Desire & Denial
Southern Boys, Book 3
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John Solo
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By:
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K.C. Wells
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Jon has yearned for a man’s touch for as long as he can remember. Now two younger men are about to bring his fantasies to life.
Jon Walters is a mess. He’s 38. His roommates are 18 and 20. It’s never gonna work. But Lord, he wants it to.
He’s spent years hiding his sexuality. Denying his desires. Guys don’t come out at my age - do they? Except he did come out once - and went right back in again. How does he explain all this to Del, his brother? That’s a conversation Jon is dreading. Del is the only family Jon has left, and he’s going to be hurt. Angry. Not to mention, there are secrets Jon does not want to share.
And then there’s Chaz and Kendis. Wasn’t falling for one guy enough of a challenge? I had to fall for both of them? And what the hell do they see in me? Because they’re not making it easy for him to say no.
Whichever way he looks at it, Jon’s life just went way beyond complicated....
This is the final book in the Southern Boys trilogy, and it deals with characters introduced in book book, Pride & Protection. Yes, you could listen to it as a stand-alone, but listening to the previous book is recommended.
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- Claudia CG Lezar
- 23-12-20
as great as the ebook
The story is always 4-5 stars, because if I wouldn't like the story as ebook, I wouldn't listen to the audiobook. I can't listen to an audiobook without knowing the book, that's not possible for me.
The performance from the narrator is also very important for me. I can't listen to a lot, because my English as a non-native-speaker isn't so perfect to follow a whole story over hours, when the narrator speaks too fast or too sloppy. Normally I have to SEE the person, who is talking to me in English. It took me a little bit, to come into the narrator, but at the end, it worked. I only have to take a few breaks between. I'm just not yet finish with the book, I’m over the half, but I listen enough to give a review.
PLEASE READ MY RATING SYSTEM!!!
To my ratings:
5* - very very good
it's like an A+
4* - very good and will be often re-listening
it's like an A
3* - it's more then a one-time-listening.
it's like a B
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- Bette
- 18-12-20
Outstanding Story & Listen🎧 Gripping & Heartfelt!
I loved everything about this audiobook, from K.C. Wells’ wonderful writing style to the characters and storylines she created to fabulous narration performed by John Solo. This story grabbed my attention right from the start and captivated it all the way to the end. The characters are realistic, easy to relate to and connect with. I adored each of the lead characters, Jon Walters, Chaz Monroe and Kendis Sesay. Jon and his brother Del own “Rainbow Racers” a bike shop in Lafollette, Tn., Chaz works in the shop. When Chaz father found him with gay porn he went ballistic on him, needing a place to stay Jon took him in. Kendis has not had it easy, he moved to the town with his mother and brother who was recruited for the HS ball team. It was a challenge for the two brothers being the only two African Americans in school, they had to deal with bigotry, even their mother had to deal with hate and prejudice at her job in the hospital. Kendis has not had the best of luck landing a job and remembered a friendly face at school, Chaz. Knowing he worked at Racing Rainbows he goes there hoping to land a job. It was his lucky day, no he did not land a job that day but he gained much more, the start of a new friendship first with Chaz and then Jon. K.C. Wells does an awesome handling and covering real life situations, dealing with racism, bigotry, coming out, self worth and insecurity issues. Those are sensitive and heavy topics but with clever plotting she balances the story out by adding heart and humor to lighten things up. Heart includes caring as well as the chemistry between the characters. I loved how everything played out in this book, also love how much the characters had grown. This book is the 3rd in the series but can be enjoyed on its own. K.C. Wells, thank you for this outstanding story and the emotional rollercoaster ride.
🎧📚🎧 And for the fabulous narration, John Solo is a wonderfully talented narrator and voice artist. He brings these characters to life, humanizes them giving each their own distinct voice making it easy to follow along and tell who is who. His portrayal of the characters is spot on, he takes each role and makes it his own and grasping their persona as well as all their emotions which is projected into his performance. He is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another outstanding listen🎧
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Erryn Barratt
- 04-01-21
A grand finale to a great series
I have loved this series since the first, and am sad to see it end, but what an ending it is. Book 2 was Del and Taylor’s story. Del’s younger brother Jon was there, of course, but he didn’t have a huge impact on me but wow, he really shines now that he has his own book. I really loved Del and Taylor so was interested to see where this series was headed. Have to say, I certainly didn’t see a triad in Jon’s future.
Jon and Del own a motorcycle shop in Tennessee called Rainbow Racers. Not exactly subtle and, to say the least, not everyone has been welcoming. But they’ve persevered and have turned their business into a profitable enterprise. Jon had always assumed Del would leave town once the shop was in the black, but he later realizes Del is staying for Taylor. One of the opening scenes in the book is Jon walking in during an inopportune moment and he realizes he has to find a life beyond his brother.
In the last book we met Chaz, and Jon has invited the eighteen-year-old to move in. Chaz’ parents discovered he was gay, and it did not go over well. Jon wants to soften the blow by being an ear for the younger man. Then there’s Kendis. The young man came to town to play basketball with his older brother. Now Marcus has moved away and Kendis has graduated high school. He hasn’t been able to secure a long-term job and his prospects are bleak. He decides to try to get a job at Rainbow Racers and winds up with so much more.
I don’t want to give too much away, but the three men bond. In unexpected ways. And although Jon has all kinds of reservations, Kendis and Chaz don’t. And although I was expecting a dark moment, there really wasn’t one. Was the discussion between Jon and Del a tough one emotionally? You bet. Did it make me love the brothers even more? Yep.
