Now bend over and spread so I can do you. View all 5 comments. Jan 01, Gigi marked it as dnr-dnf-notme Shelves: I know it would eventually get better, but the fire and brimstone in the beginning was too much for me to handle. I'm sure it's a great book! But not for me. Jan 01, Arzu rated it liked it Shelves: Sep 30, Susan rated it really liked it Shelves: She does it just right too.
This book starts with Happy being only 5 years old, living with his mom and his grandparents. It is clear from the start that the grandparents physically abuse both Happy and his mom. When Happy is 17 he stops his grandfather from raping his mother. When he and his mother get shot after a fight with his grandfather, Happy carries his mother to the town.
He and his mom are living in the house he grew up in, but his grandfather is in jail, and his grandmother died several years ago. When Marc, the deputy in town, meets Happy, he is immediately attracted to the very large man. It is clear Happy is a bit slow, but nothing too bad. Happy was a lovely character. He was a bit slow, but he most definitely knew what was going on. And I just loved how protective Marc was and how sweet he was to Happy and his mom.
I would figure he had a harder time getting over that, but no, Marc apparently had a magic penis. Jun 14, Nikko rated it it was amazing Shelves: Jan 03, Cocktails and Books rated it really liked it. I had to do some thinking about this before I sat down to review "Happy's Ever After". The book was great. There's no doubt about that at all. Stormy Glenn always writes an excellent story with well fleshed out characters with real personalities, and Happy O'Brian and Marc Walker are no exceptions.
Here's a quick rundown of the story. Happy and his Mama spent years at the mercy of his overzealously religious grandparents.
They were brutally beaten on a daily basis and told that Wow. They were brutally beaten on a daily basis and told that they were the embodiment of sin itself. At the tender age of ten, Happy's grandfather beat him in the head with a brick, leaving him I don't know what word to use No doubt, his brain was damaged, especially since they never sought medical help for him.
Fast forward to the present, and Happy is a very large and handsome man who is rather childlike. I would describe him as innocent. His grandfather is long gone, and he takes care of his Mama at the farm house. He's not had much exposure to the world. One day, Deputy Marc is called to a disturbance. Two men are beating on Happy. New to town, he isn't aware of the situation, but he feels a very intense need to protect this man.
The book takes off from there. We're given a story with tension and fear, but it's also a pure romance. Marc and Happy fall fast, but Marc is tender and doesn't push anything. He's genuinely concerned for his man He includes her in their first "date", and he's more than happy to sit and visit with her when he comes to the farmhouse to be with Happy. I really like that about him. He was like a knight in shining armor, and I fell head over heels in love with him. The sex scenes are very hot, but they're also very sweet. Marc is very careful with Happy even with the overwhelming passion that they feel for each other.
Just a perfect balance. All in all, "Happy's Ever After" was an excellent book. Please don't be put off by Happy's innocence. He's just not worldly. By the end of the story, he was already learning about things, and he was looking forward to learning a lot more. I'm very excited for him, and I hope that Stormy Glenn will be able to give me a little bit more of Happy and Marc in future works.
I'm VERY highly recommending this one. Reviewed by Kenna for Cocktails and Books Jan 02, Leigh rated it it was amazing. This book is part of a series and should be read in order. Also this is a spin-off of the Blaecleah Brothers series and takes place in the same town with characters from that series showing up. First a warning to readers. The first part of the story can be hard to take. The publishers note listed above is not for the faint of heart. Happy and his mother have a very hard life.
Her parents were super religious and punished both their daughter and her son. Mother and son finally get out of the hellish situation when Happy is seventeen. His grandfather takes things too far and Happy saves both himself and his mother. Due to a beating Happy took at a young age he is a bit slower than normal, but far from stupid. Once things are explained or shown to him he understand perfectly well.
