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Silver in the City #1
Silver and Sage
Silver doesn’t have time for feelings or a relationship. Then Sage shows up.
Sage is Silver’s exact opposite, his renter, and his new employee. The kid is much too young and much too innocent.
There are a million reasons why Silver and Sage should never get together. And Silver plans to keep it that way.
Until all of those reasons go up in flames with one kiss.
Silver & Sage is a steamy, slow burn M/M age gap, opposites-attract romance between a shy, inexperienced nerd and an outgoing grump of a bar owner.
*This is the first book in the Silver in the City series.*
Sage is Silver’s exact opposite, his renter, and his new employee. The kid is much too young and much too innocent.
There are a million reasons why Silver and Sage should never get together. And Silver plans to keep it that way.
Until all of those reasons go up in flames with one kiss.
Silver & Sage is a steamy, slow burn M/M age gap, opposites-attract romance between a shy, inexperienced nerd and an outgoing grump of a bar owner.
*This is the first book in the Silver in the City series.*
206 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 26, 2019
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A.D. Ellis
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A.D. Ellis is an Indiana girl, born and raised. She spends much of her time in central Indiana as an instructional coach/teacher in the inner city of Indianapolis, being a mom to two amazing teens, and wondering how she and her husband of over two decades haven't driven each other insane yet. A lot of her time is also devoted to phone call avoidance and her hatred of cooking.
She loves chocolate, hot tea, sweet wine with friends, pizza, and naps along with reading and writing romance. These loves don’t leave much time for housework. Who would pick cleaning the house over a nap or a good book? She uses any extra time to increase her fluency in sarcasm.
A.D. uses she/they pronouns.
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A.D. Ellis is an Indiana girl, born and raised. She spends much of her time in central Indiana as an instructional coach/teacher in the inner city of Indianapolis, being a mom to two amazing teens, and wondering how she and her husband of over two decades haven't driven each other insane yet. A lot of her time is also devoted to phone call avoidance and her hatred of cooking.
She loves chocolate, hot tea, sweet wine with friends, pizza, and naps along with reading and writing romance. These loves don’t leave much time for housework. Who would pick cleaning the house over a nap or a good book? She uses any extra time to increase her fluency in sarcasm.
A.D. uses she/they pronouns.
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A.D. Ellis does not use generative AI to create books or covers.
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November 18, 2021Didn't read far enough to rate? Didn't even read far enough to meet Sage.
The initial introduction is awkward. Silver describes his brother and his cousin, we learn all about them. There's uncomfortable comments on Sage's innocence. Then we start learning all about Silver's parents and business. The info dump seemed to continue and I wasn't liking anyone enough or in the mood to trek through to the actual story.
Also cover guy seems very popular right now, he's appearing a lot lately.
The initial introduction is awkward. Silver describes his brother and his cousin, we learn all about them. There's uncomfortable comments on Sage's innocence. Then we start learning all about Silver's parents and business. The info dump seemed to continue and I wasn't liking anyone enough or in the mood to trek through to the actual story.
Also cover guy seems very popular right now, he's appearing a lot lately.
June 24, 2020
Wow, what a sweet book. I love a slow burn romance. Throw in a grumpy, good looking , older guy and a younger twink and you have a recipe for a great story. This one didn’t disappoint. Although Bode fights his attraction to Sage you know they will eventually get together. This is a well worn story line, but I must say A. D. Ellis pulled it off beautifully.
April 16, 2020
4.75 Stars
I loved everything about Silver and Sage by A.D. Ellis - except - the unfortunate epilogue.
The characters of Silver and Sage are masterfully written. In fact everyone in the novel - except two fathers known as the Porn Brothers - was someone easy to care about. The age gap between Silver and Sage, 12 years with both men being above 24, was significant only to Silver.
Silver and Sage is a wonderful, opposites attract story that clearly left me wanting more. And that was the problem with the epilogue.
Many authors use the technique of a 'come-on' at their novel’s conclusion to persuade readers to buy the next book in the series. In this case, it was not only unnecessary - I definitely intend to read the entire series - but it was a genuine disappointment.
I loved everything about Silver and Sage by A.D. Ellis - except - the unfortunate epilogue.
The characters of Silver and Sage are masterfully written. In fact everyone in the novel - except two fathers known as the Porn Brothers - was someone easy to care about. The age gap between Silver and Sage, 12 years with both men being above 24, was significant only to Silver.
Silver and Sage is a wonderful, opposites attract story that clearly left me wanting more. And that was the problem with the epilogue.
Many authors use the technique of a 'come-on' at their novel’s conclusion to persuade readers to buy the next book in the series. In this case, it was not only unnecessary - I definitely intend to read the entire series - but it was a genuine disappointment.
January 2, 2021
It's not a bad story, it's only that it brings nothing new. The characters are okay, but I didn't fell in love with them, and I found the conflict was belieable but kind of silly in the end.
It didn't convinced me to keep reading the series :(
It didn't convinced me to keep reading the series :(
March 27, 2021
A formulaic slow-burn, age-gap gay romance. The novel spends far too much time in the obligatory "we can't, it wouldn't be appropriate" phase of the MCs' relationship. Some characters, especially Sage, are not consistently depicted. There are stock characters which do cliché things, such as an overbearing father belittling his son. Still, this is a sweet bit of fluff that some would like. The book is neither good nor bad.
Technical notes:
There are too many grammatical errors that should have been caught in editing.
