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DC Pride #2
Out
Bates:
I have the hottest new roommate—but he’s totally not my type.
Vince is a single dad, a starving artist, a pansexual hippie, and a total comic book nerd. And I’m very, very straight. I'm a business mogul, a jock, an old-money Southern boy who’s supposed to marry well.
I haven’t been dreaming about his lithe, freckled body, his crooked smile, or his… other manly assets. I have a girlfriend, so Vince’s deliberate touches and longing looks have zero effect on me. And that kiss—it was just one kiss. It didn’t mean anything.
Vince:
Gerard Bates is a gay disaster waiting to happen. He’s a field full of red flags. And he’s been in love with his best friend, Will, since forever.
I can’t go there. I’m a new dad, and Bates is just letting us stay in his basement until I can find somewhere better. I don’t even know what I’m doing as a parent yet—I don’t have time for a brokenhearted closet case.
But when I taste him for the first time, I know I’m addicted. Whatever the cost, however crazy my life gets, I’m going after Bates.
This is a terrible idea. But I’ve never let that stop me before.
Out is the second novel in the DC Pride series. It features a new couple and can be read as a standalone. There is plenty of angst, a bit of lovely fluff, nudist neighbors, sassy cousins, family drama, apologies and new beginnings, and one very cute baby.
I have the hottest new roommate—but he’s totally not my type.
Vince is a single dad, a starving artist, a pansexual hippie, and a total comic book nerd. And I’m very, very straight. I'm a business mogul, a jock, an old-money Southern boy who’s supposed to marry well.
I haven’t been dreaming about his lithe, freckled body, his crooked smile, or his… other manly assets. I have a girlfriend, so Vince’s deliberate touches and longing looks have zero effect on me. And that kiss—it was just one kiss. It didn’t mean anything.
Vince:
Gerard Bates is a gay disaster waiting to happen. He’s a field full of red flags. And he’s been in love with his best friend, Will, since forever.
I can’t go there. I’m a new dad, and Bates is just letting us stay in his basement until I can find somewhere better. I don’t even know what I’m doing as a parent yet—I don’t have time for a brokenhearted closet case.
But when I taste him for the first time, I know I’m addicted. Whatever the cost, however crazy my life gets, I’m going after Bates.
This is a terrible idea. But I’ve never let that stop me before.
Out is the second novel in the DC Pride series. It features a new couple and can be read as a standalone. There is plenty of angst, a bit of lovely fluff, nudist neighbors, sassy cousins, family drama, apologies and new beginnings, and one very cute baby.
244 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 30, 2019
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About the author
Tatum West
15 books194 followersTatum West is a writer and lover of MM romance. She grew up queer in a straight world. She’s now a mom of two, a dog-mom of one, and she’s working hard to raise kids who know that love is love and see the magic and depth of all human interactions. She crochets, crafts, and creates. She’s so glad she gets to write for a living and make characters who speak to her soul.
Tatum hails from Virginia and went to camp every summer near Abingdon. The Abingdon of the Bridge to Abingdon is a fictionalized version of many small towns, all thrown together and rolled up into one. The men of the town are the ideals created by her heart and mind, all on their paths to true love.
Tatum hails from Virginia and went to camp every summer near Abingdon. The Abingdon of the Bridge to Abingdon is a fictionalized version of many small towns, all thrown together and rolled up into one. The men of the town are the ideals created by her heart and mind, all on their paths to true love.
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May 30, 2020
I’ve read this author before. This is a mm contemporary romance story set in the USA. Main characters are Bates and Vince. Little baby River steals the show. They both take a different path to HEA but it’s not forced. I’ll read more from this author.
May 31, 2020
a queer adult romance where the characters actually communicate and don't get caught up in a pointless angsty breakup that could've been avoided had they just talked? legendary
content/trigger warnings; ableism, internalized homophobia, homophobic abusive parents, physical and emotional child abuse, homophobia, mentions of death of father, sexual content, child abandonment, alcohol, vomiting, shitty treatment of gay character for being closeted, homophobic slur, gendered slurs, coming out, mentions of conversion therapy,
rep; vince (mc) is pansexual. bates (mc) is gay. bunch of gay scs.
seriously, there isn't a breakup/makeup in this romance. they get together and stay together for the rest of the book. IT CAN BE DONE ROMANCE AUTHORS. and while they have a fight, they immediately communicate instead of having a drawn out angsty misunderstanding. we stan
the best part of this book by far is vince making fun of bates for the dudebro fratboy way he talks, i take no criticism on that, it is a delight
only two kind of small things bothered me. the use of "baby gay" and some lowkey shaming of being closeted.
