Tempt Me (Rebel Mechanics #4) by A.T. Brennan

 

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After a life of hiding, can I find the courage to be myself?

Being single, an introvert, and closeted has made my life lonely. The only bright parts are my coworkers at Rebel Mechanics and my volunteer work with a cat rescue.

In a moment of desperation, I sign up for a dating app, hoping to finally make a connection with someone. Despite me not exactly having stellar social skills, I find myself opening up to a virtual stranger in ways I never have before. What is happening here?

Then a new guy is hired at the garage, Jude. He’s funny, outgoing, and a genuinely nice person. He looks past my shyness and awkwardness, and for reasons I can’t understand, he wants to be friends. It feels like there’s something between us, but that can’t be. He’s straight, and to the outside world, so am I.

Then there’s SinBin7, the guy I’ve been chatting with online. He makes me want to take chances. To share all of myself with him, even though we’ve never met or seen each other’s faces. He feels familiar, like we’ve known each other forever. But then again, so does Jude.

How can I be drawn to two men at the same time? And more importantly: how do I choose?

Tempt Me is a steamy 89k word, grumpy/sunshine, hurt/comfort story featuring coworkers who start as friends, a found family, some scene-stealing cats, and all the feels. It is book four in the Rebel Mechanics series but can be read as a standalone.

My Rating - 4 Stars!

Tempt Me is the fourth book in the Rebel Mechanics series. This AT Brennan tale is a great addition to this world. 

Wes and Jude make for a great couple. Their story is compelling and I enjoy the character development. 

It's an opposites attract romance between the somewhat awkward Wes and his outgoing and lively coworker Jude. There's instant attraction but Wes won't let anything happen. 

This is a story where they become friends slowly in person, as well as online, without knowing it. I actually really enjoy the way this plays out. It doesn't have any of the looming doom or angst normally involved. But it's adorable that they are falling for each other in real life, as well as falling for someone else online. 

Both men are closeted, but for different reasons. They're both well developed, with their reasons for being closeted are fully explored. I enjoy the way things progress between them, and their chemistry is undeniable. 

The writing is great, as I've come to expect from this series. And I'm left impressed with the way the author explores the issues of both men. Everything is written and handled with care and compassion. 

Trust Me is a co-worker romance with some sweetness and heat. This AT Brennan tale kept me entertained throughout. 

Trust Me (Rebel Mechanics #3) by A.T. Brennan

 

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I want to believe I deserve more, but how can I when no one has ever taken the time to understand me?

A year ago, I thought I found the perfect man. He was sweet, attentive, and promised to take care of me. Then he showed his true colors, and I’ve been trapped with him ever since. I don’t want to live like this, but I can’t seem to find the courage to end things.

That is, until my best friend, Quinn, shows me that I have people who care about me. It’s with their support that I’m finally able to break free and start my journey of healing.

Quinn is right there by my side, helping me find myself again. He’s the best friend I could’ve asked for, and the more time we spend together, the more my feelings for him grow. I’m not used to wanting someone the way I want Quinn. I’m worried it will ruin our friendship if I tell him how I feel, but then again, what could be better than falling in love with my best friend?


Trust Me is a 65k word slow burn best friends to lovers, hurt/comfort story featuring a sweet mechanic, an artistic wheelchair user, a found family, and all the feels. It is Book 3 in the Rebel Mechanics series but can be read as a standalone.

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Already in love with the Rebel Mechanics series, I am now delightful and thrilled for this third book, Trust Me. AT Brennan's third book in this series is fabulous and is easily read as a standalone. 

There's a lot going on in this friends to lovers story. And I love it all.

At the start, Bennett's in an abusive relationship, making him automatically a sympathetic character. When he finally realizes he deserves to be treated better, he turns to his best friend Quinn for help. 

I love the friendship they have at the start. Each helps ground the other, and brings a peace into the other's world. The easily fall into living together and spending all their time together.

Quinn is wheelchair bound, and yet Bennett doesn't mind at all. Bennett is supportive and helpful, making him even more loveable. The author does an excellent job illustrating the sexual issues Quinn has with his injury. It's all written with care and compassion, as well as brings so much reality to their situation. I absolutely love this aspect.

Another key issue for these two is Bennett's sexuality. He's demisexual and isn't quite sure of what that means for him. 

Ultimately, both care for one another and everything about them as a couple works wonderfully. I adore the way they care about each other. And I love the way their relationship evolves. 

Trust Me is a beautiful story. This AT Brennan romance impresses as it explores some sexual issues and what it means to both men. I love it. It's unique and well worth a read. 

Chance Encounters by A.T. Brennan

 

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Two men with undeniable chemistry, one chance encounter that starts it all.

Hayden Murphy is done with love. He’s sworn off finding another partner after the death of his husband eighteen months ago. He’s finally starting to feel like himself again and is focused on rebuilding his friendships and his work as a physiotherapist.

