Blog Tour, Giveaway & Review ~ Betting on Forever by Felice Stevens
Monday, November 30, 2015
Betting on Forever
The Breakfast Club, Book 2
Cover Designer: Reese Dante
Cover Photo: Stock Photo
Release Date: 11.17.15
BUY LINKS:
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1Px4utJ
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1X3tWG7
All Romance: http://bit.ly/1MykS7o
BLURB:
A weekend fling in Atlantic City couldn’t
be more out of socially shy Zach Cohen’s comfort zone, but a bet with
his best friends forces him to put aside the humiliation he’s hidden for
years, stepping away from behind his computer screens and on line
world. When he meets Sam Stein, despite their spark, Zach expects
nothing more than a night of passion and a kiss goodbye. Yet weeks
later, he can’t keep the man out of his head.
After a split second decision with tragic
results ends his twenty year police career at the same time his
relationship falls apart, Sam Stein is drifting through life. At his
best friend’s urging he agrees to a trip to Atlantic City to clear his
head. What Sam doesn’t plan on is meeting Zach Cohen, whose sweet nature
and honesty has him thinking maybe he could move forward, until Zach
leaves him without explanation, reinforcing Sam’s belief that people
can’t be trusted.
Well-meaning friends refuse to let Zach
and Sam hide from each other, forcing them to realize their weekend is
much more than a one night stand. Before that can happen, Zach must come
to terms with his past and stand up for his own independence, while Sam
has to learn to take a chance and believe in himself and people again.
All bets are off when dreams become reality and forever doesn’t seem to
be long enough.
TEASERS
EXCERPT:
I could be a totally new Zach. Someone who wasn’t afraid to take risks; someone willing to have fun and be daring.” He looked down at his lap. “Someone people would notice.”
None of this made sense to Sam. “But why? You’re a young, incredibly rich, good-looking guy. Why do you think you need to pretend? Any guy would be lucky to be with you.”
The compliment didn’t bring a smile of thanks or even a blush of self-awareness. Zach’s expression grew gloomier, and he stood, then walked to the windows.
“Perceptions rarely mirror truths. What you see isn’t how I see it, and it isn’t how most people have seen me all my life. I’ve never been confident about anything, except my abilities in school. And when you’re ten and never picked for sports or thirteen and never invited to any parties, a pattern is set for the adult you’ll be. The one on the sidelines; always there but never seen. When you’re an invisible kid, you tend to grow up to be an invisible adult.”
How wrong he’d been about Zach from the beginning. And knowing how sweet and kind a soul he was, Sam hurt for the young boy Zach had been and the sad and lonely man who stood before him.
“Is that how you see yourself—invisible?” Sam followed him to the window and placed a hand on his shoulder but made no other move.
“It’s how I’ve always been. Marcus always tried to include me, but—”
“You know what?” Sam slid his arm around Zach, turning him so that they faced each other. “You think too much about Marcus.” Sam took Zach’s glasses off and placed them carefully on the table. “You talk too much about him too. Want to know what I see?”
Zach blinked and nodded.
“I see a guy who’s kind, smart, and tenacious. A man who isn’t afraid to search out what he wants and go after it.” Sam leaned down and brushed Zach’s lips with his own, smiling at the sigh of pleasure from Zach. He pulled off his tee shirt and unbuttoned Zach’s shirt so their bare chests pressed against each other. Sam pushed Zach’s shirt off his shoulders so it fell to the floor, then slid his hand up Zach’s back, as warm and soft as he remembered. His fingers splayed out against skin, muscles, and bones, and he held Zach close. It was as if his hands were made to touch Zach. The feel of his skin was everything right and perfect.
“Don’t ever pretend with me; there’s no reason to. I’m not interested in someone who hangs out at the clubs and parties all night.” He buried his lips in Zach’s hair, his hands smoothing down the curvature of Zach’s spine until he dipped his fingers to gently touch below the waistband of Zach’s jeans.
I was blown away when I read Beyond the Surface so I was
extremely excited to get my hands on the mild manner, quiet Zach Cohen’s story.
Once again Felice Stevens out did herself with this book. Her stories are
filled with great storylines and likable characters. She brings her characters
to life, nurturing and helping them grow to overcome pain and heartache and
find love and happiness.
Sam and Zach both have their own baggage. On the surface
they may be total opposites but as their relationship grows sometimes looks can
be deceiving and they are not so different.
Felice brings to light real situations and opens your eyes
to not only dark truths but that that sometimes not everyone is bad and there
are still good people in the world. One of my favorite scenes was when the
little girl spoke to Sam and Zach at the park. She was sweet and innocent but
her words were powerful showing you real issues in today’s cruel world.
Felice not only has great main characters but her supporting
characters are just as special. Just Zach’s group of friends, that is slowing
growing, are extra special. The closeness that these men have and the way they
will do anything for the ones they love warms my heart. Also how both Sam and
Zach’s moms were weaved into the story bringing one more connection to each
other.
We caught up on Julian and Nick’s love from the first book
as well as got a glimpse of the playboy Marcus. Marcus has a story of his own
that I can’t wait to learn. I can’t wait when he gets knocked on his ass by
love.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Felice Stevens has always been a romantic
at heart. While life is tough, she believes there is a happy ending for
everyone. She started reading traditional historical romances as a
teenager, then life and law school got in the way. It wasn’t until she
picked up a copy of Bertrice Small and became swept away to Queen
Elizabeth’s court that her interest in romance novels was renewed.
But somewhere along the way, her reading
shifted to stories of men falling in love. Once she picked up her first
gay romance, she became so enamored of the character-driven stories and
the overwhelming emotion there was no turning back.
Felice lives in New York City with her
husband and two children. Her day begins with a lot of caffeine and ends
with a glass or two of red wine. Although she practices law, she
daydreams of a time when she can sit by a beach and write beautiful
stories of men falling in love. Although there is bound to be some angst
along the way, a Happily Ever After is always guaranteed.
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GIVEAWAY:
OTHER BOOKS BY FELICE STEVENS
Home for the Holidays Anthology Pre-order
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1QJU4Gs
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1SA7SSg
Rescued
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1SVKAqS
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1SA8Bmx
B&N: http://bit.ly/YSu2df
The Breakfast Club Series
Beyond the Surface, Book 1
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1MPImrX
Amazon UK http://amzn.to/1S1zUpD
Memories Series
Memories of the Heart, Book 1
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1MSZed4
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1PxZZPv
One Step Further, Book 2
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1l2Fm0D
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1N95vb8
Through Hell and Back Series
A Walk Through Fire, Book 1
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1MzpSbM
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1NZpZlr
After the Fire, Book 2
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1WXcd8w
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1QsuF4J
Embrace the Fire, Book 3
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1PMaflN
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1kCjZUr
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