Both men were engaging, but I have to admit the pace in the first nearly half of the book was filled with so much information and minutiae that it felt plodding. Once both Joel and Finn came to some decisions and opened themselves to the possibility of more and moved toward that together things picked up pace.
The conflict between Finn and Joel was simple and simply resolved because there was another conflict that had the potential to be more volatile. While the reveal was predictable as well as the initial fall out, the resolution was very well done despite most of it being done off page. Overall it was satisfying and stayed low on the angst.
Joel and Finn worked together and were sweet, a little too much cheese and corniness sometimes, but sweet nevertheless. There were times I was worried the hesitance and insecurities were going to run away with things, but thankfully that wasn't the case. They were a good match and the supporting characters were all interesting and supportive in the best ways. I'm interested in each of the Men of Maine and will be back for more.
*$5.99 on Amazon
A secret desire
By day, Finn builds houses on the coastline of Maine. Afterhours, Finn dreams of the hot older guy who walks his chocolate lab on Goose Rocks Beach. The man of his dreams ticks all his boxes. Salt and pepper hair. Strong jawline. Blue eyes.
His dream man is perfect fantasy material. As for actually speaking to him?
As if. Their paths won’t ever cross, and the guy is probably straight.
A new chapter
Recently divorced Joel is finally living as a gay man, but he’s not sure he’s ready to jump into a relationship. That doesn’t stop him from noticing his new contractor’s muscular build, hewn from hard, physical work, or his storm-colored eyes. Or the way he wears his tool belt slung low on his hips. The icing on the cake? There’s more to Finn than good looks. Maybe he’s the perfect guy to share long walks on the beach and warm nights in front of a fire.
But it’s been twenty years since Joel was with a man. While he’s not forgotten how to flirt, he’s nervous about making a move.
Especially with Finn.
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