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Last Call #2
Gin & Sin
Helping him explore his attraction to men was supposed to be no strings fun, not turn me into a whipped puppy dog, but here we are.
The college twink scene is wearing on me. Sure, it works out for a no-commitment guy like myself, but the constant drama and faceless rotation of pretty boys in and out of my bed isn’t as exciting as it once was. Maybe watching one of my best friends find love is poking at me too.
That’s what was on my mind when someone new walked into Moby’s looking lost, nervous, and definitely biteable. It only seemed right that I offered to keep him company, and when he readily accepted, I was looking forward to trying someone older, mature, and not looking for anything serious. Just like me.
He’s inexperienced when it comes to dating men, and I’m more than happy to introduce him to what he’s been missing. What I didn’t expect was the instant addiction I developed to his shy smile, his needy moans, and the way his sweet eyes linger on me. There’s no way one night is gonna be enough.
Stewart is smart, sweet, and gorgeous, and like my favorite cocktail, he’s got layers I’m interested in tasting. He’s lived a buttoned-up existence until now, but I think it’s time he tasted a little Gin and Sin. We might be opposites, but hopefully the balance of our relationship will be more sweet than sour.
Gin & Sin is book two in Last Call, a contemporary series set in the New Onyx universe. You can expect a guy bored with his current dating options, a handsome, recently divorced professor ready to embrace his sexuality, two opposites attracting, a detached bear turning puppy dog for the right guy, one fell first, the other fell harder, a casual friends with benefits becoming way more, an awesome group of friends, a quirky gay bar setting, and all the steam.
The college twink scene is wearing on me. Sure, it works out for a no-commitment guy like myself, but the constant drama and faceless rotation of pretty boys in and out of my bed isn’t as exciting as it once was. Maybe watching one of my best friends find love is poking at me too.
That’s what was on my mind when someone new walked into Moby’s looking lost, nervous, and definitely biteable. It only seemed right that I offered to keep him company, and when he readily accepted, I was looking forward to trying someone older, mature, and not looking for anything serious. Just like me.
He’s inexperienced when it comes to dating men, and I’m more than happy to introduce him to what he’s been missing. What I didn’t expect was the instant addiction I developed to his shy smile, his needy moans, and the way his sweet eyes linger on me. There’s no way one night is gonna be enough.
Stewart is smart, sweet, and gorgeous, and like my favorite cocktail, he’s got layers I’m interested in tasting. He’s lived a buttoned-up existence until now, but I think it’s time he tasted a little Gin and Sin. We might be opposites, but hopefully the balance of our relationship will be more sweet than sour.
Gin & Sin is book two in Last Call, a contemporary series set in the New Onyx universe. You can expect a guy bored with his current dating options, a handsome, recently divorced professor ready to embrace his sexuality, two opposites attracting, a detached bear turning puppy dog for the right guy, one fell first, the other fell harder, a casual friends with benefits becoming way more, an awesome group of friends, a quirky gay bar setting, and all the steam.
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First published January 15, 2025
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February 23, 2025
I actually didn’t really think that I would enjoy this book so much but I did!!
Gin & Sin had everything I wanted, great character dynamics, a solid relationship buildup, and some seriously good steam.
The story follows Kit, a bartender with a sharp tongue and a lot of emotional walls, and Stewart, an older, steady, and reliable man who’s been through his own share of struggles. Kit isn’t looking for love, and Stewart doesn’t expect to find it, but their connection grows in a way neither of them can ignore. What starts as wary companionship slowly turns into something deeper, with both of them having to confront their fears and past wounds along the way.
Kit was such a great character—witty, a little chaotic, and deeply guarded, making his emotional journey feel so satisfying. Stewart, in contrast, was patient, caring, and quietly strong, but not without his own vulnerabilities. Their push-and-pull dynamic kept things engaging without feeling frustrating, and when they finally gave in? Absolutely worth the wait.
I also loved how their relationship felt earned!! And the pacing was just right, building from tension to trust to something real. The balance of angst, tenderness, and heat was perfect, making their love story both intense and deeply satisfying. Honestly, I liked this even more than the first book in the series!!
Gin & Sin had everything I wanted, great character dynamics, a solid relationship buildup, and some seriously good steam.
The story follows Kit, a bartender with a sharp tongue and a lot of emotional walls, and Stewart, an older, steady, and reliable man who’s been through his own share of struggles. Kit isn’t looking for love, and Stewart doesn’t expect to find it, but their connection grows in a way neither of them can ignore. What starts as wary companionship slowly turns into something deeper, with both of them having to confront their fears and past wounds along the way.
Kit was such a great character—witty, a little chaotic, and deeply guarded, making his emotional journey feel so satisfying. Stewart, in contrast, was patient, caring, and quietly strong, but not without his own vulnerabilities. Their push-and-pull dynamic kept things engaging without feeling frustrating, and when they finally gave in? Absolutely worth the wait.
I also loved how their relationship felt earned!! And the pacing was just right, building from tension to trust to something real. The balance of angst, tenderness, and heat was perfect, making their love story both intense and deeply satisfying. Honestly, I liked this even more than the first book in the series!!
January 16, 2025
3.5 stars, rounded down
Okay, look. I tend to enjoy Mia's books because they're low angst balls of fluff that make me smile. And this one did! Kit and Stewart are adorable!! Except... I didn't feel the romance that much. While it makes sense in a way that there is a lot of spice in this... It also bored me after a while. It feels like half of this book was nothing but sex scenes. And this is just me, but I started skimming through them pretty quickly because they made my eyes gloss over. So yeah. I'm still going to continue this series because Lowen's book is next, but this one didn't do it for me as much as I hoped, unfortunately.
