The Trouble with Evan

Hot to Trot, Book 4

By: D C Chase

Narrated by: Ross Blilie

MEET EVAN KANE

Say hello to Pittsburgh’s most eligible bachelor. Evan is a twenty-something with the world at his feet. If only he could meet the right woman. Someone he’ll be able to settle down with.

There’s just one problem.

He can’t seem to find one.

Will Evan’s fortune change when he meets a stripper at a bachelor party?

MEET EVAN’S FATHER, MARSHALL KANE

Or more specifically, say hello to Senate Majority Leader for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Marshall Kane. Senator Kane is a man with a ruthless reputation for getting what he wants. He’s played the political game of cat and mouse for years in and around the state capital, seemingly always outwitting his foes.

But recently, the stakes in Harrisburg have risen. It’s election year and Senator Kane, a man who is always looking to gain more power, is more than eager to throw his name in the ring to become the next governor of Pennsylvania.

There’s just one problem.

His son is dating a stripper.

TWO WORLDS COLLIDE

The Trouble with Evan is a gritty, suspenseful, and—at times—comical novel, which will make one reconsider their perceptions of the grungy world of politics.

What lengths will the buttoned-up senator go to in order prevent his star-crossed son from interfering with his long-awaited political destiny?

Buckle up.

Because nothing is off the table.

©2025 D C Chase (P)2025 D C Chase

Relatable and Raw

Reading this brought back moments I hadn’t thought about in years. The way it touched on emotional conflict and personal boundaries felt real like reading a page out of someone’s life that could’ve easily been mine or a friend’s. It didn’t try too hard, which I appreciated. The emotions weren’t dressed up or sugarcoated, and that made it stick with me more than I expected. Definitely a read that left me thinking after I put it down.

My Kind of Trouble

Wow, this book totally pulled me in from the first page. I usually stick to feel good reads, but a friend convinced me to try something different, and I'm so glad I did! I found myself totally invested in what was happening, especially since I'm from a similar area. You just never know how things are going to play out when life throws curveballs like this. Definitely worth the read.

The author knows how to put in big twists in his stories.

The story starts a little slow. This is the second book I’ve listened to from this author and this one just seemed to plod along. Well, I just needed to be a little more patient because some shocking things start occurring. My head was spinning. And of course the ending has a big revelation that you’re going to think WTF? The narrator does a nice job too.

Breaking Free Hits Different

Sometimes you gotta stop living for others and start choosing you. This story hit home in ways I didn’t expect. Watching someone fight for love and identity even when everything’s stacked against them reminded me that being true to yourself is worth the risk. It’s messy, bold, and real, and it fired me up to stop playing it safe. Definitely left me thinking about my own choices.

Addictive in the Best Way

This one totally surprised me. I thought it’d just be another “rich guy with problems” story, but it got deeper—and way messier—fast. The whole political angle had me thinking about how far people will go to protect their image. I binged most of it in two days while walking and cooking. The tension between the characters felt real, and the narrator nailed every awkward, heated, or hilarious moment. If you like drama with bite, it’s worth a listen.