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For Him #3
Dear Mr. Brody
Parker,
I never meant for any of this to happen, to fall for you. It doesn't matter that we're both adults, or how much we want this to work. The college policy is clear. I can't see a way around this without one of us getting hurt. If I would’ve known who you were when we met online, I would have never pursued a relationship. I'm new to all of this, and besides my daughter, getting to know you has been the best thing to ever happen to me. But I can't make you hide again. I won't. It's not fair to either of us.
Deepest regrets,
Donovan
**
Dear Mr. Brody,
You're right, we are adults. I'm twenty-four years old, and I think I can decide for myself what's best for me. If this is about you losing your job, I'll walk away. But if this is you trying to protect me, then you're an idiot. I want you. I care about you. My past isn't an issue. What we're doing… it isn't the same thing. If we have to hide, so be it. I'm not ready to let you go.
Your Lost Boy,
Parker
I never meant for any of this to happen, to fall for you. It doesn't matter that we're both adults, or how much we want this to work. The college policy is clear. I can't see a way around this without one of us getting hurt. If I would’ve known who you were when we met online, I would have never pursued a relationship. I'm new to all of this, and besides my daughter, getting to know you has been the best thing to ever happen to me. But I can't make you hide again. I won't. It's not fair to either of us.
Deepest regrets,
Donovan
**
Dear Mr. Brody,
You're right, we are adults. I'm twenty-four years old, and I think I can decide for myself what's best for me. If this is about you losing your job, I'll walk away. But if this is you trying to protect me, then you're an idiot. I want you. I care about you. My past isn't an issue. What we're doing… it isn't the same thing. If we have to hide, so be it. I'm not ready to let you go.
Your Lost Boy,
Parker
288 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 5, 2021
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A.M. Johnson
41 books2,044 followersA.M. Johnson lives in Utah with her family where she works as a full-time nurse. If she’s not at the hockey rink with her kiddos, you’ll find her buried in a book or behind the keyboard. She loves romance and all things passionate. Amanda enjoys exploring all genres and bringing life to the human experience.
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April 3, 2022
This was a sweet story overall. Based on the premise, I expected more angst and drama, but it turned out to be quite fluffy and light-hearted.
I have to say that the teacher/student relationship bothered me a bit in the beginning, I'm not a fan of the trope, but I liked that it was treated more as an inconvenience than anything else. Another thing I appreciated was that the age gap wasn't a big deal in this story at all.
When it comes to the relationship, I do feel that Donovan gave in too quickly and too easily, all things considered, and they got serious really fast. I didn't feel that much chemistry between them, but I liked that they had some shared interests and they were sweet together.
I have to say that the teacher/student relationship bothered me a bit in the beginning, I'm not a fan of the trope, but I liked that it was treated more as an inconvenience than anything else. Another thing I appreciated was that the age gap wasn't a big deal in this story at all.
When it comes to the relationship, I do feel that Donovan gave in too quickly and too easily, all things considered, and they got serious really fast. I didn't feel that much chemistry between them, but I liked that they had some shared interests and they were sweet together.
October 13, 2021
dnf @ 65%
i was gonna see this through... but the second half was as boring as it was irritating... soooo, im out.
in all honesty, im just being a nit picky bitch with this book.
i really just think once i read about Parker fucking someone else after his cute little encounter with Donovan at the club, i was just hyper-aware of all the things about this book that rubbed me the wrong way. that scene definitely catalysed the downfall of this book for me. i guess i was resigned to liking it after that, so everything else that would normally bug me but i could easily ignore throat-punched the fuck out of me instead... am i making sense, or am i as crazy as i think i sound?
i thought the way they literally fell into one another at the club, holding onto each other while staring into each other’s eyes a little flustered, a little flirty, a little cute was so damn fun and adorable. only for it to be flushed down the loo with Parker having sex multiple times with a random coworker of his roommate that same night, after Donovan leaves the club🤧 for some people they might not give a fuck, but i really hated it.
if they hadn’t had that fumbling little meet-cute, i know for a fact i wouldn’t have cared about Parker sleeping with someone else bcos by that point Parker and Donovan had only met in class on a student-teacher basis, with Parker having a little unattainable crush on his professor.
but for me, that little meet cute made me smile so damn big. i thought it was a lovely interaction and it felt sullied by Parker sleeping with someone else near enough straight after. again, it’s a personal thing. most people wouldn’t give a fuck— but i give a fuck.
after that... well i made a list of all the little things that bugged the fuck out of me. enjoy me being a petty bitch😌
the cover of this is stunning tho. i really like it a lot. and while i adored Let There Be Light (Royal and Camden are 🥰🥺💖) by this author, this one didn’t work for me. but her writing style is still beautiful and something i really love. just Parker was a total miss for me— while i really like Donovan so it was a shame i couldn’t root for their romance even if they did have their cute moments... but it was the author’s really beautiful writing style more so than the characters themselves :///
i was gonna see this through... but the second half was as boring as it was irritating... soooo, im out.
in all honesty, im just being a nit picky bitch with this book.
i really just think once i read about Parker fucking someone else after his cute little encounter with Donovan at the club, i was just hyper-aware of all the things about this book that rubbed me the wrong way. that scene definitely catalysed the downfall of this book for me. i guess i was resigned to liking it after that, so everything else that would normally bug me but i could easily ignore throat-punched the fuck out of me instead... am i making sense, or am i as crazy as i think i sound?
i thought the way they literally fell into one another at the club, holding onto each other while staring into each other’s eyes a little flustered, a little flirty, a little cute was so damn fun and adorable. only for it to be flushed down the loo with Parker having sex multiple times with a random coworker of his roommate that same night, after Donovan leaves the club🤧 for some people they might not give a fuck, but i really hated it.
if they hadn’t had that fumbling little meet-cute, i know for a fact i wouldn’t have cared about Parker sleeping with someone else bcos by that point Parker and Donovan had only met in class on a student-teacher basis, with Parker having a little unattainable crush on his professor.
but for me, that little meet cute made me smile so damn big. i thought it was a lovely interaction and it felt sullied by Parker sleeping with someone else near enough straight after. again, it’s a personal thing. most people wouldn’t give a fuck— but i give a fuck.
after that... well i made a list of all the little things that bugged the fuck out of me. enjoy me being a petty bitch😌
🤡 Parker basically writing poetic smut about him getting fucked underneath a pier for his class with Donovan was beyond inappropriate. no student would actually dare turn that kind of writing in, and nor would a teacher let it slide😭
🤡 their sexting was like reading an IKEA manual.
🤡 Donovan’s ten-year-old daughter was written like she was a toddler. no ten-year-old talks or acts like that💀 embarrassing.
🤡 Marcos, Parker’s best friend and roommate, was a judgey little prick. like just let Parker wear what he wants even if it doesn’t fit your idea of “fashion”. and pressuring your friends to hook up with people too? that’s not a vibe, sweetie.
he also pissed me off with prying about Parker and Donovan’s sex life, low-key making fun/being weird about them not having anal sex yet after six weeks of dating... i– i don’t think i need to explain that penetration isn’t the only form of sex out there?? and it’s none of your business what Donovan is and isn’t comfortable with. disrespectfully, fuck off.
🤡 the speed in which Donovan graded papers really had me suspending my disbelief. no teacher grades papers the same night they’re submitted and gives them back the next day ://// that’s some serious Hogwarts, magic shit.
🤡 while the sexual chemistry was there during their in person encounters... i wasn’t fully convinced of the romance. idk, i think they reconciled their online and in person personas really quickly— their ease seemed a little unbelievable so in turn the romance was too.
