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Lightning Tales #4
Love Me
Trent Sutton doesn’t ‘do’ monogamy. He spends his days on the road in his truck, and his nights hooking up with anyone who catches his eye. Casual sex, no strings – Trent likes his life just the way it is. He sees what his friend Connor has, but he’s just not interested. Until he meets Aaron, who gets under his skin, into his head, and finally to the spot no one has reached in a long time – Trent’s heart.
Aaron Calder doesn’t ‘do’ casual. After a few health scares and a couple of traumatic relationships, he’s decided that love – and sex – are not for him. He concentrates on his charity fundraising and ignores the offers that come his way. Until he meets Trent, a man whose dictionary does not contain the word ‘monogamous’. He shuts down Trent’s advances and tries to keep away from Costello’s, the gay bar where they first met.
Except Trent is proving hard to resist….
Aaron Calder doesn’t ‘do’ casual. After a few health scares and a couple of traumatic relationships, he’s decided that love – and sex – are not for him. He concentrates on his charity fundraising and ignores the offers that come his way. Until he meets Trent, a man whose dictionary does not contain the word ‘monogamous’. He shuts down Trent’s advances and tries to keep away from Costello’s, the gay bar where they first met.
Except Trent is proving hard to resist….
114 pages, ebook
First published July 8, 2016
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K.C. Wells
160 books1,860 followersK.C. Wells lives on an island off the south coast of the UK, surrounded by natural beauty. She writes about men who love men, and can’t even contemplate a life that doesn’t include writing.
The rainbow rose tattoo on her back with the words 'Love is Love' and 'Love Wins' is her way of hoisting a flag. She plans to be writing about men in love - be it sweet and slow, hot or kinky - for a long while to come.
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And for those who like things a little hotter?
There's KC's alter ego, Tantalus, who writes gay erotica.
The rainbow rose tattoo on her back with the words 'Love is Love' and 'Love Wins' is her way of hoisting a flag. She plans to be writing about men in love - be it sweet and slow, hot or kinky - for a long while to come.
If you want to follow her exploits, you can sign up for her monthly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/cNKHlT
You can stalk – er, find – her in the following places:
E-mail: k.c.wells@btinternet.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KCWellsWorld
Twitter: @K_C_Wells
Website: https://www.kcwellswrites.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/k.c.wells
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/k-c-w...
And for those who like things a little hotter?
There's KC's alter ego, Tantalus, who writes gay erotica.
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July 8, 2016
Love Me is the fourth book in the Lighting Tales series but can be read as a standalone.
Ric and Connor, the MCs from book 2, make an appearance, but they are not integral to the story, which focuses on Trent, a truck driver and unrepentant manwhore, and Aaron, who hasn't been with a man for a decade.
Both men have baggage. Trent has had his heart broken and has sworn off romance. When a hook-up calls him on his shit, Trent gets angry, but the words stay with him. Soon after, he hits on a gorgeous man at his regular watering hole and gets shot down. Whoa. No one rejects Trent. No one.
Aaron is alternately fascinated by and terrified of the sexy man who tried to pick him up. Aaron hasn't stepped foot in a gay bar in ten years, and the last thing he wants is a hook-up.
Aaron recently lost a lot of weight and doesn't think anyone could want him. He's dealt with hurts in the past that have left him anxious and withdrawn. With the help of a therapist, he's dealing with his issues and is brave enough to talk to Trent the next time he sees him.
Aaron and Trent begin a quiet friendship. For the first time, Trent doesn't push a man for sex. This is very much a slow burn story, which is very appropriate for these MCs.
I really loved the tenderness of the sexy times and the way the men come together to help Trent's 18-year-old nephew, whose father and grandfather (Trent's dad) want to send to a gay conversion camp.
The book deals with current political issues, including the propagation of homophobia by religious zealots and the shooting in Orlando. I was not entirely comfortable with the latter, because that hurt is so recent and raw.
The story also begins with an on-page sex scene between Trent and another man. You all know how I feel about that. I'm not saying it's not real; I just don't want to see it.
This is an enjoyable read that tackles some serious topics, which fortunately never overshadow the romance. The HEA is sweet and believable, just the way I like it.
I can't wait for the next book in the series, which I hope will be about Kaden the bartender, who's all kinds of awesome.
Ric and Connor, the MCs from book 2, make an appearance, but they are not integral to the story, which focuses on Trent, a truck driver and unrepentant manwhore, and Aaron, who hasn't been with a man for a decade.
Both men have baggage. Trent has had his heart broken and has sworn off romance. When a hook-up calls him on his shit, Trent gets angry, but the words stay with him. Soon after, he hits on a gorgeous man at his regular watering hole and gets shot down. Whoa. No one rejects Trent. No one.
Aaron is alternately fascinated by and terrified of the sexy man who tried to pick him up. Aaron hasn't stepped foot in a gay bar in ten years, and the last thing he wants is a hook-up.
Aaron recently lost a lot of weight and doesn't think anyone could want him. He's dealt with hurts in the past that have left him anxious and withdrawn. With the help of a therapist, he's dealing with his issues and is brave enough to talk to Trent the next time he sees him.
Aaron and Trent begin a quiet friendship. For the first time, Trent doesn't push a man for sex. This is very much a slow burn story, which is very appropriate for these MCs.
I really loved the tenderness of the sexy times and the way the men come together to help Trent's 18-year-old nephew, whose father and grandfather (Trent's dad) want to send to a gay conversion camp.
The book deals with current political issues, including the propagation of homophobia by religious zealots and the shooting in Orlando. I was not entirely comfortable with the latter, because that hurt is so recent and raw.
The story also begins with an on-page sex scene between Trent and another man. You all know how I feel about that. I'm not saying it's not real; I just don't want to see it.
This is an enjoyable read that tackles some serious topics, which fortunately never overshadow the romance. The HEA is sweet and believable, just the way I like it.
I can't wait for the next book in the series, which I hope will be about Kaden the bartender, who's all kinds of awesome.
July 8, 2016
4.5 stars
Trent has been working his way through every willing man along his trucking route for years. One night stands only. He’s been burned before and he doesn’t need the complications of a relationship. Too bad his latest hook-up wasn’t content to keep his mouth shut as he walked out the door. His advice to Trent has been sticking in the back of his mind since, making him wonder.
Aaron has lost himself after a series of devastating relationships. His guilt and self-image issues had him hiding away as his friends urged him to get help. At the urging of his therapist Aaron has just set foot in a gay bar for the first time in years (it’s been at least 10 years since his last relationship ended). He gets up the nerve to talk to the gorgeous man next to him, but when Trent makes his move Aaron turns him down, not realizing just how unprecedented his move was.
