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Honeymoon for One
The wedding is off, but the love story is just beginning.
Betrayed the night before his wedding by the supposed boy of his dreams, Ethan Robinson escapes the devastating fallout by going on his honeymoon alone to the other side of the world. Hard of hearing and still struggling with the repercussions of being late-deafened, traveling by himself leaves him feeling painfully isolated with his raw, broken heart.
Clay Kelly never expected to be starting life over in his forties. He got hitched young, but now his wife has divorced him and remarried, his kids are grown, and he’s left his rural Outback town. In a new career driving a tour bus on Australia’s East Coast, Clay reckons he's happy enough. He enjoys his cricket, a few beers, and a quiet life. If he's a bit lonely, it's not the end of the world.
Clay befriends Ethan, hoping he can cheer up the sad-eyed young man, and a crush on an unattainable straight guy is exactly the safe distraction Ethan needs. Yet as the days pass and their connection grows, long-repressed desires surface in Clay, and they are shocked to discover romance sparking. Clay is the sexy, rugged man of Ethan’s dreams, and as the clock counts down on their time together, neither wants this honeymoon to end.
Honeymoon for One is a gay romance by Keira Andrews featuring a May-December age difference, a slow burn of newfound friends to lovers, first-time m/m sex, and of course a happy ending.
Betrayed the night before his wedding by the supposed boy of his dreams, Ethan Robinson escapes the devastating fallout by going on his honeymoon alone to the other side of the world. Hard of hearing and still struggling with the repercussions of being late-deafened, traveling by himself leaves him feeling painfully isolated with his raw, broken heart.
Clay Kelly never expected to be starting life over in his forties. He got hitched young, but now his wife has divorced him and remarried, his kids are grown, and he’s left his rural Outback town. In a new career driving a tour bus on Australia’s East Coast, Clay reckons he's happy enough. He enjoys his cricket, a few beers, and a quiet life. If he's a bit lonely, it's not the end of the world.
Clay befriends Ethan, hoping he can cheer up the sad-eyed young man, and a crush on an unattainable straight guy is exactly the safe distraction Ethan needs. Yet as the days pass and their connection grows, long-repressed desires surface in Clay, and they are shocked to discover romance sparking. Clay is the sexy, rugged man of Ethan’s dreams, and as the clock counts down on their time together, neither wants this honeymoon to end.
Honeymoon for One is a gay romance by Keira Andrews featuring a May-December age difference, a slow burn of newfound friends to lovers, first-time m/m sex, and of course a happy ending.
286 pages, ebook
First published September 27, 2018
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Keira Andrews
64 books2,899 followersKeira aims for the perfect mix of character, plot, and heat in her M/M romances. She writes everything from swashbuckling pirates to heartwarming holiday escapism. Her fave tropes are enemies to lovers, age gaps, forced proximity, and passionate virgins. Although she loves delicious angst along the way, Keira guarantees happy endings!
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July 9, 2024
I loved Honeymoon for One. Keira Andrews gets another book exactly right.
My romance tastes have become more and more defined and refined over the years, and I have specific types of things that I love to read about. If I had to describe a checklist of my likes, this book would be like check, check, check!
We get an MC that is hard of hearing. I love MCs that have overcome obstacles or are living with obstacles, and I haven't had many reads with deaf or mostly deaf MCs. I loved, loved, loved reading about Ethan, and thought that Keira Andrews portrayed him perfectly. I felt his pain at his betrayal, his hurt and humiliation with how people reacted to his hearing difficulties, and his hope of finding true love. I loved Ethan, plus he is half Jewish (score!).
We get a sexuality discovery story. Okay, this one is my true love in M/M. I love an MC that comes to terms with their sexuality for the first time, or rediscovers something about themselves that they have denied for so long. I love that spark, that uncertainty, the bravery... I just enjoy these types of stories. I love the way Keira Andrews portrayed Clay's sexuality, and I loved his probable demisexuality to boot. It was simply lovely.
We get an age gap. I can't help loving an age gap, and though I feel like age gap stories are trendy now, I just love a May/December romance. I can't help it. The age gap here felt very manageable even for those of my fellow readers who are squeamish about age gaps. It was just another layer of yes! for me.
We get a slow burn. Slow burn romances are my jam, and I was jamming with this one. I like the author to torture me with sexual tension, and I prefer no sex until after the 50% mark, and I was really pleased at how Keira Andrews made me wait. I felt the heat and romance and the desperation, and I was LOVING IT.
Honestly, this is one of the most satisfying M/Ms I've read in a long time. Keira Andrews does contemporary romance at a level that few others can meet, and her books are just my style. A must buy.
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My romance tastes have become more and more defined and refined over the years, and I have specific types of things that I love to read about. If I had to describe a checklist of my likes, this book would be like check, check, check!
We get an MC that is hard of hearing. I love MCs that have overcome obstacles or are living with obstacles, and I haven't had many reads with deaf or mostly deaf MCs. I loved, loved, loved reading about Ethan, and thought that Keira Andrews portrayed him perfectly. I felt his pain at his betrayal, his hurt and humiliation with how people reacted to his hearing difficulties, and his hope of finding true love. I loved Ethan, plus he is half Jewish (score!).
We get a sexuality discovery story. Okay, this one is my true love in M/M. I love an MC that comes to terms with their sexuality for the first time, or rediscovers something about themselves that they have denied for so long. I love that spark, that uncertainty, the bravery... I just enjoy these types of stories. I love the way Keira Andrews portrayed Clay's sexuality, and I loved his probable demisexuality to boot. It was simply lovely.
We get an age gap. I can't help loving an age gap, and though I feel like age gap stories are trendy now, I just love a May/December romance. I can't help it. The age gap here felt very manageable even for those of my fellow readers who are squeamish about age gaps. It was just another layer of yes! for me.
We get a slow burn. Slow burn romances are my jam, and I was jamming with this one. I like the author to torture me with sexual tension, and I prefer no sex until after the 50% mark, and I was really pleased at how Keira Andrews made me wait. I felt the heat and romance and the desperation, and I was LOVING IT.
Honestly, this is one of the most satisfying M/Ms I've read in a long time. Keira Andrews does contemporary romance at a level that few others can meet, and her books are just my style. A must buy.
*Copy provided in exchange for an honest review*
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September 17, 2018
Ethan lost his parents, his hearing, and his social identity all in the course of a few years. But he still had his boyfriend and his best friend. Michael and Todd were incredibly supportive as Ethan struggled with crippling depression.
The night before his wedding to Michael, Ethan is filled with nervous anticipation—a little doubt, but mostly joy. He rushes home to see his groom-to-be, only to be confronted by Michael's betrayal.
Ethan had my heart from page one. He was so gentle and vulnerable, too good for Michael and his cheating ways. Ethan wanted to marry the boy of his dreams, but the solo honeymoon to Australia would have to come before the wedding.
Clay is divorced and uninterested in dating. He actively resists his daughter's attempts at getting him to meet women through a dating app. Clay worked in the mines, a man's world, but quit following his divorce and now works as a tour guide, showing seniors the beauty of Australia. Clay notices Ethan, because Ethan is the youngest member of Clay's current tour group and the only one who's alone.
Ethan falls for Clay's Crocodile Dundee charm, his rugged looks, and his kindness. Clay just wants to help Ethan. He never shames Ethan when Ethan asks him to repeat something he said. He reminds others not to mumble and prints off notes so Ethan can read along with the tour. He goes with Ethan to buy a hat and tracks down extra hearing aid batteries.
Everything about Clay and Ethan's relationship rang true. The romance begins with friendship, but the scorching sexual tension is not far behind.
Clay is sixteen years older than Ethan and has never considered that he might not be straight. But Ethan is patient and doesn't push. The age gap matters naught when you stay up drinking beer and passing a note pad back and forth.
While the story is entirely relationship focused, the Australian setting comes alive. I dare you to watch this Quantas commercial and not get a little misty-eyed.
The chapters alternate between Clay and Ethan's POV, and the men's voices are distinct. Clay uses old-school Australian phrases, and his thought patterns differ from Ethan's. The author really paid attention to the details (when Ethan describes what Clay is wearing, he uses the word "tank top," but Clay refers to it as a "singlet"). Indeed, all the Australian characters sounded, well, Australian, not like glorified Americans.
(Disclaimer: I am not an expert as I am not Australian. I've never visited the land Down Under. But my colleague and good friend is from Australia, and I talk to her nearly every day. I am proud to say that after a year, I finally understand nearly everything she says.)
This story is perfect on so many levels: Clay's sexual awakening; the hot but ever-so-tender sex once the men get together; the complex secondary characters, particularly Clay's daughter Sam and his dog Gilly; the way Clay looks out for Ethan always; and the way Ethan is willing to risk everything to be with Clay.
The angst, once it arrives, doesn't linger. Clay acknowledges his fear and insecurity and comes to terms with his feelings. When Clay tells Ethan about his childhood and the homophobia he witnessed, it makes sense that he denied his sexual self for so long.
I really loved that while Ethan is hard of hearing, and the book doesn't sugarcoat the challenges he faces daily, Ethan's disability isn't the main focus of the story. Keira Andrews got everything right regarding the way Ethan dealt with life as a hard-of-hearing person. I say this with conviction because I am one, even though my impairment is more mild than Ethan's.
But I'm not surprised. Keira does her research always. There's a reason she's one of my favorite authors in this genre.
