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Sweat Connection

Hot Under the Collar, Book 1

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By: Katherine McIntyre
Narrated by: Dylan Rockwell
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Summary

One disaster bi single dad. One sexy plumber on a house call. One hot-as-hell romance.

Rhys

If I was a hot mess before becoming a single dad, my life’s pretty much an on-fire garbage can now. Okay, maybe that’s a tad melodramatic—my bestie/baby momma/ex-girlfriend is still awesome, currently in the throuple of her dreams. And my kiddo Sammy’s amazing, albeit exhausting. I’m the one who’s too intense and rambling, too obsessed with random trivia, too liable to set dinner on fire. Essentially, too much for any relationship.

However, when a hottie plumber drops by to fix our toilet—thanks, Sammy—and gives me his number? My luck might just be turning around.

Cole

After my dad moved to a retirement community, he left me with the big, old house I grew up in and a whole lot of loneliness. I thought by now I’d be settled down, but no one’s looking for the guy who likes long hikes with his dog, stargazing, and fixing shit around the house. They want fun, entertaining, flashy—not me.

Except when I give Rhys my private line for an emergency house call, I show up for the job to discover it’s a date. It seems like I might’ve met the one man on earth who’s just as interested as I am—if only we can find the guts to admit it.

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Sweet, uncomplicated story. Rhys, single dad, friends with his ex meets Cole, plumber. Instant attraction which, after a few missteps, they work up to a solid romance. Nice characters, loved Sammy (the kid), his mum (Rhys's ex and bestie). Overall, a low angst, fun story.
Dylan Rockwell is new to me. Good, solid performance - I knew which character was on deck at all times. He showed a lot of enthusiasm for the steamier scenes :) I quite enjoyed his performance!

Enjoyed it :)

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This is the kind of book that has you smiling from beginning to end. Both MCs are just so dang cute as are the extended cast of characters - many of who you can already spot being lined up for their own standalone books. The chemistry and banter was delightful, as was the spice and though single dad isn't my favourite trope I couldn't help loving Rhys and his little boy Sammy. Great start to a lovely low-angsty MM series. I really enjoyed Dylan Rockwell's narration, he has a great voice for audio, though at times it was hard to remember which character was speaking as there wasn't as much variation as some narrators put into their readings.

Sweet, steamy, speedy listen

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Dylan gives heart to both men's characters and makes it an easy and enjoyable listen throughout. I think there could have been a little more variation/individuality in each man's voice but I still got their insecurities and attraction for each other.
What a wonderful start to a new series from Katherine McIntyre! Give me a single dad romance and I'm first in line for it but it's also a low angst, opposites attract story with both men wary about how they may not be good enough for a new partner.
Rhys is a fast paced, single dad with a lot of mental energy but is also quite a mess as he is forgetful and darts from one thing to the next, often suddenly and with no clear path. Luckily, this is something that quiet Cole finds adorable and completely attractive. Rhys in dad mode even gets him hot under the collar, which is another area that they are perfectly matched in. I can honestly say I wasn't expecting that level of intensity and heat between them but it just feels natural and like they were meant to be together for that and everything else.
Their unofficial first date is amusing with wires getting crossed but it turns out perfectly and shows them what is possible with each other. There are a lot of fun and sweet scenes, especially if they include Rhys's son, Sammy, with a couple that has each man worrying about what they perceive as their shortcomings that may keep them from having a relationship. It's thanks to meddling friends and family that things move forward and bonds are made between them all making a wonderful and eclectic found family group. I can't wait to read more from this group.

Low angst easy listen

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I absolutely adored Cole and Rhys. Their first date was memorable - suffice to say, it was awkward but funny. These two were all kinds of cute and the little Sammy took the cuteness to a whole new level.

Narrator’s performance was fantastic.

Sweet

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The author was new to me, so I had an open mind; I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this short, witty romance.

We meet Rhys and Cole and Rhys's sweet son Sammy. Great side characters, including Coles's disabled dad. Well-written everyday life experiences. I enjoyed it a lot.

Dylan Rockwell is a new narrator to me, but he was a pleasure to listen to. He was clean and concise. I sped this narration up to 1.20 on Audible, which is usual for me.

Sweat Connection
Hot Under the Collar, Book 1
By: Katherine McIntyre
Narrated by: Dylan Rockwell
Series: Hot Under the Collar, Book 1
Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins

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Read at 1.20 speed on Audible

I received this audiobook for free from GRR at my request. My review is my opinion and an honest review - neither the author nor GRR influenced my opinion.

MM New Author and Narrator to me

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