The two soon form a friendship and as Aaron continues to work through his issues with his therapist, he finds Trent to be a good listener and a supportive friend. Trent is also in uncharted waters, desperately wanting a relationship with Aaron, but enjoying their friendship. Of course, they can’t stop pushing the boundaries and wondering "what if" and it results in a super slow burn that suits the story perfectly.
Aaron’s past is unbelievably heartbreaking and what makes it more poignant, if you read the dedication, is that he is based on a real person. Trent is not without his issues either and when his 18 year old nephew Joe comes to him for help, it seems as if the same situation that drove him from his home at a teenager may just be playing out again, but he is determined to do anything he can to help.
The story may be lighter on the sex due to Aaron’s circumstances, but it is not light on the tension and romance. Trent may be the man with all the experience, but he adorably fumbles when trying to court Aaron and I was thrilled every time Aaron took another step forward toward accepting his self-worth and getting what he really wants from himself and from Trent.
You can easily read this as a standalone. Ric and Connor from Trust Me do make an appearance, but this all Trent and Aaron’s story. As the series takes place in and around Orlando, Florida, K.C. Wells necessarily acknowledges the recent tragedy, but doesn’t make it a focus of the story. This was a sweet story that touched on some very serious issues, but the romance and character growth is what really drives it. Of course Trent and Aaron have their happy ending and I thought it fit very well with the rest of their story.
BTW - If you’re like me and your interest was piqued by the little tidbits dropped about the sweet and sexy bartender Kaden, you’ll be glad to know that his story will be next up in the series.
Trent has been working his way through every willing man along his trucking route for years. One night stands only. He’s been burned before and he doesn’t need the complications of a relationship. Too bad his latest hook-up wasn’t content to keep his mouth shut as he walked out the door. His advice to Trent has been sticking in the back of his mind since, making him wonder.
Aaron has lost himself after a series of devastating relationships. His guilt and self-image issues had him hiding away as his friends urged him to get help. At the urging of his therapist Aaron has just set foot in a gay bar for the first time in years (it’s been at least 10 years since his last relationship ended). He gets up the nerve to talk to the gorgeous man next to him, but when Trent makes his move Aaron turns him down, not realizing just how unprecedented his move was.
The two soon form a friendship and as Aaron continues to work through his issues with his therapist, he finds Trent to be a good listener and a supportive friend. Trent is also in uncharted waters, desperately wanting a relationship with Aaron, but enjoying their friendship. Of course, they can’t stop pushing the boundaries and wondering "what if" and it results in a super slow burn that suits the story perfectly.
Aaron’s past is unbelievably heartbreaking and what makes it more poignant, if you read the dedication, is that he is based on a real person. Trent is not without his issues either and when his 18 year old nephew Joe comes to him for help, it seems as if the same situation that drove him from his home at a teenager may just be playing out again, but he is determined to do anything he can to help.
The story may be lighter on the sex due to Aaron’s circumstances, but it is not light on the tension and romance. Trent may be the man with all the experience, but he adorably fumbles when trying to court Aaron and I was thrilled every time Aaron took another step forward toward accepting his self-worth and getting what he really wants from himself and from Trent.
You can easily read this as a standalone. Ric and Connor from Trust Me do make an appearance, but this all Trent and Aaron’s story. As the series takes place in and around Orlando, Florida, K.C. Wells necessarily acknowledges the recent tragedy, but doesn’t make it a focus of the story. This was a sweet story that touched on some very serious issues, but the romance and character growth is what really drives it. Of course Trent and Aaron have their happy ending and I thought it fit very well with the rest of their story.
BTW - If you’re like me and your interest was piqued by the little tidbits dropped about the sweet and sexy bartender Kaden, you’ll be glad to know that his story will be next up in the series.
August 7, 2016
3.5 stars : a sweet and sexy romance from KC Wells, that takes place in Orlando.
Trent and Aaron met in a gay bar and this encounter will change their life upside down. Both have been bruised by past relationships and have dealt differently, one only doing hook ups and the other shying away from any men and believing love and sex are not for him.
They slowly built a friendship, while helping Trent’s nephew coming out to his narrow-minded and religious father. And along the road, Aaron and Trent fell in love, one putting down his fears and the other learning again to care.
A fluffy story when in need of comfort read with a touch of hotness.
Trent and Aaron met in a gay bar and this encounter will change their life upside down. Both have been bruised by past relationships and have dealt differently, one only doing hook ups and the other shying away from any men and believing love and sex are not for him.
They slowly built a friendship, while helping Trent’s nephew coming out to his narrow-minded and religious father. And along the road, Aaron and Trent fell in love, one putting down his fears and the other learning again to care.
A fluffy story when in need of comfort read with a touch of hotness.
April 30, 2021
I think this is my favourite of the series so far, a wonderful friends to lovers story but as is usual with this author (<3), she pulls no punches and as the series is set in Orlando, Florida has set the story just after the Pulse atrocity, and has the characters debating the question of the outdated and insane gun laws in the US and their (non) relevance to today's society. Oh, and let's not forget of course, that perennial favourite... 'Pray the gay away' camps that those well-known religious freaks expect [read force] their kids to attend.
Now let's be perfectly honest here folks, Trent Sutton is a slut. He has his own reasons for his behaviour, and yes we do get to discover what they are but all that changes one night at Costello's, their gay club of choice, when Aaron Calder actually turns down Trent's offer of a quick hook-up. Intrigued, and not a little put out at the refusal, Trent is shocked when Aaron speaks to him a couple of weeks later and decides he likes the man's company enough to consider him a friend (shock, horror!!). Aaron, of course, has an awful history with dating and boyfriends, which means he needs therapy to even contemplate getting together with a guy again (and you'll discover why), and here KC has dedicated the story to her own real-life 'Aaron' around whom she based the story......I'll leave this one here **winks**.
We, coughs *I* desperately need Kaden (sighs) to get his own HEA **pretty please** and I'd love to get a catch-up with Joe and Juan **again, puppy dog eyes** 4.5 stars from me, a very satisfied reader, and yes, even though this is an ARC from the Author, I will be purchasing it as usual!!
July 14, 2016
*3.75*
July 7, 2016
This is, without a doubt, my favourite story in the series so far. While I loved the earlier books, this one stole my heart. Sometimes life throws us such curve balls that we retreat and allow fear to rule our (inter)actions. This is the story of two men finding each other and as a result finding the courage to face their fears, share them, and help each other overcome them.
