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Homecoming Hearts #1-5
Homecoming Hearts Collection
Meet the five members of Below Zero, a boy band who have just been dropped by their record label and have to find their way back home again. Join Blake, Joey, Raiden, Trent, and Reyse as they each discover their happy ever afters!
This 1500+ page box set features all five original novels as well as two follow up short stories that catch up with the guys after their HEAs!
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Scorch
Blake Jackson just wants to open a dance school now his pop star days are done. But his life is turned upside down by a reality TV show, and an old school friend the director has made into his fake boyfriend. Blake isn’t gay, but he’s happy to reconnect with barista Elion Rodriguez. However, Elion is gay, and has been secretly in love with Blake since freshman year. As the lines between fake and reality begin to blur, an obsessive stalker shadows Blake. Can he save Elion from getting pulled under?
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Spark
The last thing Joey Sullivan wants is to go back to his homophobic family, but he’s penniless and has no choice. Recently single and heartbroken Gabe Robinson loves the town Joey hates. As a librarian and voluntary firefighter, he’s used to helping people. When Joey gets a lucky break out of state, Gabe doesn’t hesitate to take him on a road trip. The sparks that fly between them have to be just temporary, though. Joey can’t wait to leave town and his family are eager to kick him out the door. Can Gabe’s love save him from ending up on the streets?
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Burn
Songwriter Raiden Jones never thought he’d need a bodyguard. But when a malicious hacker starts destroying his career and threatening his life, he finds himself desperately in need of protection. That means ex-Marine Levi Patterson is stuck on tour with the bratty Raiden, their friction quickly turning sexual. Bisexual Levi is firmly in the closet and Raiden’s never thought of being with a man before, but the chemistry is too fierce to ignore. Will the hacker ruin everything before they can work through their differences?
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Steam
Bad boy movie star Trent Charles is in need of an image makeover. Ashby Wilcott wants some peace and quiet after his ex-boyfriend cheated on him. They both find themselves in a remote sky resort, but Ashby refuses to fall for hot-as-hell Trent. Good thing Trent is straight, because Ashby is done with trouble makers. Except when Trent rescues Ashby from a creep, they find themselves pretending to be boyfriends for a wedding weekend. Ashby awakes a longing in Trent he’s never felt before, and Ashby realizes Trent has a heart of gold. But can this fling last longer than the melting snow when there’s a creep determined to tear them apart?
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Blaze
Reyse Hickson might be an international pop sensation, but he’s also forced to remain in the closet thanks to his homophobic record label. When gorgeous Corey Sheppard saves Reyse from a mugging, Reyse can’t resist falling into his bed, if only for one night. However, a family emergency calls Reyse home, and it seems like the perfect chance for him and Corey to steal some secret time together. But it can’t last. Reyse’s label would never allow it. Can Reyse and Corey walk away from the best thing that’s ever happened to either of them? Or is this love worth going down in a blaze of glory?
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One Night in Hawaii
Raiden and Levi spend a perfect day on their dream Hawaiian vacation, but Levi has plans to make it even more magical.
This 1500+ page box set features all five original novels as well as two follow up short stories that catch up with the guys after their HEAs!
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Scorch
Blake Jackson just wants to open a dance school now his pop star days are done. But his life is turned upside down by a reality TV show, and an old school friend the director has made into his fake boyfriend. Blake isn’t gay, but he’s happy to reconnect with barista Elion Rodriguez. However, Elion is gay, and has been secretly in love with Blake since freshman year. As the lines between fake and reality begin to blur, an obsessive stalker shadows Blake. Can he save Elion from getting pulled under?
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Spark
The last thing Joey Sullivan wants is to go back to his homophobic family, but he’s penniless and has no choice. Recently single and heartbroken Gabe Robinson loves the town Joey hates. As a librarian and voluntary firefighter, he’s used to helping people. When Joey gets a lucky break out of state, Gabe doesn’t hesitate to take him on a road trip. The sparks that fly between them have to be just temporary, though. Joey can’t wait to leave town and his family are eager to kick him out the door. Can Gabe’s love save him from ending up on the streets?
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Burn
Songwriter Raiden Jones never thought he’d need a bodyguard. But when a malicious hacker starts destroying his career and threatening his life, he finds himself desperately in need of protection. That means ex-Marine Levi Patterson is stuck on tour with the bratty Raiden, their friction quickly turning sexual. Bisexual Levi is firmly in the closet and Raiden’s never thought of being with a man before, but the chemistry is too fierce to ignore. Will the hacker ruin everything before they can work through their differences?
