Finding Michael

by Megan Slayer

FROM POPULAR GAY ROMANCE AUTHOR MEGAN SLAYER Going home could be just the thing his muse needs and his heart desires. Tristan Paulson needs the words to return. He loves his career penning novels of small-town love, but his muse has gone missing. Since he can’t write, he goes back to his roots to sort through the items his recently deceased uncle left behind. Once in Sullavan, Ohio, he realizes just how much he loved the place. Then he sees the handsome librarian—Michael is just the kind of guy he’s always wanted. How can he go back to the big city when Sullavan calls to him? Michael Kane wants nothing more than to be surrounded by his books and the written word. He knows heartbreak and isn’t in the mood to put himself out into the dating pool again…until he sees Tristan. He wants to be with Tristan, but he’s too shy. A handsome man like Tristan wouldn’t be interested in someone quiet like Michael…would he?

251 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 20, 2018

About the author

Megan Slayer, aka Wendi Zwaduk, is a multi-published, award-winning author of more than one-hundred short stories and novels. She’s been writing since 2008 and published since 2009. Her stories range from the contemporary and paranormal to LGBTQ and white hot themes. No matter what the length, her works are always hot, but with a lot of heart. She enjoys giving her characters a second chance at love, no matter what the form. She’s been nominated at the LRC for Best Author, Best Contemporary, Best Ménage, Best BDSM and Best Anthology. Her books have made it to the bestseller lists on Amazon.com.
When she’s not writing, Megan spends time with her husband and son as well as three dogs and three cats. She enjoys art, music and racing, but football is her sport of choice. She’s an active member of the Friends of the Keystone-LaGrange Public library. Find out more about Megan and Wendi at: http://wendizwaduk.com/indexMegan.htm Sign up for the newsletter here: http://ymlp.com/xgjmjumygmgj

Reviews

[Angie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received a copy to read and review for Wicked Reads

I am sure I will be in the minority but I wasn't a fan of this book. I couldn't get into the story and I couldn't connect with Tristian or Michael. I put the book down several times and picked it back up over a week hoping I would get into the story but it just didn't happen. I didn't even feel the chemistry between Tristian and Michael which would have helped me get into the story. There is angst and drama so read the trigger warnings.

[Heather York · Rating 4 out of 5]

4-1/2 Stars
When Tristan Paulson finds that inspiration hasn't touched him lately and with a deadline looming overhead he decides its a perfect time to leave New York to go through his late uncle's estate. Michael Kane is happy being surrounded by the books in the library even if he's reluctant to open his heart again. When these two meet, the attraction is obvious but is either man ready or willing to put themselves out there? When Tristan finds inspiration again in his new surroundings and in Michael, will he be able to convince Michael that its worth the risk?

Finding Michael is a lovely read. I can't put it much simpler or sum it up more honestly, its just a lovely read from beginning to end. Don't get me wrong, I wanted to knock some sense into both Tristan and Michael at times but I also wanted to give them a big hug to let them know someone cares. Having lived my entire life in relatively small towns I can certainly understand Michael's feelings of staying in Sullivan and that New York is just not for him so that probably tipped the scales in his favor as to which corner I found myself in more. That's not to say I didn't like Tristan because I loved his determination to make Michael see how great they could be.

I really won't touch on the plot at all but Finding was just the right blend of romance, friendship, drama, and with just a hint of mystery to make it a very satisfying read. Sometimes we find exactly what we need even though we never realized it was missing to begin with and when we find that missing piece everything else just falls into place. This is what Finding Michael is about and Megan Slayer had me hooked from page one. Truthfully, I was sad to see the last page come. Finding Michael has definitely earned a spot on my romance shelf and future re-reads list.

[Mrsgeo · Rating 2 out of 5]

Unlikable MC.

[TJ_Arby · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF 51%, it felt like an early draft of something that had potential

[Timothy Craig · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the storyline wealthy writer meets nerdy librarian by

I totally recommend this book I really enjoyed it I'm not much for writing reviews I just know what I like and don't like.

[WycEd Reader · Rating 3 out of 5]

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Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Angie – ☆☆☆
I am sure I will be in the minority, but I wasn't a fan of this book. I couldn't get into the story and I couldn't connect with Tristian or Michael. I put the book down several times and picked it back up over a week hoping I would get into the story, but it just didn't happen. I didn't even feel the chemistry between Tristian and Michael, which would have helped me get into the story. There is angst and drama, so read the trigger warnings.

Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Finding Michael by Megan Slayer to read and review.