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Date read: April 8, 2024
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Stronghold - Paperback | Kindle
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Synopsis (Goodreads):
A second chance at love? Or a second chance to ruin everything?Thoughts on Stronghold: Life and a little case of miscommunication sent Skyler and Judson in different directions years before, but they're both back in Burlington and...well, they have things they need to work out. THINGS. Judson turning tail and running away did a number on both their hearts although the other didn't realize it at the time. Or even until it was spelled out.
When Skyler spots the new bartender at Vino and Veritas, his body responds before the guy even turns around. But when he does, it takes only a heartbeat for recognition to set in and for sparks to fly. Judson’s been gone for ten years, but he’s the man Skyler never forgot. Or forgave.
The last place Judson wants to be is back home in Burlington, living with family. Not so long ago he was a world-class chef with the lifestyle to prove it. Now he’s serving drinks and flying under the radar until he can get the hell out again. But when his childhood best friend reenters his life, looking finer than any entree at a five-star restaurant, he wonders if it’s time to update his menu of life choices.
Working through past wounds with Skyler won’t be easy, though, especially with family obligations--and the occasional dairy cow--interfering. When their loyalty is tested, will their newly built stronghold be sturdy enough to withstand the storm?
Yeah, miscommunication. These two had it and it caused a bit of a rift. Do I understand where Judson was coming from when he turned tail and ran? Yeah. I can. Judson had to be comfortable in his own skin before he could feel like a match for Skyler. Throw in that Jud didn't realize that Skyler's sexuality ran toward men and...let's just say they had a lot to discuss.
On Skyler's end, Judson's return is a bit of a shock. He's happy to have him back, but losing your best friend without any warning can do a number on a guy. Still, he's willing to step back into their friendship if Jud is. That said, Skyler's dealing with a kind of lot. His family issues are a little complicated and he's put his life on hold to help his family through a rough patch while still working full steam on his own (successful) business. A chance to move his business forward with his old best friend at his side seems like a dream. Especially since he kinda sorta maybe wants more than that friendship thing they had before.
A little time spent at V&V, food, a maple festival, brainstorming, smoking kisses, a chef who's trying to find himself after seeing his dreams get dashed, and a sugarmaker who'd been guarding his heart until a certain BFF came back into the picture. Good stuff!
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