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Irons and Works: Key Largo #2
Heavy Hand – Edizione Italiana (Irons and Works serie Vol. 10)
Max non è patetico. Davvero. Non lo è. È solo che a volte si affeziona un po’ troppo quando un bel ragazzo gli presta attenzione.
E Jeremiah sembra diverso da tutti gli incontri casuali che ha avuto in passato… Almeno finché Max non si risveglia in una stanza d’hotel, e c’è soltanto un biglietto che lo ringrazia per la bella serata a tenergli compagnia.
Ma quando scopre che Jeremiah è il proprietario del ristorante accanto all’Irons & Works, sembra del tutto inevitabile che i due si incontrino. Ed è prevedibile quanto è deprimente che Max si ritrovi a perdere la testa per lo stoico uomo cieco che ha messo in chiaro fin dall’inizio di non volere una relazione.
Max di solito affronta la vita con un po’ di giudizio, lasciando che la marea del mondo si ingrossi e cali intorno a lui, con il cuore aperto e una mano pesante, ma per la prima volta nella sua vita, ha trovato qualcosa per cui valga la pena di lottare.
E Jeremiah sembra diverso da tutti gli incontri casuali che ha avuto in passato… Almeno finché Max non si risveglia in una stanza d’hotel, e c’è soltanto un biglietto che lo ringrazia per la bella serata a tenergli compagnia.
Ma quando scopre che Jeremiah è il proprietario del ristorante accanto all’Irons & Works, sembra del tutto inevitabile che i due si incontrino. Ed è prevedibile quanto è deprimente che Max si ritrovi a perdere la testa per lo stoico uomo cieco che ha messo in chiaro fin dall’inizio di non volere una relazione.
Max di solito affronta la vita con un po’ di giudizio, lasciando che la marea del mondo si ingrossi e cali intorno a lui, con il cuore aperto e una mano pesante, ma per la prima volta nella sua vita, ha trovato qualcosa per cui valga la pena di lottare.
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First published May 2, 2023
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E.M. Lindsey
142 books1,397 followersE.M. Lindsey is the author of MM contemporary romance. She presently lives and works in the southeastern United States.
EM Lindsey also writes MM Paranormal Romance under the pseudonym Ariel Millar.
EM Lindsey also writes MM Paranormal Romance under the pseudonym Ariel Millar.
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December 11, 2025
Max falls for Jeremiah, his hookup-turned-neighbor who owns a restaurant next door. Despite Jeremiah's clear stance against relationships, Max decides this connection is worth fighting for.
Jeremiah and Max are a sweet couple....an excellent example of two people who really care for and are trying to take care of each other but are also unpacking their own "baggage", trauma and life.
Jeremiah is in the long process of losing his sight, and he’s struggling to come to grips with this new version of his life. Max is dealing with unpacking a life’s worth of having to hide his panic attacks and anxiety because he can’t trust the people around him. They’re both such lovable and absolutely "real" characters. Their lives feel familiar, even though we’ve basically only just met them.
One quote in particular that’s resonated and stayed with me since I finished the book is, “The universe doesn’t care, and it seems to hate us enough to take away the good things. Just like it didn’t care about us enough to stop all the bad from happening.” Everyone at some time has had that fear. who’s This felt like there was a lot of truth in that.
Getting to know the little community that the new "Irons and Works" guys are building in Florida is heartwarming. They all have flaws, but they have each other and they certainly have each other’s backs...absolutely and unconditionally. It gives you that "wrapped in a warm blanket" and "chosen family" feeling.
Overall, it's like the Iron & Works series before it...an excellent story, with real and wonderful people who will always be there when the main characters, and the readers, need them to be.
Jeremiah and Max are a sweet couple....an excellent example of two people who really care for and are trying to take care of each other but are also unpacking their own "baggage", trauma and life.
Jeremiah is in the long process of losing his sight, and he’s struggling to come to grips with this new version of his life. Max is dealing with unpacking a life’s worth of having to hide his panic attacks and anxiety because he can’t trust the people around him. They’re both such lovable and absolutely "real" characters. Their lives feel familiar, even though we’ve basically only just met them.
One quote in particular that’s resonated and stayed with me since I finished the book is, “The universe doesn’t care, and it seems to hate us enough to take away the good things. Just like it didn’t care about us enough to stop all the bad from happening.” Everyone at some time has had that fear. who’s This felt like there was a lot of truth in that.
Getting to know the little community that the new "Irons and Works" guys are building in Florida is heartwarming. They all have flaws, but they have each other and they certainly have each other’s backs...absolutely and unconditionally. It gives you that "wrapped in a warm blanket" and "chosen family" feeling.
Overall, it's like the Iron & Works series before it...an excellent story, with real and wonderful people who will always be there when the main characters, and the readers, need them to be.
May 16, 2023
A Joyfully Jay review.
4.5 stars
Heavy Hand is the second book is E.M. Lindsey’s Irons and Works: Key Largo series. The books spin off the author’s original Irons and Works series set in Colorado. I think Lindsey has done a great job setting up this series and the books have very much the same tone and strong found family element as the original series. We also get to see some of the OG Iron’s and Works folks come to Key Largo for short tattoo stints, which gives a nice connection to the other books and characters, without letting those men take over the stories. This series appears to follow the original in that there is a strong group element and characters appear in each other’s books. That said, if you are ok without always knowing the backstories on various folks who appear as side characters, I think the main series works fine to jump in and out (which is what I did, as I started later in the series).
Read Jay’s review in its entirety here.
4.5 stars
Heavy Hand is the second book is E.M. Lindsey’s Irons and Works: Key Largo series. The books spin off the author’s original Irons and Works series set in Colorado. I think Lindsey has done a great job setting up this series and the books have very much the same tone and strong found family element as the original series. We also get to see some of the OG Iron’s and Works folks come to Key Largo for short tattoo stints, which gives a nice connection to the other books and characters, without letting those men take over the stories. This series appears to follow the original in that there is a strong group element and characters appear in each other’s books. That said, if you are ok without always knowing the backstories on various folks who appear as side characters, I think the main series works fine to jump in and out (which is what I did, as I started later in the series).
Read Jay’s review in its entirety here.
May 3, 2023
I totally see my self in Max and it made me cry! I didn’t have a traumatic childhood like he and Paris did but I grew up with very low self-esteem and did like he did,run away and hoped people fought for me. I didn’t have many real friends or friends that stuck around in the long run so I definitely feel how both men feel about that. I loved that Jeremiah was so dominantly sweet and praised Max…that was HOT!! These two were so sweetly perfect for each other. I adore the found family of I&W and how they all came together to take revenge on Jeremiah’s neighbor…revenge iguanas are most definitely a thing now…lol!!