— vince says "i'm raising a baby gay" to and about bates. and y'all.....STOP USING THAT TERM. it's patronizing as fuck. bates maybe be just accepting his gayness and still a little in a the closet due to a childhood of homophobic violent abuse at the hands of his father, but he's a grown fucking man. vince knowing and accepting he's queer and being out for longer does not put him above bates, in any sense of the term. they are in a relationship, they are equals. one is not a baby and the other is not raising them. bates even thinks "i feel indignant, especially after having been called a 'baby.'" and like...THANK YOU. delete all versions of the term "baby gay" from your vocabulary.
— vince lowkey pulls some closet shaming on bates. but to be fucking real, vince does not have the right to get mad at bates for being closeted/not immediately open about their relationship. he knowingly got involved with him. he knew where bates' head was at regarding this. he chose to get involved with him despite that. but then he tries to guilt bates for it? or act above being closeted? fuck that. STOP KNOWINGLY GETTING INVOLVED WITH CLOSETED QUEER FOLKS IF THEM BEING CLOSETED IS GOING TO BE A PROBLEM FOR YOU/YOUR RELATIONSHIP. YOU DON'T GET TO SHAME OR GUILT THEM FOR BEING CLOSETED OR PRESSURE THEM INTO COMING FOR YOU. IT'S NOT YOUR PLACE AND THAT'S NOT HOW IT WORKS.
content/trigger warnings; ableism, internalized homophobia, homophobic abusive parents, physical and emotional child abuse, homophobia, mentions of death of father, sexual content, child abandonment, alcohol, vomiting, shitty treatment of gay character for being closeted, homophobic slur, gendered slurs, coming out, mentions of conversion therapy,
rep; vince (mc) is pansexual. bates (mc) is gay. bunch of gay scs.
seriously, there isn't a breakup/makeup in this romance. they get together and stay together for the rest of the book. IT CAN BE DONE ROMANCE AUTHORS. and while they have a fight, they immediately communicate instead of having a drawn out angsty misunderstanding. we stan
the best part of this book by far is vince making fun of bates for the dudebro fratboy way he talks, i take no criticism on that, it is a delight
only two kind of small things bothered me. the use of "baby gay" and some lowkey shaming of being closeted.
— vince says "i'm raising a baby gay" to and about bates. and y'all.....STOP USING THAT TERM. it's patronizing as fuck. bates maybe be just accepting his gayness and still a little in a the closet due to a childhood of homophobic violent abuse at the hands of his father, but he's a grown fucking man. vince knowing and accepting he's queer and being out for longer does not put him above bates, in any sense of the term. they are in a relationship, they are equals. one is not a baby and the other is not raising them. bates even thinks "i feel indignant, especially after having been called a 'baby.'" and like...THANK YOU. delete all versions of the term "baby gay" from your vocabulary.
— vince lowkey pulls some closet shaming on bates. but to be fucking real, vince does not have the right to get mad at bates for being closeted/not immediately open about their relationship. he knowingly got involved with him. he knew where bates' head was at regarding this. he chose to get involved with him despite that. but then he tries to guilt bates for it? or act above being closeted? fuck that. STOP KNOWINGLY GETTING INVOLVED WITH CLOSETED QUEER FOLKS IF THEM BEING CLOSETED IS GOING TO BE A PROBLEM FOR YOU/YOUR RELATIONSHIP. YOU DON'T GET TO SHAME OR GUILT THEM FOR BEING CLOSETED OR PRESSURE THEM INTO COMING FOR YOU. IT'S NOT YOUR PLACE AND THAT'S NOT HOW IT WORKS.
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December 2, 2019
Out
This book takes you on an adventure with a man that denies his true self and the man that helps him find his way. Vince and Bates are at very different places of their lives but as they build a life as roommates they begin to form a bond. That bond takes them through the highs and lows to reach happy ever after. Add in an adorable baby to the mix and you have a fun read.
