Snowflakes and Song Lyrics

Williamsville Inn #3

by Hank Edwards

Will Johnson is traveling for work the weeks before Christmas and staying in a small hotel in upstate New York. It’s all pretty routine, until he discovers his window overlooks the courtyard patio of one of his favorite up and coming gay singers, Rex Garland. Even further outside of Will’s routine is overhearing Rex’s creative process as the singer struggles to write an original Christmas song.


When Will receives a flash of lyrical inspiration, he decides to share the lyrics with his idol in a secret note left on Rex’s patio table. This sets off a chain of events that include coincidental meetings, more inspired lyrics, and a tiny snowman that just might capture Rex’s heart and make this Christmas one neither of them will ever forget.

Genres: M M Romance, Holiday, Contemporary, Romance, Christmas, LGBT, Novella

151 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 6, 2019

About the author

Hank Edwards (he/him) has been writing gay fiction for more than twenty years. He has published over thirty novels and dozens of short stories. His books fall into many sub-genres, including romance, rom-com, contemporary, paranormal, suspense, mystery, and wacky comedy. He has written a number of series such as the suspenseful Up to Trouble, funny and spooky paranormal out for you gay romance Critter Catchers, Old West historical horror of Venom Valley, the erotic and funny Fluffers, Inc. series, and the funny and thrilling Lacetown Murder Mysteries series co-written with Deanna Wadsworth. Under the pen name R. G. Thomas, he’s published a young adult urban fantasy gay romance series called The Town of Superstition. No matter what genre he writes, Hank likes to keep things sweet, steamy, and fun.

Join his author group on Facebook (www.facebook.com/groups/hankshangout), visit his website at www.hankedwardsbooks.com or send along an email to hankedwardsbooks@gmail.com.

Reviews

[Carol [Goodreads Addict] · Rating 5 out of 5]

RATING 4.5 STARS

Snowflakes and Song Lyrics by Hank Edwards is part of the Williamsville Inn series. This was such a sweet story. I thought the story sounded unique and romantic and it definitely was.



Will Johnson is kind of a big guy and very self-conscious about his size. The month before Christmas, he’s been sent to help out at an office in Williamsville, New York. His hotel, the Williamsville Inn, is a quaint, somewhat dated hotel. When his room is overly warm and he is forced to open the window, he realizes that a famous singer, Rex Garland, who he has been a fan of since the beginning, is also staying there and is down in the courtyard working on a new Christmas song.



Will has no song writing experience but the words just seem to come to him. So he leaves a secret note for Rex with his lyrics for him to find. And so it begins! A romance that begins with secret lyrics and a possibility for so much more.



This was so sweet. I loved Will’s best friend, Carter, as well. He was hilarious. This is a short book but had everything I needed. I love the sound of this beautiful old inn. Next I’m going to read Snowstorms and Second Chances which is by Brigham Vaughn. I can’t wait to see what new romance might bloom at the Williamsville Inn.

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars

I feel so fortunate; I have been reading the sweetest holiday tales lately. They have hit just the right note with me. I loved the slow-burn, sweet, funny The Twelve Dates of Christmas, and now I love this slow-burn, sweet, funny tale!

When I first noticed an update from the talented author, Nathan Burgoine, stating how much he was enjoying this story, I became intrigued and had to check it out. Once I started reading, I didn't want to put it down.

Right off the bat, the story starts slinging lots of laughs with Will and his incorrigible best friend, Carter. I found myself laughing out loud and feeling slightly embarrassed by my own inelegant snorts. Then, the story takes a sweet turn, and the reader gets to know Will. What a lovely human being. He is a kind soul, who struggles with some self-esteem issues because he is a larger man. He is not prone to spontaneity, but finds that doing things out of character can yield some exciting outcomes.

Rex is a bit more of an unknown for most of the book, but we gradually see what a lovely person he is as well. Will and Rex have a long way to go before they truly connect, but watching their sweet interactions and endearing build up was all kinds of gentle fun.

I can't write this review without mentioning how much I loved Will's friendship with Carter. I adore stories where friendship is valued and considered an important part of the story. Will and Carter have their own friendship love story, and it is all kinds of funny and sweet to see.

The story makes gentle jokes about Will being in his own version of a "gay Hallmark movie," but that description rings true. Just as those movies highlight the sweetness and humor of a holiday romance, this tale beautifully captures that essence.

