On one of his off days his friend convinced him to go out where he ran into Sebastian—literally. There was some spark between them immediately.
Sebastian was recovering from a bad relationship that left him damaged. His friends and sister felt like it was time for him to find someone at least to have a good time and get a little relief. With that encouragement he went out where Charlie ran into him.
The spent an amazing night together and Sebastian wanted more, there was a spark he wanted to explore. The universe seemed to want them together but even with that there is a lot that needs to be figured out before they can find a happily ever after.
OPINION: This book was a great read, giving you a great feel for the MCs and who they are. The age gap isn’t addressed as much as the financial differences, but you are aware that it is there. They get together fairly early in the story, and we navigate through the ups and downs of their relationship, including telling some secrets and making peace with demons. There is an amazing friend group that I hope to learn more about. There is some depth to the story and we go through all of it with them. I enjoyed the book very much and recommend it. ...more
Davey & Mack were made for each other; they are desperately in love, and they are their forever person; they are also divorced. Davey’s brutal work scDavey & Mack were made for each other; they are desperately in love, and they are their forever person; they are also divorced. Davey’s brutal work schedule was ruining their relationship. So Mack finds himself alone, and with Davey gone for 2 weeks at a time, he remains in the home with Mack. They figure out a normal when you are divorced from the man you are in love with who still lives with you. It’s not that simple. Looking for a way that they can be happy and love each other requires a lot of insight from them both, including figuring out how to be a couple again and not just roommates.
OPINION: I loved all the books in this series. I hate to see that it has come to an end, but it’s nice they have all found their HEA, even Art. All of the books have a common friend group, and you get to see what they are up to a little bit in this story. Mack and Davey’s story is a great one; they have to figure out their own stuff before they can be a good partner. The divorce, albeit terrible, really helped—even fixed—everything. The spicy scenes are so wonderful even though there aren’t a lot. I loved this couple just as much as I loved the others in the series, they love hard and hurt hard. Mack has a gentle, loving spirit, but he has lost himself through marriage and parenthood. Davey is driven and protective, but he has taken it too far. Going through their self-realizations is lovely, and I very much wanted to see how they figured things out. The final book in the series was not my favorite, but it's certainly very good. Do yourself a favor and read the whole series. You will love every single couple, including Mack and Davey....more
Cody Bilson has been married four times and needs to move out of town to get away from the jokes and his exes. Getting the chance to move to NashvilleCody Bilson has been married four times and needs to move out of town to get away from the jokes and his exes. Getting the chance to move to Nashville to start over was exactly what he needed, and he embraced it wholeheartedly. While moving, he realizes being with women is the problem here because he gets too attached and runs them off, so he is going to be celibate just to lock the whole starting-over thing down. He didn’t expect to become best friends with the Rookie, Miles Olsen, who attached to him immediately. What was unexpected was the best way to keep Bilson from attaching himself to another woman was to give him a way to get some of that tension out. Miles was down for it. The only problem was Miles didn’t expect to be the one to cave first.
OPINION: I’ve read all the books in the series, and I definitely have favorites. This was a nice addition with a double bi-awakening, some great spice scenes, and a lot of feelings. As always, there are some great laugh-out-loud moments, and you are immediately charmed by the couple. The side characters of Killer and the stones are wonderful, and you can’t help but genuinely enjoy the story and facepalm as they figure things out. If you like the series this is just another good book with the collective included....more
Mateo will never get over his ex, who happens to be his best friend. They tried, and because of him, they failed; he wasn’t ready to fully embrace whoMateo will never get over his ex, who happens to be his best friend. They tried, and because of him, they failed; he wasn’t ready to fully embrace who he was because of family, society, and his own fears. He spends his time wishing he could have his ex back and being jealous of the new relationship he is in. Unable to see the forest through the tree, Mateo meets Jamie, the very hot, very sweet, and very kind EMT who finds himself drawn to Mateo. Hooking up is fun, but when it becomes a regular get thing, waking up together and spending time, feelings happen, and one of them knows what they want, and the other is lost.
OPINION: I enjoyed this story. The main characters are well-developed, and I liked getting to know them. However, the reality of the situation is a bit frustrating. There is a lot of talk about Mateo’s model looks, but then it’s not just his looks, which is a dichotomy my mind had a hard time wrapping around. That didn’t detract from the story or from the great couple trying to find their way through Mateo’s mess. You walk his path to find a Happily Ever After, and getting there was a good story. There were some great emotional moments, and the spicy scenes were spot on. It’s an enjoyable read and worth picking up....more
Addiction is destructive, and Ryan has spent his entire adult drunk and high until he fell. He lost his career as a lawyer, destroyed the man he had bAddiction is destructive, and Ryan has spent his entire adult drunk and high until he fell. He lost his career as a lawyer, destroyed the man he had been married to, and had nobody left to call a friend. Even with all that, he couldn’t let go of what his body craved. Even when Logan, a man he knew he had chemistry with, reached out to save him, he still didn’t grab hold. Finding out everything he had genuinely accomplished was gone, it was time for him to figure it out or die.
