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Front Range University #2
Beautifully Devoted
Forgetting to knock changed everything.
Cam
When I was ten, I made a promise. One that I’m still honoring a decade later, even though it means hiding a part of myself from the most important person in my life.
My best friend, Jagger.
And truthfully, burying that part of me is a small price to pay if it means nothing comes between us. I’m Jagger’s rock, the one stable thing in his life, and I’ve held that role for so long it’s now central to who I am. Which is why, after he sees something he shouldn’t and gets an idea that he wants my help with, I’m faced with the biggest decision of my life.
Saying yes could break me, but saying no could break us. I guess there isn’t really a choice, is there?
Jagger
There I was, innocently letting myself into my teammate’s room to search for some protein powder, when I came across a different type of protein altogether.
I learned two things that day. Knock first, and straight guys might be missing out.
As usual when I have an epiphany, I turn to my best friend Cam for help, and learn another two things. Neither of us is as straight as I thought, and I’m not the only one who needs protecting.
Hopefully I can be as strong for him as he’s been for me.
**Beautifully Devoted is a high-heat MM romance between two co-dependent best friends. It’s a medium angst story that includes hurt/comfort situations and a bi-awakening with lots of humor and spice. This is book two in a series of interconnected standalones.
Cam
When I was ten, I made a promise. One that I’m still honoring a decade later, even though it means hiding a part of myself from the most important person in my life.
My best friend, Jagger.
And truthfully, burying that part of me is a small price to pay if it means nothing comes between us. I’m Jagger’s rock, the one stable thing in his life, and I’ve held that role for so long it’s now central to who I am. Which is why, after he sees something he shouldn’t and gets an idea that he wants my help with, I’m faced with the biggest decision of my life.
Saying yes could break me, but saying no could break us. I guess there isn’t really a choice, is there?
Jagger
There I was, innocently letting myself into my teammate’s room to search for some protein powder, when I came across a different type of protein altogether.
I learned two things that day. Knock first, and straight guys might be missing out.
As usual when I have an epiphany, I turn to my best friend Cam for help, and learn another two things. Neither of us is as straight as I thought, and I’m not the only one who needs protecting.
Hopefully I can be as strong for him as he’s been for me.
**Beautifully Devoted is a high-heat MM romance between two co-dependent best friends. It’s a medium angst story that includes hurt/comfort situations and a bi-awakening with lots of humor and spice. This is book two in a series of interconnected standalones.
293 pages, ebook
First published July 25, 2024
About the author
Michele Lenard
25 books108 followersMichele writes contemporary romance that is both sweet and steamy. Her goal is to make you fan your face as you wipe a tear from your eye. Several of her books have been named as finalists in the MARA Fiction From the Homeland contest. Her books are part of a series but there are no cliffhangers so each can be read as a standalone. When she isn't reading or writing she enjoys the outdoors, something that pops up in her books from time to time.
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October 29, 2024
Tropes: hurt/comfort, friends to lovers, roommates, bi-awakening
Feels: 4/5
Steam*: 3.5/5
Kinks: docking, toys
Angst: low
HEA: yes
Pairing: MM
Triggers/potential icks/content warnings: parental abandonment, blackmail by parent, codependent, unsafe sex
Cam and Jagger has been best friends since preschool. When Jagger was 10, his dad abandoned his family, his dad was a good looking man who used his looks to get things he wanted and cheated on his wife. Jagger's mom was afraid that Jagger would turn out like his father, so Jagger makes sure not to use his looks and not to take favors from people. Cam and Jagger have always been there for each other and have lived in each other's pockets. They play football together, Jagger wants to go to the NFL, and Cam has followed him into the sport. They are roommates who think nothing of cuddling in the same bed or sitting on each other's laps.
Cam knows that he is bi and has for years, but he's never told anyone, and he's never been with a guy. He's low-key had a crush on Jagger, but he's tried to stay firm with him in the friend zone. They love each other platonically and it would be too much if he let himself think of him differently. Jagger sees their roommates having sex, Liam coming untouched while getting pounded and it sends him spiraling down a rabbit hole of contemplating the delights of prostate play. He decides he's curious and that leads to him and Cam hooking up. He doesn't usually do repeats, but Cam will always be his exception. Cam is something special to him. Jagger's father shows up and threatens things. Can Jagger and Cam go from best friends to boyfriends?
This book was steamy and the connection between Jagger and Cam was sweet. They were codependent and very protective of each other. They cared about each other so much there was a very strong foundation for them becoming more. It was a slip slide of experimentation and then a sudden light switch moment that this was it for them.
Some notable moments:
"“Move,” I grunt, somewhat shocked to realize I have the presence of mind to speak. It’s only when I feel Cam’s muffled response on the place where my neck meets my collarbone that it registers he’s biting me, most likely to stave off his own release. Or a scream."
"“I appreciate that Anna, really. But I’m sort of spoken for at the moment.” Her jaw falls open as she sucks in a startled breath, but unfortunately, she isn’t the only one, and I realize too late the flaw in my otherwise solid plan. “Who are you screwing?” Bennet demands. “Him.” I jerk my thumb over my shoulder, bracing for Cam to laugh or snort or something that spoils my ruse, but all he does is tighten his grip on my hip."
The 'promise?' did me in, so sweet. "“Fair. Cam?” “Yeah?” I take a deep breath and turn my head to face him. “Since you’re pretty determined to believe I shit rainbows and all, I figure it won’t freak you out if I tell you I love you.” His rich brown eyes calm my pounding heart when they find mine. “I love you, too.” Did I hear that right? “No, I mean like… I love you. Hearts and forever and soulmate type love.” “Good, because that’s how I love you.” The corner of his lips pull up in a bashful, borderline endearing smile, and like a magnet it pulls mine up as well. “Promise?”"
*FYI about steam: I rate steam based on a combination of quality & quantity. I note kink separate from steam because I don't want to underrate steamy reads that don't have much kink.
**Note about spoilers: I like to comment on the plot of a book in reviews, so I almost always mark my reviews as containing spoilers. But I try to avoid spoiling the big dramatic moments! As a reader, I personally like to know what I'm getting into before I read a book so I know more about the content and if it's to my taste/mood, so I try to give that information in my reviews for myself when I'm considering rereading and also for other readers.
Feels: 4/5
Steam*: 3.5/5
Kinks: docking, toys
Angst: low
HEA: yes
Pairing: MM
Triggers/potential icks/content warnings: parental abandonment, blackmail by parent, codependent, unsafe sex
Cam and Jagger has been best friends since preschool. When Jagger was 10, his dad abandoned his family, his dad was a good looking man who used his looks to get things he wanted and cheated on his wife. Jagger's mom was afraid that Jagger would turn out like his father, so Jagger makes sure not to use his looks and not to take favors from people. Cam and Jagger have always been there for each other and have lived in each other's pockets. They play football together, Jagger wants to go to the NFL, and Cam has followed him into the sport. They are roommates who think nothing of cuddling in the same bed or sitting on each other's laps.
Cam knows that he is bi and has for years, but he's never told anyone, and he's never been with a guy. He's low-key had a crush on Jagger, but he's tried to stay firm with him in the friend zone. They love each other platonically and it would be too much if he let himself think of him differently. Jagger sees their roommates having sex, Liam coming untouched while getting pounded and it sends him spiraling down a rabbit hole of contemplating the delights of prostate play. He decides he's curious and that leads to him and Cam hooking up. He doesn't usually do repeats, but Cam will always be his exception. Cam is something special to him. Jagger's father shows up and threatens things. Can Jagger and Cam go from best friends to boyfriends?
