• A Restored Man

  • The Men of Halfway House, Book 3
  • By: Jaime Reese
  • Narrated by: Greg Tremblay
  • Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (212 ratings)

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A Restored Man

By: Jaime Reese
Narrated by: Greg Tremblay
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Cole Renzo thinks his greatest challenge is to behave for the remainder of his term at Halfway House. Until he meets his new boss, Ty Calloway, a man who ticks off every box on Cole's list of interests.

A sought-after restorer and customizer of exotic and collectible cars, Ty had enough confidence to command what he wanted in life, until one fateful night changed everything. Almost two years later, he's slowly rebuilding his life with great control. He's defied the odds and works tirelessly to be the man he once was - but he still feels broken.

Cole's candor and unfiltered personality awaken Ty's barely-remembered desire to greet each new day with a smile, while Ty's unwavering acceptance of Cole's quirks and brash humor makes Cole feel as if he fits in for the first time in far too long. When a nemesis threatens Ty's personal restoration and the things he holds dear, Cole is determined to protect their relationship, even if that means sacrificing everything he's worked so hard to achieve.

But Ty will have to let his guard down, surrender control, and admit he needs Cole first, even if that puts him at risk of breaking beyond repair.

This is book three in The Men of Halfway House series. Although part of a series, this book can be heard as a standalone.

©2015 Jaime Reese (P)2016 Jaime Reese

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One of the best stories I've listened to on audio!

This is book three in The Men of Halfway House series. I think, technically you could read this as a standalone with no problem, but why the heck would ya? The other two books are amazing and really give you the background for this book. So… I’m going to assume you’ve read books one and two…

We met Cole in book two. He’s loud, impetuous, impractical, mouthy and in a word – Trouble. He’s also an (ex) car thief who is at the HH after spending 2 years in prison for stealing a car and refusing to “rat out” his co-conspirators.

Ty is Aidan’s brother. He’s in the family business (Aidan is the black sheep!) of car restoration but he’s still recovering from a serious car accident that took the lives of his parents and put him in a coma for 6 months. Ty is the opposite of Aidan. He’s shy, reserved, blushes at the drop of a hat and has a dark cloud hanging above his head.

When Ty meets Cole there is instant attraction on both sides. So much so that Cole puts his foot in his mouth – again – and Aidan puts his fist in Cole’s face for it! Though Ty makes Aidan apologize for it later, Aidan makes it clear that if Cole hurts Ty in any way losing the car will be the least of his worries.

Well, as it turns out, Cole fits in at the shop like a fish to water. He’s found his groove at last and things look great from that perspective. His only glitch: Ty. Ty turns Cole on like nothing else and makes him crazy.

There is more than just the romance going on in this story, and that’s one of the things that take this from a great book to an amazing book! Both Cole and Ty (and even Aidan) do a lot of growing. Sometimes this makes me jones to get back to the love story but Jaime’s writing is so smooth and elegant that I just wanted to keep reading. The 6000 locations in this story (nearly 12 hours of listening) fly by.

The romance between Ty and Cole is both a slow burn and an instant wildfire. They flirt and tease and touch and torment each other endlessly, but the final coming together takes weeks and when it does happen it is really moving and powerful.

I love seeing J and Matt again (wish we could here about Cam and Hunter too, but seeing as they’ve disappeared…). I love the “hint” that maybe J and Matt might one day expand their little family! (Wouldn’t that be amazing!)

Cole has to be my most favorite character so far. Man! He’s funny, honest, charming, adorkable, can do ANYTHING (and he knows it), cocky, insecure, sweet, raunchy… just a perfect mixture of everything. Ty is his perfect foil because he’s so shy, yet subtly aggressive, confident but tentative… another delightful mix.

I really feel that Jaime’s writing has gotten even better as the series has progressed and her world building and characterizations are top notch. I had to stop and slow down several times when I was reading this because I just wanted to savor how good it was.

Overall a truly amazing book that I know I’ll read again and again

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Greg Tremblay. (That’s almost all I need to say.) I fangirl him so hard that y’all know I just adored him here too. He does all the subtle accents so well, gives the mechanics a unique voice even though most only speak once or twice in the entire story and he handles the emotion and smexy times sooooo well. I feel like I repeat this on every review of his narrations but… well he ROCKS!

Now we need the others!

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Loved it...