Okay, look. I tend to enjoy Mia's books because they're low angst balls of fluff that make me smile. And this one did! Kit and Stewart are adorable!! Except... I didn't feel the romance that much. While it makes sense in a way that there is a lot of spice in this... It also bored me after a while. It feels like half of this book was nothing but sex scenes. And this is just me, but I started skimming through them pretty quickly because they made my eyes gloss over. So yeah. I'm still going to continue this series because Lowen's book is next, but this one didn't do it for me as much as I hoped, unfortunately.
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January 15, 2025I really like where this Last Call series is going and book 2 was even better than the first one for me... I adore that these two mature men found each other and explored new sides of themselves... Stewart is exploring his queer side for the first time and Kit is exploring what it's like to be in a relationship. What begins as a more benefits style relationship grows over time... and it's lovely to watch both men as they come to their new truths. This story is well balanced and the plot moves in just the right way - you don't feel any part of the story is rushed or glossed over and I love how the communication between the two men is key. I can't wait to see where this series goes next.
January 28, 2025
We're back with the guys at Moby's, and it's Kit's turn.
Now that Indy has retired his fuckboi status and is happy with Salem, Kit is wondering if that might be the way to go. He's 41 now and sick of meaningless hookups with college aged twinks, but he honestly doesn't know where to start.
Then, a hot professor quite literally wanders into Kit's bar. It's Stewart, who is 48 and newly divorced from his wife of THIRTY YEARS. He's finally able to explore his attraction to men, and this is the first step.
Immediately Kit swoops in, and the connection is instant. They go home together and Kit learns that Stewart is looking to sow his wild gay oats and experiment a little. Kit courageously volunteers as tribute cuz Stewart is HOT, all buttoned up professor on the outside and a freak in the sheets.
As things progress, Stewart is in heaven. He can't believe that sex can feel this good, and Kit is an absolute dream. He knows it's casual, but Kit's touches and sweet words and cuddles don't feel casual anymore. They feel real. They feel like something Stewart has been waiting his whole life to feel.
AHHHHH @miapensromance I liked this one even better than book one! I love the later in life romances, and absolutely loved the dirty talk and the exploration. Both guys are in their forties so no unnecessary drama, just good vibes. And super hot spice!
Cannot WAIT to read Law/Oakley, Ridley/Wren, and crossing my fingers SO HARD for Jer/Bane!!
Now that Indy has retired his fuckboi status and is happy with Salem, Kit is wondering if that might be the way to go. He's 41 now and sick of meaningless hookups with college aged twinks, but he honestly doesn't know where to start.
Then, a hot professor quite literally wanders into Kit's bar. It's Stewart, who is 48 and newly divorced from his wife of THIRTY YEARS. He's finally able to explore his attraction to men, and this is the first step.
Immediately Kit swoops in, and the connection is instant. They go home together and Kit learns that Stewart is looking to sow his wild gay oats and experiment a little. Kit courageously volunteers as tribute cuz Stewart is HOT, all buttoned up professor on the outside and a freak in the sheets.
As things progress, Stewart is in heaven. He can't believe that sex can feel this good, and Kit is an absolute dream. He knows it's casual, but Kit's touches and sweet words and cuddles don't feel casual anymore. They feel real. They feel like something Stewart has been waiting his whole life to feel.
AHHHHH @miapensromance I liked this one even better than book one! I love the later in life romances, and absolutely loved the dirty talk and the exploration. Both guys are in their forties so no unnecessary drama, just good vibes. And super hot spice!
Cannot WAIT to read Law/Oakley, Ridley/Wren, and crossing my fingers SO HARD for Jer/Bane!!
January 12, 2025
**4.5**
Absolutely loved this. It's a low angst, sexual awakening romance that brings together Kit, one of the owners of Moby's who is getting very tired of the twinkle hookup scene, and Stewart, recently divorced professor who is looking to explore his bisexuality.
It turns out Kit is the perfect person to come across Stewart as he awkwardly comes into Moby's one night. Kit is more than happy to show him the joy and pleasure of being with another man, and gets to enjoy this again with a man more his own age. Kit is inexplicably drawn to Stewart from his first glance, odd because he is very different to Kit's usual type but maybe exactly what Kit also needs in his life now, having watched his best friend fall in love.
This is a perfect balance of sweet moments and comments with extremely hot scenes of exploration and enjoyment. The two men just click together straight away and I love how open their discussions are, regarding sexuality, their pasts, old and new knowledge and feelings. It's refreshing to have both men talking in such a way.
Another great romance from Mia and I cannot wait for the next book of the series, hopefully Lowen's! Having all of the guys together is always entertaining and they're such a constant source of support towards each other, and the new men that are joining their group.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review
Absolutely loved this. It's a low angst, sexual awakening romance that brings together Kit, one of the owners of Moby's who is getting very tired of the twinkle hookup scene, and Stewart, recently divorced professor who is looking to explore his bisexuality.
It turns out Kit is the perfect person to come across Stewart as he awkwardly comes into Moby's one night. Kit is more than happy to show him the joy and pleasure of being with another man, and gets to enjoy this again with a man more his own age. Kit is inexplicably drawn to Stewart from his first glance, odd because he is very different to Kit's usual type but maybe exactly what Kit also needs in his life now, having watched his best friend fall in love.
This is a perfect balance of sweet moments and comments with extremely hot scenes of exploration and enjoyment. The two men just click together straight away and I love how open their discussions are, regarding sexuality, their pasts, old and new knowledge and feelings. It's refreshing to have both men talking in such a way.