There should be a trigger warning because there is a reference to a backstory involving consensual, underage incest.
Technical notes:
There are too many grammatical errors that should have been caught in editing.
There should be a trigger warning because there is a reference to a backstory involving consensual, underage incest.
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August 16, 2020DNF @ 70%. I’m not giving stars because I can’t articulate why this didn’t work for me. I didn’t click with the writing or the characters, but it’s not like there was anything inherently bad about it. I just couldn’t get engaged.
I’d be willing to try another series by this author.
I’d be willing to try another series by this author.
December 26, 2019
A great start to a new series.
I've been enjoying A.D. Ellis's MM romance books since I read my first one back in July 2016. Silver & Sage is the first book in a new series of three stories, each centered on a different couple. This book introduces us to Bode (bo dee) Silver, his twin Benji, and their cousin, Kyson Silver. The three guys live together in a large 4-bedroom apartment above the bar that Bode is opening.
Silver & Sage focuses on Bode and his love interest, Sage. Bode is about 10 years older than Sage and he doesn't want a relationship. When Sage applies to rent the extra bedroom in their apartment, Bode is not in favor of it. He's attracted to Sage but won't admit it and he doesn't want the distraction because he needs to focus on running his new business.
Sage is working on his Master of Science degree and wants to rent an apartment that is closer to his school. He's never had many friends and is happy to be welcomed into the Silver family. He has a lot of insecurities and is puzzled by Bode's dislike of him.
In this book we also learn about the a-hole Silver brothers – Bode and Benji's father, Dick, and Kyson's father, Rod. Bode's father loaned him the money to open the bar and is holding that over his head and trying to control how he runs his business.
I think this book does a great job of setting up the series in addition to telling us Bode and Sage's story. I found the characters to be interesting and the story engaging. There is a nice HFN for Bode and Sage while also setting things up for the next book in the series which will be about Benji and Rhys Golden.
I'm looking forward to reading Silver & Gold which releases in late January 2020.
An advanced copy of this book was provided to me but my review was voluntary and not influenced by the author.
I've been enjoying A.D. Ellis's MM romance books since I read my first one back in July 2016. Silver & Sage is the first book in a new series of three stories, each centered on a different couple. This book introduces us to Bode (bo dee) Silver, his twin Benji, and their cousin, Kyson Silver. The three guys live together in a large 4-bedroom apartment above the bar that Bode is opening.
Silver & Sage focuses on Bode and his love interest, Sage. Bode is about 10 years older than Sage and he doesn't want a relationship. When Sage applies to rent the extra bedroom in their apartment, Bode is not in favor of it. He's attracted to Sage but won't admit it and he doesn't want the distraction because he needs to focus on running his new business.
Sage is working on his Master of Science degree and wants to rent an apartment that is closer to his school. He's never had many friends and is happy to be welcomed into the Silver family. He has a lot of insecurities and is puzzled by Bode's dislike of him.
In this book we also learn about the a-hole Silver brothers – Bode and Benji's father, Dick, and Kyson's father, Rod. Bode's father loaned him the money to open the bar and is holding that over his head and trying to control how he runs his business.
I think this book does a great job of setting up the series in addition to telling us Bode and Sage's story. I found the characters to be interesting and the story engaging. There is a nice HFN for Bode and Sage while also setting things up for the next book in the series which will be about Benji and Rhys Golden.
I'm looking forward to reading Silver & Gold which releases in late January 2020.
An advanced copy of this book was provided to me but my review was voluntary and not influenced by the author.
March 13, 2020
4 Stars!
This was such a fun start of the series!
I loved Sage, he might have been younger than Bode and innocent, but he was no pushover. I liked Bode, however, I will admit I have problems with characters that use age as an excuse to not give in to what they obviously want and to keep pushing the other MC away. I get that he wanted to do the right thing, but was it really the right thing to keep Sage at arm's length? Nope, not at all. He got better once he got his head out of his shapely behind and decided to do right by Sage, which thankfully, happened just before I gave up on Bode altogether. I get this is a slow-burn, but 60% is pushing it a bit. *sighs* Still, I loved that Sage got that time to forge a nice friendship with Bode, Benji and Ky beforehand, which is something that had been sorely lacking in his life before then. Sage and Bode definitely had chemistry and they were really great together after Bode gave in to the inevitable. LOL
Benji and Ky were great supporting characters and I'm looking forward to their stories already! However, I hated the porn brothers (hahahahaha!) and I wished Bode and Benji's dad had gotten his comeuppance. I'm still holding out hope that it'll happen before the series end.
This was a very entertaining book. Engaging, sweet, hot and even if the ending was a bit rushed as the author set up the next book in the series, it was still my favorite of the three.
*** Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure, a review wasn't a requirement. ***
This was such a fun start of the series!
I loved Sage, he might have been younger than Bode and innocent, but he was no pushover. I liked Bode, however, I will admit I have problems with characters that use age as an excuse to not give in to what they obviously want and to keep pushing the other MC away. I get that he wanted to do the right thing, but was it really the right thing to keep Sage at arm's length? Nope, not at all. He got better once he got his head out of his shapely behind and decided to do right by Sage, which thankfully, happened just before I gave up on Bode altogether. I get this is a slow-burn, but 60% is pushing it a bit. *sighs* Still, I loved that Sage got that time to forge a nice friendship with Bode, Benji and Ky beforehand, which is something that had been sorely lacking in his life before then. Sage and Bode definitely had chemistry and they were really great together after Bode gave in to the inevitable. LOL
Benji and Ky were great supporting characters and I'm looking forward to their stories already! However, I hated the porn brothers (hahahahaha!) and I wished Bode and Benji's dad had gotten his comeuppance. I'm still holding out hope that it'll happen before the series end.
