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Not Anymore
When Dan Perry meets Logan Hall on the beautiful beaches of Hawaii, he knows keeping the man of his dreams means facing the demons of his past...but will his paradise be lost when he finds out Logan is really his boss?Senior analyst and programmer Dan Perry needs a vacation. He finally talks his boss into giving him a week off to fly to Hawaii with his sister and her boyfriend. He knows he will be the third wheel but he has to get out of the office. And away from his abusive ex-boyfriend.Two days before Dan is due to catch his flight back to Detroit, he meets Logan Hall. Even though he had no intention of outing himself to his family, things go awry when Logan accidentally does it for him.As the second partner in the software firm where Dan works, Logan has wanted him from a distance for over a year. Now that he knows Dan is free, Logan intends to make his move. Things in Hawaii heat up when Dan is abducted by his ex-lover and these two honourable, loving men must face their worst fears to find the love waiting on the other side.
46 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 27, 2010
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About the author
Em Woods
34 books95 followersAll about little ol' me? Hmm. Okay, the normal stuff first. I currently live in the Midwest near Detroit, Michigan with my husband and two sons who are ten and seven years old. All three keep me on my toes. I work in the automotive industry making sure all the parts inside the car look pretty along with handling all the paperwork that goes along with that (you'd be amazed at how much there is!).
Not so normal stuff now. I am an eclectic soul, having lived in three out of the four corners of the United States. I can count as personal friends people from many walks of life (dare I say, some are family too?). I think this is what allows me to see past the things that make us different to the things that make us alike. Hence, I am a person who will accept anyone for what they are, almost to a fault sometimes.
I love angst (as you very well know if you've read one of my stories). I adore digging into an issue, touching on it and those people it effects, and then giving it a happily-ever-after. Research is probably one of my favorite parts of writing. Finding out new facts, meeting new people while I do that…asking them questions they would never expect.
Not so normal stuff now. I am an eclectic soul, having lived in three out of the four corners of the United States. I can count as personal friends people from many walks of life (dare I say, some are family too?). I think this is what allows me to see past the things that make us different to the things that make us alike. Hence, I am a person who will accept anyone for what they are, almost to a fault sometimes.
I love angst (as you very well know if you've read one of my stories). I adore digging into an issue, touching on it and those people it effects, and then giving it a happily-ever-after. Research is probably one of my favorite parts of writing. Finding out new facts, meeting new people while I do that…asking them questions they would never expect.
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October 10, 2010
I adored Dan, and Logan was the perfect hero for him. Great short sweet and angsty read. Oh, and hot. There's definitely heat between these two guys ;)
A bit of a warning - there is some violence in this book. It doesn't go 'there' (friends will know what I mean by 'there'), and the scene isn't detailed in Dan's POV. But there is some violence against him in the book.
A bit of a warning - there is some violence in this book. It doesn't go 'there' (friends will know what I mean by 'there'), and the scene isn't detailed in Dan's POV. But there is some violence against him in the book.
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October 1, 2010
This was a great book to read. The story sounds pretty straightforward initially, but then all kinds of surprises happen to reveal the much deeper background and character motivations.
Dan is a guy on vacation who is obviously trying to forget something in his past. We are left to guess what that might be, but when it is revealed, it is significant. Dan is a lot stronger than he seems at first glance. I was surprised that his sister, who is supposedly close to him, doesn't know he is gay, but some of that is explained later on.
Logan, the guy who turns up on the beach and shows an immediate, intense interest in Dan, also has some interesting secrets to guard. Again, the reveal is gradual, and I really liked that. I also liked Logan, the confidence with which he went about convincing Dan of his interest, while giving Dan time to absorb everything at his own pace.
This is a wonderful read with a lot more background than is usual in these short stories. A very nice surprise!
Note: This book was provided by TEB for the purpose of a review.
Dan is a guy on vacation who is obviously trying to forget something in his past. We are left to guess what that might be, but when it is revealed, it is significant. Dan is a lot stronger than he seems at first glance. I was surprised that his sister, who is supposedly close to him, doesn't know he is gay, but some of that is explained later on.
Logan, the guy who turns up on the beach and shows an immediate, intense interest in Dan, also has some interesting secrets to guard. Again, the reveal is gradual, and I really liked that. I also liked Logan, the confidence with which he went about convincing Dan of his interest, while giving Dan time to absorb everything at his own pace.
