A Hearts Entwined NovelCar restorer Dean Milford knows how to make damaged things beautiful again. Only, after a bad breakup, he loses sight of who he is, playing the field and distracting himself with any man he comes across. But now there’s only one guy who really matters to him. And maybe with his latest restoration job—a vintage Cobra—he’ll get the chance to let him know.Losing his sight … know.
Losing his sight wasn’t the worst thing to happen to Lee Studer—losing his independence was. It’s taken a while, but he’s finally found his place in the world—in a garage. Funny enough, his acute hearing allows him to pinpoint engine problems just by listening. And even better, he’s going to have a chance to help his long-time crush, Dean, rebuild his fantasy car.
As the restoration comes together, so do Lee and Dean, building a friendship that quickly turns into so much more. But before they can think about a future together, they have to deal with the past. Only that turns out to be more dangerous than either one ever dreamed….
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This is part of the Hearts Entwined series and I do think you should read some of the others since many of the other characters, especially James and Scott are prominent in this book. This is Lee and Dean’s story.
Dean is Travis and Brent’s friend and feeling like a third wheel since they both have significant others in their lives. He has gone a bit wild since his boyfriend dumped him and feels no self-worth. He made a big purchase of a Cobra, though a once in a lifetime find it pretty much took his reserves, so now his business is low too. He has always looked at Lee the mechanic at Travis’ shop, but he is young and he feels wouldn’t want anything to do with him.
Lee lost his sight in an accident and his teacher James brought him to the shop to show him he could still use his skills. He has worked there and loves his job but is feeling like a burden on his friends and family. His mom overprotects him and he longs for a boyfriend and things a young man his age should have.
This is such a sweet story about two men that are feeling low on themselves for very different reasons. There is a good storyline there, a sweet, budding romance then the author throws in a monkey wrench (pun intended) Someone drugs Lee and there are more threats at work and home. Who is after Lee and why?
There is a lot going on and if you are already a fan of Andrew Grey you know how great his stories are and how they keep you wanting more.
If you love a big age gap, a second chance on life, men with physical challenges, car restorers, mechanics, and an allover sweet romance this is for you!
Dean Milford feels like he’s alone even though he has a couple of great friends. Lee Studer doesn’t let a disability stop him from being a productive person and doing something he loves. Dean’s friends have a part in this story but if you’ve not been following the series, like me, you’ll be glad to know that they also have their own book. Good thing this is a standalone. You won’t feel lost having missed any of the previous three stories.
I liked how authors have started giving the readers more characters that aren’t model perfect. It makes them seem more human, more relatable. They could be your coworker, a family member, or even someone you’re interested in. In one point of the story Dean and Lee are having a conversation when Dean says something to him that I have to agree with. I’m not going to quote it because I want you to find it on your own. I think you’ll find that you agree with the statement as well.
Now the author could have just gone and developed the relationship that you will have no trouble seeing develop. But he shows how difficult things can sometimes be. It will make you think about how our world has changed and some of that can be due to those who seem to feed off hate, those that don’t like anyone that’s not like them, or possibly someone dealing with a mental health issue. On the flip side, the author shows that most everyone just wants someone to share their life with. He does a good job in giving the reader a sense of the emotions that our main characters are feeling. Mr. Grey didn’t write any scene that made me feel uncomfortable but left me smiling at the very sweet ending. He also left me wondering if I’m going to see this group again.
I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.