[Book 2 in the Hughes Brothers Trilogy] Noah is confused. Ever since his brother came out Noah Hughes has been in turmoil. He wants to protect Justin and let him be himself. Having met Isaac's brother isn't helping matters. Because no matter what he tries to make himself believe he has fallen for his best friend's brother. Who has returned to war. Stephan Benson knew the moment his lips touched Noah's in a stolen kiss that he was the man he wanted to spend the rest of his life with. If only Noah realized he was into men and would give him a chance. When fate conspires to reunite them both then throws them curve balls they didn't see coming they'll have to fight to keep their blossoming feelings alive. And maybe find a love stronger than ever imagined. Copyright © 2013 MissCris

College student Griffin is gay and only a couple people know including his best friend Hadley. The problem? Most everyone thinks they are a couple, and Hadley knows that things are slowly getting to Griffin on the inside. As his best friend, she feels like he could use some more excitement, but when a camping trip with fellow friends goes in unexpected directions, will her efforts to help end up hurting him more?

Nicholas Adams has lived a life of abuse from his alcoholic father and sex addict mother. So growing up was tough. He makes sure everyone fears him. He refuses to get close to anyone. But, new girl Alice might be the one to change his plans. Alice navigates through the ups and downs of high school trying to hide her feelings for the cold and closed off Nicholas. Little does she know, Nick harbors the same feelings. As soon as Nicks eyes land on the fragile Alice, his heart desires her. But with so much baggage on both sides, could they really make it out of high school hand in hand? ~~ "I love the things you hate about yourself. And we're going to do this your way. If you're not ready I'm not either." My hands drop to my side at what he says and my eyes fill with tears. "Alice we don't have to..." His hand cups my cheek and I place mine over his. "I love you," I whisper and his forehead falls against mine. ~~ Highest rankings: #1 in badboy #1 in teenfiction #1 in possessive #1 in protective #1 in goodgirl #1 in insecure #4 in love #5 in romance WARNING: swearing, mature scenes, references and actions of abuse Posted: 5/17/20