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Scrap Metal & Love Reforged
He took down my walls. Then I learned he was the voice behind my favorite late-night messages.
So why do I still want him?
SETH
I never meant to fall for him.
Troy does not let people in. He is blunt, brilliant, and built like a fantasy in work boots. In person he keeps me at arm’s length, so I tried another way. I talked to him online. No real name. No pressure. Just us.
I did not plan to keep the secret. I just wanted a chance before he shut the door.
Now he knows.
If I want him back, I have to earn more than forgiveness. I have to prove I am not just a pretty face with a wallet and an apology.
TROY
I do not fall easily. Especially not for men like him.
Wealthy. Charming. Untouchable.
Seth crashed into my life, and when he touched me, everything changed. I let him in. Then I found out he had not been honest.
I should walk away.
But I cannot forget the way he listens, the way he sees me, the way we fit.
Maybe I am ready to risk my heart on the one person who broke it.
Scrap Metal & Love Reforged is a slow-burn, high-heat MM romance with anonymous DMs, class tension, found family, motorcycle grease, art made from scrap, and a redeemed rich boy who fights for his happily ever after.
So why do I still want him?
SETH
I never meant to fall for him.
Troy does not let people in. He is blunt, brilliant, and built like a fantasy in work boots. In person he keeps me at arm’s length, so I tried another way. I talked to him online. No real name. No pressure. Just us.
I did not plan to keep the secret. I just wanted a chance before he shut the door.
Now he knows.
If I want him back, I have to earn more than forgiveness. I have to prove I am not just a pretty face with a wallet and an apology.
TROY
I do not fall easily. Especially not for men like him.
Wealthy. Charming. Untouchable.
Seth crashed into my life, and when he touched me, everything changed. I let him in. Then I found out he had not been honest.
I should walk away.
But I cannot forget the way he listens, the way he sees me, the way we fit.
Maybe I am ready to risk my heart on the one person who broke it.
Scrap Metal & Love Reforged is a slow-burn, high-heat MM romance with anonymous DMs, class tension, found family, motorcycle grease, art made from scrap, and a redeemed rich boy who fights for his happily ever after.
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178 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 26, 2025
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January 17, 2026
MM- Opposites Attraction
Seth figured big in previous books in ‘Art of Love’ series. He always struck me as being very disorganised, flitting through life without a care, because he could, he is a very young billionaire. Loves his flashy cars and is a connoisseur of motor cycles.
That’s how he comes face to face with Troy, a Motorcycle Mechanic in the small town of Bluehaven. Troy was so excited to see the gems that Seth brought in for him to work on and they fell into a kind of friendship.
Troy has shut himself off from everyone, including his parents and to some degree his sister Skye who comes to check up on him occasionally. This is how he has been since his older brother Lance died in a car crash. Troy blames himself for that accident. He also hasn’t come out to his family since he realised he was gay, and is scared they will find out.
I felt some sympathy for Troy as well as wanting to give him a big shake out of his miserable way of looking at his life.
Usually he chats to his online friend ‘Godofdiscord’ about goings on in his life and wants to get stuff off his chest.
His friendship with Seth starts to mean something more and it is mutual. They have a few dates and all looks promising. But when Troy discovers something all that falls apart. Will he dig himself out of the mire that he seems to be sinking into.
If you’ve read the previous books you’ll get to meet Brandon the movie maker, and his boyfriend who also featured previously. Brandon is best friends with Seth.
At only 175 pages this was a short read and was perfect company on a day when awful weather kept me indoors.
Seth figured big in previous books in ‘Art of Love’ series. He always struck me as being very disorganised, flitting through life without a care, because he could, he is a very young billionaire. Loves his flashy cars and is a connoisseur of motor cycles.
That’s how he comes face to face with Troy, a Motorcycle Mechanic in the small town of Bluehaven. Troy was so excited to see the gems that Seth brought in for him to work on and they fell into a kind of friendship.
Troy has shut himself off from everyone, including his parents and to some degree his sister Skye who comes to check up on him occasionally. This is how he has been since his older brother Lance died in a car crash. Troy blames himself for that accident. He also hasn’t come out to his family since he realised he was gay, and is scared they will find out.
I felt some sympathy for Troy as well as wanting to give him a big shake out of his miserable way of looking at his life.
Usually he chats to his online friend ‘Godofdiscord’ about goings on in his life and wants to get stuff off his chest.
His friendship with Seth starts to mean something more and it is mutual. They have a few dates and all looks promising. But when Troy discovers something all that falls apart. Will he dig himself out of the mire that he seems to be sinking into.
If you’ve read the previous books you’ll get to meet Brandon the movie maker, and his boyfriend who also featured previously. Brandon is best friends with Seth.
At only 175 pages this was a short read and was perfect company on a day when awful weather kept me indoors.
December 28, 2025
4.5 stars
Artist/mechanic Troy works hard to keep himself afloat, preferring to pursue his junk assemblage career, but working as a motorcycle mechanic to make ends meet. Basically a loner, he has had an online friend for over a year, one he shares his deepest thoughts and fears with, including the fact he is gay, an anonymous person who he can open up to without fear of being ignored, one he can share problems with and get advice.
Seth is a golden retriever type personality, outgoing, upbeat with a sunny attitude, confident and endlessly enthusiastic, a billionaire looking at life from the wealthier end of the spectrum, with enough money to buy anything he wants, do anything he wants, and use money to solve anyone’s problems.
