This was a pleasant surprise.Something very different from Lily Morton.Ghosts,things that go bump in the night,a plot that had me guessing and [image]
This was a pleasant surprise.Something very different from Lily Morton.Ghosts,things that go bump in the night,a plot that had me guessing and hanging on every word to get to the end and a blossoming romance between two highly likeable men.
Levi is ready for a fresh start after the end of a long term relationship.Moving from London to a new house in York he's inherited seems like the perfect solution.The house is in serious need of renovation and straight away the reader is pulled into it's mystery and secrets. The city of York is the perfect setting here,let me tell you.It's a beautiful city,steeped in history with wonderful old buildings,it's quirky and quaint with loads of character.
The city has secrets which are used for many ghost tours( these tours actually do take place in York-in fact York is known as the world's most haunted city!).One such ghost tour has the enigmatic and rather flamboyant character,Blue in charge.Levi is drawn to him by his appearances initially but it's soon apparent that Blue is no ordinary tour guide....
Without giving too much away Levi and Blue join forces to try and uncover the secrets that surround Levi's house and along the way develop a lovely friendship that turns to so much more.This is a slow burn and I loved the progression of their relationship.
Some great supporting characters( even the ghosts!), and I'm hoping for more from some of them in upcoming books.
"Tell me what to do,"he whispered. "Tell me what you need."
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As usual Garrett Leigh keeps it real with two complex men who are very d
"Tell me what to do,"he whispered. "Tell me what you need."
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As usual Garrett Leigh keeps it real with two complex men who are very different yet ended up working so well together.The writing is on point as usual,the subtle British humour is present,and the inclusion of the two other couples from the previous books incorporated into the story perfectly. I wasn't sure,initially,but Isha and Jude as a couple slowly but surely worked their way into my heart and they're a close second to Lucky and Dom.
Ever since Isha was introduced in book one I've been more than a bit intrigued by him.A complete workaholic he doesn't ever seem to relax and enjoy himself.Firmly in the closest with only his ex wife knowing the truth about his sexuality he's only ever had hook ups with men and,as a result,has no clue how to process his feelings for Jude-preferring to push him away rather than acknowledge that there's something more than sex involved.I kind of got him.Yes,the way he went about things with Jude was beyond frustrating at times but I felt he genuinely just didn't know what to do with his feelings and then there was the problem of coming out to Dom and his children. ( a big shout out for his ex Mina,I really liked her and thank goodness for an ex wife who isn't portrayed as a villain)
Jude is a character who I loved from the very beginning.He has his problems to cope with but he tries to just get on with life.Devoting his time to his beloved reptiles in the shop he owns he hasn't had time or the real inclination for any kind of relationship.But with Isha things feel different from the start and it's not just the amazing sex.
(On the subject of Jude's medical condition I really commend the Author here.I've got a family member with this condition and it was very well portrayed.)
It takes them a while but eventually they get there. I adored the relationship Jude developed with Isha's children,it felt easy,natural and was totally believable.Jude and Isha seem to take two steps forward and ten steps backwards at times as they try and navigate their way through the complexity of their attraction and feelings but I really enjoyed their journey and the Epilogue was pretty damn perfect.I've really enjoyed this series and I'm hoping we get a little more from these men in the future.
Recommend Read.
An Arc of Jude was kindly provided to DirtyBooksObsession in exchange for an honest review.
I wasn't entirely sure what to expect here.Whenever I see Garrett Leigh has a new book I just go into grabby hands mode.One of the thin4 Stars.
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I wasn't entirely sure what to expect here.Whenever I see Garrett Leigh has a new book I just go into grabby hands mode.One of the things I love about her books is how British she always keeps things and that's certainly the case here.Tackling such an emotive subject and making it so real.The 'sport' of Fox Hunting has been a topic of great debate over the years in England.Opinions differ,some see the unnecessary cruelty while some regarded it as a form of pest control.As an animal lover I'm firmly in the former camp and I really commend her for this story.
A hot encounter one night was supposed to be just that....a one off.Cash definitely wasn't looking for anything more or a repeat performance with Rae but, his past and Rae's present were about to collide.Something neither man saw coming.
I loved how,after their initial encounter,they didn't immediately fall into bed.Things between them developed at just the right pace for the story.In fact their romance wasn't the main focus here.Rae being a hunt saboteur and Cash's connection in that regard ran hand in hand here and it worked.They were both passionate about the cause and as a result their emotional connection was so strong.Their chemistry was palpable and extremely hot!
Fan's of the previous book will be happy that Dom and Lucky feature a lot here as well.I truly loved the development and closeness of Cash's relationship with Lucky and,as the book progressed,with Dom.
Overall,a difficult subject written extremely well by this Author.And a story of love and friendship and staying true to your beliefs.
Recommended.
An Arc of Cash was kindly provided to DirtyBooksObsession in exchange for an honest review.
Get ready for an adorable Historical Christmas story.
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The first book in this charming series.....I use the word series loo4.5
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LOVED IT.
Get ready for an adorable Historical Christmas story.
