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Heaven Sent #4
Faith
Darien’s best friends are the other guys in the rock band Heaven Sent. The three—now four—of them are closer than brothers to him and he’s happy that they’ve all found their life mates. He is. He doesn’t at all mind that each of those life mates are men. He doesn’t.
In fact, that’s just it. Maybe there’s something to this gay stuff. He’s never been particularly interested before, but after a short, failed marriage, he’s willing to open himself up to new possibilities. Especially if one of those possibilities is the gorgeous lawyer who handled his divorce, Christopher Faith.
Trouble is, Chris doesn’t seem to want to believe that Darien’s serious. Well, sure, Darien’s never slept with a guy before, but he’s allowed to change his mind. Isn’t he?
[Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: male/male sexual practices.]
In fact, that’s just it. Maybe there’s something to this gay stuff. He’s never been particularly interested before, but after a short, failed marriage, he’s willing to open himself up to new possibilities. Especially if one of those possibilities is the gorgeous lawyer who handled his divorce, Christopher Faith.
Trouble is, Chris doesn’t seem to want to believe that Darien’s serious. Well, sure, Darien’s never slept with a guy before, but he’s allowed to change his mind. Isn’t he?
[Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: male/male sexual practices.]
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First published July 1, 2007
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November 18, 2022
HAVE A LITTLE FAITH!!!
This is my fave of the series could be because my name is Darien and all through highschool I was in love with a guy named Chris. One thing its not nearly as exciting as these two guys. yeh I know too much information.
So Darien is the cute one in the group and the most people friendly always the one to strike up a conversation. He gets a little carried away with the things he says and ends up saying way too much, talk about TMI. Well everyone in the group is out and about with their partner, seems Darien is the only one still interested in women and thats about to go in the pooper. Darien makes some wrong decisions and marry too quickly and that falls apart, welcome to the life of a rockstar.
So quick divorce anyone well thats what D needs and he gets hooked with lawyer Chris Faith, and what starts out as a curious attraction turns into molten lava for D. He wants Chris and he wants him naked.Well they get naked and steam things up, its not all peachy and rainbows. they both have to face the music and find themselves and admit their love for each other.See Darien was never gay and Chris has always been, so its hard to trust the judgement of a newly turned bottom.
Overall I love this book and I love Darien so sweet, and Chris is so sexy. Love Jet Mykles.
This is my fave of the series could be because my name is Darien and all through highschool I was in love with a guy named Chris. One thing its not nearly as exciting as these two guys. yeh I know too much information.
So Darien is the cute one in the group and the most people friendly always the one to strike up a conversation. He gets a little carried away with the things he says and ends up saying way too much, talk about TMI. Well everyone in the group is out and about with their partner, seems Darien is the only one still interested in women and thats about to go in the pooper. Darien makes some wrong decisions and marry too quickly and that falls apart, welcome to the life of a rockstar.
So quick divorce anyone well thats what D needs and he gets hooked with lawyer Chris Faith, and what starts out as a curious attraction turns into molten lava for D. He wants Chris and he wants him naked.Well they get naked and steam things up, its not all peachy and rainbows. they both have to face the music and find themselves and admit their love for each other.See Darien was never gay and Chris has always been, so its hard to trust the judgement of a newly turned bottom.
Overall I love this book and I love Darien so sweet, and Chris is so sexy. Love Jet Mykles.
May 6, 2022
Darien es el unico del grupo que queda soltero, asi que se siente un poco solitario, sabe que cuenta con sus amigos para todo, pero el quiere lo que tienen ellos, asi que un dia en las Vegas decide casarse con una amiga con la que ha estado saliendo de vez en cuando. Pero despues de unos meses ambos se dan cuenta que no tienen nada en comun, que eran mucho mejor de amigos que de pareja, asi que ella le pide el divorcio, Darien se siente mal, no por ella ni por su relacion, sino por haber perdido lo unico que tenia que lo hacia sentirse igual que sus amigos. Asi que decide que tal vez seria buena idea comenzar a salir otra vez, quizas intentar algo con el otro sexo, porque no? si a sus amigos les fuciono por que no a el? Pero no se siente atraido por nadie, hasta que Hell le presenta a su mejor amigo Chris, que es abogado, con la intencion que lo ayude con su divorcio, y ahi Darien consigue a alguien de quien se siente atraido y mas aun cuando se entera que es Gay.
Darien no logra quitarse a Chris de la mente, y cuando se entera que este se separo de su novio, decide intentarlo con todo, quiere probar, experimentar. Pero lo que comenzo como un experimento, poco a poco se fue convirtiendo en algo mas, el problema era que Chris parecia no sentir lo mismo o tenia miedo a admitirlo, como lucha Darien contra el pasado? Como le hace entender a Chris que son el uno para el otro?