Aaron *sighs*. From the moment he is introduced to the reader it is clear this man has issues, or maybe I should say ISSUES. He is slow in revealing exactly what is going on with him, both to the reader and to Trent, but when he does his story will break your heart, just as it broke mine. And then, when you realise Aaron’s history wasn’t a product of the author’s amazing imagination but based on fact…well, let’s just say it gives the story a level of poignancy that left me deeply touched and had me thinking about Aaron for days. Have a look at the dedication:
"For the real Aaron.
Thank you for letting me share your story, taking your tragedies and making them Aaron’s.
That you endured them breaks my heart.
That you have come through them to be the strong, resilient man you are today, gives me hope.
You are who you are today due to your own strength and determination, the support of those who love you, and therapy.
And yes, those two men will always be with you, along with others, but you are the stronger for that."
The first impression Trent made wasn’t anywhere near as positive, in fact, for a chapter or so I was seriously worried whether or not I’d be able to like him at all. And then I did. Because Trent has reasons for living his life the way he does, just as Aaron has his. And while Trent’s may not be as dramatic as Aaron’s they are nonetheless valid. And besides, it isn’t long before Trent shows us glimpses of the man he really is—the loving grandson, the supportive uncle, the understanding friend and ultimately, the undemanding lover.
I love books in which characters grow, change, develop, and Aaron and Trent do exactly that as they help each other become the men they were meant to be. On their own they struggled with life, together they discover that having a past doesn’t mean facing a hopeless future. And their journey, both individually and together, from the point where fear rules their actions to the point where they trust each other and themselves enough to hope again, is a thing of wonder and beauty. The process is gradual, almost imperceptible, and all the more spectacular for it. And all through Trent and Aaron’s journey I found myself smiling, blinking back tears, laughing out loud and wanting to hit one or two characters. To say I was emotionally engaged in the journey these two men made, would be a gross understatement.
Yes, this is my favourite Lightning Tale so far. Aaron and Trent will live in my heart for a very long time and I’m so glad that this is not the end of this particular series. I can’t wait for further glimpses of these two men in future instalments. Trust me, if you want a book that’s going to touch you deeply and will leave you uplifted and happy by the time you finish the story, you really want to read Love Me!
Aaron *sighs*. From the moment he is introduced to the reader it is clear this man has issues, or maybe I should say ISSUES. He is slow in revealing exactly what is going on with him, both to the reader and to Trent, but when he does his story will break your heart, just as it broke mine. And then, when you realise Aaron’s history wasn’t a product of the author’s amazing imagination but based on fact…well, let’s just say it gives the story a level of poignancy that left me deeply touched and had me thinking about Aaron for days. Have a look at the dedication:
"For the real Aaron.
Thank you for letting me share your story, taking your tragedies and making them Aaron’s.
That you endured them breaks my heart.
That you have come through them to be the strong, resilient man you are today, gives me hope.
You are who you are today due to your own strength and determination, the support of those who love you, and therapy.
And yes, those two men will always be with you, along with others, but you are the stronger for that."
The first impression Trent made wasn’t anywhere near as positive, in fact, for a chapter or so I was seriously worried whether or not I’d be able to like him at all. And then I did. Because Trent has reasons for living his life the way he does, just as Aaron has his. And while Trent’s may not be as dramatic as Aaron’s they are nonetheless valid. And besides, it isn’t long before Trent shows us glimpses of the man he really is—the loving grandson, the supportive uncle, the understanding friend and ultimately, the undemanding lover.
I love books in which characters grow, change, develop, and Aaron and Trent do exactly that as they help each other become the men they were meant to be. On their own they struggled with life, together they discover that having a past doesn’t mean facing a hopeless future. And their journey, both individually and together, from the point where fear rules their actions to the point where they trust each other and themselves enough to hope again, is a thing of wonder and beauty. The process is gradual, almost imperceptible, and all the more spectacular for it. And all through Trent and Aaron’s journey I found myself smiling, blinking back tears, laughing out loud and wanting to hit one or two characters. To say I was emotionally engaged in the journey these two men made, would be a gross understatement.
Yes, this is my favourite Lightning Tale so far. Aaron and Trent will live in my heart for a very long time and I’m so glad that this is not the end of this particular series. I can’t wait for further glimpses of these two men in future instalments. Trust me, if you want a book that’s going to touch you deeply and will leave you uplifted and happy by the time you finish the story, you really want to read Love Me!
July 11, 2016
I really enjoy this series, especially the most recent two books. These are characters that I want to visit again and again and see them as they move through their lives. I liked Trent when he made his brief appearance in a previous book but I adored him in this one. The care and consideration that he showed to Aaron was beautiful to witness. This particular series is a touch heavy on the familial drama for me, but that is because I detest it real life and I don't like it in books either. That isn't to say that it doesn't fit or make sense, it's just a personal preference and it by no means overshadows the romance or the rest of the story. I can't wait for the next one.
July 10, 2016
Each book of the ‘Lightning Tales’ series has been emotional, touching, and a joy to read; this fourth book is no exception. But Aaron and Trent’s story goes a step further because they are such complicated, multilayered men. They both have painful pasts to overcome, and their relationship slowly builds from a very shaky start. Aaron has issues with allowing himself to fall in love for fear of getting his heart broken yet again, and Trent has massive commitment issues for reasons that only slowly emerge. Seeing these two men deal with their pasts, their fears, and each other was fascinating and very moving.
Trent seems to have his life in order: his job is going well and he is financially secure, he has enough hot men he can hook up with to keep him entertained, and the few real friends he has provide companionship when he needs it. When he runs into Aaron in a gay bar all of that changes. Trent comes on to him, wanting to hook up as usual, but Aaron turns him down. Trent is not used to that, and when they meet again, they start to really communicate. One thing leads to another and soon Trent begins to question his principles.
Aaron is not into casual anything. In fact he has decided that relationships are not for him, sex is not worth the trouble, and he is better off alone. He has been in therapy for years because he wants a life that is a little less lonely, but it is hard work. When he finally manages to set foot in a gay bar and gets propositioned by Trent, he is flustered. When he sees Trent again and they talk, he is interested enough to keep the conversation going.
Both Aaron and Trent have lots to learn about themselves and what they want out of a relationship. After the initial aborted hookup they figure they are better off as friends, but there is too much chemistry between them for that to be a permanent situation. Their slow advances and retreats are the beginning of a beautiful courtship, and they slip into more without even noticing what is going on. Based on their pasts, I think this “sneaking up” on each other is probably the only way this could have worked. It was fascinating to watch and wonderfully satisfying.
If you like friends-to-lovers stories with a twist, if slow-burn romances are your thing, and if you’re looking for a read full of emotional struggles, courage in the face of personal demons, and lots of tender moments, then you will probably like this novel as much as I do.
