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Hot Dam Homes #3
Built to Last
Sam
Look up the word "average" in the dictionary you'll find my picture. Average height, average looks, average smarts: average guy. Of course that's also code for boring and ordinary. I've been a serial dater forever, twisting myself into the perfect person for my dates, but somehow I'm still alone. When I get offered a job in California, I wonder if it's the universe telling me it's time to start over. At least I'll have time to do some thinking while I work on what might be my final job for Hot Dam Homes: renovating a luxury resort in a beautiful but totally isolated spot. Things get complicated when Tyler, my super-hot but way-too-young-for-me co-worker ends up on the same job. On paper we make no sense, but my stupid heart won't let me stop thinking about him. Is he just my latest infatuation, or have I finally stumbled on something that could last?
Built To Last is a steamy, age-gap, co-workers to lovers, MM romance.
Look up the word "average" in the dictionary you'll find my picture. Average height, average looks, average smarts: average guy. Of course that's also code for boring and ordinary. I've been a serial dater forever, twisting myself into the perfect person for my dates, but somehow I'm still alone. When I get offered a job in California, I wonder if it's the universe telling me it's time to start over. At least I'll have time to do some thinking while I work on what might be my final job for Hot Dam Homes: renovating a luxury resort in a beautiful but totally isolated spot. Things get complicated when Tyler, my super-hot but way-too-young-for-me co-worker ends up on the same job. On paper we make no sense, but my stupid heart won't let me stop thinking about him. Is he just my latest infatuation, or have I finally stumbled on something that could last?
Built To Last is a steamy, age-gap, co-workers to lovers, MM romance.
314 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 1, 2023
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Harper Robson
13 books71 followersHarper Robson grew up dreaming of being a writer, but that didn’t work out until she was in her forties. Along the way, she worked in oil & gas marketing, software development, and spent more than a decade as a stay-home mom.
A true Pacific Northwesterner, Harper loves the rain, and when her family decided to make a big move to Southern California in 2023, she was sure she’d miss the cozy gray winters of Seattle and Vancouver. However, it turns out that a daily dose of sunshine and palm trees isn’t hard to get used to, and San Diego feels more like home all the time.
She’s mom to two teen boys and an adorable but naughty Yellow Lab. Her husband works in the tech industry, and he makes her laugh every single day.
Harper’s favorite things include getaways with her besties, the Seattle Kraken, her dogs and drinking champagne for no reason at all.
A true Pacific Northwesterner, Harper loves the rain, and when her family decided to make a big move to Southern California in 2023, she was sure she’d miss the cozy gray winters of Seattle and Vancouver. However, it turns out that a daily dose of sunshine and palm trees isn’t hard to get used to, and San Diego feels more like home all the time.
She’s mom to two teen boys and an adorable but naughty Yellow Lab. Her husband works in the tech industry, and he makes her laugh every single day.
Harper’s favorite things include getaways with her besties, the Seattle Kraken, her dogs and drinking champagne for no reason at all.
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July 5, 2023
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I’m new to this author’s work, but I would love to read more. The book did a good job of making me want to read the side character’s books, but without making me feel like I was missing half the story for not having read them. Both main character in this were very likable and seemed like lovely people. They were also very real, and struggle with things everyone else does, but without it leading to the dreaded ‘miscommunication trope’ or constant angst. It was just a really nice read.
Sam and Tyler might not partake in the Daddy/boy lifestyle, but Sam was a daddy at heart for sure, lol. I mean, he busted out the good boy mid-coitus and everything. If that isn’t a daddy thing to say, I don’t know what is. He was supportive of Tyler and wanted to protect him, and he did it all without being smothering or overbearing. I want a Sam for myself.
This quote at the end made me smile like a sappy fool.
«Maybe our lives won’t be written about in history books hundreds of years from now, But in this ordinary life, Sam and I are building an extraordinary love, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.»