This series has brought me in from the start and I was glad Jake and Liam from the first book got a mention in this one. A completing of the circle. I also liked that there were two interracial couples in the series. Writing a book with those themes can be tough, but Ms. Wells did it beautifully. I highly recommend the series.
Finally I’ll mention John Solo. I really enjoy his work, and this trilogy was one of his better performances. I really can’t say enough good things about these books. I suggest they be read in order, but read all of them for sure.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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- Trio
- 28-02-21
Timeless Message, Gorgeous Performance by J. Solo
While each of the books in K.C. Wells’ Southern Boys series has a different flavor, they’ve got several themes in common. Ms. Wells deals with bigotry and racism, coming out, family drama, and (of course) love and romance. Not sure if it goes without saying, so I’m just going to say it: K.C. Wells writes some of the all-time hottest erotica on the planet! And with the whole series performed in audio by the marvelous John Solo, you are in for a treat!
The first book Truth & Betrayal stands alone, but I recommend reading the three books in order as the characters from Pride & Protection and Desire & Denial overlap.
Okay, so I really liked Del in the second novel, but his younger brother Jon was a mystery. He seemed closed off and a bit of a grump. Turns out Jon’s story is quite moving, and we get all the details in Desire & Denial.
Jon’s partners Chaz and Kendis have good stories too, and the way these three men heal each other is well done. There’s great chemistry between each pair, and when all three come together, oh yes, it’s smokin’ hot. Jon had no idea how taking up with these young guys would change his life!
And speaking about changes, I really like thinking about the changes this diverse group of characters brings to the small Tennessee town. The messages K.C. Wells includes about tolerance and acceptance are poignant and timeless, and simply can’t be repeated often enough.
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- ButtonsMom2003
- 28-12-20
Even better as an audiobook!
I loved this book so much when I read it but John Solo’s performance made me love it even more; he is one of my absolute favorite audiobook performers.
This is the third book in the Southern Boys series. While it can be read as a standalone, you will better understand the characters if you read book two first. The whole series is so good that I really recommend reading all three books in order for best enjoyment.
This is one hot story with two very horny young virgins and one older virgin who gets lured into their web and never wants to get out. I think the chemistry between Jon, Chaz and Kendis is off the charts. Jon has a lot to think about because he's been keeping secrets and he knows that coming out of the closet won't be easy – especially to his brother whom he should have told a long time ago.
Chaz, Kendis and Jon get a HFN but it's one that left me feeling confident that their relationship will last. I'm really sorry to see this series come to an end but maybe K.C. Wells will come up with more for them in the future.
A complimentary copy of this audiobook was provided to me but my review was voluntary and not influenced by the author and/or narrator.
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- HelenMK69
- 21-03-21
Adorable, sweet and hot
Two young virgins, Chaz and Kendis they fall for each other even though both are interested in Jon. Jon is Chaz's roommate and boss. Plus that Jon is a closeted gay guy, everyone believes Jon is straight, but Jon has been keeping it a secret even at 38 years old, scared to tell anyone.
This book has everything you could want from virgins, closeted, age gap, polyamorous relationship, really-hot sex and an excellent read.
Excellent narration from John Solo. Although, like usual, I sped up the audio, and I listened at 1.40 speed on audible.
Desire & Denial
Southern Boys, Book 3
By: K.C. Wells
Narrated by: John Solo
Series: Southern Boys, Book 3
Length: 9 hrs and 56 mins
❤❤❤❤❤ Overall
🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧 Narration
📚📚📚📚📚 Story
Read at 1.40 speed on Audible
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- Debbie Attenborough
- 05-01-21
beautiful 3 way love story!
This is the final book in the Southern Boys trilogy, and I have not read/listened to the other two. While I did NOT think I missed anything by not doing so, at some point I want to go back and read/listen to them. I don't NEED to, but I would LIKE to. The author recommends you do read Pride and Protection first though.
Jon has been hiding for his whole life. And now he has not one, but TWO men after him. But Chaz and Kendis can't possibly want an old man like him, can they?
What I particurlarly enjoyed about this book was, it was a 3 way awakening. Chaz and Kendis are young, and they haven't been with anyone. Chaz is far more forward about what he wants and WHO he wants, but Kendis catches on real quick. When these two both trun their sights on Jon, the man doesn't stand a chance! But it really is a chance he wants to take. And take it he does!
It takes time for the three of them to finally . . .FINALLY. . . get together, but it certainly is worth the wait! So beautiful when Jon gives in to his needs, when he makes the decision to think about himself for once, and the world can wait til tomorrow. When Jon eventually manages to pluck up courage to tell his brother, Del (Pride and Protection, book 2) that he is gay and that he has embarked on something that could be amazing, you feel for Jon, but for Del too. It could have all gone so terribly wrong for Jon but it doesn't, and I loved that.
Jon Solo narrates.
I loved the narration here. His voices for all three guys, I thought, were spot on. Jon's much older, mature voice is a marked difference to Kendis and Chaz, the youngest of the three. Solo gets over all of that youth and excitment that Chaz has, all the dawning realisation that Kendis has and every bit of desire and denial that Jon puts himself through!
Solo's reading voice is deep and even, and I found myself stopping what I was doing, to just listen, you know? Usually I putter around the house but I had to stop and sit and just listen to Solo tell the beautiful story of three men falling in love.
Thank you, Ms Wells, for my copy.
5 stars for the book
5 stars for the narration
5 stars overall
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