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SEAL Team #2
Wanting Him
Wanting him could destroy me, but it could also save me.
Carson
I dreamed of being a Navy SEAL, but to achieve my goal, I had to choose. I could be gay or be a SEAL. Being a SEAL won out. You couldn’t miss what you had never experienced. I hoped being a team guy would fill the void left by denying who I was. And it did, until terrorists took my teammate captive, and I watched two of my best friends find love. Now repressed thoughts and feelings plagued me, and I didn’t know if I’d be able to resist.
Especially not when my first and only crush showed back up.
Roman
Growing up in the bible belt was hard enough, especially when your dad, the town doctor, committed suicide. So I hid in the closet until I left for college. There twosomes turned into moresomes, which somehow led to a drunken hook-up with a sorority girl. When she turned up pregnant, I married her, but she disappeared as soon as the baby was born, leaving me a single dad.
When Carson Wilcox returned to my life, he reawakened the want I’d always had for him. But the emotional wounds left by my father and wife still festered and I didn’t know if I could risk not only my heart but my daughter’s too.
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Wanting Him is an MM Military Romance set at the end of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell and picks up after Saving Him. While Saving Him doesn’t have to be read to read Wanting Him, the cast of characters from Saving Him appear in Wanting Him and will show up in all the SEAL Team books to follow.
Carson
I dreamed of being a Navy SEAL, but to achieve my goal, I had to choose. I could be gay or be a SEAL. Being a SEAL won out. You couldn’t miss what you had never experienced. I hoped being a team guy would fill the void left by denying who I was. And it did, until terrorists took my teammate captive, and I watched two of my best friends find love. Now repressed thoughts and feelings plagued me, and I didn’t know if I’d be able to resist.
Especially not when my first and only crush showed back up.
Roman
Growing up in the bible belt was hard enough, especially when your dad, the town doctor, committed suicide. So I hid in the closet until I left for college. There twosomes turned into moresomes, which somehow led to a drunken hook-up with a sorority girl. When she turned up pregnant, I married her, but she disappeared as soon as the baby was born, leaving me a single dad.
When Carson Wilcox returned to my life, he reawakened the want I’d always had for him. But the emotional wounds left by my father and wife still festered and I didn’t know if I could risk not only my heart but my daughter’s too.
***
Wanting Him is an MM Military Romance set at the end of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell and picks up after Saving Him. While Saving Him doesn’t have to be read to read Wanting Him, the cast of characters from Saving Him appear in Wanting Him and will show up in all the SEAL Team books to follow.
481 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 25, 2025
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Sara Hurst
20 books146 followersSara identifies as a geek and an extroverted introvert. She loves being out in a crowd and having a good time, but getting her there can be a pain.
Most of the time, you will find her nose buried in her phone, reading or rereading a book. Besides a good book, Sara loves technology, building things, and learning as much as possible about almost any subject. Sara believes there can never be too much romance in this world and reads romance from all angles and facets of life, which makes Sara an ALLY to all, and she wants her books to show that.
She’s a wife and mom of three kids, two dogs, and two cats—a lover of baseball, hockey, motorcycles, spin classes, and roller coasters.
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Most of the time, you will find her nose buried in her phone, reading or rereading a book. Besides a good book, Sara loves technology, building things, and learning as much as possible about almost any subject. Sara believes there can never be too much romance in this world and reads romance from all angles and facets of life, which makes Sara an ALLY to all, and she wants her books to show that.
She’s a wife and mom of three kids, two dogs, and two cats—a lover of baseball, hockey, motorcycles, spin classes, and roller coasters.
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March 2, 2025
3.5 ⭐️
While the writing and premise were quite good and I was excited to read this when I first saw it was releasing, specially because I loved book 1 I found myself missing a connection, building intimacy and swoony moments between the MCs . The way their relationship was handled was great for the story but the romantic plot didn’t work for me
While the writing and premise were quite good and I was excited to read this when I first saw it was releasing, specially because I loved book 1 I found myself missing a connection, building intimacy and swoony moments between the MCs . The way their relationship was handled was great for the story but the romantic plot didn’t work for me
February 21, 2025
This is such a wonderful slow burn romance that gives two high school friends a second chance with their first love, if they can survive DADT.
Carson is a SEAL and lives for his team and the work that they do. Coming across Roman in a hospital in Germany is a complete shock but awakens something that has been dormant since his friend left their small town for college. Roman has since become a dad to the adorable Margot, but felt the loss of his friend just as keenly, but needing to leave due to family drama.
This story doesn't skimp on the pining emotions that both men have for the other, but also not on the dangers that Carson and his team experience when deployed. As an ER doctor, Roman sees it all and it's his worst nightmare to see Carson in his ER, but luckily it's not him that is hurt this time. What a way to have a reunion.
This story really showcases the control that the army/navy have over your life and schedule, often needing to leave at a moment's notice, but also keeping any possibility of something between them hidden from nearly everyone in their lives. Both men experience dark periods during the story but they each have a supportive family to help them through. Roman's mum and daughter keep him sane and entertained whenever he's not working, and Carson has his team, his found family, who he would do anything for, as well as most of his family. We all know there is always one that's out to cause trouble and Trip is that with a capital T.
