Rating: 5 đ
I was so sry when I finished the absolutely marvelous Sinister in Savannah series by Aimee Nicole Walker. That stunner of a trio of storylines pulled together complicated, well defined characters, with equally complex romances, a murder mystery or three, a magnificent Drag Queen to center everyone as well as to bring greater emotional realness. The location of Savannah, Georgia adds a richness of culture and history unlike anything outside of New Orleanâs.
Yes, indeed. This author does dwell most emphatically so well down south in Savannah.
The only reason I didnât completely lose it after the last story was the authorâs promise to visit this universe again. With certain secondary characters everyone adored getting their story.
And here we go! First up with my favorite too!
Bad at Love is Kendall Blakemoreâs story. Heâs Jonahâs roommate, often seen tossing some gorgeous man out the door in the morning , often his stepbrother, Trevor, after a late late night at The Cockpit, a club he works at. Kendall is beautiful, sassy, and in so many ways you canât even name, heartbreaking. And this was before he even got his own book. But he was definitely memorable.
Walker brings Kendall even more into focus here as he decides that itâs more than time for him to give the new loving couple, Jonah and Avery, their space and home, and move out on his own.
Thatâs when it becomes apparent just how scary such a move might be and how dark Kendallâs history has contributed to making this a fragile step. Thereâs a discussion of Kendallâs eating disorder. Itâs well done but should be noted if thatâs a trigger for anyone.
As we meet and are diving into the emotional maze thatâs Kendall, the author gives us US Deputy Marshal Kurt Dandridge. Weâve tentatively met him before, when he was trying to deny his need for Asherâs chili. Here we see the consequences of that battle and the rest of the Marshals from that night.
Itâs a great time for a new group of criminals, a regrouping of some terrific secondary characters, and a wonderful romance between two men who arenât even looking for love.
Walker is amazing at writing people who feel so believable. Their vulnerabilities, their walls they raise to shield themselves, and even the lies they tell themselves. The author layers them all into the characters personalities and actions as they work their way through the barriers that separates them from each other.
Let us not forget the high action sequences, and humor! Thatâs all here too! It makes the story. Iâm sure the different law enforcement agencies all have their favorites to tell.
But in the end, this is a love story and a outstanding one. I adore this couple, and i needed to see them happy. I absolutely got that. Sigh.
Iâm highly recommending this and the connecting series listed below. Read them all.
Note. Not sure of that cover though. Looks a bit like a demented Siamese kittieâŠhmmmm.
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Synopsis:
Bad at making decisions or bad at love? Either way, Kendall Blakemore doesnât trust his judgment. He falls too hard, too fast, and always for the wrong guy. Needing a major shakeup, Kendall moves into his own place for the first time and seizes a new career opportunity. But everything he thought he wanted turns out to be the last thing he needs. When loneliness threatens to derail Kendallâs good behavior, he decides to rent out his spare bedroom. What could go wrong? Try a tenant whoâs temptation incarnate.
Bad at commitment or born to roam? Either way, US Deputy Marshal Kurt Dandridge feels trapped. Maybe staying in one place for too long is the source of his unhappiness, or maybe itâs because heâs engaged to the wrong person. Finding his fiancĂ© in bed with another man takes care of one problem but creates another. Ridge needs a place to live. Heâd leave Savannah altogether if not for his vow to apprehend an elusive fugitive. Renting a room from Kendall Blakemore seems like the perfect solution until Ridge finds himself falling for the alluring man. Would one kiss derail his course? And could he stop at just one?
Hurts so good. Chemistry burns between themâhot, consuming, and impossible to ignore. And why should they? Kendall and Ridge are consenting adults who know the score. Being bad has never felt so good, but itâs a slippery slope to navigate. One misstep could have disastrous consequences for both men.
Bad at Love is a standalone novel within the Sinister in Savannah universe where both characters first appeared. It is not necessary to read that series first. Bad at Love is a romantic suspense thatâs heavier on the romance than the suspense.
Connected series:
Sinister in Savannah series:
â Ride the Lightning #1
â Mr. Perfect #2
â Pretty Poison #3
I usually enjoy this authorâs work but my enjoyment of this one couldnât even climb to 3 stars. I first met Detectives Locke and Key in book one, which I enjoyed, but in this story they spent a lot of time having sex, and I didnât feel the emotional connection. Yes, they spoke of their feelings and making a commitment, but their behavior was more like a teenâs and far from what Iâd expect of mature men in a professional situation. 
A new series that I know I am going to enjoy! Aimee Nicole Walker does smartass detectives really well. So well, in fact, the banter and chemistry between the MCs is outstanding right from the beginning. The characters are well-rounded, interesting, and itâs fun to watch their push-pull antagonism. Plus, their makeup sex is off-the-charts hot. 
Henry is homeless, rejected by his parents for being gay and HIV positive. When he arrives at Ryanâs Place, set up to help teens like him, he finds his potential, and eventually, with a lot of hard work under his belt, he begins classes at community college toward a degree that will ultimately help him pay back all heâs been given. There, teaching his class on Human Sexuality, is the silver fox professor he spent a one-night stand with on his 21
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