Eric Connors is over relationships. After breaking up with his longtime girlfriend, he’s ready to enjoy the single life. He doesn’t want or need another partner… Until he meets Hayden at the scene of an accident while on duty as a paramedic, then keeps running into him in the most random places.

Neither man can deny the chemistry between them or the fact that fate seems bound and determined to keep thrusting them together. As the men continue to meet and give in to their desires, that chance meeting grows into a friendship with benefits. Both men are reluctant to want more, but even they can’t keep things completely casual the more time they spend together.

Will their pasts keep them from seeing what’s right in front of them? Or will Hayden and Eric realize that there is life, and love, after loss?

Chance Encounters is a steamy 70k word hurt/comfort story featuring an adventurous paramedic, a quirky physiotherapist, a creative use of mirrors, and all the feels. 

My Rating - 4 Stars!

I have mixed feelings about AT Brennan's Chance Encounters. It's a nice romance, with plenty of feels, but the beginning is so freaking gripping, that after all the adrenaline drops, my interest did too. 

This tale starts with a car accident that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Nothing is sweet in this scene. 

After that, things get sweet. But the intensity is so high at the start, that I found myself left a little let down. 

The romance is good though. The two met at the accident and circumstances continue to bring them together. 

The chemistry is there from the start, with the developing relationship fun to read. Both men have obstacles to deal with and they try to fight their feelings, but can't. 

Chance Encounters is another good read by AT Brennan. It's a nice combination of friends with benefits and hurt/comfort. You will definitely enjoy it if you can survive the adrenaline drop. 

Tame Me (Rebel Mechanics, #2) by A.T. Brennan

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I’ve never felt like I fit in. Why would that change now that I’m in college?

Two years ago my best friend broke my heart and left me to pick up the pieces of my self-esteem. I swore I’d never let another person hurt me and shifted my focus to school and getting to where I want to be in the future. I have a job I enjoy, friends who understand me, and a family that loves me. Everything was going according to my plan, until I started to spend time with my housemate Drew.

Drew is everything I’ve always wanted but told myself I couldn’t have. He’s popular, a jock, and most importantly, straight. But the more time I spend with him, the more I realize that what he shows the world is just scratching the surface of who he really is. He’s so much more than I ever thought, and for reasons I can’t explain, he seems bound and determined to be my friend.

Friends. I can do that. Until Drew kisses me and my entire world is flipped upside down. I don’t want to lose the friendship we’ve forged, but I’ve been down this road before. Can we figure out a way to keep things platonic between us? Or am I going to lose another friend when whatever is between us eventually fades away?


***Tame Me is a steamy 83k word, opposites attract, hurt/comfort new adult story featuring a bisexual awakening, a sweet jock, a quirky nerd, some zany coworkers, and accidental feels. It is Book Two in the Rebel Mechanics series but can be read as a standalone.

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Tame Me is a wonderful jock/nerd romance by AT Brennan. The second book in the Rebel Mechanics series, it's easily read as a standalone. 

I love this book from the start. The tone is pleasant and easy to read. And the characters immediately had me intrigued. 

Good god, I love college romances. Add in roommates, sharing a house, jock versus nerd, and even better!

Lux and Drew are housemates, who don't know one another well. I adore these men and their story. It's beautiful the way they connect and the little things that bring them closer. 

Their tale is one of sexual exploration, as Drew is attracted to Lux. Not only has Drew never been with a guy before, this is the first time he's ever been attracted to one.  GFY? Bisexual? He isn't really sure. But he knows he wants Lux.

Both men have their complications. Drew has to deal with his new found sexuality, as well as his family issues. Drew's at the mercy of what his father wants him to do, both career wise and personally. And then there's Lux, who has to deal with trust issues, as he's been burnt in his past.

This is a story of a first time GFY/bisexual romance. It has plenty of sexual discovery and sexual exploration. There are first times and lots of fun times. And lace! You gotta love the lace!

It's a story that includes partying housemates, fantastic co-workers, and porch pirates. I enjoy all the humor throughout.

I love the way the author explores that everyone wears masks. Both men hide things from others, always acting the way they think they should. This is wonderfully discussed.

Even more, the author excels in illustrating the assumptions people make about one another. After all, we all know a bunch of jocks don't want anything to do with a nerd, right? I adore and appreciate this aspect of the story.

It's beautiful seeing both men find someone who loves them as they are, and only wants what's best for them. 

Written in alternating first person pov, the men fully come to life. The characters are charming, and they are perfect together. I love the way these two opposites balance one another. Of course, they're also pretty damn hot together.

Tame Me is a beautiful new adult romance. AT Brennan delights in this feel-good love story. I love every single moment of this book. Can't wait to see what happens next in this series. 

Tease Me (Rebel Mechanics Book 1) by A.T. Brennan

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I’ve broken the first rule of my profession. I’ve caught the feels for a client.