This book takes you on an adventure with a man that denies his true self and the man that helps him find his way. Vince and Bates are at very different places of their lives but as they build a life as roommates they begin to form a bond. That bond takes them through the highs and lows to reach happy ever after. Add in an adorable baby to the mix and you have a fun read.
February 28, 2020
This is a wonderful story about self discovery and finding your love. It's about letting go of the past and embracing the future. It tugs on the heart strings and if you're like me you may need a tissue or two. Once I started reading this book I couldn't put it down.
Bates's father literally tried to kill him for liking boys. It's no wonder he is the way he is. I love how patient Vince is with Bates and how he doesn't give up on Bates. They really are great together.
I love how Bates takes to Vince's daughter River. I love their neighbors and how they become like family.
Even though this book is part of a series it can be enjoyed as a stand alone. This book is definitely one that can be read over and over and I highly recommend it. I can't wait for the next book.
Bates's father literally tried to kill him for liking boys. It's no wonder he is the way he is. I love how patient Vince is with Bates and how he doesn't give up on Bates. They really are great together.
I love how Bates takes to Vince's daughter River. I love their neighbors and how they become like family.
Even though this book is part of a series it can be enjoyed as a stand alone. This book is definitely one that can be read over and over and I highly recommend it. I can't wait for the next book.
November 30, 2019
ARC review For honest review. River is Vince 's daughter when they needs a place he moves them in with bates. As he is finding that raising a daughter alone is very hard so when he starts having feelings for Bates who is not sure if his preferres he finds that both have choices to make .Awesome story.
June 12, 2020
This was my first book by this author. There was no point where I felt especially excited or felt moved to tears but it is a good story with good attention to detail and to emotional health. Some of the subsidiary characters were great (next door neighbours) and some less well-developed Will, Jesse, and Bate's mother. I will read more as the book is good - just not in my top top tier.
December 19, 2020
I've read several books by this author, and I've enjoyed them all! The characters come across as genuine and lovable. There's a perfect mix of steaminess and sweetness. It definitely can be read as a standalone book, but characters from the first book in the series make appearances. I'll be reading the first book in this series for sure!
December 1, 2019
Heartfelt Read
A heartfelt read that will pull on your heartstrings. Love Vince and Bates. Love how they support each other and bring out their best. Love their ending.
Favorite quote: Vince ~ “Love isn’t linear. It takes a lot of paths. Ours is unique to us.”
A heartfelt read that will pull on your heartstrings. Love Vince and Bates. Love how they support each other and bring out their best. Love their ending.
Favorite quote: Vince ~ “Love isn’t linear. It takes a lot of paths. Ours is unique to us.”
June 19, 2020
Out and standing
I loved this book what Bates went through ,,the ordeal he went through and came out a better man and Vince and baby River were very cute this book is very good romance
I loved this book what Bates went through ,,the ordeal he went through and came out a better man and Vince and baby River were very cute this book is very good romance
August 12, 2020
Bates story!
I'm a new reader of Tatum West and Beau Lake.
I enjoyed Proud and I loved Out. Reading about Bates journey into his own and his relationship with Vince was one of the best stories I have read in a while. I will be reading more from these authors.
I'm a new reader of Tatum West and Beau Lake.
I enjoyed Proud and I loved Out. Reading about Bates journey into his own and his relationship with Vince was one of the best stories I have read in a while. I will be reading more from these authors.
December 1, 2019
I absolutely loved it
July 4, 2020
Heartwarming
This book is like delving into whipped cream & strawberries it’s sweet, joyous & tender. A beautifully written book with a wonderful HEA. Xx
This book is like delving into whipped cream & strawberries it’s sweet, joyous & tender. A beautifully written book with a wonderful HEA. Xx
July 12, 2020
Awesome
Great read. I love the Bates comes into his own in this book. He really grows and confronts his past. Vince is just lovely and caring.
Great read. I love the Bates comes into his own in this book. He really grows and confronts his past. Vince is just lovely and caring.
August 24, 2020
I actually think I enjoyed this one better than the first story in the series...something about Bates...
May 26, 2023
Out
I loved this book so much. It was beautifully written and both characters (Bates and Vince) were adorable. Highly recommended.
I loved this book so much. It was beautifully written and both characters (Bates and Vince) were adorable. Highly recommended.
