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valerieullmerauthor's review against another edition
4.0
While there were several subplots in the book left open, the book is a good read. When the book opens, you meet Avery, who is on his own for the first time in his twenty-six years. When he tries to cook dinner, his sweet potato sets off the fire alarm which brings the fire department to his door. The way the story develops feels natural, and the way Avery and Linc's relationship develops over time with the start of their friendship, which leads to something more, is wonderful. But there are several subplots including Linc's roommate's friend, Derek, his father, and the outcome of Avery's Uncle Theo's business that are left hanging with no true resolution. Also, the decision for Avery and Linc to move to Atlanta, when the book is obviously set in Seacroft, left me confused. The relationship is great, but the filler is a bit unnecessary. Other than that, a good read with wonderfully unique characters!
vicki_williams's review against another edition
4.0
Slow burn friends to lovers
This is a sweet read with complex characters who are dealing with issues from the past.
Avery sees himself as the resident weirdo who has a constant battle to be taken seriously. The whole town knows his history and his sexuality. His parents kicked him out when he came out and his Aunt and Uncle took him in.
All he’s ever wanted was someone to be proud to be seen with him in public.
Lincoln is a closeted local firefighter with secrets. His father is released from prison after serving time for beating up Linc’s boyfriend 8 years ago.Linc was present at the assault and ran, and kept running. He meets Avery at a false alarm fire call and they form a friendship. They both play an online game and Avery isn’t aware that Linc is the player that he games with.
When there’s a possibility that Avery is going to leave town Lincoln realises he needs to step up and admit his truth.
This is a sweet read with complex characters who are dealing with issues from the past.
Avery sees himself as the resident weirdo who has a constant battle to be taken seriously. The whole town knows his history and his sexuality. His parents kicked him out when he came out and his Aunt and Uncle took him in.
All he’s ever wanted was someone to be proud to be seen with him in public.
Lincoln is a closeted local firefighter with secrets. His father is released from prison after serving time for beating up Linc’s boyfriend 8 years ago.Linc was present at the assault and ran, and kept running. He meets Avery at a false alarm fire call and they form a friendship. They both play an online game and Avery isn’t aware that Linc is the player that he games with.
When there’s a possibility that Avery is going to leave town Lincoln realises he needs to step up and admit his truth.
toshi21's review against another edition
This is the third book in the Seacroft series and you do not need to read the other two to fully understand the story.
Characters from the previous books make tiny tiny cameos.
Avery is a sweet adorable accountant who wants to make everyone happy. He accidentally sets fire to his microwave and is rescued by Linc (Vasquez but that’s not the story Avery goes with LOL)
Linc himself is not out to the community and tries to deny his feelings for Avery because of his past experiences.
The story between Avery and Linc is a slow build up to sweet heat that leaves you glued to the screen.
The misunderstandings throughout the book were organic and you wanted to shake Linc for his stubbornness
If you like firefighters, a slow burn of friends to lovers and small town quirkiness, try this one out
I received an ARC for my honest review and opinion.
Characters from the previous books make tiny tiny cameos.
Avery is a sweet adorable accountant who wants to make everyone happy. He accidentally sets fire to his microwave and is rescued by Linc (Vasquez but that’s not the story Avery goes with LOL)
Linc himself is not out to the community and tries to deny his feelings for Avery because of his past experiences.
The story between Avery and Linc is a slow build up to sweet heat that leaves you glued to the screen.
The misunderstandings throughout the book were organic and you wanted to shake Linc for his stubbornness
If you like firefighters, a slow burn of friends to lovers and small town quirkiness, try this one out
I received an ARC for my honest review and opinion.
cutdeeptalkshit's review
5.0
Seacroft is my favorite place to go. I utterly adore everything about it.
Hot Potato is the last book in the Seacroft Series—for now.
And, as far as finals go, Hot Potato was a strong finish.