Troy and Seth meet when Seth brings his Cosmic Starship Harley (apparently a very expensive, very exclusive version) into the shop for a minor repair. Troy is in awe of the bike and the man who rode in on it, but keeps the interest in the man under wraps, since he’s not out. Seth is interested in and attracted to Troy, and wants to pursue a friendship or more. When Troy finally gives into his attraction to Seth, they end up spending time together, discovering they have some common interests and get along well. They do have one intimate encounter early on, but Troy isn’t out and doesn’t feel right continuing that part of the relationship. Over time, Seth discovers that they have had another connection, one which he knows he should disclose, but prefers not to, waiting for the “right time”, which never comes before Troy discovers the truth and the relationship ends. Neither can forget the other, and both seek a way to reconnect to see where things can go, if trust can be rebuilt.
I was drawn to these characters from the get-go, falling in love with Seth’s personality, understanding the angst Troy feels over his sexuality and fear of coming out due to his past, engaging with them as their relationship grows, rooting for it to work out. When Seth’s secret is discovered, I could identify with Troy’s sense of betrayal and anger over the lie, all while understanding Seth’s motivation at the same time. As often happens, it proves the adage about communication being key to making a relationship work. I found the characters, both Main and supporting, to be relatable and realistic, ones I could imagine encountering in real life, as were the relationship situations encountered by Troy and Seth. The story flowed for me and I read it in one sitting.
Two of my favorite lines in the book were “It’s like talking to a lampshade, with the bulb off.” And Seth replied, “But I’m ‘your’ lampshade.” Not sure why, it just tickled my fancy and wasn’t one I’d ever heard before.
The book was interesting and entertaining, low heat, some angst, but definitely an enjoyable read, one I could recommend, whether new to this author or a loyal reader. I received an ARC from the author and this is my voluntary review.
Artist/mechanic Troy works hard to keep himself afloat, preferring to pursue his junk assemblage career, but working as a motorcycle mechanic to make ends meet. Basically a loner, he has had an online friend for over a year, one he shares his deepest thoughts and fears with, including the fact he is gay, an anonymous person who he can open up to without fear of being ignored, one he can share problems with and get advice.
Seth is a golden retriever type personality, outgoing, upbeat with a sunny attitude, confident and endlessly enthusiastic, a billionaire looking at life from the wealthier end of the spectrum, with enough money to buy anything he wants, do anything he wants, and use money to solve anyone’s problems.
Troy and Seth meet when Seth brings his Cosmic Starship Harley (apparently a very expensive, very exclusive version) into the shop for a minor repair. Troy is in awe of the bike and the man who rode in on it, but keeps the interest in the man under wraps, since he’s not out. Seth is interested in and attracted to Troy, and wants to pursue a friendship or more. When Troy finally gives into his attraction to Seth, they end up spending time together, discovering they have some common interests and get along well. They do have one intimate encounter early on, but Troy isn’t out and doesn’t feel right continuing that part of the relationship. Over time, Seth discovers that they have had another connection, one which he knows he should disclose, but prefers not to, waiting for the “right time”, which never comes before Troy discovers the truth and the relationship ends. Neither can forget the other, and both seek a way to reconnect to see where things can go, if trust can be rebuilt.
I was drawn to these characters from the get-go, falling in love with Seth’s personality, understanding the angst Troy feels over his sexuality and fear of coming out due to his past, engaging with them as their relationship grows, rooting for it to work out. When Seth’s secret is discovered, I could identify with Troy’s sense of betrayal and anger over the lie, all while understanding Seth’s motivation at the same time. As often happens, it proves the adage about communication being key to making a relationship work. I found the characters, both Main and supporting, to be relatable and realistic, ones I could imagine encountering in real life, as were the relationship situations encountered by Troy and Seth. The story flowed for me and I read it in one sitting.
Two of my favorite lines in the book were “It’s like talking to a lampshade, with the bulb off.” And Seth replied, “But I’m ‘your’ lampshade.” Not sure why, it just tickled my fancy and wasn’t one I’d ever heard before.
The book was interesting and entertaining, low heat, some angst, but definitely an enjoyable read, one I could recommend, whether new to this author or a loyal reader. I received an ARC from the author and this is my voluntary review.
December 27, 2025
“… if you don’t want me to tell, fine. I get it. I mean, I wasn’t always out myself. So why would I make your life unnecessarily difficult? I’m not going to tell anyone something like that. That’s your story to tell, not mine.”
Scrap Metal & Love Reforged is the new novel by Caleb Marks. It’s Seth’s story! I’ve waited for it since he appeared in Hot Set. In this book he meets Troy, a struggling mechanic and artist who’s been through a lot and keeps everyone at arm’s length. Seth is basically his total opposite (he’s rich, confident, he’s an indie actor…). It’s seems they don’t have anything in common and that they shouldn’t work at all, but somehow, they do.
“There was something about him, maybe his looks, that stirred all sorts of warm feelings in my chest. He looked luminous, like someone who took really good care of himself.”
I liked the slow-burn and the tension and yearning between them. Troy’s trust issues felt real, and Seth’s patience with him made me like him a lot. Their shared interests, especially motorcycles and art, help them to know each other on a more personal level and form a stronger bond.
“We weren’t in a perfect world, and we never would be. At best, I could hope for the best and prepare for the worst, and if the worst should happen, at least I could count on Seth for his unwavering support.”
