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Ground Rules
Brent Henner is the last person Mark Peterson expected to propose to him even once, let alone twice. Brent at fourteen was big-hearted and caring, and he's the same now that they're adults. He always goes above and beyond to help people, from taking a punch when Mark was being bullied as a teenager to offering his help now that Mark's Nana is injured.
Mark is the last person Brent expected to see in the frozen foods aisle. They drifted apart when Mark's mom, fearing for his safety in their small town, moved both of them to San Diego. But now Mark is back, like a ray of sunshine cutting through the fog of Brent's depression.
Getting married makes sense on a lot of levels. Brent gets company in his big, lonely house, and a spouse to support him as he fights to keep their small town from being overrun with developments. Mark gets an accessible place to stay while Nana recovers and better insurance than he can afford on his freelance income. Getting to flaunt a gay marriage in the face of their childhood bullies? A delightful bonus.
There are just two problems:
Mark’s been in love with Brent since they were children
Being married to Mark is making Brent question everything he believed about his sexuality
Mark is the last person Brent expected to see in the frozen foods aisle. They drifted apart when Mark's mom, fearing for his safety in their small town, moved both of them to San Diego. But now Mark is back, like a ray of sunshine cutting through the fog of Brent's depression.
Getting married makes sense on a lot of levels. Brent gets company in his big, lonely house, and a spouse to support him as he fights to keep their small town from being overrun with developments. Mark gets an accessible place to stay while Nana recovers and better insurance than he can afford on his freelance income. Getting to flaunt a gay marriage in the face of their childhood bullies? A delightful bonus.
There are just two problems:
Mark’s been in love with Brent since they were children
Being married to Mark is making Brent question everything he believed about his sexuality
149 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 13, 2021
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December 23, 2025
⭐️ 4 stars ⭐️
The story itself was a pretty simple one — best friends to lovers, one-sided pining, marriage of convenience that becomes real — but what I really enjoyed about Ground Rules was the mental health rep. Mark and Brent are both struggling with different things, but seeing them overcome them, or rather learn to live with them, was lovely. Someone who can love you, flaws and all.
They lost me at the third-act miscommunication. Whatever they were building didn’t feel the same after that level of distrust. BUT, I still mostly enjoyed their story, it was heartwarming and the depression rep was on point.
CW and NSFW info (spoilers):
- Homophobia
- Mention of past bullying
- Mention of past cheating (not MCs)
- Depression
- MC w/ HIV
- Queer awakening
- Vers MCs
- Intercrural
- Light D/s dynamic (bonus epilogue)
“I wish-I wish-if gay marriage were legal, that’s what I’d do, you know. Give you my name.
Protect you forever.”
The story itself was a pretty simple one — best friends to lovers, one-sided pining, marriage of convenience that becomes real — but what I really enjoyed about Ground Rules was the mental health rep. Mark and Brent are both struggling with different things, but seeing them overcome them, or rather learn to live with them, was lovely. Someone who can love you, flaws and all.
“I’m... I think it’s an understatement to say I’m way out of my depth here.” Mark’s voice goes soft again.
“I’ll keep you safe, honey.”
They lost me at the third-act miscommunication. Whatever they were building didn’t feel the same after that level of distrust. BUT, I still mostly enjoyed their story, it was heartwarming and the depression rep was on point.
It’s Mark, always Mark, always has been Mark for him.
CW and NSFW info (spoilers):
- Homophobia
- Mention of past bullying
- Mention of past cheating (not MCs)
- Depression
- MC w/ HIV
- Queer awakening
- Vers MCs
- Intercrural
- Light D/s dynamic (bonus epilogue)
April 16, 2024
5 stars
This is a short book with a small-scope plot, but such a depth of emotional development that it blew me away.
I loved the characters as individuals. I loved them together. Their relationship is realistic, so are their fears and doubts. It's not always sunny, and they don't always make the right decisions, but they work through it together in the end.
It's a very domestic plot, Mark and Brent were the best of friends as children but Mark's mother moved the family away due to bullying Mark was suffering. He comes back to town about 20 years later to care for his injured grandmother, and Brent offers not only a place to live but also a fake marriage for insurance reasons.
It doesn't take long for Brent to realise he's interested in Mark as more than friends, and they embark on a sexual relationship as Mark tries to repress the very real crush he's always had on his friend. There was more sex in this than I thought there would be, but it does play a role in the intimacy and trust they share, and I found the way it progressed alongside their emotional development was well written.
