Exposed by Skylar M. Cates

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After years of running from a traumatic secret, young journalist Rafe Quintero is making his way in the world alone. Now that he’s landed a job at a Miami newspaper, he’s hungry for success. His goal? A blistering exposé on closeted PGA golfer Daniel Andrews. Rafe will stop at nothing to get the scoop—even if it means going undercover on Daniel’s private yacht.

Daniel is used to being in the spotlight, but his reputation for being cold and unfriendly hasn’t made him very popular. Still reeling from his mother’s death and his ex-boyfriend’s engagement, he hides out on his yacht to escape the press hounding his every step. His instant attraction to Rafe, his new crew member, is a problem he can't ignore.

When Rafe and Daniel begin a steamy affair, Rafe knows it’s only a matter of time before Daniel discovers his betrayal. Now he has to choose: confess and hope Daniel can swallow his pride and forgive him, or put his ambition ahead of his heart and follow the story 

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Exposed is an interesting read by Skylar M Cates. It starts off a little slow, but it didn't take long to have me obsessed with the story.

Daniel's a PGA golfer who is wanted by the press. Everyone wants to know why he walked away from the game and they want to prove he's gay. The adventure starts with an undercover reporter assignment by Rafe, as he takes a job on Daniel's yacht. 

What follows is a sweet romance between two men who clearly compliment one another well, all developing upon lies of omission. My heart was breaking for these two. I truly enjoy them together and wish they didn't have a game changing obstacle in their way.

They are hot together, they are open and mostly honest with one another, and they trust one another. But then...

When the angst hits, I was gutted. It was no surprise, but it had me hurting none the less. I felt every single second of the betrayal and pain.

Sports romance are my go-to, as I am utterly addicted to them. With Daniel being a golfer, I love the sports aspect of this story. That said, if you are not a sports fan, take note that this book takes place away from the game. Rather, this is a tale exploring the greedy nature of the press to invade every aspect of famous people's lives. Every second of that is realistic and well written. 

Exposed is a riveting read. Kuddos to Skylar M Cates for creating a romance that has disaster written all over it from the start, yet drawing me in hook, line, and sinker. I couldn't put this book down. It is nothing complex, but it had me connecting fully to the characters and their journey. I love it.