May 29, 2023
Like the rest of the Iron and Works books I was waiting on the edge of my seat for this book. After reading about Paris I really wanted to read more about his little brother Max. Unfortunately this was a let down for me personally. Before I get to what didn’t work for me let me say all the good things I did enjoy about this book.
I absolutely loved that Max and Jeremiah meet at Disney World. As someone who lives in Florida and goes often I really loved how they meet for the first time. They both atomically fell smitten with each other. When they meet back up again 8 months later I did appreciate that Max didn’t act like he didn’t know Jeremiah. They both never tried to hide their relationship towards each other or how they were feeling about them to their friends and family. It was nice not having anything in the dark and having everything out in the open. The spicy scenes were nice and I loved how sweet and caring Jeremiah was towards Max and made sure he got everything he wanted and needed from him. Of course it was nice to see all the guys from the shop. We also get to see past characters from the Colorado shop and in this book we got to see Sam and Niko again which was so nice! The found family and take no bullshit from outsiders trying to harm them is one of my favorite things about this series.
Now to unfortunately the parts that i didn’t like. For me personally I’m not a big fan of Insta love I like my characters to have more time to grow and develop their feelings for each other over some time but like most of the books in this series it’s all Insta love, some better then others. This one just didn’t really work for me the way I wanted it to. Max confess to falling easily for people fast due to his childhood trauma and people pleasing. When he and Jeremiah agrees to be friends with a side of more i just wanted to slap both of them. With Max he knows he already has some sort of feelings for Jeremiah and agrees to this arrangement anyway knowing damn well where he is at in his personal life. Which comes back to bite him in the ass later on. Jeremiah was different he was honest about not knowing if he’s in the best place in his life to add a relationship to it but still agrees cause he wants to have Max anyway he can no matter what. This just didn’t work for me at all because of the Insta love they both have for each other right from the beginning and due to Max’s background.
This book was a roller coaster of emotions throughout everything. I love it when a book can make me feel emotional but this just made me frustrated. Max was dealing with some past demons that were coming back while at the same time trying to control his feelings for Jeremiah and not let himself fall for him. Well news flash you already did from the very beginning. He ended up just pushing him away and causing him hurt and his friends and family as well. I’m glad that at the end he does do better by himself and does sees help and learns to better communicate with Jeremiah and his feelings.
The transition for Jeremiah between I like you to confessing his love for Max literally gave me whiplash. It felt like one minute he was talking to his friends about his feelings for Max and not knowing to suddenly he’s in front of Max and confessing his dying love for him. Not once throughout the book do we get any insight on him falling in love and coming to realize it. The pacing throughout the whole story just felt rush to me personally. Which cause almost everything else not feel quite right either. I wanted them to talk more to each other and open up about their struggles and wants for the future, i overall just wanted more communication.
I know I just went on a rant and it seems like I really dislike this book but I really don’t. I do love the iron and works series and all the guys in them. I love all the disability rep that we get in them but just some of them just didn’t work quite as well for me as others and this just so happened to me one of them. I am looking forward to the next book in this series and can’t wait to get my hands on it.
I absolutely loved that Max and Jeremiah meet at Disney World. As someone who lives in Florida and goes often I really loved how they meet for the first time. They both atomically fell smitten with each other. When they meet back up again 8 months later I did appreciate that Max didn’t act like he didn’t know Jeremiah. They both never tried to hide their relationship towards each other or how they were feeling about them to their friends and family. It was nice not having anything in the dark and having everything out in the open. The spicy scenes were nice and I loved how sweet and caring Jeremiah was towards Max and made sure he got everything he wanted and needed from him. Of course it was nice to see all the guys from the shop. We also get to see past characters from the Colorado shop and in this book we got to see Sam and Niko again which was so nice! The found family and take no bullshit from outsiders trying to harm them is one of my favorite things about this series.
Now to unfortunately the parts that i didn’t like. For me personally I’m not a big fan of Insta love I like my characters to have more time to grow and develop their feelings for each other over some time but like most of the books in this series it’s all Insta love, some better then others. This one just didn’t really work for me the way I wanted it to. Max confess to falling easily for people fast due to his childhood trauma and people pleasing. When he and Jeremiah agrees to be friends with a side of more i just wanted to slap both of them. With Max he knows he already has some sort of feelings for Jeremiah and agrees to this arrangement anyway knowing damn well where he is at in his personal life. Which comes back to bite him in the ass later on. Jeremiah was different he was honest about not knowing if he’s in the best place in his life to add a relationship to it but still agrees cause he wants to have Max anyway he can no matter what. This just didn’t work for me at all because of the Insta love they both have for each other right from the beginning and due to Max’s background.
This book was a roller coaster of emotions throughout everything. I love it when a book can make me feel emotional but this just made me frustrated. Max was dealing with some past demons that were coming back while at the same time trying to control his feelings for Jeremiah and not let himself fall for him. Well news flash you already did from the very beginning. He ended up just pushing him away and causing him hurt and his friends and family as well. I’m glad that at the end he does do better by himself and does sees help and learns to better communicate with Jeremiah and his feelings.
The transition for Jeremiah between I like you to confessing his love for Max literally gave me whiplash. It felt like one minute he was talking to his friends about his feelings for Max and not knowing to suddenly he’s in front of Max and confessing his dying love for him. Not once throughout the book do we get any insight on him falling in love and coming to realize it. The pacing throughout the whole story just felt rush to me personally. Which cause almost everything else not feel quite right either. I wanted them to talk more to each other and open up about their struggles and wants for the future, i overall just wanted more communication.
I know I just went on a rant and it seems like I really dislike this book but I really don’t. I do love the iron and works series and all the guys in them. I love all the disability rep that we get in them but just some of them just didn’t work quite as well for me as others and this just so happened to me one of them. I am looking forward to the next book in this series and can’t wait to get my hands on it.
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June 2, 2023
Max and Jeremiah’s romance is a new favorite by this author and not just because it made me cry. I adored these two. Their respective insecurities and fears caused a few different snags that felt realistic to who they are. I enjoyed watching them figure out how and when to work through their issues and the way they ultimately chose each other.
However, I would have much preferred this without ableist neighbor subplot. The degree of ableism simply wasn’t necessary. Max and Jeremiah's internal conflicts were strong enough on their own. The neighbor's harassment and assault detracted from that and just plain bummed me out. Obviously people like Mike exist but it was a lot to take on top of Jeremiah's denial about his progressive blindness and resistance to using assistive devices. Let's go with one or the other.