There's a lot to experience with these MC's, highs and lows but it is all worth it for what they have in store together. This is my first read by Sara Hurst but won't be my last.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
Carson is a SEAL and lives for his team and the work that they do. Coming across Roman in a hospital in Germany is a complete shock but awakens something that has been dormant since his friend left their small town for college. Roman has since become a dad to the adorable Margot, but felt the loss of his friend just as keenly, but needing to leave due to family drama.
This story doesn't skimp on the pining emotions that both men have for the other, but also not on the dangers that Carson and his team experience when deployed. As an ER doctor, Roman sees it all and it's his worst nightmare to see Carson in his ER, but luckily it's not him that is hurt this time. What a way to have a reunion.
This story really showcases the control that the army/navy have over your life and schedule, often needing to leave at a moment's notice, but also keeping any possibility of something between them hidden from nearly everyone in their lives. Both men experience dark periods during the story but they each have a supportive family to help them through. Roman's mum and daughter keep him sane and entertained whenever he's not working, and Carson has his team, his found family, who he would do anything for, as well as most of his family. We all know there is always one that's out to cause trouble and Trip is that with a capital T.
There's a lot to experience with these MC's, highs and lows but it is all worth it for what they have in store together. This is my first read by Sara Hurst but won't be my last.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
November 23, 2025
Ugh hate cliffhanger endings as it is but I really hate it when the next book hasn’t been released yet 😭 i need more of this series!!
March 1, 2025
What a second book 2 in this series! This happens round about the same time of book 1 and Carson is on the same team of men involved on the first book. Carson has only ever wanted 2 things to be a seal and Roman Ott. The first he has achieved, the second he hasn't seen since his last year in high school. With DADT in full force, and the fact that Carson has only ever been attracted to one person, he has never confronted his feelings as to what he is or likes. He's been in etc Navy for tech past 15 years and that has kept him busy. So when he suddenly comes face to face with his one time crush he is a bit shocked to see he still feels the same way after all the time but they are both military men and he doesn't even know what Roman feels anyway.
Roman has a little girl whom he loves dearly after a one night gone wrong. He now has full charge of her and looks after he with his mom as he is a military dr and works and travels quite a bit. He is also gobsmacked when the one person he was never able to get out of his head no matter how many nights he tried to, is suddenly in his hospital!
This is a very slow burn, both men have military careers and with DADT they can't risk anything plus Roman has a daughter who must come first. The chemistry between them can be felt straight away and they are both so different yet remember their childhood time as best friends so well and feelings neither of them were brave enough to act on. Now they want to but are scared to risk it an possibly expose themselves.
I think it was very well written and you could feel the frustration at wanting to act on their feelings now they are older and realise how fragile life is and one's happiness is so important. It was a reminder of what the military was like for so many people for so long having to hide what and how they felt. Even today they still have to to to some degree. We should be able to love who and how we want. You could feel the passion the author has when writing these stories of these men and women who serve their country giving their all. I really enjoyed the slow burn and can't wait to see what awaits in the next book.
Roman has a little girl whom he loves dearly after a one night gone wrong. He now has full charge of her and looks after he with his mom as he is a military dr and works and travels quite a bit. He is also gobsmacked when the one person he was never able to get out of his head no matter how many nights he tried to, is suddenly in his hospital!
This is a very slow burn, both men have military careers and with DADT they can't risk anything plus Roman has a daughter who must come first. The chemistry between them can be felt straight away and they are both so different yet remember their childhood time as best friends so well and feelings neither of them were brave enough to act on. Now they want to but are scared to risk it an possibly expose themselves.
I think it was very well written and you could feel the frustration at wanting to act on their feelings now they are older and realise how fragile life is and one's happiness is so important. It was a reminder of what the military was like for so many people for so long having to hide what and how they felt. Even today they still have to to to some degree. We should be able to love who and how we want. You could feel the passion the author has when writing these stories of these men and women who serve their country giving their all. I really enjoyed the slow burn and can't wait to see what awaits in the next book.
March 2, 2025
Carson and his team are advancing. He's a SEAL what he's always wanted professionally. But the other thing nope can't think of that. Now he has Roman living rent free in his head and he needs to shake it off.
Roman is a doctor and he's in Germany. He's at the hospital he is working at when the call comes in of a medical transport coming in. His first thought is of Carson. Ten years and Carson still lives rent free in his head. He;s know Carson since middle school.He and Carson were from West Virginia,from a small Appalachian town. No way would he out himself with the other men who were more knuckle dragging good ole boys. You could get your teeth knocked out.
He finally has time to text his mother who's coming to Germany with his daughter. He finally gets a break to get coffee. So he heads to the lounge his nurse gave him directions to find. There he goes in and stills immediately. Carson!!?? It can't be. Then he finds that he is Carson and he's a part of the team of SEALs who came in with the injured SEAL. It sends him into remembering their school days. Carson once he sees Roman has a moment of remembering his time into becoming a SEAL and his family, particularly older brother, running his mouth. Roman is the only who's ever made his little head sit up and take notice.