Lest I forget, I want to mention the ending, which has ALL. THE. FEELS. I would have been thrilled with just the last chapter because that kiss was everything, but we also get this incredible, heartwarming epilogue. Who knew cricket could be so damn sexy?
Spoiler: Ethan married the boy of his dreams. And they lived happily ever after.
The night before his wedding to Michael, Ethan is filled with nervous anticipation—a little doubt, but mostly joy. He rushes home to see his groom-to-be, only to be confronted by Michael's betrayal.
Ethan had my heart from page one. He was so gentle and vulnerable, too good for Michael and his cheating ways. Ethan wanted to marry the boy of his dreams, but the solo honeymoon to Australia would have to come before the wedding.
Clay is divorced and uninterested in dating. He actively resists his daughter's attempts at getting him to meet women through a dating app. Clay worked in the mines, a man's world, but quit following his divorce and now works as a tour guide, showing seniors the beauty of Australia. Clay notices Ethan, because Ethan is the youngest member of Clay's current tour group and the only one who's alone.
Ethan falls for Clay's Crocodile Dundee charm, his rugged looks, and his kindness. Clay just wants to help Ethan. He never shames Ethan when Ethan asks him to repeat something he said. He reminds others not to mumble and prints off notes so Ethan can read along with the tour. He goes with Ethan to buy a hat and tracks down extra hearing aid batteries.
Everything about Clay and Ethan's relationship rang true. The romance begins with friendship, but the scorching sexual tension is not far behind.
Clay is sixteen years older than Ethan and has never considered that he might not be straight. But Ethan is patient and doesn't push. The age gap matters naught when you stay up drinking beer and passing a note pad back and forth.
While the story is entirely relationship focused, the Australian setting comes alive. I dare you to watch this Quantas commercial and not get a little misty-eyed.
The chapters alternate between Clay and Ethan's POV, and the men's voices are distinct. Clay uses old-school Australian phrases, and his thought patterns differ from Ethan's. The author really paid attention to the details (when Ethan describes what Clay is wearing, he uses the word "tank top," but Clay refers to it as a "singlet"). Indeed, all the Australian characters sounded, well, Australian, not like glorified Americans.
(Disclaimer: I am not an expert as I am not Australian. I've never visited the land Down Under. But my colleague and good friend is from Australia, and I talk to her nearly every day. I am proud to say that after a year, I finally understand nearly everything she says.)
This story is perfect on so many levels: Clay's sexual awakening; the hot but ever-so-tender sex once the men get together; the complex secondary characters, particularly Clay's daughter Sam and his dog Gilly; the way Clay looks out for Ethan always; and the way Ethan is willing to risk everything to be with Clay.
The angst, once it arrives, doesn't linger. Clay acknowledges his fear and insecurity and comes to terms with his feelings. When Clay tells Ethan about his childhood and the homophobia he witnessed, it makes sense that he denied his sexual self for so long.
I really loved that while Ethan is hard of hearing, and the book doesn't sugarcoat the challenges he faces daily, Ethan's disability isn't the main focus of the story. Keira Andrews got everything right regarding the way Ethan dealt with life as a hard-of-hearing person. I say this with conviction because I am one, even though my impairment is more mild than Ethan's.
But I'm not surprised. Keira does her research always. There's a reason she's one of my favorite authors in this genre.
Lest I forget, I want to mention the ending, which has ALL. THE. FEELS. I would have been thrilled with just the last chapter because that kiss was everything, but we also get this incredible, heartwarming epilogue. Who knew cricket could be so damn sexy?
Spoiler: Ethan married the boy of his dreams. And they lived happily ever after.
December 26, 2023
“All those years when I was depressed… I really hated myself sometimes. And I finally came to terms with everything, and I felt a lot better. I did. But now? I’ve never been this confident. No matter what happens, I’m a stronger man now because of you.”
After hearing some pretty devastating news of my life, this was the escape I truly needed. Maybe staying up till 5 am wasn’t the best choice, though…
One day before their marriage, Ethan comes home to find his soon-to-be husband having sex with his best friend. Torn between the two, he doesn’t want to give up on his life and the dream he promised himself and his mother. So, he packs up and decides to head to Australia, where he and his now ex-fiancé, Michael, were set to go to. Alone, heartbroken, and scared, Ethan finds comfort and trust in one of the tour guides, Clayton Kelly, who shows Ethan kindness and care. Unlike many other people, Clay doesn’t show impatience and anger towards Ethan’s deafness, treats him with respect, and offers friendship. As the two grow closer within a week, Ethan begins growing fond of the older man who offered him solace, and Clay starts questioning his own feelings.
Personally, I love reading books about characters with disabilities. I love seeing the growth and being a part of the journey they come towards accepting and embracing without shame. While Ethan had already accepted his deafness, my heart still broke for him on many occasions. His diagnosis came to him late, so adjusting to a completely new system has been difficult for him to get used to. It mentally affected him, which made him depressed and caused him to isolate himself from his friends and family. With his parents gone at a young age, Ethan relied on his best friend, Todd, and partner, Michael. After their betrayal, Ethan has no one and having to deal with multiple infrequencies only made it more difficult.
However, seeing his embracement was still refreshing. Ethan's easily felt his emotions, and I sympathized with him right from the beginning. It’s saddening to see how realistic his experience is—having to apologize for not listening, having people talk to him like he’s a child, having to ask people to slow down or repeat themselves only for them to wave it off. I loved how the author wrote his character. He felt so real and never doubtful, cheery on some occasions while angry and sad other times. However, I couldn’t blame him for how he felt. Having Australia to escape to for a little while was the perfect time he needed to forget it all. I was glad to see how slowly he started to forget about Michael and Todd and not let them bother him too much in his inner thoughts.
On the other hand, Clay was extremely supportive of Ethan regarding his deafness, and it was beautiful. He never waved Ethan off, always repeated himself in a manner where Ethan could understand, made sure he was comfortable, and even went as far as copying down the guide notes for Ethan so he could follow along in case he couldn’t head everything. It was truly heartwarming. He was also caring and soft, and his love slowly started showing in his actions. Not only when he copied his notes down, but how he was never embarrassed by Ethan, how he went out of his way to find batteries for his hearing aids, how he made sure people treated him like a normal human being, how he bought him a hat, held his bag, and took time out his work to spend with him.
He stared at Ethan—at this brave, beautiful man who had burst into Clay’s life and changed it forever. Clay hadn’t even known how lost he was, but being found was more profound than he ever could have imagined.
Along with that, Clay had difficulty with his identity for a bit, but it wasn’t something that took over the story or made his character difficult. It was because he was unsure of his sexual orientation. After all, he had been hiding and rejecting it for years now without realizing it. From what we learn about him, his father was homophobic, and when he was young, Clay experienced a moment in his life that scarred him for life. He was afraid of that happening to him. Now at 44, there were many new things within the community he wasn’t aware changed so much, such as how the word queer has been embraced and how many different sexual orientations had been discovered. He was never rude about it or anything, which I was thankful for. He was accepting of Ethan and his sexual orientation from the get-go. Ethan was able to help him come to terms with himself and his identity, one he never realized he was hiding because he was scared. While Clay felt a little ashamed at first and thought he was doing something wrong, it later became something he accepted and realized is part of him that he can’t change.
Clay’s identity exploration connects with the romance, which I felt to be developed nicely. While it only took a week (yes, I know this isn’t enough time for many, but it worked well for me!), I was able to connect with the feelings of both characters because of how much interaction there was. For Ethan, it started as a crush, whereas for Clay, it was entire confusion. However, they spent a lot of time together and learned a lot about each other, making their relationship much more believable. I appreciated being told what they had done because it was easy to imagine how easy it was for them to get along.
“It’s just you and me here. Nothing else matters right now.”
There’s an age gap between Ethan and Clay, which is one of my favorite tropes. No matter what the book is about, an age gap always gets to me. However, one of the best parts about this is how the age difference isn’t a big deal. The characters actually act their age without it being an issue. Ethan is still figuring life out, and after one of his worst heartbreaks, he decides to continue living life for himself. On the other hand, Clay wants to stay home, watch the footy, and drink a beer. He’s not interested in pursuing the women in dating sites his daughter sends him or going out on different adventures. His life consists of work, sports, beer, Gilly the dog, and his two children, Sam and Pete. Meeting Ethan allowed him to explore a little more in his own way. But, adding on to that, one of my favorite parts about this was how, after Clay realized he loved Ethan and that he, in fact, is gay, he let Ethan know, which completely skipped the unnecessary break-up scene (even though they were never truly together). Clay’s realization led to his confession, and it made their relationship stronger. While they dealt with long-distance for a while, they managed it, and it was done because there was communication.
My favorite word.
At least in romance books.
There isn’t enough communication in romance books, and it doesn’t matter if it’s mm, ff, or mf. I’ve read too many where the two characters are hopelessly in love with each other. Still, because they don’t admit it, it leads to drama or a break-up, only for the book to end with a reunion, apology, and then realizing they can’t live without each other. It’s boring.
However, Keira Andrews took a different and healthier route and decided to make the epiphany before the book ended, making the couple's love grow.
“Well, I’m not sure about the rest of it, but I know I’m not straight. Because I’ve never fancied anyone the way I do you. I don’t want to date other people. Not those women on Sam’s websites, or any other blokes. You’re the one.”
