Drew Jackson is sick of constantly being on the move, running away from his mistakes, his desires, and a secret-filled past. He’s decided his new teaching job in Cardiff is his chance to finally settle down. Perhaps here he can have a home, and even friendships that won’t end in disaster. Like his growing rapport with history teacher Nathan Morgan.Nathan has been careful to keep his sexuality a … sexuality a secret at work. He doesn’t want that kind of attention from the student body. There’s one body he would like attention from, though—the new science teacher, Drew. But it’s much too risky to let Drew know how he feels. He won’t gamble their fledgling friendship on an awkward confession of lust. And Drew’s probably straight anyway.
Their friendship is derailed when a student’s accusation forces a reluctant confession. Drew is tempted to run again until he comes face to face with the inescapable realisation that flight has ruined every relationship he’s ever had.
But maybe he’s finally found someone worth staying in one place for.
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Drew has been running from his past and has decided to settle down. He has a new teaching position as a science teacher in Cardiff. He has become friends with the History teacher, Nathan. Drew hides himself but is forced to come out. I loved how the two men became best friends that escalated to romance. This was good, definitely recommend. I’m voluntarily reviewing from an advanced copy that I received.
Drew Jackson is a man who reacts to trouble by running away. He has run from his latest mistake and is now ready to settle down at his new science teaching job in Cardiff. Right from the start, a friendship starts with history teacher Nathan Morgan. Nathan enjoys his teaching job, but he feels he must hide his sexuality for his own protection. And although Nathan felt an easy attraction for Drew, he was fairly certain that Drew was straight, especially with his history of female entanglements.
Their growing friendship and comfort at being around each other was very well done and felt real. By the time they opened up to each other, they had a strong foundation established and were ready to explore the possibilities. I was proud of Drew when he was ready to run at the first sign of trouble, but then realized that was his automatic response and, maybe this time, he has a real reason to stay and face whatever challenge was presented, with Nathan by his side.
I enjoyed their story. It was nicely played out with characters the reader could care about. Nathan’s strong and steady personality was good for Drew and helped him to face his problems head-on. Grab your copy and share their story.
Who doesn’t love reading about a couple of cuties keeping secrets in school, even if they are the teachers????
I loved this book; It’s a slow burn, friends to lovers tale of two men that click from day one. The two main characters are both well developed within the story line with neither of them declaring their sexuality within their work place. Whilst one is not shy outside if school the other is still reeling from life events that haunt his ability to live his true feelings day to day. Will finding each other help them both to be more open…keep reading to find out!
Lillian Francis has written a great book, based around a secondary school in Cardiff; she has used all the angst of teenage years to great effect through out the book as well as mental health issues, alcohol and drug misuse, grief, and unrequited love to build additional story lines bringing the support cast in with the two main characters to give more depth to them.
Once they do find each other there is a fair amount of bedroom action and I loved that the book had a clear message about safe sex as this is not seen often enough in books!! I loved the comedic elements as well as the fact that I could hear the Welsh’ness of their voices when I was reading thanks to watching too much ‘Gavin and Stacey’!
I totally loved this book and I’m recommending it for your Kindle library today although its one that you need to be careful reading when someone could be watching over your shoulder!!! xx
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
A fantastic and memorable m/m romance read!! Drew, the newbie American science teacher, can be a bit naive, and if not for his Welsh colleague Nathan, would face some major set-backs in his career. Nathan was my favorite of the two; he’s kind, organized and a great teacher and supportive friend. Drew’s checkered romantic past lends extra depth to his character. Together they make a great closet couple but, eventually, it’s a closet that leads to a major challenge to their relationship. Plenty of heat and romance, some great secondary characters (including Nathan’s scene-stealing little niece), and a great plot. So glad I found this book!
I received a complimentary advance copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest review.
Drew is starting at a new school in a teaching position. He meets Nathan at school and they become fast friends. What Drew doesn’t realize is that Nathan wants more than friendship. Drew has his reasons why it can’t be anything but friendship. I enjoyed this book.
If you don’t ask, how can you tell? Drew, moved to teach at a new school and was lost on the campus. He saw a student and felt he should reprimand him for being out of place. Nathan, Assistant head of Humanities Dept, enjoyed the misunderstanding. Nathan, 24 was admired and respected by the staff, even though he always wore jeans. When school was in formal session, he grew a beard, wore glasses and tamed his hair. Drew was a habitual toucher. Nathan, was gay, just not advertising. He was interested in Drew, but realized Drew was into women. Nathan was ready to be just a friend, no matter how much it hurt. A potentially career ending event occurred at school. Nathan tried to warn Drew. Then the situation passively escalted. Drew and Nathan came to a potentially friendship ending crossroads. Does Drew’s career survive? Does he stay a good friend to Nathan? Can Nathan stay strong? In any universe, can Drew have feelings for Nathan? Great story. Nicely themed out. Good characters. Well done! I received an ARC from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Nice cover art.
Drew was starting at new school again to get away from another mistake he had made. Then he got lost trying to find his science classroom so he saw Nathan who was another teacher and asked for help. Nathan helped him figure out the halls and how to get to his class. Nathen also showed him the different restaurants and stores in the area and they went quit a few times. They thought the other was straight and then there were misunderstandings. It took awhile for them to get worked out but things came out really great! Great book!!