Esta pareja me gusto muchisimo mas, quizas sea la pareja que mas me gusto de la serie, Darien es dulce, divertido, sincero y confiable, y Chris es controlado, serio, pero amable y carinoso, la quimica entre ellos se siente real, la relacion tuvo un muy buen desarrollo, aunque a veces me gustaria saber que estaba pensando Chris, pero por otro lado, el personaje de Darien es suficientemente grande como para llevar toda la narracion.
En cuanto a la banda, me gusto muchisimo que el autor nos mostrata la dinamica existente entre ellos, sus parejas, sus conciertos y el trabajo detras de escena, asi como tambien me gusto el hecho de que Darien resulta ser el amigo de todos, conoce a todos y se lleva bien con todos, aunque lo consideren el hermanito del grupo.
En fin, la serie me gusto bastante, tiene sus altos y bajos, pero vale la pena leerla, este libro como fin de serie esta bien manejado. Y aunque se que hay otro que incluye un "despues del final" para todos, si se quiere leer la serie y dejarlo hasta aqui, terminarias con un buen final.
Darien no logra quitarse a Chris de la mente, y cuando se entera que este se separo de su novio, decide intentarlo con todo, quiere probar, experimentar. Pero lo que comenzo como un experimento, poco a poco se fue convirtiendo en algo mas, el problema era que Chris parecia no sentir lo mismo o tenia miedo a admitirlo, como lucha Darien contra el pasado? Como le hace entender a Chris que son el uno para el otro?
Esta pareja me gusto muchisimo mas, quizas sea la pareja que mas me gusto de la serie, Darien es dulce, divertido, sincero y confiable, y Chris es controlado, serio, pero amable y carinoso, la quimica entre ellos se siente real, la relacion tuvo un muy buen desarrollo, aunque a veces me gustaria saber que estaba pensando Chris, pero por otro lado, el personaje de Darien es suficientemente grande como para llevar toda la narracion.
En cuanto a la banda, me gusto muchisimo que el autor nos mostrata la dinamica existente entre ellos, sus parejas, sus conciertos y el trabajo detras de escena, asi como tambien me gusto el hecho de que Darien resulta ser el amigo de todos, conoce a todos y se lleva bien con todos, aunque lo consideren el hermanito del grupo.
En fin, la serie me gusto bastante, tiene sus altos y bajos, pero vale la pena leerla, este libro como fin de serie esta bien manejado. Y aunque se que hay otro que incluye un "despues del final" para todos, si se quiere leer la serie y dejarlo hasta aqui, terminarias con un buen final.
June 12, 2015
I really enjoyed this one. I think it is my favourite one of the series after Heaven. Darien and Chris were great. It was also interesting to see the GFY character being all for it. In Jet's books the GFY character is usually in denial for half the book. But as soon as Darien realized that he was attracted to Chris he was all for it and making plans to seduce him. Fearless Darien. :P
November 22, 2017
Bakal meriang gak ya bacanya.... PENGACARA BOOOOOOOOO
Boleh juga nih tangkepannya si Darien
Kayaknya pasangan ini bakal hot...soalnya Chris punya pacar nih hiihihihih
THIS IS GOING TO BE STAMY AND STICKY
And hoping the lovemaking as hot as others
Boleh juga nih tangkepannya si Darien
Kayaknya pasangan ini bakal hot...soalnya Chris punya pacar nih hiihihihih
THIS IS GOING TO BE STAMY AND STICKY
And hoping the lovemaking as hot as others
October 9, 2014
I loved Chris and his complexity.
I loved more Darien and his open heart.
I loved the scorching sex.
I loved the core of the story : Love and Trust go hand in hand..
I loved more Darien and his open heart.
I loved the scorching sex.
I loved the core of the story : Love and Trust go hand in hand..
January 13, 2008
Darien has a difficult time convincing Chris that his feeling are true.
January 21, 2018
Have a little faith!
Heaven Sent is sort of a guilty pleasure addiction to me. I love the over-the-top rockstar lifestyle, flourishing love declarations, and fun sex. All the guys are compelling in a way only exaggerated characters can be without leaving me overthinking anything going on in the series. I love the way Jet Mykles manages to make everything fall away for the sake of an escape-read. I definitely got that same feeling from Faith as I did from the prior three novels.
I will say Faith has been the weakest of the series for me. I didn't buy Darien suddenly deciding he'd "try guys" since all his friends were gay/in gay relationships; I really didn't like how he seemed to fall for Chris immediately without any rhyme or reason which couldn't be traced back to being on the rebound from a failed marriage. I really understood why Chris didn't believe in Darien as a long-term partner. Why should he? They guy really did live like a vagabond with no loyalty or roots to anything except his band/music.