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Steam
Bad boy movie star Trent Charles is in need of an image makeover. Ashby Wilcott wants some peace and quiet after his ex-boyfriend cheated on him. They both find themselves in a remote sky resort, but Ashby refuses to fall for hot-as-hell Trent. Good thing Trent is straight, because Ashby is done with trouble makers. Except when Trent rescues Ashby from a creep, they find themselves pretending to be boyfriends for a wedding weekend. Ashby awakes a longing in Trent he’s never felt before, and Ashby realizes Trent has a heart of gold. But can this fling last longer than the melting snow when there’s a creep determined to tear them apart?
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Blaze
Reyse Hickson might be an international pop sensation, but he’s also forced to remain in the closet thanks to his homophobic record label. When gorgeous Corey Sheppard saves Reyse from a mugging, Reyse can’t resist falling into his bed, if only for one night. However, a family emergency calls Reyse home, and it seems like the perfect chance for him and Corey to steal some secret time together. But it can’t last. Reyse’s label would never allow it. Can Reyse and Corey walk away from the best thing that’s ever happened to either of them? Or is this love worth going down in a blaze of glory?
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One Night in Hawaii
Raiden and Levi spend a perfect day on their dream Hawaiian vacation, but Levi has plans to make it even more magical.
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First published January 22, 2020
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H.J. Welch
41 books290 followersHJ Welch is a British author of contemporary American MM small town series and books in multi authored shared universes, including the international number one bestselling Homecoming Hearts. She lives just outside of London with her husband and three balls of fluff that occasionally pretend to be cats.
She began writing at an early age, later honing her craft online in the world of fanfiction on sites like Wattpad. Fifteen years and over half a million words later, she sought out original MM novels to read. By the end of 2016 she had written her first book of her own, and in 2017 she achieved her lifelong dream of becoming a full-time author.
When she’s not writing she’s usually dancing, singing, filming music videos, taking long walks, working on jigsaw puzzles, drinking prosecco, or talking about Eurovision.
She also writes contemporary British MM fairy tale adaptation as Helen Juliet, including bestsellers Thorn in His Side, A Right Royal Affair, and Three.
She began writing at an early age, later honing her craft online in the world of fanfiction on sites like Wattpad. Fifteen years and over half a million words later, she sought out original MM novels to read. By the end of 2016 she had written her first book of her own, and in 2017 she achieved her lifelong dream of becoming a full-time author.
When she’s not writing she’s usually dancing, singing, filming music videos, taking long walks, working on jigsaw puzzles, drinking prosecco, or talking about Eurovision.
She also writes contemporary British MM fairy tale adaptation as Helen Juliet, including bestsellers Thorn in His Side, A Right Royal Affair, and Three.
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February 9, 2020
Delightful and Endearing
Homecoming Hearts Series is a brilliant and entertaining collection of stories, I utterly enjoyed reading.
All books are low on drama and angst, high on sweetness, romance and friendship, über high on hot AF sexy times.
Books are interconnected, with each story focusing on 1 couple journey to their HEA . Ideally , reading them in chronological order is the best way to get into the great world building H.J. Welch have created around this group friends. Yet, they can also be read as standalones , as every novel , ends with their own epilogue months and/or years into the future.
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Homecoming Hearts Series is a brilliant and entertaining collection of stories, I utterly enjoyed reading.
All books are low on drama and angst, high on sweetness, romance and friendship, über high on hot AF sexy times.
Books are interconnected, with each story focusing on 1 couple journey to their HEA . Ideally , reading them in chronological order is the best way to get into the great world building H.J. Welch have created around this group friends. Yet, they can also be read as standalones , as every novel , ends with their own epilogue months and/or years into the future.
#Kindle #HomecomingHeartsSeries #HJWelch #GRR #KU #Amazon #Read2020 #LoveIsLove
February 8, 2020
very good sweet and sexy.. entertaining and made me smile and happy.. some spots made me tear up but it all around was a wonderful series and this author did amazing.
February 16, 2020
The Homecoming Hearts Collection by author H.J. Welch has books 1-5 and two bonus short stories included. The collection is about how each guy rebuilds his life after their band Below Zero breaks up. Each one has a unique journey and road to happiness and love.
Here are the stories in the Collection:
Scorch
Blake Jackson just wants to open a dance school now his pop star days are done. But his life is turned upside down by a reality TV show, and an old school friend the director has made into his fake boyfriend. Blake isn’t gay, but he’s happy to reconnect with barista Elion Rodriguez. However, Elion is gay, and has been secretly in love with Blake since freshman year. As the lines between fake and reality begin to blur, an obsessive stalker shadows Blake. Can he save Elion from getting pulled under?
