Release Blitz, Giveaway and Review: His Haven by Con Riley

MY REVIEW: Keir Brodie is a lawyer who has been hired to help his friends Nick and Tom manage their money. Most recently, this means trying to work with the two men regarding the care of Tom’s brother, Justin, and his caregiver, Mitch.Now that they want to take Justin on longer sailing trips, Tom needs to find a house for his brother that is closer to the yacht. A place for Justin to rest and have the space he needs to settle while giving Mitch a home.

It was lovely to revisit Tom and Nick from “His Compass” and Jude and Rob from “His Horizon”. It’s a testament to Con Riley’s writing that none of these characters have left my mind! Tom will always be a favorite of mine since the very first moment he was introduced in book one.

Keir Brodie is an interesting character. He was left at the alter… albeit an alter that was surrounded by business associates rather than friends and family… and he is scarred. He doesn’t want another relationship and doesn’t trust most people. If you can’t trust the man you are supposed to be marrying, how do you trust anyone else after that?

When Keir meets Mitch he is instantly suspicious. He finds it difficult to believe that someone like Mitch could be as dedicated as he is to the care of Tom’s brother. Sure, he can see they have a relationship built on trust but when Nick and Tom are talking about the possibility of buying Mitch a house then he can’t see his way to believing in Mitch’s motives.

For his part, Mitch is obviously attracted to Keir as soon as they meet. He seems very free with his sexuality and playful in a way that knocks Keir off-balance. The attraction is mutual and Keir soon finds himself agreeing to a casual relationship with Mitch.

I’m a big fan of Con Riley’s writing and this book is just as enjoyable as the other two in the series. What’s fabulous about Mitch and Keir’s story is that Mitch’s character and motivation is revealed a lot slower than Keir’s. From the beginning of the novel, the reader is immersed in what is going on in Keir’s mind. He’s set up a variety of defenses to prevent himself from getting involved with anyone. He’s hurt and trying to hide it well. His expensive suits and perfectly put-together appearance, an obsessive commitment to work – it’s all about protecting himself.

Mitch might seem laid back and a little unusual, but boy does he know what Keir needs. As soon as they meet and he begins to get to know Keir, Mitch is exactly the person that may be able to bring Keir out of his fortress. Mitch is romantic, open-minded, candid, and funny. He chips away at the walls Keir has built…and is there to help him when he needs it.

I loved the pacing of this book; it was perfect.  Even the times when I really wanted things to progress between Mitch and Keir… the brakes were on and it made so much sense! This is one of those series that I’m always watching because I can’t wait for the next book!