Another great romance from Mia and I cannot wait for the next book of the series, hopefully Lowen's! Having all of the guys together is always entertaining and they're such a constant source of support towards each other, and the new men that are joining their group.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review
January 11, 2025
- Series
- Older MCs
- Awakening/Discovery
This is the second in the Last Call series, it's a different couple so can be read standalone, although I do highly recommend the first book. This is Kit and Stewart's story. Stewart is a Professor who's recently divorced after being married to a woman for a long time, and is discovering his attraction to men and wants to explore that. Kit is part owner of a bar with his friends, and is bored of the hooking up scene with younger guys. The attraction between the two is instant, and I loved how open Stewart was to exploring everything, and Kit was such a safe space for him to do that. I really liked these two together right from the start, and I was hooked into following their story and hoping there wasn't going to be a big event taking them away from each other.
I needn't have worried, this is relatively low angst - even though Stewart is new to dating men, he's teaching LGBTQ+ studies so is aware of everything, pretty much. It's hot too, the chemistry between the two is intense, not just in the bedroom, but I also loved how they took the time to become friends too. This is such a satisfying read, and while there's very little bumps in the road, the story isn't boring and kept me invested until the end. I really enjoyed this.
Lowen and Oakley next, please?
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
- Older MCs
- Awakening/Discovery
This is the second in the Last Call series, it's a different couple so can be read standalone, although I do highly recommend the first book. This is Kit and Stewart's story. Stewart is a Professor who's recently divorced after being married to a woman for a long time, and is discovering his attraction to men and wants to explore that. Kit is part owner of a bar with his friends, and is bored of the hooking up scene with younger guys. The attraction between the two is instant, and I loved how open Stewart was to exploring everything, and Kit was such a safe space for him to do that. I really liked these two together right from the start, and I was hooked into following their story and hoping there wasn't going to be a big event taking them away from each other.
I needn't have worried, this is relatively low angst - even though Stewart is new to dating men, he's teaching LGBTQ+ studies so is aware of everything, pretty much. It's hot too, the chemistry between the two is intense, not just in the bedroom, but I also loved how they took the time to become friends too. This is such a satisfying read, and while there's very little bumps in the road, the story isn't boring and kept me invested until the end. I really enjoyed this.
Lowen and Oakley next, please?
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
January 13, 2025
I was excited to dive into book 2 in the Last Call series since I loved the first one so much. One of my favorite things about this book was that the main characters were both older! There are no 28-year-olds here! Without giving anything away, Kit and Stewart are both in their 40s. The one has always been a bit of a playboy, the other finally admitting to the fact that he's into men. Kit offers to take Stewart under his wings and show him the ropes, and you can guess what happens from there. Both men struggle with emotional baggage but manage to work through it beautifully and respectfully. It isn't often that a book punches me right in the heart muscle and makes me viscerally feel while reading it, but this book was one of those rare exceptions. Mia was able to paint Stewart's struggles with coming to terms with who he really is and Kit's worries and fears in a way that was real and believable.
While this is a standalone, I would recommend reading book 1 in the series first because you get a better sense of the relationships and who the other characters are in the friend group. Not a deal breaker by any means though.
While this is a standalone, I would recommend reading book 1 in the series first because you get a better sense of the relationships and who the other characters are in the friend group. Not a deal breaker by any means though.
January 17, 2025
Stewart, a man in his late 40s and divorced and believing himself to be gay, goes into Moby to hook up and there he meets Kit one of the owners.
The relationship develops between the 2 quickly and neither wants to admit until the end if the book that they are in love with each other. Kit takes Stewart into the world of gay sex.
I would have liked a bit more story as the last 25% of the book was basically sex.
The relationship develops between the 2 quickly and neither wants to admit until the end if the book that they are in love with each other. Kit takes Stewart into the world of gay sex.
I would have liked a bit more story as the last 25% of the book was basically sex.
January 15, 2025
A well-balanced bi awakening low angst lovw story. As the second installment in the Last Call series, you get to see more of the core friends' relationships and how they support one another even when they don't always understand each other choices. Stewart & Kit is great in helping others find what it's like to be in a healthy relationship, allowing the other to grow but not judging. This is another great addition to this series, and I am looking forward to seeing how it is next up.
January 17, 2025
4.5☆
🅢🅟🅘🅒🅔:🌶🌶🌶🌶
🅛🅐🅤🅖🅗🅢:🤣🤣🤣
🅣🅔🅐🅡🅢:🥲
🅜🅒🅢: Kit Adler, Stewart Hanley
🅟🅞🅥: 1st Dual.
🅣🅡🅞🅟🅔🅢: Bi-awakening, Age Gap 41/48(Meh), Friends With Benefits
Este libro superó al anterior.... dios como amo a Kit su historia y lo tierno que es en todos sentido quiero mas de estos 2
🅢🅟🅘🅒🅔:🌶🌶🌶🌶
🅛🅐🅤🅖🅗🅢:🤣🤣🤣
🅣🅔🅐🅡🅢:🥲
🅜🅒🅢: Kit Adler, Stewart Hanley
🅟🅞🅥: 1st Dual.
🅣🅡🅞🅟🅔🅢: Bi-awakening, Age Gap 41/48(Meh), Friends With Benefits
Este libro superó al anterior.... dios como amo a Kit su historia y lo tierno que es en todos sentido quiero mas de estos 2
February 27, 2025
Rating: 4/5 🌟
Spice: 3.5/5 🌶️
Characters: Kit and Stewart
Spice: 3.5/5 🌶️
Characters: Kit and Stewart
March 3, 2025
4.5⭐ Very sweet with some dirty mixed in.
