Years after Hurricane Nichole left the small, coastal town of Anchor Point, Florida devastated and dilapidated, transplants like Ryan Cooper moved in to live their dreams. Ryan comes across the deal of a lifetime – an open-air bar for mere pennies on the dollar.
Grayson Meade- freshly divorced, homeless, and trying to figure out who he is- wanders into Anchor Point looking for a new start. Grayson establishes himself in the town and in Ryan’s life after securing a job at Paradise 11.
Ryan is passionate about his work, but when Grayson enters his life, he finds himself drawn to this man and desiring things he hasn’t wanted for years. When Grayson meets Ryan, he discovers new things about himself and the things he craves from Ryan.
Both men fight their feelings, prior traumas, and secrets of their past- a recipe for disaster. Will they come out on the other side unscathed, or will this tear their lives apart?
Finding Home is a steamy, male/male romance set against the backdrop of a town rebuilding itself, where two men, long for redemption and love while they learn to embrace their truths and find solace in each other as their hearts heal.
... Read moreHaving read 'Finding Home,' I was deeply moved by how the story intertwines personal healing with the rebuilding of a town after Hurricane Nichole. The depiction of Ryan's passion for his work and Grayson's search for identity adds layers of authenticity to their journey. What resonated with me was how trauma and past secrets create emotional barriers that feel so real, yet the slow build of trust and desire between the two men is heartwarming.
From personal experience, starting anew after a difficult chapter in life can be daunting, but this novel perfectly captures the courage it takes to open yourself up to love again. The backdrop of Anchor Point's recovery mirrors that struggle beautifully, making the setting almost a character in itself.
I also appreciated the inclusion of subtle elements like soft dom/sub dynamics, which adds complexity to Ryan and Grayson's relationship without overshadowing the main themes of redemption and connection. It’s refreshing to see a romance that balances steamy moments with emotional depth and character growth.
For anyone interested in workplace romance or stories of second chances interwoven with emotional healing, this novel offers a compelling and touching read. The narrative flair really brings out the personalities of Ryan and Grayson while highlighting the importance of finding people—much like the Chasen family in the story—who love and support you unconditionally. Overall, 'Finding Home' offers a nuanced and satisfying exploration of love, identity, and community rebuilding after trauma.