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Where the World Ends
While searching for a stolen vehicle, Sheriff's Deputy Will Cooper gets lost and meets Colin Sharp who’s a member of the local Native American tribe. The two are attracted to one another but after a run-in with some tribe teenagers that ends in bad blood between the sheriff’s department, Will, and Colin’s father, the two can’t think of worse people to get involved with. With a lawsuit against Will, insecurities from Will's past, and Colin's commitment-phobia, Colin and Will must face the reality that they have no future. But after running into each other in a more neutral environment, they decide to throw caution to the wind and get each other out of their systems. What was supposed to be one night turns into an affair that neither sees having a happy outcome. Will's been hurt by falling for the wrong man before and Colin's family may not be able to accept Will and the system they think he represents. Can they put aside the troubles of the world and their own hangups to make a stand for love? (60,000 words. 2nd Edition, revised, expanded, and re-edited)
196 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 11, 2014
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Kade Boehme
37 books1,045 followersKade Boehme is the epitome of dorkdom, only watching TV when Rachel Maddow or one of his sports teams is on. Most of his free time is spent dancing, arguing politics or with his nose in a book. He is also a hardcore Britney Spears fangirl and has an addiction to glitter.
It was after writing a short story about boys who loved each other for a less than reputable adult website that he found his true calling, and hopefully a bit more class. He hopes to write about all the romance that he personally finds himself allergic to but that others can fall in love with. He maintains that life is real and the stories should be, as well.
It was after writing a short story about boys who loved each other for a less than reputable adult website that he found his true calling, and hopefully a bit more class. He hopes to write about all the romance that he personally finds himself allergic to but that others can fall in love with. He maintains that life is real and the stories should be, as well.
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September 6, 2016
3.75 hot and heavy stars
One hot cop
PLUS
One Native American do-gooder
EQUALS
oodles ofgood, clean fun SPARKS, SIZZLES, AND CUM
This book deals with racial tension between whites and Native Americans in a small Washington town (so small, that the highway, and civilization, end there).
Will, a laid-back cop with a bit of a secret past, gets caught up in a web of lies created by two teen boys and fueled by a Tribal lawyer out for blood and money.
Colin is a youth counselor for the Tribe and has an unfortunate asshole for a father. Colin's dad doesn't really care that he's gay; he just doesn't want him dating a white guy.
Too bad for Colin's dad because Will and Colin
BURN
and eventually get it on hot and heavy, face cum shots (oh yeah) and all, despite being on opposing ends of an investigation that questions Will's ethics and threatens his job.
Minor annoyances: The conflict with Colin's dad seemed to fizzle out, and I wanted to find out more about Chris after his confession. I also could have done without Colin being wishy-washy at the end; that went on way too long for me, and I don't like months and months of skipped time.
Overall, this book was short but felt complete. And when that HEA came, it was well earned.
And JUST BECAUSE, *guilty shrug*, well, MORE cops, cause one is never enough.
One hot cop
PLUS
One Native American do-gooder
EQUALS
oodles of
This book deals with racial tension between whites and Native Americans in a small Washington town (so small, that the highway, and civilization, end there).
Will, a laid-back cop with a bit of a secret past, gets caught up in a web of lies created by two teen boys and fueled by a Tribal lawyer out for blood and money.
Colin is a youth counselor for the Tribe and has an unfortunate asshole for a father. Colin's dad doesn't really care that he's gay; he just doesn't want him dating a white guy.
Too bad for Colin's dad because Will and Colin
BURN
and eventually get it on hot and heavy, face cum shots (oh yeah) and all, despite being on opposing ends of an investigation that questions Will's ethics and threatens his job.
Minor annoyances: The conflict with Colin's dad seemed to fizzle out, and I wanted to find out more about Chris after his confession. I also could have done without Colin being wishy-washy at the end; that went on way too long for me, and I don't like months and months of skipped time.
Overall, this book was short but felt complete. And when that HEA came, it was well earned.
And JUST BECAUSE, *guilty shrug*, well, MORE cops, cause one is never enough.
March 19, 2014
4.5 Stars!
Another Kade Boehme winner!!
Loved Will and Colin!
So after a bad break-up Will finds himself where the world ends...also known as some weird ass name, Washington. Will is a deputy for the local police department which borders a reservation (I think). And 95% of that reservation are a bunch of racist morons.
