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Merissa (13854 KP) rated Adjoining Rooms in Books

Apr 3, 2023 (Updated Apr 10, 2023)  
Adjoining Rooms
Adjoining Rooms
Alex Winters | 2023 | Contemporary, LGBTQ+, Romance
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
ADJOINING ROOMS is a standalone novella about two (used to be) best friends who were in the closet during school and still sort of are. They shared one "half-kiss" (that still seems like a real kiss) before Knox left town and ghosted Trevor until four years later when he returns - but only because he has to because of work.

This is an extremely fast-paced novella, with plenty of flashbacks and memories to give you the back story. The current story I found to be a little confusing as they change extremely quickly from yes, to no, to maybe, to knock on my door and see what happens... and back again!

I feel this story would have been better as a full-length novel, where the back story was given time to shine, the characters would have a chance to reconnect before falling into bed, and their emotions really would make a difference between them. The most impactful moment, for me, in the book was the surfboard scene in the current time. Then I felt the connection between them for sure.

On the whole, it's a good, quick coffee-break read about second-chance romance.

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* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
April 3, 2023
  
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Merissa (13854 KP) rated Stronger Than Hope (Chesapeake Days #1) in Books

Feb 16, 2022 (Updated Jul 3, 2023)  
Stronger Than Hope (Chesapeake Days #1)
Stronger Than Hope (Chesapeake Days #1)
Katherine McIntyre | 2022 | Contemporary, LGBTQ+, Romance
10
10.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
STRONGER THAN HOPE is the first book in the Chesapeake Days series, and we are introduced not only to the town but the inhabitants, including long-term Linc and new blood Nate. Linc is a bisexual widower, raising his son alone. Nate is revamping his (deceased) uncle's coffee shop and needs help because of the work involved. That isn't how they meet though, oh no. They meet when Nate nearly runs Linc down as he is looking for his rental accommodation.

These two are incredibly sweet together, and Nate shows that he is strong in ways that are not just physical. Linc's grief was incredibly well explained and nuanced, showing there isn't a time limit on mourning someone's loss.

Whilst I loved both of them for varying reasons, I really wanted to slap Linc upside the head for not communicating with Nate, who had already proven he would listen with a calm ear and attitude. Now, I know the upset needed to happen for the story, but still... LOL

A strong start to the series and I honestly can't recommend this highly enough. Can't wait to continue and see who finds love next.

** same worded review will appear elsewhere **

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Feb 16, 2022