The winner is Andrea! Many thanks once again to Alex for the contest!
Saturday, 2 June 2012
Thursday, 31 May 2012
Review: Something Like Summer by Jay Bell
Publisher: Jay Bell Books
Length: Novel
Requested
Length: Novel
Requested
Blurb: Love, like everything in the universe, cannot be destroyed. But over time it can
change.
The hot Texas nights were lonely for Ben before his heart began beating to the rhythm of two words; Tim Wyman. By all appearances, Tim had the perfect body and ideal life, but when a not-so-accidental collision brings them together, Ben discovers that the truth is rarely so simple. If winning Tim’s heart was an impossible quest, keeping it would prove even harder as family, society, and emotion threaten to tear them apart.
Something Like Summer is a love story spanning a decade and beyond as two boys discover what it means to be friends, lovers, and sometimes even enemies.
The hot Texas nights were lonely for Ben before his heart began beating to the rhythm of two words; Tim Wyman. By all appearances, Tim had the perfect body and ideal life, but when a not-so-accidental collision brings them together, Ben discovers that the truth is rarely so simple. If winning Tim’s heart was an impossible quest, keeping it would prove even harder as family, society, and emotion threaten to tear them apart.
Something Like Summer is a love story spanning a decade and beyond as two boys discover what it means to be friends, lovers, and sometimes even enemies.
Reviewed by Stacey Jo: This has to be by far, one of my favorite books I’ve read in a while. It certainly has a place on my “all-time favorites shelf”. I loved it that much. And it’s being made into a movie. That, I can’t wait to see! This story spans a decade in the lives of Ben and Tim. It starts when they are sixteen, and in high school together in Texas. Tim is the gorgeous, popular, jock type, while Ben is the quiet one. Ben has been quietly lusting after and halfway stalking Tim over the summer. When school starts, Ben hopes to have a class with Tim, but no such luck. However, through an accident caused by Ben, he gets the chance to spend enough time alone with Tim to become friends and eventually for them to become lovers. But it’s hard for Ben to deal with their hidden relationship because he is completely out of the closet and Tim is as far back in the closet as one can get, so much so, that Tim’s not even willing to admit he’s gay, not even to Ben. Tim even switches high schools his senior year to avoid his feelings for Ben. Ben, through the help of his ever present best friend, Allison, puts the fragments of his heart back together and heads off to college in Chicago.
After spending some time in Chicago and discovering that the idea of snow is way better than the reality and suffering from loneliness and missing his best friend Allison, it isn’t hard for her to talk him into transferring to her school in Texas when he comes back home to help her with some personal matters. He’s also been suffering from a string of deadbeat boyfriends, some who have been real sleaze balls. On his way home, he meets Jace, a flight attendant, who asks him out. He starts dating Jace and things work out for them. Jace is the first guy he’s dated who proves to be a really good guy. Jace is an absolute sweetheart. He’s a little older than Ben but he’s settled so he’s willing to help Ben get settled and he wants to spend the rest of his life with Ben. Things are going great for Ben and Jace… and then enters Tim. Little did Ben know but Tim had contacted Allison and he had kept tabs on where Ben was during college. I wasn’t very happy with Allison about that, although she didn’t try to hook them up. She just allowed Tim to know where Ben was. But she should have let Ben know this I thought, seeing as how close she was to Ben. Tim confronts Ben one day and despite how in love Ben is with Jace, it’s clear that he never got over his feelings for Tim and it all comes back to him. Tim is now living openly gay and the one thing he wants is Ben and he’ll pretty much do anything in his desperation to get Ben back. Tim creates problems in his persistence for Ben with Ben and Jace. Ben basically is totally confused at this point about his feelings for Jace and he doesn’t handle his confusion well… so to speak. I’ll leave it at that. I don’t want to say anything else about Jace and Tim because to do so would be to divulge some pretty big spoilers. Suffice it to say this is one of the very few books that made me cry.
This book was extremely well written. It spans a decade, but it felt seamless to me when it moved forward in time. There was a great deal of angst in the story, as there always is when someone is in denial. You also get a rollercoaster ride of other emotions from absolute sadness and heartbreak to complete hope and jubilation. It almost feels epic in that you watch Ben’s life unfold. I, for one, will be reading this one over and over and over again. I can only hope that there would be a sequel.
A+
Friday, 25 May 2012
Alex Carreras 2 Book Giveaway Contest
Alex Carreras is putting two of his titles up for grabs to one lucky commenter. All you have to do is leave a message below including your email. Good luck! The contest will run for one week.