This was a very entertaining book. Engaging, sweet, hot and even if the ending was a bit rushed as the author set up the next book in the series, it was still my favorite of the three.
*** Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure, a review wasn't a requirement. ***
January 15, 2020
Bode is my favorite kind of character,all gruff,scowling sexiness. He's even more of an adorable grump once Sage moves in as a roommate. He convinced himself he has to fight the attraction to the cute, younger man,which, of course, makes Sage become a bigger temptation.
Sage is indeed inexperienced, shy and socially awkward, but he's definitely not a pushover. Assertive when it's needed and with a clear mind of what he wants... which is very much Bode, if only the sexy grump would hurry up and get over his hangups.
So it becomes an entertaining waiting game for Bode to dig his head out of his backside,lol,because he's obviously fighting a loosing battle. I've had so much fun watching Bode and Sage together. They squabble like an old married couple,all but jumping at each other...until they finally do...and I mean jump on each other, more like. There's so much chemistry between them, and also sweetness because of their emotional connection,the depth of their feelings for one another.
And now,with 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 & 𝗦𝗮𝗴𝗲,there's one Silver man paired up, two more to go. Can't wait for the next book in the series.
Sage is indeed inexperienced, shy and socially awkward, but he's definitely not a pushover. Assertive when it's needed and with a clear mind of what he wants... which is very much Bode, if only the sexy grump would hurry up and get over his hangups.
So it becomes an entertaining waiting game for Bode to dig his head out of his backside,lol,because he's obviously fighting a loosing battle. I've had so much fun watching Bode and Sage together. They squabble like an old married couple,all but jumping at each other...until they finally do...and I mean jump on each other, more like. There's so much chemistry between them, and also sweetness because of their emotional connection,the depth of their feelings for one another.
And now,with 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 & 𝗦𝗮𝗴𝗲,there's one Silver man paired up, two more to go. Can't wait for the next book in the series.
September 6, 2021
Based in Indianapolis, this three book series begins with the twins and their cousin (all Silvers) in a new apartment seeking a flatmate. All are entrepreneurs about to open new commercial spaces. Sage, a graduate student, moves in and, as part of a family team, contributes to the efforts of opening a bar. A controlling father provides friction and angst, as Bode launches his establishment and yields to his attraction to Sage. Humor filters through the plot as Ellis populates the trio of books, reading as real life, realistic and real world. The passion scenes are hot and well handled, again sensitive to a developing romance.
December 26, 2019
This is a fantastic start to a new series, and I'm already in love with the whole gang. This is Bode and Sage's story, and it has its share of pining, caused by a grumpy Bode who takes a bit to warm up to the younger, introverted Sage. Bode soon proves he is really a pretty big softie, and is especially protective when it comes to Sage. And Sage is just so sweet, incredibly awkward and very mature for his age. I loved the opposites-attract dynamic between them; it was a great mix of explosive chemistry and gooey romantic sweetness. Looking forward to Benji and Ky's stories now!
January 18, 2020
True rating 4.25 stars :-D!! Definitely going to read the next one :-D!!
December 6, 2020
Bode, his twin brother, and their cousin are looking for a roommate. They hold interviews for the open room, trying to find a fit. Everyone thinks Sage would be the perfect roommate. Well, everyone except for Bode. He tries all he can to talk the others out of picking Sage. What is Bode's aversion to Sage moving in? And will he win the roommate disagreement?
Silver and Sage is a cute May/December romance between a bitter, brooding, bar owner who is in so much denial about his feelings for a cute little geek who keeps to himself and is very confused as to why Bode is the way he is towards him.
I loved everything about these two and their oh so slow burn romance. As with all the books I've read by this author, it left me completely happy with the outcome but at the same time wanting the story to go on forever because the characters were just so loveable.
Silver and Sage is a cute May/December romance between a bitter, brooding, bar owner who is in so much denial about his feelings for a cute little geek who keeps to himself and is very confused as to why Bode is the way he is towards him.
I loved everything about these two and their oh so slow burn romance. As with all the books I've read by this author, it left me completely happy with the outcome but at the same time wanting the story to go on forever because the characters were just so loveable.
August 22, 2020
This is one great book. As I read it I had to message the author telling her how much I was loving it
Bode, Sage, Kyson and Benji sucked me right on in. These guys couldn’t have had a better friendship/ brotherhood than they did and to bring in Sage they way they did was awesome
Bode. He cracks me up with how grumpy he is. Probably because I am a lot like him. Man he tried to fight his attraction tooth and nail to Sage until he just couldn’t anymore.
Sage. He is so sweet, smart, and not treated very good by family and people his age ( see how I’m leaving friends out).
These two together showed how perfectly opposites can attract and how love can come from
A beautiful friendship.
I really can’t wait for the next “Silver” mans book and to catch up more with all the guys.
Bode, Sage, Kyson and Benji sucked me right on in. These guys couldn’t have had a better friendship/ brotherhood than they did and to bring in Sage they way they did was awesome
Bode. He cracks me up with how grumpy he is. Probably because I am a lot like him. Man he tried to fight his attraction tooth and nail to Sage until he just couldn’t anymore.
