He’s in a bit of a funk and my impression was he wasn’t all that happy with himself about it but didn’t really know how to get himself out of it. But making a real relationship work once Jack’s cast comes off will mean compromise, understanding and lots of love.Ĭarina Adores is home to romantic love stories where LGBTQ+ characters find their happily-ever-afters. Dear Roan Parrish, Jack Matheson is an illustrator who has been unable to draw for eight months after a trusted friend’s betrayal. And Simon’s company certainly…eases the pain of recovery for Jack. That the help comes in the form of the most beautiful man he’s ever seen is a complicated, glorious surprise.īeing with Jack-talking, walking, making out-is a game changer for Simon. But when a bad fall leaves him with a broken leg, Jack is forced to admit he needs help. I liked the characters (Simon more than Jack) and I liked that the every single animal in the 'pack' had its own personality and quirks. Jack’s pack of rescue pets is the only company he needs. 'Better Than People' by Roan Parrish is a sweet gay romance novel that will be the perfect read for animal lovers. Meeting a grumpy children’s book illustrator who needs a dog walker isn’t easy for the man whose persistent anxiety has colored his whole life, but Jack Matheson’s menagerie is just what Simon needs.įour dogs, three cats and counting.

When the countdown to adopting his own dog is unexpectedly put on hold, Simon turns to the PetShare app to find the fluffy TLC he’s been missing.

Simon Burke has always preferred animals to people. It’s not long before their pet-centric arrangement sparks a person-centric desire… Book 1: Better Than People Book 2: Best Laid Plans Book 3: The Lights on Knockbridge Lane Book 4: The Rivals of Casper Road Product Details About the Author Product Details About the Author Roan Parrish lives in Philadelphia, where she’s gradually attempting to write love stories in every genre. 'An irresistible queer romance.' -Publishers Weekly, starred review

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