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Ren is in desperate need of a rebound fling. Lucky for him, the smoking hot contractor he hired has just the tool for the job.
The last thing I want is another relationship or another broken heart.
All I need are my bees and the occasional hookup to scratch the itch.
Okay, maybe meeting up with my hot contractor weekly is a little more than occasional. And maybe the way I’m starting to feel about the guy I’ve been anonymously chatting with online should concern me.
But CaulkyAF doesn’t want to meet, and Cole doesn’t want anything serious, so what’s the worst that could happen?
****Caulky is book 1 in the Four Bears Construction series and can be read as a stand-alone. This is a funny, steamy MM story guaranteed to make you laugh and swoon. Absolutely NO cheating and NO love triangle. This series does NOT contain shifters, it's the OTHER kind of bears.
The last thing I want is another relationship or another broken heart.
All I need are my bees and the occasional hookup to scratch the itch.
Okay, maybe meeting up with my hot contractor weekly is a little more than occasional. And maybe the way I’m starting to feel about the guy I’ve been anonymously chatting with online should concern me.
But CaulkyAF doesn’t want to meet, and Cole doesn’t want anything serious, so what’s the worst that could happen?
****Caulky is book 1 in the Four Bears Construction series and can be read as a stand-alone. This is a funny, steamy MM story guaranteed to make you laugh and swoon. Absolutely NO cheating and NO love triangle. This series does NOT contain shifters, it's the OTHER kind of bears.
334 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 7, 2020
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K.M. Neuhold
101 books3,294 followersK.M.Neuhold has long since been a romance junkie. When she’s not writing she’s reading or spending time snuggling with her husky or her husband. She fell in love with M/M romance last year and hasn’t been able to turn back. There’s nothing she loves more than love in all its forms.
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April 30, 2020
I really need to praise this story for being something entirely new. I can't say it's a trope that's NEVER been used, because I don't claim to know all romances floating out there, but to me, it was surprisingly fresh and touching.
Ren is going through a painful break-up. The guy he thought he'd marry decided to leave him - and as all of Ren's previous relationships went down the drain, Ren is giving up hope on ever finding the one and settles for hooking up with random guys every now and then while living a solitary life.
In a bar, Ren runs into a handsome stranger he hooks up with. Funny enough, Cole happens to be the owner of the construction company Ren hires to redo his bathroom a few days later.
Cole is 42 and has led a single life filled with lots of sexual action - but without a single attempt at a relationship ever.
Figuring both men are on the same level, Ren and Cole hook up repeatedly, keeping things superficial - but at the same time they're unable not to meet up again and again - strictly for sex, of course.
However, both men also have faceless profiles on a gay dating app and accidentally connect with each other online, becoming friends over endless chats without knowing who the other person REALLY is. 'Caulky' and 'Rebound' tell each other their thoughts and secrets and deciding on not meeting in person makes things that much more intimate and safe for them, especially as they don't want to stop seeing their 'hook ups' that they keep telling each other about.
So there is a beautifully weird love triangle for each of them, Cole not wanting to let his hook up Ren getting any closer because he thinks he might miss out on something important in life with his online friend, and vice versa for Ren.
And most surprisingly, the plot works. I thought it wouldn't be possible for them not to realize their mistake immediately, but it is actually portrayed quite realistically and believable. I totally appreciate that.
I guess I don't even need to mention that Cole is one of my favorite romance guys. Mid-40s, a slut who just lives for the next adventure, handsome and muscled from manual labor.
And yet, he's got a good heart and understands perfectly well what's required in a relationship once he is brave enough to take the plunge. Not to mention, he is PHENOMENAL in bed. Even from my perspective as a romance reader, LOL.
Their sex was out of this world!!
If only guys in real life were like that, right?
Sigh, as a romance, I gotta recommend this 100%. It's definitely a favorite for me, not just because of Cole, but also because I found the plot really well constructed.
I am actually super interested in reading the other books in that series too. Cole and his friends are certainly an interesting bunch of muscle bears to explore :-)
5 stars!
Ren is going through a painful break-up. The guy he thought he'd marry decided to leave him - and as all of Ren's previous relationships went down the drain, Ren is giving up hope on ever finding the one and settles for hooking up with random guys every now and then while living a solitary life.
In a bar, Ren runs into a handsome stranger he hooks up with. Funny enough, Cole happens to be the owner of the construction company Ren hires to redo his bathroom a few days later.
Cole is 42 and has led a single life filled with lots of sexual action - but without a single attempt at a relationship ever.
Figuring both men are on the same level, Ren and Cole hook up repeatedly, keeping things superficial - but at the same time they're unable not to meet up again and again - strictly for sex, of course.
However, both men also have faceless profiles on a gay dating app and accidentally connect with each other online, becoming friends over endless chats without knowing who the other person REALLY is. 'Caulky' and 'Rebound' tell each other their thoughts and secrets and deciding on not meeting in person makes things that much more intimate and safe for them, especially as they don't want to stop seeing their 'hook ups' that they keep telling each other about.
So there is a beautifully weird love triangle for each of them, Cole not wanting to let his hook up Ren getting any closer because he thinks he might miss out on something important in life with his online friend, and vice versa for Ren.
And most surprisingly, the plot works. I thought it wouldn't be possible for them not to realize their mistake immediately, but it is actually portrayed quite realistically and believable. I totally appreciate that.
I guess I don't even need to mention that Cole is one of my favorite romance guys. Mid-40s, a slut who just lives for the next adventure, handsome and muscled from manual labor.
And yet, he's got a good heart and understands perfectly well what's required in a relationship once he is brave enough to take the plunge. Not to mention, he is PHENOMENAL in bed. Even from my perspective as a romance reader, LOL.
Their sex was out of this world!!
If only guys in real life were like that, right?
Sigh, as a romance, I gotta recommend this 100%. It's definitely a favorite for me, not just because of Cole, but also because I found the plot really well constructed.
I am actually super interested in reading the other books in that series too. Cole and his friends are certainly an interesting bunch of muscle bears to explore :-)
5 stars!
February 15, 2020
I discovered K.M. Neuhold only recently, and I'm pleased with myself because holy fucking hot sex, Batman.
This author knows her way around a blow job. Just sayin'.
So, yeah, this book contains plenty of steamy action, a little angst (mostly stemming from Ren's unwillingness to commit after having his heart broken more than once), friendship & camaraderie (the Four Bears of the series are hilarious together!), and romance too.
