Him By Sarina Bowen Vk -
Fast forward to the present. Wes and Ryan find themselves as teammates on the same professional hockey team. The sexual tension is unbearable. Ryan is out and proud, while Wes has spent years hiding his bisexuality for fear of the "locker room culture." The novel is a masterclass in the "enemies-to-lovers" and "bisexual awakening" tropes. It is steamy, hilarious, and heartbreakingly sweet.
The history between Jamie and Wesley is palpable from the very first page. The authors masterfully utilize flashbacks and shared memories to show the reader just how deep their platonic bond was before it evolved. The "second chance" element adds a layer of delicious angst, as both characters must actively work to rebuild trust before they can even think about building a physical relationship. Him By Sarina Bowen Vk
The story of Wes and Jamie does not end with Him . In the sequel, , the couple navigates the challenges of professional hockey, public scrutiny, and living together. The story tackles new hurdles, such as: Fast forward to the present
Jamie Canning’s journey is treated with incredible care, nuance, and respect. His realization that he is attracted to Wesley doesn’t trigger a crisis of identity, but rather a profound understanding that his love for Wesley transcends what he previously understood about his own sexuality. The book balances the internal joy of their connection with the external anxieties of being professional athletes navigating a historically homophobic sports culture. Ryan is out and proud, while Wes has
, this book has become a modern classic in the M/M (male/male) romance genre. The Plot: From Best Friends to Something More The story follows Jamie Canning Ryan Wesley
Us picks up five months after the events of Him , following Ryan Wesley as he navigates his rookie season in the NHL. While Wes is living his dream of playing professional hockey and coming home every night to the man he loves—Jamie Canning—there’s just one problem: their relationship remains a secret. The sequel delves into the challenges of maintaining a hidden romance in the high-pressure world of professional sports.