I mean, how cute are they 🥹
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I’m new to this author’s work, but I would love to read more. The book did a good job of making me want to read the side character’s books, but without making me feel like I was missing half the story for not having read them. Both main character in this were very likable and seemed like lovely people. They were also very real, and struggle with things everyone else does, but without it leading to the dreaded ‘miscommunication trope’ or constant angst. It was just a really nice read.
Sam and Tyler might not partake in the Daddy/boy lifestyle, but Sam was a daddy at heart for sure, lol. I mean, he busted out the good boy mid-coitus and everything. If that isn’t a daddy thing to say, I don’t know what is. He was supportive of Tyler and wanted to protect him, and he did it all without being smothering or overbearing. I want a Sam for myself.
This quote at the end made me smile like a sappy fool.
«Maybe our lives won’t be written about in history books hundreds of years from now, But in this ordinary life, Sam and I are building an extraordinary love, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.»
I mean, how cute are they 🥹
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June 22, 2024
3.5 Stars - Rounded Up
Harper Robson’s Built to Last is a good read primarily because of the wonderful protagonists she’s created in Tyler and Sam.
The blurb says it’s a “steamy, age-gap, co-workers to lovers, MM romance" novel. It could have used much less ‘steam’ but otherwise the story was great.
Harper Robson’s Built to Last is a good read primarily because of the wonderful protagonists she’s created in Tyler and Sam.
The blurb says it’s a “steamy, age-gap, co-workers to lovers, MM romance" novel. It could have used much less ‘steam’ but otherwise the story was great.
April 14, 2024
Loved this one!!! I'm hard of hearing myself so I appreciate seeing a character with similar challenges as me. I feel seen. Although Tyler's story is more tragic and hard than mine is. A Vet injured while over seas serving with PTSD.
Sam is a sweetheart!!! That is all!
The spice was good. Minor D/s.
2 of my favorite tropes. MAY/DECEMBER and Only One Bed. We previously met both of our MCs in the other 2 books. It was nice to see 2 bisexual men that have known each other a long time fall in together.
We got major updates from the other characters/family members. All warm and fuzzy after a more serious plot. You can also tell the author's craft is getting better. She gave more and better plot and character development. It moved at a good pace and didn't seem to rushed since there was already a familiar friendship.
I do want more of this world. They are nice, simple and fast reads that take me away for a day.
Personal note: my 60th book of 2024
Sam is a sweetheart!!! That is all!
The spice was good. Minor D/s.
2 of my favorite tropes. MAY/DECEMBER and Only One Bed. We previously met both of our MCs in the other 2 books. It was nice to see 2 bisexual men that have known each other a long time fall in together.
We got major updates from the other characters/family members. All warm and fuzzy after a more serious plot. You can also tell the author's craft is getting better. She gave more and better plot and character development. It moved at a good pace and didn't seem to rushed since there was already a familiar friendship.
I do want more of this world. They are nice, simple and fast reads that take me away for a day.
Personal note: my 60th book of 2024
January 7, 2024
2.5 rounded up.
Not as relationship focused as I thought it was going to be but still a decent read. The hurt/comfort parts were my favorite. 🥰
Not as relationship focused as I thought it was going to be but still a decent read. The hurt/comfort parts were my favorite. 🥰
October 5, 2023
The books in the “Hot Damn Homes” series by Harper Robson kept getting better each time! What makes this series an awesome one to read is the fact that H.R. features MC with disabilities! The second one featured a stud with autism. This third book features a deaf stud with ptsd who had become deaf from an explosion during the war. Also, age gap has become pretty sexy!!!! I can’t wait to see what the next book in the series entails!!!! More than 5 allocated stars from me!
The story focuses on Sam, the cousin of Mason and Dylan from book 1 and 2 respectively who was kind of feeling left out from his family’s decision making when it comes to the business. There was this hot stud at work he had his eyes on but he felt like this stud wasn’t giving him the time of the day. That made him feel pretty average in looks, outlook in life, and all that.