[Siren Classic ManLove: Erotic Alternative Cowboy Romance, M/M]
What happens when two men find themselves working together on the same farm in the heat of the summer for two very different reasons?
Hunter Cross receives a call that his mother needs his help. Returning to the farm where he once lived, Hunter hides his homosexuality behind hard work and quiet country nights with no temptation in sight…or so he thought.
Travis Mitchell is stuck on the family farm after almost flunking his freshman year of college and wrecking his parents' car while receiving head from the captain of his high school soccer team. Tired of his irresponsible ways, they give him an ultimatum: either pay for the repairs on the car by working off the debt on the farm or he pays his own way sophomore year.
Between fistfights and hot summer nights, they find the unexpected in each other, but at what cost?
[Siren Classic ManLove: Erotic Alternative Romance, M/M, HEA]
After receiving a breakup text from his partner, Jaxson Mitchell was devastated. While waiting to board a plane for Spain with his boss, Dr. Chase Cameron, Jaxson finally receives a phone call explaining that his ex is moving out…and moving in with their personal trainer, Sergei. It seems that everything he thought he knew, he didn't.
Under normal circumstances, a trip to Barcelona, Spain, would be exciting even if it was for work, but why with his boss? And why does he have to look so good in his scrubs?
With no resolution, Jaxson boards the plane wishing for the best. But in the land of sangria, sandy beaches, and hot, sultry men, be careful what you wish for because it might just come true.
From departure to arrival, Jaxson Mitchell is torn between two different men in two countries, and he must decide which man he wants…or which wants him.
Alex can be found online at: http://alexcarreraswrites.blogspot.ca/
What happens when two men find themselves working together on the same farm in the heat of the summer for two very different reasons?
Hunter Cross receives a call that his mother needs his help. Returning to the farm where he once lived, Hunter hides his homosexuality behind hard work and quiet country nights with no temptation in sight…or so he thought.
Travis Mitchell is stuck on the family farm after almost flunking his freshman year of college and wrecking his parents' car while receiving head from the captain of his high school soccer team. Tired of his irresponsible ways, they give him an ultimatum: either pay for the repairs on the car by working off the debt on the farm or he pays his own way sophomore year.
Between fistfights and hot summer nights, they find the unexpected in each other, but at what cost?
After receiving a breakup text from his partner, Jaxson Mitchell was devastated. While waiting to board a plane for Spain with his boss, Dr. Chase Cameron, Jaxson finally receives a phone call explaining that his ex is moving out…and moving in with their personal trainer, Sergei. It seems that everything he thought he knew, he didn't.
Under normal circumstances, a trip to Barcelona, Spain, would be exciting even if it was for work, but why with his boss? And why does he have to look so good in his scrubs?
With no resolution, Jaxson boards the plane wishing for the best. But in the land of sangria, sandy beaches, and hot, sultry men, be careful what you wish for because it might just come true.
From departure to arrival, Jaxson Mitchell is torn between two different men in two countries, and he must decide which man he wants…or which wants him.
Alex can be found online at: http://alexcarreraswrites.blogspot.ca/
Saturday, 19 May 2012
Review: Woodland Village 3: John's Match by Viki Lyn
Publisher: Musa Publishing
Length: Novella
Requested
John Kramer discovers two guys humping on the hood of his Ferrari in the parking lot of the local gay bar. When he finds one of the pair alone and in a drunken stupor, John drives him home. To his surprise, the young man’s father is his new next door neighbor, Scott Marwick. Tempers flare when Scott accuses John of getting his son inebriated and taking advantage of him. John plans to never see the man again.
Then John’s boss flips out when he finds out the jerk next door is Scott Marwick, a temperamental, but famous fantasy writer. The elusive author could save their company from financial ruin if they can get him to sign over his characters for a computer game. Ryan insists John befriend Scott, show him around the Village and get him to agree to a meeting.
The last thing Scott needs is friends. He moved to Woodland Village to forget about the past and to write. Since his partner’s death three years ago, he hasn’t written one word, and his agent, publisher, and fans are clamoring for the final book of his award-winning series. His life is spiraling out of control and he doesn’t know if he can finish his series. He doesn’t need the complication of love and he certainly wouldn’t associate his name with a computer game.
But when John’s life begins to fall apart, Scott must decide where his loyalties lie—with John or his principles.
