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60 Percent Proof
Note from the Author: This interlude was originally released on May 15, 2013 to celebrate Mac's birthday. It has now been added to Six Degrees of Lust, Second Edition.
Sam Shaughnessy knows what he wants from Mac O’Bannon: monthly, uncomplicated casual encounters.
Mac is on the same page. For two months they have been enjoying each other’s company, never forgetting that their agreement leaves zero room for long-term commitment.
But a visit to a local gay club during a weekend getaway in South Beach tips the scale, and it isn’t long before Sam starts showing how much he really doesn’t like to share.
Firmly placed rules get suspiciously bent, and by the end of the night only two things are clear: body shots are conducive to extreme displays of arousal and possessiveness, and anything can be blamed on tequila.
Sam Shaughnessy knows what he wants from Mac O’Bannon: monthly, uncomplicated casual encounters.
Mac is on the same page. For two months they have been enjoying each other’s company, never forgetting that their agreement leaves zero room for long-term commitment.
But a visit to a local gay club during a weekend getaway in South Beach tips the scale, and it isn’t long before Sam starts showing how much he really doesn’t like to share.
Firmly placed rules get suspiciously bent, and by the end of the night only two things are clear: body shots are conducive to extreme displays of arousal and possessiveness, and anything can be blamed on tequila.
28 pages, ebook
First published May 15, 2013
About the author
Taylor V. Donovan
20 books797 followersTaylor V. Donovan is a bicultural travel aficionado, compulsive researcher, and lover of history and all things 80s. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, she now resides in New York City, remains passionate about her homeland, and is optimistically cynical about the world.
When not writing queer romance, she can be found indulging in true crime documentaries, advocating for civil rights, and fighting for equality for all.
For more information please visit www.taylorvdonovan.com
When not writing queer romance, she can be found indulging in true crime documentaries, advocating for civil rights, and fighting for equality for all.
For more information please visit www.taylorvdonovan.com
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July 20, 2013
3.5 stars.****Review posted July 25, 2013
I'm rounding up to four stars because I love seeing Sam and Mac together. *shiver* Also, this was a sexy little number without one single sex scene. My review will be short and sweet.
Sam and Mac are having fun in Miami. The weather is great, the ambiance is stimulating, no stress, lots of entertaining bars, good music and hot dancing. Life is good. Life is even better when you can spend it with a hot guy. Sam realizes that Mac is very important to him. He seems to be wanting more than a few sporadic f@cks.
I love how Sam is acting so possessively. Makes me go all awww…and I'm honestly drooling all over him. There is no need to beat around the bush coz I want to see him coming undone, most preferably in Mac's arms. Their chemistry is off the charts, all-consuming and their hunger and need for each other is so palpable. It makes me want to crawl under their skin. Yep, me likey. Very much so.
Sam, darling, the book title is so damn apt, don't you think? I know it's hard not
60 Percent Proof is not a straight four-star rating because the ending was way too abrupt for my liking and the novella was so short. I just wanted more. Granted, that's me being very greedy. However, it bears repeating, I want so much more of Sam and Mac. Needless to say that I enjoy Taylor's writing very much and I'm happy that I discovered another great author through GR. More please.
P.S. I cannot wait to read Six Degrees of Separation! *grabby hands*
Is it August yet?
I'm rounding up to four stars because I love seeing Sam and Mac together. *shiver* Also, this was a sexy little number without one single sex scene. My review will be short and sweet.
Sam and Mac are having fun in Miami. The weather is great, the ambiance is stimulating, no stress, lots of entertaining bars, good music and hot dancing. Life is good. Life is even better when you can spend it with a hot guy. Sam realizes that Mac is very important to him. He seems to be wanting more than a few sporadic f@cks.
Sam may be a pro at erecting walls around his heart and mind, but he never hid his passion or made excuses for it. He hungered for Mac; as simple as that, and Sam never hesitated to show him how much.
A thrill ran through Sam's veins when Mac circled his waist and pulled him closer. They'd been kissing for months, yet every time their lips met felt like the very first. It was an unbelievable buzz. It impaired Sam's senses faster than the strongest alcohol. And man, the tequila he'd been drinking all night had nothing on Mac's tongue.
