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Through the Window
Alphonse is a hard-hearted bastard who doesn't let people hurt him—by not letting anyone get close. In his world, magic may be real, but he doesn't believe in love…at least not for himself.
The only people he cares about are his cousin Ferrous and Ferr's boyfriend, Jude. Even so, they irritate the life out of him sometimes. He tells himself he's given up on finding the lovey-dovey, mushy thing they have—doesn't want it anyway.
Then into his life comes Luke, a tough, cocky bastard of a boxer with enchanting dimples and a sexy little ass. Luke invites himself in through the window that very night, offering uncomplicated sex without emotionalism. He's not breakable or vulnerable, and he doesn't need words of love or promises for the future.
But somehow sex becomes something more, and Alphonse finds himself wanting to keep the tough boxer forever—but only on his terms.
Note: This story contains dark themes & sexual content
This story takes place after "Jude's Magic" and contains characters from that story.
Length: 50,000+ words
The only people he cares about are his cousin Ferrous and Ferr's boyfriend, Jude. Even so, they irritate the life out of him sometimes. He tells himself he's given up on finding the lovey-dovey, mushy thing they have—doesn't want it anyway.
Then into his life comes Luke, a tough, cocky bastard of a boxer with enchanting dimples and a sexy little ass. Luke invites himself in through the window that very night, offering uncomplicated sex without emotionalism. He's not breakable or vulnerable, and he doesn't need words of love or promises for the future.
But somehow sex becomes something more, and Alphonse finds himself wanting to keep the tough boxer forever—but only on his terms.
Note: This story contains dark themes & sexual content
This story takes place after "Jude's Magic" and contains characters from that story.
Length: 50,000+ words
202 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 29, 2014
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July 27, 2016
Known for sweetly romantic stories, this latest offering is different from any of Shiloh's previous books. Through the Window is a dark and emotional story that contains complex characters that have been deeply damaged by life.
I absolutely loved this story. I loved the complexity and the darkness in Alphonse’s character as well as the insecurities Luke struggled with regarding his boxing career. It was pure magic watching their love for each other grow from a dark and needy place into warmth. It could have been a disaster. They could have stumbled and never gotten back up again. It is honest and raw and real. Because of the intensity, I had to set it aside a couple of times because of how deeply the emotions impacted me. I just needed to not think about it for awhile and come back to it later..... but I was ALWAYS drawn back to the story. I couldn’t put it down completely until I had finished it. I had to alter my expectations, that were based on earlier writings, and judge this book on it’s own merits.
The story is enhanced with deliciously steamy sexual encounters and are very intense and detailed in a way that Shiloh has not written in a story before. Some people may be turned off by it, others will love it.... I know I did!
I highly recommend that you read Jude's Magic prior to starting this book as Through the Window contains many of the same characters. Jude's Magic provides lots of insight and backstory that will enhance your reading experience and understanding of the main character, Alphonse.
This is one book you don't want to miss!
I absolutely loved this story. I loved the complexity and the darkness in Alphonse’s character as well as the insecurities Luke struggled with regarding his boxing career. It was pure magic watching their love for each other grow from a dark and needy place into warmth. It could have been a disaster. They could have stumbled and never gotten back up again. It is honest and raw and real. Because of the intensity, I had to set it aside a couple of times because of how deeply the emotions impacted me. I just needed to not think about it for awhile and come back to it later..... but I was ALWAYS drawn back to the story. I couldn’t put it down completely until I had finished it. I had to alter my expectations, that were based on earlier writings, and judge this book on it’s own merits.
The story is enhanced with deliciously steamy sexual encounters and are very intense and detailed in a way that Shiloh has not written in a story before. Some people may be turned off by it, others will love it.... I know I did!
I highly recommend that you read Jude's Magic prior to starting this book as Through the Window contains many of the same characters. Jude's Magic provides lots of insight and backstory that will enhance your reading experience and understanding of the main character, Alphonse.
This is one book you don't want to miss!
August 30, 2014
Another one from Scuttlebutt.
Alphonse (Alfie) is a lawyer who lives with his cousin Ferrous (Ferr) and Ferr’s partner Jude in a large house left to them by their Grandfather. The book is set in Victorian times, in a world where magic seems to exist and homosexuality is not particularly frowned upon. Alfie is emotionally closed off, jealous of the relationship between Ferr and Jude yet convinced that love isn’t for him.
Alfie and Luke meet because Luke’s boss wants Ferr, who used to fight, to return to fight for him. While that doesn’t happen Alfie and Luke embark on a heated sexual relationship, almost immediately, starting by Luke entering the house, through the window.