The first time I met Avery in Cold Pressed, book #2 in the Seacroft Series, I was curious about him. He was awkward and shy but sweet and so eager to make a friend, it seemed. Now, I understand why. In Seacroft, he was the weirdo, the gay kid smuggled in by darkness because his parents couldn't accept he was gay. Thankfully, his aunt and uncle did. They loved him unconditionally and helped him move pass his past as best as could be expected.
Avery was doing alright. Then he set a sweet potato—or to be exact a yam—on fire.
Lincoln is a sexy firefighter who just moved to Seacroft. He's got secrets and plans to keep them. But Avery with his red hair and equally as colorful blush throw Lincoln for a loop.
Soon, the pair are friends, dancing around the attraction both of them feel.
Avery thinks Lincoln is straight. Lincoln is not. He is deep enough in the closet to hang out with Ann, Martin, Rose and Petter in Narnia though. But, one kiss is all it takes to light a whole new fire.
Before long, Lincoln wants to do better, be better for Avery. Avery just wants to be loved and accepted.
It's never really that simple though. The pair are thrown a couple hard balls—hehe—but catch easily enough. In the end, their growth as people and a couple makes Hot Potato my favorite book of the Seacroft Series yet.
And, if you're a pervert like me, the sex was phenomenal.
Hot Potato is the last book in the Seacroft Series—for now.
And, as far as finals go, Hot Potato was a strong finish.
The first time I met Avery in Cold Pressed, book #2 in the Seacroft Series, I was curious about him. He was awkward and shy but sweet and so eager to make a friend, it seemed. Now, I understand why. In Seacroft, he was the weirdo, the gay kid smuggled in by darkness because his parents couldn't accept he was gay. Thankfully, his aunt and uncle did. They loved him unconditionally and helped him move pass his past as best as could be expected.
Avery was doing alright. Then he set a sweet potato—or to be exact a yam—on fire.
Lincoln is a sexy firefighter who just moved to Seacroft. He's got secrets and plans to keep them. But Avery with his red hair and equally as colorful blush throw Lincoln for a loop.
Soon, the pair are friends, dancing around the attraction both of them feel.
Avery thinks Lincoln is straight. Lincoln is not. He is deep enough in the closet to hang out with Ann, Martin, Rose and Petter in Narnia though. But, one kiss is all it takes to light a whole new fire.
Before long, Lincoln wants to do better, be better for Avery. Avery just wants to be loved and accepted.
It's never really that simple though. The pair are thrown a couple hard balls—hehe—but catch easily enough. In the end, their growth as people and a couple makes Hot Potato my favorite book of the Seacroft Series yet.
And, if you're a pervert like me, the sex was phenomenal.
xanthe87's review against another edition
4.0
I've been eagerly awaiting Avery's story since his part in Seacroft #2. He's adorable and endearing in his accident-proneness and outlook on life. He's had to fight to be where he is today but still feels that he doesn't match up to what he should be. Lincoln is a firefighter and meets Avery when they're called to a house fire from an overdone sweet potato in a microwave. Lincoln is running from a past that is catching up to him with family trouble bubbling up into his new life in Seacroft. Even more unexpected is his attraction and need for Avery and as someone who isn't out, it creates turmoil for him as to what to do going forward in his new friendship with Avery.
The budding friendship and romance between Avery and Lincoln is hit and miss at times with huge nerves on both men's parts, for different reasons but each one is endearing in their own way. I loved the interaction between the MC's but also with the friends/family that they have. Avery's aunt and uncle are hugely important to him and Lincoln has his budding friendships with the crew at the firehouse. My heart went out to Avery with his past, how he has survived to the current day and also for a couple of events that happen through the story. There's a big learning story about communication and how important it is!
