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Wrench Wars #4
Making Waves
A Wrench Wars Story
Best friends since they were teenagers, Ward Kent and Dean Zimmerman work together at Reggie’s garage, where the reality show Wrench Wars is filmed. Outside of work, Dean is a notorious player, and as far as he’s concerned, Ward’s the best wingman ever. Little does he know, Ward is much more interested in the gentlemen than the ladies.
Then Dean’s younger brother, Ash, comes to work at the garage. Ash may be seven years younger, but he’s had a crush on Ward for years, and he’s not shy about going after what he wants.
Admitting his best friend and his brother are gay is one thing. Seeing them together? That’s a bit more than Dean can take, and he’s about to force Ward to make a lose his best friend and his job, or give up Ash forever.
Best friends since they were teenagers, Ward Kent and Dean Zimmerman work together at Reggie’s garage, where the reality show Wrench Wars is filmed. Outside of work, Dean is a notorious player, and as far as he’s concerned, Ward’s the best wingman ever. Little does he know, Ward is much more interested in the gentlemen than the ladies.
Then Dean’s younger brother, Ash, comes to work at the garage. Ash may be seven years younger, but he’s had a crush on Ward for years, and he’s not shy about going after what he wants.
Admitting his best friend and his brother are gay is one thing. Seeing them together? That’s a bit more than Dean can take, and he’s about to force Ward to make a lose his best friend and his job, or give up Ash forever.
76 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 28, 2016
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70 books2,227 followersMarie Sexton lives in Colorado. She’s a fan of just about anything that involves muscular young men piling on top of each other. In particular, she loves the Denver Broncos and enjoys going to the games with her husband. Her imaginary friends often tag along. Marie has one daughter, two cats, and one dog, all of whom seem bent on destroying what remains of her sanity. She loves them anyway.
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August 31, 2016
~3.5~
This is a lightly steamy, low-angst novella that ends with a HFN.
The story takes place at Reggie's garage (Wrenches, Regrets, & Reality Checks) where Chandler and Mark (Last Mechanic Standing) as well as Kasey and Brandon (Normal Enough) work.
I like how the series came full circle, and we got to briefly visit with the couples form the first three books.
Making Waves focuses on Ward and Ash. Ash is Dean's younger brother, and Dean is Ward's best friend. Ash's arrival at the garage is Dean's "big surprise" to Ward.
Ward hasn't seen Ash for years, and the awkward kid he remembers is now a man, and a damn good-looking one at that.
Ash flirts with Ward shamelessly, and Ward genuinely likes Ash. Ash is fun and easygoing, not at all like his controlling brother.
The conflict in this story is Dean. I hated Dean. There, I said it.
Dean is selfish and self-absorbed. He throws a hissy fit when Ash and Ward get together. He's in denial about Ash being gay and about Ward being bi-ish (he prefers men) and about Ash being an ADULT who can make his own decisions.
Besides freakin' Dean, there is no real tension in the story. Maybe because this book is so short, I didn't feel like I really connected with or got to know the MCs. I wanted them to spend more time together. Even their out-of-town trip was summarized, which was a bummer.
Even so, this was an easy, enjoyable read, and a nice end to the series.
This is a lightly steamy, low-angst novella that ends with a HFN.
The story takes place at Reggie's garage (Wrenches, Regrets, & Reality Checks) where Chandler and Mark (Last Mechanic Standing) as well as Kasey and Brandon (Normal Enough) work.
I like how the series came full circle, and we got to briefly visit with the couples form the first three books.
Making Waves focuses on Ward and Ash. Ash is Dean's younger brother, and Dean is Ward's best friend. Ash's arrival at the garage is Dean's "big surprise" to Ward.
Ward hasn't seen Ash for years, and the awkward kid he remembers is now a man, and a damn good-looking one at that.
Ash flirts with Ward shamelessly, and Ward genuinely likes Ash. Ash is fun and easygoing, not at all like his controlling brother.
The conflict in this story is Dean. I hated Dean. There, I said it.
Dean is selfish and self-absorbed. He throws a hissy fit when Ash and Ward get together. He's in denial about Ash being gay and about Ward being bi-ish (he prefers men) and about Ash being an ADULT who can make his own decisions.
Besides freakin' Dean, there is no real tension in the story. Maybe because this book is so short, I didn't feel like I really connected with or got to know the MCs. I wanted them to spend more time together. Even their out-of-town trip was summarized, which was a bummer.
Even so, this was an easy, enjoyable read, and a nice end to the series.
August 30, 2016
3.5 Stars
Making Waves is the 4th book in the Wrench Wars series. All of the books work fine as stand alone, though, so if you haven't read the others, you should still be fine. There is come character crossover, but no plot crossover, so have at it!
Wrench Wars is a TV "reality" show about mechanics being divas. Dean Zimmerman, apparently is the head diva, but unfortunately for everyone, Dean does not keep all his drama on the set. There was exactly one thing I didn't like about Making Waves, and that would be Dean. He was a childish, selfish prick who never listened to anyone. Nope, he assumed if he thought something was cool or fun then everybody else would feel the same. And even when presented with evidence, time and again, that it isn't the case, Dean just goes on his merry way being a childish, selfish prick steamrolling over everyone.
Ward Kent and Dean have been friends for fifteen years. Dean is the closest thing Ward has to family and when they were growing up, Dean was the one who kept him sane and made him feel like he had any family at all. So, Ward feels a fair amount of loyalty toward Dean and has pretty much always let Dean get his way. The always letting Dean get his way is something he comes to regret just a bit when Dean throws the temper tantrum to end all temper tantrums at the thought of Dean and Ash being in a relationship. Keep in mind that Dean and Ward are around 28. Yep, 28 and Dean is still throwing fits. Someone needs a timeout.
Ward, when he sees Ash for the first time in eight years, is completely caught off guard by the fact that Ash is all grown up now. The attraction is instant, even as Ward tries to fight it. And as much as he wants to see Ash as a younger brother, he doesn't, instead seeing Ash as all man. Delicious delicious man.
Ash Zimmerman is Dean's younger brother. Being eight years younger than Dean and Ward meant that when Ash was a kid he completely idolized Dean and Ward, even as he was seriously crushing on Ward. Ash sees a chance to see if that crush could be more and also if feelings might be reciprocated. I thought Ash was pretty mature, overall. Especially when comparing him to his "older" brother. From the looks of things, he got all the 'levelheaded' genes in the family. Ash knows what he wants and he goes for it. He's 22 now, and even though Dean refuses to see that he isn't a child anymore, well Ward doesn't seem to suffer the same affliction and so Ash chooses to pursue Ward, not that it takes a whole lot of effort on Ash's part.
All of the angst and drama came from Dean. Take him out of the story and we'd have a fun, low angst novella with some sexy bits. I kind of wish that would have been what we got. But maybe Dean will take this opportunity to grow up a bit and get a life. Thankfully, I still managed to enjoy Making Waves because I liked Ash and Ward, as well as the other mechanics we encounter from the previous books. Love will find a way, Dean, even if you're holding your breath and stomping your feet.
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ARC of Making Waves was generously provided by the publisher, in exchange for an honest review.
Making Waves is the 4th book in the Wrench Wars series. All of the books work fine as stand alone, though, so if you haven't read the others, you should still be fine. There is come character crossover, but no plot crossover, so have at it!
