Isaac and Lane were 14 when their parents married. They hit it off and were best friends, but as Isaac figured out his sexuality he realized his feelings towards Lane weren't just a platonic love. A decade later, Lane comes back to Atlanta to repair their relationship after he and Isaac drifted apart after high school, but stumbles upon his own feelings. They have to make a choice between disappointing and losing their family, or finally giving into love. 

Oh poor Isaac, the pining! He's been in love with Lane since the start, and Lane had no clue - which made for a very interesting start. I loved them together, especially after seeing Lane with his ex. Despite being so different Isaac loves Lane exactly as he is and doesn't try to change him or complain about his oddities. Lane is the only person who truly understands Isaac and was there for him growing up. They have such a deep emotional connection that when they finally get together, it's some steamy chemistry. Despite the challenges they face, they stay strong in their love. 

This book is similar to the other in the series (Off Limits), as the characters have to choose between hurting their family and their love for one another. Even though I rated them the same I liked this plot a little better. It read really similarly though, where I was hooked in the beginning but the ending fell a little flat in comparison. That being said I did enjoy these as a good, shorter audiobook reread. A little angst, a little drama, but nothing too heavy. Having  read a good amount by the author, I would rate the series as mid Riley Hart books.

Read if you like: 
• forbidden romance - stepbrothers                      
• friends to lovers   
• opposites attract 

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