Reviewed by Sadonna
TITLE: Adrift
SERIES: Cruising
AUTHOR: L.A. Witt
NARRATOR: Michael Ferraiuolo
PUBLISHER: Self-published
LENGTH: 4 hours and 58 minutes
RELEASE DATE: December 5, 2020
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After Andrew Wentz loses his job, his parents take pity and invite him to join them on a Mediterranean cruise. He jumps at the chance, but once he’s aboard, he feels guilty. Shouldn’t he be figuring out what to do with his pathetic life instead of lazing around on a ship?
The cruise was supposed to be Eric Schofield’s honeymoon, but one cheating fiancé later, he’s traveling solo. Fine. He’s been working too much anyway, so a vacation is exactly what the doctor ordered. He’s on a boat with plenty of hot men, and he’s determined to invite as many of them as he can into his stateroom’s king sized bed.
When the two men run into each other – literally – it’s crush at first sight. Now Andrew can’t think of anyone else, and Eric only wants one man in his bed. The sparks fly, and it’s the perfect vacation fling, especially since ten days isn’t nearly enough time to develop feelings.
At least, it’s not supposed to be.
This transgender gay romance is 49,000 words.
REVIEW:
Andrew has lot his job. He didn’t really love the job, but he had it. His parents are going on a Mediterranean cruise and they invite him along since he has the time. He goes, but he’s feeling guilty about not embarking on his job search. On his first day he runs into Eric and he’s intrigued.
Eric is supposed to be on his honeymoon. But instead, he discovered he ex cheating (thankfully before the wedding) and is now on a solo vacation – the first one he’s taken in literally years. He’s a cybersecurity consultant and he’s been working for years with his brother to get their business going. This may have contributed to the demise of his relationship. When he runs into Andrew, he’s surprise with how much he likes what he sees.
When they meet up at the LGBT mixer at a bar after a day or so, they talk and agree that they would really like to spend some quality time together. So boy do they! From that point on, they spent every minute together that they can – both in and out of bed. Eric is trans and he’s upfront with Andrew right off the bat but Andrew is fine with it. He’s not been with a trans guy before, but he’s definitely up for it. They work things out between them and it turns out they can’t get enough of each other.
As they cruise comes to a close, Eric is staying on in Rome for two weeks and invites Andrew to join him. Andrew still has guilt around his jobless status and also he’s not sure about trying to extend their relationship. Where is it going? Could they do a long distance thing since Andrew is based in Des Moines and Eric is in Seattle? What will the future bring?
I really enjoyed this story – the beginning really of a possible relationship between Eric and Andrew. I love the way the relationship between Eric, a trans guy and Andrew evolved over the course of the cruise. They really enjoy each other in and out of bed – like they like each other’s company 🙂 Eric also has some real introspection as he comes to terms with his broken engagement and what his part was in the breakdown of that relationship. He really got some perspective and healing out of his time away from work. Andrew is adorable. He wants to make his parents happy and he wants to find something to make himself happy. Eric is a breath of fresh air for him – in so many ways and he appreciates Eric’s input into his situation. This is the first book of a two book series and I am anxiously awaiting the next chapter which will hopefully be narrated by the flawless Michael Ferraiuolo. His voice choices and his lovely smooth narration brought to life this love story. Recommended!
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