He is also the sweetest most loving man. He loves his mother with all his heart. Since their escape from their grandfather and with help from locals he has been able to take of his mother and himself. While working at a local business he is bullied by a couple of guys and the police are called in to the disturbance. Here is where Happy meets his future. Marc is a deputy who responds to the disturbance. He is immediately attracted to the bigger than life Happy. He quickly learns that Happy is a gentle giant and wants to get to know him better.
Marc does not look down on Happy for his slowness or not understanding of everything. He is patient and understanding, and has no problem explaining things.
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He also knows that Happy is a package deal with his mother and has no problem with that. Marc will do anything for Happy and that is what Happy deserves in a true partner. Marc and Happy are beautiful together and I loved them.
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This book roped me in from the start and gave me all I wanted. It had loving partners, excitement, action, and hot sexy moments. This will definitely be added to my re-read collection of books. May 12, Tina rated it really liked it Shelves: When the new deputy sheriff Marc Walker is called to a disturbance, he encounters the largest man he has a ever seen in his life. The man also has the most amazing blue eyes Marc has ever seen.
A year later, he is still bewildered by the things he encounters. But he likes Marc, the pretty new deputy. He knows Marc wants to be his friend, but can he ever be good enough for someone like him? This is the first book in the Cade Creek series and loosely connected to the Blaecleah Brothers series.
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I enjoyed this book very much. Marc immediately understands how special and wonderful happy is and is drawn to him from the beginning; he wants to show him the world and make up for all the evil Happy has encountered. The secondary characters are engaging and funny. Mar 17, Charneen rated it it was amazing Shelves: Happy show's us that a more simplistic view of the world can sometimes be better, than seeing things in black and white is not always harmful.
Jul 01, Ale Rivero rated it really liked it. Apr 15, Dallison rated it liked it. Otherwise a cute story. Solid story, worth reading This is a touching story complete with interesting secondary characters. I really like the premise in general. It is presented in a believable way. It moves a bit fast at times as far as big jumps in story and immediate changes in attitudes. Overall that was fine with me though. I really like the story and relationship. This is definitely worth reading. I would have rated it higher if it weren't for the ridiculous number of errors. I hate having to take myself out of th Solid story, worth reading This is a touching story complete with interesting secondary characters.
I hate having to take myself out of the story to think about what was really intended. I had to do so multiple times. Jul 26, Aly Jones rated it it was amazing. Love this book love happy he comes across as so innocent maybe not as fast as some people with his thinking to he really is just needs things explaining a bit more and how he is with is mum is lovely and how joe is with him so patient and wanting to protect him they are great together. Dee Dee Something better is this books storyline.
Happy is special in the ways he speaks and overcomes his difficulties learning everyday challenges. OMG this was super cute!! Nov 24, Lumina rated it liked it Shelves: I like this kind of book, but I'm no fan of disabilities in the stories I read, especially when they're cheaply portrayed like I felt it was here. He and his mama suffered so much at the hands of her parents. I wanted nothing more than for them to get free and for Happy to find his prince.
Marc was wonderful and everything I could have hoped for in Happy's life.
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A really lovely, and quite beautiful, story about the important things in life, the love between a mother and her son, and the power of finding your happy ever after. Dec 15, Love Bytes Reviews rated it really liked it. This is a spinoff from her Blaecleah Brothers Cowboy series, which I really enjoyed.
This book takes place in Cade Creek, a small farming town where everyone knows each o 3. This book takes place in Cade Creek, a small farming town where everyone knows each other and your neighbors look out for one another. Happy is slightly mentally challenged a result of the physical abuse gentle giant of a man who adores and is protective of his mama. If there was a character that deserved a HEA in a book, he and Anna were it.
Marc loves Cade Creek and his job as a deputy but he comes home to an empty house every night. The romance that develops between Happy and Marc is absolutely wonderful. You realize that even though Happy has suffered so much abuse at the hands of people who were supposed to love him, he had the most loving soul and beautiful spirit. He was a beautiful man-child, gentle giant. This book was heartbreaking in places.
