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Faking It by Riley Hart, Devon McCormack
3.0
3.5 Stars
I really didn't know what to expect with this due to all the varying reviews, but what I got, I quite enjoyed.
This was a marked difference from [b:Weight of the World|31701675|Weight of the World|Riley Hart|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1472500671s/31701675.jpg|52382963], the last book I read from Hart and McCormack, and for me this was a refreshing change of pace from their usually heavy handed fare.
So, this starts off pretty quickly setting up a fake boyfriend scenario. Acquaintances, Gary and Travis, somehow find themselves boyfriends, each having their own reasons to carry on the charade. Gary, having just had a terrible breakup with a cheating boyfriend, wants to portray himself as having moved on and what better person to be his rebound guy but gorgeous man whore, Travis? Gary knows in reality he could never score such a catch, but why not have some sexy fun in the meantime, right?
Travis in turn, is desperately trying to get financing to open his own massage business, but it seems his potential investor wants to see if he’s a reliable, sure thing. What better way to show responsibility, caring, and maturity than being in a stable committed relationship? What Travis doesn’t bargain for is that the shy insecure Gary is hiding a wildcat underneath his timid facade.
Of course, as all fake relationships go, the no frills sex is hella hot because having some fun when no promises are made and no games are needed to be played totally takes the pressure off. Feelings are desperately fought on both sides, but as familiarity and increased intimacy develop, it gets harder and harder to keep those lines drawn sharply. Duh.
This is not all light fluff and fun, as both Gary and Travis have plenty of personal issues to work through, all of which play a number on their own thoughts towards relationships and love. However, they both of course, come to realize that together they’re more than apart, and love is a risk but a damn good one.
So yes, overall I really enjoyed this light hearted look at a condominium that is gay and gay friendly. It’s rife with just enough titillating gossip and drama to keep things interesting, and I definitely look forward to seeing the other supporting characters get their own happy ending!
I really didn't know what to expect with this due to all the varying reviews, but what I got, I quite enjoyed.
This was a marked difference from [b:Weight of the World|31701675|Weight of the World|Riley Hart|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1472500671s/31701675.jpg|52382963], the last book I read from Hart and McCormack, and for me this was a refreshing change of pace from their usually heavy handed fare.
So, this starts off pretty quickly setting up a fake boyfriend scenario. Acquaintances, Gary and Travis, somehow find themselves boyfriends, each having their own reasons to carry on the charade. Gary, having just had a terrible breakup with a cheating boyfriend, wants to portray himself as having moved on and what better person to be his rebound guy but gorgeous man whore, Travis? Gary knows in reality he could never score such a catch, but why not have some sexy fun in the meantime, right?
Travis in turn, is desperately trying to get financing to open his own massage business, but it seems his potential investor wants to see if he’s a reliable, sure thing. What better way to show responsibility, caring, and maturity than being in a stable committed relationship? What Travis doesn’t bargain for is that the shy insecure Gary is hiding a wildcat underneath his timid facade.
Of course, as all fake relationships go, the no frills sex is hella hot because having some fun when no promises are made and no games are needed to be played totally takes the pressure off. Feelings are desperately fought on both sides, but as familiarity and increased intimacy develop, it gets harder and harder to keep those lines drawn sharply. Duh.
This is not all light fluff and fun, as both Gary and Travis have plenty of personal issues to work through, all of which play a number on their own thoughts towards relationships and love. However, they both of course, come to realize that together they’re more than apart, and love is a risk but a damn good one.
So yes, overall I really enjoyed this light hearted look at a condominium that is gay and gay friendly. It’s rife with just enough titillating gossip and drama to keep things interesting, and I definitely look forward to seeing the other supporting characters get their own happy ending!