This book was steamy and the connection between Jagger and Cam was sweet. They were codependent and very protective of each other. They cared about each other so much there was a very strong foundation for them becoming more. It was a slip slide of experimentation and then a sudden light switch moment that this was it for them.
Some notable moments:
"“Move,” I grunt, somewhat shocked to realize I have the presence of mind to speak. It’s only when I feel Cam’s muffled response on the place where my neck meets my collarbone that it registers he’s biting me, most likely to stave off his own release. Or a scream."
"“I appreciate that Anna, really. But I’m sort of spoken for at the moment.” Her jaw falls open as she sucks in a startled breath, but unfortunately, she isn’t the only one, and I realize too late the flaw in my otherwise solid plan. “Who are you screwing?” Bennet demands. “Him.” I jerk my thumb over my shoulder, bracing for Cam to laugh or snort or something that spoils my ruse, but all he does is tighten his grip on my hip."
The 'promise?' did me in, so sweet. "“Fair. Cam?” “Yeah?” I take a deep breath and turn my head to face him. “Since you’re pretty determined to believe I shit rainbows and all, I figure it won’t freak you out if I tell you I love you.” His rich brown eyes calm my pounding heart when they find mine. “I love you, too.” Did I hear that right? “No, I mean like… I love you. Hearts and forever and soulmate type love.” “Good, because that’s how I love you.” The corner of his lips pull up in a bashful, borderline endearing smile, and like a magnet it pulls mine up as well. “Promise?”"
*FYI about steam: I rate steam based on a combination of quality & quantity. I note kink separate from steam because I don't want to underrate steamy reads that don't have much kink.
**Note about spoilers: I like to comment on the plot of a book in reviews, so I almost always mark my reviews as containing spoilers. But I try to avoid spoiling the big dramatic moments! As a reader, I personally like to know what I'm getting into before I read a book so I know more about the content and if it's to my taste/mood, so I try to give that information in my reviews for myself when I'm considering rereading and also for other readers.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 12, 2024
D.N.F @32%
Omfg the dialogue....(bangs head to the wall as reading 5 pages of talking of ghosts) Way too much page filler blabbering for the sole purpose of not progressing the story.
I'm not a huge fan of friends to lovers. And so far this book has done nothing to alter that. The cluelessness and slow awareness progression feel like they're taking too long making me lose interest.
Omfg the dialogue....(bangs head to the wall as reading 5 pages of talking of ghosts) Way too much page filler blabbering for the sole purpose of not progressing the story.
I'm not a huge fan of friends to lovers. And so far this book has done nothing to alter that. The cluelessness and slow awareness progression feel like they're taking too long making me lose interest.
August 12, 2024
3.75 stars
The cover doesn't do the book justice.
A very sweet, hot, and funny college best friends-to-lovers romance.
The cover doesn't do the book justice.
A very sweet, hot, and funny college best friends-to-lovers romance.
July 7, 2024
4.5/5 ⭐️ 3/5 🌶️
- MM
- Best friends to with benefits to lovers
- Bi curious
- Football
- College
- Hurt/comfort
This was honestly just so super freaking sweet. I adored the heck out of these two and their relationship. The way they spoke telepathically, were so open and honest with each other, provided one another comfort, and could always have a laugh was just beautiful. Their chemistry was just off the charts.
I usually like my books with a huge conflict or just very angsty, which this book had neither, and I still couldn’t get enough of it nor put it down. I could read about them being happy together forever. Those tender moments they shared made me just as giddy as them.
Thank god Jagger walked in on Cruz and Liam being intimate otherwise he wouldn’t have been sparked to explore his bi curiosity. I loved how no matter what they always communicated with each other and things were never awkward between them. Neither were ashamed to show off their love which made me so happy.
I’m so glad we got to see Cruz and Liam still happily in love and that we saw more of Bennet and Aiden. I’m really looking to Bennet’s story with Damien.
If you’re looking for a sweet MM, best friend to lovers book, I highly recommend this one.
- MM
- Best friends to with benefits to lovers
- Bi curious
- Football
- College
- Hurt/comfort
This was honestly just so super freaking sweet. I adored the heck out of these two and their relationship. The way they spoke telepathically, were so open and honest with each other, provided one another comfort, and could always have a laugh was just beautiful. Their chemistry was just off the charts.
I usually like my books with a huge conflict or just very angsty, which this book had neither, and I still couldn’t get enough of it nor put it down. I could read about them being happy together forever. Those tender moments they shared made me just as giddy as them.
Thank god Jagger walked in on Cruz and Liam being intimate otherwise he wouldn’t have been sparked to explore his bi curiosity. I loved how no matter what they always communicated with each other and things were never awkward between them. Neither were ashamed to show off their love which made me so happy.
I’m so glad we got to see Cruz and Liam still happily in love and that we saw more of Bennet and Aiden. I’m really looking to Bennet’s story with Damien.
If you’re looking for a sweet MM, best friend to lovers book, I highly recommend this one.
July 24, 2024
We all know the general gist of a story centered on best friends to lovers, right? When executed well, this particular trope makes for a solid, satisfying read. Now imagine two best friends whose lives and personalities are so intertwined that it’s hard to tell where one ends and the other begins, and you’ll have a really good idea of what to expect with Beautifully Devoted.
Cam and Jagger have been in each other’s back pockets since they were little. Where you find one, you’ll likely find the other—doing things together, finishing each other’s sentences, communicating full conversations with just glances and facial expressions. They are totally open with each other, no shyness, no secrets.
I’m sure you can guess the logical progression physically once one of them becomes curious, then the other starts to echo that curiosity. And with these two, though they each think they are just satisfying their inquisitiveness about the same sex…well, they both get territorial about the other, even when it is just in their own head—but we know where that will eventually lead.
Everything between Cam and Jagger is so easy, a product of their incredibly close friendship that makes the evolution of their relationship inevitable. And while yes, the outcome may be predictable, that doesn’t make it any less satisfying as a reader. There is a very slight bit of drama with Jagger’s father, but for me it was really just a blip in their overall tale.
This type of story is a comfort read for me, and the author does a great job telling it. Beautifully Devoted was a 4.5-star read for me, and if you’re a fan of M/M romance—and in particular the friends to lovers trope—adding this one to your personal library is a no-brainer. Cam and Jagger are fantastic together, and are scorchingly hot in their physical intimacy. This book is meant for readers 18+ for adult language and sexual content.
Cam and Jagger have been in each other’s back pockets since they were little. Where you find one, you’ll likely find the other—doing things together, finishing each other’s sentences, communicating full conversations with just glances and facial expressions. They are totally open with each other, no shyness, no secrets.
I’m sure you can guess the logical progression physically once one of them becomes curious, then the other starts to echo that curiosity. And with these two, though they each think they are just satisfying their inquisitiveness about the same sex…well, they both get territorial about the other, even when it is just in their own head—but we know where that will eventually lead.
Everything between Cam and Jagger is so easy, a product of their incredibly close friendship that makes the evolution of their relationship inevitable. And while yes, the outcome may be predictable, that doesn’t make it any less satisfying as a reader. There is a very slight bit of drama with Jagger’s father, but for me it was really just a blip in their overall tale.
This type of story is a comfort read for me, and the author does a great job telling it. Beautifully Devoted was a 4.5-star read for me, and if you’re a fan of M/M romance—and in particular the friends to lovers trope—adding this one to your personal library is a no-brainer. Cam and Jagger are fantastic together, and are scorchingly hot in their physical intimacy. This book is meant for readers 18+ for adult language and sexual content.