Nathan Burgoine writes an amazing review of this story, and if you are on the fence about reading it, check out the review because you will be hooked! Nathan's review

Another fantastic holiday treat! I can see myself re-reading this one every holiday and revisiting this funny, sweet, comforting story.

Highly recommend!

['Nathan Burgoine · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m a sucker for Hallmark Christmas movies, but I can’t help but wonder, every time I watch one, how awesome it would be if those same sugar-spun everything-works-out-because-of-holiday-magic stories unfolded with a queer cast of characters for a change. Snowflakes and Song Lyrics is the answer to that question, and it’s freaking adorable.

Will (“Big Willie” to his far more outgoing friend, which as a Brit had me chuckling every damn time) is a loveable bear of a man, in both the gay sense and the teddy sense, and he’s written with such deft touches, including some self-esteem woes in the face of the fitter, muscular crowds of more outgoing queer men. He’s a softie, introverted and romantic and shy, and really only usually gets out via his bestie (who he FaceTimes throughout the story, with comedic conversations aplenty).

Brought to a hotel in New York State while he’s working with a company, Will ends up in a room with wonky heat, so he cracks the window to let some winter chill in to balance it out, and that’s the first hint of holiday magic: someone is singing.

But not just anyone—it’s Rex Garland, an openly gay singer Will has a gigantic crush on, and it sounds like Rex is stuck on some lyrics for a potential new Christmas song. Will is inspired by the music, comes up with something, and leaves a note.

What follows would be perfect on the small screen (or, hey, large): singer singing, lyric notes left behind, an adorable meet-cute and implosions of shyness, cat and mouse antics, nudges from well-meaning side characters, a well timed winter storm, and—because this is Christmas and a holiday romance—everything works out in time for the day itself.

Snowflakes and Song Lyrics delivers exactly what it promises on the tin, and for that I’m truly grateful.

[Florence . · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 “It was difficult to believe this was his life and not some gay Christmas romance movie” stars

“We were destined to meet, Will Johnson,” Rex said. “I feel it. You and me, we were brought together by the universe for some reason. I don’t know if you believe in anything like that, but I do. There’s an energy to the universe, you know? A power that helps bring people and events together. Sometimes it’s for good, and sometimes it’s for bad, but it’s always out there. And it was working hard to get us together.”

This was so sweet. It’s basically a Hallmark Christmas movie in book form and i’m so here for it.

Brief summary
Will travels to Williamsville for work and Rex is performing close to it for an entire month. Will is a really big fan of Rex and he keeps fangirling over him. Rex has to write a Christmas album and it frustrates him so he sits outside his hotel room to play music and Will listens to him play. Will gets inspired and starts writing down lyrics for the songs Rex plays (he only has the melodies). They meet after a while of sharing song lyrics and fall in love.

First, Will is a bear. And Will thinks he’s overweight and has a lot of self esteem issues. Which heart my heart, I just wanted to give him a big hug.

Second, I really enjoyed all the fangirling that Will did. I’m such a fan of the concept of a fan who loves a celebrity that meets them and falls in love with them. And I was glad that Will was a massive fan, that made me enjoy the book even more. I loved how their first interactions was just Will being super awkward while he fangirling over Rex. Will was super obsessed over Rex and I loved reading about that.

Third, I’m not the biggest fan of side characters in books, expecially if they’re really important to the book, I prefer only reading about the main characters. Will’s ex was mentioned everywhere and he was Will’s best friend, which is fine but I feel like he was a little too present, I wanted to read about the main characters of the book and not him.

Fourth, I really liked these two together. Their banter was absolutely lovely. Also, I loved seeing how happy Will was when Rex sang his lyrics, it was so damn sweet.

This was so sweet and I spent half the book swooning, due to how cute everything was.

I received a copy of this book, and this is my honest review.

[C.S. Poe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sometimes all you need to end the week is a feel-good holiday romance, sprinkled with humor, hope, and an everyday guy as the hero who is quite perfect the way he is. In short, Hank Edwards delivers a gay Hallmark movie in a book and it was absolutely everything I hoped it'd be.