I said it best in my review of Scratcher: “one of my struggles with this series, the way it relentlessly tightens the screws on its characters and gives them even more hardship and struggle. As great as it is to see so many different disabilities represented, the focus is always on how hard it is, along with lots of ableism and internalized ableism… It would be great if at least some of the characters didn’t have the most severe situations or could show the day to day reality of their disability without it tipping over into trauma p0rn. Why so much emphasis on the pain? I also wish there wasn’t so much casual ableist language.”
At this many books in, I wish we were getting more books where disability is part of their life but not the cause of conflict. What’s the point of having this great found family if they never learn from observing what the others have gone through or always have to deal with the most abusive people?? I enjoy this author overall but I might need to switch to a different series and see if this is their template or particular to this series.
Characters: Max is a 32 year old gay white tattoo artist with nipple and dick piercings. Jeremiah is a 40 year old blind gay white restaurant owner and former storm chaser. This is set in Key Largo, FL.
Content notes: attempted physical assault/murder by neighbor (swings wrench at Jeremiah when he thinks Jeremiah can’t see him), harassment and destruction of property by neighbor, panic attacks, ableism, internalized ableism, Stargardt disease (progressive blindness), past death of Max’s mom when he was an infant, past emotional neglect/abuse by Max’s dad and stepmom, Max’s older brother became his guardian when he was 11, Jeremiah’s ex was a narcissist who body-shamed him, secondary character’s ex cheated with his brother, secondary character lost limbs (arm, leg, and penis) in past off-roading accident/truck explosion, secondary characters with various disabilities, unsafe sex practices (rips open condom packet with teeth), on page sex, power exchange, cock warming, praise kink, sensory play, rimming, sex toys, masturbation, alcohol, inebriation (secondary characters), gendered pejoratives, ableist language, mentions of secondary character’s sister’s abusive ex, reference to off-page character who was recently diagnosed with HIV
However, I would have much preferred this without ableist neighbor subplot. The degree of ableism simply wasn’t necessary. Max and Jeremiah's internal conflicts were strong enough on their own. The neighbor's harassment and assault detracted from that and just plain bummed me out. Obviously people like Mike exist but it was a lot to take on top of Jeremiah's denial about his progressive blindness and resistance to using assistive devices. Let's go with one or the other.
I said it best in my review of Scratcher: “one of my struggles with this series, the way it relentlessly tightens the screws on its characters and gives them even more hardship and struggle. As great as it is to see so many different disabilities represented, the focus is always on how hard it is, along with lots of ableism and internalized ableism… It would be great if at least some of the characters didn’t have the most severe situations or could show the day to day reality of their disability without it tipping over into trauma p0rn. Why so much emphasis on the pain? I also wish there wasn’t so much casual ableist language.”
At this many books in, I wish we were getting more books where disability is part of their life but not the cause of conflict. What’s the point of having this great found family if they never learn from observing what the others have gone through or always have to deal with the most abusive people?? I enjoy this author overall but I might need to switch to a different series and see if this is their template or particular to this series.
Characters: Max is a 32 year old gay white tattoo artist with nipple and dick piercings. Jeremiah is a 40 year old blind gay white restaurant owner and former storm chaser. This is set in Key Largo, FL.
Content notes: attempted physical assault/murder by neighbor (swings wrench at Jeremiah when he thinks Jeremiah can’t see him), harassment and destruction of property by neighbor, panic attacks, ableism, internalized ableism, Stargardt disease (progressive blindness), past death of Max’s mom when he was an infant, past emotional neglect/abuse by Max’s dad and stepmom, Max’s older brother became his guardian when he was 11, Jeremiah’s ex was a narcissist who body-shamed him, secondary character’s ex cheated with his brother, secondary character lost limbs (arm, leg, and penis) in past off-roading accident/truck explosion, secondary characters with various disabilities, unsafe sex practices (rips open condom packet with teeth), on page sex, power exchange, cock warming, praise kink, sensory play, rimming, sex toys, masturbation, alcohol, inebriation (secondary characters), gendered pejoratives, ableist language, mentions of secondary character’s sister’s abusive ex, reference to off-page character who was recently diagnosed with HIV
September 25, 2024
Rating: 4.5
Steam: 3
PoV: dual, 3rd person
Heavy Hand was an emotional read that definitely packed a punch - but it also had the sweetest meet-cute, plenty of steam and lots of swoon. Jeremiah and Max’s story completely melted my heart!
I fell for these men straight away, their Disney magic meet-cute was outright adorable and right from the start it was easy to see the connection they had. Their story had quite a few ups and downs though, but I loved the way it allowed for them to get to know each other and for their feelings to build. The dynamic they had going on was super hot, and Jeremiah’s combination of domination and praise was perfection.
Both Max and Jeremiah had a lot to deal with, and the angst in the story was mostly due to their own internal struggles, as well as a little miscommunication. I felt so much for Max - seeing him struggle with his trauma and pushing people away, along with finding out about his childhood broke my heart. He was just such a precious and sweet character!
Heavy Hand was an engaging story with a lot of disability representation, which E.M. Lindsey really excels at writing. These two men and their little found family nestled their way into my heart, and I’m so excited for the coming books in this series!
Steam: 3
PoV: dual, 3rd person
Heavy Hand was an emotional read that definitely packed a punch - but it also had the sweetest meet-cute, plenty of steam and lots of swoon. Jeremiah and Max’s story completely melted my heart!
I fell for these men straight away, their Disney magic meet-cute was outright adorable and right from the start it was easy to see the connection they had. Their story had quite a few ups and downs though, but I loved the way it allowed for them to get to know each other and for their feelings to build. The dynamic they had going on was super hot, and Jeremiah’s combination of domination and praise was perfection.
Both Max and Jeremiah had a lot to deal with, and the angst in the story was mostly due to their own internal struggles, as well as a little miscommunication. I felt so much for Max - seeing him struggle with his trauma and pushing people away, along with finding out about his childhood broke my heart. He was just such a precious and sweet character!
Heavy Hand was an engaging story with a lot of disability representation, which E.M. Lindsey really excels at writing. These two men and their little found family nestled their way into my heart, and I’m so excited for the coming books in this series!
May 2, 2023
After book 1 of the series, Fine Line, we now get the story of Paris' brother Max. Max and Jeremiah surrounded by all the people that we know from book 1.
It wouldn't be a E.M. Lindsey book if their story was an easy one. If their lives were easy ones. They, just like all the other characters, need to fight their way to happiness. It's not easy but they manage and I'm glad they did because both are awesome people!