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August 30, 2024***no rating***
Skimmed through it a little bit just looking for the juicy parts of these two childhood best friends discovering they could be so much more to each other.
Just like with book one, Cam and Jagger were super cute and hot together.
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Front Range University Series
Book 1 - Beautifully Fractured - 4.0 stars
Book 2 - Beautifully Devoted - skimmed a bit
Skimmed through it a little bit just looking for the juicy parts of these two childhood best friends discovering they could be so much more to each other.
Just like with book one, Cam and Jagger were super cute and hot together.
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Front Range University Series
Book 1 - Beautifully Fractured - 4.0 stars
Book 2 - Beautifully Devoted - skimmed a bit
December 2, 2024
Rating: 4/5 🌟
Spice: 3/5 🌶️
Characters: Cam and Jagger
These two were fun together. Codependent best friends, one knows he's bisexual and the other one has his bi-awakening. There was a bit of drama with Jagger's father that I didn't love and felt unnecessary but that's probably a me thing. I thoroughly enjoy very character focused stories, so I didn't need or necessarily want the added outside drama.
Spice: 3/5 🌶️
Characters: Cam and Jagger
These two were fun together. Codependent best friends, one knows he's bisexual and the other one has his bi-awakening. There was a bit of drama with Jagger's father that I didn't love and felt unnecessary but that's probably a me thing. I thoroughly enjoy very character focused stories, so I didn't need or necessarily want the added outside drama.
July 26, 2024
4.5☆
ᔑᑭᏆᑕᗴ: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
しᗩᑌᏀᕼᔑ: 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Ꭲᗴᗩᖇᔑ:🥲🥲
ᗰᑕᔑ: Jagger, Cameron
ᑭᝪᐯ: 1st, Dual
Ꭲᖇᝪᑭᗴᔑ: Best Friends to Lovers, Bi-awakening, Gay for You, Co-Dependency, NSFW STUDY SESSIONS
La joya que acabo de leer, no soy muy amande de la codependencia en un libro pero acá Jagger y Cameron me han dado una historia única, divertida, emotiva y muy 🌶 son realmente bobos y adorables desde el inicio te enamoras de ambos sus acciones y demás te sacaran más de una sonrisa y las escenas 🌶 son demasiado para la vida.
ᔑᑭᏆᑕᗴ: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
しᗩᑌᏀᕼᔑ: 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Ꭲᗴᗩᖇᔑ:🥲🥲
ᗰᑕᔑ: Jagger, Cameron
ᑭᝪᐯ: 1st, Dual
Ꭲᖇᝪᑭᗴᔑ: Best Friends to Lovers, Bi-awakening, Gay for You, Co-Dependency, NSFW STUDY SESSIONS
La joya que acabo de leer, no soy muy amande de la codependencia en un libro pero acá Jagger y Cameron me han dado una historia única, divertida, emotiva y muy 🌶 son realmente bobos y adorables desde el inicio te enamoras de ambos sus acciones y demás te sacaran más de una sonrisa y las escenas 🌶 son demasiado para la vida.
October 10, 2024
Cameron and Jagger have been childhood best friends since they were five years old. Doing everything and going everywhere together.
Cameron (Camelot) and Jagger (Kitkat) use nicknames for each other, but they only use them in private.
Cameron is bi-sexual but never really had the opportunity to be with a man. Jagger is straight (or so he thinks) right up until the moment he walks in on Liam and Cruz (Beautifully Fractured) in a comprising position. He then questions everything he knows about himself. Jagger turns to the one person who he can rely on and has always been there for him. Can Cameron help him explore his sexuality as a best friend or can they go further and delve into boyfriend territory?
Cameron and Jagger talk and work through all their concerns and realise they cannot live without each other. Coming to the conclusion they have been boyfriends for years without the intimacy side.
There is a snake in the grass in the form of Jaggers estranged father and he tries to cause trouble for Jagger and Cameron, by trying blackmail.
This is the second book in Michele Lenard’s Front Range University series and like Beautifully Fractured before it, this one is equally as good. The character development and description are flawless. The third book Beautifully Conflicted is released at the end of October.
Cameron (Camelot) and Jagger (Kitkat) use nicknames for each other, but they only use them in private.
Cameron is bi-sexual but never really had the opportunity to be with a man. Jagger is straight (or so he thinks) right up until the moment he walks in on Liam and Cruz (Beautifully Fractured) in a comprising position. He then questions everything he knows about himself. Jagger turns to the one person who he can rely on and has always been there for him. Can Cameron help him explore his sexuality as a best friend or can they go further and delve into boyfriend territory?
Cameron and Jagger talk and work through all their concerns and realise they cannot live without each other. Coming to the conclusion they have been boyfriends for years without the intimacy side.
There is a snake in the grass in the form of Jaggers estranged father and he tries to cause trouble for Jagger and Cameron, by trying blackmail.
This is the second book in Michele Lenard’s Front Range University series and like Beautifully Fractured before it, this one is equally as good. The character development and description are flawless. The third book Beautifully Conflicted is released at the end of October.
November 10, 2024
3.5⭐️
I liked this more than the first one because the chemistry and banter of friends to lovers is sth else.
Still super OTT, and filled with loooong loong banters between random college dudes. The solution to whole Jagger's dad situation was just not satisfactory or sensible at all.
What is the nickname obsession between these guys though? Yes, i shall admit as cringy in theory as "kitkat" nickname was, Cam was pulling it off. It was giggle inducing on my end for sure😬 But saying a nickname is one thing, can be cute, but people dont sit down and discuss things like: "i shall give you this nickname, or this oh no i dont like it, give me another nickname". And Jagger's unhealthy obsession with gay sex leading to the whole relationship was super ott and not super romantic😅 but I rolled with the riddiculusness and just enjoyed it instead.
Same as book 1,OTT but it is a fun read for sure with even better chemistry than the first one.
Story:⭐️⭐️⭐️
Characters: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chemistry:⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ending:⭐️⭐️⭐️
Angst:⭐️
Banter:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Writing quality:⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice:��🌶🌶
I liked this more than the first one because the chemistry and banter of friends to lovers is sth else.
Still super OTT, and filled with loooong loong banters between random college dudes. The solution to whole Jagger's dad situation was just not satisfactory or sensible at all.
What is the nickname obsession between these guys though? Yes, i shall admit as cringy in theory as "kitkat" nickname was, Cam was pulling it off. It was giggle inducing on my end for sure😬 But saying a nickname is one thing, can be cute, but people dont sit down and discuss things like: "i shall give you this nickname, or this oh no i dont like it, give me another nickname". And Jagger's unhealthy obsession with gay sex leading to the whole relationship was super ott and not super romantic😅 but I rolled with the riddiculusness and just enjoyed it instead.
Same as book 1,OTT but it is a fun read for sure with even better chemistry than the first one.
Story:⭐️⭐️⭐️
Characters: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chemistry:⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ending:⭐️⭐️⭐️
Angst:⭐️
Banter:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Writing quality:⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice:��🌶🌶
August 8, 2024
A Joyfully Jay review.
4 stars
Beautifully Devoted follows Beautifully Fractured and is the second book in the Front Range University series. Jagger and Cam are roommates with Liam and Cruz from the first book, but if you wanted to start here you could. This book hits the friends-to-lovers trope well, as Cam and Jagger are the closest of friends. So close that people suspect they are together or that Cam is in love with Jagger, but while their relationship pushes the boundaries of friendship, there has never been anything romantic between them.