Sam curled his fingers tightly at the nape of Mac's neck. Their kiss turned deeper. Urgent.(…)
I love how Sam is acting so possessively. Makes me go all awww…and I'm honestly drooling all over him. There is no need to beat around the bush coz I want to see him coming undone, most preferably in Mac's arms. Their chemistry is off the charts, all-consuming and their hunger and need for each other is so palpable. It makes me want to crawl under their skin. Yep, me likey. Very much so.
He took a step back, and held his hand out. "Dance with me," he whispered, but Mac heard him anyway, because he smiled at Sam and took his hand.
Sam, darling, the book title is so damn apt, don't you think? I know it's hard not
60 Percent Proof is not a straight four-star rating because the ending was way too abrupt for my liking and the novella was so short. I just wanted more. Granted, that's me being very greedy. However, it bears repeating, I want so much more of Sam and Mac. Needless to say that I enjoy Taylor's writing very much and I'm happy that I discovered another great author through GR. More please.
P.S. I cannot wait to read Six Degrees of Separation! *grabby hands*
Is it August yet?
December 18, 2016
I don't think this was included in the first edition of Six Degrees of Lust , but it is in the second edition that is due out in January 2017. I enjoyed it both times I read it :)
November 26, 2013
Nice little interlude/teaser for Six Degrees of Separation. It's very short and, truthfully, not much happens. The whole thing takes place the night the guys get matching tattoos. The writing style leaves a bit to be desired, but I'm not going to bash a freebie interlude.
“You looked so damn hot, kitten,” Sam growled into his ear. “I wanted to devour you.”
I'm really not sure what it says about me that one of my favorite things about these two is that Sam calls Mac "kitten", but there it is. That's my confession of the day. I can't remember Mac's exact measurements but he's in the neighborhood of 6'4", 250 and beefy. So "kitten" is the last thing one would think to be an endearment that pops to mind. I love it! I canna hep myself.
“You looked so damn hot, kitten,” Sam growled into his ear. “I wanted to devour you.”
I'm really not sure what it says about me that one of my favorite things about these two is that Sam calls Mac "kitten", but there it is. That's my confession of the day. I can't remember Mac's exact measurements but he's in the neighborhood of 6'4", 250 and beefy. So "kitten" is the last thing one would think to be an endearment that pops to mind. I love it! I canna hep myself.
April 25, 2013
*****Warning: This review gives brief spoilers of Six Degrees of Lust - the first novel in this serial*****
One of the reasons why I love Mac and Sam is because their chemistry is so intense that it scorches off the pages. No matter if they're having sex, verbally sparring or silently declaring their possessiveness there's always that sexual tension that's constant between them that I absolutely adore.
In this short story, their chemistry is still amazing. It takes place a little bit before the end of Six Degrees of Lust during their vacation in South Beach. That night that Sam leaves his fears behind and gives Mac a night that he'll really enjoy. It was great to finally see what they did that night, how Sam acted and what ultimately led to them getting their matching tattoos. It goes beyond the terms of their 'relationship' but finally getting to see Sam and Mac act the way they really want to gives an inside look into just how far these two have come and how much more they still have to go through.
I love that Sam is still the gruff guy afraid of relationships but that you see the hints of how freaked he is that Mac is starting to mean more to him than just a willing body. I also loved that Mac is still so careful with Sam but teases him like no one else can. He knows how to push Sam to get what he wants but he also knows when to back off when he sees Sam starting to get the urge to bolt.
Overall, I loved this short story because it was a little taste further into Mac and Sam's relationship. These are one of my favorite characters and it was great to see their night out in South Beach. I'm even more eager to read Six Degrees of Separation now! Can't wait!
One of the reasons why I love Mac and Sam is because their chemistry is so intense that it scorches off the pages. No matter if they're having sex, verbally sparring or silently declaring their possessiveness there's always that sexual tension that's constant between them that I absolutely adore.
In this short story, their chemistry is still amazing. It takes place a little bit before the end of Six Degrees of Lust during their vacation in South Beach. That night that Sam leaves his fears behind and gives Mac a night that he'll really enjoy. It was great to finally see what they did that night, how Sam acted and what ultimately led to them getting their matching tattoos. It goes beyond the terms of their 'relationship' but finally getting to see Sam and Mac act the way they really want to gives an inside look into just how far these two have come and how much more they still have to go through.
