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Overexposed
As the only vampire employed by the NYPD, forensic photographer Noah Green isn’t exactly popular. He’s worked alongside humans for decades and avoids attachments with the bleeders around him … but hasn’t done much to avoid a certain West Village baker, who has no idea what Noah really is.
Danny Kaes is done hooking up, at least when it comes to fangers. He’s too busy running his Filipino bakery, Nice Buns, to dwell on the dramas of dating, and if he misses the thrill of sharp teeth on his throat, he knows he’s better off with his own kind … like the CSU hottie who stops by before sunrise.
While working a string of suspicious deaths, Noah finds Danny at a crime scene, traumatized after discovering a body, and now in in the killer’s crosshairs. Surprising even himself, Noah offers Danny his couch, knowing he’ll have to come clean about his blood eater identity.
Days bleed into nights as the killer closes in, leading Noah and the cops in a mad scramble to protect Danny from dangers he never imagined. What Noah can’t protect himself from are his feelings for Danny and how they’ve made him question everything he thought he knew about his own vampire life.
Overexposed is a 92+K paranormal mystery MM romance. It features a crime scene photographer who thinks he’s got the whole vampire thing figured out, a bakery owner who’s sworn off inter-species dating, an unfortunate number of murders, more mayhem than anyone asked for, and a hard-won, deeply satisfying HEA.
Danny Kaes is done hooking up, at least when it comes to fangers. He’s too busy running his Filipino bakery, Nice Buns, to dwell on the dramas of dating, and if he misses the thrill of sharp teeth on his throat, he knows he’s better off with his own kind … like the CSU hottie who stops by before sunrise.
While working a string of suspicious deaths, Noah finds Danny at a crime scene, traumatized after discovering a body, and now in in the killer’s crosshairs. Surprising even himself, Noah offers Danny his couch, knowing he’ll have to come clean about his blood eater identity.
Days bleed into nights as the killer closes in, leading Noah and the cops in a mad scramble to protect Danny from dangers he never imagined. What Noah can’t protect himself from are his feelings for Danny and how they’ve made him question everything he thought he knew about his own vampire life.
Overexposed is a 92+K paranormal mystery MM romance. It features a crime scene photographer who thinks he’s got the whole vampire thing figured out, a bakery owner who’s sworn off inter-species dating, an unfortunate number of murders, more mayhem than anyone asked for, and a hard-won, deeply satisfying HEA.
331 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 25, 2022
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K. Evan Coles
20 books262 followersK. Evan Coles is a mother and tech pirate by day and a writer by night. She is a dreamer who, with a little hard work and a lot of good coffee, coaxes words out of her head and onto paper.
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K. lives in the northeast United States, where she complains bitterly about the winters, but truly loves the region and its diverse, tenacious and deceptively compassionate people. You’ll usually find K. nerding out over books, movies and television with friends and family. She’s especially proud to be raising her son as part of a new generation of unabashed geeks.
K.'s books explore LGBTQ+ romance in contemporary settings.
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May 11, 2022
Overexposed is the first book of K. Evan Coles that I have read. I did enjoy the story. It did take quite sometime for the the pacing and the story to pick up. When it did, the story never let you go. The world the author isn't exactly the unique, but the take on vampire lore was interesting.
I liked Noah and find his character fascinating. He is a vampire who was turned when he was young. He had lost so much since then and faced a good deal of prejudice and pain. He had learned soon to adapt and appear and act more human for survival and appearances sake. He is very much aware of how dangerous he can be, so he made sure to suppress his supernatural abilities when he is around normal people especially when he is working as photographer for the CSU. He has closed of his heart towards humans because he never wants to be hurt or to hurt them in return. He did develop a nice friendship with Cho and his daughter and even with his very prejudiced colleague Bert which progressed throughout the book.
Danny is such a sweet darling. His crush on Noah was so obvious from the start and I felt for him when he was struggling on trying to ask Noah out. It was nice to see him own up to his mistakes especially when he lashed out against Noah when he first found out that the other man was a vampire. But it was also good to see him stand up for himself when Noah made some really questionable choices along the way.
The push and pull between these two was fascinating. Both torn in wanting to pursue the magical feelings they have for each other but are also afraid of what it might do to them. Danny and Noah are complicated characters and have more in common than the obvious differences. Their shared understanding of being rejected by their loved ones that should've been there for them is a bond as strong as any other.
The worldbuilding is engaging and the story has enough suspense, danger, intrigue and some wonderful supporting characters that have their own unique depths that can be explored further. Hopefully there would be more stories set in this world. Having more Noah and Danny wouldn't hurt as well.
Also, I loved the tiny details about all the Filipino bread mentioned here. I really appreciated that a lot. You don't see anything related to Filipino culture mentioned or included much in most stories so that was a welcome surprise (including Danny having Filipino blood too).
Anyway Overexposed would be a 4.25 stars out of 5 stars read for me.
I received an ARC of this book via GRR and I have chosen to publish my fair and honest review.
I liked Noah and find his character fascinating. He is a vampire who was turned when he was young. He had lost so much since then and faced a good deal of prejudice and pain. He had learned soon to adapt and appear and act more human for survival and appearances sake. He is very much aware of how dangerous he can be, so he made sure to suppress his supernatural abilities when he is around normal people especially when he is working as photographer for the CSU. He has closed of his heart towards humans because he never wants to be hurt or to hurt them in return. He did develop a nice friendship with Cho and his daughter and even with his very prejudiced colleague Bert which progressed throughout the book.
Danny is such a sweet darling. His crush on Noah was so obvious from the start and I felt for him when he was struggling on trying to ask Noah out. It was nice to see him own up to his mistakes especially when he lashed out against Noah when he first found out that the other man was a vampire. But it was also good to see him stand up for himself when Noah made some really questionable choices along the way.
The push and pull between these two was fascinating. Both torn in wanting to pursue the magical feelings they have for each other but are also afraid of what it might do to them. Danny and Noah are complicated characters and have more in common than the obvious differences. Their shared understanding of being rejected by their loved ones that should've been there for them is a bond as strong as any other.
The worldbuilding is engaging and the story has enough suspense, danger, intrigue and some wonderful supporting characters that have their own unique depths that can be explored further. Hopefully there would be more stories set in this world. Having more Noah and Danny wouldn't hurt as well.
Also, I loved the tiny details about all the Filipino bread mentioned here. I really appreciated that a lot. You don't see anything related to Filipino culture mentioned or included much in most stories so that was a welcome surprise (including Danny having Filipino blood too).