In some ways, the guys have had years of foreplay, and in other ways, they are careful with their relationship because it is the most important thing in life to both of them.
Read Michelle's review in its entirety here.
4 stars
Beautifully Devoted follows Beautifully Fractured and is the second book in the Front Range University series. Jagger and Cam are roommates with Liam and Cruz from the first book, but if you wanted to start here you could. This book hits the friends-to-lovers trope well, as Cam and Jagger are the closest of friends. So close that people suspect they are together or that Cam is in love with Jagger, but while their relationship pushes the boundaries of friendship, there has never been anything romantic between them.
In some ways, the guys have had years of foreplay, and in other ways, they are careful with their relationship because it is the most important thing in life to both of them.
Read Michelle's review in its entirety here.
September 8, 2024
Fun book that needs another edit
This book was enjoyable, as was the first. I enjoyed the progression of Jagger and Cam’s relationship from close friends to more, and I loved how supportive they were of each other. It set up the next book nicely, too!
However, the missing or outright wrong words (ginning instead of grinning, taught instead of taut, phase instead of faze were just a few examples) distracted me more this time than last. I still think it’s worth a read, but it would greatly benefit from another proofread or edit.
This book was enjoyable, as was the first. I enjoyed the progression of Jagger and Cam’s relationship from close friends to more, and I loved how supportive they were of each other. It set up the next book nicely, too!
However, the missing or outright wrong words (ginning instead of grinning, taught instead of taut, phase instead of faze were just a few examples) distracted me more this time than last. I still think it’s worth a read, but it would greatly benefit from another proofread or edit.
July 22, 2024
Review by: Jennifer
(5 Stars)
This is the second of the series and I'm going to say now, that as much as I loved the hockey series, the FRU series is fast becoming my number one. The whole friends to lovers aspect, the journey of discovery that Cam and Jagger embark upon is filled with loads of laughs, but also loads of steamy bits that have you fanning yourself. I can't wait to see what happens next and give this installment 5 stars.
(5 Stars)
This is the second of the series and I'm going to say now, that as much as I loved the hockey series, the FRU series is fast becoming my number one. The whole friends to lovers aspect, the journey of discovery that Cam and Jagger embark upon is filled with loads of laughs, but also loads of steamy bits that have you fanning yourself. I can't wait to see what happens next and give this installment 5 stars.
August 10, 2024
3,5 Stars ⭐️
October 31, 2024
2.5⭐️
I just feel like we don’t need to bring up his dad so many times during boning seshes
I just feel like we don’t need to bring up his dad so many times during boning seshes
November 2, 2024
DNF @ 28%
In extremely sharp contrast to the previous book, Jagger and Cam are absolutely shit at communicating which is hilarious give how close they're supposed to be. Cruz and Liam were strangers turned roommates and they somehow managed to be open about their thoughts and get on the same page (even if they were both deluding themselves into thinking that they were just being friendly with the handjobs)
Nearly 30% of the way in, and there's still not significant development with Jagger and Cam. Jagger's still confused about whether he's into dudes which really doesn't make sense since he's clearly curious and gay porn exists so he could just watch something (I know he says that it feels wrong to do that, but that's such a weak excuse). Cam still thinking that Jagger is pushing him to explore his sexuality. Rinse repeat until you read a third of the book where nothing of value happens to advance the relationship.
I felt like I wanted to bang my head against the wall with how oblivious Jagger was about his attraction. I get not understanding and being unsure, but we got like 3-4 scenes of straight up arousal and he still hadn't made any progress.
I've only just gotten to the point where they talk about their feelings, but now it's too melodramatic.
Where the hell does Jagger get off telling Cam he "left" when all Cam was doing was trying to explore his sexuality? Doesn't Cam have a right to a life outside of Jagger? They joke about co-dependence, but their relationship is seriously close to being toxic if neither of them can actually function without the other.
And what's this about "you know I'll pull all the strings to have you with me as a rookie." shit Jagger was spouting when Cam was telling him about how they would eventually need to separate? Wasn't that the whole thing about Jagger? How he absolutely hated having people treat him differently and having them do favors for him? He actively goes out of his way to avoid/get away from people who do things for him because he's scared he'll become his dad. Wouldn't pulling strings to get what Cam hired as a rookie with him doing exactly that?
Plus, there was just way too much internal dialogue here. Cam wondering if Jagger was pushing him away, Jagger wondering if he was interested in guys + if Cam was with Aiden. So much of their chapters were dedicated to questioning themselves (Jagger more so that Cam, but still)
TL;DR Slow, repetitive, and annoying because the MC's don't talk. And when they do talk, it's too emotional, too fast. Too much internal dialogue, not enough showing.
In extremely sharp contrast to the previous book, Jagger and Cam are absolutely shit at communicating which is hilarious give how close they're supposed to be. Cruz and Liam were strangers turned roommates and they somehow managed to be open about their thoughts and get on the same page (even if they were both deluding themselves into thinking that they were just being friendly with the handjobs)
Nearly 30% of the way in, and there's still not significant development with Jagger and Cam. Jagger's still confused about whether he's into dudes which really doesn't make sense since he's clearly curious and gay porn exists so he could just watch something (I know he says that it feels wrong to do that, but that's such a weak excuse). Cam still thinking that Jagger is pushing him to explore his sexuality. Rinse repeat until you read a third of the book where nothing of value happens to advance the relationship.
I felt like I wanted to bang my head against the wall with how oblivious Jagger was about his attraction. I get not understanding and being unsure, but we got like 3-4 scenes of straight up arousal and he still hadn't made any progress.
I've only just gotten to the point where they talk about their feelings, but now it's too melodramatic.
Where the hell does Jagger get off telling Cam he "left" when all Cam was doing was trying to explore his sexuality? Doesn't Cam have a right to a life outside of Jagger? They joke about co-dependence, but their relationship is seriously close to being toxic if neither of them can actually function without the other.
And what's this about "you know I'll pull all the strings to have you with me as a rookie." shit Jagger was spouting when Cam was telling him about how they would eventually need to separate? Wasn't that the whole thing about Jagger? How he absolutely hated having people treat him differently and having them do favors for him? He actively goes out of his way to avoid/get away from people who do things for him because he's scared he'll become his dad. Wouldn't pulling strings to get what Cam hired as a rookie with him doing exactly that?
Plus, there was just way too much internal dialogue here. Cam wondering if Jagger was pushing him away, Jagger wondering if he was interested in guys + if Cam was with Aiden. So much of their chapters were dedicated to questioning themselves (Jagger more so that Cam, but still)
TL;DR Slow, repetitive, and annoying because the MC's don't talk. And when they do talk, it's too emotional, too fast. Too much internal dialogue, not enough showing.
July 4, 2024
'As soon as our lips made contact, I knew I’d opened the door to falling in love with my best friend.'
Cam and Jagger... I am hopelessly, beautifully devoted to these guys!
Michele Lenard's latest release, Beautifully Devoted, book 2 in the Front Range University series, is the perfect blend of humour, heat, fantastic characters, and an absolutely beautiful best friends-to-lovers romance.
Cameron and Jagger have been best friends for most of their lives. They are always there for each other, and do everything together.
But when Jagger gets more than he bargained for upon entering his roommate's room - book 1's Liam and Cruz - in what is a hilarious and sexy scene (I loved catching up with those boys!) He suddenly realises that he just *might* be interested in, ahem, the male appendage.
