Julia Toth's Reviews > Whiskey Neat

Did I finish this in less than 24 hours? I absolutely did! This is a low angst, quick and easy read that gave me all the good vibes, found family, banter, laughs, swoon and spice I wanted.

Indy and his 5 friends go back to the college town they met at and buy a bar, which they want to turn into the towns first gay bar. Salem also goes back to that town, which is his hometown, after things not working out for him and is in search for a job. A job which he finds by asking Indy and friends what they plan to do with the bar. From the moment they meet we feel the tension between them and things just escalate from there.

Salem is guarded because of his past relationships and it's not easy for him to be open with Indy. Indy on the other hand has only had casual relationships, thinking that is what he's made for. They both want to keep things casual, but that never works like that does it? I loved how they were each others perfect men and they still tried to fight it, even when Indy was jealous and possessive. I loved them together. They were swoony, cute, funny and spicy. There is a 12 year age gap, but you don't even notice it. I love how bossy Salem could be, but how he melted for Indy.

The cherry on top was Indy's friend group. Indy, Lowen, Ridley, Kit, Bane and Jerryn have known each other since college and you can see the history in their friendship. I loved all the banter and all the teasing and talks they had. They truly made the vibes of the book even better.

I loved how the whole story progressed and how everything ended. The spice was consistent and really good.

I'm excited to read the other men's stories when they come out. Safe to say this won't be my last Mia Monroe book.