Spark
The last thing Joey Sullivan wants is to go back to his homophobic family, but he’s penniless and has no choice. Recently single and heartbroken Gabe Robinson loves the town Joey hates. As a librarian and voluntary firefighter, he’s used to helping people. When Joey gets a lucky break out of state, Gabe doesn’t hesitate to take him on a road trip. The sparks that fly between them have to be just temporary, though. Joey can’t wait to leave town and his family are eager to kick him out the door. Can Gabe’s love save him from ending up on the streets?
Burn
Songwriter Raiden Jones never thought he’d need a bodyguard. But when a malicious hacker starts destroying his career and threatening his life, he finds himself desperately in need of protection. That means ex-Marine Levi Patterson is stuck on tour with the bratty Raiden, their friction quickly turning sexual. Bisexual Levi is firmly in the closet and Raiden’s never thought of being with a man before, but the chemistry is too fierce to ignore. Will the hacker ruin everything before they can work through their differences?
Steam
Bad boy movie star Trent Charles is in need of an image makeover. Ashby Wilcott wants some peace and quiet after his ex-boyfriend cheated on him. They both find themselves in a remote sky resort, but Ashby refuses to fall for hot-as-hell Trent. Good thing Trent is straight, because Ashby is done with troublemakers. Except when Trent rescues Ashby from a creep, they find themselves pretending to be boyfriends for a wedding weekend. Ashby awakes a longing in Trent he’s never felt before, and Ashby realizes Trent has a heart of gold. But can this fling last longer than the melting snow when there’s a creep determined to tear them apart?
Blaze
Reyse Hickson might be an international pop sensation, but he’s also forced to remain in the closet thanks to his homophobic record label. When gorgeous Corey Sheppard saves Reyse from a mugging, Reyse can’t resist falling into his bed, if only for one night. However, a family emergency calls Reyse home, and it seems like the perfect chance for him and Corey to steal some secret time together. But it can’t last. Reyse’s label would never allow it. Can Reyse and Corey walk away from the best thing that’s ever happened to either of them? Or is this love worth going down in a blaze of glory?
One Night in Hawaii
Raiden and Levi spend a perfect day on their dream Hawaiian vacation, but Levi has plans to make it even more magical.
Once Upon a Time
Now their family has grown, Joey rushes to get home to Gabe and make sure he's therefor storytime.
These are all the full stories. Each one really sets the other one up. What I loved about this series as a whole is the love and connection that all the men have. There is a ton of emotion and angst. I am going to do the full review of my favorite book but they are all amazing reads.
Scorch this is written in Dual Pov, most of the books in the series are written in Dual Pov. I happen to enjoy that Pov the most. It allows me to really sink into what both men are thinking. This story has Blake coming home after being dropped from the record label. He is ashamed to have to start over. But he has a great support system His parents have really helped him. And then one sexy barista/ best friend really heats things up. This is a great story to start the series with. Lots of real emotion and it also leaves things open so we can have more stories.
Overall The Homecoming Hearts Collection is really well worth the read. I liked having all the stories in one place. I don’t have to search for the next story. I loved the shorts that gave me extra scenes with the guys. I think this is well worth the read and I am very glad I got to know the men in this series.
Five Shooting Stars
Here are the stories in the Collection:
Scorch
Blake Jackson just wants to open a dance school now his pop star days are done. But his life is turned upside down by a reality TV show, and an old school friend the director has made into his fake boyfriend. Blake isn’t gay, but he’s happy to reconnect with barista Elion Rodriguez. However, Elion is gay, and has been secretly in love with Blake since freshman year. As the lines between fake and reality begin to blur, an obsessive stalker shadows Blake. Can he save Elion from getting pulled under?
Spark
The last thing Joey Sullivan wants is to go back to his homophobic family, but he’s penniless and has no choice. Recently single and heartbroken Gabe Robinson loves the town Joey hates. As a librarian and voluntary firefighter, he’s used to helping people. When Joey gets a lucky break out of state, Gabe doesn’t hesitate to take him on a road trip. The sparks that fly between them have to be just temporary, though. Joey can’t wait to leave town and his family are eager to kick him out the door. Can Gabe’s love save him from ending up on the streets?
Burn
Songwriter Raiden Jones never thought he’d need a bodyguard. But when a malicious hacker starts destroying his career and threatening his life, he finds himself desperately in need of protection. That means ex-Marine Levi Patterson is stuck on tour with the bratty Raiden, their friction quickly turning sexual. Bisexual Levi is firmly in the closet and Raiden’s never thought of being with a man before, but the chemistry is too fierce to ignore. Will the hacker ruin everything before they can work through their differences?
Steam
Bad boy movie star Trent Charles is in need of an image makeover. Ashby Wilcott wants some peace and quiet after his ex-boyfriend cheated on him. They both find themselves in a remote sky resort, but Ashby refuses to fall for hot-as-hell Trent. Good thing Trent is straight, because Ashby is done with troublemakers. Except when Trent rescues Ashby from a creep, they find themselves pretending to be boyfriends for a wedding weekend. Ashby awakes a longing in Trent he’s never felt before, and Ashby realizes Trent has a heart of gold. But can this fling last longer than the melting snow when there’s a creep determined to tear them apart?
