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bookandcoffeeaddict's review against another edition
5.0
A.M. Arthur is back at it again with Come What May, the first book in the new All Saints series – Arthur’s third trilogy set in a fictional version of Wilmington, Delaware. This book can be read on its own, but if you’re a fan of Arthur’s Restoration or Belonging series (set in the same fictional version of Wilmington, Delaware) you’ll recognize a few familiar faces and landmarks.
Come What May is the story of twenty-one year old Jonas Ashcraft, who’s drowning under the expectations of society in general and his father in particular, and the lifeline he finds in the arms of street smart Tate Dawson.
Jonas has lived what others might see as a charmed life as the son of a state senator. College, frat, girls – Jonas is living the American dream set out for him by his conservative father – until he messes up and gets himself temporarily expelled from school. Now Jonas is living with an aunt and uncle he’s little more than strangers with and working at their thrift store as punishment for his sins. Although it seems like hell to the pampered college boy in the beginning, he quickly realizes it’s just the wake-up call he needs – and it all starts when he meets Tate.
Tate has never been handed anything in his life. Orphaned at a young age, he had to work hard to keep him and his sisters together and now runs a homeless shelter for LGBT teens. When Tate meets Jonas, he immediately endeavors to strike up a friendship for less than altruistic reasons, but as the two actually start spending time together he sees Jonas is in need of a real, genuine friend. For all Jonas’ “model gorgeous” looks, his self-esteem is crap and he’s in deep denial about his sexuality.
Things move quickly between Jonas and Tate and it’s fairly obvious from very early on that pretty deep feelings simmer just below the surface. The pair barely manages to stay “just friends” for a very short period before they can’t keep their hands off each other. Poor Jonas goes through a lot in his journey to come out, from under the shadow his soul-crushing, domineering father, as well as being comfortable in his own sexuality, and the deep bond the two guys forge really is a lifeline for them both – it’s a pretty emotional ride, one that held my rapt attention and even had me crying at parts.
Emotional, captivating, romantic, and sexy – A.M. Arthur hit one out of the park once again with Come What May. I have honestly never read an A.M. Arthur book that disappoints and I can’t wait for the next book in the All Saints series, Say It Right.
*I received an ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
Merged review:
A.M. Arthur is back at it again with Come What May, the first book in the new All Saints series – Arthur’s third trilogy set in a fictional version of Wilmington, Delaware. This book can be read on its own, but if you’re a fan of Arthur’s Restoration or Belonging series (set in the same fictional version of Wilmington, Delaware) you’ll recognize a few familiar faces and landmarks.
Come What May is the story of twenty-one year old Jonas Ashcraft, who’s drowning under the expectations of society in general and his father in particular, and the lifeline he finds in the arms of street smart Tate Dawson.
Jonas has lived what others might see as a charmed life as the son of a state senator. College, frat, girls – Jonas is living the American dream set out for him by his conservative father – until he messes up and gets himself temporarily expelled from school. Now Jonas is living with an aunt and uncle he’s little more than strangers with and working at their thrift store as punishment for his sins. Although it seems like hell to the pampered college boy in the beginning, he quickly realizes it’s just the wake-up call he needs – and it all starts when he meets Tate.
Tate has never been handed anything in his life. Orphaned at a young age, he had to work hard to keep him and his sisters together and now runs a homeless shelter for LGBT teens. When Tate meets Jonas, he immediately endeavors to strike up a friendship for less than altruistic reasons, but as the two actually start spending time together he sees Jonas is in need of a real, genuine friend. For all Jonas’ “model gorgeous” looks, his self-esteem is crap and he’s in deep denial about his sexuality.
Things move quickly between Jonas and Tate and it’s fairly obvious from very early on that pretty deep feelings simmer just below the surface. The pair barely manages to stay “just friends” for a very short period before they can’t keep their hands off each other. Poor Jonas goes through a lot in his journey to come out, from under the shadow his soul-crushing, domineering father, as well as being comfortable in his own sexuality, and the deep bond the two guys forge really is a lifeline for them both – it’s a pretty emotional ride, one that held my rapt attention and even had me crying at parts.
