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Subduing Ryan: A Wild Possession Romance
Ryan Siebol is wary of relationships. The man he loved for years, Andrew Morris, cheated on him, and Ryan isn't sure he could ever endure anything serious right now. Only casual will do. But Officer Paul Grayling has had his eye on his sad, sexy neighbor for months. He knows that Ryan's heart was broken, but when a chance to get together for a night of fun presents itself, he takes full advantage.
Their chemistry is surprising, and Ryan isn’t sure what to think about how well he and Paul hit it off. Ryan is still hesitant to pursue anything serious, but Paul isn't making it easy, and what they have together could turn into love. It doesn't help that Ryan's ex keeps popping up at the wrong time, asking to get back together again. In the end, though, Ryan and Paul have to decide what they truly want, no matter the obstacles that come their way.
Their chemistry is surprising, and Ryan isn’t sure what to think about how well he and Paul hit it off. Ryan is still hesitant to pursue anything serious, but Paul isn't making it easy, and what they have together could turn into love. It doesn't help that Ryan's ex keeps popping up at the wrong time, asking to get back together again. In the end, though, Ryan and Paul have to decide what they truly want, no matter the obstacles that come their way.
69 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2020
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E.A. Gosling
8 books6 followersE.A. Gosling is an accountant by day and author by night. Raised by a single mother and a gay uncle from a slum area at the outskirt of the city. Since his teenage days, E.A. Gosling has been obsessed with storytelling from flawed and abused women and gay characters as his heroes.
“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending” – C.S. Lewis
He enjoys daydreaming during weekend, while having a cup of his favorite coffee. He has a lovely daughter and married to an English literature teacher whom he thinks is his walking dictionary. He stays up late most of the night, reading novels and tell the story to his wife as a topic on the following day.
“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending” – C.S. Lewis
He enjoys daydreaming during weekend, while having a cup of his favorite coffee. He has a lovely daughter and married to an English literature teacher whom he thinks is his walking dictionary. He stays up late most of the night, reading novels and tell the story to his wife as a topic on the following day.
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May 8, 2022
Subduing Ryan is a MM novella by E.A. Gosling. This was my first book by this author. I’ve had it on my kindle for quite awhile and finally got around to reading it. It was sweet and sexy and pretty much angst free.
Ryan Siebol is thirty nine years old and is the owner of a successful bar. He recently got out of a four year relationship that he thought was going to be forever when he found out his ex was cheating on him. Being a bar owner, Ryan never gets home from work until the wee hours of the morning and often sees his new neighbor who is a police officer getting home around the same time. But, the most they have ever done is exchange a quick hello across the yard.
Paul Grayling is a police officer and due to his crazy hours, has trouble sustaining a relationship. He got his sexy neighbor’s story from a neighbor and knew he had been seriously hurt so he kept his distance. But it’s been enough time and he’s ready to get better acquainted.
Ryan knows it’s time to move on but he’s not ready for anything serious. But some sexy times with his neighbor might be just what he needs. The more time they spend together, though, the more he sees the potential for this to be so much more. Is he ready for that, though?
This was a cute, fun read with crazy, inappropriate parents and plenty of sexy times. Ryan and Paul were perfect for each other. They just seemed to fit. I enjoyed this. There were some editing issues that were a bit distracting but overall, it was a fun read.
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Ryan Siebol is thirty nine years old and is the owner of a successful bar. He recently got out of a four year relationship that he thought was going to be forever when he found out his ex was cheating on him. Being a bar owner, Ryan never gets home from work until the wee hours of the morning and often sees his new neighbor who is a police officer getting home around the same time. But, the most they have ever done is exchange a quick hello across the yard.
Paul Grayling is a police officer and due to his crazy hours, has trouble sustaining a relationship. He got his sexy neighbor’s story from a neighbor and knew he had been seriously hurt so he kept his distance. But it’s been enough time and he’s ready to get better acquainted.
Ryan knows it’s time to move on but he’s not ready for anything serious. But some sexy times with his neighbor might be just what he needs. The more time they spend together, though, the more he sees the potential for this to be so much more. Is he ready for that, though?
