The Lookout

Colin Dereham

Dec 2021 · Pink Flamingo Media

About this ebook

When Angus advertises the vacant bedroom in his apartment on a gay site, he ends up with more than he bargained for. Tall, dark and handsome otter Tom and blond musclebear Patrick couldn't be more different in personality, yet Angus asks both men to move in. After a boozy first night together culminates in a skinny dip in the complex's swimming pool, Angus, Tom and Patrick fall into bed together. The explosive chemistry between them continues throughout a hot spring and summer. But when Tom and Angus go to visit Angus's family for Christmas, Patrick remains home working. When they return, Patrick has changed, now distant and sullen, and no sign of the vibrant, happy man they've known. At first, Angus thinks Patrick may be jealous of the close bond he's developing with Tom. Then a chance discovery in the kitchen bin leads Angus to think there may be darker reasons for the change in Patrick's personality. Tensions brew until late one night, when a disastrous phone call brings Angus's world crashing down around him.

Ratings and reviews

This story is about three men Tommy, Patrick and Gus who meet and hit it off instantly. The story was very fast paced in the space of 15 months, it could have had a bit more depth and flow, some characters were there but felt thrown in. There was lots and lots of spicy times. Would have loved to get more understanding of each character and what made them tick. I understand Patrick had issues but I felt that besides that issue he wasn’t as loved and was left out. Why give a present separately if you are a throple. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Colin Dereham’s The Lookout is a great read. It is a tale of one becoming three, and is explored through meaningful eroticism, tinged with a poignancy that is so rare in this genre. It explores what happens when lives collide, and lust takes over, only to evolve into a meaningful love full of the complexity that comes from living in a throuple. The eroticism is meaningful and balanced. The opening chapter is epic, but real. What I like about this novella is it bridges the gap between eroticism and literature so well. The characters have depth, and it is impossible not to form an attachment with each of them, particularly the character of Gus, a loveable cuddly bear with a heart filled full of compassion and so much love to give. The story is contemporary and explores more than just intimacy and sex – it confronts issues of mental health, cultural diversity and the loneliness that comes when one feels that they simply don’t belong. This novella deserves to be read – not just as an erotic thrill, but as a heart rendering story of love and loss.

The Lookout is the story of Angus, who experiences instant and profound chemistry with his two new flatmates. They quickly form a throuple and the fun intensifies over the next few months. This long novella starts off as a wild sexy romp, then morphs into a moving, poignant tale as things go wrong, leading to disastrous results. The chemistry between the characters was electric and they complemented each other beautifully. The breezy style of writing made it easy to slip into the book comfortably. It was wonderful to see how the main characters managed to pick up the pieces and find happiness again.