A review by sammy_lou
Balanced and Tied by Mary Calmes

5.0

I was so excited about this book that I stayed up late to read it. I loved Eli in the previous books, and I'm so glad that he has a story of his own. We do see Ian & Miro, they are as in love as always. Eli's leading man is Celso, he is a ballet dancer and fabulous!

Eli and Cel meet at a party, and we get to see this in flashbacks. We see these used beautifully here, and they help us to understand their relationship. They have a similar relationship as Ian & Miro had as best friends. Eli is clueless as to his feelings for Cel, but luckily those around him help him to open his eyes. I loved his discussion with Ian, and I was so proud of him. Ian has come a long way thanks to Miro.

I fell in love with Cel, he is beautiful inside and out. He has been a professional dancer since a young age, and it was all he knew. It wasn't until Eli's came along that it changed. He brought Cel into his world and gave him friends and love.

I adored their relationship, but it was so much better when they got together. They were so hot, and sexy as hell in bed together. They just click in every day and are made for each other. I was so happy to see people's reactions to them dating, especially his mum. People's reactions made me laugh, too.

There is a bit of mystery mixed in as always. This time it's in the form of a shooting at the ballet company, Cel works for. The case isn't the main focus, it's Eli and Cel's relationship. The mystery is just an added bonus.

I am in love with this series and just can't get enough! This was a great edition and I hope we get more in this series. I also get so happy when Sam Kage appears, he makes my day!