My favorite was the little twist with Ren and Cole meeting at a bar as hookups, as client and contractor, and again online.
Reading their text conversations was a lot of fun, especially since the reader knows what the MCs don't.
The ending is a sweet and raunchy HEA, with plenty of potential for the other Bears to find their own true love.
This author knows her way around a blow job. Just sayin'.
So, yeah, this book contains plenty of steamy action, a little angst (mostly stemming from Ren's unwillingness to commit after having his heart broken more than once), friendship & camaraderie (the Four Bears of the series are hilarious together!), and romance too.
My favorite was the little twist with Ren and Cole meeting at a bar as hookups, as client and contractor, and again online.
Reading their text conversations was a lot of fun, especially since the reader knows what the MCs don't.
The ending is a sweet and raunchy HEA, with plenty of potential for the other Bears to find their own true love.
March 18, 2020
I read this book almost a month ago, but I wish I could re-read Caulky right now because I need something sweet, hot, and fluffy in my life (as we all do).
K.M. Neuhold is fast becoming an auto-buy for me, and this book is exactly why. Caulky is a funny, light, improbable romance and just makes you feel good. Sure, the plot is not very realistic (hook-up app relationship happening simultaneously with a real-life hook-up, and they happen to be the same person??), and it's a story similar to ones I've read before, but I simply did not care. I was hooked.
I read this on vacation, and it was the perfect "vacation read." Whether you are actually on the beach or you just want a real-life vacation, this book will take you there. Lots of fun banter, great texting game, and two guys who carry just enough baggage to make it interesting. You won't be disappointed.
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K.M. Neuhold is fast becoming an auto-buy for me, and this book is exactly why. Caulky is a funny, light, improbable romance and just makes you feel good. Sure, the plot is not very realistic (hook-up app relationship happening simultaneously with a real-life hook-up, and they happen to be the same person??), and it's a story similar to ones I've read before, but I simply did not care. I was hooked.
I read this on vacation, and it was the perfect "vacation read." Whether you are actually on the beach or you just want a real-life vacation, this book will take you there. Lots of fun banter, great texting game, and two guys who carry just enough baggage to make it interesting. You won't be disappointed.
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October 10, 2020
There is a disclaimer at the end of the blurb for this book to warn us that these are NOT bear-shifters. So, okay, I could handle that. I mean, it would have made it better, but it's not my book. So, just normal bears? Alright. I like bears. They are cute and killy. Kind of the perfect combination.
Adorable.
But, get this: There are no bear-bears either! I feel a little cheated. Instead, it's a bunch of construction worker guys. So, I realized that I didn't understand the lingo. Bears, in this context, means construction worker. Duh, Jilly!
I'm smart. I can figure things out.
So, I told my husband, since he works in construction, that he is actually considered a "bear". We want to keep up with the lingo of the kids and whatnot these days, so I realized we should put that on his business cards. I think it will help him get new customers.
After all of that confusion cleared up, let me tell you about this book. It's a "bear"(construction worker) who is gay and picks up a cute guy who is on the rebound after a terrible break-up. They are both very against relationships, but you know how it goes....
Yeah, so the great things about this book was how little angst and drama there was after they finally got together. I hate when there has to be some made-up situation to break the couple up just to get them back together again. Once these guys finally went all in, they went all in. Also, there was a heavy dose of smut. That's good in my book, because I'm a pervert, but beware if you aren't. (But you are, aren't you? You really wouldn't like me if not.)
The negatives: No real bears. Is it really asking too much for a fucking bear in a bear book?
Yes. Yes I do.
Adorable.
But, get this: There are no bear-bears either! I feel a little cheated. Instead, it's a bunch of construction worker guys. So, I realized that I didn't understand the lingo. Bears, in this context, means construction worker. Duh, Jilly!
I'm smart. I can figure things out.
So, I told my husband, since he works in construction, that he is actually considered a "bear". We want to keep up with the lingo of the kids and whatnot these days, so I realized we should put that on his business cards. I think it will help him get new customers.
After all of that confusion cleared up, let me tell you about this book. It's a "bear"(construction worker) who is gay and picks up a cute guy who is on the rebound after a terrible break-up. They are both very against relationships, but you know how it goes....
Yeah, so the great things about this book was how little angst and drama there was after they finally got together. I hate when there has to be some made-up situation to break the couple up just to get them back together again. Once these guys finally went all in, they went all in. Also, there was a heavy dose of smut. That's good in my book, because I'm a pervert, but beware if you aren't. (But you are, aren't you? You really wouldn't like me if not.)
The negatives: No real bears. Is it really asking too much for a fucking bear in a bear book?
Yes. Yes I do.
February 9, 2020
This is the kind of romance that KM writes so well.
It's insanely hot, the chemistry is off the charts, the banter is on fire and the relationship development moves at a pace which works well.
Sometimes I just want to read a book about two people falling in love and with Caulky, I got just that.
From a supposed one night stand, to an every week thing to friendship and love, it just smoothly flowed and I adored every bit of this book.
Now I can't wait to see if Daniel and Ollie are the next pair, discover why Stone's neighbour doesn't like him and whether Ev is 100% straight.
Great start to this new series and I loved that Ren kept bees!
#ARC kindly received from the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
It's insanely hot, the chemistry is off the charts, the banter is on fire and the relationship development moves at a pace which works well.
Sometimes I just want to read a book about two people falling in love and with Caulky, I got just that.
From a supposed one night stand, to an every week thing to friendship and love, it just smoothly flowed and I adored every bit of this book.
Now I can't wait to see if Daniel and Ollie are the next pair, discover why Stone's neighbour doesn't like him and whether Ev is 100% straight.
Great start to this new series and I loved that Ren kept bees!
#ARC kindly received from the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
May 3, 2020
This was another case of me reading a book I had no intention to read only because of the positive reviews. I'm happy to say that, unlike the previous time I did it, I ended up really liking this one.
The beginning was a bit bumpy for me, I can't say that I liked the characters right from the start. But as the story progressed, it just kept getting better and better and Cole and Ren totally grew on me. Especially Cole. He is kind of amazing.
They had great chemistry, but what I enjoyed even more was the banter between them, it was so much fun. I absolutely loved how their relationship developed throughout the book. I didn't expect it to become so sweet and adorable. Loved that.
