The Backup Boyfriend

Completely forgot I hadn't even updated that I read this book.

Anyway, what I liked the most about it was that the guy that was just discovering that he might be bisexual had less trouble with that and more just with the idea of a real relationship and not a one night stand. (It was nicely vacant of ‘oh no, I'm not straight' angst.)

This was a sweet but not syrupy read, except towards the end when we got all marshmallow rainbows & cream, but by then I was in the bag so ... yea.

I liked that although Alec is a bit nerdy, reciting stats and figures when he's nervous and can't quite figure out how to start his Harley and cant's pick out an Allen wrench to save his life he is brave and steadfast in the face of what society thinks or his friends and family want once he figures it out and lucky for Dylan Booth what Alec wants is him. Dylan for all his tough talk and hard as nails exterior is the one who can break with a strong gust of wind. He comes from loss and Alec with his warm house, home cooked meals and heart on his sleeves represents Dylan's chance for a home even when he almost loses it because he refuses to name what they have. In a manner of speaking he's right. Love is love and the label just makes it palatable for others to place us in our allotted slots.

This worked for me. It was funny and warm and Alec and Dylan's respective inner struggles felt true and resolved in a non rushed but also non draggy speed. I'd also add that despite my shelving I wouldn't call this either a Gay-For-You story nor a late-blooming gay romance. It more authentically felt like what people say about cats in a household, at least as far as Dylan goes, they pick one person and that's their person. Dylan found his person in Alec.

This is one of those books that just makes me happy. I knew from the blurb that it looked like something I'd really enjoy and it more than lived up to my expectations. It is a character driven love story and is very well written. I didn't want to put it down, and nothing about it annoyed me, which is a rare occurrence. I admit the premise is a bit clichéd, but it's one that appeals to me. Simply put, I fucking loved this book!