NOTE: This book was provided by the author for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
Trent seems to have his life in order: his job is going well and he is financially secure, he has enough hot men he can hook up with to keep him entertained, and the few real friends he has provide companionship when he needs it. When he runs into Aaron in a gay bar all of that changes. Trent comes on to him, wanting to hook up as usual, but Aaron turns him down. Trent is not used to that, and when they meet again, they start to really communicate. One thing leads to another and soon Trent begins to question his principles.
Aaron is not into casual anything. In fact he has decided that relationships are not for him, sex is not worth the trouble, and he is better off alone. He has been in therapy for years because he wants a life that is a little less lonely, but it is hard work. When he finally manages to set foot in a gay bar and gets propositioned by Trent, he is flustered. When he sees Trent again and they talk, he is interested enough to keep the conversation going.
Both Aaron and Trent have lots to learn about themselves and what they want out of a relationship. After the initial aborted hookup they figure they are better off as friends, but there is too much chemistry between them for that to be a permanent situation. Their slow advances and retreats are the beginning of a beautiful courtship, and they slip into more without even noticing what is going on. Based on their pasts, I think this “sneaking up” on each other is probably the only way this could have worked. It was fascinating to watch and wonderfully satisfying.
If you like friends-to-lovers stories with a twist, if slow-burn romances are your thing, and if you’re looking for a read full of emotional struggles, courage in the face of personal demons, and lots of tender moments, then you will probably like this novel as much as I do.
NOTE: This book was provided by the author for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
July 11, 2016
REVIEWED FOR PRISM BOOK ALLIANCE
Love Me just became my favourite of the Lightning Tales series so far and it’s all because of Aaron. Actually the writing was good as always and I enjoyed the storyline…but…yeah, Aaron.
Love Me is the story of two men who at first glance are completely different. They both live with a fear that causes them to protect their hearts, their fear is real and it rules their lives and actions. It’s their actions that are in fact different as underneath all the layers of protection they have covered themselves in – they are actually very similar.
Trent Sutton seems to have everything he wants. Trucker by day and a man whore by night works well for him. He doesn’t date, he doesn’t sleep with the same man twice and he definitely doesn’t think about relationships. He is a character that seems detached from life in a lot of ways but then he meets Aaron and gets turned down, probably for the first time in his life, and the whole thing leaves him shaken and stirred.
Aaron, oh lawd Aaron. I can imagine every reader just wants to take him home, wrap him up and tell him things will be ok. This man had ZERO self-confidence yet in reality is so brave. A lot of characters we read about come with baggage from past relationships but this man had enough baggage for a small town – yet still he pushed himself, he still he walked into that bar and then completely overwhelmed he shot down Trent in an instant.
I loved the slow burn in this one. Aaron and Trent become friends and although both secretly hope for more neither man pushes and it makes for some great sexual tension. There is a great cast of secondary characters. They find a common cause in helping Trent’s nephew showing that homophobia is alive and kicking but there is help out there – that’s such an important message.
I think you will like this one folks and KC we NEED Kaden’s story now!
Love Me just became my favourite of the Lightning Tales series so far and it’s all because of Aaron. Actually the writing was good as always and I enjoyed the storyline…but…yeah, Aaron.
Love Me is the story of two men who at first glance are completely different. They both live with a fear that causes them to protect their hearts, their fear is real and it rules their lives and actions. It’s their actions that are in fact different as underneath all the layers of protection they have covered themselves in – they are actually very similar.
Trent Sutton seems to have everything he wants. Trucker by day and a man whore by night works well for him. He doesn’t date, he doesn’t sleep with the same man twice and he definitely doesn’t think about relationships. He is a character that seems detached from life in a lot of ways but then he meets Aaron and gets turned down, probably for the first time in his life, and the whole thing leaves him shaken and stirred.
Aaron, oh lawd Aaron. I can imagine every reader just wants to take him home, wrap him up and tell him things will be ok. This man had ZERO self-confidence yet in reality is so brave. A lot of characters we read about come with baggage from past relationships but this man had enough baggage for a small town – yet still he pushed himself, he still he walked into that bar and then completely overwhelmed he shot down Trent in an instant.
I loved the slow burn in this one. Aaron and Trent become friends and although both secretly hope for more neither man pushes and it makes for some great sexual tension. There is a great cast of secondary characters. They find a common cause in helping Trent’s nephew showing that homophobia is alive and kicking but there is help out there – that’s such an important message.
I think you will like this one folks and KC we NEED Kaden’s story now!
July 7, 2016
I"m a big fan of Kc Wells so each new book holds a lot of anticipation for me and Love Me did not disappoint. On the contrary I was so impressed with this book for many reasons. Firstly, this was personal for the author as mentioned in her dedication and her passion and emotional commitment was evident throughout. In my opinion, this is Kc's best and most genuine work to date and I was totally humbled by the story. Aaron feels he isn't worthy of love or even a physical relationship, while Trent considers himself only good enough to offer a no strings attached fuck and run wherever he finds himself on any given day. The two meet and this book tells their story. It's not a completely original storyline but that's irrelevant as the book focuses on how Aaron and Trent battle to overcome their emotional issues to give themselves a chance of happiness. The back stories are engaging and the support characters are interesting, but it's really the perfect balance of angst, trepidation, anticipation and culmination that kept me hooked from first page to last. The sex isn't overdone but it certainly set my pulse racing, which is always a bonus! This was a very special book and I loved it. Kc Wells has taken her story telling to a whole new level with Love Me.
July 23, 2016
3.5 stars
This book was so sweet it almost gave me cavities. Despite the 3 star rating this book was pretty good, it just didn't make me feel anything other than overdosed on sugar.
This book was so sweet it almost gave me cavities. Despite the 3 star rating this book was pretty good, it just didn't make me feel anything other than overdosed on sugar.
July 18, 2016
I am really enjoying this series. Aaron and Trent's story is a great addition. Love hearing about past couples as well!!
July 13, 2016
(Originally reviewed for Love Bytes Reviews with a copy provided by the publisher / author for an honest review.)
Because this book instilled some major feelings in me personally, I’m breaking my review into two pieces. I’ll start with “The Cons” and tell you what I didn’t like, basically the first 10% of the book. Then I’ll give you “The Pros”, basically the other 90% of the book.
THE CONS:
I’ll be honest, I almost made it a DNF. I hated the opening scene. Full on butt sex in paragraph one was a definite turn off, as was the loathsome character of Trent, who couldn’t even remember the name of the man he was doing. I wasn’t interested in getting to know his character a bit after that section.