There’s almost no drama in this. Besides the drama at the beginning, with Michael, Todd, and Ethan, every friend and family member accepted Ethan and Clay. While Ethan’s parents aren’t alive, we know they were accepting of his sexual orientation. When Clay came out to his ex-wife and children, it took a while for them to wrap their heads around it, but they also didn’t create any fuzz or make a big deal out of it. Instead, it was angst and drama-free and light-hearted.
My love for age gap romances continues growing, and I’ve come to realize that Keira Andrews writes almost only age gaps. So don’t mind me if you see me binge reading all her books.
“My knight in shining armor.”
December 9, 2018
Meet my new addition to my list of top 10 reads of all time. Seriously, this one definitely qualified.
So much.
I’ll try to wipe the tears (of joy) off my keyboard, so I can actually write a coherent review.
First of all, I LOVE age gap romances. I absolutely love them. Not all of them are good, IMO, but when they’re good, they’re spectacular, like this one.
This beautiful story starts out really bad. I honestly prefer books that bring us into the story AFTER such a terrible relationship showdown like the one between (almost) deaf Ethan and his fiancé Michael.
Everything about the first 13% was painful. Really painful. And I related to Ethan so closely when he was convincing himself how perfect his life with Michael in the Big Apple was.
When in reality… WHAM!
I swear I couldn’t walk away from that. I would probably never be able to trust a person again. I’m just that vengeful…
So, after what feels like the most unbearable tragedy that leaves Ethan stranded completely and utterly alone in this world, he decides to not let the booked honeymoon go to waste and travels to Australia on his own: A beautiful but strange continent, where people have a difficult accent and nobody helps Ethan orient in this foreign world of fast-talking people who use words that Ethan would have a hard time understanding even if he could hear fully. He tries to enjoy his time alone, but ends up thinking about his ex-fiancé and the pain the guy caused him. Not to mention Ethan has troubles following the tour guide who is a bit overwhelmed dealing with Ethan’s hearing issues.
Luckily, the older (well, mid-40s, really) driver of the tour bus notices Ethan’s situation and more and more takes the younger guy under his wing, making it is mission to help him enjoy the trip despite being there all alone.
And God, is there anyone IN THE WORLD who did not fall for Clay Kelly?
That guy was simply THE BEST. You know, he’s a guy you can run into on the other side of the world in a strange country and know that home will be where he is! Seriously.
I totally wasn’t sure about him at first. Was he straight? Was he gay? He was protective and considerate, but not flirty at all. Poor Ethan felt awkward with his one-sided crush but couldn’t stay away from the handsome employee of the tour company.
And when Ethan temporarily couldn’t hear ANYTHING during that trip and Clay still managed to give him the most wonderful evening chatting with him by writing things back and forth on a notebook, I knew that Clay was a keeper. I still have tears in my eyes!!
Once the story also included Clay, his family, his situation, his fears and emotions, this book became utter and true perfection! I loved that guy so damn much!
However, I don’t really like authors throwing around sexual identity definitions, like… ‘pick one: pan, ace, poly, demi, etc.’. Clay of all people wasn’t a guy you could fit into any definitions. Heck, he didn’t even know any of them. He knew he fancied Ethan and that settled things. I loved that about him. I loved him so much!!
Enough sweet-talking and not another word about the perfection that is this story. You need to read it yourself. Everything (after the 13% mark) will open your heart like a flower and make you feel like a piece of butter in a hot pan.
It’s seriously that good.
And a big thank you to Nyle DiMarco whose awesomeness made romances with deaf characters instant must-reads for me!
A 5-star favorite! Of all time.
So much.
I’ll try to wipe the tears (of joy) off my keyboard, so I can actually write a coherent review.
First of all, I LOVE age gap romances. I absolutely love them. Not all of them are good, IMO, but when they’re good, they’re spectacular, like this one.
This beautiful story starts out really bad. I honestly prefer books that bring us into the story AFTER such a terrible relationship showdown like the one between (almost) deaf Ethan and his fiancé Michael.
Everything about the first 13% was painful. Really painful. And I related to Ethan so closely when he was convincing himself how perfect his life with Michael in the Big Apple was.
When in reality… WHAM!
I swear I couldn’t walk away from that. I would probably never be able to trust a person again. I’m just that vengeful…
So, after what feels like the most unbearable tragedy that leaves Ethan stranded completely and utterly alone in this world, he decides to not let the booked honeymoon go to waste and travels to Australia on his own: A beautiful but strange continent, where people have a difficult accent and nobody helps Ethan orient in this foreign world of fast-talking people who use words that Ethan would have a hard time understanding even if he could hear fully. He tries to enjoy his time alone, but ends up thinking about his ex-fiancé and the pain the guy caused him. Not to mention Ethan has troubles following the tour guide who is a bit overwhelmed dealing with Ethan’s hearing issues.
Luckily, the older (well, mid-40s, really) driver of the tour bus notices Ethan’s situation and more and more takes the younger guy under his wing, making it is mission to help him enjoy the trip despite being there all alone.
And God, is there anyone IN THE WORLD who did not fall for Clay Kelly?
That guy was simply THE BEST. You know, he’s a guy you can run into on the other side of the world in a strange country and know that home will be where he is! Seriously.
I totally wasn’t sure about him at first. Was he straight? Was he gay? He was protective and considerate, but not flirty at all. Poor Ethan felt awkward with his one-sided crush but couldn’t stay away from the handsome employee of the tour company.
And when Ethan temporarily couldn’t hear ANYTHING during that trip and Clay still managed to give him the most wonderful evening chatting with him by writing things back and forth on a notebook, I knew that Clay was a keeper. I still have tears in my eyes!!
Once the story also included Clay, his family, his situation, his fears and emotions, this book became utter and true perfection! I loved that guy so damn much!
However, I don’t really like authors throwing around sexual identity definitions, like… ‘pick one: pan, ace, poly, demi, etc.’. Clay of all people wasn’t a guy you could fit into any definitions. Heck, he didn’t even know any of them. He knew he fancied Ethan and that settled things. I loved that about him. I loved him so much!!
Enough sweet-talking and not another word about the perfection that is this story. You need to read it yourself. Everything (after the 13% mark) will open your heart like a flower and make you feel like a piece of butter in a hot pan.
It’s seriously that good.
And a big thank you to Nyle DiMarco whose awesomeness made romances with deaf characters instant must-reads for me!
A 5-star favorite! Of all time.
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September 27, 2019**DEAL ALERT**
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My new contemporary M/M romance is out today! It will be exclusively at Amazon to buy and borrow in KU for the first three months, and then will be available in wide release.
You've got an age gap, slow burn, newfound friends-to-lovers, sexual exploration, and two lonely men finding their happily ever after. I loved writing Ethan and Clay's romance, and I hope you enjoy reading it! <3
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/2DmsGAh
Amazon global: http://rxe.me/K85PB3
What are you reading this weekend? Take a sexy holiday Down Under and grab Honeymoon for One for only $0.99. You can also whispersync the audio at Amazon for only $7.47!
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/2N4iBYd
Amazon global: http://rxe.me/K85PB3
B&N: http://bit.ly/2FL9FHa
Google Play: http://bit.ly/2Dmyess
iTunes: https://apple.co/2Hl4dgH
Kobo: http://bit.ly/2FCc8Vm
Smashwords: http://bit.ly/2TaYVFO
*
My new contemporary M/M romance is out today! It will be exclusively at Amazon to buy and borrow in KU for the first three months, and then will be available in wide release.
You've got an age gap, slow burn, newfound friends-to-lovers, sexual exploration, and two lonely men finding their happily ever after. I loved writing Ethan and Clay's romance, and I hope you enjoy reading it! <3
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/2DmsGAh
Amazon global: http://rxe.me/K85PB3
June 5, 2019
This was my second go around with Honeymoon for One, and my first time listening to the story. In ebook form, it was a full five-stars and one of my favorite books of last year (check out my review of the original here), but it wasn't quite as good for me in audio.
Keira Andrews is one of my favorite authors, and I love, love, love these characters and this story. I think Joel Leslie did a good job narrating it, though I struggled a bit with his Australian accent parts, as they sounded slightly cartoonish to me. I think I had their voices already picked out in my head from reading it, and the audio didn't quite mesh with that, which is sometimes an issues with re-reading in audio.
The story was just as magical, but I still recommend reading it in ebook form more. See my original glowing review for more details, as the story holds a very special place in my heart.
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July 14, 2024
Oh wow. This is a brilliant book. Seriously brilliant.
I started this book once last year and couldn’t get through the first chapter, probably because it was two weeks before my own wedding and this starts out with Ethan finding out his fiancé is cheating on him the night before his wedding. I’m so glad I came back to it and didn’t give up on it totally because this time I couldn’t stop reading it. It’s beautiful. Really.
I loved both Ethan and Clay. I loved that they took a leap for each other and that it wasn’t too filled with drama. Basically, I loved everything. But most of all I loved seeing Ethan grow and becoming the confident man he always was supposed to be. The way it’s described in this book is absolutely beautiful.
My only complaint is, and it’s not a complaint about this book, that this authors writing gets a bit tiring if you like I have now read more of her work in a short amount of time. Every book I have read by this author is following the same theme. Out and proud gay guy meets closeted guy. While I want to give the author kudos for writing these kind of books that I can actually stand it gets a bit tiring. So I might need a break from her for a while now. Or find a book of hers not following this theme.
Reread 2022-02-15
Reread 2023-07-17
Reread 2024-07-14
I started this book once last year and couldn’t get through the first chapter, probably because it was two weeks before my own wedding and this starts out with Ethan finding out his fiancé is cheating on him the night before his wedding. I’m so glad I came back to it and didn’t give up on it totally because this time I couldn’t stop reading it. It’s beautiful. Really.
