Reviews

Ache by Marley Valentine

bee995's review against another edition

emotional inspiring reflective sad 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? It's complicated

5.0

erharry's review against another edition

emotional hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

lupi_reads's review against another edition

emotional reflective sad fast-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? No

5.0

seentiya's review against another edition

3.0

I feel like communication would have helped them in this book a lot!! 

kristinab1985's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

cherry_blossom343's review against another edition

emotional hopeful sad tense fast-paced

3.25

sarahsbookden's review against another edition

4.0

I found this book and one other by Marley in a facebook group and I am SO GLAD I dove in, I read them both in 1 day. Jordan and Gael have been friends their entire lives with unrequited love for one another. Gael is now engaged, and Jordan being his best friend first and always plans an epic bachelor party for him in Vegas. I loved just about every character in this book, it well driven with plenty of simmering moments that lead to a boil over. The angst was incredibly and made my chest hurt. It was so great. I immediately dove in to the next book.

sharshell's review against another edition

5.0

**I was given a copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads.**

I was absolutely invested in Ache. I couldn't get enough of these characters.

One last weekend away before Gael gets married. What can happen in a weekend?


Jordan has been in love with Gael for a long as he can remember. Gael is Jordan's straight best friend. Jordan has learned to control his emotions when it comes to Gael and promises himself he'll do anything to not ruin that friendship.

Gael has always known Jordan's feelings for him. They've always been close and have that special bond. A big that can't be broken.

One weekend that weekend has Gael questioning everything.

Ache was so emotionally charged. The longing that Jordan felt. The sudden realization Gael has. It's such a beautiful read. I love Marley Valentines m/m. They are always such a great read!

ltcreads40's review against another edition

5.0

An emotional and heart-wrenching romance between life-long best friends, Gael and Jordan. The chemistry between these two men sizzled throughout the book. Their story came with lusting and secret crushes, a weekend in Vegas and undeniable feelings, a huge bump in the road but with a happily ever after. This book may break you down but it definitely builds you back up. If you want angst, friends to lovers, hot chemistry, then pick this one up!

caseroo7's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring 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

5.0