I liked how the various health aspects were dealt with. Both of these elements are handled with respect, as things that are significant to the characters but also as facts of life instead of just being sources of drama. I liked the casual talk about .
This does contain a fair bit of miscommunication! To say I enjoyed that aspect would be a lie as miscommunication is one of my bugbears, but it came from a place I really empathise with and was driven by the characters' real and understandable insecurities. It was definitely frustrating though that they managed to communicate so honestly about most things but still get caught up in miscommunication.
I also think the parents weren't well developed enough. Mark's mum has no presence, and Brent's father's impact is so lasting but it wasn't explained in enough detail.
Finally, this has an illegal and very cheesy 2nd epilogue - the first one was a better ending IMO!
But what can I say, in spite of those niggles, I just loved the characters to bits and found their story to be really satisfying. This is not fluffy, but it did leave me with a happy and warm feeling.
This is a short book with a small-scope plot, but such a depth of emotional development that it blew me away.
I loved the characters as individuals. I loved them together. Their relationship is realistic, so are their fears and doubts. It's not always sunny, and they don't always make the right decisions, but they work through it together in the end.
It's a very domestic plot, Mark and Brent were the best of friends as children but Mark's mother moved the family away due to bullying Mark was suffering. He comes back to town about 20 years later to care for his injured grandmother, and Brent offers not only a place to live but also a fake marriage for insurance reasons.
It doesn't take long for Brent to realise he's interested in Mark as more than friends, and they embark on a sexual relationship as Mark tries to repress the very real crush he's always had on his friend. There was more sex in this than I thought there would be, but it does play a role in the intimacy and trust they share, and I found the way it progressed alongside their emotional development was well written.
I liked how the various health aspects were dealt with. Both of these elements are handled with respect, as things that are significant to the characters but also as facts of life instead of just being sources of drama. I liked the casual talk about .
This does contain a fair bit of miscommunication! To say I enjoyed that aspect would be a lie as miscommunication is one of my bugbears, but it came from a place I really empathise with and was driven by the characters' real and understandable insecurities. It was definitely frustrating though that they managed to communicate so honestly about most things but still get caught up in miscommunication.
I also think the parents weren't well developed enough. Mark's mum has no presence, and Brent's father's impact is so lasting but it wasn't explained in enough detail.
Finally, this has an illegal and very cheesy 2nd epilogue - the first one was a better ending IMO!
But what can I say, in spite of those niggles, I just loved the characters to bits and found their story to be really satisfying. This is not fluffy, but it did leave me with a happy and warm feeling.
January 13, 2025
If there’s one trope I think we can get behind in 2025, it’s got to be friends-to-insurance fraud-to-lovers.
Sticking it to the man followed by… well, sticking it to the man, I suppose. 😉😉😉
This book is very sweet and the love is very deep - like definitely one where you know if you pop in on these characters in 10 years they are definitely still together
Sticking it to the man followed by… well, sticking it to the man, I suppose. 😉😉😉
This book is very sweet and the love is very deep - like definitely one where you know if you pop in on these characters in 10 years they are definitely still together
July 15, 2025
Wow. There is so much story and character development and representation and *realism* packed into such a short book here. It's so good.
Mark has moved back to his hometown to take care of his Nana, who fell and broke her hip. He is struggling. Struggling with where to live; the stairs at Nana's apartment will be impossible for her to navigate. Struggling with money - Mark is living with HIV, and the medication costs to keep it latent are astronomical. Struggling general life stuff when the hits just keep coming.
At the grocery store, Mark runs into his childhood best friend and secret crush, Brent. The two had lost contact with each other, but reconnect like it's been no time at all. After hearing of Mark's struggles, Brent does what Brent does, and offers to help. He proposes a marriage of convenience to give Mark his insurance, and opens up his home to Mark and his Nana - a "mansion," as the book calls it, that will be much easier for Nana to navigate.
It's not all just altruism, though; Brent has his own struggles. Brent has depression and SAD (seasonal affect disorder), and is dealing with crushing loneliness. Mark and his Nana are bringing comfort and companionship back to his life. Plus, they can raise a big middle finger to a couple of bullying, homophobic townspeople.
