When Jesse Reid needs emergency surgery, he calls his neighbor to come pick him up instead of one of his many family members. As the youngest of nine, Jesse is used to feeling like a leftover, and he doesn’t need their coddling.<br><br>Holden McRae is a big, beautiful man, everything Jesse wants. But Holden has made it clear he doesn’t want Jesse as a submissive.<br><br>Under the influence of Holden’s care, Jesse becomes bolder and makes Holden see what he’s been missing. The two men’s interests line up, and the attraction that has always been there is something they can finally act on. As Jesse heals, he shares parts of his life with Holden, and Holden helps him see he’s so much more than #9. Their love might not be the most conventional, but maybe it’s exactly what both men need.

Forever Nine

“And I don’t care. You could have the roast beef, if you prefer. But you need more than fats and carbs. Pick some protein or I’ll do it for you.”


I grumbled good-naturedly as I picked out a small piece of grilled chicken. When Holden just lifted his brow, I took a piece of the beef, too. He nodded and I headed for the picnic table. Setting down my food, I turned toward the coolers to get myself a drink, only to notice that Holden was already there.


Dammit. I sat down with a huff. I knew damn well he was looking out for me. I did have too much sugar and caffeine in my diet, and we both knew it. Holden had been trying to convince me for days to cut down. It seemed he was taking matters into his own hands.


Chapter 25