3 STARS
Cozy read with some fluffy goodness.
Brady, barista extraordinaire is raising his siblings after their parents are killed in an accident. Life is busy and filled with more responsibilities than the average young twenty-something. Free time--Ha. Extra money-Ha, ha. Though he never regrets his decisions, Brady's got more wishes than fishes.
Evren, the alluring nephew of a local shop owner, visits and during Knit Night Brady and he meet. While there's zings and interest, they're both busy guys and neither is looking for a quick fix. Both are dealing with their sense of being an outsider in different ways, learning that accepting help isn't a negation of their abilities or actions, and finding common ground and interests.
I have to say there were some interesting social issues addressed, albeit in a gentle manner. I also really liked the multicultural aspect to the story. How Evren's heritage and beliefs were introduced without being spectacle, as well as the cultural biases. There was more tension over the bisexuality and it hit the issue head on in addition to anal sex which is not the be all and end all of male-male sexual relations. I enjoyed the approach and execution.
That said, the guys have exterior issues that are dominant in their lives which overshadow them individually or as a pair. If you like the 'busy and making it work' couples' stories or family based stories then this is good. For me personally, I found the circumstances overpowering to the characters. Though I enjoyed it; it wasn't a homerun.
Overall, a romance that takes backseat to family.
3.5 stars
Brady, barista extraordinaire is raising his siblings after their parents are killed in an accident. Life is busy and filled with more responsibilities than the average young twenty-something. Free time--Ha. Extra money-Ha, ha. Though he never regrets his decisions, Brady's got more wishes than fishes.
Evren, the alluring nephew of a local shop owner, visits and during Knit Night Brady and he meet. While there's zings and interest, they're both busy guys and neither is looking for a quick fix. Both are dealing with their sense of being an outsider in different ways, learning that accepting help isn't a negation of their abilities or actions, and finding common ground and interests.
I have to say there were some interesting social issues addressed, albeit in a gentle manner. I also really liked the multicultural aspect to the story. How Evren's heritage and beliefs were introduced without being spectacle, as well as the cultural biases. There was more tension over the bisexuality and it hit the issue head on in addition to anal sex which is not the be all and end all of male-male sexual relations. I enjoyed the approach and execution.
That said, the guys have exterior issues that are dominant in their lives which overshadow them individually or as a pair. If you like the 'busy and making it work' couples' stories or family based stories then this is good. For me personally, I found the circumstances overpowering to the characters. Though I enjoyed it; it wasn't a homerun.
Overall, a romance that takes backseat to family.
3.5 stars
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