Sage. He is so sweet, smart, and not treated very good by family and people his age ( see how I’m leaving friends out).
These two together showed how perfectly opposites can attract and how love can come from
A beautiful friendship.
I really can’t wait for the next “Silver” mans book and to catch up more with all the guys.
February 26, 2020
Book 1 of 3, I wanted so much to like this book, but unfortunately, I didn't. I'm not saying it was a bad read, it just had a few things that I questioned while reading, will it stop me from reading books 2 & 3, no probably not.
I did like Sage, he was a sweet character and deserved love, even from the constantly "huffing" gruff Bode. The pace was a little slow but when they do finally get together it's like a speeding train.
I wish I wasn't in the minority on this one :) ARC provided for an honest review
I did like Sage, he was a sweet character and deserved love, even from the constantly "huffing" gruff Bode. The pace was a little slow but when they do finally get together it's like a speeding train.
I wish I wasn't in the minority on this one :) ARC provided for an honest review
August 24, 2020
A sweet and slow burn romance.
I liked both Silver (Bode) and Sage. Silver may have been a little gruff and ruff around the edges at first, but he really was just as sweet as Sage. I liked how long it took before the two actually got together. This is a well written opposites-attract story with great characters.
Michael Stone’s narration was good. It wasn’t always consistent though, BUT I did like the narration overall. His voice is really good for the more emotional and sensual parts.
I liked both Silver (Bode) and Sage. Silver may have been a little gruff and ruff around the edges at first, but he really was just as sweet as Sage. I liked how long it took before the two actually got together. This is a well written opposites-attract story with great characters.
Michael Stone’s narration was good. It wasn’t always consistent though, BUT I did like the narration overall. His voice is really good for the more emotional and sensual parts.
January 9, 2021
When I was a teen, though myself in love, I pretended to fall so the guy I liked would catch me. It felt romantic in the moment, but it is just so silly and typical teenage antics. This book made me feel and think of that. A series of moments like mine strung together to a book. Its not a bad read, it is just meh. Good for a not really paying atention, mindless, straight trough book.
November 30, 2021
I just couldn’t get into it at all. Awful patronising Daddy. Writing so naiive and painful. Glad that I read it for free and didn’t have to pay for it.
July 15, 2020
Audiobook review:
Overall – 5
Performance – 4
Story – 5
Michael Stone is a new to me narrator and I think he did a great job with this story. It was easy to distinguish the different characters based on the voices he used. He doesn't have a lot of audiobooks on Audible and I would be very surprised if he doesn't also narrate using another name; he's too good to be brand new. I would definitely listen to more audiobooks from him.
I originally read and reviewed this book when it was first released back in December 2019. Below is a copy of that review.
A great start to a new series.
I've been enjoying A.D. Ellis's MM romance books since I read my first one back in July 2016. Silver & Sage is the first book in a new series of three stories, each centered on a different couple. This book introduces us to Bode (bo dee) Silver, his twin Benji, and their cousin, Kyson Silver. The three guys live together in a large 4-bedroom apartment above the bar that Bode is opening.
Silver & Sage focuses on Bode and his love interest, Sage. Bode is about 10 years older than Sage and he doesn't want a relationship. When Sage applies to rent the extra bedroom in their apartment, Bode is not in favor of it. He's attracted to Sage but won't admit it and he doesn't want the distraction because he needs to focus on running his new business.
Sage is working on his Master of Science degree and wants to rent an apartment that is closer to his school. He's never had many friends and is happy to be welcomed into the Silver family. He has a lot of insecurities and is puzzled by Bode's dislike of him.
In this book we also learn about the a-hole Silver brothers – Bode and Benji's father, Dick, and Kyson's father, Rod. Bode's father loaned him the money to open the bar and is holding that over his head and trying to control how he runs his business.
I think this book does a great job of setting up the series in addition to telling us Bode and Sage's story. I found the characters to be interesting and the story engaging. There is a nice HFN for Bode and Sage while also setting things up for the next book in the series which will be about Benji and Rhys Golden.
I'm looking forward to reading Silver & Gold which releases in late January 2020.
An advanced copy of this book, and audiobook, was provided to me but my review was voluntary and not influenced by the author.
Overall – 5
Performance – 4
Story – 5
Michael Stone is a new to me narrator and I think he did a great job with this story. It was easy to distinguish the different characters based on the voices he used. He doesn't have a lot of audiobooks on Audible and I would be very surprised if he doesn't also narrate using another name; he's too good to be brand new. I would definitely listen to more audiobooks from him.
I originally read and reviewed this book when it was first released back in December 2019. Below is a copy of that review.
A great start to a new series.
I've been enjoying A.D. Ellis's MM romance books since I read my first one back in July 2016. Silver & Sage is the first book in a new series of three stories, each centered on a different couple. This book introduces us to Bode (bo dee) Silver, his twin Benji, and their cousin, Kyson Silver. The three guys live together in a large 4-bedroom apartment above the bar that Bode is opening.
Silver & Sage focuses on Bode and his love interest, Sage. Bode is about 10 years older than Sage and he doesn't want a relationship. When Sage applies to rent the extra bedroom in their apartment, Bode is not in favor of it. He's attracted to Sage but won't admit it and he doesn't want the distraction because he needs to focus on running his new business.
Sage is working on his Master of Science degree and wants to rent an apartment that is closer to his school. He's never had many friends and is happy to be welcomed into the Silver family. He has a lot of insecurities and is puzzled by Bode's dislike of him.
