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The Mounting Block
He lost a leg to save a community's connectivity. He also lost his sense of balance--in more ways than one. Equine therapy can help him regain physical balance, while a Hellenistic blacksmith and horse trainer helps him regain footing as a gay man deserving of love.
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Published October 2, 2020
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October 8, 2020
Joe and Dan
After an accident, Joe’s life turned upside down leaving him heavily injured.
Medical advice is horse therapy. Horses are great with humans in need.
He meets Dan his trainer and again his life is changing.
An instant-love romance between two guys with disabilities, realistically taking place in the middle of the COVID pandemic.
A super short, kind, sweet, and hopeful story.
After an accident, Joe’s life turned upside down leaving him heavily injured.
Medical advice is horse therapy. Horses are great with humans in need.
He meets Dan his trainer and again his life is changing.
An instant-love romance between two guys with disabilities, realistically taking place in the middle of the COVID pandemic.
A super short, kind, sweet, and hopeful story.
October 2, 2020
A good start with a sassy Joe doubting the horse therapy. Dan and Joe get along great for a fast attraction.
Joe 44 had to go to his physical therapy due to a car accident he was lucky to survive. Trying horse therapy was someting new.
Joe 44 had to go to his physical therapy due to a car accident he was lucky to survive. Trying horse therapy was someting new.
September 28, 2020
I received this book for free from Gay Romance Reviews in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
The Mounting Block was a very quick read. The chemistry between Dan and Joe was instant. But I felt like it came on way too quickly and they progressed in their relationships really fast. But being a shorter book it was probably necessary.
The premise of the book it Joe going to house back ridding therapy to help after losing his leg. He did not go there looking for love, but just it happened to be looking for him. The story points out that love can happen anywhere especially when you least expect it.
Dan believes in the Greek gods, and I really like the part of his character. I have always had an interest in them and seeing as part of the story was a nice surprise for me. Horses play a major role in Greek mythology and it made perfect sense to include in here.
The Mounting Block is set in the present-day during the COVID-19 epidemic. There mentions of face masks, COVID testing, and checking on temperature when Joe arrived at the ranch. This was another reminder of what we are going through in the real world.
The entire book took place with the span of a few days. But the romance between Dan and Joe blossoms within two days. The ending was alright for me, nothing too spectacular. But there were draws to how Joe lost his leg and saving the dogs in the rainstorm that flooded the area.
Overall The Mounting Block is a really quick read. It overs a few sex scenes but nothing too descriptive. This was a fast love romance. But I was easily able to get a sense of who the characters really were.
The Mounting Block was a very quick read. The chemistry between Dan and Joe was instant. But I felt like it came on way too quickly and they progressed in their relationships really fast. But being a shorter book it was probably necessary.
The premise of the book it Joe going to house back ridding therapy to help after losing his leg. He did not go there looking for love, but just it happened to be looking for him. The story points out that love can happen anywhere especially when you least expect it.
Dan believes in the Greek gods, and I really like the part of his character. I have always had an interest in them and seeing as part of the story was a nice surprise for me. Horses play a major role in Greek mythology and it made perfect sense to include in here.
The Mounting Block is set in the present-day during the COVID-19 epidemic. There mentions of face masks, COVID testing, and checking on temperature when Joe arrived at the ranch. This was another reminder of what we are going through in the real world.
The entire book took place with the span of a few days. But the romance between Dan and Joe blossoms within two days. The ending was alright for me, nothing too spectacular. But there were draws to how Joe lost his leg and saving the dogs in the rainstorm that flooded the area.
Overall The Mounting Block is a really quick read. It overs a few sex scenes but nothing too descriptive. This was a fast love romance. But I was easily able to get a sense of who the characters really were.
October 14, 2020
This is a short and sweet story, but I think because of the super insta-love feel, it felt off on the romance. Both men were saying all the right things, but I just didn’t feel the romance until the very end. I did enjoy Joe and Dan as both men seen nice and gentle. I liked everything that happens right before dinner and after to the end.
September 29, 2020
This is book three of the Stable Tales and is a complete standalone. This novella is about Joe, a man who was hurt on the job and is now trying to put himself back together after a major head trauma and leg amputation. He is pretty bitter about life until he is sent to Dan at a local stable for some horse therapy. This is a very precise but beautiful story about finding yourself again and realizing what really makes you feel complete and worthwhile.
September 28, 2020
This is cute short read about two men who are instantly drawn to each other. It takes place over a short period of time (24-36 hours or so) I enjoyed the book and it was a quick read but I would have enjoyed it more if there were a few more details. If half stars were available I’d give it 3.5 stars. The reason being the ending is very abrupt and it felt like there should have been more to the story. If you’re looking for a cute short read this book is perfect for you! :)
I received a free ARC of this book, this is my honest review.
I received a free ARC of this book, this is my honest review.
October 13, 2020
The Mounting Block
MMy Thoughts Confessions and Review:
I must confess it was the “About the Author,” that drew me into this little hero’s journey. This is also the first time this year I have read a book that mentions the pandemic (passively) in the storyline.
Our hero in the story has suffered a devastating trauma due to a natural disaster that has him even now, several months later dealing with physical issues, PTSD, and bodily grief and loss. He no longer feels like a whole person and is only going to physical therapy because he knows he must.
On the advice of his therapist, he agrees to try a different kind of therapy involving horses and thanks be to the stars a man who looks to be descended from the Gods themselves. Our hero discovers perhaps his life isn’t quite over yet as the two men find in each other pieces missing from their lives.
