Doubtless (Irresistible Attraction, #2) in Riptide Publishing

Jul 20, 2012 Erotic Horizon added it

A OK little filler for me - The author humanized Steve (main protag from PRICELESS) a little for me and now really looking forward to "HIS" story at the end of the year..

Very pleased to see the author also revisit Connor and Steve relationship as well and sort out some of the little niggles I had with Priceless...

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Jun 14, 2012 Adara rated it really liked it

This ended up NOT being exactly what I expected, and it was better for that. (view spoiler) Steve finally realizes what was in his heart way too late to do anything about it in one respect, but not all of them. An escort named Dylan (who has a passing resemblance to Connor) helps him see that he can handle the changes. And Connor gives him some of his ...more

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Jul 23, 2012 Cecile rated it it was amazing

I obtained this bookfor my honest thoughts.... And this is a m/m loving book, so if this is not your cup of tea, please know you will not hurt my feelings...Just stop by to say hi!

I am having a little trouble with my review because as much as I intrigued with this story and it's characters... I had a hard time with the going back and forth of the time line. I should let you know that those kind of stories are not my favorite.... It is just not my reading preference. I do not want to scare you aw ...more

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Jul 12, 2012 Jody rated it really liked it

Doubtless is a sequel to Ms. Grant's previous short story Priceless and reintroduces us to the characters of that story and gives us an update as to how the main couple is fairing. I enjoyed that part of the story as it was like reminiscing with old friends and finding out that HEA does last beyond the final page. In Doubtless, HEA takes on a whole new meaning in this unique view of one man being set on the road to happiness where the ending is just the beginning.

Steve Campbell has always consid Doubtless is a sequel to Ms. Grant's previous short story Priceless and reintroduces us to the characters of that story and gives us an update as to how the main couple is fairing. I enjoyed that part of the story as it was like reminiscing with old friends and finding out that HEA does last beyond the final page. In Doubtless, HEA takes on a whole new meaning in this unique view of one man being set on the road to happiness where the ending is just the beginning.

Steve Campbell has always considered himself a sexy player, but as he gets older it's harder to compete in the arena of sex. One night he reaches an all-time low and that's when he meets the man to completely turn his life around. At first, he thinks Dylan is just a well dressed guy who he enjoys spending time talking to. But he soon realizes that Dylan is an escort after inviting him out to dinner as friends. Their relationship soon morphs into something more complicated, yet satisfying. Dylan is a suave character comfortable in his choice of short-term occupation but is still a mystery at the end of the story. There's flashes of him wanting more with Steve and I truly believe we haven't seen the last of him (which would make me very happy).

Steve doesn't want to acknowledge he's gay, but with the connection he's always felt for his friend Connor combined with the comfort he feels when he's around Dylan, leads him to ultimately acknowledge the truth about himself. Because of Dylan, in a reverse of the usual Pretty Woman scenario, Steve now dresses in an enhancing way and has more self-esteem and a better understanding of who he is. He matured during this story and now has the tools and confidence to go after happiness and I look forward to him finding his special someone (if he hasn't already) in a future book.

This is not your typical romance story. But considering how satisfying a read it was, that's not a bad thing. There's romantic elements permeating the story and some very satisfying sexual tension. Even though the conclusion is open-ended there's a sense of hopefulness and that truly is a happy ending. Those looking for the unexpected will find it in this book. ...more

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Feb 07, 2013 Evaine rated it liked it

Shelves: romance, e-books, m-m

It should be more like 3.5 stars, but Goodreads doesn't do half stars, damn them! I really liked this novella in the end. I spent the first part of it disliking Steve and wanting to smack him upside the head. *LOL* Or at least shake him real good. I was just beginning to really like him and BAM, the story was done. I wanted more and I wanted it now, in the same book. :/ I'm not really a huge fan of the current trend of novellas and short stories in the m/m genre. The thing is, I really enjoy thi ...more

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Jul 25, 2012 Cait Miller rated it really liked it

I was surprised by the direction the story took, it wasn't what I expected. It's NOT a romance, not even a HFN. It IS great story and I really liked it as it followed up on a secondary character from Priceless. The door is open at the end for more I think, for either of the featured characters (view spoiler). and I'd be interested to see if Cat Grant goes through that door. ...more

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