In this book we also learn about the a-hole Silver brothers – Bode and Benji's father, Dick, and Kyson's father, Rod. Bode's father loaned him the money to open the bar and is holding that over his head and trying to control how he runs his business.
I think this book does a great job of setting up the series in addition to telling us Bode and Sage's story. I found the characters to be interesting and the story engaging. There is a nice HFN for Bode and Sage while also setting things up for the next book in the series which will be about Benji and Rhys Golden.
I'm looking forward to reading Silver & Gold which releases in late January 2020.
An advanced copy of this book, and audiobook, was provided to me but my review was voluntary and not influenced by the author.
May 24, 2021
The start of a series has a set of twins and their cousin (age 34) starting their own businesses but first up is Bode opening a club and they decide to take on a roommate to help with costs. Sage is the best bet (24 year old Master's student - genius and awkward levels off the charts) but Bode is instantly attracted so tries to veto it but his family over-rides. He thinks the kids is too young and innocent and he hates he's attracted.
Before long though Sage is part of the family, finally has friends and is working part-time for Bode in the club. Everyone sees the attraction but Bode resists until finally he gives in.
Despite Sage being kind of awkward and shy, he gives Bode as good as he gets. They bicker and snipe at each other but generally they all get along. I thought they were all really open. They take Sage with them to their family (Bode & Benji's dad is a real asshole) and in the car they admit all kinds of personal stuff, like the twins and cousin experimented sexually as teens and Sage tells them that he's a virgin. I thought that was pretty out there, on the other hand I appreciated that when they do finally hook up Sage is open about his experience or lack there of.
Of course the dad who loaned Bode the money shows up and starts saying how he wants things done and stirring up shit and being rude to Sage. I was kind of annoyed that they find a way to get out from under his father's thumb but there is never really a resolution to the issue. Maybe it happens in Benji's book. Despite Bode's continual denial I did like him and Sage was much spunkier than I thought he'd be. So on the whole, and okay read but it didn't pull me in enough to pursue the rest of the series right now.
Before long though Sage is part of the family, finally has friends and is working part-time for Bode in the club. Everyone sees the attraction but Bode resists until finally he gives in.
Despite Sage being kind of awkward and shy, he gives Bode as good as he gets. They bicker and snipe at each other but generally they all get along. I thought they were all really open. They take Sage with them to their family (Bode & Benji's dad is a real asshole) and in the car they admit all kinds of personal stuff, like the twins and cousin experimented sexually as teens and Sage tells them that he's a virgin. I thought that was pretty out there, on the other hand I appreciated that when they do finally hook up Sage is open about his experience or lack there of.
Of course the dad who loaned Bode the money shows up and starts saying how he wants things done and stirring up shit and being rude to Sage. I was kind of annoyed that they find a way to get out from under his father's thumb but there is never really a resolution to the issue. Maybe it happens in Benji's book. Despite Bode's continual denial I did like him and Sage was much spunkier than I thought he'd be. So on the whole, and okay read but it didn't pull me in enough to pursue the rest of the series right now.
January 27, 2020
3.5 Stars so rounding up to 4
This is a decent start to the series. I loved the beginning of the book and I do love the premise of the story and series; I just had a couple of issues with the pacing of the story.
I love the premise of the series – 2 brothers and a cousin, best friends, living together and helping each other start businesses close to their apartment and each other. I love all the characters so far.
Sage is a nerdy genius without many friends who lacks self-confidence and has very little sexual experience. Bode is the exact opposite and they’re like magnets, much to Bode’s dismay. Even though they are opposites, they commiserate with similar miserable pasts. Sage and Bode become friends before becoming lovers which is always a favorite trope of mine as is the opposites attract.
Bode and Sage have an instant attraction which Bode fights through about 60% of the book during which time he runs hot and cold with Sage. Bode then has an epiphany, decides to stop fighting the attraction and goes all in and this is where the pacing of the story is off for me. For the remaining 25% of the book which focused on Bode and Sage it felt like someone had a finger on the fast forward button and then we switched gears and the author began setting the stage for the next book in the series. Once the switch was flipped for the couple it seemed the author just wanted to finish their story and move onto the next.
Other than this issue, I liked the book and I will be reading the next two because I like all the characters we met.
This is a decent start to the series. I loved the beginning of the book and I do love the premise of the story and series; I just had a couple of issues with the pacing of the story.
I love the premise of the series – 2 brothers and a cousin, best friends, living together and helping each other start businesses close to their apartment and each other. I love all the characters so far.
Sage is a nerdy genius without many friends who lacks self-confidence and has very little sexual experience. Bode is the exact opposite and they’re like magnets, much to Bode’s dismay. Even though they are opposites, they commiserate with similar miserable pasts. Sage and Bode become friends before becoming lovers which is always a favorite trope of mine as is the opposites attract.
Bode and Sage have an instant attraction which Bode fights through about 60% of the book during which time he runs hot and cold with Sage. Bode then has an epiphany, decides to stop fighting the attraction and goes all in and this is where the pacing of the story is off for me. For the remaining 25% of the book which focused on Bode and Sage it felt like someone had a finger on the fast forward button and then we switched gears and the author began setting the stage for the next book in the series. Once the switch was flipped for the couple it seemed the author just wanted to finish their story and move onto the next.
Other than this issue, I liked the book and I will be reading the next two because I like all the characters we met.
January 21, 2020
Omg. I love Silver and Sage. The first book in AD Ellis' Silver in the City series, it's fantastic!
