Unexpected Attraction Series by Jaylen Florian

Teasing was all it was ever supposed to be… On summer break from his graduate studies at the university, Kirk is surrounded by irresistible and enticing men when he lands some temporary jobs off campus. But all Kirk can really do is flirt with these guys. They might be quite rowdy, macho, and playful, especially at the neighborhood pub where Kirk works as a bar back during the late night shift. Ultimately, however, they’re not attracted to other men... moreTeasing was all it was ever supposed to be… On summer break from his graduate studies at the university, Kirk is surrounded by irresistible and enticing men when he lands some temporary jobs off campus. But all Kirk can really do is flirt with these guys. They might be quite rowdy, macho, and playful, especially at the neighborhood pub where Kirk works as a bar back during the late night shift. Ultimately, however, they’re not attracted to other men. Or are they…? One thing is certain for Kirk. He desperately needs big life changes and a fresh start. Burned out from being overly devoted to his studies, as well as being financially strained and extremely lonely, he feels rock-bottom empty. Read today to discover whether Kirk, against all odds, finds that one of the men, once considered hopelessly out of reach, might offer him surprising fulfillment. “Thirst,” the first book in the Unexpected Attraction series, contains passionate and mature romantic themes, and can be read as a stand alone story. less

In a clash of masculine energy, two cunning men bump heads while furthering their surging careers.But not everything in their complicated lives can be controlled, least of all their hearts and desires...Rodney, a sculpture artist brimming with raw talent, is on the cusp of fame. Hidden from public eye, however, are creative and financial challenges, and the burdens of an enigmatic artistic persona.Marshall is good at uncovering the truth... moreIn a clash of masculine energy, two cunning men bump heads while furthering their surging careers.But not everything in their complicated lives can be controlled, least of all their hearts and desires...Rodney, a sculpture artist brimming with raw talent, is on the cusp of fame. Hidden from public eye, however, are creative and financial challenges, and the burdens of an enigmatic artistic persona.Marshall is good at uncovering the truth. He's a reporter and columnist who suspects the artist is a phony, and thereby a danger to the integrity of the fine arts so plagued with fraud.Truth battles illusion, creativity yearns for expression, and it all comes down to two questions:How far must a man go to stop an opponent who threatens everything?When lurched together, can adversaries become real lovers?"Bravado" is a slow burn enemies-to-lovers male romance with a sizzling finale. It's the third book in the "Unexpected Attraction" series by Jaylen Florian, author of "Thirst," and can be read as a stand alone story or as part of the series. less