I loved both Ethan and Clay. I loved that they took a leap for each other and that it wasn’t too filled with drama. Basically, I loved everything. But most of all I loved seeing Ethan grow and becoming the confident man he always was supposed to be. The way it’s described in this book is absolutely beautiful.
My only complaint is, and it’s not a complaint about this book, that this authors writing gets a bit tiring if you like I have now read more of her work in a short amount of time. Every book I have read by this author is following the same theme. Out and proud gay guy meets closeted guy. While I want to give the author kudos for writing these kind of books that I can actually stand it gets a bit tiring. So I might need a break from her for a while now. Or find a book of hers not following this theme.
Reread 2022-02-15
Reread 2023-07-17
Reread 2024-07-14
December 12, 2022
Sweet Story. Pacing and Character Development Issues.
I give Ethan a lot of props for not letting Michael gaslight him any further, or manipulate him into some sort of polyamorous relationship. I also enjoy Ethan taking responsibility for knowing and admitting that he proposed for the wrong reasons.
I’m glad they’re average guys. Everyone being a 6-pack muscle stud in this genre gets stale.
I actually don’t think Ethan is well developed. We get a lot of material in his chapters, mostly focusing on his deafness and him being a jilted ex-fiance. But as much time as we spend with Ethan, I don’t know feel like I know him. What does he like to do for fun? Does he have any hobbies? How did he get himself out of his situational depression? I’m having trouble picturing him doing anything on his own other than work. I expected to feel this way about Clay, but it’s completely the opposite. The writer does a sufficient job of portraying Clay in a more organic way. For the duration spent on Ethan, I wish it had been spent more wisely.
Clay goes out of of his way to be kind and repeat everything he says, but Ethan still subjects him to a woke lecture on the word “impaired.” Same story with “queer.” HTF is a guy who’s lived as straight (in an isolated area, no less) for…idk, his whole life…gonna know your version of that word? He is not a simple man, but he’s led a simple life. A bit of understanding and compassion on Ethan’s part would have been more polite in these instances.
More than halfway through and literally nothing other than conversation and mild flirting happen between the two men. There’s a lot of whingeing and self-pity.
The reveal about Tony is straightforward and yet quite poignant. No wonder Clay repressed himself without a second thought for his whole life. I’m pleased that Clay’s realization is not some gay for you or bi for you or other weird trope that is nonsensical. This is earned.
I buy that they fell in love so fast (it happens), but I think this needs another chapter or two of them spending time with one another. More interactions. What do they do together? Watch cricket and eat takeout? OK, that’s still cool. But show us. I need to see that in in order to feel love for this couple. Instead, I just really like them.
I appreciate Clay’s talk with Barb.
The epilogue is excellent.
I give Ethan a lot of props for not letting Michael gaslight him any further, or manipulate him into some sort of polyamorous relationship. I also enjoy Ethan taking responsibility for knowing and admitting that he proposed for the wrong reasons.
I’m glad they’re average guys. Everyone being a 6-pack muscle stud in this genre gets stale.
I actually don’t think Ethan is well developed. We get a lot of material in his chapters, mostly focusing on his deafness and him being a jilted ex-fiance. But as much time as we spend with Ethan, I don’t know feel like I know him. What does he like to do for fun? Does he have any hobbies? How did he get himself out of his situational depression? I’m having trouble picturing him doing anything on his own other than work. I expected to feel this way about Clay, but it’s completely the opposite. The writer does a sufficient job of portraying Clay in a more organic way. For the duration spent on Ethan, I wish it had been spent more wisely.
Clay goes out of of his way to be kind and repeat everything he says, but Ethan still subjects him to a woke lecture on the word “impaired.” Same story with “queer.” HTF is a guy who’s lived as straight (in an isolated area, no less) for…idk, his whole life…gonna know your version of that word? He is not a simple man, but he’s led a simple life. A bit of understanding and compassion on Ethan’s part would have been more polite in these instances.
More than halfway through and literally nothing other than conversation and mild flirting happen between the two men. There’s a lot of whingeing and self-pity.
The reveal about Tony is straightforward and yet quite poignant. No wonder Clay repressed himself without a second thought for his whole life. I’m pleased that Clay’s realization is not some gay for you or bi for you or other weird trope that is nonsensical. This is earned.
I buy that they fell in love so fast (it happens), but I think this needs another chapter or two of them spending time with one another. More interactions. What do they do together? Watch cricket and eat takeout? OK, that’s still cool. But show us. I need to see that in in order to feel love for this couple. Instead, I just really like them.
I appreciate Clay’s talk with Barb.
The epilogue is excellent.
March 15, 2020
Re-read March 2020
This is one of those hugs in a book. I can re-read this over and over again.
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I love reading about strong characters who are dealt a shitty hand in life and try to make the most out of it.
Ethan is in college when he starts losing part of his hearing. He struggles with it and gets pretty depressed for several years. Luckily he has a supporting boyfriend, now fiancé, and an amazing best friend.
When Ethan comes home early the day before his wedding, he is not expecting to see his fiancé in bed with his best friend. Turns out the two have been in a relationship for the last 2 years. The two try to tell Ethan it is not so bad and that Ethan should have an open mind and think about a polyamorous relationship, but Ethan never signed up for that.
And that’s how he ends up going on his honeymoon by himself. He has no idea where he’s going to live when he gets back, but he is determined to enjoy himself and leave the worries for when he gets back.
Ethan can hear people fairly well when they speak directly to him, talk a bit slower, and there’s not a lot of background noise. But some people talk to him like he’s not all there, they mumble, or they start yelling so he can hear them better, which is not the case with his sensitive hearing aids.
Ethan is just thinking he made a huge mistake by coming to Australia alone when he meets the driver of the tour bus, Clay.
Clay is in his early forties, divorced and has two grown kids. He befriends Ethan when he sees the young man could use a friend. Ethan being hard of hearing never fazes Clay and he adjusts the way he speaks so Ethan can hear him just fine.
The two become close friend during the tour, but when the tour ends Clay gets a little spooked by how much he likes Ethan. But Ethan doesn’t get why he is suddenly getting the cold shoulder from Clay. Especially since the tour is now over and Ethan had hoped to spend some time with Clay as friends.
But when Ethan’s reservation is suddenly cancelled he has no place to stay for the rest of his holiday. When Clay offers Ethan a place to stay, Ethan knows he shouldn’t be so happy to go home with an apparently straight man, but he can’t help his crush….
Ethan was so sweet, I liked him from the start. I hated his (ex)fiancé with a vengeance with how he cheated on him and then how he tried to defend himself by laying it all on Ethan and his depression. Because Michael had 'needs'! Oh please......
Clay was lovely in the way he just befriended Ethan and tried to make him feel better. I love 'older' characters with grown children btw. Especially ones that are only now finding out what (or who) they really want.
A GFY story sometimes gets on my nerves because I don’t like a big gay freak-out in my books. But I have to say that Clay was not too bad in handling this. When he gave into his attraction he was all in. Of course there is some minor angst when Clay’s kids get involved, but that was over before I knew it.
And while I liked the romance itself, I think that what kept me the most intrigued and entertained throughout this story was the fact that Ethan was hard of hearing. Because Ethan struggled with how people treated him and how isolated he could sometimes feel because of it, we got some lovely hurt/comfort moments. Clay never had an issue with repeating sentences or speaking more slowly. And I just loved how the hurt/comfort played a huge role without it being too heavy.
What did annoy me was that I felt the aussie slang was a bit overdone. Now, of course it could be that Clay really did talk like the slangiest Aussie slanger to have ever slanged, but it was a bit overdone sometimes. I talked about this book to my friend Elsbeth, and she mentioned that Charlie (from N.R. Walker’s Red Dirt Heart) never talked like that. Now every person is different and every book character can be as well, but I just got the feeling it was too much in this. Well, don’t pay attention to me, I’m not an aussie expect and it could be that everyone in the outback really does talk like this. I just never read a book about an Australian character with quite that much of an aussie vocabulary. Do all the other Australian authors tone it down? Or did Keira Andrews simply write an OTT Australian character? Either is fine of course, but here it annoyed me a bit.
Overall, this was a nice relaxing book with some lovely hurt/comfort moments sprinkled throughout the story.
This is one of those hugs in a book. I can re-read this over and over again.
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I love reading about strong characters who are dealt a shitty hand in life and try to make the most out of it.
Ethan is in college when he starts losing part of his hearing. He struggles with it and gets pretty depressed for several years. Luckily he has a supporting boyfriend, now fiancé, and an amazing best friend.
When Ethan comes home early the day before his wedding, he is not expecting to see his fiancé in bed with his best friend. Turns out the two have been in a relationship for the last 2 years. The two try to tell Ethan it is not so bad and that Ethan should have an open mind and think about a polyamorous relationship, but Ethan never signed up for that.
And that’s how he ends up going on his honeymoon by himself. He has no idea where he’s going to live when he gets back, but he is determined to enjoy himself and leave the worries for when he gets back.
Ethan can hear people fairly well when they speak directly to him, talk a bit slower, and there’s not a lot of background noise. But some people talk to him like he’s not all there, they mumble, or they start yelling so he can hear them better, which is not the case with his sensitive hearing aids.
Ethan is just thinking he made a huge mistake by coming to Australia alone when he meets the driver of the tour bus, Clay.