Then my biggest complaint. Flash forward ten pages or so in the book, and we get to the part of the book that made me put it down, delete it from my Kindle and tell Dani that I wouldn’t read it. I felt the (what read to me as having been obviously added after the fact) section about the Pulse tragedy was contrived and inappropriate in the story. Yes, I can see that the author was trying to make it current, and a bar in the Orlando area would of course have people talking about the event still. But it hasn’t been a month yet at the time of my reading and writing this review, and the way the piece was written, kind of blaming the poor attendance at the bar on people being afraid, then moving into the two characters being maudlin, then instant switch over to “oh look a hottie just walked in”, was in poor taste in my opinion. I feel the book could easily have left that reference and a couple other small references to the event out and been a better book. Others might disagree, but as a gay male Floridian I didn’t like it. A couple of my close friends had friends killed there that night and it is still too close and too personal.
THE PROS:
Now to the fact that I actually liked the book. I really liked the book. After I got over my anger at the beginning of the book, I went back and read the whole book. I’ll be honest, my expectation was to hate it. But I couldn’t. The book is well written, and I really liked the characters and the storylines that came together in this story. I’ve read and reviewed all the books so far in this series and loved them all, so I shouldn’t have been surprised, but that stuff up there in “The Cons” had thrown me.
Let’s talk about the story. We already know that Trent is a jerk, plain and simple. He treats men like they are a breathing fleshlight. There to use, dump a load, and leave. Never a second date. I liked Dan in the beginning of the book and how he called Trent on his faults, and made Trent start to wake up and look around at the rest of the world.
When Trent is at the bar one night (the scene with the piece above that I hated), the hottie that walks in is Aaron. Aaron has issues. He is seeing a therapist, for reasons we don’t immediately learn, and this is the first time he has been in a gay bar in a decade. Almost immediately, Trent hits on him for a hook-up, but imagine Trent’s surprise when Aaron turns him down. Flat.
The intrigue is on. As the story continues we learn the background of both broken men, and why they are as they are today. It was a good read. I liked it more as I worked my way through the pages. I particularly liked the nephew’s side story, and the events related to him and the rest of Trent’s family. There is a brief visit by some characters from a previous installment in the series, but this book could easily be read as a standalone. I’m hoping we see more of the nephew in later installments.
SUMMARY:
I’m going to recommend this one, even with my strong dislike of the beginning. The other ninety percent of the book would have been a 4.5 stars (“I loved it”) on our rating scale, but because of that ghastly sex beginning on line one and the references to Pulse, I’d give the first 10% a 1.5 stars (“I didn’t Like It / Not for me”). I’m going to blend them , so blended I’m going to call this one a 4.0.
Because this book instilled some major feelings in me personally, I’m breaking my review into two pieces. I’ll start with “The Cons” and tell you what I didn’t like, basically the first 10% of the book. Then I’ll give you “The Pros”, basically the other 90% of the book.
THE CONS:
I’ll be honest, I almost made it a DNF. I hated the opening scene. Full on butt sex in paragraph one was a definite turn off, as was the loathsome character of Trent, who couldn’t even remember the name of the man he was doing. I wasn’t interested in getting to know his character a bit after that section.
Then my biggest complaint. Flash forward ten pages or so in the book, and we get to the part of the book that made me put it down, delete it from my Kindle and tell Dani that I wouldn’t read it. I felt the (what read to me as having been obviously added after the fact) section about the Pulse tragedy was contrived and inappropriate in the story. Yes, I can see that the author was trying to make it current, and a bar in the Orlando area would of course have people talking about the event still. But it hasn’t been a month yet at the time of my reading and writing this review, and the way the piece was written, kind of blaming the poor attendance at the bar on people being afraid, then moving into the two characters being maudlin, then instant switch over to “oh look a hottie just walked in”, was in poor taste in my opinion. I feel the book could easily have left that reference and a couple other small references to the event out and been a better book. Others might disagree, but as a gay male Floridian I didn’t like it. A couple of my close friends had friends killed there that night and it is still too close and too personal.
THE PROS:
Now to the fact that I actually liked the book. I really liked the book. After I got over my anger at the beginning of the book, I went back and read the whole book. I’ll be honest, my expectation was to hate it. But I couldn’t. The book is well written, and I really liked the characters and the storylines that came together in this story. I’ve read and reviewed all the books so far in this series and loved them all, so I shouldn’t have been surprised, but that stuff up there in “The Cons” had thrown me.
Let’s talk about the story. We already know that Trent is a jerk, plain and simple. He treats men like they are a breathing fleshlight. There to use, dump a load, and leave. Never a second date. I liked Dan in the beginning of the book and how he called Trent on his faults, and made Trent start to wake up and look around at the rest of the world.
When Trent is at the bar one night (the scene with the piece above that I hated), the hottie that walks in is Aaron. Aaron has issues. He is seeing a therapist, for reasons we don’t immediately learn, and this is the first time he has been in a gay bar in a decade. Almost immediately, Trent hits on him for a hook-up, but imagine Trent’s surprise when Aaron turns him down. Flat.
The intrigue is on. As the story continues we learn the background of both broken men, and why they are as they are today. It was a good read. I liked it more as I worked my way through the pages. I particularly liked the nephew’s side story, and the events related to him and the rest of Trent’s family. There is a brief visit by some characters from a previous installment in the series, but this book could easily be read as a standalone. I’m hoping we see more of the nephew in later installments.
SUMMARY:
I’m going to recommend this one, even with my strong dislike of the beginning. The other ninety percent of the book would have been a 4.5 stars (“I loved it”) on our rating scale, but because of that ghastly sex beginning on line one and the references to Pulse, I’d give the first 10% a 1.5 stars (“I didn’t Like It / Not for me”). I’m going to blend them , so blended I’m going to call this one a 4.0.
July 11, 2016
Trent is carrying enough baggage in his life that he has committed himself to only one night stands, and definitely just enough time to get off one time. It confuses some of his partners because Trent is fun, handsome, and really knows how to give as much as he gets. But then one of his bed partners tells him what he needed to hear: Trent is going to wind up alone and lonely unless he gets over himself and lets someone into his life.
On the other side of the room is Aaron, who is also damaged and loaded with remorse. His friends care enough to tell him to seek therapy, and it is his therapist, Dr. Tredway, who encourages Aaron to get back on the horse and go to a gay bar. Just step one, go in the door and see if he can stay for a little while.
Aaron gets up enough nerve to talk to Trent and a friendship of sorts begins. Between Dr. Tredway and Trent, Aaron begins to open up, even if only to himself, and gradually takes step two and three. This is the slowest of developing relationships, but it is appropriate to the hurt that both men have inside.
Trent’s nephew Joe comes out to Trent and accidentally to his father, a harsh Baptist minister, who demands that Trent go into pray the gay away therapy and all of the torture that goes along with that. Fortunately, Joe is smart enough to refuse and seeks Trent’s help to escape, but he must go into hiding as his father is a powerful man in their small community.