The abuse Happy and his mother suffered at the hands of her parents is sickening and a bit hard to read in the beginning so if those are your triggers, I would skip those parts. This book is part of a series and as such should be read in sequential order. It is also recommended that you read the Blaecleah Brothers Cowboy series as the characters cross over into this series. This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways.
Mar 17, Teresa rated it liked it. Happy's Ever After Author: Some people like Happy's grandparents feel it was their religion gave them the right to use any methods, cores ion or corporal punishment against others. Happy and his mother were unwilling victims that they kept hidden and beaten into submission.
It was a miracle that Happy turned out a loving and trusting as he was. Even as bad as it got he always knew that his mother loved it. Even after they were safe other bullies tried to take advantage and make fun of Happy. It was wonderful how Marc seems to know from the first time he met Happy that he was happy and was willing to do anything to make Happy smile.
Happy knew he was slower than other people, but he never thought that his prince charming would ever find him until he met Marc. This wonderful and inspiring story reminds us to never give up our dreams because you never know what fate has in store for you. Jan 16, Dylan St. Jaymes rated it liked it Shelves: I was a little iffy on this one when I read the blurb but Stormy Glenn is one of my "guilty pleasure" authors and I really enjoyed the Blaecleah Brothers series that this is spun off from so I figured I'd give it a whirl and for the most part I'm happy that I did.
Happy was the type of character tailor made to pull on my heartstrings. His childhood was the stuff of nightmares and it would have been completely understandable if he had grown bitter and angry and mean as a result but Happy lives up I was a little iffy on this one when I read the blurb but Stormy Glenn is one of my "guilty pleasure" authors and I really enjoyed the Blaecleah Brothers series that this is spun off from so I figured I'd give it a whirl and for the most part I'm happy that I did.
His childhood was the stuff of nightmares and it would have been completely understandable if he had grown bitter and angry and mean as a result but Happy lives up to his name and he's sweet, kind, and always looking on the bright side. Cas keeps to himself and is not one for gossip. He's jaded and feels disdain for the royal family.
The last thing he expects is to find his soul mate among them. Prince Merrick has always hidden his desire for men. His parents are relentless in pushing him to find a woman to marry and produce an heir. Indeed, his mother plans a ball and invites every eligible young woman in the kingdom hoping Merrick will fall in love.
But Merrick has already fallen: Not for a woman but a man. Not for an aristocrat but a servant. Ever After has all the elements I adore in a romance novel: Cas and Merrick share a love of art Cas writes poems and stories; Merrick draws and horses. They bond over lingering conversation and passionate kisses. Merrick's sister Marjorie is a true gem, and his parents, while old fashioned, love their son. Cas's family and his friend Valor are nothing if not supportive. I love the close relationship Cas has with his younger sisters. Gentle and unfailingly kind, Merrick dedicates all his time toward helping children in need.
Cas is strong-willed and loyal, and would do anything for his family. Somewhat formal and archaic, but that's what made it so appealing.
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Cas calls Merrick Your Highness and later my prince , which made me smile every single time. Strong attraction brings the men together; they know their love is madness, but they can't stay away. And definitely one of my top reads of View all 56 comments. Mar 07, Shin Mon Thway rated it liked it Shelves: Cassius is working as a footman at the royal palace of Evergreen. And he loathed his job. He loathed almost everything about it except the pay. But when he got an opportunity to become a valet apprentice for the crown prince of Evergreen, he had to jump at the chance in order to support his widowed mother and two younger sisters.
He knew the job is going to be physically and mentally demanding. When his former valet had to retire due to old age, he found his new valet to be incredibly charming, seductive and interesting. A prince who has the world at his fingers and a valet who is dirt-poor and a servant to the throne, how could they hope for a happy ending? But the attraction between them is undeniable, tangible and inevitable.