🤡 and most of all... i didn’t really like Parker. i thought he was a bit of a dick in the beginning, just little things here and there that i didn’t enjoy. but what tipped me over the edge was that he was pushy af with Donovan... idk, their first kiss didn’t have me smiling like i wanted too even if it was written really well— Donovan leaves after finding out that the guy he’s been talking to online is Parker, his student. he tells Parker it can’t happen bcos it’s an abuse of his power, it’s unethical... you know, the usual.
but Parker didn’t seem to give a shit bcos he followed Donovan and was pushy af with him in my opinion. i am not saying Parker forced him or anything but he definitely saw Donovan’s “no”, uncertainty and hesitancy as something he could push, something he could change. left a bitter taste in my mouth— if Parker had backed off and let Donovan process shit, i wouldn’t have minded Parker putting himself out there, but he was too selfish for my tastes, not thinking about Donovan’s career or what Donovan told him, but was focused on himself and what he wanted🤷🏻♀️
the cover of this is stunning tho. i really like it a lot. and while i adored Let There Be Light (Royal and Camden are 🥰🥺💖) by this author, this one didn’t work for me. but her writing style is still beautiful and something i really love. just Parker was a total miss for me— while i really like Donovan so it was a shame i couldn’t root for their romance even if they did have their cute moments... but it was the author’s really beautiful writing style more so than the characters themselves :///
August 5, 2021
*** I received an eArc from the author in exchange for an honest review. ***
This is my favorite entry in the For Him Series. I enjoyed the little angst and genuine connection between Parker and Van, their instant connection with their text messages in the first part of the story. Another aspect that makes this story particularly enjoyable is the forbidden aspect of their relationship.
Donovan is a newly divorced father who is embarking on a journey of self-discovery by engaging for the first time with his bisexuality. Parker is a junior in college who spent four years in the Air Force and decides to take a creative writing course taught by Mr. Brody. Both Donovan and Parker are struggling with loneliness and finding genuine connections.
The story takes a turn when the truth is revealed, which leads to fantastic character developments for both Van and Parker. They are perfect for each other because of how well they complement one another. Parker is patient and understanding while Van adjusts to his newfound identity and together they build a relationship that is completely pure and one of a kind.
It was also nice seeing the other main characters, it's always a pleasure to see how well these stories intertwine and build from each other.
I loved this heartwarming story and cannot wait for the next entry.
This is my favorite entry in the For Him Series. I enjoyed the little angst and genuine connection between Parker and Van, their instant connection with their text messages in the first part of the story. Another aspect that makes this story particularly enjoyable is the forbidden aspect of their relationship.
Donovan is a newly divorced father who is embarking on a journey of self-discovery by engaging for the first time with his bisexuality. Parker is a junior in college who spent four years in the Air Force and decides to take a creative writing course taught by Mr. Brody. Both Donovan and Parker are struggling with loneliness and finding genuine connections.
The story takes a turn when the truth is revealed, which leads to fantastic character developments for both Van and Parker. They are perfect for each other because of how well they complement one another. Parker is patient and understanding while Van adjusts to his newfound identity and together they build a relationship that is completely pure and one of a kind.
It was also nice seeing the other main characters, it's always a pleasure to see how well these stories intertwine and build from each other.
I loved this heartwarming story and cannot wait for the next entry.
August 31, 2021
3.75 Stars
Told in dual POV, 1 st person, it’s the third installment in the "For Him" series with characters crossover. Even though it can be read as a standalone but if you read it in order, you would enjoy it more. It’s almost angst-free and feeling good and happy, good-written and well-paced. It’s a teacher-student story with a 10 years age gap. Both MCs are lovable, fun, sweet and there is good chemistry between them. Overall, I had a good time reading it and hope you enjoy it as well!
Told in dual POV, 1 st person, it’s the third installment in the "For Him" series with characters crossover. Even though it can be read as a standalone but if you read it in order, you would enjoy it more. It’s almost angst-free and feeling good and happy, good-written and well-paced. It’s a teacher-student story with a 10 years age gap. Both MCs are lovable, fun, sweet and there is good chemistry between them. Overall, I had a good time reading it and hope you enjoy it as well!
March 30, 2022
Audio - 5 Stars
Story - 4.5 Stars
My favorite of the series. Looking forward to the next book.
Story - 4.5 Stars
My favorite of the series. Looking forward to the next book.
August 20, 2021
DONOVAN: literary agent, recently divorced, newly minted adjunct professor, wants to explore his lifelong attraction to men
PARKER: military veteran, student, writer, hot for his creative writer teacher
HIGHLIGHTS:
Connection on dating app turns into a real life romance
Gay sex virgin, sexual exploration aplenty
Bonding over books
Complex MCs
Interesting secondary characters (I especially loved Marcos, Parker's closest friend and roommate, who is unapologetically himself: femme, loud, flirty, with zero filter)
Supportive family (I loved Van's parents and siblings, although I'm still wondering about Owen's life choices; also, perhaps Van's daughter was a tad too mature for a 10 year old?)
Standalone but with glimpses of MCs from books 1 and 2 (we're even invited to Anders and Ethan's wedding!)
HFN (I wish the ending had been stronger; I was slightly disappointed by the epilogue)
Possibility of a fourth book featuring Marcos and Chance? (Yes, please!)
PARKER: military veteran, student, writer, hot for his creative writer teacher
HIGHLIGHTS:
Connection on dating app turns into a real life romance
Gay sex virgin, sexual exploration aplenty
Bonding over books
Complex MCs
Interesting secondary characters (I especially loved Marcos, Parker's closest friend and roommate, who is unapologetically himself: femme, loud, flirty, with zero filter)
Supportive family (I loved Van's parents and siblings, although I'm still wondering about Owen's life choices; also, perhaps Van's daughter was a tad too mature for a 10 year old?)
Standalone but with glimpses of MCs from books 1 and 2 (we're even invited to Anders and Ethan's wedding!)
HFN (I wish the ending had been stronger; I was slightly disappointed by the epilogue)
Possibility of a fourth book featuring Marcos and Chance? (Yes, please!)
February 10, 2023
Audiobook - 5 stars
Story - 3.5 stars
This was all candy and sugar. I expected angst but it wasn't there. I still liked it.
I liked the Teacher/ Student dynamic, too bad it wasn't all that taboo!! it's college. 😭😭
Donovan and Park were likable.
I loved Marcos, he made me laugh when he was on page.
Story - 3.5 stars
This was all candy and sugar. I expected angst but it wasn't there. I still liked it.
I liked the Teacher/ Student dynamic, too bad it wasn't all that taboo!! it's college. 😭😭
Donovan and Park were likable.
I loved Marcos, he made me laugh when he was on page.
January 1, 2023
Loved this book, it was definitely my favorite in the series so far! Love professor/student. Loved seeing the characters from past books. I just wish we got a bit more of an epilogue.
August 5, 2021
I am addicted to AM Johnson's writing and words.
She writes such pretty, emotional and sweet words without them being overly fluffy and OTT. Her characters are always lovable and down-to-earth, balanced in a way that is never stereotypical.
They have that certain "Je ne sais quoi" that just works for me.
Now for the review...
What I loved:
1. The Characters:
Donovan/(Van): He is a recently divorced man, a dad, an editor and a new teacher in a private college.
