Reunited by Felice Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
*~~*ARC kindly provided by the author to me in exchange for an honest review *~~*
Ryder Daniels and Jason Mallory seem to have it all but even the most loving marriage takes work. Ryder’s past leads him to remain silent yet resentful in the face of conflict while Jason strives to prove he can take care of his family without Ryder’s wealth, even if it costs him precious time with his husband and daughter.
When a devastating illness leaves them shaken and helpless, Ryder is forced to face the one person he never thought to see again with a life or death request that even he isn’t sure will be granted, but his decisions have far-reaching consequences. Believing he and Ryder have no secrets, Jason is distraught to discover otherwise, revealing yet another crack in their once-perfect relationship.
Adrift and uncertain, both struggle to hold onto a love previously thought unshakable. A forbidden past is exposed, shocking Ryder to the core, but it means little without Jason by his side. Marriage is a true partnership and both men must learn that only by working through their pain and heartbreak together can they achieve a lifetime of love.
When I first read about the continuation of the Rescued Heart series I was over the moon. But was also curious. I couldn’t really think about a way how to make the first book even better, how to create a second novel when the first was “complete”. But Felice Stevens did it… again.
The blurb this time saying it isn’t the sunny-perfect life Ryder and Jason have, or at least their happy bubble seems to burst.
They are united since 4 years, happy married and have their daughter Gemma but certain circumstances bring the young, small family to its limits.
It is heart-clenching but also typical Felice Stevens to help the reader through the difficult parts. It also shows the great bond of Ryder and Jason, who are blessed with their sweet, awesome daughter Gemma.
Gemma is besides the both guys the focus in this story and you totally love her right from the start. She is a girl you wish as your own daughter, grand- or goddaughter or niece. Or simly around you. Such a heart-warming charming girl. And you hope so heavily for her. So, so much.
The other part of the book is about Ryder’s family, and both have to connect with someone they would lovely avoid.
Without revealing too much you have with this book a great mix of (low) angst and happy scenes. It is spiked with sexy erotical interactions, hot and steamy, but wonderful emotional. It hits you right in the heart. ❤
Also does the book show you: even the best couple argue and have to deal with problems. This way it makes the character even more “human” and you are bonded to them on a deeper lever than before. They aren’t the abstract “perfect” people who can endure everything. You really feel the love Felice had for their character and it rub to you as a reader, too.
A great book of the series. It is heavy emotional stuff but your heart will be set together again.
5 out of 5 stars. I’m (positive) done…. ❤
Have a look at the superb cover ❤
RELEASE BLITZ
Title: Reunited
Series: Rescued Heart # 2
Author: Felice Stevens
Genre: M/M Romance
Release Date: January 31, 2017
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EXCERPT
“Daddy!”
Four-year-old Gemma’s plaintive cry split the night. Ryder squinted at the glowing numbers on the digital clock next to his bed. Three a.m. Shit. Nothing good ever happened at this hour of the night, or morning, if he wanted to get technical. Maybe it was a bad dream, even though Gemma rarely woke up at night anymore.
He settled down beneath the warmth of the comforter, preparing to fall back asleep. Jason moved closer to him, and Ryder slid his foot down Jason’s calf, relishing the scrape of his hairy leg. As long as he was up, it shouldn’t be a total loss. Ryder kissed Jason’s naked shoulder and licked up his strong neck, the steady pulse of life quickening beneath his lips. Jason’s sighs spurred him on, and Ryder smiled to himself, unsure whether his husband was fully awake, but that didn’t stop him from palming Jason’s ass and giving it a hard squeeze.
“Daddy, please. Come.”
Damn. No use. Fully awake now, Ryder slid out of bed, immediately missing Jason’s solid heat. Longingly he gazed back down at him splayed out in the center of the bed and shook his head with dismay. The man worked too damn hard. Jason had collapsed after they put Gemma to sleep the night before, barely able to stifle his yawns long enough to eat dinner. Mallory Brothers Construction had taken off in the past few years, and though Jason and Liam had hired several other architects and construction engineers to help alleviate the load of work they took on, Jason still tried to be as hands-on as possible. He and Ryder had numerous discussions about his long hours and how they kept him from being home with Gemma, but Jason insisted his presence was necessary, and Ryder backed off, unwilling to argue about it.
The past few weeks, Ryder tried to push dinner later and later, but Gemma had fallen asleep at the dinner table too many times for that to remain feasible. He loved the quiet times at night when they’d sit together and he’d read her a bedtime story, but Ryder missed having Jason beside him, sharing those special moments. The last thing Ryder wanted was for Jason to work so hard he missed Gemma’s childhood; his own father had missed his and Landon’s childhoods by burying himself in his work. Ryder wouldn’t allow Jason to do that, but he had to find a way to tell Jason without him getting upset.
“What’s wrong?” Jason mumbled, his face buried in the pillow. “I had a dream someone was copping a feel.” He turned his cheek on the pillow and mustered a tired smile. “Thought I was gonna get lucky.”
“You were about to, but Gemma woke up before I could make your dreams come true. Go back to sleep, babe.” Ryder leaned down to kiss Jason’s stubble-rough cheek. “She probably had a bad dream.”
“Mmm. Well, hurry back. I was dreaming of the beach, and you were my hot cabana boy.” He wiggled his ass. “I’m ready for my massage.”
Ryder snorted and rolled his eyes. “You’re insane.” But he couldn’t help kissing Jason’s smooth shoulder again. “Be right back,” he whispered against Jason’s skin, but all he received was an answering sleepy sigh.
ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE RESCUED HEARTS SERIES
Book #1 Rescued
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Author bio – Felice Stevens
I have always been a romantic at heart. I believe that while life is tough, there is always a happy ending around the corner, my characters have to work for it, however. Like life in NYC, nothing comes easy and that includes love.
I live in New York City with my husband and two children and hopefully soon a cat of my own. My day begins with a lot of caffeine and ends with a glass or two of red wine. I practice law but daydream of a time when I can sit by a beach somewhere and write beautiful stories of men falling in love. Although there is bound to be a few bumps along the way, a Happily Ever After is always guaranteed.
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