This is a truly heartbreaking but sweet story as we see the friends work toward becoming lovers and Joe escaping his father’s misguided cruel intentions. While this is the 4th in Ms. Wells’ Lightning Tales series it is actually a standalone novel. Ric and Conner from a previous book in the series make a brief appearance and are the models for what a real loving gay relationship is like, which is important for Aaron and Trent to see. The observer to what is going on is the bartender Kaden, and I am hoping so much for his story next.
This is a plot driven story with very strong characters, typical of Ms. Wells’ writing. I absolutely loved the story and all of the characters and recommend it highly to all lovers of romance. Aaron and his dark past is so beautifully developed because he is based on a real person, which makes it all the more heart-rending to read. Be sure to get a copy today if you haven’t yet read Love Me, and while you are at it you might want to go ahead and pick up the other three books in the series. Delightful, well written, well edited, and an all-around excellent friends to lovers romance. 100 stars if I could give them.
On the other side of the room is Aaron, who is also damaged and loaded with remorse. His friends care enough to tell him to seek therapy, and it is his therapist, Dr. Tredway, who encourages Aaron to get back on the horse and go to a gay bar. Just step one, go in the door and see if he can stay for a little while.
Aaron gets up enough nerve to talk to Trent and a friendship of sorts begins. Between Dr. Tredway and Trent, Aaron begins to open up, even if only to himself, and gradually takes step two and three. This is the slowest of developing relationships, but it is appropriate to the hurt that both men have inside.
Trent’s nephew Joe comes out to Trent and accidentally to his father, a harsh Baptist minister, who demands that Trent go into pray the gay away therapy and all of the torture that goes along with that. Fortunately, Joe is smart enough to refuse and seeks Trent’s help to escape, but he must go into hiding as his father is a powerful man in their small community.
This is a truly heartbreaking but sweet story as we see the friends work toward becoming lovers and Joe escaping his father’s misguided cruel intentions. While this is the 4th in Ms. Wells’ Lightning Tales series it is actually a standalone novel. Ric and Conner from a previous book in the series make a brief appearance and are the models for what a real loving gay relationship is like, which is important for Aaron and Trent to see. The observer to what is going on is the bartender Kaden, and I am hoping so much for his story next.
This is a plot driven story with very strong characters, typical of Ms. Wells’ writing. I absolutely loved the story and all of the characters and recommend it highly to all lovers of romance. Aaron and his dark past is so beautifully developed because he is based on a real person, which makes it all the more heart-rending to read. Be sure to get a copy today if you haven’t yet read Love Me, and while you are at it you might want to go ahead and pick up the other three books in the series. Delightful, well written, well edited, and an all-around excellent friends to lovers romance. 100 stars if I could give them.
May 31, 2017
A honest review of an ARC copy of the book.
A real emotional and powerful story, based on a real person's struggle.
We are introduced to two very different characters, that we learn are dealing with past hurts and pains. Trent and Aaron are quite similar but at the same time very different.
Trent has convinced himself that Casual hook-ups are all he needs, no strings fun, no betrayals and hurt. But then he meets Aaron at the local gay bar.
Aaron has a lot of baggage he is carrying around. Ten years ago he decided that Sex and love were not for him, He thought throwing himself into his charity work would be enough to fill the void. But recently he has been seeing a counsellor and work through his many deep issues. He is finally at the point where he feels able to go to the local gay bar. A major step for Aaron.
Trent comes onto Aaron in his usual casual way, but Is dumbfounded when Aaron turns him down flatly. Little do either of them know that they have made a connection.
Both men are intrigued by one another and decide to be friends, but deep down they both want more. Trent suddenly realises he is not happy and fulfilled with his sex life.
Aaron knows he is attracted to Trent, but how can he have a relationship with someone that does not do commitment.
The story shows us why each character is the way they are at the start of the book and we get to learn of their issues as the story progresses. We also get to see each character grows, trusts and adapts to one another, to find what they both thought they never wanted or could have.
The fact that this book is based on a real life Aaron, makes its impact even more powerful. The story touches so many bases of what so many gay men have to endure, even in 2016.
A real emotional and powerful story, based on a real person's struggle.
We are introduced to two very different characters, that we learn are dealing with past hurts and pains. Trent and Aaron are quite similar but at the same time very different.
Trent has convinced himself that Casual hook-ups are all he needs, no strings fun, no betrayals and hurt. But then he meets Aaron at the local gay bar.
Aaron has a lot of baggage he is carrying around. Ten years ago he decided that Sex and love were not for him, He thought throwing himself into his charity work would be enough to fill the void. But recently he has been seeing a counsellor and work through his many deep issues. He is finally at the point where he feels able to go to the local gay bar. A major step for Aaron.
Trent comes onto Aaron in his usual casual way, but Is dumbfounded when Aaron turns him down flatly. Little do either of them know that they have made a connection.
Both men are intrigued by one another and decide to be friends, but deep down they both want more. Trent suddenly realises he is not happy and fulfilled with his sex life.
Aaron knows he is attracted to Trent, but how can he have a relationship with someone that does not do commitment.
The story shows us why each character is the way they are at the start of the book and we get to learn of their issues as the story progresses. We also get to see each character grows, trusts and adapts to one another, to find what they both thought they never wanted or could have.
The fact that this book is based on a real life Aaron, makes its impact even more powerful. The story touches so many bases of what so many gay men have to endure, even in 2016.
July 9, 2016
Loved this gorgeous story of two very different men who find their best selves in each other. K.C. Wells draws two equally compelling characters, each with the kinds of hurt in his past that rightfully make a man skittish of the future. Through patience and true friendship (and some excellent therapy by Dr. Treadway!), Trent and Aaron learn to trust themselves and each other. Joe's coming-out story creates a perfect prism through which we see the nurturing, and heroic sides of both main characters. Intimacy develops at a natural but satisfying pace, and KC manages to pull off making the reader believe that their first time together is as special as each man's first.
This is a beautiful story of desire, intimacy, and ultimately, redemption. I thoroughly enjoyed every chapter and will highly recommend this book to my friends.
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This is a beautiful story of desire, intimacy, and ultimately, redemption. I thoroughly enjoyed every chapter and will highly recommend this book to my friends.
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July 9, 2016
really enjoyed this one, I give it 4.25 stars. It sucked me in and I didn't want to set it down until I was done. While part of a series, it can be read as a standalone.
It was so easy to feel for Aaron before you even knew his history. I wanted to bundle him up and find him someone to love and care for him, to convince him that he was worthy. Once you learn his history, you realize just how strong he is.