This is a wonderful read with a lot more background than is usual in these short stories. A very nice surprise!
Note: This book was provided by TEB for the purpose of a review.
May 17, 2011
This had potential, but it just didn't cut it. Boring sex and a few issues with the suspense scenes. Honestly? Once I reached the halfway point, I just wanted it to be over.
October 26, 2010
The idea is pretty "heavy"; a guy trying to escape from his ex-abusive boyfriend by tagging along with his sister to Hawaii where he meets a very attactive man. Until his ex comes up to the island and kidnaps him. The problem is, the story is a bit too short for that kind of theme. I struggle with the relationship building between Dan and Logan. Then, after Dan is being tortured by his ex, I wonder if he should jump back into sex that quickly.
It's an okay story, I guess, but needs more work to make it memorable for me.
It's an okay story, I guess, but needs more work to make it memorable for me.
September 23, 2010
Good m/m romance about a guy who's on vacation in Hawaii with his sister and her boyfriend when his attraction to a guy who approaches him on the beach outs him to his family. Things get really complicated when his nasty ex shows up and then the identity of the guy from the beach is revealed. Despite a few niggles, this was an enjoyable read (actually 3.5 stars) and I'll definitely look for future books from Em Woods.
December 28, 2020
This book had a lot of plot elements for a short story – too many to really do it justice. I loved the basic storyline but definitely felt like I got dropped in the middle vs. having an appropriate level of buildup and back story. The ending also felt a bit unreal. All of that being said, I still raced through reading this one because I got hooked, needed to learn more, and ultimately enjoyed it.
January 12, 2013
This was a kick ass book and probably would have ended up on my favorites list with 5 stars except for one problem. I felt that half the story was missing! From the very beginning I was completely lost. After 5 pages I went back to look for a prequel and learned more from the blurb than the actual book itself. I was quite confused. But once the story got going and I filled in some of the blanks with the blurb and my own imagination, it was awesome! Sexy boys, family angst, evil ex-boyfriend set on revenge, misunderstanding between the 2 MCs that leads to a falling out, which leads to make-up sex, and a great climax with guns and blood and crazy ex-boyfriends once again. Throw in a sweet HEA, and its all good.
Recommended, but a tad confusing at first. *shrugs*
Recommended, but a tad confusing at first. *shrugs*
November 20, 2011
Dan is such a sweet main character! His stalking, creepy ex really scared me. Logan was a bit stalker-ish himself but of course, had no intention of harming Dan. This was such a hot, quick read!
(I realize this is fiction, but in case anyone cares, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park does not have any volcano-lava hikes where you can see a waterfall. There are beautiful waterfalls on the Big Island of Hawaii, but none are where you can see the wonders of black lava at the same time.)
(I realize this is fiction, but in case anyone cares, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park does not have any volcano-lava hikes where you can see a waterfall. There are beautiful waterfalls on the Big Island of Hawaii, but none are where you can see the wonders of black lava at the same time.)
January 15, 2011
This was a great read! It was the 1st Em Woods for me and I totally enjoyed it!
Dan was a sweet hero and Logan was just hot! I was actually terrified by the abusive ex. OK, I enjoyed the hell out of this book, even the scary ex!
Dan was a sweet hero and Logan was just hot! I was actually terrified by the abusive ex. OK, I enjoyed the hell out of this book, even the scary ex!
March 23, 2011
nice guy leaves mean guy, meets new guy on vaca, nice guy sees mean guy freaks out, mean guy tells nice guy that new guy has a secret, nice guy gets upset and leaves new guy, mean guy kidnaps nice guy......see where I'm going with this? Not a bad book just does not have an emotional pull
September 25, 2010
This was a great story that needed some extra work. But it does showcase this author's talent. I can't wait to read more.
December 15, 2011
I didn't care for this book. The writing needs some polishing and I had a hard time following the timeline. I actually found the book's blurb to be more revealing than the book. Two stars.
March 3, 2011
I thought this needed to be longer.
March 19, 2011
Just wish it were a little longer, the ending seemed rushed.
Still loved it :) 4.5 stars.
Still loved it :) 4.5 stars.
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January 4, 2012
A total unrealistic short story. The start was pulling, but the ex part and the boss part was blah... I didn't like it!
September 30, 2014
3.5 stars
November 10, 2010
Loved it, and am anxiously awaiting more by this author.
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