Blaze
Reyse Hickson might be an international pop sensation, but he’s also forced to remain in the closet thanks to his homophobic record label. When gorgeous Corey Sheppard saves Reyse from a mugging, Reyse can’t resist falling into his bed, if only for one night. However, a family emergency calls Reyse home, and it seems like the perfect chance for him and Corey to steal some secret time together. But it can’t last. Reyse’s label would never allow it. Can Reyse and Corey walk away from the best thing that’s ever happened to either of them? Or is this love worth going down in a blaze of glory?
One Night in Hawaii
Raiden and Levi spend a perfect day on their dream Hawaiian vacation, but Levi has plans to make it even more magical.
Once Upon a Time
Now their family has grown, Joey rushes to get home to Gabe and make sure he's therefor storytime.
These are all the full stories. Each one really sets the other one up. What I loved about this series as a whole is the love and connection that all the men have. There is a ton of emotion and angst. I am going to do the full review of my favorite book but they are all amazing reads.
Scorch this is written in Dual Pov, most of the books in the series are written in Dual Pov. I happen to enjoy that Pov the most. It allows me to really sink into what both men are thinking. This story has Blake coming home after being dropped from the record label. He is ashamed to have to start over. But he has a great support system His parents have really helped him. And then one sexy barista/ best friend really heats things up. This is a great story to start the series with. Lots of real emotion and it also leaves things open so we can have more stories.
Overall The Homecoming Hearts Collection is really well worth the read. I liked having all the stories in one place. I don’t have to search for the next story. I loved the shorts that gave me extra scenes with the guys. I think this is well worth the read and I am very glad I got to know the men in this series.
Five Shooting Stars
February 9, 2020
I've read 3 of the novels and 1 short in thus collection and enjoyed all of them. They are interconnected given that one MC of each book is a member of a former boy band, but each has its own vibe and style.
HJ Welch Review:
Scorch
A tale of two young men who went to the same school at odds with their current circumstances in life: as Blake's short career in a boy band has come to an abrupt end, he has to move back home to his unreasonable parents. Elsewhere, Elion has had to stay at home with his mom due to a situation out of his control instead of going to college.
After a chance encounter at the coffee shop Elion works at the two reconnect, but when they are 'discovered to be boyfriends' by the production team of Blake's latest venture they're backed into a corner & feel they have to follow through with a fake relationship. We see how quickly fake turns to reality but, unfortunately, someone else is watching & has it in for our main characters...
If you like the whole fake boyfriends trope this is a super sweet story with engaging MCs, though I would have liked Blake to stand up to his controlling parents sooner. The extra dimension of the the mystery in the story is a nice addition. Scorch definitely peaked my interest in the rest of the series...a solid 4* read.
Spark
The second installment of the Homecoming Hearts series focuses on down at heel Joey & recently (ish) single Gabe. It's another sweet read in that the MCs work to build trust in each other & get their HEA in the end. There are some darker elements in this book however: the homophobia & domestic abuse themes are more prominent (though only 1 act of physical violence happens on the page & everyone gets the right outcome in the end) which makes for a very emotive read.
Spark is a decent book with likeable characters but I just didn't quite love them as much as I did Blake & Elion in Scorch.
3.5*
Burn
Book 3 gives us, if not an enemies to lovers, definitely an 'intense dislike to lovers' story. Raiden, living back on his parents' ranch, is the target of a vicious hacker and his family decide he needs a bodyguard...enter former marine Levi.
As the pair travel following another band's tour, they have to overcome assumptions they make about each other as well as obstacles the hacker throws in their way whilst their relationship develops.
Burn is another sweet romance with a decent action plot. 4*
One Night In Hawaii
This short sees Raiden and Levi in a tropical paradise. It's like a shot of pure sugar...so damn sweet.
HJ Welch Review:
Scorch
A tale of two young men who went to the same school at odds with their current circumstances in life: as Blake's short career in a boy band has come to an abrupt end, he has to move back home to his unreasonable parents. Elsewhere, Elion has had to stay at home with his mom due to a situation out of his control instead of going to college.
After a chance encounter at the coffee shop Elion works at the two reconnect, but when they are 'discovered to be boyfriends' by the production team of Blake's latest venture they're backed into a corner & feel they have to follow through with a fake relationship. We see how quickly fake turns to reality but, unfortunately, someone else is watching & has it in for our main characters...