Colin's father is the leader of the pack. Colin and Will meet while Will is out investigating a call on a stolen vehicle, involving some kids from the reservation. Will gets lost and it appears Colin is the only guy in town willing to help the white guy.
They try to avoid each other but once Will and Colin realize they are both gay it's game on. But because of Colin's dad and the whole not liking white people thing, Will has to be his dirty little secret.
Which is all fine and dandy...because the sex is THAT hot..
But when Will is betrayed by Colin and the tribe, will Colin take a stand and support Will? Will Colin fight for the feelings that are happening between them and tell his dad to go to hell?
Really enjoyed this one....Will bless his heart, was so darn sweet. I just wanted to hug him.
And let me just tell you....ladies (and gents) this one was a SCORCHER!
Another Kade Boehme winner!!
Loved Will and Colin!
So after a bad break-up Will finds himself where the world ends...also known as some weird ass name, Washington. Will is a deputy for the local police department which borders a reservation (I think). And 95% of that reservation are a bunch of racist morons.
Colin's father is the leader of the pack. Colin and Will meet while Will is out investigating a call on a stolen vehicle, involving some kids from the reservation. Will gets lost and it appears Colin is the only guy in town willing to help the white guy.
They try to avoid each other but once Will and Colin realize they are both gay it's game on. But because of Colin's dad and the whole not liking white people thing, Will has to be his dirty little secret.
Which is all fine and dandy...because the sex is THAT hot..
But when Will is betrayed by Colin and the tribe, will Colin take a stand and support Will? Will Colin fight for the feelings that are happening between them and tell his dad to go to hell?
Really enjoyed this one....Will bless his heart, was so darn sweet. I just wanted to hug him.
And let me just tell you....ladies (and gents) this one was a SCORCHER!
July 20, 2016
This book is fanfuckentastic! I ignored life today to read this book. It consumed me. Where the World Ends is the story of Will and Colin. Will, is the new caucasian Deputy Sheriff in Northwest Washington. Colin, is a Native American man, who's father has a deep seeded hatred of whites. From the start sparks fly between Will and Colin but because of unforseen events that take place and the mistrust some of the tribesmen have towards whites, any relationship between the two seems impossible.
This books has everything I love in a story: romance, angst, sex, and character development. The author also handled the topic of racism in a realistic matter. The relationship between the two main characters flowed nicely- it never felt forced. The sex-
Smutastic.
All in all an awesome, awesome book. If you've read Kade Boehme's stories before and haven't read this one: hurry up! If you haven't read his stories before: what are you waiting for?! You're seriously missing out! :) 5 stars!!! ♥
March 13, 2014
Kade my man, you're on a roll!! 4.5 stars from me, loved this one.
Shortie review, loads of books to read and not enough time to review them all in. Loved the dynamics between Will and Colin once they'd gotten over their mistrust of each other, the fact that Colin wanted to help his people on the reservation but wouldn't do it at the expense of Will's good name and job. Will was put in an impossible situation by Colin's father, the reservation attorney and his own boss at the police station, but it took one very brave boy to retract his lies and admit to being sexually abused by his own brother for Will's story to finally be believed.
Bigots obviously come in all shapes, sizes, colours and nationalities. Colin's father was one of the worst I've read about in quite some time....did he care that his son was gay, no he didn't but was it OK for his 30 year old son to date a white guy...absolutely NOT!! He went ballistic!!
Shortie review, loads of books to read and not enough time to review them all in. Loved the dynamics between Will and Colin once they'd gotten over their mistrust of each other, the fact that Colin wanted to help his people on the reservation but wouldn't do it at the expense of Will's good name and job. Will was put in an impossible situation by Colin's father, the reservation attorney and his own boss at the police station, but it took one very brave boy to retract his lies and admit to being sexually abused by his own brother for Will's story to finally be believed.
Bigots obviously come in all shapes, sizes, colours and nationalities. Colin's father was one of the worst I've read about in quite some time....did he care that his son was gay, no he didn't but was it OK for his 30 year old son to date a white guy...absolutely NOT!! He went ballistic!!
March 20, 2014
*** 3.5 stars ***
This book had strong, likable characters, palpable tension and blisteringly hot sex scenes (facial cum shots - yeah, buddy!), but I found that it lost momentum in the last third of the book and not all of the conflicts were resolved in way that I found personally satisfying (to each their own, though!).