May be the winter solstice ball is the answer to the prayers of these star-crossed lovers? However, I did hope for some refreshing details, some interesting and authentic twists and turns and alas, I got none! Oh, my sweet Prince! It was ok, they got a HEA but not a satisfying one for me. Seems like I need some very dark, complicated, psychologically twisted stories to get out of this book slump. Favorite excerpts from the novel: To someone like me, you might simply be everything.
To the marrow of our bones, we are but one. There will never be another I love the way I love you. View all 37 comments. Mar 05, Nazanin rated it liked it Shelves: His parents, the king and the queen, pressured him to choose a wife, even the queen herself chose some girls and introduced them to the prince but none of them fascinated him. The prince has someone else in his mind, someone that 3.
But rules would always be different for him. So there is no time to make a mistake! His father always said you must be realistic and dreams do not put food on the table. Such actions were not only considered unnatural but also improper for someone like Merrick. Such a cute story with likable characters. I liked both of them, so mature.
My only problem was it was a bit slow for my taste. Told in dual POV, 3rd person. It can be read as a stand-alone novel. Overall, I had a good time with this one and hope you enjoy it as well! View all 38 comments. Mar 03, Heather K dentist in my spare time rated it liked it Shelves: All of my friends have loved Ever After: While I ended up liking the story, it was just missing that special something to take it from "like" to "love.
I was really, really surprised to All of my friends have loved Ever After: I was really, really surprised to find that the book is actually set in an alternate s or later-type era. There are cars, modern-ish clothes, modern plumbing, and modern conveniences. It was a little disappointing, to be honest. The story itself is sweet, sweet, sweet with very little conflict or tension. Sure, the two men try to hide their relationship from their family and friends, but everyone that does find out is immediately accepting. They are also both these perfect, kind, no-fault characters, something that was nice to read but didn't give that story the tension or realism I was craving.
I was hoping for a story with a little more substance. The basic plot reminded me vaguely of A Gentleman's Position , an all-time favorite of mine, and I was longing for something of similar weight. I didn't get that with Ever After: A Gay Fairy Tale , but I did get a nice, much, much fluffier story.
I really, really wanted to love this story to break my reading streak of mediocre books, but though I thought it was adorable, it wasn't a homerun for me. I'd recommend this one for fans of this author duo and for readers who want something to warm their hearts and give them as escape from reality. View all 8 comments. This fairytale of two lovers in a time when same sex attraction was frowned upon, especially in society circles, definitely had its share of extremely touching moments.
The scene with the orphans and the snowball fight. The scenes in Merrick's secret clearing in the forest , where Cas finally began to let the prince in. The scenes where Princess Marjorie truly had her beloved brother's best interests and happiness at heart. The night they shared at the inn. There was This fairytale of two lovers in a time when same sex attraction was frowned upon, especially in society circles, definitely had its share of extremely touching moments. There was a lot of internal monologuing as to their plight, due to not only their mutual attractions toward men, but also in regards to the differences in their social statuses.
How can a prince and his valet truly find their Happily Ever After? As a result, the story felt a bit unnecessarily long to me, covering a lot of the same concerns over and over again, which left me feeling a bit bored and wishing that " something " would happen. Sooner rather than eventually. Yes, I got that the pining and longing was a large part of all Cinderella-esque stories, but that didn't alleviate those moments of monotony for me. Maybe I'm just not really a fairytale kinda guy.
I did truly love the ending sections, from their night of being stranded at the inn and forward.
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That was when " things " actually started happening, some good and some that were heartbreaking, with the pacing finally being stepped up to what I usually prefer. It's a fantasy story about a young prince being pressured to chose a bride, but he instead finds himself falling in love with his new valet.
Although Merrick, the prince, and Cassius, his valet come from different backgrounds, they are very similar. They're both simple men who enjoy art and nature and want nothing more than the freedom to live and love op Ever After by Riley Hart and Christina Lee is a sweet, magical, and passionate story all wrapped with a happily Ever After. They're both simple men who enjoy art and nature and want nothing more than the freedom to live and love openly.