Clay is in his early forties, divorced and has two grown kids. He befriends Ethan when he sees the young man could use a friend. Ethan being hard of hearing never fazes Clay and he adjusts the way he speaks so Ethan can hear him just fine.
The two become close friend during the tour, but when the tour ends Clay gets a little spooked by how much he likes Ethan. But Ethan doesn’t get why he is suddenly getting the cold shoulder from Clay. Especially since the tour is now over and Ethan had hoped to spend some time with Clay as friends.
But when Ethan’s reservation is suddenly cancelled he has no place to stay for the rest of his holiday. When Clay offers Ethan a place to stay, Ethan knows he shouldn’t be so happy to go home with an apparently straight man, but he can’t help his crush….
Ethan was so sweet, I liked him from the start. I hated his (ex)fiancé with a vengeance with how he cheated on him and then how he tried to defend himself by laying it all on Ethan and his depression. Because Michael had 'needs'! Oh please......
Clay was lovely in the way he just befriended Ethan and tried to make him feel better. I love 'older' characters with grown children btw. Especially ones that are only now finding out what (or who) they really want.
A GFY story sometimes gets on my nerves because I don’t like a big gay freak-out in my books. But I have to say that Clay was not too bad in handling this. When he gave into his attraction he was all in. Of course there is some minor angst when Clay’s kids get involved, but that was over before I knew it.
And while I liked the romance itself, I think that what kept me the most intrigued and entertained throughout this story was the fact that Ethan was hard of hearing. Because Ethan struggled with how people treated him and how isolated he could sometimes feel because of it, we got some lovely hurt/comfort moments. Clay never had an issue with repeating sentences or speaking more slowly. And I just loved how the hurt/comfort played a huge role without it being too heavy.
What did annoy me was that I felt the aussie slang was a bit overdone. Now, of course it could be that Clay really did talk like the slangiest Aussie slanger to have ever slanged, but it was a bit overdone sometimes. I talked about this book to my friend Elsbeth, and she mentioned that Charlie (from N.R. Walker’s Red Dirt Heart) never talked like that. Now every person is different and every book character can be as well, but I just got the feeling it was too much in this. Well, don’t pay attention to me, I’m not an aussie expect and it could be that everyone in the outback really does talk like this. I just never read a book about an Australian character with quite that much of an aussie vocabulary. Do all the other Australian authors tone it down? Or did Keira Andrews simply write an OTT Australian character? Either is fine of course, but here it annoyed me a bit.
Overall, this was a nice relaxing book with some lovely hurt/comfort moments sprinkled throughout the story.
August 12, 2020
Audio book - 3.5 stars
Story - 3.25 stars
This was an okay, cute story.
Story - 3.25 stars
This was an okay, cute story.
October 12, 2022
This book gave me so many emotions, I loved it so much. I really could feel every emotion Ethan felt, especially his loneliness, and the chapter he kept wondering "What did I do wrong?" absolutely broke my heart. Loved seeing him with Clay, the way Clay treated him, and the contrast between Michael and Clay. They were just so perfect together. I really loved everything about this book. And on a lighter note, I love to read books set in Australia, I learned so much new slang reading this lol.
January 24, 2020
I wasn’t sure if I was going to like this one, because I really struggle with age gap stories, plus this author can sometimes be a hit or miss with me. Well Honeymoon For One was a definite hit and the age gap was not an issue for me.
Ethan Robinson has not had an easy life, including a hearing impairment. Now with the betrayal of those closest to him, he is shattered and takes off to Australia where he meets Clay Kelly, his tour guide. Right from the start, Ethan is attracted to Clay, but Clay is straight, right?
Clay Kelly is divorced father of two and has a nice quiet life. When he meets Ethan, something wakes up inside of him and he confused by his feelings.
I adored both Ethan and Clay, but because I listened to the audiobook, I had a few niggles. Don’t get me wrong, Joel Leslie, the narrator, does a fantastic job, especially with an Aussie accent. The problem, at least in my opinion, Ethan always sounded so whiny. I thought Ethan was brave to go off to another country all alone and also be dealing with his challenge. I did, however, notice the transformation in his voice by the end of the story reflecting the emotional change in Ethan.
Highly recommend, even if you don’t like age gap stories!
Ethan Robinson has not had an easy life, including a hearing impairment. Now with the betrayal of those closest to him, he is shattered and takes off to Australia where he meets Clay Kelly, his tour guide. Right from the start, Ethan is attracted to Clay, but Clay is straight, right?
Clay Kelly is divorced father of two and has a nice quiet life. When he meets Ethan, something wakes up inside of him and he confused by his feelings.
I adored both Ethan and Clay, but because I listened to the audiobook, I had a few niggles. Don’t get me wrong, Joel Leslie, the narrator, does a fantastic job, especially with an Aussie accent. The problem, at least in my opinion, Ethan always sounded so whiny. I thought Ethan was brave to go off to another country all alone and also be dealing with his challenge. I did, however, notice the transformation in his voice by the end of the story reflecting the emotional change in Ethan.
Highly recommend, even if you don’t like age gap stories!
October 24, 2018
Ethan and Clay are perfect for each other!
Ethan has been dealt some awful hands in life. At 27 years old he's had hard knock after hard knock. The latest being a harsh betrayal from people he trusted most in his life. I was so angry on his behalf! But I loved, loved, loved how he dealt with the aftermath. Really - his actions and reactions were perfect. Thank you Keira Andrews! Too many romance novels gloss over emotional or physical pain caused by loved ones. Implying the victim should be a better person and rise above to forgive and forget. Those stories always make me ragey. I guess I'm not the forgiving type. ;-) So, Ethan did right by me. Loved it.
Clay is a 44 year old divorcee, father of two adult children. If I had to sum up Clay in only a word or two, I'd call him a caretaker. He is kind, gracious, and helpful. He is also a little clueless about himself, but that's understandable considering the time and place he grew up. It's sometimes surprising which childhood memories will shape us as adults.
Clay and Ethan are perfect for each other. Wait - I already said that. But it's worth repeating! I just loved how they got to know each other. The care and kindness they show each other is heartwarming to watch.
Another hit for Keira Andrews Great romance plot featuring two MCs who've had to overcome life trauma and disability. Two MCs who are sweet and kind and caring. The angst level is low, the mushy factor is high. I ended the book with a big, goofy smile on my face. I bet you will too.
Ethan has been dealt some awful hands in life. At 27 years old he's had hard knock after hard knock. The latest being a harsh betrayal from people he trusted most in his life. I was so angry on his behalf! But I loved, loved, loved how he dealt with the aftermath. Really - his actions and reactions were perfect. Thank you Keira Andrews! Too many romance novels gloss over emotional or physical pain caused by loved ones. Implying the victim should be a better person and rise above to forgive and forget. Those stories always make me ragey. I guess I'm not the forgiving type. ;-) So, Ethan did right by me. Loved it.
Clay is a 44 year old divorcee, father of two adult children. If I had to sum up Clay in only a word or two, I'd call him a caretaker. He is kind, gracious, and helpful. He is also a little clueless about himself, but that's understandable considering the time and place he grew up. It's sometimes surprising which childhood memories will shape us as adults.
Clay and Ethan are perfect for each other. Wait - I already said that. But it's worth repeating! I just loved how they got to know each other. The care and kindness they show each other is heartwarming to watch.
Another hit for Keira Andrews Great romance plot featuring two MCs who've had to overcome life trauma and disability. Two MCs who are sweet and kind and caring. The angst level is low, the mushy factor is high. I ended the book with a big, goofy smile on my face. I bet you will too.
April 25, 2023
Reread/Relisten April 2023
still just as sweet and cute as the first time i read it. I love how Ethan and Clay are together, even with their age gap they compliment each other well and they know how to make one another feel important.
Todd and Michael can suck it. haha they are delusional.
now its time to reread Flash Rip, because i am in the Aussie mood haha
4 stars: November 2022
This was a win! Haha I guess if there is any hint of Australia in a book it will be a win for me haha!
But this just worked for me and idk why! But it seems like Keira Andrews is becoming a go to author for me!
still just as sweet and cute as the first time i read it. I love how Ethan and Clay are together, even with their age gap they compliment each other well and they know how to make one another feel important.
Todd and Michael can suck it. haha they are delusional.
now its time to reread Flash Rip, because i am in the Aussie mood haha
4 stars: November 2022
This was a win! Haha I guess if there is any hint of Australia in a book it will be a win for me haha!
But this just worked for me and idk why! But it seems like Keira Andrews is becoming a go to author for me!
October 6, 2018
This one just didn't work for me.
First, the "honeymoon for one" trope, where one MC is left broken-hearted right before a wedding and goes on the planned honeymoon anyway, alone, has been done to death. It's too rare a thing for a trope to have developed, and yet here we are. I'm over it.
Second, Ethan was a whiny brat. What happened to him sucked. Bad. But being in his head made me want to beat mine against a wall.
Third, this was insta-love that was not believable. The relationship development was actually going along smoothly. And then, the next chapter are ILYs. Nope. Didn't believe that jump at all.
Lastly, and I realize I risk the wrath of many a GR reviewer with this statement: IMHO, there is such a thing as too PC. I'm not a fan of walking on eggshells so I don't offend someone. I have a good heart and try to always be mindful and respectful of others. But I don't walk around asking everyone I meet their preferences for labels, etc. If I am told, I'll use it. This is an opinion only, of course, but this book went way OTT with the "teaching moments" of PC. I felt very preached at for the entire book.