This book had strong, likable characters, palpable tension and blisteringly hot sex scenes (facial cum shots - yeah, buddy!), but I found that it lost momentum in the last third of the book and not all of the conflicts were resolved in way that I found personally satisfying (to each their own, though!).
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May 18, 2019
3.8 Stars
I was all set to DNF this book when the first few chapters made it seem like the tribe members/leaders were shifty and reactionary, blaming everything and anything on anyone white for no reason other than because the trope would drive the plot.
That is SO not the case though, as we learn in bits and pieces. I can't speak from experience as this is not something I have any frame of reference for, but the book seemed to have a very balanced approach and didn't sugar-coat the privilege of the white character (examined by the white character, actually) even when he was accused of the most heinous of crimes and sued.
The ending wasn't rushed, it wasn't perfect, it wasn't all neatly wrapped up - it was messy and I loved it. Especially how long it took the MCs . And how the racism and possible corruption was to be addressed. (I can't believe that sheriff stayed elected given all the lawsuits against the county were won by the tribe; that money comes from taxes! Of course, if there's anything I've learned in the last 2 years is that people don't always vote in their best interest...and racists come from all levels of social strata.)
I was all set to DNF this book when the first few chapters made it seem like the tribe members/leaders were shifty and reactionary, blaming everything and anything on anyone white for no reason other than because the trope would drive the plot.
That is SO not the case though, as we learn in bits and pieces. I can't speak from experience as this is not something I have any frame of reference for, but the book seemed to have a very balanced approach and didn't sugar-coat the privilege of the white character (examined by the white character, actually) even when he was accused of the most heinous of crimes and sued.
The ending wasn't rushed, it wasn't perfect, it wasn't all neatly wrapped up - it was messy and I loved it. Especially how long it took the MCs . And how the racism and possible corruption was to be addressed. (I can't believe that sheriff stayed elected given all the lawsuits against the county were won by the tribe; that money comes from taxes! Of course, if there's anything I've learned in the last 2 years is that people don't always vote in their best interest...and racists come from all levels of social strata.)
March 24, 2014
This was my first full length Kade Boehme book and I was not disappointed. The story of Will, the new white sheriff's deputy and Colin, a native american counselor who returned to his home after college to work with the children of the reservation, has a lot of emotion and some smoking hot sex scenes.
The characters were well written. Will is lost, lonely and hurting after being betrayed by his long term lover and leaving his job and home. Colin is caught between wanting to help the youth of the reservation and dealing with his father's over the top bigotry toward anyone who is white. Both men try to deny their attraction, knowing that a relationship would be dangerous as tensions between the sheriff's department and the people of Colin's tribe are on the rise with Deputy Will their latest target. When one night of sex to get it out of their systems turns into something more, it is tempered by the fact that underneath what they feel for each other, both men know that it is likely only a matter of time before things will turn ugly.
I enjoyed watching the relationship play out and really felt the tension underlying the story. There were some ugly parts, especially Colin's father and his blindness to what his attitude was doing to his family, but that only made me root more for the two men to pull it together.
The characters were well written. Will is lost, lonely and hurting after being betrayed by his long term lover and leaving his job and home. Colin is caught between wanting to help the youth of the reservation and dealing with his father's over the top bigotry toward anyone who is white. Both men try to deny their attraction, knowing that a relationship would be dangerous as tensions between the sheriff's department and the people of Colin's tribe are on the rise with Deputy Will their latest target. When one night of sex to get it out of their systems turns into something more, it is tempered by the fact that underneath what they feel for each other, both men know that it is likely only a matter of time before things will turn ugly.
I enjoyed watching the relationship play out and really felt the tension underlying the story. There were some ugly parts, especially Colin's father and his blindness to what his attitude was doing to his family, but that only made me root more for the two men to pull it together.
March 12, 2014
In short, two words: Loved it. This is a story about two men, Will and Colin, who come from two different worlds. Will is a Sheriffs Deputy, and Colin is a Native American from the small town where Will is stationed. They couldn't be more wrong for each other from that standpoint. Yet these two meet, and a spark is lit. The setting for this book is beautiful, albeit stressful. It not-so-gently reminds you that yes, small town prejudices really do exist, and it’s not easy to deal with or change or even survive in one. Some injustices are allowed. This realism is one of the things I always appreciate about Kade’s books. I even Googled a map of northwest Washington just so I could have the mental picture of the locations as Kade described them. There are some real angsty moments in this book where my heart was in my throat. I really loved these two characters, especially Will, and I was anxious for them to stay strong throughout all the crap and craziness that was thrown at them. As you will learn, things haven’t been that easy for Will and he deserves sunshine. But I also appreciate that he doesn't let himself get walked on, either. He does his thing, he does the right things, and you’ll just have to read the book to find out how it turns out.
