NEW RELEASE + REVIEW + GIVEAWAY: THE COINCIDENCE by Felice Stevens

Title: The Coincidence 

Author: Felice Stevens 

Genre: MM Romance 

Release Date: March 21st 

Hosted by: Buoni Amici Press, LLC. 

Nice guys always finish last, and Coby Epstein is sick and tired of being last. After his boyfriend dumps him, Coby vows to take it slow and not jump into another relationship, no matter what his ninety-five-year-old great aunt says. When Coby sees his ex has moved on, he goes on a series of disastrous first dates and swears off men, determined to be alone. His best friend disagrees and finds the "perfect man" for him online and arranges a date. The only problem? Coby has no idea what she’s done.

Since childhood, Eli Kaplan has been his father’s greatest disappointment, a fact he’s reminded of at every opportunity. For years, he’s struggled with the knowledge that dating women doesn’t work for him. A late-night confession to his brother changes everything and Eli realizes, maybe, just maybe, he can come out, find himself, and find love. Eli takes the plunge and creates a profile on a dating website, not knowing what to expect. One night he chats with an intriguing man, and despite his nervousness, they arrange to meet for coffee. No big deal. They'll probably never see each other again.

On the day of their first date, nothing could surprise Coby and Eli more than to discover that they live in the same apartment building, on the same floor. In a city of eight million people, coincidences don't get crazier than that. But as the two men begin to weave their lives together with cautious optimism and hope for a future, they find an even greater thread holding their families together—one born from the ashes of a final solution that couldn’t destroy their ancestors’ courage, leaving scars that remain almost a century later. Past lives torn apart can be pieced together by a future no one could have ever imagined, where love is more than fate or coincidence. It’s meant to be.

5 Stars!!!

What a lovely, super cute read.

Felice Stevens is one of my top five MM authors. Her characters and stories are always relatable to real life situations and depicts real life struggles in the LGBTQ community. Yes, some people love to read to escape reality and while I myself love that as well, there is just something in the way that this author delivers her stories that just touches your soul.

Eli and Coby's journey will do exactly that. You can feel the raw emotions and utter sadness from Eli as he struggles with who he is and stepping out of his comfort zone to finally live a happy life. And Coby who so wants to find true love but struggles with his worthiness of it.

I can't even begin to describe how effortlessly beautiful this was written. Where I'm normally all about the sex, lol, I'm so glad Felice Stevens stuck to such an easy flowing pace between these two men. Their story, their bond, and their love couldn't be rushed. Fate and destiny were behind these guys and the author did a phenomenal job delivering their journey to a happily ever after. 

It was bittersweet to finish because I just wanted more of Eli and Coby. I feel like their journey was just beginning and I wanted so much more for them.

*** ARC received in exchange for an honest review ***

Felice Stevens has always been a romantic at heart. She believes that while life is tough, there is always a happy ending around the corner, Her characters have to work for it, however. Like life in NYC, nothing comes easy and that includes love.

Felice has written over twenty books in the gay romance genre. Her books been translated into German, French and Italian. Her novel. One Call Away, part of her Soulmates series, was mentioned in Buzzfeed as one of the best “Out for You” gay romances of 2017.

Felice lives in New York City with her husband and two children. Her day begins with a lot of caffeine and ends with a glass or two of red wine. She recently retired from the practice law and now daydreams of a time when she can sit by a beach somewhere and write beautiful stories of men falling in love. Although there are bound to be a few bumps along the way, a Happily Ever After is always guaranteed.

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NEW RELEASE: REVIEW + GIVEAWAY - HIS UPTOWN GUY by Felice Stevens

Title: His Uptown Guys (The Landmarks Series) 

Author: Felice Stevens 

Genre: MM Romance Release 

Date: January 24, 2019 

Hosted by: Buoni Amici Press, LLC. 

When Jesse Grace-Martin loses his father on 9/11, his charmed life is gone forever. People look menacing, and the streets no longer seem safe. After experiencing a brutal mugging, Jesse retreats to his apartment in the landmark Dakota building. Five years later, his first attempt to walk outside those famous gates again is a disaster—except for meeting the gorgeous maintenance worker who helps him through his crushing panic attack. Jesse can’t stop thinking about the guy but hesitates to reach out, knowing he has little to offer.

Dashamir Sadiko has big dreams. Money in the bank tops his list, and his peek into the life of the uber-wealthy at his job at the Dakota is all the incentive he needs. Struggling to work full-time and go to college, Dash desperately wants to break the cycle of poverty his parents had hoped to leave behind in Albania. When the two men become friends, Dash isn’t sure what to expect but can’t help his growing attraction to sweet and sexy Jesse. It’s nice to see how the other side lives, but his affections can’t be bought; Dash wants to be his own man.

