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3.8 AVERAGE
3.8 AVERAGE
Nice and Fluffy
This was a good palette cleaner. A lot fluffier than I was expecting since the cover was so dark. It was a bit preachy in some parts, but relatable. Glad I jumped back into Riley Hart’s books with this one.
This was a good palette cleaner. A lot fluffier than I was expecting since the cover was so dark. It was a bit preachy in some parts, but relatable. Glad I jumped back into Riley Hart’s books with this one.
I listened to the audiobook and the narrator did a great job. This was an emotional, low angst story. I really enjoyed the main H/H and secondary characters.
Refreshing
What I loved most about this book was that the author allowed her characters to be open and honest with each other without resorting to using dishonesty or lack of openness as a way to create tension. There was enough tension in the prospect of long distance love and I found it super refreshing to read.
What I loved most about this book was that the author allowed her characters to be open and honest with each other without resorting to using dishonesty or lack of openness as a way to create tension. There was enough tension in the prospect of long distance love and I found it super refreshing to read.
Grayson “Saint” St. Claire was unattached, successful and not looking for any kind of relationship commitment any time soon. Having lost the parents he loved in a plane crash, Saint thought himself to be completely alone as he had always been led to believe by his own father. Imagine his shock when an email landed in his inbox telling him he had a grandmother in some small hick town in Virginia, clear across the country. Saint dismissed the summons and tried to put it out of his mind until a month later when he found himself sitting inside his Corvette at a gas station in that very same small town, wondering just what in the hell he had been thinking chasing down a relative he knew nothing about.
Lucky Tyler Holloway lived a life in the shadow of his protective family. Still in his parents’ basement and working as the town handy man, with some construction work on the side, Tyler eschewed the common belief that he was a golden boy despite every one telling him so, that he was a good soul and his nature was to help others. He dated occasionally and even though everyone in town was sure he would one day marry his best friend, Tyler knew differently. A vacation trip to Mexico and a hot kiss with an even hotter man had confirmed what Tyler had known all along—he was different, definitely bisexual, and hiding one more secret that not even his best friend knew. But he had run away after that kiss, overwhelmed by its implications and unwilling to deal with the truth it brought. When Tyler spots Saint across the street from the diner, he knows two things immediately: one, the man is hot, and secondly, he can’t stand him. But time and proximity have a way of wearing down even the most stubborn of us all, and Saint and Tyler are about to feel its effects.
The love story of Saint and Lucky is wonderfully laid out in Riley Hart’s Something About You. Coupling an experienced smooth talking Saint with the shy, scared and somewhat closeted Tyler was a bit of genius on the author’s part. Both men had an appeal, but, for me, it was Saint who really stole the show. I felt that the emphasis on both men’s lives and the crossroads they found themselves at was pretty evenly divided. While I sometimes found Tyler’s naivete and lack of sexual experience a bit uninteresting, I definitely keyed into the emotional turmoil Saint was experiencing. Not only was Saint’s story of having discovered his father had lied about there being no other living relatives interesting, but the idea that he was, in his own words, a “bit of a slut” and ran from emotional attachments, only to find himself really liking Tyler, made for an intense epiphany that nearly took poor Saint apart.
I felt the little twist around Tyler’s “secret” both sexy and sweet, primarily because of how Saint handled the reveal and made Tyler feel so very special after his confession. The two grandmothers, Helen and Alice, were incredibly sweet and funny, and even Tyler’s family was rather pleasant if not a bit cloying at times. Something About You is a journey of self-discovery for both men—one to understand his sexuality, the other to find that his sense of home was broader and yet simpler than he had ever imagined it to be. The novel had some beautifully intimate moments that allow the reader to really understand both main characters. Those looking to escape into a tender romance will delight in Something About You.
Reviewed by Sammy for The Novel Approach
Lucky Tyler Holloway lived a life in the shadow of his protective family. Still in his parents’ basement and working as the town handy man, with some construction work on the side, Tyler eschewed the common belief that he was a golden boy despite every one telling him so, that he was a good soul and his nature was to help others. He dated occasionally and even though everyone in town was sure he would one day marry his best friend, Tyler knew differently. A vacation trip to Mexico and a hot kiss with an even hotter man had confirmed what Tyler had known all along—he was different, definitely bisexual, and hiding one more secret that not even his best friend knew. But he had run away after that kiss, overwhelmed by its implications and unwilling to deal with the truth it brought. When Tyler spots Saint across the street from the diner, he knows two things immediately: one, the man is hot, and secondly, he can’t stand him. But time and proximity have a way of wearing down even the most stubborn of us all, and Saint and Tyler are about to feel its effects.