Tyler, the deaf stud was slowly coming to terms with his hearing loss which was caused by an explosion. It also left him with a severe case of ptsd which caused a falling out with his older brother. That’s why he kept everyone at bay because he felt he had so much baggage that nobody would be interested in him.
Tyler was paired with Sam on this special huge project. In the meantime, Sam’s close friend had started a construction business in Southern California and invited Sam to be co-partners. Sam felt he was drifting away from his best friend, Mason and was trying to find the right time to let Mason know about this opportunity. At the same time, he was unsure about pairing up with Tyler because of Tyler’s lack of interest in being friends and possibly more. Well that’s where I’m going to stop and have you pick up the book and read to find out what happens!!!!
The story focuses on Sam, the cousin of Mason and Dylan from book 1 and 2 respectively who was kind of feeling left out from his family’s decision making when it comes to the business. There was this hot stud at work he had his eyes on but he felt like this stud wasn’t giving him the time of the day. That made him feel pretty average in looks, outlook in life, and all that.
Tyler, the deaf stud was slowly coming to terms with his hearing loss which was caused by an explosion. It also left him with a severe case of ptsd which caused a falling out with his older brother. That’s why he kept everyone at bay because he felt he had so much baggage that nobody would be interested in him.
Tyler was paired with Sam on this special huge project. In the meantime, Sam’s close friend had started a construction business in Southern California and invited Sam to be co-partners. Sam felt he was drifting away from his best friend, Mason and was trying to find the right time to let Mason know about this opportunity. At the same time, he was unsure about pairing up with Tyler because of Tyler’s lack of interest in being friends and possibly more. Well that’s where I’m going to stop and have you pick up the book and read to find out what happens!!!!
July 3, 2023
3.5 stars. I really enjoyed Tyler, he had had a very difficult time for most of his life which left him unable to trust anyone until he slowly lets Sam into his life. Sam was very sweet but didn't really feel like much more than that for me. I haven't read the previous books in this series but it works fine as a standalone. An easy and pleasant read despite the heavier topics.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and am happy to leave a voluntary review.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and am happy to leave a voluntary review.
April 21, 2025
I liked this story a lot.
Tyler has returned from the military but he's not the same man as he was when he went in. He was severely in injured after an IED attack. As a result, he lost his hearing, he suffers from PTSD, and he has shrapnel in his body. He feels that he is broken. Sam works with Tyler and is developing feelings for him. When Tyler opens up to him about the military and his family, Sam understands. Time has a way of working things out. Sam and Tyler are about to find that out.
Tyler has returned from the military but he's not the same man as he was when he went in. He was severely in injured after an IED attack. As a result, he lost his hearing, he suffers from PTSD, and he has shrapnel in his body. He feels that he is broken. Sam works with Tyler and is developing feelings for him. When Tyler opens up to him about the military and his family, Sam understands. Time has a way of working things out. Sam and Tyler are about to find that out.
July 6, 2023
A real good feel book.
Tyler was once a soldier who on deployment was involved in an LED going off and leaving him with partial hearing loss to the point He has to wear hearing aids to get by. Yes, he struggled with it when he first came back, but the last few years , he’s been working for hot Dam Homes. He’s come along way and is respected of his bosses and coworkers. All staff are asked to go to a meeting for exciting news. The big news is they’ve got a big build that could really put their name on the charts. At the end of the meeting, they all go across the way to get some food and have a few drinks. Tylers bosses say that he can stay at their home because it’s a long way to drive, but Tyler thinks he’s going to just go home. but then the weather shifts and a storm is coming in and the road that he needs to take to get home has been closed, so one of his other workmates, Sam decides to take him over to his cousins house which is also Sam’s boss, but the weather is not good and as Sam takes Tyler to the guest house, a tree comes down, blocking Sam‘s car in meaning he’s gonna have to stay over to. And it isn’t long until until Tyler and Sam are hooking up.