He is also a bisexual man who has never been with a man, since he got married young and was completely devoted to his wife. Van is such a strong character. He juggles parenthood, 2 jobs and a relationship when he meets and falls for Parker. He is determined to be the best in every aspect in his life, and being with Parker breathes life into him, and shows him what he has been missing. #EyesWideOpen
Parker/Park: Is ex-military and now a college student who is pursuing a writing career. He knows that lusting over his handsome professor isn't going to get him anywhere, but it can't be helped. Park is resilient and courageous, handling life with energy and a positive disposition which is why he gives no f@cks when he sets his sights on Van. #IveGotMyEyesOnYou
2. The Plot:
We get to experience Park and Van navigating their attraction and acting on it, despite the fact that they shouldn't be together because of the college policies. Van and Parker meet anonymously online and then meet without even knowing who the other is. They bond over their love of a gay retelling of Peter Pan and take that first step towards a relationship. #IFoundYouMyLostBoy
3. The Romance:
They come together gradually, first online, then in person. They date, they bond and they become a family so seamlessly. Van's daughter is also part of that family, and Park is beautiful with her. This book is full of feels, and these men are not afraid to express their emotions. #BeautifulToWitness
PS: Van's blushes were the death of me.
4. Steam-o-meter: Steamy and so freaking erotic without being overly sexual! Sexting, Dirty talk...the works!
Van gets all his firsts with Parker and it was so HAWT. #ThisBodyIGiveToYou
5. Angst-o-meter: Lowish Angst. #HappyBookHappyMe
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6. The HEA: We get to have a very special HEA in this book! #NoSpoilers!
She writes such pretty, emotional and sweet words without them being overly fluffy and OTT. Her characters are always lovable and down-to-earth, balanced in a way that is never stereotypical.
They have that certain "Je ne sais quoi" that just works for me.
Now for the review...
What I loved:
1. The Characters:
Donovan/(Van): He is a recently divorced man, a dad, an editor and a new teacher in a private college.
He is also a bisexual man who has never been with a man, since he got married young and was completely devoted to his wife. Van is such a strong character. He juggles parenthood, 2 jobs and a relationship when he meets and falls for Parker. He is determined to be the best in every aspect in his life, and being with Parker breathes life into him, and shows him what he has been missing. #EyesWideOpen
Parker/Park: Is ex-military and now a college student who is pursuing a writing career. He knows that lusting over his handsome professor isn't going to get him anywhere, but it can't be helped. Park is resilient and courageous, handling life with energy and a positive disposition which is why he gives no f@cks when he sets his sights on Van. #IveGotMyEyesOnYou
2. The Plot:
We get to experience Park and Van navigating their attraction and acting on it, despite the fact that they shouldn't be together because of the college policies. Van and Parker meet anonymously online and then meet without even knowing who the other is. They bond over their love of a gay retelling of Peter Pan and take that first step towards a relationship. #IFoundYouMyLostBoy
3. The Romance:
They come together gradually, first online, then in person. They date, they bond and they become a family so seamlessly. Van's daughter is also part of that family, and Park is beautiful with her. This book is full of feels, and these men are not afraid to express their emotions. #BeautifulToWitness
PS: Van's blushes were the death of me.
4. Steam-o-meter: Steamy and so freaking erotic without being overly sexual! Sexting, Dirty talk...the works!
Van gets all his firsts with Parker and it was so HAWT. #ThisBodyIGiveToYou
5. Angst-o-meter: Lowish Angst. #HappyBookHappyMe
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6. The HEA: We get to have a very special HEA in this book! #NoSpoilers!
July 20, 2021
I was lucky enough to get an early copy of this book. It's my favorite AM Johnson book. I loved both characters, their connection and the playful banter.
July 20, 2021
Romance ✔
Chemistry ✔
Banter ✔
Self-discovery ✔
Relationship development ✔
Cyber love ✔
No unnecessary drama ✔
Teacher/Student ✔
Wonderful characters ✔
Dual POVs ✔
Good pacing ✔
Dear Mr. Brody by AM Johnson had it all. It's a beautifully written story about a recently divorced father starting over and an unexpected connection made via a dating app.
Loved it.
Recommend it.
Can't wait for book 4.
And can I suggest a short story for a certain brother and his "roommate"?
4.5 Stars
August 8, 2021
4.5 Stars!
Loved this one. Love the teacher/student aspect. The text exchanges. All of it!
I’ve really enjoyed this series and am tempted to go back and read book 1, which I skipped based on reviews.
Is there a Owen/Shane book in our future? Please 🙏🏼 and i can’t wait for the Marcus/Chance book.
Loved this one. Love the teacher/student aspect. The text exchanges. All of it!
I’ve really enjoyed this series and am tempted to go back and read book 1, which I skipped based on reviews.
Is there a Owen/Shane book in our future? Please 🙏🏼 and i can’t wait for the Marcus/Chance book.
July 28, 2021
I started reading mm romance about 2,5 years ago, and I've obviously read the same trope more than twice. Nowadays a book has to offer something special in order to stand out. To not end up on the growing pile of books I forget about soon after finishing.
I have to tell you: Amanda Johnson's books will never end up on that pile.
She has this exceptional way of telling a story. There's something beautiful about her use of words, about the way she is able to pull me into a book in just a few sentences. And when I read her books, I don't want them to end. I want to keep finding myself in the world she has created, to find myself surrounded by the mc's and even the secondary characters, because, without an exception, I have fallen in love with each and every one of them.
I love this series, and I think the books keep getting better and better. This is absolutely my favorite of the 3.
Parker and Van were so well fleshed out, so real and genuine. I would have loved to have them in my life! I enjoyed watching their story enfold, watching how they got to know each other and fall in love. They had such great chemistry and phew, when they started doing more than kissing...That was HOT!!
I loved how Van explored his bisexual side, how he wanted to experience his attraction to men. And I loved how Parker taught him, how tender and patient he was, how he kept needing Van's assurance about what they were doing. That it was something they both wanted. Their first time together felt real, how Parker took care of Van, how he accepted Van's boundaries. He's just such an amazing guy!
And how I loved that moment, when they both realize who they are! I think that was really very well done. Van's confusion felt so genuine, so real. The inner conflict. The pull to something he shouldn't want...
"You're my student," I hissed as quietly as possible. "You're twenty-three years old, for Christ's sake."
"My age didn't bother you when you came all over your chest the other night. And I'm twenty-four, remember..."
"Parker," I warned, my face on fire. "I didn't know who you were."
"I'm glad it's you." He rolled his bottom lip through his teeth, and I had to forcefully lift my gaze to his eyes. Which, if I were being honest with myself, wasn't any better. They were too genuine. Too vulnerable. "I think maybe...maybe...I hoped for you all along."
I have to tell you: Amanda Johnson's books will never end up on that pile.
She has this exceptional way of telling a story. There's something beautiful about her use of words, about the way she is able to pull me into a book in just a few sentences. And when I read her books, I don't want them to end. I want to keep finding myself in the world she has created, to find myself surrounded by the mc's and even the secondary characters, because, without an exception, I have fallen in love with each and every one of them.
I love this series, and I think the books keep getting better and better. This is absolutely my favorite of the 3.
Parker and Van were so well fleshed out, so real and genuine. I would have loved to have them in my life! I enjoyed watching their story enfold, watching how they got to know each other and fall in love. They had such great chemistry and phew, when they started doing more than kissing...That was HOT!!
I loved how Van explored his bisexual side, how he wanted to experience his attraction to men. And I loved how Parker taught him, how tender and patient he was, how he kept needing Van's assurance about what they were doing. That it was something they both wanted. Their first time together felt real, how Parker took care of Van, how he accepted Van's boundaries. He's just such an amazing guy!
And how I loved that moment, when they both realize who they are! I think that was really very well done. Van's confusion felt so genuine, so real. The inner conflict. The pull to something he shouldn't want...
"You're my student," I hissed as quietly as possible. "You're twenty-three years old, for Christ's sake."
"My age didn't bother you when you came all over your chest the other night. And I'm twenty-four, remember..."
"Parker," I warned, my face on fire. "I didn't know who you were."