Their friends and Cole's brother were pretty great, too. I really liked them. All of them. And I'm definitely interested in continuing with the series. Not sure whose story I'd like first, Stone's or Ollie's.
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Re-read 5/2020
The beginning was a bit bumpy for me, I can't say that I liked the characters right from the start. But as the story progressed, it just kept getting better and better and Cole and Ren totally grew on me. Especially Cole. He is kind of amazing.
They had great chemistry, but what I enjoyed even more was the banter between them, it was so much fun. I absolutely loved how their relationship developed throughout the book. I didn't expect it to become so sweet and adorable. Loved that.
Their friends and Cole's brother were pretty great, too. I really liked them. All of them. And I'm definitely interested in continuing with the series. Not sure whose story I'd like first, Stone's or Ollie's.
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Re-read 5/2020
September 26, 2020
This a new to me author, and I honestly did enjoy the writing and story. It was an easy read that had me chuckling a few times. In the beginning, I did struggle with one of the H’s, I just didn’t like him. As the story progresses, both H’s win me over.
I most likely will continue with the series, I am curious about a few of the side characters.
I most likely will continue with the series, I am curious about a few of the side characters.
February 8, 2020
Mmmmm. Delicious. Could've used some more angst, but overall very solid.
dnf
April 25, 2020Audio 4 stars
Story dnf @63%
Story dnf @63%
October 27, 2020
Re-read October 2020
Still a nice in between read.
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This was exactly what I needed.
I’m not always a fan of contemporary stories that don’t have a good dose of hurt/comfort I can sink my teeth into. But here it just worked.
Ren has just been dumped by his boyfriend of 5 years. He decides he needs a rebound, so he goes out with his best friend.
Ren meets a lovely bear of a man who really lights his fire. The two ends up having a smoking hot encounter and Ren is sure he will never see the man again.
When Ren hires a company to remodel his bathroom, he is very surprised to see who the contractor is who’s going to do the remodel.
Cole doesn’t do relationships. He has been fine with one night stands for many years. When he meets his last one night stand again, he can’t help but hope the man is up for a repeat. Except… Ren is a client.
But somehow the two can’t stay away from each other, and when the remodel is done they both throw themselves at the other….
These guys were really cute together. And hot!
I really liked how this story never bored me and how everything seemed to just have this nice flow.
There is no angst, but it’s not all lovey dovey either. These guys start out as one night stand after the other, but eventually they both agree there is something more going on. (But it takes a meeting with an anonymous online friend to finally see that)
Quite the fluffy story. Very comforting for a rainy Sunday afternoon. I can't wait for the other books.
Still a nice in between read.
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This was exactly what I needed.
I’m not always a fan of contemporary stories that don’t have a good dose of hurt/comfort I can sink my teeth into. But here it just worked.
Ren has just been dumped by his boyfriend of 5 years. He decides he needs a rebound, so he goes out with his best friend.
Ren meets a lovely bear of a man who really lights his fire. The two ends up having a smoking hot encounter and Ren is sure he will never see the man again.
When Ren hires a company to remodel his bathroom, he is very surprised to see who the contractor is who’s going to do the remodel.
Cole doesn’t do relationships. He has been fine with one night stands for many years. When he meets his last one night stand again, he can’t help but hope the man is up for a repeat. Except… Ren is a client.
But somehow the two can’t stay away from each other, and when the remodel is done they both throw themselves at the other….
These guys were really cute together. And hot!
I really liked how this story never bored me and how everything seemed to just have this nice flow.
There is no angst, but it’s not all lovey dovey either. These guys start out as one night stand after the other, but eventually they both agree there is something more going on. (But it takes a meeting with an anonymous online friend to finally see that)
Quite the fluffy story. Very comforting for a rainy Sunday afternoon. I can't wait for the other books.
March 8, 2020
4.5 Stars!
Really great read. This was my second KM Neuhold read, with Rocket Science being my first. And I really enjoyed it.
This was definitely low on the angst, which was okay by me. It wasn't all sunshine and roses but there was no big conflict or .
The best part was the banter. And the steam. This one was super hot. That shower scene at the end. *fans self*
I really liked the secondary characters, the other Four Bears Construction guys, and can't wait for their books.
Really great read. This was my second KM Neuhold read, with Rocket Science being my first. And I really enjoyed it.
This was definitely low on the angst, which was okay by me. It wasn't all sunshine and roses but there was no big conflict or .
The best part was the banter. And the steam. This one was super hot. That shower scene at the end. *fans self*
I really liked the secondary characters, the other Four Bears Construction guys, and can't wait for their books.
August 9, 2024
Oh I liked this! I love it when books have mature main characters (40’s) feels more relatable, specially when they talk about back pain lololo but seriously this was so sweet, no drama, just fun, banter was great, communication chefs kiss, the friends and family were amazing, just a feel good story.
August 4, 2021
Simply a joy to read ! Fun, sexy and fulfilling !
What a fantastic story ! I can see why it is a “best seller.”
Our two guys have a hookup that grows into much more, plus they each are online chat buddies who only use code names.... so great.
Ren/Rebound is 35, a manuscript writer/bee keeper products sales, who has been unlucky in romance.
Also lacking in love, is Cole/Caulky, 42, who owns a Construction business with his brother and friends. Cole is a hookup only guy until Ren becomes important to him.
Cole does the remodel on Ren’s bathroom, and afterward, they continue a scorching hot series of sexy, breathtaking, passionate, extravaganza’s of sweaty tumbles. Whew !
This is a smooth path, with months going by, and each man slowly realizing that this is much more than either has ever experienced. Fabulous inner thoughts, deep concerns and worries, each guy trying to protect his heart.
Loved these guys, the side characters, the fun banter, the heartwarming scenes, as well as the wild sex-fests.
This is simply a joy to read ! A grand epilogue !
ENJOY !
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What a fantastic story ! I can see why it is a “best seller.”
Our two guys have a hookup that grows into much more, plus they each are online chat buddies who only use code names.... so great.
Ren/Rebound is 35, a manuscript writer/bee keeper products sales, who has been unlucky in romance.
Also lacking in love, is Cole/Caulky, 42, who owns a Construction business with his brother and friends. Cole is a hookup only guy until Ren becomes important to him.
Cole does the remodel on Ren’s bathroom, and afterward, they continue a scorching hot series of sexy, breathtaking, passionate, extravaganza’s of sweaty tumbles. Whew !
