Lynn
Written on Oct 15, 2016
Tristan Brewer is on a relationship hiatus after another disappointing break-up which has left him hurt, ignored and unappreciated. When Alex Wells walks up to the bar in the Taproom his radar is on high alert...as is every single available male or female in the bar. He likes what he sees, but he's straight right? Wrong! The guy with a swagger only has eyes for him...if only he wasn't taking a break!
Alex Wells is in Harborside to set down roots. He's taking over his late grandmother's bungalow and with lots of happy memories, he hopes to erase his past insecurities and start again in this small town. He's anxious to meet the man who befriended his grandmother and looked out for her before she died if nothing else to just thank him for his kindness. However, when he sees the sexy barman in the Taproom, he instantly knows his decision to come to this small town was the right one.
This M/M book packs an emotional punch as Tristan and Alex overcome their issues. The attraction between the protagonists is instant although the foundations of their emotional connection are laid before they actually meet, courtesy of the relationships they both had with Alex's grandmother. Therefore, when Alex walks into the Taproom during Tristan's shift, their physical, instant reaction is like a missing piece of a puzzle. Yet, nothing is clear cut as both have problems they need to work through to enable them to be together. Tristan throws himself wholeheartedly into his relationships, only to be hurt and used when things don't work out. He's comfortable in his skin when it comes to his sexuality although embarrassed that his interests are more than a little cliché for a gay man. Whilst Alex needs to get used to the fact he doesn't need to hide who he is anymore.
The author wrote this with a dual point of view however sometimes it was often difficult for me to keep track of which guy was speaking. Thankfully, that didn't spoil, what is a very enjoyable addition to the very engaging Harborside Nights series.
***arc generously received courtesy of the publisher EverAfter Romance***