There was so much to love about this book, some highlights: The way Merrick and Cas spoke to each other would hit me right in the feels. I'd find myself sighing or grinning. There's something about secret rendezvous that always make my heart and race and deliriously happy. I'd also like to give kudos to Riley Hart and Christina Lee for trying something different, outside their comfort zone.
It paid off because this was such a joy to read. I'm hoping there will be more stories- maybe the Duke of Lexington? I'm giving Ever After 5 "Magical" Stars!! I can see how this could appeal to many and also, I can see how some might be not as enamored. Prince Merrick has a lot of responsibility weighing on him.
However, Merrick knows his duty and he resigns himself to his fate, but it seems that his new vale 3 Hearts - BR with LiaB!! Cassius on the other hand, has a pretty big chip on his shoulder, having had to struggle his whole life to help support his family by working very very hard. I have to give credit because this is a thoughtful rumination on class differences and the weight of responsibility on both these men. It is realistic in the evolving relationship between a prince and his servant where crossing the social lines is unheard of and not condoned.
The attraction and feels are organic, and the inner turmoil these men go through was heartfelt. Despite my personal qualms, I'm sure many will love this very romantic story about two disparate individuals who have nary a chance at finding their happy ever after with each other. This is light in the overall angst thankfully, as well as having some good steamy scenes, but perhaps because of its fairy tale connotations, this clashed with its more contemporary leanings and thus, it felt disjointed and a bit underwhelming to me.
View all 7 comments. Feb 23, Cadiva rated it it was amazing Shelves: This fairy tale should be an epic animated classic, one where young boys can dream of finding their handsome Prince and handsome Princes can dream of finding their person - the one who loves them for themselves. It's a truly beautiful Cinderella story which perfectly lives up to the stunning Jay Aheer cover which inspired its creation. The storytelling is compelling, although some youngsters might find there's "too much kissing" ; when grandpa reads it to them when they're poorly at home.
But, ju This fairy tale should be an epic animated classic, one where young boys can dream of finding their handsome Prince and handsome Princes can dream of finding their person - the one who loves them for themselves. But, just like in all true fairy tales, there are hurdles to overcome, challenges to face, although there is no real villain to fight, before Cassius and Merrick get their Ever After.
Everything about this story works and I couldn't put it down, I loved the setting, the secondary characters, the world building, and I loved how Cas and Merrick found the courage to be a valet and a prince in love. For me, the steam level worked well within the almost medieval but with cars and mod cons feel of the narrative and with the relatively young ages Cas is 24, Merrick a similar age of the lovers. When the steamy bits do arrive, they're sweet and emotionally driven not just lustful, although they're definitely not tame. These two authors write brilliantly together and this book is no exception.
ARC kindly provided by the authors in return for an honest and unbiased review. Mar 07, Karla rated it really liked it. This was a sweet and lovely read. I enjoyed the forbidden aspect of the love between prince Merrick and his valet Cassius. How their attraction grew, those looks they shared, and the touches that linger, it made the build more intense. Even though the angst was low I was surprised how emotional it was. These guys had me teary for the last couple of chapters you definitely felt the love and devotion to each other.
And how how much they would of sacrifice for the sake of duty even if it b 4 stars! And how how much they would of sacrifice for the sake of duty even if it broke their heart. So a lovely and sweet fairy tale it turn out to be with a handsome and prideful valet with his Prince Charming and their ever after. View all 24 comments.
Honestly, there was really nothing wrong with it. It just never grabbed my attention. I'm not a super big fan of historicals to begin with and combined with the slow build of this one I found myself losing interest. The pace was just too slow and the plot to lackluster. Maybe I'll go back to it someday View all 12 comments. Mar 06, Len Evans Jr rated it it was amazing Shelves: The authors did an astounding job of writing this fairy tale. The world-building was wonderfully done, and the characters including the large secondary cast were fully-fleshed and real enough to step right out of this book into our world.
