Blurb: Artist Kellus Hardin let love and loyalty cloud his past decisions, a mistake he definitely won’t make again. Now, lost and alone, he’s left to pick up the shattered pieces of his broken heart while facing the truth of his reality.
Arik Layne exudes power, confidence, and determination. But when an encounter with the guarded artist shakes him to the core and alters all his future goals, he finds more than just his heart on the line.
For Kellus, opening himself to love isn’t an option.
All Arik wants is to make the artist his.
Can love create a masterpiece when it’s painted on your heart?
This may contain spoilers.
Now, this isn’t quite a backlog review, as I just finished reading this book this month. I know! I know! I haven’t been as active or up-to-date with all the books coming out lately because, well, adulting demands attention. But let’s not dwell on that. Straight to the point: I absolutely loved this book. LOVED IT.
There aren’t many authors who create main characters with HIV, most likely due to the stigma attached to it. Unfortunately, that stigma in real life tends to seep into the literature we consume as well. I’ve come across few books with main characters afflicted by HIV that are as well-crafted and compelling as this one. I truly appreciated what the author did here. It was touching.
The story is incredibly emotional, perhaps the most angst-filled book by these authors. The sorrow emanating from Kellus is almost tangible on every page. The lost love, lost respect, lost lover… it’s heartbreaking.
Arik’s entrance into his life is like a lifeline. He is exactly what Kellus needed in order to move forward. The intensity of their chemistry is undeniable, and their love feels genuine. It wasn’t rushed, but it wasn’t dragging its feet either. They took their time.
Arik’s role in helping Kellus heal is beautiful. I’m deeply moved by these two characters.
While there are moments of frustration throughout the story, they are overshadowed by Arik’s personality and Kellus’s acceptance of love and loss.
I simply want to express my gratitude to the authors for creating this beautiful book. Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
About The Author
Best Selling Author Kindle Alexander is an innovative writer, and a genre-crosser who writes classic fantasy, romance, suspense, and erotica in the male/male genre. It’s always a surprise to see what’s coming next!
Find out more by visiting http://www.kindlealexander.com or email me at kindle@kindlealexander.com
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