This was more than a hot m/m read. This story had substance, realistic characters and a believable plot. It was one of the best I've read lately with only a couple of minor things for me to bitch about. Since I was born and raised in Texas, and still live here, I can understand some of the concern Brock had about how he was viewed as a homosexual man. I think the author did a great job of showing his shock at the change in attitude once Brock got to NY, but his sleepy little Texas town really didn't treat him badly. To me, that was more of a shock than anything. My only other complaint is how little Jr's mom is mentioned. Brock admits getting along with his ex just fine. So, she had no problem with him taking their son on a prolonged trip to NY? And when considering the move, she was never brought into the equation. This would have been more believable if she had been a bad mom, or had left them without a word.Overall, I recommend this book for not only a hot read, but one with romance and realism. It's the first in memory where the characters actually fart. Lol! The first quarter of this book didn't work for me, but I persisted. Once I got deeper into the novel, I was engaged with the characters and the situation. The one element that didn't ring true was Brock's willingness to take Calvin's charity. I don't know very many men who would do that! There was some token resistance, but then Brock caved pretty darned easily. The book would have been much more sophisticated and psychologically more "true" if the author had presented a true picture of the clash of wills between the men that resulted from Calvin's desire to take care of all of Brock's financial woes. But even without this, I did find myself liking this book in a fond, wistful sort of way.
What do You think about Calvin's Cowboy (2011)?
Nice read, a smoothly flowing Cinderella - themed story, well written, without much conflict.
—Roni
It was entertaining story but nothing I'd like to reread.
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