Emotional, captivating, romantic, and sexy – A.M. Arthur hit one out of the park once again with Come What May. I have honestly never read an A.M. Arthur book that disappoints and I can’t wait for the next book in the All Saints series, Say It Right.
*I received an ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
Come What May is the story of twenty-one year old Jonas Ashcraft, who’s drowning under the expectations of society in general and his father in particular, and the lifeline he finds in the arms of street smart Tate Dawson.
Jonas has lived what others might see as a charmed life as the son of a state senator. College, frat, girls – Jonas is living the American dream set out for him by his conservative father – until he messes up and gets himself temporarily expelled from school. Now Jonas is living with an aunt and uncle he’s little more than strangers with and working at their thrift store as punishment for his sins. Although it seems like hell to the pampered college boy in the beginning, he quickly realizes it’s just the wake-up call he needs – and it all starts when he meets Tate.
Tate has never been handed anything in his life. Orphaned at a young age, he had to work hard to keep him and his sisters together and now runs a homeless shelter for LGBT teens. When Tate meets Jonas, he immediately endeavors to strike up a friendship for less than altruistic reasons, but as the two actually start spending time together he sees Jonas is in need of a real, genuine friend. For all Jonas’ “model gorgeous” looks, his self-esteem is crap and he’s in deep denial about his sexuality.
Things move quickly between Jonas and Tate and it’s fairly obvious from very early on that pretty deep feelings simmer just below the surface. The pair barely manages to stay “just friends” for a very short period before they can’t keep their hands off each other. Poor Jonas goes through a lot in his journey to come out, from under the shadow his soul-crushing, domineering father, as well as being comfortable in his own sexuality, and the deep bond the two guys forge really is a lifeline for them both – it’s a pretty emotional ride, one that held my rapt attention and even had me crying at parts.
Emotional, captivating, romantic, and sexy – A.M. Arthur hit one out of the park once again with Come What May. I have honestly never read an A.M. Arthur book that disappoints and I can’t wait for the next book in the All Saints series, Say It Right.
*I received an ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
Merged review:
A.M. Arthur is back at it again with Come What May, the first book in the new All Saints series – Arthur’s third trilogy set in a fictional version of Wilmington, Delaware. This book can be read on its own, but if you’re a fan of Arthur’s Restoration or Belonging series (set in the same fictional version of Wilmington, Delaware) you’ll recognize a few familiar faces and landmarks.
Come What May is the story of twenty-one year old Jonas Ashcraft, who’s drowning under the expectations of society in general and his father in particular, and the lifeline he finds in the arms of street smart Tate Dawson.
Jonas has lived what others might see as a charmed life as the son of a state senator. College, frat, girls – Jonas is living the American dream set out for him by his conservative father – until he messes up and gets himself temporarily expelled from school. Now Jonas is living with an aunt and uncle he’s little more than strangers with and working at their thrift store as punishment for his sins. Although it seems like hell to the pampered college boy in the beginning, he quickly realizes it’s just the wake-up call he needs – and it all starts when he meets Tate.
Tate has never been handed anything in his life. Orphaned at a young age, he had to work hard to keep him and his sisters together and now runs a homeless shelter for LGBT teens. When Tate meets Jonas, he immediately endeavors to strike up a friendship for less than altruistic reasons, but as the two actually start spending time together he sees Jonas is in need of a real, genuine friend. For all Jonas’ “model gorgeous” looks, his self-esteem is crap and he’s in deep denial about his sexuality.
