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Holiday Jobs that Don't Suck #7
The Firecracker and the Rocket
Casey has held a yearlong crush on Vin Sumpter. When the man keeps coming to his place of work with date after date, he calls Vin out on it only to come to find out things aren’t what they seem. Now, it’s a month later, and Casey is still embarrassed as hell when Vin decides to work at the fireworks tent located in the parking lot of O’Dwyer’s, the pub where Casey works.
Vin Sumpter is tired of playing cat and mouse. Ever since his friend Derek pointed Casey out to him, he hasn’t been able to keep the man out his mind. So, when he is offered the chance to work near Casey, Vin does everything to make the man his.
Will sparks begin to ignite for Vin and Casey? And what will happen when Vin’s summer term is up and he has to leave campus?
Vin Sumpter is tired of playing cat and mouse. Ever since his friend Derek pointed Casey out to him, he hasn’t been able to keep the man out his mind. So, when he is offered the chance to work near Casey, Vin does everything to make the man his.
Will sparks begin to ignite for Vin and Casey? And what will happen when Vin’s summer term is up and he has to leave campus?
37 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 1, 2013
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About the author
Jackie Nacht
64 books165 followersShort, sexy and sweet—where a little love goes a long way.
That’s the best way to describe Jackie Nacht’s stories. I was introduced to M/M Romance through my sister, Stephani, and read it for years. Then, I thought it was time to put my own stories on paper. I began writing short and sweet stories that ended with a happily ever after…and sometimes more than one, in the case of my YA Fork in the Road series, which has interactive endings.
Thinking back to my own book addiction, where there were many nights I stayed up way too late so I could read just one more chapter—yeah, right—I decided to write short romances for young adults as well as adults. Hopefully, they will give high school and college students, or working men and women something they can read during their lunch hour, in between classes or just when they want to briefly get away from the daily stresses of everyday life.
You can find me on Facebook, Twitter and at my webpage: www.jackienacht.com.
That’s the best way to describe Jackie Nacht’s stories. I was introduced to M/M Romance through my sister, Stephani, and read it for years. Then, I thought it was time to put my own stories on paper. I began writing short and sweet stories that ended with a happily ever after…and sometimes more than one, in the case of my YA Fork in the Road series, which has interactive endings.
Thinking back to my own book addiction, where there were many nights I stayed up way too late so I could read just one more chapter—yeah, right—I decided to write short romances for young adults as well as adults. Hopefully, they will give high school and college students, or working men and women something they can read during their lunch hour, in between classes or just when they want to briefly get away from the daily stresses of everyday life.
You can find me on Facebook, Twitter and at my webpage: www.jackienacht.com.
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August 5, 2013
This review can be found at Brief Encounters Reviews.
This is a sweet little college romance set in the same universe as the other stories. Casey has been lusting after Vin for a while and Vin keeps bring his dates to Casey’s pub where he works, both men and women. This just annoys Casey more and more, thinking the guy gets around. One day he snaps and says so out-loud, only to find out that they aren’t his dates, but merely friends and fellow-students, leaving Casey mortified. Even worse, Vin is now working at the temporary fireworks vendor in the pub parking lot and ends up having lunch and drinks during the hot hot days at the pub.
Finally Vin forces the issues and explains that he has no hard feelings for what Casey said and it made Vin realize maybe he was giving off an image he didn’t want unintentionally. So now they’re finally together, but Vin has to head home for the summer just as their romance is getting started and they both fear the break will scuttle it.
Of course there ends up being a solution, but both boys in typical 20 year old style fret about such things that us older folk (aging myself) would find not such a big deal. The author writes adorable nice guys without tons of baggage, most of us don’t have that much baggage at such a young age, so she’s usually good for a sweet read when you are in the mood for young men without much angst, except that of their own creation. :-) It’s a bit of fluff, but a cute addition to the series.
This is a sweet little college romance set in the same universe as the other stories. Casey has been lusting after Vin for a while and Vin keeps bring his dates to Casey’s pub where he works, both men and women. This just annoys Casey more and more, thinking the guy gets around. One day he snaps and says so out-loud, only to find out that they aren’t his dates, but merely friends and fellow-students, leaving Casey mortified. Even worse, Vin is now working at the temporary fireworks vendor in the pub parking lot and ends up having lunch and drinks during the hot hot days at the pub.
Finally Vin forces the issues and explains that he has no hard feelings for what Casey said and it made Vin realize maybe he was giving off an image he didn’t want unintentionally. So now they’re finally together, but Vin has to head home for the summer just as their romance is getting started and they both fear the break will scuttle it.
Of course there ends up being a solution, but both boys in typical 20 year old style fret about such things that us older folk (aging myself) would find not such a big deal. The author writes adorable nice guys without tons of baggage, most of us don’t have that much baggage at such a young age, so she’s usually good for a sweet read when you are in the mood for young men without much angst, except that of their own creation. :-) It’s a bit of fluff, but a cute addition to the series.