But now that Sam and Tyler have been confirmed as the two members of staff that will be going to the resort for a couple of months, what will happen the more time needs to spend together??
I haven’t gone into the whole story, because there’s a history That inputs this book, they both have issues they need to work through but it doesn’t take away from the attraction these two feel and let me just tell you It was absolutely lush to read. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. My heart was in my mouth at one moment, but I’m so glad the way it turned out very enjoyable.
Tyler was once a soldier who on deployment was involved in an LED going off and leaving him with partial hearing loss to the point He has to wear hearing aids to get by. Yes, he struggled with it when he first came back, but the last few years , he’s been working for hot Dam Homes. He’s come along way and is respected of his bosses and coworkers. All staff are asked to go to a meeting for exciting news. The big news is they’ve got a big build that could really put their name on the charts. At the end of the meeting, they all go across the way to get some food and have a few drinks. Tylers bosses say that he can stay at their home because it’s a long way to drive, but Tyler thinks he’s going to just go home. but then the weather shifts and a storm is coming in and the road that he needs to take to get home has been closed, so one of his other workmates, Sam decides to take him over to his cousins house which is also Sam’s boss, but the weather is not good and as Sam takes Tyler to the guest house, a tree comes down, blocking Sam‘s car in meaning he’s gonna have to stay over to. And it isn’t long until until Tyler and Sam are hooking up.
But now that Sam and Tyler have been confirmed as the two members of staff that will be going to the resort for a couple of months, what will happen the more time needs to spend together??
I haven’t gone into the whole story, because there’s a history That inputs this book, they both have issues they need to work through but it doesn’t take away from the attraction these two feel and let me just tell you It was absolutely lush to read. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. My heart was in my mouth at one moment, but I’m so glad the way it turned out very enjoyable.
July 5, 2023
In comparison to Tyler, Sam had an enchanted childhood. Even though he was an "only" his three cousins were as close as siblings. Tyler on the other hand had to raise himself along with his brother. Their mother was a narcissistic alcoholic and drug addict. Tyler learned to never depend on anyone from an early age. Sam is a people pleaser, always trying to be the person he thinks his partner wants. Tyler needs to learn it's okay to accept help, and Sam needs to learn he's good enough.
Harper Robson always captures the essence of the PNW, especially out relationship to rain and umbrellas.
Harper Robson always captures the essence of the PNW, especially out relationship to rain and umbrellas.
June 25, 2023
I was drawn to this book based on the blurb - I love blue collar romances and recently I’ve been interested in age gaps so I was excited to read this.
Unfortunately this just didn’t work for me. Without going into too much detail I just felt like Sam was so emotionally stunted and I didn’t understand why and then every conflict resolved really easily/conveniently. There was some spice but not enough or well written enough for me to recommend for that alone. Tyler was an absolute sweetie though so I’m glad he got his HEA.
I received an advanced copy for review - all opinions are my own.
Unfortunately this just didn’t work for me. Without going into too much detail I just felt like Sam was so emotionally stunted and I didn’t understand why and then every conflict resolved really easily/conveniently. There was some spice but not enough or well written enough for me to recommend for that alone. Tyler was an absolute sweetie though so I’m glad he got his HEA.
I received an advanced copy for review - all opinions are my own.
November 12, 2023
Okie dokie, then.
Well, that was a book. It had a beginning, middle, and then an end?
Look, I’m honestly struggling to find the words to explain things. I’m confused, I think? No. I know I’m confused. So there’s one word, at the very least, and maybe by the time I figure out the typical me way of judging the mechanics of the book I’ll have more? I can hope.
Um…They were not good. It was basically like a slightly less messy version of the last book—more inconsistency, questionable punctuation, odd/poor grammar, et cetera. It wasn’t AS bad, but it was nowhere near as solid as the first book in the series. I feel like the editing team changed for each manuscript.
