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Bethanie Specht

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Love the Characters!

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Reviewed: 01-20-25

I received an ALC of this book for an honest review. To begin with, I must say, enemies to lovers is my favorite trope, though this book presents as a more one-sided version. Nico (Stix) and Damien (Stone) are neighbors who also work at a nightclub together. Stone can’t stand Stix, but Stix is super happy and friendly, and teases Stone to no end.

Stone realizes that his dislike for Stix is actually attraction, but internalized fear and an abusive past led him to react to Stix’s teasing with disgust and meanness. After recognizing his attraction, Stone makes a decision: he will not be a coward any longer. He will reach out to Stix and approach him with the reality of his truth. He apologizes and admits his fear. He also acknowledges that he’s not as straight as he thought.

Stix and Stone’s relationship grows over time. Stone opens up to Stix and vice versa, and they get closer. Stone has to work through his internalized fears and Stix has to deal with his health and work issues. Through solving these problems, Stix & Stone learn to trust each other. They eventually fall for each other, developing a deep love that’s all-encompassing.

I absolutely loved this book and look forward to more in this series!

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Amazing!

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Reviewed: 09-16-23

One of my favorite listens of the year! I waited for this book’s release with baited breath. I anxiously await the next in the series.

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Best Book I’ve Read In Awhile

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Reviewed: 07-02-23

I absolutely loved this book! I read a lot of books. I mean, a lot. This is one of my favorites this year. I loved Tripp and Sam. Their relationship bloomed from their first glance. I love how Tripp dotes on Sam, and how Sam rubs his belly. Their relationship is adorable.

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What a cute and fun story

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Reviewed: 12-25-22

I really enjoyed this story. It was fun, sweet, and made me laugh. The story of Thierry and Sarah warmed up my below-zero Ohio Christmas weekend. The story was cute, and the narrators did a wonderful job creating various characters. Bravo.

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I loved that it spanned several years

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Reviewed: 12-24-22

I really enjoyed this story. I liked that Tinsley grew up 2 years over the span of the book. The narrators were excellent. I enjoyed the female narrator’s voice. The male was okay. Tinsley grew into a young woman throughout the story. Jesse fought his affection throughout the story. I enjoyed hearing his perspective in the epilogue. His pain was evident. I look forward to listening to Cowboy, and have added it to my tbr!

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