April 7, 2025
This was so well executed 🤩
(with the exception of the author spelling fuckboy as fuckboi to the point where I think she thinks that's the correct spelling 😅)
(with the exception of the author spelling fuckboy as fuckboi to the point where I think she thinks that's the correct spelling 😅)
April 28, 2025
Currently enjoying this author's works. The low-angst is so so so good. Can't wait for the next one. And the couples are all vers.. omgg
June 11, 2025
Even better than the first ! Pure perfection
January 4, 2025
“I got lucky with you, but when this is over, how will I ever get another date?”
What a great addition to the Last Call series by Mia Monroe. I just love this group of guys and it makes me happy seeing each of them find their man. I especially like that these are older characters, I get bored with the college age guys. I'm excited by something different for a change... this series is definitely that, for me.
I'm excited for Lowen to get his story told. I can't wait to see what's next. Luckily we have a few guys left so I expect at least three more books in this series. Only time will tell.
What a great addition to the Last Call series by Mia Monroe. I just love this group of guys and it makes me happy seeing each of them find their man. I especially like that these are older characters, I get bored with the college age guys. I'm excited by something different for a change... this series is definitely that, for me.
I'm excited for Lowen to get his story told. I can't wait to see what's next. Luckily we have a few guys left so I expect at least three more books in this series. Only time will tell.
January 7, 2025
This book was 🔥 🔥🔥🔥. Mia is so wonderful at writing characters that I would love to get to know in real life. I love that Kit fell head first into his happily ever after with someone so perfect for him. This series is amazing, and I can't wait for more!
January 18, 2025
I enjoyed this first one in this new series by Mia, so I was excited about this one, despite having forgotten about most of the characters by now (I'll probably try to do a re-read before the next one). Even though I liked the plot of this story, I honestly thought there wasn't much substance here. I know this is supposed to be about the romance, but I felt like 70% of this book was just straight up sex with little to no communication between the two MCs. Just a lot of inner monologues and questioning things. I really loved Stewart as a character. He's just the kind of MC I get attached to; an insecure bear of a man who's sweet and looking for something more out of life. The professor thing was a nice bonus.
I love how sexy these books get, but I've seen sex scenes done right and spread out evenly throughout a book as to not take away from the plot, and I feel like that's what this book is suffering from. There also wasn't a lot of angst, if any, which I was fine with, but that also made all the sex scenes stand out more because literally nothing else really happened.
I'm hoping Lowen and Oakley's book will be a wild ride.
I love how sexy these books get, but I've seen sex scenes done right and spread out evenly throughout a book as to not take away from the plot, and I feel like that's what this book is suffering from. There also wasn't a lot of angst, if any, which I was fine with, but that also made all the sex scenes stand out more because literally nothing else really happened.
I'm hoping Lowen and Oakley's book will be a wild ride.
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February 17, 2025
1st person, present tense, dual PoV
Kit Adler (40), co-owner of Moby's former gaming developer
Stewart Hanley (48), sociology professor at Willow Bay University (LGBTQ studies - gender and sexuality)
This is a series of interconnected standalone books and while it could be read as a standalone, the characters consist of a group of six university friends returning to the small town where they met to open a queer resto bar (Moby's) so there are a couple of plot elements concerning other characters that will be unresolved at the conclusion of this book as they are foreshadowing other relationships. While we were introduced to Kit in book one, Stewart is a new character (whose meet-cute I loved).
It was nice to finally see Moby's up and running and doing well. As in the previous book I wish we saw more of Kit's contribution to the business; he was at the bar, and did some food running, but that does not a bar owner make.
I love reading about older MCs, and I'm a sucker for a 'teach me' trope. In this case Stewart is figuring out his sexuality after divorcing from his wife of thirty years and wants to explore his desires with a safe partner he feel comfortable with. I like that while Stewart was new to his exploration he was jumping in with both feet, eager to learn about it all. He was well-matched with Kit, who was more than happy to educate him on the subject.
I'm also a sucker for a fuckboi who falls fast and hard. It's just too bad that I read this book straight on the heels of the previous book of the series, Whiskey Neat since Kit's character was very similar to Indy's. Salem and Stewart are worlds apart though, so the stories were different enough to avoid an entire déjà vu situation.
I enjoyed the instant attraction and chemistry of these two but for the page count I need a little more plot or story to make it a stand out read. Similarly to the previous book there was a little bit of unbalance regarding the sex to relationship building ratio making the romance a little bit of a hard sell. The chemistry was out of this world though, so if you want a spicy read, look no further.
It felt like Stewart was a more well-rounded character with a rich backstory that came out naturally and while the author tried do the same for Kit to give him a bit of an interesting character arc the attempt fell flat when he essentially trauma dumped an extremely concerning pattern of poor coping on Stewart that it doesn't seem like he's gotten actual help with or for. I'm not the biggest fan of author's using plot devices like this that go literally no where and it feels a little hard to believe that Kit kept everything to himself with how close he and the guys supposedly are.
That blip aside I enjoy this book and I can't wait to read the rest of the books in this universe.
Kit Adler (40), co-owner of Moby's former gaming developer
Stewart Hanley (48), sociology professor at Willow Bay University (LGBTQ studies - gender and sexuality)
This is a series of interconnected standalone books and while it could be read as a standalone, the characters consist of a group of six university friends returning to the small town where they met to open a queer resto bar (Moby's) so there are a couple of plot elements concerning other characters that will be unresolved at the conclusion of this book as they are foreshadowing other relationships. While we were introduced to Kit in book one, Stewart is a new character (whose meet-cute I loved).
It was nice to finally see Moby's up and running and doing well. As in the previous book I wish we saw more of Kit's contribution to the business; he was at the bar, and did some food running, but that does not a bar owner make.
