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The Pool Boy

Nikki Sloane

3.62 AVERAGE

poupimali's review against another edition

4.0

funny lighthearted fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I devoured this audiobook. Narrated in dual by Tara Langella & Tim Paige.

Erika is a music industry powerhouse, recently divorced, rediscovering herself.
Troy is the son of her best friend with a hidden talent—and an even bigger crush.
Their journey is a story about taking risks, following your dreams, and finding love where you least expect it.

Tropes & Themes:
✔️ Reverse Age Gap
✔️ Best Friend’s Son
✔️ He Falls First
✔️ Forbidden but Irresistible
✔️ Passion & Rediscovery

I was so invested in how things would play out, and the slow build of tension made the payoff so satisfying.
And yes the steam is real…
If you love age-gap romances with swoony, obsessed heroes and strong heroines reclaiming their power, this is a must-read.

Content Warnings

wandersbetweenpages's review against another edition

3.75

inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

mdragoo's review against another edition

3.0

3.5/5⭐️
4/5

picklechic's review against another edition

3.0

3.5-3.75 stars. I enjoyed this book for the most part. The Pool Boy is a the second book in the Nashville Neighborhood series. I enjoyed this book a little more than the first book in the series as I felt it had a little more depth. This is Troy and Erika's book. Erika is a 42 year old recently divorced woman with a revenge bod and a new pair of tatas. Troy is the 24 year old son of her best friend who cleans her pool. One day, Erika is sunbathing by the pool topless when Troy shows up to clean the pool. She has never thought of him as a man or in a sexual way before but he has definitely been fantasizing about her. Their encounter is awkward, but it obviously affects Troy and that turns Erika on, as she's had a long dry spell. The two begin a sexual relationship which leads to more. Throw into the situation, Erika is a former singer who never made it big and who now works for a music producer. Troy fills in for his friend's band one night and Erika is shocked to find out that he is really talented, charismatic singer. Erika helps him see that he could have a big career in the music industry and that she can help him make it big. They fall for each other along the way.

This was an easy, sexy read. It had some emotions, but not a ton. I enjoyed the story, though. Erika and Troy were hot together. I didn't feel like the age difference was that bad. Troy was 24, which is not a kid. Erika does call him a boy a few times, which I didn't really like and felt like a ploy to play up the age difference. But, mainly, they seemed pretty close in maturity level. Troy could still be dominant with her and she did not treat him like a boy toy. Erika was okay, but didn't have much depth. The ending was a little less firm of an HFN. I am not sure I see this couple lasting long term, but they're enjoying each other for now.

Overall, this was an entertaining, easy read. Sexy, light and enjoyable. I look forward to more from Ms. Sloane in the future!

*arc provided in exchange for an honest review*