January 28, 2020
3.5 I've read and loved all of Tatum's Bridge to Abingdon series. This book does not feel like Tatum wrote it. It doesn't have the depth of feelings her other stories have. Plus for having such a great friendship...Will and Bates don't have the bond you see if all her Abingdon stories. Again, just this one gal's opinion.
January 14, 2020
“Love will find you, even if you are trying to hide from it.” ~ unknown
Vince, from ‘Out’ by Tatum West, never thought he’d be a single dad with an infant daughter. When he and his baby mama split up, he could no longer afford the big house they were living in; Vince had to find another place for him and his baby to live that he could afford. Unfortunately it wasn’t a great place to raise a child. When he’s offered a place to stay in his friend Bates’s basement, he jumps at the chance. The problem with living there is he is attracted to Bates, who he is almost certain is a closet case, but he can’t help having lustful thoughts about him.
Vince’s baby’s mother carried her through a pregnancy she didn’t want, but rejected the baby after she was born; she’s too busy with her own life to be saddled with a child. Vince is sad about it, but he doesn’t have one moment of regret for having the bundle of joy he loves more than life, although he isn’t exactly sure how to adequately care for her. Fortunately there’s a gay couple next door who have taken in and raised lots of foster children. Their knowledge and compassion, plus occasional babysitting, goes a long way to relieving not only Vince’s concerns about the baby’s care, but also provides him some free time for himself.
Bates has just sold his multimillion-dollar business to a new firm. He has more money that he will ever need, and, unlike his work partner, doesn’t feel the need to be involved in the company any longer. Not quite knowing what to do with himself, he decides to remodel his house. It keeps both his body and mind occupied so he doesn’t have to think so much about his partner, with whom he has been in love with for years, and how happy he is with his new boyfriend. Bates considers himself to be straight, although there are those who doubt it. Having Vince and his baby there is an adjustment at first, but he soon finds that having someone else around quenches his loneliness, even if isn’t the man he secretly he loves. Bates becomes attached to Vince and his baby. Their proximity makes him want things a straight man should not desire. Vince has been flirting with him for weeks; so far, Bates had been able to resist his advances, but one lonely night, Vince kisses him and the confusion Bates has been having about his physical reactions to Vince goes into overdrive. Because of something in his past, his fear and anxiety are exacerbated by the closeness; Bates tries to pretend that nothing ever happened. His reaction leaves Vince sad and regretful since he guessed that pursuing Bates would be a bad idea in the first place.
Tatum is a great storyteller. I love her characters; they are unique, often flawed, but with great potential, merely waiting for the right set of circumstances enabling character growth and pursuit of happiness. Thanks, Tatum and Beau, for helping untangle the feelings between Vince and Bates so they can find their happy ending.
Vince, from ‘Out’ by Tatum West, never thought he’d be a single dad with an infant daughter. When he and his baby mama split up, he could no longer afford the big house they were living in; Vince had to find another place for him and his baby to live that he could afford. Unfortunately it wasn’t a great place to raise a child. When he’s offered a place to stay in his friend Bates’s basement, he jumps at the chance. The problem with living there is he is attracted to Bates, who he is almost certain is a closet case, but he can’t help having lustful thoughts about him.
Vince’s baby’s mother carried her through a pregnancy she didn’t want, but rejected the baby after she was born; she’s too busy with her own life to be saddled with a child. Vince is sad about it, but he doesn’t have one moment of regret for having the bundle of joy he loves more than life, although he isn’t exactly sure how to adequately care for her. Fortunately there’s a gay couple next door who have taken in and raised lots of foster children. Their knowledge and compassion, plus occasional babysitting, goes a long way to relieving not only Vince’s concerns about the baby’s care, but also provides him some free time for himself.
Bates has just sold his multimillion-dollar business to a new firm. He has more money that he will ever need, and, unlike his work partner, doesn’t feel the need to be involved in the company any longer. Not quite knowing what to do with himself, he decides to remodel his house. It keeps both his body and mind occupied so he doesn’t have to think so much about his partner, with whom he has been in love with for years, and how happy he is with his new boyfriend. Bates considers himself to be straight, although there are those who doubt it. Having Vince and his baby there is an adjustment at first, but he soon finds that having someone else around quenches his loneliness, even if isn’t the man he secretly he loves. Bates becomes attached to Vince and his baby. Their proximity makes him want things a straight man should not desire. Vince has been flirting with him for weeks; so far, Bates had been able to resist his advances, but one lonely night, Vince kisses him and the confusion Bates has been having about his physical reactions to Vince goes into overdrive. Because of something in his past, his fear and anxiety are exacerbated by the closeness; Bates tries to pretend that nothing ever happened. His reaction leaves Vince sad and regretful since he guessed that pursuing Bates would be a bad idea in the first place.