First, the "honeymoon for one" trope, where one MC is left broken-hearted right before a wedding and goes on the planned honeymoon anyway, alone, has been done to death. It's too rare a thing for a trope to have developed, and yet here we are. I'm over it.
Second, Ethan was a whiny brat. What happened to him sucked. Bad. But being in his head made me want to beat mine against a wall.
Third, this was insta-love that was not believable. The relationship development was actually going along smoothly. And then, the next chapter are ILYs. Nope. Didn't believe that jump at all.
Lastly, and I realize I risk the wrath of many a GR reviewer with this statement: IMHO, there is such a thing as too PC. I'm not a fan of walking on eggshells so I don't offend someone. I have a good heart and try to always be mindful and respectful of others. But I don't walk around asking everyone I meet their preferences for labels, etc. If I am told, I'll use it. This is an opinion only, of course, but this book went way OTT with the "teaching moments" of PC. I felt very preached at for the entire book.
July 4, 2022
***4.0 rating***
"“We will. Fuck the real world. We’re going to make it our bitch.” He lifted his hand for a high five, and Clay slapped his palm, laughing. If the real world didn’t like it, it could get stuffed along with everyone else.""
I won't write a brief summary for this because there are already reviews that already do that, but I will write a short review on this book, because it was an overall heartwarming read.
This was my first book by Keira Andrews and I thoroughly enjoyed it because of the main characters. Ethan and Clay were the epitome of endearing, especially Clayton. He was older, sweet, attentive, understanding and was just such a lovely character. I loved how even though he was in the beginning established as a "straight" MC he was not judgmental of Ethan who has a hearing disability and is gay. He was a friend first, then a lover. He was always there to help Ethan who went on a solo honeymoon trip unwillingly thanks to Michael's cheating ass.
What can I say about Ethan? My heart went out to him throughout the story. He felt like such a vulnerable, insecure character in the beginning that you just want to hug him. His struggles on the trip due to his hearing condition made me so sad, especially when he went snorkeling alone in the Australian waters, and he was panicking. My poor Ethan. You just want to wrap him in a blanket and keep him there, so nothing or no one can harm him. I loved that he found that safety and comfort in Clay that he did not in Michael, whom we realize is a snob early on. Clay was a friend to Ethan, a ear to listen to without judgement, and he was an even more amazing lover.
These two while having so many differences, especially the 17 year age gap, had also so much in common. They both were left behind by their lovers for something "better" but in this story it was for the best, because in the end they found each other.
I also think that while I am not a fan of internalized homophobia in certain books, in this story it worked. The reader comes to understand Clay's inner demons and conflicts. He is internally struggling to realize that he is indeed attracted to Ethan, who is a man and that he is not as "straight" as he thought. Thanks to his awful father and the era Clay was born into, sadly homophobia was well alive and present, especially in small suburban towns. As a reader, you really sympathize with Clay who has had to sexually repress who he has been his entire life. Once his connection with Ethan is realized romantically, Clay understood why his marriage to his ex-wife, Barb fell apart. My heart goes out to anyone whose had to suppress who they have always been in their life due to family or society's marginalization of certain groups. It is truly sad to not live your authentic best life that you are meant to. So, when I the reader finally saw Clay be his true self it was liberating for both the reader and the MC. Same with Ethan, who thanks to his ex was a shell of a person but with Clay he was confident, relaxed, and understood.
This may feel like a predictable story but as a reader, I enjoyed their "slow burn" built up, their friendship, and romance. Nothing felt forced, everything between them felt genuine. This was at times angsty but it also felt like a comfort read. I look forward to reading more books by this author.
"“We will. Fuck the real world. We’re going to make it our bitch.” He lifted his hand for a high five, and Clay slapped his palm, laughing. If the real world didn’t like it, it could get stuffed along with everyone else.""
I won't write a brief summary for this because there are already reviews that already do that, but I will write a short review on this book, because it was an overall heartwarming read.
This was my first book by Keira Andrews and I thoroughly enjoyed it because of the main characters. Ethan and Clay were the epitome of endearing, especially Clayton. He was older, sweet, attentive, understanding and was just such a lovely character. I loved how even though he was in the beginning established as a "straight" MC he was not judgmental of Ethan who has a hearing disability and is gay. He was a friend first, then a lover. He was always there to help Ethan who went on a solo honeymoon trip unwillingly thanks to Michael's cheating ass.
What can I say about Ethan? My heart went out to him throughout the story. He felt like such a vulnerable, insecure character in the beginning that you just want to hug him. His struggles on the trip due to his hearing condition made me so sad, especially when he went snorkeling alone in the Australian waters, and he was panicking. My poor Ethan. You just want to wrap him in a blanket and keep him there, so nothing or no one can harm him. I loved that he found that safety and comfort in Clay that he did not in Michael, whom we realize is a snob early on. Clay was a friend to Ethan, a ear to listen to without judgement, and he was an even more amazing lover.
These two while having so many differences, especially the 17 year age gap, had also so much in common. They both were left behind by their lovers for something "better" but in this story it was for the best, because in the end they found each other.
I also think that while I am not a fan of internalized homophobia in certain books, in this story it worked. The reader comes to understand Clay's inner demons and conflicts. He is internally struggling to realize that he is indeed attracted to Ethan, who is a man and that he is not as "straight" as he thought. Thanks to his awful father and the era Clay was born into, sadly homophobia was well alive and present, especially in small suburban towns. As a reader, you really sympathize with Clay who has had to sexually repress who he has been his entire life. Once his connection with Ethan is realized romantically, Clay understood why his marriage to his ex-wife, Barb fell apart. My heart goes out to anyone whose had to suppress who they have always been in their life due to family or society's marginalization of certain groups. It is truly sad to not live your authentic best life that you are meant to. So, when I the reader finally saw Clay be his true self it was liberating for both the reader and the MC. Same with Ethan, who thanks to his ex was a shell of a person but with Clay he was confident, relaxed, and understood.
This may feel like a predictable story but as a reader, I enjoyed their "slow burn" built up, their friendship, and romance. Nothing felt forced, everything between them felt genuine. This was at times angsty but it also felt like a comfort read. I look forward to reading more books by this author.
September 15, 2018
Disclaimer: I edited this book.
Super enjoyable read. I loved the main character, Ethan, a young man coping with loss and having been recently diagnosed as a late-deafened adult. Betrayed on the eve of his wedding, he sets off on his honeymoon alone. It's a courageous and spunky move that shows the kind of man Ethan really is deep down.
I also loved the other hero, Clay. An older, Aussie from the Outback whose life was rebooted in his early forties when his wife left him for another man. Being demisexual and having fiercely repressed his feelings toward men, he is taken by surprise by his blossoming feelings for Ethan.
I loved seeing their relationship unfurl and heal them both. The final scenes between Ethan and his ex are very satisfying. Also the epilogue is sweet and touching and will leave you feeling joyful and at peace.
Super enjoyable read. I loved the main character, Ethan, a young man coping with loss and having been recently diagnosed as a late-deafened adult. Betrayed on the eve of his wedding, he sets off on his honeymoon alone. It's a courageous and spunky move that shows the kind of man Ethan really is deep down.
I also loved the other hero, Clay. An older, Aussie from the Outback whose life was rebooted in his early forties when his wife left him for another man. Being demisexual and having fiercely repressed his feelings toward men, he is taken by surprise by his blossoming feelings for Ethan.
I loved seeing their relationship unfurl and heal them both. The final scenes between Ethan and his ex are very satisfying. Also the epilogue is sweet and touching and will leave you feeling joyful and at peace.
October 4, 2018
Un libro realmente bonito, he disfrutado leyendo. El comienzo para uno de los personajes es duro de leer y no hace más que empujar al lector a seguir página a página para poder ser testigo de cómo consigue encontrar la felicidad.
Parece que el age gap se ha puesto de moda en el MM, no soy muy fan, a veces me resulta difícil de creer, pero la autora consigue escribir una historia llena de dulzura donde todo se desarrolla poco a poco aunque el romance de los protagonistas sea relámpago. Bonito entorno, diálogos dulces y personajes más dulces todavía. Perfecto para cuando a una le apetece ver cómo todo sale bien.
Parece que el age gap se ha puesto de moda en el MM, no soy muy fan, a veces me resulta difícil de creer, pero la autora consigue escribir una historia llena de dulzura donde todo se desarrolla poco a poco aunque el romance de los protagonistas sea relámpago. Bonito entorno, diálogos dulces y personajes más dulces todavía. Perfecto para cuando a una le apetece ver cómo todo sale bien.
November 27, 2018
A classic Keira Andrews! What’s not to like? May-December romance and an older guys who just got his first taste of wild gay rimming! 😂 One MC’s hearing loss is cleverly written and empathetically handled. Slow-burn, intense UST with sweet sweet moments, really really enjoyed it. And thy epilogue was absolutely beautiful.
4 welcome to sexuality 101 stars
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
4 welcome to sexuality 101 stars
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
September 18, 2018
This was nice.
No wait.
The setup was horrible. I mean absolutely horrible. It was like watching a Disney movie with the evil somebody. There is no other way to describe what happened to Ethan as anything other than evil. I can't even really get into it without seething. Assholes.
It was also a tad troublesome. There were a lot of years involved in the beginning and I struggle with stories with this kind of history. There were years of depression and years of deception. There were so many years for honesty or escapism; very troublesome that all involved stayed.
So, the beginning wasn’t nice but the rest was.