Reviewed by Stacey Jo: This is the third book in the Woodland Village Series by Viki Lyn and this one features John Kramer who we first saw in the second book. John is the CFO of Ryan's (of the second book) electronic gaming company, Fantasy Arts. Although this book could be read as a stand alone, there are references to characters of the first two and things that would make better sense to the reader if they had read the previous books of the series.
John first meets Scott Marwick when he brings his drunk son home after meeting up with him at the local gay bar. John is surprised to discover that the drunk boy lives next door, where the new guy just moved in. Scott thinks John got his son drunk with the intentions of taking advantage of a younger man despite his son and John trying to explain to him otherwise. Needless to say, their first meeting is a disaster and John has no desire to Scott ever again.
But Scott's son asks John to keep an eye on his dad who is having a hard time dealing with some issues in his life, so when John begrudgingly stops by after no one has seen or heard from Scott for a while, he finds him in a bad spot which brings back a lot of bad memories for John. They start to build a slow and tentative friendship. It's hard though when one has serious trust issues and is holding onto anger. It doesn't help that Ryan is pressuring John to get Scott to sign over the rights of his fantasy characters to try to help get Fantasy Arts out of the red. This shouldn't be a big deal but it is when Scott detests gaming. This whole situation blows up because of a misunderstanding but Scott, in the end, makes a very sweet gesture to make amends, which plays into our happily ever after.
This was overall a very sweet story. John and Scott made a great couple that were pretty hot together although you wanted to choke them sometimes. They both had quite a bit of baggage. The story dealt a lot with having trust issues and letting go of past hurts so as to learn to live again. It was well written, as were the first two books in this series. This one wrapped up all three couples in Woodland Village. Unless someone else moves to the Village, it looks to me like this series could be complete. This one put a nice and tidy bow on the package.
A
Length: Novella
Requested
Blurb: Fantasy writer Scott Marwick just might be John’s financial savior if John can convince Scott to sign over the character rights for a new computer game. John befriends Scott for one purpose -- to get him to sign -- never planning on falling in love. When John shatters Scott’s trust, can Scott forgive and move on from his past mistakes?
John Kramer discovers two guys humping on the hood of his Ferrari in the parking lot of the local gay bar. When he finds one of the pair alone and in a drunken stupor, John drives him home. To his surprise, the young man’s father is his new next door neighbor, Scott Marwick. Tempers flare when Scott accuses John of getting his son inebriated and taking advantage of him. John plans to never see the man again.
Then John’s boss flips out when he finds out the jerk next door is Scott Marwick, a temperamental, but famous fantasy writer. The elusive author could save their company from financial ruin if they can get him to sign over his characters for a computer game. Ryan insists John befriend Scott, show him around the Village and get him to agree to a meeting.
The last thing Scott needs is friends. He moved to Woodland Village to forget about the past and to write. Since his partner’s death three years ago, he hasn’t written one word, and his agent, publisher, and fans are clamoring for the final book of his award-winning series. His life is spiraling out of control and he doesn’t know if he can finish his series. He doesn’t need the complication of love and he certainly wouldn’t associate his name with a computer game.
But when John’s life begins to fall apart, Scott must decide where his loyalties lie—with John or his principles.
Reviewed by Stacey Jo: This is the third book in the Woodland Village Series by Viki Lyn and this one features John Kramer who we first saw in the second book. John is the CFO of Ryan's (of the second book) electronic gaming company, Fantasy Arts. Although this book could be read as a stand alone, there are references to characters of the first two and things that would make better sense to the reader if they had read the previous books of the series.
John first meets Scott Marwick when he brings his drunk son home after meeting up with him at the local gay bar. John is surprised to discover that the drunk boy lives next door, where the new guy just moved in. Scott thinks John got his son drunk with the intentions of taking advantage of a younger man despite his son and John trying to explain to him otherwise. Needless to say, their first meeting is a disaster and John has no desire to Scott ever again.
But Scott's son asks John to keep an eye on his dad who is having a hard time dealing with some issues in his life, so when John begrudgingly stops by after no one has seen or heard from Scott for a while, he finds him in a bad spot which brings back a lot of bad memories for John. They start to build a slow and tentative friendship. It's hard though when one has serious trust issues and is holding onto anger. It doesn't help that Ryan is pressuring John to get Scott to sign over the rights of his fantasy characters to try to help get Fantasy Arts out of the red. This shouldn't be a big deal but it is when Scott detests gaming. This whole situation blows up because of a misunderstanding but Scott, in the end, makes a very sweet gesture to make amends, which plays into our happily ever after.
