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Something in Common
In this collection, explore seven stories of men who don’t think they can possibly be a match… until they discover that sometimes all it takes is a little something in common. From rough starts, to friends hesitating to take that next step, to complete opposites, Talia Carmichael’s series shows the ways that love can conquer many odds.
- GenresM M Romance
887 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 23, 2013
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About the author
Talia Carmichael
60 books192 followersTalia Carmichael is a romantic who believes that family, no matter if it is by blood or those you choose as family, is integral to who you are. She is an author who writes sexy stories in a variety of genres. She believes in creating stories that encompass all that falling in love or lust entails, from the highs of that first blush of attraction to the lows of not knowing if you can make your coming together as a couple work, and then finally to the acceptance of the reality of making a life together. It's all about the journey.
Among her books you'll find contemporary, futuristic, fantasy, and paranormal settings with M/M themes that will have a happily-ever-after. Her books are passionate, intense, and real...to fill the craving.
Among her books you'll find contemporary, futuristic, fantasy, and paranormal settings with M/M themes that will have a happily-ever-after. Her books are passionate, intense, and real...to fill the craving.
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July 19, 2017
I received a copy of this title to read and review for Wicked Reads
DNF = automatic 3 stars
Read 37% of book 1, 23% of book 2, 21% of book 3.
Read as part of the Something in Common bundle.
This is a case of the writing style not for me. I won't go in depth, but the lower rated reviews pretty much voice exactly what my issues are. Sappy, when I need a hefty dose of realism in my books. The dialogue doesn't sound as real people would speak- wooden and stilted. Telling and more telling, instead of showing. Insta-love/lust/HEA. Miscommunication. Silly &/or immature behavior by grown men. An abundance of gay characters, especially within a singular family, as if no other orientations exist.
After trying out 3 books in the bundle, giving each one at least 20%, trying to ascertain whether it was my mood, the individual book's plot, or the author, I've decided the writing style is not for me. While I won't be reading any more books by this author, that doesn't mean you won't enjoy them. We each read differently.
DNF = automatic 3 stars
Read 37% of book 1, 23% of book 2, 21% of book 3.
Read as part of the Something in Common bundle.
This is a case of the writing style not for me. I won't go in depth, but the lower rated reviews pretty much voice exactly what my issues are. Sappy, when I need a hefty dose of realism in my books. The dialogue doesn't sound as real people would speak- wooden and stilted. Telling and more telling, instead of showing. Insta-love/lust/HEA. Miscommunication. Silly &/or immature behavior by grown men. An abundance of gay characters, especially within a singular family, as if no other orientations exist.
After trying out 3 books in the bundle, giving each one at least 20%, trying to ascertain whether it was my mood, the individual book's plot, or the author, I've decided the writing style is not for me. While I won't be reading any more books by this author, that doesn't mean you won't enjoy them. We each read differently.
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For in depth reviews, please check out the individual reviews written for each of the seven books. I will post the star ratings here along with the date of my review here, since I am re-reading the series currently.
My overall rating will be based on the sum of all individual book ratings.
For in depth reviews, please check out the individual reviews written for each of the seven books. I will post the star ratings here along with the date of my review here, since I am re-reading the series currently.
My overall rating will be based on the sum of all individual book ratings.
October 28, 2016
I love a long series with a ton of crossover characters and you definitely get that with this series. This series is rich with interesting characters and great backstory.
Detour: Robert is a geeky professor who gets pulled over by the sexy cop Miguel for running a red light. Miguel is instantly intrigued by the professor and sets out to cross paths with the man on numerous occasions. Robert is completely oblivious to the fact that A, Miguel is gay and B, he's interested in the professor. Apparently subtlety isn't working and once Miguel hits him over the head with it the sparks fly.
Sparks: Bernie is Robert's lab assistant and he has formed an unlikely friendship with Tomas, Miguel's brother. There is quite a big age difference between the two and with Tomas always calling Bernie "Kid" he doesn't think there will ever be anything romantic between them. After a revelation while out dancing one night, Tomas starts to see Bernie in a new way. Now all he has to do is convince Bernie he doesn't see him as an obligation.
Resonate: It was not love at first sight for Gerald and Bur. But is Bernie's brother and a retired rock star. Gerald is a cop that works with Miguel. Gerald has never been attracted to a man before, but there is something about Bur he can't get out of his mind. But Bur is carrying pain from his past and he isn't interested in being anyone's experiment. Gerald will have to use all of his charm to convince Bur to give love a shot.