As for having more words to review the book…I still don’t know what to write. Like, I’ve typed and deleted an essay’s worth of text, and I just keep doing it because nothing sounds right and my brain is apparently just offline now.
The friggin’ vibe was ✨o f f✨
There. However you want to take that, go forth and take it. The characters were fine—they weren’t really what I was expecting, however they weren’t bad—but everything else? ✨o f f✨
This one didn’t even feel like the same author wrote it at times. It was barely longer than a novella, which didn’t exactly give it enough space to hold its own with its predecessors. Even the novellas in this series felt like they gave more than this installment, and that’s just weird. The pacing was strange, the story didn’t really go anywhere or do anything (but it wasn’t exactly SoL or anything,) and while there wasn’t really any angst (small mercies,) there was hemming and hawing to the nth degree over a whole lot of nothing that wound up leading to more nothing. And then bam!! HEAtheendokaybye.
That didn’t make sense? Neither did the book, so we’re even.
3/5. Between the mechanics and the fact that the book was more off than this review, three stars is generous. I’m still not even sure how to move my inside feelings and thoughts to the outside. I tried. My gold star is gonna be a nap instead of a sticker.
Well, that was a book. It had a beginning, middle, and then an end?
Look, I’m honestly struggling to find the words to explain things. I’m confused, I think? No. I know I’m confused. So there’s one word, at the very least, and maybe by the time I figure out the typical me way of judging the mechanics of the book I’ll have more? I can hope.
Um…They were not good. It was basically like a slightly less messy version of the last book—more inconsistency, questionable punctuation, odd/poor grammar, et cetera. It wasn’t AS bad, but it was nowhere near as solid as the first book in the series. I feel like the editing team changed for each manuscript.
As for having more words to review the book…I still don’t know what to write. Like, I’ve typed and deleted an essay’s worth of text, and I just keep doing it because nothing sounds right and my brain is apparently just offline now.
The friggin’ vibe was ✨o f f✨
There. However you want to take that, go forth and take it. The characters were fine—they weren’t really what I was expecting, however they weren’t bad—but everything else? ✨o f f✨
This one didn’t even feel like the same author wrote it at times. It was barely longer than a novella, which didn’t exactly give it enough space to hold its own with its predecessors. Even the novellas in this series felt like they gave more than this installment, and that’s just weird. The pacing was strange, the story didn’t really go anywhere or do anything (but it wasn’t exactly SoL or anything,) and while there wasn’t really any angst (small mercies,) there was hemming and hawing to the nth degree over a whole lot of nothing that wound up leading to more nothing. And then bam!! HEAtheendokaybye.
That didn’t make sense? Neither did the book, so we’re even.
3/5. Between the mechanics and the fact that the book was more off than this review, three stars is generous. I’m still not even sure how to move my inside feelings and thoughts to the outside. I tried. My gold star is gonna be a nap instead of a sticker.
July 5, 2023
Built to Last gives Sam and Tyler their turn at their own HEA. Sam has watched his favourite cousin, Mason, fall in love and build up a successful business. All things Sam wants but don't seem to be on the cards. Tyler is so grateful to Hot Dam Homes and Mason and Dylan for giving him a chance when he wasn't the best option. Working for them has given him something to focus on, coworkers to become friends and to become more comfortable around others as he learned to deal with his deafness.
Coming out of the military was hard for Tyler after the bomb that caused his hearing loss and left him with nightmares and PTSD. It took a while and a fallout with his brother to get some help but now he's off to work at a remodel on a place that will put HDHs on the map. The only thing is working and living in close quarters with Sam for several months, the man he may have a teensy crush on and they may have had a small thing just before that news was announced. Both are nervous about the new living situation but want everything to work out well for everyone involved. However, it gives them the chance to grow closer, Tyler can lean on someone for the first time and Sam can give in to his caretaker tendencies to his hearts content.
