Publishers Weekly
02/25/2019
Albert’s capable but slow-moving first Frozen Hearts contemporary opens with Alaskan loner Griffin Barrett reluctantly agreeing to lead a tour group to scenic Denali. One of the guests, River Vale, is a blue-haired former supermodel who is determined to get the uptight Griffin to relax and have fun. As a rule, Griffin never picks up customers, but somehow, River proves irresistible—especially when the men share a room and a bed and have role-play sex. Mountain man Griffin, a former drinker, likes routine, while River, who has an eating disorder, thrives on spontaneity. Despite their different outlooks, they decide to continue their relationship after the trip ends. Though they spend perfect days together, neither man is good with relationships, and a rendezvous in Vancouver threatens to break them apart. Albert (Status Update) features some truly tender kisses and romantic moments, but also plays up River’s self-destructive tendencies and triggers. What makes Albert’s book resonate is the lovers’ realization they can be imperfect together. The story feels a little long, but it’s worth persevering. Agent: Deidre Knight, Knight Agency. (Apr.)
From the Publisher
"Sexy, sensitive, smart, and throughly researched, Annabeth Albert's gay romances have rocketed to the top of my to-be-read pile. I've fallen as hard for her books as her heroes fall for each other."
-Christopher Rice, New York Times Bestselling author of A DENSITY OF SOULS and the Burning Girl Series
"Albert's obvious affection for her characters, particularly Nick, makes this tale a pleasure" -Publishers Weekly on Better Not Pout
"Whether making my heart melt, or my head burst into flames – Annabeth Albert draws the reader in and keeps them captivated." -Gay Book Reviews on SQUARED AWAY
"Off Base combines a sexy romance with an emotionally dramatic story and is a great start to the Out of Uniform series."-All About Romance on OFF BASE
"At Attention is a story of healing, of hope, of that rush of new attraction, of friendship, trust building, letting go, and realizing that you can't control your heart even when you have binders and lists to control everything else in your life."-Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews on AT ATTENTION
"On Point is an exciting and emotionally satisfying story and the Out of Uniform series continues to deliver well-crafted military romances."-All About Romance on ON POINT
"Each book in this series keeps getting better and better. I stayed up way past my bedtime with this one!"-Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews on WHEELS UP
"Carina Press always promises an HEA in the stories they publish. This one was hard-won. I highly recommend this book and urge you never to give up on Annabeth Albert's heroes."-USA TODAY HEA on SQUARED AWAY
"Sexy and smart, with two compelling and appealing principal characters, Tight Quarters is a magnificent return to form for Ms. Albert."-All About Romance on TIGHT QUARTERS