Snowflakes and Song Lyrics has a pretty traditional set up as far as super sweet Hallmarks go— Will Johnson is your average guy, a little overweight, working a 9 - 5 office job, sent to upstate New York to help a branch of his company for a few weeks. He's staying at an inn with a window that overlooks the patio of someone his total opposite (and how I love opposites attract stories!) Rex Garland isn't just gorgeous and fit, he's also a hugely popular up-and-coming singer, and an out and proud artist wildly famous in the gay community. And as luck would have it, Rex is also staying in town for a few weeks as a regular performer at a local club.

It's a charming story of an artist stuck in a creative rut, unable to write an original holiday song that he needs finished ASAP to make deadlines for the next album, and the insecure average guy who has far more to offer than he realizes. Will is too shy and starstruck to speak to Rex outright, but after overhearing the musician's struggle with lyrics, Will lets his heart guide him in a moment of romantic creativity, and he decides to leave Rex an anonymous note— lyrics that Will wrote. And of course Rex loves them.

Will is someone that every reader can relate to on multiple levels. He's so devastatingly charming and honest, a true nice guy with no angle to play and nothing to gain. He has body insecurities that are made worse around Rex, who of course Will is not only a huge fan of, but admittedly infatuated with. Those cruel thoughts whisper in the back of his mind: what would someone as handsome as Rex want with you? An overweight guy who sits in a cubicle. Rex can have any hot guy on the dance floor... he'd never look at you.

Edwards handled these moments of self-loathing with care and sincerity. It's not over-the-top, nor is it done for the drama or angst. It is written very matter-of-fact, and it is through this delivery that readers connect and respond to Will. We see ourselves in him, and God do we want him to believe in himself and talk to Rex! And without tossing in spoilers, I'll just say that Rex notices Will. And he isn't ready to let Big Willie go without a fight.

The build-up to their romance is wonderful. It's sweet and slow and beautiful and ends with a wholly believable HEA. And bonus points for Will's best friend Carter, who is hilarious. He is everything a friend needs to be for someone like Will— Carter nudges him, consoles him, and supports him. No matter what. One of Edwards's strongest writing skills is his portrayal of human friendships. They are so intricate and developed that these characters might as well be real people.

I highly recommend this book. Grab a blanket, a hot and tasty beverage, and sink into a story with all of the 'awwws' of the holiday!

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

A hotel room with an overactive heater. A rising star struggling to write a Christmas song. Song lyrics written in secret. Will Johnson is shocked to discover his hotel room window overlooks the courtyard patio of one of his favorite gay singers, Rex Garland. Even more amazing, Rex seems interested in Will too. When Will overhears Rex struggling to write an original Christmas song, he is struck by a flash of inspiration and drafts an anonymous note with song lyrics. Will is sure nothing will come of it, but the Christmas magic swirling amidst all the snow in upstate New York is about to change both their lives forever.
This funny, sweet, and heart-warming love story about a boy-next-door and the celebrity of his dreams is set in the Williamsville Inn world.
This little gem could be described as a "gay Hallmark movie". There are some hijinks, but no drama, and it all ends with a kiss. It's a perfectly sweet, but too short little story, as are all the stories in this series written by different M/M Romance authors. Like all of this series that I have thus far read, I so wished there had been more to it. The 4.5 stars is simply for the length of the story, not any way about the story itself; and certainly NOT in any way, about this author's writing.

The two main characters didn’t have much time to really have a conversation until about halfway into it... and it made the ending seemed a bit rushed. There could have maybe been less time spent on the guy's individual insecurities and more on them getting to know one another.

Overall, I have read several things by this author before, so I wasn't at all surprised that the story was very well written, no real drama and that was more than okay. I really loved the last few pages. It would have been nice if we could have seen the famous singer appearing more in public.... but for what it was, it was a good little addition to the Williamsville Inn series. So far, I have found that all the stories in this series have a happy ending for the two main characters.

[Gustaf · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 *this was so sweet, I can't stop smiling* stars.

[Meep · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a Hallmark movie - if you like those you'll love this. Bit silly, very sweet, angst-free reading that fits nicely with the time of year.

I enjoyed reading it, the characters are likeable, but by the end it was a book I wanted to like more than I actually did. The main characters don't even have a conversation until 72% (and the story finishes at 88%) so as nice as Rex seemed in the glimpses we had of him, I never thought of him as more than an infactuation. Romantic gestures had little meaning to me without having seen them getting to know each other and bonding, it meant things seemed to leap ahead. Will's insecurities took over from progression, there were some sudden Yoda insights from people and to quote another reviewer here - somewhat 'cringey' reassurances.