This was overall a very sweet story. John and Scott made a great couple that were pretty hot together although you wanted to choke them sometimes. They both had quite a bit of baggage. The story dealt a lot with having trust issues and letting go of past hurts so as to learn to live again. It was well written, as were the first two books in this series. This one wrapped up all three couples in Woodland Village. Unless someone else moves to the Village, it looks to me like this series could be complete. This one put a nice and tidy bow on the package.
A
Monday, 14 May 2012
Review: Woodland Village 2: Ryan's Harbor by Viki Lyn
Publisher: Musa Publishing
Length: Novella
Requested
Blurb: One-nighters and pretty women don’t give Ryan that buzz it once did, but his architect certainly does, but will Martin's guilt over his brother’s death split them apart?
The boys of Woodland Village are back. This time it's Drew's brother, Ryan Adams, that's going through a crisis of doubt. He's always been the guy who breezed through relationships, never getting serious with the women he dates. He doesn't know why, but one-night stands and pretty women don't seem to give him that buzz like before.
Then one night, at his brother's barbecue, he encounters Drew's assistant, Martin Pierson. Martin agrees to design Ryan's new building for his gaming company - Fantasy Arts. As they spend time together in and out of the office, their working relationship grows into friendship and something more. But Martin can’t forgive himself for causing his brother’s death to allow for love. Ryan wants to be Martin’s safe harbor, a steadfast place where Martin can heal his heart. But can Martin put his trust in the notorious playboy of Woodland Village?
Reviewed by Stacey Jo: This is the second book in the Woodland Village series by Viki Lyn. This one featured Ryan Adams, Drew's younger brother and Martin Pierson, Drew's architect assistant, both smaller characters from the first book. We get to see a little of Drew and Skye in this second book.
Ryan has the reputation of a player with the ladies, although he has a secret in his past. He meets Martin at Drew and Skye's BBQ and it ends up that Martin will be the one to design Ryan's new building for his video gaming company. They spend a lot of time together in the process and Martin realizes very early on that he's falling for Ryan, but he doesn't want to jeopardize his job by starting something with the bosses brother or with a seemingly straight man who will only break his heart when he refused, in the end, to commit to a gay relationship. Martin even devises a clever way to try to end their relationship, or whatever they might be calling it at such an early stage, with the help of his sister, but Ryan refuses to let Martin crush what they could have. Meanwhile, Martin has to leave the state to exorcise some personal demons of his own. Ryan realizes how much Martin needs him and makes a grand gesture in going after him. In the end, Ryan's persistence and charm prove too much for Martin to withstand and he finally accepts that he and Ryan could make a great couple.
First of all, you don't have to read the first book in order for this book to make sense, although I would suggest it. There are bits and pieces, and little references, that will make so much more sense if you've read the first. This one also has a good bit of angst with Ryan chasing after Martin, once he decides, and then Martin doing everything to end what they've just started. It's a well crafted story with the same lovable cast of character that we met in the first book. A big theme of this book is also redemption or personal forgiveness, as both of them have a lot eating at them.
I did have two problems, or more like issues with this book. The problems between Martin and his dad felt unresolved. That was a big hangup for Martin and I don't remember there being any type of real resolution. And I think the story should have gone on just a little longer. Or here would have been an excellent place for an epilogue, They haven't returned back home yet so we're not sure how people will react to them as a couple and how that will affect Ryan's and how he views them as a couple. Sure, he says he's there for good, but when he's faced with coming out as a gay man, or at least bi, can he truly handle it. An epilogue, say six months or a year later, would have been the perfect way to show that Martin and Ryan were doing well together and wrap up any lose ends such as the issues in Martin's life.
Despite any issues I may have had, and they were minor, this was another well written book by Vicki Lynn. The dialogue was tight. The characters are endearing and lovable. The sex is hot. This is definitely and author worth looking into.
A
Length: Novella
Requested
Blurb: One-nighters and pretty women don’t give Ryan that buzz it once did, but his architect certainly does, but will Martin's guilt over his brother’s death split them apart?
The boys of Woodland Village are back. This time it's Drew's brother, Ryan Adams, that's going through a crisis of doubt. He's always been the guy who breezed through relationships, never getting serious with the women he dates. He doesn't know why, but one-night stands and pretty women don't seem to give him that buzz like before.