Wrench Wars is a TV "reality" show about mechanics being divas. Dean Zimmerman, apparently is the head diva, but unfortunately for everyone, Dean does not keep all his drama on the set. There was exactly one thing I didn't like about Making Waves, and that would be Dean. He was a childish, selfish prick who never listened to anyone. Nope, he assumed if he thought something was cool or fun then everybody else would feel the same. And even when presented with evidence, time and again, that it isn't the case, Dean just goes on his merry way being a childish, selfish prick steamrolling over everyone.
Ward Kent and Dean have been friends for fifteen years. Dean is the closest thing Ward has to family and when they were growing up, Dean was the one who kept him sane and made him feel like he had any family at all. So, Ward feels a fair amount of loyalty toward Dean and has pretty much always let Dean get his way. The always letting Dean get his way is something he comes to regret just a bit when Dean throws the temper tantrum to end all temper tantrums at the thought of Dean and Ash being in a relationship. Keep in mind that Dean and Ward are around 28. Yep, 28 and Dean is still throwing fits. Someone needs a timeout.
Ward, when he sees Ash for the first time in eight years, is completely caught off guard by the fact that Ash is all grown up now. The attraction is instant, even as Ward tries to fight it. And as much as he wants to see Ash as a younger brother, he doesn't, instead seeing Ash as all man. Delicious delicious man.
Ash Zimmerman is Dean's younger brother. Being eight years younger than Dean and Ward meant that when Ash was a kid he completely idolized Dean and Ward, even as he was seriously crushing on Ward. Ash sees a chance to see if that crush could be more and also if feelings might be reciprocated. I thought Ash was pretty mature, overall. Especially when comparing him to his "older" brother. From the looks of things, he got all the 'levelheaded' genes in the family. Ash knows what he wants and he goes for it. He's 22 now, and even though Dean refuses to see that he isn't a child anymore, well Ward doesn't seem to suffer the same affliction and so Ash chooses to pursue Ward, not that it takes a whole lot of effort on Ash's part.
All of the angst and drama came from Dean. Take him out of the story and we'd have a fun, low angst novella with some sexy bits. I kind of wish that would have been what we got. But maybe Dean will take this opportunity to grow up a bit and get a life. Thankfully, I still managed to enjoy Making Waves because I liked Ash and Ward, as well as the other mechanics we encounter from the previous books. Love will find a way, Dean, even if you're holding your breath and stomping your feet.
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ARC of Making Waves was generously provided by the publisher, in exchange for an honest review.
September 30, 2016
This is a shout out to all of the younger sibling crushes out there. You know what I’m talking about, the dreamy unobtainable friend of your older brother or sister that frequents your dreams. Ash looked up to both his older brother Dean and his best friend Ward, tagging along whenever he could. But the differences with Ward was he ignited something inside of Ash. He flipped his horny switch when he was first discovering his sexual path and years later he still yearns for the older man. Dean is loud, fairly obnoxious and frankly, a bit of an ass. He means well and luckily for him both his brother and his best friend love him despite his rough edges. When Dean helps Ash score a job at Reggie’s shop he thought life would kick it up a notch. What he never imagined was Ash & Ward hooking up and leaving him in the dust. His first response is to slap down an ultimatum but what if he is one to lose everything?
What's to like: Dean and Ward have been tight ever since they were young boys. Ward was orphaned in high school and lived with Dean until graduation. Ward loves Dean like a brother. They have been a fantastic duo enjoying the high life until recently when the fun began to fade, at least for one of them. Ward has always let Dean take the lead and been content to follow along. However, when Ash comes home all grown up and they explore a mutual attraction he’s prepared to fight for what we wants. And what he wants is Ash. When push comes to shove (literally) he’s prepared to choose love over friendship but he would give anything to have both. The water gets rough but Ward finally knows what’s worth riding the wave for. Making waves can be oh-so-fun.
What's to love: Sexton creates a tricky triangle between the brothers and Ward. They all want each other but in varying degrees. Ash is aggressive with his desires for Ward and the temptation is burning bright on both sides. Ward is reluctant to take things past the point of no return with Ash because he worries about their age difference and Dean’s reaction to them as a couple. Dean has no clue his brother fancies guys and responds poorly when he witnesses it. It’s not that he has a problem with his brother’s sexuality or his best friends for that matter, but he can’t watch them walk into the sunset together…he just can’t. Because if they do, where does that leave him? Sometimes knee jerk reactions are purely selfish and Dean is the expert of thinking only of himself. Will his self-indulgent behavior cost him everything he holds dear? Or can he finally put his loved ones desires above his own? I can confirm that you will be frustrated with Dean but it’s a journey worth taking. Having all of the gang participate in this story was the shining touch. I enjoyed them all before and most definitely together.
Beware of: Temper tantrums and brothers with claws come out to play. Short and sweet and even though it has a solid ending, I was left craving more!
This book is for: Wrench War fans will get more out of it than those readers jumping in here, simply because ALL of the guys are packed in this goodie. It is bursting with testosterone!
3.5 stars
Book UNfunk
What's to like: Dean and Ward have been tight ever since they were young boys. Ward was orphaned in high school and lived with Dean until graduation. Ward loves Dean like a brother. They have been a fantastic duo enjoying the high life until recently when the fun began to fade, at least for one of them. Ward has always let Dean take the lead and been content to follow along. However, when Ash comes home all grown up and they explore a mutual attraction he’s prepared to fight for what we wants. And what he wants is Ash. When push comes to shove (literally) he’s prepared to choose love over friendship but he would give anything to have both. The water gets rough but Ward finally knows what’s worth riding the wave for. Making waves can be oh-so-fun.
What's to love: Sexton creates a tricky triangle between the brothers and Ward. They all want each other but in varying degrees. Ash is aggressive with his desires for Ward and the temptation is burning bright on both sides. Ward is reluctant to take things past the point of no return with Ash because he worries about their age difference and Dean’s reaction to them as a couple. Dean has no clue his brother fancies guys and responds poorly when he witnesses it. It’s not that he has a problem with his brother’s sexuality or his best friends for that matter, but he can’t watch them walk into the sunset together…he just can’t. Because if they do, where does that leave him? Sometimes knee jerk reactions are purely selfish and Dean is the expert of thinking only of himself. Will his self-indulgent behavior cost him everything he holds dear? Or can he finally put his loved ones desires above his own? I can confirm that you will be frustrated with Dean but it’s a journey worth taking. Having all of the gang participate in this story was the shining touch. I enjoyed them all before and most definitely together.
Beware of: Temper tantrums and brothers with claws come out to play. Short and sweet and even though it has a solid ending, I was left craving more!
This book is for: Wrench War fans will get more out of it than those readers jumping in here, simply because ALL of the guys are packed in this goodie. It is bursting with testosterone!
3.5 stars
Book UNfunk
September 29, 2016
2.5 stars
Marie Sexton has written some of my favorite M/M stories, ever… unfortunately, this is not one of them, in my humble opinion. The blurb implies that Dean will play quite a significant role in this novella – unfortunately, it also makes Dean the reason why I spent most of the time reading this FUMING .