Chris was also more a caricature of a "stuffy English guy" than a fully formed character for me.
I think I got more out of seeing all my other favorites in the series than the focus of the story on Darien and Chris.
If you're a Heaven Sent fan, I'd absolutely say read Faith. It's a wonderful look into their world. It gives a lot of closure to the band's love lives and sets all of them up for happy-ever-afters on a forever basis. I don't know if I would tell someone who was ambivalent about the series to invest in this read specifically.
Heaven Sent is sort of a guilty pleasure addiction to me. I love the over-the-top rockstar lifestyle, flourishing love declarations, and fun sex. All the guys are compelling in a way only exaggerated characters can be without leaving me overthinking anything going on in the series. I love the way Jet Mykles manages to make everything fall away for the sake of an escape-read. I definitely got that same feeling from Faith as I did from the prior three novels.
I will say Faith has been the weakest of the series for me. I didn't buy Darien suddenly deciding he'd "try guys" since all his friends were gay/in gay relationships; I really didn't like how he seemed to fall for Chris immediately without any rhyme or reason which couldn't be traced back to being on the rebound from a failed marriage. I really understood why Chris didn't believe in Darien as a long-term partner. Why should he? They guy really did live like a vagabond with no loyalty or roots to anything except his band/music.
Chris was also more a caricature of a "stuffy English guy" than a fully formed character for me.
I think I got more out of seeing all my other favorites in the series than the focus of the story on Darien and Chris.
If you're a Heaven Sent fan, I'd absolutely say read Faith. It's a wonderful look into their world. It gives a lot of closure to the band's love lives and sets all of them up for happy-ever-afters on a forever basis. I don't know if I would tell someone who was ambivalent about the series to invest in this read specifically.
August 15, 2009
Jet Mykles has easily cemented herself as a talented and exceptionally entertaining writer with the perfect balance of romance, action, and sex. In another turn in the Heaven Sent universe, the spotlight is turned to the last remaining single member of the band while continuing to give satisfying glimpses into past characters. One of the reasons this series works so well is the interplay of characters throughout the books. Each band member is not isolated for the space of their story and Mykles deftly weaves the entire cast of characters in and out of scenes flawlessly giving continuity between the various stories without ever losing the first time reader. Add in remarkable cover art from PL Nunn and the result is a truly wonderful series of books.
This particular book focuses on Darien and his rather easy walk on the dark side. After realizing that the gradual shift from heterosexual to bisexual to committed gay relationships has occurred for all his closest friends and band members, Darien starts to wonder if he’s been missing something all this time. Darien’s easy going mannerisms and happy go lucky outlook are not tested too much in his rather light and quick road to a happy ever after. Even shifting from a steadfast heterosexual lifestyle to a first time relationship with a man, Darien is rarely phased by much and takes the ups and downs with his lover in stride. Although Darien lacks the intensity of other band members, he’s a perfect foil for the extreme personalities blended together in the band. His lack of issues and angst may not cause him to be a favorite but his character lends a light hearted and necessary aspect.
Chris is a more complex and intense character, carrying quite a bit of unresolved emotional issues from his previous relationship with an actor who one day decided he wasn’t gay. The fear of rejection from yet another “not gay” man causes his resistance to Darien to be understandable and sympathetic. Darien’s continued pursuit of the man is slightly confusing given the very little these two actually know about each other and more so a reflection of Darien’s comfort level and happiness with Chris. Darien’s excessively open personality is a sharp contrast to the closed manner of his lover, creating an opposites attract situation that is well written and executed.
Even though Chris’ resistance complicates the otherwise easy going relationship, the overall tone of the book is a likeable and enjoyable story that moves pretty quickly. The author is not afraid to add sex scenes that are steamy and hot, lending classical roles to the men which deepen their connection. The sex scenes are neither too plentiful or too few with added characterization so the scenes are not simply for erotica’s sake. Witty and humorous dialogue keeps the tale entertaining, especially so from Dairen’s point of view. His inner commentaries during his initiation to “buttsex” are hilarious at times without going too far into corny.
Although certain topics and tropes are repeated throughout the books and series, Faith offers another fresh and interesting variation on the theme. As a story, this offering is highly satisfying and appealing to a wide range of romance lovers with enough of a yaoi inspiration to please those fans of the genre. From the tight, solid writing to attractive characters and swift moving plot, this is a delightful and fun read for new and old fans alike.