Then one night, at his brother's barbecue, he encounters Drew's assistant, Martin Pierson. Martin agrees to design Ryan's new building for his gaming company - Fantasy Arts. As they spend time together in and out of the office, their working relationship grows into friendship and something more. But Martin can’t forgive himself for causing his brother’s death to allow for love. Ryan wants to be Martin’s safe harbor, a steadfast place where Martin can heal his heart. But can Martin put his trust in the notorious playboy of Woodland Village?
Reviewed by Stacey Jo: This is the second book in the Woodland Village series by Viki Lyn. This one featured Ryan Adams, Drew's younger brother and Martin Pierson, Drew's architect assistant, both smaller characters from the first book. We get to see a little of Drew and Skye in this second book.
Ryan has the reputation of a player with the ladies, although he has a secret in his past. He meets Martin at Drew and Skye's BBQ and it ends up that Martin will be the one to design Ryan's new building for his video gaming company. They spend a lot of time together in the process and Martin realizes very early on that he's falling for Ryan, but he doesn't want to jeopardize his job by starting something with the bosses brother or with a seemingly straight man who will only break his heart when he refused, in the end, to commit to a gay relationship. Martin even devises a clever way to try to end their relationship, or whatever they might be calling it at such an early stage, with the help of his sister, but Ryan refuses to let Martin crush what they could have. Meanwhile, Martin has to leave the state to exorcise some personal demons of his own. Ryan realizes how much Martin needs him and makes a grand gesture in going after him. In the end, Ryan's persistence and charm prove too much for Martin to withstand and he finally accepts that he and Ryan could make a great couple.
First of all, you don't have to read the first book in order for this book to make sense, although I would suggest it. There are bits and pieces, and little references, that will make so much more sense if you've read the first. This one also has a good bit of angst with Ryan chasing after Martin, once he decides, and then Martin doing everything to end what they've just started. It's a well crafted story with the same lovable cast of character that we met in the first book. A big theme of this book is also redemption or personal forgiveness, as both of them have a lot eating at them.
I did have two problems, or more like issues with this book. The problems between Martin and his dad felt unresolved. That was a big hangup for Martin and I don't remember there being any type of real resolution. And I think the story should have gone on just a little longer. Or here would have been an excellent place for an epilogue, They haven't returned back home yet so we're not sure how people will react to them as a couple and how that will affect Ryan's and how he views them as a couple. Sure, he says he's there for good, but when he's faced with coming out as a gay man, or at least bi, can he truly handle it. An epilogue, say six months or a year later, would have been the perfect way to show that Martin and Ryan were doing well together and wrap up any lose ends such as the issues in Martin's life.
Despite any issues I may have had, and they were minor, this was another well written book by Vicki Lynn. The dialogue was tight. The characters are endearing and lovable. The sex is hot. This is definitely and author worth looking into.
A
Thursday, 10 May 2012
Review: Sounds of Love by Susan Laine
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Length: Novel
Requested
Police officer Jordan Waters is recovering from a shooting by moving to a new apartment in a new town and taking a new job. In other words, he’s lonely. His first instinct is to relieve his anxiety through uncomplicated sex—until he meets a man so far out of his league and experience that he stumbles for the first time.
Police volunteer Sebastian Sumner may be deaf, but his spirit, openness, and sense of humor give him the strength to get through anything—even the emotional defenses of Jordan Waters. But it’s his own family history that poses the biggest challenge. Can he learn to trust Jordan with his heart, or will his upbringing blind him to the sounds of love?
Reviewed by Stacey Jo: What a great story! It was nearly impossible to put it down. The characters in the story were all very lovable and engaging, and the story was well developed and well written.
Jordan Waters is a police officer who has transferred into the D.C. police department from out of state after recovering from being shot. He's left his family behind though and he's lonely. But his reputation as a player precedes him.
Sebastian Sumner is a police volunteer working at the station who is deaf. Despite, or more like because of his deafness, he is extremely courageous and has wicked sense of humor.
Jordan and Sebastian first meet at a poker game and they are instantly attracted, or at least Jordan thinks they are, but instead of charging ahead and conquering Sebastian like he would any other guy, Jordan senses that there is something different about Sebastian. They have their first opportunity to get to know each other on a long car ride home and it's at that point that Jordan knows he's crazy about Sebastian, but Sebastian has him totally off his game.
