I read Canceled for Christmas back in April according to KU and I have been waiting on this book ever since. Mason and Zeb stood out even in that first book. This group of friends is always there for each other and when they think you need help, they offer their advice, jokes, and set ups.
From the blurb:
Mason Reid is an award-winning, Michelin-starred chef and owner of Epicure, one of New York’s hottest restaurants. He’s also one of the city’s most eligible bachelors, not that it matters. The only man he wants is Zeb, his assistant who is nineteen years younger and off limits.
Zeb spent years surviving on the streets, doing whatever he had to. He’s used to bad relationships and worse endings, and he’s convinced Mason will never want him that way. Trying to move on, he starts something new that forces him to quit his job and leave the people he cares about. When he returns bruised and bleeding, Mason feels like he’s been given a second chance, but it might already be too late.
A break at Mason’s cabin in Cherry Falls is what Zeb needs to recover, even if well-meaning friends leave them “gifts” to push things along. Mason is fighting possessiveness he knows Zeb doesn’t need. Zeb is convinced Mason could never want someone like him for real. He doesn’t get a happy ending.
When a snowstorm traps them together, honesty becomes unavoidable. In the magic of Cherry Falls, it’s easy to believe they’re meant to be. Back in New York, they have to deal with influential people’s opinions. Was this the start of something real, or just a holiday romance that won’t survive the New Year?
Lori C's review:
Mason has always been in a position of power as Zeb’s boss. It doesn’t matter that he loves him deeply, he won’t cross that line. Zeb has feelings as well, but he isn’t going to keep waiting and hoping for more. Maybe that hopefulness is what keeps attracting these dirtbags. After this latest disaster, will Zeb and Mason finally get on the same page?
Absolutely loved it!! I feel like the angst from both men is super high. The burn is so slow, you just know it’s going to explode at the right moment. Both of the MC’s are so in their own heads! Mason doesn’t feel like he’s right for Zeb and Zeb doesn’t feel like he’s good enough for Mason. The thing is they are exactly right for each other, their friends know it and now they just have to open their eyes to that as well. One of the things I love about Oliver’s books is the continuity of the friend group and the stories. The friendships and relationships that started in the Soho Knights series are still around today. This group of men is a found family as you could tell by Ryder’s breakdown in his book. That we’ve seen bits of Ethan in this book and his exit after the meeting sets the tone for the next book. I’m here for it as always and will do my best not to be too impatient.
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