This particular book focuses on Darien and his rather easy walk on the dark side. After realizing that the gradual shift from heterosexual to bisexual to committed gay relationships has occurred for all his closest friends and band members, Darien starts to wonder if he’s been missing something all this time. Darien’s easy going mannerisms and happy go lucky outlook are not tested too much in his rather light and quick road to a happy ever after. Even shifting from a steadfast heterosexual lifestyle to a first time relationship with a man, Darien is rarely phased by much and takes the ups and downs with his lover in stride. Although Darien lacks the intensity of other band members, he’s a perfect foil for the extreme personalities blended together in the band. His lack of issues and angst may not cause him to be a favorite but his character lends a light hearted and necessary aspect.
Chris is a more complex and intense character, carrying quite a bit of unresolved emotional issues from his previous relationship with an actor who one day decided he wasn’t gay. The fear of rejection from yet another “not gay” man causes his resistance to Darien to be understandable and sympathetic. Darien’s continued pursuit of the man is slightly confusing given the very little these two actually know about each other and more so a reflection of Darien’s comfort level and happiness with Chris. Darien’s excessively open personality is a sharp contrast to the closed manner of his lover, creating an opposites attract situation that is well written and executed.
Even though Chris’ resistance complicates the otherwise easy going relationship, the overall tone of the book is a likeable and enjoyable story that moves pretty quickly. The author is not afraid to add sex scenes that are steamy and hot, lending classical roles to the men which deepen their connection. The sex scenes are neither too plentiful or too few with added characterization so the scenes are not simply for erotica’s sake. Witty and humorous dialogue keeps the tale entertaining, especially so from Dairen’s point of view. His inner commentaries during his initiation to “buttsex” are hilarious at times without going too far into corny.
Although certain topics and tropes are repeated throughout the books and series, Faith offers another fresh and interesting variation on the theme. As a story, this offering is highly satisfying and appealing to a wide range of romance lovers with enough of a yaoi inspiration to please those fans of the genre. From the tight, solid writing to attractive characters and swift moving plot, this is a delightful and fun read for new and old fans alike.
November 28, 2009
To have finished Hell and Faith within hours of each other, wow. What's that say for ease of reading, or like of material. Whatever the case I am so crushing hard for the HS boys. I love how they love each other. There is no confusion [for the most part:] about their feelings for men. I like a good, heavy emotional tug but not every time I read romance.
The fusion of lightheartedness, erotic sex, and gay exceptance really makes this work of fiction a true work of art. I love the idea of all the band members being gay and yet it doesn't affect thier fan base. It works for them. I love how everything always works out and it's fairly believable.
Ok so Darien [drummer:] is like the cheerleader of the group. Not like go team but really animated and talkitive. Chris Faith is a British friend of Hell's who is also a lawyer and helps Darien with his legal issues. Darien, of course, has flirted with men and leads the press into believing he may be bi, but he's never wanted to actually sleep with a guy. Until Chris. And, oh goodness I loved reading their intial pre-love scene. How Darien was reacting to Chris. Darien being sure of Chris's sexual preference for men but unsure if Chris liked him. He was beyond dangling the carrot in front of Chris until Chris finally caved.
Their eventual break-up wasn't as heart wrenching as Brent and Hell's. Darien and Chris's relationship was not as established before they were intimate. So I was not not too torn when that happened. The build-up always works better for me but depending on the character I can go with casual. Overall this was another great addition to the Heaven Sent series.
I rarely get the chance to do this [read a series back to back:], but I am out of town and only have my e-books keeping me company. Up next BOOK 5: Genesis
The fusion of lightheartedness, erotic sex, and gay exceptance really makes this work of fiction a true work of art. I love the idea of all the band members being gay and yet it doesn't affect thier fan base. It works for them. I love how everything always works out and it's fairly believable.
Ok so Darien [drummer:] is like the cheerleader of the group. Not like go team but really animated and talkitive. Chris Faith is a British friend of Hell's who is also a lawyer and helps Darien with his legal issues. Darien, of course, has flirted with men and leads the press into believing he may be bi, but he's never wanted to actually sleep with a guy. Until Chris. And, oh goodness I loved reading their intial pre-love scene. How Darien was reacting to Chris. Darien being sure of Chris's sexual preference for men but unsure if Chris liked him. He was beyond dangling the carrot in front of Chris until Chris finally caved.
Their eventual break-up wasn't as heart wrenching as Brent and Hell's. Darien and Chris's relationship was not as established before they were intimate. So I was not not too torn when that happened. The build-up always works better for me but depending on the character I can go with casual. Overall this was another great addition to the Heaven Sent series.