"I'm glad it's you." He rolled his bottom lip through his teeth, and I had to forcefully lift my gaze to his eyes. Which, if I were being honest with myself, wasn't any better. They were too genuine. Too vulnerable. "I think maybe...maybe...I hoped for you all along."
When I read the blurb and realized Van had a daughter, I tried to keep an open mind, because usually I don't enjoy children in my mm romances. Often they are either too mature, or too childish, hardly ever acting like a child of their age. And I just don't like it when a child takes the podium too often. It's about the men in the story, and I want the focus to be on them.
But this was A.M. Johnson and I trusted that I had nothing to worry about. And I didn't. She portrayed Anne very well, I really liked her. She acted like a 10 year old, not judging her father for having a boyfriend. She had questions, but accepted his answers just as a 10 year old would. All she needed was for her father to be happy. Adults can learn so much when we would be willing to look at the kids in the world more often!
And God, how I loved the secondary characters! I loved Van's family. I loved their dynamics, their snarky banter, their honesty. And what a character Parker's roommate Marcos is - I felt some interesting possibilities there, when a certain male figure whom we met before, flirted with him!
And as I am not ready for this series to be over, I am hoping for another book anyway, no matter who the main characters are going to be. I love the world of Lowe Literary, loved to see Wilder, Jax, Ethan and Anders again.
When the conflict finally comes, it is (again) handled really well. It felt legit, the way Van was conflicted. What he'd hoped to achieve for most of his life, and then what he finally found and needed. Their arguments and reactions were relatable, not just some added drama.
"I'm not doing this." He turned to leave, and as I grabbed his arm, goosebumps scattered across his skin.
"Wait, okay...just...wait a second." It was harder to let go of his arm than I thought it would be. The heat of his body lingered on the tips of my fingers. "I'm not taking the job."
"Van...I don't want to do this again."
"Christ, you're a stubborn ass."
I love it when there are well written dialogues, and Amanda writes those really well. When the characters have a conversation, it seems to come from real-life. It's how people talk. I find I am enjoying a book even more when the dialogues feel real.
I'm sure there is a lot more I can tell about this story, but I think it's better to find out for yourselves. You don't have to have read the first two books in this series, but for the best enjoyment, I recommend you would. The first two are truly beautiful, but this one was just perfect.
Highly, highly recommended!!
I kindly received an ARC of this book and this is my honest, unbiased review
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 20, 2021
“‘How easy it would be… to get lost inside the stars with you.’”
A Mature, Captivating & HOT Student-Teacher MM Age-gap (& other delectable genres!) romance with Reverse roles, Sexy confidence, Letters & Stories, Online hope, Besties fun, Low Drama, Breaking Rules, Coming Out, Swoons, Laughs, Hope, Care, Love & HEA.
I loved this Well-Written story & ALL it's characters so much! This was my 1st book by A.M. & I'll be soooo going for more, gonna stalk this series! My heart goes to Donovan & Parker, Read this story in 8hrs😍.
Donovan Brody; Shy, Observant, Sweet; is 33 & an agent for the Bartley Press. After his wife cheated on him, & the subsequent divorce, He took a part time job as the college professor (His dream!) of Creative writing. With their cute 10yr old kid Anne, I'm glad he & his ex-wife still have a good relationship. Plus being free, Van can finally explore his bisexuality. Which he'd kept a secret before. I adored how he comes out of his shell with Park!
Parker Mills; Confident, Smart, Caring; is 24 & had served US air force for 4yrs. No longer wanting to be oppressed, he & his bestie Marcos (I like the fun & loyal guy!) left, Came out as Gay & are now college Juniors for a new start. With a past bad incident we slowly find about, Parker now volunteers for a LGBTQ youth home & has great writing skills which "Mr. Brody" can see from the 1st essay! & Together, Park's skills reach new heights!
Van & Park are mesmerized with eachother from the 1st class. Even with Blushes, Smirks & Sparks, Things are strictly professional. Until they unknowingly & anonymously find eachother on a dating app, become friends, Text & flirt, Flames grow...Then they finally meet & Things Click!
~Divorce, Move on, Works, Flirt, Club, Run in, Hungover, Youth help, Excellent essay, Fam time, Pegasus, Texting, Mid, Phone sex, P's birthday, Author meet, Wild hope, lovely friends, Zoo trip, THE meet, Click, Resist & Submit...
At 1st, Van finding out its Park- resisted, but the things they've shared, the connection they have, letting eachother in was easy & right. I love how they both love books & balance eachother in different scenarios! Due to the forbiddeness (Only till this semester ends!), they're a secret. They grow a lot together & have hot First times!
~Dine & Worth it, Adorable, Kiss & Firsts, Check up, Trust, Food & Surprise, Rain & make out, Shower, BJs, Secret (or not!) dating, Texts, school & evenings, Let in, Mom visit, Future signed, Carnival, Truths, Sexy times, Falling, Script, D & Fam news 😍, Plan, Dreams, Friends & Dinner, Freely love, Give in & Sexy times...
"It was tender and rough and overwhelming. It was immense and surreal, but underneath all the chaos there was a shining light. Me and him."
As weeks pass, feelings grow. V+P's relationship isn't a secret for long, for their closed ones. The fun drama, low angst, love, acceptance & Matureness makes my heart full with happiness!
But when comes the choice b/w love & (Past) dream...What would one choose? A dilemma that threatened the foundation of V+P's relationship...But at last, the choice was damn easy, wasn't it? *Swoon* LOVE *Happy tears*
~Anne's b-day & Aquarium Fun, Dean-y, Distracted, Fight & Disagreement, No contact, Misery, Bestie advice, Study, Figured out, Swoons, I love yous, Cute play, Proud & Hope, Friends marry, HEA...
This was a #MustRead ! The ending & epilogue are lovely❤. I especially liked how Park is the rock in the relationship while Van's the thinker & I loved V+P's PDAs in the last scenes!😍 Their families, Friends & Co workers are all so Awesome! I'm hoping that Marcus gets his own book 😉.
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A Mature, Captivating & HOT Student-Teacher MM Age-gap (& other delectable genres!) romance with Reverse roles, Sexy confidence, Letters & Stories, Online hope, Besties fun, Low Drama, Breaking Rules, Coming Out, Swoons, Laughs, Hope, Care, Love & HEA.
I loved this Well-Written story & ALL it's characters so much! This was my 1st book by A.M. & I'll be soooo going for more, gonna stalk this series! My heart goes to Donovan & Parker, Read this story in 8hrs😍.
Donovan Brody; Shy, Observant, Sweet; is 33 & an agent for the Bartley Press. After his wife cheated on him, & the subsequent divorce, He took a part time job as the college professor (His dream!) of Creative writing. With their cute 10yr old kid Anne, I'm glad he & his ex-wife still have a good relationship. Plus being free, Van can finally explore his bisexuality. Which he'd kept a secret before. I adored how he comes out of his shell with Park!
Parker Mills; Confident, Smart, Caring; is 24 & had served US air force for 4yrs. No longer wanting to be oppressed, he & his bestie Marcos (I like the fun & loyal guy!) left, Came out as Gay & are now college Juniors for a new start. With a past bad incident we slowly find about, Parker now volunteers for a LGBTQ youth home & has great writing skills which "Mr. Brody" can see from the 1st essay! & Together, Park's skills reach new heights!
Van & Park are mesmerized with eachother from the 1st class. Even with Blushes, Smirks & Sparks, Things are strictly professional. Until they unknowingly & anonymously find eachother on a dating app, become friends, Text & flirt, Flames grow...Then they finally meet & Things Click!
~Divorce, Move on, Works, Flirt, Club, Run in, Hungover, Youth help, Excellent essay, Fam time, Pegasus, Texting, Mid, Phone sex, P's birthday, Author meet, Wild hope, lovely friends, Zoo trip, THE meet, Click, Resist & Submit...