This was a cute, fun read with crazy, inappropriate parents and plenty of sexy times. Ryan and Paul were perfect for each other. They just seemed to fit. I enjoyed this. There were some editing issues that were a bit distracting but overall, it was a fun read.
For more about this book and so many others, come and visit me at Carol's Crazy Bookish World.
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August 17, 2023
“I’ll deal. Will we be fretting on the dance floor?”
I laughed. “Maybe.” Because when my body was in Paul’s hands, I knew no restraint.
“You know, I hadn’t pegged you as an exhibitionist when we met. I like it.”
Chuckling, I said, “I am pretty much shameless if you haven’t divined that by now. And it’s all your fault.”
“I’m happy to take the blame for sexy times.” He stroked my cheek. “Worth it.” — Paul and Ryan
Warnings: harassment (?), exhibitionism
This feels so complete and enjoyable. It does manage to balance smut and character even if it does lean on tropes. Though it must be said that Paul's parents Burt and Marge are far from tropey and I love them. Marge in particular made me laugh, every time she was on the page I lit up. I do like a good mother in MM and not only is Marge good she is unusual. I will not spoil her for you, just know I think this is worth reading for her alone. I enjoyed the dynamic between the leading men. Ryan Siebol runs a bar and works largely 16-18 hour days at night and has recently been burned by a bad breakup leaving him with trust issues and emotional scars. Paul Grayling is a police officer and Ryan's next door neighbour, Ryan instantly caught his attention and neighbourhood gossip did the rest. Paul's similar shifts to Ryan gives him some sympathy for Ryan's plight when it comes to finding a good man. Their dynamic is a mix of care and spice, they have elements of exhibitionism Ryan loves the feel of PAul's hands on him and does not care who sees. There is a very public moment in Ryan's bar, on the dance floor that I appreciate, it suits them.
I'm not a huge fan of the title. Subduing Ryan gives vibes that I feel the book doesn't quite deserve, vibes that seem to e reflected in the cover. I feel both gave slight BDSM vibes there is none of that here, the only kink is exhibitionism. Ryan is the one being chased yes but Paul gives him the space he needs to prepare emotionally even if they are exceptionally hot and heavy from the first time they act on their chemistry. I gave a warning for potential harassment, that is Andrew Morris wanting his ex, Ryan back. He wants Ryan for as much or as little as he can get him, be that 2 minutes in a toilet stall, a night or a complete second chance. Andrew is the root source of much of the story's angst though not so much his harassment as the lasting effect he has had on Ryan's personality.
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July 16, 2023
Ryan Siebol, 39, is a business owner. He owns his own nightclub. Ryan puts in long hours, but it’s his dream, and he’s been doing it for ten years.
Ryan recently broke up with Andrew; Andrew is drunken ho who cheated on Ryan with a lot of guys.
Paul Grayling is a hard-working police officer. The cop works a lot of night shifts.
The guys have good chemistry together.
Paul’s Mom Texts are pretty funny.
The author tries to jam in so many sexual encounters (yes I *did* just write that; there are 10) but they’re all lacking in intimacy and descriptive detail. I’d rather have 3-4 well-written scenes than the 10 phoned-in encounters we get in this book.
Nonsensical condom usage.
Sweet but milquetoast.
No clue why Ryan needs to be "subdued," or why there’s two blondes on the cover. The two men in this book are brunet and black-haired, respectively.
Ryan recently broke up with Andrew; Andrew is drunken ho who cheated on Ryan with a lot of guys.
Paul Grayling is a hard-working police officer. The cop works a lot of night shifts.
The guys have good chemistry together.
Paul’s Mom Texts are pretty funny.
The author tries to jam in so many sexual encounters (yes I *did* just write that; there are 10) but they’re all lacking in intimacy and descriptive detail. I’d rather have 3-4 well-written scenes than the 10 phoned-in encounters we get in this book.
Nonsensical condom usage.
Sweet but milquetoast.
No clue why Ryan needs to be "subdued," or why there’s two blondes on the cover. The two men in this book are brunet and black-haired, respectively.