Anyway Overexposed would be a 4.25 stars out of 5 stars read for me.
I received an ARC of this book via GRR and I have chosen to publish my fair and honest review.
March 15, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised by OVEREXPOSED and K. Evan Coles’ writing had me engaged from the very beginning. I love books where paranormal beings are out to the human population because this can lead to some really interesting dynamics between the two groups. Throw in a murder mystery and I'm a happy camper!
OVEREXPOSED was a nice balance of romance and suspense and it felt like we really got to know Noah and Danny. Noah, our vampire, was a loner who had walled off his feelings after being turned against his will and outliving his family. He didn't want to get involved with "bleeders" for more than a blood exchange but he can't help but pine over cute baker Danny. When Danny ends up in the middle of a murder investigation, Noah offers up his home as a place for Danny to stay and suddenly all his walls are crumbling. I do love a MC that doesn't know what to do with his new found feelings. Noah had no chance against the tender-hearted, outspoken, and exuberant Danny and I loved watching these two fall in love. Danny had been with a "fanger" before but after it ended badly he was hesitant to start something with Noah unless he could be more than just an occasional meal.
These two took a little time to work through some initial hurdles but I liked that they had to work for their relationship and they both had to want it. Even after the mystery is solved, there's still a fair bit of story showing how Danny and Noah are working through their issues in order to be together. I also really appreciated that Coles explored the dangerous side of vampires and that a relationship between a vampire and a human would be complex, risky, and hard work. This was a refreshing take to most vampire books where the control over their primal instincts is never really in question. After zipping through this one, I'm looking forward to reading more by this author.
Content Warning: past parental homophobia and abandonment
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Favorite Quotes:
Control was a myth, no matter what he told himself, and he'd ceded every trace of it when he'd befriended Noah Green.
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“Maybe it is in the cards. Because I changed in here.” Noah set a hand on his chest. “I told you already that I never had trouble letting someone go in the past. When it was time, I didn't fight it. Until I had to let go of you and understood I didn't want to at all. And couldn't.”
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Danny reached out, pulling Noah into his arms, and every doubt still plaguing him fell quiet for a few vital moments. He needed this. They both did. Just touching Noah soothed Danny’s rough edges and centered him unlike anything else.
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“You woke me up, Danny. Made me understand I've been shut down for such a long time. Since I was brought into this life, I think. Maybe I needed to be that way—closed off—just to survive. But it means I've been walking around for over a century without truly seeing what’s in front of me. Without feeling anything deeply and that changed when I started falling for you.”
OVEREXPOSED was a nice balance of romance and suspense and it felt like we really got to know Noah and Danny. Noah, our vampire, was a loner who had walled off his feelings after being turned against his will and outliving his family. He didn't want to get involved with "bleeders" for more than a blood exchange but he can't help but pine over cute baker Danny. When Danny ends up in the middle of a murder investigation, Noah offers up his home as a place for Danny to stay and suddenly all his walls are crumbling. I do love a MC that doesn't know what to do with his new found feelings. Noah had no chance against the tender-hearted, outspoken, and exuberant Danny and I loved watching these two fall in love. Danny had been with a "fanger" before but after it ended badly he was hesitant to start something with Noah unless he could be more than just an occasional meal.
These two took a little time to work through some initial hurdles but I liked that they had to work for their relationship and they both had to want it. Even after the mystery is solved, there's still a fair bit of story showing how Danny and Noah are working through their issues in order to be together. I also really appreciated that Coles explored the dangerous side of vampires and that a relationship between a vampire and a human would be complex, risky, and hard work. This was a refreshing take to most vampire books where the control over their primal instincts is never really in question. After zipping through this one, I'm looking forward to reading more by this author.
Content Warning: past parental homophobia and abandonment
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Favorite Quotes:
Control was a myth, no matter what he told himself, and he'd ceded every trace of it when he'd befriended Noah Green.
- - - - -
“Maybe it is in the cards. Because I changed in here.” Noah set a hand on his chest. “I told you already that I never had trouble letting someone go in the past. When it was time, I didn't fight it. Until I had to let go of you and understood I didn't want to at all. And couldn't.”
- - - - -
Danny reached out, pulling Noah into his arms, and every doubt still plaguing him fell quiet for a few vital moments. He needed this. They both did. Just touching Noah soothed Danny’s rough edges and centered him unlike anything else.
- - - - -
“You woke me up, Danny. Made me understand I've been shut down for such a long time. Since I was brought into this life, I think. Maybe I needed to be that way—closed off—just to survive. But it means I've been walking around for over a century without truly seeing what’s in front of me. Without feeling anything deeply and that changed when I started falling for you.”
January 25, 2022
4.25 stars
*** ARC Provided by GRR. This is my honest review ***
This is the first book by this author I have read and I was impressed.
It did take me a couple of chapters to get into it, but then it hooked me and if real life hadn't intruded I would have probably finished this in one sitting. I liked the world the author created it kept me entertained throughout the book.
I liked Noah, he was very aware of just how dangerous he was and went great trouble to make sure that everyone around him felt safe by suppressing his natural abilities. I did like that there were times that his vampirism shown through and everyone was actually scared of him. It showed that because he chose to tame it down he was still actually the predator at heart, but he had the control to keep everyone safe.
I really enjoyed his friendship with Cho and his daughter. His friendship with Bert progressed well throughout the book. Bert started quite prejudiced and by working together and spending time together they got to know each other.
Danny was lovely. I felt for him struggling to find a way to ask Noah out at the beginning. I did like that he owned his own mistakes, yes Noah didn't tell him things but he owned the fact that he didn't ask either. I really liked that he stood up for himself as well. He didn't just roll over and accept it when Noah did the wrong thing, the two of them talked it out and he let his opinion be known. He accepted Noah as he was and trusted him.
The case was entertaining and helped carry the book along, the way it was set up the guys already had a sort of friendship so the forced proximity only helped to enhance the feelings and let them really get to know each other well.
Hope there is more from this world. Would love to see more of Cho and Bert.
*** ARC Provided by GRR. This is my honest review ***
This is the first book by this author I have read and I was impressed.
It did take me a couple of chapters to get into it, but then it hooked me and if real life hadn't intruded I would have probably finished this in one sitting. I liked the world the author created it kept me entertained throughout the book.
I liked Noah, he was very aware of just how dangerous he was and went great trouble to make sure that everyone around him felt safe by suppressing his natural abilities. I did like that there were times that his vampirism shown through and everyone was actually scared of him. It showed that because he chose to tame it down he was still actually the predator at heart, but he had the control to keep everyone safe.
