The writing ability of this author never ceases to amaze me. Before opening a page I know that the balance between plot, pacing and the characters will be perfect and this book is no exception.

Magnus and Laurie are strongly developed characters that had me in hysterics. The non stop witty banter and deadpan humour made for a very enjoyable romantic comedy reading experience. Their initial meeting is arguably one of the funniest I’ve read and it involves creative use of a haberdashery item. I so enjoyed watching grumpy Magnus begrudgingly reveal the person that only Laurie can see and all the lighthearted moments shared between them.

They become friendly and that friendship evolves into more when they can no longer deny the chemistry between them. Whilst that leads to many a steamy moment, it doesn’t automatically lead to an HEA. That only comes when a mystery is revealed and the subsequent crises is overcome.

This was a one sitting read for me that captured my heart and had me constantly laughing out loud.

This is such a sweet and swoon worthy, snarky slow burn that has the perfect balance of romance, drama and a cast of main and secondary characters that keep the plot very interesting and engaging.

Cam boy Sam may look femme and sparkly but he has great inner strength and can be fierce when required. Trip is a big, cowboy teddy bear with a heart of gold and loves his ranching life - including the Houdini like stallion and the grumpy goose!

Circumstances bring Sam and Trip together and their friendship develops quickly and deeply. Sam can’t help but crush on Trip who really is a bit oblivious until it’s pointed out to him by an employee. So begins his bi-awakening journey, which he fully embraces, and the steamy times begin in earnest turning the heat level up to scorching.

The sweet and swoon is balanced with some angst and drama as Sam’s past with his family comes back into his life. The romance itself between these two wonderful characters is not tarnished by any miscommunications or other crisis , it just bubbles along nicely alongside the dramatic moments.

I laughed and smiled throughout the book and really look forward to the side characters who work at Rebel Sky Ranch having their stories told.

I really enjoyed the continuation of the overall story arc but the romance between Kenn and Warwick felt lacking. Too much time discussing their relationship with others and not enough of them actually talking and being together in the relationship. This just didn’t grab me and keep me engaged as the previous books in the series.

3.5 stars Rounded up.

Enjoyable but didn’t keep me fully engaged and I’m hard pressed to say why. Just didn’t gel for me for some reason.

Pride and Prejudice is one of my all time faves and this contemporary MM version was definitely a one sitting read. The author crafted a superbly written and perfectly paced novel which stays very true to the much loved original. Even knowing the storyline so well, I couldn’t stop turning the pages as I had to know how the next part of the classic would be presented and I was at no stage disappointed.
Bennett and Darcy navigate their way to an HEA despite some troubles along the way. They do have undeniable chemistry but this a very slow burn, low heat romance with a dash of angst and some humorous moments thrown in to keep it all nicely balanced.

I thoroughly enjoyed this very engaging book and highly recommend it.