A review by vicki_williams
Virgin Skin by K.M. Neuhold

relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

This latest offering in the Ink Slingers series tells the story of Piston and Milo. These two wonderful men manage to fulfil some of my of my favourite tropes as they sneak their way to an HEA. Their forbidden romance also manages to include a few extra tropes - age gap, roommates to lovers, first time, best friends son and to top it all off there’s a couple of days of forced proximity to add into the mix. Milo pin balls between hyperfocus to scattered thoughts and everything in between. He’s an absolute dimpled delight and circumstances soon have him in the same orbit as Piston and an evening of rather chaste activities ensues. The next day at work Piston discovers the connection between him, his best friend and Milo. So begins a very challenging romance between them as the caretaker side of Piston activates even though he struggles with hiding from everyone what’s happening with Milo. They really can’t keep their distance (as much as Piston really wants to) and soon enough they begin to explore the sizzling chemistry between them. 

This very enjoyable and engaging read does have a splash of angst in regard to the perceived forbidden nature of the relationship, there’s plenty of steam/sweet, a lot that made me smile and an HEA that left me heart happy. Of course the men of Ink Slingers are included and I’m looking forward to the next Ink Slinger (there’s a not so subtle hint) having their story told.