In short, Dean is an asshole. He is a jackass to both Ward, who is his best friend, and to Ash, who is his brother. He sabotages Ward’s relationship. He is selfish and self-absorbed. I hated he even has scenes on this novella.
Ward and Ash are okay. I liked that Ward finally calls Dean out on what he is (a jerk). Ash doesn’t immediately gives up their relationship because his brother is a self-centered bastard. But I wish I saw more of Ward and Ash developing their relationship. Instead, those times felt summarized and rushed.
So yeah, this was NOT the best of Marie Sexton. I could probably remember this, but not in a positive way.
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The ARC is provided by the publisher for an exchange of fair and honest review. No high rating is required for any ARC received.
Marie Sexton has written some of my favorite M/M stories, ever… unfortunately, this is not one of them, in my humble opinion. The blurb implies that Dean will play quite a significant role in this novella – unfortunately, it also makes Dean the reason why I spent most of the time reading this FUMING .
In short, Dean is an asshole. He is a jackass to both Ward, who is his best friend, and to Ash, who is his brother. He sabotages Ward’s relationship. He is selfish and self-absorbed. I hated he even has scenes on this novella.
Ward and Ash are okay. I liked that Ward finally calls Dean out on what he is (a jerk). Ash doesn’t immediately gives up their relationship because his brother is a self-centered bastard. But I wish I saw more of Ward and Ash developing their relationship. Instead, those times felt summarized and rushed.
So yeah, this was NOT the best of Marie Sexton. I could probably remember this, but not in a positive way.
A Guest Review for The Blogger Girls
The ARC is provided by the publisher for an exchange of fair and honest review. No high rating is required for any ARC received.
September 22, 2016
Making Waves is the forth addition to the Wrench Wars series. It can be read as a standalone. It was short and fun and a slow-burn romance between two grease monkeys this time.
Ward and Dean have been best friends since they were kids. Dean has his faults but he is the only guy who has supported Ward and gave him the love of a family. Ward has always let Dean get his way but this time when he behaves like an asshole and try to keep him apart from Ash, Ward will not sit back and let Dean steamroll yet another of his relationship.
Ash is Dean’s baby brother. He has always hung out with his brother and his best friend every chance he got. He had a huge crush on Ward growing up. Now after almost 8 years he is back and working with him. His crush is still in place and he is hopeful of starting something with Ward. It does not take a whole lot of effort on his part when Ward is equally interested. But his big brother is the only roadblock between him and Ward as he still treats Ash as a 12 year old who doesn’t know better. But the connection between the lovebirds is strong and they are ready to make some huge “waves” together and get their HEA.
The romance is slow burn with a little steam and a HFN ending. Dean is the only source of angst in the entire story. He is self-absorbed and selfish. In Ward’s words, Dean has “Tunnel Vision”. He sees only what he wants to see. His tantrums and hissy-fits were annoying. But at the end we learn about the reasons behind his stupid actions and though they were not convincing at all, I kinda hated him a little less by the end of the book.
It is a novella so the romance part was very short. The development is detailed a little but the after part was off-page, which was a bummer.
Overall, it was a nice conclusion to this series. This story touched base with all the other couples in the series and I liked reading about them again. It was a nice and fun read.
*This review has been cross posted at GayBookReviews*
Ward and Dean have been best friends since they were kids. Dean has his faults but he is the only guy who has supported Ward and gave him the love of a family. Ward has always let Dean get his way but this time when he behaves like an asshole and try to keep him apart from Ash, Ward will not sit back and let Dean steamroll yet another of his relationship.
Ash is Dean’s baby brother. He has always hung out with his brother and his best friend every chance he got. He had a huge crush on Ward growing up. Now after almost 8 years he is back and working with him. His crush is still in place and he is hopeful of starting something with Ward. It does not take a whole lot of effort on his part when Ward is equally interested. But his big brother is the only roadblock between him and Ward as he still treats Ash as a 12 year old who doesn’t know better. But the connection between the lovebirds is strong and they are ready to make some huge “waves” together and get their HEA.
The romance is slow burn with a little steam and a HFN ending. Dean is the only source of angst in the entire story. He is self-absorbed and selfish. In Ward’s words, Dean has “Tunnel Vision”. He sees only what he wants to see. His tantrums and hissy-fits were annoying. But at the end we learn about the reasons behind his stupid actions and though they were not convincing at all, I kinda hated him a little less by the end of the book.
It is a novella so the romance part was very short. The development is detailed a little but the after part was off-page, which was a bummer.
Overall, it was a nice conclusion to this series. This story touched base with all the other couples in the series and I liked reading about them again. It was a nice and fun read.
*This review has been cross posted at GayBookReviews*
September 18, 2016
3,5 stars
I think there's no secret that 'everyone' hates Dean. Duh.
He's a too clingy friend, I mean, come on...Can't a guy have some 'personal life' without him interfere in the middle?
I like how determined Ash to stick with his 'intention' to date Wade and Wade can finally found out how Dean ruined his personal space according to dating.
He probably only have wade as a friend because it's only wade who can stand him? Or, it's probably in my head that he like Wade more than friend? Shrug. who knows?
The ending has an open possibility about what Dean feel about Wade and him dating Ash.
But I hope Wade can get what he'd been missing so far with Dean as a friend.
Not very happy with Dean still tag along with them in the end.
It's a HFN for Wade and Ash. Not too satisfying.
+Review copy was given by publisher for a fair and unbiased review. No high rating required.*
I think there's no secret that 'everyone' hates Dean. Duh.
He's a too clingy friend, I mean, come on...Can't a guy have some 'personal life' without him interfere in the middle?
I like how determined Ash to stick with his 'intention' to date Wade and Wade can finally found out how Dean ruined his personal space according to dating.
He probably only have wade as a friend because it's only wade who can stand him? Or, it's probably in my head that he like Wade more than friend? Shrug. who knows?
The ending has an open possibility about what Dean feel about Wade and him dating Ash.
But I hope Wade can get what he'd been missing so far with Dean as a friend.
Not very happy with Dean still tag along with them in the end.
It's a HFN for Wade and Ash. Not too satisfying.
+Review copy was given by publisher for a fair and unbiased review. No high rating required.*
September 18, 2016
3.5 Stars
Dean and Ward have been through a lot together, have been best friends for years, and despite Dean being self-absorbed and selfish, he's been there for Ward through a very hard time in his life when he bounced from foster home to foster home. Dean is the brother Ward never had, the one constant in his life. Despite knowing of some relationships Ward has had with men before, Dean refuses to accept or understand that Ward might be gay; he's not an asshole about it, but he prefers to ignore it as long as possible. Until Dean's little brother Ash comes around.
Ash is 7 years younger than Ward and has had a crush on him since he was a teenager; now that he has Ward in his sight again, he does everything he can to show his interest in Ward. Ash is flirtatious, all grown up and not afraid to go after what he wants. Ward's efforts to resist him crumbled under Ash's sensuality and the chemistry between them.
This book would've been relatively drama-free if it wasn't for Dean. Christ that man was such a whiny, annoying, self-absorbed asshole! That selfish prick ruined the whole entire book! I got sick of his tantrums and ultimatums, and the fact that he refused to see his brother is no longer a child and can in fact make his own decisions. Because of this assholes, we got robbed of some sexy times that had real potential.