I love that Sam is still the gruff guy afraid of relationships but that you see the hints of how freaked he is that Mac is starting to mean more to him than just a willing body. I also loved that Mac is still so careful with Sam but teases him like no one else can. He knows how to push Sam to get what he wants but he also knows when to back off when he sees Sam starting to get the urge to bolt.
Overall, I loved this short story because it was a little taste further into Mac and Sam's relationship. These are one of my favorite characters and it was great to see their night out in South Beach. I'm even more eager to read Six Degrees of Separation now! Can't wait!
May 3, 2013
Honestly, that was no doubt one of the hottest opening scenes I've ever read.
I forgot how much I missed Mac and Sam...I really can't wait for the next book. This hot little number was a great side dish. but this chick is hungry and I want the whole meal!
I forgot how much I missed Mac and Sam...I really can't wait for the next book. This hot little number was a great side dish. but this chick is hungry and I want the whole meal!
October 8, 2013
A little slice of life Sam and Mac style on their holiday to Miami...no sex, but off the charts ST. Cold shower required again
....boy, those guys are hot!! 5 stars and 
April 16, 2015
I don't know why I read it :/ Was hoping for more info on the murder investigation? When it was clear that wasn't going to happen, I at least hoped to find out more about boys getting inked. Should have known better :/
April 13, 2014
**** 4 possessive stars ****
This short story is the telling of events taking place in #1 Six Degrees of Lust. The two main characters in that book, Sam and Mac, goes to a gay club to celebrate Mac's birthday.
I loved to be able to read and know what happened that night of Mac's birthday, because it wasn't included in the book.
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My reviews:
1. Six Degrees of Lust
1.5. (0.5) Southern Winterland
-shorty featuring Christian and Remy.
1.5. 60 Percent Proof
-shorty featuring Sam and Mac
2. Six Degrees of Separation
-to be read
3. Six Degrees of Agony
-to be published
This short story is the telling of events taking place in #1 Six Degrees of Lust. The two main characters in that book, Sam and Mac, goes to a gay club to celebrate Mac's birthday.
I loved to be able to read and know what happened that night of Mac's birthday, because it wasn't included in the book.
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My reviews:
1. Six Degrees of Lust
1.5. (0.5) Southern Winterland
-shorty featuring Christian and Remy.
1.5. 60 Percent Proof
-shorty featuring Sam and Mac
2. Six Degrees of Separation
-to be read
3. Six Degrees of Agony
-to be published
June 18, 2013
HOLY FUCKING SHIT THAT WAS HOT (and they didn't even have sex!!).
These two have honestly some of the best chemistry I have read in any M/M book, and even if this is only 25 pages long I can't not give it 5 stars just for that. Book #2 need to come out ASAP, because even though book #1 didn't quite meet my expectations, I'm left wanting more of these two after this short story.
These two have honestly some of the best chemistry I have read in any M/M book, and even if this is only 25 pages long I can't not give it 5 stars just for that. Book #2 need to come out ASAP, because even though book #1 didn't quite meet my expectations, I'm left wanting more of these two after this short story.
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April 25, 2013Hey guys!Just a quick note to let you know I encountered technical difficulties while uploading the file. I'm working on getting the issue solved, and SPP should be live by tomorrow afternoon.
Please accept my apologies, and thanks!
Please accept my apologies, and thanks!
June 2, 2013
Mac and Sam have chemistry in spades. It is absolutely insane. Fuck yeah this is a 5 star short story sex scene! *fans self*
September 4, 2013
Oh Sam... you and Mac are so HOT together!!!
September 4, 2013
Damn! A hot as hell story and not even any sex! Perfect little lunch time reading. Short and sweet. I really would have liked for this to have gone a bit further, shown us what happened when they went to the tattoo parlor, but I'll live with this.
April 25, 2013
Can't wait for Six Degrees of Separation! *squeel
May 31, 2013
Off the charts HOT! These two are burning my kindle alive!
September 15, 2013
A nice, hot addition to the series but not a must read.
May 14, 2016
Really sweet... you can see Sam changing right before your eyes.
