And Curtis doesn’t want to get attached, sure that Logan will inevitably leave town. He knows Logan can do much better than him, and doesn’t want to tie the man down. But despite the fact that Curtis feels more peace than he has in a long time when with Logan, he is still determined to keep his distance. The two have many fabulous scenes together, and the chemistry between them is strong. And so when Logan suggests that Curtis might help train him to be a more experienced Dom, Curtis finds himself agreeing. The men decide to act on their shared attraction and matching desires to play for the night, but Curtis is clear that it can never be more.ĭespite his determination to keep his distance, Logan’s sunny personality and endless enthusiasm are a bright spot in Curtis’ life. When the Tavern has a leather night, Curtis reluctantly checks it out, and there he sees Logan in a whole new light. With Troy gone, Curtis has been settling for some friendly play partners, but when that ends, he is left a bit adrift. He lives a basic life with a few close friends and has learned to be satisfied with what he has and never really dream for more. Curtis has long ago learned never to hope for or expect too much, as life has a way of always bringing disappointment in the end. Logan is beginning to spread his wings, but he still struggles with his interest in kink and finding someone who will take him seriously as a Dom, given his youthful appearance and lack of experience.Ĭurtis Hunt is a woodcarver who lost his love two years ago. Logan is happy to be out of Portland and feels like in his new home he can finally start to explore being true to himself and what he really wants, rather than working to meet the expectations of his parents or his ex. Logan Rosner has come to the small town of Rainbow Cove, Oregon, to be the chef at a new GLBT-friendly tavern he opened with his friends Mason and Adam.

Tender with a Twist by Annabeth Albert