Santino Hassell writes dirty sex better than just about anyone out there. From page one to the very last word, these two sizzle and blaze like nothing I’ve ever read. The chemistry between these two is scorching. Both men come from highly dysfunctional families, leading to Caleb’s almost crippling insecurities-especially in all things sexual-and Oli’s practically snarling cavalier views on relationships and his blatant and overwhelming sex positive outlook. Admittedly, Caleb was harder to like than the effervescent Oli and his in your face, love me or hate me attitude, but love them both I did. In total Hassell style, First and First is raw, gritty, and so real that Caleb and Oli practically leap off the pages. Santino Hassell has outdone himself with the story of Caleb Stone and Oliver “Oli” Buckley, two thirty something Upper East Side New Yorker’s who are struggling with finding themselves. If you are looking for a hot, often dirty, totally enthralling and captivating book to read, look no further than this one people. It’s a standalone so no worries if you haven’t read the first two, but I have to ask WHY if you haven’t done so, because really, they are must reads, just like First and First. But for Caleb to take full control of his life, he has to be brave enough to confront his feelings and trust Oli with his heart.Įrin: First and First is the steamy, sexy, fabulous third book in Santino Hassell’s Five Boroughs series. After a chance encounter on New Year's Eve, Caleb is smitten.Īs Caleb sheds the insecurities that have held him back for years, he makes bold steps toward changing his career and escaping years of sexual repression. Disowned by his family, Oli has made his own way in the world and is beholden to no one.

Oli is everything Caleb isn't-risk-taking, provocative, and fiercely independent. Caleb knows he has to build his confidence and shake things up, but he doesn't know how. It took him years to come out to his family, but he's still stuck in the stranglehold of their expectations.

Genres: Contemporary Romance, M/M RomanceĬaleb Stone was raised on the Upper East Side, where wealth and lineage reign and 'alternative lifestyles' are hidden. Published by Dreamspinner Press on April 18, 2016 Also by this author: Sutphin Boulevard, Strong Signal, Fast Connection, Hard Wired, Mature Content, Oversight, Illegal Contact, Third RailĪlso in this series: Sutphin Boulevard, Third Rail

First and First by Santino Hassell