Some of the conflict was a bit predictable, but I didn’t dislike it. The story felt a bit short to me, and it seemed that the ending was somewhat rushed, although I loved it.
I’d recommend it if you enjoy grumpy/sunshine vibes and opposites-attract tropes.
I received an ARC from the author for free, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation.
December 26, 2025
He has the money to solve all problems, but his target resists
Seth is a billionaire who uses his wealth to resolve issues and launch initiatives, such as taking a role in a film he helped finance. Troy is a mechanic with a passion for creating art from scrap metal and a distinctive artistic flair, and he is also a skilled mechanic and a fan of exotic motorcycles.
Troy is estranged from his parents and has never disclosed his sexual orientation to them. He is attracted to Seth, who frequently brings exotic and highly valued motorcycles to the repair shop where Troy works. Troy is highly focused, does not engage in relationships, and maintains a fiercely independent demeanor, rejecting help when it is offered.
When Seth tries to assist Troy—who, while attracted to Seth, also values his independence—the effort backfires. A significant opportunity is lost when a secret Seth has been concealing is revealed. To Troy, this is betrayal; for Seth, it is an acknowledgment of a truth he knew he needed to disclose but had postponed too long.
This narrative depicts a love story fraught with obstacles related to power and wealth, ultimately highlighting a young man whose core values compel him to confront past truths that must be revealed.
Author Caleb Marks skillfully constructs the world surrounding these two protagonists, developing their personalities beyond the archetype of a billionaire seeking to solve problems through wealth and a mechanic whose independence must be honored. The narrative progresses swiftly due to the clarity of the prose and the realistic situations presented—scenarios that are not mere tropes but genuine life experiences enacted by Mr. Marks' characters. The work is exceptional, engaging, and offers a satisfying resolution.
Seth is a billionaire who uses his wealth to resolve issues and launch initiatives, such as taking a role in a film he helped finance. Troy is a mechanic with a passion for creating art from scrap metal and a distinctive artistic flair, and he is also a skilled mechanic and a fan of exotic motorcycles.
Troy is estranged from his parents and has never disclosed his sexual orientation to them. He is attracted to Seth, who frequently brings exotic and highly valued motorcycles to the repair shop where Troy works. Troy is highly focused, does not engage in relationships, and maintains a fiercely independent demeanor, rejecting help when it is offered.
When Seth tries to assist Troy—who, while attracted to Seth, also values his independence—the effort backfires. A significant opportunity is lost when a secret Seth has been concealing is revealed. To Troy, this is betrayal; for Seth, it is an acknowledgment of a truth he knew he needed to disclose but had postponed too long.
This narrative depicts a love story fraught with obstacles related to power and wealth, ultimately highlighting a young man whose core values compel him to confront past truths that must be revealed.
Author Caleb Marks skillfully constructs the world surrounding these two protagonists, developing their personalities beyond the archetype of a billionaire seeking to solve problems through wealth and a mechanic whose independence must be honored. The narrative progresses swiftly due to the clarity of the prose and the realistic situations presented—scenarios that are not mere tropes but genuine life experiences enacted by Mr. Marks' characters. The work is exceptional, engaging, and offers a satisfying resolution.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Scrap Metal & Love Reforged is an opposites attract, grumpy/sunshine, secret identity MM romance. Troy is a working class mechanic and artist who doesn't usually let others in and is just trying to keep a roof over his head. Seth is a rich social butterfly (and sometimes actor) trying to find his passion and purpose. Can these two opposites overcome their differences and build a lasting, honest relationship?
It seems like Troy and Seth shouldn't work on paper, but they (mostly) bring out the best in each other. Seth was a supporting character in this series' previous book Hot Set, and it's good to see him back in this one. He's still a bit clueless about some things here, but he's also revealed to be deeper and more self-aware, as well as more likable than in the previous book. Troy is more standoffish and cautious, but not unlikable.
I will say that the conflicts that arise between the two MCs, as well as each man's reasoning for their decisions, are perhaps a bit clichéd and predictable. I don't know if this book had any beta readers, but an often-mentioned deceased relative of one of the MCs was called *three* different names throughout the book. It seems like the third name was the correct/official one?
Overall, the book was still enjoyable, and it was nice to see a bit of growth from both MCs from beginning to end. 3.5/5 stars.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
It seems like Troy and Seth shouldn't work on paper, but they (mostly) bring out the best in each other. Seth was a supporting character in this series' previous book Hot Set, and it's good to see him back in this one. He's still a bit clueless about some things here, but he's also revealed to be deeper and more self-aware, as well as more likable than in the previous book. Troy is more standoffish and cautious, but not unlikable.
I will say that the conflicts that arise between the two MCs, as well as each man's reasoning for their decisions, are perhaps a bit clichéd and predictable. I don't know if this book had any beta readers, but an often-mentioned deceased relative of one of the MCs was called *three* different names throughout the book. It seems like the third name was the correct/official one?
Overall, the book was still enjoyable, and it was nice to see a bit of growth from both MCs from beginning to end. 3.5/5 stars.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 28, 2025
Could they make it??
Troy is a mechanic and has a complicated relationship with his parents. He is gay but very much in the closet. When a beautiful motorbike is brought in for a service, he is eager to get his hands on it. The man who bought it in is seth. And he is dripping with Money. He’s also very good looking and very charming. Seth asks him out but Troy says no. Troy is a very busy man. He also makes art out of junk. Troy has also got a friend online which he talks to.