I love reading about older MCs, and I'm a sucker for a 'teach me' trope. In this case Stewart is figuring out his sexuality after divorcing from his wife of thirty years and wants to explore his desires with a safe partner he feel comfortable with. I like that while Stewart was new to his exploration he was jumping in with both feet, eager to learn about it all. He was well-matched with Kit, who was more than happy to educate him on the subject.
I'm also a sucker for a fuckboi who falls fast and hard. It's just too bad that I read this book straight on the heels of the previous book of the series, Whiskey Neat since Kit's character was very similar to Indy's. Salem and Stewart are worlds apart though, so the stories were different enough to avoid an entire déjà vu situation.
I enjoyed the instant attraction and chemistry of these two but for the page count I need a little more plot or story to make it a stand out read. Similarly to the previous book there was a little bit of unbalance regarding the sex to relationship building ratio making the romance a little bit of a hard sell. The chemistry was out of this world though, so if you want a spicy read, look no further.
It felt like Stewart was a more well-rounded character with a rich backstory that came out naturally and while the author tried do the same for Kit to give him a bit of an interesting character arc the attempt fell flat when he essentially trauma dumped an extremely concerning pattern of poor coping on Stewart that it doesn't seem like he's gotten actual help with or for. I'm not the biggest fan of author's using plot devices like this that go literally no where and it feels a little hard to believe that Kit kept everything to himself with how close he and the guys supposedly are.
That blip aside I enjoy this book and I can't wait to read the rest of the books in this universe.
October 22, 2025
I absolutely did not care for hearing about all the other non Kit/Stewart characters' issues with their love lives which made up like a significant portion of Kit's chapters because the author decided to begin setup for all the other bar owners and their future books every other chapter. Idgaf about Wren and his boy troubles or the guy crushing on him or Lowen and his situationship. Literally save that for the epilogue, it has absolutely no bearing on Kit and Stewart's relationship and having all these side romances made it feel like a peanut gallery of relationship issues.
Expo dumping Kit's prior trauma felt shallow when there had been zero indication that he held pain for feeling like he was inadequate (plus having had that reinforced by his struggle with gambling and toxic relationships). It's cheap to have had this incredibly secure and established man suddenly act like he'd been carrying a huge weight on his shoulders when we never even get a hint that Kit was struggling with deeper feelings like that. Regardless of whether he had already moved past things or not, there should've been clear moments where Kit thought about his prior trauma (or used the lessons he learned from moving on) to clue us readers in to something deeper. The way it is, Kit is written to be a very secure yet sort of lonely guy thalen BAM, he's apparently really scared of being vulnerable because people in his past were shitty to him. It's sort of hard to reconcile Kit being scared of vulnerability when that fear had zero implications on any of this interactions with Stewart.
Despite all that, I actually liked the romance. Stewart getting to know himself more and recognizing his sexuality was decent. Kit being supportive and helping him through that was sweet. I also liked how Kit and Stewart didn't get melodramatic about their feelings and separation. They were believably reluctant on asking for more with their relationship, both being under the impression that neither wanted to make things official) and while thay sort of miscommunication is avoidable, the fact that both MCs acted reasonable and didn't blow things up because they didn't talk was what made their miscommunication acceptable. Not talking and being sad about assumptions is a-ok in my book as long as the MCs are appropriate in their reactions. (poorly done miscommunication is the "We've done nothing and we're out of ideas" meme)
The focus on sex was understandable considering that was Kit and Stewart's initial reason for sticking together, even if it was a touch excessive imo)
TL;DR: The romance was decent even if everything else surrounding it was neutral (sex was steamy, though I felt like the author relied in it a bit too much to convey Kit and Stewart getting vulnerable woth each other) or negative (literally everything that involved Kit's friends could go and the book would only be improved for it). 2.5 stars rounded up.
Expo dumping Kit's prior trauma felt shallow when there had been zero indication that he held pain for feeling like he was inadequate (plus having had that reinforced by his struggle with gambling and toxic relationships). It's cheap to have had this incredibly secure and established man suddenly act like he'd been carrying a huge weight on his shoulders when we never even get a hint that Kit was struggling with deeper feelings like that. Regardless of whether he had already moved past things or not, there should've been clear moments where Kit thought about his prior trauma (or used the lessons he learned from moving on) to clue us readers in to something deeper. The way it is, Kit is written to be a very secure yet sort of lonely guy thalen BAM, he's apparently really scared of being vulnerable because people in his past were shitty to him. It's sort of hard to reconcile Kit being scared of vulnerability when that fear had zero implications on any of this interactions with Stewart.
Despite all that, I actually liked the romance. Stewart getting to know himself more and recognizing his sexuality was decent. Kit being supportive and helping him through that was sweet. I also liked how Kit and Stewart didn't get melodramatic about their feelings and separation. They were believably reluctant on asking for more with their relationship, both being under the impression that neither wanted to make things official) and while thay sort of miscommunication is avoidable, the fact that both MCs acted reasonable and didn't blow things up because they didn't talk was what made their miscommunication acceptable. Not talking and being sad about assumptions is a-ok in my book as long as the MCs are appropriate in their reactions. (poorly done miscommunication is the "We've done nothing and we're out of ideas" meme)
The focus on sex was understandable considering that was Kit and Stewart's initial reason for sticking together, even if it was a touch excessive imo)
TL;DR: The romance was decent even if everything else surrounding it was neutral (sex was steamy, though I felt like the author relied in it a bit too much to convey Kit and Stewart getting vulnerable woth each other) or negative (literally everything that involved Kit's friends could go and the book would only be improved for it). 2.5 stars rounded up.
