Arctic Sun: A Gay Romance

Annabeth Albert

Apr 2019 · Frozen Hearts Book 1 · Sold by Carina Press

About this ebook

He’s built a quiet life for himself in Alaska. But it doesn’t stand a chance against the unrelenting pull of a man who’s everything he shouldn’t want.

“Whether making my heart melt or my head burst into flames, Annabeth Albert draws the reader in and keeps them captivated.” —Gay Book Reviews

Ex-military mountain man Griffin Barrett likes his solitude. It keeps him from falling back into old habits. Bad habits. He’s fought too hard for his sobriety to lose control now. However, his gig as a wildlife guide presents a new kind of temptation in superhot supermodel River Vale. Nothing the Alaskan wilderness has to offer has ever called to Griffin so badly. And that can only lead to trouble…

River has his own methods for coping. Chasing adventure means always moving forward. Nobody’s ever made him want to stand still—until Griffin. The rugged bush pilot is the very best kind of distraction, but the emotions he stirs up in River feel anything but casual, and he’s in no position to stay put.

With temptation lurking in close quarters, keeping even a shred of distance is a challenge neither’s willing to meet. And the closer Griffin gets to River, the easier it is to ignore every last reason he should run.

Frozen Hearts
Book 1: Arctic Sun
Book 2: Arctic Wild
Book 3: Arctic Heat

Also by Annabeth Albert:

Shore Leave
Book 1: Sailor Proof
Book 2: Sink or Swim

Out of Uniform
Book 1: Off Base
Book 2: At Attention
Book 3: On Point
Book 4: Wheels Up
Book 5: Squared Away
Book 6: Tight Quarters
Book 7: Rough Terrain

Ratings and reviews

This is a good read and a good start to a new series by the author. Griffin and River both have issues that they need to work with for themselves before they grow as a couple! I love the setting in Alaska and looking forward to seeing where the author takes this series.

Anyone who has every read Annabeth Albert know what an amazing author she is!!! Arctic Sun is the first book in the series and did not disappoint it carries with it depth, characters that are real ( this is a big thing for) and the ability to enter a world so brilliantly described that it is as if you are standing right there yourself. Two souls who are lost and need each other, a story told so many times and yet each time it as poignant as the first.

Delightful slow-burn romance that will touch your heart! Both MC's have challenges and have created coping mechanisms that tend to isolate them from real emotional connections. I really found both men likable and their flaws made the story that much more compelling for me. The growth that both men experienced in communicating and learning to trust themselves and each other was good for my heart. The story took its time and their was a beautiful flow to their story. There was some angst, but these guys are a work in progress and all journeys have bumps. River and Griffin have a connection that scared them and yet attracted them at the same time. Griffin has isolated himself and become and become almost anti-social to ensure that he stays sober. Where River has real challenges with real intimacy and a intense focus on living in the moment. Both men need each other and they really balance each other out. I was so rooting for them to find their HEA!! The writing flowed and the story-line had me hooked and i read this book in one sitting. i absolutely loved the last chapter!! This is the first book in the series and i am looking forward to the next book! There are triggers in this story with an alcoholism and an eating disorder. Therapy and AA are also part of these guys journey. I was gifted this book from the LesCourt Author Services and i freely give my honest opinion and review.

About the author

Annabeth Albert grew up sneaking romance novels under the bed covers. Now, she devours all subgenres of romance out in the open—no flashlights required! When she’s not adding to her keeper shelf, she’s a Pacific Northwest romance writer of many critically acclaimed and fan-favorite LGBTQ romance series. To find out more, check out: www.annabethalbert.com. The fan group, Annabeth’s Angels, on Facebook is also a great place for bonus content.