Review: Powerful, emotional w a wonderful plot twist
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 18, 2013
Shh Mom's Reading - Exclusive deleted scene  on our website!4.5 stars!!!I truly enjoyed this M/M read.The Current Between US tells the story of Gage Synclair, an investigative photojournalist and Trent Cooper an electrical contractor and single Dad.  From the moment these two meet Ms. Alexander relays an instant chemistry that the reader can feel.Gage is used to replying on his gut and jumping in feet first, so when he decided he wants Trent - watching him push forward was so enjoyable.  Trent has spent years putting his children first, his attraction to Gage is something he struggles with. It was wonderful to see the adults in his life push him to move forward, helping him to see that his life has to be about more than just being a Dad.As these two connect, it becomes clear that Gage is feeling things he has never felt before and that Trent is leery of this man who he sees as so far out of his league.  When Trent accepts Gage's offer for a date these two interact so easily that the reader truly roots for their happy from the moment their lips touch. Oh and their lips do more than just touch, so yes this book is steamy but also tender as these men accept the love the feel for each other.Trent's children Emmalynn and Hunter were so well done, the use of them moved the story and was true to how children often behave. There were silly moments, tender moments and moments when kids do what kids often do and say exactly what's on their mind.The twist in this book was unexpected, so well done and truly added to the story value. It pushed the characters, created real conflict and asked the tough question - How much can you really sacrifice for love?I loved the ending to this book, it highlighted how much these men want a future together and just what it mean to be a family; family is about love not blood!Ms. Alexander has become one of my favorite M/M authors; check that one of my favorite authors. Her characters are mature, well rounded and seem to find a place in my heart.I look forward to more wonderful reads from this author. And I was excited to learn to secondary characters in this story may get their own story soon! Ms. Alexander please keep the great stories coming.