I rarely get the chance to do this [read a series back to back:], but I am out of town and only have my e-books keeping me company. Up next BOOK 5: Genesis
June 16, 2010
This is the 4th in Mykles Heaven Sent series and although I again enjoyed the writing, the story told fairly much the same as others, the only problem with reading a series I guess. A good start to this story with all the boys backstage after a concert in varying degrees of their version of domesticity, setting the scene for Darien’s lack thereof. It was interesting this time to have the character with the ‘crisis’ to not be a band member, this time it came in the form of Darien’s lover who is wary of taking the relationship to the next level as he’s been burnt before. Did I mention I have a kink over guys in suits? And them looking smokin’ in a pair of jeans after hours? Meet Chris, the lawyer. Oh, and he wears glasses.....
Enjoyed all the dialogue that went with the first sex scene, it spoke volumes about their different personalities, but didn’t side swipe the issue of it being Darrien’s first time with a man. The band member’s rallying around Darien in his time of need was touching although I found Darien’s jump from liking sex with a man to loving said man a little rushed. Still an enjoyable read and one I would certainly recommend as part of the series. There’s been discussion about ‘who is your favourite Heaven Sent character?’ – personally I’m still going with Johnnie as he had the most dramatic turnaround from playing the field to falling in love and I actually ending up adoring his arrogance as it was played so well from start to end, changing from a negative emotion to a positive force as he pursued Tyler.
Off to the 5th and final instalment in the series (don’t think I’ll be going to the 6th as it focuses around a female and two guys – prob not my cup of tea.)
Enjoyed all the dialogue that went with the first sex scene, it spoke volumes about their different personalities, but didn’t side swipe the issue of it being Darrien’s first time with a man. The band member’s rallying around Darien in his time of need was touching although I found Darien’s jump from liking sex with a man to loving said man a little rushed. Still an enjoyable read and one I would certainly recommend as part of the series. There’s been discussion about ‘who is your favourite Heaven Sent character?’ – personally I’m still going with Johnnie as he had the most dramatic turnaround from playing the field to falling in love and I actually ending up adoring his arrogance as it was played so well from start to end, changing from a negative emotion to a positive force as he pursued Tyler.
Off to the 5th and final instalment in the series (don’t think I’ll be going to the 6th as it focuses around a female and two guys – prob not my cup of tea.)
January 4, 2012
Darien is the drummer of Heaven Sent and is the only one who is strictly straight. With his band mates in happy relationships, Darien is feeling a little lonely. So lonely that he rushes into a marriage that doesn't last. Chris Faith is his divorce lawyer that we met in Brent and Hell's book as Hell's best friend.
I don't know, but I just wasn't feeling the relationship between Chris and Darien, and I didn't connect with either Chris or Darien individually. Chris was kind of too uptight and stiff for me and Darien was a little too vapid and immature. I almost felt like Darien was trying out homosexuality 'cause all his friends were doing it and they're cool so it must be cool. It just didn't feel too sincere to me. This story fell a little flat for me.
I don't know, but I just wasn't feeling the relationship between Chris and Darien, and I didn't connect with either Chris or Darien individually. Chris was kind of too uptight and stiff for me and Darien was a little too vapid and immature. I almost felt like Darien was trying out homosexuality 'cause all his friends were doing it and they're cool so it must be cool. It just didn't feel too sincere to me. This story fell a little flat for me.
November 10, 2013
Another fun story for this series...I just love 'em all.
These two guys were great. I really like Darien and how his mind worked, it was fun and real to see him start to go off track and then reel himself back into the right direction. When we seen Chris 'cut loose' or be more himself around Darien and then the guys, that's when I started to like him more. As with all the Heaven Sent stories I would loved to see it a bit longer, there could have been a whole lot more I woulda like to be a part of. Oh well...I'm sure we'll see them in the next book!
These two guys were great. I really like Darien and how his mind worked, it was fun and real to see him start to go off track and then reel himself back into the right direction. When we seen Chris 'cut loose' or be more himself around Darien and then the guys, that's when I started to like him more. As with all the Heaven Sent stories I would loved to see it a bit longer, there could have been a whole lot more I woulda like to be a part of. Oh well...I'm sure we'll see them in the next book!
January 11, 2011
By far my favorite Heaven Sent story. I adored Darien and Chris was the perfect match for him. I really wish the story was longer, it had so much potential, with two fantastic, likable, sexy protagonists (without them being too much, I could actually imagine these guys). And for once the gfy- theme didn't feel tacky but actually worked for me and gave the story something extra. 3.5 stars
March 5, 2011
so 3.5 stars or so. The best of the series IMO but i skipped number three and completely hated number 2.
this one I like The MC but Chris Faith was an asshole and the MC was pretty stupid. Nothing really happened but the writing was good enough to keep me reading so 3.5 stars
this one I like The MC but Chris Faith was an asshole and the MC was pretty stupid. Nothing really happened but the writing was good enough to keep me reading so 3.5 stars
June 7, 2016
This one was pretty good. I really liked Darien, He reminds me of Cash from the Bend of Break series. The steamy parts were super hot. I never really felt the connection between Darien and Chris though. Lot's of interaction with the characters from previous books.