This is a smooth path, with months going by, and each man slowly realizing that this is much more than either has ever experienced. Fabulous inner thoughts, deep concerns and worries, each guy trying to protect his heart.
Loved these guys, the side characters, the fun banter, the heartwarming scenes, as well as the wild sex-fests.
This is simply a joy to read ! A grand epilogue !
ENJOY !
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September 7, 2021
3.5 Stars
First of all, please tell me the origin of this stupid rule," To have a mandatory 48 hours gap between text and getting their no./last date". I feel I should know this but google refuses to answer and, for the first time I feel not watching romantic movies sucks. 😿😿
And, yes I have already read two books of the series but came back to this one because
1. Everyone said it's great and I am a follower.
2. Because it was such a quick and fun book. I started it just to see if I would like it and didn't even realise it before I finished 220 pages.
The plot is similar to at least 50 other books.
1. A random hookup turned into a relationship
2. online anonymous hookup chat guy being the same as your actual hookup.
So, in short, nothing new but this series has a certain breeziness in it and the four bears never fail to entertain with their banter. Moreover, both the MCs were lovable and the sex is sizzzzzzzling hot. Yes, I like all the kinky sex in books but I love it more when a vanilla sex scene makes me feel hot and bothered. And, we have an abundance of these scenes in regular intervals in this book.
First of all, please tell me the origin of this stupid rule," To have a mandatory 48 hours gap between text and getting their no./last date". I feel I should know this but google refuses to answer and, for the first time I feel not watching romantic movies sucks. 😿😿
And, yes I have already read two books of the series but came back to this one because
1. Everyone said it's great and I am a follower.
2. Because it was such a quick and fun book. I started it just to see if I would like it and didn't even realise it before I finished 220 pages.
The plot is similar to at least 50 other books.
1. A random hookup turned into a relationship
2. online anonymous hookup chat guy being the same as your actual hookup.
So, in short, nothing new but this series has a certain breeziness in it and the four bears never fail to entertain with their banter. Moreover, both the MCs were lovable and the sex is sizzzzzzzling hot. Yes, I like all the kinky sex in books but I love it more when a vanilla sex scene makes me feel hot and bothered. And, we have an abundance of these scenes in regular intervals in this book.
February 9, 2020
*3,5 stars*
Hmm. Hmm. Hmm.
Why didn't this resonate more with me?
I can only wonder.
This is without any doubt a well written book.
I liked both MCs, particularly big bear Cole. With all his glorious hairiness he certainly pushes a lot of buttons here. The story is cute and engaging enough, although the plot is a bit 'coincidence-heavy'. And there's tons of sex. And it's hot. But ... 🤔
I blame my mood, which didn't allow me to enjoy this for what it is - a totally angst-free romance about two commitaphobes who shy away from a real relationship, but, unsurprisingly, fall in love anyway.
I think I really missed some kind of conflict along the way ....
Hmm. Hmm. Hmm.
Why didn't this resonate more with me?
I can only wonder.
This is without any doubt a well written book.
I liked both MCs, particularly big bear Cole. With all his glorious hairiness he certainly pushes a lot of buttons here. The story is cute and engaging enough, although the plot is a bit 'coincidence-heavy'. And there's tons of sex. And it's hot. But ... 🤔
I blame my mood, which didn't allow me to enjoy this for what it is - a totally angst-free romance about two commitaphobes who shy away from a real relationship, but, unsurprisingly, fall in love anyway.
I think I really missed some kind of conflict along the way ....
September 2, 2021
🌟 3.5 (but kinda 4) AM I IN A READING SLUMP??? STARS 🌟
I feel like if I was in the mood for an absolute Contemporary, Low angst and just feel good but super HOT mood, this maybe would've at least been a 4.5
But that didn't happen so nobody's happy.
Just kidding. I very much did like this book and had ALLLLL THE FEELS this book gave my way.
This book was cute, sweet, adorable, downright hilarious and hot. It's literally what this cover serves you so I'm not gonna try to throw more adjectives at you because the way this gorgeous man is staring at me is SMOLDERING 😳
Although at times, it was A BIT corny and A BIT cheesy. (I really don't know what's been happening to my mood recently because that right there was my love language. Gosh this decade is fucking me up.)
But in the end, I did find those traits endearing and kinda of just adorable.
Their Meet Cute is honestly, one of my favorites of hundreds of books that I've read. It was just so charming and funny and adorable, it held that kind of an irresistible affection that I was just there for it.
For such a contemporary book, this book doesn't hold out on its sex. Nope, like our Male Lead, he's as shameless as when he is horny just as this book HOLDS NO MODESTY with it's unfiltered raunchiness.
I mean yes, they did grow from a friends with benefits relationship so that makes sense. I personally didn't mind the amount of sex-scenes from this book but I know for some of my friends that that's a bit of a peeve for them. Not that there wasn't any character depth or growth BECAUSE there was.
And that in fact, was one of the most endearing parts of this book.
Watching their relationship blossom from a night of heartbreak, to a night of fun to an adventure of wanting more and to them progressing their feelings and opening their heart to each other WHEN THEY FINALLY DID was just... Everything.
This book goes to show to authors that you DON'T and kind of SHOULDN'T end a book just when our two characters finally end up together (AHEM ALESSANDRA HAZARD AGHEMMMM) because we see them in their prime and what we've been hoping for since the start and watching their relationship deepen and strengthen and just... Watching the beauty of love progress, no matter how many times I read romance, THAT will never fail to render me in awe.
And lol. That was no shade to that woman. I love her work (NO MATTER HOW FRUSTRATING😩)
And MY FOUR BEARS 🤩🤭😍😍🙈😭😭🙈
I am here for the THIQQQ legs, the BEEFY BODIES, the BEARDS, the CALLOUSED HANDS, and the fucking SUPERMAN STRENGTH they have.
initial reactions
Ok but how have I only NOW read KM Neuhold?????!
I feel like if I was in the mood for an absolute Contemporary, Low angst and just feel good but super HOT mood, this maybe would've at least been a 4.5
But that didn't happen so nobody's happy.
Just kidding. I very much did like this book and had ALLLLL THE FEELS this book gave my way.
“Honey,” I call over my shoulder while taking cash from the next customer in line and fishing out his change.
“Yes, dear?” Cole responds in a cheeky tone. I don’t even have to look to know he’s got that sexy fucking smirk on his lips.