I love Bode and Sage. Separately and together. They are mesmerizing from the start. Complete opposites, full of awkwardness, with the tension and small moments warming my heart. One man is socially awkward, the other is a people person.
Enter the Silver Boys. Two twins and their cousin. They are spectacular together, compelling and likeable. I enjoy their closeness as well as the way they banter.
Sage is an adorably sweet, endearing character. He's never has had a group who he belonged with, or anyone who really cared about him. His relationship with the Silver boys is enchanting. I love it all!
Bode is attracted to Sage immediately, but he's hung up on their 10 year age gap. Watching him suffer is certainly enjoyable. Of course, as great as the family element is for Bode, his relationship with his father sucks, adding a lot to the story.
Seriously, the writing is fabulous. A great story, intriguing characters, and some hot sex. The author excels at developing seamless dialogue, as well as creating characters who fully come alive. You can't go wrong with this one. And it ends with the perfect lead in to book two, Silver and Gold.
I am downright giddy about Silver and Sage and the whole Silver in the City series. If the others are even close to as good as this one, they will be amazing.
June 26, 2020
A.D. Ellis started her Silver in The City trilogy strong with Silver and Sage. Nothing is as sexy as someone being crazy about your brain. These two personify opposites attract in every way and their chemistry is palpable!
Silver and Gold brings even more passion and angst. The characters connection spans the entire story and show so much passion.
Silver and Spice is one of a kind. I think it’s my favourite of the series. From the start of the trilogy this story has been building tension and chemistry. The other Silver men have as much riding on Bay and Kyson as they have in their own relationships from the very beginning. The sexual tension is like a living thing between them everywhere they go, the connection and the commitment is like nothing else. The love, is so deep and meaningful. They are a beautiful pair.
Ellis writes the main and side characters with so much passion you can feel it in every chapter! Their depth, emotions and personalities shine through from book to book! Her descriptionS in sweet moments and spicy moments brings life to the story and paints a beautiful picture in readers minds.
The stories are so raw and realistic from hidden love, family drama and inner doubt to finally getting what you’ve always wanted. These beautiful stories will make you believe in true love!
Silver and Gold brings even more passion and angst. The characters connection spans the entire story and show so much passion.
Silver and Spice is one of a kind. I think it’s my favourite of the series. From the start of the trilogy this story has been building tension and chemistry. The other Silver men have as much riding on Bay and Kyson as they have in their own relationships from the very beginning. The sexual tension is like a living thing between them everywhere they go, the connection and the commitment is like nothing else. The love, is so deep and meaningful. They are a beautiful pair.
Ellis writes the main and side characters with so much passion you can feel it in every chapter! Their depth, emotions and personalities shine through from book to book! Her descriptionS in sweet moments and spicy moments brings life to the story and paints a beautiful picture in readers minds.
The stories are so raw and realistic from hidden love, family drama and inner doubt to finally getting what you’ve always wanted. These beautiful stories will make you believe in true love!
August 29, 2020
Silver and Sage is the first book in the Silver in the City series. Although each book can technically be read as a standalone, this series is best enjoyed in consecutive order as a whole. Each book focuses on one of the Silver brothers/cousin with a basic trope as the theme of the romance.
In Silver and Sage, the romance trope is age gap, opposites-attract, and a slow-burn relationship where both men try to fight their attraction. The plot highlights each element of the tropes while also playing up the conflict between an overbearing father and a fed-up son. The overall writing is decent and straightforward with little subtlety. The story was sweet and delivered everything the blurb promised. The writing style wasn’t my personal favorite, but besides that, I did enjoy this story and romance.
The audiobook was narrated by Michael Stone who has a smooth and steady narration style. He didn’t really perform the book like a voice actor would, but he did narrate it with a calm and effortless manner. There wasn’t a lot of changes to the different voices of the characters, but Michael Stone placed inflections and emphasis where it was needed. Overall I thought he had a nice voice and the audiobook production was well done.
In Silver and Sage, the romance trope is age gap, opposites-attract, and a slow-burn relationship where both men try to fight their attraction. The plot highlights each element of the tropes while also playing up the conflict between an overbearing father and a fed-up son. The overall writing is decent and straightforward with little subtlety. The story was sweet and delivered everything the blurb promised. The writing style wasn’t my personal favorite, but besides that, I did enjoy this story and romance.
The audiobook was narrated by Michael Stone who has a smooth and steady narration style. He didn’t really perform the book like a voice actor would, but he did narrate it with a calm and effortless manner. There wasn’t a lot of changes to the different voices of the characters, but Michael Stone placed inflections and emphasis where it was needed. Overall I thought he had a nice voice and the audiobook production was well done.
August 17, 2022
Performance: 3 Stars
Story: 3.5 Stars
This mildly slow-burn romance was pleasant enough, and checks off several popular tropes...opposites-attract, age gap, virgin MC, growly/protective MC, and some family drama with a found family aspect.
Gruff/grumpy Bode (34), with his twin brother and cousin (their last name is Silver, hence the title/series name), opens a new bar and takes on a new employee/roommate - the sweet, shy, and unassuming Sage (24). Despite all of Bode's angst (though this isn't an angsty book) about being too old and an otherwise terrible match for Sage, they can't fight their feelings and attraction and fall in love anyway.