At 1st, Van finding out its Park- resisted, but the things they've shared, the connection they have, letting eachother in was easy & right. I love how they both love books & balance eachother in different scenarios! Due to the forbiddeness (Only till this semester ends!), they're a secret. They grow a lot together & have hot First times!
~Dine & Worth it, Adorable, Kiss & Firsts, Check up, Trust, Food & Surprise, Rain & make out, Shower, BJs, Secret (or not!) dating, Texts, school & evenings, Let in, Mom visit, Future signed, Carnival, Truths, Sexy times, Falling, Script, D & Fam news 😍, Plan, Dreams, Friends & Dinner, Freely love, Give in & Sexy times...
"It was tender and rough and overwhelming. It was immense and surreal, but underneath all the chaos there was a shining light. Me and him."
As weeks pass, feelings grow. V+P's relationship isn't a secret for long, for their closed ones. The fun drama, low angst, love, acceptance & Matureness makes my heart full with happiness!
But when comes the choice b/w love & (Past) dream...What would one choose? A dilemma that threatened the foundation of V+P's relationship...But at last, the choice was damn easy, wasn't it? *Swoon* LOVE *Happy tears*
~Anne's b-day & Aquarium Fun, Dean-y, Distracted, Fight & Disagreement, No contact, Misery, Bestie advice, Study, Figured out, Swoons, I love yous, Cute play, Proud & Hope, Friends marry, HEA...
This was a #MustRead ! The ending & epilogue are lovely❤. I especially liked how Park is the rock in the relationship while Van's the thinker & I loved V+P's PDAs in the last scenes!😍 Their families, Friends & Co workers are all so Awesome! I'm hoping that Marcus gets his own book 😉.
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August 5, 2021
~4.5
I loved Van and Parker, their connection and chemistry, banter and tender moments. Van has always known he is bisexual so there is no gay freak out, Van is eager to finally explore his attraction to men. And Parker is there for all his firsts. They are hot together but it's not just sex, it's intimacy and care and ensuring consent. Their initial connection was fast but relationships development was well paced and genuine.
There was no drama around professor/student or age gap aspect of their relationships, the concerns were real and addressed adequately.
Honest communication, laughter, vulnerability and encouragement, scorching chemistry - Parker and Van deliver it all.
Small niggles: the fight towards the end felt out of character and was completely unnecessary, I wish there were "meet the family" scenes instead. There was a long Marcus and Parker's mother scene but Van never met her on page. And I wanted Parker to meet Van's siblings, especially his brother with "a roommate". And I miss the old covers. They were unique.
I loved Van and Parker, their connection and chemistry, banter and tender moments. Van has always known he is bisexual so there is no gay freak out, Van is eager to finally explore his attraction to men. And Parker is there for all his firsts. They are hot together but it's not just sex, it's intimacy and care and ensuring consent. Their initial connection was fast but relationships development was well paced and genuine.
There was no drama around professor/student or age gap aspect of their relationships, the concerns were real and addressed adequately.
Honest communication, laughter, vulnerability and encouragement, scorching chemistry - Parker and Van deliver it all.
Small niggles: the fight towards the end felt out of character and was completely unnecessary, I wish there were "meet the family" scenes instead. There was a long Marcus and Parker's mother scene but Van never met her on page. And I wanted Parker to meet Van's siblings, especially his brother with "a roommate". And I miss the old covers. They were unique.
August 8, 2021
Van and Park were cute and very hot together! I really liked seeing the other guys too, Ethan and Anders, Wilder and Jax. But my favourite of all the characters (including the MCs) was Marcos and OMG I hope he gets his own book, in fact I’ll cry if he doesn’t.
Why only 3 stars?
I really liked the beginning, but at the same time, the whole falling for each other online while knowing each other IRL was nothing new. And really, authors, what are the actual odds of that happening? Especially in a big city.
The kid. As a mom of three, I’m very picky about kids in romances and she read a bit off here in terms of age. Pigtails? At almost 11?
The writing was a little too overdone and flowery, which is this author’s style, but sometimes I found myself skipping a paragraph because it felt useless to the story.
And finally the professor-student trope. Van is not really a professor, he is teaching one class while working a full time job with Anders. Therefore, the drama surrounding this “taboo” relationship felt manufactured.
Why only 3 stars?
I really liked the beginning, but at the same time, the whole falling for each other online while knowing each other IRL was nothing new. And really, authors, what are the actual odds of that happening? Especially in a big city.
The kid. As a mom of three, I’m very picky about kids in romances and she read a bit off here in terms of age. Pigtails? At almost 11?
The writing was a little too overdone and flowery, which is this author’s style, but sometimes I found myself skipping a paragraph because it felt useless to the story.
And finally the professor-student trope. Van is not really a professor, he is teaching one class while working a full time job with Anders. Therefore, the drama surrounding this “taboo” relationship felt manufactured.
September 24, 2021
Oh, I adored this. This was such a feel good, comforting and sweet romance.
This focuses on Donovan Brody, who started work at Anders' literary agency a few years back and who at the beginning of this ends up divorcing his wife when she cheats on him. He's always known he's bisexual, but he'd only been with her his whole life since they started dating in high school, and now that they're no longer together he wants to explore that part of himself.
He's also started working as a teacher part time too at the university, and in his class is Parker Mills, a 24 year old who was in the Air Force for four years and is now, later in life, getting a college degree.
He also gets a suggestion from Wilder to get on the Pegasus app to find someone to potentially date, and on there he meets a guy who he really likes, and who should he happen to be but one Parker Mills.
Donovan tries to put a stop to it when they first find out about each other, seeing as he is Parker's teacher. But Parker is an adult and they have a connection that Donovan can't and doesn't want to walk away from.
They just need to hide their relationship until December anyway, when the class will be over and Parker will no longer be his student.
I enjoyed these two together so much. This just felt sweet, fun, and sexy all the way through. I loved the connection Parker gained with Van's daughter, Anne, too, and just reading about them falling in love was a treat.
This was definitely on par for me with the second one, I loved these two together. They just had an instant connection that worked so well together and I just loved their chemistry together.
And yes, even though there's the whole student/teacher thing, because they're both adults and there's only 9 years between them, it didn't feel like too big a deal. Van could have still been fired, but it's still just different when they're both full blown adults. They still had to hide it for 3 and a half months, but it never felt too illicit or forbidden or anything like that. It felt right between them.
There was barely any conflict too, and I liked that. The problems that they did have they were able to work out fairly quickly and it wasn't overly dramatic or convoluted.
So overall, this a definitely thumbs up from me. I think the next one will be about Marcos, Parker's best friend, and Chance, the new director or whatever for the LGBT+ shelter that Parker worked out. Will be fun to read.
I definitely recommend this sweet, light, fairly angst-free installment with two wonderful MC's who have wonderful chemistry together.
This focuses on Donovan Brody, who started work at Anders' literary agency a few years back and who at the beginning of this ends up divorcing his wife when she cheats on him. He's always known he's bisexual, but he'd only been with her his whole life since they started dating in high school, and now that they're no longer together he wants to explore that part of himself.
He's also started working as a teacher part time too at the university, and in his class is Parker Mills, a 24 year old who was in the Air Force for four years and is now, later in life, getting a college degree.
He also gets a suggestion from Wilder to get on the Pegasus app to find someone to potentially date, and on there he meets a guy who he really likes, and who should he happen to be but one Parker Mills.
Donovan tries to put a stop to it when they first find out about each other, seeing as he is Parker's teacher. But Parker is an adult and they have a connection that Donovan can't and doesn't want to walk away from.