I toss him a look and roll my eyes. “Please hand me a jar of honey?”
“Ooo, sorry I was confused by your barking commands.”
This book was cute, sweet, adorable, downright hilarious and hot. It's literally what this cover serves you so I'm not gonna try to throw more adjectives at you because the way this gorgeous man is staring at me is SMOLDERING 😳
Although at times, it was A BIT corny and A BIT cheesy. (I really don't know what's been happening to my mood recently because that right there was my love language. Gosh this decade is fucking me up.)
He sighs, his expression part disappointment and part relief. “You ever had your heart broken?” he asks.
“I’m like a wild stallion, baby; I’ve never let anyone close enough to break me,” I explain with a playful wink.
“I would’ve gone with a bear, but stallion works. Does that mean you’re hung like a horse?” His eyes drop to my crotch, and I nearly snort beer through my nose.
But in the end, I did find those traits endearing and kinda of just adorable.
Their Meet Cute is honestly, one of my favorites of hundreds of books that I've read. It was just so charming and funny and adorable, it held that kind of an irresistible affection that I was just there for it.
“It depends what kind of bear you are.”
I rumble a laugh and arch an eyebrow at him. This eyebrow arch is clearly a go on eyebrow arch. And he’s clearly as well versed in eyebrow arches as I am, because he does.
“Are you a teddy bear, wanting to take me home and cuddle that big body around me all night? Or are you a grizzly bear with plans to maul?”
For such a contemporary book, this book doesn't hold out on its sex. Nope, like our Male Lead, he's as shameless as when he is horny just as this book HOLDS NO MODESTY with it's unfiltered raunchiness.
I mean yes, they did grow from a friends with benefits relationship so that makes sense. I personally didn't mind the amount of sex-scenes from this book but I know for some of my friends that that's a bit of a peeve for them. Not that there wasn't any character depth or growth BECAUSE there was.
And that in fact, was one of the most endearing parts of this book.
“Why would I be jealous when I know you’re mine?” I point out, my breath growing heavier as Cole palms my erection through my jeans, kneading it in his hand just enough to tease.
“I was wondering the same thing,” he agrees, nipping at my bottom lip. “I can’t even see anyone except for you, Honeybee. It’s crazy, and I never expected it, but there you have it.”
Watching their relationship blossom from a night of heartbreak, to a night of fun to an adventure of wanting more and to them progressing their feelings and opening their heart to each other WHEN THEY FINALLY DID was just... Everything.
This book goes to show to authors that you DON'T and kind of SHOULDN'T end a book just when our two characters finally end up together (AHEM ALESSANDRA HAZARD AGHEMMMM) because we see them in their prime and what we've been hoping for since the start and watching their relationship deepen and strengthen and just... Watching the beauty of love progress, no matter how many times I read romance, THAT will never fail to render me in awe.
And lol. That was no shade to that woman. I love her work (NO MATTER HOW FRUSTRATING😩)
And MY FOUR BEARS 🤩🤭😍😍🙈😭😭🙈
I am here for the THIQQQ legs, the BEEFY BODIES, the BEARDS, the CALLOUSED HANDS, and the fucking SUPERMAN STRENGTH they have.
“I’m sorry, what?” I ask with a chuckle.
“Beat a dead whore,” he repeats, and Ollie starts to snicker behind him. “It’s an expression.”
“No, it’s not,” I correct. “The expression is beat a dead horse.”
He looks stricken. “Why would someone beat a horse? That’s fucked up, man.”
I laugh again and clap Stone on the shoulder. “You’re one in a million, Stone. Don’t ever change.”
initial reactions
Ok but how have I only NOW read KM Neuhold?????!
August 31, 2024
Loved the first half, but sadly it fizzled out a bit towards the end.
I’ve been in the mood for something easy, and I’ve been more than happy to find out that there’s an audio version with 2 quite good narrators out there (Tim Paige and Liam DiCosimo) - so imagine my delight discovering that it has one of my favourite tropes in it, too (anonymously texting and falling in love with someone you already know in real life).
And as long as they texted, I loved the book: it’s about Ren, newly single and looking for a rebound hookup, and Cole, the “rebound” who turned out to be the guy renovating Ren’s bathroom. I really loved their banter, and the funny situations they found themselves in. And the way it was sex positive, and without any unnecessary drama.
Sadly, the moment they discover that they’ve unknowingly been texting each other on an app (and started to fall in love with the anonymous stranger on the other side of their phone) it kind of fizzled out.
There was no drama, just Ren telling to whoever wanted to listen that he’s afraid of being in a relationship/getting hurt again, despite the fact that Cole had never given him any reason to doubt him.
It was… nice. 3.5 stars rounded up because the narration kept me entertained enough while I’ve been lazying around on my sunbed 😅
I’ve been in the mood for something easy, and I’ve been more than happy to find out that there’s an audio version with 2 quite good narrators out there (Tim Paige and Liam DiCosimo) - so imagine my delight discovering that it has one of my favourite tropes in it, too (anonymously texting and falling in love with someone you already know in real life).
And as long as they texted, I loved the book: it’s about Ren, newly single and looking for a rebound hookup, and Cole, the “rebound” who turned out to be the guy renovating Ren’s bathroom. I really loved their banter, and the funny situations they found themselves in. And the way it was sex positive, and without any unnecessary drama.
Sadly, the moment they discover that they’ve unknowingly been texting each other on an app (and started to fall in love with the anonymous stranger on the other side of their phone) it kind of fizzled out.
There was no drama, just Ren telling to whoever wanted to listen that he’s afraid of being in a relationship/getting hurt again, despite the fact that Cole had never given him any reason to doubt him.
It was… nice. 3.5 stars rounded up because the narration kept me entertained enough while I’ve been lazying around on my sunbed 😅
March 4, 2020
This was an interesting book... We have Ren, who is trying to get over the end of a longterm relationship, and Cole, who doesn't do relationships.
There's some build up of the story but for a long time nothing happens between them. Then they bump into each other and hook up and because life is just so funny, Ren happens to re-do his bathroom with Cole's construction company.
They start a casual relationship with no emotional connection, as they keep everything remotely related to their life private from the other. But unknown to them they are also forming a relationship online, which is much more honest and close than their real-life one.
I liked their message exchange and how even when they figured out who the other was they still felt a close friendship to their alter egos. The way that Cole reassured Ren, through the app that brought them together, when he had doubts about big steps in their relationship was adorable.
