Virgin Skin, Ink Slingers series book 2 by KM Neuhold, is a low angst best friends son romance that gives you all the sizzling chemistry and snazzy humor you could ever want. This book fits in perfectly with the universe it's set in and leaves you wanting more.
From the blurb:
I know I have to keep my hands off of my best friend’s son, but it’s hard… really, really hard…
I didn’t know the guy I picked up in the bar last night was Hero’s son. To be fair, he didn’t even know he had a son until today. I guess we’re all just scrambling to put on our poker faces.
Keeping my hands off of Milo is hard enough thanks to his lickable dimple, flirty smiles, and virgin skin. But I swear this has to be a test. Why else would Hero insist that his son come to live with me? And why is it so hard for Milo to just keep his clothes on already?
If I can't keep my hands off of him I could lose my friends, our club, even the tattoo shop I love more than anything. Given the stakes, it should be easy.
Right, and a Prince Albert just pinches a little…
Virgin Skin is a best friend’s (adult) son romance with a side of roommates-to-lovers, some forced proximity, a “stuck in the dryer” moment, and a whole lot of tension between two guys who just can’t keep their eyes and hands off of each other, no matter how much they try.
Molly Otto's review:
A best friends son romance with a twist. Milo moves to Fall Crosse to meet his dad, and his mom never said that he existed. To get the courage, he decides to hit the local gay bar Wooleys to calm his nerves where he meets Piston. The two have an undeniable attraction yet spend the night just talking with the promise of seeing each other again. Little does either men know Milo is the son of Hero (Pistons best friend and co-worker). Piston may claim that nada can happen, but we all know how that goes with this type of chemistry. What could be an angstier read is not at all. It is handled with grace, humor, and understanding once all parties cool off and see the situation for what it is. Another great addition to the Fall Crosse universe.
Jacqueleen the Reading Queen's review:
"I had sex with Hero's son. I kept him in my bed and humped him like a goddamn wild animal as soon as we woke up. This isn't me. This isn't the kind of shit I do. But fuck, it feels good."
Oh Piston. You didn't stand a chance against Milo. That man was not going to let you go and I honestly loved Milo for it. Piston was the caretaker of the group. He rarely partook in anything that could cause him to lose control of his faculties, including drinking. One drink was his limit. If someone could be counted on to always do what would be considered the right thing in a given situation, that man was going to be Piston. Until it came to Hero's son, that is.
Milo was such a fun MC. I mean, you have to be pretty brave to drop everything and move to the same place as your biological father you've never met. He was also snarky and a bit spacey when his ADHD was getting the best of him. I recognized a lot of my daughter in Milo's behavior. I appreciated that Piston never held this against him, or tried to interfere by suggesting Milo take medication more frequently. He accepted Milo just as he was.
The major drama in this book comes from the fact that Piston thinks it would be a betrayal to Hero for him to hook up with his son, even though Piston and Milo met first. Milo, of course, thinks this is total BS. He's an adult. He doesn't need his long-lost father's permission to date anybody. Eventually Milo's teasing and the UST hits a breaking point where Piston can no longer hold back. I was right with Milo in thinking FINALLY! Just give in Piston, you know you want to!
I enjoyed seeing all the guys at Ink Slingers again. I love how they all give each other shit, but as soon as someone needs them, they all show up to help. I want to know more about Brick, the piercer, so bad. He made some comments in this book that have me a bit worried for him. Jag is also a favorite. An unhinged twink with a black belt? Sign me the heck up!!
Rogue's Review:
- series
- Virgin MC
- forced proximity
- snowed in
- age gap
This is the second in the Ink Slingers series, set in the same world (and town) as Big Bull and 4 Bears series. Piston is part owner and works in the same tattoo parlour as Arrow from the first book, and Milo is a new character. He's also the - very grown up - son of one of Piston's co-owners and friend. Milo's dad didn't know he existed, and technically Milo did meet Piston before he met his dad so there's no taboo here. There is an age gap but Milo was born when his dad was very young so it's only around 18 years or so, and very not weird.
I liked both Milo and Piston, Milo has bounced around trying to find purpose but finds his dad and Piston along the way. I liked how easily Milo was accepted by his dad and family, there's no angst there, just a warm welcome, leaving the focus on the relationship between Piston and Milo. There's some angst between the two as Piston is reluctant to 'take advantage' even though Milo wants him to. There's no small amount of heat between the two and I really liked seeing them get closer, against Piston's will but it is what he really wants and it all works out in the end. This was fun (although I'm still not sure about Jag), hot, sexy and such a lovely HEA. I can't wait for more from the tattoo parlour.
Heather's Review:
I love a hook-up to lovers story... and this one has a fun found family twist and a dad's best friend pivot... in Kyleen Neuhold's sleepy Wisconsin town (can we say cameos?). I like the dynamic between Piston and Milo and also Milo's burgeoning relationship with Hiro. It wouldn't be a KM Neuhold book if there wasn't a scene or two with cute animals too. My only regret is that Piston's angst towards Hiro was a little much for me - considering the overall dynamics and ages of the characters, but overall it was a wonderful story and a great addition to the worldbuilding.
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