A minor niggle was the oft repeated song lyrics, I started to feel the author was mighty proud of the lyrics and wanted us to notice them! For a short story it took up page space. Perhaps if it was a movie not a book and they could be heard they'd have more impact, but I admit I'm not musically orientated and was left untouched.

The bright point of the book was Will's skyping with his best friend/ex which was the real relationship of the book; he brought all the personality and humour to the book and rather stole the show without ever appearing in person.

It's a nice but of fluff I'm sure many will enjoy. For me it's a generous 3* I enjoyed reading it, it was a happy distraction in busy times, but lacked the warm fuzzies.

[Joyfully Jay · Rating 3 out of 5]

A Joyfully Jay review.

3 stars

The premise of this book sounded cute and light and I was looking for something to fit that. I can’t say that this book was a winner for me though. The story is told through Will’s POV and we get limited information on him, and only briefly get to know Rex. We do know that Will is self-conscious about his size and we learn that Rex is his favorite singer. The book’s focus is on this song that Rex is writing and that Will then sends him lyrics for in secret. The lyrics for the song are shown in the book many times, sometimes with only one word changed or one line added, and it was too repetitive for me. Will and Rex were also both extremely proud of the song they were creating, but the lyrics came off as juvenile to me and this aspect was unpleasant for me to read.

The men spend little time together in the book. The story focuses on the secret writing of the song, them running into each other for a few moments in the hotel, and Will’s job. Will’s co-workers are brought into the story, but this ultimately added nothing to the narrative. Rex is also a known singer and everyone who hears his name knows who he is, yet the men are both staying at the same mildly run-down hotel.

Read Michelle's review in its entirety here.

[UnusualChild{beppy} · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

Will is traveling for work before Christmas and stays in a small hotel. One night, he hears someone playing a guitar in the courtyard that his room overlooks, and realizes that it is his favourite musician, Rex. It seems as though Rex is trying to write a Christmas song, and not having an easy go of it. When Will hears the melody and some of the lyrics, he gets an inspiration, and leaves the lyrics where he knows that Rex will find them.
As the song progresses, with Will's suggestions incorporated into them, Will gets more and more ideas. Will is too shy to approach Rex in person, although, since they are staying at the same hotel, they keep running into each other.

This was very sweet and gooey, and in a year that saw a lot of Christmas stories fall flat for me, I really enjoyed it. I believed in Will's shyness, and in his audacity in leaving lyrics for Rex. I liked their interactions outside of writing a song together, and how they kind of got to know one another. It takes place over a fairly short period of time, but it didn't feel like it. The story and the relationship between the two of them definitely felt bigger than the number of pages.

[Heike · Rating 2 out of 5]

Will, in his early thirties, tall, chubby, and a bit nerdy openly gay guy with an office job is a big fan of Rex, openly gay singer/songwriter.
They happen to be in the same hotel for a few weeks where Will observes Rex struggling with the lyrics for a new song, and Will decides to secretly help him.

This story is told in 3rd person all Will's point of view. Maybe it would have been better if one could understand Rex' thoughts, but as is 70% of the story were Will thinking starstrucked about Rex, and Will thinking about how chubby and unattractive he, himself, is. *yawn*. With little to no interaction between the two protagonists. Then, when they finally talk, Rex is all over him in a creepy way.
Big plus - no detailed sex. And it was really really well written, otherwise I can not even imagine how I made it all through.

[Riley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Like a sweetly sappy, PG-rated Hallmark movie. The first half is great and nicely crushy, but I eventually found it a little disappointing that the MC spends more time interacting with his best friend than with the love interest (by like a factor of 4). Also, while I identify with stories about people insecure about their weight, I found the level of ego boosting the love interest has to do to convince the MC that he indeed does find him attractive to be a little cringey.

[Ed Davis · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is my first book of 2021. I like these sweet stories by Brigham Vaughn. This one is shorter, but it’s still sweet. I did get a little frustrated with Will when he kept avoiding Rex. But of course I knew it would all work out in the end.

[Betsy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exactly like a Hallmark holiday movie, including a visit to a small town to find love, and a very low heat level, except our protagonists are men. Cute. I loved the portrayal of male friendship.

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hallmark movie level of sweetness and romance and if Hallmark was smart they'd reach out to the author and turn this one into a movie.