Both of them had their own things going on in their lives and their voices were distinct enough that I didn't have trouble remembering who was narrating.
Ren had a job that he didn't like and a hobby-side business that he loved, so Cole supported and encouraged him. Cole had a successful business and three nosy co-owners that Ren won over in no time. They worked well together and brough out the best in each other.
It has an entertaining and interesting plot, never boring, with three other possible MCs for the future books. I'll be honest and say that I really want all of their stories! Each one is different and has his own challenges and short-comings. It'd be interesting to see who the author will pair them with.
Great start to the series but it can also be read as a standalone.
An ARC of this book was kindly provided to me in exchange for an honest review.
There's some build up of the story but for a long time nothing happens between them. Then they bump into each other and hook up and because life is just so funny, Ren happens to re-do his bathroom with Cole's construction company.
They start a casual relationship with no emotional connection, as they keep everything remotely related to their life private from the other. But unknown to them they are also forming a relationship online, which is much more honest and close than their real-life one.
I liked their message exchange and how even when they figured out who the other was they still felt a close friendship to their alter egos. The way that Cole reassured Ren, through the app that brought them together, when he had doubts about big steps in their relationship was adorable.
Both of them had their own things going on in their lives and their voices were distinct enough that I didn't have trouble remembering who was narrating.
Ren had a job that he didn't like and a hobby-side business that he loved, so Cole supported and encouraged him. Cole had a successful business and three nosy co-owners that Ren won over in no time. They worked well together and brough out the best in each other.
It has an entertaining and interesting plot, never boring, with three other possible MCs for the future books. I'll be honest and say that I really want all of their stories! Each one is different and has his own challenges and short-comings. It'd be interesting to see who the author will pair them with.
Great start to the series but it can also be read as a standalone.
An ARC of this book was kindly provided to me in exchange for an honest review.
dnf
April 1, 2020This is a case where it might be me, not the book, but I'll never know for sure because I only made it to 7%. By then neither of MCs were at all interesting to me -- which wasn't in itself a problem, since I would have been willing to give them much more of a chance than that. But suddenly they were in a sex scene, and watching two people I didn't yet know and didn't yet care about have sex just... did not float my boat. I'm sure I've read other books that start off with a bang, heh, and been fine with it, but here I found it seriously offputting and just wanted to skip over it.
But if I'm already skipping at 7%, why even bother with the rest of the book? So, a DNF it was, but there are lots of happy readers and positive reviews out there, so YMMV.
But if I'm already skipping at 7%, why even bother with the rest of the book? So, a DNF it was, but there are lots of happy readers and positive reviews out there, so YMMV.
February 12, 2020
Yes, yes, yes! I love finding a book that rubs me completely the right way and this one did just that. I really, really liked it, a lot.
I think the only complaint I might have is that the rest of the books aren’t out yet, haha! No really, I can’t wait to see what is in store for the rest of the Bears!
So yeah, this was pretty close to perfection for me and I’ve already went to check out what else the Author has written.
I am so glad this book came across my feed and I kept checking to see if it had come out yet. I had a great feeling about it and I was not wrong!
Pretty close to perfection!
I think the only complaint I might have is that the rest of the books aren’t out yet, haha! No really, I can’t wait to see what is in store for the rest of the Bears!
So yeah, this was pretty close to perfection for me and I’ve already went to check out what else the Author has written.
I am so glad this book came across my feed and I kept checking to see if it had come out yet. I had a great feeling about it and I was not wrong!
Pretty close to perfection!
September 30, 2021
3.5 stars rounded up
"I don't want a relationship," he clarifies, and my stomach plummets while irritation rises in my chest. But before I can tell him off for the mixed signals, he goes on, "I want you."
This is a fun, flirty romance with a lot of steam (like a lot!). Both MCs have commitment issues, but for very different reasons. Ren is a serial monogamist who's just come out of a bad break up. Tired of having his heart broken after a string of failed relationships, he's only looking for a quick fling. Cole is a construction owner and one of the four owners of Four Bears Construction. A manwhore who only does one night stands, Cole has never been in a relationship nor does he want one.
Ren and Cole hook up once, which turns into a series of hookups before Ren goes all chicken and breaks things off. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to each other, they had both signed up to the same online dating site and have been chatting with each other all this time anonymously. Ren's online handle is Rebound, while Cole's is CaulkyAF. Their daily chats over several months create real intimacy, allowing each guy to reveal parts of himself that he's never shared with others.
A significant chunk of the book deals with Ren's and Cole's conflict with the dual attachments they're forming, i.e. with they person they're having hot, no-strings attached sex with vs the emotional connection they're developing with their anonymous chat buddy. What gets really confusing for the MCs is when they start developing feelings for each other in real life but are scared to explore them as fuck buddies, while each guy simultaneously gets more and more curious about his chat buddy but is scared to rock the boat by meeting up.
The interesting thing about Caulky is that it offers two parallel stories in one. Insta-lust vs. slow burn romance. Ren and Cole (hookup sex) vs Rebound and CaulkyAF (months long chatting). So when Rebound and Caulky AF eventually meet up and discover who the other is, their relationship moves forward at an accelerated pace.
Although there's nothing original about the plot, it's still a fun read if you're looking for something light. The secondary characters, the other three bears, are great and I'm looking forward to also reading their stories.
"I don't want a relationship," he clarifies, and my stomach plummets while irritation rises in my chest. But before I can tell him off for the mixed signals, he goes on, "I want you."
This is a fun, flirty romance with a lot of steam (like a lot!). Both MCs have commitment issues, but for very different reasons. Ren is a serial monogamist who's just come out of a bad break up. Tired of having his heart broken after a string of failed relationships, he's only looking for a quick fling. Cole is a construction owner and one of the four owners of Four Bears Construction. A manwhore who only does one night stands, Cole has never been in a relationship nor does he want one.
Ren and Cole hook up once, which turns into a series of hookups before Ren goes all chicken and breaks things off. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to each other, they had both signed up to the same online dating site and have been chatting with each other all this time anonymously. Ren's online handle is Rebound, while Cole's is CaulkyAF. Their daily chats over several months create real intimacy, allowing each guy to reveal parts of himself that he's never shared with others.
