The Nerd Jock Conundrum

College Boys of New Haven Series, Book 1

De: Hayden Hall

Narrado por: Cooper North

Troy: Of course I fell for a football jock. But Jackson and I are polar opposites. He's popular, confident, and as hot as hell in a tight T-shirt. Me? I'm just a scrawny, awkward nerd. Another point of difference: He's straight.

As if my crush on him isn't bad enough, Jackson is assigned to be my partner on a year-long project, and I have no choice but to spend time with the hottest guy on campus. Bummer. But the attraction is intensifying. We're on a collision course. I shouldn't be leaning in.... I think I'm going to kiss him.

Jackson: Sweet. I got partnered up with the biggest nerd on campus. If I play my cards well, a passing grade is guaranteed. Troy's all shy and awkward; a classic nerd. But there's more to him than he's showing. And it's making me curious.

I want to see him come out of his shell. I know he would be better off if he let his guard down. I want to be his friend, but he thinks I'm just another dumb jock. Except, I see him looking at me the way I could never look at him.

Am I sending the wrong message? Is he falling for me? He's leaning in fast.... He's about to kiss me. And I'm not even ducking.

Contains mature themes.

©2021 Hayden Hall (P)2022 Tantor

Woah😮

This book had so much impact; Troy was really something, and Jackson—Jesus! I was growing in anticipation to hear what was next in their lives, especially Jackson, who got the picture with Troy finally manning up to express himself in the end made my mouth drop. Loving the book got me to get the whole series. I bet I won't regret it. 👌🏽

Sweet beginning

I’m glad I gambled on this one, because it really was a sweet listen. I like when a romance portrays characters that are flawed but figure out how to grow together.

I also like when the narrator’s voice is age appropriate, and the voices of different characters were distinct and well fitting. I especially liked that this story stayed away from certain MM tropes (I won’t spoil too much) since that made it refreshing and new from the norm. The steamy scenes were also really well portrayed, and again well done in my opinion.

I will be getting Hayden Hall’s next addition about Quinn and other characters introduced in this story! I’m excited!

I loved Troy and Jackson

This story was wonderful. I highly recommend it. Getting to see nerdy Troy get together with Jackson the jock was amazing. And how they changed each other for the better. I especially liked the sex scenes. But it wasn't just sex it showed how much they truly loved each other. I could see them eventually getting married and even having kids of their own. And of course growing old together. I wish I had what they have.

First Love

Great Narration. Spicy with Romance. This this story contained 2 lost souls who didn't even realize that they were looking for a place to belong. Hearts grew and answers presented they they nene thought possible.

Disturbing lack of lube, but otherwise cute

Pros: a nice easy read, low angst, likeable characters. I understood why they liked each other. I loved how the small nerdy one was the top/dom, the author does it convincingly. Little bit of vicarious wish fulfillment for me there 😆.

Cons: it mentions condoms, but no lube. Now, I'm no expert on anal, but OUCH. I cringed every time just thinking about it. On the other hand, I guess it could be true to life? People did without lube for millennia (though one hopes they used oil when available). Still, gotta wonder why the author made that choice.

A solid easy listen

I’m new to this author and enjoyed the book overall. Good narration by North, he did very well with the intimate scenes. The downside was that it took quite a while to get to “the good parts” 😉 and I got a little frustrated waiting for those which occurred about halfway through the book if I remember correctly.

Hayden Hall

Those two words above are all you need to know. I love all his stories and this one was no different. I love his men and love all the spiciness in his books. I have no complaints. I also loved hearing Cooper North.

more please!

I have listened to at least seven books from various authors since I downloaded audibles 3 days ago. this is the most endearing and subtly erotic story I've witnessed so far. I would love to see more like this. the main characters are adorable and exciting. the story is enough to make your heart skip beats in your eyes swell with tears. I lost and cried and cringed and loved every moment of it.

Out of the Normal Couple Roles

This was a surprisingly steamy book with out-of-the-norm couple roles. Troy is a shy, academic type looking for his first experience as his authentic self and Jaxson finds something he didn’t know he was looking for in Troy.

Delivers:)

This book delivers on all fronts. The angst was just the right amount and didn’t drag on and onnnnnn (as is the case and, imo, ginormous detractor of enjoyment) like many romances. Very much a delight to consume. I ache for more on audible.