Seth comes from old Money old old Money he spends his time buying bikes and also being an actor. He has some very good friends who work in the industry. When he first saw Troy at the Garage, he felt an instant attraction. But he played it cool. Once Troy and Seth spend time with each other it seems they’re both attracted to each other but the next day Troy basically says their best of as friend. But then something happened which totally throw Troy. Could this be the end of their friendship their last chance to be something together??
I want to say this is a slow burn Book but you have the action in the middle and then it all like fizzle out for awhile little bit strange but I do feel that they are right for one another. The attraction between them is fierce. And I do feel that they have a deep connection a very good read 4 1/2 stars.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Troy is a mechanic and has a complicated relationship with his parents. He is gay but very much in the closet. When a beautiful motorbike is brought in for a service, he is eager to get his hands on it. The man who bought it in is seth. And he is dripping with Money. He’s also very good looking and very charming. Seth asks him out but Troy says no. Troy is a very busy man. He also makes art out of junk. Troy has also got a friend online which he talks to.
Seth comes from old Money old old Money he spends his time buying bikes and also being an actor. He has some very good friends who work in the industry. When he first saw Troy at the Garage, he felt an instant attraction. But he played it cool. Once Troy and Seth spend time with each other it seems they’re both attracted to each other but the next day Troy basically says their best of as friend. But then something happened which totally throw Troy. Could this be the end of their friendship their last chance to be something together??
I want to say this is a slow burn Book but you have the action in the middle and then it all like fizzle out for awhile little bit strange but I do feel that they are right for one another. The attraction between them is fierce. And I do feel that they have a deep connection a very good read 4 1/2 stars.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Yes! It's Seth's story!
I loved Seth in “Hot Set” and was hoping to read his love story.
And I'm not disappointed. I still love this character and immediately fell for the stubborn and proud Troy.
Troy and Seth couldn't be more different, but their shared passion for motorcycles and art gives them reasons to grow closer.
I liked how the story developed, little by little, with Troy hiding deep wounds and living as a recluse to protect himself.
I won't say any more so as not to spoil it.
A beautiful story, past wounds, mistakes that jeopardize their relationship, but fortunately they manage to overcome them and move forward.
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Oui ! C'est l'histoire de Seth !
J'ai adoré Seth dans « Hot Set » et j'espérais lire son histoire d'amour.
Et je ne suis pas déçue. J'aime toujours autant ce personnage et je suis immédiatement tombée sous le charme du têtu et fier Troy.
Troy et Seth ne pourraient pas être plus différents, mais leur passion commune pour la moto et l'art leur donnent des raisons de se rapprocher.
J'ai aimé le développement de l'histoire, petit à petit avec Troy qui cache de profondes blessures et qui vit reclus pour se protéger.
Je n'en dirai pas plus pour ne pas spoiler.
Une belle histoire, des blessures passées, des erreurs qui mettent en péril leur relation, mais heureusement ils parviendront à les surmonter pour avancer.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I loved Seth in “Hot Set” and was hoping to read his love story.
And I'm not disappointed. I still love this character and immediately fell for the stubborn and proud Troy.
Troy and Seth couldn't be more different, but their shared passion for motorcycles and art gives them reasons to grow closer.
I liked how the story developed, little by little, with Troy hiding deep wounds and living as a recluse to protect himself.
I won't say any more so as not to spoil it.
A beautiful story, past wounds, mistakes that jeopardize their relationship, but fortunately they manage to overcome them and move forward.
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Oui ! C'est l'histoire de Seth !
J'ai adoré Seth dans « Hot Set » et j'espérais lire son histoire d'amour.
Et je ne suis pas déçue. J'aime toujours autant ce personnage et je suis immédiatement tombée sous le charme du têtu et fier Troy.
Troy et Seth ne pourraient pas être plus différents, mais leur passion commune pour la moto et l'art leur donnent des raisons de se rapprocher.
J'ai aimé le développement de l'histoire, petit à petit avec Troy qui cache de profondes blessures et qui vit reclus pour se protéger.
Je n'en dirai pas plus pour ne pas spoiler.
Une belle histoire, des blessures passées, des erreurs qui mettent en péril leur relation, mais heureusement ils parviendront à les surmonter pour avancer.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
Troy doesn't open himself up to anyone, not even his sister, not really. He has moved away from home, works at the garage where his real skill is with the bikes he loves so much, and uses his wages, as best he can, to fun his art projects.
Seth doesn't have to work, he's from old money, doesn't think about where the cash comes from, rarely asks what something costs, loves his bikes more than just about anything else. He doesn't come across as selfish though, just a little clueless.
This pair are from entirely different places, are opposites entirely and Caleb Marks has drawn them together. They complement one another, have experiences that can shape the other, offer something to the other no-one else ever has. He has created them so well that we truly believe in them, want the best for them, want to step in and help them with their endeavours. It's very easy to fall in love with Caleb Marks' stories, he writes them well, makes them realistic, adds in some very romantic scenes shall we say and compels the reader to keep going.
The Art of Love is not something that can be taught, it has to be discovered and learnt just as a love of reading does. This book, this author, delivers both.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Seth doesn't have to work, he's from old money, doesn't think about where the cash comes from, rarely asks what something costs, loves his bikes more than just about anything else. He doesn't come across as selfish though, just a little clueless.