It wouldn't be a E.M. Lindsey book if their story was an easy one. If their lives were easy ones. They, just like all the other characters, need to fight their way to happiness. It's not easy but they manage and I'm glad they did because both are awesome people!
February 5, 2025
4.5 ⭐️ rounded up
messy MCs who super hot together? absolutely yes.
messy MCs who super hot together? absolutely yes.
May 16, 2023
3.5**
Overall I liked the book, but there were a couple of issues for me.
1. Sweet Thing..I hated the over use of pet names.
2. These two would have saved themselves a lot of grief if only they had talked to each other. Communication and trust have to walk the same path. Max and Jeremiah weren’t good at either.
Overall I liked the book, but there were a couple of issues for me.
1. Sweet Thing..I hated the over use of pet names.
2. These two would have saved themselves a lot of grief if only they had talked to each other. Communication and trust have to walk the same path. Max and Jeremiah weren’t good at either.
April 27, 2023
This book didn’t make me shed any actual tears, but it did punch me in the chest with feels more than once, as Lindsey returns to form with the latest installment of this epic series. They definitely took a chance by changing up the setting, but I once again find myself thoroughly enjoying this fresh slate while knowing I’ll still get the same high-quality, emotional romance as those set back in Colorado. We caught glimpses of both Max and Jeremiah in the “first” Key Largo book, but I had no problem embracing them as complete heroes in their own right from page 1.
Their “meet cute” is the stuff of legends in the single-rider line of my favorite ride at Disney. At first, they are two adorably awkward guys being awkward together, but the immediate connection between them is so real that things get hot pretty fast. Lindsey maintains a fine balance between making it about their chemistry as opposed to being too perfect to be real. Unfortunately, both Max and Jeremiah come with their fair share of personal baggage, and it promptly gets awkward again.
As we jump forward in time, the awkwardness is still real, with a side of delicious angst. Proximity and shared connections finally push them together again, and it’s a relief even when it means the angst gets cranked to 11 as they attempt to navigate the only type of relationship they think they are allowed. Two characters each trying not to be “too much” who end up over-compensating, lying more to themselves than each other, is the perfect recipe. Add in a dash of external conflict that is another perfect blend of honest trepidation and potential hilarity, and it’s no wonder I put off multiple other projects just to better throw myself into enjoying this novel (that’s a fancy description for binge-reading).
Additionally, I appreciated that though Max and his brother Paris (hero of the previous novel) shared the same childhood trauma, each man addresses and processes it differently enough these were truly individual characters and nothing felt repetitive. Lindsey also once again incorporates Jeremiah’s personal journey in a manner that is both familiar and unique, since visual impairment and its effects are such a spectrum. And, as always, Lindsey fleshes out their world with secondary characters that never overwhelm, but are fascinating enough that I didn’t even know who I wanted next. The teaser at the end for the next book immediately changed my mind, and I’m already looking forward to the next love story in this long, wonderful series.
Disclaimer: I received a digital review copy of this book from the author.
Their “meet cute” is the stuff of legends in the single-rider line of my favorite ride at Disney. At first, they are two adorably awkward guys being awkward together, but the immediate connection between them is so real that things get hot pretty fast. Lindsey maintains a fine balance between making it about their chemistry as opposed to being too perfect to be real. Unfortunately, both Max and Jeremiah come with their fair share of personal baggage, and it promptly gets awkward again.
As we jump forward in time, the awkwardness is still real, with a side of delicious angst. Proximity and shared connections finally push them together again, and it’s a relief even when it means the angst gets cranked to 11 as they attempt to navigate the only type of relationship they think they are allowed. Two characters each trying not to be “too much” who end up over-compensating, lying more to themselves than each other, is the perfect recipe. Add in a dash of external conflict that is another perfect blend of honest trepidation and potential hilarity, and it’s no wonder I put off multiple other projects just to better throw myself into enjoying this novel (that’s a fancy description for binge-reading).
Additionally, I appreciated that though Max and his brother Paris (hero of the previous novel) shared the same childhood trauma, each man addresses and processes it differently enough these were truly individual characters and nothing felt repetitive. Lindsey also once again incorporates Jeremiah’s personal journey in a manner that is both familiar and unique, since visual impairment and its effects are such a spectrum. And, as always, Lindsey fleshes out their world with secondary characters that never overwhelm, but are fascinating enough that I didn’t even know who I wanted next. The teaser at the end for the next book immediately changed my mind, and I’m already looking forward to the next love story in this long, wonderful series.
Disclaimer: I received a digital review copy of this book from the author.
May 2, 2023
Goodness...what a great story. The Key Largo spin-off of Irons & Works is shaping up to be an amazing series. We met Max, Paris' brother, and Jeremiah, owner of Midnight Snack restaurant, in Book 1 and I was looking forward to seeing them get their happily ever after.
The way Max and Jeremiah met was pretty darn amazing. They bonded over being "nerds" and feeling out of place in their friend group. After a sizzling night, Jeremiah bolted and just left a note behind. That really hit me hard for some reason and made me upset with Jeremiah just a little bit. I understand his reasoning, but it was so cold and hurtful. Max was so sweet and sensitive and to see him hurting actually hurt me. Then to have Jeremiah avoid Max for 8 MONTHS while still being friendly with Paris did not make me like him any better. Listen, I understand Jeremiah had his reasons and they were valid, but Max really had a special place in my heart. He already felt unwanted, unworthy, and unlovable from his childhood and Jeremiah only further played into that with how he behaved.
When they actually meet again, Max forgives way too easily. Even Jeremiah mentioned that. He's actually the one who seeks Jeremiah out. I would have liked to have seen Jeremiah put forth a little more effort into actually reaching out. Max jumps into a friends with benefits relationship which isn't what he really wanted in order to make Jeremiah happy. He was willing to settle knowing he would be hurt in the end.
I know it sounds like I disliked Jeremiah, but I promise that I didn't! I actually really liked the guy. I just loved Max more. Once they got their heads on straight, they were really good together. I am also loving all the new side characters here. Eve is fascinating. I hope we get a story with her and Andrew. Atlas is also interesting. His story was so heartbreaking and I want to learn more about him. He deserves the world after what his brother and fiancee put him through. I am REALLY looking forward to Dei and Felix's story. I am so intrigued already.
E.M. Lindsey never fails to make me fall in love with these characters. I feel like I am on a journey with them and so often I just want to hug them and tell them that matter. They are truly an amazing author. I know when I read one of their books, I am going to go on an emotional rollercoaster. However, the end always makes it worth it. I cannot wait for the next journey!
