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Exposure
Jax Bailey has built a successful career photographing famous women, but she’s blocked creatively and frustrated by her inability to hold on to a romantic relationship.
Trace Logan is independent to a fault but somehow failed to launch. The daughter of a career army mother, she’s moved around so much she doesn’t have a place she calls home, and she longs to return to school in pursuit of becoming a film editor. Working as a delivery driver, her dream seems impossible.
After reading about the gig economy, Jax’s search for a new perspective that can renew her passion, professional and personal, inspires her to break out of her rut by seeing the city through the eyes of a delivery driver. When Trace shows her the ropes, a spark ignites between them. Their differences in age and direction caution them to keep it casual, but what happens when everything they expose just pulls them closer together?
Trace Logan is independent to a fault but somehow failed to launch. The daughter of a career army mother, she’s moved around so much she doesn’t have a place she calls home, and she longs to return to school in pursuit of becoming a film editor. Working as a delivery driver, her dream seems impossible.
After reading about the gig economy, Jax’s search for a new perspective that can renew her passion, professional and personal, inspires her to break out of her rut by seeing the city through the eyes of a delivery driver. When Trace shows her the ropes, a spark ignites between them. Their differences in age and direction caution them to keep it casual, but what happens when everything they expose just pulls them closer together?
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Published September 10, 2024
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Nicole Disney
9 books158 followersNicole is a lifelong storyteller who is happiest when exploring the hidden corners of life. She lives in Denver, Colorado, where she is a collector of jobs that inspire her writing. She has worked as a 911 operator, police dispatcher, and martial arts instructor. Nicole loves words that hit hard and stories that linger. She has written literary fiction, contemporary LGBT, short stories, and flash fiction.
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September 1, 2024
4⭐️
Since “The Clinch” by Nicole Disney is still one of my all-time favorite books, reading this author's new book was a no-brainer. This time it's a collaboration with Kimberly Cooper Griffin, a new author for me.
Being a photographer myself, I was naturally interested in Jax's story. For years she photographed famous women, but somewhere, sometimes, she lost her mojo. Maybe doing something completely different will reignite her creativity.
Trace, about ten years younger than Jax, is a delivery driver with a big dream. But life throws obstacles in her way and keeps her from realizing her dream of becoming a film editor.
When the two meet, sparks fly unexpectedly. But there is the age difference and, more importantly, they are at completely different crossroads in their lives. Unable to resist each other, they agree only to a casual relationship. It shouldn’t be a problem, right? Or maybe love can be the connection to bridge the differences.
Their connection and chemistry feels real, as do the differences that keep them apart. But we all know that feelings don't stick to a script and present these two with unexpected challenges. Their different backgrounds and experiences also bring with them different hurdles and problems that they have to deal with. They have to learn to take risks and overcome the fear of failure, as well as admitting mistakes and standing by them.
POV alternates between Trace and Jax, giving a good insight into the emotional lives and thoughts of the two protagonists. The description of Jax's photographic work is fantastically realized and I especially saw the atmospheric street photos and the portraits in my mind's eye.
A beautiful love story, without unnecessary drama. Not as captivating as “The Clinch” was, but a good story.
Many thanks to Bold Strokes Books and NetGalley for receiving an ARC for an honest review.
Since “The Clinch” by Nicole Disney is still one of my all-time favorite books, reading this author's new book was a no-brainer. This time it's a collaboration with Kimberly Cooper Griffin, a new author for me.
Being a photographer myself, I was naturally interested in Jax's story. For years she photographed famous women, but somewhere, sometimes, she lost her mojo. Maybe doing something completely different will reignite her creativity.
Trace, about ten years younger than Jax, is a delivery driver with a big dream. But life throws obstacles in her way and keeps her from realizing her dream of becoming a film editor.
When the two meet, sparks fly unexpectedly. But there is the age difference and, more importantly, they are at completely different crossroads in their lives. Unable to resist each other, they agree only to a casual relationship. It shouldn’t be a problem, right? Or maybe love can be the connection to bridge the differences.
Their connection and chemistry feels real, as do the differences that keep them apart. But we all know that feelings don't stick to a script and present these two with unexpected challenges. Their different backgrounds and experiences also bring with them different hurdles and problems that they have to deal with. They have to learn to take risks and overcome the fear of failure, as well as admitting mistakes and standing by them.