April 8, 2014
I enjoyed this short read but couldn't really connect with either Colin or Will. They weren't really strong main characters in my opinion. This one registered high on the angst meter.
April 28, 2016
The building relationship between the two MC's was most enjoyable here. The first half of the book dealt mainly with our hot cop Will and our hot counselor Colin who happens to be Native American. These two fogged up a room with their steam. Excellent! Then we get to the second half of the book which veers off in directions that get a little too easy to explain away with a paragraph or two. I suppose my main stickler were the allegations made against Will and how it was handled. Also, the familial sexual abuse perpetrated by an unsavory character and how the interaction between the authorities and the victim, a juvenile, was handled. In 'real life' it would never, ever have played out the way it did. That bugged me. I know because I deal with these occurrences all the time in my job. Unfortunately.
Once that plot line is resolved things settle down and Colin moves away to a different job which didn't make much sense to me in the outcome of their relationship. I thought that was weird. It messed with the flow, again.
These two finally come together in the end. The HEA came too easy after the long separation. It would have been more realistic to go their separate ways. No fun in that I suppose.
Once that plot line is resolved things settle down and Colin moves away to a different job which didn't make much sense to me in the outcome of their relationship. I thought that was weird. It messed with the flow, again.
These two finally come together in the end. The HEA came too easy after the long separation. It would have been more realistic to go their separate ways. No fun in that I suppose.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 29, 2017
3 to 3.5 sweet stars. A quick and easy read. Will and Colin are surrounded by lies, deception, and prejudice. But both men are strong, and determined to deal with the problems they face . Their kindness and generosity of spirit helps them transcend the negativity that surrounds them. Sweet guys, sweet story.....sigh.......
March 14, 2014
In this new book Kade Boehme has shown some major growth as an author. His literary voice has matured right along with his subject matter. This book hits on some very touchy subjects, but they are handled very well and very honestly. From some stressful family dynamics to outright racism Kade has covered the entire spectrum. These two characters were wonderful and watching their growth toghether was, in the end, just down right fun. I loved the fact that Colin's trust in Will allowed him to do things he swore he NEVER would and Will found the strength to demand what he deserves instead of what everyone else just wants to give him.
I have said it before and I will say it again; Kade Boehme has matured as an author and this is some of the best work of his career. I simply cannot wait to see what he has in store for us next. I cannot recommend this enough. Really, you need to rush on out and buy this one, you won't be disappointed.
I have said it before and I will say it again; Kade Boehme has matured as an author and this is some of the best work of his career. I simply cannot wait to see what he has in store for us next. I cannot recommend this enough. Really, you need to rush on out and buy this one, you won't be disappointed.
June 1, 2020
Rating: 3.5 stars
Overall, a good book. I just wish I felt better about the ending and the way the conflict was resolved.
Overall, a good book. I just wish I felt better about the ending and the way the conflict was resolved.
February 3, 2018
I love Kade's books and writing, and I adore this cover. The writing was fabulous, and the story was well told. I didn't like some of the story, which made me anxious and struggle through at points. I loved Will's character, though, and Colin and Will together were great. I hated that Will had to suffer so much, but I'm glad Colin was able to be strong with him throughout.
January 11, 2016
Maybe it’s all the cops in the news right now but there are so many things in this book that just made me angry. I don’t understand people at all sometimes. It’s a very good book but the issues that Kade touches on here are very prevalent in society. I grew up in a small southern town. I still live in a very small southern town. I do not, have not, nor will I ever understand racism. Where the World Ends deals with racism, between the local Native American tribe and white people of the bordering town. The lies that stem from that hate have affected a sheriff deputy in the worse ways.
Deputy Will Cooper is new to Gray’s Harbor County, Washington. He takes his job seriously and has heeded the warnings from the other deputy’s regarding the tension with the local tribe. He still has to do his job though. It’s doing his job (well) that puts him and Colin Sharpe together. Colin is the reservation youth advocate. A trouble maker from the reservation causes some problems and Will doing his job sees that there is more going on than others have noticed. False allegations are made and it pits the tribe against the deputy.
