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Fake It till You Make It #4
Repaired
Adrian Davis abandoned his old life for a new start in a new town. He comes with his toolbox, a suitcase full of clothes, and a hope of something better. His main goal? To forget about everything that happened before he parked his red hatchback in front of his new home.
Scott “Scottie” Robinson is a man who’s got just about everything he wants: a successful company that he co-owns with his twin brother and the perfect family supporting them along the way. The only thing he doesn’t have is a man by his side during the day and in his bed at night.
Scott’s not looking for a relationship, he’s happy dating his business. However, when he calls a repairman and Adrian shows up at his door, his world shifts. He’s ready to take a chance on love. Nothing good is ever easy-- especially when secrets start unfolding, and there are more people invested in their relationship than just them.
Scott “Scottie” Robinson is a man who’s got just about everything he wants: a successful company that he co-owns with his twin brother and the perfect family supporting them along the way. The only thing he doesn’t have is a man by his side during the day and in his bed at night.
Scott’s not looking for a relationship, he’s happy dating his business. However, when he calls a repairman and Adrian shows up at his door, his world shifts. He’s ready to take a chance on love. Nothing good is ever easy-- especially when secrets start unfolding, and there are more people invested in their relationship than just them.
- GenresContemporary
170 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 18, 2018
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About the author
L. Loryn
37 books22 followersL. Loryn enjoys writing gay contemporary romance, romantic suspense, and paranormal romance. With a love for the art of short fiction, L. Loryn crafts beautiful stories that can be devoured in one sitting, but leave you wanting seconds, thirds, and fourths.
L. Loryn has a degree in English with an emphasis on creative writing and has been practicing their craft for over ten years.
When L. Loryn isn't putting pen to paper (or, more appropriately, figures to keyboard), they are binge-watching reality-tv, taking long walks with one of their four dogs, or having a day out with their partner.
L. Loryn has a degree in English with an emphasis on creative writing and has been practicing their craft for over ten years.
When L. Loryn isn't putting pen to paper (or, more appropriately, figures to keyboard), they are binge-watching reality-tv, taking long walks with one of their four dogs, or having a day out with their partner.
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September 13, 2019
The number one emotion I felt while reading this was annoyance bordering on anger. I was annoyed at the characters, some of whom were just horrible people, and I was annoyed and confused by some of the phrasing and wording the authbor chose.
The characters just seemed over-the-top and fake. Scott’s twin brother, Sean, and cousin Dennis, were just loud and obnoxious and rather rude to Adrian at first. At least they came around. But Nathan, Scott’s dad, takes the prize for most repulsive. Here’s just a snippet of what comes out of his mouth when referring to Adrian: “On the repairman? Oh c’mon son, you can do much better than some jobless construction worker. You need a man with a name to himself and knows what he wants in life.” Or: “Someone clean, too. I don’t want you to risk getting AIDS from some slut who’s been up and down the block hot in the ass and finally wants to settle down with a good man.” OMG! Really? And that’s all before he tries to pay Adrian to keep away from Scott or accuses Scott of debasing himself because Adrian is white. So basically, Nathan is a homophobic, racist douchebag.
Now the writing. There were many times I had some trouble following the dialogue because there was either too much going on at the same time or the wording or phrasing was just rather cringeworthy. For example: “Adrian’s reply was mechanical, the generic reply given when the other person hadn’t been traveling and, likely, had no money to travel.” Really? I didn’t realize folks who don’t have the means to travel actually sound different. And then there’s: “Your light fixture. It costed a lot of money, right?”Costed? Oh, and how about “the brown-skinned people mingling around them...” Wow!
I wonder if the author realizes that of the many many times Adrian’s eyes are mentioned, each time is exactly the same; hazel eyes?
What all this comes down to is that the author just chose one too many issues to tackle and it just didn’t work. There is the interracial couple - Scott, black, from a well-to-do family, and Adrian, white, from a poor troubled family. But the racial angst, driven mostly by Nathan, was hypocritical and nonsensical. There’s the mysterious illness, which takes more than ¾ of the book to finally reveal. I think the author did a disservice to those with this autoimmune disease by focusing almost entirely on Adrian’s embarrassment and shame. And if Scott, the black MC is fit and buff, and Adrian, the white MC is thin and sickly, why is the cover art depicting an unnaturally ripped white man? Why not show a depiction of the characters as they described in the story?
The list could continue but I think I’ve said enough.