POV alternates between Trace and Jax, giving a good insight into the emotional lives and thoughts of the two protagonists. The description of Jax's photographic work is fantastically realized and I especially saw the atmospheric street photos and the portraits in my mind's eye.
A beautiful love story, without unnecessary drama. Not as captivating as “The Clinch” was, but a good story.
Many thanks to Bold Strokes Books and NetGalley for receiving an ARC for an honest review.
September 9, 2024
When I started reading this story, I was afraid it would be told from the perspective of both protagonists, one after the other, covering the same scenes, first through one's eyes and then through the other's. Considering it was written by two women, I think it would have been a bit stressful. Luckily, it was only in the first meeting, and honestly, it helped give a first impression of the two protagonists.
Trace is a 27-year-old who had to drop out of her film editing and video studies for financial reasons. She’s always had a pretty nomadic life since her mom was in the army and they moved from base to base when she was little. Her mom is her only close family. Jax, 39, is a successful photographer who's lost her spark. She's made a name and a fortune in fashion and advertising, but she has more artistic interests that she can't quite seem to find. Jax thinks that working as a delivery driver will help her find new and exciting experiences.
Jax and Trace meet at work, where Trace shows her the ropes. Even though they're so different, they hit it off right away. But with both of them at very different points in their lives, they'll have to find common ground if they want to take a chance on something together. They both have baggage—real or imagined—and fears to overcome.
Publisher Bold Strokes Books was kind enough to provide me with an advanced reading copy via Netgalley for an honest review
Trace is a 27-year-old who had to drop out of her film editing and video studies for financial reasons. She’s always had a pretty nomadic life since her mom was in the army and they moved from base to base when she was little. Her mom is her only close family. Jax, 39, is a successful photographer who's lost her spark. She's made a name and a fortune in fashion and advertising, but she has more artistic interests that she can't quite seem to find. Jax thinks that working as a delivery driver will help her find new and exciting experiences.
Jax and Trace meet at work, where Trace shows her the ropes. Even though they're so different, they hit it off right away. But with both of them at very different points in their lives, they'll have to find common ground if they want to take a chance on something together. They both have baggage—real or imagined—and fears to overcome.
Publisher Bold Strokes Books was kind enough to provide me with an advanced reading copy via Netgalley for an honest review
November 11, 2024
Exposure brings together two women, Jax and Trace, who are both at transitional points in their lives, working as grocery delivery drivers while figuring out their next steps. Jax is a photographer in her late 30s caring for her grandmother, and Trace, in her late 20s, is an aspiring film editor struggling to finish her degree. Their connection is instant, and there’s definite chemistry between them, though the story itself felt a bit slow at times.
The contrast between their mundane jobs and their creative passions adds an interesting layer, and I enjoyed the artistic moments woven throughout the story. However, the plot didn't fully pull me in; while Jax and Trace had potential as a couple, I found myself wanting a bit more depth in their journey to keep me fully invested.
Overall, Exposure offers a grounded, slow-burn romance with realistic challenges and intense chemistry. While it didn’t completely captivate me, fans of subtle, realistic stories might enjoy watching these two navigate their connection and personal struggles.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Bold Strokes Books for a copy of this novel. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
The contrast between their mundane jobs and their creative passions adds an interesting layer, and I enjoyed the artistic moments woven throughout the story. However, the plot didn't fully pull me in; while Jax and Trace had potential as a couple, I found myself wanting a bit more depth in their journey to keep me fully invested.
Overall, Exposure offers a grounded, slow-burn romance with realistic challenges and intense chemistry. While it didn’t completely captivate me, fans of subtle, realistic stories might enjoy watching these two navigate their connection and personal struggles.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Bold Strokes Books for a copy of this novel. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
September 10, 2024
I received an ARC copy of this book from the Publisher via Netgalley and voluntarily leaving my review.
Jax is an amazing photographer who has lost her creatively. She decided to get a job working as a delivery driver to get over her block and to see a different perspective. She meets Trace who working there while she tires makes ends meets so she can go back to school to get her degree because she wants to make films. Jax and Trace feel a attraction but Jax is hesitant because there a age gap and the fact she never done casual relationship before and that’s all Trace can offer because she believes being in a relationship will stop her focus on her goals. Both Jax and Trace have to learn that sometimes putting yourself or someone first doesn’t mean your dreams won’t come true and that your not being selfish for wanting to follow your own path and just because you do doesn’t mean the people you love is being left behind.