Trent is damaged as well. He's been hurt too many times in the past, so he avoids relationships. What happens when the guy who does nothing but hookups finally meets a guy who turns him down? You have to read it to find out.
I have enjoyed all of the Lightning Tales, but this is the first one that I didn't want to end. These characters were so multidimensional and rich that I wanted to stay with them longer and watch them grow even more.
*I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an unbiased, honest review*
It was so easy to feel for Aaron before you even knew his history. I wanted to bundle him up and find him someone to love and care for him, to convince him that he was worthy. Once you learn his history, you realize just how strong he is.
Trent is damaged as well. He's been hurt too many times in the past, so he avoids relationships. What happens when the guy who does nothing but hookups finally meets a guy who turns him down? You have to read it to find out.
I have enjoyed all of the Lightning Tales, but this is the first one that I didn't want to end. These characters were so multidimensional and rich that I wanted to stay with them longer and watch them grow even more.
*I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an unbiased, honest review*
October 4, 2016
4.5
I loved the slow build from friends to lovers. While some may wish for a bit faster pace I thought it suited the characters of two damaged men. I thought the careful way they took each step made perfect sense.
It was by turns emotional and humorous. The laughs were carefully chosen in a way that only enhanced the serious issues that were dealt with.
The ending was absolutely perfect.
I loved the slow build from friends to lovers. While some may wish for a bit faster pace I thought it suited the characters of two damaged men. I thought the careful way they took each step made perfect sense.
It was by turns emotional and humorous. The laughs were carefully chosen in a way that only enhanced the serious issues that were dealt with.
The ending was absolutely perfect.
August 31, 2016
Overall good story. Aaron and Brent have both had tough times in their past. Together they get past these and build a great relationship. Loved Abi and Joe!
September 1, 2016
Another cracking good book
Loved this one so much.
Aaron and Trent were a wonderful pairing and seeing the change in Trent as he slowly fell in love so sweet.
Loved this one so much.
Aaron and Trent were a wonderful pairing and seeing the change in Trent as he slowly fell in love so sweet.
August 3, 2016
GAH! Aaron broke my heart. Poor guy. Enjoyed Trent and Aaron's story.
October 21, 2016
To be fair, fans of this author will like this one as well. The two men are great characters with interesting histories that makes for a strong story idea when all put together. Their romance and dialogue was a bit more sugary than the previous books in the series, but probably not enough to turn off most readers.
For me though, I was thrown out of the book early on by awkward and unexpected references to the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. There is certainly a place for the topic in this genre, especially in a series based in Orlando, but I didn't feel like it was handled well at all. It seemed rushed and tacked on, and not only because this book was published just weeks after the incident. Being as honest as possible, including Pulse in this book did nothing to further Trent and Aaron's story, and came across feeling opportunistic. Now, given a little time and stronger, more integral on-page support for the plot point, Pulse could have been an amazing concept to wrap a romance book around. Kaden's, for example, seeing as how he works in a gay nightclub.
And probably because I was already off balance with the story, I felt that the politics and religion elements in the story were jarring as well as another case of cardboard parents. I almost put the book down for good several times.
But really, not everyone will agree with me about the things mentioned above, and for those readers there are many things to like. While I didn't connect with the book, I did appreciate Trent and Aaron's backstories. I thought they were very interesting, especially Aaron's unique experiences, and especially after reading in the book's dedication that Aaron's story was inspired by a real person who obviously means a great deal to the author. I liked that he was seeing a therapist and it was added to the story. I liked Trent's nephew Joe and his addition to the story. And I loved that the couple met in the middle to make their own rules instead of just going with the flow. It allowed them to re-evaluate what they wanted.
So, I'm going to go middle of the road on this book. My issues with the story could be argued to be more personal than anything the author did wrong. It's unlikely I will continue with the series, but like I said, others will probably not have as big a problem as me and will like this one if they liked the other. .
For me though, I was thrown out of the book early on by awkward and unexpected references to the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. There is certainly a place for the topic in this genre, especially in a series based in Orlando, but I didn't feel like it was handled well at all. It seemed rushed and tacked on, and not only because this book was published just weeks after the incident. Being as honest as possible, including Pulse in this book did nothing to further Trent and Aaron's story, and came across feeling opportunistic. Now, given a little time and stronger, more integral on-page support for the plot point, Pulse could have been an amazing concept to wrap a romance book around. Kaden's, for example, seeing as how he works in a gay nightclub.
And probably because I was already off balance with the story, I felt that the politics and religion elements in the story were jarring as well as another case of cardboard parents. I almost put the book down for good several times.
But really, not everyone will agree with me about the things mentioned above, and for those readers there are many things to like. While I didn't connect with the book, I did appreciate Trent and Aaron's backstories. I thought they were very interesting, especially Aaron's unique experiences, and especially after reading in the book's dedication that Aaron's story was inspired by a real person who obviously means a great deal to the author. I liked that he was seeing a therapist and it was added to the story. I liked Trent's nephew Joe and his addition to the story. And I loved that the couple met in the middle to make their own rules instead of just going with the flow. It allowed them to re-evaluate what they wanted.
So, I'm going to go middle of the road on this book. My issues with the story could be argued to be more personal than anything the author did wrong. It's unlikely I will continue with the series, but like I said, others will probably not have as big a problem as me and will like this one if they liked the other. .
November 11, 2020
Lives Up to the Cover
Truck driver Trent, in the foreground, and corporate lawyer Aaron, in the background, could not be more different in every respect besides looks. Trent is a player, never hooking up with the same man more than once, and Aaron is a recluse, having not dated or had sex in 10 years.
Both of them have reasons that are slowly teased out in a book which takes place in suburban Orlando, Florida following the horrifying massacre of LGBTQ people at the Pulse club. How's that for perspective?
As it turns out, Trent and Aaron meet somewhat cutely, form a very loose bond, and drift in and out of each other's space. Somewhere along the line they become friends which is a far as each other them wants to go--while self-flagellating every step of the way.
Fortunately, this book is written by K.C. Wells, and she knows exactly how to puncture these kinds of balloons, which she has done in previous parts of this series. In this one each man has one person who spurs him on, and in Trent's case one person to save from possible disaster.
Thus, the plot line is richer than it could have been and that was plenty good enough for me.
Truck driver Trent, in the foreground, and corporate lawyer Aaron, in the background, could not be more different in every respect besides looks. Trent is a player, never hooking up with the same man more than once, and Aaron is a recluse, having not dated or had sex in 10 years.
Both of them have reasons that are slowly teased out in a book which takes place in suburban Orlando, Florida following the horrifying massacre of LGBTQ people at the Pulse club. How's that for perspective?