I really enjoyed his friendship with Cho and his daughter. His friendship with Bert progressed well throughout the book. Bert started quite prejudiced and by working together and spending time together they got to know each other.
Danny was lovely. I felt for him struggling to find a way to ask Noah out at the beginning. I did like that he owned his own mistakes, yes Noah didn't tell him things but he owned the fact that he didn't ask either. I really liked that he stood up for himself as well. He didn't just roll over and accept it when Noah did the wrong thing, the two of them talked it out and he let his opinion be known. He accepted Noah as he was and trusted him.
The case was entertaining and helped carry the book along, the way it was set up the guys already had a sort of friendship so the forced proximity only helped to enhance the feelings and let them really get to know each other well.
Hope there is more from this world. Would love to see more of Cho and Bert.
June 15, 2025
B- / 3.5 stars
Overexposed first saw light of day as a short story in 2020's Working Stiffs anthology. It was one of the stories in the collection that worked well for me and I planned to check out other books by K. Evan Coles and the other authors whose work I'd enjoyed, but... I probably got sidetracked by All The Other Books. So I was pleased when the full-length version of Overexposed popped up in one of those ‘other books you might like’ emails from Amazon (or somewhere). I didn't remember a great deal about the story other than that one of the leads was a crime scene photographer working with NYPD, and he was a vampire – which meant I could come to this extended version fresh, as it were.
The author has fleshed out said photographer’s backstory, showing us how he - Noah Green - was turned, and has beefed up the suspense plot and the romance. Someone is killing 'bleeders' (humans), leaving the almost fully exanguinated bodies in public places; whoever it is is clearly trying to make it look as though a vampire is responsible, but it's quickly clear to Noah and Detective Cho, his CSI handler and friend, that that isn't the case owing to the difference in the shape of the puncture wounds.
Noah has a bit of a crush on Danny Kaes, owner of Nice Buns, a traditional Filipino bakery - but isn't going to do anything about it. Danny doesn’t know Noah is a vampire, for one thing, and for another, Noah doesn’t want to get involved with a human; that way lies heartbreak and loss and he’s already experienced more than enough of that, thank you very much. Still, he goes into the bakery fairly often and buys food he can't eat just to talk to Danny for a little while - he can't seem to stop himself.
Things heat up when Danny, on his way home in the early hours, is knocked down by some guy who isn't looking where he's going, then threatened and mugged, the bag containing his house and shop keys stolen. Noah offers Danny a safe place to stay and a shaken Danny accepts, neither of them expecting it to be for more than a night or two. But then the detective in charge of the case reveals that Danny's place has been broken into and trashed - clearly whoever attacked him thinks Danny might ID him and is out to get rid of him - and Noah offers to let him stay at his place for however long he needs.
The author’s take on vampire lore is interesting, the worldbuilding is consistent, and the characters are likeable and engaging. Noah was turned when he was in his early twenties, just after the First World War, and has experienced a lot of pain and loss in his more-than-century of life. He is very strongly aware of how dangerous he can be and works hard to control his supernatural impulses and to appear as human as possible when he’s around them, but he knows he’s never going to be fully accepted and that most of his colleagues are, at best, wary, and at worst, scared, of him. And one, Detective Bert Callahan, makes no secret of his dislike and disdain for Noah and his kind and takes every opportunity he gets to snipe at him.
Danny is a total sweetheart who knows who he is and what he wants. He, too, has suffered rejection and loss, which gives him and Noah a strong point of commonality, and he shares Noah’s concerns about what their obvious attraction and connection means for them. Danny has had a relationship with a vampire before, but ended it when it became obvious the ‘fanger’ didn’t want him as more than an occasional meal, so he’s understandably wary of becoming involved with Noah.
Their relationship is nicely done. They’re both torn between wanting to pursue the pull they feel to each other while also being scared of the dangers – to Danny especially – such a relationship could entail. I liked that the author makes clear the potentially dangerous nature of a relationship between a vampire and a human, showing that it’s not something to be jumped into lightly and that it’s going to take work if they’re to get it right. I was also pleased that they don’t go for the o
bvious solution to the whole immortal/not immortal problem.
I enjoyed the book overall, although there’s a degree of repetitiveness in some of the interactions between Noah and Danny, and it fizzles out a bit before the end. The case is solved by the eighty-something percent mark, and the rest of the story is devoted to Noah and Danny working out how they can be together as human and vampire – which needs to happen, but which, because of the way the story is structured, feels like a bit of an add-on.
There’s a strongly written secondary cast, principal among them Cho, Noah’s friend and colleague, and Callahan, who is a dick towards Noah at the beginning but who experiences some real growth during the course of the story that made me change my mind about him. So much so, in fact, that I’d read a story about him should the author ever decide to write one! And be prepared for all the descriptions of Danny’s wonderful culinary creations to make you feel hungry!
Overexposed is a solid read with an interesting take on the Nosferatu, an intriguing plot and a nicely-done central romance. I enjoyed it despite my criticisms, and will definitely be picking up more books by K. Evan Coles.
Overexposed first saw light of day as a short story in 2020's Working Stiffs anthology. It was one of the stories in the collection that worked well for me and I planned to check out other books by K. Evan Coles and the other authors whose work I'd enjoyed, but... I probably got sidetracked by All The Other Books. So I was pleased when the full-length version of Overexposed popped up in one of those ‘other books you might like’ emails from Amazon (or somewhere). I didn't remember a great deal about the story other than that one of the leads was a crime scene photographer working with NYPD, and he was a vampire – which meant I could come to this extended version fresh, as it were.
The author has fleshed out said photographer’s backstory, showing us how he - Noah Green - was turned, and has beefed up the suspense plot and the romance. Someone is killing 'bleeders' (humans), leaving the almost fully exanguinated bodies in public places; whoever it is is clearly trying to make it look as though a vampire is responsible, but it's quickly clear to Noah and Detective Cho, his CSI handler and friend, that that isn't the case owing to the difference in the shape of the puncture wounds.
Noah has a bit of a crush on Danny Kaes, owner of Nice Buns, a traditional Filipino bakery - but isn't going to do anything about it. Danny doesn’t know Noah is a vampire, for one thing, and for another, Noah doesn’t want to get involved with a human; that way lies heartbreak and loss and he’s already experienced more than enough of that, thank you very much. Still, he goes into the bakery fairly often and buys food he can't eat just to talk to Danny for a little while - he can't seem to stop himself.