This pair are from entirely different places, are opposites entirely and Caleb Marks has drawn them together. They complement one another, have experiences that can shape the other, offer something to the other no-one else ever has. He has created them so well that we truly believe in them, want the best for them, want to step in and help them with their endeavours. It's very easy to fall in love with Caleb Marks' stories, he writes them well, makes them realistic, adds in some very romantic scenes shall we say and compels the reader to keep going.
The Art of Love is not something that can be taught, it has to be discovered and learnt just as a love of reading does. This book, this author, delivers both.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 26, 2025
Scrap Metal & Love Reforged is book 3 in the Art of Love series and tells the story of Seth and Troy. Troy is a closeted mechanic by day and artist by heart. He also blames himself for a family tragedy. Seth is a “millionaire with a b” with a golden retriever personality that never seems to let anything get to him. He seems instantly infatuated with Troy and makes it his mission to make them inseparable. They both use a popular website/app to chat with friends and they happen to be speaking to each other for the past year plus before even meeting. And Seth makes the decision to put off telling Seth that they are talking to each other when he discovers Troy’s identity in order to “get to know him better” (yeah we all know how that will go). Troy is supported (mentally & emotionally) by his sister Skye while Seth has Brandon & Alex (they are from book 2 of this series “Hot Set”) I do wish this book was longer, the ending seemed rushed. I spent the majority of the book silently screaming “You need to REALLY TALK to each other”. This was a one day read, it was to good to put down, once I started it. This is book 3 of a series but it can be read as a standalone.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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December 26, 2025
Troy works as a mechanic in a small garage. Troy loves motorcycles, and he’s an aspiring metal artist who has been working on a piece for an art competition.
His love of motorcycles is how he met Seth. Seth had started bringing in his motorcycles to the shop to be fixed by Troy. It was Seth’s way to meet the handsome young man that he wanted to get to know better. Eventually, Seth asks Troy out for DRINKS, but Troy declines.
Troy is a confused young man about coming out as gay, stemming from a car accident involving his older brother’s death. His brother was headed to pick up Troy from a party where Troy had a crush on a fellow male student. He’s carried this burden since school; it was his fault.
Then Seth and his incredible motorcycles enter his life. Seth’s a happy man, charismatic and gorgeous, and Troy was attracted to him. Seth asked Troy to go out for a drink, but Troy declined. It’s not long after Troy timidly agrees to have Seth spend some time with him. So, it’s the beginning of a relationship, one that Troy refuses to admit he’s gay, and Seth commits to an act of betrayal that didn’t go well.
I wasn’t sure I would like the book, but after the first chapter, I found it to be a good book. It’s probably better than I am saying. The best way to find out is to buy the book and read it for yourself. I gave it 4.5, but stars. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
His love of motorcycles is how he met Seth. Seth had started bringing in his motorcycles to the shop to be fixed by Troy. It was Seth’s way to meet the handsome young man that he wanted to get to know better. Eventually, Seth asks Troy out for DRINKS, but Troy declines.
Troy is a confused young man about coming out as gay, stemming from a car accident involving his older brother’s death. His brother was headed to pick up Troy from a party where Troy had a crush on a fellow male student. He’s carried this burden since school; it was his fault.
Then Seth and his incredible motorcycles enter his life. Seth’s a happy man, charismatic and gorgeous, and Troy was attracted to him. Seth asked Troy to go out for a drink, but Troy declined. It’s not long after Troy timidly agrees to have Seth spend some time with him. So, it’s the beginning of a relationship, one that Troy refuses to admit he’s gay, and Seth commits to an act of betrayal that didn’t go well.
I wasn’t sure I would like the book, but after the first chapter, I found it to be a good book. It’s probably better than I am saying. The best way to find out is to buy the book and read it for yourself. I gave it 4.5, but stars. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
December 29, 2025
Scrap Metal & Love Reforged is such a solid opposites-attract romance. Troy is a closed-off mechanic and scrap-metal artist just trying to survive, while Seth is a rich, golden-retriever billionaire who genuinely wants to connect, even if his instinct is to fix everything with money.
I really liked both of them. Troy’s fear around coming out and his need for independence felt very real, and Seth’s sunny, enthusiastic personality made him impossible not to like. Watching them circle each other, open up, and slowly build something felt natural and engaging. Their connection—both online and in real life—was a great touch.
When Seth’s secret comes out, the fallout made sense. Troy’s anger and sense of betrayal were completely justified, even though I could also understand why Seth hesitated. It was very much a “communication matters” moment, and I was rooting hard for them to find their way back to each other.
Yes, some of the conflict was a bit predictable, but the characters felt grounded and human, and the story flowed so well I finished it in one sitting. Overall, this was a warm, engaging read with good emotional payoff and satisfying growth for both MCs.
I really liked both of them. Troy’s fear around coming out and his need for independence felt very real, and Seth’s sunny, enthusiastic personality made him impossible not to like. Watching them circle each other, open up, and slowly build something felt natural and engaging. Their connection—both online and in real life—was a great touch.
When Seth’s secret comes out, the fallout made sense. Troy’s anger and sense of betrayal were completely justified, even though I could also understand why Seth hesitated. It was very much a “communication matters” moment, and I was rooting hard for them to find their way back to each other.
Yes, some of the conflict was a bit predictable, but the characters felt grounded and human, and the story flowed so well I finished it in one sitting. Overall, this was a warm, engaging read with good emotional payoff and satisfying growth for both MCs.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book drew me in from the beginning and I read it one sitting because I just had to see Troy and Seth work everything out.