December 15, 2010
I enjoyed this one, Darien was fun and exciting and Chris and his English accent? Sexxxy!
November 13, 2012
Loved this one too!! Yes these books a like crack for me; total rocker fluff and mostly gfy. This might be my favorite because Chris and his "horse cock" was HOT!
August 7, 2015
3.5 stars. Another entertaining read.
November 3, 2018
After two meh books, book 4 in the Heaven Sent series was back to book 1's level of goodness. I really liked Darien from book 1, and his attraction to Chris Faith was just yum.
January 15, 2019
It’s funny how things change with age I think this one used to be my least favourite book in the series but I really liked it. I think it might be favourite at least so far in my re-read.
July 30, 2010
Darien Hughes, is the drummer for Heaven Sent. He is to date also the only member to not actually have tested his rumored bisexuality. He likes the soft curves of a women. And since everyone else is coupled up and he is always the odd man out, he decides to marry the current soft curvy girl he's with. Which of course doesn't work out. Hell introduces him to his lawyer friend Chris Faith to help oversee the divorce. But strange thing, Darien starts to have feelings for Chris, feelings he would like to act on and so he does. But Chris has been down this road before and he doesn't want to be some stop on Darien's curiosity highway.
I think this relationship just fell flat for me. I don't really get the sense of great attraction from these guys and following this story from Darien's POV did not help. Darien came off as a vapid puppy dog that over used the word cool.
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I mean lines like, That accent was so cool! Darien wanted an accent! or Chris was going to f*ck him into the mattress a dozen times over. How cool was that?! Really? Prior to this book he just seemed like your standard nice guy, but now? It almost felt like. well, all my best friends are guys and they are coupled up so I should be too. Wait I did that wrong, I should be with a guy because all my friends are. That's cool. As a guy that believed himself straight for 28-ish years, the ease that he fell into this relationship was unbelievable. He didn't even blink when he was told he was going to be the bottom. Really. Not even a moment of do I really want this? I mean I think it's great that he wants something and goes after it but he just comes off silly.
I think this relationship just fell flat for me. I don't really get the sense of great attraction from these guys and following this story from Darien's POV did not help. Darien came off as a vapid puppy dog that over used the word cool.
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I mean lines like, That accent was so cool! Darien wanted an accent! or Chris was going to f*ck him into the mattress a dozen times over. How cool was that?! Really? Prior to this book he just seemed like your standard nice guy, but now? It almost felt like. well, all my best friends are guys and they are coupled up so I should be too. Wait I did that wrong, I should be with a guy because all my friends are. That's cool. As a guy that believed himself straight for 28-ish years, the ease that he fell into this relationship was unbelievable. He didn't even blink when he was told he was going to be the bottom. Really. Not even a moment of do I really want this? I mean I think it's great that he wants something and goes after it but he just comes off silly.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 1, 2012
Not at all deep, but fun
Warning: This review might contain what some people consider SPOILERS.
Rating: 7/10
PROS:
- Darien’s loneliness and longing for a mate are well-portrayed, right from page 1.
- Both of the stories in this volume are told from the band members’ perspectives (as opposed to the two stories in the first book, which were from Johnnie and Luc’s partners’ POVs), which gives some insight into the famous characters’ lives. Each story is from the bottom’s POV, which is--again--consistent with yaoi.
- Chris’s pet name for Darien is annoying at first, but as soon as Chris explains it, it’s intimate and sweet.
- I love the constant appearances of the characters from the earlier stories. By the end of this final story, I had a good idea of how close the four-now-five band members really were.
CONS:
- Darien’s decision to try sleeping with a guy seems sudden; we’re not shown much of the thought process that leads to his decision to go for it.
- Chris’s reactions are abrupt at times. He’s shocked and puzzled and resisting one minute, and then the next minute he’s throwing himself into the seduction with everything he has, predatory eyes and “little cat grin” and all.
- Chris does and says some things early on that I took as hints that he was a bit of a Dominant--calling Darien “pet,” being very calm and specific when explaining to Darien exactly what is about to happen to make sure Darien’s sure about having sex, asking Darien to talk to him the first time Darien is being penetrated so Chris knows he’s okay--and then nothing else comes of that. Vanilla sex is not a bad thing; I just felt that I was being set up for a particular development and then was puzzled when it didn’t materialize.
Warning: This review might contain what some people consider SPOILERS.
Rating: 7/10
PROS:
- Darien’s loneliness and longing for a mate are well-portrayed, right from page 1.