To both being gay in the military under the DADT was difficult. But now they've reconnected and are trying to catch up the last ten years. The only downside for this reunion is the critical condition one of Carson's teammate is suffering.
After spending years of their life's avoiding the sexual preferences they had can they now reach for what they each want. Will they be able to open up to each other? For Carson can he trust his buddies to have his back like they have accepted his two teammates who are a couple?
A look into life as a military person and the restrictions they face as they try to find happiness.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Roman is a doctor and he's in Germany. He's at the hospital he is working at when the call comes in of a medical transport coming in. His first thought is of Carson. Ten years and Carson still lives rent free in his head. He;s know Carson since middle school.He and Carson were from West Virginia,from a small Appalachian town. No way would he out himself with the other men who were more knuckle dragging good ole boys. You could get your teeth knocked out.
He finally has time to text his mother who's coming to Germany with his daughter. He finally gets a break to get coffee. So he heads to the lounge his nurse gave him directions to find. There he goes in and stills immediately. Carson!!?? It can't be. Then he finds that he is Carson and he's a part of the team of SEALs who came in with the injured SEAL. It sends him into remembering their school days. Carson once he sees Roman has a moment of remembering his time into becoming a SEAL and his family, particularly older brother, running his mouth. Roman is the only who's ever made his little head sit up and take notice.
To both being gay in the military under the DADT was difficult. But now they've reconnected and are trying to catch up the last ten years. The only downside for this reunion is the critical condition one of Carson's teammate is suffering.
After spending years of their life's avoiding the sexual preferences they had can they now reach for what they each want. Will they be able to open up to each other? For Carson can he trust his buddies to have his back like they have accepted his two teammates who are a couple?
A look into life as a military person and the restrictions they face as they try to find happiness.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 25, 2025
As someone who enjoys a good MM romance, I was excited to arc read this one, set in the intense world of the military.
The story follows Navy SEAL Carson and Army doctor Roman, two men whose past and present collide in unexpected ways. Carson is dedicated to his SEAL team, focused on advancing, and deeply closeted—he’s only ever been attracted to his childhood best friend, Roman, whom he hasn’t seen in fifteen years. When a fellow SEAL is injured in an ambush and kidnapped, Carson rescues him and follows him to a military hospital in Germany, where Roman is now stationed as an Army doctor. Sparks fly between them as they reconnect, but Roman’s life is complicated—he’s a single father to a spirited toddler, Magot.
Their reunion reignites the feelings they had as teenagers but never acted on. The chemistry between them is undeniable, but their careers and the societal pressures of “don’t ask, don’t tell” make their connection risky and complicated. Carson’s sexuality is central to the story, as he’s only ever been attracted to Roman, and this reunion stirs feelings he hasn’t experienced in years.
Roman, as a single dad, adds another layer of tension. His “straight” facade makes his attraction to Carson even more complex. The stakes are high as they navigate their feelings in a minefield of secrecy. This creates suspense, leaving readers wondering if they’ll ever have the courage to confront their emotions.
The book delves into the complexities of military life, particularly under “don’t ask, don’t tell.” The threat of revealing their feelings adds tension, making moments of vulnerability and passion all the more intense. Sara captures the realities of military service and family life, grounding the story in authenticity.
While the romance isn’t always full of spice, when it does heat up, it’s emotionally charged and perfectly timed. The buildup to intimacy feels earned and impactful.
March 4, 2025
Sarah Hurst is one of the few authors who can write a slow burn romance, serve it up on a plate with all the feels and raw emotions and have me reading it in one breath. I loved the first book, and I loved the second one even more, so I wonder how it is humanly possible to load so much longing, grief, love, fear, sadness and joy in such a skillful way that one can feel them all while reading. Carson and Roman have more than memories of childhood friendship. They share a special bond that has survived a 10-year separation, and when they unexpectedly run into each other, all feelings buried deep flare up once again. The story follows the challenges and obstacles surrounding two men in different military structures - Navy Seals and Army - who despite the odds and DADT decide they've had enough loneliness to last them a lifetime, so daring to try is the option for better future . My only regret is that the buildup of events and getting to know who Roman and Carson are as people took up so much of the story that I had very little window to enjoy the true closeness and romance at the end. But the plot was so beautifully written, so saturated with strong emotions, that it was totally worth the long wait. Watching Carson and Roman build their lives separately, fighting their battles along the way, reaching milestones and seeing their dreams come true while the true emptiness they felt inside them grew louder and more persistent, was really intense until it led to a sort of startling realization. Life will slip by - empty and devoid of warmth and companionship while the demands of their careers take more and more. Despite the bleak prognosis, I was thrilled to see the HEA at the end of the proverbial tunnel.
February 25, 2025
This is a really slooooooow burn.
It's the story of childhood friends, who had a crush on each other without the other one knowing, a life under Don't Ask, Don't Tell (so the story is set in 2010), fraternisation issue between officer and enlisted and a single dad.
Carson never thought he would see Roman again, he also never thought he would have any form of sexual attraction to anyone. A chance meeting pushed them together, just to have Carson realise that the military actually forbids any form of relationship, even friendship.