The moment Colin sees the police cruiser he knows it must be the new deputy and that he has to be lost. Colin offers a friendly face and directions, knowing that no one else on the reservation will do the same. Having grown up on the reservation he has seen plenty of the tension between his people and the whites. He has witnessed it with his father and other members of the tribe counsel. Colin knows that Will is a good man. Will’s actions have proven that. Colin job has allowed him to know that the teens behind the trouble have caused problems in the past.
Colin and Will’s paths keep crossing. They are both attracted to the other. Will’s past and the events that are currently going on keep him from pursuing anything no matter how lonely he is in his new home. Colin knows nothing can develop between him and Will. After numerous run ins with each other they mutually decide to just get each other out of their systems. Once that happens this book gets hot quick. They see that what they have is too amazing for a onetime thing, yet deep in their hearts they know it will never work.
There are so many conflicts going on that Colin and Will have very little control over. They also have their problems that they have brought into their new relationship. Will has some major trust issues due to the reason he left his previous home/job/life. Colin has never given a relationship a try. He knows what type of man he is attracted to. He also knows what type (color) of man is not welcome with his father. All of this makes for a really good book.
Deputy Will Cooper is new to Gray’s Harbor County, Washington. He takes his job seriously and has heeded the warnings from the other deputy’s regarding the tension with the local tribe. He still has to do his job though. It’s doing his job (well) that puts him and Colin Sharpe together. Colin is the reservation youth advocate. A trouble maker from the reservation causes some problems and Will doing his job sees that there is more going on than others have noticed. False allegations are made and it pits the tribe against the deputy.
The moment Colin sees the police cruiser he knows it must be the new deputy and that he has to be lost. Colin offers a friendly face and directions, knowing that no one else on the reservation will do the same. Having grown up on the reservation he has seen plenty of the tension between his people and the whites. He has witnessed it with his father and other members of the tribe counsel. Colin knows that Will is a good man. Will’s actions have proven that. Colin job has allowed him to know that the teens behind the trouble have caused problems in the past.
Colin and Will’s paths keep crossing. They are both attracted to the other. Will’s past and the events that are currently going on keep him from pursuing anything no matter how lonely he is in his new home. Colin knows nothing can develop between him and Will. After numerous run ins with each other they mutually decide to just get each other out of their systems. Once that happens this book gets hot quick. They see that what they have is too amazing for a onetime thing, yet deep in their hearts they know it will never work.
There are so many conflicts going on that Colin and Will have very little control over. They also have their problems that they have brought into their new relationship. Will has some major trust issues due to the reason he left his previous home/job/life. Colin has never given a relationship a try. He knows what type of man he is attracted to. He also knows what type (color) of man is not welcome with his father. All of this makes for a really good book.
April 17, 2014
Reviewed on Hearts on Fire
3.5 Stars I’ve tried out a few other Kade Boehme books & enjoyed them mainly for the heartfelt characters he creates with this story being no exception. It’s a case of opposites attract between the new deputy in town, Will Cooper and local Native American youth worker, Colin Sharpe. But before anything can even happen between the two, there’s lots of obstacles thrown their way including having to deal with the racist attitude of the community in general and Colin’s father in particular. While I ended up liking the romance between Will & Colin, I wasn’t as satisfied with how the other plots tied together in the story.
Maybe it’s because racism is such a huge topic that it’s hard to do it justice. It’s especially cumbersome when you’re trying to tie that together with a tidy little romantic storyline. The racism was also too one sided with several of the Native Americans really hating white people, especially those that worked in the sheriff’s department, with no real reason given for their hostility, while the whites in town were portrayed as mainly innocent victims. That hardly meshed with reality when you consider who actually had the power in this small town and it wasn’t the Native Americans. I’d love to have read the back story on this and get a better explanation than just Will happened to end up in a village filled with ornery and mean spirited people.
There was also a subplot involving some youths in town that I thought Will was too passive about as it would have had far reaching consequences to him and his reputation. With all that was going on for him I did find myself wondering how he found the time to moon over some guy, even if he was a hot guy. His priorities were a little off.
While technically all the loose ends eventually gets tied up, I was still left with a feeling a ball was dropped somewhere. We needed more resolution. This is not to say I didn’t like the romance between the two guys. I was especially happy that we didn’t get some slapped on at the end HEA even if this story did succumb to the dreaded let’s separate the two guys in order to get to that place. I liked other things as well like how Will wasn’t your typical macho, tough guy cop. Despite some missed opportunities, that tipped the scale to the positive side for me and I’d recommend to those interested in reading a slightly angsty romance story.