OPINION: This is a deeply emotional book filled with the anguish of loss and addiction. Both of these men are in pain, and somehow, they find each other. Both are fighting to forget their past and walk toward a future. At forty-something, neither has truly lived, and neither has known happiness. I enjoyed this book very much. As far as my opinion, it is not an “easy read.” There is a lot of depth, very little spice, and a whole lot of emotion. This has been written as a love story that is wrapped around the struggle that these men go through. Reading their story and cheering them on is a joy, and you can’t help but want the best for them. You will have plenty of emotions, from joy to fear to heartbreak, and then all those feelings a second time. If you want something that takes you through a path of recovery where you get invested in the men, this is a great read. ...more
Nicholas worked hard to fulfill his dream of running a flower shop in the gayborhood, and he was happy with its success and the happiness his flowers Nicholas worked hard to fulfill his dream of running a flower shop in the gayborhood, and he was happy with its success and the happiness his flowers brought to everyone. The shop was popular and part of a wonderful neighborhood of queer people where he hoped to pay off his loans and maybe someday find love because he was a romantic. The only unfortunate part of the plan was the building he rented was inherited by someone they didn’t know, and the fate of his shop now stood in this stranger's hands.
Clay inherited an old building in a queer neighborhood from his grandfather, whom he didn’t know. He wanted to sell and get back to Missouri, where he would have the opportunity to start a crew and do things the right way. What he didn’t expect was to learn about himself, the building, his grandfather, and the neighborhood. All of this changed who he was, especially as he got to know the owner of the flower shop a little bit better, and they came to an agreement.
OPINION: I loved these two men, and that made me love the book. The epitome of a grumpy sunshine trope, they were special. I genuinely liked both of the men and felt like I had a good feeling for both of them. Each time they were together, it tickled me, and I loved that they had their lists and experimented together. They managed to kid themselves into thinking it was only physical and there weren’t feelings. It was just so good and so fun to follow their story. All of the people in this neighborhood are wonderful, and there is so much flavor to the book; I would love to see more stories of this community, like Gunther and the new guy over the Bear Bar… such a great book. Read it if you like a wonderful story of two very different but very similar minds stumbling their way into falling in love. There are some pretty great spice scenes, too!...more
Phoenix had everything he wanted. He was out from under his father’s control; he had his own apartment and a successful bakery. Even with all that, thPhoenix had everything he wanted. He was out from under his father’s control; he had his own apartment and a successful bakery. Even with all that, the ‘couple’ that came in every day fascinated—aroused—him. All he knew is he wanted them, both of them, and he knew it would never happen.
Burton and Luka had been friends since they were seven, they had tried to be lovers but then it didn’t work but something about Phoenix drew him to them. They knew that the three of them would fit together, and they were going to do exactly that.
OPINION: This was a quick read with some great MMM spice scenes. There was an underlying plot with Phoenix’s dad that kept the story moving along. The father was completely unhinged, creating a lot of drama because he didn’t approve of his son. The relationship moved very fast, but the love between the men was wonderful to see. But the men were protective of their men. The details about the food cooked by Luka and the treats by Phoenix were a nice addition. If you want a lovely MMM romance, give it a read. These guys are so very much in love. ...more
After losing his wife and being left with an infant, Titus spent years shutting off his authentic self and the world. It was easier and safer that wayAfter losing his wife and being left with an infant, Titus spent years shutting off his authentic self and the world. It was easier and safer that way. Until Pedro walked into his life, and he immediately felt something: lust and maybe even love. They came from very different worlds but shared a lot of the same things in life that men their age, only 23, never experienced. Loving someone who isn’t white and is gay isn’t the easiest thing to do in a town that is conservative and in the deep South, where the stereotypes originate.
OPINION: This is a lovely story of two men changing each other lives in the best possible ways. Coming from very different worlds, both have baggage that makes them ready to go off for a better life. This is a book about insta-love and insta-lust, which tells the story of living in a very different time. It’s a good way to remember how much the world has changed. Some great, explicit, spicy scenes fit nicely with the story. All the characters in the book are genuine and sweet. If you want a low-angst romance set in 1995, when things were different, this is a great story to dive head first into. ...more
Myles is an author who spends most of his time hunched over a computer writing. He sometimes changes his location by going to the local diner, where hMyles is an author who spends most of his time hunched over a computer writing. He sometimes changes his location by going to the local diner, where he sits with his ‘friends’ hunched over a computer. There are occasional hookups, but being transgender brings its own situations, so home alone tends to be the best solution. He is a little infatuated with the person who comes into the diner after clubbing, but that is a whole other issue.
Avery needs to find a room since his apartment is no longer fit to live in, and his landlord sucks. Finding a flyer on the wall of the diner where a lot of queer people hang out is luck. Of course, the flyer being from the hot guy at the diner does all kinds of things to an already overactive libido. Living together makes things different for both of them and what was never expected is found.
