Thursday, February 25, 2021

Cup of Joe (Bold Brew #1) by Annabeth Albert

 


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Sometimes an ordinary Joe is all you need…

Newbie barista Levi Miles is having a bad day in the middle of a bad month. He’s trying to figure out post-graduation life, and a recent breakup hasn’t helped. The one bright spot? The charming blue-collar customer with the simple order and reassuring voice.

Electrician Joe Simmons can make anything light up—except his love life. As he gets older, he remains unsure about what he wants from a relationship. But an innocent flirtation with the fresh-faced barista is exactly what his ego needs.
Levi doesn’t need a boyfriend. Or a Daddy. But bantering with Joe feels so good, and when their tentative friendship takes a turn for the sexy, a summer fling seems fun. Exploring long-held desires brings them closer with each steamy night, and the idea of parting gets harder.

But Levi’s only in town temporarily, and the end of summer is approaching. Both are reluctant to disclose their feelings, but pushing past their fears may be the only way to keep this special thing going. Can they order up a happy ending before time runs out?

Cup of Joe is a stand-alone novel in the multi-author Bold Brew shared universe centered around an inclusive coffee shop set in a fictional small city. Each steaming hot coffee shop romance can be enjoyed alone, but collect all ten for the most fun! This 53,000 word age gap story contains a reluctant Daddy, lots of fluffy steam exploring new desires, low angst, and a guaranteed happy ending!



My Rating - 4 Stars!


Cup of Joe is Annabeth Albert's contribution to the multi-author Bold Brew series. 

When Levi and Joe meet, they're intrigued from the start. I love the dynamics between these men. Levi's a brat, and Joe is happy to combat his bratty side. 

The men make a BDSM arrangement, trying to explore what kind of kink works for them. And I have to say, I enjoy the way this is carried out. But soon they bond on a non kink level too, finding themselves spending a lot of time together. Pure sweetness.

This is a hot age gap romance. The men are great together, as Joe loves caring for Levi. Adding to the fun is the appearance of lace. Lots of lace! Love it.

This is a sweet tale mixed with some light angst, as Levi's future is up in the air. 

Written in alternating first person pov, we get to know both men well and enjoy the attraction between them. 

Cup of Joe is a nice, easy to read age gap romance. Annabeth Albert adds in some heat and kink along the way. It's just a nice romance with some tender BDSM elements added in. 




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