It's not long before Mark's childhood crush reignites, but this time there might actually be hope for him: Brent is starting to have some curious thoughts about Mark.
Navigating their relationship when they both bring their own serious issues to the table is a struggle at times, but communication wins out...eventually. Sometimes it takes a little longer than you want in to, but it's realistic given the mental health struggles and history of these two.
Mark has moved back to his hometown to take care of his Nana, who fell and broke her hip. He is struggling. Struggling with where to live; the stairs at Nana's apartment will be impossible for her to navigate. Struggling with money - Mark is living with HIV, and the medication costs to keep it latent are astronomical. Struggling general life stuff when the hits just keep coming.
At the grocery store, Mark runs into his childhood best friend and secret crush, Brent. The two had lost contact with each other, but reconnect like it's been no time at all. After hearing of Mark's struggles, Brent does what Brent does, and offers to help. He proposes a marriage of convenience to give Mark his insurance, and opens up his home to Mark and his Nana - a "mansion," as the book calls it, that will be much easier for Nana to navigate.
It's not all just altruism, though; Brent has his own struggles. Brent has depression and SAD (seasonal affect disorder), and is dealing with crushing loneliness. Mark and his Nana are bringing comfort and companionship back to his life. Plus, they can raise a big middle finger to a couple of bullying, homophobic townspeople.
It's not long before Mark's childhood crush reignites, but this time there might actually be hope for him: Brent is starting to have some curious thoughts about Mark.
Navigating their relationship when they both bring their own serious issues to the table is a struggle at times, but communication wins out...eventually. Sometimes it takes a little longer than you want in to, but it's realistic given the mental health struggles and history of these two.
July 9, 2021
This book is incredibly fluffy and joyful. Like being wrapped up in a blanket with a warm beverage when it's cold outside.
July 16, 2021
I vacillated about choosing this story because I was afraid it would be trite, but I am so glad I decided to go for it. This is a heartwarming story about true love. Not just the romantic kind, but the deep abiding love between two people who are everything to each other - friends, lovers, and spouses. It’s a story about trusting your heart and being vulnerable to another.
Mark and Brent are middle school best friends who lose touch after Mark moves away-or rather as forced to move away due to homophobic bullies. When a family emergency brings Mark back to his hometown, be bumps into Brent in the grocery store. Brent and Mark were both struggling on their respective lives - lonely and going through the motions. Mark knows he needs to be in their hometown fir a while to deal with the family situation, but finds it financially harder than he originally thought. Brent, who has always been Mark’s protector, offers to make good on his childhood pledge to Mark, “…if, at some unknown number of years in the future, gay marriage actually gets legalized, and if I don’t have a boyfriend and if you aren’t married with 2.5 babies and a dog, you’ll marry me, just to give me the protection of your name.” So they get married, but not before establishing “ground rules” to preserve their friendship and make getting divorced easier. Despite their best efforts, the “iron clad” contract did little to prevent the two men from falling in love with each other.
I liked the way the author handled the topics of depression, insecurities, and living with HIV. The story was honest and well written. I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Mark and Brent are middle school best friends who lose touch after Mark moves away-or rather as forced to move away due to homophobic bullies. When a family emergency brings Mark back to his hometown, be bumps into Brent in the grocery store. Brent and Mark were both struggling on their respective lives - lonely and going through the motions. Mark knows he needs to be in their hometown fir a while to deal with the family situation, but finds it financially harder than he originally thought. Brent, who has always been Mark’s protector, offers to make good on his childhood pledge to Mark, “…if, at some unknown number of years in the future, gay marriage actually gets legalized, and if I don’t have a boyfriend and if you aren’t married with 2.5 babies and a dog, you’ll marry me, just to give me the protection of your name.” So they get married, but not before establishing “ground rules” to preserve their friendship and make getting divorced easier. Despite their best efforts, the “iron clad” contract did little to prevent the two men from falling in love with each other.
I liked the way the author handled the topics of depression, insecurities, and living with HIV. The story was honest and well written. I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 6, 2023
Incredibly sweet couple. Mark and Brent are both so enamored but they don’t believe they deserve each other. They’re considerate of their partner’s sensitivities and boundaries, and it’s such a joy seeing them wear their love on their sleeves. 💓💓
But anyways!
