Hi there, pornies. ^^ I hope you are alright. ^^ I just finished reading this amazing book, and cannot wait to know what you think about it. Beneath the Grandstand, by Amy-Alex Campbell, got me since the first page, and I was just supposed to give it a quick glympse! This is the second book in her Marsden Park Series, although it can be read as a stand-alone. Thanks to Gay Book Promotions for the review copy!
- Series: Marsden Park Series #2
- Print Length: 233 pages.
- Publisher: AAC Publishing Australia (October 27, 2020).
- Publication Date: October 27, 2020.
- Genres: Drama, Gay, Homoerotic, Romance.
- Rating: 4,5 / 5
When Cameron's failing relationship finally comes to an end, he finds himself on the streets of Sydney, homeless and alone. All he has left is a suitcase full of his clothes, and his job as a security guard. Battling severe depression and anxiety, Cameron fears he has hit rock bottom.A chance meeting with a young homeless man soon changes everything, though. Abused as a child, the mysterious Mr Loner has a dark secret that threatens to unravel his very existence. Will Cameron get his happily ever after, or will Mr Loner’s past destroy them both?A confronting MM romance set in Western Sydney, Australia.The second instalment of The Marsden Park Series."How do you define two lost souls, who are completely alone in the world, except for each other?"
Does the synopsis sound interesting? You have no idea of what awaits wihin these pages, let me tell you! This story is powerful, moving, sexy and cute, but also had me about to collapse more than once. The topics included make it heavy and darker than you may expect. I admit I had my doubts about it before and thought it would just a romanticized story of loss and trauma, but it's healthy and cute AF.
Reading was painful, and I couldn't stop more than a bit just to catch my breath and keep going. I couldn't handle the need to know what would happen, how everything would end, while the characters made me fall in love with them. There is every single type of people you may expect, not only the good ones but also the jerks and the ones you wish you never get to know.
The author has a great style that puts a spell on you from page one. The descriptions, the emotions, the feelings, the insight you get into Cameron's head, his problems, his very soul and core makes it impossible not to love him! I just wish the ending had been a bit different, because while I loved that plot twist (you will never see that coming, never!) it was left a bit on the air. Just a few loose ends that I didn't catch that much.. That aside, you need to read this, people!
Reading Beneath the Grandstand, by Amy-Alex Campbell, was a big experience. It is filled with drama, cuteness, a bit of kink, but lots of humanity and understanding. You will see homeless people differently after you are done with this book, becuase it's a merciless attack to every single thing you think you know about them. It may be a bit idealized, if you ask me, but with an undenyable power.
About Amy-Alex Campbell:
Amy-Alex Campbell is an Australian author who grew up near Bendigo, Victoria. While epic fantasy is her genre, Campbell also enjoys writing romance. Amy-Alex writes a mix of gay and queer characters, and tries to represent the LGBTQ+ community. Amy-Alex can be found on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Goodreads and on her website. Follow any of these to stay up to date with release dates and events!
Awesome Book. Well worth a read.
ReplyDeleteTotally! I'm glad you liked it. ^^
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