I don’t know how else to describe it aside from that. It didn’t bowl me over. Nothing really happened. It read to me at least as one emotional level and just stayed steady. Maybe it needed a little something? A little angst or some light drama. I dunno. I’m not here to complain about something nice though.
Keira does a great job with her characters always and I really felt Ethan’s struggle. I am not at all educated but I do hope at some point learning to sign is an option for him. I think it would make his life better. I would think trying to hear would be very hard especially when there are other ways he could communicate. But again, I am uneducated and he did go into this a little so maybe it just isn’t a possibility.
The best part of the story to me was Clay's realization. What happened was so awful, it hurt so much to read but what came after was sad but also beautiful. I am happy he didn’t battle his whole life but also sad he missed out on so much time. He’s ok with it so I will be too. This was my favorite part of the story.
Overall this was a light, easy and very nice read.
**ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.**
No wait.
The setup was horrible. I mean absolutely horrible. It was like watching a Disney movie with the evil somebody. There is no other way to describe what happened to Ethan as anything other than evil. I can't even really get into it without seething. Assholes.
It was also a tad troublesome. There were a lot of years involved in the beginning and I struggle with stories with this kind of history. There were years of depression and years of deception. There were so many years for honesty or escapism; very troublesome that all involved stayed.
So, the beginning wasn’t nice but the rest was.
I don’t know how else to describe it aside from that. It didn’t bowl me over. Nothing really happened. It read to me at least as one emotional level and just stayed steady. Maybe it needed a little something? A little angst or some light drama. I dunno. I’m not here to complain about something nice though.
Keira does a great job with her characters always and I really felt Ethan’s struggle. I am not at all educated but I do hope at some point learning to sign is an option for him. I think it would make his life better. I would think trying to hear would be very hard especially when there are other ways he could communicate. But again, I am uneducated and he did go into this a little so maybe it just isn’t a possibility.
The best part of the story to me was Clay's realization. What happened was so awful, it hurt so much to read but what came after was sad but also beautiful. I am happy he didn’t battle his whole life but also sad he missed out on so much time. He’s ok with it so I will be too. This was my favorite part of the story.
Overall this was a light, easy and very nice read.
**ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.**
March 3, 2022
I loved this one so much. Of the Keira Andrews' books I've read, this is my favourite!
January 21, 2024
Sweet but a bit boring. I haven’t had much luck with this author. I DNFed Wed to the Barbarian pretty early on and felt lukewarm about Kidnapped by the Pirate. I don’t think she’s for me.
September 27, 2018
Honeymoon for One by Keira Andrews is what romance is all about.
hurt/comfort/healing + age gap + slow burn + sexual tension + OFY + KA =
In this story, we get two men who are at different stages in their lives. Ethan finds himself in Australia on a trip of a lifetime except he's alone on what was supposed to be his honeymoon. He'd just recently come out of a deep depression after the loss of his parents and his hearing. Ethan felt like he was finally coming out of it only to discover his fiance and best friend had been betraying him for years. He calls off the wedding but decides to go on his honeymoon anyways; while there he meets Clay. Older, kind, sexy Clay.
Some highlights:
-Lovely main characters. I found myself wanting these men to be real- I want to meet them and befriend them!
-Realistic. Ethan's hearing loss was (I felt) handled respectfully and with care. Clay's discovery of his demisexuality came across as genuine.
-Slow burn. I'm a sucker for a couple that begins as just friends and whose feelings grow into more. The notepad scene: <3 <3 <3
-Sexual discovery. Clay had repressed his feelings, but something about Ethan brought forth the longing of wanting to be with someone.
-Age gap. I'm glad that it was never a big issue between them. They were both adults and respected each other. They were both honest with each other and communicated!
-No contrived, unnecessary family drama.
-And the end- heart melting.
I highly recommend this book, guys. Keira Andrews has written another winner. 4.5 Stars!
January 20, 2023
01/19/23 reread. GR tells me this is my fourth read of this book. Read four times and I love it even more each time. I've never been able to put into words why this is my favorite MM romance of all time. I think it's Clay. I've been on my own journey of self-discovery that started later in life, just like Clay, and like Clay it's been both a revelation and a relief.
I read a review recently where the reader was miffed by the pacing, saying that once the tour is over, the love develops and cements so quickly that it was difficult for that reader to buy into it. And that's fair. However, what Andrews did here really worked for me. In terms of time, yes it was fast, but reading it, it felt like the attraction and the trust built slowly between these two. The love is so strong and these two somehow fit so well together that I totally bought into their story and was unfazed by the fact that they've actually know each other for such a short time. It worked for me, and I believed in it.
A+ one million stars!
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06/01/22 reread. This remains my favorite MM romance of all time. All time!
I read a review recently where the reader was miffed by the pacing, saying that once the tour is over, the love develops and cements so quickly that it was difficult for that reader to buy into it. And that's fair. However, what Andrews did here really worked for me. In terms of time, yes it was fast, but reading it, it felt like the attraction and the trust built slowly between these two. The love is so strong and these two somehow fit so well together that I totally bought into their story and was unfazed by the fact that they've actually know each other for such a short time. It worked for me, and I believed in it.
A+ one million stars!
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06/01/22 reread. This remains my favorite MM romance of all time. All time!
October 2, 2018
Are you old enough to remember the movie Crocodile Dundee? Well if you’re not, I’ll sum it up: hot, rugged Aussie meets younger American and they fall in love. In Keira Andrews’ Honeymoon for One, she gives us a fresh updated version of this story and adds in a few of her signature twists. This is one man’s moving journey of self-discovery, combined with some much needed healing for the other, and the result is one of the loveliest friends-to-lovers stories I’ve read in ages.
I dare you not to cry in the opening chapter of Honeymoon for One. I know I’m not giving anything away by saying that Ethan is jilted right before his wedding, but oh damn! This has to be one of the most heartbreaking scenes I’ve ever read. From the moment we meet Ethan he captures my heart. Sweet, kind, and so incredibly broken; I couldn’t wait for him to get a Keira Andrews patented happily-ever-after.
On the other side of the world, Clay is looking for the next chapter of his life to begin. Newly single, and feeling not-so-old at forty-four, Clay is one cool dude. He’s masculine and rugged, approachable and kind; frankly, he sounds hot as hell. Viewing him through Ethan’s eyes he’s incredibly sexy…. If I have to go all the way to Australia to find MY Crocodile Dundee, book me on the next flight out!
What’s better than the straight guy who never understood what all the fuss over sex was about? In a gay romance you know it’s inevitable, and this scenario does it for me every time. Fans of Keira Andrews can already guess how this one is going to go down, and you won’t be disappointed. Sweet, shy Ethan finds his gumption when it comes to educating Clay in the joys of gay sex and hot damn, it’s SIZZLING!
Honeymoon for One is a wonderful combination of romance, self-discovery, humor, and feels. Keira Andrews wraps it all up with sumptuous descriptions of gorgeous Australian landmarks, and the incredible people who live there. This is so much more than a romance novel, it’s a guaranteed comfort read and it’s going straight onto my re-read shelf.
I dare you not to cry in the opening chapter of Honeymoon for One. I know I’m not giving anything away by saying that Ethan is jilted right before his wedding, but oh damn! This has to be one of the most heartbreaking scenes I’ve ever read. From the moment we meet Ethan he captures my heart. Sweet, kind, and so incredibly broken; I couldn’t wait for him to get a Keira Andrews patented happily-ever-after.
On the other side of the world, Clay is looking for the next chapter of his life to begin. Newly single, and feeling not-so-old at forty-four, Clay is one cool dude. He’s masculine and rugged, approachable and kind; frankly, he sounds hot as hell. Viewing him through Ethan’s eyes he’s incredibly sexy…. If I have to go all the way to Australia to find MY Crocodile Dundee, book me on the next flight out!
What’s better than the straight guy who never understood what all the fuss over sex was about? In a gay romance you know it’s inevitable, and this scenario does it for me every time. Fans of Keira Andrews can already guess how this one is going to go down, and you won’t be disappointed. Sweet, shy Ethan finds his gumption when it comes to educating Clay in the joys of gay sex and hot damn, it’s SIZZLING!
Honeymoon for One is a wonderful combination of romance, self-discovery, humor, and feels. Keira Andrews wraps it all up with sumptuous descriptions of gorgeous Australian landmarks, and the incredible people who live there. This is so much more than a romance novel, it’s a guaranteed comfort read and it’s going straight onto my re-read shelf.
October 30, 2018
**3.5 stars**
When Keyra Andrews releases a new book, I go for it. Once again, her writing suited me well.
Ethan, even if he’s still in his twenties, hasn’t had an easy life and all scrambles again on the eve of his wedding with his soon-to-be husband and his best friend’s betrayal. The honeymoon Australian Bus Tour is booked and Ethan decides to go on his own. There, Clay, the bus driver seems willing to be by his side and very mindful of his hearing impairment.
Clay, after all, is a carer by nature and feels a need to get rid of the sadness surrounding Ethan. And Clay is also surrounded by a lingering loneliness, even before his amicable divorce with the mother of his two kids. He’s a simple man, with simple needs, and he welcomes this short-term friendship with Ethan. Although, is it only friendship ? Could it be more ? And could this “more” stand a chance ?
Lots of things I enjoyed : two sweet MCs, the depiction of daily inconveniences of being almost deaf, some sense of place. Add an age-gap, a sweet and mellow romance (to quote Ariana’s words) and some good steam. Even if all the romantic feelings came a tiny bit fast, I didn’t really care : my sappy side just wanted for these two endearing characters to find happiness.
