Leaning Into Touch

I didn't think I would like this as much as I did. Happy SurpriseJosh is one of OG five friends that comprise the stories in the Leaning Into series. To outsiders he would appear to be a bit of an underachiever, as compared to his friends. He switched from engineering to a career in Art, which he pursues, but not with zealotry. He's that underappreciated, but pivotal member of every group: easy going and low angst. In the previous book Nick used him as bait to wheedle information from Finn Gallagher. Unbeknownst to Nick, Josh & Finn fell into a relationship of sorts which ended because Finn was only capable of no strings and that doesn't work for Josh. Not in the long run. This book picks up a year later. Josh is going through some life changes, both on the professional and family front. One night he reconnects with Finn, the attraction is undeniable and they're back. Boom!I liked that though these guys have a sexual history, and pretty much pick up with the smex at the beginning of the story, the rest could almost be called a slow burn. The relationship, the emotional one, the opening up to one another, particularly Finn, is done slowly, and over time, which makes their ultimate connection plausible. I liked how powerless Finn is in the presence of Josh's guileless goodness. He wants nothing from him but himself. I was charmed. This was a great continuation of the series in which we get an interesting couple and the right amount of visiting time with the prior ones. Once again, if you do audio, this is [a:Nick J. Russo 8141120 Nick J. Russo https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/nophoto/user/m_50x66-82093808bca726cb3249a493fbd3bd0f.png]. I'll say no more.