Ben's Boss

Maine Men, Book Two

By: K.C. Wells

Narrated by: John Solo

Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins

Publisher's summary

"Pearson’s a common name.”

“It can’t be him.”

“God wouldn’t be that cruel.”

A painful history

Walking into the job interview confirms Ben White’s worst fears. It’s been eight years since high school, yet he can still recall Wade Pearson’s taunts.

There’s always a chance Wade isn’t the same homophobic asshole Ben knew. Yeah, right.

Except the boy Ben remembers has grown into one seriously hot, brooding man. In another life, Ben would have climbed him like a tree. Wade’s gaze still makes Ben shiver - although now for entirely different reasons.

A secret longing

As soon as Wade read Ben’s application, he knew he had to see him. Ben’s still as gorgeous as Wade remembers. It’s obvious he doesn’t expect to get the job, given their history.

But Wade has an agenda. He has to make it up to Ben for treating him so badly - not that Ben will ever know why he acted like he did. Seeing him every day only heightens Wade’s regret. If he’d had more courage back then, maybe he and Ben could have been something.

The least he can do is show Ben he’s changed.

There’s no way Wade can get what he really wants - Ben’s heart.

©2021 K.C. Wells (P)2021 K.C. Wells

Ben's Boss

When Ben decides to try for a change of pace and a new job, he never expected to see someone from his past, someone he always dreamed about but should not have. How do you react when you see your high school bully when you go in for your job interview? Ben is more than surprised but he is not going to show any fear and let Wade win. Little does he know that Wade has changed and had reasons for what he did. Wade is determined to try to make up for his past actions and neither man has any idea on what will happen next.

Ben and Wade’s story is a sweet and emotional one. Wade has hidden in the closet for years. When Ben returns into his life he cannot hide anymore. I really enjoyed the way the two men develop a tentative friendship that soon blossoms into so much more. Wade may have had reasons for doing what he did in the past, but it does not make it right but seeing Ben’s reaction and emotions on the whole experience- past and present makes for a beautiful story. Narrator John Solo does a good job of bringing out the emotions in this story and pulled me in to the story right from the start.

Amazing listen!

I absolutely love listening to this second chance at love story. Ben and Wade's story is so beautiful. This a slow burn which is prefect since these two had a lot to move past. I absolutely love how KC Wells does this redemption story. Then John Solo does an amazing job with this narration. I just couldn't stop listening. brings so much life to this story. Such a beautiful listen!

New Start

You can't undo the past but you can make a new start as the people you are now. This is part of the theme and message of this book. We also get glimpses of other that are having changes in their lives or are looking at new ways to see themselves. This book show a lot of growth in both of the main characters. Sometimes fear of what might happen can be the worst part. I was glad to see these two finally open up and communicate with each other.

I listened to the audio version which was well done and very enjoyable.

Excellent

Really enjoyed this new one from KC Wells! I adore second chance novels and this was a great example of that trope! I loved the main characters in this one and their story was excellent. John Solo does a nice job narrating, as usual!

Love it!

I like this audio so much! Ben and Wade story is a second chance at love romance. Ben and Wade were classmates in high school, Ben was being bullied by Wade and that made Ben’s life a living hell.
But now at 26y/o Ben still carries crush on him. Ben applied to a job that he was sure he would love, oh surprise when he discover that is Wade’s family who owns the gift shop, Ben is afraid of no getting the job but after the interview he get it.
We learned the history between them and I love that we get both POV’s this gives us a better perspective of the story, their feelings, the truth behind the bullying, the secrets Wade carries and the forgiveness, I love the story and how is written, Ben and Wade were meant to find each other again and be together. This was truly romantic and sweet! John Solo did a great job narrating this book, I like Ben and Wade voices! I highly recommend it!

Intense 😍

A beautiful and intense love story with a difficult theme of bullying and how it impacts kids, teenagers and adults who were bullied as well as who bullied others 🥺
And about how unexpected attraction and support from loyal friends and loving family members can help boost ones love life and get a boyfriend 😉
A masterpiece from K.C. Wells who can incredibly well blend together romance, sexiness and difficult topics with spot-on narration by John Solo 🤩👍

loved it!

I thought book 1 in the Maine Men series was good, but book 2 was even better! Can't wait to see what else happens to this great group of friends