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Throwing Hearts

N.R. Walker

Start date: April 17, 2020

Finish date: April 21, 2020

Discussion: Buddy Reads

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Apr 23, 2020 Diana rated it it was amazing

Shelves: turning-pages-buddy-read, m-m

4.5 Stars

I don't know how N. R. Walker does it, but once again, I had a huge smile on my face reading this one. Yes, it's sugary sweet, but exactly what I was looking for. ...more

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Jan 09, 2021 Sheri rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: still-smiling, earbuds-required, slow-burn

Sometimes I want to work for it. I’ll trudge through blood, sweat, and tears to claim that coveted happily ever after. And then I have those days that I would rather have it hand-delivered, tidy and neat with a bow on top. Life has been hard lately and I don’t always crave my escape time to be equally so. This was sweet with a bit of spice and…easy. It was just what I needed. I don’t dabble in the audiobook world a great deal but what an unexpected treat! I loved the narration as much as Walker’ Sometimes I want to work for it. I’ll trudge through blood, sweat, and tears to claim that coveted happily ever after. And then I have those days that I would rather have it hand-delivered, tidy and neat with a bow on top. Life has been hard lately and I don’t always crave my escape time to be equally so. This was sweet with a bit of spice and…easy. It was just what I needed. I don’t dabble in the audiobook world a great deal but what an unexpected treat! I loved the narration as much as Walker’s smooth story and sweet guys. Between the accent and some of the steamier scenes, Lloyd brought heat to my cheeks more than once. In addition to blushing, I found myself grinning and chuckling as the guys muddled their way through their courtship. Yep, this definitely felt like courting (Clyde is absolutely correct), and I was smitten right along with them.

Both of the guys are delightful but let’s start with Leo. He’s sassy, easygoing, and has a huge heart. Anyone that takes care of the elderly by choice without expectations is a good egg in my book. Leo was paired with Clyde through a great community program a few years back and they’ve become quite close. They’re a hoot, a mischievous pair, and I couldn’t help chuckle at their antics. His other bestie and roommate, Kel, was another shining star. He’s been blessed with great friends but not great relationships. I loved his energy and drama queen tendencies. Merrick was drawn to his bright energy as well. Speaking of Merrick, what a gem. He’s exceptionally artistic and steadfast. His sole focus has been caring for his pride and joy, his studio. Running a business requires a lot of time and commitment and he hasn’t found anyone worth trying to add to the mix. Until now. Leo makes Merrick want to master his juggling skills. Patience is the key and not a natural trait of Leo’s. But some things are worth waiting for, right?

Merrick and Leo are adorable together. And their pottery play is sinfully erotic. Plan on crafting, coffee, and picnic dates. Additionally, Clyde and Merrick’s uncle hit it off. The front burner slowly simmered while the back one swiftly sparked. The only drama is wrapped up in Leo and the only angst is in sharing longstanding secrets. They twist, turn and throw more than clay. If you like Aussies and want charming and cute, let me grab a sparkly bow, and…you’re good to go.

Beware of: Grumpy old men are often full of surprises. Honest communication and sexual limits are laid on the table. And prepare for the undeniable urge to listen to Unchained Melodies.

This book is for: Anyone looking for some sweet and simple wooing, Throwing Hearts is just what you need.

Book UNfunk ...more

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Sep 06, 2020 Aղցela W. rated it really liked it

Shelves: contemporary, romance, 200-300pg, m-m, unlimited

This was a pretty good read. Leo Secombe loves his life. Leo gets involved in a LGBTQ+ program called "Bridge The Gap" Leo befriends Clyde who is a 71 year old retired baker is lonely he brings him to a series of classes hosted by Merrick and his studio "Kill'n Time."
This was a good read I liked all of the characters in this book. When Leo shows up at Merrick's pottery business with Clyde to help him become more social they hit it off. Both Leo and Merrick are almost 30 and are good in there car ...more

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Mar 26, 2020 Jennifer☠Pher☠ rated it really liked it

Shelves: m-m, kindle-unlimited, lgbtq, easy-breezy-beautiful

So, with everything going on, too sweet, too cute and too perfect are very welcome.

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And this was that, no doubt about it. This was sooooo sweet.

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These boys meet and fall in love and it really is just that easy. The secondary characters were as sweet as the MCs and I loved the setting.

The definition of easy, breezy, beautiful and very welcome in this “new normal” environment. ...more

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Apr 26, 2020 Marion rated it really liked it

Shelves: favorite-comfort-read, free-reads, favourite-author, humor, buddy-read, lgbtq, read-in-2020

4.5 Stars! Although this book is pure sweetness, it was so much deeper than I expected. I loved the storyline with Uncle Donny and Clyde-it brought tears to my eyes more than once. NRW told their story with so much compassion and love, but also with hard truths. It’s a story that deserves its own book.
I loved everything about this sweet, romantic and wonderful story. It left me with a happy heart.

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Apr 14, 2020 Caz Malpas rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 4-5-stars, hea-hfn, feel-good, kindle-unlimited, couldn-t-put-down, sweet-love-story, easy-read, funny, mm

4.5 stars. This is definitely the book I needed to read at this time of uncertainty and worry. It takes you away from all the sadness and worry of the world and takes you on the sweet journey of how Merrick and Leo met and fell in love, no angst just a sweet story to lose yourself in!

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Apr 23, 2020 Meri rated it it was amazing

Shelves: lgbt, fave-author-mm, gb2020-q2

Such a great story - loved the pottery class setting. Also loved the organisation Arcus that both Leo and Clyde, it pairs an older LGBT person with a younger LGBT person and has them attending different group activities. It is in one of those activities that Leo, a young gay man who has been partnered with Clyde an elder gay man who is very grumpy in most of his interactions but he is really just a teddy bear at heart. Merrick owns his own business - a pottery studio and he is such a talented po ...more

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