While making art from recycled materials is Troy’s passion, being a mechanic pays the bills. He meets Seth at work when Seth brings in a very expensive motorcycle to be worked on. They strike up a friendly rapport over bikes and eventually become tentative friends - tentative due to Troy’s difficulty trusting people and wondering why someone with as much money as Seth would want to befriend a starving artist type like himself.
I fell in love with Seth from the start. He is a genuinely good guy who just happened to end up in a wealthy family, and I kept rooting for Troy to overlook the money side of Seth and see his heart.
I actually loved how slow their relationship progressed because it showed the reality of how thoughts and feelings can interfere, especially when there is a difference in status.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am leaving this review voluntarily.
While making art from recycled materials is Troy’s passion, being a mechanic pays the bills. He meets Seth at work when Seth brings in a very expensive motorcycle to be worked on. They strike up a friendly rapport over bikes and eventually become tentative friends - tentative due to Troy’s difficulty trusting people and wondering why someone with as much money as Seth would want to befriend a starving artist type like himself.
I fell in love with Seth from the start. He is a genuinely good guy who just happened to end up in a wealthy family, and I kept rooting for Troy to overlook the money side of Seth and see his heart.
I actually loved how slow their relationship progressed because it showed the reality of how thoughts and feelings can interfere, especially when there is a difference in status.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Troy + Seth
We have Troy and Seth who are online friends but strangers in real life. Troy of course judges Seth for being a billionaire at first but then he and us the readers can't help but fall in love with him. Seth on the other hand is smitten from the beginning. We then get to read about their journey of how they end up together as the two have totally different economical backgrounds as Seth is a billionaire and Troy is a mechanic/struggling artist. Even with this difference they match perfectly. While I'm usually not a fan of slow burn because I just want the couple together I think it worked for this book. Mostly because it didn't feel like filler instead it had depth in how we got to know the characters and they themselves got to know each other. But what I enjoyed most and was different from my recent reads was this story was more of a story of growing love then two main characters getting together and having sex for more than half of the book. I liked how the book focused more on the couple and not sex. I do want to say there is a third act break up, talk of losing a family member (in the past) and that one of the MMC's is in the closet for most of the book (read to find out which one).
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
We have Troy and Seth who are online friends but strangers in real life. Troy of course judges Seth for being a billionaire at first but then he and us the readers can't help but fall in love with him. Seth on the other hand is smitten from the beginning. We then get to read about their journey of how they end up together as the two have totally different economical backgrounds as Seth is a billionaire and Troy is a mechanic/struggling artist. Even with this difference they match perfectly. While I'm usually not a fan of slow burn because I just want the couple together I think it worked for this book. Mostly because it didn't feel like filler instead it had depth in how we got to know the characters and they themselves got to know each other. But what I enjoyed most and was different from my recent reads was this story was more of a story of growing love then two main characters getting together and having sex for more than half of the book. I liked how the book focused more on the couple and not sex. I do want to say there is a third act break up, talk of losing a family member (in the past) and that one of the MMC's is in the closet for most of the book (read to find out which one).
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 27, 2025
A nice opposites attract romance. Troy is a struggling artist making ends meet by working as a mechanic. Seth is a trust fund kid, gorgeous and confident. They are immediately struck with each other, but Troy fights it for many reasons. First being that they are on total opposite ends of the financial spectrum. And also, Troy is not out, to anyone. The other thing going on in the background is the online friendship between Troy and the user GodofDiscord, which in reality is Seth. I liked the slow build between the MCs. Troy has trust issues and Seth is willing to go at his pace. I also liked the way Seth was written. He's confident and a bit arrogant but in a really likable way that I was surprised by. I appreciated that money wasn't the solution to their relationship problems too. It was a sweet read with a good amount of spice. Would recommend. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I received a free copy. This review is submitted voluntarily.
Troy is a troubled man on several fronts. He feels completely responsible for his older brother’s death. This has pushed him away from his family and essentially everyone else, except his sister. He isn’t making enough money to afford anything other than a poorly maintained flat. And finally, he is still in the closet. On the other hand, Seth is super wealthy and has yet to come across a situation he can’t solve with money. And stir in a guy who has trust issues and is communicating online with a guy who turns out to be Seth, who is the first to identify That Troy is the other party but doesn’t tell Troy.
That’s a lot of balls to keep in the air, especially given that the book isn’t all that long. But the author skillfully handles them without dropping one. The two MCs are miles apart in terms of their personalities, but they manage to fall in love despite this. Totally in character, Seth tries to throw money at Troy’s problems, but the latter’s pride won’t let him accept. I think the grumpy/sunshine trope doesn’t easily apply since Troy has a lot of reasons to be in a bad mood and Seth is sunshiny mostly because his wealth allows him to be oblivious. The secondary characters are limited in number as far as helping the storyline is concerned, but their interventions are very helpful when it comes to plot development. The story progresses in a fairly linear fashion, with some suspense as to when and how Troy will join the dots.
A good read with a fair amount of angst.
Troy is a troubled man on several fronts. He feels completely responsible for his older brother’s death. This has pushed him away from his family and essentially everyone else, except his sister. He isn’t making enough money to afford anything other than a poorly maintained flat. And finally, he is still in the closet. On the other hand, Seth is super wealthy and has yet to come across a situation he can’t solve with money. And stir in a guy who has trust issues and is communicating online with a guy who turns out to be Seth, who is the first to identify That Troy is the other party but doesn’t tell Troy.
