Lucas
At twenty-five, I thought I had my life figured out—a steady job, big-city dreams, and a clear path to the top. But one work assignment to Sagebrush, Texas, is all it takes to throw my carefully laid plans off course. My job is to charm the locals, uncover their secrets, and steal prize-winning barbecue recipes for our next line of frozen dinners. Oh, and not a soul can know. It should’ve been simple until Beau Turner came along.
Beau, with his rugged charm, quiet strength, and those piercing blue eyes that see right through me. Beau’s smile makes my chest ache in ways I can’t explain. Falling for him wasn’t part of the plan. Neither was falling into his bed. But Beau isn’t just some small-town cowboy I’m having a heated fling with. He’s the reigning barbecue champion whose recipe I’m supposed to steal. I’m trapped between the man I’ve fallen for and the career I’ve worked hard to build. If I make the wrong choice, I could lose it all.
Beau
I’ve spent my whole life in Sagebrush, keeping things simple: family, ranching, and perfecting my barbecue recipe. Love? It has never been in the cards—especially not with someone like Lucas Greene. Tall, charming, and completely out of place in my world, Lucas is everything I didn’t know I needed. When he looks at me it is hard to breathe, and he kisses me and makes me want to believe in something more.
Nights spent under the stars with him in my arms feel like a dream, but I know he wouldn’t choose a dusty place like Sagebrush to call home, not when he’s got so much to live for back in New York. But when the truth finally comes out, it’s not just my heart that’s on the line—it’s everything I’ve worked for. And I don’t know if love is enough to fix what’s broken between us.
In the charming backdrop of a small Texas town, “Rust and Stardust” invites readers into a poignant love story that masterfully intertwines the lives of two remarkably different men. This enchanting romance showcases swoon-worthy cowboys and ambitious New York City boys, setting the stage for an unforgettable love narrative.
At the heart of the story is Beau, a talented cowboy hiding his true self behind the facade of small-town life. With his award-winning barbecue recipe, Beau embodies the essence of Texas pride. On the other hand, we have Lucas, a slick marketing rep from NYC, who is sent on a mission to steal Beau’s coveted recipe. However, what begins as a business endeavor quickly evolves into something more alluring as Lucas uses his big-city charm to woo Beau.
The story artfully captures the evolution of Beau and Lucas’s relationship, as they navigate their feelings amidst the complexities of their worlds. As their passionate romance unfolds, the challenges they face—from the secrecy of their love to the lies that Lucas harbors—add depth to their journey. Readers are treated to an intoxicating mix of angst and heat, culminating in a deeply satisfying happy ever after. The author’s deft storytelling keeps you hooked, ensuring every page turn is worth it.
About the author
Atreus Rosewood is a gay romance author living in Michigan with his two boyfriends, two cats, a spoiled dog, and all the beaches he could ask for. He writes constantly to the detriment of all else and that’s just the way he likes it. If you happen to find him wandering a beach and mumbling to himself, iced coffee is how you’ll lure him back to civilization.
Atreus writes under three separate Pen Names:
–Blake R. Wolfe — Gay Paranormal Romance
–Atreus Rosewood — Gay Contemporary Romance
–Eoghan R. Cunningham — LGBTQ+ Fantasy
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