Things heat up when Danny, on his way home in the early hours, is knocked down by some guy who isn't looking where he's going, then threatened and mugged, the bag containing his house and shop keys stolen. Noah offers Danny a safe place to stay and a shaken Danny accepts, neither of them expecting it to be for more than a night or two. But then the detective in charge of the case reveals that Danny's place has been broken into and trashed - clearly whoever attacked him thinks Danny might ID him and is out to get rid of him - and Noah offers to let him stay at his place for however long he needs.
The author’s take on vampire lore is interesting, the worldbuilding is consistent, and the characters are likeable and engaging. Noah was turned when he was in his early twenties, just after the First World War, and has experienced a lot of pain and loss in his more-than-century of life. He is very strongly aware of how dangerous he can be and works hard to control his supernatural impulses and to appear as human as possible when he’s around them, but he knows he’s never going to be fully accepted and that most of his colleagues are, at best, wary, and at worst, scared, of him. And one, Detective Bert Callahan, makes no secret of his dislike and disdain for Noah and his kind and takes every opportunity he gets to snipe at him.
Danny is a total sweetheart who knows who he is and what he wants. He, too, has suffered rejection and loss, which gives him and Noah a strong point of commonality, and he shares Noah’s concerns about what their obvious attraction and connection means for them. Danny has had a relationship with a vampire before, but ended it when it became obvious the ‘fanger’ didn’t want him as more than an occasional meal, so he’s understandably wary of becoming involved with Noah.
Their relationship is nicely done. They’re both torn between wanting to pursue the pull they feel to each other while also being scared of the dangers – to Danny especially – such a relationship could entail. I liked that the author makes clear the potentially dangerous nature of a relationship between a vampire and a human, showing that it’s not something to be jumped into lightly and that it’s going to take work if they’re to get it right. I was also pleased that they don’t go for the o
bvious solution to the whole immortal/not immortal problem.
I enjoyed the book overall, although there’s a degree of repetitiveness in some of the interactions between Noah and Danny, and it fizzles out a bit before the end. The case is solved by the eighty-something percent mark, and the rest of the story is devoted to Noah and Danny working out how they can be together as human and vampire – which needs to happen, but which, because of the way the story is structured, feels like a bit of an add-on.
There’s a strongly written secondary cast, principal among them Cho, Noah’s friend and colleague, and Callahan, who is a dick towards Noah at the beginning but who experiences some real growth during the course of the story that made me change my mind about him. So much so, in fact, that I’d read a story about him should the author ever decide to write one! And be prepared for all the descriptions of Danny’s wonderful culinary creations to make you feel hungry!
Overexposed is a solid read with an interesting take on the Nosferatu, an intriguing plot and a nicely-done central romance. I enjoyed it despite my criticisms, and will definitely be picking up more books by K. Evan Coles.
February 5, 2022
Oh, I loved this one. Noah and Danny are fabulous characters. I loved their stories, their way of finding each other
I really liked the story ... it was well done.
And I definitely want to see more of them ... and I want a story of Bert. True, he was a bit of an ass at the beginning but he grew on me.
So pretty, pretty please another book with these characters
I really liked the story ... it was well done.
And I definitely want to see more of them ... and I want a story of Bert. True, he was a bit of an ass at the beginning but he grew on me.
So pretty, pretty please another book with these characters
January 30, 2022
Creative urban fantasy romance!
Really enjoyed the world in this vampire story. The crime/ police procedural storyline was interesting and entertaining. The concept of a vampire CSI worked way better than I could have imagined and I’d love to have more!
Really enjoyed the world in this vampire story. The crime/ police procedural storyline was interesting and entertaining. The concept of a vampire CSI worked way better than I could have imagined and I’d love to have more!
January 14, 2022
So we have Noah who is a vampire working as a CSI photographer. His work life isn't always pleasant. There is a Detective Callahan who is always talking down to him & calling him names. Vampires are not well liked, but tolerated. He is friends with his partner Detective Cho, who likes Noah & makes things as tolerable as he can. Danny is a sweet heart that runs a bakery with his sister. Noah has a crush on him & goes in as often as he can to buy food that he can't eat. He also does tell Danny that he is a vampire. When Danny becomes the target of killer, Noah will do anything he can to keep Danny safe. I really enjoyed these two. They do make a sweet couple. This is a new to me author and I can't wait to read more by them.
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest opinion.
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest opinion.
January 29, 2022
3.5 stars
RTC but I really enjoyed this one. This was super fun to read and I really enjoyed the world, the vampire world was full of rules and it was very engaging to read about all of them and I enjoyed how the world was developed, it really felt like I was truly living in that world. And I really really enjoyed the romance in this one, it was really sweet and really worked for me. And I enjoyed how the book ended, it was super satisfying and it really worked for me. I had some trouble getting into this book at first and I wasn’t the most engaged at the start, but once I got into the book I really got into it and I really enjoyed reading it.
I received an ARC of this book, and this is my honest review.
RTC but I really enjoyed this one. This was super fun to read and I really enjoyed the world, the vampire world was full of rules and it was very engaging to read about all of them and I enjoyed how the world was developed, it really felt like I was truly living in that world. And I really really enjoyed the romance in this one, it was really sweet and really worked for me. And I enjoyed how the book ended, it was super satisfying and it really worked for me. I had some trouble getting into this book at first and I wasn’t the most engaged at the start, but once I got into the book I really got into it and I really enjoyed reading it.
I received an ARC of this book, and this is my honest review.
January 25, 2022
What a great story! The world building, the mystery, the characters, the slow burn: I really enjoyed all of it.
Noah and Danny are perfect together even if it takes them some time to get there and find their footing. One is mortal and the other isn’t and the world they live in isn’t very supernatural friendly. I loved the dynamic between them though and the way their relationship evolves is rather realistic, given both their pasts and the danger Danny is in.
They are surrounded by wonderful and very well written supporting characters who allow us to understand this world and its prejudices even better.
A great read, I highly recommend this book!
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews and this my honest review.
Noah and Danny are perfect together even if it takes them some time to get there and find their footing. One is mortal and the other isn’t and the world they live in isn’t very supernatural friendly. I loved the dynamic between them though and the way their relationship evolves is rather realistic, given both their pasts and the danger Danny is in.
They are surrounded by wonderful and very well written supporting characters who allow us to understand this world and its prejudices even better.
A great read, I highly recommend this book!
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews and this my honest review.
