How to Forgive (LOVESTRONG Book 6)
Grayson Davis came back to their hometown after college to help a new generation of kids who might be reliving their own past as a bullied young teen and LGBT teens who are struggling to find their identities in small-town USA. Taking a job as a youth counselor at The Rainbow Kids Foundation is their dream come true… even if it means working for the very man who once bullied them. So what if they can’t forgive Clark Danvers for the past? They can peacefully coexist with Clark and that’s good enough for Gray. As for their personal life, well… who needs one? They have family, friends, and their crazy cat Spike. As for everything else? Well, there’s an app for that.
Add one flirty, pansexual biker who’s the opposite of an outlaw…
Canaan “Wolf” Matthews isn’t looking for love, let alone commitment. He’s busy running a club of bikers who do their part to rescue kids from bad situations, help abused spouses escape, and accompany social workers into the rough areas when it’s not a case for the cops but backup is a necessity. Meeting Gray while on his way home from a hookup—with the evidence clearly crusted on his shirt like a merit badge—isn’t quite the meet cute Wolf would’ve wanted when he found the one person who could make his little pan heart go pitter-pat. Like everything else in his life, Wolf decides to roll with it and see what happens.
To equal two people who might just be what the other needs.
Gray only wants to have fun with Wolf. No strings necessary. So why do they keep reaching out to the annoyingly cute biker when things get dicey for a teen who’s dealing with a situation that is far too relatable for Gray? Anxieties flare and forgiveness beckons as Gray starts to see their old nemesis, Clark, for the person he is today. Before Gray can plan a future, they need to make peace with their past. With Wolf’s support, can Gray finally learn how to forgive and find their way to a full and happy life?
This is the sixth book in the LOVESTRONG series about finding love and being yourself in a small town. Intended only for 18+ readers, this is an mm romance full of all the fun, laughter, and sweet feels you’d want from an S. Hawke book.
Reviews (75)
Closure and fulfillment
I have read all of the books in this series and I'll be reading any future ones as well. I love the characters and the world building that has gone on. Gray has had a lot happen in their past. They still suffers from PTSD, but they is working on it not taking them over. They have had a tough road to take, but we have been there most of the time as we watch Gray and Clayton grow and change. Wolf can't resist talking Gray up once he see them. He is a sucker for sass and snark. I love how persistent he is and that he takes suggestions well on how to act with Gray. He is playing a long game and he hopes that it pays off. I have loved reading about this town and all the lovely and crazy characters in it. I enjoy getting to see characters from previous books and seeing how everyone is connected. This story has to be one of the best ones in my opinion. The closure and understanding that come for Gray is perfect and necessary. You could read this book without reading the previous ones, but don't do that to yourself or to the series. Read them all so you really understand everything these guys go through. You get the true depth of their pain and the healing that they have lived through. You also get to enjoy all of the good times that come to them and the others in this series.
Sweet and surprisingly funny
I was so excited when I saw that this book was coming out and thrilled when it was to be released on audio, since I'd already binge listened to the previous audiobooks. I was not at all disappointed with this book; I enjoyed every minute. It was much funnier than I would've expected; (Wolf is a delight), so very sweet, and, if you're an easy crier, you might do that too. (I didn't, but I could see someone getting pretty misty at at least one point). There was a decent amount of suspense too. My only wish is that it would've been longer. I can believe that Gray and Wolf will have their HEA, but it would have been good for them to have had a little more time in between starting dating to I love yous. The narration was quite good and consistent with the previous books. I'm a little curious as to if any other books might be released in this series and if so, I'll be right on top of them.
Favorite in the series so far...
This may be my favorite in the series so far and out of such a phenomenal series, that is not nearly as hard for me to say as I thought it would be. I’ve been very impatiently waiting Gray’s story; he’s such a multi-faceted character and has the life experience of someone so much older. Wolf is honestly perfect for Gray. He challenges him and still supports him in every way. And, I can’t talk about this book without bringing up Clark’s continued growth and ability to continue to stand strong. His support of Gray, even when Gray can’t be in the same room without flashbacks, is steadfast and sure. I enjoyed the slow building of the relationship for Gray and Wolf. Their strong chemistry is great and, when paired with their ability to help and support each other, it is a joy to behold. I can’t recommend this book/series enough. It makes my heart happy.
Great series
I've really liked this whole series. This book, however, made me a little uncomfortable because, even though Clark deserved to be forgiven because he went through so much and came so far in trying to overcome his anger, the hugging scene with Grayson was just too Jerry Springer. It didn't seem genuine to me. Otherwise, I liked all the characters (I thought the drag queens and their trash talking was so fun) and I thought Wolf and Grayson made a great couple. I would have liked to see more of just them and a little less of Clark since he already had his own book. I'm looking forward to Asher's book.
Tears. Happy tears.
This story is more than I could ever think it would be. Susan you did such an amazing job with Grayson and their story. Honestly I hurt for them and Clark from the beginning of this series and to the previous book. But now to get them both and find out how things turn out and bringing wolf and the other Matthew’s brothers into the series is more than I could have hoped. I loved this. Cried happy emotional tears. It’s amazing. I love Grayson so much and wolf. Wolf is a special person who lights things up. Gray is sweet and sassy and so amazing.
Forgiveness
Susi, you exceed my expectations again. I have loved this series since the first book and each comes with their own set of tears. Here I cried for the boys both Grayson and Clark were. I cried for the small-minded bigoted fools who seem to function in so many places in the world. I cried because I saw them grow and become some amazing adults that make the world a better place. Honestly, I believe this should be read by anyone going through or has come out on the other side of the kind of hate they faced.
Awww...Wolf
I wanted and dreaded this book in equal parts! I loved this series with my whole heart and knew this would be the last book. Gray deserved to be free of his fear and to find love. Wolf is so protective and I fell in love with him when Rick and Clark were finding each other. I laughed and cried right along with Wolf and Gray. This book was amazing!!
A roller coaster ride
A beautiful story from beginning to end but an incredibly emotional ride. Bullying is and was a huge issue that today gets much more attention than it did in my youth. I don’t think you ever truly get over being bullied as a child or teenager, but as this story shows, there can be a happy ending. A fantastic read.
We needed closure
This book brought the closure and it was a wonderful story as well. I've read and enjoyed all the books in this series, but I loved Grayson's story. Thank you Ms. Hawke for a great read.
So good
Finally!!! I’m so happy we finally get Grayson’s story. I loved how the relationship between Grayson and Wolf happened. Looking forward to more from the Matthews family.
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