Defying the Dakota’s co-op rules, the two share lunches, their hopes and dreams, and ultimately their hearts. Jesse slowly regains his courage, but he’s worried he’ll never be the person he once was and that he’s not good enough for Dash. And Dash isn’t convinced the son of poor immigrants’ has a place at the table with a blue-blood, trust-fund man. Jesse needs to realize that money can’t buy happiness and love, while Dash must learn to trust that what they have is real, that he’s more than Jesse’s walk on the wild side with an uptown guy.--

★✩ REVIEW ★✩

5 Stars

Another fabulously delightful read from this amazing author. I love Felice Stevens writing style and her characters are always relatable in one way or another. I love the emotions your able to feel and experience while reading her stories. This book is no exception. 

There's always that one character you just want to wrap up and cuddle and Jesse is that character for me in this story. His struggles is so sad and I just wanted to hug him and keep him safe. But at the same time I was so rooting for him to overcome his fears. His determination was amazing and so beautifully written. 

Jesse and Dash was just too damn adorable together. I think these two are my favorite couple to date from this author. I loved everything about this story. This definitely gave me all the FEELS! 

***ARC received in exchange for an honest review***

Felice Stevens has always been a romantic at heart. She believes that while life is tough, there is always a happy ending around the corner, Her characters have to work for it, however. Like life in NYC, nothing comes easy and that includes love.

Felice has written over twenty books in the gay romance genre. Her books been translated into German, French and Italian. Her novel, One Call Away, part of her Soulmates series, was mentioned in Buzzfeed as one of the best “Out for You” gay romances of 2017.

Felice lives in New York City with her husband and two children. Her day begins with a lot of caffeine and ends with a glass or two of red wine. She recently retired from the practice law and now daydreams of a time when she can sit by a beach somewhere and write beautiful stories of men falling in love. Although there are bound to be a few bumps along the way, a Happily Ever After is always guaranteed.

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Blog Tour: Excerpt + Review - UNDER THE BOARDWALK by Felice Stevens

Under the Boardwalk an all-new, heart-warming MM romance by Felice Stevens is available NOW!

Under the Boardwalk
by Felice Stevens
Publication Date: August 10th, 2017
Genre: Contemporary MM Romance

Blurb:

Beneath the famous Brooklyn landmark, love is hidden but not denied:

All his life, Alexi Kharpov has dreamed of traveling to unknown exciting places instead of working at his family’s frozen custard stand on the famous Coney Island boardwalk. Every year is the same until a gorgeous man picks a spot in front of his stand to sing, captivating him with his beautiful voice. After two summers of listening, it might finally be the time for him to cross that boardwalk and take a chance.

Opera singer Cameron Maxwell has traveled the world, but the sight of the beautiful man serving custard to tourists touches his heart like nothing ever has before. A summer fling might be exactly what he needs to put his problems out of his mind, but the last thing Cam expects is to want the summer to last forever.

It’s a season of discovery for both men who learn to dig deep within their heads and hearts to decide whether secrets old and new should remain buried, or if love is too important to keep hidden under the boardwalk.

Excerpt:

“I didn’t mean to shut you out before.” Cam faced him and held him around the waist. Their bodies meshed perfectly, and Alexi felt the weight of Cam’s chest and thighs press into his body.

 “I hate talking about the past. You can’t change it, so what’s the point of rehashing things? I’m all about the present and the future.”

Cam’s mouth covered his, and Alexi held on to Cam’s hips as their tongues played against each other. He lost touch with the sound of the ocean; all he could hear was the furious pounding of his heart and Cam’s heavy breathing. 

“All the time I watched you this summer, thinking you were cute and fun, never once imagining how much I’d like you.”

 “I thought about you all summer too.” No longer shy about admitting it, Alexi nuzzled into the crook of Cam’s neck. “I guess it was a good thing we finally decided to say hello.” 

“A good thing?” Cam took his face between the palms of his hands, and Alexi’s heart burst with happiness; he tried not to smile but failed. 

“I think so, don’t you?”

 “Yeah. The best.”

Review

5 Stars

Loved it! LOVED it! LOVED IT! As always, Felice Stevens delivers an amazing story full of passion and chemistry between two beautiful souls. Alexi and Cam had me smiling and falling in love right along with them.

I love this author’s ability to have you so captivated and consumed in the story that you can almost imagine yourself there. It was her way of conveying the story and details that made me feel like I could almost feel the ocean breeze on my face. I could almost smell the funnel cakes and concession stand foods. I could feel the caress of their whispered words and stolen kisses. GAH!! Felice Stevens blows me away with her amazing talent, creativity and beautiful words. She brings to life these sweet and sexy characters.