- Both of the stories in this volume are told from the band members’ perspectives (as opposed to the two stories in the first book, which were from Johnnie and Luc’s partners’ POVs), which gives some insight into the famous characters’ lives. Each story is from the bottom’s POV, which is--again--consistent with yaoi.
- Chris’s pet name for Darien is annoying at first, but as soon as Chris explains it, it’s intimate and sweet.
- I love the constant appearances of the characters from the earlier stories. By the end of this final story, I had a good idea of how close the four-now-five band members really were.
CONS:
- Darien’s decision to try sleeping with a guy seems sudden; we’re not shown much of the thought process that leads to his decision to go for it.
- Chris’s reactions are abrupt at times. He’s shocked and puzzled and resisting one minute, and then the next minute he’s throwing himself into the seduction with everything he has, predatory eyes and “little cat grin” and all.
- Chris does and says some things early on that I took as hints that he was a bit of a Dominant--calling Darien “pet,” being very calm and specific when explaining to Darien exactly what is about to happen to make sure Darien’s sure about having sex, asking Darien to talk to him the first time Darien is being penetrated so Chris knows he’s okay--and then nothing else comes of that. Vanilla sex is not a bad thing; I just felt that I was being set up for a particular development and then was puzzled when it didn’t materialize.
August 9, 2014
After the disaster that was the Brent/Hell story I had just about given up on this series. Hell was a complete jerk and I was starting to get a little over the whole "bigger than lifeness" (crazy costumes/hair) of the characters. I was also getting tired of every couple struggling with "how can a superstar be in love with me?" That said, I'd already bought Faith so I had to read it AND I'm so GLAD I did!! Darien is probably the most "normal" member of the group. He's struggling with all his friends hooking up and him being the lone man out. Insert a brief marriage with a chick we only see on screen once in the book and you have the perfect excuse to call a lawyer. Chris comes off as competent and sweet. Given his situation, it is perfectly acceptable for him to wary about getting into a relationship with someone like Darien....a guy who seems to whim his way through life. Not exactly a man-child but at the very least lacking in several of the adult sensibilities. All in all I found this story satisfying and the best book in the series in my opinion.
August 29, 2010
All Darien's friends/band mates were pairing up except him, so he got married. A few months later he got divorced. That's how he hooks up with Chris, his divorce attorney. Darien had not been with a man until Chris. His band mates are all gay so he's always been curious.
Of all the books in this series, I do believe this one is my favorite. I've been a fan of Jet Mykles writing since the first time up pick one of her books. I always go into them expecting a nice, light read but end up getting totally engrossed with the story and the characters. This one did not disappoint. It has a balance of erotic sex and plot. (Some erotic novels seem to lack the actual plot.) Watching his confusion and acceptance of his feeling for Chris added to the overall story. Darien is a great guy that you can't help but to want him to get his happily ever after.
Read more of my reviews at Book Obsessed.
Of all the books in this series, I do believe this one is my favorite. I've been a fan of Jet Mykles writing since the first time up pick one of her books. I always go into them expecting a nice, light read but end up getting totally engrossed with the story and the characters. This one did not disappoint. It has a balance of erotic sex and plot. (Some erotic novels seem to lack the actual plot.) Watching his confusion and acceptance of his feeling for Chris added to the overall story. Darien is a great guy that you can't help but to want him to get his happily ever after.
Read more of my reviews at Book Obsessed.
February 18, 2011
I honestly didn't think Jet Mykles would write a five-star for me. And I *really* didn't think it would be the one about Darien, the most annoying and boring band member.
But wow. This really did it. Darien's annoyingness somehow became cute, sexy, and vulnerable. And yeah, hot intellectual guys with glasses who turn out to be super bossy in bed--just about my favorite type. Add in lots of sexual tension, a plausible delay to the two of them getting busy, emotion, and a conflict that felt possible and real--and this is the best of the Heaven Sent books for me. Sure, this is still the cotton candy of m-m romance--fluffy, sweet, ephemeral, fun. But this one had a real emotional pull for me--and it's what's going to get me to buy Genesis. I'm not really into the after-the-hea story...but I would really like to read more about Darien and Chris.
But wow. This really did it. Darien's annoyingness somehow became cute, sexy, and vulnerable. And yeah, hot intellectual guys with glasses who turn out to be super bossy in bed--just about my favorite type. Add in lots of sexual tension, a plausible delay to the two of them getting busy, emotion, and a conflict that felt possible and real--and this is the best of the Heaven Sent books for me. Sure, this is still the cotton candy of m-m romance--fluffy, sweet, ephemeral, fun. But this one had a real emotional pull for me--and it's what's going to get me to buy Genesis. I'm not really into the after-the-hea story...but I would really like to read more about Darien and Chris.