It's so heartwarming to read these two deserving men find each other after dancing around for a couple of years. Tyler's experiences and PTSD are hard to read but makes it easier for Sam to then understand the nature of the younger man. He also has an ill mother and distant brother to deal with, both making him stressed but for different reasons. The two men's childhoods are vastly different and again, it gives Sam insight into why/how Tyler is how he is and helps the couple to grow closer when they both accept that this is what they want. It's amusing to read the reactions of the Cousin Council, all of them not shy in saying their piece. I love how things work out for them with the stresses they both had during the story but they both get what they deserve.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
Coming out of the military was hard for Tyler after the bomb that caused his hearing loss and left him with nightmares and PTSD. It took a while and a fallout with his brother to get some help but now he's off to work at a remodel on a place that will put HDHs on the map. The only thing is working and living in close quarters with Sam for several months, the man he may have a teensy crush on and they may have had a small thing just before that news was announced. Both are nervous about the new living situation but want everything to work out well for everyone involved. However, it gives them the chance to grow closer, Tyler can lean on someone for the first time and Sam can give in to his caretaker tendencies to his hearts content.
It's so heartwarming to read these two deserving men find each other after dancing around for a couple of years. Tyler's experiences and PTSD are hard to read but makes it easier for Sam to then understand the nature of the younger man. He also has an ill mother and distant brother to deal with, both making him stressed but for different reasons. The two men's childhoods are vastly different and again, it gives Sam insight into why/how Tyler is how he is and helps the couple to grow closer when they both accept that this is what they want. It's amusing to read the reactions of the Cousin Council, all of them not shy in saying their piece. I love how things work out for them with the stresses they both had during the story but they both get what they deserve.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
July 5, 2023
M/M romance with lingering looks, angst, age-gap and steam
This is my first-time reading Harper Robson. I quite enjoyed her style. One facet that I particularly liked is that she gave Tyler PTSD from his war experience giving him problems being in a relationship. Then we have Sam Campbell who has no problems other than his ordinariness. They’ve been interested in each other in clandestine fashion for three years but when circumstances put them in close proximity, can they deny their feelings? The angst will not end after they begin their relationship. Tyler has a history that embarrasses him and a brother from whom he is estranged. Since Sam is such a family man, will that dissuade him from being Tyler’s partner? I bought her first book because Dylan Campbell, cousin to Sam, has autism. Things like that just add to the story. I’ve been asked why I like M/M romance so much and honestly, I think my reason is that gay romance provides opportunity for broader machinations in the plot than M/F.
If you like manly men finding their match in another man, you will want to read this story. I volunteered to review an ARC of this book through Gay Romance Reviews.
This is my first-time reading Harper Robson. I quite enjoyed her style. One facet that I particularly liked is that she gave Tyler PTSD from his war experience giving him problems being in a relationship. Then we have Sam Campbell who has no problems other than his ordinariness. They’ve been interested in each other in clandestine fashion for three years but when circumstances put them in close proximity, can they deny their feelings? The angst will not end after they begin their relationship. Tyler has a history that embarrasses him and a brother from whom he is estranged. Since Sam is such a family man, will that dissuade him from being Tyler’s partner? I bought her first book because Dylan Campbell, cousin to Sam, has autism. Things like that just add to the story. I’ve been asked why I like M/M romance so much and honestly, I think my reason is that gay romance provides opportunity for broader machinations in the plot than M/F.
If you like manly men finding their match in another man, you will want to read this story. I volunteered to review an ARC of this book through Gay Romance Reviews.
July 2, 2023
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I very much enjoy this series, and this low-angst age-gap addition is a good addition to it.
Both Tyler and Sam work for the renovation company Hot Dam Homes. Sam is cousin to the owners. He comes from a tight family who a dynamic and talented. He loves them all fiercely, but sometimes he feels like he doesn’t quite live up to them. He hasn’t managed to find his person, he lives an average life. Tyler brightens that life.
