Title: The Temptation Within Series: The Unscripted Series, # 2 Author: Chad Lane Genre: Contemporary Length: Novella (79 pages) Publisher: Chad Lane (May 6th 2015) Heat Level: Explicit Heart Rating: ♥♥♥ 3 Hearts
Blurb: When spoiled, arrogant Gabe Dotson signed on as the lead in a gay film, he had no idea he’d be confronting his own demons. While he’s finally come to respect his co-star Tony, he continues to worry about his family’s reaction. But his hopes that they never find out crumble when unexpected media buzz develops. Now, with the final sex scene approaching, Gabe is forced to face both his feelings for Tony and the overwhelming shame he’s felt since childhood.
Adult film star Tony Ayotte has all his hopes and dreams riding on the success of this movie. It’s his big chance to put porn in his past and make it as a real actor. With the emotional trauma of the last few weeks behind them, Tony has truly come to care for his co-star. But with Gabe unable to acknowledge what’s happening between them, Tony is starting to wonder if he will ever come to terms with it. With so much on the line though, Tony refuses to let Gabe’s fears stand in his way.
Things only get hotter as the film wraps up, but can their shaky relationship endure when their deepest, darkest secrets are revealed?
Review: Even though Tony and Gabe still have issues with each other, Tony is determined to fulfill his dream. Things heat up between these two after the movie wraps up. I felt sorry for Gabe and completely understood his worries. But, he’s an adult and shouldn’t worry about what others think.
Loved both characters. They each had their own issues they were struggling with throughout. I think if they had just talked to each other from the start maybe things would have went smoother for them.
Good read.
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Title: The Fear Within: Gay for You Romance Series: The Unscripted Series, # 1 Author: Chad Lane Genre: Contemporary Length: Novella (85 pages) Listed as 314 pages on Goodreads and Amazon Publisher: Chad Lane (March 30th 2015) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥ 3 Hearts Blurb: Spoiled rich-kid Gabe Dotson’s big break as an actor comes with a catch: the movie is a love story between two men…and he’s straight. He thinks he can handle it, until he realizes he has to get down and dirty on set. Gabe’s scared of what his conservative family will think, but walking away means admitting he’s failed as an actor.
Yet what scares him the most are the feelings he’s starting to have around his blond, muscular co-star…feelings that are stirring up painful memories from his past.
When ex-football star Tony Ayotte moved to Hollywood he wasn’t planning on becoming a gay porn star, but that’s where he ended up. Since then, he’s earned his reputation, but he’s never let go of his dream: to star in a legitimate film. When the chance finally comes along, he’s thrilled that fortune is smiling on him at last.
Unfortunately, he and his co-star come from different worlds. Gabe is as stuck-up as he is classically handsome, and Tony can’t resist trying to get a rise out of him.
With so much animosity between them, a true connection seems nearly impossible. And when things begin to heat up on set, Tony wonders if Gabe’s disgust is masking his real feelings.
Soon they’re confronting deeper fears that could leave them both spiraling out of control…
Review: You have two people who are opposites. One, Tony, is a gay porn star wanting something better for himself. The other is Gabe. A stuck up rich kid who is straight. They both are given roles in a movie together that require intimacy. I honestly didn’t think these two would be able to work together because of the animosity between them after they meet. But as the story progressed Gabe’s feelings start to change.
Tony’s character struck me as the type who liked to antagonize Gabe just to see how he would react. But they are both very passionate. I was glad that Tony got his chance to star in a movie rather than doing porn.
I liked the way that both characters are dealing with past issues throughout. This story will continue in the next book.
Good read.
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Title: Only For You Bundle (Gay For You Romance) Author: Chad Lane Genre: Contemporary Length: Anthology (118 pages) Publisher: Chad Lane (March 11th, 2014) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥3.5 nearly 4Hearts Blurb: Book 1 – When genius college student David and jock ex-rugby player Matt are put together as college roommates, they’re both in for an education that will change their lives. David’s sheltered upbringing has left him socially awkward, a 80s fashion sense and a stick-thin physique. Matt decides to look out for the daydreaming student and teaches about some of the things he has missed out on. They quickly become best friends.
However, David’s feelings for Matt grow deeper than just friendship. After an awkward encounter with a girl Matt sets him up with, David knows he only wants one thing.
But will David convince Matt to succumb to their desires? Or will it all end in disaster?
Book 2 – David, the geeky genius, and Matt, the jock, are happy and experiencing real love for the first time. In the height of their “honeymoon stage,” however, Christmas break sneaks up and they have to go their separate ways for a month.
Both struggle with being apart for the first time in months, while also dealing with parents who want to know about girlfriends and their futures.
David’s family is more accepting so he comes out to them. But Matt’s family is more traditional and very conservative so his month long break gives him some moral doubts. When they come back to campus this divide begins to tear at the relationship.
And when David gets involved with the LGBT group on campus and attracts the attention of an it’s gorgeous leader, Joshua, the relationship begins to strain.
Despite the bond they have built, Matt’s reluctance to be open with their relationship is driving them apart. When Matt’s parents visit and set him up with a family friend’s daughter, Matt is forced to make a decision. Under all the stress of his sexuality, he kisses the girl at the end of the night but realizes its David he really wants. But David is already at the January Prom with Joshua…
Book 3 – Matt has finally told his Dad about David and is dealing with his families anger and disappointment in him. He knew they wouldn’t be as accepting as David’s. But when Matt’s father cuts him off from the family business, he is devastated.
In the meantime, the two boys work on being more open with their relationship in public – it’s a struggle, but they both try to overcome their fears together.
Matt hasn’t spoken to his parents since the confession, but one day he gets a call from his mother inviting the two boys to come spend a weekend at their family home. This weekend will test their relationship to the absolute limits. But that doesn’t mean they can’t have some fun, especially when a game of tennis turns very sexual.
Will Matt’s parents accept their son for who he is?
Will their relationship last the weekend?
Will Matt show David his favorite make-out location? Product Link: http://www.amazon.com/Only-For-You-Bundle-Romance-ebook/dp/B00IY1O7GA
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00IY1O7GA Reviewer: Harper Review: I enjoyed this bundle, much like I enjoyed other bundles by this author. However, I have a few points to make…
In the very beginning of the book, the author has some editing issues with regard to the names of characters, which caused me to have to reread parts numerous times. But, thankfully, it was only for the first few pages and after that, the name issue was no longer. Much like the author’s other bundle, these are not 3 novel length books, more 3 short novellas which put together still equated to a shorter book. I managed to read the entire bundle in the space of 3 hours.
Although I like the book, I did at times find the story to be too syrupy sweet. The reactions of their peers for example was just a little too good to be true. Sadly, it’s not realistic to say everyone was ecstatic that the king of the studs had discovered he’s gay.
Despite my points above, I did enjoy the bundle and will actively look to read another book by this author.
If you are a fan of sweet GFU love stories, then I’d highly recommend this book and this author to you.
Title: The Temptation Within
Title: The Fear Within: Gay for You Romance