'Something happened—has been happening ever since I walked in on Cruz and Liam—and that something seems to intensify when I’m around Cam.'
'I guess if I want to know whether I like dicks I may as well touch one instead of just looking at it like a zoo animal.'
And during his bi-awakening, he discovers his best friend is bisexual... which leads to the pair eventually hooking up.
These two have always had a deep connection and love, and as their feelings deepen and their relationship grows, it leads to the most beautiful HEA.
I love both of these guys so much. Camelot and Kitcat are just perfect for each other. The way they always had each other's backs was so lovely. Jagger with his affirmations for Cam when he doesn't believe in himself and his low self-esteem comes out, and likewise when Jagger faces a blast from the past that threatens him, Cam puts himself in front of his man to protect him.
If you haven't started this series yet, I highly recommend it. It's funny, sweet, sexy and these guys will stay with you long after you finish. I can't wait for more from this series!
“You want to be my boyfriend, Kitcat?” His beautiful emerald eyes peer up at me from under his thick lashes. “I think I have been for years, I just didn’t know it until you kissed me.”
Cam and Jagger... I am hopelessly, beautifully devoted to these guys!
Michele Lenard's latest release, Beautifully Devoted, book 2 in the Front Range University series, is the perfect blend of humour, heat, fantastic characters, and an absolutely beautiful best friends-to-lovers romance.
Cameron and Jagger have been best friends for most of their lives. They are always there for each other, and do everything together.
But when Jagger gets more than he bargained for upon entering his roommate's room - book 1's Liam and Cruz - in what is a hilarious and sexy scene (I loved catching up with those boys!) He suddenly realises that he just *might* be interested in, ahem, the male appendage.
'Something happened—has been happening ever since I walked in on Cruz and Liam—and that something seems to intensify when I’m around Cam.'
'I guess if I want to know whether I like dicks I may as well touch one instead of just looking at it like a zoo animal.'
And during his bi-awakening, he discovers his best friend is bisexual... which leads to the pair eventually hooking up.
These two have always had a deep connection and love, and as their feelings deepen and their relationship grows, it leads to the most beautiful HEA.
I love both of these guys so much. Camelot and Kitcat are just perfect for each other. The way they always had each other's backs was so lovely. Jagger with his affirmations for Cam when he doesn't believe in himself and his low self-esteem comes out, and likewise when Jagger faces a blast from the past that threatens him, Cam puts himself in front of his man to protect him.
If you haven't started this series yet, I highly recommend it. It's funny, sweet, sexy and these guys will stay with you long after you finish. I can't wait for more from this series!
“You want to be my boyfriend, Kitcat?” His beautiful emerald eyes peer up at me from under his thick lashes. “I think I have been for years, I just didn’t know it until you kissed me.”
July 26, 2024
˗ˏˋ ꒰ 𝟒/𝟓 ★ ꒱ ˎˊ˗
'beautifully devoted' really describes these MCs' relationship immaculately👬✨ Cam & Jagger were the kind of codependent besties who were basically in a relationship without them realizing..🤭
silly goofy Jagger & his protective "knight in shining armor" Cam were the sweetest, i loved their dynamic, how fun & silly they were with each other but at the same time they were always there for each other in every way the other needed✨🛡️ they also felt like real bffs, it was palpable their connection ran deep, they also held silent convos which were so real(?!!!) & their nicknames for one another (Kitcat & Camelot) were the best too💞
when things started to get heated between them it was super hot & fun(🤭), like fr all the spicy scenes were hot but also sensual, which made me melt🫠 in fact it was dangerously hot in this current heatwave lol 🔥🔥🔥
i liked the side characters as well & all their shenanigans, there seems so be some promising characters getting their own book(s) in the future👀🤞 & i'm also now intrigued about the couple from the previous book..👀
【 જ⁀➴ 𝚒 𝚊𝚙𝚙𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚒𝚊𝚝𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚊𝚛𝚌 𝚒 𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚎𝚒𝚟𝚎𝚍 𝚏𝚛𝚘𝚖 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚊𝚞𝚝𝚑𝚘𝚛'𝚜 𝚙𝚊, 𝙽𝚊𝚣𝚊𝚛𝚎𝚊 𝚊𝚝 𝙸𝚗𝚔𝚜𝚕𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚎𝚛.ᐟ 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚜𝚎 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚖𝚢 𝚘𝚠𝚗, 𝚐𝚎𝚗𝚞𝚒𝚗𝚎 (𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚌𝚑𝚊𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚌) 𝚝𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚜 ⊹˙✧ 】
➥ ᴍᴍ ❴ʙɪ × ɢғʏ/sᴇxᴜᴀʟ-ᴀᴡᴀᴋᴇɴɪɴɢ❵
➥ ғɪʀsᴛ-ᴘᴇʀsᴏɴ, ᴅᴜᴀʟ ᴘᴏᴠ
ᰔ (ᴄʜɪʟᴅʜᴏᴏᴅ) ʙᴇsᴛɪᴇs ᴛᴏ ʟᴏᴠᴇʀs
ᰔ ᴄᴏᴅᴇᴘᴇɴᴅᴇɴᴄʏ
ᰔ ʜᴜʀᴛ/ᴄᴏᴍғᴏʀᴛ
ᰔ ᴜɴɪ sᴇᴛᴛɪɴɢ
ᰔ ᴊ/ᴘ
ᰔ sᴘᴏʀᴛsʏ ᴍᴄs (ғᴏᴏᴛʙᴀʟʟ ᴛᴇᴀᴍᴍᴀᴛᴇs)
ᰔ ʟᴀᴘ sɪᴛᴛɪɴɢ
ᰔ ғɪʀsᴛ ᴛɪᴍᴇs, ᴅᴏᴄᴋɪɴɢ, ғʀᴏᴛᴛɪɴɢ, ᴄᴏᴍɪɴɢ ʜᴀɴᴅs-ғʀᴇᴇ, ᴍᴀɴʜᴀɴᴅʟɪɴɢ
ᰔ sᴛᴀɴᴅᴀʟᴏɴᴇ ɪɴ ᴀ sᴇʀɪᴇs
➽ ᴛᴡ: ᴀʙᴀɴᴅᴏɴᴍᴇɴᴛ ɪssᴜᴇs, ᴅᴀᴅᴅʏ ɪssᴜᴇs, ʀᴇғᴇʀᴇɴᴄᴇs ᴛᴏ sʜɪᴛᴛʏ ᴅᴀᴅs, ᴘᴀɴɪᴄ ᴀᴛᴛᴀᴄᴋ, ʙʟᴀᴄᴋᴍᴀɪʟ, ʜᴏᴍᴏᴘʜᴏʙɪᴀ
'beautifully devoted' really describes these MCs' relationship immaculately👬✨ Cam & Jagger were the kind of codependent besties who were basically in a relationship without them realizing..🤭
silly goofy Jagger & his protective "knight in shining armor" Cam were the sweetest, i loved their dynamic, how fun & silly they were with each other but at the same time they were always there for each other in every way the other needed✨🛡️ they also felt like real bffs, it was palpable their connection ran deep, they also held silent convos which were so real(?!!!) & their nicknames for one another (Kitcat & Camelot) were the best too💞
❝ 𝑭𝒖𝒄𝒌, 𝑰 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒍𝒂𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒅 𝒎𝒚 𝒃𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒇𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒅’𝒔 𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒌 𝒂𝒔 𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒆. 𝑾𝒆𝒍𝒍, 𝒊𝒕 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔 𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂 𝒇𝒆𝒆𝒍 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒃𝒆 𝒂 𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒏 𝒐𝒓 𝒂 𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒊𝒓 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒌 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒐𝒄𝒄𝒂𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏. 𝑺𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒃𝒆𝒚𝒐𝒏𝒅 𝒎𝒚 𝒄𝒐𝒄𝒌’𝒔 𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒈𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒂 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏. ❞
when things started to get heated between them it was super hot & fun(🤭), like fr all the spicy scenes were hot but also sensual, which made me melt🫠 in fact it was dangerously hot in this current heatwave lol 🔥🔥🔥
