For actor Daniel Jacobs, accepting he’s gay is easier than he expected. But actually acting on the attraction he’s just begun to acknowledge proves more difficult. Fortunately the very sexy Vincent Stevens is willing to introduce him to all he’s been missing, but Dan isn’t sure a fling with his TV show’s sometime director is wise.<br><br>Throwing caution to the wind, Dan seeks out what Vincent has to offer and, before he knows it, he’s in over his head.<br><br>Then Vincent experiences a health scare, and he isn’t sure how to take Dan’s sudden fussing. They’re starting to find their way toward more, but it will only work if they can recognize the peace they bring one another.

Something Like Peace

The unfamiliar ringtone surprised me, and I turned quickly to grab my cell from the coffee table to see who was calling. Everyone I knew who actually called had their own tone, and this was the generic ring. Probably some telemarketer who had no idea who they were calling.


My breath stuttered in my lungs and a smile bloomed on my face when I saw Vincent’s name. He never called, only texted, and I nearly fumbled the phone trying to get it unlocked and up to my ear.


“Hey there,” I greeted, my voice going deep as I tried to control my breathing.


“Hi, honey. How are you?” His voice was a raspy rumble, like tires on gravel. He sounded so tired.


“I’m fine,” I responded. “What’s going on with you? Are you okay?”


Chapter 18