I really enjoyed this addition to the Seacroft series and highly recommend reading Avery and Lincoln's story.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
The budding friendship and romance between Avery and Lincoln is hit and miss at times with huge nerves on both men's parts, for different reasons but each one is endearing in their own way. I loved the interaction between the MC's but also with the friends/family that they have. Avery's aunt and uncle are hugely important to him and Lincoln has his budding friendships with the crew at the firehouse. My heart went out to Avery with his past, how he has survived to the current day and also for a couple of events that happen through the story. There's a big learning story about communication and how important it is!
I really enjoyed this addition to the Seacroft series and highly recommend reading Avery and Lincoln's story.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
vicki_williams's review
4.0
Slow burn friends to lovers
This is a sweet read with complex characters who are dealing with issues from the past.
Avery sees himself as the resident weirdo who has a constant battle to be taken seriously. The whole town knows his history and his sexuality. His parents kicked him out when he came out and his Aunt and Uncle took him in.
All he’s ever wanted was someone to be proud to be seen with him in public.
Lincoln is a closeted local firefighter with secrets. His father is released from prison after serving time for beating up Linc’s boyfriend 8 years ago.Linc was present at the assault and ran, and kept running. He meets Avery at a false alarm fire call and they form a friendship. They both play an online game and Avery isn’t aware that Linc is the player that he games with.
When there’s a possibility that Avery is going to leave town Lincoln realises he needs to step up and admit his truth.
This is a sweet read with complex characters who are dealing with issues from the past.
Avery sees himself as the resident weirdo who has a constant battle to be taken seriously. The whole town knows his history and his sexuality. His parents kicked him out when he came out and his Aunt and Uncle took him in.
All he’s ever wanted was someone to be proud to be seen with him in public.
Lincoln is a closeted local firefighter with secrets. His father is released from prison after serving time for beating up Linc’s boyfriend 8 years ago.Linc was present at the assault and ran, and kept running. He meets Avery at a false alarm fire call and they form a friendship. They both play an online game and Avery isn’t aware that Linc is the player that he games with.
When there’s a possibility that Avery is going to leave town Lincoln realises he needs to step up and admit his truth.
honeypossum_reads's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
broomesbooks's review against another edition
3.0
Avery is an odd duck in the small town of Seacroft. He doesn’t hide who he is, what he’s passionate about or his sexuality, but he’s still shy and a bit awkward. Lincoln, a firefighter, lives a life full of secrets. A sweet potato dinner gone wrong brings Avery and Lincoln together. They can’t seem to stay away from each other, and attraction develops between them.
Avery was my absolute favorite. He’s a genuine ginger. Red hair, pale skin, freckles and to top it all off he is a bit clumsy. He’s a sweetheart and at time I just wanted to wrap him up in a huge hug to make everything better. Lincoln wants to take care of Avery, he wants to take care of his family.
The chemistry between Avery and Lincoln is obvious from their first meeting. It was fun seeing them connect despite the very obvious differences between them. Avery was out, Lincoln was not. I think seeing one of Lincoln’s co-workers be out, that it made things easier for Lincoln to come out.
There were bumps along the way in their relationship. Moments Avery doubted Lincoln’s sincerity, and Lincoln being scared. But they found a way through these moments.
This was a fun read and it makes me want to go read the other books (Yes, I read this series completely out of order!)
Avery was my absolute favorite. He’s a genuine ginger. Red hair, pale skin, freckles and to top it all off he is a bit clumsy. He’s a sweetheart and at time I just wanted to wrap him up in a huge hug to make everything better. Lincoln wants to take care of Avery, he wants to take care of his family.
The chemistry between Avery and Lincoln is obvious from their first meeting. It was fun seeing them connect despite the very obvious differences between them. Avery was out, Lincoln was not. I think seeing one of Lincoln’s co-workers be out, that it made things easier for Lincoln to come out.
There were bumps along the way in their relationship. Moments Avery doubted Lincoln’s sincerity, and Lincoln being scared. But they found a way through these moments.
This was a fun read and it makes me want to go read the other books (Yes, I read this series completely out of order!)