Straight to Gay in a Blink Series by Alexander Stanley

Mark was the king of his high school—star quarterback and consummate ladies' man. These days he runs his family's auto shop, and while the years have passed, his charm is as irresistible as ever. So when his old teammate Jake comes in for an oil change, Mark is stunned by the heat that passes between them. Mark knows he likes women—he's never even looked at another guy... moreMark was the king of his high school—star quarterback and consummate ladies' man. These days he runs his family's auto shop, and while the years have passed, his charm is as irresistible as ever. So when his old teammate Jake comes in for an oil change, Mark is stunned by the heat that passes between them. Mark knows he likes women—he's never even looked at another guy. But Jake is magnetic, and when they rekindle their friendship over after-hours beers, Mark begins questioning everything he thought he knew about himself. In a moment of passion, he gives in to his desire and kisses Jake. And Jake kisses him back...Mark has never imagined a life beyond chasing skirts and keeping up his "macho" image. Yet now he finds himself pursuing a secret romance with the man he was once inseparable from. As their sizzling chemistry transforms into profound connection, Mark grapples with accepting who he is—and who he might have the courage to become. Jake wants to take their relationship public, but Mark fears how others might react. When Jake issues an ultimatum, Mark must decide if he's willing to open his heart to love that defies labels, and commit fully to the man he was perhaps always meant to be with. A steamy bisexual awakening. A friends to lovers story. A sexy tale of love winning against all odds. Meant to Be is a romance about identity, intimacy and the risk that can lead to forever. less

I never expected to fall for my college professor. Maxwell is brilliant, passionate, and completely forbidden to someone like me - his student. But from the first moment he storms into the classroom, I'm captivated. That commanding voice, those piercing eyes - I can't get him out of my head. When a chance encounter reveals the attraction is mutual, control gives way to fierce desire. We begin a secret romance, stealing passionate moments whenever we can... moreI never expected to fall for my college professor. Maxwell is brilliant, passionate, and completely forbidden to someone like me - his student. But from the first moment he storms into the classroom, I'm captivated. That commanding voice, those piercing eyes - I can't get him out of my head. When a chance encounter reveals the attraction is mutual, control gives way to fierce desire. We begin a secret romance, stealing passionate moments whenever we can.Yet hiding our relationship takes its toll, and we long to break free of shadows. In a daring move, we reveal the truth about us to those in power, ready to face scandal and ruin alike rather than end this love. Outrage and demands for our separation follow, threatening to tear us apart just as we've found each other at last. Through public controversy and private struggles, our bond is tested. But this love is worth any war, and we're fighting to the end.Can we emerge victorious and forge a future where we need hide no longer? less

Love finds me in the last place I expect. My whole life I've tried to be the perfect son -- dating girls, joining the football team, choosing a safe predictable path. But it's never been who I really am. There's a part of myself I've kept locked away, afraid to examine too closely. Until Sebastian. He's everything I'm not -- defiant, mysterious, dangerously tempting. The first time our eyes meet, it's as if he sees right through me... moreLove finds me in the last place I expect. My whole life I've tried to be the perfect son -- dating girls, joining the football team, choosing a safe predictable path. But it's never been who I really am. There's a part of myself I've kept locked away, afraid to examine too closely. Until Sebastian. He's everything I'm not -- defiant, mysterious, dangerously tempting. The first time our eyes meet, it's as if he sees right through me. As much as I try to resist, I can't deny the connection pulling us together.My world is turned upside down when I can no longer ignore my feelings for him. And when Sebastian shows up at my door, offering me a glimpse of the life we could share, I know this is my chance to find the courage within to live as my true self. Choosing to follow my heart means losing the only life I've ever known. But in Sebastian's arms I find shelter, and the promise of a love deeper than anything I ever dreamed possible. His hand in mine, coming out is no longer something to fear -- it's the journey to where I belong. My compass rose now points me home. less