Alfie is not a sympathetic character, he treats Luke rather callously to start with, and I have to say that if I was treated that way I would have just left. Luckily Luke isn't me, and so their relationship hurtles on a pace. Eventually Alfie's need for control begins to destroy their relationship.
This is a straightforward romance, although there is magic it’s very much a peripheral element, and apart from some healing doesn't bring anything to the plot. Jude's role as an investigator is touched on, but again only in the slightest way. This was a shame, to go to the effort of creating a world, then not utilizing it seems somewhat wasteful.
I found the relationship between Alfie and Luke initially lacking in chemistry, and struggled to understand what Luke , who is attractive, generous and loving could be getting out of it, and this was a major stumbling block for me,
While the premise of the book is good, it would have benefited from something more than the love story element, especially as there were opportunities with Alfie’s legal work and some of the magic.
Alphonse (Alfie) is a lawyer who lives with his cousin Ferrous (Ferr) and Ferr’s partner Jude in a large house left to them by their Grandfather. The book is set in Victorian times, in a world where magic seems to exist and homosexuality is not particularly frowned upon. Alfie is emotionally closed off, jealous of the relationship between Ferr and Jude yet convinced that love isn’t for him.
Alfie and Luke meet because Luke’s boss wants Ferr, who used to fight, to return to fight for him. While that doesn’t happen Alfie and Luke embark on a heated sexual relationship, almost immediately, starting by Luke entering the house, through the window.
Alfie is not a sympathetic character, he treats Luke rather callously to start with, and I have to say that if I was treated that way I would have just left. Luckily Luke isn't me, and so their relationship hurtles on a pace. Eventually Alfie's need for control begins to destroy their relationship.
This is a straightforward romance, although there is magic it’s very much a peripheral element, and apart from some healing doesn't bring anything to the plot. Jude's role as an investigator is touched on, but again only in the slightest way. This was a shame, to go to the effort of creating a world, then not utilizing it seems somewhat wasteful.
I found the relationship between Alfie and Luke initially lacking in chemistry, and struggled to understand what Luke , who is attractive, generous and loving could be getting out of it, and this was a major stumbling block for me,
While the premise of the book is good, it would have benefited from something more than the love story element, especially as there were opportunities with Alfie’s legal work and some of the magic.
August 2, 2017
Shiloh Hollis can sometimes be a perplexing author. Take Through the Window for instance, it's a sequel to Jude's Magic but she didn't take time to fill the readers in on the world setting? Magic? Explain that whole thing to me. Nope, nothing. Ferrous & Jude were cute and Luke was a sparkling character, Alphonse was cantankerous at best. The whole story felt hollow & at times too bittersweet for me. I did enjoy the concept of a love affair that is not mushy & overly romantic
April 30, 2015
Alphonse is very difficult to like, but still, he's one of my favorite MCs, and Through The Window my favorite Hollis Shiloh book so far :)
February 25, 2025
Alphonse is an ass… dnf at 23% as nothing was happening except lacklustre sex and Alphonse’s verbal abuse towards Jude (despite supposedly caring about him in his mind). I just do not care enough about these characters to waste anymore time.
June 15, 2025
MM paranormal romance. Continuation of a series. A mundane boxer is dating a lawyer with magical abilities. They live in a household with two other magic users, one the brother of the lawyer.
The lawyer that the boxer is dating is extremely disagreeable and unlikable, but he has a few kind moments.
The lawyer that the boxer is dating is extremely disagreeable and unlikable, but he has a few kind moments.
October 2, 2015
I got this despite wondering if I'd really get over Alphonse beating up Jude in the previous book (Jude's Magic) in the series. Alphonse is a cold, harsh, controlling man, not nice at all. Although there are reasons why he is the way he is, I never totally forgave him his actions in that book or this one. However, I still enjoyed the book. I usually put down a book unfinished, and pretty quickly, if the protagonist is unsympathetic. This one I was able to keep reading.
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May 27, 2015
One of the best I've ever read
I have enjoyed this authors work and will continue to so in the future. This book had from the few pages. I was held tightly from beginning to the end. At times I was overjoyed by events and extremely upset, close to anger at others. That is why I will continue reading this author any time I can get my hands on one of how works. Bravo Mr. Shiloh
I have enjoyed this authors work and will continue to so in the future. This book had from the few pages. I was held tightly from beginning to the end. At times I was overjoyed by events and extremely upset, close to anger at others. That is why I will continue reading this author any time I can get my hands on one of how works. Bravo Mr. Shiloh
May 30, 2014
Wow. Just wow. What an awesome read m
December 15, 2014
Took me some time to get into this book, but once I did, I couldn't put it down. Very enjoyable.
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