TRS Tropes 2026~ Second Chance Romance
Beer Truck by Emily Carrington
Roosters 9
A moment in darkness. An eternity in love
When TJ, a famous country star, finds out he has cancer, he retreats to his hometown to heal away from the paparazzi. Uncomfortable living with his parents, he gets a job as a beer truck driver.
Harvey is the owner of a local bar. He’s been following TJ’s career because the two of them used to be lovers. But TJ insisted on being in the closet. Now that Harvey’s older, he can’t imagine burying himself like that ever again.
But when TJ walks into his bar, both men are shocked by the attraction that still blossoms between them. But neither will budge in their beliefs. How can they possibly find happiness in each other’s arms?
Publisher’s Note: Content trigger warnings for both internal and external homophobia and physical illness (cancer survivor).
Reviews
“Well developed characters and relationships among them. Lots of emotions flying around not always easy ones. Good reality and background that adds to the story. Enjoyable read.” — 4 Stars from Ula, Barnes & Noble Review
“This is a short but good story. I’m glad that I read it.” — 4 Stars from DLB2572, Barnes & Noble Review
“…can Harvey and TJ find a path to happiness? Interesting story of self acknowledgment and growth.” — 5 Stars from C.B., Amazon Review
“Great start to a new series! I enjoyed Terry and Harvey’s story. It was a good second-chance-at-love story.” — 4 Stars from Carrie Krogh, Amazon Review
“This is a second chance at love story. Terry and Harvey became lovers as teens but Terry refused to be openly gay. Twenty years later Terry is back in town for treatment and reconnects with Harvey. Their HEA has to deal with prejudice, fear of losing a career, friends being there for support and finally showing their love. This is a not to be missed story.” — 5 Stars from LAFitch, Barnes & Noble Review
“The angst in this book is pretty tugging on the heartstrings. Well written and accurate!This does end on a HEA ending!” — 5 Stars from Love2read61, Amazon Review
“The more they see each other, the more they can’t keep their hands off each other. I really enjoyed this book.” — 5 Stars from Cynthia, Amazon Review
“Love a good MM book… [a] second chance love not to be missed.” — 5 Stars from Jessica P., Amazon Review
“Truly a very heartwarming story. This is such a good story that tugs at your feelings.” — 5 Stars from StarDragon, Amazon Review
“Great story. Very relatable. Gets your motor racing immediately! The book is so good I wanted to reread it immediately.” — 5 Stars from Kenneth, Amazon Review
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Emily Carrington
Emily Carrington is a multipublished author of male/male and transgender women’s speculative fiction. Seeking a world made of equality, she created SearchLight to live out her dreams. But even SearchLight has its problems, and Emily is looking forward to working all of these out with a host of characters from dragons and genies to psychic vampires. And in the contemporary world she’s named “Sticks & Stones,” Emily has vowed to create small towns where prejudice is challenged by a passionate quest for equality. Find her on Facebook at Emily Carrington’s Confessions, by joining her newsletter, or on her website.
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