*****5 Stars*****
A great M/M bundle of three short stories unconnected but linked by the theme that the leading man in each story is in the Limelight as either an actor or musician.
Suck This, Neil Patrick Harris by H.L. Holston & Eleanor Bruce
This is a great friends to lovers story with Dante Moretti, a struggling Hollywood actor looking to land his next big lead but his manwhore reputation seems to be getting in the way. In an attempt to quash the image he talks his former co-star and flat mate Chris, who just happens to be straight, into a pretend relationship. Some of the antics and thoughts of Dante are pretty hilarious as he attempts to fool the producers and media into being hoodwinked but he soon finds the pretence turning to reality as he and Chris develop feelings until Dante messes up and has to prove to Chris that he means more than a starring role.
This is a great friends to lovers story with Dante Moretti, a struggling Hollywood actor looking to land his next big lead but his manwhore reputation seems to be getting in the way. In an attempt to quash the image he talks his former co-star and flat mate Chris, who just happens to be straight, into a pretend relationship. Some of the antics and thoughts of Dante are pretty hilarious as he attempts to fool the producers and media into being hoodwinked but he soon finds the pretence turning to reality as he and Chris develop feelings until Dante messes up and has to prove to Chris that he means more than a starring role.
Time Gone By by E.M. Leya
A lovely second chance romance between two former teenage lovers that were parted by Jon going off to Hollywood, to chase his dream of fame and fortune, while his former best friend turned lover Wyatt refused to, and stayed in their hometown. Jon now a major movie star is called away from set with the devastating news his father has been taken critically ill however he couldn’t have banked on finding Wyatt as the nurse caring for his father. After six years apart Jon decides he is determined to fight for a second chance but finds Wyatt is still hiding his true self. The pair rekindle their affair while working out the issues caused by Jon being famous and confronting Wyatt’s fears.
A lovely second chance romance between two former teenage lovers that were parted by Jon going off to Hollywood, to chase his dream of fame and fortune, while his former best friend turned lover Wyatt refused to, and stayed in their hometown. Jon now a major movie star is called away from set with the devastating news his father has been taken critically ill however he couldn’t have banked on finding Wyatt as the nurse caring for his father. After six years apart Jon decides he is determined to fight for a second chance but finds Wyatt is still hiding his true self. The pair rekindle their affair while working out the issues caused by Jon being famous and confronting Wyatt’s fears.
Center Stage by Sara York
Slade Pepper is the latest big star in the Country Music business however he has yet to admit to his band and fans that he is gay as he doesn’t believe the news will be well accepted. Burnt out from touring and a little jaded by his fame, Slade takes a break where he meets Corbin Branford who has no idea who Slade is. There is an instant attraction between them and after what they expected to be a one night thing quickly turns into something more but before Slade has chance to tell Corbin, who has trust issues, who he really is a fan recognises him. Slade is determined to make Corbin see that he wasn’t trying to deliberately lie to him and sets out to win Corbin over by first confronting the other lies he has been keeping.
Slade Pepper is the latest big star in the Country Music business however he has yet to admit to his band and fans that he is gay as he doesn’t believe the news will be well accepted. Burnt out from touring and a little jaded by his fame, Slade takes a break where he meets Corbin Branford who has no idea who Slade is. There is an instant attraction between them and after what they expected to be a one night thing quickly turns into something more but before Slade has chance to tell Corbin, who has trust issues, who he really is a fan recognises him. Slade is determined to make Corbin see that he wasn’t trying to deliberately lie to him and sets out to win Corbin over by first confronting the other lies he has been keeping.
A great collection of really enjoyable stories and I would love to hear more on how these characters fare.
Blurb
Some dream of fame and fortune, but it isn't always everything one might think it will be. It doesn't matter what entertainment industry you're in, you have to sacrifice, and when it comes to love, well that brings on a million other issues.
Inside you'll find three stories about men in the limelight. They worked hard to gain the fame they've found, but in doing so, they all have longed for one thing — Love. Some things might come easy for these men, but when it comes to sharing their hearts, things are never simple and either are the men they desire.