3.5 Stars I’ve tried out a few other Kade Boehme books & enjoyed them mainly for the heartfelt characters he creates with this story being no exception. It’s a case of opposites attract between the new deputy in town, Will Cooper and local Native American youth worker, Colin Sharpe. But before anything can even happen between the two, there’s lots of obstacles thrown their way including having to deal with the racist attitude of the community in general and Colin’s father in particular. While I ended up liking the romance between Will & Colin, I wasn’t as satisfied with how the other plots tied together in the story.
Maybe it’s because racism is such a huge topic that it’s hard to do it justice. It’s especially cumbersome when you’re trying to tie that together with a tidy little romantic storyline. The racism was also too one sided with several of the Native Americans really hating white people, especially those that worked in the sheriff’s department, with no real reason given for their hostility, while the whites in town were portrayed as mainly innocent victims. That hardly meshed with reality when you consider who actually had the power in this small town and it wasn’t the Native Americans. I’d love to have read the back story on this and get a better explanation than just Will happened to end up in a village filled with ornery and mean spirited people.
There was also a subplot involving some youths in town that I thought Will was too passive about as it would have had far reaching consequences to him and his reputation. With all that was going on for him I did find myself wondering how he found the time to moon over some guy, even if he was a hot guy. His priorities were a little off.
While technically all the loose ends eventually gets tied up, I was still left with a feeling a ball was dropped somewhere. We needed more resolution. This is not to say I didn’t like the romance between the two guys. I was especially happy that we didn’t get some slapped on at the end HEA even if this story did succumb to the dreaded let’s separate the two guys in order to get to that place. I liked other things as well like how Will wasn’t your typical macho, tough guy cop. Despite some missed opportunities, that tipped the scale to the positive side for me and I’d recommend to those interested in reading a slightly angsty romance story.
March 21, 2014
Hmm...more like 2.5 stars,
which still means it was alright and I kind of liked it.
Well, I had really high hopes for this one, it being my third Kade Boehme book and after the good reviews I read. It fell short for me though, which will teach me to have high expectations from an author which unfortunately is hit or miss for me.
The blurb is descriptive enough for me not to have to go through the plot. I generally liked how the romance developed, I can appreciate good writing any day, and there was a HEA at the end. So why was I left sort of unsatisfied? First, I am not a big fan of long inner monologues. The writing style here was more descriptive than real time dialogue. It takes a special kind of story for me not to want to start skimming when that happens. Let's just say, I skimmed. Second, I really didn't feel the connection between the two MCs. I personally thought the sex scenes were lacklustre at best and while usually I am a secret fan of endearments, they didn't work for me here. My last complaint is that the whole rivalry storyline with the tribe and the sheriff's department became extremely repetitive. Yes, the plot moved forward, technically, I mean stuff happened, but it felt like the same old same old. Couldn't really hold my interest. Colin's dad was despicable, which I think was the purpose all along anyway, so enjoy getting ready to become violent while reading about him, haha.
There is a chance I was just feeling a little off while reading this. Do take this review with a grain of salt. I will be looking out for other reviews and maaaaaybe give this a go at another time. If you are a Kade Boehme fan, you will most likely enjoy this.
Well, I had really high hopes for this one, it being my third Kade Boehme book and after the good reviews I read. It fell short for me though, which will teach me to have high expectations from an author which unfortunately is hit or miss for me.
The blurb is descriptive enough for me not to have to go through the plot. I generally liked how the romance developed, I can appreciate good writing any day, and there was a HEA at the end. So why was I left sort of unsatisfied? First, I am not a big fan of long inner monologues. The writing style here was more descriptive than real time dialogue. It takes a special kind of story for me not to want to start skimming when that happens. Let's just say, I skimmed. Second, I really didn't feel the connection between the two MCs. I personally thought the sex scenes were lacklustre at best and while usually I am a secret fan of endearments, they didn't work for me here. My last complaint is that the whole rivalry storyline with the tribe and the sheriff's department became extremely repetitive. Yes, the plot moved forward, technically, I mean stuff happened, but it felt like the same old same old. Couldn't really hold my interest. Colin's dad was despicable, which I think was the purpose all along anyway, so enjoy getting ready to become violent while reading about him, haha.