January 12, 2022
What an amazing story! I had read the short story version in the Working Stiffs anthology and I loved the expanded version. This is an interesting world where supernaturals mingle with humans but still face prejudice and limitations compared to their “normal” brethren. Noah is a vampire working as a crime scene photographer and Danny is a baker who gets caught up in a dangerous case as the only possible witness. These characters were so relatable and I quickly became attached to both of them. Honestly I would love a follow up story for these two and/or more stories set in this same world. Some of the best stories make you almost cry with the interaction between the MCs and believe me, this made me come close. I really recommend this one!
January 11, 2022
K. Evan Coles is a new author to me and I very much enjoyed their paranormal mystery romance, *Overexposed*. We meet vampire and CSU photographer Noah who is, along with his human colleagues at the NYPD, investigating a serial killer who is leaving dead bodies all over town seemingly drained of blood. Discovering one of the bodies and then catching the attention of the killer, is Danny Kaes, co-owner of the utterly delightfully named Filipino bakery, Nice Buns, and the one human who has also captivated Noah after a near century of being alone. Noah is caught trying to confront (and avoid) these pesky feelings he appears to have caught for a human—a very breakable and more importantly, very mortal human—and deeply concerned with the horrific killings and the danger Danny finds himself in.
The slow push and pull between these two characters was really fantastic. They are both torn between wanting to pursue this magical thing between them but also scared of the dangers (for Danny, very literally sometimes) it might pose both physically and emotionally. What I really appreciated about the vampires mentioned in this world was the real threat of the danger they pose towards humans which we see up close a few times. And don’t worry—despite the slow burn, the sexy was off the charts smoking and their chemistry very strong! The element of the serial killer was well presented and raised the tension throughout as our MC’s (aided by some delightful side characters), piece together their motive and how to capture them. I also really loved how there was a significant amount of time dedicated to the main characters figuring out their relationship and testing the waters between them after the mystery plot was resolved. It was a satisfying coda to the book and allows the reader to enjoy the resolution of the love story while not stressing about the suspense. I was really glad to receive a copy of *Overexposed* via GRR and make sure to check it out when it releases on January 25th.
The slow push and pull between these two characters was really fantastic. They are both torn between wanting to pursue this magical thing between them but also scared of the dangers (for Danny, very literally sometimes) it might pose both physically and emotionally. What I really appreciated about the vampires mentioned in this world was the real threat of the danger they pose towards humans which we see up close a few times. And don’t worry—despite the slow burn, the sexy was off the charts smoking and their chemistry very strong! The element of the serial killer was well presented and raised the tension throughout as our MC’s (aided by some delightful side characters), piece together their motive and how to capture them. I also really loved how there was a significant amount of time dedicated to the main characters figuring out their relationship and testing the waters between them after the mystery plot was resolved. It was a satisfying coda to the book and allows the reader to enjoy the resolution of the love story while not stressing about the suspense. I was really glad to receive a copy of *Overexposed* via GRR and make sure to check it out when it releases on January 25th.
January 27, 2022
Noah Green is the only vampire employed by the NYPD. As such, he spends his nights documenting crime scenes as a forensic photographer. Most of the force is not particularly fond of him, but Noah tries not care and avoids entanglements with humans. That is until he spies baker Danny Kaes. Danny has an interesting past as he used to be with a fanger but the experience has him swearing off them. He loves his bakery, Hot Buns, and would not mind spending time with the hottie CSI human. When Danny finds a body that is part of a series of murders, it is Noah who comes to his rescue. Noah wants to keep Danny safe even if it means revealing he is a blood eater.
This story started out slow and built in intensity. There were many characters in this one that made the story incredibly rich. From police detectives to bakery workers, they made the reading realistic and helped the plot to move forward. Danny and Noah had great chemistry together but first they had to deal with prejudice, misunderstandings and communication issues. Danny brought some sparkle into Noah’s life that may have been extinguished if not for their involvement in the murder investigation. The story was well-written and captured our attention. This was my first story by this author and will not be my last.
This story started out slow and built in intensity. There were many characters in this one that made the story incredibly rich. From police detectives to bakery workers, they made the reading realistic and helped the plot to move forward. Danny and Noah had great chemistry together but first they had to deal with prejudice, misunderstandings and communication issues. Danny brought some sparkle into Noah’s life that may have been extinguished if not for their involvement in the murder investigation. The story was well-written and captured our attention. This was my first story by this author and will not be my last.
January 23, 2022
I loved that this book starts by showing readers a brief glimpse into where and how Noah’s human life ends, as it gave me a lens through which to see the person he becomes, which makes him feel even more relatable than he already does (and since he’s a vampire who’s been existing on the margins of human and supernatural societies for about a hundred years, relatability is a pretty impressive feat). Noah is, under his iron control, prickly and noble and deeply caring and I liked him even when I hated his choices. Human Danny is equally complicated: he and Noah have more in common than their obvious differences might suggest, and their shared understanding of what it’s like to be rejected by the people who should have cared for you is a bittersweet bond that’s stronger, initially, than either of them realizes. There’s some fascinating worldbuilding– the relationship between various supernatural communities and the human mainstream is clearly complicated, and the author’s style avoids infodumps while filling in pertinent detail in ways that feel like enough and yet still left me wanting to know, and see more. The story has suspense, danger, intrigue, and some great supporting characters who clearly have their own, as yet unexplored depths, and for that reason I desperately want there to be another book in this world (ok, two books, one for Cho and one for Bert…unless Bert and Cho are going to be a thing, which I wouldn’t hate at all).
*I received an ARC of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
*I received an ARC of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 26, 2022
A Joyfully Jay review.
3.5 stars
Overexposed opens in the year 1919 and we see a glimpse of how Noah’s life used to be. That was a long time ago and Noah has had no choice but to adapt to being a vampire. Humans know about vampires and other supernaturals, and while Noah works for the NYPD, not all of his colleagues are accepting. We then meet Danny, who is happy owning a bakery that produces amazing Filipino delights. His last relationship with a vampire wasn’t at all what he wanted it to be and he’s determined not to repeat his mistakes.
The beginning sets this story up well and the chemistry between Noah and Danny sparks even over the bakery counter. We get caught up on both Danny and Noah’s lives, with great descriptions of Danny’s bakery specialties, and the basic world here is set up, although there is not too much world building overall. The story starts to pick up speed when Danny finds a dead body in the park and then stays at Noah’s home for protection. But then the killer storyline didn’t hold the same appeal and the story stalled out for me. I didn’t find the who and why behind the murders all that interesting or that well put together.
