Catch a Tiger by the Tail

One Scoop or Two

By: Gabbi Grey

Narrated by: Michael Dean

Thomas Walsh knows the number-one rule in the film industry: Don't get involved with the talent. But resisting the urge to take the big screen to the bedroom can be hell when the lead actor on the set looks good enough to eat...one slow lick at a time.

Peter Erickson's latest role as a gay man hits a little too close to home. He's still in the closet and secretly grieving the death of his lover. Then an enchanting production assistant catches his eye, and he's surprised by the instant attraction that stirs more than his wounded soul. When the two men are caught on camera in a very intimate pose, both Thomas and Peter are afraid they've caught a tiger by the tail.

©2020 Gabbi Grey (P)2021 Gabbi Grey

Short but Sweet

This was a short listen and the story happened very quickly but was a low angst sweet read. Peter was a seasoned actor that had lived in the closet for years. Thomas was a younger production assistant also hiding in the closet but for much more personal reasons. The sparks flew from minute one and together they are blown out of the closet but not into a dramatic mess. Overall the story was just light and feel good and had the expect HEA. Best part of all was that it was read by Michael Dean who is my favourite narrator.

sweet and satisfying romance

This is the second book I have listened to by Gabbi Grey and it was such a different experience. I liked the author’s other audio release with it’s paranormal/magical twist, but this one felt a little more lighthearted. Though one of the characters does have an act of violence that happened to him in the past that lends a bit of somberness. Overall, though this felt really sweet and satisfying.

We meet Thomas first and there seems to be a little strain between him and his family. The reason isn’t clear immediately, though it does get explained later. He works as a production assistant and lives in Vancouver. He’s gay but not out. His one and only experience was horrific and led to the death of someone important to him. I did feel sympathy for him, but if wasn’t for the loss he suffered as a result, I didn’t think he seem to be mired in the assault that took place.

Peter is a Hollywood celebrity who was in a long term gay relationship but his equally famous partner wanted nothing to do with coming out. After his partner died, he hasn’t had any desire to come out on his own. He is a decent sort who is easy to get along with, work with and he values the advice of the production assistant, Thomas, even though their roles on set are very different.

When a friendly outing between the two, gets photographed by the media and it appears more intimate than it actually was, the two think about fake dating. Though it’s never really fake because there was definite interest between them. It’s a bit of an insta-love story, but it worked for me. Sometimes it’s nice when couples don’t have a lot of obstacles in the way of their happiness.

Michael Dean narrated this book and I thought he did an excellent job. He always delivers a reliable and enjoyable performance. The book was short and sweet, and I can’t wait to see what Gabbi Grey has to offer next.

A quick sweet listen

This is just a pure and simple sweet romance. It did have some good characters I would like to see more of though I did have the feeling at times that there was a story that came before this but not so much that I was too distracted by it. Overall it's well written, with a great narration that made it a nice easy listen.

An absolutely wonderful standalone short story!

Production assistant Thomas Walsh has the unique privilege of encountering action actor Peter Erickson when he accepts a role in a romance movie. The star is even more handsome in person and much kinder than he expects. Much to his surprise, the actor asks him to join him for a meal and Thomas shows him a down-to-earth experience that ends in both men sharing a taste of Thomas's ice cream cone. The flavor Thomas selects for himself is Tiger Tail, a unique blend of orange and licorice! A photo finds its way to the media and Peter takes advantage of the opportunity to come out as homosexual. Something he couldn't do when he was involved (and in love) with a closeted famous director with three failed heterosexual marriages and four children. There are many other wonderful things Peter misses out on in his closeted ten-year relationship that he is able to experience with Thomas, the love that quickly develops between the two is completely plausible. The story was fast yet smooth and totally complete with the psychoemotional growth of both characters clearly demonstrated in the narrative. Splendidly narrated by Michael Dean, this audiobook was well worth the money, time, and will be listed among my favorite short reads. Very well done, Gabbi Grey!

Good story!!

Thomas is a PA for a film company. Peter is an actor who’s deeply closeted. When they go to a simple dinner as friends they are outed. The timing is perfect for them to come out. This was a relatively low angst story made even better with Michael Dean narrating the story! Great job!