Wait for Me by Kris JacenMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
This just really worked for me. Coming from a military family myself, I found this story really well done and delightfully refreshing.
Jeff Mackey is currently home from deployment with his Heptad (7 of his Army buddies) and at a bar, celebrating another upcoming wedding. The last minute bartender, Scott, catches his eye and quickly becomes the focal point of his evening. When he asks him to be his plus one to the wedding the next night, Scott can't refuse.
There was a ton of military jargon in this book and the POV switched throughout, which got kind of confusing at times. It was easier to understand as the story continued on and as Jeff deployed to the sand box.
I really loved how adult this relationship was. From the start Scott and Jeff knew that they had something worth figuring out. They took slow steps, even though they only had a month before Jeff was leaving for a full year.
The fact that the Septad was there, constantly, and knew everything that was going on was both creepy at times, but also super supporting. The concept of Army Wives is a true thing and it was really brought to light here as Scott was accepted into the fold and given the mantle of family.
This story had romance and heat, but for me it was the honesty and obvious long-term love that was unique that really spoke to me. It was mature and real and raw at times. I really enjoyed this read and I'm excited to continue on with the With Me series.
*Galley copy generously provided in exchange for an honest review. Cross posted to http://gaybook.reviews/ *
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