Read Michelle's review in its entirety here.
3.5 stars
Overexposed opens in the year 1919 and we see a glimpse of how Noah’s life used to be. That was a long time ago and Noah has had no choice but to adapt to being a vampire. Humans know about vampires and other supernaturals, and while Noah works for the NYPD, not all of his colleagues are accepting. We then meet Danny, who is happy owning a bakery that produces amazing Filipino delights. His last relationship with a vampire wasn’t at all what he wanted it to be and he’s determined not to repeat his mistakes.
The beginning sets this story up well and the chemistry between Noah and Danny sparks even over the bakery counter. We get caught up on both Danny and Noah’s lives, with great descriptions of Danny’s bakery specialties, and the basic world here is set up, although there is not too much world building overall. The story starts to pick up speed when Danny finds a dead body in the park and then stays at Noah’s home for protection. But then the killer storyline didn’t hold the same appeal and the story stalled out for me. I didn’t find the who and why behind the murders all that interesting or that well put together.
Read Michelle's review in its entirety here.
January 28, 2022
This is the first book I have read by this author and it for sure wont be my last. I absolutely loved this story so much! The paranormal aspect of it brought so much excitement to the story. Noah is a vampire and in this book vampires are tolerated but not exactly liked. He is a CSI investigator who works with a not very nice detective. When Noah meets Danny and realizes Danny is in danger he will do whatever is necessary to keep Danny safe. These two were so completely adorable and I absolutely loved this story so much! I am so excited to read more from this author.
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
POV: 3rd person
Standalone or series: Stand-alone
Would I recommend it: 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ highly recommend!! 🤩
Would I read it again: Most definitely!
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
POV: 3rd person
Standalone or series: Stand-alone
Would I recommend it: 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ highly recommend!! 🤩
Would I read it again: Most definitely!
January 16, 2022
I have to say, this was my first book by K. Evan Coles but it won't be my last! I really enjoyed the story, getting to know Noah and Danny. They had great chemistry between them and the storyline was interesting from start to finish. I like how we worked to solve the case alongside them and how this balanced with them getting to know one another. Noah was an absolute sweetheart and my heart just melted for him. While some parts of the story were slower-going than others, there was plenty of things happening to keep it interesting (and some steamy moments too!).
As well as Noah and Danny, the secondary characters in the book were great. They made me laugh and, Callahan in particular, was so interesting. I really hope he gets his own story because he seemed to have so many layers - I started off disliking him but by the end I'd completely changed my mind. Overall, this is a great book and I'd definitely recommend it. I also have my fingers crossed that there's more to come!
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
As well as Noah and Danny, the secondary characters in the book were great. They made me laugh and, Callahan in particular, was so interesting. I really hope he gets his own story because he seemed to have so many layers - I started off disliking him but by the end I'd completely changed my mind. Overall, this is a great book and I'd definitely recommend it. I also have my fingers crossed that there's more to come!
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
January 26, 2022
I’ve read a few of this author contemporary works but this was my first foray into paranormal that she’s written. Loved it! The story hooked me, kept me engaged and entertained, it didn’t let me go very easily! The world building was fantastic! She gave us glimpse into Noah’s previous life before becoming a vampire. Danny is a bakery owner and has caught a serial killer’s attention. Noah offers to let him stay with him. I loved the chemistry between these two sooo much, the push and pull, the ying/yang! Overall, a fantastic read! The story was really well written, the pacing flowed smoothly, highly recommend. I’m voluntarily reviewing from an advanced copy that I received. My review is solely based on my thoughts and opinions.
January 15, 2022
A great vampire/human story.
First read the brief glimpse of this is in Working Stiffs and when I came to the end of it
I knew I had to read the complete book. I've read this as an ARC and this is my honest
opinion. Noah is a known vampire working as a crime scene photographer for the NYPD. And
he must contend with pre-conceived prejudices of his co-workers. His one ray of human
contact is with baker Danny Kaes owner of Nice Buns. There is an undercurrent of attraction, but it balloons into more when Danny is attacked by a mysterious murderer whose motives are horrendously bloody. I liked the police investigation aspect of this story. The procedures came across as genuine. There was a secondary character, Noah's partner Det. Bert Callahan, who lent a heavy hand to the homicide unit, but he was, underneath it all, a friend that Noah needed. Danny was put in the position of an innocent victim who was at the wrong place at the wrong time and he almost paid the ultimate price for that.
First read the brief glimpse of this is in Working Stiffs and when I came to the end of it
I knew I had to read the complete book. I've read this as an ARC and this is my honest
opinion. Noah is a known vampire working as a crime scene photographer for the NYPD. And
he must contend with pre-conceived prejudices of his co-workers. His one ray of human
contact is with baker Danny Kaes owner of Nice Buns. There is an undercurrent of attraction, but it balloons into more when Danny is attacked by a mysterious murderer whose motives are horrendously bloody. I liked the police investigation aspect of this story. The procedures came across as genuine. There was a secondary character, Noah's partner Det. Bert Callahan, who lent a heavy hand to the homicide unit, but he was, underneath it all, a friend that Noah needed. Danny was put in the position of an innocent victim who was at the wrong place at the wrong time and he almost paid the ultimate price for that.
January 24, 2022
Noah is a CSI tech and he has a crush on Danny, the cute baker at Nice Buns bakery. But Noah has a secret he hasn’t told Danny - he is a vampire.
The world building in this book was great. There was enough detail about how the supernaturals came out to explain the story but not so much that it was overwhelming. I liked the interactions between Noah and Danny but they did get a little repetitive for me at times. I loved Cho and Callahan as well and though they added a great contrast to the story and I would love to know more about what happens next with them.
On the whole this was a really enjoyable story and I will quite probably go back through the authors other works as I don’t think I’ve read any by her before.
The world building in this book was great. There was enough detail about how the supernaturals came out to explain the story but not so much that it was overwhelming. I liked the interactions between Noah and Danny but they did get a little repetitive for me at times. I loved Cho and Callahan as well and though they added a great contrast to the story and I would love to know more about what happens next with them.
On the whole this was a really enjoyable story and I will quite probably go back through the authors other works as I don’t think I’ve read any by her before.
January 25, 2022
3.5 stars rounded to 4
All the elements for a great mystery-romance are in this book, and the world-building is fantastic. The suspense/mystery aspect of the story definitely kept me engaged - I loved how it added to the world-building and how the relationships between Noah and his co-workers developed because of it. The medium-steam level definitely was the right choice for the romance, as well. The only issue I had was very much personal: everyone and everything led to an engrossing read, the chemistry between Noah and Danny just wasn’t there for me.