Jax is an amazing photographer who has lost her creatively. She decided to get a job working as a delivery driver to get over her block and to see a different perspective. She meets Trace who working there while she tires makes ends meets so she can go back to school to get her degree because she wants to make films. Jax and Trace feel a attraction but Jax is hesitant because there a age gap and the fact she never done casual relationship before and that’s all Trace can offer because she believes being in a relationship will stop her focus on her goals. Both Jax and Trace have to learn that sometimes putting yourself or someone first doesn’t mean your dreams won’t come true and that your not being selfish for wanting to follow your own path and just because you do doesn’t mean the people you love is being left behind.
January 24, 2025
Jax is just starting as a delivery driver for a grocery company, and the person there to welcome her is Trace. Trace has been working there for two years, after giving up studying video editing and production at college - but she has every intention of returning to finish her degree. Jax is taking time away from her real profession and passion of photography, after losing her creativity when a relationship went under.
The first part is how these two women find each other, their fledgling relationship. But later it’s about how they work out their connection, their emotions, and the mechanics of their life together. The two parts are quite different, the first section is gentle, but with an undercurrent of the start of love. The second part is in places a brutal emotional rollercoaster, with both women feeling emotionally drained.
I found this quite difficult to read; some emotional angst and some physical harm. It is certainly worth reading however, but for me it wasn’t a page turner. For a while I left it and found something lighter, then came back to it a couple of days later.
The first part is how these two women find each other, their fledgling relationship. But later it’s about how they work out their connection, their emotions, and the mechanics of their life together. The two parts are quite different, the first section is gentle, but with an undercurrent of the start of love. The second part is in places a brutal emotional rollercoaster, with both women feeling emotionally drained.
I found this quite difficult to read; some emotional angst and some physical harm. It is certainly worth reading however, but for me it wasn’t a page turner. For a while I left it and found something lighter, then came back to it a couple of days later.
September 7, 2024
would like to thank netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this book
jax bailey is a photographer but she is in a slump.... creatively she just cant get her mojo back
trace logan has stalled her career but its only short term until she can afford to pay for her classes again in the mean time she does deliveries
jax slump means she is looking for something new and tries out for deliveries....
this is where jax and trace meet....and they start to get closes when they swop delivery stories...
at one of jax shoots trace accompanies her and its there that trace gets her first break....
LA beckons for trace... but jax its the start of her nightmare
not a bad storyline.... and was interesting to see how it all pans out
jax bailey is a photographer but she is in a slump.... creatively she just cant get her mojo back
trace logan has stalled her career but its only short term until she can afford to pay for her classes again in the mean time she does deliveries
jax slump means she is looking for something new and tries out for deliveries....
this is where jax and trace meet....and they start to get closes when they swop delivery stories...
at one of jax shoots trace accompanies her and its there that trace gets her first break....
LA beckons for trace... but jax its the start of her nightmare
not a bad storyline.... and was interesting to see how it all pans out
September 10, 2024
Honest, vulnerable, raw and so beautifully real. Can you let go of the past to trust your heart and dive into the unknown?
I received an advance copy from Netgalley for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Jax is stuck. Having a very successful career as a studio photographer, she made a name for herself in the business. Something is lacking though. All projects blend together and she needs new inspiration to get her creative juices flowing again. That’s why she finds herself taking a job as a delivery driver, hoping to get to see parts of the human experience that are kept behind closed doors for the outside world. Walking into the warehouse on day one, she meets Trace. Trace is a very beautiful co-worker and somehow Jax hopes she gets to see much more of her. Over the course of a few months Jax and Trace spend more and more time together, eventually crossing the line into friends with benefits territory. Can Jax keep it casual though?
Trace has been working as a delivery driver for the last two years. Not the career path she hoped to be on, but with no money to finish her film school degree, she is putting her head down and working hard until a new opportunity arrives. Trace’s new co-worker Jax is becoming a very welcome distraction. The fiery connection Trace feels to Jax is undeniable. Jax introduces her to the professional world of film and all bets are off. Opportunities are endless but what about her budding relationship with Jax?
This story gripped me from page one. In the beginning the moving from one POV to the other was a little disorienting, but once I got the hang of it the words started to flow organically. Jax and Trace didn’t know the my were looking for each other but with them spending more time together it’s blatantly obvious that this is the real thing. The only problems in their way are their pasts. For Jax it’s being hurt multiple times by people choosing their career over her. For Trace it’s the idea of being tied down and not being able to fulfill her dreams. It looks like a disaster waiting to happen, but both women can’t deny the combustible pull they feel towards each other.
