Under the Stars Series by Raleigh Ruebins

This short story takes place in 1999, on the day of 5*Star’s first ever sold-out arena concert. It is a prequel/prologue to the Under the Stars series, which follows the members of 5*Star in present day, seeing where they’ve ended up.This short story can absolutely be read on its own, but is more fun to read alongside any of the Under the Stars books!

A decade and a half ago, Leo Stone was famous. Fans galore, and money pouring in like a waterfall. Music industry royalty. …And then the band broke up. Leo went from a prince to pauper, and now he’s trying to make a comeback. To clean up his image and grab a little publicity, his manager hires Jamie Sheffield to write his biography. Straight out of college, Jamie can’t believe his luck... moreA decade and a half ago, Leo Stone was famous. Fans galore, and money pouring in like a waterfall. Music industry royalty. …And then the band broke up. Leo went from a prince to pauper, and now he’s trying to make a comeback. To clean up his image and grab a little publicity, his manager hires Jamie Sheffield to write his biography. Straight out of college, Jamie can’t believe his luck. He’d never quite gotten over his teen-aged crush on Leo, and now here he is, talking with Leo, thinking about Leo. Sleeping with Leo. And the heat between them is enough to set paper on fire. But Leo’s afraid to commit to Jamie, no matter how much Jamie wants it. Not with the tabloids standing by, waiting for their next serving of scandal. And all the while, the book is getting closer to being finished. Will their story be cut short, or can they make it last forever? Your Fallen Star is a 75,000-word gay romance novel, complete with a cranky, lovable, washed-up musician, a young and starry-eyed hopeful writer, and a cat named Mr. Ginger Boots. A little slow-burn, a lot of steam, and a happily-ever-after ending. It is the first book in the Under the Stars series, featuring the former members of the boy band 5*Star, but can be read alone or as part of the series. less

Eric Ronson used to be a superstar… now he’s only cooking up trouble. He needs a fake boyfriend, and fast. As a former member of the boy band 5*Star, Eric never imagined he’d be starting a new gig as a host on a live cooking show—much less that he’d need a co-host to really help his star shine. Dash Thompson loved his quiet life as a food writer… until a horrible breakup really stirred things up... moreEric Ronson used to be a superstar… now he’s only cooking up trouble. He needs a fake boyfriend, and fast. As a former member of the boy band 5*Star, Eric never imagined he’d be starting a new gig as a host on a live cooking show—much less that he’d need a co-host to really help his star shine. Dash Thompson loved his quiet life as a food writer… until a horrible breakup really stirred things up. The offer to be on a TV show with Eric might give his life the spice it so desperately needs to get him out of his funk, but there’s only one problem (ok, maybe two)…. He has to pretend to be Eric’s boyfriend and he kind of hates Eric. The idea of being Eric’s fake boyfriend really puts a hair in Dash’s biscuit, because Eric is everything that Dash isn’t: loud and unpredictable, wild and fun loving… so why does he want sleep with him so bad? As the cameras roll, the line between what’s fake and what’s real quickly blurs when Eric and Dash realize they have better chemistry than sugar and spice. Can Eric give up his playboy ways and rise to the occasion? Will Dash’s heart crumble like a cookie? The Sweetest Star is a 65,000-word gay romance novel where enemies become lovers, with plenty of cheesy food jokes along the way. It’s sweet and steamy, with a happily-ever-after ending. It is the second book in the Under the Stars series, featuring the former members of the boy band 5*Star, but each book can be read alone or as part of the series. less

The only place that feels like home is in his arms. Adam traveled the globe for years. Now he’s settling down in the small town of Fox Hollow, right in the middle of the mountains and forests. His new next door neighbor is sexy, intense, and painfully overworked, and all Adam wants to do is reach out and help. Because Adam would do anything to get closer to Grey. Grey is desperate to get out of Fox Hollow. He’s sick of it, and has been working a dead-end job for too long... moreThe only place that feels like home is in his arms. Adam traveled the globe for years. Now he’s settling down in the small town of Fox Hollow, right in the middle of the mountains and forests. His new next door neighbor is sexy, intense, and painfully overworked, and all Adam wants to do is reach out and help. Because Adam would do anything to get closer to Grey. Grey is desperate to get out of Fox Hollow. He’s sick of it, and has been working a dead-end job for too long. So of course, right when he’s about to leave, the ridiculously hot Adam Fara moves in next door. But why would a former pop superstar really want anything to do with Grey—a small-town guy with no money? Grey has two jobs, no time, and a crazy dog to take care of, and shockingly, Adam offers to help. When Grey shows up one night with a bottle of liquor, he stays at Adam’s house way later than he’d planned… ending up in bed. It’s incredible. Fiery hot and passionate, like a wild dream. Grey’s never even been in love, let alone had another guy treat him so well, giving him exactly what he needs. It’s irresistible. But… Grey’s leaving town in just a few months. And Adam’s just settled down. Can Grey leave Fox Hollow, now that he’s finally found a reason to stay? Or has his wild heart finally found a home? Wild Star is a 70,000-word gay romance novel about finding home and love in unexpected places. It has plenty of steam and a happily-ever-after ending. It is the third book in the Under the Stars series, featuring the former members of the boy band 5*Star, but each book can be read alone or as part of the series. less

“I always thought I was straight. But now I’m not so sure….” Chandler Price is a superstar. He’s had it all: the boy band, the solo music career, the leading roles in movies. But his love life just crashed and burned. Now all everyone can talk about is his messy divorce, and he’s lonely and adrift for the first time. And what’s worse? To keep his career afloat, he has to work with producer Ash Vance, who has a reputation for being… difficult. Chandler was ready to hate Ash... more“I always thought I was straight. But now I’m not so sure….” Chandler Price is a superstar. He’s had it all: the boy band, the solo music career, the leading roles in movies. But his love life just crashed and burned. Now all everyone can talk about is his messy divorce, and he’s lonely and adrift for the first time. And what’s worse? To keep his career afloat, he has to work with producer Ash Vance, who has a reputation for being… difficult. Chandler was ready to hate Ash. He knew they’d clash like fire and ice. But when they start spending time together in close quarters, he’s more intrigued by the hotshot young producer than he’d ever admit. Ash wants nothing more than to produce a huge hit song. After giving up on love, the last thing he’s looking for is a new flame. He’s happy to put his career first instead. Of course, he has a crush on Chandler—who doesn’t? But he knows he has to push the feelings down. Because Chandler Price is straight.…Right? But Chandler secretly can’t stop thinking about Ash’s soft skin. His lips. And how he’d look in bed. When they confront their feelings and come together, it’s scorching hot. But with a boy band reunion coming up, Chandler and Ash would have to risk their careers to ever go public about their budding relationship. Can these two bright stars be together amid a constant swarm of paparazzi? And will they accept their changing identities to feel a love like they’ve never known? Your Superstar is a 70,000-word gay romance novel about what happens when you realize you aren’t as straight as you thought… and you’re one of the most famous people in the world. Emotional, steamy, and complete with a happily-ever-after ending, this is the fourth book in the Under the Stars series, featuring the former members of the boy band 5*Star. Each book can be read alone or as part of the series. less