Cat's Review of Past His Defenses by Andrew Grey @AndrewGreyBooks @TTCBooksandmore

When a case reopens old wounds from the kidnapping of his younger sister, police officer Robert Fenner is told in no uncertain terms that he needs a break. And maybe his superiors are right. He books a flight to visit an old friend, who happens to be the one who got away, and hopes for the best.

Electronic security consultant Dixie Halewood works from his home in Paris, where he lives with his adopted son, Henri. Dixie doesn’t expect a message from an old flame asking for a place to stay, but he agrees. Their past is just that—the past.

Things between them aren’t as settled as they thought—Henri, Paris, and proximity work their magic. The two men are drawn closer and old flames burst back to life, but Dixie’s work brings a new threat to their safety and the budding family they missed out on the first time around.

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Cat gives this 10 Meows (grumbles when told 5 is the limit) with a 2 Purr heat index...

This book starts like it may be a bit angsty and for some it could have emotional triggers as there is off page kidnapping and the mention of kidnapping resulting in the death of a child. But it’s so well written and conveyed, the angst is low and a big part of the story as it’s the catalyst that sends Robert on a much needed vacation. 

He goes to Paris to visit his ex-marine friend and ex-lover Dixie. He finds him with a son and his job has them in danger. After three weeks of being back together can they go back to their own lives?

Holy cow, I think Robert and Dixie are right up there with my favorite Andrew Grey Characters! I love a good second Chance romance. 

So, this story is like a delightful cake. One layer is fabulous characters, another the intriguing plot, the top the sensual second chance romance with just the right amount of sexual tension and mostly off page sex. The touch of mystery and suspense like little nuggets of nuts and fruit to add an extra touch. Then we have Henri. The cutest kid ever like the perfect chocolate ganache frosting to pull the cake together with all the feels and slight humor. 

There you have it. A wonderful book you really must read. Now I have a request. Henri needs his own story, but before that, David... a person Robert meets just before the end… we need that story as well! 

Andrew Grey is the author of over 100 works of Contemporary Gay Romantic fiction. After twenty-seven years in corporate America, he has now settled down in Central Pennsylvania with his husband, Dominic, and his laptop. An interesting ménage. 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 is a recipient of the RWA Centennial Award, has a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and now writes full-time. 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.

Visit Andrew's web site at: www.andrewgreybooks.com

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