Things move quickly between Jonas and Tate and it’s fairly obvious from very early on that pretty deep feelings simmer just below the surface. The pair barely manages to stay “just friends” for a very short period before they can’t keep their hands off each other. Poor Jonas goes through a lot in his journey to come out, from under the shadow his soul-crushing, domineering father, as well as being comfortable in his own sexuality, and the deep bond the two guys forge really is a lifeline for them both – it’s a pretty emotional ride, one that held my rapt attention and even had me crying at parts.
Emotional, captivating, romantic, and sexy – A.M. Arthur hit one out of the park once again with Come What May. I have honestly never read an A.M. Arthur book that disappoints and I can’t wait for the next book in the All Saints series, Say It Right.
*I received an ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
silentsyren's review against another edition
I expect to have eye roll moments when reading m/m romance. But this one left me baffled. For one: bisexuality exists. And another: you're telling me Levi is going to keep going after Jonas just cuz he's hot, and ignoring the atrocious and ignorant personality? Please. Stopped reading the moment Jonas went from rich frat boy to closeted sweetheart in a page.
DNF at 18%
DNF at 18%
blurrypetals's review against another edition
3.0
I got this in an Audible 2-for-1 deal with In the Middle of Somewhere and, since I tried reading a fantasy last night and immediately NOPE'd out of that, I decided to read a few more romances for the time being and, since I just got this, here we are.
I didn't like this nearly as much as In the Middle of Somewhere or really even its inferior sequels, but it was pretty cute. I thought it was interesting, comparing the two of them, seeing as they're both gay romance stories I bought at the same time and read nearly one right after the other, but also because they both were published around the same time--it's interesting because they hit a few of the exact same story beats. WHAT. I mean, yeah, you're going to run into a bit of that, what with the idea of coming out to your parents, being safe in a country that still doesn't 1000% support your sexuality, but there were a couple of uncannily similar things I couldn't help but notice, like...
- Tate works with less fortunate LGBTQ+ kids, just like Raphael did in Out of Nowhere
- It turns out Jonas has a learning disability that's inhibiting his ability to work conventional jobs, just like Rex with his dyslexia in In the Middle of Somewhere
- Both sequels to the first books in their series feature a Latino man who was in the first book but is now a main character
- The third books in both series feature a guy named Will, who was a character also featured in the first books
- The first books feature a city boy moving to a smaller, quieter place and finding his real home there through the people that live there
I'm sure if I read the sequels to this book and thought about it some more, I could find some more, but I thought it was just an interesting coincidence (and I do genuinely believe it's a coincidence).
Anyway this was fun junk food as per usual but it wasn't anything special like In the Middle of Somewhere felt like to me so I don't think I'll be reading the sequels, but who knows maybe I'll come back to them one rainy day to treat myself to a little bit of smut and cute fluff.
P.S. I think it's pretty hilarious the book is actually named after the song from Moulin Rouge because every time I looked at the title, the song would pop into my head so when they actually watched the movie in the book (twice) and literally ended the book talking about the movie, I just about lost my shit laughing about it.
I didn't like this nearly as much as In the Middle of Somewhere or really even its inferior sequels, but it was pretty cute. I thought it was interesting, comparing the two of them, seeing as they're both gay romance stories I bought at the same time and read nearly one right after the other, but also because they both were published around the same time--it's interesting because they hit a few of the exact same story beats. WHAT. I mean, yeah, you're going to run into a bit of that, what with the idea of coming out to your parents, being safe in a country that still doesn't 1000% support your sexuality, but there were a couple of uncannily similar things I couldn't help but notice, like...
- Tate works with less fortunate LGBTQ+ kids, just like Raphael did in Out of Nowhere
- It turns out Jonas has a learning disability that's inhibiting his ability to work conventional jobs, just like Rex with his dyslexia in In the Middle of Somewhere
- Both sequels to the first books in their series feature a Latino man who was in the first book but is now a main character
- The third books in both series feature a guy named Will, who was a character also featured in the first books
- The first books feature a city boy moving to a smaller, quieter place and finding his real home there through the people that live there
I'm sure if I read the sequels to this book and thought about it some more, I could find some more, but I thought it was just an interesting coincidence (and I do genuinely believe it's a coincidence).
