Length: 45,000 words approx.
Cover Design: Meredith Russell
Blurb
Jack Whelan is at the end of his tether. He’s living rough in the middle of winter, and paying off a massive debt, so getting a job with MC Securities is a lifeline. His new boss is also the hottest guy ever. Geeky, broody, and scarily clever.
When Michael stumbles upon the reality of Jack’s life, he offers to help. But as Michael’s feelings deepen, and Jack’s terrible past catches up with him, Michael has to decide between believing in the awful truth that is staring him in the face, or trusting Jack.
3 Stars
I really wanted to love this book, I truly did. I was super excited about the blurb because it had so many elements I enjoy in a good Christmas story. Now don’t get me wrong, I liked it for the most part but something was a bit off with the characters and overall believability. It could’ve been just me, I’m not sure, maybe others will just fall in love with them.
I think most of my problem was with Michael. I just didn’t feel like his character embodied what I thought of as head of his own Security Company. I wanted more, no, I needed more from him. I guess I had preconceived notions that weren’t true.
There is a sweetness to the story, after all, it is a Christmas story. It’s quick and easy to read but you’ll definitely need to suspend belief at points. I didn’t love it but I didn’t hate it either and I’m sure that there will be readers who fall in love with Michael and Jack.
***Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie by the author/publisher for my reading pleasure in hopes of an unbiased opinion, a review was not a requirement.***
4 Stars
This book was interesting. I enjoyed reading it from start to finish. The book is based in the UK so there were a few phrases that were used I got the gist of, but didn’t really understand. But the characters and their development worked out really good for me and the storyline flowed pretty well. It gets you into a festive mood surrounding Christmas but doesn’t put the full focus of the story on the holidays. The love story we get between the two guys is believable and really sweet to watch happen. It’s a fast moving relationship but it doesn’t feel forced, almost like they were meant to be and nothing will keep them apart.
Michael is used to being alone and doing everything himself. He doesn’t want a relationship, because of past heartbreak and someone destroying his trust. But right from the beginning, I got the feeling that was all just a ruse. He wants to be loved just as much as everyone else, he just needs to take the plunge. And the perfect person for him to take the plunge with is Jack.
Jack has been dealing with some major stuff for the past few years. Luckily, Michael is able to unknowingly get him a second chance by hiring him at his company. I loved Jack. He really just doesn’t let anything or anyone get in his way or stop him from doing what he needs to do to get by. I totally understood where he was coming from being so hesitant about Michael and his motives at first. But even after everything he’s still lighthearted and trying to be happy in life no matter what is thrown at him. I just love him, he’s a character that just makes you smile. And you just want to hug him and make everything in his life better.
*** Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure, a review wasn't a requirement. ***
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My name is Ruby Moone and I love books. All kinds of books. My weakness is for romance, and that can be any kind, but I am particularly fond of historical and paranormal. I decided to write gay romance after reading some fantastic books and falling in love with the genre, so am really thrilled to have my work published here. The day job takes up a lot of my time, but every other spare moment finds me writing or reading. I live in the north west of England with my husband who thinks that I live in two worlds. The real world and in the world in my head...he probably has a point!
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