The Cuckoo's Call

Lily Morton queers a Harlequin Presents novel, complete with exotic settings; young, virginal MC who charms everyone he meets; older, jaded MC who Does Not Fall in Love; evil family members; and of course a race to the airport so the older MC can finally declare his affections and keep the younger MC from leaving him. Morton's typical snark is kept to a minimum, and after taking a year-long break from her work, I quite enjoyed this one.

“You're like my lighthouse, Wren. You show me the way, and your light is so clear and warm.”

[4.25] part one: 5++++ stars! i appreciate stories that give the mcs enough page time to allow a relationship to grow organically without any extraneous hopping into bed scenes that have little substance at that initial stage. Lily Morton's characteristic snarky banter and sarcasm continues to be exquisite (i just love how much the characters make each other laugh