Roman is - thanks to the military - living in the closet, he never overcome his crush and meeting Carson again just intensives his problems. His daughter is his world but he is longing for more.
There is a lot packed in the story and it's a quite long one. I found that it dragged in some areas.
It takes until 50% of the story for these two to actually start properly talking. Before it's very much two separate stories, connected through their shared past.
When they finally get together, DADT is still in force, meaning they have to carry on in secret. I love how Carson's team is supporting them, his LT is amazing. There is some continuing story from the couple of the first book but you can read this without having any issues following them.
I found Carson's start of his physical relationship with Roman quite fast, he went from zero to 100 with no problems a bit too easy. Apart from the initial doubts that he is enough for Roman, they went on like bunnies.
I am looking forward to the next one.
It's the story of childhood friends, who had a crush on each other without the other one knowing, a life under Don't Ask, Don't Tell (so the story is set in 2010), fraternisation issue between officer and enlisted and a single dad.
Carson never thought he would see Roman again, he also never thought he would have any form of sexual attraction to anyone. A chance meeting pushed them together, just to have Carson realise that the military actually forbids any form of relationship, even friendship.
Roman is - thanks to the military - living in the closet, he never overcome his crush and meeting Carson again just intensives his problems. His daughter is his world but he is longing for more.
There is a lot packed in the story and it's a quite long one. I found that it dragged in some areas.
It takes until 50% of the story for these two to actually start properly talking. Before it's very much two separate stories, connected through their shared past.
When they finally get together, DADT is still in force, meaning they have to carry on in secret. I love how Carson's team is supporting them, his LT is amazing. There is some continuing story from the couple of the first book but you can read this without having any issues following them.
I found Carson's start of his physical relationship with Roman quite fast, he went from zero to 100 with no problems a bit too easy. Apart from the initial doubts that he is enough for Roman, they went on like bunnies.
I am looking forward to the next one.
March 1, 2025
I loved that this book kinda overlapped Saving Him (SEAL Team #1). Readers will get to see scenes played out from to different point of view. From the point of view of SEAL team member, Carson Wilcox, readers will feel the anguish felt around the team when they found Adam. This book will make readers’ heart thump with anticipation. The SEAL team continues to go on missions throughout this book, so the action is there. We also see when Carson's libido wakes up for the only man he has ever wanted. Roman Ott and Carson were friends in school. They lost touch when Roman joined the Army. They are reunited at the medical facility Adam and the team are sent to after Adam is recovered.
Roman is now a trauma doctor living with his daughter, Margot, and his mom in Germany. They make it work. You know me and kids. Margot stole every scene she was in. Carson ate breakfast with the family and it felt like home; his home, his family. When he got back to the team, he found out that even a friendship with Roman might not be a good idea. Carson ghosts Roman and his libido ghosts him again. There is no way to make this work. After much prodding and the SEAL team going missing, Carson ends up back in Germany and Roman is determine to stake his claim. How will they navigate a life with DADT looming over them? I really enjoyed this story. Ms. Hurst had my heart shredded and then she put it back together. The turmoil that these two go through is constant. I could not put the book down and devoured most of it in one day. I can't wait to see who is up next. I am so happy that Carson had Adam and Brock to lean on while navigating this journey.
Roman is now a trauma doctor living with his daughter, Margot, and his mom in Germany. They make it work. You know me and kids. Margot stole every scene she was in. Carson ate breakfast with the family and it felt like home; his home, his family. When he got back to the team, he found out that even a friendship with Roman might not be a good idea. Carson ghosts Roman and his libido ghosts him again. There is no way to make this work. After much prodding and the SEAL team going missing, Carson ends up back in Germany and Roman is determine to stake his claim. How will they navigate a life with DADT looming over them? I really enjoyed this story. Ms. Hurst had my heart shredded and then she put it back together. The turmoil that these two go through is constant. I could not put the book down and devoured most of it in one day. I can't wait to see who is up next. I am so happy that Carson had Adam and Brock to lean on while navigating this journey.
March 10, 2025
This is a great story to read. This is the second book in this series about a Seal Team. Carson is a Navy Seal, this is something he has always wanted. He is doing something that he likes even though his mind is on other things. Roman is an Army Doctor. Currently stationed in Germany. When Roman hears they have a Navy patient he thinks of Carson. Carson shows up with the rest of the SEAL Team. Adam is the Patient and the rest of the team is staying so they all can go home together. Roman runs into Carson and they talk for a bit, Carson meets Romans daughter. Carson runs away because he does not know what to think.. He has been in love with his best friend but cannot tell him. Carson runs and goes back home without saying anything. Roman and Carson text or call each other over the next several months, however neither one is willing to admit what they feel toward the other. Carson gets sent to OCS and is excited about becoming an officer. When Graduation rolls around Roman and his family go. Carson is surprised to see Roman but wants to tell him the truth. Roman and Carter never get a chance to discuss anything because Carson has to leave after graduation. When Roman sees Carson again he is hurt. They talk about their feelings and what it will mean. Will Carson finally admit he is in love with Roman and want a relationship when DADT is lifted??? Will Roman let Carson in and be apart of his life with his daughter???? Will they get to be a real family???.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 16, 2025
Following straight from Saving him Adam is now recovering in a military hospital in Germany. Carson and the rest of the team are there checking up on him. Carson never thinking that he would bump into Roman an Army doctor, an old school friend who he hasn't seen for over 10 years and the only guy who he has ever had a crush on.