That’s a lot of balls to keep in the air, especially given that the book isn’t all that long. But the author skillfully handles them without dropping one. The two MCs are miles apart in terms of their personalities, but they manage to fall in love despite this. Totally in character, Seth tries to throw money at Troy’s problems, but the latter’s pride won’t let him accept. I think the grumpy/sunshine trope doesn’t easily apply since Troy has a lot of reasons to be in a bad mood and Seth is sunshiny mostly because his wealth allows him to be oblivious. The secondary characters are limited in number as far as helping the storyline is concerned, but their interventions are very helpful when it comes to plot development. The story progresses in a fairly linear fashion, with some suspense as to when and how Troy will join the dots.
A good read with a fair amount of angst.
December 26, 2025
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
To be very honest, I do not care for motorcycles, and I currently have an antipathy toward billionaires so the description of this book would not have enticed me to purchase or read it. However, I do enjoy Caleb Marks writing style and he invited me to become an ARC reviewer, so here we are.
This is a quick and easily read book. I knocked it out in one session. The angle is a growing attraction, perhaps love, between two men, but fraught with misunderstandings and lies. That the two can work through these issues is hopeful but not realistic. So, the setup is a dynamic between a hopeful happy ending or a crash and burn scenario of heartbreak and love lost (or deceit avoided). Mechanic and billionaire - will it work out or not? Ya gotta read it to find out.
To be very honest, I do not care for motorcycles, and I currently have an antipathy toward billionaires so the description of this book would not have enticed me to purchase or read it. However, I do enjoy Caleb Marks writing style and he invited me to become an ARC reviewer, so here we are.
This is a quick and easily read book. I knocked it out in one session. The angle is a growing attraction, perhaps love, between two men, but fraught with misunderstandings and lies. That the two can work through these issues is hopeful but not realistic. So, the setup is a dynamic between a hopeful happy ending or a crash and burn scenario of heartbreak and love lost (or deceit avoided). Mechanic and billionaire - will it work out or not? Ya gotta read it to find out.
December 27, 2025
Troy is a hardworking mechanic whose real love is creating art from scrap. Troy is hiding his sexuality from his family, the only person who knows is his online friend, someone he trusts with his family history and worries.
Seth is a billionaire who dabbles in acting but doesn't really need to work. He loves buying super bikes and when he finds a new bike mechanic he asks him out.
As Troy and Seth get to know each other better and Seth enjoys spending time hunting through scrap to support Troy with his art Seth realises that his online friend is actually Troy.
A slow burn mm romance, two people with very different life experiences who find themselves enjoying experiencing life together.
Seth is a billionaire who dabbles in acting but doesn't really need to work. He loves buying super bikes and when he finds a new bike mechanic he asks him out.
As Troy and Seth get to know each other better and Seth enjoys spending time hunting through scrap to support Troy with his art Seth realises that his online friend is actually Troy.
A slow burn mm romance, two people with very different life experiences who find themselves enjoying experiencing life together.
December 29, 2025
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This short book is sweet and fluffy, like cotton candy but better. It's a roller coaster ride between Troy and Seth. Boy, talk about opposites attracting each other. Troy is a auto/motorcycle mechanic who barely make ends meet. Seth is a billionaire with an interest in high-end motorcycles.
Troy assumes that Seth is an arrogant, snobby rich guy with money to burn. He fights his attraction to Seth because of it. Regardless, Troy finds Seth hot and handsome. Seth feels the same, openly flirting with him. I really enjoyed myself, and heartily recommend it.
This short book is sweet and fluffy, like cotton candy but better. It's a roller coaster ride between Troy and Seth. Boy, talk about opposites attracting each other. Troy is a auto/motorcycle mechanic who barely make ends meet. Seth is a billionaire with an interest in high-end motorcycles.
Troy assumes that Seth is an arrogant, snobby rich guy with money to burn. He fights his attraction to Seth because of it. Regardless, Troy finds Seth hot and handsome. Seth feels the same, openly flirting with him. I really enjoyed myself, and heartily recommend it.
December 31, 2025
Scrap Metal & Love Reforged is a sweet, emotional story about second chances. Troy is a mechanic carrying a lot of guilt, keeping to his small world until Seth enters his life with rare motorcycles and undeniable charm.
Seth is drawn to Troy as he slowly lets his guard down but things get complicated when Seth realizes Troy is also his online friend and doesn’t know how to tell him.
Just as Troy starts trusting again, the truth comes out and threatens to destroy what little progress they had made. Feeling betrayed, Troy starts to build those walls back up but Seth is determined not to let him.
I loved how this story focused on healing, honesty and finding someone who supports you through it all.
Seth is drawn to Troy as he slowly lets his guard down but things get complicated when Seth realizes Troy is also his online friend and doesn’t know how to tell him.
Just as Troy starts trusting again, the truth comes out and threatens to destroy what little progress they had made. Feeling betrayed, Troy starts to build those walls back up but Seth is determined not to let him.
I loved how this story focused on healing, honesty and finding someone who supports you through it all.
January 3, 2026
Troy works in a garage and loves making things out of scrap metal but wasn’t very great money wise is a loner but talks to a guy online. Seth is very rich and owns quite a few limited edition motorcycles but the garage he had been going to closed so had to find another shop and also talks to a guy online. Seth takes his motorcycle for Troy to fix and are attracted to each other but Troy is in the closet, he doesn’t want to get involved with a rich guy. One time they are talking online something the guy says is what Troy had said to him and he figures out that the he is talking to is Troy. Troy left home because of happened to his brother eventually Troy works through his issues and wants Seth.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC review
This is a slow- burn with high heat and a lot of yearning. Seth and Troy is on the opposite side when it comes to money and income. Where Seth is born into wealth Troy is working hard to keep a roof over his head. This also shows in other aspects of their lifes, but Seth is a good guy. He wants nothing more than for a chance at making a go of this chemistry between them.
