RICKY My double life is crumbling around me. Denying who I am isn’t fair on anyone: the girls I tried so hard to date, the guys I’m too afraid to flirt with, or my family who don’t know the truth. I’m afraid of coming out to my mom—but if I don’t, I’ll remain in fear that she’ll find out from someone else. I’m torn between expectation and truth, and I’m not sure I can keep hiding behind a cocky … behind a cocky grin.
I’m not ready for the gorgeous guy who challenges me in my own diner. His every word turns me on, and I’m drawn to him like a moth to flame, but if I get so close that anyone finds out, we’re both going to end up burned.
CEDAR
I’m too clumsy to hold onto anything good. Everything I touch breaks, and now I’m dependent on my ex’s good graces. He runs our urban gardening charity, and his dad pays my rent. I do the dirty work, which is all I’m good for: I dig holes and plant seeds. Standing up for myself feels impossible, so I start easy. At least, it was supposed to be.
The cocky cook who couldn’t crisp up my bacon sure crisped up my sausage. Everyone knows closeted guys are a risk, and I’m great at scaring people away. But Ricky gives me the strength to be me, and I can’t stop falling for him. Not even chipped Brooklyn sidewalks can stop true love blooming.
Boiling Point is book three in the Brooklyn Boys series, where good men find their happily ever afters in a hectic metropolis. It has an HEA and no cliffhanger. There will be awkward first times, cops at the door, hiding in thrift store racks, a trouble-making bouquet, a mama’s boy coming home, and an uncontrolled flame.
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I’ve been looking forward to Ricky’s story and it did not disappoint. Ricky is finally ready to admit to himself and everyone that he is gay. Cedar is in a sticky situation with his ex. These two come together at a perfect time in each other’s lives. This book is sweet, sexy and low angst, a perfect combination. I think my only complaint, which is very minor, is that the first half has quite a bit of self reflection and inner monologue, which I’m personally not a huge fan of as a reader. But it picks right up in the second half and turned out to be another winner by this author. This is the 3rd book in the series but you could easily read it as a stand-alone without feeling lost or confused.
I so wanted to finish this book in one sitting, but I couldn’t call off work. I did however lose sleep, and it was totally worth it! This book has all the M/M feels, a nice story plot to go along with it, and a first time coming out experience that brought me to tears!
I can always count on E. Davies for such a wonderful and amazing story! They’re my go-to author when I need the warm and fuzzies!
Just wow! Ed has done it again. The emotion through this story in the writing and between the characters is stunning! Ricky and how he deals with his coming out is strong and heartwarming and Cedar I just wanna hug him. With douche-bag ex’s and wonderful friends this book is wonderful
I loved everything about this book,perhaps
most emotional one the series,maybe because I really felt for Cedar,his condition and his insecurities. I adored Ricky and the way the author helps us connect to all the characters.
I loved it
Well that was just gorgeous. It’s a perfect Ed Davies romance with lots of sweet, sweet love and only a little bit of angsting.
Ricky is just the right guy for Cedar to rely on once he manages to deal with his fears about coming out and admitting to his mama and the world that he’s gay.
I loved Ricky, how supportive he was even before Cedar’s ass of an ex came and outed him. He had such a wonderful way of making Cedar’s life with cerebral palsy not be an issue.
And way to go Ed Davies, for creating such a compelling character in Cedar, who I absolutely adored.
All ends up just a lovely read.
Boiling Point is the third book in the Brooklyn Boys series and although familiar faces from books one and two make an appearance, it can be read as a standalone. This book is a contemporary romance featuring a toxic ex-boyfriend, coming out, and the courage to be true to yourself.
Ricky has been hiding his true self all his life and has no idea how to come out. But meeting Cedar changes everything and helps him find the resolve to move forward with his life and not loose out on love. Cedar has a lot of emotional damage he has to heal from his ex-boyfriend, but meeting Ricky is exactly what he needed to help find his confidence and self-worth. Together these men will help support each other as they deal with difficult obstacles that life throws at them.
I liked this book, but it definitely had some difficult moments for poor Cedar. Cedar drove me crazy because I both loved him and wanted to shake him. He stuck his head in the sand too many times and it ended up putting him in a really bad jam, but luckily this is a romance book so everything worked out for the best in the end.
Nick J. Russo narrated this book like he did the last two books in the series. He did a fantastic job, especially with keeping all the character voices distinct. I had no trouble following along with the story and enjoyed his performance immensely.
Boiling Point by E. Davies is the third book in the Brooklyn Boys series. Interesting and well written, tge story was emotional and touching, but also held humor and steam. Yhe characters were amazing and drew me into their world.
Nick J Russo’s narrating is amazingly done – smooth, clear and entertaining.
Oh, my goodness! Ricky and Cedar are just made for each other! This is the third installment in the Brooklyn Boys series and it is getting stronger with each book! Ricky is the cook at Bubbles restaurant and Cedar usually comes in with his friends to grab a quick bite which includes bacon. Well the one time that his bacon came out limp he decided to stand up for himself and say something. This kicked off a whole sting of happy moment and the coming out of Ricky to his family and most important Cedar. Then Cedar finally kicks the jerk of an ex boyfriend to the curb and you will want to cheer right along with me on this one. Turns out that each and everyone of the boys of Brooklyn stand behind each other in the best way possible. Great read and tons of romance with a little bit of heroism added in just for good measures.
Another lovely addition to E. Davies’ Brooklyn Boys series. This story includes backmailing exs, a closeted cook, anda phianthpoic cutie who doesn’t let his cerabl palsy get in his way, I really loved how the
Honestly this series cannot get have a bad book. I do know that the title of this book was changed just before release and I have to tell you this title is sooooooooooo much more fitting to the story.
Usually we get one mean person but this one gives us 2 and man are they the mean, petty and jealous. Although Ricky is leading a double life he has not issues protected Cedar from Nathan. I love how these 2 give each other strength to handle the tough stuff and become more confidant in who they are.
When Madison, Ricky’s ex, comes around to out him……well let’s just say it’s one of the best scenes in the book and I am sure will have you laughing.
I adore this book and these characters. I was quickly swept into this story and didn’t want to put the book down. Ricky and Cedar are both characters who have their own issues and seeing how they worked through them was heartwarming. This author has created characters that I would want to spend time with, this is a wonderful book.
Wow! This series just keeps getting better and better. Although Adam is still my favorite, Cedar now has a special place in my heart. He goes through so much with his ex and it was great to see him find someone who truly appreciates him. Ricky and Cedar just made my heart melt! Damn Gay! Lol! Looking forward to the next one!