At thirty-three years old, acclaimed tattoo artist Jasper Hayes has had his heart broken enough, thanks very much. Heβs done with relationships. He has his job and his dogs, and thatβs all he needs. It doesnβt matter if some gorgeous, smooth-talking man comes into the shop and starts courting him like modern day Mister fucking Darcy. The pretty rich guy can go find his Elizabeth somewhere else.
Forty-six year old Konrad Iversen isnβt looking for love either when he walks into Blackwing Tattoo, but from the moment he sees Jasper, he knows thatβs his person. Jasper has a guarded heart but Konrad has known his fair share of heartbreak as well, and heβs nothing if not patient.
Heβll win over that beautiful, feral artist, one way or another.
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Epidermis is third person POV and includes autism rep, grief rep, high heat after a certain point, and the following tropes:
Opposites Attract Age Gap (33 + 46) Forced Proximity Only One Bed Touch Starved MC Green Flag Love Interest Found Family and more!
Asa Violet is a writer of queer stories full of heart and snark. They share a home with five cats, two dogs, and an incredibly supportive partner. When not writing they can usually be found reading a MM romance novel or just trying to be a functional member of society. The reading part is usually successful, at least.