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The first book in this charming series.....I use the word series loosely because each book can be read on their own....BUT....there is a connection in the form of an Angel ornament/tree decoration. What a lovely concept these Authors have come up with here.An Angel seemingly casting her magic and bringing men from different worlds together.Each book captures a different era and the romantic in me wants to believe it's the same Angel in each story.
This book takes place in 18th century London and I adored it.I'm all about the smouldering passion in Historical books,lingering looks,forbidden thoughts,clandestine meetings....I was practically swooning.
John is a London Bow Street Runner(yes,that's an actual thing from British history),law enforcement of sorts.When investigating a case one day he finds a beautiful carved Angel floating in the river Thames.Fascinated by it's beauty and determined to find out why it was cast aside he tracks down it's maker....a beautiful young sculptor,Alec.
Alec is horrified,the Angel had a special meaning to him and can't quite believe it's made it's way back to him.And the man who found it,along with the Angel keep returning...
Honestly,this story is just perfect.I devoured it.
-the setting in London at Christmas was just how I imagined it from history,
-John and Alec are just too cute together.A gentle courtship had me melting with John bringing Alec small gifts each day,
-a wonderful array of supporting characters that shared John's lodgings.
This is the third book I've read in this charming series and I highly recommend it. You'll fall in love with John and Alec.
An Arc of Christmas Angel was kindly provided to DirtyBooksObsession in exchange for an honest review.
If this is the final book in the Skins Series, it's just the perfect ending.I'm really going to miss these men-I can't imagine what it must 4.5
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If this is the final book in the Skins Series, it's just the perfect ending.I'm really going to miss these men-I can't imagine what it must be like for an Author to say goodbye to their characters.
This Christmas novella,kind of,comes full circle-ending with more from Dylan and Angelo whose story is the first book in this series.Told only from each men's pov we still get more from the other couples in this series and I'm sure I had a huge grin on my face here.These three couples,whose lives have been intertwined,are all pretty special in their own way.
Dylan and Angelo are,without doubt,at a Crossroads in their lives but I never doubted at any time they would make it.
For only a short read the Author managed to take the reader into each couple's relationship with ease.Honestly,I could read about these guys all day long.
-The build up to Christmas on a farm in Cornwall couldn't have been more perfect,
-There's something so special that happens,that I didn't see coming at all,
-A sex scene involving 4 men(kind of) that was super HOT!....not saying anything else-just read it and find out
If you haven't read this series or this Author before and are into MM romance,don't hesitate.
Recommended read,without any doubt.
An Arc of Crossroads was kindly provided to DirtyBooksObsession in exchange for an honest review.
Second book in this delightful series but can be a standalone.I'm pretty much addicted to the charming setting and endearing characters Jay 4.5
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Second book in this delightful series but can be a standalone.I'm pretty much addicted to the charming setting and endearing characters Jay Northcote has created here.A small town setting is one of my favourite things.
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Alex is 18 and looking forward to going to University where he can finally come out of the closest and be himself.But life has a way of turning things upside down and when he doesn't get the grades he needs he finds himself forced to stay at home, living in an oppressive environment with a Homophobic father.
His Safe Place is a LGBT cafe/restaurant,Rainbow Place and this is where he met Cam.
Cam is a few years older.He's aware of Alex's attraction to him and the feeling is mutual but he's terrified of crossing that line.Yes,he keeps Alex at arm's length insisting on only friendship but I kind of got him and his reasoning behind it.
And you end up with a truly believable friends to lovers story.One thing Jay Northcote does so well is keeping his characters real and this is no exception.
Highly Recommended.
An Arc of Safe Place was kindly provided to DirtyBooksObsession in exchange for an honest review.
I feel as though I'm being a bit unfaithful to Dom and Seth here because this is definitely one of
"I am your shadow.Always there,always yours."
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I feel as though I'm being a bit unfaithful to Dom and Seth here because this is definitely one of my favourite books in this series.The Mark in this book was not what I was expecting at all and he completely charmed me.
Mark is done with casual sex,he wants to settle down and find the one.The only person he's been in love with is Charlotte Elswood,a girl he met years ago in less than perfect circumstances.He travels to England hoping to reconnect with her,what he wasn't expecting was temptation to be put in his way in the form of her brother...
Griffith is sweet and innocent.He's led a pretty sheltered life after being home schooled and is finally ready to spread his wings when he starts University in Bristol.He's studying to become a Lawyer but dance is his real passion.When he meets Mark he's flustered,aroused,and more than ready to let his passion have free reign.Mark is all kinds of mysterious and insanely sexy and has Griffith longing for things he's surpressed.
This book is extremely sensual.While Dom and Seth are all raw passion,Mark and Griffith are extremely erotic together.The first time Mark watches Griffith dance was very moving,you could feel his attraction and desire ramping up.He knows how innocent Griffith is and tries to hold back but for how long?
(...)"The more I know you,the more I adore you.I've tried to be chill about it,but I can't anymore."
And a delicious twist (that I totally didn't see coming),further complicates things...
Another fantastic book in this highly addictive series.Fans of this series will devour this and fall in love with Mark and Griffith.
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