Review: An enjoyable read
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 18, 2014
I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review."The Trouble With Tony" is a charming book with a good blend of mystery, romance, and laughter.  I've read a few other stories by Eli Easton, and the author consistently writes tales with a strong blend of humor and heart.  This book, the first in the Sex and Seattle series, is no exception.The main characters, Tony DeMarco and Dr. Jack Halloran, both are men with scars (both literally and figuratively).  They have each undergone career shifts due to significant life events, and they struggle with doubts that they will find someone special at this point in their lives.  Tony meets Jack when he pretends to be a patient in need of consultations at the clinic where Jack works.  Tony's goal is to investigate a possible private investigation lead, but he is shocked to discover that he feels sparks of attraction between him and Jack.  Jack, assuming that Tony is a regular patient, struggles with his growing feelings for the man.Spoiler: For those readers concerned about ethics and vulnerabilities, please be reassured that both men take their feelings and their respective work responsibilities seriously.  Necessary conversations take place and both men are on the same page when their relationship goes to the next level.Although this scenario may sound potentially dreary, especially when coupled with the murder investigation Tony is working on, the author writes with a gentleness and a light touch.  The euphemisms and anecdotes that Tony uses are humorous, as are Jack's interactions with his colleagues, and the mystery is balanced well with their growing and tentative romance.  The story flowed well, and it was filled with moments that make the reader smile.  It was enjoyable to get a sense of how the men were doing in the epilogue, and I hope that other books in the series might offer a brief glimpse or two into how their relationship progresses.I look forward to reading more by Eli Easton, both in this series and in other works.  I recommend "The Trouble With Tony."