If you like the whole fake boyfriends trope this is a super sweet story with engaging MCs, though I would have liked Blake to stand up to his controlling parents sooner. The extra dimension of the the mystery in the story is a nice addition. Scorch definitely peaked my interest in the rest of the series...a solid 4* read.
Spark
The second installment of the Homecoming Hearts series focuses on down at heel Joey & recently (ish) single Gabe. It's another sweet read in that the MCs work to build trust in each other & get their HEA in the end. There are some darker elements in this book however: the homophobia & domestic abuse themes are more prominent (though only 1 act of physical violence happens on the page & everyone gets the right outcome in the end) which makes for a very emotive read.
Spark is a decent book with likeable characters but I just didn't quite love them as much as I did Blake & Elion in Scorch.
3.5*
Burn
Book 3 gives us, if not an enemies to lovers, definitely an 'intense dislike to lovers' story. Raiden, living back on his parents' ranch, is the target of a vicious hacker and his family decide he needs a bodyguard...enter former marine Levi.
As the pair travel following another band's tour, they have to overcome assumptions they make about each other as well as obstacles the hacker throws in their way whilst their relationship develops.
Burn is another sweet romance with a decent action plot. 4*
One Night In Hawaii
This short sees Raiden and Levi in a tropical paradise. It's like a shot of pure sugar...so damn sweet.
October 25, 2020
Five guys from a former boy band, all trying to figure out what’s next, finding love where they didn’t think to look.
Scorch-4 stars-Blake is feeling stuck with meeting his parents’ expectations, while Elion is his touch of sanity. Their relationship is a light for Blake, where he becomes his true self, on camera and off. His reality dance show and his studio being them both a way to be together.
Spark-3 stars-Joey has to live with his parents until he gets another job, with his Dad and brother’s homophobia, and his Mom’s silent suffering. Gabe owns a car repair shop, and with Joeys old car a mess, they get to know each other. Joey finally finds a way out from under his Dad, and he and Gabe become their own family, with kids in their future.
Burn-4 stars-Raiden has someone invading his privacy online, so his parents hire Levi to protect him. At first, neither of them take the threats seriously, but things escalate, and Levi has to keep Raiden under the radar. Tough, when Raiden is collaborating with and promoting a new band under his label. Sparks fly and the relationship grows, almost in spite of these two. Raiden’s such a playful guy, it’s sweet how Levi’s so worried about him.
Steam-3 stars-Trent has to visit his Dad and try to repair their relationship. Ashby is wounded and lonely after being controlled by his ex boyfriend. They help each other navigate at the hotel, listen to each other’s woes, and find each other in the end.
Blaze-5 stars-My favourite story was Reyse’s, the last one, since he and Corey aren’t allowed to be together, but keep drawing closer with every turn.
Reyse has a great career, but his label won’t let him cone out. He and Corey connect, and Corey keeps his secret. They start out as a hookup, but things grow between them. Corey is there for Reyse with his family, and never makes things harder for him.
Love Reyse’s aunt and his new label and festival.
KU
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Scorch-4 stars-Blake is feeling stuck with meeting his parents’ expectations, while Elion is his touch of sanity. Their relationship is a light for Blake, where he becomes his true self, on camera and off. His reality dance show and his studio being them both a way to be together.
Spark-3 stars-Joey has to live with his parents until he gets another job, with his Dad and brother’s homophobia, and his Mom’s silent suffering. Gabe owns a car repair shop, and with Joeys old car a mess, they get to know each other. Joey finally finds a way out from under his Dad, and he and Gabe become their own family, with kids in their future.
Burn-4 stars-Raiden has someone invading his privacy online, so his parents hire Levi to protect him. At first, neither of them take the threats seriously, but things escalate, and Levi has to keep Raiden under the radar. Tough, when Raiden is collaborating with and promoting a new band under his label. Sparks fly and the relationship grows, almost in spite of these two. Raiden’s such a playful guy, it’s sweet how Levi’s so worried about him.
Steam-3 stars-Trent has to visit his Dad and try to repair their relationship. Ashby is wounded and lonely after being controlled by his ex boyfriend. They help each other navigate at the hotel, listen to each other’s woes, and find each other in the end.
Blaze-5 stars-My favourite story was Reyse’s, the last one, since he and Corey aren’t allowed to be together, but keep drawing closer with every turn.
Reyse has a great career, but his label won’t let him cone out. He and Corey connect, and Corey keeps his secret. They start out as a hookup, but things grow between them. Corey is there for Reyse with his family, and never makes things harder for him.
Love Reyse’s aunt and his new label and festival.
KU
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February 1, 2020
Homecoming Hearts bundle by HJ Welch includes the 5 main novels in the Homecoming Hearts series plus two bonus novellas. These are contemporary m/m romances that combine drama, humor, romance and steam and deliver a well written, addictive reading experience. The five members of boy-band Below Zero are about to find love and home.