i liked the side characters as well & all their shenanigans, there seems so be some promising characters getting their own book(s) in the future👀🤞 & i'm also now intrigued about the couple from the previous book..👀
【 જ⁀➴ 𝚒 𝚊𝚙𝚙𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚒𝚊𝚝𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚊𝚛𝚌 𝚒 𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚎𝚒𝚟𝚎𝚍 𝚏𝚛𝚘𝚖 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚊𝚞𝚝𝚑𝚘𝚛'𝚜 𝚙𝚊, 𝙽𝚊𝚣𝚊𝚛𝚎𝚊 𝚊𝚝 𝙸𝚗𝚔𝚜𝚕𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚎𝚛.ᐟ 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚜𝚎 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚖𝚢 𝚘𝚠𝚗, 𝚐𝚎𝚗𝚞𝚒𝚗𝚎 (𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚌𝚑𝚊𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚌) 𝚝𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚜 ⊹˙✧ 】
➥ ᴍᴍ ❴ʙɪ × ɢғʏ/sᴇxᴜᴀʟ-ᴀᴡᴀᴋᴇɴɪɴɢ❵
➥ ғɪʀsᴛ-ᴘᴇʀsᴏɴ, ᴅᴜᴀʟ ᴘᴏᴠ
ᰔ (ᴄʜɪʟᴅʜᴏᴏᴅ) ʙᴇsᴛɪᴇs ᴛᴏ ʟᴏᴠᴇʀs
ᰔ ᴄᴏᴅᴇᴘᴇɴᴅᴇɴᴄʏ
ᰔ ʜᴜʀᴛ/ᴄᴏᴍғᴏʀᴛ
ᰔ ᴜɴɪ sᴇᴛᴛɪɴɢ
ᰔ ᴊ/ᴘ
ᰔ sᴘᴏʀᴛsʏ ᴍᴄs (ғᴏᴏᴛʙᴀʟʟ ᴛᴇᴀᴍᴍᴀᴛᴇs)
ᰔ ʟᴀᴘ sɪᴛᴛɪɴɢ
ᰔ ғɪʀsᴛ ᴛɪᴍᴇs, ᴅᴏᴄᴋɪɴɢ, ғʀᴏᴛᴛɪɴɢ, ᴄᴏᴍɪɴɢ ʜᴀɴᴅs-ғʀᴇᴇ, ᴍᴀɴʜᴀɴᴅʟɪɴɢ
ᰔ sᴛᴀɴᴅᴀʟᴏɴᴇ ɪɴ ᴀ sᴇʀɪᴇs
➽ ᴛᴡ: ᴀʙᴀɴᴅᴏɴᴍᴇɴᴛ ɪssᴜᴇs, ᴅᴀᴅᴅʏ ɪssᴜᴇs, ʀᴇғᴇʀᴇɴᴄᴇs ᴛᴏ sʜɪᴛᴛʏ ᴅᴀᴅs, ᴘᴀɴɪᴄ ᴀᴛᴛᴀᴄᴋ, ʙʟᴀᴄᴋᴍᴀɪʟ, ʜᴏᴍᴏᴘʜᴏʙɪᴀ
July 24, 2024
Beautifully Devoted; Front Range University Book 2 ) Tropes 🩵M/M Romance 🩵Best Friends to lovers 🩵BI Awakening 🩵Hurt / comfort 🩵All the feels . After reading Beautifully Fractured Liam and Cruz’s journey I actually thought to myself nothing could be better than this !!!! Well I was wrong just so so wrong because Cam and Jaggers story is finally here and omg it truly was perfection just absolute perfection. A emotional rollercoaster that hooks you from the very first page , plays on all your emotions in ways you won’t even see coming and does not let go . The connection , the bond and the friendship that these two share was such a beautiful thing . They’ve been there for one another through the good times , the bad times and everything in between they’ve known each other pretty much all their lives - since they were children . And now both are football players at Front Range University. One moment changes everything between them and brings up feelings that are anything but friendly. What does their future hold ? Can friendship lead to love and a happily ever after ? The angst , the humor , the witty banter, the drama , the secrets , the steamy , the heartbreaking and heartwarming moments, the love , the passion, the family and friendships. I honestly cannot remember that last time. I smiled , laughed and cried as much as I did while reading what was one of the most beautifully written and emotionally charged love stories I’ve read all summer . And yes I rooted so freaking hard from start to finish. I cannot really put into words what it was but the moment I met both Jagger and Cameron I just felt such a strong pull to both like a moth to a flame and before I knew it I was falling hook line and sinker in love . Beautifully Devoted is a must read and quite simply chefs kiss 💋
July 22, 2024
This was such a cute read. I love both our baby gays. Cam and Jagger are best friends, they have seen it all together and nothing will ever get between them and their friendship. They are close, closer than most best friends. They aren’t afraid to show their affection towards each other. When Jagger walks in on a situation that captivates him, he starts to wonder if he might want to give guys a shot. Of course he voices this to his bestie, who apparently is bi, but never told him. Jagger is a bit hurt that Cam never told him, but they get passed that quickly. With their curiosity out in the open, the need to experience starts to grow.
Jagger’s approach right after he walks in on his roommates is epic. I loved it, so blatant and to the point. Crazy but so him and Cam. They are so natural together, growing in it and being respectful to their friendship before everything else.
Their first kiss is adorable, they just couldn’t get enough, and it launched all the feelings right into the open.
Jagger is a very self-conscious character, his neglectful dad made sure to leave a stamp on him. And he tries so hard to not end up the same way, my heart broke a little for him. But Cam is his rock who will always make sure he knows that he might look like him, he is nothing like him. It’s that balance in their dynamic that made me love them as characters.
Their house still has single characters left, and I feel enemies-to-lovers coming! Please let me be right. I can’t wait to read what’s next in this world.
I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Jagger’s approach right after he walks in on his roommates is epic. I loved it, so blatant and to the point. Crazy but so him and Cam. They are so natural together, growing in it and being respectful to their friendship before everything else.
Their first kiss is adorable, they just couldn’t get enough, and it launched all the feelings right into the open.
Jagger is a very self-conscious character, his neglectful dad made sure to leave a stamp on him. And he tries so hard to not end up the same way, my heart broke a little for him. But Cam is his rock who will always make sure he knows that he might look like him, he is nothing like him. It’s that balance in their dynamic that made me love them as characters.
Their house still has single characters left, and I feel enemies-to-lovers coming! Please let me be right. I can’t wait to read what’s next in this world.
I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
July 24, 2024
Accidentally walking in on his roommates apparently was the wake up called Jagger needed to realize that he may be into guys. But then learning that his best friend since he was a kid has known he was bi for years and never said anything? Well, that’s another push that Jagger needed to realize that he may have feelings for his best friend, Cam. Cam and Jagger are inseparable. You will always find one with the other. Honestly, the way they are it is more of a surprise that they aren’t together. The moment Cam realized he was bi was the moment he knew that he had to be careful around Jagger because he knew that he had the potential to fall in love with his best friend. And what if that ruined everything? No. It was not something he wanted to risk. But Jagger admitting that he has been wondering lately what it is like to be with a guy? Cam can’t help the walls inside him slowly breaking, especially when Jagger looks to him. It’s inevitable that these two will reach for one another. But how long will it take for them to admit that the feelings they have go beyond best friends? To take a leap of faith and bring their friendship to the next level? I adored these two. So sweet and just clearly devoted to one another. They were always meant to be. It was just a matter of time and when they were ready to see exactly who they are to one another. I’m really loving this series and the all the characters! I am especially excited for the next book after that end of the book hint. I have a feeling we are going to get a great story there. Can’t wait for more!