March 12, 2012
I don't know why but this one is my favorite of the series (so far). I really like Darien. He is such a nice person and even though things could be really bad during his divorce, he stays friends with his ex and provides additional support for her to be fair.
I really liked that even though he was going through the divorce, he felt that he was still married and that he should respect that fact until the divorce was final.
I loved Darien's reaction to Chris and the short time it took him to realize that maybe he wanted more from than just a fling. It was a little rocky, but he was able to convince Chris that he was really in the relationship for the long haul... not just an experiment to see what it was like being with a man.
I think I like the humor in Darien a lot. I can almost see the smile in his eyes. Recommended.
I really liked that even though he was going through the divorce, he felt that he was still married and that he should respect that fact until the divorce was final.
I loved Darien's reaction to Chris and the short time it took him to realize that maybe he wanted more from than just a fling. It was a little rocky, but he was able to convince Chris that he was really in the relationship for the long haul... not just an experiment to see what it was like being with a man.
I think I like the humor in Darien a lot. I can almost see the smile in his eyes. Recommended.
October 21, 2014
Darien is one of my favorite characters in this series, he's needs a keeper...
He's the only "straight" man in the band and is starting to wonder why all of his friends are making romantic monogamous relationships with with men when a couple of them are bi-sexual. He is also thinking since he is the last one left single it's time to settle down. So he marries a woman on the spur of the moment, 7 months later she wants a divorce... Enter Chris the lawyer and really good friend of Hell (another band member). Chris has been hurt before so is very gun shy... It was fun watching Darien decide he was attracted to Chris and then set out to seduce him.
This really has been a fun series, I so hope that rest of the books in the series will show up on other list.
He's the only "straight" man in the band and is starting to wonder why all of his friends are making romantic monogamous relationships with with men when a couple of them are bi-sexual. He is also thinking since he is the last one left single it's time to settle down. So he marries a woman on the spur of the moment, 7 months later she wants a divorce... Enter Chris the lawyer and really good friend of Hell (another band member). Chris has been hurt before so is very gun shy... It was fun watching Darien decide he was attracted to Chris and then set out to seduce him.
This really has been a fun series, I so hope that rest of the books in the series will show up on other list.
July 2, 2012
I really liked Darien even if he said one time too often "and wasn't that cool". But I didn't like Chris much - or his charakter wasn't drawn out very much and kept beeing very rudimentary. I thought it could have been a better story if Chris would have provided Darien with a bit more stability (without Darien knowing in the beginningthat this was what he was missing) while Darien provided Chris with a bit more exitement in his life. The way it was written it was all more or less only about Darien.
The "I try a m/m relationship because m/f" didn't work was a bit unbelievable for me. Nevertheless, I liked Darien pretty much, tehrefore still the stars.
The "I try a m/m relationship because m/f" didn't work was a bit unbelievable for me. Nevertheless, I liked Darien pretty much, tehrefore still the stars.
November 15, 2016
Darien is just so refreshingly unafraid to say exactly what's on his mind. He's a delightfully escapist character to get to see the world through.
Some Favorite Quotes:
"You're gorgeous, you know that?"
"Me?"
"Yeah. I want to lick you all over. Let me?"
"Looking is one thing. Touching is entirely different."
"And fucking's even more."
Oh, yeah, the growl was great. He had to make that happen lots.
"You want me to drop to my knees here? You already got 'em all weak and shit."
"Sweet.... On with the barebacking."
Some Favorite Quotes:
"You're gorgeous, you know that?"
"Me?"
"Yeah. I want to lick you all over. Let me?"
"Looking is one thing. Touching is entirely different."
"And fucking's even more."
Oh, yeah, the growl was great. He had to make that happen lots.
"You want me to drop to my knees here? You already got 'em all weak and shit."
"Sweet.... On with the barebacking."
April 6, 2013
Faith is my second favorite book of this series!
There is just something about Darien. I mean, yeah he's all hot and sexy, but it's his brain and the fact that he's pretty darn self-aware that makes him even more yummy. I love all of his thoughts and reactions the first time he and Chris get together. It's wonderful and very liberating! Chris has the whole British accent, sexy put together thing working for him. But, Chris is still struggling with trust from a bad prior relationship.
How can Darien prove to Chris that this is really love and not just experimentation?
There is just something about Darien. I mean, yeah he's all hot and sexy, but it's his brain and the fact that he's pretty darn self-aware that makes him even more yummy. I love all of his thoughts and reactions the first time he and Chris get together. It's wonderful and very liberating! Chris has the whole British accent, sexy put together thing working for him. But, Chris is still struggling with trust from a bad prior relationship.
How can Darien prove to Chris that this is really love and not just experimentation?
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