Title: Don’t Let Go
Author: Andrew Grey
Genre: M/M Western Romance
Publisher: DreamSpinner Press
Release Date: Aug 7 2018
Edition/Format: 1st Edition/Format ~ eBook & Print
Blurb/Synopsis:
Avery Rivers is a country music sensation, selling records by the millions and playing to sold-out crowds. But behind that persona is Robert, a burned-out musician cracking under the pressure. He’s unable to write any new songs, and he wants out of the business—at least for a while. He changes his appearance and finds honest, hard work in Jackson, Wyoming. Maybe getting to be a regular guy for a while will get him past his block.
Hy Whitely was a championship bull rider until he watched his best friend thrown in the arena and decided the rodeo circuit was no longer the place for him. He wants to be plain old Zeke for a while, and when he returns to his family ranch, he bumps right into Robert—a one-night stand from his last rodeo appearance who is now working there as a ranch hand.
The heat between the men could sear the grass off the range, but each one is hiding a secret. Robert and Zeke, the men behind the public images, fall in love, but can they hold on when Avery and Hy are pulled back into the spotlight?
What was the inspiration for your latest book (i.e. the one you are currently promoting)? I went to a movie premiere party. A friend’s book had been made into a television movie and as I was watching His Country Cinderella I got the idea for this story.
How much of yourself is reflected in this book (for example, professional expertise, personality, or other), and how? There is always some part of me in every book I write. I think that I’d like to think that I’m the best part of my characters, but then who knows.
The first thing that draws me to a book is its cover. Can you tell us about your cover – why you chose that concept and who the artist is? I wanted a cover that would evoke the western feel of the story, but also the music that weaves its way through the story. Kanaxa designed the cover and was a pleasure to work with.
What is your writing process? I write some in the morning and then break for lunch and errands. Then I write in the afternoon before Dominic gets home.
What is in store next? (please tell us about your future plans; if book is part of a series, can you give us any hints on future developments) I am currently writing the fifth Bronco’s Boys story. I decided that these guys had some more to tell me.
Robert smiled. “I’m up for quite a bit. I like to dance, but it’s been a long day.”
“Were you able to find a place to stay? With the rodeo in town, it can be difficult. Most of the hotels are full and have been for some time,” Zeke said.
“I think I got lucky. I’m at the Plains. They had a few rooms available, and I was able to get one of the last ones. Maybe they had a last-minute cancellation or something.” Robert wasn’t going to admit he’d gotten one of the most expensive rooms in the hotel.
“Fancy,” Zeke said softly. “I’m staying with some friends.” He lowered his gaze and then slowly raised it. Robert felt it like a heated touch. “Would you like another drink?”
Robert turned to the bar, which was at least four people deep, and Zeke did the same. “There’s a bar near the hotel that seems quieter,” Robert offered nervously. It had been a long time since he’d played this particular game, and Robert knew he probably wasn’t very good at it.
“I think that would be a good idea.” Zeke’s gaze traveled across the dance floor, and Robert saw a group of ladies talking together and glancing over at them.
Robert turned to leave the ever-more-crowded bar and was relieved to be outside. He inhaled the fresh, dry air deeply and waited for Zeke. He didn’t want to seem like he was desperate, standing there, but only a minute later, Zeke stepped out into the night. They walked toward his hotel quietly until Zeke cleared his throat.
“Have you been to Cheyenne before?” Zeke asked.
“Yes, once, some time ago.” Robert smiled as they crossed the street, the marquee for one of the smaller venues he’d played years ago just down the block. Sometimes that seemed like another lifetime. “I like it here. This is a very nice, small city.” He glanced at Zeke as they walked past the bar he’d intended to stop at, heading to the hotel. Robert’s nerves built until they were inside and in the elevator. His doubts drifted away when they reached his floor, and as Robert unlocked the door, he wondered if this was actually going to happen.
They stepped inside, and Robert closed the door. As soon as it latched, Zeke cupped Robert’s cheeks in his work-roughened hands, kissing him with all the intensity of a hurricane, and still Robert wanted more.
Andrew grew up in western Michigan with a father who loved to tell stories and a mother who loved to read them. Since then he has lived throughout the country and traveled throughout the world. He has a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and works in information systems for a large corporation.
Andrew’s hobbies include collecting antiques, gardening, and leaving his dirty dishes anywhere but in the sink (particularly when writing) He considers himself blessed with an accepting family, fantastic friends, and the world’s most supportive and loving partner. Andrew currently lives in beautiful, historic Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
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I own the Carlisle Cop books, but I haven’t read them yet.
I have four of the Carlisle Cops on my kindle, yet to be read. Anxious to get to them. I want to add Don’t Let Go to my kindle next.
I own a few of the books in the series but haven’t had the time to read them yet,
Congrats on another good one. I’ve just read the first one in the Carlisle Cops series, but I enjoyed it very much. I used to live near there, so it brought back memories of the place.
Congratulations on your newest baby and much success. I’ve only read the first two books of the Carlile Cops and loved them both! I’ve always loved anything and everything Andrew writes.
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