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caiacassiopeia's review
4.0
Audio
Michael Dean
Disability rep
Chronic illness rep
!! Plot deals with terminal ill children !!
Michael Dean
Disability rep
Chronic illness rep
!! Plot deals with terminal ill children !!
hannahthebookdragon's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
aboulle's review against another edition
4.0
This is an intriguing series and I really like the concept. Jet works at the Carnal Tower and meets Taylor in an adorable meet-cute at the mall when a sick kid wants him to act as Daredevil for a photoshoot. Taylor was previously hurt and has little to no self esteem and it is great to see him start to open up when spending time with Jet.
Based on both books it seems like the men that end up dating someone from the Carnal Tower have a lack of self worth and I really wish that would change but I can see how that would be the primary person interested in having to continually share their significant other. What I would like to have seen would be how Taylor overcomes having to know that Jet is with others, especially since he has been cheated on in the past.
Overall a good addition to the series and I really liked Jet as a character as I had anticipated from the 1st book.
Based on both books it seems like the men that end up dating someone from the Carnal Tower have a lack of self worth and I really wish that would change but I can see how that would be the primary person interested in having to continually share their significant other. What I would like to have seen would be how Taylor overcomes having to know that Jet is with others, especially since he has been cheated on in the past.
Overall a good addition to the series and I really liked Jet as a character as I had anticipated from the 1st book.
jennybuysbooks's review
3.5
Okay I really liked this. Taylor and Jet were adorable and steamy and I don’t know if I’ve ever read a book from a blind person’s POV but it was so interesting and I really enjoyed it. BUT they referred to each other as “lover” so many times and I just cannot. It didn’t ruin the story or anything but I did hate it.
buffyloverlori's review
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
louloureadsbooks's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 stars. Not terrible but a bit generic/like the other one. I'm done.
stabbyreaderxb's review against another edition
4.0
MC(s): Jet & Taylor
MM • Sin of Sloth •photographer • opposites attract
Sloth wanted to make Taylor serve, and Jet wanted to hold him close while it was happening.
I was looking so forward to Jet's book since he first showed up in Book 1 - the way HE DELIVERED
MM • Sin of Sloth •photographer • opposites attract
Sloth wanted to make Taylor serve, and Jet wanted to hold him close while it was happening.
I was looking so forward to Jet's book since he first showed up in Book 1 - the way HE DELIVERED
kaitlin_durante's review against another edition
4.0
[I received a digital arc for an honest review]
Waiting on Forever is the second book in the E.M. Lindsey series the Carnal Tower. Jet embodies Sloth at the Tower but longs for some normalcy that his lifestyle and disability keep at arm's length. He finds himself drawn to the mall where he can just exist. He doesn’t expect to be approached by the mall’s resident family photographer looking for a favor. Taylor never expected the beautiful man at the pretzel stand to give him the time of day let alone keep showing up and being interested in him. Jet finds an instant connection with Taylor that he’s rarely felt and hopes more can happen between but is Taylor willing to put his past behind him and accept Jet, lifestyle and all.
Jet has been dealing with judgment and dismissal since childhood when his parents decided his disability was easier to handle from a distance. He only trusts his fellow sins at the Tower and only goes to the mall to get away from the heavy weight of being Sloth. He never expects to find friendship not only with Taylor but with Maya. Both immediately don’t treat him with kid gloves and appreciate him as a person not a sin. Taylor is a breath of fresh air and he just wants to be around him as much as possible. Jet understands that his occupation is more than most men could handle but hopes that Taylor is able to look beyond it because their connection is so special.
This man was all Jet. There wasn’t a hint of his Sin in the room with them. And that was precious, Taylor knew. That was something Jet didn’t share with anyone else.
Taylor doesn’t see himself as anymore more than an average guy who can’t seem to manage a relationship. He is still burned by his past relationship ending in cheating without remorse and struggles to not relate that to his worth as a partner. Jet immediately blows him away with his beautiful appearance and falls even faster for the sweetness he shows to strangers. Taylor knows he wants to be with Jet in every way possible but knows that his lifestyle as Sloth will be difficult at times. Once he’s able to see all sides of Jet, he knows even more that he’s worth every struggle they may endure.