January 15, 2025
This is a super sexy biawakening between 2 men in their 40’s. Kit is our promiscuous man who is tired of the college twink scene and part owner of Moby’s. Stewart is an older college professor who has finally accepted his queer identity. He is so sure that he is bisexual but the more he gets comfortable, the surer I became he is gay but is hesitant to accept that label because he feels it would cheapen his 20+ year long marriage to his ex-wife. It’s obviously not that black and white, and Stewart continues to further question his queer identity the further he gains comfort with his identity as he and Kit explore. I feel for Stewart so much during these internal arguments with himself, but they are so real and I love Mia for this. Despite his navel gazing, this book never gets overly angsty remaining low angst overall.
Kit has never had a serious relationship. He has enjoyed jumping from college aged twink to college aged twink even as he finds himself staring down the barrel of 40. He tries to portray himself as a playboy without much depth but he finds himself easily sharing the deeply hidden side of himself to Stewart. While Stewart unknowingly buried his truth in his marriage to a woman, Kit buried his pain at being reduced to nothing more than a pretty face in meaningless hookups. They are both are hurting (even coming from different directions) but that results in them seeing each other in a way no one else ever has. Not even the rest of Kit’s long term tight knit group of friends.
My only big issue by the end is that Stewart asks Kit to come clean to his friends (or more so found family) and he says he will but we never see that conversation on page. I would have truly loved and adored to see that play out on page because it would have been a serious pivotal moment for the group of best friends. I am holding out hope we might see that from another perspective in the next book, but if not, we lost the chance for a truly beautiful moment between the guys bonding them even deeper for life than they already are.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
Kit has never had a serious relationship. He has enjoyed jumping from college aged twink to college aged twink even as he finds himself staring down the barrel of 40. He tries to portray himself as a playboy without much depth but he finds himself easily sharing the deeply hidden side of himself to Stewart. While Stewart unknowingly buried his truth in his marriage to a woman, Kit buried his pain at being reduced to nothing more than a pretty face in meaningless hookups. They are both are hurting (even coming from different directions) but that results in them seeing each other in a way no one else ever has. Not even the rest of Kit’s long term tight knit group of friends.
My only big issue by the end is that Stewart asks Kit to come clean to his friends (or more so found family) and he says he will but we never see that conversation on page. I would have truly loved and adored to see that play out on page because it would have been a serious pivotal moment for the group of best friends. I am holding out hope we might see that from another perspective in the next book, but if not, we lost the chance for a truly beautiful moment between the guys bonding them even deeper for life than they already are.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
January 18, 2025
3.75 Stars
This is the Last call series book two. It is a sweet, and extremely low angst story of two people connecting, and learning about their true selves. I didn't read the first in the series, but it might be helpful to get a back story. There are many friends in this book and with their relationships to each other I was lost at times.
This group of men have opened up a gay bar named Mobys. The book centers around KIt who loves his new venture but is getting bored with his current hook ups. He is attracted to an older man that looks out of sorts in the bar. Stewart is divorced after a long, and somewhat sad marriage. He is finally realizing he needs to explore his romantic side more fully and is stunned when Kit approaches him.
I was a little surprised that Kit could just leave the bar in the middle of work, and choose different patrons to keep him happy. His partners were overly agreeable to his actions.
Stuart and Kit were a cute couple, but the numerous physical scenes overpowered the book, and I wanted to see the men more outside the bedroom. This is a sweet tale but I did read past a lot of their "tutoring" sessions.
The living arrangement seemed wild. The partners of Mobys bought and renovated a mansion. I really would love to know how they afforded that. It seemed like a frat house for millionaires.
All in all it is a tender love story that I would may not revisit but I am sure will delight many. Happy reading.
**Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure. A review wasn’t a requirement.**
This is the Last call series book two. It is a sweet, and extremely low angst story of two people connecting, and learning about their true selves. I didn't read the first in the series, but it might be helpful to get a back story. There are many friends in this book and with their relationships to each other I was lost at times.
This group of men have opened up a gay bar named Mobys. The book centers around KIt who loves his new venture but is getting bored with his current hook ups. He is attracted to an older man that looks out of sorts in the bar. Stewart is divorced after a long, and somewhat sad marriage. He is finally realizing he needs to explore his romantic side more fully and is stunned when Kit approaches him.
I was a little surprised that Kit could just leave the bar in the middle of work, and choose different patrons to keep him happy. His partners were overly agreeable to his actions.
Stuart and Kit were a cute couple, but the numerous physical scenes overpowered the book, and I wanted to see the men more outside the bedroom. This is a sweet tale but I did read past a lot of their "tutoring" sessions.
The living arrangement seemed wild. The partners of Mobys bought and renovated a mansion. I really would love to know how they afforded that. It seemed like a frat house for millionaires.
All in all it is a tender love story that I would may not revisit but I am sure will delight many. Happy reading.
**Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure. A review wasn’t a requirement.**
January 20, 2025
This is the 2nd book of the Last Call series. It could be read as a stand alone but recommend that the previous book be read to really appreciate all the little details. Even though each book focuses on a different couple, it's a group of friends that appear in each other's story and are really involved.
This book focuses on Kit who is beginning to realize that he might need a change, the one night stands are no longer as fun as they used to be. Enter Stewart, a shy professor, who's trying to start a new life, where he can discover and be who he truly is. Sparks ignite when they meet. But it was not just the attraction and lust that sparked, but also their feelings, becoming stronger with each encounter.
Loved that even though Stewart was inexperienced and discovering what he "liked", he was not shy about asking. He knew what he wanted and Kit was more than happy to help him experience all of them. But Stewart wasn't the only one that grew and blossomed in this story, Kit also faced his past and realized he needed to stop letting it continue to darken his future.