A significant chunk of the book deals with Ren's and Cole's conflict with the dual attachments they're forming, i.e. with they person they're having hot, no-strings attached sex with vs the emotional connection they're developing with their anonymous chat buddy. What gets really confusing for the MCs is when they start developing feelings for each other in real life but are scared to explore them as fuck buddies, while each guy simultaneously gets more and more curious about his chat buddy but is scared to rock the boat by meeting up.
The interesting thing about Caulky is that it offers two parallel stories in one. Insta-lust vs. slow burn romance. Ren and Cole (hookup sex) vs Rebound and CaulkyAF (months long chatting). So when Rebound and Caulky AF eventually meet up and discover who the other is, their relationship moves forward at an accelerated pace.
Although there's nothing original about the plot, it's still a fun read if you're looking for something light. The secondary characters, the other three bears, are great and I'm looking forward to also reading their stories.
February 24, 2023
The perfect book for a chilling Friday afternoon. It was fun and steamy, with no angst or drama, fluffy and soothing. Ren and Cole are amazing together even if it takes a while for them to really get together, but the journey to get there is wonderfully entertaining.
“Are you a teddy bear, wanting to take me home and cuddle that big body around me all night? Or are you a grizzly bear with plans to maul?”
“Which kind of bear wants to bend you over and fuck you until you come so hard you can’t remember your own name?” 👀
Towards the end the sex scenes were maybe a bit too much for me, because actually there was a good balance between hot sex and plot, but later the focus was a bit too much on the sex for me.
However, the sex, goodness ... actually of the rather simple, vanilla kind, but oh so steamy.
I think the book has the best rimming scene of those I have read so far.
“More, more, more,” he pleads. Ren’s toes curl against my shoulders, his moans growing louder, echoing off the bathroom walls just like I imagined, as I shove my tongue deep inside him over and over, fucking him, licking him, driving him fucking wild.
🥵🥵🥵 incredibly delicious 😳
“Are you a teddy bear, wanting to take me home and cuddle that big body around me all night? Or are you a grizzly bear with plans to maul?”
“Which kind of bear wants to bend you over and fuck you until you come so hard you can’t remember your own name?” 👀
Towards the end the sex scenes were maybe a bit too much for me, because actually there was a good balance between hot sex and plot, but later the focus was a bit too much on the sex for me.
However, the sex, goodness ... actually of the rather simple, vanilla kind, but oh so steamy.
I think the book has the best rimming scene of those I have read so far.
“More, more, more,” he pleads. Ren’s toes curl against my shoulders, his moans growing louder, echoing off the bathroom walls just like I imagined, as I shove my tongue deep inside him over and over, fucking him, licking him, driving him fucking wild.
🥵🥵🥵 incredibly delicious 😳
October 13, 2020
I ...wow. okay...
First let me say i waited for this book for a while and i was so stoked when he finally came out. There were maybe 1 or 2 typos . Nothing major. The chemistry was insane. I loved how throughout everything the universe was basically screaming at them both lol. Cole/caulky was a legit sweetheart and so real about everything. If you dont fall for him (even just a tiny bit) i may not trust you. Ren was adorable and i was skeptical of the bees but he made it sound legit interesting.
Honeybee and Grizzly...♡ he still my heart.
Throughout this entire book i have cried wanted to facepalm myself and laughed out loud so much its insane.
I so cant wait for Daniel to get his HEA. And i am super curious about ollie and stone....i want ollie to find his forever and im just curious for more stone in general lol.
First let me say i waited for this book for a while and i was so stoked when he finally came out. There were maybe 1 or 2 typos . Nothing major. The chemistry was insane. I loved how throughout everything the universe was basically screaming at them both lol. Cole/caulky was a legit sweetheart and so real about everything. If you dont fall for him (even just a tiny bit) i may not trust you. Ren was adorable and i was skeptical of the bees but he made it sound legit interesting.
Honeybee and Grizzly...♡ he still my heart.
Throughout this entire book i have cried wanted to facepalm myself and laughed out loud so much its insane.
I so cant wait for Daniel to get his HEA. And i am super curious about ollie and stone....i want ollie to find his forever and im just curious for more stone in general lol.
March 16, 2020
Fun, sweet and super steamy romance, with no real angst. I adored the MCs and the secondary characters so that guarantees I'll be picking up the next one.
March 26, 2020
Caulky was just what I needed during these difficult times.
-Awesome set of characters
-Sweet
-Steamy
-Some feels
Just all around feel good. This book provided the perfect escape.
I'm going with 5 Stars.
I can't wait for the next books.
-Awesome set of characters
-Sweet
-Steamy
-Some feels
Just all around feel good. This book provided the perfect escape.
I'm going with 5 Stars.
I can't wait for the next books.
June 27, 2020
Well ...
The book is cute, no doubt, it just didn't appeal to me.
You immediately understand what is happening in the story, the author writes well but I think it was the kind of story that didn't let me like the book ...
In this story we met Ren and Cole, Ren just got dumped by his boyfriend when he meets Cole at the bar for the first time and although Ren wants to have a one night stand he realizes that maybe this is not the best solution for overcome his broken heart.
However, about half a year later they meet again and finally and they have a one night stand, the next day Ren was waiting for a contractor to remodel the bathroom and he finds out that this contractor is Cole .
Meanwhile Cole and Ren hookup a few more times and Ren doesn't know what he wants because he likes Cole but he is also having feelings for a person he has never met (they speak in an app).
Can you add 2 + 2? Yup!
Rating: 3 Stars.
Steam: 6 out of 10.
Triggers:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
The book is cute, no doubt, it just didn't appeal to me.
You immediately understand what is happening in the story, the author writes well but I think it was the kind of story that didn't let me like the book ...
In this story we met Ren and Cole, Ren just got dumped by his boyfriend when he meets Cole at the bar for the first time and although Ren wants to have a one night stand he realizes that maybe this is not the best solution for overcome his broken heart.
However, about half a year later they meet again and finally and they have a one night stand, the next day Ren was waiting for a contractor to remodel the bathroom and he finds out that this contractor is Cole .
Meanwhile Cole and Ren hookup a few more times and Ren doesn't know what he wants because he likes Cole but he is also having feelings for a person he has never met (they speak in an app).
Can you add 2 + 2? Yup!
Rating: 3 Stars.
Steam: 6 out of 10.
Triggers:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
d-n-f
June 11, 2020DNF AT 50%
I tried but I’m bored, honestly and truly.
Narration: 4 Pants Off
Good job!
