Hope on the Rocks

Rainbow Cove Series, Book 4

By: Annabeth Albert

Narrated by: Cooper North

One too many....

Doctor Quinn Strauss is beloved by his small-town patients. He almost never drinks, especially not alone on a weeknight. But he's heartbroken over an unexpected reminder of exactly how much his bad break-up has cost him. And the sexy ginger bartender keeps making him special drinks that go down a little too easy.

Take a drunk doc home....

Bartender Adam Ringer can tell when someone's hurting, and the heroic local doctor is practically radiating pain. Adam's a natural caretaker and can't help but spring to Quinn's rescue. And when the drunk and rambling Quinn reveals a mutual sexy interest, Adam's other instincts are intrigued. He can't wait for Quinn to sober up.

All mixed up....

When Adam offers Quinn a chance to explore secret desires he's long repressed, Quinn finds himself saying yes to a summer fling with the younger Daddy bear. Falling in love isn't part of the plan, but amid all their steamy encounters and intimate exchanges, a deep, emotional bond is forged. Summer is nearly over. Real life pressures are mounting. Can they grow enough to find a way to forever?

Contains mature themes.

©2021 Annabeth Albert (P)2021 Tantor

Good story and narration

Cute story with excellent narration

I have a few gripes

The Canadian English is not believable in coastal Oregon

Drinks Menu is Canadian
Drink Menu is American
Several other similar

Trakkies is Canadian
Sweats is American

Also, women who write gay romance always get this wrong

Boxer Briefs are not Boxers

Boxers are tall thin and baggy with woven cotton

Boxer briefs are more fitting knit cotton and snug

Many gay men sexualize underwear so make your choice and stick to it. Quinn would probably like the softness of his bfs boxer briefs to Cum on more than the pillow....

Consistent details make a story more believable

the amount of gay family growth

Great books nice reality and heated love story. nicely written story lines and gay life

Adorable & Sweet

This is a super cute story.
Adam is a great guy with knack for taking care of everyone around him. He’s a good listener, a good son & brother, and for the right person a great partner. Adam enjoys the caretaking roll so much that having a partner who enjoys some “Daddy” kink is totally great. So when the new Doctor from the urgent care clinic turns out to enjoy similar fantasies, it’s game on!
The only person Adam doesn’t really take care of is himself. He works long hours at his new business, and puts in time helping his mom with her B&B etc.
Quinn is a professional and highly competent doctor, but he’s running from his past and doesn’t want to get hurt again. He’s not sure a relationship with Adam is a good idea, but he definitely wants one! Giving up control can be so freeing, and Adam is happy to take control. However, when Adam’s health is a risk, Quinn is in his element, taking charge giving orders, and caring for his guy. If he can get over the shadows of his past maybe Quinn can build something amazing with Adam in his “new start” home of Rainbow Cove.

so much kink

beautiful, romantic and sexy. best story I've heard all year. my favorite of the series

Warm and heartfelt

I rarely write reviews but I just love Quinn and Adam’s story. They create this safe space to be their true selves with each other and are so giving and patient.
This book is the highlight in the series, for sure. I wish there as more of their story to read! I am also a sucker for sweet Daddy kink. I really liked the narrator for Adam’s voice. Will have to revisit this one in the future.