Jane Davitt builds a complicated relationship between the two men and their friends. Carl, Gray's friend since grade school eventually seems to accept Charles as a part of Gray's life. His character is complex as a straight man with an uncommon affection for his gay friend. He pushes Gray's ability to accept him to the limit, always has, but their friendship seems to endure. Drew, Charles' straight friend is fun, accepting of the men's' relationship in a much more open way. He looks at Gray as an addition to their relationship rather than competition.

Gray and Charles are well built as two men who are similar but with several distinct differences in their past that seem to hold them back. Once Gray is aware of Charles' past and the heartache he's experienced their whole relationship seems to morph into something even better for both of them.

Ms. Davitt mixes humor, angst, some suspense and a lot of romance into this story. It seems to be an excellent telling of the story of four men, the friendships and the relationships that make their world go round. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and found it to be a great read.

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Sensuality rating: Explicit

Reviewer: Dee Dailey
September 24, 2008