The book was definitely romance-centric, so I don't feel like I got to Rex or Will on a very deep level, but they didn't feel like strangers either. I knew them through the context of their romance and since that's what this holiday nugget was all about, it was fine by me.

I did highlight some of Carter's (Will's BFF) snark, he's pretty magical and I'm looking forward to reading his book.

[Lena Grey · Rating 4 out of 5]

“When you're at odds with yourself, it's hard to create. Sometimes the writing process is as easy as opening up the window and letting in the breeze. And sometimes it's like chiseling away at a block of granite with a pencil.” ~ Anthony Kiedis, Scar Tissue

Although Williamsville, New York, is not the thriving metropolis he is accustomed to, Will Johnson’s, of ‘Snowflakes and Song Lyrics’ by Hank Edwards, stay there becomes a thousand times more interesting when he learns from his best friend, Carter, that Will’s favorite music star, Rex Garland, is going to be performing there all month! Will has been a fan of Rex’s for a long time; he is thrilled with the prospect of seeing Rex perform in person. What he doesn’t expect to do is actually meet him.

The hotel Will is staying in is okay, but the people there are friendly and Accommodating which makes up for annoying things like the heater stuck on full blast all the time. Will is forced to open a window to cool things down to a tolerable level. When he does, Will notices someone from the room right across the courtyard come out of his room, carrying a guitar, and sit down on the patio just outside the door. There’s something familiar about the dark-haired, bearded guy. On second glance, Will realizes that it’s Rex Garland. Will is both excited and nervous at the prospect of Rex is staying in the same hotel. Transfixed, he watches Rex, but when Rex suddenly looks up, Will, who is still in his underwear, ducks down, hoping that Rex hasn’t seen him spying on him.

Even though he knows he will be teased, Will relates the story to Carter, who encourages him to pursue Rex. Will blows him off, telling him that he is being ridiculous, asking what someone like Rex would never want with someone like him.

Will continues to secretly enjoy to Rex’s nightly serenades and is able to feel his frustration as his writer’s block continues. Rex needs to write this song, but it’s just not working for him. As Will listens to the words that Rex has managed to put together and has a sudden, yet atypical moment of lyrical inspiration. Will begins to put down the words that, so far, Rex hasn’t been able to grasp. Now all he needs to do is figure out a way to get the words to Rex without him knowing who it they came from.

This is an endearing Christmas love story about two men who are complete opposites, joined together by the magic of music. I loved Will; his humility and “realness” endeared him to me. His friendship with Carter and their witty, somewhat off-color conversations were entertaining and hilarious. At the same time, it was clear that they held each other in high regard. I liked Rex too, although his name made me giggle. Really, Hank... Rex GARLAND. What a name for a Christmas hero. Thanks, Hank, for a great addition to my holiday reading.

[Ashley Yungbluth · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Snowflakes and Song Lyrics" is part of the "Williamsville Inn" series by Hank Edwards. I absolutely loved this book. Will is staying at a hotel in New York, and the room is having problems with the heater, so Will leaves the window open. He hears that Rex is staying at the same hotel and has to write a Christmas song, but he is having issues with writing it. Will takes it upon himself to help out, but to do it secretly so Rex doesn't know it is him. My favorite part of the book is the newest version of the song that Rex added to it. This is my first book by Hank, and I love his writing. I will definitely be checking other books out by this author.

[Mim Crenshaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

This was in so good. I absolutely loved Rex; he was so kind and funny. Will was exactly like Rex said...a big, kind, cuddly bear that was very caring and sweet. Carter was all funny, but told Will exactly what he needed to hear as a friend . This was a beautiful romantic read.

[Jules Lovestoread · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a warm, feel-good holiday romance! <3 <3 <3 Full review coming to www.thenovelapproachreviews.com

[Janice · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was sweet and gentle and charming. And unusual for Hank Edwards, there were no monsters lurking in the shadows.

[Antisocial Recluse · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars Holiday romance

Yes, this would easily turn into a gay made-for-cable-tv holiday movie. Chubby, insecure guy and famous singer wade through lots of sweetness and cheesy dialogue and find their happy ending. No steam btw.

[Suzanne Bourgeois]

this was the sweetest story! it was short but managed to pack a big punch. Poor Will, trying so hard not be star struck, but not managing it. he was adorable thoughout. this story just might become a holiday favorite. just thinking back on it, i get the warm fuzzies.