July 23, 2024
❤️ 𝙱𝚎𝚊𝚞𝚝𝚒𝚏𝚞𝚕𝚕𝚢 𝙳𝚎𝚟𝚘𝚝𝚎𝚍 ❤️
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After Jagger walked in on his roommates he had a curiosity that led him down a rabbit hole that he couldn't seem to get out of. With the help of his best friend Cam, he began to explore.
These two were so stinking cute!!! The connection and bond these two had was so strong that nothing and no one could come between them. The way they spoke telepathically and with their eyebrows shows just how connected they were. They are each others comfort and really everything about their relationship was beautiful.
The nicknames they had for each other was so adorable, KitCat and Camelot. Cam hated it for so long but once he knew the true meaning behind it he loved it and couldn't get enough of hearing it.
𝙰𝚜 𝚜𝚘𝚘𝚗 𝚊𝚜 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚕𝚒𝚙𝚜 𝚖𝚊𝚍𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚊𝚌𝚝, 𝙸 𝚔𝚗𝚎𝚠 𝙸’𝚍 𝚘𝚙𝚎𝚗𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚍𝚘𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚘 𝚏𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚒𝚗 𝚕𝚘𝚟𝚎 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚖𝚢 𝚋𝚎𝚜𝚝 𝚏𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚗𝚍.
𝕋𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖𝕤 / 𝕎𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕥𝕠 𝔼𝕩𝕡𝕖𝕔𝕥
❤️ MM Romance
❤️ Sports Romance
❤️ Best Friends to Lovers
❤️ Bi-Awakening
❤️ Forced Proximity
❤️ Hurt/Comfort
❤️ Co-Dependency
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4.5/5 ⭐️
1.5/5 🌶️
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After Jagger walked in on his roommates he had a curiosity that led him down a rabbit hole that he couldn't seem to get out of. With the help of his best friend Cam, he began to explore.
These two were so stinking cute!!! The connection and bond these two had was so strong that nothing and no one could come between them. The way they spoke telepathically and with their eyebrows shows just how connected they were. They are each others comfort and really everything about their relationship was beautiful.
The nicknames they had for each other was so adorable, KitCat and Camelot. Cam hated it for so long but once he knew the true meaning behind it he loved it and couldn't get enough of hearing it.
𝙰𝚜 𝚜𝚘𝚘𝚗 𝚊𝚜 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚕𝚒𝚙𝚜 𝚖𝚊𝚍𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚊𝚌𝚝, 𝙸 𝚔𝚗𝚎𝚠 𝙸’𝚍 𝚘𝚙𝚎𝚗𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚍𝚘𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚘 𝚏𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚒𝚗 𝚕𝚘𝚟𝚎 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚖𝚢 𝚋𝚎𝚜𝚝 𝚏𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚗𝚍.
𝕋𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖𝕤 / 𝕎𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕥𝕠 𝔼𝕩𝕡𝕖𝕔𝕥
❤️ MM Romance
❤️ Sports Romance
❤️ Best Friends to Lovers
❤️ Bi-Awakening
❤️ Forced Proximity
❤️ Hurt/Comfort
❤️ Co-Dependency
🏷️
#BeautifullyDevoted #MicheleLenard #MMRomance #NewRelease #CollegeRomance #SportsRomance #FrontRangeUniversity #LGBTQRomance #BestFriendsToLovers #biawakening #biawakeningromance #candikaneprpromo @candikanepr #instagood #booktropes #bookaesthetic #bookaesthetics #bookstagrammer #bookboyfriendsdoitbetter #momswhoread #spicyromance #bibliophile #bookporn #bookstagram #spicycontent #bookreview #booklovers
July 30, 2024
4.5 Stars!
I haven't read the first installment in the series, but I had no trouble following along. I'd likely go back and read it sometime, although with my insane schedule who knows when that'll be.
Cam is bi, although he's never explored his attraction to guys before. Jagger is straight, or so he thinks until he catches his housemates going at it and it opens his eyes to other possibilities. Cam and Jagger have been best friends since they were very little, and have gone through a lot together. Actually, they're fairly co-dependent on each other, but it works for them. When they start exploring with each other, their chemistry is explosive and their attraction to one another takes them by surprise—at least in Jagger's case, Cam kind of knew there was a chance to fall for Jagger if he allowed it.
I loved this best friends-to-lovers, bi-awakening story! Cam was so protective of Jagger, especially in regards to his poor excuse for a father, and I adored seeing them give in to their attraction and see them gradually see what had been in front of them the whole time. I loved their friends, and although I would've been very happy with never meeting Jagger's father, he did serve a purpose, so there's that. I really enjoyed the book, so I have no trouble recommending it!
*** Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure, a review wasn't a requirement. ***
I haven't read the first installment in the series, but I had no trouble following along. I'd likely go back and read it sometime, although with my insane schedule who knows when that'll be.
Cam is bi, although he's never explored his attraction to guys before. Jagger is straight, or so he thinks until he catches his housemates going at it and it opens his eyes to other possibilities. Cam and Jagger have been best friends since they were very little, and have gone through a lot together. Actually, they're fairly co-dependent on each other, but it works for them. When they start exploring with each other, their chemistry is explosive and their attraction to one another takes them by surprise—at least in Jagger's case, Cam kind of knew there was a chance to fall for Jagger if he allowed it.
I loved this best friends-to-lovers, bi-awakening story! Cam was so protective of Jagger, especially in regards to his poor excuse for a father, and I adored seeing them give in to their attraction and see them gradually see what had been in front of them the whole time. I loved their friends, and although I would've been very happy with never meeting Jagger's father, he did serve a purpose, so there's that. I really enjoyed the book, so I have no trouble recommending it!
*** Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure, a review wasn't a requirement. ***
September 28, 2024
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I use the nickname I gave him back in preschool, when I thought he said his name was Jaguar and I couldn’t pronounce that, so I improvised. He wouldn’t let me call him Kitty Cat, but Kitcat stuck.
It’s only when I feel Cam’s muffled response on the place where my neck meets my collarbone that it registers he’s biting me, most likely to stave off his own release. Or a scream.💙
“You want to be my boyfriend, Kitcat?” His beautiful emerald eyes peer up at me from under his thick lashes. “I think I have been for years, I just didn’t know it until you kissed me.”
💙BFFs since toddlerhood
💙Entire silent conversations
💙Zero angst/zero miscommunication/no freak outs
💙Cutest meaningful nicknames
💙Hottest sex
💙Inseparable
💙I am absolutely obsessed with Cameron & Jagger. If you're not in the mood for low-angst steamy BFFs2Lovers then this isn't for you. But if you want to read about two besties who have absolutely no problem showing affection, before & after getting together, then you're going to love this💙
July 14, 2024
3.9 stars
ARC
I loved the first book, but this one fell flat. This book was supposed to be about best friends Jagger and Cam, but in almost every chapter there’s multiple dialogue with teammates and Liam and Cruz. I wanted to read Jagger and Cam’s story. More of their storyline. The dialogue between everyone else was pointless. I’m not opposed to have conversations with side characters, but it was a bit of an overkill in most of the chapters. Being that this book was only close to 300 pages, there shouldn’t have been 100+ of those pages filled with side characters. Instead, there should have been more of getting into the main characters' stories. Of moments between the main characters to feel the chemistry between them. I felt the best friends portion, but I didn’t get “I’m in love with my best friend” vibes. I didn’t feel any romantic connections or chemistry between them. There was far too much internal monologue going on as well. I really wanted to love them book, but unfortunately this wasn’t what I was expecting.
