The quick read
Know the vibe before you commit
This m/m romance is often discussed for strong plot, explicit heat and strong chemistry. Predictable plot is the clearest recurring caution.
- Pairing
- M/M
- Setting
- Romance
- Dynamic
- M/M romance
- Heat
1/5 — Glimpses / kisses
- Pace
- Not specified
- Biggest divide
- Hopeful
The conversation around this book
What people talk about
These themes can help you judge the fit. They are not a rating or a promise that everyone will have the same experience.
What tends to work
Strong Plot
LGBT community struggles and queer history are interwoven with the plot in an intelligent, subtle way.
Explicit Heat
The sex scenes are fun.
Strong Chemistry
The excitement that builds as the two characters learn who they are within their relationship was intoxicating.
What may not work for you
Predictable Plot
Email plot was quite predictable.
Weak Plot
The romance plot wraps up at the 75% mark and the last quarter abruptly shifts to politics, with an unbelievable ending and an unnecessary blackmail plot.
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