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A review by tankytoon
Beyond the Sea by Keira Andrews
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I was expecting some cheesy island sexcapade considering the cover of this book, but you know what they say about judging.
There's more depth to this story than two people bonding over their shared misery after a plane crash. Troy and Brian learned to lean on each other during these bleak days that seem to go on forever.
Like Brian, I was surprised how down to earth the popstar was, and how Troy rolled his sleeves up and got to work the first few days when Brian was suffering from a nasty concussion.
When they toiled side by side to build their shelter, it was adorable how they strived to make the best out of a shitty situation.
The usually reclusive Brian became drawn to Troy's optimism like a moth to a flame. Even though all hope seems lost of them being rescued, there's still a flicker that keeps them alive and trying.
Over the course of the months stranded at shore, Brian and Troy opened up to each other about their past, their fears and ongoing struggles. It was beautiful to see two men who are unlikely matched, to be so in tune to each other's needs.
I liked the slow burn pace of their burgeoning feelings for each other, and I also liked the Asian rep.
There's more depth to this story than two people bonding over their shared misery after a plane crash. Troy and Brian learned to lean on each other during these bleak days that seem to go on forever.
Like Brian, I was surprised how down to earth the popstar was, and how Troy rolled his sleeves up and got to work the first few days when Brian was suffering from a nasty concussion.
When they toiled side by side to build their shelter, it was adorable how they strived to make the best out of a shitty situation.
The usually reclusive Brian became drawn to Troy's optimism like a moth to a flame. Even though all hope seems lost of them being rescued, there's still a flicker that keeps them alive and trying.
Over the course of the months stranded at shore, Brian and Troy opened up to each other about their past, their fears and ongoing struggles. It was beautiful to see two men who are unlikely matched, to be so in tune to each other's needs.
I liked the slow burn pace of their burgeoning feelings for each other, and I also liked the Asian rep.
Beyond the Sea is more than a M/M romance, but also a story of survival and second chances.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Alcoholism, Injury/Injury detail, Panic attacks/disorders, Addiction, and Death
Minor: Vomit and Excrement