This is a very slow burn due to their careers. Carson is still going on missions to god knows where and Roman is based in Germany with his daughter, with DADT still on the forefront of every ones minds, their romance was something that could not be rushed.
I really enjoyed this story and like in Saving Him we get the MCs, this time Carson and Roman's backstories told over multiple timelines and you can see what bond they had when they were teens. The MCs families played a big part in this story and I did not know what to expect with Carson's family but a shout out to his dad and as for Roman's family Margot was one of the most adorable little girls that I have read about in a while and every time she interacted with Carson or with one of his friends, my heart melted. She definitely got those big guys wrapped around her little finger.
You also get to catch up with Brock and Adam and I for one was glad that Carson had them to talk to, showing just how much of a family they were. When Roman and Carson finally got together I cheered and boy they did not hang around burning up all that pent up energy. I am curious to see who's story is next as I cannot get enough of these Seals
This is a very slow burn due to their careers. Carson is still going on missions to god knows where and Roman is based in Germany with his daughter, with DADT still on the forefront of every ones minds, their romance was something that could not be rushed.
I really enjoyed this story and like in Saving Him we get the MCs, this time Carson and Roman's backstories told over multiple timelines and you can see what bond they had when they were teens. The MCs families played a big part in this story and I did not know what to expect with Carson's family but a shout out to his dad and as for Roman's family Margot was one of the most adorable little girls that I have read about in a while and every time she interacted with Carson or with one of his friends, my heart melted. She definitely got those big guys wrapped around her little finger.
You also get to catch up with Brock and Adam and I for one was glad that Carson had them to talk to, showing just how much of a family they were. When Roman and Carson finally got together I cheered and boy they did not hang around burning up all that pent up energy. I am curious to see who's story is next as I cannot get enough of these Seals
March 1, 2025
Amazing Military Suspense!
Another great love story by Sara 😍, Carson and Roman will stay with me for quite some time! They were everything I love and want in a romance novel and I highly suggest checking this book out if it's on your TBR 💜.
I loved how easily the relationship flowed between Carson, Roman and even Romans little girl Margot. It was so beautiful to see how even time and distance can't dampen an amazing friendship like theirs, and not even the old teenage crush's they had on one another 🥹.
Carson is also just such a badass, I mean he's a Navy Seal so of course he is, but he's also so much more than that as you'll learn about 💗 and thankfully he has such amazing brothers in arm, that become a huge part of his family. If you've read the first book, you know Adam and Brock and you'll get even more insight into their lives from this one. BUT it can also be read as a stand-alone if you haven't read the first as it mainly focuses on Carson and Roman.
It also didn't feel as heavy as the first book, even though it certainly does deal with heavy topics so please be aware and check your triggers 💜.
When Roman and Carson finally come together it's everything 🥵🔥 I mean two alpha men like them? It's definitely what we've all been waiting for 😈.
You definitely won't regret picking this up! 🥰
Another great love story by Sara 😍, Carson and Roman will stay with me for quite some time! They were everything I love and want in a romance novel and I highly suggest checking this book out if it's on your TBR 💜.
I loved how easily the relationship flowed between Carson, Roman and even Romans little girl Margot. It was so beautiful to see how even time and distance can't dampen an amazing friendship like theirs, and not even the old teenage crush's they had on one another 🥹.
Carson is also just such a badass, I mean he's a Navy Seal so of course he is, but he's also so much more than that as you'll learn about 💗 and thankfully he has such amazing brothers in arm, that become a huge part of his family. If you've read the first book, you know Adam and Brock and you'll get even more insight into their lives from this one. BUT it can also be read as a stand-alone if you haven't read the first as it mainly focuses on Carson and Roman.
It also didn't feel as heavy as the first book, even though it certainly does deal with heavy topics so please be aware and check your triggers 💜.
When Roman and Carson finally come together it's everything 🥵🔥 I mean two alpha men like them? It's definitely what we've all been waiting for 😈.
You definitely won't regret picking this up! 🥰
March 1, 2025
This is a really really slow burn of a story, and I loved it. Navy SEAL Carson and Army doctor Roman haven't seen each other in 10 years, since Roman left their small Virginia town to go to college. In the decade they've been apart Carson has been through many missions and Roman has become a single dad. But they've both been secretly in love with each other since middle school. They each had thought that part of their lives was over until they lay eyes on each other again and the inferno cannot be contained. In a world of Don't Ask, Don't Tell and anti-fraternization rules they are afraid to let their true feelings come out even to each other. That all goes out the window when Carson is injured on a mission. They know they have to be open with each other before it's too late, they both want the three of them to be a real family.