The love story of Saint and Lucky is wonderfully laid out in Riley Hart’s Something About You. Coupling an experienced smooth talking Saint with the shy, scared and somewhat closeted Tyler was a bit of genius on the author’s part. Both men had an appeal, but, for me, it was Saint who really stole the show. I felt that the emphasis on both men’s lives and the crossroads they found themselves at was pretty evenly divided. While I sometimes found Tyler’s naivete and lack of sexual experience a bit uninteresting, I definitely keyed into the emotional turmoil Saint was experiencing. Not only was Saint’s story of having discovered his father had lied about there being no other living relatives interesting, but the idea that he was, in his own words, a “bit of a slut” and ran from emotional attachments, only to find himself really liking Tyler, made for an intense epiphany that nearly took poor Saint apart.
I felt the little twist around Tyler’s “secret” both sexy and sweet, primarily because of how Saint handled the reveal and made Tyler feel so very special after his confession. The two grandmothers, Helen and Alice, were incredibly sweet and funny, and even Tyler’s family was rather pleasant if not a bit cloying at times. Something About You is a journey of self-discovery for both men—one to understand his sexuality, the other to find that his sense of home was broader and yet simpler than he had ever imagined it to be. The novel had some beautifully intimate moments that allow the reader to really understand both main characters. Those looking to escape into a tender romance will delight in Something About You.
Reviewed by Sammy for The Novel Approach
4.25 Stars / 5 Steam Fans
Wowzer does this story cover so many relevant topics!! Saint and Lucky are two people looking for something in life, love, family, and within themselves. Lucky contacts Saint about his long lost family member, Saint wants to discover more about his family but doesn't know if he wants to change his current lifestyle. The two of them find truths that they didn't want to believe and new connections that change their lives. There are so much LGBTQA+ topics and conversations within this story that I am so happy that I read this book, this month at this time. Beautiful, sexy, and heartfelt.
This specific video book review will be included in the June 2019 wrap-up.
For other video book reviews check out my YouTube Channel: Steph's Romance Book Talk.
Wowzer does this story cover so many relevant topics!! Saint and Lucky are two people looking for something in life, love, family, and within themselves. Lucky contacts Saint about his long lost family member, Saint wants to discover more about his family but doesn't know if he wants to change his current lifestyle. The two of them find truths that they didn't want to believe and new connections that change their lives. There are so much LGBTQA+ topics and conversations within this story that I am so happy that I read this book, this month at this time. Beautiful, sexy, and heartfelt.
This specific video book review will be included in the June 2019 wrap-up.
For other video book reviews check out my YouTube Channel: Steph's Romance Book Talk.
This is just a truly beautiful romance. There's little in the way of angst, it's gentle and perfect for a read when you just want to see love happening between two people who weren't expecting it.
It's not ordinary though, Riley's storytelling is too good for it to ever be that. There's a secret love element, there's an absolutely fabulous secret kink element that I'm not going to spoil but which is incredibly sexy and quite a turn on.
There's an accepting family and a best friend who gives the best advice and there's two men who are wonderful together when, on the face of it, they have nothing which should draw them together.
It's not quite a frenemies to lovers romance but there is an element of that as Lucky and Saint get off on the wrong foot at the start. But both men slowly reach out and the friendship turns into something deep and lasting.
I loved pretty much everything about this book. There's a couple of awesome Easter Egg appearances from some of Riley's other book couples and I loved that. I might have squealed just a bit when I realised who was in the diner and who the group of LA friends were :)
This is a book to be enjoyed as it really is just a gorgeous example of two people falling in love.
#ARC kindly provided by the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
It's not ordinary though, Riley's storytelling is too good for it to ever be that. There's a secret love element, there's an absolutely fabulous secret kink element that I'm not going to spoil but which is incredibly sexy and quite a turn on.
There's an accepting family and a best friend who gives the best advice and there's two men who are wonderful together when, on the face of it, they have nothing which should draw them together.
It's not quite a frenemies to lovers romance but there is an element of that as Lucky and Saint get off on the wrong foot at the start. But both men slowly reach out and the friendship turns into something deep and lasting.
I loved pretty much everything about this book. There's a couple of awesome Easter Egg appearances from some of Riley's other book couples and I loved that. I might have squealed just a bit when I realised who was in the diner and who the group of LA friends were :)
This is a book to be enjoyed as it really is just a gorgeous example of two people falling in love.
