AUDIO REVIEW: Starting from the Top by Lane Hayes (Starting From #5)

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STARTING FROM THE TOP

Starting From  - Book Five

by Lane Hayes

Release Date: March 5, 2021

Audio Release Date: March 12, 2021

Narrator Michael Dean

Review

Such a great pairing.


Both men are successful in their own right, but not uberly so. Just enough to provide some complications, but not enough to take it over. And I really enjoyed the development of their relationship.


From acquaintance to casual to so much more. There was a natural progression to their romance, which I loved, especially as they navigated their feelings and those of Sean’s children.


They both have things they need to work through and heal, and I love how they help each other through it, even when it’s hard. And Johnny was such a perfect addition to the family.


Narrator Michael Dean delivers a wonderful performance. Capturing both characters beautifully. 

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Synopsis

The guitarist, the dad, and a band on the rise....

Johnny

A quiet place to live and some time to recharge before my band heads out on the road again sounds amazing. I wouldn’t mind a distraction, too, but my new neighbor is off-limits. There are rules about not getting involved with your bandmate’s ex, right? And Sean isn’t my type anyway. He’s too bossy, too commanding, and he has way too much baggage. I’ve learned that it’s best to let go of the heavy stuff. So why am I so drawn to him?

Sean

Coming out later in life has taught me to protect my privacy at all costs. And while juggling a handful of businesses and two kids isn’t easy, I excel at the art of multitasking and keeping everything separate. But Johnny blurs those lines. He’s easy-going, sweet-natured, and cool. In short, he’s everything I’m not. I want to know all about him...starting from the top.

Starting from the Top is a MM, bisexual romance with some rock and roll, an age gap, and a little family fun! Each book in the Starting From series can be enjoyed as a stand-alone.

About Lane Hayes

Lane Hayes is finally doing what she loves best. Writing! An avid reader from an early age, Lane has always been drawn to romance novels. She truly believes there is nothing more inspiring than a well-told love story with beautifully written characters.


Lane discovered the M/M genre a few years ago and was instantly hooked. She is the bestselling author of the Better Than, Right and Wrong, A Kind of stories and Leaning Into Series and the Out in College series. Lane’s novels placed first in the 2016 and 2017 Rainbow Awards. She loves travel, chocolate, and wine (in no particular order). Lane lives in Southern California with her amazing husband in an empty nest.


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