Tyler is a young veteran. He escaped a tough childhood by enlisting, in hopes of getting an education on the other side. Only to come home battered and having lost most of his hearing. Sam makes him want to trust in love.
This is a kind and gentle story, with a lot of healing and beautiful dreams,
I very much enjoy this series, and this low-angst age-gap addition is a good addition to it.
Both Tyler and Sam work for the renovation company Hot Dam Homes. Sam is cousin to the owners. He comes from a tight family who a dynamic and talented. He loves them all fiercely, but sometimes he feels like he doesn’t quite live up to them. He hasn’t managed to find his person, he lives an average life. Tyler brightens that life.
Tyler is a young veteran. He escaped a tough childhood by enlisting, in hopes of getting an education on the other side. Only to come home battered and having lost most of his hearing. Sam makes him want to trust in love.
This is a kind and gentle story, with a lot of healing and beautiful dreams,
July 20, 2023
The book was well-written and had genuine emotion and connection. The MC’s had amazing chemistry. They have a long-lasting build up of attraction, but when they are in a forced proximity situation, that attraction comes to a head. You could tell how much they were attracted to each other from the start and then after they met again when they allowed themselves to feel something real. I enjoyed the dynamics between them and watching their romance blossom over time. Each of the characters had issues and trauma to overcome, and the story had me on the edge of my seat waiting for the conclusion. This is the third book in the Hot Dam series, but you can read this book as a standalone.
I received an ARC of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received an ARC of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 9, 2023
This was a good addition to the series. I’m loving seeing Harper’s writing blossom. Her content and her flow are improving without compromising her positive qualities, like her humor. It definitely had me chuckling, even the awkward parts and awkward humor usually is a huge miss for me. Tyler and Sam were what the other needed to overcome what has been holding them back. They crawl there at first but once they finally climb out of the pit of awkwardness they were in, they flourished. They learn from past mistakes and find the healing they need. Very cute, low-angst, forced proximity and good inclusivity. I’m excited for more.
January 18, 2024
An incredible conclusion
To a wonderful series. Robson tackles multiple extraneous elements in the overall series - in this one service-based PTSD and the effects of a parent with dementia with extreme care. Weaving this into a MM romance is a fresh approach creating dimension and depth. I love that she was able to include personal awakenings that were practical and realistic without the cheesiness often found. Overall the series was top notch and this third volume is truly a work of art.
To a wonderful series. Robson tackles multiple extraneous elements in the overall series - in this one service-based PTSD and the effects of a parent with dementia with extreme care. Weaving this into a MM romance is a fresh approach creating dimension and depth. I love that she was able to include personal awakenings that were practical and realistic without the cheesiness often found. Overall the series was top notch and this third volume is truly a work of art.
July 2, 2023
Sam has lived a good life with a good family, but he has had no luck in relationships. He has become very insecure of his ability to have loved romantically. He always tried to be someone else to please the people he dated. His new job has him in constant close proximity to young Tyler, so Tyler gets to know the real Sam and he wants him for who he is. I loved that Sam was able to help Tyler through his PTSD as well. A quick low angst addition to the series!
August 14, 2024
I love reading these books. Low angst, steamy scenes, romantic men with flaws and great characters. The whole series was fun to read. I also love when we see previous MCs as the side characters. Sam and Tyler were so good for each other. Sam needed someone to love and pamper, Tyler just needed love and encouragement. They both needed to stop putting themselves down and let the other make them shine.
July 13, 2023
I enjoyed Sam and Tyler's story. It was great to see Tyler start to believe in himself when he had the full support of people who care about him. I was glad that Sam was able to stay with HDH and even feel for confident in his place there. These two were so sweet and I loved how Mason sent them off by themselves to work just to force them to spend time together.
January 23, 2024
Sam + Tyler
•May-December relationship (17? years difference)
•An older guy in search of the one
•A younger guy still coming to terms with various trauma (childhood neglect, PTSD and deafness after injuries)
•An extended stay in a remote location with (yes) only one bed
•Relationship build around external drama (sickness of a close family member)
A great addition to the Hot Dam Homes 🦫 series.
