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After the death of his sister and her husband, Travis Murdock finds himself suddenly raising his six year old nephew, Jason. Parenting was something Travis never thought he would face, but he embraces it and is excited for Jason to come live with him on his ranch.
Unhappy about the situation, his sister's in-laws file a claim with the courts that Travis is endangering the child and is unfit to raise a small boy.
Evan Mitchell is sent to investigate the claims of endangerment, but what he finds once he arrives on the Murdock ranch is an attraction to Travis that could put the whole case in jeopardy, not to mention his job.
As they prepare for the custody battle, both men try to ignore the feelings stirring inside them as their friendship grows. Relying on their faith and hopefully the courts, the two work together to make sure that Jason stays where he wants to be — with Travis.
Unhappy about the situation, his sister's in-laws file a claim with the courts that Travis is endangering the child and is unfit to raise a small boy.
Evan Mitchell is sent to investigate the claims of endangerment, but what he finds once he arrives on the Murdock ranch is an attraction to Travis that could put the whole case in jeopardy, not to mention his job.
As they prepare for the custody battle, both men try to ignore the feelings stirring inside them as their friendship grows. Relying on their faith and hopefully the courts, the two work together to make sure that Jason stays where he wants to be — with Travis.
103 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 1, 2012
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E.M. Leya
100 books313 followersE.M. Leya lives surrounded by the beautiful mountains in Salt Lake City, Utah with her amazing daughter and loving pets. She is passionate about the world we live in and current events, deeming herself a "news junkie". She believes that we are all here to create something beautiful, whether it's through our talents or our actions. She enjoys writing stories that take us deep into real world problems while showing that love can happen for anyone, regardless of how dark their past might be.
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August 25, 2012
Rarely do I read m/m book where the characters are church goers and the book doesn't turn into preaching book (for either side).
Travis' sister died together with her husband. They left the custody of their son, Jason, to Travis even though they were aware that he was gay. This didn't bode well with her husband's parents who considered Travis unfit because of his sexual orientation. They sued, arguing for child endangerment. The State's Children Service sent Evan to investigate where would be better for Jason to live. Evan was gay too, and attracted to Travis. He knew that if he acted on his desire, the case might be compromised; but, he also was aware that if he removed himself the other case worker might view Travis' orientation a problem. What should Evan do?
A sweet, heart warming story. There's no explicit sex here, but the development of their friendship and later relationship are nice. Throw in Jason, who was afraid that people he loved leaving him, this novella is just right.
Travis' sister died together with her husband. They left the custody of their son, Jason, to Travis even though they were aware that he was gay. This didn't bode well with her husband's parents who considered Travis unfit because of his sexual orientation. They sued, arguing for child endangerment. The State's Children Service sent Evan to investigate where would be better for Jason to live. Evan was gay too, and attracted to Travis. He knew that if he acted on his desire, the case might be compromised; but, he also was aware that if he removed himself the other case worker might view Travis' orientation a problem. What should Evan do?
A sweet, heart warming story. There's no explicit sex here, but the development of their friendship and later relationship are nice. Throw in Jason, who was afraid that people he loved leaving him, this novella is just right.
August 25, 2012
I got a little frustrated with "If it's God's will..." being employed instead of the MCs being a bit proactive on their own behalf. The grandparents here seem borderline emotionally abusive - not letting the child play, making him stay quiet and repressed, spouting nonsense about his uncle - yet Travis decides to begin dating the Case Worker assigned to him, leaving his nephew's welfare in God's hands. While I respect their faith, it's simplistic and naive to believe that God will take care of it all then sabotage yourself every step of the way. This came up a few times, as well as religion being a prominent theme in general, and it rubbed me the wrong way.
There wasn't much doubt how the custody case would play out but I would have liked to see a bit more emotion from Travis, particularly in regards to his relationship with Evan and the Steele's and his sister, along the way. And more emotional depth from all the characters, tbh.
Nice chemistry between the MCs, though, a cute kid, and a sweet story overall.
There wasn't much doubt how the custody case would play out but I would have liked to see a bit more emotion from Travis, particularly in regards to his relationship with Evan and the Steele's and his sister, along the way. And more emotional depth from all the characters, tbh.
Nice chemistry between the MCs, though, a cute kid, and a sweet story overall.
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December 8, 2014
I wish I could rate this higher. The religious aspect of it really doesn't have anything to do with my rating either. It was Travis and Evan.
Evan is a CPS worker that is sent to investigate the claims against Travis being "unfit" to raise his nephew Jason. Travis is open and honest with Evan and things escalate. Evan keeps saying he should turn the case over, but he doesn't. Travis and Evan KNOW that if they are caught it could HURT the chances of Jason staying with Travis yet they continue their relationship. Absurd. They couldn't wait a few weeks? I am not a CPS worker, but is it normal to stay at ones house for hours? How can he do that with every case? I don't know, just didn't buy it. If Travis really wanted Jason to live with him he would have told Evan to wait until the case of over. Also, for Travis being best friends with Jake they sure didn't spend a lot of time together from what we saw.
The grandparents were cold. Who doesn't let a 6 year old play? If I were Evan I would have told Travis he needs to pick Jason up right away. That's no way for a 6 year old to live. Being afraid to be loud or get messy :(
The religiousness bothered me, too, but I just cringed and moved on. I'm an atheist so when I read about god's will and all that it kind of takes away from the story a bit. Not saying I don't respect people's faith, but it got to be too much in this. I had no idea this was going to be a religious based book when I picked it up or else, to be honest, I never would have.