The authors latched onto me in the first chapter and never let me go for a second. I would have read this book in one sitting except for annoying things like sleep and work. Merrick and Cassius were amazing, fun, heartbreaking and truely magnificent! This book worked for me in every way possible and the only thing more I could ask for would be a sequel continuing on with the next chapter in their lives because their future is bright!
View all 6 comments. Mar 03, Jess rated it it was amazing. A scandalous yet genuine showcasing of love, forgiveness and acceptance. This book encapsulated all that is necessary to win over a reader. I was sucked in right from the beginning with Cassius and Merrick and their initial weariness of one another, but they grew wonderfully together and separately. Lee and Hart highlighted the most amazing parts o Gorgeously perfect. Lee and Hart highlighted the most amazing parts of these individually fabulous men.
Cassius with his heart on his sleeve, his unyielding devotion and his admiration and love for his family. Both lovely in their own right, different in demeanour and personality but together in their binding love for each other. His gorgeous mother and lovely sisters were so welcoming and accepting. Even though it took a while for Prince Merricks mother and father more time to accept their sons position, they did come around, but it was his sister, Marjorie who showed her love for her brother no matter what.
A sexy, sweet and wonderfully written book. I loved every minute. View all 10 comments. Mar 06, Lorraine Lesar rated it it was amazing. He became my day, my night, my sun, my moon. How can any romance reader resist that? Is it my imagination, or is this the most currently read book on GR at the moment? This was not only adorable, if was also charming, captivating, certainly loveable, unique and just so precious. That slow seductive, luscious burn between Merrick and Cassius had me dissolving into a gooey mess. Some may find that slow burn too slow for their tastes View all 67 comments.
Mar 03, Meags rated it really liked it Shelves: Although both men come from different walks of life and have different kinds of expectations placed upo 4. Although both men come from different walks of life and have different kinds of expectations placed upon them, they cannot deny the unexpected bond of mutual attraction and easy companionship that grows between them. Their romance features a delicious slow-burn full of hidden glances and tender touches, with plenty of eventual steam to please the pervs among us.
On top of the wonderful relationship development, this story also had some fairly unique world-building going on, too. Unlike most fairy tale stories, this world had no magic or make-believe, instead, the kingdom of Evergreen was a fascinating mix of old world and new, featuring cars and trains and household amenities not usually present in such stories, but still encompassing all the elements one might envisage when fancying up a fairy tale kingdom in their mind.
It was an interesting concept to undertake, but it worked well here. An element of the story that I really appreciated was in the impressive development of the secondary cast that made up the women in Cassius and Merrick's lives. These women sisters and mothers alike were spunky and strong-willed, and most of all, they were resoundingly and unequivocally supportive of Cassius and Merrick throughout the story. This is one of those stories I feel was practically written to meet my every personal reading desire. Not only do I highly rate Hart and Lee as authors, together or alone, but I also have a great love for all things written within the realms of fairy-tale romance.
Simply put, this story made my heart happy. View all 33 comments. Mar 12, Christelle rated it really liked it Shelves: I needed a fluffy read with two charming MCs, supportive friends and family and a nice HEA that could bring a happy sigh and put a smile on my face: Feb 26, Judy rated it it was amazing Shelves: This was the sweetest fairy tale I have yet to read! Filled with longing glances, sweet smiles, laughs, passion, tears, forbidden love, and heartbreak.
I adored every minute of it! I also shed many tears, and happy smiles! Bravo, Christina and Riley!! Mar 04, haletostilinski rated it it was amazing Shelves: It was so sweet and adorable and fascinating.
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What was fascinating was that this world seemed to be a mix of historical and modern day. Like as far as I could discern, there were not tvs or phones or radio, etc, so like it is in historical times. But at the same time, they have modern-ish clothing and cars are a thing in this world.
But society is still fairly conservative, enough that woman's roles are pretty traditional and being anything other than straight is a bad thing. It ev I loved this! It even talks about one guy being outed who was exiled, or whatever. So this world was like a mix of the past and the present and I found that really interesting.