•May-December relationship (17? years difference)
•An older guy in search of the one
•A younger guy still coming to terms with various trauma (childhood neglect, PTSD and deafness after injuries)
•An extended stay in a remote location with (yes) only one bed
•Relationship build around external drama (sickness of a close family member)
A great addition to the Hot Dam Homes 🦫 series.
August 24, 2024
The author tried to include every diverse character she could think of: bi, gay, deaf person, person with autism, addict, agism, Alzheimer's, and sex.
It was too much. Many of the diversity tags had nothing to do with the story to added to it.
She could have spent more time developing the characters and story line.
It was too much. Many of the diversity tags had nothing to do with the story to added to it.
She could have spent more time developing the characters and story line.
September 16, 2024
There's nothing earth shattering about this book, but it's a sweet gentle read in the Hot Dam Homes series with Sam who's like a Labrador always trying to change to please people, but they leave him anyway and Tyler, the veteran with PTSD who thinks no one will want him. They're a sweet couple and I enjoyed their story
June 30, 2023
A great series
This has been a great series and it was lovely to read about the earlier characters and round out their stories in this book. Tyler is a lovely character and Sam is just made to care and protect. A fairly low angst easy read.
This has been a great series and it was lovely to read about the earlier characters and round out their stories in this book. Tyler is a lovely character and Sam is just made to care and protect. A fairly low angst easy read.
July 5, 2023
Sam & Tyler
Circling around each other for a few years, these two finally hook up. When they are forced together by a job for HDH, the age difference and the feelings of inadequacies fade away when they realize each might be what the other needs.
Circling around each other for a few years, these two finally hook up. When they are forced together by a job for HDH, the age difference and the feelings of inadequacies fade away when they realize each might be what the other needs.
July 9, 2023
This is a great story between Tyler and Sam. They have had eyes for each other for years but never acted upon it since they work together. Sam & Tyler are put on a new project together down the coast and they finally let the feelings take over. I have really enjoyed reading this series. I received an ARC of this book for my honest review.
July 14, 2023
I really enjoyed this story and plotline although at times it felt a bit draggy.
I loved the flip that the war veteran was the younger MC and the older MC was the sunshiny one. Honestly, it threw me at first but I loved it!
Forced proximity is always a win and definitely did not disappoint here. All in all an enjoyable read that I can safely recommend.
I loved the flip that the war veteran was the younger MC and the older MC was the sunshiny one. Honestly, it threw me at first but I loved it!
Forced proximity is always a win and definitely did not disappoint here. All in all an enjoyable read that I can safely recommend.
February 4, 2024
Great third book in the series. Slightly shorter than the others so it didn’t feel like too much was allowed to happen and the relationship didn’t have a ton of growth but it was sweet and spicy at times nonetheless. Looking forward to more books from this author in the future.
April 21, 2024
WOW!! So Good!!
Well written story and well developed characters! Although each book in this series is a stand alone, you should read them in order. There is a lot of people and places that interweave between books. The whole series is great!
Well written story and well developed characters! Although each book in this series is a stand alone, you should read them in order. There is a lot of people and places that interweave between books. The whole series is great!
July 4, 2023
This was another enjoyable book in the Hot Dam Homes series. Sam is feeling a little out of sorts since his cousin and best friend Mason bought into the business and is wrapped up in his husband. Tyler lost most of his hearing while serving overseas and is finally in a better place. He still has nightmares, but overall he’s doing well. Sam and Tyler are attracted to each other, but neither has acted on that attraction. They are thrown together as the result of a bad storm and then a new job. They are both such good guys and deserve to find love. This book is a quick, sweet, and low angst read. You don’t have to read the first two books to follow along, but I recommend it. They are just as good. I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest opinion.
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