Evan is a CPS worker that is sent to investigate the claims against Travis being "unfit" to raise his nephew Jason. Travis is open and honest with Evan and things escalate. Evan keeps saying he should turn the case over, but he doesn't. Travis and Evan KNOW that if they are caught it could HURT the chances of Jason staying with Travis yet they continue their relationship. Absurd. They couldn't wait a few weeks? I am not a CPS worker, but is it normal to stay at ones house for hours? How can he do that with every case? I don't know, just didn't buy it. If Travis really wanted Jason to live with him he would have told Evan to wait until the case of over. Also, for Travis being best friends with Jake they sure didn't spend a lot of time together from what we saw.
The grandparents were cold. Who doesn't let a 6 year old play? If I were Evan I would have told Travis he needs to pick Jason up right away. That's no way for a 6 year old to live. Being afraid to be loud or get messy :(
The religiousness bothered me, too, but I just cringed and moved on. I'm an atheist so when I read about god's will and all that it kind of takes away from the story a bit. Not saying I don't respect people's faith, but it got to be too much in this. I had no idea this was going to be a religious based book when I picked it up or else, to be honest, I never would have.
September 28, 2014
It was a good read.I really like a story with kid specially talkative once and Jason filled that part very nicely.
Travis Murdock is Jason's uncle, who got custody of his nephew after accidental death of his sister and brother in law but custody was challenged by his sister's in-laws and the story is based on the court battle.
Evan Mitchell comes down to investigate the claims of endangerment and fall hard for Travis.
So they become lovey dovey couple and wins the case and lives happily ever after.Nice
Travis Murdock is Jason's uncle, who got custody of his nephew after accidental death of his sister and brother in law but custody was challenged by his sister's in-laws and the story is based on the court battle.
Evan Mitchell comes down to investigate the claims of endangerment and fall hard for Travis.
So they become lovey dovey couple and wins the case and lives happily ever after.Nice
December 22, 2018
Sweet book but there was a LOT of repetition. The characters just kept saying the same things over and over. Too short of a book for something like that. Would have loved to have read this one if it had been a bit more fleshed out.
I also would have loved for karma to have gotten the grandmother too.
I also would have loved for karma to have gotten the grandmother too.
August 27, 2017
3.5 stars
March 26, 2021
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The storyline was excellent. I like stories where men are fathers. Recommend it to anybody. Hope this is helpfull. Thanks. Helpful
The storyline was excellent. I like stories where men are fathers. Recommend it to anybody. Hope this is helpfull. Thanks. Helpful
May 21, 2023
Simple and sweet but nothing to really get excited about.
I did adore Jason, but I never really felt much for Travis and Evan.
I did adore Jason, but I never really felt much for Travis and Evan.
May 7, 2016
Churchy, very churchy, to the point of not doing the plot justice. I'm sorry, praying is not enough to make family court go your way. Fine, you are spiritual, but God is busy, you have to help him out.
Also if the community is conservative enough that there is only 1 children's services worker that isn't homophobic (a career usually filled with left wing social workers) than how come the entire church (an institution often filled with conservative values) is willing to stand behind and support the gay couple.
Also I don't care what your reasoning is it is unprofessional to get romantically involved with someone you are investigating.
Also if the community is conservative enough that there is only 1 children's services worker that isn't homophobic (a career usually filled with left wing social workers) than how come the entire church (an institution often filled with conservative values) is willing to stand behind and support the gay couple.
Also I don't care what your reasoning is it is unprofessional to get romantically involved with someone you are investigating.
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September 23, 2016
Evan, Travis, and Jason. Travis has to raise his 6 year old nephew after his sister and her husband gets killed in a car wreck. The grandparents on the dad's side are rich snobby people and try to take Jason from Travis. Lies and resents Travis because he is gay. Social service comes out to watch and investigate him. His name is Evan. Evan knows he shouldn't but him and Travis falls in love and want to raise Jason together as a family. After court and lies and danger. All works out. Awesome book.
August 21, 2012
This book is a nice surprise as it includes two subjects that usually don't go well together, Christianity and being homosexual.
The story is a sweet, heartwarming, easy read which will make you smile when you see Jason in your mind. I personally loved the painting and the bacon scenes which brought me huge smiles. Surprisingly the story between Travis and the court assigned case worker, Evan, does work, even without any sex scene to keep the reader's interest.
Very recommended.
The story is a sweet, heartwarming, easy read which will make you smile when you see Jason in your mind. I personally loved the painting and the bacon scenes which brought me huge smiles. Surprisingly the story between Travis and the court assigned case worker, Evan, does work, even without any sex scene to keep the reader's interest.
Very recommended.
January 18, 2013
Ehhh. The characters were okay, but all of the pro religion undertones felt like I was in church. It left me a bit cold.
Two much, much better reads in this same vein would be "A Nanny for Nate" by Lisa Worrall or "Mannies Incorporated" by Sean Michael. Much better character development and plots in my opinion.
Two much, much better reads in this same vein would be "A Nanny for Nate" by Lisa Worrall or "Mannies Incorporated" by Sean Michael. Much better character development and plots in my opinion.
October 26, 2015
it was ok, I just didnt like it when they basically went ahead with seeing each other leaving everything to God, risking having his nephew taken away for a relationship, other then that I enjoy it lol
March 10, 2019
Meh sweet story. No sex scenes. Author needs to use contractions more. Dialogue felt too formal. They all sounded like they had the same voice, even the six year old.
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