Blue Harbor Boys Series by Declan Rhodes

Coming of age and coming out.Childhood best friends, gay Parker and straight Cole have always shared a close summertime bond in their Great Lakes coastal town, Blue Harbor. When a newly confident Parker returns home from his first year in college more handsome than ever, simmering attractions spark into something neither expected.Seeking relief from nosy observers, Cole suggests they set up a fake relationship. Parker agrees and secretly hopes the pretend dating can turn into real romance... moreComing of age and coming out.Childhood best friends, gay Parker and straight Cole have always shared a close summertime bond in their Great Lakes coastal town, Blue Harbor. When a newly confident Parker returns home from his first year in college more handsome than ever, simmering attractions spark into something neither expected.Seeking relief from nosy observers, Cole suggests they set up a fake relationship. Parker agrees and secretly hopes the pretend dating can turn into real romance.Just as their private passion threatens to turn them into genuine lovers, a candid video brands them #BlueHarborBoyfriends on social media. The video goes viral overnight.As friends, neighbors, and total strangers celebrate their relationship with noisy support and messy questions, both Parker and Cole battle anxieties about their future. Can a single summer of self-discovery cement their transition from secret soulmates to official boyfriends?Out of the Blue is the first book in the Blue Harbor Boys series. It includes friends to lovers, coming of age, bi-awakening, jock/nerd, fake relationship, and first time themes. less

When Rafe fled to the Lake Michigan coastal town of Blue Harbor, he was seeking a refuge from the toxic relationship that had left him emotionally shattered. Little did he know that amid the charming streets and soothing lake breeze, he would find not only healing but also an unexpected chance at love.Theo, a local artist grappling with the grief of losing his long-term partner to cancer, has been running a small gallery and offering mindfulness sessions to find peace and purpose... moreWhen Rafe fled to the Lake Michigan coastal town of Blue Harbor, he was seeking a refuge from the toxic relationship that had left him emotionally shattered. Little did he know that amid the charming streets and soothing lake breeze, he would find not only healing but also an unexpected chance at love.Theo, a local artist grappling with the grief of losing his long-term partner to cancer, has been running a small gallery and offering mindfulness sessions to find peace and purpose. From the moment he meets Rafe, he senses a kindred spirit—someone who understands the pain of loss and the challenges of opening one's heart again.As Rafe begins attending Theo's sessions and spending time in his gallery, a deep connection blossoms between them. In each other's presence, they discover a sanctuary where they can be vulnerable, heal, and imagine a future filled with love and hope.My Sanctuary is the second book in the Blue Harbor Boys series. It includes hurt/comfort and age gap themes. less

Holden Harlow is 25, perpetually sunny, and in search of beauty wherever he lands. A transplant from Portland, Oregon, he's found a new life in Blue a job working with Parker Williams on his blog Tales of Blue Harbor and the chance to care for his ailing grandfather. With a camera always at hand and a ritual of snapping three Polaroid shots each morning, Holden captures life with optimism—even when it’s messy... moreHolden Harlow is 25, perpetually sunny, and in search of beauty wherever he lands. A transplant from Portland, Oregon, he's found a new life in Blue a job working with Parker Williams on his blog Tales of Blue Harbor and the chance to care for his ailing grandfather. With a camera always at hand and a ritual of snapping three Polaroid shots each morning, Holden captures life with optimism—even when it’s messy.On one misty September morning, his lens lands on something Wade Forrester, a rugged, grumpy, quietly brooding park ranger emerging from Lake Michigan. Wade is 43, a former firefighter scarred by past trauma and now more at home in nature than in anyone’s arms. When his steely exterior meets Holden’s relentless warmth, sparks fly in the most unexpected ways.As the autumn leaves turn, Holden’s cheer breaks down Wade’s walls, while Wade’s steady presence anchors Holden through the highs and lows of a new town, a new job, and caring for his family. Together, they find a balance that surprises them both—and maybe, just maybe, opens them up to a love they didn’t see coming.Blue Harbor Billionaire is the 4th book in the Blue Harbor Boys series. It can be read as a standalone but also features characters from previous books. It includes grumpy/sunshine, hurt/comfort, and age gap themes, and, of course, a happily ever after. less