March 14, 2020
Steamy and sweet: who wants to be my neighbor?😉
A solid, short, sweaty romance that's pretty positive and upbeat. The plot's easy to follow, with plenty of 🔥 hot clinches, not too much depth to the characters and even disruptor former boyfriend Andrew gets his own road to Damascus moment and mini HFN. The pairing of Paul, a cop, and Ryan, a conscientious bar owner, works and Paul's parents add a touch of humor. Despite some spelling gaffes and missing words, I enjoyed this couple's story.
A solid, short, sweaty romance that's pretty positive and upbeat. The plot's easy to follow, with plenty of 🔥 hot clinches, not too much depth to the characters and even disruptor former boyfriend Andrew gets his own road to Damascus moment and mini HFN. The pairing of Paul, a cop, and Ryan, a conscientious bar owner, works and Paul's parents add a touch of humor. Despite some spelling gaffes and missing words, I enjoyed this couple's story.
October 4, 2021
It's what you'd expect
It was fine, nothing special. There were grammatical errors at times but, as I said, it's what you'd expect. Ryan and Paul were strictly surface-level characters. Their moved along too fast. Given that it was almost entirely sex-based I'm not sure how either perceived it as a relationship that could last. The ex-boyfriend was annoying and was wrapped up a bit too easily. Paul's parents were pretty unlikely to exist. And it was happily ever after.
Good for summer beach reading. Just don't keep your expectations high.
It was fine, nothing special. There were grammatical errors at times but, as I said, it's what you'd expect. Ryan and Paul were strictly surface-level characters. Their moved along too fast. Given that it was almost entirely sex-based I'm not sure how either perceived it as a relationship that could last. The ex-boyfriend was annoying and was wrapped up a bit too easily. Paul's parents were pretty unlikely to exist. And it was happily ever after.
Good for summer beach reading. Just don't keep your expectations high.
March 1, 2021
Hot yet complete!
Ryan and Paul are neighbors who share incredible sexual chemistry and insatiable appetites for one another. They fall in love with one another despite crazy work schedules, Ryan’s ex-boyfriend that won’t go away and Paul’s zany parents who happen to own a sex store. This is a novella with a complete yet satisfying story! I will definitely read more titles written by E A Gosling!
Ryan and Paul are neighbors who share incredible sexual chemistry and insatiable appetites for one another. They fall in love with one another despite crazy work schedules, Ryan’s ex-boyfriend that won’t go away and Paul’s zany parents who happen to own a sex store. This is a novella with a complete yet satisfying story! I will definitely read more titles written by E A Gosling!
August 7, 2020
First book for me
It's a good short story. I never know what I'm going to get when I try a new author but this caught my attention. With Sexy times and a good story about a cop and a bar owner who are neighbors. I liked the way the author wrote the characters and there were only a few typos that did not effect the story. I will be reading more from this author.
It's a good short story. I never know what I'm going to get when I try a new author but this caught my attention. With Sexy times and a good story about a cop and a bar owner who are neighbors. I liked the way the author wrote the characters and there were only a few typos that did not effect the story. I will be reading more from this author.
February 23, 2021
Liked this storyline. Paul is a cop and is neighbor to Ryan. Ryan owns and run a bar. He was hurt by his ex, Andrew cheating on him and keeps saying he's not ready for anything serious, but then Paul shows up at the bar one night. There was an instant connection. Can it turn into more than just sex? Worth the read!
July 20, 2021
Fine one time read
I originally passed this one by, thinking it would be bdsm because of the title. One of the other reviews said it wasn’t though, so I gave it a try.
It’s decent. Could’ve used another edit. I didn’t fall in love with the characters, and I don’t necessarily think I’d read it again, but it was a fine one time read.
I originally passed this one by, thinking it would be bdsm because of the title. One of the other reviews said it wasn’t though, so I gave it a try.
It’s decent. Could’ve used another edit. I didn’t fall in love with the characters, and I don’t necessarily think I’d read it again, but it was a fine one time read.