●Scorch●
Blake and Elion are so sweet as fake boyfriends turn real in this story about an ex-husband member and a barista falling in love. There is a "straight" guy discovering his bisexuality aspect and a little reality television angst mixed in. It is fun, sweet, and sexy.
●Spark●
Joey and Gabe create heat in this sweet story about two men trying to start over and finding each other. There is drama, angst, humor and steam. I adore these two together.
●Burn●
Raiden and Levi break give us that sexy bodyguard and Rockstar theme. Hot and yet sweet.
●One Night in Hawaii●
Raiden and Levi find magic on thier Hawaiian getaway and give readers a perfect little glimpse into their Happily Ever After.
●Steam●
Trent and Ashby have a great love story of pretend lovers turning real. Fun, sweet and sexy with a touch of suspense.
●Once Upon a Time●
A sweet and short snapshot into Joey and Gabe's life as a family.
●Blaze●
Reyse and Corey have a sweet and sexy story. A rockstar in the closet, the sexy man who saves him and the big question of whether their love is worth risking it all and coming out.
●Scorch●
Blake and Elion are so sweet as fake boyfriends turn real in this story about an ex-husband member and a barista falling in love. There is a "straight" guy discovering his bisexuality aspect and a little reality television angst mixed in. It is fun, sweet, and sexy.
●Spark●
Joey and Gabe create heat in this sweet story about two men trying to start over and finding each other. There is drama, angst, humor and steam. I adore these two together.
●Burn●
Raiden and Levi break give us that sexy bodyguard and Rockstar theme. Hot and yet sweet.
●One Night in Hawaii●
Raiden and Levi find magic on thier Hawaiian getaway and give readers a perfect little glimpse into their Happily Ever After.
●Steam●
Trent and Ashby have a great love story of pretend lovers turning real. Fun, sweet and sexy with a touch of suspense.
●Once Upon a Time●
A sweet and short snapshot into Joey and Gabe's life as a family.
●Blaze●
Reyse and Corey have a sweet and sexy story. A rockstar in the closet, the sexy man who saves him and the big question of whether their love is worth risking it all and coming out.
November 15, 2020
Solidly mediocre writing. Most of the stories were absurd and thus fun enough that the mediocre writing was easy enough to overlook (although the second one tried really hard for bleak and heart wrenching, but ended up with bleak and boring). But in addition to being only okay at the technical aspects of writing, the author also isn’t particularly good at building unique characters or relationship dynamics, which would have been fine if I hadn’t been reading all the stories in a short amount of time (so the fact that the characters and relationship arcs weren’t *that* distinct was really overwhelming at times).
And there was a bunch of moments where I’m pretty sure that’s just not how the world works. Like, that’s not how long it takes to put together a giant music festival, or that’s not how one acquires real estate, or that’s not how long $200 will last you under any circumstances. None of these really ruined the stories, but they did keep knocking me out to debate reality with the plot for a bit.
Anyway, I did read or skim all of the stories contained herein, and I liked them more than I didn’t like them.
And there was a bunch of moments where I’m pretty sure that’s just not how the world works. Like, that’s not how long it takes to put together a giant music festival, or that’s not how one acquires real estate, or that’s not how long $200 will last you under any circumstances. None of these really ruined the stories, but they did keep knocking me out to debate reality with the plot for a bit.
Anyway, I did read or skim all of the stories contained herein, and I liked them more than I didn’t like them.
February 15, 2020
Great series, with a couple of added short stories to fill in between the novels.
The basic boy band group is followed , one book for each member, and follows their story as celebrities after the boy band has disbanded. Some stay with music, some go to the big screen, one keeps dancing.
But the main plot line of each book follows their trials as they try to wend their way through various problems related to a place in society as famous, non-straight, mostly well-off (one isn't) individuals. Each book has a seriously dramatic moment, like kidnapping or imminent death, each member finds the "one in a million" who is just right for him - but only after moments of fear, doubt, emotional or physical pain, and/or separation.
Many sweet moments, several sweaty moments, lots of angst, and even more fluffy goodness
The basic boy band group is followed , one book for each member, and follows their story as celebrities after the boy band has disbanded. Some stay with music, some go to the big screen, one keeps dancing.
But the main plot line of each book follows their trials as they try to wend their way through various problems related to a place in society as famous, non-straight, mostly well-off (one isn't) individuals. Each book has a seriously dramatic moment, like kidnapping or imminent death, each member finds the "one in a million" who is just right for him - but only after moments of fear, doubt, emotional or physical pain, and/or separation.