Together they overcome their insecurities and heal, forging a healthy relationship full of love, support, and communication. Best of all, when they discovered their feelings for each other were deeper than they thought, they told each other. There was no unnecessary whining or dragging it out for unnecessary drama.
Now I need the next friend to find his HEA 😁
This book focuses on Kit who is beginning to realize that he might need a change, the one night stands are no longer as fun as they used to be. Enter Stewart, a shy professor, who's trying to start a new life, where he can discover and be who he truly is. Sparks ignite when they meet. But it was not just the attraction and lust that sparked, but also their feelings, becoming stronger with each encounter.
Loved that even though Stewart was inexperienced and discovering what he "liked", he was not shy about asking. He knew what he wanted and Kit was more than happy to help him experience all of them. But Stewart wasn't the only one that grew and blossomed in this story, Kit also faced his past and realized he needed to stop letting it continue to darken his future.
Together they overcome their insecurities and heal, forging a healthy relationship full of love, support, and communication. Best of all, when they discovered their feelings for each other were deeper than they thought, they told each other. There was no unnecessary whining or dragging it out for unnecessary drama.
Now I need the next friend to find his HEA 😁
January 12, 2025
Stewart, newly divorced, out to discover if his attraction to men is truly what he wants for his life. He loves being a teacher but knows there is more out there for him. He just needs to be brave enough to reach for it. Kit isn’t dissatisfied with his life exactly. He’s opened Moby’s, a gay bar with his best friends, has his choice of hot young men every night, but he’s pretty sure there has to be more. When Stewart enters the bar Kit is intrigued with the man looking to explore his sexuality. Their just friends with benefits is doomed for failure from the beginning.
I enjoyed this book. Stewart was too mature and Kit wasn’t mature enough but they leveled each other out and created a sweet romance. I thought the author did a nice job of showing their growth together. The story was a little slow in places though.
Also there was a lot of interesting tidbits that I wasn’t aware of pertaining to the LGBT aspect of the book. I appreciated the author tying these into the story in a natural manner.
This group of friends are perfect together. Each offers something to their continuing friendship. Looking forward to the next book.
Review Copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads.
August 12, 2025
Ever imagine strolling into a bar and finding that kind of hookup? Yeah, the kind who looks like they just stepped out of your wildest fantasy. Well, welcome to Kit and Professor Stewart’s world.
Professor Stewart has been living life on autopilot — work, routine, repeat — until one night he steps into a bar and meets him. Kit. A big, confident, magnetic man who knows exactly what he wants… and exactly how to get it. Let’s just say the man has talents that could make a saint sin.
What begins as a curious “let me see what being with a man is like” experiment quickly morphs into something neither of them expected — an irresistible, passionate, oh-no-I-caught-feelings kind of love story. Kit’s confidence and boldness pull Stewart out of his shell, while Stewart’s quiet strength and curiosity bring a depth to Kit’s world that he didn’t know he needed.
💬 Narration: Michael Dean and Nick J. Russo absolutely own this story. Dean captures Stewart’s hesitant, evolving vulnerability perfectly, while Russo brings Kit’s charm, heat, and playful confidence to life. Their chemistry is 🔥 in audio form.
📚 My Rating: 4.5/5 – Steamy, sweet, and addictive.
🔥 Spice Level: Off the charts. Kit does not play.
🎯 Favorite Moment: That first spark when their eyes meet — you can feel it.
Professor Stewart has been living life on autopilot — work, routine, repeat — until one night he steps into a bar and meets him. Kit. A big, confident, magnetic man who knows exactly what he wants… and exactly how to get it. Let’s just say the man has talents that could make a saint sin.
What begins as a curious “let me see what being with a man is like” experiment quickly morphs into something neither of them expected — an irresistible, passionate, oh-no-I-caught-feelings kind of love story. Kit’s confidence and boldness pull Stewart out of his shell, while Stewart’s quiet strength and curiosity bring a depth to Kit’s world that he didn’t know he needed.
💬 Narration: Michael Dean and Nick J. Russo absolutely own this story. Dean captures Stewart’s hesitant, evolving vulnerability perfectly, while Russo brings Kit’s charm, heat, and playful confidence to life. Their chemistry is 🔥 in audio form.
📚 My Rating: 4.5/5 – Steamy, sweet, and addictive.
🔥 Spice Level: Off the charts. Kit does not play.
🎯 Favorite Moment: That first spark when their eyes meet — you can feel it.
January 4, 2025
Well this was such a feel good story! Stewart and Kit were pretty sappy cute together. They were both gone from the start honestly. I love love love a player who gets smacked over the head and Kit for the bill pretty well. Not as good as Indy honestly, but it was still so satisfying to watch him fall. Stewart was a classic nerdy professor with zero idea how adorable he is. Mia did a good job making Kit likable even with his flaws. Personal preference wise I wish there was a tiny bit more angst because there was basically zero conflict in or outside of their relationship and it takes a little of the invested excitement away. I also thought Kit was a tiny bit overly affectionate right from the jump. It didn’t build anticipation like I was hoping it would. But again that is really a me thing not a flaw of the book!
If you’re looking for two mature men who both have pasts, but are 100% ready to move forward into cutesy bliss this is for you!!
I adore this group of friends and world that Mia has brought to us! I cannot wait to keep reading and experiencing the friend group falling one by one into lover land!
If you’re looking for two mature men who both have pasts, but are 100% ready to move forward into cutesy bliss this is for you!!
I adore this group of friends and world that Mia has brought to us! I cannot wait to keep reading and experiencing the friend group falling one by one into lover land!
January 10, 2025
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The chemistry between these two was off the charts, and not just in bed. One man who’s had enough of young twinks parading through his life and another who’s just setting out on his life dating men. They may seem unlikely together but boy do they fit perfectly.