The characters just seemed over-the-top and fake. Scott’s twin brother, Sean, and cousin Dennis, were just loud and obnoxious and rather rude to Adrian at first. At least they came around. But Nathan, Scott’s dad, takes the prize for most repulsive. Here’s just a snippet of what comes out of his mouth when referring to Adrian: “On the repairman? Oh c’mon son, you can do much better than some jobless construction worker. You need a man with a name to himself and knows what he wants in life.” Or: “Someone clean, too. I don’t want you to risk getting AIDS from some slut who’s been up and down the block hot in the ass and finally wants to settle down with a good man.” OMG! Really? And that’s all before he tries to pay Adrian to keep away from Scott or accuses Scott of debasing himself because Adrian is white. So basically, Nathan is a homophobic, racist douchebag.
Now the writing. There were many times I had some trouble following the dialogue because there was either too much going on at the same time or the wording or phrasing was just rather cringeworthy. For example: “Adrian’s reply was mechanical, the generic reply given when the other person hadn’t been traveling and, likely, had no money to travel.” Really? I didn’t realize folks who don’t have the means to travel actually sound different. And then there’s: “Your light fixture. It costed a lot of money, right?”Costed? Oh, and how about “the brown-skinned people mingling around them...” Wow!
I wonder if the author realizes that of the many many times Adrian’s eyes are mentioned, each time is exactly the same; hazel eyes?
What all this comes down to is that the author just chose one too many issues to tackle and it just didn’t work. There is the interracial couple - Scott, black, from a well-to-do family, and Adrian, white, from a poor troubled family. But the racial angst, driven mostly by Nathan, was hypocritical and nonsensical. There’s the mysterious illness, which takes more than ¾ of the book to finally reveal. I think the author did a disservice to those with this autoimmune disease by focusing almost entirely on Adrian’s embarrassment and shame. And if Scott, the black MC is fit and buff, and Adrian, the white MC is thin and sickly, why is the cover art depicting an unnaturally ripped white man? Why not show a depiction of the characters as they described in the story?
The list could continue but I think I’ve said enough.
September 11, 2019
Opportunities Do Knock, Sometimes!
Replacing light bulbs, old-fashioned courting and interfering family are pieces of the love story between CFO Scott and Handymen Adrian. The writing is average, a bit disjointed in the beginning. In some ways, the plot is simple, full of well-worn tropes. I did like the MCs, even though, the author was a bit heavy-handed when trying to convey racial angst. Also, I think the book cover is a bit misleading, neither one of the MCs, as described are represented. Overall, this slow burn, light on sexy times but readable.
Replacing light bulbs, old-fashioned courting and interfering family are pieces of the love story between CFO Scott and Handymen Adrian. The writing is average, a bit disjointed in the beginning. In some ways, the plot is simple, full of well-worn tropes. I did like the MCs, even though, the author was a bit heavy-handed when trying to convey racial angst. Also, I think the book cover is a bit misleading, neither one of the MCs, as described are represented. Overall, this slow burn, light on sexy times but readable.
September 15, 2019
Not the worst I've read, but still pretty abysmal. The characters are not well developed, the plot is almost non-existent, we are given no reason for the attraction of the main character to the sick guy, and their response to the inevitable disruption to their relationship is simply unbelievable. Faced with a difficulty, they simply walk away. More detail could have been given as to why this seemed the only option. Instead, they just walk away. On the slightly better side, the English is at least tolerably good.
December 28, 2019
I feel really awful for awarding this book only one star, but I really didn't like it, it was a slog to finish and at 80% I nearly gave up.
Lacked a definite plot. Over descriptive. Cutesy adjectives which made me want to wretch. Indecisive M.C.s. Obnoxious secondary characters, and just a general lack of story.
Two stars would mean it was "OK", but for me it really wasn't.
Lacked a definite plot. Over descriptive. Cutesy adjectives which made me want to wretch. Indecisive M.C.s. Obnoxious secondary characters, and just a general lack of story.
Two stars would mean it was "OK", but for me it really wasn't.
September 10, 2019
I finished it but parts were just ridiculous. I skimmed the majority of it and got annoyed in others. Could be just me but I won’t be reading this again.
April 24, 2019
What a fabulous read. So much packed into this story. Loved the way the suspense of Adrian condition was held to well in the stray. The strength of Scott and Sean comes through in abundance. Lovely ending also.
September 14, 2019
Lupus
There are not many book written about lupus ,while reading this book and I got to the part with what autoimmune diseases and I was shocked because I live with this disease and there no cure.This book was well written loved it
There are not many book written about lupus ,while reading this book and I got to the part with what autoimmune diseases and I was shocked because I live with this disease and there no cure.This book was well written loved it
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