ARC
I loved the first book, but this one fell flat. This book was supposed to be about best friends Jagger and Cam, but in almost every chapter there’s multiple dialogue with teammates and Liam and Cruz. I wanted to read Jagger and Cam’s story. More of their storyline. The dialogue between everyone else was pointless. I’m not opposed to have conversations with side characters, but it was a bit of an overkill in most of the chapters. Being that this book was only close to 300 pages, there shouldn’t have been 100+ of those pages filled with side characters. Instead, there should have been more of getting into the main characters' stories. Of moments between the main characters to feel the chemistry between them. I felt the best friends portion, but I didn’t get “I’m in love with my best friend” vibes. I didn’t feel any romantic connections or chemistry between them. There was far too much internal monologue going on as well. I really wanted to love them book, but unfortunately this wasn’t what I was expecting.
July 20, 2024
These books and these boys are just so swoon worthy. This is book two in the series and I loved it. This series (so far) is low angst, naturally organic relationships and true love. They are a breath of fresh air.
Jagger and Cameron have been best friends and each other's other halves since they were little boys. Their friendship was so magnificent that they were crossing boundaries that they didn't realize they were crossing from day one. Heading to college and playing football put them with a great group of friends, and they banter, talk, accept and play around all the time.
Jagger has an awakening when he accidentally sees Cruz and Liam in a compromising position and wonders if he may not be 100% straight. He figures the only person to explore with would be the one guy he trusts exclusively. Cameron shares a secret with Jagger at the same time. They can't resist the chance.
The boys begin experimenting and quickly realize that they are it. "You want to be my boyfriend, Kitcat?" His beautiful emerald eyes peer up at me from under his thick lashes. " I think I have been for years, I just didn't know it until you kissed me."
There is some family drama and girl drama and future insecurities. But love conquers all. These boys are just the best. You also get fun interactions with Liam and Cruz, Bennett, Aiden and a set up for book three. I love these books.
Story: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 5/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Banter: 5/5 😂😂😂😂😂
Jagger and Cameron have been best friends and each other's other halves since they were little boys. Their friendship was so magnificent that they were crossing boundaries that they didn't realize they were crossing from day one. Heading to college and playing football put them with a great group of friends, and they banter, talk, accept and play around all the time.
Jagger has an awakening when he accidentally sees Cruz and Liam in a compromising position and wonders if he may not be 100% straight. He figures the only person to explore with would be the one guy he trusts exclusively. Cameron shares a secret with Jagger at the same time. They can't resist the chance.
The boys begin experimenting and quickly realize that they are it. "You want to be my boyfriend, Kitcat?" His beautiful emerald eyes peer up at me from under his thick lashes. " I think I have been for years, I just didn't know it until you kissed me."
There is some family drama and girl drama and future insecurities. But love conquers all. These boys are just the best. You also get fun interactions with Liam and Cruz, Bennett, Aiden and a set up for book three. I love these books.
Story: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 5/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Banter: 5/5 😂😂😂😂😂
July 24, 2024
I enjoyed every page of this book. From the start you fall in love with the characters and can't help wanting them to be together. Cam and Jagger have been incredibly close since they were children, Cam has been the one person Jagger can depend on and gives him the stability and security he has needed since his father left. Watching these two evolve into something beautiful was fantastically written and gives you so much joy as you read. Jagger has that Bi-awakening moment, and he becomes abundantly curious, so when he finds out his best friend has been Bi for years without telling him things between them start to get extremely hot that it melts the pages. These two are the perfect match as they are so Insync with each other, give each other the support and build each other up when its needed. One of my favorite things was their nicknames for each other could it get any better and they had a wonderful HEA that makes your heart melt. I was given this book as an ARC for my honest review.
August 11, 2024
I received an ARC of this book, my second of this series and author, and I adored it, just like the first one! I’m a sucker for a MM romance, especially high heat, but Lenard sure knows how to add an emotional punch to her books. There is bi-curiosity and awakening, exploration, emotional baggage and trauma from the MMCs past, and a huge level of support and bonding on all levels of the relationship. I enjoy the banter, the nicknames, the new roommate situation, the element of sports, and also seeing glimpses (and a staring role in the trajectory of Cam and Jagger’s story) of our MMCs from book 1, Cruz and Liam, as well as from Bennett and Aiden.
The friendship and level of comfortably, trust, love, and devotion shared by Jagger (KitKat) and Cam (Camelot) is so adorable and meaningful and seeing how that translates to curiosity, exploration, romance, and love, was a story I couldn’t stop reading! I loved their nicknames, teasing, and friendship history, as well as their twin like telepathy. These two were clearly meant to be and tied together in their souls.
I love this series and it’s so much more than just smut. Can’t wait for the next one—hope it’ll be who/what I think it is!!
The friendship and level of comfortably, trust, love, and devotion shared by Jagger (KitKat) and Cam (Camelot) is so adorable and meaningful and seeing how that translates to curiosity, exploration, romance, and love, was a story I couldn’t stop reading! I loved their nicknames, teasing, and friendship history, as well as their twin like telepathy. These two were clearly meant to be and tied together in their souls.
I love this series and it’s so much more than just smut. Can’t wait for the next one—hope it’ll be who/what I think it is!!
August 23, 2024
story of Cameron and Jagger
This is a best friends to more college sports romance, featuring Cameron and Jagger, and is the second book in the Front Range University series. I give it a 4.5 but this won’t let me pick half points.
Cam and Jagger have been friends forever. They are co-dependent and have no boundaries and are beautifully mixed up in each others lives.
This book is adorable and full of these two best friends discovering that their super close friendship has more to it. It’s an easy read, it’s funny, it’s a little bit spicy, it’s heartfelt and there is good communication between them both while they explore what it’s like to be with each other.
I really enjoyed reading this and would recommend this series. Cant wait to see who is next in the series. Fingers crossed it’s Bennett.
Things to expect in this MM romance are:
College Romance
Best friends to more
Football teammates
Co-dependent BFFs
Cute nicknames
Bi awakening
Hurt / comfort
Forgetting to knock
Exploration
Spicy times
All in
HEA
This is a best friends to more college sports romance, featuring Cameron and Jagger, and is the second book in the Front Range University series. I give it a 4.5 but this won’t let me pick half points.
Cam and Jagger have been friends forever. They are co-dependent and have no boundaries and are beautifully mixed up in each others lives.
This book is adorable and full of these two best friends discovering that their super close friendship has more to it. It’s an easy read, it’s funny, it’s a little bit spicy, it’s heartfelt and there is good communication between them both while they explore what it’s like to be with each other.
I really enjoyed reading this and would recommend this series. Cant wait to see who is next in the series. Fingers crossed it’s Bennett.
Things to expect in this MM romance are:
College Romance
Best friends to more
Football teammates
Co-dependent BFFs
Cute nicknames
Bi awakening
Hurt / comfort
Forgetting to knock
Exploration
Spicy times
All in
HEA
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