They have a lot of complications to overcome, but if they do they have a real chance at love.
I love this read, but the slow-burn was at times making me crazy, but they had to make all the slow steps to get it right.
This is a slow- burn with high heat and a lot of yearning. Seth and Troy is on the opposite side when it comes to money and income. Where Seth is born into wealth Troy is working hard to keep a roof over his head. This also shows in other aspects of their lifes, but Seth is a good guy. He wants nothing more than for a chance at making a go of this chemistry between them.
They have a lot of complications to overcome, but if they do they have a real chance at love.
I love this read, but the slow-burn was at times making me crazy, but they had to make all the slow steps to get it right.
December 29, 2025
Few authors do a slow burn with the finesse of Caleb Marks. Troy works as a mechanic and makes art from scraps in his free time. He might not use the word happy to describe himself, but he is reasonably content. So what if he is interested in both the man and the machine when Seth rides in on his motorcycle, which is worth more than Troy makes in five years? That's not a crime. And if Seth keeps returning to the shop with different high-priced machines that he wants only Troy to work on, Troy shouldn't read anything into that, right? Only it feels like Seth wants him to. And it's getting harder not to.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 29, 2025
Sweet! Troy's life is a bit complicated. He works a day job as a mechanic but is an artist at heart. He keeps his head down and doesn’t do well with people. He meets Seth, when Seth goes to his shop for repairs. Seth, is a millionaire who has a positive outlook on life and he takes a fancy to Troy. Seth connects with Troy online. Troy feels free to communicate and reveal his secrets. He can open up and be himself. Caleb, creates the best, most indepth characters of substance! This is a journey of courage of opening up, patience to listen and taking chances. Nicely done, great cover art. Well done! I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 2, 2026
This is book three in the Art of Love series and this is Seth and Troy’s story and we get a slow burn, opposites attract, second chance romance in this emotional story about Troy who keeps his walls up to guard himself and Seth who knows a direct approach won’t work with him despite their chemistry so he becomes Troy’s anonymous online friend and they get to know each other and Troy opens up and starts to let his walls down, but Seth’s secret is exposed and undoes the progress as Troy rightly feels hurt and betrayed but eventually they do get their hea after they open up and communicate with each other openly and honestly and rebuild the lost trust. Good read.
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December 24, 2025
I completely forgot I would receive this ARC so it was a nice holiday surprise. Scrap Metal & Love Reforged is definitely a journey. I spent a lot of it yelling at both Troy and Seth for different reasons. But theirs is a miscommunication trope that actually makes sense. All in all, it was a fun little read to close out my own 2025 journey that is the world of advanced reading and helped me reframe how I want to focus my selections in the future. I received this book directly through the author via his ARC team and this is my honest review. 4.25 stars.
December 28, 2025
Although this is Book 3 of the Art of Love series it can be read as a standalone.
'A motorcycle mechanic who trusts no one. A billionaire who made one mistake that shattered everything.'
The characters were well written and complex and complicated and absolutely perfect together. Plot was intriguing and well paced. World building was excellent and impressive. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
'A motorcycle mechanic who trusts no one. A billionaire who made one mistake that shattered everything.'
The characters were well written and complex and complicated and absolutely perfect together. Plot was intriguing and well paced. World building was excellent and impressive. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 29, 2025
Grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract and motorcycles galore. Seth finds something that he wants and that is Troy may want, but he doesn’t want to want and doesn’t think he deserves it. I absolutely love how Troy can take things that are scrap and garbage and bring a whole new light to them with his sculpting and how Seth just goes though everything with rose colored glasses… until he meets Troy, now he’s found something worth fighting for and realizing that all his money won’t help him when it comes to Troy.
December 30, 2025
Scrap Metal & Love Reforged by Caleb Marks is about Troy, a mechanic, whose past is filled with guilt, meets Seth and his rare motorcycles he would like Troy to work on. Seth, a billionaire, finds Troy a fascinating man who is slowly letting his walls down for him. But when Seth realizes that Troy is his discord friend he doesn’t know how to tell him and he is afraid those walls will go back up faster than a sandstorm through Phoenix. As Troy is finding he is enjoying being around people again and starting to trust himself again when he finds that Seth has been lying to him about who he really is. I really loved this story of finally letting their walls down to begin to enjoy life again with someone who understands, loves and supports him no matter what he decides.
December 27, 2025
I liked this book,,,Troy is a struggle artist and Mechanic,,,he has been hiding who he is from family and friends because of his brother’s accident that took his life when Troy was younger,,,and then he meets Seth and man that’s doesn’t have to worry about about money because he is rich,,,but he has a secret that he keeps from Troy. Read this book to find out what happened,,I read this book for this author for my honest opinion
December 28, 2025
This is a truly opposites attract romance. I found the characters quite engaging. I have a soft spot for the struggling artist. The storyline was entertaining and held my interest. I typically don’t read many M/M romances. While I found the book very entertaining I don’t know that I will go back and read the others in the series due to that nature. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by bookfunnel.
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