[Allison · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was what I expect from a holiday story, sweet and cute and funny. I have to admit that I was more invested in Will's and Carter's relationship than I was in Will's and Rex's. But I would re-read it. Plus, Doreen is just lovely.

[Alexandria · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a sweet book. Will has to travel for work and ends up at the same hotel as his favorite singer, Rex. They have a couple of random interactions. When Will hears that Rex is having trouble writing a song, he tries to help him. I loved the cute ways that Will left notes for Rex. I enjoyed the ending of the book.

[C.B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

When you're at the fork in the road, what path do you take? Rex Garland, a gay up and coming singer is staying at the Inn. He is struggling with his creative muse, writers block. Will Johnson, TDY notices his favorite singer, Rex staying at the inn. Will/Big Willie, inconvenienced by the broken heat system, opens his window and hears Rex struggling with his music. Rex is one floor down. Will writes song lyrics for Will as a crush hobby, leaving the notes for Rex to find. Rex happily incorporates the lyrics in his music. They casually meet around the area, Will's secret is safe! Does Rex find out Will's secret? Does Will take the step and talk to Rex? Does he use the lyrics in the final song? Does their casual talking turn into anything? Nice adorable story! I love Will's character, very relatable. Good writing flow, good transitions. I received an ARC from Booksprout am am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Monika · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 Stars

This was a really sweet, definitely sappy holiday story that had me smiling an awful lot! I usually like some angst in my stories and not quite so much silliness but this one felt just right the way it was. This gets high marks for the *sigh worthy* content!

TAGS
-- Holiday/Christmas -- fast easy read -- very sweet -- gave me the warm and fuzzies -- kind of sappy -- loved the MCs... one extremely sweet, chubby (his word not mine) Will & one rock star sexy, Rex -- opposites that fit perfectly -- no on page sex -- a VERY sigh worthy story -- I'm not ready to give up these guys -- recommended to anyone that's looking for an easy, fun holiday read

PS! Boy, do I want a story about Carter!!!!!!

[L H · Rating 5 out of 5]

Will is in Williamsville, New York on an extended work assignment just before Christmas. Whi!e there in an Inn under gradual renovation he encounters his favorite singer. Rex is in the middle of an extended gig in Buffalo and trying to write an original song for his Christmas album. He is not having a lot of luck. Will heard him composing and lends a hand anonymously leaving lyrics. Through their musical collaboration they slowly build an attraction, that leads to a flirtation and eventually to a relationship. This was such a sweet, affirming romance story and Will's friend Carter and Doreen from the Inn are such cool supporting characters. I hope we get Carter's story some day.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jamey A Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is about dreams coming true. Will has been obsessed with gay singer Rex Garland and his music. Will travels to Williamsville for a job assignment and is delighted to find out that Rex will be performing nightly in Williamsville. He's even more delighted to find out that Rex is staying is the same inn. Will opens the window in his room to let in some cool air only to discover that Rex is outside his room directly across from him. Rex is trying to write a Christmas song for his upcoming Christmas album but is struggling with the lyrics. Upon hearing the music Will comes up with lyrics to help his crush. He delivers his lyrics secretly. Thus begins a heartfelt love story. It reads like a fairy tale. I highly recommend.

[Maria E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is part of the Williamsville Inn series.

Will Johnson is away from home on business at the Williamsvile Inn. He's also a big fan of gay singer Rex Garland. To Will's great surprise, Rex is also staying at the Williamsville Inn and Will overhears that Rex is having writer's block when it comes to new song lyrics. SoWill writes some wonderful lyrics and leaves them anonymously where Rex can find them. The result is a beautiful new Christmas song by Rex Garland, which becomes a hit.

Will sees himself as unattractive so he doesn't dare hope that anything might come out of meeting Rex in person, but Will needn't have worried since in fact, Rex likes Will just as he is and pursues a relationship with him. It's a sweet, funny romance between two likeable MCs.

[KR · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a "Hallmark' Christmas movie in the making. A lonely IT guy(Will) is sent to upstate New York right before Christmas. One of his favorite singers (rex) is staying in the same hotel. Rex is having problems with writing a romantic Christmas song. When Will accidentally overhears Rex's conundrum, song lyrics pop into his head and he anonymously shares them with Rex. Despite wanting to get to know Rex, Will continues to avoid him, then fate intervenes.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.