I received an ARC for my honest review
The way Max and Jeremiah met was pretty darn amazing. They bonded over being "nerds" and feeling out of place in their friend group. After a sizzling night, Jeremiah bolted and just left a note behind. That really hit me hard for some reason and made me upset with Jeremiah just a little bit. I understand his reasoning, but it was so cold and hurtful. Max was so sweet and sensitive and to see him hurting actually hurt me. Then to have Jeremiah avoid Max for 8 MONTHS while still being friendly with Paris did not make me like him any better. Listen, I understand Jeremiah had his reasons and they were valid, but Max really had a special place in my heart. He already felt unwanted, unworthy, and unlovable from his childhood and Jeremiah only further played into that with how he behaved.
When they actually meet again, Max forgives way too easily. Even Jeremiah mentioned that. He's actually the one who seeks Jeremiah out. I would have liked to have seen Jeremiah put forth a little more effort into actually reaching out. Max jumps into a friends with benefits relationship which isn't what he really wanted in order to make Jeremiah happy. He was willing to settle knowing he would be hurt in the end.
I know it sounds like I disliked Jeremiah, but I promise that I didn't! I actually really liked the guy. I just loved Max more. Once they got their heads on straight, they were really good together. I am also loving all the new side characters here. Eve is fascinating. I hope we get a story with her and Andrew. Atlas is also interesting. His story was so heartbreaking and I want to learn more about him. He deserves the world after what his brother and fiancee put him through. I am REALLY looking forward to Dei and Felix's story. I am so intrigued already.
E.M. Lindsey never fails to make me fall in love with these characters. I feel like I am on a journey with them and so often I just want to hug them and tell them that matter. They are truly an amazing author. I know when I read one of their books, I am going to go on an emotional rollercoaster. However, the end always makes it worth it. I cannot wait for the next journey!
I received an ARC for my honest review
April 30, 2023
I was really looking forward to Max's story after reading about him in Paris's story. I knew it wouldn't be a light book, it's heavy and dark at times, but sooo realistic. I personally really enjoy when a story is realistic, when it can grab at my heart strings and not let go, those are stories I go crazy for.
They are also usually the ones I connect with more, I enjoy reading books with serious topic matter. EM has always been able to pull me into whatever story I'm reading of theirs, and honestly I don't think I've read a book that I haven't enjoyed of theirs.
This book focuses on Max and Jeremiah trying to figure out what they are to each other. They first met at a theme park, then had a impromptu dinner/ fooling around. They both felt too many feelings for each other even though they were complete strangers. So, Jeremiah left Max with a note, and that is when we get more information and details about these two men becoming friends, then to friends with benefits, then to lovers.
I loved the way EM built up their relationship, it was a slow burn, and there was a bit of miscommunication at play here also. They took their time to get to know one another, and even though they were in bed together, more feelings blossomed from all of their talking.
I hate Mike!! And once you read this book, you will too! That man deserved worse than the pesky iguanas.
EM has always been an author that has impeccable world building, fantastic characters, and great storylines. I've never been to Florida or to Disneyland/Disney world, but the detail was so extraordinary that I could picture the places that were being described! I really enjoy when a book comes to life in my mind, it makes the reading experience so much more enjoyable.
I loved the side characters, as always! We got introduced to new characters! Dei, Atlas, and Rafe! I'm excited to see where this series is going to go next. I highly recommend not only this book, but this whole series.
*I received an early copy of this book and this is my honest review.*
They are also usually the ones I connect with more, I enjoy reading books with serious topic matter. EM has always been able to pull me into whatever story I'm reading of theirs, and honestly I don't think I've read a book that I haven't enjoyed of theirs.
This book focuses on Max and Jeremiah trying to figure out what they are to each other. They first met at a theme park, then had a impromptu dinner/ fooling around. They both felt too many feelings for each other even though they were complete strangers. So, Jeremiah left Max with a note, and that is when we get more information and details about these two men becoming friends, then to friends with benefits, then to lovers.
I loved the way EM built up their relationship, it was a slow burn, and there was a bit of miscommunication at play here also. They took their time to get to know one another, and even though they were in bed together, more feelings blossomed from all of their talking.
I hate Mike!! And once you read this book, you will too! That man deserved worse than the pesky iguanas.
EM has always been an author that has impeccable world building, fantastic characters, and great storylines. I've never been to Florida or to Disneyland/Disney world, but the detail was so extraordinary that I could picture the places that were being described! I really enjoy when a book comes to life in my mind, it makes the reading experience so much more enjoyable.
I loved the side characters, as always! We got introduced to new characters! Dei, Atlas, and Rafe! I'm excited to see where this series is going to go next. I highly recommend not only this book, but this whole series.
*I received an early copy of this book and this is my honest review.*
May 2, 2023
Jeremiah and Max's romance blew me away. Their connection was so deep and impactful that I fell head over heels and never wanted to get back up again. E. M. Lindsey's writing has a way of speaking directly to my soul, and god did they make me feel what these characters were going through as I devoured their story. I got hooked on that unexpected Disney meet-cute, melted my brain when Jeremiah and Max took each other apart in bed that same night, and then waited patiently for their months of awkward avoidance to end back in Key Largo. Even though both Jeremiah and Max were honest about not feeling ready for a romantic relationship, the inner romantic in me was dying to see them fall in love anyway, and clearly something was pulling them back into each other's orbit. A friends with benefits arrangement wasn't exactly what I had in mind, but Max and Jeremiah had seriously explosive chemistry and never shied away from softer, more intimate moments. It didn't take long for me to see signs of deeper feelings creeping in, and the way these two talked and supported each other was my freaking kryptonite. I knew Max and Jeremiah's internal conflicts were going to be the most challenging part of their relationship, but it still made me ache to see them start to spiral apart and not know if they could make it through. Thankfully their support network was strong and neither of them really wanted to walk away from each other, and so after a sincere heart to heart (and swoony love confession), they emerged stronger than ever. I loved how sweetly their story ended, with a dash of well-deserved revenge and a thrilling birthday treat to cement their love in my heart.