July 24, 2013
Reviewed for Hearts On Fire Reviews
Vin often comes to the restaurant where Casey is a waiter and he brings his dates with him. Why then does he keep flirting with Casey? Finally, Casey just snaps about it. He has a crush, even if he hasn’t let Vin know, and he kind of makes a boob out of himself. At work, in public, no less. Embarrassing!
So now Casey is mortified and what’s a guy to do? Now Casey has to navigate his way to an apology for acting like a drama queen and Vin has to find a way to show who he really is.
The story is short and cute. And I loved the parts that seemed so real life – such as when Casey climbs in the truck with Vin and his friend Cooper and all he wants to do is plug is nose because Vin badly needed a shower. No “oh manly sweat is so hot” here!
Let’s make sure I mention –Vin’s picnic is absolutely, completely adorable. Had I not loved him before that, this would have done it. This is a funny, sweet addition to the Holiday Jobs That Don’t Suck series.
Vin often comes to the restaurant where Casey is a waiter and he brings his dates with him. Why then does he keep flirting with Casey? Finally, Casey just snaps about it. He has a crush, even if he hasn’t let Vin know, and he kind of makes a boob out of himself. At work, in public, no less. Embarrassing!
So now Casey is mortified and what’s a guy to do? Now Casey has to navigate his way to an apology for acting like a drama queen and Vin has to find a way to show who he really is.
The story is short and cute. And I loved the parts that seemed so real life – such as when Casey climbs in the truck with Vin and his friend Cooper and all he wants to do is plug is nose because Vin badly needed a shower. No “oh manly sweat is so hot” here!
Let’s make sure I mention –Vin’s picnic is absolutely, completely adorable. Had I not loved him before that, this would have done it. This is a funny, sweet addition to the Holiday Jobs That Don’t Suck series.
November 9, 2013
Maybe 3* if you are just looking for a short, light, no muss no fuss read.
Vin crushed on Casey, so he goes into the restaurant he's a server at for months, always with a different person.
Casey likes Vin, but seeing him with a different guy every Friday has just convinced Casey that Vin's a player.
Well, he's not, they get over it and get it on.
The end.
Vin crushed on Casey, so he goes into the restaurant he's a server at for months, always with a different person.
Casey likes Vin, but seeing him with a different guy every Friday has just convinced Casey that Vin's a player.
Well, he's not, they get over it and get it on.
The end.
August 4, 2013
2.5 stars. Not my fave in this series. I just didn't connect very much with the two MCs which is what makes these stories for me. Vin and Casey were Ok, but I just didn't feel the same chemistry with them as with the other guys in this series.
July 3, 2018
Quick read, story under 30 pages. All stories in the holiday jobs that don't suck series are loosely connected.
July 8, 2013
The Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck series is definitely a fun and sexy series to read and get addicted to. Each story really brings something special to the series and I’ve enjoyed every one of them.
For several months now, Casey has had a crush on Vin. Unfortunately for Casey, Vin has an endless supply of dates and because of this, has a reputation that Casey can’t ignore. To make matters worse, Vin seems to always bring his dates to the pub Casey works as a host at, and every time Casey sees him with someone new, it breaks his heart a little bit more.
Finally, unable to take it anymore, Casey causes a slight scene from venting his frustrations about it to a co-worker and friend…within Vin’s eyesight. Unfortunately for Casey, he finds out the truth behind Vin’s many dates, and is both humiliated and embarrassed to think he was so quick to pass judgment on his crush.
Now, Casey must swallow his pride and try to get Vin to forgive his self-proclaimed immature scene he made. But when Casey notices that Vin is working at the firecracker stand just outside the restaurant, he knows he has a chance to make things right…if only he gets the guts to do it.
I really loved this book. Both Casey and Vin were likeable characters. Casey is a little impulsive, smart and has a sweet, bubbly personality that I really enjoyed. There is also more to Vin than meets the eye. He is a jock who works hard on and off the football field. He’s smart, loyal and has a tender and forgiving nature that really resonated with me as a reader. I really loved these two men together and enjoyed watching them get to know each other and fall in love.
As with all of Ms. Nacht’s books I will say that I wish the book was longer. I love her characters and she has a both witty and heartfelt way of telling a story that all romantics at heart will enjoy. Although The Firecracker and the Rocket is the seventh book in the Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck series, it can definitely be read as a stand-alone book in the series. However, I do recommend reading all of these books, because some of the past characters do play a role in each book and well, you’ll really fall for them and want to read more about them once you’re introduced to them. They’re all sexy, sweet, fun reads that are short enough for an hour or so of sheer romantic pleasure.
Highly Recommended!
The Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck in books in series order are:
Bewitched at the Pumpkin Patch
Full Disclosure on Black Friday
Paper Cuts and Mistletoe
Cupids and Wardrobe Malfunctions
Pink Bunny Ears Seriously?