I'd be remiss not to mention the super awkward conversation (not between characters, but for me as a reader/listener) where Bode explains how he, his brother and cousin (the MCs of the next two books) gained "experience" growing up by getting handsy and mouthy with each other as teenagers. It's all treated very casually and matter-of-fact, but my head was spinning like the exorcist...like, that particular trope has its own space (no judgement) and wedging it into a casual "getting to know you conversation" between MCs out of the blue was a definite "Whaaaaat did he just say?!" moment.
I wasn't really a fan of the narration here. Narrator Michael Stone provided distinct voices for Bode and Sage, but to my ears his delivery sounded pretty flat overall, if not monotone. It wasn't inherently bad, I just need/expect more dynamic performances in audio books.
Story: 3.5 Stars
This mildly slow-burn romance was pleasant enough, and checks off several popular tropes...opposites-attract, age gap, virgin MC, growly/protective MC, and some family drama with a found family aspect.
Gruff/grumpy Bode (34), with his twin brother and cousin (their last name is Silver, hence the title/series name), opens a new bar and takes on a new employee/roommate - the sweet, shy, and unassuming Sage (24). Despite all of Bode's angst (though this isn't an angsty book) about being too old and an otherwise terrible match for Sage, they can't fight their feelings and attraction and fall in love anyway.
I'd be remiss not to mention the super awkward conversation (not between characters, but for me as a reader/listener) where Bode explains how he, his brother and cousin (the MCs of the next two books) gained "experience" growing up by getting handsy and mouthy with each other as teenagers. It's all treated very casually and matter-of-fact, but my head was spinning like the exorcist...like, that particular trope has its own space (no judgement) and wedging it into a casual "getting to know you conversation" between MCs out of the blue was a definite "Whaaaaat did he just say?!" moment.
I wasn't really a fan of the narration here. Narrator Michael Stone provided distinct voices for Bode and Sage, but to my ears his delivery sounded pretty flat overall, if not monotone. It wasn't inherently bad, I just need/expect more dynamic performances in audio books.
February 4, 2023
“𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗴𝗼 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝘆𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴.”
Silver and Sage is book 1 in the Silver in the City Series and features the older, grumpy Boden and the younger, sweet Sage. These two had a chemistry-fueled push and pull for more than half the book before Bode (rhymes with Jodie) got his head out of his rear end and professed his interested in the younger man. Then they had the sexiest and sweetest romance to finish out the story.
So Bode lives with his twin brother and cousin in an apartment over the bar he’s about to open. They need a fourth roommate and that’s where they young, genius Sage comes in to play. Bode is immediately attracted to him but he keeps saying he’s too young, a renter, and an employee so he tried to resist.
Sage is socially awkward and lonely. But over time he finds a deep friendship with the three guys while also trying to figure out of abode reciprocates feelings. He may be inexperienced but he’s not innocent and when Bode finally caves, we see it all.
Overall I enjoyed this one. It was quick, sexy, and lowish angst. I can definitely see myself reading more from this series!
QUOTE HIGHLIGHTS: 13
POV: 1st, Dual
STEAM: 🔥🔥🔥
TROPES: MM, Age Gap, Slow Burn
🅁🄰🅃🄸🄽🄶: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Silver and Sage is book 1 in the Silver in the City Series and features the older, grumpy Boden and the younger, sweet Sage. These two had a chemistry-fueled push and pull for more than half the book before Bode (rhymes with Jodie) got his head out of his rear end and professed his interested in the younger man. Then they had the sexiest and sweetest romance to finish out the story.
So Bode lives with his twin brother and cousin in an apartment over the bar he’s about to open. They need a fourth roommate and that’s where they young, genius Sage comes in to play. Bode is immediately attracted to him but he keeps saying he’s too young, a renter, and an employee so he tried to resist.
Sage is socially awkward and lonely. But over time he finds a deep friendship with the three guys while also trying to figure out of abode reciprocates feelings. He may be inexperienced but he’s not innocent and when Bode finally caves, we see it all.
Overall I enjoyed this one. It was quick, sexy, and lowish angst. I can definitely see myself reading more from this series!
QUOTE HIGHLIGHTS: 13
POV: 1st, Dual
STEAM: 🔥🔥🔥
TROPES: MM, Age Gap, Slow Burn
🅁🄰🅃🄸🄽🄶: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
December 30, 2019
The two main characters Bode and Sage have an instant attraction and so did I after a couple of pages in this book. The characters who will make up this trilogy, Bode here, Benji in the next book and Ky in the third are so clearly drawn that you immediately want to know more about them. They are living above the bar that Bode is about to open and take on a renter to help pay off the loan from Bode's and Benji's father faster. Enter Sage and the attraction between Sage and Bode is immediate. Before the happily ever after, however, we are treated to a wonderful slow burn involving play in the hayloft, hands-on pool lessons, and bed sharing. Ever wondered whether checking for ticks after a hike can be sexy, you'll find out here. There are also serious issues in play such as Bo's father threatening his business and concerns about age/experience differences. The issues are resolved in a realistic yet romantic way, and the ending which sets up book two in the trilogy was genius! I defy you to read it and not laugh out loud and immediately go pre-order Silver and Gold.
January 25, 2020
“Your relationship is just that; yours. It doesn't have to make sense to anyone else.” ~ Unknown
Bode Silver, his twin brother, Benji, and their cousin, Ky, need a roommate. They have already gone through several applicants and the latest, Sage, is by far the best bet. Oddly, Bode is being stubborn about accepting him, but finally gives in.
