shazov's review against another edition
4.0
This was a very interesting read. It was a constant battle for me between wanting to hug Denny or shake the stuffing out of him in frustration. At times I couldn't understand how Sully put up with it all.
A few little niggles prevented this from being a 5 star read (and no, the frustration wasn't one of them). I honestly can't recall there being any mention made of ages in the book, but more than a third in suddenly it seemed that there was a fair difference in age...but never truly clarified. And add to that, that suddenly at times Sully would refer to Denny as 'my boy' and it became even more of a annoying thing to have missed. Also the ending was quite abrupt, which isn't something I'm happy about either, but I hope that this gets corrected by the next book!
But even with these complaints, I really enjoyed this book.
A few little niggles prevented this from being a 5 star read (and no, the frustration wasn't one of them). I honestly can't recall there being any mention made of ages in the book, but more than a third in suddenly it seemed that there was a fair difference in age...but never truly clarified. And add to that, that suddenly at times Sully would refer to Denny as 'my boy' and it became even more of a annoying thing to have missed. Also the ending was quite abrupt, which isn't something I'm happy about either, but I hope that this gets corrected by the next book!
But even with these complaints, I really enjoyed this book.
jameswho86's review against another edition
3.0
Way too much sex for my taste. Seemed like that was the answer to every problem. Overall it was a sweet story of love.
msmiz95's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 - Sully and Denny are really good together. At first the story had all the earmarks of a complete fucked up angst fest with miscommunication, cheating and immature behavior. And guess what, it did not happen. While Denny had his moments, this story was well done and you could not help but really cheer for the two of these guys to pull through and for Denny to get his self pitying head out of his ass. (I am being harsh here. Denny's cards were stacked deep against him and he was after all only 25) Sully is a fantastic presence and really gets Denny enough to stick it out, be mature and really take the slow road to listen and understand Denny.
There is a lot in this story to set up Denny and Sully for failure - being in a traditionally homophobic profession, Denny is in his first gay relationship and a horrible accident - all typically recipes for our mains to blow it with each other. But we get something worth saving in this story.
My only real issue aside from Denny being just this side of annoying, was the abrupt ending. There was a slow build to their story and then it was as if the writers stepped on the gas to finish the last lap as quickly as possible. Well I hope they were happy because they won the race at the expense of having the turtle be successful.
There is a lot in this story to set up Denny and Sully for failure - being in a traditionally homophobic profession, Denny is in his first gay relationship and a horrible accident - all typically recipes for our mains to blow it with each other. But we get something worth saving in this story.
My only real issue aside from Denny being just this side of annoying, was the abrupt ending. There was a slow build to their story and then it was as if the writers stepped on the gas to finish the last lap as quickly as possible. Well I hope they were happy because they won the race at the expense of having the turtle be successful.
mearias's review
3.0
3.5 stars, maybe? Not sure.
I really liked the characters and I learned something new, which is always a good thing. Anah Crow and Dianne Fox are fantastic authors and I really enjoy their work. I definitely want to read more about the characters, although I guess I'm at a wait-and-see about the overall arc of the story.
Denny and Sully are likable characters and it's obvious they love each other. I find it interesting (in a good way) that they recognize that even love wouldn't have saved their relationship. That while the accident was bad, it did allow them to focus and help cement their relationship. Denny recognized that the issues he's dealing with needed to be addressed.
Sully and Denny seemed to be fitting into a D/s relationship, but it doesn't seem forced. It's more of Denny needing some release or grounding and Sully providing that for him. As Denny and Sully explore their relationship, the more this becomes apparent. Although, it doesn't seem as if Sully needs to be in control, he's just willing to do anything to help Denny. The authors do handle the interactions very well.
I'm not terribly familiar with racing, is it a truly homophobic sport? It seemed that both characters were terrified of being found out... just an observation, but it seemed paramount that no one know.
While I'll definitely read the next book in the series, I sincerely hope it's not one of those never-ending series some authors are good for.
I really liked the characters and I learned something new, which is always a good thing. Anah Crow and Dianne Fox are fantastic authors and I really enjoy their work. I definitely want to read more about the characters, although I guess I'm at a wait-and-see about the overall arc of the story.
Denny and Sully are likable characters and it's obvious they love each other. I find it interesting (in a good way) that they recognize that even love wouldn't have saved their relationship. That while the accident was bad, it did allow them to focus and help cement their relationship. Denny recognized that the issues he's dealing with needed to be addressed.
Sully and Denny seemed to be fitting into a D/s relationship, but it doesn't seem forced. It's more of Denny needing some release or grounding and Sully providing that for him. As Denny and Sully explore their relationship, the more this becomes apparent. Although, it doesn't seem as if Sully needs to be in control, he's just willing to do anything to help Denny. The authors do handle the interactions very well.
I'm not terribly familiar with racing, is it a truly homophobic sport? It seemed that both characters were terrified of being found out... just an observation, but it seemed paramount that no one know.
While I'll definitely read the next book in the series, I sincerely hope it's not one of those never-ending series some authors are good for.
lauraadriana78's review
4.0
3.5 Stars
Denny races cars and he's good at it. Racing got him out of the trailer park and a life that he'd rather not recall. He's with Sully now, who runs his crew and as much as Denny cannot bear to even think to admit it the man he loves.
LOVES, like FOR LIFE in love. Sully won't cut him any slack though he WILL be Denny's man.
So after a crash leaves Denny starting over and with his racing career possibly finished. Denny and Sully finally take the hard steps to face the world. The sex was so hot it melted my addled brains, these men were so in love, so very sweet.
It was a bit too sweet at times and Denny annoyed but still berg enjoyable. The ending was rushed, that took my rating down.
Still, if you like these authors this is a for sure!
Denny races cars and he's good at it. Racing got him out of the trailer park and a life that he'd rather not recall. He's with Sully now, who runs his crew and as much as Denny cannot bear to even think to admit it the man he loves.
LOVES, like FOR LIFE in love. Sully won't cut him any slack though he WILL be Denny's man.
So after a crash leaves Denny starting over and with his racing career possibly finished. Denny and Sully finally take the hard steps to face the world. The sex was so hot it melted my addled brains, these men were so in love, so very sweet.
It was a bit too sweet at times and Denny annoyed but still berg enjoyable. The ending was rushed, that took my rating down.
Still, if you like these authors this is a for sure!
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