They take their time in getting to know each other. At least there is no instantly hopping into the bed. And it's a really nice, steady, hot, slow build. They both have the art of the tease down really well and it's good fun to watch them both in action. And once they do get together... Wow! You'll be fanning yourself! They are smoking hot together. They don't just get right to it either. They know how to enjoy each other's bodies and work up to the good stuff. If you enjoy good foreplay and smoldering love scenes, then you've found your book.
The dialogue is sharp and well paced. Sebastian is quick witted and humorous. Jordan does a lot of introspection but what I found interesting is that he analysed himself a lot which most people either can't or aren't willing to do. He seems to know what his demons are and understand then. It doesn't mean he handles them well but Sebastian, being deaf most of his life is capable of reading people very well and he knows exactly how to handles Jordan when he isn't saying what the problem is.
Being that these are cops we do get some excitement with a shooting scene which lends a little bit of predictability to the book. The other characters have some minor issues that add some interest to the story as well.
Speaking of the other characters, Bro and Jack, Sebastian and Jordan's little brothers, respectively, made wonderful supporting characters and nearly stole the show themselves. I actually looked up Ms. Laine's website to see if there was another book that followed this one in hopes that there as another book that would involve one of these characters. The story is certainly written so that a sequel could be possible with a number of the secondary characters. Several of Jordan's police buddies turn out to be gay but that's nothing unusual seeing as how gay officers would naturally gravitate to each other and hang out together.
I really hope Ms. Laine writes a sequel to this because I'll definitely be there to read it.
A+
Length: Novel
Requested
Blurb: What does love sound like? If you hear it, will you heed its call?
Police officer Jordan Waters is recovering from a shooting by moving to a new apartment in a new town and taking a new job. In other words, he’s lonely. His first instinct is to relieve his anxiety through uncomplicated sex—until he meets a man so far out of his league and experience that he stumbles for the first time.
Police volunteer Sebastian Sumner may be deaf, but his spirit, openness, and sense of humor give him the strength to get through anything—even the emotional defenses of Jordan Waters. But it’s his own family history that poses the biggest challenge. Can he learn to trust Jordan with his heart, or will his upbringing blind him to the sounds of love?
Reviewed by Stacey Jo: What a great story! It was nearly impossible to put it down. The characters in the story were all very lovable and engaging, and the story was well developed and well written.
Jordan Waters is a police officer who has transferred into the D.C. police department from out of state after recovering from being shot. He's left his family behind though and he's lonely. But his reputation as a player precedes him.
Sebastian Sumner is a police volunteer working at the station who is deaf. Despite, or more like because of his deafness, he is extremely courageous and has wicked sense of humor.
Jordan and Sebastian first meet at a poker game and they are instantly attracted, or at least Jordan thinks they are, but instead of charging ahead and conquering Sebastian like he would any other guy, Jordan senses that there is something different about Sebastian. They have their first opportunity to get to know each other on a long car ride home and it's at that point that Jordan knows he's crazy about Sebastian, but Sebastian has him totally off his game.
They take their time in getting to know each other. At least there is no instantly hopping into the bed. And it's a really nice, steady, hot, slow build. They both have the art of the tease down really well and it's good fun to watch them both in action. And once they do get together... Wow! You'll be fanning yourself! They are smoking hot together. They don't just get right to it either. They know how to enjoy each other's bodies and work up to the good stuff. If you enjoy good foreplay and smoldering love scenes, then you've found your book.
The dialogue is sharp and well paced. Sebastian is quick witted and humorous. Jordan does a lot of introspection but what I found interesting is that he analysed himself a lot which most people either can't or aren't willing to do. He seems to know what his demons are and understand then. It doesn't mean he handles them well but Sebastian, being deaf most of his life is capable of reading people very well and he knows exactly how to handles Jordan when he isn't saying what the problem is.
Being that these are cops we do get some excitement with a shooting scene which lends a little bit of predictability to the book. The other characters have some minor issues that add some interest to the story as well.
Speaking of the other characters, Bro and Jack, Sebastian and Jordan's little brothers, respectively, made wonderful supporting characters and nearly stole the show themselves. I actually looked up Ms. Laine's website to see if there was another book that followed this one in hopes that there as another book that would involve one of these characters. The story is certainly written so that a sequel could be possible with a number of the secondary characters. Several of Jordan's police buddies turn out to be gay but that's nothing unusual seeing as how gay officers would naturally gravitate to each other and hang out together.
I really hope Ms. Laine writes a sequel to this because I'll definitely be there to read it.
A+
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