I love Jax! She is down to earth despite being a very in demand photographer. She lives with her rapidly aging grandmother in her hometown Denver and her undying love for her is heartwarming. Jax is adamant about staying in Denver to take care of her grandma. She has a hard time leaning into the connection with Trace, finding it difficult to believe Trace will choose her instead of the glamorous life in Hollywood. The descriptions of her struggle are so intimate and authentic, it’s very hard to not want to pull her into a hug and tell her everything will be alright. It’s heartbreaking to watch her think she’s doing the right thing while being destroyed inside.
Trace might be younger than Jax, her life experiences as an army brat more than make up for that. She has always kept herself from letting people in too deep, wanting to stay flexible to whatever life throws at her. Jax is a complication though. A very alluring complication. Throughout the story Trace learns to trust her instincts. While she is pulled in opposite directions, her feelings for Jax grow and grow and grow. She finds that it isn’t just lust and good company. Jax understands her on a very deep level, both creatively and emotionally.
Exposure is a beautiful and magnetic story of love, ambition and finding a way to combine the two. It’s very hard to put it down once you start, so I suggest you clear your schedule!
I received an advance copy from Netgalley for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Jax is stuck. Having a very successful career as a studio photographer, she made a name for herself in the business. Something is lacking though. All projects blend together and she needs new inspiration to get her creative juices flowing again. That’s why she finds herself taking a job as a delivery driver, hoping to get to see parts of the human experience that are kept behind closed doors for the outside world. Walking into the warehouse on day one, she meets Trace. Trace is a very beautiful co-worker and somehow Jax hopes she gets to see much more of her. Over the course of a few months Jax and Trace spend more and more time together, eventually crossing the line into friends with benefits territory. Can Jax keep it casual though?
Trace has been working as a delivery driver for the last two years. Not the career path she hoped to be on, but with no money to finish her film school degree, she is putting her head down and working hard until a new opportunity arrives. Trace’s new co-worker Jax is becoming a very welcome distraction. The fiery connection Trace feels to Jax is undeniable. Jax introduces her to the professional world of film and all bets are off. Opportunities are endless but what about her budding relationship with Jax?
This story gripped me from page one. In the beginning the moving from one POV to the other was a little disorienting, but once I got the hang of it the words started to flow organically. Jax and Trace didn’t know the my were looking for each other but with them spending more time together it’s blatantly obvious that this is the real thing. The only problems in their way are their pasts. For Jax it’s being hurt multiple times by people choosing their career over her. For Trace it’s the idea of being tied down and not being able to fulfill her dreams. It looks like a disaster waiting to happen, but both women can’t deny the combustible pull they feel towards each other.
I love Jax! She is down to earth despite being a very in demand photographer. She lives with her rapidly aging grandmother in her hometown Denver and her undying love for her is heartwarming. Jax is adamant about staying in Denver to take care of her grandma. She has a hard time leaning into the connection with Trace, finding it difficult to believe Trace will choose her instead of the glamorous life in Hollywood. The descriptions of her struggle are so intimate and authentic, it’s very hard to not want to pull her into a hug and tell her everything will be alright. It’s heartbreaking to watch her think she’s doing the right thing while being destroyed inside.
Trace might be younger than Jax, her life experiences as an army brat more than make up for that. She has always kept herself from letting people in too deep, wanting to stay flexible to whatever life throws at her. Jax is a complication though. A very alluring complication. Throughout the story Trace learns to trust her instincts. While she is pulled in opposite directions, her feelings for Jax grow and grow and grow. She finds that it isn’t just lust and good company. Jax understands her on a very deep level, both creatively and emotionally.
Exposure is a beautiful and magnetic story of love, ambition and finding a way to combine the two. It’s very hard to put it down once you start, so I suggest you clear your schedule!
August 24, 2024
This book offers a captivating exploration of two women at crossroads in their lives, each searching for something more. Jax’s struggle with creative block and Trace’s longing for stability make for an intriguing contrast, and their connection feels authentic and deeply resonant. The story cleverly uses the gig economy as a backdrop for self-discovery and the unexpected spark between them adds a layer of tension and excitement. While the age gap and differing life paths present obvious challenges, the chemistry between Jax and Trace is undeniable, making this a compelling and heartfelt read. Absolutely worth it.