The story isn’t over there, however, because we all know in every good hero’s journey once a hero begins to believe once more, his will is put to the test once more. That final test made me tear up, but then I have always had a soft spot for the fallen who refuse to give up. The strength of the human spirit is an amazing thing.
Sharonica’s Logic: 4.00 gifted-by-the-gods-stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟
I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my review. 📚🌟📚
MMy Thoughts Confessions and Review:
I must confess it was the “About the Author,” that drew me into this little hero’s journey. This is also the first time this year I have read a book that mentions the pandemic (passively) in the storyline.
Our hero in the story has suffered a devastating trauma due to a natural disaster that has him even now, several months later dealing with physical issues, PTSD, and bodily grief and loss. He no longer feels like a whole person and is only going to physical therapy because he knows he must.
On the advice of his therapist, he agrees to try a different kind of therapy involving horses and thanks be to the stars a man who looks to be descended from the Gods themselves. Our hero discovers perhaps his life isn’t quite over yet as the two men find in each other pieces missing from their lives.
The story isn’t over there, however, because we all know in every good hero’s journey once a hero begins to believe once more, his will is put to the test once more. That final test made me tear up, but then I have always had a soft spot for the fallen who refuse to give up. The strength of the human spirit is an amazing thing.
Sharonica’s Logic: 4.00 gifted-by-the-gods-stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟
I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my review. 📚🌟📚
October 11, 2020
Short and poignant M/M lust to love
This was a witty and at times snarky, in a self-deprecating way, story of Joe who had a calamitous event take his old life away. Now he just plods along taking one day at a time until his physiotherapist suggests he begin equine therapy. There he meets a mountain of a man, Dante Constantine. Whereas their getting together was pretty formulaic, their personalities and beliefs are unique. I can’t tell you the ending but I will say that it made me cry. There were some really great lines like: Joe says, “at this point in my life, I get aroused by Doc Martin commercials.” I’m glad these two men found each other when they did. It proved beneficial! Told in dual points of view. The ending is a page-turner.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book through Gay Romance Reviews and it is recommended for readers of M/M romance who like their characters with a little quirkiness.
This was a witty and at times snarky, in a self-deprecating way, story of Joe who had a calamitous event take his old life away. Now he just plods along taking one day at a time until his physiotherapist suggests he begin equine therapy. There he meets a mountain of a man, Dante Constantine. Whereas their getting together was pretty formulaic, their personalities and beliefs are unique. I can’t tell you the ending but I will say that it made me cry. There were some really great lines like: Joe says, “at this point in my life, I get aroused by Doc Martin commercials.” I’m glad these two men found each other when they did. It proved beneficial! Told in dual points of view. The ending is a page-turner.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book through Gay Romance Reviews and it is recommended for readers of M/M romance who like their characters with a little quirkiness.
October 12, 2020
Joe’s life has been turned upside down after a terrible accident. He is advised to try horse therapy. Dan is his trainer and gives him a new lease on life. Joe and Dan have an instant attraction and great chemistry. I thought it was great how the author incorporated the Covid pandemic into the story line making the story feel a little more real. It was a short read for me, but I liked it. I’m voluntarily leaving a review form an advanced copy that I received. My reviews are solely based on my thoughts and opinions.
October 13, 2020
I wasn't sure about this book once I realized it was set during the contemporary pandemic, but that turned out not to be something that distracted from my enjoyment of the story although it may prevent some readers from using the book as an escape from the daily troubles. What sold me was the inclusion of equine therapy and the Greek gods being integral to one of the character's personality. I thought the author incorporated information about both of these seamlessly into the story. The romance was sweet and hot and perfect for an afternoon read.
October 15, 2020
Excellent short story. If you like insta-love, this may be for you.
Losing a limb is difficult. Having it occur during a natural disaster and still feeling the ill effects several months later is incomprehensible. Joe turns to horse therapy as a means of getting his balance emotionally and physically.
Dan becomes Joe's horse trainer. Dan shows him a path forward and the two embark on this journey together.
Complete and powerful chemistry.
**I received this ARC from Gay Romance Reviews for my honest feedback.**
Losing a limb is difficult. Having it occur during a natural disaster and still feeling the ill effects several months later is incomprehensible. Joe turns to horse therapy as a means of getting his balance emotionally and physically.
Dan becomes Joe's horse trainer. Dan shows him a path forward and the two embark on this journey together.
Complete and powerful chemistry.
**I received this ARC from Gay Romance Reviews for my honest feedback.**
October 17, 2020
Short, sweet and healing. A hurt/comfort storyline by Darragha, had humour, belief in the Greek gods which I loved and explosive chemistry between Dan and Jo, this was a delightful read.
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book for my honest opinions of which I’m under no obligation to do so. I definitely recommend this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book for my honest opinions of which I’m under no obligation to do so. I definitely recommend this book.
October 12, 2020
An inspirational story of one man, Dan, helping another, Joe, through horse therapy. Not only physically, but emotionally as well.
Well written with some angst towards the end.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.
Well written with some angst towards the end.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.
October 13, 2020
A short romance with insta love. Joe needs horse therapy, losing a leg is no joke but Joe is not sure that it might work. Dan shows him otherwise, and also that he could find love. I liked this story.
October 12, 2020
This is a short insta love story following Joe who needs horse therapy and Dan the therapist. It all just happens too quick for me.
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