Carson and Roman really hit me in the feels. The pining is so good. I did struggle a little when Roman had a relationship with another man because I wanted him to reach out to Carson instead. But there's no real cheating if that's a hard stop for you. I appreciate that the coming out parts with their families was kind of a non-issue, the coming out to the military is a bigger deal. I fell in love with this group of soldiers in the previous book in the series and it was fun to see those characters again. Highly recommend.
Carson and Roman really hit me in the feels. The pining is so good. I did struggle a little when Roman had a relationship with another man because I wanted him to reach out to Carson instead. But there's no real cheating if that's a hard stop for you. I appreciate that the coming out parts with their families was kind of a non-issue, the coming out to the military is a bigger deal. I fell in love with this group of soldiers in the previous book in the series and it was fun to see those characters again. Highly recommend.
February 21, 2025
Saving Him was my first introduction to Sara and it was a 5 star read for me. Wanting Him picks up right at the end of Saving Him and I couldn’t wait to get back into the world of Alpha Team. I’m a sucker for military romances and Sara is phenomenal at creating this world!
Carson and Roman are best friends who have always been secretly in love with each other but never shared their feelings. Military life takes them in separate directions and they are separated for 10 years before fate reunites them. This is a story of second chances, unrequited love, and truly highlights the struggles of active military life, especially with a Navy Seal.
This is truly and sloooowwww burn. Like, I don’t think the first kiss happens until almost 60% into the book. I don’t usually have an issue with the length of books, but it felt like there was a lot of extra scenes added in that probably weren’t necessary. I also sometimes struggled with the pacing of a scene and deciphering who is talking.
While this book didn’t hit for me quite as good as Book 1, it was still an enjoyable read. It’s fun to see the rest of the Seal Team throughout and I loved both Roman and Carson’s parents, and of course Margot.
Carson and Roman are best friends who have always been secretly in love with each other but never shared their feelings. Military life takes them in separate directions and they are separated for 10 years before fate reunites them. This is a story of second chances, unrequited love, and truly highlights the struggles of active military life, especially with a Navy Seal.
This is truly and sloooowwww burn. Like, I don’t think the first kiss happens until almost 60% into the book. I don’t usually have an issue with the length of books, but it felt like there was a lot of extra scenes added in that probably weren’t necessary. I also sometimes struggled with the pacing of a scene and deciphering who is talking.
While this book didn’t hit for me quite as good as Book 1, it was still an enjoyable read. It’s fun to see the rest of the Seal Team throughout and I loved both Roman and Carson’s parents, and of course Margot.
February 27, 2025
This is a second chance romance between a Navy SEAL an Army Doctor. They met as kids, had feelings and never acted on them. Nor did they forget each other. They meet again when Carson accompanies an injured SEAL teammate to a hospital in Germany. DADT gets between them. Closeted life styles do as well. And Roman is a single dad.
I found this to be a sweet story. It's slow burn to the nth degree. but you very much get their longing for each other. At times, I did wonder how Sara Hurst was going to pull a HEA out of this slightly angsty tale.
Carson's SEAL team is surprisingly supportive, or mostly. His lieutenant leads this found family. Roman's daughter is a support and a cheerleader for her dad's happiness.
I haven't read much contemporary military romance. And found this to be quite eye opening in regards to DADT.
A sweet story, a quick read. My first book by this author and it won't be my last.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I found this to be a sweet story. It's slow burn to the nth degree. but you very much get their longing for each other. At times, I did wonder how Sara Hurst was going to pull a HEA out of this slightly angsty tale.
Carson's SEAL team is surprisingly supportive, or mostly. His lieutenant leads this found family. Roman's daughter is a support and a cheerleader for her dad's happiness.
I haven't read much contemporary military romance. And found this to be quite eye opening in regards to DADT.
A sweet story, a quick read. My first book by this author and it won't be my last.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 2, 2025
Sara Hurst has a way with words that few authors seem to grasp. The way she writes emotions into her books makes them feel so much more real. When I say the book hangover with her books is real, I mean it. I don't want to read anything else besides this universe now. I love it so much. Meeting Carson and Roman was just as good as meeting Adam and Brock. Having the characters from the first book was a great touch. I loved getting to see the interactions between them, plus with Carson and Margot. We get to see the hardship of the families while they're shipped off. And the turmoil when something goes wrong.
My favorite scene would have to be when Roman first brings Carson home. When Margot tripped and he was there to catch her.
I did feel the beginning was slightly repetitive. The same backstory to some things was given a few times, which wasn't awful, but a few paragraphs probably weren't needed.
I enjoy this universe entirely too much. Figuring out what to read next is going to be hard. Thank you, Sara, for writing these books!
My favorite scene would have to be when Roman first brings Carson home. When Margot tripped and he was there to catch her.
I did feel the beginning was slightly repetitive. The same backstory to some things was given a few times, which wasn't awful, but a few paragraphs probably weren't needed.
I enjoy this universe entirely too much. Figuring out what to read next is going to be hard. Thank you, Sara, for writing these books!
February 24, 2025
Such a lovely couple…
What happens when you secretly love someone for half your life… ?
That‘s the plot for an epic love story and a book which gives the reader a lot of excitement and a little bit a feeling of „oh noooo, why?!?“ while reading it, because you obviously have to work for Carson & Roman‘s HEA! So do they by the way!
