A Fairview Story Series by Bruce Rose

He’d always been curious… A long time ago, fireman Grant Westerman kissed another guy, but the contact was too brief for him to really feel anything. When he meets a man who offers him a second chance, Grant has to know if he’s gay or just curious. He’d always craved heat… No stranger to bi-curious straight guys, bartender Conner Dunn is willing to be a part of Grant’s experiment. But when a harmless kiss sparks an almost explosive heat between them, Conner retreats... moreHe’d always been curious… A long time ago, fireman Grant Westerman kissed another guy, but the contact was too brief for him to really feel anything. When he meets a man who offers him a second chance, Grant has to know if he’s gay or just curious. He’d always craved heat… No stranger to bi-curious straight guys, bartender Conner Dunn is willing to be a part of Grant’s experiment. But when a harmless kiss sparks an almost explosive heat between them, Conner retreats. Given his last relationship, Conner simply can’t risk being vulnerable again. To move forward, they have to let go of the past… Determined to prove that a one and done can become an ever after, Grant shelves his lust in order to romance Conner. Exposing their deepest longings brings them together, and builds a solid foundation for a relationship, but will they be able to stand together when outside forces threaten to tear them apart? less

Falling in love is always risky… Shane Merrick has poured everything into his nightclub only to find himself days away from bankruptcy. Just about the last thing he needs is a blast from his past, especially one who broke his heart. Keeping his focus off his sexual urges and on his business has been easy. Until now. Wealthy playboy Jake Lang has a lot to prove. Mainly that he can make something of himself without his father’s money... moreFalling in love is always risky… Shane Merrick has poured everything into his nightclub only to find himself days away from bankruptcy. Just about the last thing he needs is a blast from his past, especially one who broke his heart. Keeping his focus off his sexual urges and on his business has been easy. Until now. Wealthy playboy Jake Lang has a lot to prove. Mainly that he can make something of himself without his father’s money. Opening a nightclub in Fairview seems just the thing, until he discovers the man he never forgot running one. Instead of competing against him, Jake has the brilliant idea of joining forces, but first he has to show Shane that he’s changed. Will the two men be able to work together, or will old hurts and new suspicions destroy their second chance? less

He was a monster in the sack—literally. Meticulous math geek Hunter Snow has always colored inside the lines, but a resolution to try new things compels him to proposition a sexy guy at a local pub. They hit it off, Hunter takes him home, and the guy turns out to be a real monster in the sack. But when his powerful lover literally turns into a glowing-eyed beast, Hunter realizes he’s in serious trouble... moreHe was a monster in the sack—literally. Meticulous math geek Hunter Snow has always colored inside the lines, but a resolution to try new things compels him to proposition a sexy guy at a local pub. They hit it off, Hunter takes him home, and the guy turns out to be a real monster in the sack. But when his powerful lover literally turns into a glowing-eyed beast, Hunter realizes he’s in serious trouble. When business tycoon Alexander Knapp seduces a man for leverage then dumps him once the deal is done, he gets something he never expected: a vile curse. After five years of being repulsive to everyone who lays eyes on him, Alexander meets Hunter, a man able to see beyond the spell. One wild night turns into more, but Alexander fears he’ll never be able to give Hunter the partner he deserves. Determined to break the vicious spell, Hunter is willing to do anything he can, but what if the only way to lift the curse is to let go of the man he loves forever? Note: All books from the A Fairview Story series stand alone. You can read them in any order. less

All he ever wanted was to play… Shortly after turning twenty-one, musical prodigy Daniel Lee walked away from his controlling parents for turning his passion into a prison. All he’s ever wanted was to play violin, but he needs to experience real life too. Of course, getting caught for speeding by a hunky motorcycle cop might be a little more real than he anticipated... moreAll he ever wanted was to play… Shortly after turning twenty-one, musical prodigy Daniel Lee walked away from his controlling parents for turning his passion into a prison. All he’s ever wanted was to play violin, but he needs to experience real life too. Of course, getting caught for speeding by a hunky motorcycle cop might be a little more real than he anticipated. All he ever wanted was to be himself… After putting in twenty years on the force, James Roca is ready to retire and move on, but not before he has a no-holds-barred encounter with the hottest speeder he’s ever had the pleasure to pull over. Roca never expected to meet his one-time hook up again, let alone have to work with him. Together, they make beautiful music… A sizzling desert tryst is no match for the slow burn of getting to know one another. Vulnerability brings unexpected rewards, making the two men realize they have far more in common than they ever thought possible. But do they have enough to turn one time into a lifetime? less

Sometimes the perfect guy has been there all along...Chubby workaholic and owner of the Lucky Irish pastry shop, Terry Fitzpatrick has been smitten with a man from afar for months. Determined to make his dream date a reality, Terry asks his employee out on a fake one... moreSometimes the perfect guy has been there all along...Chubby workaholic and owner of the Lucky Irish pastry shop, Terry Fitzpatrick has been smitten with a man from afar for months. Determined to make his dream date a reality, Terry asks his employee out on a fake one. What better way to learn more about his crush than to go to the bar where he works? Not only does Terry's plan go horribly wrong but comparing himself to all the young and hung in the nightclub convinces him he'll probably never date again.Scrawny super geek Roger Skornik has done everything from Lasik to braces to get noticed, but he continues to be the invisible man. All his self-improvement kick has done is lighten his wallet and dash his hopes of ever hooking up. On the cusp of reconciling himself to a lonely life with his right hand, his pretend date with his boss leads to the real thing. Convinced this might be his one shot at happiness, Roger will do whatever it takes to make his date a success.When Roger calls Terry for help, the two men see one another in a new light. Once they turn their friendship into a relationship, they can't ever go back, but going forward is the only way to see if they have a shot at that elusive happily ever after.This fluffy friends-to-lovers tale has been rated slow burn, mildly kinky, and heavy on the romance. 33,000 words or 132 pages.Note: All books from the A Fairview Story series stand alone. You can read them in any order. They are numbered only because some ebook retailers won't accept unnumbered series books. less