Irresistible: Harper, Gerald's best friend is still mourning his dead husband two years later. He's trying to move past the pain and pick up the pieces. Del is Bur and Bernie's brother trying to acclimate to raising his two younger brothers on his own. Bur and Bernie are after him to meet new people when his younger brother's scheming puts him right in Harper's path. The two form a tentative friendship trying to navigate a relationship together with two young boys.
Trouble: Alex hasn't dated in the two years since he moved to town. Drowning in a pain he hasn't shared with anyone, even his best friend Robert. Les, knows just how to push Alex's buttons to make him crazy. After some time, Alex realizes he enjoys the verbal sparring with Les. After an unorthodox beginning, Les is determined to make Alex his.
Chances: Theron has spent all of his time working on opening Treble Duo, the center the Jenkins brothers have setup to help abused children. He hasn't had time for anything else until he sees Robert's brother Aristotle. Aristotle is a mountain of a man and has Theron intrigued. No matter how hard Aristotle resists Theron isn't letting go of perfection.
Magnetism: Taggart is a cop who works closely with Treble Duo to ensure some cases don't fall through the cracks. Treble Duo's head of security Rhodes has peaked his interest. Now, he just has to come up with a plan of attack and reel Rhodes in.
This is going up on my list of all time favorite series. I love the diversity in characters, the unique names and the individual stories. Each story was entertaining in its own way and no two were the same.
You always like some characters more than others and I can't tell you how happy I was that after everything Harper went through he got a happy ending.
This is the first book I have read by Talia Carmichael, but it won't be the last. I'm so in love with this group of characters I really hope there are more to come.
Detour: Robert is a geeky professor who gets pulled over by the sexy cop Miguel for running a red light. Miguel is instantly intrigued by the professor and sets out to cross paths with the man on numerous occasions. Robert is completely oblivious to the fact that A, Miguel is gay and B, he's interested in the professor. Apparently subtlety isn't working and once Miguel hits him over the head with it the sparks fly.
Sparks: Bernie is Robert's lab assistant and he has formed an unlikely friendship with Tomas, Miguel's brother. There is quite a big age difference between the two and with Tomas always calling Bernie "Kid" he doesn't think there will ever be anything romantic between them. After a revelation while out dancing one night, Tomas starts to see Bernie in a new way. Now all he has to do is convince Bernie he doesn't see him as an obligation.
Resonate: It was not love at first sight for Gerald and Bur. But is Bernie's brother and a retired rock star. Gerald is a cop that works with Miguel. Gerald has never been attracted to a man before, but there is something about Bur he can't get out of his mind. But Bur is carrying pain from his past and he isn't interested in being anyone's experiment. Gerald will have to use all of his charm to convince Bur to give love a shot.
Irresistible: Harper, Gerald's best friend is still mourning his dead husband two years later. He's trying to move past the pain and pick up the pieces. Del is Bur and Bernie's brother trying to acclimate to raising his two younger brothers on his own. Bur and Bernie are after him to meet new people when his younger brother's scheming puts him right in Harper's path. The two form a tentative friendship trying to navigate a relationship together with two young boys.
Trouble: Alex hasn't dated in the two years since he moved to town. Drowning in a pain he hasn't shared with anyone, even his best friend Robert. Les, knows just how to push Alex's buttons to make him crazy. After some time, Alex realizes he enjoys the verbal sparring with Les. After an unorthodox beginning, Les is determined to make Alex his.
Chances: Theron has spent all of his time working on opening Treble Duo, the center the Jenkins brothers have setup to help abused children. He hasn't had time for anything else until he sees Robert's brother Aristotle. Aristotle is a mountain of a man and has Theron intrigued. No matter how hard Aristotle resists Theron isn't letting go of perfection.
Magnetism: Taggart is a cop who works closely with Treble Duo to ensure some cases don't fall through the cracks. Treble Duo's head of security Rhodes has peaked his interest. Now, he just has to come up with a plan of attack and reel Rhodes in.
This is going up on my list of all time favorite series. I love the diversity in characters, the unique names and the individual stories. Each story was entertaining in its own way and no two were the same.
You always like some characters more than others and I can't tell you how happy I was that after everything Harper went through he got a happy ending.
This is the first book I have read by Talia Carmichael, but it won't be the last. I'm so in love with this group of characters I really hope there are more to come.
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