There is a chance I was just feeling a little off while reading this. Do take this review with a grain of salt. I will be looking out for other reviews and maaaaaybe give this a go at another time. If you are a Kade Boehme fan, you will most likely enjoy this.
May 10, 2016
For me, this was a good book about two men fighting their own personal problems to be together as well as problems with Colin's local tribe. Colin, a Native American and Will, a deputy and white, have a huge conflict with Colin's father who is full of hatred for the Sheriff's department and white men.
When one of the tribe's delinquent teenagers, Johnny, steals his grandmother's truck, Will is sent out to find the vehicle. Johnny dragged his younger brother, Chris into his shenanigans like he always does, so during Will's attempt to bring Johnny in give the deputy a hard time and assaulted the officer. He runs and leaves his younger brother behind.
Long story short, Johnny accuses Deputy Will of sexual abuse and the shit hits the fan. Poor Chris is afraid of his brother and lies to protect himself. So a lawsuit is comes to light.
Colin and Will had tried to hid their relationship from Colin's father and this hiding was difficult on their relationship, but they love each other and deal with it the best they can.
Of course it's more involved and emotions between the two and family problems felt like a real life
situation or at least a good example of racism. It was worth the read for me, but I've always like Kade Boehme writing.
When one of the tribe's delinquent teenagers, Johnny, steals his grandmother's truck, Will is sent out to find the vehicle. Johnny dragged his younger brother, Chris into his shenanigans like he always does, so during Will's attempt to bring Johnny in give the deputy a hard time and assaulted the officer. He runs and leaves his younger brother behind.
Long story short, Johnny accuses Deputy Will of sexual abuse and the shit hits the fan. Poor Chris is afraid of his brother and lies to protect himself. So a lawsuit is comes to light.
Colin and Will had tried to hid their relationship from Colin's father and this hiding was difficult on their relationship, but they love each other and deal with it the best they can.
Of course it's more involved and emotions between the two and family problems felt like a real life
situation or at least a good example of racism. It was worth the read for me, but I've always like Kade Boehme writing.
December 8, 2014
I think this is the very first Kade story where I haven't done the ugly cry. Oh don't get me wrong, I cried, I wasn't a sobbing mess.
Will Cooper (who may or may not be related to Davy), is a new Deputy in a new town. A town that basically hates cops and white people. Why he decided to move to BFE, I have no idea, but I guess it was what he needed.
Colin Sharpe is the school counselor/youth advocate. He went off to school, but came right home. I liked Colin for the most part. Actually, I liked both Will and Colin.
My heart broke for Will. I wanted to wrap us up in a blanket and cuddle forever.
Colin's dad is a Grade-A prick. I do kind of wish we got to see more of the conflict unfold.
I didn't understand Colin's reluctance at the end, to be honest. I didn't mind it, but I just didn't understand it.
Overall, another great one by Kade!
Will Cooper (who may or may not be related to Davy), is a new Deputy in a new town. A town that basically hates cops and white people. Why he decided to move to BFE, I have no idea, but I guess it was what he needed.
Colin Sharpe is the school counselor/youth advocate. He went off to school, but came right home. I liked Colin for the most part. Actually, I liked both Will and Colin.
My heart broke for Will. I wanted to wrap us up in a blanket and cuddle forever.
Colin's dad is a Grade-A prick. I do kind of wish we got to see more of the conflict unfold.
I didn't understand Colin's reluctance at the end, to be honest. I didn't mind it, but I just didn't understand it.
Overall, another great one by Kade!
March 27, 2014
A Joyfully Jay review.
4 stars
I loved this story. It took a minute to get into, but not for the reasons you may think. The writing is good. But the storyline felt a little predictable in the beginning. It’s not so much though. I mean yes, our heroes hook up and keep their relationship a secret, but there’s so much more to it than that. There is so much more to this story than prejudice and hiding. This is a story of unexpected and somewhat forbidden love. A story of secrets. A story of prejudice and its effects on the unsuspecting. It’s a story of forgiveness and standing up for what is right. It’s a beautiful, heartwarming story that I’m grateful I had the chance to read.
Read Crissy's review in its entirety here.