As it turns out, Trent and Aaron meet somewhat cutely, form a very loose bond, and drift in and out of each other's space. Somewhere along the line they become friends which is a far as each other them wants to go--while self-flagellating every step of the way.
Fortunately, this book is written by K.C. Wells, and she knows exactly how to puncture these kinds of balloons, which she has done in previous parts of this series. In this one each man has one person who spurs him on, and in Trent's case one person to save from possible disaster.
Thus, the plot line is richer than it could have been and that was plenty good enough for me.
January 14, 2020
Der 4. Band ist für mich persönlich der beste der Reihe, denn er hat all das, was ich bei seinen Vorgängern vermisst habe.
Mit der Geschichte um Trent und Aaron lässt sich die Autorin endlich mal wieder mehr Zeit und gibt beiden den Raum, den sie auch brauchen, um sich zu entwickeln und vor allem, um eine langsame Beziehung zueinander aufzubauen, denn sie sind gebrannte Kinder, was das angeht, und dementsprechend vorsichtig.
Dazu kommt eine Hintergrundgeschichte, die Spaß macht und auch ein bisschen Drama bietet, sehr sympathische Nebencharaktere und ein Wiedersehen mit den Charakteren aus den Vorgängenbänden, was mich sehr gefreut hat.
Es ist einfach eine wunderschöne Story, die ich definitiv nicht zum letzten Mal gelesen habe.
Mit der Geschichte um Trent und Aaron lässt sich die Autorin endlich mal wieder mehr Zeit und gibt beiden den Raum, den sie auch brauchen, um sich zu entwickeln und vor allem, um eine langsame Beziehung zueinander aufzubauen, denn sie sind gebrannte Kinder, was das angeht, und dementsprechend vorsichtig.
Dazu kommt eine Hintergrundgeschichte, die Spaß macht und auch ein bisschen Drama bietet, sehr sympathische Nebencharaktere und ein Wiedersehen mit den Charakteren aus den Vorgängenbänden, was mich sehr gefreut hat.
Es ist einfach eine wunderschöne Story, die ich definitiv nicht zum letzten Mal gelesen habe.
April 1, 2019
...die Geschichte von Aaron und Trent ist einfach toll! Viele Gefühl, viele heiße Szenen. Vertrauen, Verlust, Angst... und am Ende Liebe 💕
Liest sich super und ist absolut empfehlenswert!
Liest sich super und ist absolut empfehlenswert!
April 4, 2022
I absolutely love this book ❤️
January 23, 2020
3,5*
PLEASE READ MY RATING SYSTEM!!!
To my ratings:
A 3,5* is clicked with a 4* but in review marked as 3,5*:
5* - very very good and rare (it would be a Blow-Away-book like ‘Jesse's Smile’ or ‘Joey’ from Angelique Jurd, ‘Save the the kids’ series
from EM Leya, ‘Love’s Tethered Heart’ from C.L. Etta or ‘Liberty’ from Seth King),
it's like an A+
4* - very good and will be often reread and is a WOW-book with interesting plot and surprises (like most of Andrew Grey books and Davidson Kings 'Haven Hart'-series)
it's like an A
3,5* - a really good book, which will be reread a few times (most romances where you can enjoy for relaxing and during waiting times in
hospitals). I can recommend them definitively!
It's like an B+
3* - it could be more then a one-time-reader (2-3 times a year),
it's like a B
2* - it was ok to read, but it's more a one-time-reader (I wouldn't recommend it heartily, but it was ok)
It's like a C-, D
1* - sorry, but that isn't really a book for me (too many mistakes, not nice plot, illogical, so an absolute NO-GO). It's like failure in the
whole line, dismissed, repeat the class
PLEASE READ MY RATING SYSTEM!!!
To my ratings:
A 3,5* is clicked with a 4* but in review marked as 3,5*:
5* - very very good and rare (it would be a Blow-Away-book like ‘Jesse's Smile’ or ‘Joey’ from Angelique Jurd, ‘Save the the kids’ series
from EM Leya, ‘Love’s Tethered Heart’ from C.L. Etta or ‘Liberty’ from Seth King),
it's like an A+
4* - very good and will be often reread and is a WOW-book with interesting plot and surprises (like most of Andrew Grey books and Davidson Kings 'Haven Hart'-series)
it's like an A
3,5* - a really good book, which will be reread a few times (most romances where you can enjoy for relaxing and during waiting times in
hospitals). I can recommend them definitively!
It's like an B+
3* - it could be more then a one-time-reader (2-3 times a year),
it's like a B
2* - it was ok to read, but it's more a one-time-reader (I wouldn't recommend it heartily, but it was ok)
It's like a C-, D
1* - sorry, but that isn't really a book for me (too many mistakes, not nice plot, illogical, so an absolute NO-GO). It's like failure in the
whole line, dismissed, repeat the class
July 8, 2016
I love K.C. Wells stories.
This is one of my favorite in this series.
This is a friends to lovers story.
Loved Aaron and Trent. Another great character is Trent's grandmother Abbi.
I hope we get more books in this series!
This is one of my favorite in this series.
This is a friends to lovers story.
Loved Aaron and Trent. Another great character is Trent's grandmother Abbi.
I hope we get more books in this series!
December 10, 2016
*Kindle Unlimited
Best one of the series!
Best one of the series!
April 29, 2017
This is the 4th book in the series and continues with all the feels, overcoming past baggage, taking a step outside your comfort zone and putting trust in the future.
Trent is a loner, truck driver and only after quick hook ups, no repeats. Aaron is also a loner, lawyer and 10 years later, still struggling to get over two horrific events from his late teens. They meet, but don't get off on the right foot initially and it takes the walls to drop on both sides for a slow burn friends to lovers to occur.
It tackles a number of heavy and recent topics and also the fact that "Aaron" was based on a real life made it at times a little overwhelming that this was not only just "fiction".
The story finishes on a strong HFN and I have to admit I was a little disappointed there wasn't an epilogue, it was sweet, but just felt a little " unfinished".
Hoping that there are more books to come, Kaden needs a story!!
Trent is a loner, truck driver and only after quick hook ups, no repeats. Aaron is also a loner, lawyer and 10 years later, still struggling to get over two horrific events from his late teens. They meet, but don't get off on the right foot initially and it takes the walls to drop on both sides for a slow burn friends to lovers to occur.
It tackles a number of heavy and recent topics and also the fact that "Aaron" was based on a real life made it at times a little overwhelming that this was not only just "fiction".
The story finishes on a strong HFN and I have to admit I was a little disappointed there wasn't an epilogue, it was sweet, but just felt a little " unfinished".
Hoping that there are more books to come, Kaden needs a story!!
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