“That way I could lie down on top of you and stay there and claim you.”
“I’m a big fan of that idea,” Taylor said, his voice going soft again. He stroked his fingers down the back of Jet’s neck making him want to purr like a cat.
“I’m already yours.”
Waiting on Forever is an emotionally heavy read where two men try to decide if they can put away their baggage and move forward towards a future together. Both Jet and Taylor find a friend is Maya, an employee at the pretzel stand who isn’t afraid to call them out and meddle when the two men need a push towards each other. The other sins recognize Jet’s longing for a romantic partner who can handle him and encourage him to try with Taylor. Disability is handled tastefully as E.M. Lindsey always does. Also the understanding that the Tower is not always about sexual pleasure but can also be an outlet for expressing needs that may not be understood by society. I continue to look forward to seeing the sins meet their matches.
4 stars for Jet and Taylor finding forever together.
Waiting on Forever is the second book in the E.M. Lindsey series the Carnal Tower. Jet embodies Sloth at the Tower but longs for some normalcy that his lifestyle and disability keep at arm's length. He finds himself drawn to the mall where he can just exist. He doesn’t expect to be approached by the mall’s resident family photographer looking for a favor. Taylor never expected the beautiful man at the pretzel stand to give him the time of day let alone keep showing up and being interested in him. Jet finds an instant connection with Taylor that he’s rarely felt and hopes more can happen between but is Taylor willing to put his past behind him and accept Jet, lifestyle and all.
Jet has been dealing with judgment and dismissal since childhood when his parents decided his disability was easier to handle from a distance. He only trusts his fellow sins at the Tower and only goes to the mall to get away from the heavy weight of being Sloth. He never expects to find friendship not only with Taylor but with Maya. Both immediately don’t treat him with kid gloves and appreciate him as a person not a sin. Taylor is a breath of fresh air and he just wants to be around him as much as possible. Jet understands that his occupation is more than most men could handle but hopes that Taylor is able to look beyond it because their connection is so special.
This man was all Jet. There wasn’t a hint of his Sin in the room with them. And that was precious, Taylor knew. That was something Jet didn’t share with anyone else.
Taylor doesn’t see himself as anymore more than an average guy who can’t seem to manage a relationship. He is still burned by his past relationship ending in cheating without remorse and struggles to not relate that to his worth as a partner. Jet immediately blows him away with his beautiful appearance and falls even faster for the sweetness he shows to strangers. Taylor knows he wants to be with Jet in every way possible but knows that his lifestyle as Sloth will be difficult at times. Once he’s able to see all sides of Jet, he knows even more that he’s worth every struggle they may endure.
“That way I could lie down on top of you and stay there and claim you.”
“I’m a big fan of that idea,” Taylor said, his voice going soft again. He stroked his fingers down the back of Jet’s neck making him want to purr like a cat.
“I’m already yours.”
Waiting on Forever is an emotionally heavy read where two men try to decide if they can put away their baggage and move forward towards a future together. Both Jet and Taylor find a friend is Maya, an employee at the pretzel stand who isn’t afraid to call them out and meddle when the two men need a push towards each other. The other sins recognize Jet’s longing for a romantic partner who can handle him and encourage him to try with Taylor. Disability is handled tastefully as E.M. Lindsey always does. Also the understanding that the Tower is not always about sexual pleasure but can also be an outlet for expressing needs that may not be understood by society. I continue to look forward to seeing the sins meet their matches.
4 stars for Jet and Taylor finding forever together.
ofbooksandromance's review against another edition
4.0
RTC but I enjoyed this one way more than I thought I would. Which is a testament to how much I enjoyed this book because this book is about a plot point that isn’t always my favourite in books and somehow this book made me love it. I just adored so much of this book and I had such a good time reading it. This book was so sweet and I really enjoyed that. I really enjoyed this book’s world too.
I just had a lot fun reading this book, this was just a really great reading experience for me.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
I just had a lot fun reading this book, this was just a really great reading experience for me.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
creativelifeofliz's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Taylor and Jet were really cute and I appreciated seeing how Jet navigated the world without sight.