Sage can hardly wait to get out of his current living situation and into, what he hopes, is a better one. When they give him the approval, he’s back in two hours with whatever he can carry. He begins to have second thoughts when Bode starts right in, treating him like he doesn’t like Sage. When Bode’s brother and cousin tells him that, since he is the one with a truck, Bode is the one who can help Sage go shopping for a bed, it makes Sage anxious. Everyone likes Sage; he soon becomes an integral part of the group; even joining them on a field trip to where they grew up. The trip is enlightening in many ways, one being that it explains why Bode is so determined to prove his father, who lent him money, wrong about him being a screw-up. Sage decides to make it his mission to win Bode over by being helpful, yet as inconspicuous as possible, while trying to ignore his attraction to the older man.
Bode feels the attraction as well, but is determined not to give in to it, telling himself that he doesn’t have the time or patience to babysit an innocent young man. He concentrates on opening the Salty Lizard, his bar, and show his disapproving father, who loaned him money to open it, wrong about how much of a loser he is. As time goes on and he and Sage get to know each other, he has to admit that Sage, although socially awkward and inexperienced, may well be the most mature of any of them. When the inevitable kiss comes, he pushes Sage away telling him it was a mistake, leaving Sage feeling angry and hurt.
This is a good introduction to what promises to be a satisfying series. Thanks, A.D., for, once again, demonstrating that opposites can and do attract.
Bode Silver, his twin brother, Benji, and their cousin, Ky, need a roommate. They have already gone through several applicants and the latest, Sage, is by far the best bet. Oddly, Bode is being stubborn about accepting him, but finally gives in.
Sage can hardly wait to get out of his current living situation and into, what he hopes, is a better one. When they give him the approval, he’s back in two hours with whatever he can carry. He begins to have second thoughts when Bode starts right in, treating him like he doesn’t like Sage. When Bode’s brother and cousin tells him that, since he is the one with a truck, Bode is the one who can help Sage go shopping for a bed, it makes Sage anxious. Everyone likes Sage; he soon becomes an integral part of the group; even joining them on a field trip to where they grew up. The trip is enlightening in many ways, one being that it explains why Bode is so determined to prove his father, who lent him money, wrong about him being a screw-up. Sage decides to make it his mission to win Bode over by being helpful, yet as inconspicuous as possible, while trying to ignore his attraction to the older man.
Bode feels the attraction as well, but is determined not to give in to it, telling himself that he doesn’t have the time or patience to babysit an innocent young man. He concentrates on opening the Salty Lizard, his bar, and show his disapproving father, who loaned him money to open it, wrong about how much of a loser he is. As time goes on and he and Sage get to know each other, he has to admit that Sage, although socially awkward and inexperienced, may well be the most mature of any of them. When the inevitable kiss comes, he pushes Sage away telling him it was a mistake, leaving Sage feeling angry and hurt.
This is a good introduction to what promises to be a satisfying series. Thanks, A.D., for, once again, demonstrating that opposites can and do attract.
December 31, 2019
Wow! What an awesome story! I'm not sure exactly what I was expecting, but this book blew me away. Ms. Ellis has not only created credible characters that are quirky, humorous, and down to earth, but she's also put them in a story that will have you smiling, frustrated, angry and ready to cry all at the same time.
The Silver boys are easy to love, almost as much as it's easy to hate their fathers, but love them you will. Throw into the mix, a younger, studious "nerd" that catches the eye of one Bode Silver, and you've got the perfect cocktail leading to love. With a bar to get up and running, who has time for distractions? Will Fate have the last laugh?
I absolutely loved this book and am looking forward to reading the next in this series. It promises to be as awesome as this one was. Definitely worth the read.
I was gifted a copy of this book and am voluntarily giving my honest opinion.
The Silver boys are easy to love, almost as much as it's easy to hate their fathers, but love them you will. Throw into the mix, a younger, studious "nerd" that catches the eye of one Bode Silver, and you've got the perfect cocktail leading to love. With a bar to get up and running, who has time for distractions? Will Fate have the last laugh?
I absolutely loved this book and am looking forward to reading the next in this series. It promises to be as awesome as this one was. Definitely worth the read.
I was gifted a copy of this book and am voluntarily giving my honest opinion.
January 12, 2020
Great beginning
What a great beginning to the new series, Silver in the City. Loved All these guys. The only sticking point for me is the apparent...disinterest?, cluelessness?, blinders?, Bode's mother displayed. If she was such a great mother, how in the world could she let her despicable husband treat Bode the way he did? Why didn't anyone in the family stand up for him and tell that toxic douche to back off. Although Bode's twin and his cousin didn't have anything good to say about that man, they still, apparently, let that horrible treatment continue. Why?
As this series continues, I can only hope that, as the boys find their love lives and their businesses flourishing, that the parents get what's coming to them. And I hope it hurts!
I'm looking forward to the next book in this riveting series.
What a great beginning to the new series, Silver in the City. Loved All these guys. The only sticking point for me is the apparent...disinterest?, cluelessness?, blinders?, Bode's mother displayed. If she was such a great mother, how in the world could she let her despicable husband treat Bode the way he did? Why didn't anyone in the family stand up for him and tell that toxic douche to back off. Although Bode's twin and his cousin didn't have anything good to say about that man, they still, apparently, let that horrible treatment continue. Why?
As this series continues, I can only hope that, as the boys find their love lives and their businesses flourishing, that the parents get what's coming to them. And I hope it hurts!
I'm looking forward to the next book in this riveting series.
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