Warnings:
❗️MISCOMMUNICATION VIA OMISSION OF THE FULL AND HONEST TRUTH
❗️RESENTMENTS BUILT ON ASSUMPTIONS
❗️PROJECTING TO OUTER SPACE
❗️MCS WHO ARE RESIGNED TO STICKING TO ALL THOSE THINGS FOR 90% OF THE BOOK
A little frustrating how they’re so good with being honest and talking to each other in some ways and not others. These are very guarded and damaged characters. I wouldn’t call this fluffy like some other reviewers would. There’s a fuckton of hangups and things left unsaid between them, despite the overwhelming love they obviously share but are blind to, and it takes the whole story for them to see each other eye to eye. And I really didn’t want it to take that long. It felt like **dragging**. I really fucking hate miscommunication. Though I will admit it is totally in-line with these characters’ personal histories and traumas, it is no less frustrating, and it being so prominent in this book made the story feel more miserable than sweet to me. So rating goes down.
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Likes:
✅ Incredibly strong prologue
✅ Mark leads during sex no matter what position he’s in, and Brent thrives off of that shit
✅ Graceful, sensitive, and realistic handling of depression and HIV
✅ THE AO3 SECOND EPILOGUE. SO FUCKING HOT. I LOVED IT.
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(Other) Dislikes:
❌ Ok if we’re going aggressive with the healthy sex ed talk then Mark can’t be tearing condom packets with his teeth
❌ Mark’s mom completely disappears until the ending. Even then she’s completely irrelevant despite playing such a major role in the beginning
❌ Town development plotline is nonexistent. Whatever is set up isn’t followed through at all. The blurb made it sound more prominent, but it’s disregarded almost entirely
But anyways!
Warnings:
❗️MISCOMMUNICATION VIA OMISSION OF THE FULL AND HONEST TRUTH
❗️RESENTMENTS BUILT ON ASSUMPTIONS
❗️PROJECTING TO OUTER SPACE
❗️MCS WHO ARE RESIGNED TO STICKING TO ALL THOSE THINGS FOR 90% OF THE BOOK
A little frustrating how they’re so good with being honest and talking to each other in some ways and not others. These are very guarded and damaged characters. I wouldn’t call this fluffy like some other reviewers would. There’s a fuckton of hangups and things left unsaid between them, despite the overwhelming love they obviously share but are blind to, and it takes the whole story for them to see each other eye to eye. And I really didn’t want it to take that long. It felt like **dragging**. I really fucking hate miscommunication. Though I will admit it is totally in-line with these characters’ personal histories and traumas, it is no less frustrating, and it being so prominent in this book made the story feel more miserable than sweet to me. So rating goes down.
———————————————
Likes:
✅ Incredibly strong prologue
✅ Mark leads during sex no matter what position he’s in, and Brent thrives off of that shit
✅ Graceful, sensitive, and realistic handling of depression and HIV
✅ THE AO3 SECOND EPILOGUE. SO FUCKING HOT. I LOVED IT.
———————————————
(Other) Dislikes:
❌ Ok if we’re going aggressive with the healthy sex ed talk then Mark can’t be tearing condom packets with his teeth
❌ Mark’s mom completely disappears until the ending. Even then she’s completely irrelevant despite playing such a major role in the beginning
❌ Town development plotline is nonexistent. Whatever is set up isn’t followed through at all. The blurb made it sound more prominent, but it’s disregarded almost entirely
July 14, 2021
I loved this book! Brent and Mark had such a strong relationship even from the beginning at 13 years old. Their bond was so strong, I was rooting for them even then! As happens with life, friends grow apart- especially when one moves away. But then 20 years later they run into each other and reconnect. And their bond and friendship flares right back up again. I really wanted everything to work for these guys! Their friendship was so strong and sweet and- goodness- such a delicious slow burn as lust and love work their way in to what was supposed to be a marriage of convenience. I found both characters very realistic in that they had very real insecurities they were dealing with from their pasts that would affect them in different ways. It was very believable and realistic- especially with Brent working though depression that really resonated in me. The only thing I really didn't like was Mark's insecurities working through his head making him jump to conclusions. But rather then talk about it or bring up his suspicions, he kind of passive-aggressively says things in hopes that Brent will admit to what he suspects, and then gets angry when he doesn't. Brent, not really understanding what he's doing wrong falls deeper into depression. And this really bothered me because Mark knew early on that he suffers from depression- they had a good conversation soon after reconnecting about some of their issues. If they could talk then, why not later? I would think there was a little more trust on Mark's part and was kind of disappointed in his actions. Thankfully, they finally talked things out in the end and had their HEA.