The ending is a HFN, and that's ok. We also got to see the couples from the previous books, and while Chandler and Mark are still my favorite couple, Ash and Ward are a close second.
Dean and Ward have been through a lot together, have been best friends for years, and despite Dean being self-absorbed and selfish, he's been there for Ward through a very hard time in his life when he bounced from foster home to foster home. Dean is the brother Ward never had, the one constant in his life. Despite knowing of some relationships Ward has had with men before, Dean refuses to accept or understand that Ward might be gay; he's not an asshole about it, but he prefers to ignore it as long as possible. Until Dean's little brother Ash comes around.
Ash is 7 years younger than Ward and has had a crush on him since he was a teenager; now that he has Ward in his sight again, he does everything he can to show his interest in Ward. Ash is flirtatious, all grown up and not afraid to go after what he wants. Ward's efforts to resist him crumbled under Ash's sensuality and the chemistry between them.
This book would've been relatively drama-free if it wasn't for Dean. Christ that man was such a whiny, annoying, self-absorbed asshole! That selfish prick ruined the whole entire book! I got sick of his tantrums and ultimatums, and the fact that he refused to see his brother is no longer a child and can in fact make his own decisions. Because of this assholes, we got robbed of some sexy times that had real potential.
The ending is a HFN, and that's ok. We also got to see the couples from the previous books, and while Chandler and Mark are still my favorite couple, Ash and Ward are a close second.
January 29, 2025
I have so enjoyed each of the installments in the 'Wrench Wars' series revolving around Reggie's garage, the guys who work there, and the reality TV show filmed on site. It's been fun to see L.A. Witt and Marie Sexton's takes on the whole situation as they've written alternating stories within the series.
I had as much trouble understanding how Ward could be best friends with Dean for so many years, as Ash had, and Ash really is Dean's brother. Dean sees everything the way he wants to. No ifs, ands, or buts. He believes what he believes and you can't change his mind. He's arrogant and, in my opinion, selfish in many ways. But Ward grew up in and out of foster homes and Dean has been the one constant in his life. I guess Ward hasn’t found a reason yet to buck Dean and their friendship. Until Ash comes along.
It only takes Ash two weeks of flirting for Ward to open his eyes and see what was in front of him. Unfortunately, Dean isn’t exactly kosher with this whole setup. First, he denies Ash is even gay while Ash is grinding on a guy on the dance floor of a gay club. Second, he refuses to believe that Ward isn’t like him… a complete dog, love 'em and leave 'em type. And third, Dean actually believes he has a say in all of this and that Ward and Ash will simply fall into line. Sigh.
Another very enjoyable addition to the series. A short read that is sweet, sexy, has a little drama, and some hot sex. Just what is needed at the end of a long day!
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
I had as much trouble understanding how Ward could be best friends with Dean for so many years, as Ash had, and Ash really is Dean's brother. Dean sees everything the way he wants to. No ifs, ands, or buts. He believes what he believes and you can't change his mind. He's arrogant and, in my opinion, selfish in many ways. But Ward grew up in and out of foster homes and Dean has been the one constant in his life. I guess Ward hasn’t found a reason yet to buck Dean and their friendship. Until Ash comes along.
It only takes Ash two weeks of flirting for Ward to open his eyes and see what was in front of him. Unfortunately, Dean isn’t exactly kosher with this whole setup. First, he denies Ash is even gay while Ash is grinding on a guy on the dance floor of a gay club. Second, he refuses to believe that Ward isn’t like him… a complete dog, love 'em and leave 'em type. And third, Dean actually believes he has a say in all of this and that Ward and Ash will simply fall into line. Sigh.
Another very enjoyable addition to the series. A short read that is sweet, sexy, has a little drama, and some hot sex. Just what is needed at the end of a long day!
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
April 8, 2020
Tra i quattro volumi della serie questo è quello che ho amato meno. Leggero e piacevole, si, ma decisamente incompleto. Non sappiamo quasi nulla di Ash e l'innamoramento dei due è assente. Ash torna già invaghito di Ward nonostante non lo veda da anni e Ward passa dal non provare nulla ad amarlo solo guardandolo per un paio di giorni. Non so, non mi è sembrata la Sexton di cui spesso mi sono innamorata... è ben scritto, questo si, ma non all'altezza.
July 16, 2022
Voto: 3.5
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3.5 stars
June 29, 2017
3.5 stars
September 26, 2020
Hot, sweet and sexy!
October 2, 2016
Ward Kent thinks of Dean Zimmerman as a brother. Best friends since they were in their teens, Dean's family had given Ward the only stability he'd known as he was shuffled from foster home to foster home. Now they work together at Reggie’s garage. Dean on the reality show Wrench Wars and Ward in the camera free zone.
When Dean’s younger brother, Ash, begins working at the garage, Ward starts to see Ash in a different light. While Ward thought of Ash as a little brother, Ash never saw Ward in that role. He's had a crush on Ward forever. Now he's going for what he's wanted for years, Ward.
But one person isn't happy about Ash and Ward. Dean is a player and always assumed Ward was as well, oblivious to the fact that Ward was the furthest thing from a womanizer. Dean doesn't seem to be able to admit that Ward is into men. So seeing Ward and Ash together infuriates him and suddenly Ward is forced to reevaluate his friendship with Dean and his budding relationship with Ash.
I haven't yet read any of the other books in the series, but I really liked the sound of this particular story so I thought I'd give it a try. I'm very much glad that I did. I enjoyed Making Waves and the idea of Ward falling for his best friend's younger brother.
I really loved the quiet Ward, he was sweet and a tad vulnerable when it came to Ash. He's a great friend, whether or not Dean believes it or not. He deserved to be happy and it made me angry reading how the very selfish Dean treated him after finding out about Ward and Ash. I kept wanting him to just say screw it when it came to Dean, but I understood how hard that would be.
Ward and Ash were good together. The past they shared probably added another layer to everything because they had a strong connection. Ash seriously needed to step out of the little brother role, though. He's a grown man and Dean is treating him like a 14-year-old. It was over the top and pissed me off. I just wanted him to stand up to him.
Overall I really liked Making Waves and would definitely recommend it.
4 Stars!
***A copy of this book was provided by Dreamspinner Press in exchange for an honest and fair review***
When Dean’s younger brother, Ash, begins working at the garage, Ward starts to see Ash in a different light. While Ward thought of Ash as a little brother, Ash never saw Ward in that role. He's had a crush on Ward forever. Now he's going for what he's wanted for years, Ward.
But one person isn't happy about Ash and Ward. Dean is a player and always assumed Ward was as well, oblivious to the fact that Ward was the furthest thing from a womanizer. Dean doesn't seem to be able to admit that Ward is into men. So seeing Ward and Ash together infuriates him and suddenly Ward is forced to reevaluate his friendship with Dean and his budding relationship with Ash.
I haven't yet read any of the other books in the series, but I really liked the sound of this particular story so I thought I'd give it a try. I'm very much glad that I did. I enjoyed Making Waves and the idea of Ward falling for his best friend's younger brother.
I really loved the quiet Ward, he was sweet and a tad vulnerable when it came to Ash. He's a great friend, whether or not Dean believes it or not. He deserved to be happy and it made me angry reading how the very selfish Dean treated him after finding out about Ward and Ash. I kept wanting him to just say screw it when it came to Dean, but I understood how hard that would be.