They just need to hide their relationship until December anyway, when the class will be over and Parker will no longer be his student.
I enjoyed these two together so much. This just felt sweet, fun, and sexy all the way through. I loved the connection Parker gained with Van's daughter, Anne, too, and just reading about them falling in love was a treat.
This was definitely on par for me with the second one, I loved these two together. They just had an instant connection that worked so well together and I just loved their chemistry together.
And yes, even though there's the whole student/teacher thing, because they're both adults and there's only 9 years between them, it didn't feel like too big a deal. Van could have still been fired, but it's still just different when they're both full blown adults. They still had to hide it for 3 and a half months, but it never felt too illicit or forbidden or anything like that. It felt right between them.
There was barely any conflict too, and I liked that. The problems that they did have they were able to work out fairly quickly and it wasn't overly dramatic or convoluted.
So overall, this a definitely thumbs up from me. I think the next one will be about Marcos, Parker's best friend, and Chance, the new director or whatever for the LGBT+ shelter that Parker worked out. Will be fun to read.
I definitely recommend this sweet, light, fairly angst-free installment with two wonderful MC's who have wonderful chemistry together.
August 4, 2021
* 4 Stars *
I'm having so much fun with this series!
Donovan is an agent at Anders's firm (from book #2) and he's been working there for two years. The story starts on the night he and his wife decide to get a divorce and Donovan realizes that for the first time in his life he can explore the other half of him. The half that is attracted to men. He doesn't have to hide the fact that he is bisexual anymore and he can actually explore, experiment, and get to know this part of himself.
Fast forward six months and his divorce is final, Donovan has a home of his own and a temporary position teaching at a local college, something that he always wanted to try.
Little by little, he starts building his life again and doing things that make him happy. The first time he's teaching his new class, he meets Parker, one of his students, and he's immediately attracted to him.
Parker is 24 years old and he got a late start in college life, after serving for four years at the Air Force. He has some baggage from his past and some bad experiences that he doesn't like to remember or to let dictate his life. He's just as attracted to his new teacher, but they both know that nothing can come of it.
Meanwhile, Donovan decides to try his luck with a dating app and he ends up connecting with a guy nearby. They don't exchange face pictures or real names, but the chemistry is undeniable so after a while, they decide to meet face to face and see what happens. Their meeting was a big surprise to them, but not so much for the reader, as we know from the start that they were talking to each other the whole time, so no need to worry about love triangles here.
I think that the beginning of their relationship was kind of fast, but I liked that the story spread out over about four months and had a nice epilogue set another four months later.
Parker and Donovan had a kind of forbidden romance since there was a teacher/student relationship that connected them, but they were both adults, and none of them was vulnerable or taking advantage of the other. The problem with them being out as a couple came from the college's rules and nothing more.
With this being the third book in the series, there were many familiar characters involved and I especially loved seeing Anders again.
What I love about this series is that the couples have families and social circles, there are many side characters that enrich the story without stealing the focus. This happened here as well, with Donovan's siblings (I'd love to read Owen's story), Parker's friend, Marcos, and many other family members, co-workers, and acquaintances.
Donovan's daughter, Anne, was an integral part of the story and her interactions with Donovan were sweet and funny. She also built a relationship with Parker as the story went on. I would have liked more scenes with the two of them interacting, but it was still clear that they had formed a connection and liked each other.
As a whole, "Dear Mr Brody" was a low angst story, focusing on family and new beginnings. I like A.M. Johnson's writing style, though I'd have preferred there to be less internal dialog at times. I have an inkling about who the next couple will be, but I could be wrong. No matter what, though, I look forward to the next story in the series, as I'm guessing there's more to come from this universe.
* I read an ARC of this book. *
I'm having so much fun with this series!
Donovan is an agent at Anders's firm (from book #2) and he's been working there for two years. The story starts on the night he and his wife decide to get a divorce and Donovan realizes that for the first time in his life he can explore the other half of him. The half that is attracted to men. He doesn't have to hide the fact that he is bisexual anymore and he can actually explore, experiment, and get to know this part of himself.
Fast forward six months and his divorce is final, Donovan has a home of his own and a temporary position teaching at a local college, something that he always wanted to try.
Little by little, he starts building his life again and doing things that make him happy. The first time he's teaching his new class, he meets Parker, one of his students, and he's immediately attracted to him.
Parker is 24 years old and he got a late start in college life, after serving for four years at the Air Force. He has some baggage from his past and some bad experiences that he doesn't like to remember or to let dictate his life. He's just as attracted to his new teacher, but they both know that nothing can come of it.
Meanwhile, Donovan decides to try his luck with a dating app and he ends up connecting with a guy nearby. They don't exchange face pictures or real names, but the chemistry is undeniable so after a while, they decide to meet face to face and see what happens. Their meeting was a big surprise to them, but not so much for the reader, as we know from the start that they were talking to each other the whole time, so no need to worry about love triangles here.
I think that the beginning of their relationship was kind of fast, but I liked that the story spread out over about four months and had a nice epilogue set another four months later.
Parker and Donovan had a kind of forbidden romance since there was a teacher/student relationship that connected them, but they were both adults, and none of them was vulnerable or taking advantage of the other. The problem with them being out as a couple came from the college's rules and nothing more.
With this being the third book in the series, there were many familiar characters involved and I especially loved seeing Anders again.
What I love about this series is that the couples have families and social circles, there are many side characters that enrich the story without stealing the focus. This happened here as well, with Donovan's siblings (I'd love to read Owen's story), Parker's friend, Marcos, and many other family members, co-workers, and acquaintances.
Donovan's daughter, Anne, was an integral part of the story and her interactions with Donovan were sweet and funny. She also built a relationship with Parker as the story went on. I would have liked more scenes with the two of them interacting, but it was still clear that they had formed a connection and liked each other.
As a whole, "Dear Mr Brody" was a low angst story, focusing on family and new beginnings. I like A.M. Johnson's writing style, though I'd have preferred there to be less internal dialog at times. I have an inkling about who the next couple will be, but I could be wrong. No matter what, though, I look forward to the next story in the series, as I'm guessing there's more to come from this universe.
* I read an ARC of this book. *
August 8, 2021
Similar to book 2, this story was relatively low angst but had just enough feelings to keep my attention.
The UST was HOT, Parker and Van’s chemistry felt so real. Their first encounters were 😍🔥. I loved how their relationship blossomed and how they bonded over their love of literature. Parker hanging out with Anne was precious. The epilogue was so sweet (although I wish we could’ve seen more of Parker and Van).
Marcos was funny and kind of annoying but I feel like he’s going to be one of those amazing characters that is just misunderstood and hides behind humour. Also, Latin rep YES PLS, I’m really hoping I’m not wrong about him getting a book next 🤞🏼
I’m not sure how to properly explain it but my one complaint with the story is that I felt the author introduced too many threads without continuing them or concluding them. I kept thinking certain things would be expanded on and they didn’t. For instance, Parker being signed and wanting to write a book. I thought we would’ve gotten more from that or seen his meeting with Anders or at least gotten a hint about it in the epilogue. There was also a lot of build up with the risk of the school finding out and I thought we would see it play out in someway but the conclusion was kind of rushed and was more told instead of shown? Or for example Chance !! I thought we’d get to see the connection acknowledged or a comment about him or something but maybe it will be in book 4?
Anyways, despite any niggles I had, I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I say this in every review but AM Johnson’s writing is superb and I will gladly read whatever they put out next!!
The UST was HOT, Parker and Van’s chemistry felt so real. Their first encounters were 😍🔥. I loved how their relationship blossomed and how they bonded over their love of literature. Parker hanging out with Anne was precious. The epilogue was so sweet (although I wish we could’ve seen more of Parker and Van).