A very good read. I definitely recommend it! 5 stars
A very good read. I definitely recommend it! 5 stars
July 11, 2021
4.5 stars
The ‘fake marriage’ trope is a classic, and this one also includes some of my other favorites: ‘friends to lovers’ and ‘small-town romance,’ among them. There’s chemistry, sweetness, and emotional as well as physical compatibility: all good things.
Brent is an easy character to like and feel protective of, as he’s the kindest and best human being, and his generosity and sincerity end up making him vulnerable to all kinds of hurts, including those inflicted on him by Mark. Mark I liked until 2/3 of the way through the novel, where he lost me completely. Mark taking a hard turn into his insecurities, jumping to wild conclusions, and lashing out at Brent was NOT my favorite part of the novel, and I’d honestly expected better of him. Do I understand why Mark has baggage? Yes. Does it forgive his actions? I’m not so sure, and while I understand the idea of “conflict” to advance a romantic plot, the way this was done felt unworthy of the character I had grown to like, and I kind of hated that. That said, there is, of course, a beautifully emotional reconciliation and HEA, which goes some distance towards making up for the rest.
Overall, a really enjoyable read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The ‘fake marriage’ trope is a classic, and this one also includes some of my other favorites: ‘friends to lovers’ and ‘small-town romance,’ among them. There’s chemistry, sweetness, and emotional as well as physical compatibility: all good things.
Brent is an easy character to like and feel protective of, as he’s the kindest and best human being, and his generosity and sincerity end up making him vulnerable to all kinds of hurts, including those inflicted on him by Mark. Mark I liked until 2/3 of the way through the novel, where he lost me completely. Mark taking a hard turn into his insecurities, jumping to wild conclusions, and lashing out at Brent was NOT my favorite part of the novel, and I’d honestly expected better of him. Do I understand why Mark has baggage? Yes. Does it forgive his actions? I’m not so sure, and while I understand the idea of “conflict” to advance a romantic plot, the way this was done felt unworthy of the character I had grown to like, and I kind of hated that. That said, there is, of course, a beautifully emotional reconciliation and HEA, which goes some distance towards making up for the rest.
Overall, a really enjoyable read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 20, 2021
This is a romantic and sweet story. Mark and Brent bonded the day they met in kindergarten, and remained best friends until Mark had to move. Mark knew he was gay and got bullied for it, but Brent always stuck up for him, including the day he gets beat up because he sent Mark on a wild goose chase. That was the day Mark's mother decided that the town was too dangerous for Mark. Eventually they fell out of touch. Until Mark has to come back to town to help his grandmother after she broke her hip. He runs into Brent a couple of days later, and they catch up. They easily fell back into the way they used to be. When Brent learns of Mark's hardships, he first invites Mark and his grandmother to live with him, because his house has a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor. Then he asks Mark to marry him. Mark agrees, and soon realizes that he's still in love with Brent. Mark's baggage from a previous relationship, and Brent's baggage from his father, make things hard, especially when Brent realizes that he is attracted to Mark. They are both nice guys who are sweet, dependable and vulnerable. It's a wonderful story that I was really captivated by.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
July 13, 2021
Brent and Mark are the best of friends as teenage boys, but Mark being harassed leaves his family no choice but to move away. Brent makes Mark a promise, that no matter what, he will always protect him. 20 years pass and the friends have lost touch, but an emergency from his Nana has Mark running back to his childhood home which causes him to run into his old bestie Brent. After reconnecting, Brent realizes he still needs to hold true to that promise he made and protect Mark. No matter the cost.
This story is incredible. It’s honest and real. MH Abbott went out of their way to showcase depression in men as well as the trials and tribulations people who are HIV positive deal with. The characters were very well written and I wish Brent was a real person. His kindness and his need to protect and his overall demeanor was just so adorable and refreshing. I related to him immensely. Also the steaminess in the book was very swoon worthy. I 100% recommend this book.