Thank you NetGalley and BSB for the free ARC.
Thank you NetGalley and BSB for the free ARC.
February 12, 2025
This was ok but I was a little bored reading this. Might have been just me. It’s well written but didn’t grab me. A decent love story but I didn’t really sink into the characters nor really care about their delivery job details that took up a lot of pages.
August 18, 2024
I was not instantly hooked to the characters in the beginning of the book that started off a bit slow. After a while when their love story started picking up speed, they both grow as characters, and they are so right for each other. Their chemistry is off the charts, but it takes a while for them to really decide that this is right for them and wanting to risk everything and take a chance with each other. The referral to the Schrödinger theory in the book really nails down their dilemma and just the mention of something as scientific like that adds an extra appreciation of this book in my mind. I really recommend reading this book.
I received a free ARC from NetGalley.
I received a free ARC from NetGalley.
September 5, 2024
I wasn’t instantly drawn into this story of two women working as grocery home delivery drivers. But I trusted the authors, both who I have read before, to draw me more into the story. Jax Bailey is almost 40, a respected professional photographer and cares for her grandmother. Trace Logan is 27 and has been on her own for a while. She has traveled the world as a child of a career Army mother. She is two quarters shy of getting her degree in film editing. But getting ahead enough to finish her degree is hard. The delivery job is just a holding place for both as they try and figure out what they want next or how to get it.
They have a sizzling attraction to each other but Jax is hesitant because of the age gap. I think the work they were doing made the book feel more gritty than the story actually is. I love the descriptions of Jax’s photos and the excitement Trace feels towards her creative work. It is almost the polar opposite of the mundane routine of their job. I rooted for the couple to figure out compromises that will work for both of them so they get a HEA. It wasn’t a swooping romance but it felt realistic. Thank you to NetGalley and Bold Strokes Books for the ARC and I am leaving an honest review.
They have a sizzling attraction to each other but Jax is hesitant because of the age gap. I think the work they were doing made the book feel more gritty than the story actually is. I love the descriptions of Jax’s photos and the excitement Trace feels towards her creative work. It is almost the polar opposite of the mundane routine of their job. I rooted for the couple to figure out compromises that will work for both of them so they get a HEA. It wasn’t a swooping romance but it felt realistic. Thank you to NetGalley and Bold Strokes Books for the ARC and I am leaving an honest review.
October 12, 2024
Book collaborations are intriguing to me because I always wonder who wrote what and I always try to figure it out as I’m reading. The obvious choice is for one author to pen one character and the other writes the other one. The drawback of course is that two very distinct narration styles can develop, resulting in a choppy and uneven story. Fortunately, that didn’t happen in this book. The chapters and characters flow seamlessly into each other and if the two authors’ names weren’t on the front cover I wouldn’t have know it wasn’t written by one person.
This was very well done with a unique premise, immersive story, and a romance that was both steamy and sweet. I was already a fan of Disney (if you haven’t read The Clinch yet do yourself a favor and do so immediately) but now I feel compelled to seek out the works of Cooper Griffin to devour as well!
I received an ARC of this ebook from NetGalley and all opinions are my own.
This was very well done with a unique premise, immersive story, and a romance that was both steamy and sweet. I was already a fan of Disney (if you haven’t read The Clinch yet do yourself a favor and do so immediately) but now I feel compelled to seek out the works of Cooper Griffin to devour as well!
I received an ARC of this ebook from NetGalley and all opinions are my own.
June 6, 2025
3.75 Stars
I enjoyed my time reading Exposure.
I liked the personalities of both Jax and Trace. They had such sweet interactions and their chemistry was great. I was happy to see Trace's opinions and the things that really matter to her, change toward the end of the book. I'm glad both ladies had open and honest discussions with each other. I found Trace's opinion on Jax being older super cute and idk, I just liked that both of them were finally like "hey yeah I really like you so I'm gonna just keep seeing you" and we got to see their relationship develop from there.
I enjoyed my time reading Exposure.
I liked the personalities of both Jax and Trace. They had such sweet interactions and their chemistry was great. I was happy to see Trace's opinions and the things that really matter to her, change toward the end of the book. I'm glad both ladies had open and honest discussions with each other. I found Trace's opinion on Jax being older super cute and idk, I just liked that both of them were finally like "hey yeah I really like you so I'm gonna just keep seeing you" and we got to see their relationship develop from there.
February 9, 2025
3.5 stars, final ending redeemed itself
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