Ward and Ash were good together. The past they shared probably added another layer to everything because they had a strong connection. Ash seriously needed to step out of the little brother role, though. He's a grown man and Dean is treating him like a 14-year-old. It was over the top and pissed me off. I just wanted him to stand up to him.
Overall I really liked Making Waves and would definitely recommend it.
4 Stars!
***A copy of this book was provided by Dreamspinner Press in exchange for an honest and fair review***
September 19, 2016
I received a copy of this title to read and review for Wicked Reads
4.5 Angsty Stars.
Each short novella in the Wrench wars series is meant to be light yet steamy, romantic reading, for a few hours of escapism from your daily stressors. My rating is reflected in how I rate books against their peers and others in their series, not every book ever written. This is a short novella, which means in so few pages you can't expect the next bestselling epic novel.
Making Waves was exactly as advertised.
I was entertained. I laughed, and blushed, and emotions were elicited in me, and I couldn't ask for more. Well, yes, I could ask for another Marie Sexton installment of the series (please tell me there will be more?!?)
Ward has been best friends with Dean their entire lives, with Dean being the high-maintenance friend who has to always get his way. In walks in Dean's baby brother, Ash, who has always had a mega crush on Ward. *insert angst here*
Making Waves was a quick read that I thoroughly enjoyed- satisfied, yet left wanting more from the series itself. There was less politics when dealing with the reality program in this installment, solely focusing on the tension and romance, which fit into the story nicely.
I'm a big fan of a well-written novella because I don't have a lot of time to immerse myself in a series or long-winded books while I'm writing. Making Waves was exactly what I needed, fitting into my break.
Book and series recommended to fans of Marie Sexton and LA Witt, short stories and novellas, MM romance, and mechanics. If you need more pages, more than one story thread tying a book together, and more detailing, then perhaps this novella may not be for you.
Note: just as with how some books by a specific author are better than another, depending on the reader's mood and tastes, the books in this series are no different. Most have been hits for me but one was a total miss, but overall I've thoroughly enjoyed the series and I hope there are more to come.
4.5 Angsty Stars.
Each short novella in the Wrench wars series is meant to be light yet steamy, romantic reading, for a few hours of escapism from your daily stressors. My rating is reflected in how I rate books against their peers and others in their series, not every book ever written. This is a short novella, which means in so few pages you can't expect the next bestselling epic novel.
Making Waves was exactly as advertised.
I was entertained. I laughed, and blushed, and emotions were elicited in me, and I couldn't ask for more. Well, yes, I could ask for another Marie Sexton installment of the series (please tell me there will be more?!?)
Ward has been best friends with Dean their entire lives, with Dean being the high-maintenance friend who has to always get his way. In walks in Dean's baby brother, Ash, who has always had a mega crush on Ward. *insert angst here*
Making Waves was a quick read that I thoroughly enjoyed- satisfied, yet left wanting more from the series itself. There was less politics when dealing with the reality program in this installment, solely focusing on the tension and romance, which fit into the story nicely.
I'm a big fan of a well-written novella because I don't have a lot of time to immerse myself in a series or long-winded books while I'm writing. Making Waves was exactly what I needed, fitting into my break.
Book and series recommended to fans of Marie Sexton and LA Witt, short stories and novellas, MM romance, and mechanics. If you need more pages, more than one story thread tying a book together, and more detailing, then perhaps this novella may not be for you.
Note: just as with how some books by a specific author are better than another, depending on the reader's mood and tastes, the books in this series are no different. Most have been hits for me but one was a total miss, but overall I've thoroughly enjoyed the series and I hope there are more to come.
July 31, 2017
In questa breve tetralogia, scritta a quattro mani, spetta a Marie Sexton chiudere in bellezza la raccolta di ‘Wrench Wars’ e lo fa con un racconto piacevole che, almeno secondo me, è un po’ più introspettivo e si può dire altresì che il cerchio si chiude perché, oltre all’amore, anche l’amicizia ha un peso notevole in questa storia – com’era stato nel primo volume – anche se per motivi diversi.
Ward e Dean sono migliori amici fin da ragazzini e il loro è un legame così stretto da essere quasi fraterno. Peccato che Dean, però, un fratello ce l’abbia davvero e il piccolo rompiscatole Ash, che un tempo dovevano sopportare e compatire, è adesso un giovane uomo, che finisce per lavorare nella loro stessa officina.
Dean non è cattivo e non è omofobo, ma ha un carattere complicato e, anche se con buone intenzioni, è invadente ed esagerato.
Ward, che ha avuto un’infanzia difficile, lo considera la sua unica famiglia e per questo sopporta sempre le sue bizze. Fino a quando, beh, Ash non rimette in discussione ogni cosa, perché fra lui e Ward l’attrazione è forte e la chimica è potente, non è solo ‘un prurito’ da soddisfare, e forse è proprio questo a mandare fuori di testa Dean e a incrinare i loro rapporti.
Tutti i personaggi nascondono paure, emozioni e sentimenti più profondi di quello che appaiono, ma che vengono disvelati lungo la trama che, pur nella sua brevità, ho apprezzato appieno perché è completa e coerente.
La sensualità non manca, con una punta di dolcezza. Ho amato le comparsate degli altri personaggi che abbiamo conosciuto nei precedenti libri, visto che questo, cronologicamente, è successivo agli altri.
La resa italiana è ben fatta e, punto bonus, l’editing perfetto.
Il mio consiglio è di godervelo, regalandovi un’oretta di piacevole intrattenimento e, se non lo avete ancora fatto, andate a recuperare anche i tre libri precedenti!
Ward e Dean sono migliori amici fin da ragazzini e il loro è un legame così stretto da essere quasi fraterno. Peccato che Dean, però, un fratello ce l’abbia davvero e il piccolo rompiscatole Ash, che un tempo dovevano sopportare e compatire, è adesso un giovane uomo, che finisce per lavorare nella loro stessa officina.
Dean non è cattivo e non è omofobo, ma ha un carattere complicato e, anche se con buone intenzioni, è invadente ed esagerato.
Ward, che ha avuto un’infanzia difficile, lo considera la sua unica famiglia e per questo sopporta sempre le sue bizze. Fino a quando, beh, Ash non rimette in discussione ogni cosa, perché fra lui e Ward l’attrazione è forte e la chimica è potente, non è solo ‘un prurito’ da soddisfare, e forse è proprio questo a mandare fuori di testa Dean e a incrinare i loro rapporti.
Tutti i personaggi nascondono paure, emozioni e sentimenti più profondi di quello che appaiono, ma che vengono disvelati lungo la trama che, pur nella sua brevità, ho apprezzato appieno perché è completa e coerente.
La sensualità non manca, con una punta di dolcezza. Ho amato le comparsate degli altri personaggi che abbiamo conosciuto nei precedenti libri, visto che questo, cronologicamente, è successivo agli altri.
La resa italiana è ben fatta e, punto bonus, l’editing perfetto.
Il mio consiglio è di godervelo, regalandovi un’oretta di piacevole intrattenimento e, se non lo avete ancora fatto, andate a recuperare anche i tre libri precedenti!