Many sweet moments, several sweaty moments, lots of angst, and even more fluffy goodness
February 26, 2020
3.5 stars
I really enjoyed these characters and the stories for the most part. I think the last book could have been better but seemed like it was rushed through because there were a lot of errors. It was still really good though and even made me tear up. The language in these stories seems strange if they are supposed to all be Americans, except for Ashby. Seemed more like UK English but it's not something that's off putting, just not quite right. I kind of wish at least one of these was a little more lighthearted because I started to get burnt out after the third book. Maybe read something else in between these books? Still was pretty good reading.
I really enjoyed these characters and the stories for the most part. I think the last book could have been better but seemed like it was rushed through because there were a lot of errors. It was still really good though and even made me tear up. The language in these stories seems strange if they are supposed to all be Americans, except for Ashby. Seemed more like UK English but it's not something that's off putting, just not quite right. I kind of wish at least one of these was a little more lighthearted because I started to get burnt out after the third book. Maybe read something else in between these books? Still was pretty good reading.
June 10, 2020
Absolutely loved every book in this series. If I had to pick one that was my least favourite then it would be Joey and Gabe's story with Blake and Eli maybe being my favourite. All 5 members of the boy band turn out to be gay or bisexual which is stretching realism I think, but the 5 young men were all compelling to read about. The love interests who come into their lives after the band has gone their own ways, are all wonderful interesting guys in their own right. None of the stories are alike with each band member embarking on new careers in completely different ways. I really appreciated the comraderie between the guys and how they popped up in each others stories. Really recommend this read.
February 11, 2020
🎼Life after boy 🎤band: super stories with 🔥and 💕
👍👍 These MM romance stories are great! I haven't quite finished the whole set, but so far each story is better than the last. All five guys in the band, suddenly let go by their label after five years making music together, have to adjust to separate lives after the fame and hectic life on tour. Not all of the guys were "into" guys while in the band but .... ! Plenty of steam and there's some danger and intrigue too, right from the first story about Blake. Each plot is also plenty unique.
👍👍 These MM romance stories are great! I haven't quite finished the whole set, but so far each story is better than the last. All five guys in the band, suddenly let go by their label after five years making music together, have to adjust to separate lives after the fame and hectic life on tour. Not all of the guys were "into" guys while in the band but .... ! Plenty of steam and there's some danger and intrigue too, right from the first story about Blake. Each plot is also plenty unique.
February 12, 2020
I had read a number of the Homecoming Hearts Collection stories when they were released separately and thoroughly enjoyed them. The collection gave me the opportunity to read the remainder.
The stories trace the lives of 5 boyband members when they go their separate ways when the group is disbanded and find love. The stories are all unique and even includes one where the band member identified as straight finds love with another man.
The Collection is a great opportunity to read all the stories in one place.
I warmly recommend The Homecoming Hearts Collection.
The stories trace the lives of 5 boyband members when they go their separate ways when the group is disbanded and find love. The stories are all unique and even includes one where the band member identified as straight finds love with another man.
The Collection is a great opportunity to read all the stories in one place.
I warmly recommend The Homecoming Hearts Collection.
February 7, 2020
Amazing series all in one place. Blake, Joey, Raiden, Trent, and Reyse are fantastic! I loved the idea of all these band members getting a second chance and finding more about themselves along the way. Sexy, fun and emotional ride from start to finish. I can't choose which one is my favorite. You get the 5 books and the 2 short stories too which is awesome! If you love HJ Welch this is the perfect series. I voluntarily reviewed an 'Advance Author’s Copy' of this book.
February 13, 2020
I initially read these books separately and I absolutely fell in love with these characters
They each had their own individual stories and I loved how the author was able to help them have a life of their own after the disbanding of Below Zero.
Rereading their stories took me in and dropped me back into a maelstrom of emotions.
Love, happiness, a little bit of despair and heartache before soothing my frayed nerves with their HEA's and beautiful epilogues.
They each had their own individual stories and I loved how the author was able to help them have a life of their own after the disbanding of Below Zero.
Rereading their stories took me in and dropped me back into a maelstrom of emotions.
Love, happiness, a little bit of despair and heartache before soothing my frayed nerves with their HEA's and beautiful epilogues.
January 24, 2020
As a huge fan of HJ Welch, having all these wonderful books together in one place is a treat. Any single one of them features a couple finding their forever. Easy to read, low angst, romantic and steamy every story is going to left you with a heartwarming feeling, after spending an amazing time reading them all. And the bonus epilogues??? just the cherry on top!!!
January 29, 2020
I can’t get enough of this author! I’ve previously read a few of these as separate stories but having them all together is so much nicer. Each story is different and captivating. I found myself binging the complete series. It’s very hard to put down. I can’t pick a favorite. They are all so good. A huge recommendation from me!