Marcos was funny and kind of annoying but I feel like he’s going to be one of those amazing characters that is just misunderstood and hides behind humour. Also, Latin rep YES PLS, I’m really hoping I’m not wrong about him getting a book next 🤞🏼
I’m not sure how to properly explain it but my one complaint with the story is that I felt the author introduced too many threads without continuing them or concluding them. I kept thinking certain things would be expanded on and they didn’t. For instance, Parker being signed and wanting to write a book. I thought we would’ve gotten more from that or seen his meeting with Anders or at least gotten a hint about it in the epilogue. There was also a lot of build up with the risk of the school finding out and I thought we would see it play out in someway but the conclusion was kind of rushed and was more told instead of shown? Or for example Chance !! I thought we’d get to see the connection acknowledged or a comment about him or something but maybe it will be in book 4?
Anyways, despite any niggles I had, I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I say this in every review but AM Johnson’s writing is superb and I will gladly read whatever they put out next!!
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August 13, 2021I really wanted to love this book. So many people who I know love this book, and the cover is stunning. I was very excited. Unfortunately, it just isn't for me. So here is my unpopular opinion. I did DNF at 30%, and I personally won't rate a book; I didn't finish.
What I liked: How Donovan finally gave into his sexuality after all the years of suppressing it and, of course, the forbidden love factor of Professor/student. I like the ideas, and they have such great potential.
Here is what I didn’t like: as much as I always love details and don’t like when details are lacking, this one has too many details on the little things that could have been kept out. I am assuming the author is going for a slow burn, but for me, it seemed to drag. And I didn’t connect with the characters.
There are some fascinating parts of the book, and the writing is easy to follow. This is my first book from the author, and I will try again in the future. Don’t let my negative review discourage you from reading this book p. It could be your five-star read.
What I liked: How Donovan finally gave into his sexuality after all the years of suppressing it and, of course, the forbidden love factor of Professor/student. I like the ideas, and they have such great potential.
Here is what I didn’t like: as much as I always love details and don’t like when details are lacking, this one has too many details on the little things that could have been kept out. I am assuming the author is going for a slow burn, but for me, it seemed to drag. And I didn’t connect with the characters.
There are some fascinating parts of the book, and the writing is easy to follow. This is my first book from the author, and I will try again in the future. Don’t let my negative review discourage you from reading this book p. It could be your five-star read.
June 12, 2023
This was cute, but I wish it was more angsty and taboo. Other than that, the characters were great, especially Marcos. 😊
January 19, 2023
Reread/Relisten January 2023
Same as before, a good lowish angst forbidden teacher student romance.
I wish we had more scenes with Anne though she was a cutie!
4 stars October 2022
A long time ago I tried to start “Love Always, Wilde” and I couldn’t get in to it so that stopped me from pursuing any AM Johnson books. What a mistake! I enjoyed this low angst, age gap, single dad, “forbidden “ (college student/professor) romance. This can be 100% a standalone, yes you will see the established couples from book one and two, but that just made me want to go back to read their stories, it didn’t take away from this book.
I was hooked from page one and I couldn’t put this down. Made work hard to get through lol. I loved the narration with Kirt Graves and Tim Paige.
I am excited to read Marcos book, in this book I didn’t know if I loved or hated him in this book, so I guess book 4 will be the deciding factor haha.
Same as before, a good lowish angst forbidden teacher student romance.
I wish we had more scenes with Anne though she was a cutie!
4 stars October 2022
A long time ago I tried to start “Love Always, Wilde” and I couldn’t get in to it so that stopped me from pursuing any AM Johnson books. What a mistake! I enjoyed this low angst, age gap, single dad, “forbidden “ (college student/professor) romance. This can be 100% a standalone, yes you will see the established couples from book one and two, but that just made me want to go back to read their stories, it didn’t take away from this book.
I was hooked from page one and I couldn’t put this down. Made work hard to get through lol. I loved the narration with Kirt Graves and Tim Paige.
I am excited to read Marcos book, in this book I didn’t know if I loved or hated him in this book, so I guess book 4 will be the deciding factor haha.
July 28, 2021
The professor/student is one of my fave tropes. This once has a bit of a twist to it making it much more interesting than most.
Van is newly divorced and trying to figure himself out. Then…Parker happens. Their dynamic is very hot. They had chemistry for days. I enjoyed this book. The complications from professor/student never really materialized. There wasn’t really any angst at all. Even the ex-wife was super chill about her husband’s bi-sexuality. It was nice. No huge conflict.
Parker and Van just fit together. They got one another. It was sweet. We get check ins from previous characters from book 1 and 2. This book has a satisfying conclusion. Everyone is happy.
The end.
Side note 📝
I’d never call a peer mijo. The constant use of this term pulled me out of the story tbh.
Mijo is a term you use as an elder to a younger person. Not to people of the same age. It was odd and cringy to me.
Van is newly divorced and trying to figure himself out. Then…Parker happens. Their dynamic is very hot. They had chemistry for days. I enjoyed this book. The complications from professor/student never really materialized. There wasn’t really any angst at all. Even the ex-wife was super chill about her husband’s bi-sexuality. It was nice. No huge conflict.
Parker and Van just fit together. They got one another. It was sweet. We get check ins from previous characters from book 1 and 2. This book has a satisfying conclusion. Everyone is happy.
The end.
Side note 📝
I’d never call a peer mijo. The constant use of this term pulled me out of the story tbh.
Mijo is a term you use as an elder to a younger person. Not to people of the same age. It was odd and cringy to me.
August 5, 2021
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June 6, 2023
The thing is, I love the series, I love the writing and so I enjoyed this book very much.
September 18, 2022
3.5 ⭐️
July 19, 2021
Well, A.M. Johnson is three for three here folks. This series is AMAZING! Hands down definitely some of the best MM romance I've ever read.
Van and Parker are pure perfection. I read their story in one day, once I started I was not going to stop. The writing is completely on point, no over the top shenanigans, just two men falling hard and fast in circumstances that weren't ideal.
The conversations between Van and Parker were sweet, romantic and sexy. These two are beautiful, thoughtful and deep characters. The longing, the looks, every detail of their connection I felt in my heart. I adored both of them. Their vulnerability melted my insides. I loved their journey and I didn't want it to end.
I really don't know where we go from here. I've loved this series and everyone in it. A.M. Johnson has a gift. I'm so happy she keeps sharing these great characters with us, they embody such depth and heart. I feel the passion in her words and I look forward to more ❤️
Van and Parker are pure perfection. I read their story in one day, once I started I was not going to stop. The writing is completely on point, no over the top shenanigans, just two men falling hard and fast in circumstances that weren't ideal.
The conversations between Van and Parker were sweet, romantic and sexy. These two are beautiful, thoughtful and deep characters. The longing, the looks, every detail of their connection I felt in my heart. I adored both of them. Their vulnerability melted my insides. I loved their journey and I didn't want it to end.
I really don't know where we go from here. I've loved this series and everyone in it. A.M. Johnson has a gift. I'm so happy she keeps sharing these great characters with us, they embody such depth and heart. I feel the passion in her words and I look forward to more ❤️
September 5, 2021
A well-written story, with lovable protagonists. The blossoming relationship between a divorced professor with a ten-year-old daughter, and an ex-Air Force, currently student felt honest.
Their encounters are sensual, loaded, hot, and passionate. Every move was palpable.
The study, the chats, the writing, the jobs, friends, and family are all wonderful additions.
It’s an intimately written narrative, viewed by both main characters, quite emotional.
While the slow burn isn’t my favorite, the tension here between both men and the choices they made was everything.
Their encounters are sensual, loaded, hot, and passionate. Every move was palpable.