OPINION: This is such a lovely story of two people finding each other. They fit with all their differences. They find calmness and peace with each other. It’s a very low-angst love story with a lot of spicy moments. These two are fun to get to know as they work through their lives and find that having a person is a wonderful thing. The friend group is great, and you get a feeling for their families as well. I enjoyed reading this and recommend it if you love a good low-angst sweet romance book written at Randy’s, offers that in spades. ...more
Mercury lives in the lap of luxury; there is nothing he ever wants. Even with that, he has made himself a career as an influencer with a small group oMercury lives in the lap of luxury; there is nothing he ever wants. Even with that, he has made himself a career as an influencer with a small group of friends and is very successful at it. When he finds himself having to do community service as part of his probation, he realizes there are a lot of parts of life he has never really acknowledged. The incredibly gorgeous man whom he is assigned doesn’t hurt.
Nick is caught off guard when his charity is assigned a posh rich boy to work with them as a probation assignment. He certainly didn’t expect the man who embraced the cause and wanted to be better, which just made him more interested in the man. Maybe it was unprofessional, but it certainly was enjoyable getting to know Mercury more and nurturing something personal between them.
OPINION: I can’t help but love a book that makes me emotional. This is a great story of two men from very different sides of the tracks. Watching how Mercury grows and embraces something different and his desire to be a better man hit me right in the feels. As their relationship grows, you get more attached to them both, and you really want them to find their HEA and have everything work out great. The stories of the Bodhi house and the kids there are amazing, and I just couldn't get enough. I loved this book and recommend it as a great MM romance read....more
Ricky (Rhys) had to go home for his father’s sixtieth birthday even though the old neighborhood was the last place he wanted to be. His parents hadn’tRicky (Rhys) had to go home for his father’s sixtieth birthday even though the old neighborhood was the last place he wanted to be. His parents hadn’t exactly embraced him, but they weren’t fans either, so any time he was home, it was painful and difficult, and he couldn't wait to leave the second he arrived. When a childhood acquaintance who checked all his boxes finds him in his childhood bedroom and opens up a little more than intended, he realizes that this man's name might actually be what he is: an Angel. Introducing Angel to his world is dangerous to Rhys’s heart because you don’t fall for the straight boy even if he is doing gay adult movies for money.
OPINION: This was a nice story. Angel is so unassuming and sweet that you just want to package him up and keep him protected from the world. I was certainly glad he met someone like Rhys and not someone who would take advantage of his kind nature. Their love story is fun to travel with, knowing they are both very attached very quickly, even though it’s for different reasons—the other members of the camboy network and within the story, but not a distraction. There are some super spicy scenes that bring the story up that extra notch. It’s a fun book with an interesting spin on the camboy trope. ...more
The last thing Jake wanted to do was deal with a reality TV crew while renovating the Victorian house he had fallen in love with, but his boss and creThe last thing Jake wanted to do was deal with a reality TV crew while renovating the Victorian house he had fallen in love with, but his boss and crew are excited about the opportunity. What he didn’t expect was the very persistent and perky executive producer. Jake had never felt himself drawn to another person, much less a man. He was most certainly interested in him and in finding out what it's like to be with a man, even though it's a bit terrifying.
Just looking at the grumpy construction worker did something to him. He didn’t need the complication of a man while he was working in this small town, but with a little fun in his free time, he could get behind. He didn’t expect to find love letters in the old house that got his attention and made him want to dig further. Getting Jake on board to find out more wasn’t as hard as expected because there was an energy between them that couldn’t be denied.
OPINION: This was a great story. There is a bit if an age gap, sexuality awakening, lots of firsts with a man, plus a great love story through the found letters and between Max and Jake. These guys are happy to navigate through their feelings even though neither of them were prepared to be in a relationship. Jake falls into being with a man easily and Max guides him both enjoying the process. This is very low angst, slice of life, sweet romance. You can read it easily and feel good afterward because you just shared a wonderful love story....more
It was time for a change, another corporate buyout, another job hunt. It was just too much to deal with, and Indy had an idea, but he needed his frienIt was time for a change, another corporate buyout, another job hunt. It was just too much to deal with, and Indy had an idea, but he needed his friends to pull it off. Fortunately, they were ready for a change, too, so moving back to the town where they graduated college and opening a queer-friendly bar was what they did.
Salem found himself back at his parents' house, which was not what he had planned, but that was how it ended up. Flat broke, homeless, and jobless. Finding a job at the new queer bar in town was just luck, and it ended up being one of the best possible things.
Both men realize the huge changes to their lives might have been the best possible thing to happen.
OPINION: This is a great start to a series. I didn’t read the prequel, but I enjoyed this story regardless. This group of men is wonderful, and you immediately look forward to the stories that will be told about their lives. Indy and Salem’s story is great. Both men don’t want to be committed, but their bodies have very different ideas. Everything about the other is perfect, and the lust starts the second Salem walks in the door. Indy just can’t help himself, and Salem is more than willing to comply, creating some very nice spicy scenes. There are lots of great moments between them, but both continue to fight what their hearts have decided for them. This is a pretty low-angst slice-of-life story. It pulls you through with a great story, and seeing them fighting their obvious attraction and pretending there isn’t emotion is great. They can’t keep their hands off each other, and it’s a lot of fun to read. All the friend groups are wonderful, and you get a good feel for a few of them; there are stories there, I am sure. Getting to this Happily Ever After was wonderful. Definitely read this book. You will be glad you did....more
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