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lezreadalot's review
4.0
Something told him it was going to be hot at the forge, and he couldn’t wait.
3.5 stars. I found myself in the mood for some cute, low conflict romance, and this delivered all of the cute, mellow, small town vibes I could have wanted, with some added protectiveness on the side. Jackson, who we met in the first book, has been friends with Chase for a few months, and now that he's ready to start seriously dating, he finds himself wanting to take that friendship somewhere further. Chase is used to random hookups and not allowing himself to feel, but he starts realising that he and Jackson are the perfect fit. The secondary plot involves Chase's estranged and very religious family, as well as Jackson's close knit relationship with his brothers. I think I've decided I really like how the author is structuring these books. The prologue begins with a spicy snippet of the couple beginning their relationship, and then we go back to the beginning to see how we get there. In the first book, Cam's book, we had the occasional Jackson chapter; now, in Jackson's book, we had the occasional Thomas chapter. It's a good way of letting us get to know all the brothers and getting us ready for their books. Usually I don't like random third POVs in my romances, but it works here. Especially since I know I'll be eventually reading the entire series.
Like the first book, this honestly got a bit TOO low conflict for me, and the relationship moved so fast it really made me incredulous. But I did really really love Jackson and Chase together, even more than the couple in the first book, and I guess that made all the difference. It helped that they've known each other for a few months, and I'm always so soft for friends to lovers. They were also so intense and smitten with each other, it made me blush a little. Also like Jackson makes Chase a sword?? Chase gives Jackson his first tattoo?? That's my kinda love language my dudes.
Listened to the audiobook as read by Michael Dean, which was great as always; I especially liked his Chase voice. I'm pretty excited for Thomas' book, so maybe I'll read that sooner than I thought.
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recollection of familial rejection, homophobia, religion-based conversion tactics, stalkingHe’d done his grieving a long time ago. Now, he was running into Jackson’s arms, and Jackson was reaching out to pull him close at every turn.
adventures_by_nessa's review
3.0
I’m a big E. Davies fan but this one just didn’t do it for me. Chase was just not for me.
I didn’t feel their chemistry at all! I tried. I had to put the book down and come back to it because of that. My buggiest point of contention was when Chase and Jackson have an amazing date then Chase turns around to fuck his one time hookup in a car then have sex with Jackson the next day. And Jackson was just okay with it, but I couldn’t feel it.
I am going to move on to the next one. Because I adore E. Davies!!
I didn’t feel their chemistry at all! I tried. I had to put the book down and come back to it because of that. My buggiest point of contention was when Chase and Jackson have an amazing date then Chase turns around to fuck his one time hookup in a car then have sex with Jackson the next day. And Jackson was just okay with it, but I couldn’t feel it.
I am going to move on to the next one. Because I adore E. Davies!!
tltravis's review
5.0
Forged in love
Another Riley brothers heart is claimed. I absolutely love the diversity in these characters and the challenges they face. These aren't your standard run of the mill issues, these are real life and keep you perched on the edge of your seat.
I'm off to see what happens with the remaining brother!
Another Riley brothers heart is claimed. I absolutely love the diversity in these characters and the challenges they face. These aren't your standard run of the mill issues, these are real life and keep you perched on the edge of your seat.
I'm off to see what happens with the remaining brother!
novel_nomad's review
3.0
A little bit steamier on the romance side of things, compared to book one, but I did gasp when one of the MC hooked up with another person after the first date. I was shocked - but it definitely suited the character's development as he had to accept that he was worth more than what his parents and random hookups lead him to believe. More of a redemptive arc but sweet moments with Jackson.
avsfan08's review
3.0
Pretty much could give this the same review as the first book. I just wish there was more story development.
cadiva's review
3.0
Again, as with the first in the series, this book is okay. The premise is good, the background characters work well and the three brothers are an interesting set up to be writing about.
But, once again everything happens massively quickly, there's huge issues going on which bring in angst to complicate matters and there's shedloads of sex at the drop of a hat everywhere.
However, I do like that Davies doesn't drop the people he's written about previously but keeps them interwoven into what's happening in each new book.
But, once again everything happens massively quickly, there's huge issues going on which bring in angst to complicate matters and there's shedloads of sex at the drop of a hat everywhere.
However, I do like that Davies doesn't drop the people he's written about previously but keeps them interwoven into what's happening in each new book.
jennyreadsromance's review against another edition
4.0
Jackson is so sweet! If only he wasn't gay...and fictional...*sigh*
Chase & Jackson are cute together. Chase is running from his past but finds solace in his budding relationship with Jackson. The past intrudes and Chase is forced to admit that not only does he want Jackson but he needs him as well.
I loved revisiting the relationship between Noah & Cam as well as getting Thomas's perspective.
Chase & Jackson are cute together. Chase is running from his past but finds solace in his budding relationship with Jackson. The past intrudes and Chase is forced to admit that not only does he want Jackson but he needs him as well.
I loved revisiting the relationship between Noah & Cam as well as getting Thomas's perspective.
adventures_by_nessa's review against another edition
3.0
I’m a big E. Davies fan but this one just didn’t do it for me. Chase was just not for me.
I didn’t feel their chemistry at all! I tried. I had to put the book down and come back to it because of that. My buggiest point of contention was when Chase and Jackson have an amazing date then Chase turns around to fuck his one time hookup in a car then have sex with Jackson the next day. And Jackson was just okay with it, but I couldn’t feel it.
I am going to move on to the next one. Because I adore E. Davies!!
I didn’t feel their chemistry at all! I tried. I had to put the book down and come back to it because of that. My buggiest point of contention was when Chase and Jackson have an amazing date then Chase turns around to fuck his one time hookup in a car then have sex with Jackson the next day. And Jackson was just okay with it, but I couldn’t feel it.
I am going to move on to the next one. Because I adore E. Davies!!