What a great story! I love, love!! The story of Tye and Cole is a great restoration toward believing in happily ever after. Once I started, I had to finish. Ten plus hours never went by so fast. Great story by Jaime Reese and Greg Tremblay's narration brought the story to life. A definite recommend...

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Captivating, intense.

This is by far one of the best books I've "read" in a long time! From the moment I hit play to the credits I was encapsulated by the words! The narrator's personification of each character really helps to connect with them. You have almost a clearer picture of the story than what Hollywood could produce. I am an over the road trucker, so I listen to audible quite a bit, this book made the drive through 3 states zip by. I couldn't even remember much of the drive because of how enveloping this story is. Without giving anything away; when he said I love you I was so happy. This book describes my love for my boyfriend, who I want to marry. So I was emotionally vested in this title! My ONLY complaint is that audible doesn't have any more titles by Jaimee Reese.

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a fave

I love this series and sadly it's not been all made into an audio book. this can be heard as a standalone but in my opinion is better if read in. chronological order. this book was one of my favorites in the series so I'm glad at least this one was turned into an audio book.

that being said. the narrator did a fantastic job of portraying the characters and personalities. the pacing was perfect, it was clean and crisp and very pleasant to the ears. the story was exciting and easy to get into. I enjoyed getting to reknow the characters.

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Perfection!

I loved this book. It was everything I didn't know I was in the mood for. Add in some Greg Tremblay and I was in heaven for the hours I spent listening to Cole and Ty's story.

Ty Calloway is sought-after restorer and customizer of exotic and collectible cars. Two years ago an horrific accident changed his life forever and he's fought tooth and nail to get better, but he still feels cut off from everything and everything and don't even remember what it is to smile anymore. All that changed when agreed to offer a parolee a job during the last part of his sentence.

Cole Renzo was going to work on cars again. And if he could keep out of trouble i.e. not breaking any laws, for the next few months, he was going to get his most prised possessions back - his late brother's car. Cole captured my heart from the very beginning. He's just the kind of character I love reading about; sweet, a bit down on his luck, but even better he had no brain-to-mouth filter and is a bit clueless to social interactions. I loved him for his bluntness; there was absolutely no malice in him even though what came out of his mouth wasn't always phrased in the best way. He had this ginormous heart and an energy that made everyone around him feel good - me included. All in all he was perfect for the quiet and dented Ty.

These two were perfect for each other; they complemented and built each other up. I loved watching how Ty grounded Cole and how Cole made Ty come out of his shell and start living again. Add in some great side characters and this book was definitely a hit for me.

Another thing that I loved with this book was the banter between all the characters. It just added to the feel of the book, these characters and it made it very difficult to stop listening and do other stuff (like sleeping).

Greg Tremblay was amazing as always. The feels he brings to his narrations are always spot on. He brings you into the story, and all the while you are listening to his wonderful voice you are there in that world, living with Ty and Cole, working on cars - even though I'm as handy as a hammer is to a dolphin. Tremblay made me believe that for the past hours I knew everything about cars - even how to steal them ;)
Needless to say, I had a blast.

I only have one problem after finishing this book, and that is that none of the other books in the series is available in audio! They absolutely need to be, because A Restored Man was great. Highly recommended.

A copy of this book was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review for Love Bytes.

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Loved it

I love that this was read by Greg Tremblay as he is my all time favorite narrator. I hope that the author contracts Mr. Tremblay to narrate the other books in this series, I would be first in line to buy them. Anyway, I loved both Cole & My-Ty. They were both working though undeserved guilt. We get to see these two fall in love and each heal the other & teach them to let go and learn to live again. I can't wait to delve deeper into Adrian.

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Top of my favorites this year.

Tried it on the basis that Greg Tremblay's the narrator, and fell in love with the author and story, I can't wait for audible to get the rest of the series.
Also for being the third installment of the series, makes a great stand alone.

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Extraordinary

The story moved well and had excellent character and plot development. I recommend buying it.

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great listen keeps you riveted

this book helps to uncover the diamond in the rough and how to be tolerant of ones past. second chances are a thing we all need be accepting of. love story wrapped in suspense.

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Outstanding Audio

This book is my favourite from the series. Having this in audio format is a luxury. Greg Tremblay performance adding a lot of depth to the story. I wish the other books in the series are also available in audio format..

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