September 29, 2016
~~I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads ~~
Wrench Wars is an engaging series of novellas based around a garage reality tv show. They all deal with different pairings, and to an extent the impact of the show on these relationships.
Here we find out why Ward is best friends with the annoying Dean, and just what (or rather who) will test that friendship more than anything Dean has done before.
Ashley has finally grown up and has a chance at getting the one man he has always wanted ... except his brother, Dean does not agree with his choice. As we watch Ash make clear to Ward what he feels, things start to get out of control. Dean is definitely a man used to acting first and thinking later, so his threats will hopefully not destroy that which both men seem to find important. I hope that we get to see more of these two in future installments.
For a short and hot read, with some interesting examples of just how good a friend someone can be, this is highly recommended.
Wrench Wars is an engaging series of novellas based around a garage reality tv show. They all deal with different pairings, and to an extent the impact of the show on these relationships.
Here we find out why Ward is best friends with the annoying Dean, and just what (or rather who) will test that friendship more than anything Dean has done before.
Ashley has finally grown up and has a chance at getting the one man he has always wanted ... except his brother, Dean does not agree with his choice. As we watch Ash make clear to Ward what he feels, things start to get out of control. Dean is definitely a man used to acting first and thinking later, so his threats will hopefully not destroy that which both men seem to find important. I hope that we get to see more of these two in future installments.
For a short and hot read, with some interesting examples of just how good a friend someone can be, this is highly recommended.
October 27, 2016
I loved the banter between ward and Dean. Instantly it felt like they had a long history, one with laughs and bumps along the way. Once Ash gets there though things start to change. Ash is so hard to figure out. His scenes fly by and I really didn’t feel a connection with him. http://thetbrpile.weebly.com/reviews/...
March 31, 2018
“Ward aveva vissuto in sei diverse famiglie affidatarie tra la prima media e il diploma di liceo. Per anni si era sentito sperduto e indesiderato, chiedendosi quale fosse la sua vera casa. La sua unica costante era stato Dean. Magari non era perfetto, ma era un amico fidato, sempre pronto ad ascoltarlo e a riempire i silenzi quando Ward non se la sentiva di parlare. Quante notti aveva trascorso sul divano degli Zimmerman, quante pizze avevano condiviso al tavolo da pranzo, quante ore erano volate via mentre ricostruivano macchine nel giardino sul retro. Erano inseparabili. E ovunque i due andassero, Ash era lì, pochi passi dietro di loro, desideroso di unirsi al duo.”
“Smuovere le acque” è il nuovo capitolo della serie “Wrench ward – Gli assi del motore”. Ci ritroviamo di nuovo nell’officina di Reggie, per sbirciare ancora una volta nelle storie personali dei suoi meccanici. Reggie ha diviso l’officina in due parti: la zona rossa dove ci sono i meccanici che hanno deciso di partecipare al reality, e che perciò lavorano sempre sotto l’occhio delle telecamere, e la “Tana”, dove lavorano i ragazzi che non amano essere ripresi. Ward lavora nella zona off-limits, mentre il suo migliore amico, Dean, è stato convinto a partecipare allo show per poter utilizzare il suo modo offensivo di parlare, e avere così più share fra i telespettatori. I due si conoscono fin da bambini. Dean ha aiutato Ward durante l’adolescenza e il suo pellegrinaggio fra le varie famiglie affidatarie, per questo Ward si è sempre sentito in debito con l’amico e ha sopportato tutti i guai e le “catastrofiche sorprese” che Dean gli riservava. Proprio per quel lunedì, gli è stata annunciata una nuova e meravigliosa sorpresa che lo attende, e questo non può che spaventarlo, ma per una volta la sorpresa è davvero gradita: Ash, il fratello più piccolo di Dean, e che gli somiglia moltissimo, è venuto a vivere con il ragazzo e lavorerà con loro. Ward ne è davvero felice. È sempre andato d’accordo con il piccolo di casa Zimmerman, e Ash è stato anche per lui un fratello minore molto amato. Ma ora, il giovane uomo che si trova davanti, non è più così piccolo, e per giunta non fa nulla per nascondere il fatto che Ward sia sempre stato il suo sogno di adolescente e che non gli dispiacerebbe che diventassero più che amici. Ma Dean, presa coscienza di questo nuovo risvolto, intende far di tutto per dividerli, anche arrivando al punto di minacciare il lavoro di Ward. Può un’amicizia durata tanti anni finire così? E cosa spinge davvero Dean a reagire in questo modo?
Dean e Ward sono agli antipodi: Dean è un incallito dongiovanni e ha sempre usato Ward come spalla durante i suoi corteggiamenti. Ha rifilato a Ward decine di amiche racchie o ostili, che gli impedivano di restare solo con le ragazze che gli piacevano, organizzato appuntamenti a quattro non richiesti, e una volta resosi conto che Ward era bisessuale, lo ha utilizzato per levarsi di torno ragazzi che potevano rappresentare un problema. Ma nonostante questo, non ha mai capito che in realtà, per Ward, fare sesso con una donna non è certo un problema, ma i suoi rapporti seri sono sempre stati solamente con uomini. Ma Dean sembra vedere solo quello che gli fa comodo. Capire che fra Ward e il fratello sembra nascere qualcosa d’importante lo manda su tutte le furie e, ancora una volta, tenta di fare quello che gli è sempre riuscito: fare in modo che l’amico faccia quello che vuole lui, tentando di rovinargli l’ennesimo rapporto che potrebbe diventare davvero importante. Ward ha sempre saputo che Dean ha una dose di grande egoismo dentro di sé. Sembra non riuscire a crescere, le sue storie durano poco più di qualche notte, e se finora ha lasciato che l’amico si intromettesse nella sua vita amorosa è perché si sente in debito con lui. Quando era sballottato da una famiglia affidataria all’altra, Dean è stato il suo punto di riferimento e a casa sua si è sempre sentito accettato. È sempre stato un amico sincero, ma ora, forse per la prima volta, sta chiedendo qualcosa che Ward non è disposto ad accettare. E infine c’è Ash, il ragazzino che voleva sempre stare con loro, che li prendeva a modello e che veniva sempre lasciato indietro dal fratello maggiore, ma non da Ward, che era l’ eroe. Ora, fra tutti, è quello più convinto di ciò che desidera davvero, e fra loro, il più sicuro di sé, disposto ad aspettare a tentare di mediare fra Ward e il fratello, ma non ad arrendersi.
Questa è una serie molto carina, scritta, un libro per uno, da due autrici davvero molto brave nel coordinarsi: L.A. Witt e Marie Sexton. È difficile, infatti, rendersi conto che la serie non è scritta interamente dalla stessa persona: la storia e i personaggi si muovono fluidi, passando da una penna all’altra, e l’unica cosa che le penalizza un po’ è la brevità dei suoi capitoli. Nonostante questo, comunque, i personaggi hanno caratteristiche ben precise, e le loro personalità vengono ben sfruttate per rendere la storia piacevole e interessante: mi piace vedere le coppie dei libri precedenti interagire con i nuovi protagonisti. Non è una serie che presenta trame intricate o particolarmente originali, ma è ben scritta e si legge piacevolmente in poco tempo. Per chi desidera una lettura rilassante.