But I Look Terrible in Green
The Firecracker and the Rocket
For several months now, Casey has had a crush on Vin. Unfortunately for Casey, Vin has an endless supply of dates and because of this, has a reputation that Casey can’t ignore. To make matters worse, Vin seems to always bring his dates to the pub Casey works as a host at, and every time Casey sees him with someone new, it breaks his heart a little bit more.
Finally, unable to take it anymore, Casey causes a slight scene from venting his frustrations about it to a co-worker and friend…within Vin’s eyesight. Unfortunately for Casey, he finds out the truth behind Vin’s many dates, and is both humiliated and embarrassed to think he was so quick to pass judgment on his crush.
Now, Casey must swallow his pride and try to get Vin to forgive his self-proclaimed immature scene he made. But when Casey notices that Vin is working at the firecracker stand just outside the restaurant, he knows he has a chance to make things right…if only he gets the guts to do it.
I really loved this book. Both Casey and Vin were likeable characters. Casey is a little impulsive, smart and has a sweet, bubbly personality that I really enjoyed. There is also more to Vin than meets the eye. He is a jock who works hard on and off the football field. He’s smart, loyal and has a tender and forgiving nature that really resonated with me as a reader. I really loved these two men together and enjoyed watching them get to know each other and fall in love.
As with all of Ms. Nacht’s books I will say that I wish the book was longer. I love her characters and she has a both witty and heartfelt way of telling a story that all romantics at heart will enjoy. Although The Firecracker and the Rocket is the seventh book in the Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck series, it can definitely be read as a stand-alone book in the series. However, I do recommend reading all of these books, because some of the past characters do play a role in each book and well, you’ll really fall for them and want to read more about them once you’re introduced to them. They’re all sexy, sweet, fun reads that are short enough for an hour or so of sheer romantic pleasure.
Highly Recommended!
The Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck in books in series order are:
Bewitched at the Pumpkin Patch
Full Disclosure on Black Friday
Paper Cuts and Mistletoe
Cupids and Wardrobe Malfunctions
Pink Bunny Ears Seriously?
But I Look Terrible in Green
The Firecracker and the Rocket
October 25, 2015
Reviewed at The Blogger Girls.
Casey’s been crushing on Vin for months but the fact Vin comes into O’Dwyer’s every week with a different date means Casey has no chance of being with him. When Casey realizes just who the people are that Vin brings to the bar, he feels stupid and humiliated. But Vin won’t let Casey off so easily and he’ll do whatever he can to make Casey realize the only person he wants is Casey.
Possibly one of my favorite out of this series, I absolutely adored the fact that Casey seemed to put his foot in his mouth when it came to Vin. But then I loved that Vin, even though he was insulted by Casey, still pursued Casey and wanted something more with him. As a couple, they were sweet and adorable and I just really wished we could have gotten to see them getting to know each other.
In the end, another good continuation to the series. I’m loving that we meet new characters and then get their stories and seeing Casey and Vin get a story was a real treat. I adored them both and hope this isn’t the last we see of them!
Casey’s been crushing on Vin for months but the fact Vin comes into O’Dwyer’s every week with a different date means Casey has no chance of being with him. When Casey realizes just who the people are that Vin brings to the bar, he feels stupid and humiliated. But Vin won’t let Casey off so easily and he’ll do whatever he can to make Casey realize the only person he wants is Casey.
Possibly one of my favorite out of this series, I absolutely adored the fact that Casey seemed to put his foot in his mouth when it came to Vin. But then I loved that Vin, even though he was insulted by Casey, still pursued Casey and wanted something more with him. As a couple, they were sweet and adorable and I just really wished we could have gotten to see them getting to know each other.
In the end, another good continuation to the series. I’m loving that we meet new characters and then get their stories and seeing Casey and Vin get a story was a real treat. I adored them both and hope this isn’t the last we see of them!
July 27, 2013
In the seventh book in the Holiday Jobs that Don't Suck series, we find Casey, who has been harboring a crush on Vin, a freshman football player. However, he's somewhat heartbroken and very annoyed by the fact that Vin continuously comes into the restaurant, where Casey's a waiter, with a different person on his arm. Little does Casey know that Vin has been keeping an eye on him as well.
Delightful and sweet, the latest book in this series does not disappoint. Jackie Nacht always manages to mix the right amount of angst and sweet fluff in these novellas. The MCs are very likable and I found myself rooting for their HEA. It was nice to see quick glimpses of couples from the previous books, and I look forward to more stories in this lovely series.
Delightful and sweet, the latest book in this series does not disappoint. Jackie Nacht always manages to mix the right amount of angst and sweet fluff in these novellas. The MCs are very likable and I found myself rooting for their HEA. It was nice to see quick glimpses of couples from the previous books, and I look forward to more stories in this lovely series.
June 2, 2014
I really like this series! Short and sweet! Vin is a sweetheart, forgiving and patient! I'm glad Casey finally took the chance for them! All's well that ends well, great beginning for the two! ♥ :)
January 21, 2014
Short and sweet with a little insecurity thrown all up in it.
January 19, 2014
4 1/2 stars...
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