**I voluntarily read an ARC of this book. This review expresses my honest thoughts and opinions.
**I voluntarily read an ARC of this book. This review expresses my honest thoughts and opinions.
May 1, 2023
What can you say about a story with Ancient Aliens, "force of nature", revenge iguanas, smexy times, struggle times, maybe just so stinking good! E. has us back in Key Largo, the ongoing story of Irons and Works, I love this series so much!). Max and Jeremiah are up next. Max is a tattooist, Paris's brother from the first story. The brothers had a horrific childhood, Paris preferring to be a turtle until Ben comes along. Max, the younger, feels forgotten, not lovable, not deserving, meets Jeremiah, the restaurant owner, in such a nerdy, Disney way...the single rider line. And they hit it off, particularly with smexy times. And that is the problem, they connect so beautiful in the bedroom, communicating about what they need, what they want. But it's outside of the bedroom, where the angst occurs, neither truly honest with themselves, therefore how can they be authentic with each other. Jeremiah is struggling with blindness. E. does a fabulous job of showing blindness as a spectrum, not one size fits all. And the next door neighbor and his former friends, boo hiss. But it's those villains that allow us to see what a family E. has created. The comeuppance they come up is just fun. I need a story of all the options on those two pages! E. also continues subtly advocate for mental health. Both MC's reach for professional help, not in your face but this is what they do. We get a visit from our favorite CO tattoo shop, Sam and Niko (sounds like their family is doing well). I'm hoping this will be an ongoing plotline as we get more Key Largo stories. And of course we get the set up for the next story. Can't wait!
April 30, 2023
Max is Paris's brother from The first book in this new series. He had a hard childhood where he was practically ignored by his father and step mother. Paris came and got him and then took him away with him where they were a team. He still has baggage and struggles with affection and low self esteem. Jeremiah has a restaurant with delicious food next door to the new Irons & Works shop on Key Largo. Jeremiah has a degenerative eye disorder which means he is losing his sight more and more with each passing day. He struggles to accept this and fights learning to cope with his blindness and accepting he needs to learn how to deal with life in a dark world .
Max and Jeremiah meet at Disney and hit it off and have a one night stand. They have the best night ever but Jeremiah doesn't think he's in the right place to start something with someone. Max wakes to find that he's alone and feels like no-one wants him for who he really is.
They both spend a great deal of time (8 months) avoiding each other whilst secretly pining over each other. When they do meet again accidentally, thing pick up right where they left off and the attraction is still there. They both need to learn how to trust each other with their fears whilst dealing with a phsycho neighbour who has it out for Jeremiah. As in all of these books, I love how their found family come to gather to help each other out when they need it a they always have each others backs.
I really enjoyed this original storyline adn can't wait for the next in the series.
Max and Jeremiah meet at Disney and hit it off and have a one night stand. They have the best night ever but Jeremiah doesn't think he's in the right place to start something with someone. Max wakes to find that he's alone and feels like no-one wants him for who he really is.
They both spend a great deal of time (8 months) avoiding each other whilst secretly pining over each other. When they do meet again accidentally, thing pick up right where they left off and the attraction is still there. They both need to learn how to trust each other with their fears whilst dealing with a phsycho neighbour who has it out for Jeremiah. As in all of these books, I love how their found family come to gather to help each other out when they need it a they always have each others backs.
I really enjoyed this original storyline adn can't wait for the next in the series.
May 7, 2023
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Max. I feel for him so deeply. Believing that you aren’t worthy of love or friendship. Expecting to constantly be forgotten. It hurts my heart. Partly because I see myself in him.
Max has trauma with a capital T. And though his brother rescued him, an equally traumatized teenager is not equipped to be a bastion of emotional health. But they got through it together, and are building a life beyond just surviving. But those emotional wounds don’t just disappear with a couple of therapy sessions. And it’s going to take someone special willing to love him through it all for Max to find his happy ending.
Jeremiah is losing his sight. And that comes with a whole gamut of emotions. Fear and loss are front and centre. He’s not in the right space to date. Except he can’t get the one-night stand with Max out of his head, and to make matters worse, their friend groups are intertwined.
These two are messy, trying to sort through their own issues, while also trying to navigate their feelings for one another. But through it all, you can feel the strength of their bond, and you just know they’ll have something amazing once they start working together.
PS I was equally invested in the neighbour getting his comeuppance as I was in Max and Jeremiah’s relationship. LOL
Max. I feel for him so deeply. Believing that you aren’t worthy of love or friendship. Expecting to constantly be forgotten. It hurts my heart. Partly because I see myself in him.
Max has trauma with a capital T. And though his brother rescued him, an equally traumatized teenager is not equipped to be a bastion of emotional health. But they got through it together, and are building a life beyond just surviving. But those emotional wounds don’t just disappear with a couple of therapy sessions. And it’s going to take someone special willing to love him through it all for Max to find his happy ending.
Jeremiah is losing his sight. And that comes with a whole gamut of emotions. Fear and loss are front and centre. He’s not in the right space to date. Except he can’t get the one-night stand with Max out of his head, and to make matters worse, their friend groups are intertwined.
These two are messy, trying to sort through their own issues, while also trying to navigate their feelings for one another. But through it all, you can feel the strength of their bond, and you just know they’ll have something amazing once they start working together.
PS I was equally invested in the neighbour getting his comeuppance as I was in Max and Jeremiah’s relationship. LOL
April 30, 2023
Sweetness
There’s something special about how E.M. Lindsey can highlight the darkness of humanity while simultaneously showcasing how some people burn so brightly it heals your heart. Max and Jeremiah are two such brilliant souls. Their story isn’t easy but it is honest and beautiful, and so are they.
“He was more than beautiful. He was perfect. Every dip, every groove, every silver hair, and every wrinkle. All the blank skin that Max secretly wanted to fill in with their story told in sharp lines and a heavy hand.”
I very much loved how these two found each other (what a dreamy meet-cute), how they fought for each other (in ways that are harder than we know), and how they made the choice to choose each other (and a happiness that works for them). They’re not perfect, they both make mistakes, but they learn from them, and I love them more because of it all. I wish I could reach through the pages and hug them (and their amazing found family) for the many ways they’ve touched my heart.
There’s something special about how E.M. Lindsey can highlight the darkness of humanity while simultaneously showcasing how some people burn so brightly it heals your heart. Max and Jeremiah are two such brilliant souls. Their story isn’t easy but it is honest and beautiful, and so are they.
“He was more than beautiful. He was perfect. Every dip, every groove, every silver hair, and every wrinkle. All the blank skin that Max secretly wanted to fill in with their story told in sharp lines and a heavy hand.”
I very much loved how these two found each other (what a dreamy meet-cute), how they fought for each other (in ways that are harder than we know), and how they made the choice to choose each other (and a happiness that works for them). They’re not perfect, they both make mistakes, but they learn from them, and I love them more because of it all. I wish I could reach through the pages and hug them (and their amazing found family) for the many ways they’ve touched my heart.