“Smuovere le acque” è il nuovo capitolo della serie “Wrench ward – Gli assi del motore”. Ci ritroviamo di nuovo nell’officina di Reggie, per sbirciare ancora una volta nelle storie personali dei suoi meccanici. Reggie ha diviso l’officina in due parti: la zona rossa dove ci sono i meccanici che hanno deciso di partecipare al reality, e che perciò lavorano sempre sotto l’occhio delle telecamere, e la “Tana”, dove lavorano i ragazzi che non amano essere ripresi. Ward lavora nella zona off-limits, mentre il suo migliore amico, Dean, è stato convinto a partecipare allo show per poter utilizzare il suo modo offensivo di parlare, e avere così più share fra i telespettatori. I due si conoscono fin da bambini. Dean ha aiutato Ward durante l’adolescenza e il suo pellegrinaggio fra le varie famiglie affidatarie, per questo Ward si è sempre sentito in debito con l’amico e ha sopportato tutti i guai e le “catastrofiche sorprese” che Dean gli riservava. Proprio per quel lunedì, gli è stata annunciata una nuova e meravigliosa sorpresa che lo attende, e questo non può che spaventarlo, ma per una volta la sorpresa è davvero gradita: Ash, il fratello più piccolo di Dean, e che gli somiglia moltissimo, è venuto a vivere con il ragazzo e lavorerà con loro. Ward ne è davvero felice. È sempre andato d’accordo con il piccolo di casa Zimmerman, e Ash è stato anche per lui un fratello minore molto amato. Ma ora, il giovane uomo che si trova davanti, non è più così piccolo, e per giunta non fa nulla per nascondere il fatto che Ward sia sempre stato il suo sogno di adolescente e che non gli dispiacerebbe che diventassero più che amici. Ma Dean, presa coscienza di questo nuovo risvolto, intende far di tutto per dividerli, anche arrivando al punto di minacciare il lavoro di Ward. Può un’amicizia durata tanti anni finire così? E cosa spinge davvero Dean a reagire in questo modo?
Dean e Ward sono agli antipodi: Dean è un incallito dongiovanni e ha sempre usato Ward come spalla durante i suoi corteggiamenti. Ha rifilato a Ward decine di amiche racchie o ostili, che gli impedivano di restare solo con le ragazze che gli piacevano, organizzato appuntamenti a quattro non richiesti, e una volta resosi conto che Ward era bisessuale, lo ha utilizzato per levarsi di torno ragazzi che potevano rappresentare un problema. Ma nonostante questo, non ha mai capito che in realtà, per Ward, fare sesso con una donna non è certo un problema, ma i suoi rapporti seri sono sempre stati solamente con uomini. Ma Dean sembra vedere solo quello che gli fa comodo. Capire che fra Ward e il fratello sembra nascere qualcosa d’importante lo manda su tutte le furie e, ancora una volta, tenta di fare quello che gli è sempre riuscito: fare in modo che l’amico faccia quello che vuole lui, tentando di rovinargli l’ennesimo rapporto che potrebbe diventare davvero importante. Ward ha sempre saputo che Dean ha una dose di grande egoismo dentro di sé. Sembra non riuscire a crescere, le sue storie durano poco più di qualche notte, e se finora ha lasciato che l’amico si intromettesse nella sua vita amorosa è perché si sente in debito con lui. Quando era sballottato da una famiglia affidataria all’altra, Dean è stato il suo punto di riferimento e a casa sua si è sempre sentito accettato. È sempre stato un amico sincero, ma ora, forse per la prima volta, sta chiedendo qualcosa che Ward non è disposto ad accettare. E infine c’è Ash, il ragazzino che voleva sempre stare con loro, che li prendeva a modello e che veniva sempre lasciato indietro dal fratello maggiore, ma non da Ward, che era l’ eroe. Ora, fra tutti, è quello più convinto di ciò che desidera davvero, e fra loro, il più sicuro di sé, disposto ad aspettare a tentare di mediare fra Ward e il fratello, ma non ad arrendersi.
Questa è una serie molto carina, scritta, un libro per uno, da due autrici davvero molto brave nel coordinarsi: L.A. Witt e Marie Sexton. È difficile, infatti, rendersi conto che la serie non è scritta interamente dalla stessa persona: la storia e i personaggi si muovono fluidi, passando da una penna all’altra, e l’unica cosa che le penalizza un po’ è la brevità dei suoi capitoli. Nonostante questo, comunque, i personaggi hanno caratteristiche ben precise, e le loro personalità vengono ben sfruttate per rendere la storia piacevole e interessante: mi piace vedere le coppie dei libri precedenti interagire con i nuovi protagonisti. Non è una serie che presenta trame intricate o particolarmente originali, ma è ben scritta e si legge piacevolmente in poco tempo. Per chi desidera una lettura rilassante.
August 7, 2017
Recensione a cura di Victor per Feel The Book
Siamo giunti all’ultimo capitolo della serie “Wrench Wars”, dopo diverse stagioni tra sudore e telecamere, i nostri meccanici si trovano ancora nell’officina di Reggie.
Veniamo trasportati dalla voce narrante di Ward Kent, uno dei meccanici della “tana” – la zona dove le telecamere non possono accedere. Legato fedelmente dall’amicizia con Dean da sempre.
Dean è molto più appariscente di Ward, ed è per questo che lo show si focalizza molto sulla sua spontaneità senza filtri.
Dopo i continui cambiamenti per via dello show, alla tana deve arrivare un nuovo meccanico, ma nessuno conosce la sua identità. Le postazioni dei veterani sono in fondo, dove ritroviamo Chandler e Kasey.
Ashley è il fratello di Dean, e Ward quando lo vede non crede ai suoi occhi, non si sarebbe mai aspettato che il nuovo meccanico fosse proprio il fratello del suo migliore amico.
Le riprese dello show tengono tutti impegnati e Ash riesce a trascorre del tempo solo con Ward. Ci sono subito scintille tra i due e il gioco tra le scelte sagge da compiere e il piacere si mescolano in un ritmo coinvolgente. I fratelli maggiori hanno la tendenza a proteggere i fratelli minori, ma quando si è accecati da false aspettative è difficile trovare la razionalità di capire delle dinamiche…
È un romanzo coinvolgente e stimolante, dove la seduzione viene messa dietro le quinte di uno show televisivo, ma questo non oscura di certo dei sentimenti così chiari.
Ci sono diverse scene che lasciano con il fiato sospeso e si è lì con gli occhi ad accarezzare le pagine dell’e-reader in attesa di scoprire altro. Inoltre ho amato molto come si ritrovano tutti i personaggi protagonisti nei precedenti romanzi, e ho apprezzato moltissimo la descrizione ‘soltanto’ dal punto di vista di Ward: rende al meglio le dinamiche della narrazione e non ci si perde in altri dettagli dei vari pov narrativi.
La scrittura di Marie Sexton rapisce senza equivoci e soprattutto ha un modo di descrivere le scene con degli schemi molto eleganti e mai banali.
I romanzi brevi sono quelle bellissime boccate d’amore tra un libro e l’altro, e di certo questa serie non avrebbe potuto ottenere un finale migliore. Pur essendo breve non si arriva all’epilogo con la sensazione che le pagine sia volate, esse restano impresse e se c’è qualcosa che resta è sempre l’amore.