This is a story of finding your way and being true to yourself. Chasing your dreams but not giving up when comes to matters of the heart. Alexi and Cam were so loving and patient with each other. They were passionate, caring and supportive of each other. They were just absolutely a breath of fresh air. They were sweetness, and kindness and romance that made my cheeks hurt from smiling so much.

One of my favorite things about this author is the way she delivers the emotions. With every book that I’ve read they just get better and better. The emotions just pour right off the pages. Page after page you become more and more enthralled. I read this in a matter of hours because I just could not put it down. Felice Stevens does not disappoint as this is a definite must read.

**ARC received in exchange for an honest review**

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About Felice:

I have always been a romantic at heart. I believe that while life is tough, there is always a happy ending around the corner, My characters have to work for it, however. Like life in NYC, nothing comes easy and that includes love, but getting there is oh so fun and oh so sexy.

I live in New York City with my husband and two children. My day begins with a lot of caffeine and ends with a glass (or two of red wine). I practice law but daydream of a time when I can sit by a beach somewhere and write beautiful stories of men falling in love. Although there are bound to be a few bumps along the way, a Happily Ever After is always guaranteed.

Connect with Felice:

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Release Blitz + Review - UNDER THE BOARDWALK by Felice Stevens

Under the Boardwalk an all-new, heart-warming MM romance by Felice Stevens is LIVE!

Under the Boardwalk

by Felice Stevens

Publication Date: August 10th, 2017

Genre: Contemporary MM Romance

Beneath the famous Brooklyn landmark, love is hidden but not denied:

All his life, Alexi Kharpov has dreamed of traveling to unknown exciting places instead of working at his family’s frozen custard stand on the famous Coney Island boardwalk. Every year is the same until a gorgeous man picks a spot in front of his stand to sing, captivating him with his beautiful voice. After two summers of listening, it might finally be the time for him to cross that boardwalk and take a chance.

Opera singer Cameron Maxwell has traveled the world, but the sight of the beautiful man serving custard to tourists touches his heart like nothing ever has before. A summer fling might be exactly what he needs to put his problems out of his mind, but the last thing Cam expects is to want the summer to last forever.

It’s a season of discovery for both men who learn to dig deep within their heads and hearts to decide whether secrets old and new should remain buried, or if love is too important to keep hidden under the boardwalk.

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Review

5 Stars

Loved it! LOVED it! LOVED IT! As always, Felice Stevens delivers an amazing story full of passion and chemistry between two beautiful souls. Alexi and Cam had me smiling and falling in love right along with them. 

I love this author’s ability to have you so captivated and consumed in the story that you can almost imagine yourself there. It was her way of conveying the story and details that made me feel like I could almost feel the ocean breeze on my face. I could almost smell the funnel cakes and concession stand foods. I could feel the caress of their whispered words and stolen kisses. GAH!! Felice Stevens blows me away with her amazing talent, creativity and beautiful words. She brings to life these sweet and sexy characters. 

This is a story of finding your way and being true to yourself. Chasing your dreams but not giving up when comes to matters of the heart. Alexi and Cam were so loving and patient with each other. They were passionate, caring and supportive of each other. They were just absolutely a breath of fresh air. They were sweetness, and kindness and romance that made my cheeks hurt from smiling so much. 

One of my favorite things about this author is the way she delivers the emotions. With every book that I’ve read they just get better and better. The emotions just pour right off the pages. Page after page you become more and more enthralled. I read this in a matter of hours because I just could not put it down. Felice Stevens does not disappoint as this is a definite must read. 

**ARC provided in exchange for an honest review**

Read Today!

Amazon US: http://amzn.to/2wqK7YY

Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/2vjaZtC

iBooks: http://apple.co/2vK5K8K

Nook: http://bit.ly/2vje5Qd

Kobo: http://bit.ly/2umkvyV

Add to GoodReads: https://goo.gl/ABFCxj

About Felice:

I have always been a romantic at heart. I believe that while life is tough, there is always a happy ending around the corner, My characters have to work for it, however. Like life in NYC, nothing comes easy and that includes love, but getting there is oh so fun and oh so sexy. I live in New York City with my husband and two children. My day begins with a lot of caffeine and ends with a glass (or two of red wine). I practice law but daydream of a time when I can sit by a beach somewhere and write beautiful stories of men falling in love. Although there are bound to be a few bumps along the way, a Happily Ever After is always guaranteed.

Connect with Felice:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/felicestevensauthor/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FeliceStevens1

Blog: http://caferisque.blogspot.com/?zx=e071df0101ec6c96

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