As star quarterback, I had everything - glory, girls, a future all mapped out. Then Matt walked in, and in one glance he changed the whole game. Turns out love doesn't always come how you expect. Matt's smart, funny, with a heart bigger than all outdoors. He's also a guy. A minor detail, except I'm the campus hero who's only ever liked girls.We're total opposites. This was never in the playbook. But when we're together, it's the only play I want to run... moreAs star quarterback, I had everything - glory, girls, a future all mapped out. Then Matt walked in, and in one glance he changed the whole game. Turns out love doesn't always come how you expect. Matt's smart, funny, with a heart bigger than all outdoors. He's also a guy. A minor detail, except I'm the campus hero who's only ever liked girls.We're total opposites. This was never in the playbook. But when we're together, it's the only play I want to run. Now we're stealing secret nights and tempting fate.I'm putting it all on the line for just one more chance at a perfect dream I never saw coming. Before Matt, my heart was the only thing I hadn't learned to lose. Now he's got it so tangled up, I can't tell which way is up or how this might end.The homecoming king and the boy next door - how in the hell did we get here? And where do we go from one sweet heaven of a dawn in his arms?I'm playing against myself, betting it all on the chance at happily ever after with the last guy I ever thought I'd fall for.Victory has never cost so much or felt this right. For the joy of one man's smile, any price would be cheap. But if I lose, will either of us survive to walk away? less

As captain of my college rugby team, the future is mine for the taking. There's just one thing threatening to destroy everything—the secret I've been keeping about Caleb, my best friend and so much more. Caleb is the one person who knows me inside and out. The one I can't imagine life without. But I'm terrified of how the team might react if they knew the truth. So I cling to the shadows and live the only way I know how—hiding a piece of my heart away from the world... moreAs captain of my college rugby team, the future is mine for the taking. There's just one thing threatening to destroy everything—the secret I've been keeping about Caleb, my best friend and so much more. Caleb is the one person who knows me inside and out. The one I can't imagine life without. But I'm terrified of how the team might react if they knew the truth. So I cling to the shadows and live the only way I know how—hiding a piece of my heart away from the world. When I can't hold it in anymore, I finally come clean to the guys. Their reaction shocks me—they don't care who I'm with, as long as I'm happy. With the acceptance of my true friends, Caleb and I step into the light at last. Suddenly the future seems brighter than ever before. We build a life together after college, facing each challenge side by side. Over the years, I find home in quiet moments and the escapades of each new adventure. But none come close to the victory of that first day—when Caleb gave me the courage to stop running from myself. The love I never expected and the man who made me whole. My best friend, my biggest risk, my heart, my world. The home I've always been looking for, found at last in the unlikeliest of places. Sometimes the biggest risks in life are the only ones worth taking. And love can be found where you least expect it—in the person you need the most, holding out their hand to lead you home. less

I had it all - star quarterback dating the prettiest cheerleader in school. My life was the envy of every guy. But I had never felt more lost. Until the artist moved in next door with his paint-splattered jeans and piercing green eyes. Spending time with him finally made me feel alive in a way I never knew was possible.But falling for him would mean confronting the parts of myself I tried so hard to ignore... moreI had it all - star quarterback dating the prettiest cheerleader in school. My life was the envy of every guy. But I had never felt more lost. Until the artist moved in next door with his paint-splattered jeans and piercing green eyes. Spending time with him finally made me feel alive in a way I never knew was possible.But falling for him would mean confronting the parts of myself I tried so hard to ignore. Sometimes your only choice is to leave behind the life everyone expects so you can find the one you were meant for. I was ready to paint my truth in colors the world had never seen. less

Just another standard work trip - or so I thought. Spending long days and even longer nights prepping for this career-defining case with Nathan, my unfairly handsome coworker, awakens desires I never knew I harbored.Nathan has always intimidated me with his easy confidence and sharp style. But away from the office, I discover his charming humor and caring heart. And as our late-night talks drift from small talk to whispered confessions, an undeniable spark ignites between us... moreJust another standard work trip - or so I thought. Spending long days and even longer nights prepping for this career-defining case with Nathan, my unfairly handsome coworker, awakens desires I never knew I harbored.Nathan has always intimidated me with his easy confidence and sharp style. But away from the office, I discover his charming humor and caring heart. And as our late-night talks drift from small talk to whispered confessions, an undeniable spark ignites between us.Before I know it, his subtle touches and smoldering looks consume my thoughts. When our inhibitions melt away one moonlit night by the sea, we share a fiery kiss that sets my body and soul ablaze.Exploring each other intimately is beyond anything I imagined. This trip has opened up a whole new world of pleasure, passion, and possibility.Returning to real life, navigating a secret romance risks everything we’ve built in our careers. But I’m addicted to Nathan’s electrifying touch and captivated by our emotional bond. I’m still figuring out who I am, but one thing is certain - I’m falling hard, and I never want our unexpected summer fling to end. less