#ARC kindly provided by the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
It felt like I was dropped in a Nicholas Sparks movie. ;) (Minus the honey-dripping sweetness.)
Saint got an email from a guy named Tyler, stating that his grandmother is alive. After a month of hesitation Saint decided on a whim, he’s going to the little town where his father grew up. His parents died in a plane crash and he didn’t have any family left, or so he thought.
Upon arrival he meets the guy who sent him the email. Lucky and Saint had an instant dislike towards each other.
Lucky is a country boy through and through, he loves working with his hands, helping everyone in town; he’s the youngest of five and he was babied growing up, but everyone loves him, no wonder why Saint calls him „Golden Boy”.
Saint is an entitled, rich, cocky city boy. He was living THE life, had a nice job he loved, partying occasionally, having lots of sex; but deep down he knew something was missing. I felt he was a bit overconfident with the ’I suck cock like no other’ attitude. He did not win me over easily.
Despite their differences they found common ground. Lucky had secrets, and somehow he found the right person in Saint, that he can open up to. And Saint finally realized that he was lonely, and this country boy could be the answer he didn’t know he was looking for.
I have to congratulate the photographer and the cover designer. This cover is beautiful and perfectly reflects on the story and the characters.
Saint got an email from a guy named Tyler, stating that his grandmother is alive. After a month of hesitation Saint decided on a whim, he’s going to the little town where his father grew up. His parents died in a plane crash and he didn’t have any family left, or so he thought.
Upon arrival he meets the guy who sent him the email. Lucky and Saint had an instant dislike towards each other.
Lucky is a country boy through and through, he loves working with his hands, helping everyone in town; he’s the youngest of five and he was babied growing up, but everyone loves him, no wonder why Saint calls him „Golden Boy”.
Saint is an entitled, rich, cocky city boy. He was living THE life, had a nice job he loved, partying occasionally, having lots of sex; but deep down he knew something was missing. I felt he was a bit overconfident with the ’I suck cock like no other’ attitude. He did not win me over easily.
Despite their differences they found common ground. Lucky had secrets, and somehow he found the right person in Saint, that he can open up to. And Saint finally realized that he was lonely, and this country boy could be the answer he didn’t know he was looking for.
I have to congratulate the photographer and the cover designer. This cover is beautiful and perfectly reflects on the story and the characters.
As a freshly out queer person, in love with mm romance, I appreciate this book being the first I read that has lgbtqia culture in it. Most of my previous mm romances were (I realize) a mf romance rip off, but with a whole lot more dick in it lmao. It was a great time
Masterfully written and with great insight into the human psyche, Riley Hart delivers another compelling & immensely satisfying love story.
This is a wonderful take on opposites attract with an extraordinary emotional depth to the connection between the two MC's. Signature Riley Hart!
Tyler/Lucky and Saint are an amazing couple. They start out a bit rocky, with multiple misunderstandings and most of their early conversations are spent antagonizing the other or apologizing. However, they are drawn towards each other & thrown together enough for them to start seeing each other in a different way.
I especially love that in getting to know one another, they learn to see themselves in a new light as well. The significance of Tyler being "Lucky" for Saint is just one example of how the author tries to demonstrate that.
Ms. Hart excels at explaining complex or sensitive issues like gender identity or sexuality, educating her readers without coming across as preachy.
The tragic story within the story about the events that happened in the past to break up Saint's family just about broke my heart. Both Alice and Helen are truly remarkable characters, such strong and loving women.
I loved this book so much! I could go on for hours about it, but I don't want to take up anyone's time... it'd be better spent reading this captivating romance!
This is a wonderful take on opposites attract with an extraordinary emotional depth to the connection between the two MC's. Signature Riley Hart!
Tyler/Lucky and Saint are an amazing couple. They start out a bit rocky, with multiple misunderstandings and most of their early conversations are spent antagonizing the other or apologizing. However, they are drawn towards each other & thrown together enough for them to start seeing each other in a different way.
I especially love that in getting to know one another, they learn to see themselves in a new light as well. The significance of Tyler being "Lucky" for Saint is just one example of how the author tries to demonstrate that.
Ms. Hart excels at explaining complex or sensitive issues like gender identity or sexuality, educating her readers without coming across as preachy.
The tragic story within the story about the events that happened in the past to break up Saint's family just about broke my heart. Both Alice and Helen are truly remarkable characters, such strong and loving women.
I loved this book so much! I could go on for hours about it, but I don't want to take up anyone's time... it'd be better spent reading this captivating romance!