Tatum is a great storyteller. I love her characters; they are unique, often flawed, but with great potential, merely waiting for the right set of circumstances enabling character growth and pursuit of happiness. Thanks, Tatum and Beau, for helping untangle the feelings between Vince and Bates so they can find their happy ending.
December 26, 2019
3.75 stars. This felt like a cozy blanket. It was a soft sweet read that left me with a nice feeling. New author for me. I'll have to check out her other books. My only nitpick---well two nits---is 1: the end seemed to unnecessarily focus on characters from the previous book. Felt forced and thrown in, and actually made the ending drag. And 2: I wish this book didn't rely so heavily on the previous in the series. We don't even get a couple pages on how Bates and Vince meet.
November 30, 2019
After meeting Bates & Vince in “Proud” it was so amazing to read their story now in “Out”. The book definitely is a standalone but finding missing pieces of Will´s and Bates´s friendship in “Out” in Tatum´s perfect words, was pure beauty. Seeing Vince´s cousin Jesse again as well was a great bonus as well (god he is so funny).
Both protagonists find themselves at the beginning of the book in very troublesome situations. Vince feels overwhelmed and alone to a point that he finally reaches out for help, Bates had offered. The state Bates is in is so heartbreaking it was tearing at my heart. You feel his devastation to the bone. On the one hand I am amazed how the author does that, on the other I am still mad she is sending her readers to such turmoil of feelings :-) in the best way possible.
While Vince gradually falls back on his feet with the help of some amazing side characters, he becomes witness of the pain Bates still is going through. Without rushing the story Tatum gives him and really both of them time to really work through their hurt. Finally they find themselves in a position to see the light of day again and gradually they are being able to support the other through what is still waiting ahead of them.
The most beautiful aspect in the book to me was how Vince can see Bates´s true self nobody else seems to be able to see. The way Bates blooms and flourishes after finally being seen for who he truly is … is just perfect.
Their difficult way out of their hard situations and toward each other is one of the most beautiful, heartbreaking, amazing stories of the year.
Both protagonists find themselves at the beginning of the book in very troublesome situations. Vince feels overwhelmed and alone to a point that he finally reaches out for help, Bates had offered. The state Bates is in is so heartbreaking it was tearing at my heart. You feel his devastation to the bone. On the one hand I am amazed how the author does that, on the other I am still mad she is sending her readers to such turmoil of feelings :-) in the best way possible.
While Vince gradually falls back on his feet with the help of some amazing side characters, he becomes witness of the pain Bates still is going through. Without rushing the story Tatum gives him and really both of them time to really work through their hurt. Finally they find themselves in a position to see the light of day again and gradually they are being able to support the other through what is still waiting ahead of them.
The most beautiful aspect in the book to me was how Vince can see Bates´s true self nobody else seems to be able to see. The way Bates blooms and flourishes after finally being seen for who he truly is … is just perfect.
Their difficult way out of their hard situations and toward each other is one of the most beautiful, heartbreaking, amazing stories of the year.
November 28, 2019
Bates has always known he’s “not gay”; his father was very emphatic about that. Vince knew who Bates really was from the very first time they met, but he has enough on his plate; he doesn’t need to add Bates’s closeted issues to the list. This is their story, but it’s more than just a story about coming out. It’s about relationships and building trust, about discovering who you really are and, with the right support, being able to stand up to let the whole world see you, and most of all, it’s about building a family who supports you and sees you for who you really are.
It’s an emotionally charged tale that will pull you in from the very beginning, tug at your heartstrings along the way, and leave you in tears (happy ones) at the very end. If you read “Proud” then you were waiting for Bates’s story, and it is worth the wait. It certainly lived up to my expectations and then some. Vince and River are definitely what Bates needs in his life, and he is what they need. This is an easy-paced read filled with some emotional ups and downs, a lot of heart-tugging moments, lots of growing love, and moments of hot, steamy passion. You really shouldn’t miss this engagingly heartwarming love story. It’s well worth the read!!