4 stars
I loved this story. It took a minute to get into, but not for the reasons you may think. The writing is good. But the storyline felt a little predictable in the beginning. It’s not so much though. I mean yes, our heroes hook up and keep their relationship a secret, but there’s so much more to it than that. There is so much more to this story than prejudice and hiding. This is a story of unexpected and somewhat forbidden love. A story of secrets. A story of prejudice and its effects on the unsuspecting. It’s a story of forgiveness and standing up for what is right. It’s a beautiful, heartwarming story that I’m grateful I had the chance to read.
Read Crissy's review in its entirety here.
November 7, 2014
Cum Control!
lol. That was awesome. :)
I picked this book up to read before but I didn't get very far..so when it fit bingo, I thought "why not try again". I ended up reading it in one sitting.
The overall story is great (I like me some angst), Sex..whoa baby! I liked the guys ok but I felt they lacked a MC presence. (Does that make sense..probably only in my head.)
lol. That was awesome. :)
I picked this book up to read before but I didn't get very far..so when it fit bingo, I thought "why not try again". I ended up reading it in one sitting.
The overall story is great (I like me some angst), Sex..whoa baby! I liked the guys ok but I felt they lacked a MC presence. (Does that make sense..probably only in my head.)
March 15, 2014
I was able to connect with these characters much more deeply than any of his Kade's previous characters and I don't know why.
These boys just felt fully fleshed out (no pun intended) to me. I was very invested in both of them and liked the realistic ending.
These boys just felt fully fleshed out (no pun intended) to me. I was very invested in both of them and liked the realistic ending.
March 20, 2014
Wow the feels! This book was awesome and it was never easy for these boys. Colin's dad is a horrible fucken excuse of a person.
November 4, 2014
Another excellent book by Mr Kade. Love the storyline even though most of the book I wanted to drop kick Colin's dad into a state of mind. Enjoyed the build up and ups and down through the story.
June 23, 2016
This book just confirms why a work of Kade Boehme is an automatic buy for me. I liked the cultural conflicts as they impacted the story. It was a HOT story. Worth reading.
April 10, 2014
Really enjoyed this.
September 4, 2014
Wonderful book! Absolutely loved it :)
September 30, 2019
Will Cooper is new to the area, so when he gets lost looking for a stolen car and ends up on the Native American reservation, the only person willing to help him get back to where he should be is Colin Sharp. Colin and Will both feel the attraction between them from the beginning but bad blood between the sheriff's department and tribe make anything between seem impossible. When he meet up in a bar they decide to let the outside stuff go for the night and get each other out of their systems, but that seems to backfire on both of them, since they can’t seem to keep their hands to themselves. The deck seems stacked against them when a lawsuit and insecurities from Will’s past as well as Colin’s dad and is commitment-phobia keep popping up right when things seem to be going well.
I’m not sure who I wanted to dislike more throughout various parts of this book, Will for not speaking up about things that had happened in the past or Colin for assuming that because his dad was quiet, that he had dropped the idea of going after Will. It was frustrating at times but they seemed to bring on themselves more often than not by not communicating.
I’m not sure who I wanted to dislike more throughout various parts of this book, Will for not speaking up about things that had happened in the past or Colin for assuming that because his dad was quiet, that he had dropped the idea of going after Will. It was frustrating at times but they seemed to bring on themselves more often than not by not communicating.
January 6, 2020
Another great book!
Kade Boehme is a rockstar when it comes to writing books. Seriously, I get hooked so quickly into his writing that when I'm reading and my boss starts yammering at me about how, "good employees do their jobs and don't read books when they should be working." Or, "will you put your phone away please!?", I just barely hear her over the story taking place inside my head via the book I'm reading. ~ did any of that make sense cause it did in my head.
Anywho the book was phenomenal, the characters realistic and engaging. Tho I was not a fan of Victor I still found him amusing or at least found IT amusing what happened between him and his wife, cause honey, you shoulda done that waaaaaay sooner! I loved this book and now I'm gonna dive into another of Kades books!
Kade Boehme is a rockstar when it comes to writing books. Seriously, I get hooked so quickly into his writing that when I'm reading and my boss starts yammering at me about how, "good employees do their jobs and don't read books when they should be working." Or, "will you put your phone away please!?", I just barely hear her over the story taking place inside my head via the book I'm reading. ~ did any of that make sense cause it did in my head.
Anywho the book was phenomenal, the characters realistic and engaging. Tho I was not a fan of Victor I still found him amusing or at least found IT amusing what happened between him and his wife, cause honey, you shoulda done that waaaaaay sooner! I loved this book and now I'm gonna dive into another of Kades books!
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