Truly, they are a joy. The casual arrangement, the exploration, the flirting - wonderful.
Stewart is a delight. A professor, newly divorced and finally ready to explore his sexuality. He’s a bit nerdy but he’s also deliciously open. It’s no wonder Kit is drawn to him.
And Kit, he’s such a great guy, searching for something to live, life, acceptance in all the wrong places. But the way he melts for Steward will make you melt for him!
I’m also a big fan of best friends running a business together. They have to be something special to do that. So I’m loving the whole series.
The chemistry between these two was off the charts, and not just in bed. One man who’s had enough of young twinks parading through his life and another who’s just setting out on his life dating men. They may seem unlikely together but boy do they fit perfectly.
Truly, they are a joy. The casual arrangement, the exploration, the flirting - wonderful.
Stewart is a delight. A professor, newly divorced and finally ready to explore his sexuality. He’s a bit nerdy but he’s also deliciously open. It’s no wonder Kit is drawn to him.
And Kit, he’s such a great guy, searching for something to live, life, acceptance in all the wrong places. But the way he melts for Steward will make you melt for him!
I’m also a big fan of best friends running a business together. They have to be something special to do that. So I’m loving the whole series.
January 10, 2025
🥃 𝙶𝚒𝚗 & 𝚂𝚒𝚗 🥃
𝚋𝚢 @miapensromance
🄰🅁🄲 🅁🄴🅅🄸🄴🅆
4/5 ⭐️
2/5 🌶️
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This was such a cute wholesome read.
Kit and Stewart are both looking for change in their life, Kit wanting more than the one night stand lifestyle and Stewart wanting help with his inexperience with men. Stumbling upon each other one night and there's an instant chemistry between them, they decide to explore things together.
Kit was such a secret softie and the way that he took care of Stewart was so admirable. He made sure to never push him too far and always checked in on him.
I honestly really liked that there was absolutely no angst and everything was so smooth for them. I feel like they both deserved that in their relationship.
I really love this group of friends and their bond. They are so tight knit and supportive. I can't wait for the next book.
𝕋𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖𝕤 / 𝕎𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕥𝕠 𝔼𝕩𝕡𝕖𝕔𝕥
🥃Opposites Attract
🥃Found Family
🥃Friends with Benefits
🥃Friends to Lovers
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𝚋𝚢 @miapensromance
🄰🅁🄲 🅁🄴🅅🄸🄴🅆
4/5 ⭐️
2/5 🌶️
↓↓
This was such a cute wholesome read.
Kit and Stewart are both looking for change in their life, Kit wanting more than the one night stand lifestyle and Stewart wanting help with his inexperience with men. Stumbling upon each other one night and there's an instant chemistry between them, they decide to explore things together.
Kit was such a secret softie and the way that he took care of Stewart was so admirable. He made sure to never push him too far and always checked in on him.
I honestly really liked that there was absolutely no angst and everything was so smooth for them. I feel like they both deserved that in their relationship.
I really love this group of friends and their bond. They are so tight knit and supportive. I can't wait for the next book.
𝕋𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖𝕤 / 𝕎𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕥𝕠 𝔼𝕩𝕡𝕖𝕔𝕥
🥃Opposites Attract
🥃Found Family
🥃Friends with Benefits
🥃Friends to Lovers
#mmromancebooks #friendswithbenefits #oppositesattract #miamonroe #friendstolovers #mmromance #mmreads #lastcallseries #ginandsin #bookstagram #books #booklover #instagood #booknerd #bookworm #bookreview #romance #kindleunlimited
January 15, 2025
Gin & Sin ARC Review:
Kit and Stewart 💛
Kit runs a gay bar called Moby’s with his five best friends and is getting bored of the hookup scene and the type of people he normally hooks up with. Him and Stewart meet when Stewart goes to Moby’s to try to explore his sexuality after getting a divorce. Stewart is also a professor at the college in the area, where Kit attended decades prior. Kit and Stewart are instantly attracted to one another, and both happen to be in their 40s, so Kit offers to hookup with Stewart and show him what being with another man is like.
Both of these men are so sweet! I enjoyed the hell out of this adorable book! Kit and Stewart set out to have a relationship that isn't long term, yet they fall for each other and I am so thrilled they did.
Even though Kit is more experienced than Stewart, both have never really truly loved someone until they fall for the other. I had a fun time reading this one! Their friends are also kind and help them along the way.
I will happily return to this world when more books release!
4.5/5🌟
Kit and Stewart 💛
Kit runs a gay bar called Moby’s with his five best friends and is getting bored of the hookup scene and the type of people he normally hooks up with. Him and Stewart meet when Stewart goes to Moby’s to try to explore his sexuality after getting a divorce. Stewart is also a professor at the college in the area, where Kit attended decades prior. Kit and Stewart are instantly attracted to one another, and both happen to be in their 40s, so Kit offers to hookup with Stewart and show him what being with another man is like.
Both of these men are so sweet! I enjoyed the hell out of this adorable book! Kit and Stewart set out to have a relationship that isn't long term, yet they fall for each other and I am so thrilled they did.
Even though Kit is more experienced than Stewart, both have never really truly loved someone until they fall for the other. I had a fun time reading this one! Their friends are also kind and help them along the way.
I will happily return to this world when more books release!
4.5/5🌟
May 5, 2025
This is a nice story. There's no real angst, and things start happening pretty fast. Like in Whiskey Neat, there's one character who's convinced he's not meant for love and who gets proven wrong. That was Kit in Gin & Sin. I like him and Stewart well enough. I enjoyed seeing Indy and Salem from the first book, and getting to know the other friends who will have their own books at some point.
I enjoyed it.
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