Despite the curve balls thrown at him throughout his childhood, Barrett Kenner is now a successful musician. The only thing missing is romance.Ivan Romanov killed a man to save his sister’s life. Although he’s served his time, Ivan’s past left him with baggage far heavier than the meager belongings he carries out of prison.Barrett clings to the memory of a fervent kiss, a kiss Ivan tries to … Ivan tries to pretend meant nothing. When the two men finally accept their feelings for each other, life should be smooth sailing, but the past still lurks in the shadows.
Can Barrett and Ivan protect their love and their lives, or will dangers from long ago be more than they can withstand?
Barrett & Ivan is a May/December, friends-to-lovers, second chance romance.
This book was originally published in 2016 under the same title. The story, blurb, and cover have been revised and updated.
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Another great addition to the Something About Him series! Ellis always manages to write likeable, relatable characters that you just want to read more about. Just had to this book in one go.
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This is such an interesting and entertaining story about love, loss and family. Barrett and Lexi met as kids and became best friends. When Barrett met Lexi’s older brother Ivan, he developed a crush for him. When Barrett was 14, Ivan became his fantasy. When he was 16 Ivan kissed him. He was on his way to jail for killing the guy who beat his sister up and put her in the hospital. Ivan asked Barrett to take care of Lexi until he got out of jail, and sent them to a safe place to live, providing them money to survive. 10 years after going away, Ivan is released, and goes home to Barrett and Lexi. Barrett had been waiting the whole time Ivan was away to find out why Ivan had kissed him. Both want a relationship, but both are afraid if what would happen to Lexi if they got together, then broke up. While dealing with this, someone is demanding a meeting with Ivan. Mob ties helped Ivan with Lexi and Barrett, but he didn’t want anything more to do with them. All three of them are strong, caring and likable. And the storyline is amazing.
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What I love about A.D Ellis books is that the characters are true to life!
In this case Ivan Romanof 20 years of age made a mistake by killing his 16 year old sister Alexis abusive boyfriend after she tried to break up with him.
Before going to jail he kissed his sisters gay best friend Barrett who had always followed him like a lost puppy.
He had his own agenda for doing that and now ten years later he is struggling with his own demons and sexuality from being incarcerated in prison.
That kiss……
What did it mean?
Who is DKR? What does he want with Ivan?
Will sweet Barrett be able to get his answers and maybe his happily ever after with the man of his dreams?
I recommend this book if you like a sweet second chance at love!
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This was a good story. Well written story with a great plot and great characters. I enjoyed this one.
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Love, love, love this story. The characters were thoughtful written and it also had a great storyline.
I have been a faithful fan of this series and once again I was pleased with the way this author weaved the story of friendship, love, and redemption. Barrett has know and loved Ivan since he was teenager. After Ivan goes to prison for killing his sister Alexia’s abusive boyfriend, Barrett and Alexis go into hiding depending on each other while waiting for Ivan to come home.
Once home, Ivan battles the demons of being in prison for 10 years. His love for Barrett and the unwavering support Barrett and Alexis give Ivan help with the readjustment.
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Another great read by AD Lewis who once again brings strong characters and an interesting story line. She pulled me in from page one and kept me glued to the pages right to the end. She brings all the feels as she weaves a steamy romance between Barrett and Ivan. I loved reading their story.
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Ivan always thought he was straight until he kissed Barrett and told him to watch over his sister Lexi. Ivan is going to prison for killing his sister’s boyfriend because he beat his sister up. I really enjoyed this book.
Barrett hung out with Lexie a lot because his grandfather didn’t like he was gay and Ivan her brother was there too. He had a crush on Ivan, Ivan kissed him before he left for prison when Barrett was 16. Because Ivan killed a man to keep his sister alive. Barrett and Lexie lived together while he was there, Lexie became an author and Barrett was a musician and singer he did different things for people like jingles. Finally Ivan got out and found out the the various things they did to keep their spirits up plus he really wanted to be with Barrett. Lexie and Ivan got a surprise visitor. Great book! Pulled me in and had to keep reading!
I loved this book. This book was great cause it wasn’t the typical boy meets boy and falls in love book. I loved that they had a history with one another and in some ways had saved their love for one another over coming bad decisions and family honors. Can’t wait to see what other great stories A.D. has for us in the future.
** spoiler alert ** Ivan spent 10 years in prison, Barrett waited for him for years. One in denial, one ready to start living. Will Ivan be able to overcome his ghosts? Will Barrett get everything he has always wanted?
Have to say these two pulled my heart strings. Ivan went through so much to protect those he loved and I loved seeing him come into his true self and accept the love presented to him. While naive, I loved how Barrett accepted those around him and proved to Ivan he was worth it. Absolutely loved these two!
Ivan goes to prison for ten years for beating up his sister’s boyfriend. Barrett is Lexi’s best friend and stays with her while her brother is away. When Ivan comes back, they reconnect. The story has love and hope. I really liked it! It is really well written, highly recommend.
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