February 15, 2020
Boy Band Sweetness
In this collection of books you’ll get members of a band that have had highs and lows. Each story is an individual one but they do have overlapping characters. From the beginning I was drawn in. It wasn’t what I expected from a “band” story in a good way. I actually enjoyed this set and hope to read more.
In this collection of books you’ll get members of a band that have had highs and lows. Each story is an individual one but they do have overlapping characters. From the beginning I was drawn in. It wasn’t what I expected from a “band” story in a good way. I actually enjoyed this set and hope to read more.
February 16, 2020
Spark - A beautiful story between Joey and Gabe who we met in Book 1 and they had me in tears again when Joey hits rock bottom Gabe is there to help heal both their hearts.
Homeward Bound - This is book 3 and once again amazing story between Micah and Swift who have their ups and downs but Micah is there for Swift when he needs him the most.
Amazing Series and best enjoyed read in sequence.
Homeward Bound - This is book 3 and once again amazing story between Micah and Swift who have their ups and downs but Micah is there for Swift when he needs him the most.
Amazing Series and best enjoyed read in sequence.
September 11, 2020
Wonderful Series
I absolutely loved these books. HJ created characters that you could really relate to... they truly came alive on the pages. By the end of this series I felt like I was friends with all the guys.
I would recommend this book series to anyone who love MM fiction.
I absolutely loved these books. HJ created characters that you could really relate to... they truly came alive on the pages. By the end of this series I felt like I was friends with all the guys.
I would recommend this book series to anyone who love MM fiction.
April 9, 2021
Amazing
I think this is my first book/series by this author and I don't even know how I found them but it was a very happy accident. Each couples story is really good with lots of heart breaking moments followed with plenty of sweet ones. I fully recommend this series and I'm off to read some of the authors other works now.
I think this is my first book/series by this author and I don't even know how I found them but it was a very happy accident. Each couples story is really good with lots of heart breaking moments followed with plenty of sweet ones. I fully recommend this series and I'm off to read some of the authors other works now.
February 10, 2020
Awesome series
Great series! Blake and Elion, Joey and Gabe, Raiden and Levi, Ashby and TJ.. Corey and Rheyse.... awesome series... has everything you need.. angst, heartbreak, closeted gays, new gays.... loved it
Great series! Blake and Elion, Joey and Gabe, Raiden and Levi, Ashby and TJ.. Corey and Rheyse.... awesome series... has everything you need.. angst, heartbreak, closeted gays, new gays.... loved it
February 11, 2020
Amazing!!!
I loved this series so much. What really got me was how the author hooks you and gets you to love all of them so much. Especially the ones you don’t think you will. What an incredible read. I highly recommend it!
I loved this series so much. What really got me was how the author hooks you and gets you to love all of them so much. Especially the ones you don’t think you will. What an incredible read. I highly recommend it!
April 8, 2020
💗💗💗💗
This was such a good freaking book!!! Absolutely loved each story!! And all the characters!!!! I actually found myself crying while reading some of them!!! Kudos to an amazing author!! These stories are very inspiring!!!!
This was such a good freaking book!!! Absolutely loved each story!! And all the characters!!!! I actually found myself crying while reading some of them!!! Kudos to an amazing author!! These stories are very inspiring!!!!
September 9, 2020
What a sweet read at a great offer. Each story gives you a happy ending, yet each story interconnects brilliantly. At fist , I thought it was going to be typical formula writung, as it is, somewhat, but it not an identical formula. Well worth the read!
September 27, 2020
So incredible, it blew my mind.
This deserves a zillion stars ⭐️ it took me out of my self from start to finish. Each person in this took a hold of my heart and a piece of them will stay with me to. Please continue it. I need to see the wedding and perhaps kids, please.
This deserves a zillion stars ⭐️ it took me out of my self from start to finish. Each person in this took a hold of my heart and a piece of them will stay with me to. Please continue it. I need to see the wedding and perhaps kids, please.
January 28, 2021
Cute series
I liked this set. It's about the members of a band who found love after the group split up. I lied each story in a different way and some more than others but they all made me smile.
I liked this set. It's about the members of a band who found love after the group split up. I lied each story in a different way and some more than others but they all made me smile.
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February 4, 2020DNF at 10%
Too predictable.
Too predictable.
February 13, 2020
in progress...
June 10, 2020
This is a great boxset. The Below Zero band finding their love and getting their happy ever afters.
October 17, 2020
HEA Boy Band
I love happy endings. 5 members of a boyband dropped by their label. One openly gay. One closeted gay. 3 straight. All find their MALE partners. Luv it.
I love happy endings. 5 members of a boyband dropped by their label. One openly gay. One closeted gay. 3 straight. All find their MALE partners. Luv it.
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