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FROM POPULAR GAY ROMANCE AUTHOR JON KEYS Sam’s self-worth is at a low, between losing a leg in Iraq and the reaction of his recent dates to his disability, but there may be new hope for love. Samuel Oates returned from the war in Iraq missing part of one leg and much of his self-worth. He’s transitioned from his job as medic to becoming a med tech at the regional hospital. While enjoying his usual noontime hobby of watching hot construction workers at the nearby project, he meets someone else who also enjoys the view. Jorge is a middle-aged mystery but seems to be interested in Sam without the complications he keeps experiencing with other men. Later that night, Sam discovers his dream construction worker trolling at the local leather bar. Their hook-up leaves Sam with his typical feeling that he couldn’t ever do any better than a quickie. But the next day, Jorge returns and Sam’s attraction to him grows. Juggling two men and a job he likes, Sam must discover a way to find someone who will meet his needs without feeding his insecurities.
86 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 20, 2018
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March 28, 2018
4-1/2 Stars
Sam hasn't had the easiest time finding romantic acceptance since returning from Irag minus his leg, they're either amputee fetishes or want nothing to do with him. He's found himself fantisizing about one of the construction workers near his place of work but when he has an opportunity to turn fantasy into reality, is the realtiy all he hoped it would be? When Sam meets Jorge over a shared ogling break he's not too keen at first but then the attraction grows. Will Sam finally find happiness or was he right to limit himself to one night stands?
I have to start by saying how much I loved the author's attention to detail when it came to Sam's job as a lab tech at a hospital. My mother got sick when I was ten so you can imagine I've seen her get many blood tests & IVs in the past 34 years and as a hard stick I've certainly seen our fair share of techs who don't listen to her where the best place to try is but there has also been many wonderful ones too. So hearing Sam's inner thoughts about his job and the interaction with the older patient, Pearl, was not only well written but also a breath of fresh air. So for that alone I want to say "thank you" to the author for taking time to show something not often elaborated on in fiction, it's not a huge part of the story but the realism is much appreciated by this reader.
Now for Sam. I just want to wrap him up in bubblewrap and then crush him in a massive bear hug to let him know he's loved and worth so much more than one night stands and quickies. I understand why he feels the way he does but I wish I could erase that thinking from his psyche but I guess its a case of needing to find it out for himself. As for Jorge, he's just lovely. I can't think of a better word to describe him, some might think too good to be true but really he's just plain lovely. I won't touch on Sam's fantasy man, like Sam has to do, you need to read to find what he's all about for yourself.
Construction is a well written tale about finding that special someone but more importantly I think its Sam's journey into finding himself and his own self-worth. Truth is you might even find out a little something about yourself along the way as well as be entertained. This is my first book by Jon Keys and as often when it comes to new authors there is always a hint of trepidation wondering have you found a winner or just a so-so read. Well, I can safely say I have found a new winner to add to my list and I look forward to checking out future books as well as his backlist.
Sam hasn't had the easiest time finding romantic acceptance since returning from Irag minus his leg, they're either amputee fetishes or want nothing to do with him. He's found himself fantisizing about one of the construction workers near his place of work but when he has an opportunity to turn fantasy into reality, is the realtiy all he hoped it would be? When Sam meets Jorge over a shared ogling break he's not too keen at first but then the attraction grows. Will Sam finally find happiness or was he right to limit himself to one night stands?
I have to start by saying how much I loved the author's attention to detail when it came to Sam's job as a lab tech at a hospital. My mother got sick when I was ten so you can imagine I've seen her get many blood tests & IVs in the past 34 years and as a hard stick I've certainly seen our fair share of techs who don't listen to her where the best place to try is but there has also been many wonderful ones too. So hearing Sam's inner thoughts about his job and the interaction with the older patient, Pearl, was not only well written but also a breath of fresh air. So for that alone I want to say "thank you" to the author for taking time to show something not often elaborated on in fiction, it's not a huge part of the story but the realism is much appreciated by this reader.
Now for Sam. I just want to wrap him up in bubblewrap and then crush him in a massive bear hug to let him know he's loved and worth so much more than one night stands and quickies. I understand why he feels the way he does but I wish I could erase that thinking from his psyche but I guess its a case of needing to find it out for himself. As for Jorge, he's just lovely. I can't think of a better word to describe him, some might think too good to be true but really he's just plain lovely. I won't touch on Sam's fantasy man, like Sam has to do, you need to read to find what he's all about for yourself.
Construction is a well written tale about finding that special someone but more importantly I think its Sam's journey into finding himself and his own self-worth. Truth is you might even find out a little something about yourself along the way as well as be entertained. This is my first book by Jon Keys and as often when it comes to new authors there is always a hint of trepidation wondering have you found a winner or just a so-so read. Well, I can safely say I have found a new winner to add to my list and I look forward to checking out future books as well as his backlist.
March 22, 2018
Reviewed by Louisa
Construction by Jon Keys is a fast, easy reading novella. Told from Sam’s point of view, we can see how his time in Iraq and his disability have affected the way he views himself and his ability to find long term love. And of course he goes looking for love in the wrong places.
Sam’s character could have had a lot more development. I feel like we only see the very surface of what’s going on. His disability and the way it is treated by some men and then how he views things with Jorge when they meet and then become an item. I feel like we needed to see how of Sam’s self and not just a brushing glance at the outside. But this is a short book, so maybe that’s the reason.
Jorge was by far my favourite character. He seems determined and while we really don’t get to know him either, I like the way Sam sees him. He is a constant both with his attention to Sam and the way he treats Sam’s missing part of his leg.
The name of the book is interesting. Sam has a series of encounters with a construction worker and Sam meets Jorge while they are watching construction workers. I presume the name is about Sam and Jorge building a relationship. And it works, but I think perhaps when you start the story you are expecting something else. But once I finished the story I liked the name and how it worked into the plot.
Overall I enjoyed this book as a good, light hearted and happy read. It isn’t full of angst or problems and it really suited my mood when I read it.
This book was provided for free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
Construction by Jon Keys is a fast, easy reading novella. Told from Sam’s point of view, we can see how his time in Iraq and his disability have affected the way he views himself and his ability to find long term love. And of course he goes looking for love in the wrong places.
Sam’s character could have had a lot more development. I feel like we only see the very surface of what’s going on. His disability and the way it is treated by some men and then how he views things with Jorge when they meet and then become an item. I feel like we needed to see how of Sam’s self and not just a brushing glance at the outside. But this is a short book, so maybe that’s the reason.
Jorge was by far my favourite character. He seems determined and while we really don’t get to know him either, I like the way Sam sees him. He is a constant both with his attention to Sam and the way he treats Sam’s missing part of his leg.
The name of the book is interesting. Sam has a series of encounters with a construction worker and Sam meets Jorge while they are watching construction workers. I presume the name is about Sam and Jorge building a relationship. And it works, but I think perhaps when you start the story you are expecting something else. But once I finished the story I liked the name and how it worked into the plot.
Overall I enjoyed this book as a good, light hearted and happy read. It isn’t full of angst or problems and it really suited my mood when I read it.
This book was provided for free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
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