Sì, l’amore; quello sopra le parti, quello bello che non deve chiedere il perché delle scelte del cuore.
Gettate ogni logica, perché quando il cuore parla non bisogna ascoltarlo, ma vivere ogni giorno quei sentimenti che lo fanno battere.
Non mi resta che augurarvi una buona lettura e di entrare nella realtà di Ward e Ash.
Editing recensione a cura di Lilith per Feel The Book
Siamo giunti all’ultimo capitolo della serie “Wrench Wars”, dopo diverse stagioni tra sudore e telecamere, i nostri meccanici si trovano ancora nell’officina di Reggie.
Veniamo trasportati dalla voce narrante di Ward Kent, uno dei meccanici della “tana” – la zona dove le telecamere non possono accedere. Legato fedelmente dall’amicizia con Dean da sempre.
Dean è molto più appariscente di Ward, ed è per questo che lo show si focalizza molto sulla sua spontaneità senza filtri.
Dopo i continui cambiamenti per via dello show, alla tana deve arrivare un nuovo meccanico, ma nessuno conosce la sua identità. Le postazioni dei veterani sono in fondo, dove ritroviamo Chandler e Kasey.
Ashley è il fratello di Dean, e Ward quando lo vede non crede ai suoi occhi, non si sarebbe mai aspettato che il nuovo meccanico fosse proprio il fratello del suo migliore amico.
Le riprese dello show tengono tutti impegnati e Ash riesce a trascorre del tempo solo con Ward. Ci sono subito scintille tra i due e il gioco tra le scelte sagge da compiere e il piacere si mescolano in un ritmo coinvolgente. I fratelli maggiori hanno la tendenza a proteggere i fratelli minori, ma quando si è accecati da false aspettative è difficile trovare la razionalità di capire delle dinamiche…
È un romanzo coinvolgente e stimolante, dove la seduzione viene messa dietro le quinte di uno show televisivo, ma questo non oscura di certo dei sentimenti così chiari.
Ci sono diverse scene che lasciano con il fiato sospeso e si è lì con gli occhi ad accarezzare le pagine dell’e-reader in attesa di scoprire altro. Inoltre ho amato molto come si ritrovano tutti i personaggi protagonisti nei precedenti romanzi, e ho apprezzato moltissimo la descrizione ‘soltanto’ dal punto di vista di Ward: rende al meglio le dinamiche della narrazione e non ci si perde in altri dettagli dei vari pov narrativi.
La scrittura di Marie Sexton rapisce senza equivoci e soprattutto ha un modo di descrivere le scene con degli schemi molto eleganti e mai banali.
I romanzi brevi sono quelle bellissime boccate d’amore tra un libro e l’altro, e di certo questa serie non avrebbe potuto ottenere un finale migliore. Pur essendo breve non si arriva all’epilogo con la sensazione che le pagine sia volate, esse restano impresse e se c’è qualcosa che resta è sempre l’amore.
Sì, l’amore; quello sopra le parti, quello bello che non deve chiedere il perché delle scelte del cuore.
Gettate ogni logica, perché quando il cuore parla non bisogna ascoltarlo, ma vivere ogni giorno quei sentimenti che lo fanno battere.
Non mi resta che augurarvi una buona lettura e di entrare nella realtà di Ward e Ash.
Editing recensione a cura di Lilith per Feel The Book
November 26, 2016
Making Waves by Marie Sexton is the fourth book in the Wrench Wars series. I have not read the other books in this series, and I was not lost at all. So I would say this is a stand alone type story.
Ward has always been Dean's best friend. Even if he is a pesky friend that keeps setting him up with women. Ward is not straight, he has just really never had the guts to tell his best friend that yet.
Ash is Dean's little brother. He has always had a huge crush on Ward. Ward would never take advantage of the crush. After all he was his best friend's little brother. Ash though is determined to show Ward he is serious and wants him. He is willing to take the chance on Ward. Even if Dean might not be on board with it.
I do like this story. Ash is a spit fire. He helps Ward take more risks, and see that he will not lose Dean by dating him. Sometimes love is worth risking all for.
Five Shooting Stars
Ward has always been Dean's best friend. Even if he is a pesky friend that keeps setting him up with women. Ward is not straight, he has just really never had the guts to tell his best friend that yet.
Ash is Dean's little brother. He has always had a huge crush on Ward. Ward would never take advantage of the crush. After all he was his best friend's little brother. Ash though is determined to show Ward he is serious and wants him. He is willing to take the chance on Ward. Even if Dean might not be on board with it.
I do like this story. Ash is a spit fire. He helps Ward take more risks, and see that he will not lose Dean by dating him. Sometimes love is worth risking all for.
Five Shooting Stars
February 8, 2023
short and sweet
Short story but one that definitely doesn’t lack for attention grabbing tension, angst, action and steam. Loved how adorable ward and ash were with teasing one another. It was funny watching Ward’s side of kings while he tried to figure out if he was crazy or if ash was hitting on him. Then there came Dean, ash’s brother and Ward’s best friend who blew it all out of the water with his demands ultimatums and issues with them seeing one another. Glad it could all be worked out. Good story.
Short story but one that definitely doesn’t lack for attention grabbing tension, angst, action and steam. Loved how adorable ward and ash were with teasing one another. It was funny watching Ward’s side of kings while he tried to figure out if he was crazy or if ash was hitting on him. Then there came Dean, ash’s brother and Ward’s best friend who blew it all out of the water with his demands ultimatums and issues with them seeing one another. Glad it could all be worked out. Good story.
May 3, 2023
Dean is a hot head, who helps the shop remain successful on their reality show. He gets his little brother a job at the shop, unaware of how much Ash has grown. Ward is Dean's best friend. The two have been through a lot together. He tolerates him at his worst. When he meets Ash, the two click and Dean isn't happy about it. What will it take for Dean to let his best friend and little brother figure out their relationship?
March 27, 2018
The romance felt a bit lacklustre. I didn't buy the attraction. It didn't feel organic.
I usually quite like the set up of multiple writers in the same scenario but this felt too limited and the scenario too implausible.
I usually quite like the set up of multiple writers in the same scenario but this felt too limited and the scenario too implausible.
November 16, 2024
This was an enjoyable short from one of my all-time favorite authors. I like both the MCs, but I can't understand why Ward stayed friends with Dean after he sabotaged Ward's past relationships because of his fears of losing his friendship. I'm glad all turned out well in the end.
March 9, 2025
Cute
Better than I thought it would be. Then wishing there was more of this series. Understanding that this was the perfect stopping point. Author needs to build more cars. That way more sense of a mechanic life would come through
Better than I thought it would be. Then wishing there was more of this series. Understanding that this was the perfect stopping point. Author needs to build more cars. That way more sense of a mechanic life would come through
August 29, 2017
serie molto carina,libro un pò minore ma molto piacevole.
November 4, 2017
Really Short read. Story about 50 pages. 2.5 stars. Was ok. Wouldn't read again, but ok for a once only read.
November 20, 2017
4 stelline scarse
Una lettura scorrevole e piacevole ma non mi ha colpito come gli altri.
Una lettura scorrevole e piacevole ma non mi ha colpito come gli altri.
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