September 29, 2013
Synopsis:
Sam Shaughnessy knows what he wants from Mac O’Bannon: monthly, uncomplicated casual encounters.
Mac is on the same page. For two months they have been enjoying each other’s company, never forgetting that their agreement leaves zero room for long-term commitment.
But a visit to a local gay club during a weekend getaway in South Beach tips the scale, and it isn’t long before Sam starts showing how much he really doesn’t like to share.
Firmly placed rules get suspiciously bent, and by the end of the night only two things are clear: body shots are conducive to extreme displays of arousal and possessiveness, and anything can be blamed on tequila.
My Thoughts:
A short little interlude that shows us what happened on that last night Sam and Mac spent in South Beach that they didn't completely remembered. Even in public these two are totally hot for each other with hands and tongues everywhere. This night reiterates to Mac that Sam is feeling way more than he says he is. Sam's actions are speaking so much louder than his words and Mac isn't stupid. He can read Sam like a book. A really easy book at that. That terrifies Sam, but the man is even more terrified to let Mac get away from him. It seems that from this moment on, Mac is determined to truly make Sam his. I hope like hell he pulls it off.
Sam Shaughnessy knows what he wants from Mac O’Bannon: monthly, uncomplicated casual encounters.
Mac is on the same page. For two months they have been enjoying each other’s company, never forgetting that their agreement leaves zero room for long-term commitment.
But a visit to a local gay club during a weekend getaway in South Beach tips the scale, and it isn’t long before Sam starts showing how much he really doesn’t like to share.
Firmly placed rules get suspiciously bent, and by the end of the night only two things are clear: body shots are conducive to extreme displays of arousal and possessiveness, and anything can be blamed on tequila.
My Thoughts:
A short little interlude that shows us what happened on that last night Sam and Mac spent in South Beach that they didn't completely remembered. Even in public these two are totally hot for each other with hands and tongues everywhere. This night reiterates to Mac that Sam is feeling way more than he says he is. Sam's actions are speaking so much louder than his words and Mac isn't stupid. He can read Sam like a book. A really easy book at that. That terrifies Sam, but the man is even more terrified to let Mac get away from him. It seems that from this moment on, Mac is determined to truly make Sam his. I hope like hell he pulls it off.
May 5, 2013
More like 2.5 stars
I read it immediately after finishing Six Degrees of Lust, thinking I'll get more insight to their vacation in Miami. But nope, it was more an insight into Mac's thoughts while having drinks at a bar. On top of that this story ends at about 76% on my kindle.
I read it immediately after finishing Six Degrees of Lust, thinking I'll get more insight to their vacation in Miami. But nope, it was more an insight into Mac's thoughts while having drinks at a bar. On top of that this story ends at about 76% on my kindle.
January 10, 2016
This amazing short about Mac and Sam's time in South Beach is one long make out session at a gay club. The passage should actually have been part of the first book. It takes place during that alcohol drenchend night that leaves both guys permanently marked. And I mean literally. With a tattoo ;-)
I adore Mac and Sam and I can hardly wait to see how their story continues.
5 stars!
I adore Mac and Sam and I can hardly wait to see how their story continues.
5 stars!
August 27, 2013
Loved this short story! It tells what happened when Sam and Mac got drunk on their last night in South Beach. Sam redeemed himself a little bit in my eyes (he really pissed me of in Six Degrees of Lust). I have to say this book was hawt!!!
May 29, 2013
I loved, loved,loved this book. Hot from the amazing first scene all the way through.......A MUST read!!!!
September 8, 2013
Sweet little one.. Love Sam and Mac
October 10, 2013
This shortie was so good..but I expected the tattoo getting part.. Instead it was only the club scene. Still, I enjoyed reading about Sam & Mac, tattoos or not))
February 9, 2014
Three and a half stars. Erotic without actual sex. Not an easy task. A night on Miami Beach that reveals so much about their relationship. Love these guys.
June 20, 2014
Sooo.... That (and the sneak peek) wasn't as bad as I dreaded. /wipes brow
May 12, 2013
AWESOME INTERLUDE!!!
September 9, 2013
Damn this was hot!
October 16, 2013
3,5 Burning Stars.
June 3, 2014
Very short but very enjoyable!!!
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