Sixteen years have passed since Jared Douglas surrendered
his heart, accepting Alex Ross as an integral part of his life. Each moment
since seems paved in gold leading them towards an inevitable happy ever after.
When calamity comes, it hits hard. The couple is left
shell-shocked in the aftermath of disaster. Alex struggles to recover from his
injury and the resulting depression. Jared’s efforts to help are ineffectual.
He knows Alex is slipping away, but there’s nothing Jared can do but be there
for Alex, and hope.
When things seem darkest, love brings them together, helping
them to begin anew. They find the courage to reinvent their life together, and
build a new dream from the ashes of the old.
Review
If the Stars Fall
by Diane Adams is the fifth book in The Making of a Man series and my
favorite book of the series. Once again
we are immersed in the lives of Jared and Alex as the story immediately delves into
turmoil that would separate the solidest of relationships, yet serves to strengthen
Jared and Alex.
Alex suffered a debilitating accident when the stove in
their dream home exploded, leaving Alex badly burned and scarred; physically
and emotionally. He has sequestered
himself in their now apartment, hiding from the world, yet more importantly
hiding emotionally from Jared.
Life’s events set the stage for reflection for both Jared
and Alex. Knowing that Alex is Jared’s life’s breath, Jared decides to take the
next step in their devoted relationship; he proposes to Alex.
Ms. Adams makes
any reader feel a part of the lives of Jared and Alex. She is a superb storyteller that masterfully
draws the reader into the novel, making one feel emotionally connected to the lives
of the characters. From her characterization
of Alex’s angst, to dealing with a homophobic mother, to Stevie and Clarke
raising twin homosexual sons; every word, sentence and paragraph written was a
heart-felt melodious undertaking.
I sobbed tears of sadness at the inner turmoil felt by Alex
as he came to terms with his perceived short-comings. I sobbed tears of joy at
the ever-present love that Jared held steadfast for Alex. I sobbed tears of bliss at the union of Jared
and Alex under the illuminating light of stars as they wed, ready to step
towards the next 35 years together.
All the pieces of the previous stories mended together like
a puzzle as Jared and Alex further cemented their relationships with family,
friends, and most importantly each other.
Ms. Adams left me overcome
with emotion as I once again fell in love with Jared and Alex.
This Making of a Man series needs to be an addition to collectors
of true life romance and lovers of HEA. 5 Handcuff review.
If the Stars Fall sounds very good. I have not yet read any of the series, so I would have to start at the beginning. I usually gravitate toward the paranormal, but I might make an exception for this series.
ReplyDeleteOnce again, though, I have to recommend the B. Quick series by C S Laurel. This is not a paranormal, at it isn't filled with much sex, but the sexual tension is at a high level. Very good mistery/gay romance. I love it.
Definitely read the series. So worth it, but yes, you must start at the beginning. I fell in love with Jared and Alex.
ReplyDeleteI have purchased the B. Quick series by CS Laurel and plan to read them this weekend. I read all the blurbs and they sound good. I will let you know when I finish.
Happy Reading,
Evelise