Understanding Desire (Club DeSires #2) by Quinn Ward

 

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They were both filled with regrets over the night they accidentally wound up in bed together. When they realize the chemistry is real, the fun begins...

Tanner has never forgotten the night he let his impulsive nature get the best of him... or the look on Ryan's face the morning after. He was certain he'd blown any chance of turning his fantasies into reality. When he's forced to face his brother's best friend, he has no clue how much his life is going to change.

Ryan kept his life packed into different boxes. When he was back home, he was the All-American boy next door. No one knew how much he craved hearing a boy call him Daddy. But it wasn't any boy he wanted... it was the one man he needed to stay far away from. There was no way his best friend would give them his blessing if he knew all the things Ryan wanted to do to Tanner.

The moment Tanner confesses to wanting all the things Ryan has to offer, what was supposed to be a weekend of exploration turns into something neither of them can give up. Will Ryan find a way to help Tanner become the boy he's meant to be with them living on opposite sides of the country?

Understanding Desire is the second book in the Club DeSires series, part of the kinky town of Annandale. It features a tender yet twisted Daddy, a boy with an exhibitionist streak he didn't know existed, and a host of friends who can't wait to corrupt Tanner's mind.
Note: This story is an expansion of Ring in the True, originally available as a free short story. The beginning has been expanded, and the story continues after Ryan and Tanner ring in the new year with style!

My Rating - 4 Stars!

Understanding Desire is the second book in the Club DeSires series by Quinn Ward. Another book in the Annandale setting, I love this fictional setting.   

This tale is smoking hot, with lots of controlled demands, sex toys, and risky moments. 

Tanner and Ryan are reunited and brought together by some nicely done forced proximity. They have some past issues to deal with, but soon agree to a weekend of daddy dynamics. 

With them having a long distance relationship, there's lots of steamy phone moments and built up tension. 

There are some family issues, as Ryan's brother is Tanner's  best friend.

There's pressure to stay long distance, which prolongs the tension and longing. 

I enjoy most of this book, but I didn't get any of the club scenes I wanted. There was anticipation and teasing of it, but the story ends before we ever get one. I was left wanting. 

I definitely enjoy the way the author writes, and the storyline is definitely enjoyable. I am always excited to read this author.

Understanding Desire is a good addition to this series. I hope we get to visit with the club more in the next book. But basically, I can't wait to see what comes next no matter what.

Merry Cherry Christmas by Keira Andrews

 

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A nice boy gets naughty...

Redheaded freshman Jeremy "Cherry" Rourke is certainly living up to his childhood nickname, although still being inexperienced is the least of his concerns. After coming out, his parents barely talk to him. He hasn't made any friends at university. Worst of all, he's about to spend Christmas completely alone in an empty dorm.

Jeremy clearly needs a fairy godfather, so football captain Max Pimenta takes him under his wing to help him find his dating groove. But Jeremy's wound way too tight. He's too vulnerable. Max can't trust some random guy with him. He needs to take care of Jeremy himself and introduce him to no-pressure exploration. It's not about romance or feelings—he's just doing the kid a favor.

Max is definitely not falling for this lonely, beautiful boy. No way.

And it's not like he can leave Jeremy all alone for the holidays. He'll bring him home to his family's maple syrup farm—strictly as friends since his parents have rules. No more fooling around. No more eager, breathless fun. No more making Jeremy shiver and blush with suggestive whispers in his ear. No more sweeter-than-sugar kisses. All nice. No more naughty.

But Jeremy's sleeping right across the hall, and Max wants him for himself. The twelve days of Christmas will last an eternity if they don't break the rules.

Shhh. No one has to know...

Merry Cherry Christmas is a feel-good holiday MM romance from Keira Andrews featuring a nervous nerd and protective, jealous jock, forced proximity, first times, and of course a happy ending.

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Merry Cherry Christmas is a fantastic Christmas romance by Keira Andrews. With a college football player falling for a nerd, it's absolutely delightful!

This one starts fun, as Jeremy falls on the ice, with Max there to help him. Right away, the differences in the young men are front and center. 

Jeremy's a shy freshman nerd, who's helpless when his glasses break. He's alone, has anxiety issues, hasn't made any friends, and has no where to go for Christmas. Then there's Max, a senior who's captain of the football team. He's popular, outgoing, and as sweet as can be to Jeremy. 

Their random meeting leads to Jeremy finding the first person he can call a friend. With Max, Jeremy is able to find who he truly is, as well as explore his sexuality. With Jeremy's virgin status, their tale is full of wonderful first times. It doesn't take long for things to get hot though, with some steamy phone sex and lots of cum play, including some talk of felching. 

Their tale has it's share of sad parts too, as my heart hurts for Jeremy and his family issues. Luckily for him, Max's family is fabulous and willing to accept and love him. 

Fitting with his fun personality, Max appoints himself as Jeremy's fairy Godfather! But my favorite part is the way they just feel so damn comfortable together. 

The writing is good, written in alternating 3rd person pov, and fully bringing these men to life. The author excels in combining sweet with sad, and steam with romance. 

Merry Cherry Christmas is a tender, feel good college Christmas romance. This Keira Andrews read is sugary sweet and everything you could ask for. If you love Hallmark movies, make sure you read this gem!