January 21, 2023
I went into this novel warily; I'm someone who prefers to read "own-voices" stories, and this series is not "own-voices." There's already been a HUGE discussion about cis-het women writing stories about queer men falling in love. I understand if other people have hang-ups, but I don't think it's okay to limit who can write certain stories; however, I ALWAYS make sure to prioritize "own-voices" stories without prohibiting myself from reading something that isn't "own-voices."
This book didn't start well for me, there was SO much about the story that seemed disingenuous; it was VERY apparent that the steamy scenes at the beginning were written by someone who has never experienced being a man having sex with another man (I don't want to get TOO specific in this review, but TRUST ME... I was cringing and saying OUT LOUD, "Yeah, right!"). I was so close to DNFing this book within the first quarter of it.
However, I'm glad that I didn't DNF this book because IT GOT BETTER! The characters were what propelled me forward; I genuinely liked reading about the budding romance of Ren and Cole. Their banter was fun, their romance was exciting, and I was glad that we got to see them IN A RELATIONSHIP for the latter part of the book. I have only ever read MM books where they are building up to being together the entire novel, and it ends with them finally starting a relationship. It was refreshing.
However, even the BEST steamy scenes in this novel were mediocre; I think this is because Neuhold is a Cis woman who doesn't have the strongest understanding of what gay sex is like. Therefore, I was taken out of the fantasy during most of those scenes because I couldn't suspend my disbelief. I will say that they got better as the novel went on, but I think that is because I was such a fan of the characters themselves, and I was ROOTING for it to be better.
Despite the steamy scenes in this book being at the bottom of my list of MM steamy scenes in general, there were MORE of them in this book than any other I've read before! I don't want to assume, but I absolutely hope that this isn't a product of misguided stereotypes of queer men's promiscuity. To be fair, it wasn't until sitting down to write this review that that possibility even occurred to me; therefore, I hope that it isn't the case. However, it was very interesting to me, even in the moment, that the STEAMIEST MM book that I've read was ALSO the first MM book that I read written by a Cis-Het woman.
Overall, I really did enjoy this novel, and I plan to continue on with the series very soon!
This book didn't start well for me, there was SO much about the story that seemed disingenuous; it was VERY apparent that the steamy scenes at the beginning were written by someone who has never experienced being a man having sex with another man (I don't want to get TOO specific in this review, but TRUST ME... I was cringing and saying OUT LOUD, "Yeah, right!"). I was so close to DNFing this book within the first quarter of it.
However, I'm glad that I didn't DNF this book because IT GOT BETTER! The characters were what propelled me forward; I genuinely liked reading about the budding romance of Ren and Cole. Their banter was fun, their romance was exciting, and I was glad that we got to see them IN A RELATIONSHIP for the latter part of the book. I have only ever read MM books where they are building up to being together the entire novel, and it ends with them finally starting a relationship. It was refreshing.
However, even the BEST steamy scenes in this novel were mediocre; I think this is because Neuhold is a Cis woman who doesn't have the strongest understanding of what gay sex is like. Therefore, I was taken out of the fantasy during most of those scenes because I couldn't suspend my disbelief. I will say that they got better as the novel went on, but I think that is because I was such a fan of the characters themselves, and I was ROOTING for it to be better.
Despite the steamy scenes in this book being at the bottom of my list of MM steamy scenes in general, there were MORE of them in this book than any other I've read before! I don't want to assume, but I absolutely hope that this isn't a product of misguided stereotypes of queer men's promiscuity. To be fair, it wasn't until sitting down to write this review that that possibility even occurred to me; therefore, I hope that it isn't the case. However, it was very interesting to me, even in the moment, that the STEAMIEST MM book that I've read was ALSO the first MM book that I read written by a Cis-Het woman.
Overall, I really did enjoy this novel, and I plan to continue on with the series very soon!
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June 22, 2024
|| 3.0 stars ||
This book is quite alright. It's very fluffy and definitely has its sweet moments, but there is just something missing for me.
Even though I enjoyed this novel, I wasn't fully invested. I didn't feel an emotional connection to the characters or the story. That's not to say the concept isn't cute or the character's aren't nice, because they are. I would even say Ren and Cole have some definite chemistry between them.
Yet, everything all remains rather surface level. There is no tension, drama or anything thrilling. Of course it's cute that everything is so smooth sailing, but then again, it can also be rather boring.
Frustratingly, Ren and Cole claim to have this very deep bond, specifically through this anonymous dating app they're on, but I never really saw that. To me, all they really had was banter and sexual chemistry.
Later on, I did start to see more of that deep bond coming from Cole as he was very supportive of Ren, and pushed him in all the right ways, which ultimately made him my favourite of the two.
Anyway, long story short, there's not much special about this novel, but there is also not much wrong with it.
I think this is one of those books where your enjoyment depends a lot on the mood you're in. I mean, if you're looking for something angsty and filled with emotions, then this is definitely not the right read for you at the moment.
'Four Bears Construction' series:
1. Caulky - 3.0 stars
6. Stripped - 2.5 stars
Short Story:
1.5. Happy Birthday, Honey - 1.0 star
This book is quite alright. It's very fluffy and definitely has its sweet moments, but there is just something missing for me.
Even though I enjoyed this novel, I wasn't fully invested. I didn't feel an emotional connection to the characters or the story. That's not to say the concept isn't cute or the character's aren't nice, because they are. I would even say Ren and Cole have some definite chemistry between them.
Yet, everything all remains rather surface level. There is no tension, drama or anything thrilling. Of course it's cute that everything is so smooth sailing, but then again, it can also be rather boring.
Frustratingly, Ren and Cole claim to have this very deep bond, specifically through this anonymous dating app they're on, but I never really saw that. To me, all they really had was banter and sexual chemistry.
Later on, I did start to see more of that deep bond coming from Cole as he was very supportive of Ren, and pushed him in all the right ways, which ultimately made him my favourite of the two.
Anyway, long story short, there's not much special about this novel, but there is also not much wrong with it.
I think this is one of those books where your enjoyment depends a lot on the mood you're in. I mean, if you're looking for something angsty and filled with emotions, then this is definitely not the right read for you at the moment.
'Four Bears Construction' series:
1. Caulky - 3.0 stars
6. Stripped - 2.5 stars
Short Story:
1.5. Happy Birthday, Honey - 1.0 star
February 11, 2020
*3.5 stars*
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