Even though this story is not my favorite from this author because some conversations between the MCs felt too clinical for me in the second half of the book, make no mistake, it was good escapism and I loved the HEA.
When Keyra Andrews releases a new book, I go for it. Once again, her writing suited me well.
Ethan, even if he’s still in his twenties, hasn’t had an easy life and all scrambles again on the eve of his wedding with his soon-to-be husband and his best friend’s betrayal. The honeymoon Australian Bus Tour is booked and Ethan decides to go on his own. There, Clay, the bus driver seems willing to be by his side and very mindful of his hearing impairment.
Clay, after all, is a carer by nature and feels a need to get rid of the sadness surrounding Ethan. And Clay is also surrounded by a lingering loneliness, even before his amicable divorce with the mother of his two kids. He’s a simple man, with simple needs, and he welcomes this short-term friendship with Ethan. Although, is it only friendship ? Could it be more ? And could this “more” stand a chance ?
Lots of things I enjoyed : two sweet MCs, the depiction of daily inconveniences of being almost deaf, some sense of place. Add an age-gap, a sweet and mellow romance (to quote Ariana’s words) and some good steam. Even if all the romantic feelings came a tiny bit fast, I didn’t really care : my sappy side just wanted for these two endearing characters to find happiness.
Even though this story is not my favorite from this author because some conversations between the MCs felt too clinical for me in the second half of the book, make no mistake, it was good escapism and I loved the HEA.
September 13, 2019
Another truly wonderful romance from Keira Andrews. She never fails to bring all the emotional connections to her love stories and this one is no exception.
I fell for Ethan so hard, just like Clay did :) I wanted to punch really hard too, right in the "googlies" to coin a cricketing phrase.
Although this looks, on the surface, as a fairly typical "boy gets hurt, boy goes away solo, boy meets new boy" holiday style romance, it's far removed from that. For starters, Ethan is late-deafened with all the complications which come along with that and my heart just broke for him so many times while reading.
Clay though, oh Clay was just everything, even if he did have a moment when he behaved like the worst drongo, which I forgave him for when the reasons for it were revealed. Clay's ex-wife and his two kids were also pretty chill, his son doesn't appear much but I liked his feisty daughter Sam.
I love me a good May to December romance, and while the age gap here isn't giant - Ethan is 27 to Clay's 44 - it feels perhaps larger because of Ethan's vulnerability. There's also lots of first times which are deliciously sexy and sweet.
This is a perfect book for snuggling up with by a cosy fire.
Oh and a note on the dialogue - perfect. Clay spoke Aussie with a flair and an authenticity which I recognised from my own experiences Down Under.
#ARC kindly provided by the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
I fell for Ethan so hard, just like Clay did :) I wanted to punch really hard too, right in the "googlies" to coin a cricketing phrase.
Although this looks, on the surface, as a fairly typical "boy gets hurt, boy goes away solo, boy meets new boy" holiday style romance, it's far removed from that. For starters, Ethan is late-deafened with all the complications which come along with that and my heart just broke for him so many times while reading.
Clay though, oh Clay was just everything, even if he did have a moment when he behaved like the worst drongo, which I forgave him for when the reasons for it were revealed. Clay's ex-wife and his two kids were also pretty chill, his son doesn't appear much but I liked his feisty daughter Sam.
I love me a good May to December romance, and while the age gap here isn't giant - Ethan is 27 to Clay's 44 - it feels perhaps larger because of Ethan's vulnerability. There's also lots of first times which are deliciously sexy and sweet.
This is a perfect book for snuggling up with by a cosy fire.
Oh and a note on the dialogue - perfect. Clay spoke Aussie with a flair and an authenticity which I recognised from my own experiences Down Under.
#ARC kindly provided by the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
December 9, 2018
This book ticked two of my most favourites tropes:
age gap and firsts
But what impressed me most was how brilliantly Keira Andrews let us experience the world through the eyes - or rather ears - of a person who is hard of hearing. The daily hurdles they have to take, the frustration that comes with asking people to repeat stuff, not to talk about hearing aids and their pit falls. I will never look at a person HOH the same again. Thank you, Keira, for making an excellent case here!
As for the romance the words that popped into my head were: soft and mellow. and just what romance should be about!
While Ethan comes across as sweet, vulnerable and a bit needy, Clay oozes an aura of calm and laid back. I thoroughly enjoyed their romance and how things panned out, and Clay's introduction to gay sex 101 was totally up my street. Everything here felt totally real, honest and genuine.
The age gap is shortly touched upon, but is more or less not really an issue - the emphasis definitely lies with Ethan's 'recovery' and Clay figuring out who he really is.
For some reason though, this book did not resonate as deeply with me as others by this highly capable author. Maybe that is totally on me (I do like my angst and although there were some tight moments, this is not particularly angsty!).
All in all though a very pleasant and highly informative read!
age gap and firsts
But what impressed me most was how brilliantly Keira Andrews let us experience the world through the eyes - or rather ears - of a person who is hard of hearing. The daily hurdles they have to take, the frustration that comes with asking people to repeat stuff, not to talk about hearing aids and their pit falls. I will never look at a person HOH the same again. Thank you, Keira, for making an excellent case here!
As for the romance the words that popped into my head were: soft and mellow. and just what romance should be about!
While Ethan comes across as sweet, vulnerable and a bit needy, Clay oozes an aura of calm and laid back. I thoroughly enjoyed their romance and how things panned out, and Clay's introduction to gay sex 101 was totally up my street. Everything here felt totally real, honest and genuine.
The age gap is shortly touched upon, but is more or less not really an issue - the emphasis definitely lies with Ethan's 'recovery' and Clay figuring out who he really is.
For some reason though, this book did not resonate as deeply with me as others by this highly capable author. Maybe that is totally on me (I do like my angst and although there were some tight moments, this is not particularly angsty!).
All in all though a very pleasant and highly informative read!
November 17, 2019
3,5 stars
Again I'm in the minority here. Almost all my GR friends loved it to pieces! So many 5 stars reviews. Again maybe I expected too much, but this one kind of left me wanting more.
I usually love age gaps between the main characters, but here it didn't work for me. The romance was nice, but a little too predictable. Maybe it's just me here, not the book. Feel free to try it and if you enjoy low on angst stories, maybe you'll like it more than I did.
Again I'm in the minority here. Almost all my GR friends loved it to pieces! So many 5 stars reviews. Again maybe I expected too much, but this one kind of left me wanting more.
I usually love age gaps between the main characters, but here it didn't work for me. The romance was nice, but a little too predictable. Maybe it's just me here, not the book. Feel free to try it and if you enjoy low on angst stories, maybe you'll like it more than I did.
December 9, 2018
**** An Aussie and an American romance, down under !
Ethan became deaf later in life, his folks both passed away, and we see his insecurities, loneliness, and struggles. He's depressed as he navigates each day with his hearing aides and he's overwhelmed by the defect. When his fiance cheats, Ethan goes on his honeymoon to Australia alone. He realizes he and the ex should have quit their toxic relationship earlier, but he had hung on. Ethan....
* Clay, reddish short hair, stocky, 40,
with two kids, 22,and 24, is the driver on the tour. He's a nice guy who ends up being patient and helpful for Ethan.
* Ethan, mid twenties, lean, thick brown hair is going
to from Cairns to Sydney, snorkeling, hiking, and seeing the gorgeous scenery. Traveling has it's problems as we see Ethan try to understand all that is said and the strange word's meanings. Clay helps, as he's patient, understanding, kind and also sexy.
They hang out together, tell each other their stories, and get to know each other. Clay begins questioning his own life and feelings, and wonders why he's so attracted to Ethan, and why these deep desires have risen.
Beautifully written, we see there is someone who is right for everyone. The author handles different topics and we learn as we get our hearts and emotions rooting for the men. Ethan becomes less insecure under Clay's sincere attention. Is it perfect, no, but it smooths out later on.
A truly fresh romance and a glorious epilogue of six years later.
I recommend this tale. ENJOY !
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Thank you dear Hadis for the rec !
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Ethan became deaf later in life, his folks both passed away, and we see his insecurities, loneliness, and struggles. He's depressed as he navigates each day with his hearing aides and he's overwhelmed by the defect. When his fiance cheats, Ethan goes on his honeymoon to Australia alone. He realizes he and the ex should have quit their toxic relationship earlier, but he had hung on. Ethan....
* Clay, reddish short hair, stocky, 40,
with two kids, 22,and 24, is the driver on the tour. He's a nice guy who ends up being patient and helpful for Ethan.
* Ethan, mid twenties, lean, thick brown hair is going
to from Cairns to Sydney, snorkeling, hiking, and seeing the gorgeous scenery. Traveling has it's problems as we see Ethan try to understand all that is said and the strange word's meanings. Clay helps, as he's patient, understanding, kind and also sexy.
They hang out together, tell each other their stories, and get to know each other. Clay begins questioning his own life and feelings, and wonders why he's so attracted to Ethan, and why these deep desires have risen.
Beautifully written, we see there is someone who is right for everyone. The author handles different topics and we learn as we get our hearts and emotions rooting for the men. Ethan becomes less insecure under Clay's sincere attention. Is it perfect, no, but it smooths out later on.
A truly fresh romance and a glorious epilogue of six years later.
I recommend this tale. ENJOY !
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Thank you dear Hadis for the rec !
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