The study, the chats, the writing, the jobs, friends, and family are all wonderful additions.
It’s an intimately written narrative, viewed by both main characters, quite emotional.
While the slow burn isn’t my favorite, the tension here between both men and the choices they made was everything.
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July 14, 2022
MM Romance
Professor/Student
3 Stars ⭐️
I really liked book one in this series but it’s all been downhill from there. Book two bored me and while I loved the sample of this book and the blurb made it seem to be a bit angsty, it lacked the emotion I need to feel when reading a teacher/student book. I need there to be consequences or at least the anxiety of them getting caught, something to enforce the taboo nature of their relationship and this book just didn’t do that. Donovan cared about being Parker’s teacher for all of 5 minutes and while I liked Parker being the one who took charge, I just didn’t connect with either main character.
My biggest issue though was that I didn’t feel like this book belonged in this series. The first two books are in email/letter format for most of the book and despite my issues with book two, that feature alone makes this series special. This book had a few emails between them when Parker was submitting his homework assignments and then some texting between them but based on that blurb, I expected that letter to be integrated into the book somewhere and it wasn’t. It wasn’t even a letter but dialogue spoken between them near the end of this book and I just felt cheated somehow. I didn’t need this to be super angsty but it was just kind of blah for the trope and that affected my overall mood while reading this.
All that said, I loved Marcos even though he kind of drove me crazy at times and despite hating Chance for what he did to Ethan in book two, I know I am going to read book 4. It’s like I just can’t help myself. 😂😂
Professor/Student
3 Stars ⭐️
I really liked book one in this series but it’s all been downhill from there. Book two bored me and while I loved the sample of this book and the blurb made it seem to be a bit angsty, it lacked the emotion I need to feel when reading a teacher/student book. I need there to be consequences or at least the anxiety of them getting caught, something to enforce the taboo nature of their relationship and this book just didn’t do that. Donovan cared about being Parker’s teacher for all of 5 minutes and while I liked Parker being the one who took charge, I just didn’t connect with either main character.
My biggest issue though was that I didn’t feel like this book belonged in this series. The first two books are in email/letter format for most of the book and despite my issues with book two, that feature alone makes this series special. This book had a few emails between them when Parker was submitting his homework assignments and then some texting between them but based on that blurb, I expected that letter to be integrated into the book somewhere and it wasn’t. It wasn’t even a letter but dialogue spoken between them near the end of this book and I just felt cheated somehow. I didn’t need this to be super angsty but it was just kind of blah for the trope and that affected my overall mood while reading this.
All that said, I loved Marcos even though he kind of drove me crazy at times and despite hating Chance for what he did to Ethan in book two, I know I am going to read book 4. It’s like I just can’t help myself. 😂😂
January 23, 2022
3.25 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
3 stars for an A.M. Johnson book…who am I??? It pains me to give this rating to a book with such stunning prose and beautiful writing, but there were too many snags in the plot and characters for me to overlook unfortunately.
The story follows 33 yr old Donovan Brody, who we meet briefly in Not So Sincerely Yours joining Ander’s company, as he embarks on the dating scene for the first time ever as a bisexual man. He’s freshly divorced, with a 10 yr old daughter, and having married his high school sweetheart he always knew he was bi but never found himself single in order to explore it. He starts teaching a writing course part-time at a local college and meets 24 yr old Parker Mills. Parker is a gay former member of the Air Force, who happens to be a beautiful writer, and is instantly attracted to Mr. Brody. The two connect outside of school by happenstance, neither knowing they are talking to the other, and once the truth is revealed they are unable to walk away.
For the story having so many high stakes - what if the school finds out and fires Van? what is Van’s family and close circle going to think about him being bisexual? Is the age gap between them too much? Are they getting too serious too soon? Etc etc. - I never actually felt on edge about any of it. It felt like a never ending parade of big, bad what ifs that ultimately went nowhere. I enjoy quiet romances, which is what I’d categorize this as, but I feel like they only work if 1) the high stakes are actually realized OR 2) they stay away from high stakes altogether and let the tension feel rooted in a normal reality. Unfortunately this story went with high stakes that never realized beyond a bunch of inner monologue worrying.
I liked Parker and Donovan, and their romance had a lot of sweet, heartwarming moments. At the same time though something felt missing too. I don’t know if it was just because everything felt too easy that I didn’t connect with them as much as I would’ve liked to. I did enjoy seeing cameos from past characters from the series, but the two main supporting characters in this story distracted me A LOT. First, Donovan’s daughter was supposed to be 10 years old and acted and talked like a five-year-old to the point that it was extremely distracting in the story. Secondly, Parker‘s best friend Marcos was probably one of the worst meddling characters I’ve ever read. In short, he was a horrible friend pretty much the entirety of the book. He’s supposed to be written as loud and boisterous, telling it like it is, but it actually came off as extremely judgmental and rude. Meddling, in-your-business characters almost never bother me in stories and this got to a point where it was actually pissing me off, so you can imagine how intense it actually was.
I hate to sound so negative because I really do love this author’s work, and this wasn’t a terrible book by any means. I just think in comparison to her other work it stood out quite a bit in how much was lacking. I’m definitely still a fan and will continue to support, but this book in particular was just a mostly underwhelming read for me.
3 stars for an A.M. Johnson book…who am I??? It pains me to give this rating to a book with such stunning prose and beautiful writing, but there were too many snags in the plot and characters for me to overlook unfortunately.
The story follows 33 yr old Donovan Brody, who we meet briefly in Not So Sincerely Yours joining Ander’s company, as he embarks on the dating scene for the first time ever as a bisexual man. He’s freshly divorced, with a 10 yr old daughter, and having married his high school sweetheart he always knew he was bi but never found himself single in order to explore it. He starts teaching a writing course part-time at a local college and meets 24 yr old Parker Mills. Parker is a gay former member of the Air Force, who happens to be a beautiful writer, and is instantly attracted to Mr. Brody. The two connect outside of school by happenstance, neither knowing they are talking to the other, and once the truth is revealed they are unable to walk away.
For the story having so many high stakes - what if the school finds out and fires Van? what is Van’s family and close circle going to think about him being bisexual? Is the age gap between them too much? Are they getting too serious too soon? Etc etc. - I never actually felt on edge about any of it. It felt like a never ending parade of big, bad what ifs that ultimately went nowhere. I enjoy quiet romances, which is what I’d categorize this as, but I feel like they only work if 1) the high stakes are actually realized OR 2) they stay away from high stakes altogether and let the tension feel rooted in a normal reality. Unfortunately this story went with high stakes that never realized beyond a bunch of inner monologue worrying.
I liked Parker and Donovan, and their romance had a lot of sweet, heartwarming moments. At the same time though something felt missing too. I don’t know if it was just because everything felt too easy that I didn’t connect with them as much as I would’ve liked to. I did enjoy seeing cameos from past characters from the series, but the two main supporting characters in this story distracted me A LOT. First, Donovan’s daughter was supposed to be 10 years old and acted and talked like a five-year-old to the point that it was extremely distracting in the story. Secondly, Parker‘s best friend Marcos was probably one of the worst meddling characters I’ve ever read. In short, he was a horrible friend pretty much the entirety of the book. He’s supposed to be written as loud and boisterous, telling it like it is, but it actually came off as extremely judgmental and rude. Meddling, in-your-business characters almost never bother me in stories and this got to a point where it was actually pissing me off, so you can imagine how intense it actually was.
I hate to sound so negative because I really do love this author’s work, and this wasn’t a terrible book by any means. I just think in comparison to her other work it stood out quite a bit in how much was lacking. I’m definitely still a fan and will continue to support, but this book in particular was just a mostly underwhelming read for me.
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