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A quiet coffee shop gives two men who have lost too much a chance at love.
Joe Calloway has been on the run since he was sixteen, homeless and alone. He never lets anyone close. Between his traumatic past and his autism, he isn’t used to people taking the time to understand him.
Even so, when a stranger offers him a way to build a better life for himself, Joe finds the strength to go for it.
Madden Fields is fully devoted to his older sister, her autistic son, and his job as a nurse, but when he meets Joe, his carefully ordered life begins to pick up speed.
As their connection deepens, Madden realizes he’s going to have to hold on tight if he wants to be an anchor strong enough for Joe to stay.
“Stay” is a 88,000 words gay hurt/comfort romance novel.'
Joe Calloway has been on the run since he was sixteen, homeless and alone. He never lets anyone close. Between his traumatic past and his autism, he isn’t used to people taking the time to understand him.
Even so, when a stranger offers him a way to build a better life for himself, Joe finds the strength to go for it.
Madden Fields is fully devoted to his older sister, her autistic son, and his job as a nurse, but when he meets Joe, his carefully ordered life begins to pick up speed.
As their connection deepens, Madden realizes he’s going to have to hold on tight if he wants to be an anchor strong enough for Joe to stay.
“Stay” is a 88,000 words gay hurt/comfort romance novel.'
My Rating - 5 Stars!
Omg, the first scene broke my heart. Joe and his bunny. I wanted to save them both. It's a truly heartbreaking scene that perfectly sets up the rest of the story.
There's a lot going on in this story, but the main thing is that Joe is homeless, lived with some horrific abuse, and is on the spectrum. His autism is perfectly written, with the different way of processing things, and the literal thinking. The author illustrates his withdrawal, his fear, and his hiding. I appreciate how well the author approached all of this. It's definitely written with care and knowledge.
Before we even get to Madden, we need to discuss Lulu. What a wonderful woman. With her warmness, Joe finds a place to feel safe and calm, all while trying to rebuild his life.
Awww, and then there's Madden. I love how Madden is drawn to Joe. Instantly. Against all common sense, Madden just can't stop thinking about Joe and making room for him in his life.
Written in alternating 1st person pov, the men fully come to life, with their emotions front and center. The author develops a heartfelt romance, including some emotional first times.
Stay is a sweet and tender story of falling in love and finding one's place in life. I couldn't put this Ash Knight book down. And if the ending doesn't bring a tear to your eye, then I don't know what will.
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