It was unclear whether more stories set in this universe would also be suspense/romance/mystery mixes, but if so, I’ll be reading them.
All the elements for a great mystery-romance are in this book, and the world-building is fantastic. The suspense/mystery aspect of the story definitely kept me engaged - I loved how it added to the world-building and how the relationships between Noah and his co-workers developed because of it. The medium-steam level definitely was the right choice for the romance, as well. The only issue I had was very much personal: everyone and everything led to an engrossing read, the chemistry between Noah and Danny just wasn’t there for me.
It was unclear whether more stories set in this universe would also be suspense/romance/mystery mixes, but if so, I’ll be reading them.
January 28, 2022
A vampire crime scene photographer and a baker are an interesting mix in this enjoyable read by a author I’ve only just come across.
This book took me a while to get into bet once I had I was unable to put it down. I liked Noah but I did have a dislike of the words he used for humans, until he realised it upset the humans in his life, I also liked Danny and thought he had a realistic response to the situation he found himself in.
I found the whole book to be entertaining, reading it over the course of a day. I would like more from this well built world maybe the secondary characters finding love.
This book took me a while to get into bet once I had I was unable to put it down. I liked Noah but I did have a dislike of the words he used for humans, until he realised it upset the humans in his life, I also liked Danny and thought he had a realistic response to the situation he found himself in.
I found the whole book to be entertaining, reading it over the course of a day. I would like more from this well built world maybe the secondary characters finding love.
January 28, 2022
K Evan Coles is one of my go-to authors and she didn't disappoint with Overexposed. Noah is a vampire and is a forensic photographer for the police, even though they don't trust him. Danny is a baker and is attracted to the mystery man that comes into his bakery but doesn't ask him. They both have secrets that they are keeping from each other and you can see the chemistry between these two. The book is funny, romantic, sweet and has some intense moments. All the characters in this book are likeable but Callahan steals the show and the book had my attention from start to finish.
January 28, 2022
Noah is a fanguer, who works as a forensic photographer but he is not well regarded by his colleagues. He has one good friend, Cho, who goes with him to the bakery where Danny works. There’s chemistry and interest but bad experiences, prejudice and a mystery have to be cleared up for this couple to finally be. It’s an interesting world, where vampires are fanguers. The plot kept me on edge the whole time. Great writing.
January 28, 2022
4 1/2 stars (and I'm horrible at reviews, just so you know)
I didn't expect to enjoy this book as much as I did - not because of the author, I enjoy K. Evans Coles' novels, only because I'm not into vampire stories. Danny and Noah were well written, although I would have liked a little more of Danny's family and a few flashbacks of Noah's parents reaction to his vampirism.
I'm hoping for more in this universe, we still have Cho, Callahan and Miles to explore.
I didn't expect to enjoy this book as much as I did - not because of the author, I enjoy K. Evans Coles' novels, only because I'm not into vampire stories. Danny and Noah were well written, although I would have liked a little more of Danny's family and a few flashbacks of Noah's parents reaction to his vampirism.
I'm hoping for more in this universe, we still have Cho, Callahan and Miles to explore.
January 29, 2022
The murder and suspense part of this story were great and I loved the fact that our MC was a crime scene photographer which is a nice variation on the usual police procedural. The world building with vampires and humans coexisting in an uneasy way was nicely developed and made for some great conflict when Noah had to come clean with Danny about what he is. Great action and hot romance make this one a winner.
January 28, 2022
I really enjoyed the world building, the mystery and the romance in this story.
Noah and Danny are perfect together, even if it takes them a bit of time to realize this.
I love how protective Noah is of Danny when danger comes knocking.
The story kept me engaged and quickly turning the pages to find out more.
Very enjoyable read!
Noah and Danny are perfect together, even if it takes them a bit of time to realize this.
I love how protective Noah is of Danny when danger comes knocking.
The story kept me engaged and quickly turning the pages to find out more.
Very enjoyable read!
January 28, 2022
It was Good
This is the first book of K. Evan Coles that I have read, and I liked it. It took awhile for the the pacing and the story to pick up. There was a lot of push and pull between the characters, but it seems like it could be a decent series if the author takes it further.
This is the first book of K. Evan Coles that I have read, and I liked it. It took awhile for the the pacing and the story to pick up. There was a lot of push and pull between the characters, but it seems like it could be a decent series if the author takes it further.
January 27, 2022
This book was so good. I love the dynamics between the supernatural and humans. Throw in the mystery angle and I was hooked! Danny and Noah have a wonderful chemistry. Must admit I loved the gruffness of Callahan!
January 19, 2022
This was one of the rare cases "it's me, not the book". It looked like something made just for me - vampires, detectives, murders, and romance. What's not to like?
Turns out - a lot of things.
I must mention first, that the world & society (both human & supernatural) were interesting. I cringed a little bit with the Homo Nosferatu thing, and it's not that the author made an entirely new species, but still, her vampires were different than in other books.
The world was different too. It was a surprise, but a welcome one.
However, I hated everything and everyone. All the rules, the prejudice, the snarky comments, and the shitty attitude towards other species. It's not because they were written poorly; no, I'm pretty sure they were good. The thing is… everything felt too close to home. Too familiar to our own world, with our own prejudice towards others.
I don't like books in which I despise every character, want them to die slowly & painfully, or just disappear and never come back.
And let's start the killing from Graham, okay? Because of his attitude I was sure he was a stereotypical bad cop in the mid-fifties who doesn't like anything new or different, has a cigarette in his mouth, and a pistol under his pillow. His prejudice towards a person who he ASKED for help was just awful. Especially because it was hinted that the vampire (under)world wasn't something entirely new for him, but he still behaved in a way that made me think of all the people who say that women are another species and are designed to take care of the household, period.
He, along with others, had a sudden change in his behavior, almost a… redemption? which was entirely unbelievable, even if I'd bet that he will be a main character in the possible next book.
Sho was… inconsistent at best. He starts as a handler of the vampire photographer, so you would think that he actually CAN handle working with a monster, but… as it turns out, it's a problem. An obstacle, that will also be surpassed, of course, but he started as The Nice Friend, and suddenly loses this status to become A Scared Asshole Who Wants Good But Sucks.
Danny's ex is painted as The Asshole until he is introduced, and… the shit becomes even weirder. I won't even dive into his character arc. I'm betting he will come back in the next books too.