Book includes possible triggers related to depression and HIV/STD’s. 18+ steaminess, no cliffhanger and HEA
I was given this book for free by Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving this honest review
This story is incredible. It’s honest and real. MH Abbott went out of their way to showcase depression in men as well as the trials and tribulations people who are HIV positive deal with. The characters were very well written and I wish Brent was a real person. His kindness and his need to protect and his overall demeanor was just so adorable and refreshing. I related to him immensely. Also the steaminess in the book was very swoon worthy. I 100% recommend this book.
Book includes possible triggers related to depression and HIV/STD’s. 18+ steaminess, no cliffhanger and HEA
I was given this book for free by Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving this honest review
June 1, 2025
I just tortured myself trying to finish this book. It's not even 150 pages long but that felt like the longest read of my life. Gonna go against the grain here and say nothing's just working for me. The writing style couldn't grab my attention enough to keep me interested. The excessive "dudes" and "honeys" turned me off so much. For the record, these are not sexy or sweet pet names. You could mistake Mark for his Nana every time he said "honey." I gave plus points for the HIV-positive representation but the storytelling really just wasn't for me. Perhaps just a case of a wrong book read at a wrong time.
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December 18, 2024DNF 25%
I just wanted a cute friends to lovers fake marriage book. The prologue was perfection. However, once they became adults they both spoke like they had had therapy for decades. Which is healthy and I think everyone should do, but this came off as preachy trying not to be preachy and I finally decided I'd rather read a book that didn't talk therapy at me so much.
The MCs are great though, and I love the plot. This just kept taking me out of the story. If it doesn't bother you then I definitely recommend this book.
I just wanted a cute friends to lovers fake marriage book. The prologue was perfection. However, once they became adults they both spoke like they had had therapy for decades. Which is healthy and I think everyone should do, but this came off as preachy trying not to be preachy and I finally decided I'd rather read a book that didn't talk therapy at me so much.
The MCs are great though, and I love the plot. This just kept taking me out of the story. If it doesn't bother you then I definitely recommend this book.
September 2, 2021
Interesting story about lifetime friends turned lovers
Mark and Brent became best friends in kindergarten. Life pulled them in different directions when teens, but they met again later in life after suffering many personnel challenges alone. This is their story to finding love and acceptance together. Their challenges were handled in a very realistic manner and not gilded over. HEA
Mark and Brent became best friends in kindergarten. Life pulled them in different directions when teens, but they met again later in life after suffering many personnel challenges alone. This is their story to finding love and acceptance together. Their challenges were handled in a very realistic manner and not gilded over. HEA
July 14, 2021
Brent suffers from Seasonal Affective Disorder, SAD in short. Mark is HIV positive and has trust issues, rightfully so. These childhood friends reconnect after 20 years and enter a marriage of convenience. What follows is a friends-to-lovers story in the sweetest way that I absolutely adore. I can't recommend this highly enough!
July 9, 2021
I desperately needed a hopeful, loving book, and this was exactly it. It's so wholesome, and I loved Mark and Brent so much. Their friendship and romance was so warm and definitely blossomed into full-fledged heat. Just a delightful book.
July 25, 2021
Cute and fluffy
I liked I but had questions. What was the big deal with Steve and the advisory board, which went absolutely no where? Did Mark and his mom never come back to visit Nana? Exactly how many times was Brent Sr married?
I liked I but had questions. What was the big deal with Steve and the advisory board, which went absolutely no where? Did Mark and his mom never come back to visit Nana? Exactly how many times was Brent Sr married?
July 23, 2021
Communicate, for fuck's saaaaaaaake!!
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April 6, 2024DNF
July 11, 2021
This book is amazing and filled with the perfect amount of love steam and plot. It has the spell of just one more page than boom its 3 am! MH had a way of putting so much character into eaxh person. Dynamic read. Just a must in romance!
September 9, 2021
A good time...
I read Mark and Brents story in an earlier version and liked it enough to come buy it and keep it!
Realistic characters with personal backstories so that the conflict, when it comes, makes sense in context.
Childhood best friends to (fake?) spouses to lovers. Pining is mutual/requited, oblivious boys are oblivious until finally they're not. A sweet story.
I read Mark and Brents story in an earlier version and liked it enough to come buy it and keep it!
Realistic characters with personal backstories so that the conflict, when it comes, makes sense in context.
Childhood best friends to (fake?) spouses to lovers. Pining is mutual/requited, oblivious boys are oblivious until finally they're not. A sweet story.
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