April 27, 2023
As usual, Mx Lindsey brings all the emotional aspects of wounded men meeting and, eventually, falling in love. Their journey to happiness is never easy, but always worth the trip. As a devout fan of the original Irons and Works, I was worried about meeting a whole new cast of characters, and a whole new location, but these guys (and girls) have made their way into my soul as easily as the first set. I will say I am a big fan of having some older characters. As a 50-something person myself, I get sick of reading about the young 20-ish group that barely has their act together. Even characters in their 30s and 40s are appreciated. While the romantic angle is always a big part of the story, the outlying plots always add some spice and fun to the books. And of course, it's always wonderful to hear from previous characters and see what they are up to now. I adore this series, and look forward to reading more. Dei and his other (HA- read the end yourself, I'm not giving it away!).
April 30, 2023
There are very few authors who can move me like EM Lindsey. Their characters are always so well written and their stories have a way for making me feel so good after reading them. Some of them may rip my heart out in the process, they always piece me back together again. Max and Jeremiah were no exception. Max is so used to being forgotten and left behind, he has become his own worst enemy. He creates these situations where he will be left behind; his own self fulfilling prophecy. I am so glad he has his brother and the folks at Iron and Works to be there for him. These men and women are Family. Jeremiah and Max may have stated they were both only in their relationship for the hookups, but both of them are terrible at lying. I loved this story so much!!!!! Jeremiah has his own set of issues and hates being a burden to those around him. These two are so perfect together and I love the way they eventually work everything out.
April 27, 2023
Another fantastic addition to what is fast becoming one of my favorite spin-off series. This book packs an emotional punch- I dare you not to love both these MCs- while still being funny, hopeful and sweet.
Max, Paris's brother, is an artist used to not taking up space all while hoping that someone will finally see him. Jeremiah is a successful business owner trying to come to terms with his rapidly failing vision and how, as a blind man, he fits in the space around him. After an epically awesome meet-cute, the two men slowly find that in each other they may find exactly where they both belong.
Like all Lindsey's book, this one is very well written, with a fast pace and enough internal and external angst to make the book impossible to put down. The secondary cast of characters are stellar and I truly cannot wait for the next book in the series!
Max, Paris's brother, is an artist used to not taking up space all while hoping that someone will finally see him. Jeremiah is a successful business owner trying to come to terms with his rapidly failing vision and how, as a blind man, he fits in the space around him. After an epically awesome meet-cute, the two men slowly find that in each other they may find exactly where they both belong.
Like all Lindsey's book, this one is very well written, with a fast pace and enough internal and external angst to make the book impossible to put down. The secondary cast of characters are stellar and I truly cannot wait for the next book in the series!
May 18, 2023
CWs and CNs at the end.
Once again, EM Lindsey’s Irons and Works series bowled me over with loveable characters, the swooniest of love stories and the author’s incredible writing.
We meet Max in the previous book when we learn what he and his older brother went through as kids. Understandably, both siblings are deeply affected by their trauma and both of these books explore how they learn to navigate life while still dealing with the scars of their shared experiences. But what Lindsey manages to highlight so well, not just in this book, but in everything they write, is how trauma colours the way we see the world. And never is this done with any kind of gratuitous pain or unnecessary emotional torment of the characters. Don’t get me wrong–there is angst in spades and I bawled my eyes out but reading an EM Lindsey book is like going to therapy. In every book I find myself pouring over these incredibly examined facets of human behaviour and all so uniquely crafted to suit each character’s particular situation.
In *Heavy Hand* we see Max reacting, in many ways, very differently to how his older brother did and watching this sweet character battle his need to constantly people-please, to find a balance between communicating what he needs and not being silent to the point where he feels invisible just broke me apart in every way. Similarly, we have Jeremiah, so petrified to admit to himself that his blindness is going to change how he has to navigate his world and unable to articulate just how much he is falling for the charming tattoo artist in his life. The reader, along with the characters don’t just see the instances in which these characters are forced to reckon with their vulnerabilities, but we all collectively get to see them talk it out, examine their feelings and find ways to preserve the important relationships and find a better quality of life.
I cannot recommend this book and this series enough. Congrats, to EM on another wonderful release and I’m not sure I’ll get over how much you hurt Max in this one anytime soon 🤣! 5 giant stars!
CWs: mentions of past childhood abuse and neglect and the effects of such childhood trauma; acts of ableism, verbally and through actions, minor injuries.
CNs: This is the second book in the Irons and Works spinoff series, Irons and Works: Key Largo. The main characters are a tattoo artist and a restaurant owner who is adjusting to significant worsening of visual impairment. The book contains a FWB trope and has several on-page sex scenes.
Once again, EM Lindsey’s Irons and Works series bowled me over with loveable characters, the swooniest of love stories and the author’s incredible writing.
We meet Max in the previous book when we learn what he and his older brother went through as kids. Understandably, both siblings are deeply affected by their trauma and both of these books explore how they learn to navigate life while still dealing with the scars of their shared experiences. But what Lindsey manages to highlight so well, not just in this book, but in everything they write, is how trauma colours the way we see the world. And never is this done with any kind of gratuitous pain or unnecessary emotional torment of the characters. Don’t get me wrong–there is angst in spades and I bawled my eyes out but reading an EM Lindsey book is like going to therapy. In every book I find myself pouring over these incredibly examined facets of human behaviour and all so uniquely crafted to suit each character’s particular situation.
In *Heavy Hand* we see Max reacting, in many ways, very differently to how his older brother did and watching this sweet character battle his need to constantly people-please, to find a balance between communicating what he needs and not being silent to the point where he feels invisible just broke me apart in every way. Similarly, we have Jeremiah, so petrified to admit to himself that his blindness is going to change how he has to navigate his world and unable to articulate just how much he is falling for the charming tattoo artist in his life. The reader, along with the characters don’t just see the instances in which these characters are forced to reckon with their vulnerabilities, but we all collectively get to see them talk it out, examine their feelings and find ways to preserve the important relationships and find a better quality of life.
I cannot recommend this book and this series enough. Congrats, to EM on another wonderful release and I’m not sure I’ll get over how much you hurt Max in this one anytime soon 🤣! 5 giant stars!
CWs: mentions of past childhood abuse and neglect and the effects of such childhood trauma; acts of ableism, verbally and through actions, minor injuries.
CNs: This is the second book in the Irons and Works spinoff series, Irons and Works: Key Largo. The main characters are a tattoo artist and a restaurant owner who is adjusting to significant worsening of visual impairment. The book contains a FWB trope and has several on-page sex scenes.