Working as a mechanic and moonlighting as an escort takes up most of my time. The rest is split between hanging out with my friends and coworkers and taking care of my brother. I didn’t have the time or the desire for a relationship until I met a client I couldn’t get out of my head.

Ryan is kind, attentive, and downright addictive. His maturity, as well as his calm and slightly awkward nature, draws me in. We’re as different as can be, but after an explosive first meeting, I can tell there’s something between us. Lines become blurred and boundaries are pushed as we continue to meet.

Neither of us is looking for more, but Ryan is the first guy I can’t seem to get out of my head. I’m not sure what I want, I just know that ending things isn’t an option.


Tease Me is a steamy 70k word, opposites attract, hurt/comfort story featuring an age gap, an empowered sex worker, some zany coworkers, and accidental feels. It is Book One in the Rebel Mechanics series but can be read as a standalone.

My Rating - 5 Stars!

AT Brennan's Tease Me, the first book in the Rebel Mechanics series, is a great age gap romance. I was hooked throughout and couldn't put it down. 

Damn, I love this book. From their first meeting, as escort and client, the connection between Ryan and Jace is intense. Both men can't get the other out of their minds, and both end up breaking their self imposed rules. I love it all. 

Ryan's divorced and still traumatized from some events with his ex. It's heartbreaking, especially the way he reacted to it at the time. Then there's Jace. His story is complex, as he cares for his disabled brother, works two jobs trying to cover all the medical bills, and is drowning in debt. 

Both men are wonderful characters; extremely well developed, multi-layered, and downright lovable. As a couple, their feelings develop naturally and make for some amazing emotion. I love when the lines blur and suddenly they can't be without one another.

Written in alternating 1st person pov, these men fully come alive. I could feel every emotion, every look, every touch. It was mesmerizing. Add in the secondary characters and it gets even better. 

Tease Me is one of those special books that consumed me throughout. I love this AT Brennan book and found everything about it to be fabulous. The next time you're in the mood for a sweet hurt/comfort read, definitely consider this one. These are two men who help each other heal, and their chemistry is off the charts. I seriously need to read more from this author. 

Falling Together (The Den Boys #6) by A.T. Brennan

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I’ve been in a fog for the past year. Haven’t really felt like myself in the last six. ~ Tristan

Losing my best friend in a war I hadn’t understood, fighting for a military that had cast me out when I’d outlived my usefulness, had sent me on a path of self-destruction. Now, four years later, I had my life back on track. Or so it would seem. I had a job I liked at a bar where my coworkers had become my family, but there was always something missing that kept me from ever feeling true happiness. A trip back to my hometown to try and find closure was supposed to have been a promise I kept to a friend, but it turned into so much more the moment I met my best friend’s brother.

Max is the opposite of what I’d pictured and exactly what I’ve always wanted. I know I needed to keep my distance to keep him safe, but when he offers me a job at his family’s inn, I'm powerless to do anything other than agree.

It didn’t matter how hard I worked or how much I tried, I was always second best. ~ Max

After spending the last eighteen years living and working as a chef in New York City, I was back in my tiny hometown trying to restore and reopen my family’s inn. It was supposed to be a new chapter for me, a way to finally realize my dream of having my own kitchen, but coming back to the place I’d fled at seventeen wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be. Especially after I ran into my little brother’s best friend and impulsively asked him to help me with the renovations while he was still in town.

It’s obvious Tristan is grappling with demons few people could understand, but there’s something about the handsome and enigmatic man that makes me want to know what those demons are, and to help him chase them away

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Falling Together, the sixth book in The Den Boys series, is an amazing read by AT Brennan. Although the bar, The Den, continues to be a fantastic background, I still find this can easily be read as a standalone. 

Tristan's a complex character; a man who's barely hanging on. Returning home to find closure, he ends up being hired by Max to help fix up a newly inherited inn. The two men knew one another as kids, but the years have separated them. What follows is a complex enemies to lovers tale, with misplaced grief and anger. 

And in the end, this is an impressive tale, tackling many deep issues. Their story is one that delves deep into homophobia and HIV. Their story also tackles the need for the right combination of domination and submission. Their story includes drug use, depression, grief, guilt, and mental issues. The author excels in developing and illustrating all these issues, leaving me impressed by all of it. 

In addition, the author throws in small town issues, both the good and the bad, family issues galore, and some pleasant surprises. The author spares no expense in the deep issues involved with Tristan's experiences with sex. It is well written, emotional, and beautifully developed. 

I really love this book. The characters are intriguing and endearing, the storyline is compelling, with some wonderful moments, and the pace flows seamlessly. I wouldn't change a thing about the writing style or the story line. 

Overall, Falling Together is one of those books I didn't want to see end. I feel like I need to dive back into it and re-read it immediately. I highly recommend this story.

As for me, now I need to read the books in The Den Boys series that I've missed. If they are anywhere as fantastic as this book, I will happily devour them too.