My pulse was high and erratic, my heart was racing the whole time reading this book…
I had so much fun getting to know Carson & Roman and Sara did a very good job describing their feelings for each other and their struggles, both being in the military during the time of DADT.
There were a lot of obstacles in their way but in the end it gladly worked out. Such a relief finally see them happy together. The Epilogue was very special and oh so lovely.
5 ⭐️ recommendation for this book!
What happens when you secretly love someone for half your life… ?
That‘s the plot for an epic love story and a book which gives the reader a lot of excitement and a little bit a feeling of „oh noooo, why?!?“ while reading it, because you obviously have to work for Carson & Roman‘s HEA! So do they by the way!
My pulse was high and erratic, my heart was racing the whole time reading this book…
I had so much fun getting to know Carson & Roman and Sara did a very good job describing their feelings for each other and their struggles, both being in the military during the time of DADT.
There were a lot of obstacles in their way but in the end it gladly worked out. Such a relief finally see them happy together. The Epilogue was very special and oh so lovely.
5 ⭐️ recommendation for this book!
March 17, 2025
Wanting Him is an engaging and emotional romance with an intriguing mix of military life, second chances, and personal discovery. The story of Carson, a Navy SEAL who has spent years suppressing his true self, and Roman, a single dad with a complicated past, is captivating and full of heart. Their reunion brings out buried emotions, past regrets, and undeniable attraction, making for a compelling read.
While the plot is strong and keeps you invested, the writing style wasn’t quite my thing. I found myself wishing for more dialogue to deepen the characters' interactions and bring out their chemistry. Additionally, the intimate scenes felt a bit underwhelming—they could have been more engaging and emotionally charged.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
While the plot is strong and keeps you invested, the writing style wasn’t quite my thing. I found myself wishing for more dialogue to deepen the characters' interactions and bring out their chemistry. Additionally, the intimate scenes felt a bit underwhelming—they could have been more engaging and emotionally charged.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 28, 2025
Carson and Roman have known each other since high school and each is so drawn to the other. Yet, they did not dare share their feelings. Different branches of the service kept them apart for years and when their eyes meet across the room- immediately the feelings and turmoil erupt. After all that time, to find each ofther in Germany in a hospital. And still they do not communicate. So many barriers: DADT, non-fraternization, and Roman's little girl who needs to be a top priority. Heart wrenchiing denial and lack of communication will throw your emotions into overdrive. Some family and teammates are so supportive of their connection and that will soothe you. Be ready to sit a spell and read - Sara is an amazing storyteller.
February 24, 2025
Roman is an Army E.R. doctor and a single dad.
Carson is a SEAL team member.
They were friends as kids and harbored feelings for one another but were unable to do anything about it.
They meet in an Army hospital when one of Carson's teammates is seriously injured.
This leads to them being in each other's lives again but this time they both have to decide if it's worth the risk to actually do something about it.
There's lots of emotionally compelling moments, lots of pain and healing.
I loved that they both had wonderful people to support them.
Roman has his mother and daughter and Carson has his teammates.
Carson is a SEAL team member.
They were friends as kids and harbored feelings for one another but were unable to do anything about it.
They meet in an Army hospital when one of Carson's teammates is seriously injured.
This leads to them being in each other's lives again but this time they both have to decide if it's worth the risk to actually do something about it.
There's lots of emotionally compelling moments, lots of pain and healing.
I loved that they both had wonderful people to support them.
Roman has his mother and daughter and Carson has his teammates.
March 1, 2025
I loved this book!!! I loved the previous one as well and was waiting for this one impatiently and was not disappointed, I couldn't put it down and had to sacrifice many hours of sleep to finish it.
This book has two "tropes" I usually do not enjoy: slow burn and non-communication, but it was so well treated and justified and inherently part of their story that I loved it! It gave me a Wilde Love by Lucy Lennox vibe.
It has some smalls edit issues, and timelines inconsistencies, but that did not prevented me to really enjoy the book. I highly recommend.
The second epilogue is a teasing for next book, and I can't wait!
I got an ARC and this is my honest review.
This book has two "tropes" I usually do not enjoy: slow burn and non-communication, but it was so well treated and justified and inherently part of their story that I loved it! It gave me a Wilde Love by Lucy Lennox vibe.
It has some smalls edit issues, and timelines inconsistencies, but that did not prevented me to really enjoy the book. I highly recommend.
The second epilogue is a teasing for next book, and I can't wait!
I got an ARC and this is my honest review.
February 17, 2025
I really enjoyed this book. It was so well written and I enjoyed the attention to detail with regard to the language used in the Navy etc. I loved the relationship between Carson & Roman, the will they won’t they aspect was so captivating. I loved the way they supported each other and I enjoyed that the struggle with their feelings and what it could mean was authentic. My heart was in my throat at a few points in the story but I’m glad there was a HEA. Looking forward to reading more in the next book.