It’s an emotionally charged tale that will pull you in from the very beginning, tug at your heartstrings along the way, and leave you in tears (happy ones) at the very end. If you read “Proud” then you were waiting for Bates’s story, and it is worth the wait. It certainly lived up to my expectations and then some. Vince and River are definitely what Bates needs in his life, and he is what they need. This is an easy-paced read filled with some emotional ups and downs, a lot of heart-tugging moments, lots of growing love, and moments of hot, steamy passion. You really shouldn’t miss this engagingly heartwarming love story. It’s well worth the read!!
November 26, 2019
Bates is confused. His entire life he's tried to fit in and find a 'normal' life. Fortunately for him, he's anything but normal. Extremely intelligent, sweet and loyal, he hides himself behind a frat boy persona that he cultivated throughout college. Even his closest friends don't see the real him.
Having met through friends, when Vince and his newborn daughter need a new place to live quickly, he takes Bates up on his casual invitation to move in. As he continues to renovate his historic home, Bates also renovates his life. Always afraid to appear anything other than normal, he is slowly but surely pulled into Vince's orbit and begins to meet new people, become more open and involved with the world and develop new interests and hobbies. He shows so much more of who he really is.
Watching Bates grow comfortable in his own skin and Vince evolve into a devoted and loving father make for a powerful story of hope as both of these characters strive to achieve their own happiness. The romance and heat in the story is intense as well, creating an engaging M/M romance read.
Five stars.
This is a voluntary, honest review of an ARC of the story.
Having met through friends, when Vince and his newborn daughter need a new place to live quickly, he takes Bates up on his casual invitation to move in. As he continues to renovate his historic home, Bates also renovates his life. Always afraid to appear anything other than normal, he is slowly but surely pulled into Vince's orbit and begins to meet new people, become more open and involved with the world and develop new interests and hobbies. He shows so much more of who he really is.
Watching Bates grow comfortable in his own skin and Vince evolve into a devoted and loving father make for a powerful story of hope as both of these characters strive to achieve their own happiness. The romance and heat in the story is intense as well, creating an engaging M/M romance read.
Five stars.
This is a voluntary, honest review of an ARC of the story.
November 24, 2019
Rating : 4.5 stars
Wonderful roommates to lovers romance
This is a well written, well paced book about two complex characters who find love with each other. There are huge hurdles for them to overcome before their forever family is formed.
Bates and Vince, two very different people, form a connection when they become roommates. That connection takes a huge amount of nurturing before the chemistry between them ignites. They are both very likeable characters and at times my heart went out to them. I was truly invested in their story and was feeling all of their emotions. The heat level turned up a notch or two once they jumped those hurdles and decided to take a chance on each other.
This is book 2 in the series but can be read as a standalone. Characters from the first book do feature in this one.
If you enjoy books with a touch of angst, a person who decides to live their authentic life, and a romantic HEA, then this is for you.
Wonderful roommates to lovers romance
This is a well written, well paced book about two complex characters who find love with each other. There are huge hurdles for them to overcome before their forever family is formed.
Bates and Vince, two very different people, form a connection when they become roommates. That connection takes a huge amount of nurturing before the chemistry between them ignites. They are both very likeable characters and at times my heart went out to them. I was truly invested in their story and was feeling all of their emotions. The heat level turned up a notch or two once they jumped those hurdles and decided to take a chance on each other.
This is book 2 in the series but can be read as a standalone. Characters from the first book do feature in this one.
If you enjoy books with a touch of angst, a person who decides to live their authentic life, and a romantic HEA, then this is for you.
November 26, 2019
Vince has never hidden that he likes men and women but now his wife has left him with a newborn and he is finding it difficult to care for the baby and meet his rent. Bates offers to let him use the basement of the house he is refurbishing since Bates is feeling lonely. Bates lifelong friend Will has found a nam and they are together. Bates feels he has lost his best friend and, although he won't admit it, his first love. Bates can't even admit to himself he is gay. As they spend time in the house together, they find themselves becoming closer. Vince doesn't want a relationship with someone stuck in the closet.