Anyway this was fun junk food as per usual but it wasn't anything special like In the Middle of Somewhere felt like to me so I don't think I'll be reading the sequels, but who knows maybe I'll come back to them one rainy day to treat myself to a little bit of smut and cute fluff.
P.S. I think it's pretty hilarious the book is actually named after the song from Moulin Rouge because every time I looked at the title, the song would pop into my head so when they actually watched the movie in the book (twice) and literally ended the book talking about the movie, I just about lost my shit laughing about it.
sarahsupastar's review against another edition
Elements of the book were annoying me, but it wasn't enough to fully put me off. Then there was coercive sexual assault under the threat of false rape accusations, and I decided I was done.
saya27's review against another edition
4.0
3.75/5
That was sweet.
Maybe too "easy" at times but that was enjoyable!
That was sweet.
Maybe too "easy" at times but that was enjoyable!
lyricalkris's review against another edition
4.0
This book turned out really good! I loved the realism about the things that were dealt with. I love the issues brought up. These boys were really great.
Definitely going to look up the rest of the series when I have a chance. Good read.
Don't be afraid to use hard words--rape, abortion. No shame. Thank you, dear author, for dealing with these things with respect.
Definitely going to look up the rest of the series when I have a chance. Good read.
Don't be afraid to use hard words--rape, abortion. No shame. Thank you, dear author, for dealing with these things with respect.
millennialhissyfit's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
Fun and slightly predictable. Well written spicyness. Have always enjoyed this author and will continue to read!
Fun and slightly predictable. Well written spicyness. Have always enjoyed this author and will continue to read!
littleredbook's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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? Yes
3.75
sharshell's review
4.0
**I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads.**
After a fraternity hazing goes wrong Jonas Ashcroft finds himself expelled for the year. He's father's solution was to send him live with his aunt and uncle because of the trouble he's caused. His father wants him to learn to be responsible, working in Doris and Raymond's thrift shop is the perfect place to do that. Jonas has worked hard to be everything his father wants him to be. Jonas doesn't know what it is he himself wants but he knows what he is doing right now isn't making him happy.
Tate has had a hard upbringing, both his parents died leaving him to fight for custody of both of his sisters. He and his partners open a homeless shelter for LGBT teenagers. He's proud of what he's accomplished at a young age. Anything he can do to help the kids stay safe even if it's for one night at a time.
Tate is intrigued by Jonas. His looks are what first grab his interest but the glimpse of the man hiding underneath that gorgeous face is what keeps him interested. He sees the confusion, the hurt and knows he needs to help him in any way he can.
Jonas and Tate are an adorable pair. They both have their own issues and horrible pasts but being together is the safe place they both need.
After a fraternity hazing goes wrong Jonas Ashcroft finds himself expelled for the year. He's father's solution was to send him live with his aunt and uncle because of the trouble he's caused. His father wants him to learn to be responsible, working in Doris and Raymond's thrift shop is the perfect place to do that. Jonas has worked hard to be everything his father wants him to be. Jonas doesn't know what it is he himself wants but he knows what he is doing right now isn't making him happy.
Tate has had a hard upbringing, both his parents died leaving him to fight for custody of both of his sisters. He and his partners open a homeless shelter for LGBT teenagers. He's proud of what he's accomplished at a young age. Anything he can do to help the kids stay safe even if it's for one night at a time.
Tate is intrigued by Jonas. His looks are what first grab his interest but the glimpse of the man hiding underneath that gorgeous face is what keeps him interested. He sees the confusion, the hurt and knows he needs to help him in any way he can.
Jonas and Tate are an adorable pair. They both have their own issues and horrible pasts but being together is the safe place they both need.
tyshaw001's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0