February 28, 2025
A very good match to the first book, with some overlapping scenes from the perspectives of other characters. I was glad I reread the first book before starting this one to find those depths. There were some graphic military scenes and a lot of emphasis on the extreme anxiety caused by DADT. Excellent asexuality representation. I liked the blending of the families. Though I would have loved the MCs being able to live in the open, their HFN was good, and maybe all the couples could be together in public after the next book.
March 1, 2025
Very few authors illicit such emotions from me that I message them to tell them they are ruining me. But I sure did to Sara with this book. Carson and Roman were everything. I wanted them to just be together and live their happily ever after, but of course there had to be obstacles. I loved the relationships they had with their families and with each other’s families. And don’t even get me started on how much I loved Margot. I definitely recommend you read Saving Him first because you’ll get a fuller picture of all the characters, but this can be read as a standalone.
February 26, 2025
Amazing addition to the series!
I really love this series! Carson and Roman have to work so hard to find their happiness. I love little Margot too. Seeing the characters from book one was so great.
I’m grateful for the glossary at the start - as a non-military person I had to reference it a few times - it was appreciated!
Can’t wait for book 3 and to know who it’s about! Such a good series!!
I really love this series! Carson and Roman have to work so hard to find their happiness. I love little Margot too. Seeing the characters from book one was so great.
I’m grateful for the glossary at the start - as a non-military person I had to reference it a few times - it was appreciated!
Can’t wait for book 3 and to know who it’s about! Such a good series!!
February 27, 2025
I really enjoyed this story it takes you on an emotional rollercoaster of a journey with this second chance at love story between Roman and Carson when DADT was in operation, they had so many obstacles in their way but luckily they managed to make it through and get the happiness they deserved. I haven’t read the first book of this series which I’m going to go and do now and I can’t wait to get book three next.
March 5, 2025
THIS IS AMAZING!!!
SEAL TEAM #2. I really enjoyed this Book. Roman and Carson were childhood best friends. When Roman went to College, Carson joined the Military. Seeing each other in a Military Hospital 10 years later was a shock. Roman is now an Army Doctor and Carson is a Marine Seal. This really is a gripping and amazing Book. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND THIS SEAL TEAM SERIES!!!!!
SEAL TEAM #2. I really enjoyed this Book. Roman and Carson were childhood best friends. When Roman went to College, Carson joined the Military. Seeing each other in a Military Hospital 10 years later was a shock. Roman is now an Army Doctor and Carson is a Marine Seal. This really is a gripping and amazing Book. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND THIS SEAL TEAM SERIES!!!!!
February 25, 2025
Carson Wilcox and Roman Ott's phenomenally passionate M/M story of discovery and love is gut-wrenching, uplifting, heartbreaking, emotional, tear-jerking, inspiring, and sob-inducing. I ugly-cried multiple times, almost threw my book across the room in disbelief, shivered in anticipation, let out a scream or five, laughed at Margot's antics, cheered loudly, and kicked up my feet in joy. There are solo and couple achievements and team triumphs, but the best thing is that Carson and Roman's love wins in the end.
Carson is a US Navy SEAL, tough as they come, with a hidden crush on his best friend from back in their small-minded hometown. Roman is a US Army ER doctor and single dad stationed in Germany who harbors secret feelings for his best friend from middle school. Neither man has been able to forget their first love and has lived a half-life wishing for more. The two friends lost track of each other for a decade, but fate brought them face-to-face after dangerous circumstances landed Carson and his SEAL Team in Roman's ER. The doubts are exposed slowly, allowing the men to explore the flames of attraction that never extinguished. Can they take the chance opportunity drops in their laps to rekindle a friendship, or will it blossom into something much more potent, like a lifetime of love?
Their trials are many, but love—true and abiding love—will always find a way to conquer the establishment and survive.
Carson is a US Navy SEAL, tough as they come, with a hidden crush on his best friend from back in their small-minded hometown. Roman is a US Army ER doctor and single dad stationed in Germany who harbors secret feelings for his best friend from middle school. Neither man has been able to forget their first love and has lived a half-life wishing for more. The two friends lost track of each other for a decade, but fate brought them face-to-face after dangerous circumstances landed Carson and his SEAL Team in Roman's ER. The doubts are exposed slowly, allowing the men to explore the flames of attraction that never extinguished. Can they take the chance opportunity drops in their laps to rekindle a friendship, or will it blossom into something much more potent, like a lifetime of love?
Their trials are many, but love—true and abiding love—will always find a way to conquer the establishment and survive.
February 26, 2025
Overall, this was a very good MM romance. There is a glossary/index at the beginning of the book to help you with military terms, and I already knew a little bit, but it was very helpful to bookmark that page and go back-and-forth to it as needed, but this is your basic single Dad MM romance in the military and it was a good book to read in between some heavier things.
March 3, 2025
Oh WOW!!!
Carson and Roman were off the charts. A Navy Seal gets his doctor. Best friends in school lost touch after high school only to meet up again to really start their lives. Sure, there were some hang-ups, like DADT and different duty stations, but it all worked out in the end.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Carson and Roman were off the charts. A Navy Seal gets his doctor. Best friends in school lost touch after high school only to meet up again to really start their lives. Sure, there were some hang-ups, like DADT and different duty stations, but it all worked out in the end.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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