Time Gone By by E.M. Leya
Jon is one of the biggest names in Hollywood. The fame and fortune he has is like nothing he ever imagined, but he left behind the only man he'd ever loved to achieve it.
Wyatt thought he'd put the past behind him and moved on, focusing on his career as he hides the truth about himself from those who are closest to him. Why should he risk his family and friends with being honest when his only reason left town six years ago?
When fate throws the two men together again, they are forced to confront things from the past that they both don't want to admit, but the passion and desire for each other is stronger than ever, proving that no matter how much time has gone by, the heart knows what it wants.
Suck This, Neil Patrick Harris by H.L. Holston & Eleanor Bruce
Dante Moretti has a big problem. His acting career has hit the skids and he's desperate to land the lead role in the next Hollywood blockbuster. It’s his last chance to get back on the superstar track.
But, his personal life is a train wreck. No sane director will work with him any longer. Solution? Bribe his best friend and former co-star, Chris Parker to play the role of his long-term boyfriend. Showing the world he’s in a committed relationship will hopefully convince casting agents he’s reformed, stable and trustworthy.
Even if it’s a lie.
What Dante doesn’t count on is the public’s reaction to the announcement that Chris and he are a couple…and his own feelings for Chris spiraling out of control.
Under the merciless cameras of the paparazzi, Dante is forced to choose--his leading man status or the man he thought was just his best friend. Who ever thought that pretending to be in love would be this hard?
Center Stage by Sara York
Country music is Slade Pepper’s first love and he can’t walk away from the stage, but being gay and in country music doesn’t allow him to have a personal life. Slade takes the month off to decompress and search his soul. He meets Corbin Branford and can’t say no to a passion filled night. One night turns into more, but Corbin has no idea who Slade is, and Slade tries to keep it that way...until a fan blows his cover. Corbin is angry enough to leave, but Slade Pepper won’t give up without a fight.
Inside you'll find three stories about men in the limelight. They worked hard to gain the fame they've found, but in doing so, they all have longed for one thing — Love. Some things might come easy for these men, but when it comes to sharing their hearts, things are never simple and either are the men they desire.
Time Gone By by E.M. Leya
Jon is one of the biggest names in Hollywood. The fame and fortune he has is like nothing he ever imagined, but he left behind the only man he'd ever loved to achieve it.
Wyatt thought he'd put the past behind him and moved on, focusing on his career as he hides the truth about himself from those who are closest to him. Why should he risk his family and friends with being honest when his only reason left town six years ago?
When fate throws the two men together again, they are forced to confront things from the past that they both don't want to admit, but the passion and desire for each other is stronger than ever, proving that no matter how much time has gone by, the heart knows what it wants.
Suck This, Neil Patrick Harris by H.L. Holston & Eleanor Bruce
Dante Moretti has a big problem. His acting career has hit the skids and he's desperate to land the lead role in the next Hollywood blockbuster. It’s his last chance to get back on the superstar track.
But, his personal life is a train wreck. No sane director will work with him any longer. Solution? Bribe his best friend and former co-star, Chris Parker to play the role of his long-term boyfriend. Showing the world he’s in a committed relationship will hopefully convince casting agents he’s reformed, stable and trustworthy.
Even if it’s a lie.
What Dante doesn’t count on is the public’s reaction to the announcement that Chris and he are a couple…and his own feelings for Chris spiraling out of control.
Under the merciless cameras of the paparazzi, Dante is forced to choose--his leading man status or the man he thought was just his best friend. Who ever thought that pretending to be in love would be this hard?
Center Stage by Sara York
Country music is Slade Pepper’s first love and he can’t walk away from the stage, but being gay and in country music doesn’t allow him to have a personal life. Slade takes the month off to decompress and search his soul. He meets Corbin Branford and can’t say no to a passion filled night. One night turns into more, but Corbin has no idea who Slade is, and Slade tries to keep it that way...until a fan blows his cover. Corbin is angry enough to leave, but Slade Pepper won’t give up without a fight.
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