This book has a great story of people coming to terms with who they are not just who they are attracted too. The have to come to terms with their problems and still remain in the world. It has complex characters yet is still well paced. I read it in once sitting and would recommend it to anyone
This book has a great story of people coming to terms with who they are not just who they are attracted too. The have to come to terms with their problems and still remain in the world. It has complex characters yet is still well paced. I read it in once sitting and would recommend it to anyone
December 1, 2019
I was so excited to read Bate's story since we were introduced to him in Proud, and I was not disappointed. My heart broke for him so many times, and how no-one was ever able to look past his facade to see how truly broken he was inside. No-one that is, except Vince. Struggling with being a single father to baby River, Vince has his own share of hurt to try and get through. Despite this, he is always there for Bates and he's the only one who really gets him, and who Bates can open up too. Although there is some angst with Bate's feelings towards his best friend Will, I could never not see him with anyone but Vince. I think it just came down to the fact that they were both such compelling and well-written characters that their connection felt pretty tangible. It certainly didn't hurt that they were smoking hot together, and when he knew what he wanted, Bates was adorably sweet and determined. Such a great follow-up to the first of the series!
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December 4, 2019I received and ARC ( advanced reader copy) of this book for my honest opinion on this book. Okay, so I love Tatum West and have loved everything that she has written. This time is no exception. Out made me smile, made me cry, and made me love this two more then any of the others including Gabe's story. I love love love Vince and Bates. I love that they get to raise River together and include her mother who's living with Multiple Sclerosis. I love that Bates struggle to live his truth and let himself love himself for him is part of this story, and his mother and sister continued to support and love him. I wish I had neighbors like Guy and Kellan because they are fabulous wonderful. Ugh I just am so in love with the story of Vince and Bates and highly recommend it to anyone, who loves love, happy endings, good men, and laughing. Thank you for this amazing story of Out and I can not wait for waits next form the talented Ms. Tatum West.
December 30, 2019
So good and complicated with the main characters overlapping of mutual friends and family. Vince and Bates were a hoot to read about. The realization that living a lie that overtakes every aspect of your life is exhausting hits both men at nearly the exact same time. One with the truth and courage to admit he’s gay and the other with admitting he’s scared of losing his child with no job or money available. I loved the tender moments the reader was privileged to “see”. So many funny, touching and poignant moments that gave insight into a characters thoughts and actions. Highlights how hard it is for anyone to be their true self and not worry about discrimination or violence that can result from it.
December 1, 2019
Out is the story of a struggle of Vince a solo dad with an infant and well to do Bates who has sold his business and now is doing up his house. Bates offers a room to Vince which he accepts.
The core of the story is Bates slowly coming to the realisation he is not straight and is attracted to Vince.
Tatum’s portrayal of her two main characters as emotionally damaged men is well handled and their eventual bonding was a delight
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A nice touch was Bates' surprise to find he had family support when he came out which he had not expected. This is often the case in daily life.
I have enjoyed all the books written by Tatum West that I've read and Out is no exception.
The core of the story is Bates slowly coming to the realisation he is not straight and is attracted to Vince.
Tatum’s portrayal of her two main characters as emotionally damaged men is well handled and their eventual bonding was a delight
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A nice touch was Bates' surprise to find he had family support when he came out which he had not expected. This is often the case in daily life.
I have enjoyed all the books written by Tatum West that I've read and Out is no exception.
December 5, 2019
Tatum just has a reputation of writing complex and deep feelings for us to read. It’s sad when parents are not accepting of a child that’s different and their childhood suffers for it. Bates is now trying to adjust and accept the lifestyle he wants to live although no one is surprised. He is devastated when his unrequited love, business partner is engaged to another. He clings to single father Vince and his babygirl. As deep feelings are rising, maybe his ex-partner wasn’t the right person to spend his life. The emotions, fear and acceptance are all laid out for you. Really enjoyed reading this book
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book
December 1, 2019
Bates father was an horrific homophobic man, who tried to beat the gay out of Bates it made me cry. This is a sensitive topic and Tatum’s words were beautifully written. A masterful combination of pain and love, captured my heart, Vince and River was what Bates needed and the intimate scenes left me wanting more. Also some funny moments with Kellan their neighbour.
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book for my honest opinions of which I’m under no obligation to do so. I absolutely recommend this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book for my honest opinions of which I’m under no obligation to do so. I absolutely recommend this book.
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