Blog Tour Stop including Review – Break Down by Rebecca Norinne

 

Today we are celebrating the release of BREAK DOWN by Rebecca Norinne. It is the 4th title in her Dublin Rugby series. Right now, you can get the first book in the series, TRYING SOPHIE, for free! Buy links for each title are below.

 

BREAK DOWN – Available Now!

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BREAK DOWN (Dublin Rugby, #4) by Rebecca Norinne

Blurb:

He knows his place on the pitch, but life is a whole other game.

All his life, Liam Donnelly looked and wondered. Could he? Would he? And then, finally, he did. But when he sampled a taste of that forbidden fruit, his whole world came crashing down, his position with Dublin Rugby right along with it. When the chance to ply his trade in Edinburgh comes along, Liam jumps at the offer, knowing it could be his best opportunity to start fresh and get back to the man he once was. But one look at Chef Lachlan MacLeod-his knowing, whisky-colored eyes, the abrasive scruff dotting his jaw, and the colorful ink lining his forearms-and Liam’s wondering all over again. Can he? Will he? His heart says no, but his body says yes.
He’s conquered his own demons; can he help another man do the same?
Out and proud Chef Lachlan MacLeod has no problem with who he is, except he has a history of hooking up with bi-curious straight men. He’s vowed never to go down that path again, but when Liam Donnelly shows up in his restaurant, his eyes filled with heat and secret longing, Lachlan can’t help himself. He knows the closeted rugby player is a terrible idea, but the man calls to him in a way no one ever has before. What started as a safe way for Liam to explore his sexuality quickly morphs into something much deeper, and now Lachlan wants more. But can his heart reconcile what his head already knows-that loving the gorgeous, broken athlete might actually mean letting him go?

 

What reviewers are saying…

I absolutely adored Liam and Lachlan’s journey. It was sweet, smexy, frustrating and real and I savored each step forward and back that these men took in order to find their HEA. – Books-n-Wine

What do you get when you take a hot rugby star who is sexually confused and add in a sexy, chef who knows what he wants? An excellent read! – Que Sara Sera Book Blog

From start to finished i devoured this read and couldn’t put it down till i had. I was drawn in and captivated with Liam and Lachlan’s story. – Millsy Loves Books

Break Down was everything and more; all of Rebecca Norinne’s words are so beautifully and tastefully written you will not be disappointed with this book. –Scandalous Book Blog

Wow this book! I am having a hard time putting into words how I feel. I absolutely loved this book. This is one of the best M/M romances I have read in a while. –Laid Back Book Bitches

Holy amazing story Batman! This is the first story by this author that I have read. I’m a automatic one clicker for her now. WOW. – The Heathers Blog

This M/M read, is beautifully written. The characters being both sexy & rough, yet emotional & vulnerable. – Dani’s Book Review Blog

 

 

3.5 of 5 Stars 

This is my first/only book in this series (as well as the author) and it’s safe to say this can be read as a standalone. I’m guessing a couple of the characters we meet in the book were the MC’s in previous books. This is a relatively low angst book with nothing earth shattering happening. The writing is good…there is a little about rugby so if you need that when the book is classified as a sports romance, it’s there.

Lachlan and Liam have great sexual chemistry and lack for nothing between the sheets. Liam is in the closet and Lachlan is out and proud. (If you’ve read any similar closet/out story, you’ve read this one.) I typically don’t read books with closet characters because someone inevitably always gets hurt but this one wasn’t too painful. Neither character is very complex but likeable enough.

The ending is a HFN vs. a HEA and we know this because the ending is ‘for now’. I’m not sure whether I’d read another book in the series just to get more info on these guys. I have no idea if there will be more M/M books in this series although I suppose there could be based on a couple other characters we meet.

This is a quick, decent read that I can recommend but as noted you won’t find anything new or earth shattering here.

 

 

PREVIOUS BOOKS IN THE SERIES

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About the Author

USA TODAY bestselling author Rebecca Norinne writes steamy contemporary romance featuring strong, determined heroines and sexy, dominant heroes. If you love books filled with heart, heat, and happily-ever-afters, she’s got a story for you.

When not writing, Rebecca is watching rugby, drinking craft beer, and traveling the globe in search of inspiration for her next story. She lives in Dublin, Ireland, with her husband, but is originally from California.

You can reach Rebecca at [email protected] or at any of the social media sites listed below. You can also subscribe to her newsletter by clicking here.

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