March 15, 2020
Subduing Ryan
The story was fun and romantic. I loved Paul’s parents. Ryan and Paul’s story starts off as friends who end up as lovers. Of course Ryan’s ex caused Andrew caused some trouble, but the book ended happily ever after. I will definitely read more by this author.
The story was fun and romantic. I loved Paul’s parents. Ryan and Paul’s story starts off as friends who end up as lovers. Of course Ryan’s ex caused Andrew caused some trouble, but the book ended happily ever after. I will definitely read more by this author.
April 5, 2020
Sexy, Romantic and Funny
Ryan and Paul are made for each other and I am cheering for them from the beginning of the story. I love their playful sexy conversations and their bedroom scenes.
Ryan and Paul are made for each other and I am cheering for them from the beginning of the story. I love their playful sexy conversations and their bedroom scenes.
July 30, 2020
It was alright
A pretty mundane, down to earth romance overall. Nothing dramatically exciting, no psycho characters. Just two guys in a relationship living their lives. In some ways it was nice, in others I was looking for more l.
A pretty mundane, down to earth romance overall. Nothing dramatically exciting, no psycho characters. Just two guys in a relationship living their lives. In some ways it was nice, in others I was looking for more l.
July 9, 2021
So good
This story was so good and jam packed with goodies even though its short. I loved the humor and Paul's parents, the sweet love and HEA that Ryan and Paul have is just perfect!
This story was so good and jam packed with goodies even though its short. I loved the humor and Paul's parents, the sweet love and HEA that Ryan and Paul have is just perfect!
May 16, 2022
Quick Read with Sexy Male Leads
This was a well written story with believable characters. I was drawn into the story from the first sentence. I lived the chemistry between the two main characters and the parents were a hoot.
This was a well written story with believable characters. I was drawn into the story from the first sentence. I lived the chemistry between the two main characters and the parents were a hoot.
August 6, 2023
Fun, likeable characters, with ….
…detail aplenty to give the reader insights into their thoughts without burying the pages in unneeded verbiage. Fast moving plot details prove a quick and satisfying read.
…detail aplenty to give the reader insights into their thoughts without burying the pages in unneeded verbiage. Fast moving plot details prove a quick and satisfying read.
July 27, 2025
Essentially short story smut. It was ok. The condom references didn’t seem to be necessary and made almost laugh during it. They seemed decently likable which was nice, but not a lot of true backstory to their characters. You’re essentially reading for the sex.
March 16, 2020
3.75 stars
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June 1, 2020
No angst, fun and easy short read. Despite the title, not at all kinky.
June 25, 2020
Should have been longer - everything was too fast. Too many grammatical mistakes as well.
August 12, 2020
2.5 stars
October 4, 2020
A wonderful story
I loved everything about this novella. The storyline, the characters, Paul's parents (really, they were hilarious). I highly recommended this book.
I loved everything about this novella. The storyline, the characters, Paul's parents (really, they were hilarious). I highly recommended this book.
July 25, 2021
Very sweet!
I fell in love with Paul and Ryan almost from page one. They are adorable (hot!!) and kind and have an amazing connection. It was like reading about two close friends!
I fell in love with Paul and Ryan almost from page one. They are adorable (hot!!) and kind and have an amazing connection. It was like reading about two close friends!
August 15, 2021
This was a very good story. I enjoyed it very much. Great chemistry between the main characters. Paul's parents are awesome!
January 12, 2024
Quick read.
October 9, 2025
3.5 rating Short story about a man who has been cheated on and doesn't want another relationship.
June 29, 2022
Wow
Ok that was. Awesome it came to a close. First to the first gay romance book I read but I'm not including any details
Ok that was. Awesome it came to a close. First to the first gay romance book I read but I'm not including any details
July 22, 2020
This story was cute and all, but Paul and Ryan have no chemistry other than sex. You need more than just sex for a relationship to work. Also, I hate cheaters who think they can waltz back into your life, and you'll come running. Most of this book was Paul and Ryan sleeping together. They went out once, but I still say they have nothing in common except sex! E.A. Gosling is an excellent author, but this book isn't something I want to keep or reread.
June 15, 2021
Very cute and enjoyable. And I adored Paul's parents; they need their own sitcom.
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