Terry has seen the top and is happy with his life in retirement. However the chance to help a fellow fighter regain his dream is something he can’t resist.
When Brian accepts Terry’s offer, the sexual magnetism between them catches Brian off guard. Keeping his attraction hidden becomes a bigger challenge than regaining his strength. Plus, Terry’s mixed signals leave Brian frustrated and confused.
Though Terry is just as hot for Brian, he has secrets that could tear their budding romance apart. But he simply cannot resist the pull Brian has over him or the heat between them. Through it all, both men discover that love really can conquer all.
Inside Scoop: This male/male romance will leave you hot but most definitely not bothered.
A Romantica® contemporary gay erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave
Unlike the previous books in the
series, I feel like the storyline in Unattainable
weaves in with that of the previous book, Unbalanced,
far more than we have seen to this point. While you can read each of the books
as a stand-alone, I feel that in the case of Unattainable, your enjoyment of the story will be increased
significantly if you take the time to read book four first because there are
nuances to the relationships between McKenna, Kurt, Brian and Terry that are
lost to readers who skip Unbalanced
(as I almost did). Not to mention, you really need to stock up on the laughs
book four provides before starting book five – and be sure to keep your tissues
handy.
Brian and Terry met in Unbalanced and the attraction was
instant. However, Brian did not know that his attraction was NOT one-sided and
was left wanting something he couldn’t have. Terry wasn’t in the closet, but he
didn’t feel like his sex life should be the public’s business. Despite his
attraction to Brian, Terry manipulated Brian into agreeing to train with him
and because of his secret, Terry placed himself in an unenviable situation in
which he had to hide his feelings from Brian. The more time they spent
together, the harder it was for Terry to do. However once McKenna informed
Brian that Terry was gay, all bets were off as Brian refused to take no for an
answer (in the good way) any longer. I enjoyed the chemistry between Terry and
Brian. They are both dominant personalities, yet they never really grappled for
control over the relationship. It was as if they each knew when the other
needed to their strength and they stepped up at that moment. That they loved
each other just made the sex that much hotter – and as we are talking about two
MMA fighters (one active, one recently retired), all that muscle means I was
already imagining some rather steamy scenes.
I thoroughly loved this book,
despite the emotional rollercoaster ride it took me on. As I stated previously,
I strongly recommend reading book four first as I believe it will enrich your
reading enjoyment of Unattainable,
including the tears you are bound to shed. Ms. Parkerson has made an excellent
addition to the No Rival series. The supporting cast of characters is as
endearing as ever, including the new additions. I’m looking forward to the next
book in the series and can only hope that Kip will be its focus.
“I never drink and
you’re going to make me drink alone?”
A grin tugged at
Terry’s lips at Brian’s sullen comment. “You need the fortification while I’ve
had more than my fair share for one lifetime.”
Brian’s speech was
already beginning to slow down. “It’s not right to leave a man hanging.”
“I have to drive you
home and I don’t drink and drive.”
Brian slipped down an
inch in his chair. Crossing his arms over his chest, he stared at Terry through
his lashes. “I could stay here.” Although Terry doubted Brian’s proposition was
intended the way he would’ve liked, it still caused his cock to lengthen. “It
wouldn’t be the first time I slept in a chair.” That statement might have taken
the bite out his arousal if Brian’s tone hadn’t gone sultry. Not to mention,
his eyes darkened. Terry shifted in his seat to hide his erection. The
expression on Brian’s face was hot as hell.
“I wouldn’t let you
sleep in a chair.” He hoped Brian was now wondering where he would allow him to
sleep. Of course, the answer was nowhere. If Brian stayed, neither of them
would get any rest.
Brian tossed back
another shot before straightening in his seat. “If I’m not staying then I’d
better go home. I’d hate to pass out on you and like I said, I don’t drink
often.”
With a nod, Terry
stood. Brian attempted to follow suit but swayed on his feet. Racing forward,
Terry caught him before he could hit the ground. The motion left them chest to
chest. A nervous sounding chuckle vibrated from Brian. Terry could feel it
against his skin. Their gazes met. The sound died.
“You’re very bossy,”
Brian said, surprising a chuckle from Terry.
“You’re very drunk,”
Terry countered.
Brian didn’t move
away. Neither did Terry. “I’ll get over being drunk, you’ll always be bossy.”
“I have a feeling—if
you remember any of this tomorrow—you’re going to be horrified.”
Brian was staring at
his mouth. He shook his head. “Nope. I haven’t done anything to be embarrassed
about...yet.”
Terry marveled over
the way Brian’s eyes gave away his every emotion. They seemed to flash from
light to dark brown and back again as he visibly struggled against his desire.
Unable to keep from doing so, Terry gave him an extra shove. Using his voice
against him, he allowed a hint of his growing lust to seep into his tone.
“Do you intend to?”
With his gaze still locked on Terry’s mouth, Brian nodded. “Do it,” Terry
taunted. The words barely passed his lips before Brian claimed his mouth. For
Terry, it was like tossing gasoline on already raging bonfire. It was
everything he’d fantasized it would be with an extra helping of expertise
tossed into the mix. The way Brian’s tongue stroked the roof of his mouth
before slipping away and reappearing again left Terry with no choice except to
chase after it. The moment he thought he had him, Brian sank his teeth into
Terry’s bottom lip, tugging gently. Terry gasped. He couldn’t remember a time
he’d been this close to coming in his jeans, especially from nothing more than
a kiss. At the sound, Brian turned his face away, resting his forehead on
Terry’s shoulder. His shoulders heaved as he visibly struggled to catch his
breath.
“The room is
spinning.”
Terry clamped his
back teeth together. His muscles seized tight as he attempted to control his
lust. “That’s because the world tilted,” Terry said once he found his voice.
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Charity Parkerson is an award winning and multi-published author with Ellora's Cave Publishing. Born with no filter from her brain to her mouth, she decided to take this odd quirk and insert it in her characters.
*2013 Readers' Favorite Award Winner*2013 Reviewers' Choice Award Winner
*2014 Readers’ Favorite Award Finalist
*2014 Ankh Award Nominee
*ARRA Finalist for Favorite Paranormal Romance
*Five-time winner of The Mistress of the Darkpath
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