May 3, 2023
Heavy Hand is the second installment in the Iron and Works Key Largo series. It features Max and Jeremiah. Max is the brother of Paris who is featured in the first book. He also works as a tattoo artist at Iron and Works. Jeremiah owns Midnight Snack, a restaurant with sexy food items on the menu. They first meet when they happen to take a trip to the same place and hook up. The only problem is after a great night Max wakes up alone in Jeremiah's hotel room with nothing but a note. Back in Key Largo they run into eachother again since Max works right next to Midnight Snack and Jeremiah happens to be friends with Max's brother. This book definitely gives you all the feels and you can't help but root for the characters. EM Lindsey really pulls you into the story with the way they write. I can't wait for the next installment.
May 4, 2023
I really loved the first book in this series, Paris and Ben’s story was exceptional and so is this one. Max and Jeremiah have the cutest of meet cutes you could ask for and I loved their nerdy bonding over Star Wars, a really good opening. I always love the characters in E.M. Lindsey books, this author really has a gift for creating really human and complicated characters. Max is just so lovely, you can’t help but want the best for him, but these are characters with pain in their past which will makes a relationship challenging. I was really hurting for Max early on, Jeremiah makes some very aggravating decisions which make things hard at first. So glad they figured it out though, together these two are pretty amazing. I loved the heart and emotion in the writing, a really beautiful romance.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
April 28, 2023
I LOVED THIS BOOK
I say this every time we go back to the Irons and Works
Series. There is just something magical to me about this world.
What an emotional ride I was on. I was sucked right in from page one (thank goodness because I have been in a slump). My heart went out to both men. For the way Max grew up and feels. He is just pushed kinda to the back and is just there. Jeremiah is struggling with he realization that he will be completely blind at some
Point and how to accommodate that in his life.
What they find in each other with love and support and protectiveness is just what the other needed.
I will continue to read anything that EM writes in this world hands down, no blurb needed I really can’t wait for the next one. Eeeppp
I say this every time we go back to the Irons and Works
Series. There is just something magical to me about this world.
What an emotional ride I was on. I was sucked right in from page one (thank goodness because I have been in a slump). My heart went out to both men. For the way Max grew up and feels. He is just pushed kinda to the back and is just there. Jeremiah is struggling with he realization that he will be completely blind at some
Point and how to accommodate that in his life.
What they find in each other with love and support and protectiveness is just what the other needed.
I will continue to read anything that EM writes in this world hands down, no blurb needed I really can’t wait for the next one. Eeeppp
May 3, 2023
I didn't feel as intensely about these characters as I did for some of the orginal series. It was great to see Sam & Niko, two of my favorites, but something about Max & Jer didn't really click with me. I enjoyed the book, read it over one day, but I don't think it will be a reread like "Stick & Poke" or "Ornamental".
I do appreciate that the author didn't make Paris & Max interchangeable characters; they react to their childhood trauma in very different ways. However, they did both do a runner, which is a valid response to the overwhelming emotions they were having.
The book is a solid addition the Irons and Works series and I look forward to more Deimos, Felix and the rest of the crew.
(I also hope she doesn't forget about Finn, Harry, and Kat & Tony from the first series.)
I do appreciate that the author didn't make Paris & Max interchangeable characters; they react to their childhood trauma in very different ways. However, they did both do a runner, which is a valid response to the overwhelming emotions they were having.
The book is a solid addition the Irons and Works series and I look forward to more Deimos, Felix and the rest of the crew.
(I also hope she doesn't forget about Finn, Harry, and Kat & Tony from the first series.)
May 8, 2023
I recently finished reading "Heavy Handa," the second book in the Key Largo series, and I must say it was just as captivating as the first book. It's a perfect blend of humour, romance, and angst that kept me engrossed till the very end. The protagonist, Max, has a tough time trusting people due to his upbringing, which makes it hard for him to accept or reciprocate affection. He meets Jeremiah at an amusement park, and despite their initial hookup, they both struggle to take the relationship further. Jeremiah, a successful restaurateur, is hesitant to open up to someone because of his deteriorating eyesight. Eventually, the two decide to give their relationship a chance, but not without facing several obstacles. Overall, it's a fantastic read that kept me hooked from start to finish.
May 2, 2023
This was such an amazing story! Max just broke my heart with all the emotional turmoil that he puts on himself. Meeting Jeremiah was a blessing and a curse because now Max knows just how good things COULD be, if good things would ever happen to him. Jeremiah is kind of in the same boat and doesn't think that he could ever keep a guy like Max, long term. It was interesting how their mutual friends played such a big part in their relationship. Having such a supportive group around allowed these two to realize that they could open themselves up to a possible future. It's always fun to re-visit Irons and Works. There is always something going on that makes me want more!
May 7, 2023
Ended this book liking the characters a lot more than I thought I would. It wasn’t really like a withholding the truth/feelings trope (which I tend to hate) but rather a waiting for the other MC to admit their feelings and define the relationship first which was suiting considering Max was more of the submissive partner in the relationship. Once again featured a great amount of diversity as every E.M. book does. I’m honestly really enjoying this series so far and am coming to love the characters like I did the original Irons and Works guys. Can definitely say this is my second favourite series of theirs so far. Excited to see where the rest of it goes.
April 30, 2023
I don’t know how this author can bring us so many wonderful stories with so many amazing characters but it happens every time! You can’t help but fall in love with these characters who are fighting through so much but can still open their hearts and find love! My heart just went out to Max and Jeremiah! They make such a wonderful couple. It just breaks my heart to see what they’ve gone through and still are. Truly a wonderful read and I can’t wait to see more from this fantastic spinoff series! This is my honest opinion of this complimentary copy of this book
May 6, 2023
Max & Jeremiah
I love the Iron and Works universe and all of E.M Lindsey’s works. This one was good, I really liked the camaraderie of all the characters, a true found family. Max was traumatized as a child, much like his brother Paris. It seems more harsh for Max given he was younger when it started. I sometimes felt like I didn’t completely understand his feelings or why he would go quiet. Jer was feeling alone and not ready to lose his sight completely. These two were very good for each other and just needed to find their way together. Definitely spicy.
I love the Iron and Works universe and all of E.M Lindsey’s works. This one was good, I really liked the camaraderie of all the characters, a true found family. Max was traumatized as a child, much like his brother Paris. It seems more harsh for Max given he was younger when it started. I sometimes felt like I didn’t completely understand his feelings or why he would go quiet. Jer was feeling alone and not ready to lose his sight completely. These two were very good for each other and just needed to find their way together. Definitely spicy.
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