The main characters, you ask?
Well, Danny is just stupid. I understand that he has different traumas, and he tries his best, but at the same time, I couldn't find even one positive thing about him. He starts as this Sexy Baker Who Is A Little Bit Shy and then develops fully to Whiny Bottom.
This probably was seen by the author, because after every meltdown we get the information that "he is so strong, and is coping so well with this situation". Well, sorry to say that, but he isn't - and it's not a crime either. Just… don't lie right in my face about that, ok?
His way of handling the stress, the (REALLY SHORT) house-prison, and the investigation are just bollocks, madness, and pure chaos. I wouldn't allow him to even move from his bedroom. It's a miracle he didn't die before even the book starts.
Noah is… complicated. Which in that situation can be seen as something good. He is a vampire and his "beast„ sometimes makes him behave in a less-logical way. He has his own trauma, his own fears, and his own ways of coping with being an immortal being. He was stupid sometimes, but I didn't wish him a painful ending. Which is something, I guess?
And I should say something about the plot, which is definitely in the "it's me, not the book". The story is pretty simple, most tropes are commonly used, and I was surprised by them only because the writing made them look more fresh-y than they should be. There were holes in the author's ideas (villain motivation, villain decisions, vampire knowing how to help a person with panic attacks, vampire love, and a couple of Dramatic Moments when idiots left Danny - searched by a serial killer! - alone!!) which made me confused, because I was waiting for everything to start making sense. Which never happened.
It wasn't a bad book per se. It wasn't even a bad story. I just didn't like half of it, and the other half was unbelievable (again, for me).
If social (species?) injustice and prejudice is your jam, it will probably be a good book for you.
If a traumatized sweet baker who has emotional meltdowns almost every chapter sounds like something for you - go for it.
If you don't mind over-dramatic last ⅕ of the book (seriously, I cried like a mad man, and I didn't even like the characters) - have fun, you have my blessing.
Just don't think too much about the villain and his motives or plans, and you will be alright.
I received an ARC of this book from the Gay Romance Reviews, and I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased review.
Turns out - a lot of things.
I must mention first, that the world & society (both human & supernatural) were interesting. I cringed a little bit with the Homo Nosferatu thing, and it's not that the author made an entirely new species, but still, her vampires were different than in other books.
The world was different too. It was a surprise, but a welcome one.
However, I hated everything and everyone. All the rules, the prejudice, the snarky comments, and the shitty attitude towards other species. It's not because they were written poorly; no, I'm pretty sure they were good. The thing is… everything felt too close to home. Too familiar to our own world, with our own prejudice towards others.
I don't like books in which I despise every character, want them to die slowly & painfully, or just disappear and never come back.
And let's start the killing from Graham, okay? Because of his attitude I was sure he was a stereotypical bad cop in the mid-fifties who doesn't like anything new or different, has a cigarette in his mouth, and a pistol under his pillow. His prejudice towards a person who he ASKED for help was just awful. Especially because it was hinted that the vampire (under)world wasn't something entirely new for him, but he still behaved in a way that made me think of all the people who say that women are another species and are designed to take care of the household, period.
He, along with others, had a sudden change in his behavior, almost a… redemption? which was entirely unbelievable, even if I'd bet that he will be a main character in the possible next book.
Sho was… inconsistent at best. He starts as a handler of the vampire photographer, so you would think that he actually CAN handle working with a monster, but… as it turns out, it's a problem. An obstacle, that will also be surpassed, of course, but he started as The Nice Friend, and suddenly loses this status to become A Scared Asshole Who Wants Good But Sucks.
Danny's ex is painted as The Asshole until he is introduced, and… the shit becomes even weirder. I won't even dive into his character arc. I'm betting he will come back in the next books too.
The main characters, you ask?
Well, Danny is just stupid. I understand that he has different traumas, and he tries his best, but at the same time, I couldn't find even one positive thing about him. He starts as this Sexy Baker Who Is A Little Bit Shy and then develops fully to Whiny Bottom.
This probably was seen by the author, because after every meltdown we get the information that "he is so strong, and is coping so well with this situation". Well, sorry to say that, but he isn't - and it's not a crime either. Just… don't lie right in my face about that, ok?
His way of handling the stress, the (REALLY SHORT) house-prison, and the investigation are just bollocks, madness, and pure chaos. I wouldn't allow him to even move from his bedroom. It's a miracle he didn't die before even the book starts.
Noah is… complicated. Which in that situation can be seen as something good. He is a vampire and his "beast„ sometimes makes him behave in a less-logical way. He has his own trauma, his own fears, and his own ways of coping with being an immortal being. He was stupid sometimes, but I didn't wish him a painful ending. Which is something, I guess?
And I should say something about the plot, which is definitely in the "it's me, not the book". The story is pretty simple, most tropes are commonly used, and I was surprised by them only because the writing made them look more fresh-y than they should be. There were holes in the author's ideas (villain motivation, villain decisions, vampire knowing how to help a person with panic attacks, vampire love, and a couple of Dramatic Moments when idiots left Danny - searched by a serial killer! - alone!!) which made me confused, because I was waiting for everything to start making sense. Which never happened.
It wasn't a bad book per se. It wasn't even a bad story. I just didn't like half of it, and the other half was unbelievable (again, for me).
If social (species?) injustice and prejudice is your jam, it will probably be a good book for you.
If a traumatized sweet baker who has emotional meltdowns almost every chapter sounds like something for you - go for it.
If you don't mind over-dramatic last ⅕ of the book (seriously, I cried like a mad man, and I didn't even like the characters) - have fun, you have my blessing.
Just don't think too much about the villain and his motives or plans, and you will be alright.
I received an ARC of this book from the Gay Romance Reviews, and I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased review.
January 21, 2022
I felt heart broken for Noah, despite being friendly with Cho, he seemed so lonely. He worked soo much overtime, he never seemed to worry about filling time off.
As for Danny, his relationship with his family is strained as he feels responsible for his mother. Even with his father saying it probably would have happened anyways, it felt like he kept them at arms length.
Together they helped each other through family issues and Danny helped Noah open up to the dept and friends there also, hopefully Noah helped with Danny and his families relatuonship.
As for Danny, his relationship with his family is strained as he feels responsible for his mother. Even with his father saying it probably would have happened anyways, it felt like he kept them at arms length.
Together they helped each other through family issues and Danny helped Noah open up to the dept and friends there also, hopefully Noah helped with Danny and his families relatuonship.
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