


Instead, readers got to witness a relatively new talent, frontman and songwriter Justin (brother to Rory from Out in the Offense) find himself, rebuild his band, and discover a loving, understanding partner in Gray. There are plenty of roadblocks to Gray and Justin finding their rhythm together, and though this wasn’t as light or much of a feel-good romance compared to some of the author’s other works, the conflicts and bumps the men endured never felt heart wrenching or overly dramatic. Miss Hayes excels at delivering what I consider “easy angst” and Starting from Zero is a great example. I loved the characters in this May-December romance and really enjoyed seeing their story play out. Starting from Zero is loosely connected to the Out in College series but is also a standalone and the first in the new Starting From series. I’ve read most of this author’s works and every time I know I’m in for a treat. When sparks fly, Justin and Gray realize they have a shot something special if they start from zero together. And it’s the ultimate test for someone who’s doesn’t believe in happily ever after. Or do they? Justin knows the out-of-the-blue challenge to write a quintessential love song is a huge opportunity. Other than an unforgettable one-night stand and a passion for music, the two men have nothing in common.
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The younger man is fiery, passionate, and smart. Gray Robertson has written dozens of hits and worked with some of the biggest names in the industry. The key is to stay focused, and not get distracted by his past…or the sexy songwriter he can’t get out of his head. With a little luck, he’s hoping to re-launch his music career in LA with his new band, Zero. Working two jobs and sleeping on his friend’s sofa isn’t ideal, but Justin isn’t ready to give up yet. A broken relationship, a scandal, and the demise of his band have shaken the aspiring rock star’s confidence. Justin Cuevas is going through a rough patch.

Genre(s): M/M Contemporary Romance, M/M Bisexual, M/M Coming Out
