Except You

Our Exception, Book 1

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Except You

By: Cora Rose

Narrated by: Zachary Zaba

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About this listen

A straight man walks into a gay bar searching for meaning…It sounds like the start of a lousy joke.

And honestly, that’s what my life is beginning to feel like.

I look back at all the hateful things I’ve said and done—so many things I can’t take back—and I’m not proud. I let my ignorance steal my relationship with my youngest brother, Magnus. He and his husband, Sem, are now happily married with kids, and all I want is to be a part of their lives.

But I need help to get there.

Help in the form of a sweet man so open-hearted and optimistic that he’s willing to take on and teach a lost cause like me.

Because I don’t know if people are truly capable of change. But the way Beau looks at me with his pretty eyes and cheeky smile, the way he openly shows me friendship, love, and affection…he sure makes me wonder, if a person can change, can they also earn forgiveness?

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters were delightfully witty and I loved the writing. It was a captivating story with all the feels. Hearing about Sem & Magnus was beautiful. Immediately bought the next book.

Excellent story 👏👏👏

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Just loved Max’s redemption story, Beau was a lovely fun addition to his life. Learning from mistakes and apologising for the hurt he caused. Can’t wait for the next one.

Redemption!

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Far from my favourite from Cora Rose but it was enjoyable, a little frustrating for honestly the vast majority while one mc fights his homophobia but all's well that ends well I guess 🤷

It was decent

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I read the book when it was released and loved it so much so I was looking forward to listening and the cameos were the best .

Love Max & Bow tie

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